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The age-herald., 1899-03-26
FIRST FESTIVAL.
Jewish People Are Observing the
 Passover.

"Pesach," or passover, the first and most important of the three great annual festi- vals of the Jewish church began at sum- down yesterday, and is being observed by Isrealites throughout the world.
 Services were held at Temple Emanuel, corner of Fifth avenue and Seventeenth strets, at o'clock by Rabbi Morris New field, and also at the Synagogue of Kress Isreal congregation, 521, N. Twenty-second street.
 The principal service of the festival will be held this morning at 10:30 o'clock when Rabbi Newfeld will deliver sermon ap- propriate to the occasion.
 The festival was instituted by Moses in commemoration of the Israeltes from Egyptian bondage and is celebrated for eight days, from the 17th to the Fist Of the month of Nissan inclusive. The first and last days of the festival are kept holy, with prayer thanksgiving and other ceremonies, and during the whole period "Matzos' or unleaven bread is eaten, emblematic of the nasty retreat of Isreal into the wilderness when they took the unleaven dough which they carried with them and baked 1t in the sun.
 According to ancient lore, on the evening Of the 14th the Passover lamb was killed by the head of the family, and the blood was sprinkled on the doorsill as mark of Q1Stlnctlon tO tile anger oi uca'h' "ho pass ed through the land of the Egyptians slay- ing the first born in every household ex- cept the Jewish home, which were pass ed over, on the night proceeding the exo- dus from Egypt
 An interesting home service is observed in connection with the festival, called the "Sedar' or Passover supper, at which of ferings symbolic of the principal events historic of the trying times are explained according to a universal ritual. more es- peciaiy to impress the young with the import of the festival.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
BRYAN AT HOT SPRINGS.
Conference of Democratic Leaders Will
 Take Place Today or Monday.

Hot Springs. Ark, March 25.-William J. Bryan, of Nebraska, and Ex-Governor William J. Stone, of Missouri, arrived in Hot Springs this evening and have taken connecting apartments at the Eastman ho- tel Mr. Bryan lectured at the opera house tonight and an important conference of free silver leaders, 1t is expected, will take place tomorrow or Monday.
 Senator Mantle and Senator Pettigrew of South Dakota, silver republicans; Ex- Senator Debois, of Idaho, and Ex-Senator John H. Reagan, of Texas, slipped into Hot Springs yesterday and the day before unannounced. John c. Sheehan, Tam many's leader, who has been here for some time, postponed his return to New York for a week for the purpose of meeting Messrs. Bryan and Stone.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
THE HApERDAsBER

One year ago I bought this tie
 CTis a daisy" now as them, got this tie on Twentieth street. From a MAN among the men. Three years ago I bought this shirt, CTis now as good as new), And I'll tell you where I got 1t
 Before these rhymes are through. l bought a Miller twelve months ago (The fit, I think 1 feeD, But fell asleep where l should have not And let some fakir steal it. l bought another just as good;
 The price was fair, in reason, And should live three winters more I'll buy one every season. "Pray tell me where you get these goods, And 1 will buy me lots.'' Simple fool" l kindly said
 From MT. Simon KlotZ." Now, kind friend, when you want the best And never have cause to regret it, Simon keeps it all the time
 And Klotz's the place to get it.
 ''* JOHN A. PERRY.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
OTIS EKPEDITIONARY FORGE
 CONTINUES ITS RAPID ADVANCE
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 on the military map, was made up of the First Nebraska, First South Dakota, First Wyoming, First Colorado and Battery B, of the Utah artillery. Otis command on the left was made up of the Twentieth Kansas, First Montana, Tenth Pennsylva- mia, battalion of the Twenty-third in- fantry and Battery A, of the Utah artillery. These are the troops, with the additional force of Wheatons and some recent ar- rivals, possibly not yet reported. which have sustained the brunt of the action today.
 With this approximate disposition of the forces, Major Simpson took the official dis patch of General Otis and the more de- tailed reports brought by the Associated Press and pointed out the probable line of action today. It began with MacArtuhr's moving rapidly northward to Novaliches, passing the insurgent forces on the left. On reaching there MacArthur turned sharp ly to the west intending to make forced march of about seven miles to Pelo (given as Polo in dispatches.) By this movement MacAruthurs forces carried outside of the insurgent base of operations. This base is at Malabon, midway between McArthur forces at Pelo and the command forces of H. G. Otis and Wheaton at Caloocan. Thus the rebels are f1anked and between two strong bodies of American troops
 Bhy Cutb Ou netTeat
 To the very west of them Is Manila bay cutting off retreat in that direction and to the east the forces of Hall Cor Hale) as reported by General Otis are "demonstrat- l. ing in order to forbid an insurgent move- ment towards the east. They are thus left between the main bodies of American troops and must engage either one or the other. It is General Otis plan as shown by his dispatch, to have the brigades of Wheaton advance towards those of Mac Arthur, thus gradually enclosing the rebels between two parallel lines until they are either crushed or made prisoners.
 The two opening forces appear to be rather evenly matched in point of numbers. the estimate of the American force north of the river being about 14C00, while Gen. eral Otis places the insurgents at about 12,0OO. Major General Otis is in supreme command directing the operations from a central telegraph station. The actual heid movements are being executed by Major General Macarthur, who Is in person lead- ing the brigade in It's decisive move to flank and surround the rebel forces. Have Crossed the Rubicon
 Los Angeles, Cal, March 25.-The fol- lowing cablegrams, sent today from Ma nila by Brigadier General H. O. Otis to the Los Angeles Times touching upon todays engagement, are self-explanatory:
 Manila, March 25.-To the Times, Los Angeles: Military brigade has pierced the enemy's country after brilliant achieve ment and severe engagement. The rebels were steadily pressed back all along the line. The battle is still in progress. Four brigades are engaged. The enemy is vain- ly attempting to make stand at Iahghah river 4O00 strong.
 (Signed) OilS,
 "Brigadier-General"
 "Manila, March 25.-1O:@.-To the Times: Crt the Rubicon.
 (SigneO OllS'
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
O'BRIEN'S LEASED
 BY NEW YORK FIRM
Said That KIaw and Erlanger
 Have It for Five Years
AT RATE $4,OO0 PER ANNUM
Intimated That if Lease is an Absolute Fact New House Will Be Built Name of Present Theatre
 Will Be Changed.

