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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-04-26
OSKALOOSA NOTES.

Special Correspondence to Lowa State ByStanasr.
Miss Laura Schofeld left Monday for
Als5ia. where she will spend two weeks
with relatives and friends.
The A. NJ. L. church pastor and
members are preparing for grand
rally Il e first Sunday in June. Every
one, It is expected, will contribute
something
Little Ruth Black, infant child of
Mr.. and Mrs. G.. W. Black, has been
i'll, but is some better at this writing
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-04-26
A KANSAS IDIOT.
Leauen,no'th Herald

Ida Il. Wells grief for the late Mr..
Douglass is SO great that she hasn't t
had time to say anything as yet She'll
break out with whole lot of sickenihg
foolishness as soon as she becomes
composed"
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-04-26

1t is said that the nearer the water
melon season approaches the less
danger there is of Negro emigration
to any alarming extent.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-04-26
Negro Republicans of

lie Negro Republicans OF st. Joe.
o., desire recognition at the hands of
the men whom they assisted in electing
Among the places mentioned are as
sistant city physician, market master,
and several other places. The Negroes
mean business and are working in
harmony for these positions for men
who are fully competent to fill them.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-04-26

Rats will leave sinking ship, but
Negro Democrats have not that in
stinct, and will therefore remain in the
Democratic party.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-04-26

the only paper that will be Of interest
to your friends, and only costs one
dollar and fifty ce, is a year.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1895-04-26
ONLY AFRO AMERICAN REPUBLICAN PAPER IN IOWA
CORRESPONDENTS AND AGENTS.

ALBIA-U. S. JONES.
BOONE-FRED ANTHONY.
BURLINGTON - VIM. SHACKEI.
FORD.
DAVENPORT-M R. RICHARD.
son.
GALESBURG, ILL.-MISS MAY f.
RUFF.
KEOSAUQUA-MR. DETWILER.
KEOKUK-MRS G. C. BANNISTER
NEWTON-MIS JESSIE MOORE.
OTTUMWA-W. S. PAGE.
OSKALOOSA MISS LUCY BUCK
NER.
SIOUX CITY-MISS JOSEPHINE
PROTEAU.
W.. MT. PLEASANT = MISS MAUDE
D0RTCH.
PEKAY-MRS. A. SAWFOOT.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
COMMERCIAL CLUB.
IMPORTANT MEETING TOMORROW AFTER
 NOON.

IMPORTANT MEETING TOMORROW AFTER
 NOON.
 The Commercial club will meet tomor- row afternoon at 3:3O o'clock for the transaction of important business.
 The cotton min committee has prepared statement that EilI be made to the club, and through the club to the citizens of Bir- mingham. It islurged that there be full attendance of tho club members, as the committee desires the fullest possible un- derstanding of the plans on which they will start this most important enterprise. No one will be asked to subscribe anything at this meeting, SO don't stay away from the meeting tomorrow because you have not made up yonr mind how much you in- tend helping this enterprise, but come and form one of that body which together can make this a most glorious success, and later on you can decide how much yon will invest in 1t.
 Col. A. K. McClure's approaching visit is drawing nigh at hand, and the club will consider at the meeting tomorrow just how wide a scope will be given to this impor- tant event. Delegations may be arranged for from commercial bodies, not only in Alabama but from our sister states as well.
 Every friend of Birmingham should be interested in making this one of the most memorable visits la our history, as it no doubt will be. Several other matters will come before the club and every member is urged to attend.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
THE EPWORTH LEAGUE.
DIR. J. A. DARR TALKS ABOUT THE INTER
 NATIONAL CONFERENCE.

