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The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-05-07
SOUTHERN BAPTIST COAyENrHnN
Wilmington ~ HVrrfinWtns the City's
Splendid Ii0spifniity.

Whining on N. c.. May 6.-Additional
arrivals Of delegates and visitors 10 the
southern Rap;isi convention during The
day have filled the hotels and hundreds
private homes. The entire expense Of
entertaining delegates is borne by the
Baptt:ts Of Wilmington.
The BaptiS:s Young Peoples Union
met a, 10 o'clock this morning in the
First Baptist church. l.. O.. Dawson.
president In the chair j w Bailey, of
Raleigh made the address of welcome
on the pat Of the State Of North CIR
Dina. and was followed by MI George
Il. Leflwich. Of this city, who welcomed
the delegates 20 the city of Wilmington
Response TO these addresses were made
by j. y. Prestridge. Of Kentucky. Pre-
pared addresses were delivered by Mr.
John II. Pulen. Of North Carolina.
Charles S Gardner. Of South Carolina
and f.. G. Ch.vers. of Chicago Morn
ing session then adjourned until p. IN.
Al The afternoon session Rev. r. V
Dcventer. Of Hawkinsv!.le. Ga. ad-
dressed the body on study Course for
Young Peoples Unions" after which the
Rev. w. Fl. Smith Of Columbus. Ga,
delivered an address upon practical
Workings OF Successful Unions
ELECTION OF OFFICERS.
The election Of officers, which was
then entered into. resulted:
Presidential. Q. Dawson. Alabama
Vice Prcsdents-W. II. Smith. Colum-
bus Ga: J. -. Pristridge. Kentucky
Sacreiary--W. w. Gaines Atlanta.
Treasurcr--W. r. Phillips, Ala bama
The president reported he had rccciv-
ed Gavel from l.. a. Duncan. Of Meri-
dan. Miss, procured from Lookout
Mountain.
The committee on revision of bylaws
was then appointed, as follows: g. D.
Gray, ID. NJ Ramsey. r. NJ. Galloway,
j. y. Van Ness. II. r. Moseiey
Recess then taken until s p. m
The Southern Baptist convention will
hold is forty second ssinn al 10 .
| m. tomorrow in the Firs, Baptist church
OF this city. Delegates have been nriiv-
ing all day and the attendance Of these
and visitors is estimated al $500. The
! local committees have made all neces-
| sarE arrangement for their comfort and
entertainment Rev. r. 4. Venable, ID.
D. Of MISSISSIPPI, will preach the con-
| Vcntion sermon. a reception will be
given at The Woman's Missionary Union
IN the afternoon a, the Y. NJ. c. 4. build
| ing.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-05-07
Ercish. Claim A.socin,,on.

Nashville. Tenn. May 6--The Freight
Claim Association closed its session here
To-day. Chicago was selected as the
next place Of meeting. The following
officers were elected
John Nichol, Lehigh Valley railroad.
president.
w II. Hancock. Union Pacific. first
vice president.
J c. Eruyn, Plant system, second vice
president
w. F. Taylor. Richmond. Fredrricks-
burs and Potomac, secretary and ,rea-
s,rer.
G. G. Arnold. Cotton Belt. w. G. Win
ner. Omaha, and r. l.. Russell Phlla
delphia and Reading, arbitrators.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-05-07
ALTA MTG CITY.

