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Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
GADSDEN.

Burglar t9leverly Caught-Thieves Seem
Anxious for Cunningham's Booty.
Gadsden, Dec. 1S.-(Special Correspond
ence.)-The burglar who tapped j. N.
Cunninghams register for $3.50 was
cleverly captured by Chief Gilmore and
Officer Will Thornton Monday.
Mr. Cunningham, after he found that
he had been robbed and began thinking
about those who were in the saloon just
before closing up, he remembered that
Cornelius Crow positively the blacklist
coon in Gadsden, had waltzed in, and so
far as he could remember he did not see
Crow go out. He informed the officers
and they started down to the neighbor-
hood of Crows residence. They met him
on the way to town. He was dressed In
a new suit, new pair of shoes, etc. He
was questioned closely about the clothes,
and it was ascertained that the goods
furnishing store. Crow made statement
as to where he got the money to buy new
clothes, and he was then asked to con-
slider himself under arrest. When the
clerk in the saloon identified the negro
as the man wanted the negro gave up
He told the officers that he was locked In
the saloon and that he did not think it
any harm to take the money. He gave
the officers the key to his trunk and told
them to go and get the money. In po-
that he was locked in the saloon, but did
not get any money. The mayor gave
him fine of $25 and a sentence to work
the streets for thirty days. The money
found in Crows trunk was Identical
with that stolen, but short in amount.
Crow is among the young negroes OF
a worthless class who hang around town.
He does not appear to be possessed OF
too much sense.
A state warrant was served on Crow
Tuesday. He will have a hard row to
travel unless he takes notion to SKIP
from the overseer of the streets.
There is a Would-b burglar in Gads-
den who will long remember one of his
ATTEMPTED operations on Monday night
last. for he ran into pack of unclaimed
bloodhounds. What they did to him was
q plenty.
In birmingham, but the rest of the
family were at home. The thief, If thief
he was, doubtless thought that no one
was at home and he could go in and
help himself 1t would not make much
difference whether a human was on the
place or not, for Mr.. Cunningham owns
several bloodhounds
From the neighbors 1t is gathered that
a man was seen to enter the gate; the
dogs made for him, and he made for lib
erty. Through the hallway and back
they all went Finally the racket stop
ped and the man was gone. He left some
evidence of his visit for the next morn
ing the whole seat of pair of trousers
was laying in the yard.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
MONTiEVALLO
An Enjoyable Entertainment In the
Chapel of the Industrial School
Building.


Montevallo, Dec. 19.-(SpeciaL 1.-THE
most creditable and enjoyable enter
tainment witnessed in Montevallo for
years was given last night in the chapel
of the Industrial school by few of the
pupils of that institution for the benefit
of the missionary societies of the differ
ent churches Rev. p. L. Alternately
presided on the stage, and made the an
nouncements in his usual chaste and ele-
giant manner After the opening prayer,
Miss Carrie Lum, of Montgomery, the
possessor of rich, sweet voice, sang a
solo, an Thee Alone" Next was an es-
say on "Missions, by Miss Sadie Len
DIR, of Selma, her whole soul being in
the subject Of the essay, the audience
caught the inspiration and burst of
genuine applause greeted her.
Miss Wilma Saunders rendition Of
"Bessie's Christmas Eve Lark" sweet
and pathetic piece, brought forth much
applause. down On tie Farm" was
sung by Misses RosewaId. Carrie Lum
Irene Morgan and Mary Swain.
A recitation. .'RceiS OF Ages by Miss
Regina Rosewaid, of Montgomery, was
greatly enjoyed. Miss Rosewald's pecu-
liar oriental beauty and perfect grace
were charming as she recited the grand
old piece.
Miss Sadie Lenoir, whose musical tai
ent is hardly surpassed, gave next an
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
TELEPHONE SUBSCRIBERS.
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Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
A NEW CONSTITUTION.
Resolutions Adopted by the City Couu-
Gil of Admission December LOAN In
teresting Document.
Mayors Office,
Admission, Ala, Dec. II, 1896.

