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The age-herald., 1899-08-18
SENDING OUT
 MANY INVITATIONS
To the Southern Industrial Con-
 venton.
LARGE CROWD IS EXPECTED
Huntsville City Council Will Have to Hold Weekly Meetings to Transact City's Business-Wm. Ward
 and Mrs. Bunyon Wed

Huntsville, August 17.-(SpeciaL) )-Secre- tary N. F. Thompson, of the chamber of commerce, has begun to send out hundreds of invitations to persons throughout the United States to attend the southern indus trial convention which will be held in Huntsville beginning October 10 The con- vention will probably continue four days. It will be composed of governors, commits sioners of agriculture superintendents of eeucatlon from all southern states, mayors of cities, editors and publishers the duly accredited representatives of business and commercial organizations, schools, firms and educational institutions.
 The subjects to be discussed embrace the leading lines of industries at present es- abolished or that may be deemed worthy of establishment in the south. The general objects sought to be obtained are a wider knowledge of the south's resources and the best means to secure their speedier and more thorough development
 Acceptances to discuss especially as- signed subjects have already been received from some of the ablest men of the south and of the nation, while letters of com mendation and approval have come from So many and from such eminent sources as already assures a most successful conven- ton. It is desired to have the benefits which, it is believed can be had for the entire south from this convention, to be- come of practical value to every portion of this country
 From the nature of this convention special invitations cannot be sent all, so general invitation is extended to every per son who has an interest in the objects to be attained.
 A letter was received today from Hon. John w. Abercrombie, state superintendent of education, accepting an invitation to de- liver an address to the convention on the subject @rhe Schools of the South" This subject will also be discussed by Dr. J. h. M Curry of Washington.
 The city council held it's regular semi ,nont'hlv session last night, and devoted several hours to the transaction of inn portant routine business. Tne city counci' has found itself unable to attend to the business of the city in the regular meet ings, which heretofore have been helo ohlS twice monthly, and it is likely that they will resolve to hold weekly meetings Tn the future.
 Miss Annie Geron, one of the most popu- lar teachers in the city public schools, re- signed her position last night, and her res- isnation was accepted by the city council
 William J. Ward and Mrs. Louise Runyon were quietly married in Chattanooga on Monday Mir. Ward is an employe of the Pennsylvania Construction company of this city, and his bride is well known here. The marriage was kept secret until yesterday, when relatives of the groom learned Of 1t through the newspapers.
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A SUCCESSFUL INSTITUTION
Of Remarkable Growth and of Sp:en-
 did PrOSD6CtS.

Mercer University, at Macon, Ga, is one of the best and most noted institutions of higher learning in the south today The endowment and college plant are together worth $500 OOO Last year s30,0Oo was added to it's endowment S,0O0 gymnasium built by the graduates of the institution is nearing completion. Among its gradu- ates are several governors, the present governor of Georgia being one of them. It has the finest body of students in the south For three years they have won in all of the six ora torical contests they have entered, state and interstate. The pro- fessors are young and progressive-several of them trained in the universities of Eu- rope Measured by high standards, the entire college life-the character of its students-the standard of scholarship-its fine democratic spirit and college enthu- siasm-are all of a high order. It has splendid law school, with Judge Emory Speer as dean. On the cooperative plan, the cost of board for students who must economize has been reduced to $6 a month. This cooperative plan is well worth careful study. Young men who contem- plate entering college would do well to write to President P. D. Pollock, Macon, Ga., for a catalogue.
The age-herald., 1899-08-18
TUSCALOOSA
Confederate Veterans Spend Happy
 Day at the Reunion