At the Epworth League meeting to he
held Tonight al Lekies Memorial churcl,
Rev. DR.. Johnson will make a five min
utes' talk on The Heroes of Metho-
dism.'
Rev. r. a. Robinson having arranged
TO be away two weeks. visiting Pitts
field and W!lliamstown. Mass, his pull
pit will be occupied next Sunday morn
ing by Rev. w. II. Edwards, Of Cen
tenary, and the following Sunday by
Rev. j. w. Moore, of Queen Street NJ
l.. church.
The names OF the sick people. recently
mentioned In these columns. are much
improved.
The Earnest Workers Of Central Ave
nue. BAPTIST church will meet with Mrs
FHliord Tonight a, s o'clock
The lecture by Rev H. f.. johnson. D.
n. on Woman--F'or What was She
Madc?" drew a fine audience al LEX :es
Memorial church last night. Refresh
mcDtS were served.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-05-07
Town or SUI X
afternoon to attend

folk arrived this afternoon to attend
him. HE
Drs. ]. r. Bryant. Of Franklin. and
Gavin Rawles. OF Carrsvillei public
school superintendents in their respec-
tive counties. were in Suffolk last night.
They had been to Richmond
Candidates for offices to be voted for
at the spring elections were busy filing
certificates with the Comfy Clerk to-day.
T1-morrow the time limit expires
The Suffolk Light Infantry had dill
tonight
Miss Lulie Mcguire will give a ger
man tomorrow night exclusively to the
members of her dancing school.
RcV. George Williams. former pastor
OF the Pine Street A. NJ. r.. church, came
TO see his old flock to-day.
one of Mr. w. NJ. Atkinson's horses
ran into a telephone wire across Bank
street to-day hHt The wire broke. and
the horse was not injured
Mrs {. w. Jenkins and little Virginia
lelt today for an extended visit TO Mrs.
W. Al Whaley, In Norfolk.
walter Grey was to-day IN the Police
Court charged with disorderly conduct.
lie was taxed $500
Mrs. Kate Il. Mcclure. Of the Progress.
mas returned from a visit to Norfolk.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-05-07
LONG BUGGY RIDE.

3. W. Bell left to-day for Richmond
IN buggy. He was returning in the
same vehicle which started from Rich
mond TO Norfolk. but which was de-
layed here because one Of the horses
Was taken sick.
The Norfolk Virginian. [volume] (Norfolk, Va.) 186?-189?, 1897-05-07
stimulate the ~,u@.i.h Kidneys

In addition to It's tonic and ca:hartic
properties. Hosteiter's Stomach Biitcre OK
erctses Il beneficial Influence upon the Kid
neys and bladder, when they arc InacIiyc
BY st'mula ting them 10 renewed cxeriion.
thus reopenfng. as It were. sluica for the
escape OF impurities whose regular chan
mel of exit Is the organs OF nrination
Among these are certain abnormal and in
f1amma tory elements. productive of irrepn :
rable injury to the system II not entirely
expelled. The kidneys and bladdcrs them
selves nre also benefited by ia $ stimulus.
as their inactivity is usually preliminary
to !their disease and Disqualification They
also experience, In common with other poi-
tons Of the system. the potent lnvig0rat,vc
effects OF the, Bitters. which furthermore
corrects dfsorderet1 conditions Of the stom-
Aeh, bowels and liver.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
SAVANNAH LINE
Increases Is Saflings to Five a Week
 Between Savannah and New York.

Increases Es Sailings' to Five a Week Between Savannah and New York.
 On and after July 1, the steamsrs of the Savannah Line Ocean Steamship company, -will leave Savannah for New York and New York for Savannah, Mon days, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, FriGoys and Saturdays, Of each week. Passer1- gers between Savannah and Philadelphia and Savannah and Boston will be tick eted via New York only. This change is of great importance to shippers also, as it means practically a sailing every busi- ness day in the week, which affords an unsurpassed freight service. The vessels are supplied with complete and improved ventilation for the protection of perish able freigh s. Full information furnished upon app4ica tion to any agent of the line. SOGJON JACOBS, Commercial Agent, 1916 Morris Avenue, Birmingham, Ala. E. H. HINTON, Traffic Mana ger.
 J. c. HALLE, General Passenger Agent, Savannah, Ga.
 6-27-l0t
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
lERSELY TOLD.

