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The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1895-07-09
N. r. p. A.
EDITORIAL NOTES.

Another new reform daily. The o.
kaloosa, Iowa, Morning Citizen is the
name.
Chicago has a bicycle rider who can
scoot along backward as we'll as he can
going forward. He must be a modern
Democrat.
Miss Frances Willard wants to know
why 'men are not more beautiful7'
Simply because the beauty is all used
up in making pretty women
What is sound money! That is easy.
Sound money is the money that Wall
street keeps "on call" and loans at 1
per cent per month.
The State Alliance will meet at Cary,
Tuesday, August 18th, instead of
Thursday, 85h, as printed in u col
umns last week. Exchanges will please
make correction.
Some of the gold papers claim that
the North Carolina Christian AdUO-
cate has crawfshed from the position
~ &EC-Lb4I JOOA OA lax A4OAAC4 HNC0gAOHs
The wish is father to the thought.
Durham has a citizen who can dance
on red hot iron and eat great guam
titles of glass. People who live in
glass houses should be on the lookout.
1t is barely possible that this citizen
will eat up their homes.
The Raleigh correspondent of the Viii
mington Messenger wants to know why
the Republicans are keeping 80 quiet.
An equally pertinent question would
be to ask what the Democrats are keep
ing up such a racket about.
The United States Department of
Agriculture has decided that a peanut,
or ''goober," is not a nut, but a plain
pea. 1t is believed that the Supreme
Court will stand by the Department in
this important matter, unless the mil,
Aionaires conclude that it ought to be
peanut"
Some people are trying to poke fun
at the Long Island preacher who is
irving to exterminate mosquitoes by
pouring kerosene on the sWamps II
his vicinity. He is not half such foo
as the man who claims that the way tC
make money plentiful is to quit max
ing it entirely.
A scientific writer claims that the
world would heat more than 100, OO(
degreeg-sixty times az hot as melted
iron-if it should be suddenly stopped
With these facts before US, the mar
who would stop the earth's revolutions
without a good and lawful excuse
should be made to suffer for it.
Aspecial from Washington says: TIE
citizens of Washington severely crit
cised Marshal Allison for coming here
with a number of convicts, the chief o.
whom had on a new suit of clothes anC
wa allowed perfect freedom, while the
minor offenders were heavily hand
cuffed. Elk Cashier Holland misappro
priated about $95. 900 of other peoples
money. The other convicts were con
Eemned to serve for much shorter timt
Sne Albany p~enitentiary. 1t is pos
-W mat the Department of Justice
% our why Holland was allowed
-qtboNel like a gentleman and the
D'F c9nvicts heavily manacled.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1895-07-09

The Kentucky Populist Convention,
held last week at Louisville, was large
and enthusiastic. The Alliance plat
form was adopted. and the financial
plank stands out conspicuously. Hon.
Thomas S. Petit, at one time Demo
cratic Reading Clerk in the House of
Representatives, was nominated for
Governor. Senator Butler, General
Weaver and Chairman Taubeneck
were present and made speeches. a
powerful canvass will be made.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1895-07-09

The Durham San says the National
bank circulation is another business
barometer. True. The National bank
circulation has increased recently, and
is proof positive that business-for the
banks-is getting better. But you may
rest assured that the public is paying 6,
8, 10 and IL per cent, beforei it gets that
money in circulation, whereas, with
free coinage, it would BIS put in circu
lation without any interest.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1895-07-09
LIE

The Wilmington Messenger says the
last legislature robbed the A. & M.
College of one half of it's State aid.
That is just like all the other lies told
on the late legislature-an inexcusable
one. The State allowance of SO, OCO
per annum was not changed a cent.
In addition to that amount money was
appropriated for additional dormitories
and other improvements. The faculty
Of the College are very well pleased
with the treatment received at the
hands of the legislature.
Other legislatures had refused to ap-
propriate anything for new buildings.
The last legislature gave SIS, 900 to be
expended in the next two years to
build dormitories, etc, and increase
the capacity of the college.
The NeUS and Observer thinks there
will be a deficit of not less than $685.
600 in the State treasury at the end of
1896. This too, in face of the fact that
taxation has been increased. While
this may not be correct, it would not
be surprising. The present national
administration started out by demone-
tizing silver, and the people became so
poor and so many were out of employ
ment during the panic that the reve-
nues fell far short. It has reached the
States now, and several are already
practically bankrupt. The valuation
of property has decreased very greatly
and taxes are proportionately less.
The progressive farmer. [volume] (Winston, N.C.) 1886-1904, 1895-07-09
MILEAGE.

