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Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
FIRES AND FAILURES.

Slater, Mo-, Feb. 26.-Fire destroyed the Hotel Hughes and the postoffice building early this morning. The loss is about $50 000 half insured.
 New York, Feb. 26.-Robinson & Booth, wholesale dealers in lumber, made an as- signment today. The firm has been in business for some twenty-five years. No statement of assets or liabilities has yet been given.
 Raleigh, N. C., Feb. c6.-The Primitive Baptist church at Milburnie, this county. was burned last night. Fire broke out while Elder Lindsey was preaching to a large congregation, and when the people rushed out the entire roof was'in flames. No one was hurt. A defective flue caused the fire.
 Chicago Feb. 26.--More than 250,000 gal Ions of beer was spoiled by fire in the cooling rooms of the M. Brand Brewing company last night. The damage to the beer and the building In which it was housed was estimated by MT. Brand at $t7 GOO.
 Chicago. Feb. 26-The foundry of Kurtz & Ruhrer on Austin avenue, was entirely destroyed by fire last night. Loss, $195,000. l. s. Ginsburg was severely burned while attempting to aid the fire men in eXtinguishing the blaze.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
AUBURN.
Fire Company Getting in Good Shape.
 Other Items of News 4-s

Fire Company Getting in Good Shape.
 Other Items of News.
 Auburn, Feb. 26.-(Special)-The Au- burn fire company is getting in good con- dition. In the drill last night the tops of the highest buildings in town were reach ed very quickly and lines of buckets established.
 MT. H. H.. Riser has been selected to fill the place of assistant in physics at the Polytechnic institute, made vacant by the resignation of MT w. M. Riggs.
 There was a bright, interesting meet ing of the Conversational club at the home of Dr. and Mrs. l.. M. Underwood and Professor and Mrs. Miller Mir w. M. Riggs sang solo. MT. K. W. Burton read a selection of dialect, "The New Baby" The reading was followed by song from the male quartette. Mrs. A. F. McKissick read an excellent paper on Samuel Rutherford Crockett" Mrs McKissick illustrated many points in regard to the merits and characteristics of Crockett by reading selections, from his works. There was a very spirited discussion following the paper tnring which much bright repartee was brought out, especially in regard to the merits and demerits of dialect writings. Resolu- tions were adopted expressive of othe clubs high regard and kind feeling for the memory of the late member Colonel Wills. The club sang as a parting re- gard to MT. w. M Riggs "Auld Sine" who leaves this week for his new duties at Clemson college, South Carolinas1,sj,
 The new gymnasium was opened this week. Ii is an attractive hall, and 1.-the facilities afforded for physical develop ment and training are being taken afi- vantage of by large number of cadets.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
TALLADEGA.
The Action of the Committee Gives Satis
 faction.


 faction
 Talladega Feb. 26.-(Special)-The ac- ton of our county democratic executive committee on last Saturday in calling primary election, in which state and county candidates are to be voted for di- rect, "the longest pole knocking the per simmon," is generally commended. The committeeman from the country beats especially demanded that this method of nominating candidates be pursued, and 1t Is believed that 1t will greatly help us to carry the county in August.
 There seems to be much confusion over the question of fusion in the ranks of the opposition in this county, and if a con- servatve and reasonable course Is taken by democratic leaders it will not be long until all our white people are again united as they were in the days of Houston.
 J. Melville Thornton, Esq, of this place will be candidate before the state con- yention for the office of commissioner of agriculture, and his friends are making an active canvass in his behalf. MT Thornton has been successful farm- CT, is a man of culture and refinement and lifelong democrat. He is eminent ly practical man and progressive one, and If chosen to the office he seeks will make a splendid record for himself and his county
 The farmers in this county are making extensive preparations for this years work, and 1t is to be feared if the balance of the southern farmers plant as much cotton as will be planted in this section a crop of 12,000, 900 bales will be the result. The number of mules and horses sold in this county for this season is unprece- dented, and lands long thrown out are being fenced. and otherwise prepared for the coming crop. ] By an oversight the mass meeting call ed to select delegates to the state conven- tion was summoned for April IS. The central committee yesterday morning changed the time of meeting to April 15. to comply with the call of the state com mittee. The friends of the candidate who receives the largest vote for govern or are alone to participate in the mass meeting referred to.
 J. D. Davis, a prominent citizen living near>town, was suddenly stricken with blindness Saturday. He is reported as being somewhat improved this morning.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
Tired Women
HO0d'c Dil1c are tasteless, mild, effec- AsOOeA Q aAAC tive. All druggists. 25c.

