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The age-herald., 1898-02-26
ITEMS OF INTEREST,

Every one who enjoys sitting by wood fire must have observed how the wood suptters and misses and frequently gives off little jets of flames and again the pieces crackle and fly off at a considerable dls- tance. This is caused by the water in the wood which, confined in the cells, becomes heated and generates steam. It is curl ous fact that intense heat and intense cold produce fractures in various substances. In the most extreme cold weather 1t Is not uncommon, especially if the cold has come on suddenly, to find trees that are split from the ground to the top by the acton of the frost. Freezing expandns the water in the cells of the wood, and so suddenly is this done that the trees burst as would a7pitcher or mug in which water was con- fined
 The cefluloid films used dn the veriscope and vitascope may be the source Of extreme danger if not carefully guarded. Celm-o1d is extremely explosive and infiammable an1 a spark may set it off with most terTlnc results It would seem that some other ma terial should be chosen for all purposes where intense light and heat are employed. Even the harmless-looaxing dressing comb may endanger life if, while my lady is making her toilet, she brings it too near to the light. In many homes ceiluloid arh- cles are strictly prohibited for this reason Especially should this be noted where there are children who cannt understand the ne- cessity for extreme prudence.
 At the foot of Cow mountain, in Colora- do, the most remarkable caverns have been found. There is series of chambers Of various sizes, the roofs hung with enor- mousicicles. The water from which fhese were. .,frozen must have been very pure as in some of the cases the reflection and re- fraction of light is truly wonderful, the glitter suggesting the finest diamonds. The chambers are connected by narrow alley ways and at point distant from the en- trance there is a passage extremely mar row and inclined. This leads to a cavern some 300 feet in extent, containing enor- nous quantities of ice. which has frozen in all sorts of quaint and grotesque figures. In the middle of this cavern there IS lake sixty-fve feet long It is quite deep, the water is as clear as crystal and cold almost beyond belief The lake appears to have no outlet. but there must be one, as the water never rises above a certain level An effort is to be made to make a show place of this cavern and turn the vi- cinBty to account as pleasure resort
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SHERIFF'S SALE.

By virtue of two writs of fierrd facias. issued out of the clerks office of the city court of Birmingham, Jefferson couItH state of Alabama, and to me directed whereby am commanded to make ffx amount of a certain judgment recently obt tainelf against Ferdnan OeStr1ch, out of the goods, chaitteas, lands and tenements o2 the said Ferdnan OeStrch I have levied on the following described real estate, tos wit: Eleven and 65100 acres lying and bel ing in the western end of the south hall of the northwest quarter of the northWenf quarter of section thirty township napeg teen. range four west, the eaetern boupde ary lime of said eleven and 65 100 acres bd4 ing 594 feet west of, and parallel with, &hk eastern boundary line of said south hAN of said northwest quarter of said niort1wse quarter; said described real estate bend situated in Jefferson county, Alabama en& levied upon as the property of said Fekus man Oestrich. .
 Therefore, according to said commapd. 2 will sell at public outcry for cash, aA G4l right, title and interest of the abovS nam
 Ferdnan Oestrdch In and to the aP2Ye HR scribed properity.. on Monday fnS & Atn
 sale. at the court house door In said opeape ty. rss,r.,oy,, 1eoA E
 .sRheriff of Jefferson County Aaarn
 2 2fsat IVY
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JAMES EvELY
Filed Suit Against the Southern Railway Com
 pany--Two Applicants for Divorce.

James Evely filed suit in the circuit court yesterday against the Southern Railroad company for damages in the sum of $1O.- 900.
 He alleges that while employed as a switchman on July S1, 1897, one of his feet was crushed so badly as to necessitate am- putation, causing him much physical and mental pain and injuring him permanently.
 A. A. Burkfield filed petition for divorce from M. A. M. Burkfeld on the ground of abandonment.
 Maggie Lula Hinton. through her at- torney, Richard H. Fries, asked for a di- vorca from her husband, Sam Hinton.
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sl00.00 TO ANY MAN.
WILL PAY s1OO.OO FOR ANY CASE