Admission, Ala, Dec. II, 1896.
Dear Sir: have the honor to ask your
attention to the enclosed preamble and
resolutions of the city council of An
niston, which transmit to you in COM
pliance with the city councils request.
I feel that the grave Importance to
the state of the matter discussed in the
resolutions needs no illustration at my
hands. 1t is known of all men that the
state is, in its progress, handicapped by
restrictive provisions of the constitu
ton, which were embodied in that in
strument as a protection against the
possibilities of harm, to come from what
seemed to be impending danger.
At the time the convention met, which
adopted the constitution, the state had
but recently escaped from the clutches
of a merciless and constituencies set of
despoilers, who had pillaged the public
treasury and created an enormous debt;
and the people did not yet feel secure
in their hold upon the administrative ma
chinery of the government. Hence 1t was
that the constitution was framed for the
protection of the state against the evil
consequences of a temporary SUCCESS OF
its enemies at the polls.
Happily for the state there are now no
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
WARRIOR.
Signs Of Improvement Noticed on All
Sides-Social Notes

Sides-Social Notes
Warrior Ala, Dec. 19.-(Special Core
spondence. )-Business is quite lively
here now, due partly to the near ap-
proach of the Christmas holidays and
largely to the good business being done
by the coal companies. All the mines are
running t full capacity. Every one who
wants to work in that line can get an OPP
portunity to do so, and all are awaiting
themselves of the opportunity
The town authorities are getting the
plaudits of the people by doing some
greatly needed work on the streets, such
as opening up grading and rounding up
the streets. which is making great
change in the appearance of the town.
Some good and permanent improve
nents are being made in the town. Mr..
70. A. Terry is building large double
store house. J. L. Brake has about COM
pleted very large livery and feed stable.
The church people are unusually wide
awake and active in preparing entertain
ments in the Sunday schools for the holt
DAYS. which institutions are fourishing
and are the pride of the church
Quite a number Of our young ladies
students of the different coleges--have
returned to spend holidays, among them
Misses Mollie Parrish and Daisy Terry,
from Athens Female college; also Mr.. ia
cob Wells, who is attending college at
Hartman, Tenn, is at home for the holl~
days.
A romantic marriage took place few
DAYS ago in the store of c. r. Reid &
co. Mr.. b. Allison and Miss Mamie Cook
were married by Rev. Mr.. Shaw. 1t was
runaway match.
Dr. Fl. H. Byars, it is said, conten-
plates transferring his citizenship to
Blountsville.
The sad news OF the death Of Mr.. M r.
H,l,nnhries I'm Texas has been received.
He formerly was a citizen of Warrior, a
prominent town official and also Mason
of high standing. He had many friends
here.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20

any time, for from the first the malady
threatened his life. Two or three weeks
ago the news came that there was
a little hope of his recovery and his
friends in America rejoieed, but the last
tidings have saddened many hearts in
this country where Mr.. SalVini was so
popular. There have been many tributes
to his genius, and one OF the most pa
thetic occurred during an engagement in
New York. 1t was at the time that Mr..
Booths health was so delicate, that he
was almost constantly confined at his
home. But on the evening that Mr.. SAL
vini was to begin his engagement, Mr..
Booth said. 'I am going to the theatre to-
night. 'Sandro' Salvin opens in Don
Caesar and he shall have the benefit of
any confidence my presence can give
him." This was the last time that Mr..
Booth ever went inside the theatre, for
1t was not long before he passed from
the stage of life.
Salvini came to this country in 1881 in
company with Charles Chizzola, Signor
Rassi's manager Mr. Salvin was edu-
Gated in Naples, Florence, Genoa and
Switzerland, and when he came to Ameri-
ca it was presumed he would secure a
position in the engineering profession,
thus realizing his fathers ambition for
him. But the talented young Salvni
began to study the English language,
that it would aid him in the histrionic
career that he was picturng. He first
appeared in a series of matinees, then he
was with Margaret Mather for two years
When his father came to this country
young Salvini became member of his
company. At the conclusion Of Tomasso
Salvini's American tour, young Salvni
Joined Mr.. Palmer's stock company,
where he remained until his father re-
turned to America, whom he again Joined,
but this time in the capacity of stage
manager. A short time afterwards he
headed the cast in his own company, APP
pearing in Monte Christie" Don Caesar
de Bayan," IA Celebrated Case" Ham
let" "Dartagnan," etc.
Mr.. Salvini was heir to an illustrous
name, and he is said to have been q
most genial and lovabe companion. His
death will be deeply deplored by play
goers in this country that was his by
adoption.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20