states Judge Smith repeatedly represent ed the Tuskaloosa district in the federal congress, where he won a reputation as an orator of great force and eloquence.
 At different periods of his life he was judge of the Tuskaloosa circuit and pres ident of the University of Alabama, and he filled various other positions of honor and influence. He was man of marked versatility of talent, and was distin- guished as a writer both in prose and verse, as well as an able lawyer and sue cessful politician. Some years ago he moved to Washington city, where his de- clining years have been spent. His re- mains will be brought to Tuskaloosa, where they will be inferred on Saturday.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
RUTLEDGE.
A Day of Fires-To Have Leap Year Party.
 Will Organize Club.

Will Organize Club.
 Rutledge, Feb. 26. = Especially. - Last Saturday seemed to be a day of fires in the community around Rutledge. In the afternoon the lumber yards of MT. J. w. Ivey were discovered to be on fire, but with the aid of water used in proper places only one large dry kiln was de- stroyed Three miles east of here little 6-year-old boy of MT. Adams was burned to death. His clothes caught on nfe while he was around a wash pot.
 A dwelling the same day was burned about six miles north of Rutledge, but the amount of property destroyed is not known.
 MT J. H. Ward, an accomplished young man of Echo, entered the Rutledge high school today. He came principally to as- sist in the commencement exercises, which will come off in May
 The young ladies of Rutledge, 1t IS whispered. are aiming to have a leap year party on February 29 The sere- nading band will of course furnish music for the occasion.
 A Johnston club will be organized In Rutledge in the near future. Papers have already been drawn up and pre- pared for enrolling members.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
SELMA.
Dallas County Republicans Have Cat and
 Dog Time of It.

Dog Time of It.
 Selma, Feb. 26.-(Specal) 1.-The repup- lican convention of Dallas met here to- day. There were 1S0 negroes and few white men in the convention, among the latter being several prominent republi- cans from Birmingham, viz; Dr. Moseley, Mothershed, Vaughan and Hughes. It was the hottest convention ever held Tn Dallas Two chairmen were. elected and for the space of four hours the dusky brothers yelled themselves boarse. Two sets of delegates were declared elected the fight being between the Reed and Me- Kinley factions. The Reed crowd had 116 delegates in their caucus and the Me- Kinley crowd sixty-four. All the Reed men wore badges and it was evident that the man from Maine was in the saddle and had the larger part of the convention with him. The Mckinley men, feeling that they got the worst of the deal, got their delegates together and are trying to hold another convention tonight, al> though the convention adjourned sine de this afternoon.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
GREAT EXCITEMENT. Crowds Attracted to the Great Gale of the St. Pierre Shoe Company Stock.

Since the stock of the St. Pierre Shoe company has been in the hands of an assignee prices have been slashed to peces. The store is crowded from early morning until late at night and purchas- CTS seem well pleased with the bargains they are getting. These low prices will prevail as long as there is anything to sell. If you want bargains now is your time. Don't croak about hard times, but take advantage of such opportunities and you will soon be happy.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
Runaway at a Funeral,

A peculiarly unfortunate runaway oc- cured near Trussville Wednesday after noon.
 While the remains of Miss Velma Cross, who died in Woodlawn Sunday, were be- ing conveyed to Trussville for burial the horses attached to a carriage containing Misses Ella and Euniee Cross became un- manageable and ran away The carriage was wrecked and the ladies thrown out and painfully, though not seriously, in- iured
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
GERARD.

Captain Johnston's Supporters Are En-
 thuslastically Hopeful.
 Girards Feb 26.-(SpeciaL) the political pot has begun to simmer in old Russell. Though the election days are yet good ways off. politics Is getting to be the one theme of discussion. Nowhere is the gubernatorfal campaign attracting more attention than in thu section The
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
M. WE'LL < BRO,
 ashionabIe TaiIors,
 Clothiers and Furnishers, 1915 and 1917 First Avenue.

The arrival of our new SPRING GOODS makes our TAILORING DE- APARTMENT complete and loaded down with FOREIGN WOOLENS of the latest patterns. Would suggest that you call and select your Spring Suit
 READY-TO-WEAR CLOTHING--Hav ing sold out our old stock, we were en- abled~ to purchase the finest and most complete line of Mems, Youths, Boys and Childrens Clothing ever shown in Birmingham. New Goods arriving daily THOUSANDS of KNEE PANTS, age 4 to 16 years, at soc up. MEMS ODD PANTS in latest novelties and designs PERFECT PETERS.
 MEMS ISHINGS-Complete line FANCY and WHITE SHIRTS. New and hobby patterns. Spring Hats now ready for your inspection.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
TusKALoosA.
Hon. William Russell Smith. an C.