From the report of the Inter State
Commerce Commission, we learn that
the total railway mileage in the United
States on June 80, 1894, was 178. 7O8. 90,
an increase during the year OF 2,247 40
miles. The increase during the prevl-
GUS year was 1897. 55 miles. The per
centage of increase in 1894 was less
than for any preceding year for which
reports have been made to the Com
mission, and it is not probable that the
year ending June 80, 1895, will sho"
much improvement. The State OF
Pennsylvania shows an increase O
10000 miles; Florida, 234.82 miles;
North Dakota, 1875 81 miles; Ohio
1870 miles; Georgia, 162 II miles;
Maine, 1875. go miles; Missouri, 12O.5l
miles; West Virginia, III. So miles, and
Minnesota, 116. 40 miles. The States OF
Kansas, Maryland, Mass chusetts, Ne
vada, New Hampshire, North Carolina,
Vermont, Virginia and the Territory
of Arizona, show slight decreases IN
mileage, due to remeasurements and
abandonment of lines, aggregating
1853 u miles. The number of
of roads abandoned was 16. The total
mileage of all tracks was 233, 533.67
miles, which includes 10, 499, 80 miles of
second track; 953. 16 mile of third track.
no SO miles of fourth track, and A.
Gel. 81 miles of yard track and sidings.
The number killed and wounded
while celebrating the 4th in the United
States was nearly as large as during
any of the great revolutionary battles.
In Chicago alone five were killed and
SO wounded About one hundred more
were wounded at La Sale, H., in a
panic caused by the explosion Of a
bomb.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
SECOND EDITION.
CARBON HILLS MISFORTUNE
A Fire Yesterday With Loss of s50O0 Desperate Struggle to Save
 the Town.

Carbon Hill, May 20.-(Special)-Our little town witnessed one of the most dis astrous fires ever recorded since her birth.
 The fire resulted in burning four bus mess houses on Main street. occupied by B. G. Chambers, J. M. Townly, J. l.. Somerville and s. D. Naugher. The buildings were owned by William Wood, Job shelton and J. F. Erret. The build- ings were occupied by grocerymen and saloon dealers. The fire was first located in the store occupied by B. G. Chambers and continued to s. D. Naugher's sa- loon. The total loss has not yet been estimated. However, it is thought it will reach S5000, with no insurance. Had it not been for the good judgment dis played by the people there is no doubt that our town would have been left in ashes. The principal business houses are located on Main street and had the fire crossed the street there is no doubt that 1t would have swept all the stores.
 The origin of the fire is a mystery.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
THAT DEFECTIVE FLUE
Is Supposed to Have Caused the Destruction of Three Cottages Grocery Store Scorched
 and Stock Damaged.

About o'clock yesterday afternoon fire broke out in a little four room cottage occupied by Mr Cody on Eighth avenue, between Twenty-first and Twenty second streets. and burned it to the ground. One of the occupants of the house was asleep and the roof was burning briskly before it was discovered.
 A telephone alarm was sent in and then box 14 pulled. Both North and Southside departments turned out and when they reached the scene the house in which the fire started was in sheet of flames. It spread rapidly to the next cottage, which was occupied by MT, J. B. Wear, on the Twenty-second street side and to the dwelling of Mr. George Mitchell on the Twenty-frst street side.
 The department had bad luck with the hose and both of the buildings burned to the ground
 Hosenburg's grocery store, on the corner of Eighth avenue and Twenty second street. was slightly burned and the stock damaged badly by the water The cottages coupled by Wear and Cody were owned by Mir. owens. while the one occupied by MT. George Mitchell be- longed to George A. Harrison.
 The total damage will be about S35OO partly covered by insurance.
 The fire is supposed to have originated from a defective fiue,
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
GERMANS ORGANIZE
An immigration Society, the Parent of Similar Bodies Throughout the State-lts
 Purposes-0ffieers Elected