communities contending for supremacy
in size and wealth, with the greatest of
those cities existing at the time of the
adoption of the constitution; the change
of our interests from those of a strictly
agricultural commonwealth, depending
on single staple product, to one in which
the manufacturing, mining and urban
population almost equal the agricultural
class in number-whch change has adj
Vanced our state to commanding posi-
ton in the country's commerce, bring
ing into activity new forces, creating
new needs, making necessary new poll
cies that cannot be met under the pecu-
liar restrictions contained in the present
constitution; and,
Whereas, Alabama Is now, and will
evermore be, governed by Alabamians,
and not by a marauding foreign foe be
it
Resolved, That we urgently request
and demand that our representatives and
senator in the general assembly use eV-
cry means within their reach to secure
the enactment of a law calling a state
constitutional convention at the earliest
possible day.
Resolved further That we earnestly
recommend to our fellow citizens in all
parts of the state, and particularly in
the mineral belt, by public meetings and
other lawful agitation, to take such an
active part in support of the PROPOSE
ticn to have a constitutional convention
called, that the Legislature, when II meets
after the holidays, will be impressed
thoroughly with the vast importance of
the question, and the deep earnestness of
the people in their desire to have our or
ganic law framed to meet the emergency
now confronting them.
Resolved That this preamble and reso-
luton be communicated to the authors
| ties of the incorporated cities of the state,
| and they be requested to begin at once
| to bring this very important matter to
the attention of the people for action.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
TUsKEGEE.
Preliminary of James MCGEE For Killing
Moses Thompson.

Tuskegee, Dec. 19.-(Special Core
spondence.)-The preliminary trial of
Mr.. James MCGEE, charged with the muir
der of Mr.. Moses Thompson, on the I'd
of this month, came up before Justice of
the Peace A. B. Paine, Wednesday, at
noon, and was concluded Thursday
Both sides were ably represented. Col
Bulger, of Dadeville, and Mr.. James Full
Ter, of Montgomery, for the defense, and
Solicitors Pitts, of Selma, Brown of this
place and Mr.. G. w. Hare, for the prose-
cution. Quite a number of witnesses for
both sides were examined, and the evil
dence was of such a nature that the
defendant was bound over in the sum
of $1,000 for his appearance at the next
term of court. MCGEE was at one time
on the police force at Birmingham.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
There doesn't seem to be

There doesn't seem to be
very much the matter with
your child. He doesn't ac-
tually lose weight, but there
is no gain. He belongs to
that large class of children
that don't seem to prosper.
You look at him a little
more thoughtfully than you
do at the rest and say "He is
not doing well.' Failure
to gain in weight in child
is a danger signal. SCOTS
Emulsion should be taken
at once. 1t puts on fat
where health demands it,
strengthening the digestion.
SCOTT & BOVINE. Chemists. New York.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20