Tuscaloosa, August T.-(Special.) )-The Confederate veterans of Tuscaloosa county had great reunion at Tuscaloosa yester- day.
 The country people began pouring In from all directions early in the morning, and a large number of these were veterans. The feature of the reunion was a picnic at Lake Lorraine. In the pavilion seats had been placed, a stand erected at one end and ex- ercises of an interesting nature held the attention of the vast assemblage. The exer- cises were opened with prayer by Rev. MT. Tibbs, and Prof. Werner, master of cere- monies introduced General George D. John- 5ton, the orator of the day. General John- ston's oration was an Inspiration and was said to be the best effort of his life The band played Dixie" the crowd sang Bon nie Blue Flag" and Miss Yanita Cribbs recited "Whispering Bill," a poem of tho war.
 After the basket dinner the veterans held a business session, during which they elect ed Miss Cribbs sponsor for the ensuing year. Among those who addressed the gathering before they dispersed were Cap tain H. A. Parish, Hon. w. W. Brandon, MesSrs J. b. Thomas J. s. Yerby, F. F. Culver, D. Clay Lilly and Mayor w. c. Jemison. It was one of the most enjoyable occasions of the kind ever had in Tusca- loosa, and much of the success of the un- dertaking was due to the tireless efforts of Professor w. H. Werner, of the arrange ments committee, and General Johnston, general commander of Camp Rodes.
 One of the most interesting episodes of Veterans Day yesterday was the exhibi- tion of war relics by w. F. Falls MT. Falls was a gallant Confederate soldier, and he brought to the picnic a rusty tin canteen which he picked up in the field af- ter the battle of Franklin, in which he was engaged. He carried the canteen the bal ance of the term of war. Another canteen made of cedar slaves hooped together was left by soldier at his mothers house dur ing the war; On it was engraved "J. R. Reader, Company G. Third Kentucky, De- mopols." The most interesting relic was powder horn of the capacity of one pound, which had descended from MT. Falls great grandfather, who was a soldier of the rev. olution. The big end of the horn was made of wood, on which was carved a deers head and wild turkey. On the horn was engraved Liberty or Death 1776" and ship supposed to represent the Mayf1ower.
The age-herald., 1899-08-18
FIFTH LYNCHING OF 1899 FOR ALABAMA
 H1 Charlie Hunt Shot to Death Near
 BrantIy GOVERNOR SELECTS THE SIX Officers to Fill Up States Quota in the New Volunteer Regiments, and the Name of His Son is
 Among the Number
GOVERNOR SELECTS THE SIX

Age-Herald Bureau, Hotel Mabson. Montgomery, August 1Z-(Special.) .)-The fifth lynching during 1899 was recorded in Alabama. It occurred in Brantley and was Tor the usual crime" Brantley is proba- bly hundred miles south of Montgomerv and news of the affair reached here this morning The facts in the case as re- ported here are as follows:
 yesterday afternoon Charlie Hurt q DIE oiack negro, went to the home of Mrs. 0'ephen Battle q widow lady who resides near Brantley, and twice attempted to criminally assault her. Mrs. Ratt1a,s screams attracted the attention of a far hler Who was passing the Battle home. anu ne rushed to her assistance. He was Just In time to prevent the negro aocom- pl1shing his fiendish purpose. Hurts re- treat was so swift that he eyaded his pursuer.
 A posse was organized and a search wos begun for the negro, who is well knoD,n in the Brantley neighborhood. While tba searching party was smelling the woods for fiurt' ne crept into Brantley it is thought. Tor the purpose af boarding a train. Citv Marshal W. M. Thrasher, of Brantlev. had heard of the assault upon Mrs. Battle and he was keeping a close watch in town TOT the negro. Hurt had barely placed his ioot inside the town limits before he was naebed by the marshal and hastily rushed into the guard house, a small frame build- Ing. By this time the news of the assault had spread for miles around the little vi,- iase' and 1t soon leaked out that the much wanted fiend was in the custody of inc marshal. posse was formed, with some or the leading citizens of Brantley at it's head' and excitedy they marched to the little guard house and secured the pris- oner. He was carried about one half mile into swamp by the determined men and and hundred or more gun and pistol shots told to the surrounding country the late meted out to the criminal. It differed from the usual way" only in that no one had thought to bring a rope with which to swing Hurt from limb of a tree. The mob dispersed and all is reported quiet at Brantley today.
The age-herald., 1899-08-18
LEGION OF HONOR
Supreme Council of the Order Elects
 Their National Officers