MT. Gus Camp who has been sick with fever, is recovering.
 Supt. McAdory has received the money for the teachers in the county public schools, and will pay them next Satur- day.
 In a .4racas last night in restaura nt in the Hewlett block. Nick, his surname unknown, stabbed Tom Cole with knife. The wound is not serious.
 Mrs. Rosa Duncan will have charge of the Kindergarten department in the Pol lock-Stevens institute. Mrs. Taliaferro was very fortunate in securing the ser vices of Mrs. Duncan.
 The Regents of the White Shield will attend services in a body at the Cumber- lard Presbyterian church on Sunday. July 4, not at the Central Presbyterian church as printed in our notice of yeSter- day.
 T. c. King has knocked the price out yon Oxford Ties and Tan shoes. You will rsaves by looking his stock over before buying shoes. Free shine daily. Take T. c. & R. R. checks at regular price for shoes Phone 922.
 On account of the extreme heat there will be no preaching this morning at II o'clock, as usual, in the tent on Twentieth street and Avenue H. Sunday school will be held. at 9:30 o'clock and the pastor, Rev, H. e, Davis, will preach in the even ing at 7:30.e
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27

sc. I. Hood & Co.,, Lowell, Mass:
 t'Gentlemen: For 12 years have been a commercial traveller, and owing to the hardships of my life, long railroad jumps, all kinds of exposure, and sudden changes of climate, etc., my health gave way. Physicians did not help me and was given up to die. My illness developed Complication of Diseases.
 was without ambition or appetite. All strength had left me. One doctor said I had heart disease, another torpid liver, @ third said it was lung trouble and another consumption, and so on. I have no doubt, symptoms of all these com plaints and even that of rheumatism, judging from the stiffness and pains in my joints and legs at times, were mani : fest. was unable to attend to business, was confined to my room and frequently lay in comatose state for hours. was 90 feeble, and, so little encouragement was offered that began to wonder
 Where I Would be Buried.
 Finally, as a last effort to help myself, I decided to try Hoods Sarsaparilla. The
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
OPENING DAY.
Thursday. July 1. Has Been Selected for D. the Opening of Sloss Phar- --s-
 macy.

Thursday, July 1, will be ops ming day at Sloss Pharmacy, where tasteful Souve- mfrs will be given to those who call. Thus will be favorably opened the handsomest pharmacy in the city. No expense has been spared in fitting up this gem of a place, and much care and taste have been exercised in the selection of drugs and sundres. The highly finished solid oak fixtures, beautiful paper and fresh stock form a very attractive picture. The at aenfion to detail and general appearance of the store remind one of such pharma- cdes as one sees in large city, which re eembnance is further enhanced by the high quality of the stock carried. The -Messrs Sloss are to be congratulated upon their successful preparations for a grand ops ming.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
NEW ENTERPRISE.
The Birmingham Improved Implement Works Is the Latest With a cap-
 sitaI Stock of s5D.000.

Mr. J. L. Walhall. Of Harpersvills, i, Shelby county. who has been. in the city for several days for the purpose of es- tabilshing a ,manufactory for improved machinery, leaves "Wednesday for New York to complete his arrangements for the new industry. The manufactory will be known as Siie. Improved Implem nt works, with acapital stock of $50,000. Sex- eral locations afe being considered, but as yet no selection has been made. MT. Walthall Is farms rand an old eonfed- crate soldier, and his engaging in the manufacturing business Is the fesul- of having purchased the right for the man. ufacture of harrow which has been accepted as one of the best all round cuitivators thaf has ever been introduced in the state. He has associated with, him some Of BiT-min gtaaKn's mos entenpEslns citizens and the nsw manufactory bldis fair ti do thriving business
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
A AoNE-sIDED GAME.