Hon. William Russell Smith, an ex-Ala-
 .p.bamian, Died in New York.
 Tuskaloosa, Feb. 26.-(Special.)- IA pri- vate telegram received here today from Washington city announces the death of the Hon. William Russell Smith, who was for over a half century one of the most conspicuous figures in public life in Alabama. Prior to the war between the
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
Max O'Rell's popular lec- ture, "Her Royal Highness, Woman, "Opera House Friday evening, will sparkle with wit and humOr. 2-25-H
10 FLORIDA.

Excursion ticktets now on sale by the Plant system to all principal Florida points Double daily trains leave Mont gomery 7:10 a. m- and p. m., carrying through sleepers from St. Louis and Cin- cinnati by the Louisville and Nashville railroad to Jacksonville. Through sleep CTS from Montgomery to Tampa leaving Montgomery p. m.
 FSr any information write to
 W. V. LIFSEY, D. P. A, 18-2o-tf Montgomery Ala
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
TUSCUMBIA.
The Thirty-fi Senatorial Convention
 Called for May l5.

Called for May To.
 Tuscumbia, Feb. 26.-(Special)-The senatorial executive committee for the ~Ebirty-first Senatorial district met in Russellville today. There being two va cancfes from Colbert county, MT. Alex Jackson. the remaining member from Colbert, offered a resolution to fill all va cancies on the committee. The motion was lost by a tie vote, w. J. Bullerk of Franklin voting with the Marion county members. MT. Bullerk giving as reason that if a full representation was allowed the population basis of representation might be adopted. The committee then called a convention to meet at Russell vile May 15 to nominate candidate for the state senate taking the basis of rep resenta ton adopted by the state commit
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
UNIONTOWN.

A Frightened Negro Killed the Wilf Man
 of Mexico.
 Uniontown, Feb. 26-(Special) Joseph Broheen, a freak from San Antonio, Tex, was killed here last night by negro boy, Ed Simonton. it Is supposed. Bro heen, who was monster in appearance, frightened Simonton, who hit him on the head with an ax helve. Broheen was struck last night at 9 o'clock and died to- day at '. The persons who exhibited him claimed he was wild man, captured in Mexico. Simonton escaped.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
CHAMPION.
John M con Killed by Dennis Ponder-tB Botf
 Are Negroes.

Clanton. Feb. 26.-(Special)-In street fight here this afternoon John Moon was shot and killed by Dennis Ponder, who fled and has escaped arrest. Both par ties are negroes. s~ e
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
LADY ENSLEY COAL, IRON AND RAILWAY
 sr COMPANY STOCK.

By order of the chancery court of Shelby m, March 16, 1S96, receive sealed bids for nineteen thousand Q9.O00) shares of the capital stock of the Lady Ensley Coal. Iron! and Railway company, of the par value of; $100 per share; such bids will at said time be submitted to the court for It's action.
 M. l.. B. ENSLEY Executrix of the Estate of Enoch Ensley, Address Memphis. Tenn. 2-20-4t-thur
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
THE WEATHER.

Washington, Feb. 26.-The forecast of the weather is as follows: Nearly clear; light southwesterly winds.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27

Highest temperaiure, TO; lowest, 33; aver age, 5e
 BEN M. JACOBS. Local Observer. Reports received at Birmingham Ala, on February 26, 1896.
 Observations taken at all stations at a. m.. 75th meridian time.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
M. VEL & BRO.

$50.00 SUIT or $50.00 SILK DRESS for Easter Sunday FREE. Ticket with every dollar spent with us.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27

Fresh bread ana candy made daily at c. w. CodT's, 1920 to 1026 3d avenue. 5e5 t p
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
DAILY BULLETIN.

U. s. Department of Agriculture.
 Weather Bureau,
 Office of Station Agent, Birmingham Ala, Feb. 26, 1896. Local observation during twenty-four hours ending at D. m., central time:
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-27
YESTERDAYS TEMPERATURE.
LAST READING STANDARD
 THERMOMETER.
LOOSELY CYCLE COMPANY,
No. 1911 Second Avenue.


 I2 o'clock noon. .. 6S 12 midnight ........4 46 As especially recorded for the State Herald on the standard thermometer at Hughes drug store 1904 Second avenue. The figures given are in all instances for the temperature recorded in the shade and on a southern sheltered exposure.
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y MAY 80, 1906.
PROGRAMME.