DIR. J. A. DARR TALKS ABOUT THE INTER-
 NATIONAL CONFERENCE.
 Last night at the First Methodist church Rev. Dr. J. A. Darr of Chattanooga spoke to the Epworth leagues of the Birming- ham district on the subject of the second international conference, which is to be held at Chattanooga. beginning June 2s and continuing four days. Dr. Darr made a very interesting talk on the great work of the league and awakened deep interest in the coming conference. He is travelling through the states of Alabama and Missis- sippi in the interest of the work, and is meeting with hearty encouragement at each point. Drs. Hosmer and Morris are enthusiastic on the subject. and express the belief that large delegations will go from Birmingham and vicinity, for in and around this city there are thirteen leagues, all active and wide awake. The programme arranged for the Chattanooga conference gives assurance that it will be worthy oi the great occasion.
 Chattanooga will be ready to extend a cordial welcome to all delegates, and ex- poets thousands of visitors.
 Dr. Darr leaves for Montgomery this morning, and from there will proceed to Mobile.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
ENCOUNTERED A GALE.

NEw YORK, Feb. 13.-Tbe British tramp steamer Matthew BedIington, Captain Bax- ter, arrived here this afternoon, having put into port for repairs. The Bedlington left Norfolk February 6, where a cargo of flour and corn was taken on board, bound for Glasgow. On Friday. February 8, when of wind was encountefed, which increaaad in violence and waa Accompanied by higN( tumuItuous seas. 0feat quantities of water came over the side, smashing steam pipes
 and sweeping away the boats. The after everything movable wAz held in the decks.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
4 PASSING ENGINE Ignites a Flow of Fuel Gas at
 Meadville, Pa,
AND A FRIGHTFUL EXPLOSION
Resulted, Wrecking a House, Killing One Person and In-
 turing Three Others.

MEADvILLE, Pa., Feb. 13.-A gas ex. plosion followed by fire completely wrecked the residence of G. H. Gutter, the lumber office building of Cutter & Bro. and caused the death of George Cutter and serious injuries to his wife, son and house. maid. There had been for some time leak In the fuel gas supply pipe on this street, and this morning at o'clock George II. Cutter, Willard Cutter, Charles Cutter, son of George, and A. W. M. Mo- Clintock were in front examining the leak. A locomotive and cabuose passed and the gas ignited from the engine's fire box. Two deafening explosions followed, completely wrecking the two-story residence, which fell as if it were heap of rubbish and kindling wood.
 The warehouse and office ruins took fire instantly. The flow of gas added to the fire, and in less than five minutes nearly the entire mass was In blaze.
 Mrs. Cutter and the servant girl, who were in the house, were badly burned and injured, but will probably live.
 The boy Charles was caught in the wreck by huge timber, which rested on his leg. It was thought that his leg would have to be cut off, but a persistent effort was made to fight the flames away from him, and by heroic work the firemen were given time enough to secure powerful JACK screws, and he was liberated. It was necessary to cover him with clothing to protect him from the heat of the fire, which was but few feet away. All three victims were taken to the Spencer hospital.
 William Cutter was badly burned by the explosion, and was thrown clear across the street. Charles was also injured, but not seriously. George Cutter, who died shortly after the explosion, was badly mangled. He was taken to neighbours house and died in few minutes.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

THE building of the cotton mill mesas the starting of several small industries in connection with it, such az the manufac- ture of towels, bed spreads, hosiery, etc. These smaller industries will pay better in proportion to the capital invested than even the mill itself. It has been demon stratad that knitting factory and under wear factory already pay we'll in Birming- ham, even st the high prices paid for yarn |, and when the yarn can be obtained at first cost there will be still greater profit in suct factories.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

LARGE covered wagon. drawn by four horses and loaded with boats, tackle, guns, juss. etc., wended its way slowly up the snow clad mountain early yesterday morn ing. It was bound for the Cahaba river where it will be met by party oi Birming- ham nimrods, who will float dowD the rive. and shoot ducks. It is presumed that Mir. Conner is in the party and vii! keep in practice or small game. To aliay any ap- prehension that may be felt, 1t can be further added that the Cahab ba river flows into the Alabama some distance below Montgomery.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