Of Weakness in Men They Treat and Fall
 to Cure.
 An Omaha company places for the first time. before the public MAGICAL TREATMENT for the cure of Lost Vitali- ty, Nervous and Sexual Weakness and Restoration of Life Force in old and young men. No worn-out French remedy: coTi- tadns. no phosphorous or other harmful drugs. It is a WONDERFUL TREAT MENT-magical in it's effects-positive in from weakness that blights their life, causing that mental and physical suffer. ing peculiar to Lost Manhood should write to the STATE MEDICAL COMPANY, Slmte 67S Ramage Building, Omaha, Neb. and they will send you absolutely FREE, valuable paper on these diseases, and positive proofs of their truly MAGICAL TREATMENT. Thousands of men, who have lost all hope of cure, are being re- stored by them to a perfect condition.
 This MAGICAL TREATMENT may be taken at home under their directions, or they will pay railroad fare and hotel bills to all who prefer to go there for treat Free Cure. Free Sample, pr 0. o. D. fake. They have s2500O0 capital, and guarantee to cure every case they treat or refund every dollar; or their charges may be deposited in bank to be paid to them wh,n a cure is effected. Write them to- day ;o Spite 7ss Ra'AAse Pylldlgg Omaha.
The age-herald., 1898-02-26
Good News.

A visit to the druggists yester- day by Dr. Harter's representatives elicits the fact that thirty peo- pie, who obtained a free sample bottle of Dr. Harter's Iron Tonic, on Monday and Tuesday of this week, have voluntarily re- ported to the druggists from whom they obtained the sample marked change for the better.
 To rid this city of blood disor- ders and dyspepsia is Dr.. Harter's mission. He has pledged his word to do so, and he will keep his prom ise to the letter.
 We publish today few com munications received by us They may prove of interest to you. We regard them as strong evidence in the right direction.
The age-herald., 1898-02-26

National Military Home, Va, Feb. 25, '96. Gentlemen:-I have used DIR. HARTER'S IRON TONIC and find that it is the best medicine that ever used for indigestions biliousness. loss of appetite and general nervous debility. I freely recommend 1t to all suffering from those ills of life
 CHAS. D. HALL
 
 Avilla, Mo-, Dec. 24, 1S9s Gentlemen-Your DIR. IIARTER'S IRON TONIC is certainly an excellent remedy and gives entire satisfaction. It is more in demand than all others in our drug store
 Very truly your,
 s. c. MONNET, M. D.
 Kent, Iowa, April 30, 1896. can cheerfully recommend DIR. HARy TIERS IRON TONIC in all cases where there are anaemic conditions and want of vitality. H. M. NORTON, M. D.
 Choudrant, La, July 1, 1S97 have been recommending DIR. HAR- TIERS IRON TONIC to my patients in cases of depressed conditions anaemic. and especially in cases of female weakness and find that it is the proper medicine to administer in such complaints.
 w. H. COOK, M. D.
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For Stealing Gold Bullion

San Francisco, Feb. 25.-William F. Clarkson, foreman of the rolling room of the United States branch mint in this city, has been arrested on a charge of stealing gold bullion and is held in $5,O090 bail.
 Martin Iggers, a grocer, and w. D.Car- ter, horse sheer, were also arrested, but released on their own recognizance. 1t is also alleged that Clarksons thefts consist ed of small pieces of gold which were de- tached from the working up of bullion in the coinng machine. They did not amount to over $50 month, but are supposed to have continued over period of two years or more.
The age-herald., 1898-02-26
MIR. BhYAN'S MEETING.
Dr.. Dozier Makes Plea in Behafoi the People
 for More Room.
To the Editor of The Age-Herald.

To the Editor of The Age-Herald.
 Can't you for Gods sake induce the conn mittee on management to rescind their ar engagement to have Bryan speak in the OBrien opera house? The opera house will not admit ten thousand, the number who will desire to hear him next week, and for one wdll be afraid to risk that build ing's safety with such crush as will no doubt occur there. Lets have the speaking in the Auditorium, even if there is not a sufficiency of seats. We can stand and will cheerfully do so to hear the greatest living American patriot.
 O. T. DOzIER.
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Fifth race, seven furlongs, selling-Tako, Oak Leaf, Prince Proverb, 101; Carrie Lyle, Irish Lady, 102; Battledore, Halton, Luxillo, Stanza, Fallax 104; K. C., Imp. Percy, 107.
 Sixth race, five and half furlongs, sell dng-Little Ella, 94; Jim Conway, Conven- tion, 96; Hot Stuff, Dorothy H., Oral. Van essa, Red Duchess, 99; Kingstone, l.. w., Bagpipe, Brother Fred, 101; Harry Lee, 104; Imp. Wolsey, Jim Hogg, 106.
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IN THE SPORTING WORLD D.
New OrIeans. Races.