A visit to our store will do
you good Come before the
rush. We have the incest line
of books by all the leading
authors. Toys and notions of
the latest production. Cellu-
loid in artistic designs both in
sheet and made up. Birming-
ham Book Co, John B. Roden,
Mgr, 1903 End avenue.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
ALAB ANA

in the treasury to pay the entire amount
of such pay-rolls. However, the money
will be sent just as soon as the condition
of the treasury will admit The school
money that the treasurer has been send
ing out during this month was for the
quarter ending September 80. That was
held up for some months for lack of
funds.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
CHRISTMAS CAROL
sun&tue

Mrs. Smith, the lady who, with her lit
tie daughter and two little boys, were
turned out of house and home, have
been re-instated in their domicile and
the furniture turned back over to them.
AS angels weep let the world return
thanks on this Sabbath morning for a
direct answer to prayer
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
ROANOKE.

Hezekiah Oaks, Mail Rider Charged
With Robbing the Mail.
Roanoke, Dec. 19.-(Special Correspond
ence.)-Hezekiah Oaks, a young white
man, has been employed il riding the
mail from Level Roads, this county, to
Ashland. He decided that he was not
getting rich fast enough at his regu-
lar wages, so last week he attempted to
rob the mail, but found no money for
trouble. He was placed behind the bars
of the Wedowee jail. Hez has made one
trip to Iowa at the expense of Uncle SAM
and his prospects for another are very
1attering.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
THE MODERN MOTHER.

Has found that her little ones are Inn
proved more by the pleasant Syrup of
Figs. when in need of tho laxative efA
feet of gentle remedy than by any
other, and that 1t Is more acceptable TO
them. Children enjoy 1t and 1t benefits
them. The true remedy, Syrup Of Figs,
is manufactured by the California Fig
Syrup Company only.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20

An appreciated Xmas gift
one of our free watches. Sc
cure one by purchasing $40 or
more. J. Blach & Sons.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20

THE MESSIAH! Mrs. E.
G.. Chandler's superb soprano
always popular in Birming-
ham--Will be heard in IRE
jo1ce Greatly" and 81 Know
That My Redeemer LiVeth"
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
NOT JUST NOW.

Lack OF Funds VIII Delay Payment OF
Teachers.
Montgomery, Dec. 19.--tSpecial Cores
pondence) --Thc school money for the
quarter ending December 81. will not be
sent out just now, not having enough
funds on hand to pay all. The pay-rolls
filed by the auditor will be held until
there is sufficient amount of money
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
Only four more shopping
days until Christmas. Don't
wait to the last minute. Come
early. Avoid the jam.
Loveman, Joseph g. Loeb.
WANT TO ACT HoGGIsH.

Chicago, Dec. 1S.-A Louisville special
says that the republicans will contest the
election of Kentucky's single Bryan cleo
tor.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20

This week the whole store is
a vast sea of bargains, the ad.
vertised items are only the
spray. j. Blach g. Sons.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20

Silk, cotton and linen Hand.
kerchiefs, the best selection,
the lowest prices, Hirsch's.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20

Be punctual, secure one of
our free watches and you will
be. One with every ego pur-
chase or more. J. Blach g.
Sons, One Price Cash Clothiers
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
A. o. II.

The Ancient Order OF Hibernlans will
meet this afternoon at O'clock Eec-
ton of officers viii be the important
feature of the meeting, and full attend.
ance Is requested.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-20
FROM HUNTER.

FROM HUNTER.
I've heard 1t said that deer are game,
But that don't go with me;
For IL you make the slightest noise,
They're frightened as can be.
Charles j. Cotton.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1896-09-26
she Asked Him.