noon at matinee Miss Mabel Paige and her company will be seen in "Tbe Other Girl" which met with such success and which was so warmly received on Monday night.
 A GRAND AFFAIR. The arrangement committee of the Travellers Protective as- sociation will hold meeting this after noon at o'clock in the office of Maj. E. l.. Higdon. Mir. Loui Hart requests that all members, state and national, who de- sire tickets to the banquet on Friday ap-- ply to him at once. About 150 tickets will be issued, and the banquet will be some- thing out of the ordinary. In fact the members say 1t will be one grand affair.
 VERY DIsAaREEABLE.-The weather yesterday was very disagreeable during the entire day, and the continued fiurries of snow made outdoor movements un- pleasant, to say the least of it. The rain and sleet which fell the day and night be. fore was visible on all sides in the shape of ice, and this made pedestrianism dan. gerous. The small boy, however, has made much of the ice by finding long stretches of glassy surface whereon to slide, fall down, tear his clothes, bruise his body and cause extra expense in the shape of wearing out shoes. An ill wind it Is which blows no one any good.
 SKATING AT EAST LAKE.-One of the things out of the ordinary has been the op- portunity afforded lovers of ice- skatin g during the past few days at East Lake to enjoy themselves to their hearts, content in this pleasurable and healthy, though at times risky, outdoor pastime. The ice has been strong enough for several days to al- low of this sport and the opportunity has been taken advantage Of for several days, and more especially yesterday and last night, when large nun bers of young folks gathered thers for this purpose. The skating by fire light last night was in- dulged in by many, and if the weather is propiticus today many more will go out.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
AN APPEAL EITHER WAY.

CHICAGO, Feb. 13.-The case of the attor- general against the Pullman company has been ended, with the exception of the filing of printed brief by attorneys for the company, and Judge Baker has taken the case under advisement. The case as argued before Judge Baker was entirely upon the sufficiency of the pleas filed by the company in justification of its course in building dwelling houses for it's em- ployes, selling gas and water, owning big other business enter prises, which the attorney general claims are not authorized by it's charter. Judge Baker informed the attorneys today when ho has received the brief of the company he will prepare de- cision in time to take the case on appeal to the supreme court st the May term. If Judge Baker sustains the pleas the case will be appealed by the attorney general and the company will appeal if the decision is against the pleas.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

DAMAGES to the amount of l cent have been assessed by Kentucky jury against the Louisville and Nashville Railroad Com pany for refusing to admit colored pas- sen ger to the white folks' car.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
THINGS DRAMATIC.

''It's good thing. Push it along" Go and see it.
 That's the verdict rendered by the audi enee last night at O Brien 8 after witness ing "The Little Egyptian" as presented fact that is the verdict pron ounced at the close of every performance so far. An en- thusiastic audience greeted s'The Little Egyptian ," and the opera house was filled with successive and continued roars of laughter during the entire performance. The company is an exceedingly capable one pride in trying to please. Their trials are not in vain, for appreciation of these efforts was shown, clearly shown, in more ways than one last night. There Is noth- ing dull, but everything is breezy, pleasant and attractive.
 Last night little Mabel Paige appeared as Violet Bright Eyes, and made many friends with her winning graces and clever specialties. She was as cute, bright and attractive as ever, and her costumes were beautiful to say the least.
 MT. H. Guy Woodward, a comedian of no little ability, won warm place in the hearts of those who composed the audi. ence. In fact he surprised the audience by showing what capability and plenty ol self-confidencs can do. He Is graceful, peTieCbly udbuTdI, huu III ldCb uOob uOl seem more at home than when he is making fun for a house full of people.
 Miss Bessie Warren was received last night upon her appearance with cons!d- erable applause. While her part was g minor one she was given a chance to bring In some dancing specialties, which were well placed and raptnrously received.
 Mrs. Dora Paige, with her ridiculous lines, afforded much amusement.
 Allen Wightman as towhead was 6 ridiculously funny boy. Besides, his dancing and singing specialties were splen- did.
 Then Miss Jessie Em,son and Frank MooIehouse came in for full share of ap- plause.
 This afternoon at matinee 'The Other Gir.p will be presented, and at night Miss Paige will be seen in "Daphne, the Danc. tuo S(atue.''
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

TEE punches ot snow on the masuoIis trees look like magnolia blossoms. The snow ;s typical of the North and the mag nolia of the South, and the blending of the two is suggestive of the uniop of the North and South. The whitenesh ot tho snow slggests ths snow white cotton, which ia nov drawing tae New Englanders South aud uniting the two sections ill It's snowy Varp and wool.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
GEoRGIA's ILLUMINATION
BY MEANS OF THE MONSTER METEoE
 CREATED PANIC.