The second series of games of base ball between the Birmingham Unions.<nd the Hot Springs Champions was played at West End park yesterday afternoon, and resulted in a signal victory for the Un- ions by a score of 19 to 13. The locals jumped out in the first inning and when the end came, had four scores to their credit. The visitors were blanked. In the second inning the locals added an- other score to their string, while the yis- itors were again blanked. Feeling good over their lead the locals jumped on the visitors for three runs, but the visitors, with two men out, got onto Campbell and 'swiped the ball right and left. and with the assistance of a few errors, wound up the. inning with six scores to their credit This kinder got the locals angry and they opened up on Jackson for four more tuns, making their total twelve. The visitors, having gotten their eye on Campbell, hit him freely for seven rlins; giving them lead of one run.
 Campbell for the locals was taken out - and. Ramsey. the 'Nooga twirler. was substituted, and the visitors failed to again score. Fields replaced Jackson for the visitors and in the next four innings the locals, piled up seven runs, winning the game in & walk.
 The feature of the game was Fields running catch in deep center while play ing left field
 Score by innings:
 Birmingham M .. ..41340 AZ 0-19 Hot Springs .. :. 70 0 s 70 0 0 0 0-13
 gttafies--Campbsll Ramsey and Ram sey: Jackson. Fields and Lewis
 The last game of the series will be played tomorrow afternoon.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
PERSONAL.
-ll-I,7 =. l7,,- -------

Louis Loveman left last night for a vacation to NashyilIe and other points.
 John W. Prude, of the Collier Drug company, returned yesterday from TWO weeks outing much improved in hea lth-
 T. c. King is selling shoes awfullE cheap. Lots of bargains there. Ss4fks of new shoes arriving daily. Newest styles, sizes to Il; in mems, A. to E.
 Mr J. A. Rountree left yesterday for Hartselie. where he goes to pack and ship his household goods. His new hbfns on the corner of Eighteenth street and Eleventh avenue, South Highlands, Is now completed. The family will move in sama by July 1, .- z MT Tpns,-ffa stss tsescaever and effic#nf ma nipulator of the danger signals at the Twentieth street crossings, has just re turned from visit to his old home. New Orleans. MT. Haag is employed by the Louisville and Nashville railroad at night and has proved an excellent man.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27

effects of few doses of the medicine seemed almost magical. The depressed feeling left me, and when one bottle had been taken, had regained an appetite, and strength was coming back. After finishing the third bottle was able to go about my commercial duties. I con- tinued to improve, and to satisfy my mind that I had fully regained health, sub- mitted myself to doctor for examination. He pronounced me 'sound as dollar., Three months later, passed rigid ex- animation for insurance. I have since been in the best of health, notwithstand- ing my travels, and Igive DGi
 All the Credit to Moods a8n
 Sarsaparilla, as each season since lhava taken several bottles. It keeps my blood in good circulation, gives me keen ap- petite and leaves no room for that tired feeling which naturally finds easy prey among those 0. my calling in the sumintr months after an early spring hustId'I I consider Hoods ssrsApariIla the meau5 of saving my life, and I gladly speak in it's iavor." A. J. LErroH, home addsssS, Cass House, Saginaw, Michigan.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
sENAroRs Ilosr RorH.

Washington June 26.-Seymour and Sullivan had the s5en3tors al their mercy today. but elsven hits being made in the two games King pitched well, bul Mer- cer was hit hard. Attendance, 5000.
 First game RH E Washington .. .0e000 00100o O. 3 6
 Batteries-King and Farrell; Seymour and Wilson. Umpire, Lynch. Time, 2:O3.
 Second game RH E Washington .. Il 0 0l0 102 l. 2 New York .. Il a20 0 5 o o 0-10 16 2
 Mercer and MccGuire; Su1- hvan and Wilson. Umpire, Heidler. Time, 2:20.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
ger and Depter. Umpire. Hurst. Time.
' @se.'rNpnAqgs PisilAYED POORLY.