MUSIC : : CHOIR
PRAYER Bro. W. 4. MASSEY, Chaplain
MUSIC : :: CHOIR
PRESIDENT OF THE DAY
: l.. REISHARr, G. NJ.
GRAFTON Hon. J. II. McMILLAS, PIG.
MUSIC :: CHOIR
RECITATION /: Miss GEoRGIE GRANT
DoNoLoGi :: : CHOIR
MARSHAL john HIBBETs
INNCDlATELi AFTER
THE EXERCIsrS in the Hall, the
Marshal viii form procession and proceed
10 thc Cemetery To decorate the graves in
accordance with the ceremonies adopted by
the SOVEREIGN Grand Lodge. At the CON
ciusion OF the ceremonies NJ the cemetery
the procession will reform and return 10
town.
IL VISITING OK So
"A LOURNING BROIHERS and the
pubic generally are cordially invited to
Join with TIE Lodge In the observance OF
the day.
by ORDER OF THE CoMMITTER
81 I'd
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A DOG STORY.
Rescue Two Of Their Kind That wcre In
Distress.

Rescue Two OF Their Kind That Were In
Distress.
One OF the most peculiar incidents
i'm the annals of animal instinct Or.
Cured in Rutlantlshirc recently. the
Facts of which. says Penrson's. nrc ng
follows: Squire " In one of the
best known characters in thnt rnrt-Dr
The country. y few days ago he missed
Two of his best sporting dogs. and his
general supposition was that they had
been stolen. Recently. however. lie
was surprised 10 sec ono OF his Icta
walk into the house, followed min.
w" intcr hy the other. both wearing
thc appearance Of utter dcstitution.
investigation revealed the following
facts: While out shooting Il ncirllor
came across u broken bank on his az.
state. and two Of his dogs showed un.
cas'ncSs at II hole In the ground Moth
ing hc could do would inducc the dnoy
10 leave the spot. and he finally So.
cured spade and began digging for
the cause OF the trouble. Eight feet
OF earth was dug away before the truth
was out Then he discovered the tvyo
dogs. evidently buried from their own
cxcrtions in cndcavoring to chase n
rabbit.
They had been there for 10 days aud
we're nearly fanishcd. On their re-.
turn to the squirc's house they were
followed by the animals who had res.
cucd them, and prompt treatment
saved the lives OF both.
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SlIERIEF"S SALE.

RY VIRTUE OF An EXECUTION is.
- sued out Of tho District Court Of the
Fourth judicial District OF tho State Of Ne
vndn. In aud for tho County Of Elko, and 10
mo directed and delivered, upon u Judgment
rendered ana entered In said Court, on the
9Th day OF February. 1896, In favor Of JOHN
II. bradley. Jcif ID. Bradley and Louis l..
bradley, co-partncrs under the firm name
nnd styln Of J. Il. bradley & Sons, md
against the Octorarn Gold Mining Company,
corporation. for the sum Of a. ~ GO. with
interest thereon at the ratio Of seven pcr
cont. per nnnum until paid, aud tho further
sum oJ tiij.7h for costs therein. Ihavc levied
upon the following described property TO.
wilt: Those certain mines known anu called
tho Cleveland Mine" and tho Manhattan
Nine" situated between Union Gulch and
badger Creek In hinriis Mining District,
ElkO County, State OF Nevada nS tho snrno
appears OF record IN tho mining records OF
said District and In tho Recorders ofTcc OF
said Elko County, Of Mining Locations No.
I, Qn page Iis thereof. Also that certain
hollcr and engine IN tho mill. known and
called tho "Charics Miii." situated on Iiadg.
or CrcOk NJ tho mouth OF badger Gulch In
snid Mnrlls Mining District.
Notice is hereby given that on tho 18TH
day Of April, 1890. between tho hours Of o
O'Clock a. NJ and O'Clock i. NJ. Of that day
In front Of the Courthouse. IN tho Town Of
Elko, in said County Of Eiko, will soil all
tho right, title and interest ofih said Ooto.
rarn Gold Mining Company, n corporation.
In nnd 10 the above described property ut
public auction. for cash In hand TO tho high.
cst aud best bidder, TO satisfy said Exoou.
and nIi costs.
Dated, March u. 1890.
JAMES 81. MATEER.
Shcrln Of said County.
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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS,