ATLANTA, Ga., Feb. 13.-Last night s meteor produced panic across the north- ern part of Georgia. The flash was accom- panied by loud runbling noise. Houses trembled as though shaken by an earth quake. Those who saw the brilliant illu- imitation and felt the swaying of the build- ings without witnessing the flight of the rocket supposed that either a terrific ex- plosion had occurred or that it was an earthquake with a volcanic eruption.
 Joel Chandler Harris, who observed it., says that it appeared to be travelling at the rate of ninety miles minute as near as he could judge. It Is reported that frag- ments of an aerolte wero found this morn- ing in Hall county.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

Written for the Age Herald. The love bear for thee, my darling, Is far beyond compare, And would fain to thee be telling It's import, If dare; But they have told thee, o beloved one, That thou shouldst not love me, Whilst 1 should crush the tender passion My heart holds dear for thee. Oh listen not unto their stories. Which gives us both such pain; But cast aside doubts and fears, love, And come to me again: For they know not the deep emotion Which vii rates through my soul, Which gropin mid the gathering shadows Shall some day reach its goal.
 E. F. MARKS.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
J. E. MCMULLEN.

SELMA, Feb. 13.-[Special Correspond enee. l-Mr. J. E. McMullen, one of Sel- mas oldest citizens. died at his home on Vance street yesterday morning at 1880 o'clock, in the 69th year of his age. Some days ago two carbuucles developed on his neck, from which he suffered greatly. These were followed by a stroke of paraly- sis, the cause of his death. He leaves two children, a son and daughter, and host of friends to mourn his death. The remains were laid to rest In Live Oak cemetary at 4:30 this evening.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
GEN. JAMES NEIL BETHUNE.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 13.-Gen. James Neil Bethune, Q distinguished Georgian, who was the owner and for many years the manager of Blind Tom, the famous negro pianist, died at his sons rssidence here today, aged 91 years. He was graduated from the University of Georgia h 1927, served as solicitor general of his county, edited the Times and Sentinel and the En- quirer at Columbus, Ga. and served as a colonel in the Creek war of 1892. In recent years his home has been near Warrenton, Va., and he has been visiting his son dur ing the past few months. In 1855 he lost a leg by fall from a horse. General Bethupe leaves six children, among whom are Judge ]. G. Bethune of Arizona, and Mrs. N. T. N. Robinson, wife of the as- sistant solicitor of the treasury. The re- mains will be taken tomorrow to Colum- bus, Ga., for fnterment beside those of his uni
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

THE limbs of the trees in the woods are breaking beneath their burden of ice. This is a god send to the poor people who get their fuel by securing the woods. Its' an ill wind that blows nobody any good.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
DEATH RECORD.
GEORGE WILSON.

LIVINGSTON, Feb. 13.-[Special. l-Mr. George Wilson, one of our oldest and best citizeng, died last night at 8 o'clock. MT. Wilson was said to have been one of the brightest Masons In the state. He was buried by the Masons this afternoon at 8 n,clnck.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

THE most successful cotton mills in the South are those that laid their plans for enlarging while being built. Nearly every Southern mill he's had to enlarge, and when this was provided for at the start it waa done much more economically.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
"sI PLuNKARD" COMING.