New York, August 1.-The thirteenth annual meeting of the supreme council Of the American Legion of Honor was held today in this city. Officers were elected as follows: Supreme commander Wm. H. Davenport, Marlboro, Mass. Supreme vice commander, P. F. Me- Gowan, New York
 Supreme orator, G. w. Carson, St. Louis.
 Supreme secretary, Adam Warnock, New York.
 Supreme treasurer, George w. Kendrick, Jr., Philadelphia.
 Supreme chaplain, Rev. w. Bradley, Bos- ton.
 Supreme guide, Charles G. Frower, Phil adelphia.
 Supreme warden. Samuel A. Lyttle. Cleveland.
 Supreme sentry, Thomas A. Crawford, Boston.
 General counsel, Alfred J. Carr, Balti- more.
 Medical examiner-in- chief, J. Foster Bush, Boston.
 Supreme trustees: John M. Gwynnell, Newark; John A. Sloane, St. Louis, and John E. Hearst, New York.
 Finance committee: John A. Diedricksen, Milwaukee,; c. H. Ramsay, Boston, and F. H. Bailey, Clarksvdlle, Tex.
 Committee on laws: John L. Terrell, Texas; Walter D. Mansfield, San Fran cisco, and H. l.. Joyce, New York. Committee of appeals: Fred s. Christine, Philadelphia; Morris Adler, New York, and George B. Jones, New Orleanse.
The age-herald., 1899-08-18
ATHENS

Athens, August 17.-(Special.) )-Tom Lewis who met with a serious accident by falling from fast moving train near this place last Sunday night died last evening, never having regained consciousness.
 The old Confederate soldiers are holding their annual reunion today at Camp Ground Springs, two miles from Athens. There are not so many of them present as on former occasions and their ranks are thinning out very rapidly They have everything that is needful to make their encampment a success. Generous dona- tions by friends have made their annual eneampments delightful events.
The age-herald., 1899-08-18
Personal Mention

Colonel B. R. Bricken, of Crenshaw coun- ty, was in the city today, en route home from visit to Denver Colonel Bricken will probably become candidate for congress in the Second district to suc-
 Dr. Robert G. Patrick, president of the Judson institute al Marion, is in the city today
 J. H. Clancey, manager of Hotel Mabson left this morning for a trip to eastern re- sorts to regain his health. He has been confined to his room for several days,
 Private Secretary Cory is spending the week at his old home in Autauga county.
 W. R. Brassel, chief clerk in the health office, went to Birmingham this afternoon to pay off the quarantine officers. Alabama has not yet raised the quarantine against Vrgiina points. KERSH
The age-herald., 1899-08-18
A Small Shortage

Assistant Examiner Foster has filed with the governor report on the books, pa pers and accounts of Dr. J. A. McCreary, treasurer of the Southwest Alabama Agri- cultural and Experiment Station and Ag- ricultural school established by an act ap- proved February 21, 1893, from the begin ming of his term of office to August b, 1899. Mir Foster says:
 T find that Dr. McCreary has received from all sources during this period the sum of $i6,G215. and has disbursed on vouchers, approved by the auditing com mittee of the board of control, $42, ,412.S2. He has in the bank of Evergreen to his credit as treasurer the sum of $i,315.17 leaving q balance due the school of $lS203, which he is unable to account for
 Tn making this examination have al- lowed Dr. McCreary credit for all vouch- CTS claimed to have been paid, although quite number have been lost. did this because the evidence shows that the audit Ing committee had prev ously passed up- on and allowed said vouchers Dr. Nc Creary state under oath, in reference to the above, in substance as follows:
 l am unable to account for the amount Which the examina ton shows to be due. but think I must have misplaced one or more vouchers and failed to take credit for the same'
 Tn connection with these matters. de- sire to call your attention to the fact tha t under an act approved February 1, 1895. the city of Evergreen, Ala, sold bonds to the amount of $10,000 for the use of this school. receiving therefor the sum of $9.5OO, said sum being placed in the hands of the city treasurer to be disbursed as certified to him by the treasurer of the school. and counteTsigned by the chairman of the board of control, as required by said act. I find that the city treasurer paid out on such vouchers the sum of $9,i6l91. leaving balance of $359-1O0 due the school. Mr. John Hill, who was that time city treas urer, and who handled this fund, informs me that this balance was paid into the general qfund of the city on the order of tho mayor.
The age-herald., 1899-08-18
PECULIAR ACCIDENT
Mule Bit John Simmons and Ran Away
 With His Daughter