number of German citizens met at the Metropolitan hotel yesterday morn ing and perfected the organization of the German Immigration society of Bir- mingham.
 The purpose for which the society is formed is to encourage and promote the immigration of a desirable class of Germans to Alabama by the dissemina- tion of suitable literature, correspond- ence and otherwise and also to counsel with and protect the immigrant after his arrival. This society will be one of a number of similar bodies about to be organized in the different German set dement's Of the state, through the ef- forts of Col. John C. Cullman of Gull man, Ala, who, though well advanced in years. still displays wonderful activ ity, and whose experience in the field of immigration will be of invaluable as- sistance to the society.
 The officers of the local society are
 Emil Lesser, president.
 l.. Braun, secretary and treasurer, and Messrs. August iSehillinger, Fer dinand Rothenbofer and J. w. Schaefer directors.
 The purposes of the society are out lined in part of it's bylaws, which reads as follows:
 The society will endeavor to show by the distribution of suitable literature that to the farmer and gardener Ala bama offers a better field and greater advantages than other southern states; to furnish impartial advice and informa tion to those contemplating the purchase of land regarding the value and adapt ability of such land; to furnish informa- tion regarding agricultural and indus- trial conditions churches, schools, sfreight rates and other matters of interest to the intending colonist; to protect the 1m- migrants against fraud or their being taken undue advantage of and to warn them against settling in unhealthy or unfavorable localities; to labor in con junction with other similar bodies about to be formed for an organized immigra- ton to this state and to assist the in- dividual immigrant by judicial eoun- sel and material aid.
 Before the close of the meeting the following resolutions were adopted:
 Whereas, Numerous letters are con stantly received from German farmers in the northwestern states asking for information regarding land, climate and social conditions in Alabama; and
 Whereas, A large number of them will undoubtedly immigrate to the south dur ing the coming summer and fall; there fore be it
 Resolved, That this society shall have printed and distribute in the several Northwestern states during the months of June, July and August 10000 copies of each issue of the Birmingham Courier, which paper is hereby constituted the official organ of the society, said extra issues to contain a series of articles giv ing full and reliable information regard ing Alabama as a field for immigrants, and setting forth it's advantages for ag- ricultural and industrial pursuits.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
A True Hero

Is the individual who smiles with ap- parent cheerfulness during an attack of rheumatism If such there be- we never met him or her. An agonized grin is the nearest approach to cheerfulness of as pect we ever beheld under such circum- stances. But when Hostetter's Stomach Bitters has repelled-as it certainly will
 the earlier attacks of this formidable disease, the quondam sufferer has good reason not alone to smile, but to give vent to hearty guffaws interspersed with frequent chuckles. To the removal of dyspepsia, malarial and kidney com- plaints, constipation and disorder of the liver, the Bitters is especially adapted. It renews failing strength and appetite, and counteracts the infirmities of age. When facilitating maladies are succeeded by tardy convalescence with a danger of relapse, it aecelerates a gain in vigor and flesh, and tends to re-estab- fish health on lasting basis Give it a suitable trial
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
THERE WERE 45,000
Huzzaing Southcrners Who Witnessed the Un- yelling of the Confederate Monument at
 Raleigh-lmpassioned 0ratory.

Raleigh, N C., May 20-The unveiling of the Confederate monument erected by the Ladies Monumental association in this city today brought together the largest crowd that ever assembled on any occasion in North Carolina. A con serVatlve estimate places the crowd at 5000.
 Sixteen companies of the state guard and three battalions of naval reserves were in line of march. The entire First regiment of the state guards were pres ent, comprising six companies of troops, together with the regiments entire corps of field and staff officers. The Second, Third and Fourth regiments were also well represented.
 Fully 5000 old soldiers, Confederate veterans, were present and the capital city was aglow with the feminine bloom and beauty of the state.
 The line of march was nearly two miles long, and the procession moved through a solid mass of enthusiastic and loyal southern patriots.
 The exercises were intensely interest ing throughout The speech of wlcome by Capt Samuel A. Ashe was a gem of elegant diction and oratory. The speech of the day was made by Col Alfred NJ Waddell of Wilmington, one of North Carollna'S greatest orators. It was list ened to and vociferously applauded by acres of people. Other speeches were made by Ex-Gov. Thomas M. Holt, Col. w. H. Cheek, Gen. Bradley T. Johnson, of Baltimore and Judge A. c. Avery of the supreme court.
 The city was a waving mass of bunt- ing and beauty, and the whole occasion has been a grand and glorious one for North Carolina and especially for the Ladies' Monumental association, through
  The monument itself is one of the finest and most imposing that has been erected in the south It is 75 feet high and capped with a Confederate soldier in bronze, moulded in Munich.
 North Carolina will never forget the 20th of May, 1895, the memorable unveil- ing of the Confederate monument in it's capital city.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
COL. TOMPKlNS SAYS
The Position of the Age-Herad on the Silver
 Question Is Eminenty Correct.