 New Orleans, Feb 25.-Glenmoyne was the only winning favorite. There was a light rain during the afternoon, but not enough to effect the speed of the track The feature of the day was Terramie's win at 100 to l.
 1. won: 30 to i and 10 to 1, second; Pert, s to 1, third. Time 1:4lA.
 Second race-Selling, furlongs. Ter ramie, 100 to 1, won; Bertha Nell, to 3 and to 5; second, Jim Flood, 10 to 1, third. Time 1:161s.
 Third race-1% miles. Mitt Boykin to |, won; Arezzo to 10 and 2 to 5, second; i; John Sullivan 10 to 1, third. Time 1:56.
 Fourth race-Handicap one mile and twenty yards. Elkin, to 1, won; Octave, to 1 and to 5, second; What Next, to 5, third Time 1:44%.
 to 5, won; Everest to and even, sec- ond; Celtic Bard, to 1, third. Time 1:451a Sixth race-Six furlongs, Gypcriver, 10 to 1, won; Volutants, 20 to 1 and to- l second Udah, 15 to l. third. Time 1:17A.
 Entriesfor Today.
 First race seven furlongs, selling-Top ling, 94; Tom Kingsley, Clay Pointer, 96; Woolford, 102; Ma Petite, 101; Crystalline, 103; Laurel Leaf, 104; Percy, 106.
 Second race, four furlongs, purse, 2-year- olds-Red Light, 103; Pansy H., 1O5; Diver, Dr. Sam, 1OS; May Botch, 110; A. Me- Knight, 113; May Hampstead, 115.
 Third race, six and half furlongs, sell ing-Belle Lenore, 97; Harry s., 99; Gold Corn, 100; Pop Dixon, 102; Stockholm, Jolly Son. 104; Swift, Belle of Fordham, Lillian E., 105; Backing Brush, 1O7 Verdi, no.
 Fourth race, six furlongs, handicap-Ala- mo, 97; Ella Penzano, 1O2; Sim w, 106: David. 110; Uncas, 101; Crystalline, 93; Mo- yer. 103; Gismond H., 98; Tallahassee, 107; J.. A. Gray, 112.
The age-herald., 1898-02-26

First attraction of the season at East Lake. K. P. Speedy, the worlds famed high diver. will dive from tower 100 feet high into East Lake, commencing Wednes- day, March 2, afternoon and evening. Per- formance begins at 4 in the afternoon and S:30 in the evening. Don't miss the great East Lake cars. 2-25-t-3-5
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whose affections are alleged to have been alienated by another woman. She asks to be allowed attorneys fees and afimony.
 The case Of J. 8. Meyers vs. Henry Bar nard. vans resumed in the first division yes- terday.
 In the criminal court the misdemeanor docket was again taken up and nsumber of cases disposed of.
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For Probate Judge.

We are authorized to announce J. P. Stiles as a candidate for Probate Judge subject to the nomination of the Demo- cratic party.
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Mrs. Oden's Loss Special to The ARe-Herald.

Sylacauga, Ala, Feb. 25.-NIrs. Kate Oden. who lives three miles west of here, at Odena, lost her house, house furniture, piano, barn and smoke house last night by fire. The dwelling house was one of the best houses in tilis county, costing $7, ,500 The total loss is over sS,0O0; insurance, St. 750. Cause unknown. Think it caught from a stove.
The age-herald., 1898-02-26
Cotton Receipts

Cotton receipts for the week ending on Thursday night show a slight increase over those of the previous week, 1,S03 bales were received and 230S bales shippedl Since Sep tember 1, 104.026 bales have been received, A. 264 of which came by wagon; 937 7s8 bales have been shipped, leaving stock on hand of 1023S bales.
The age-herald., 1898-02-26
MRS. wINsLows SOOTHING SYRUP.

Has been used for over FIFTY YEARS
 by MILLIONS of MOTHERS for theft CHILDREN WHILE TEETHING, with PERFECT SUCCESS. IT sOOTHEH the CHILD. SOF"rENS the GUMS, AL LAYS all PAIN: CURES WIND COLO. and Is the best remedy for DIARRHOEA. Sold by druggists in every part of thA world. Be sure and ask for Mrs. Wins lows Soothing Syrup" and take no othee kind. Twenty-Five cents a bottle.
The age-herald., 1898-02-26

MT J. H. Mohans will make the address at the mems meeting in the Young Mems Christian association hall Sunday after noon at o'clock.
 MT. Mohns is a very entertaining speaker. All young men are invited to be present.
 Next Friday night the regular monthly social of the association will be held. The program has not yet been made out, but will be announced next week.
The age-herald., 1898-02-26
H. K. WHITE.

We are authorized to announce H. K. White as a candidate for nomination for associate judge of the city court of Bir- mingham, subject to the action of the democratic party.
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Notice Stolen!