Gadsden, August 17.-(Special) )-John Simmons happened to peculiar accident todayS near Keener. He and his daughter were in buggy drawn by mule, which became frightened. MT. Simmons got out to lead the mule. when the latter com menced paving, and raised up, coming down on Mr. Simmons, hitting him ip the inead, cruising his chest and fracturing his skull. By some means Simmons got out of harms way, and the mule ran away, throwing Miss Simmons out and wounding her MT. Simmons is in serious condI- tion.
 william Hagen died today after two weeks illness from brights disease. He was a prominent citizen. having been in business here twenty years. He was senior member of Hagen & Proctor. foundry ard machinists, and was doing an excellent
The age-herald., 1899-08-18
Negro Who is Wanted for Murder

Sheffield, August 17.-(Special)-Jim Bea- chum, a negro laborer at the rolling mill, was arrested by City Marshal G. T. Nc Grager on the charge of murdering prom inent merchant in St. Louis, Mo, by the -name of Scotte on the 4th of July. After the murder Beachum made his escape from St. Louis and came to Sheffield, but was followed by Detective Walsh, who assisted City Marshal McGrager in locating him and making the arrest
 Beachum says he left St. Louis as he was afraid he would be accused of the mur- der, but claims he is innocent. Marshal McGrager did shrewd piece of detective work in locating Beachum, who is also ac- cused of highway robbery in Missouri.
The age-herald., 1899-08-18
NOTICE.

The board of revenue of Jefferson county will receive bids until Friday, September 1, 1899, at noon, for coal for the court house and aims house.
 Eight hundred to twelve hundred tons for the court house and three hundred tons for the aims house.
 Coal for the court house to be delivered at the court house, and coal for the aims house to be delivered at Cedar station on the line of the Birmingham Traction com pany.
 Parties may bid for lump, nut and run of mines; all to be free from dirt, slack, slate or trash.
 The board reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
 By ordes of the board of revenue
 FERGUS w. MCCARTHY, Clerk. S-1S-tf
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BEST YET!

Is the superior service that will be in- augurated by the Central of Georgia Rail- way company, commencing August IA, be- tween Birmingham and Savannah. Elegant through sleepers in both directions. Close connection is made at Savannah with all the steamships plying between Savannah New York, Boston and Baltimore.
 Following is the schedule both ways: Leave Birmingham 2:40 D. m, arrive Ope- lika 7:30 D. m., Columbus $40 D. m. Macon Il .50 D. m., arrive Savannah 6:05 a. m. Re- turning, leave Savannah p. m., arrive Rirmin gham 1:05 D. m.
 For further information, apply to Solon Jacobs, Commercial Agent; Jack w. John son, union ticket agent.
The age-herald., 1899-08-18
A SKILLED SPECIALIST
Dr. Woolleys Reputation Has Become
 International

People suffering with the opium and whisky habits should not be treated by a "quack." but by an experienced, skilled and successful specialist. Dr. B. M. Woolley, of Atlanta, Ga.. is perhaps the highest authority in this country on the treatment of these habits. Write to him, and he will advise you.
The age-herald., 1899-08-18
SUMMER RESORTS
EPSON SPRINGS

Forty-five miles northeast from Nashville, Tenn. Altitude, 1000 feet. This is one of the oldest and most noted of Tennessees health resorts. Send for analysis of the waters. and be convinced of their virtues.
 JOHN M. HOGAN. Epson. Macon County. Tenn. 6-30-eod-2 mo
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number of the citizens ask for his pardon. A boy of his age should not have been on the police force. His character is shown to have been excellent. He is in delicate health. Considering all these facts, let q pardon issue and let all his civil and po- litical rights be restored.p .,.f,
 Charles Alley, grand larceny, Jefferson county, November, 1897, ten years. Pa roled.
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7-s to 26

Parties desiring pleasant place to spend the summer should not overlook Asheyille. sarhe Land of the Sky" the mountains of the Carolinas and East Tennessee The Southern Railway offers special round-trip rates to summer resorts. Call at office. 2O1s First avenue. and get Southern Sum- mer Home Folder. e-2o-tf
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NATIONAL ENCAMPMENT, G. AR,