A party ofus were out riding up
in Vermont one hot afternoon, when
we came up to little red farmhouse,
in the dooryard Of which was a
regular moss covered bucket sort OF
a well, with a sweep in lieu ofpump
or windlass.
We were all hot and thirsty, and
it was voted that we stop and have
drink. A tall, lank, leathery,
heavy-eyed woman came to the dor
as we invaded the door-yard.
"Bsg pardon, madame said the
spokesman of the party, "but can we
get drink out Of your well z"
"I'il ask him. she said brifiey,
and disappeared around the corner
of the house. In about ten minutes
she returned, bringing long-hand-
led dipper with her. Handing it
to me, she said:
He SEE you KIM
When We had quenched our thirst
we said i
"Would you object to our eating
our luncheon under the great elm in
the front of the house p
"I'll ask him, 'and again she dart
ed around the corner OF the house.
In ten minutes she returned and
said:
"He sez you kim"
"And would you sell us a little
milk ?"
'1'll ask him." and again she dis
appeared for the third time around
the corner of the house.
"He SEE / KIM was the word she
afterward brought back.
When we asked for the loan of a
jar or pitcher IN which to make
some lemonade, she said
"Ill ask him.
"He" gave his consent, and a
broken-nose pitcher was forthcom-
ing.
Four or FIVE other requests met
with the same reply, an ask him."
One of our party was an out
spoken "new woman" and this alb
ject servility to "him' SO grated on
her, that she finally blurted out.
"Why woman, does 'he,' your hus.
band, own you, soul and body
Haven't you any mind of your own?'
"I'll ask him." was the immediate
reply, and again she trailed off to
the unseen and all-powerful chin.
When she came back she said meek.
ly:
"He SEE l amt" Detroit Free
Press.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1896-09-26
Financially Embarrassed.

A large manufacturer, whose af-
fairs were very much embarrassed,
and who was overworked and broken
down with nervous exhaustion, went
to celebrated specialist. He was
told that the only thing needed was
to be relieved of care and worry, and
have change of thought. This doc
tor was more considerate of his pa
TENTS health than of his financial
circumstances. He ought to have
advised him to use DIR. Miles Res
torative Nervine, the bestremedy for
nervous prostration, sleeplessness
dizziness, headache, i'll effects otspir-
its, tobacco, coffee, opium, etc
Thousands testify to cures. Book
and trial bottle free at A. NJ. Gil
belts.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1896-09-26
Died as He Lived.

The machinery of the big mill
stopped with a sudden and horrible
jar and jerk, and the workmen pull
ed out crushed and bleeding form
of one who was a stranger to them
all.
"Are you badly hurt" inquired
one.
81 fear that l am groaned tie
unknown. 81 am dying"
"Shall end for your friends.
Quick, tell us your name"
sob, never mind" he answered, Il
am all alone in the world, and my
name doesn't matter. Just say that
[ died incog."
And grim smile illumined his
face as the spirit of the professional
humorist took its fight with his last
supreme effort. Judge.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1896-09-26
Notes of the Day.

The average age of Lord Sails
bury's cabinet of nineteen members
is 6S.
London, with all its smoke and
fog, supports no fewer than twenty
one centenarians.
Missouri has been invaded by the
plantago palogonica, commonly
known as the buck plantain.
Myron Smith, prominent school
teacher near Manchester, o., was
bitten on the hand by a spider
Blood poisoning and lockjaw result
ed in his death.
The cats of the Isle of Man are as
destitute of tails as il they were
guinea pigs. 1t has never been &C.
counted for, but, in spite Of being
unscientific, 1t is fact.
Martinsburg independent. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1875-1900, 1896-09-26

Indigestion is often taken fol-
consumption. The word consump'
tion means wasting away, and dys'
peptics often waste away as badly as
consumptives.
The reason people waste away is
because either they don't get enough
to eat, or they don't digest what
they do eat.
If the latter is your trouble, take
Shaker Digestive Cordial. This
will help you to digest your food
and stop your loss OF flesh.
Shaker Digestive Cordial is made
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Shaker Digestive Cordial b a 6
cured many supposed consumptives
(who were really dyspeptics), by
simply helping their stomachs to dl-
gest their food, thus giving them
nourishment and new strength.
Sold by druggists. Trial bottle
10 cents.