The public is hereby cautioned and warn- ed not to buy or otherwise negotiate a cer- tain note dated February 6, 1898, and exc cuted by w. B. Lewis, in the sum of g, ,450 % and payable on demand to the un- dersigned at 1SS Madison street, Chicago, Ill.
 MRS. KETTLE SMITH.
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Telephone 46

s50000 to invest in real estate mortgages, first-class notes, bonds and stocks. We will make new loans or re-negotdate notes already executed
 We offer safe investments to lenders and furnish borrowers with money at moderate rates.
 SlO,0oo Alabama State Bonds wanted.
 A. R. DEARBORN & CO.,. er2Q-1 1921 First Avenue.
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Mr. Charles A. Senn

Announces as candidate for Associate Judge of the City Court of Birmingham, subject to the action of the Democratic party.
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Circuit Clerk,

Walter L. Howard announces himself a
 I candidate for Clerk of the Circuit Court of | Jefferson county, subject to the action of | the democratic party d&w If
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The lecture by Miss w. M. Allen, with "Florence" as it's subject, originally an- for Saturday evening at 8 o'clock, will be given at 3 o'clock Saturday after noon instead at the Pollock-Stephens in- stitute
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JAMES A. MITCHELL,

We are authorized to announce James A. Mitchell as a candidate for the democratic nomination for the office of Associate Judge of the City Court of Birmingham.
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For Circuit Court Clerk.

The undersigned respectfully asks the support of the voters of Jefferson county for the nomination for the office of clerk of ehe circuit court of Jefferson county, subject to the action of the democratic party.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS.
Judge W. W. wilkerson

Announces himself candidate for Senior Judge of the City Court of Birmingham, subject to the action of the Democratic primary.
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CASTORIA
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Dissolution Notice.

The firm of Bowers & Policeman has this day dissolved by mutual consent. MT. Bows CTS having bought MT. Feibleman's inters est in the Bell Top saloon, 1914 Second ave. nue. They owe nothing, and nobody owen them. w. J. FIEBLEMAN, Manager
 c. A. BOWERS.
 2-1S-oaw-3t
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c. R. HARSH

is a canidate for nomination by the dem- ocratic party, for the office of senior judge of the city court of Birmingham
 10-10-tf.
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For Circuit Court Clerk.

Fergus W. Mccarthy asks your sup- port for reelection to the office of clerk of the circuit court for Jefferson county, Alabama. Subject to tine action of the democratic party.
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At the Y, M. c. A.

Thin and impure blood is made rich and beautiful by taking Hoods Sarsaparila.
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For Associate Judge of the City Court of Bir-
 mingham.

We are authorized to announce Char. .es Powell as candidate for the above named office, subject 10 the action of the democratic party l1-10-tf
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Keep your eye on East Lake. Big attractions this spring and summer.
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Troy, O., March s, 1896.

Troy, O., March 8, 1S96 The Dr. Harter Medicine Co. Gents:-For the benefit of other suffer- CTS consider it my duty to speak of your IRON TONIC. My wife was an invalid for several years, had lost nearly all vital ity; she could not eat and was reduced in flesh to an alarming extent. All medicines failed to give relief until we tried DIR. HARTER'S IRON TONIC, which restored her usual health and strength in a very short time. Words cannot express our appreciation of this valuable remedy. It Is certainly a wonder and worthy of place in every home
 J. w. CRUISKSIANK, - Ex-C1erk Sup. Court of Ohio.
 Jerseyville, Ill.,, March 2S, 1897. Gentlemen:-Your DIR. HAMPERS IRON TONIC is an excellent preparation for building up and strengthening the system when run down or exhausted from over work. Under its powerful influence, tired nature rapidly revives. bringing renewed strength and happiness. Brain workers will find it invaluable.
 JOHN J. SMITH,
 Editor and Mgr Jerseyville Journal.
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East Lake

WALTER K- M'ADoRY.
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Evening star., 1898-08-17
DEMOLISHED THE FURNITURE.
Trilby Wfll8fnson Plays Havoc in n
Division House.

The house of Nellie La Rue on d street,
in the Division" could not have looked
worse this morning, it is said, If Jack the
Slasher." or a cyclone had visited it.
"Trilby' Wilkinson. young woman in
mate OF the house, had done all the dam
age. Policeman Schuyler was called to the
house and arrested 'Trilby' for destroy
ing private property. A mirror worth
about $500 mad been demolished, and fur
niture, curtains and costly ornaments had
all been destroyed. The proprietress of the
house placed her loss at $1,000.
This morning the young woman under ar
rest was called upon in Judge Taylor
court to explain her conduct.
Il didn't smash the things" she said.
"Who did it?" the court asked.
Il guess the woman who runs the house
did it, she answered.
"Trilby" explained to the court the hard
ships of a woman who lives in the section
in which the house is located. She told
of how she had been abused and i'll treated
and repeated her denial.
Policeman Schuyler told the court that
the woman admitted her guilt when he ar
rested her.
Judge Taylor fined her $50. with 150 days
on the farm in case she shall fail to pay
Evening star., 1898-08-17
ANIMATED CONTEST.
Activity Revived Among the Several
Candidates for Postmaster.