Philadelphia, Pa, September 4th9th, 1899.
 Reduced Rates Via Southern Railway
 On account of the National Encampment, G. A. R.. at Philadelphia, Pa, September 4th-9th, the Southern Railway will sell tickets from points on its lines to Phiadel- phia and return at very low rates. Tickets will be sold September 1st, 2nd and 3rd, limited to return September 18th. An extension of final limit may be obtained until September 3Oth by depositing tickets with the joint agent at Philadelphia be- tween September 5th and 9th, and on pay ment of a fee of 50 cents.
 For further information call on South ern Railway Ticket Agent.
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Grand Sacred Concert. 4 to 6 p. m. next Sunday at East Lake, by Memoli's peerless band. Take green, white and gold East Lake cars.
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Heredity

From the Philadelphia Record,
 Cholly-Do you suppose that your father would seriously object to me-aw-marry- ing you?
 Miss Pert-Well, if he's anything like me he would.
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business. He leaves a wife and three chill dren. The remains will be inferred Friday with Knights of Pythias honors.
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UNIVERSITY OF HIHBHMh.

University P. O., Tuscaloosa Co.,, Alabama. Fine Equipment-Able Faculty-Flexible
 Courses-Healthful Locality
 Beautiful Site. Expenses very low. Fall Term Opens octo- Der !, 1899. Send for Catalogue. d&w JAS, K. POWERS. President.
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EDUCATIONAL.
PREPARATORY SCHOOL.

Professor S. L. Robertson, one of old Jeff ferson's greatest educators, will open his school September l on North Highlands, limiting his class to thirty pupils. and mak- ing a speciality of preparing boys for col- lege. His great success as a teacher and educator are well known to all.
 7-31.1mo A. PUPIL.
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Some Pardons Granted

Ella Moore. murder, convicted Coosa cir emit court. October, 1898: sentence five years. Commuted to one year
 Calvin Peters, carrying concealed weap- ons. Montgomery county; sentenced to AO days; sentence to end September l.
 c. M. Cox, bigamy, Jackson circuit court, June 1898; two years. Pardon granted.
 Henry Milner, robbery, Butler circuit court, June, 1895, fifteen years. Pardon granted.
 Robert Manuel, grand larceny, Marion circuit court, August 1898, two years. Pa- roled.
 George Crane, grand larceny, St. Clair circuit court, October, 1898, two years. Pa roled.
 Henry or Harry Ward, grand larceny, Jefferson circuit court, July, 1898, three years. Paroled.
 Samuel Jenkins, grand larceny, Russell circuit court April, 1899. Pardon granted.
 Ben Mason, grand larceny, Wilcox cir cult court, bond forfeited of s2Oo. Forfeit ure set aside.
 Will Stallings, white. murder, Cullman circuit court. March, 1899, ten years. Par doned. Memorandum by governor: '"The defendant in this case, boy of IS, was acting as night policeman with the night marshal. They had prisoner in custody who was attempting to escape and the did The judge who tried the case reports that he does not believe that he intended to kill. A majority of the jury and great
The age-herald., 1899-08-18
GRAND MIDSUMMER EXCURSION
To New Orleans. La.. August 26, 1899, s4
 Round Trip.

There will be a special excursion train consisting of the very best equipped coaches, leaving the union passenger sta- ton, Birmingham, Ala, August 26, at D. m., for New Orleans, La. This train will leave Montgomery at 12:01 midnight of the same night and Mobile 7:3O a. m. Sunday, arriving at New Orleans at 1O:3O Sunday morning, remaining in New Orleans until II o'clock of Monday night, August 2S, making a quick run back. The fare for the round trip will be $4 from Birmingham and Mont and rates from the different stations and any other information, call on or address nearest agent of the Louisville and Nash vile railroad, or union ticket office, Bir- ningham, Ala.
 7-S to 26
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Death at CentreviIIe

Centreville, August 17.-(Special.) )-Gard- ner, the oldest son of Hon. s. D. Logan, died here this afternoon. He was a young man of promising attachments, and his death has cast a gloom over the town.
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Hoods Sarsaparila cures catarrh by scl- entifically attacking the disease through the blood
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Birmingham Seminary,

BIRMINGHAM, ALA. Boarding and Day School for Girls and Young Ladies. Next session begins September 6, 1S99 For Catalogue and full particulars ad- dress
 MISS LoULIE COMPTON. Prin.,
 1724 Fifth Avenue.
 1722 Fifth Avenue.