Chicago. June 26.-Henry Clark, the sfar tyVif4er of -tihe University of Chicago team, was given a trial by the Indians today. He pitched a credItable game and Was strong with the sick. but received miserable suppora. Danny Friend, re- called from the Western league. pitched his first game for ths locals this season. and afthough hit rather freely, kept the safe ones scattered and was backed up perfectly Atsendance. 5,900. Score: RHE Cahfcsg'o.: z....-.....sss.o 010O O3* *--9 8 0 Cleveland .. ..0 0 0 002 20 0 O. 3 5
 Baeleries-Friend and Kittredge; Clark and CrIgers Umpire, McDermott. Time, z hours.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
ADAM RUDOLPH I4ATHEM.

At 10 o'clock yesterday morning Adam Rudolph, the infant son of MT. and Mrs. E. M Lathem, died. The illness being so shors, and death so un xpected made it more painful for thos near to bear.
 The~intermelrt will take place at Oak Hil1 cemetery this morning at 10 o'clock, and the Glsnaral servic s wiM be held from the residence-of Mir. J. E. T. La hem. 720 North Sixteenth street. a.t 9:30 o'clock
 The Friends and acduaintances of both mother, andsfataer are invited 0 be pres
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
0. T. DOZIER,
The RENOWNED SOUTHERN SPECIALIST
Principal of the Southern Medical Dis pensary Cor Sd Ave. and 18th Sl
 BIRMINGHAM. ALA

Principal Of the southern Medical Dis
 pensary, Cor. a Ave. and 18th g..
 BIRMINGHAM, ALA
 Successfully treats al office or BY MAIL at your own home; all forms Of Chronic. Nervous, Blood. Skin and Private Dlze4aes of Men and Women.
 CURES GUARANTEED
 All Chronic Diseases of Lung Heart. Kidney, Bladder. and all da the Genlto-Urinary organs are in o-r of practice Diseases D. culiar t0 NolEen Ana all yeneraI diseases Of either sex posaEiteT ments to marriage. as Sgricturc, Naroceie. Impotency, Emissions and an evil rtsulfs of apse snd aerma nentIx o cured our Valuable ssook men and women will be sent free in plain sealed envelope to all who apply. Consul tation free. whether in person or by setier. All correspondence strictly confidential pr. Dozier gives his personal attention to the diagnosis and treatment of every patient. He is regular graduate in every depart ment of medical science, has had twenty five years experience, and stands without peer in his special line of practice. A FEW EXTRACTS FROM PRESS EN-
 DORSEMENTS.
 HundI eds more of like character, and thousands of high testimonials from pa tients can be furnished if necessary
 (Atlanta constitutionO < Dr. o. T. DoZier, the head Of the Southern Medical Dispensary, of Birmingham, Ala, is specialist of nearly twenty years. ex- periencea in the h of d chronic M ner success has given him leading position in the medical profession.
 iMaSonic Guide) . Dr. Dozier can be relied upon to treat dis eases in the most successful manner. and he is known all over the South.
 (The Southern Odd Fellow.) We cannot add anything to the reputation Dr. Dozier has already acquired in the line of his profession, but we do know him to be a brother Odd Fellow that can be relied upon to carry out every promise he makes to those ne eding his services.
 Peoples Weekly Tribune)
 As a specialist, Dr. Dozier is uneXcelied by any living physician. E He is a Geor- gian by birth, a high-tonel, eultur d, Christ ian gentleman strictly honest in all bis dealings and financially responsible for all his contracts.
 Oaily News, Birminghana.) Il, pr. Dozier is a physician and surgeon of education, skill and experience. man of culture and high literary attachments and a gentleman respected by all who know him. He can be relied on in all matters pertaining to his profession.
 (Alabama Christian Advocate.) His (Dr Dozer's) professional reputation Is unmpeachable and his character as gentleman and citizen is above reproach. Address
 DIR. O. T. DOZIER & co.
 Lock Box 112, Birmingham, Ala.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
FUNERAL NOTICE.

The friends of Mr and Mrs. E. M La them are invited to attend the funeral of their infant son, Adam Rudolph. Ser vices from residence of J. E. T. La'them, 720 North Sixteenth street, at 9:30 a. m. Interment at Oak Hill.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
TWO JUICY PLUMs.