From all appearances the contest be-
tween the various candidates for appoint
ment as city postmaster to succeed Mr..
James P. Willett whose term will expire
before the snow falls, promises to be about
as animated as any ever waged for SIM
liar office, and with the return of peace
much additional effort is being made by
the various aspirarts and their numerous
friends. Petitions in favor of the gentle
men in question are being circulated for
signatures in every direction, including the
government departments, and promise to
make formidable piles of matter fer Presi-
dent Mckinley to examine when the time
GENES for him to consider the bestowal of
the office
AT present the salary received by the
city postmaster is $1,000 yearly, but the
receipts of the Office, under the rule gov
erning postmasters' salaries, are sufficient
to authorize its increase to $1,000 per an
rum, and it is confidently expected that a
Dill providing for the additional remunera-
tion will be passed early at the next ses-
sion of Congress This proba b.lity natural
iy increases the desire for appointme ent
among those who are applicants for -he
place, and stirs them to additional energy
The candidates working for such prefer
ment include Mr.. Louis D. Wine Mr.. Ar
chibald Greenlees, DIR. George B. Hender-
son, brigade surgeon of the District Ma
tional Guard: Capt. Marion T. Anderson,
formerly department commander of the De-
partment of the Potomac G. A. R., and at
present employed in the city post Off ,e,
and Mr.. Charles S. Bradley, formerly cash.
Ter of the National Bank Of the Republic.
All these gentlemen have strong influence
behind them.
Mr.. Greenlees commenced his campaign
without making any noise about it several
months ago, and has secured the support of
a number of representative business men,
as well as public men of power in national
affairs. Mr.. Wine is also being heartily
supported by the same classes, while his
warm personal and political relations with
the President are well known. DR.. Hen
derson is being backed by men representing
many millions of property. and also COM
mands the support of some of the strong
est men in national politics. Capt An
derson is being urged by prominent citizens
and the G. A. r. is united in his behalf
Mr.. Bradley is receiving loyal support from
the old Washingtcnians who have known
him and held him in high regard for many
years.
In the past three or four days the name
of Col. George H. Harries has been fire.
quently mentioned a possible successor
to Postmaster Willett, but nothing is
known as TO whether he cherishes any am
hition in that direction or not.
Evening star., 1898-08-17
BURNS CAUSE DEATH.
The Horrible Fate of Miss Annie Ad-
kfns.


kfns.
Annie Adkins. sixteen years old who
lived at 12:45 G street northeast, was so
severely burned, about 2 o'clock yesterday
afternoon, the result of an accident, that
she died late last night. Miss Adkins was
burning some waste paper in the back yard
at her home when her dress caught fire.
She was badly frightened, and instead of
going in the house and having the flames
smothered she ran into the street. Her
speed famed the flames and increased her
danger at every step. Her screams were so
loud and pteous that large crowd soon
gathered, but not in time to prevent the
serious burning of the unfortunate girl.
When her clothing had been burned almost
from her body her hair took fire, but per-
sons who came to her rescue quickly res
cued her from this added peril.
The sufferer was finally taken in her
mothers house and DR.. Barry summoned
He saw that death must soon follow, but
did all he could to relieve her sufferings.
She remained conscious until few minutes
before she died.
Although only sixteen years old Miss Ad-
kns had completed her second years
course in the Eastern High School. She
was a member of the Ninth Street Chris
tian Church. Her father is Mr.. Milton T.
Adkins, clerk in the Post Office Depart
ment.
Evening star., 1898-08-17

William Douglass and Wilbert Good.
young colored men, who travel on freight
trains, reached the city late last night.
Hotel accommodations were too expensive
for them and they made themselves COM
Portable on a vacant lot.
What are you doing here?" Policeman
Turner asked them when he aroused them
'Only waiting till O morning, boss" an
swered one Of them. '"Then we are going
to leave town"
The policeman arrested them as alleged
vagrants and they.weUe tried in the Po-
lice Court this morningti
II live in Charlottesville. Va said Good,
"end I'm on my way7honie."
My home is in PHtsburg," said Doug
lass "and I was going down In Virginia
with Good"
where did you meet him?" the court
asked Douglass.
I'VE met in Pittsburg
The Judge said hee could see no reason
for detaining the men shere and released
them to resume their journey.