Col. H. c. Tompkins of Montgomery is in the city. He arrived here yester- day, and while at the depot he said to an Age-Herald reporter, who, with others, had preached the silver ques- tion:
 'eThe position taken by the Age-Herald is eminently correct and proper. It is the only position which true democrat ic paper can take on the present finan- cial discussion. The free silver agita- tfon, if adopted as advocated by it's ad- herents, will ruin the democratic party, and the inevitable consequence will be that the democratic party will be de- feated and republican rule will again dominate our state and country"
 !. Colonel Tompkins was emphatic in de- nouncing the chimeric measure of the free silverites and the demagogues who were agitating the subject, especially those who had selfish and ulterior mo- tives in the propagation of this most pernicious measure.
 Colonel Tompkins will remain in the city today and possibly tomorrow.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
Another Road Applies for Space.

Atlanta, May 2O-Presiden. c 1ller of the Cotton States and Internatonal eX- position today received an application from the St. Louis and Southwestern railroad for space for an exhibit. The officers of this road have taken great in- terest in the exposition from the start and issue each month very large editions of advertising matter devoted exclusively to the exposition. Thsy expect to bring many thousand people from Arkansas and Texas and propose to make hand some exhibit. Space available for such exhibits is about exhausted, but possibly by an accommodation with the state of Arkansas, which has already been awarded space. room will be found for the exhibit which the road proposes. They may possibly erect a building of their oWn
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
Gasoline stoves repaired at J. E. Gossett's, 2OO5 2d ave. 4-2S-lmo
Fresh bread and candy made daily at 0. w. Cody's, 1920 to 1926 Sd avenue. Ie5 H 2b
A GRAND OVATION

Was That Accorded Secretary Carlisle at
 Covington-Cheeredt to the Echo.
 Cincinnati May 20.-At Central gar den, in Covington, tonight, Secretary Carlisle received an ovation unparal- leled in the history of politics in that section of Kentucky. It was a magnifi cent tribute to the high esteem in which he is held by political friends and foes alike Of the 5000 who damned them selves into a space hardly large enough for two-thirds of that number there were many of all parties, classes and condi- tions Women were there, too, notwitll- standing the fact that it was urged that they stay away and let the voters hear the distinguished speaker. Packed in almost as tightly were many thousands who could not get beyond the gates, all prepared to give the secretary the most enthusiastic reception he has ever re- ceiVed at the hands of those who have heard of him so often.
 When he appeared at the garden there was wild cheering and a general din. It, however, wasAhardly more enthusiastic than that given him at the home of his friend, MT. Queen, a few months before. The parade of thousands from CoVing- ton, Newport and the suburban villages stretching up and down the riyeF, aug mented by 500 from Cincnnati, with bands and horns, passed in review be- fore him.
 The secretary was vociferouSly cheered throughout his speech against the free coinage of silver His elaborate and elo- uuent argument was listened to atten- lively and at it's conclusion the secretary was again cheered most heartily.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
One Swallow

"don't make spring" Neither will one bottle of Scott's Emu1-- sion cure well established case of Consumption, but it will ease the Cough, relieve the irritation and arrest the progress of the disease, and if consistently used, with the observance of the laws of health, will surely restore the patient in the early stages and give great comfort and pro1ong l life in the latter stages.
 It is simply Cod-liver Oil properly emulsifed, combined with Hypophosphites and Gly- cerine. It is a tissue-builder.
 Don't De passuadsd to accept substitutei Scott & Bowne, MY All Druggists. soc. and si.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
A HOUSING MEETING
Of Montgomerys Commercial CIub-Election
 of 0fficers-Banquet.