Washington h. June 26.-The president to- day nominated T1erschell c. Harkins to be collector of internal revenue for the. fifth eiet' jet of North Carolina, and Theo- dore Crary to be postmaster at Lex ingten, N G. Al =. MeS
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
BAR THE INSECTS.

Nothing m ore annoying these hot nights and morn ings than mosqu;t $ and flies. Bar them out with one of our canopy or Dixie mosquito bars. Our stock is large and prices low.
 Loveman, Joseph & Loeb.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27

See Miss Olga and Prof. Norris high diving at Lake view today, 4:45 and 8:45 p. m. Also Jim Borne, of Bir- mingham, attempt to dupli- cate Prof. Norris dive from the 100 foot platform.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
BASE BALL.
LEAGUE STANDING.
BULLETIN.

BULIIE HIN. St. Louis, 8; Pitts burg, 5. Baltimore, 1; Boston, 0. Philadelphia, 3; Brooklyn, 5. Louisville, l; Cincinnati. z. Cleveland. 8; Chicago, g. New York, 9: Washington, l; first game. New York. 10; Washington, 5, second saIne.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
What Was the Trouble Health Broken Down, Heart Troubles, Torpid
 Liver, Consumption, Rheumatism
Whatever 1t Was, Hoods sarsapara Cured by Its Power
 The One True Blood Purifier.

Discouraged people numerous now-some because of lost business others because of lost health All may find fresh inspiration and valuable suggestions in the following:
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
A PrCHERs, BATTLE.

b. stoB, June 26.-The Boston, BaHi- more game today was a pitchers con test. Both were remarkably effective. Nichols allowed only one hit i< the last five innings and that was in the ninth. S.iv. It's was the only Boston player who could bat Corbett at all. Attendance 16.o60. Score:
 R.H.E. Boston . .0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 % 5 1 Baltimore .. 70 0 0 q 0 o 0 II 5 0 Ratteries-Nichols ard Glnzeli Corbett 1 Bowerman. Umpires-Emslie and O'Day. Time, 2:04
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27

Hot weather bargains in mems straw hats, all styles, shapes and straWs. J Blach & Sons, 1912 and 1914 Ist avs.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
THEIR THIRD SLICE OF PIE.

P poklyn. June 26.-Brooklyn won the third and last game of their series with the Phiadelphias through timely stick work. Both sides fielded well and the few errors were excusable Kennedy :, hod ihe Quakers at his mercy unti tlA ninth when he eased up. Attenlan5e 5S11. Score: z R.H.E. Broo'r'vn .... ..,1 o2 0 q "-j 10 2 Pfiir dalphia =. Q 0 001 002-3 Se2'
 Ratteries-F enredy and Grim; Fidah and Clements Umpire--McDonald. Time. 1 55.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27

How many hap
 py marriage ties are daily cut asun- der by tue grim destroyer, death.
 How many women go radiantly to the altar, only to pass "a few short months Aof agony and pain, and then go down to early graves. TLara fa a41Q cas4ee
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
PIRATES WON A GOOD GAME.

Pittsburg, June 26.-The fielding of botil' teams today was excellent. Attendance 2.s00. Score: 4-z RH.E.i St Louis .... 70 c l Q 0 0 0 0 2--3 I
 Batteries-Ta rg hill and Sug len Car sey and Murphy. Umpire--Sheridan Time 1:45
Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-27
THE REEDS MOVE UP.

cincinna Ii. June 26-4The Reds by bsincfaug 4ileir hits and p1a ying strong fi-lffug game. defeat d the Colonals to- day. Both Frazier and RreHenssein pitched fine ball. NttendsTce 5000 Sc 5re:
  Cincinnati .. .,.00e131O O'.-f f1s 1 Louisville .. 100 , 0 oae-ef q Ratteries-p-Ass ~---t-'-- p.- !