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT
~ Scnlcd Proposals will he received AZ
tho County Clerks onlcc not later than the
I'd day of May, 1890, Mt 4 o'clock T.. NJ, to
wit:
first-To patch and repair the plastcrinR
wherever loose or likely TO fail or where /
has fallen In tho Courtroom.
Sccond-To paint tho woodwork OF the
Courtroom two coats OF white lead, and
Thlrd-ro paper tho walls and ceiling. the
county TO furnish tho paper and border.
Dds 10 bo received for tho items separate.
ly.
Tho hoard reserves the right to rcjcc, any
and all bids.
Elko, Nevada, April 0, 1890
JOHN HENDERSON,
County Clerk.
fIy ". PATTEltsoS.
Deputy Clerk.
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We wish TO notify tho Justices OF
tho Peace TINT they can procure nj
this ollice, blank Summons, Anida.
vits and Undertakings on Attach.
mcnts. Writ Of Attachments. Criminal
Complninte, Warrants, Commitments
on Sentence aud Commitments to an.
pear before the Grand Jury, good for
nay county in the State.
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ffics TO suit tho umCs. 1lcrntfonaCo Of
tho travelling publiciis. .foilcitcd.
Hay & Feed Stable
FILE yoUit hills.

lIy order Of the board Of County Commits
RiOnprs, nll bills against tho C0tuiy to be
acted upon by tho Board. must u filed on or
before the Saturday Immediately prccrding
tho Monday upon which the Hoard meets,
otherwise the bills will not bc acted upon
until tho next meeting Of tho Hoard
Attest: JOHN HENDERSON,
County Clerk.
By W. PATTERSON, Deputy.
i,atoi NaIch2 1879.
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MicDigan land held for three years
ny thc state for non.prymcnt of taxes
becomes subject 10 homestead cn,ry
Nny citizcn may then take up 2tO acres
o. IT, by paying ten cents an acre for
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NOTICE OF SALE.

THE OLD PIONEER DRUG STORE
OF Elko, for tho last twCnty.ouc Years
owned anu managed by mo, has this dny
been sold to Mr.. NJ. II. Miller, who was n
prescription druggist when he came TO Ne.
khuh. In uisposing Of II do not do so
LOT want oi patronage or good will OF the
people OF ElkO or ElkO county, but purely on
nccount OF fnst failing cyc-sight and poor
health, which have made IL impossible for
me 10 give That cnrc TO my business which
~ requires. In bidding u business farewell
20 all my old friends and patrons, / would
bcSpcak Tor my successor, who Is 40 we'll
Known for his honesty and Integrity. the
Same Kind consideration, patronnrS nnd
friendship MS has been accordcdto mo dur.
ioB inc inst nearly quarter OF n century.
Very Respectfully
Elko, Nov, April q, 1890.
ANlNG PURCHASED THE UIJSIN-
css AMI entire stock OF Mr. +, r, Muller
VINO is compelled TO retire from nctIyc bus
mess Oh account OF failing health, I do SO
iuiiy CogniZAnt OF the rcsponsibilItirs
which VIII doyolvo upon me 20 maintain
inO hlEh standard which tho Pioneer Drug
store has enjoyed In tho past, and Will
strive IN The future TO treat nll with Tho
Same Kind consideration and cnro MS they
hnSc received from my predecessor. SoIIc.
itinS continuance OF the liberal patronage
bestowed on him In the past, am
Very Rcspcctfully
NJ II. MILLER.
Elko, New, April o, 1890.
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When you are III need OF letter
heads, bill heads, note heads, onvcl.
opCs. statements, etc, remember thot
You can have thom printed at tho IS
pErESpEST ciiicc atipriccs. within the
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SEALED PROPOSALS.

SEALED PROPOSALS. ARE INVITED
W by tho Board OF County Commissioners
to furnish the County with Ice for tho Court.
house, Jail aud County Hospital for tho
season Of 1874. Said proposals to bO filed
with tho Clerk on or before Juno t. 1898. ut
10 o'clock A. " Th, board reserves tho
right to rcjoct any or oil bids.
JOHN HENDERSON,
CLERK OF tho Hoard
By W. PATTERSON. Deputy.
ElkoiEov., May Z. 1890
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BHEAKFAsT SENTIMENT.

Dainty llitlc slices nesting in u can
Cut from Gold LIanh lIaCOn"--stnp!c food
for man:
Got " from your grocer; opcnR with kCy--
Keeps IN perfect ilAvor--uCvCr muuldg, YOU
sec.
You can srryc breakfast from q single can.
For tho largest family ana the hired man:
Wo have dono tho sllcing! saving you Tho
waste:
Dainty GOLD DAND" flavor ploascs
ovcry tasto.