FarinerJ. c. Lewis, the yankee comedy king, and his talented company of twenty first class star artists will appear at the opera house on Monday night, for two per- formances, in that laug ghable yankee com edy drama, "Si Plunkard. the only yan- kee comedy founded on rural life away down east. There are wouId-be imitators of Mir. Lewis success, but no equals, so the public ara cautioned against these un- principled parties, and bear in mind there Is only one yankee farmer comedy, "Si Plunkard,' so do not confound ''Si Plunknrd" with plays oi similar charac- ter, US it is entirely dffereu. both in plot,
 scenes and incidents, and far superior in every respect. Since the gieat "Si Piunkard' (which is the original yankee farmer comedy) there hss beer a number q SO called yankee farmer pieces put out of similar character to try and mislead the public by trying to copy our street parade. but there is only one yankee whistler, one yankee comedy, one yankee farmer s parade, and that Is Farmer J. 0. Lewis
 ''Si PIunkard" company, which will ap- pear at O'BIien's on the date above men, ticned.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

JOHN l.. SULLIVAN has just made mar row escape from fire. He has not been so fortunate in escaping fire water.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

TUE birds are now 6ocking around the houses to get something to eat. The sncw has driven them iu from the woods. I;'s q cruel heart that could kill bird thet flies about the window chirping for bit of bread.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
MAYOR srRoNG's APPOINTMENTS

NEw YORK, Feb. 13.--The mayor has officially announced the appointment of William Brookfieid commissioner of public works and Leo Phillips as secretary 10 tho civil service board and its executive odfcer.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

TdH Southern cotton mills consumed nearly 500, 900 cales of cotton last year. Esoh bale mao Sufsctursd js worth four Emss
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

as much as in its raw state. This means $50, 900. coo put into circulation in the louth
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
The U. s. Govt Reports show Royal Baking Powder superior to aN others.
THE WEATHER.

WASHINGTON, Feb. 13.-Forecast of weather for the succeeding twentyfour hours: Fair; warmer; northwest winds.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
TO MY VALENTINE.

THE cotton crop of1S94 has brought SlSO, . GOO ,000 into the South.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
YFsTERDAY,s TEMPERATURE

AS especially recorded hourly for the AGE HERALD on the standard thermometer at Hughes drug store, corner Nineteenth street and Second avenue. The figures given are in all instances for temperature recorded in the shade and on northern sheltered exposure:
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
LIKE A SIEVE.

The chief function of the kidneys is to separate from the blood, in it's passage through them, of certain impurities and watery particles which make their final exit through the bladder. The retention of these, in consequence of inactivity of the kidneys, is productive of Bright's disease, dropsy, diabetes, albuminuria and other maladies with a fatal tendency. Hostet- ter's Stomach Bjtters, a highly sanctioned diuretic and blood depurent, impels the kidneys when inactive to renew their sift. ing function, and strain from the vital current impurities which infest it and threaten their own existence as organs ol the body. Cstarrh of the bladder, gravel and retention of the urine are also maladies arrested or averted by this benign promo- ter and restorative of organic action. Ma ness and dyspepsia also yield to the Bitters, which is also speedily beneficial to the weak and nervous.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

IN the death of Charcellor Garland of the Vanderbilt University the South loses one of her most prominent leaders in the field of education. He has been identified with the leading educational institutions of the South for more than half a century. For years he was President of the University of Alabama. He died in tho harness aud with his mental faculties in full vigor. His learning was varied, and the professors in the different departments never appealed to him for elucidation without obtaining it.. Although s5 years of age his physical pow CTS are so well preserved that he success fully withstood the fatigue of trip to the Worlds Fair with his daughter and grand- daughters. While connected with the University of Alabama his daughter, Miss Rosebud Garland, was married to Hon. Burwell $. Lewis. His granddaughters, Mrs. L. T. Bradfield, Mrs. J. A. Mont gomery sad Miss Rosebud Lewis arc resi- dents oi Birmingham.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14
 LOCAL LACONlCS
Gathered, Noted and Cond ensed by Age-Heraid Reporters-General
 Resume of Happenings.

MATINEE THIS EvENINe.-This after noon at matinee Miss Mabel Paige and her company will be seen in "Tbe Other Girl" which met with such success and which was so warmly received on Monday night.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

Dr. T. N. Allen, dentist, 2023 and 2025 First avenue, Birmingham, Ala. 9-2-4m
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

GRATEFUL TO GROVER. RIO DE JANEIRo, Feb. 13.--A mass meet.
 2000 persona was held
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-02-14

Plain truth is good enough for Hoods Sarsaparilla. No need of sensationalism, Hood s cures