The statement was given to the press yesterday by Fl. D. Badham and A. l.. FulenTilder, present owners of OBriens opera house, that the property had been leased for term of five years by the firm of Klaw & Erlanger, the New York theatrical agency.
 A few days ago a member of the New York firm told correspondent of the Age Herald that the deal had not been closed. This statement was printed in The Age Herald yesterday morning. MT. Badham expressed great surprise at this. A letter had been received from the New York end saying that the conditions of the contract were satisfactory, and which went so far as to inquire of the probable opening date for the coming season, so that some suit able attraction could be secured. rumor has been current that the property would again change owners. What there is in this cannot be ascertained
 The price to be paid by Klaw & Erlanger is $4000 per year. Grambs & Theiss the present lessees, put in bid naming the same figures. Their lease expires in May. The owners of the house say most posi- lively that Klaw & Erlanger will then assume control and change the name from O'Brien's house to the Jefferson theater." 'tO' Brlen mas become a ndHe to Birmingham theater-goers and 1t will take the new name a long time to become popular
 May Mean New p House
 Several parties interested in the matter are yet reluctant to believe that deal has been consummated. It was stated yesterday that if Klaw Erlanger did lease the property, that it meant the builG- ing of new opera house. The gentlemen fostering the movement said that no de- tails could be given now.
 Should a new opera house go up it would mean hot contest between the two places of amusement. Many attractions always go to the new building, and upon this the new theater would depend in great meas ure for it's bookings. It is pointed out in this connection that the better class of attractions book through Klaw & Erlang- CTS agency, at the same time reservlns the right to name the house in which they play. Improvements are promised in the old opera house building, although the eX- act plans are not given
 Klaw & Erlanger have been the booking agents for the present opera house man. agement. They book their own attractions, numbered among which was Jack and the Bean Stalk,'' which came some months ago, and others. Many good attractions are also booked direct.
 The impression got abroad some time ago in theatrical circles that there would be a new theater in Birmingham. klaw & Erlanger, in a letter to parties in the city, confirmed this by intimating that the oet- ter attractions would go to the new house.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Clothing Department.

A very exceptional offer in Mems Spring suits:
 100 Mems Suits, in 12 different pat
 terns-Suit. =. .. .. ... ...$ 34, 50 Mems Suits in Black Clay
 Worsted-Suit... ..... =. =. 90. 4.9' 150 Mems Suits in Worsted in neat
 stripes and club check effects
 and fine velour cassimers, in
 broken plaids and overcoat
 weaves-Suit..... ... ..... ... ... 100 Boys washable suits in sizes from
 3 to 10 years old.... =. ... =. 25t Boys Crash suits in sizes from
 8 to 10 years old a,... ... ... ... 49t Boys Linen Suits, sizes from to
 10 years old at.. ... =. ... =. 70, Boys Linen Suits, sizes from g to
 15 years old, at... ... =. ... =. 1.2'
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Mis-. Mary c. Preston Dead

News has been received in this city of the sudden death of Miss Mary C. Preston at her home in Abingdon. Va Miss Preston spent over a year in Birmingham pursu- ing her study of instrumental music, and also taking shorthand at one of the busi- ness colleges It was her intention to go to the Boston Conservatory of Music this fall to finish her musical education.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Have Crossed the Rubicon
Declared His Successor

London, March 25.-The Vienna corre- spondent of the Daily Chronicle, conhrm- ing the report of the i'll health of the ameer of Afghanistan, says that his condition IS serious, that he has declared his son, HabiD Ollah Khan, his successor, and wliled nm two-thirds of his fortune.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Bob Burdett Marries

Los Angeles, Cal, March 25.-Robert J. Burdett, the humorist. and Mrs. Clara B. Baker, were married today at Pasadena. MT. and Mrs. Burdett will make their fu- ture home in Pasadena. where the humorist will fill the pulpit of the First Presbyterian church.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
The New White Goods.