UI mOnISOWcfyS OOiiliHciIial Niuo I'C.tVi
 of 0fficers-Banquet.
 Montgomery, May 20.-(Special)-The Commercial club elected as officers for the ensuing year Jacob Griel, president; E. B. Joseph, B. J. Baldwin and J. s. Wilcox, presidents; J. B. Gaston, J. ". Durr. W. N. Tatum, pr. Rousseau, J. c. Haas, J. R. McMaster, G. w. Jones, w. K. Pelzer and T. H. Carr, directors.
 President Griel was called on and arose and made one of the most stirring speeches ever delivered before the asso- citation. He advocated united action on the Atlanta plan in the matter of build ing cotton factories and other industries in this city, and signifled the intention of going to work in dead earnest to estab fish them on the cooperative and other plans. The hearty support and labor of the association was promised him in resolution to that effect
 After the election of officers and the necessary speech-making the association adjourned. and the members retired to the refreshment room for feast of soul and flow of the punch bowl.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
s2. oo Round Trip to Atlanta, c

An excursion will leave Birmingham for Atlanta, Ga., Saturday, May 20, 1895. at Il 80 p. m., reaching there at a. m., and returning leave Atlanta at D. m. Monday, reaching Birmingham at 11:30 p. m. Only $2 for the round trip. You will realize what low rate this is when informed that the regular fare is $10 You will have two days in Georgias s capital city, while you are only absent one business day, which is Monday. A yestibule train has been secured for this occasion, thus according the passenger every comfort, luxury and convenience known to modern travel.
 For further information call upon any agent of the Southern railway, or
 l.. H. JACKSON General Manager, P. O. box 6S5, Bir- mingham, Ala. 5-15-10t
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
TWO, MAYBE MORE,
Victims of the Gate City Fire-s One of Them
 Pat Woods 2

Just who perished in the fire Sunday morning at Gate City, mention of which was made in yesterdays Age-Herald, is not known. Yesterday the skull of an- other unfortunate was found among the ashes and also other parts of a body ~ It is known now that at least two men perished in the building and that there were possibly others is almost cer- tainty.
 It is thought that Pat Woods is one of the unfortunates, as he is missing The people out there are making efforts to identify those who perished, but so far they have not succeeded
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
DULY INSTALLED.
The New Mayor and Board of Aldermen 0
 MontgomerY.a

Montgomery, May 2O.-(Speeial)-Th new mayor and the new board of alder men were installed in due form at the city building tonight. Mayor Cromme- lin turned over the keys of the city with the usual ceremonies to the new mayor, and the council organized by electing Mr. F. B. Joseph president and Mr Isaacs vice-president of that body.
 Mayor Clisbys address abounded in good advice and promised prosperity.
 The new mayor announced the ap- pointment of the officers, there only be- ing one change of importance, that of city engineer Mr John w. Persons being substituted for Engineer Ford.
 Chief Gerald of the police department was, of course, reelected.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
NOTICE.

OFFICE OF THE VIRGINIA TRUST COMPANY,
 RICHMOND, VA, May 20, 1895. { Under the terms of deed executed on the 1st day of May. 1899, between the Virginia and Alabama Coal Company and this company as trustee, we are prepared to redeem to the lowest bidder S4ooo of the first mortgage per cent gold bonds Of the Virginia and Ala bama Coal Company out of the sinking fund provided for in said deed. Bids must be filed with this company on or before May 31, 1895. Address
 VIRGINIA TRUST COMPANY, 5161Ot Richmond. Va.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
Children Cry for
 Pitchers CaStOTIa.
Florence Recovered From Her Fright.

Florence, May 2O-The inhabitants of this city have entirely recovered from the fright caused by the earthquake Sat urday night, there having been no recur- renee of the movements. Prime Minister Crispi has telegraphed to the syndic here stating that he intends to ask par liament to vote 8 credit for the benefit of the victims. In the meantime the gov ernment will send relief to those persons who are in need of it.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-05-21
MISS WINNIE WAS ASLEEP
When Montgomery Was Reached, and Did
 Not Appear.

Montgomery, May 2O.-(Special)-Miss Winnie Davis and party passed through here tonight, arriving at lO:S3, the tram being an hour late. Two hundred citl- zens were at the depot to see and greet her, but the party had already retired and the daughter of the Confectionery did not so much as draw the curtains to take an electric view of the place of her birth, which was almost visible from her Pullman windows, being on the corner of Lee and Bibb streets, within two blocks of the station. It Is thought that Miss Davis will spend several days in Montgomery on the return trip from Houston.