Summer sewing is best done now; as the days lengthen the desire of this sort of work does not strengthen. That's why we buy white goods early; I; that's why we price them so tempt inly.
 200 pieces India Linon, in very
 sheer quality; worth 15c; at, per
 yard... ... =. JUG 100 pieces small check and stripe
 Dimities in variety Of pat
 terms, per yard, 1219c, 15c, 2Oc
 and. =. =. ... ... =. ... =. 25c 15 pieces English long cloth, F
 yar( to piece, at... .....$ l.2o 100 pieces Lonsdale Cambric, one
 yard wide, per yard... 1oc
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
KiplinR.s Condition Favorable

New York. March 25.-The condition of Rudyard Kiping was more favorable than yesterday. He continues to gain steadily and continually shows improvement.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Meeting of Edgewood Club

A called meeting of the Edgewood club will be held at the residence of Mrs. A. F.. Graham at Il o'clock Tuesday morning. Business of importance will be transacted.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
GRAND MILLINERY OPEN.
 ING

ING
 w. H. Burger & Co.,, suc- cessors to the Marcus Dry Goods Co.,, cordially invite the ladies of Birmingham and vicinity to their Grand Mil linery Opening on Thursday. Friday and Saturday, March 30, 31 and April l, at 1913 Second Ave. We have secured Miss Gates, of New York, as a special designer. She brings to Birmingham many new and original ideas. Our display of Paris patterns, together with our own special d. signs, com. plete one of the most charm. ing and exquisite ve vs of Spring Millinery that is Wor- thy the careful attention of every lady. Nature outrival- ed in the splendid di play Of beautiful Flowers. Ribb 3n and many soft, airy, gauz . misty something's so beautiful in Millinery.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Hosiery Sale

Everybody wears stockings. Every body wants to wear honest stockings This hosiery section of ours is. the pride of the store. Its success has selling at the closest margin of profit possible. Here are a few examples: Ladies' Seamless Hose extra heels
 and toes, high splced double
 soles; guaranteed stainless; 15c
 per pair or two pairs for... 25c Ladies prime Hermsdorf Black
 Cotton Hose, absolutely fast
 and stainless, high spliced heel
 and double sole, per pair. 19c Ladies' prime Hermsdorf Black
 Ingrain Lisle Hose, Rembrandt
 ribbed, per pair... 4sc Ladies' Hermsdorf Black Silk
 plated Hose, white tips, Rem
 brandt ribbed, per pair... ... ... 9Sc
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Travelling Trunks.

Covered with heavy oiled canvas, hardwood slats throughout (three on bottom), brass excelsior lock. with No. 4 bolts protected with heavy iron rosettes thoughout; deep set tray, with hat box, 2S- inch, $3.50; 30-inch, $4.32; 32-inch, = s4.50; 34-inch, $5; 36-inch... ... ...S 5.5
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Wash Fabrics.

A new shipment of Swiss Mulls, in stripes, plaids and floral de- signs, value 15c; very special this week, per yard... ... ... =. 1oc Tine Dimities this week, per yard. ... =. ... =. =. ... ... 12lkc Crash Suitings, Duck Suitings, also colored Linen Suitings, from 10c upwards.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Shoe Department.

Easter shoes for gents and ladies. We have them and invite your inspec- tion of the same. In style, finish, ap- pearance, and, most of all, wearing qualities, they are unsurpassed, and we feel safe in saying that we can show line of gents goods at 8 and $3.50 that are equalled by few of the s5 shoes shown in our city. Made in popular shades of Russian and Willow Calf and Black and Tan Vici.
 An inspection of these is all we ask.
 In Ladies' Oxfords we call attention to our $2.50 line, made on the latest lasts, cut from the best of Dongola Kid and flexible hand-turned soles-a combination of style, fit comfort and wear that you have never seen before at this price.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Farming Implements.

Dow Low Cotton Planter. ....$ $50 Brooks Cotton Planter... e. e. $50 Farmers Friend Planter... ..... 12.5o Combination Cotton and Plant
 ers... ... =. ... ... ...... =. ... 125o one-horse Oliver Plow... e. ... 400 Light 2-horse Oliver Plow..... ... 6.50 Medium 2-horse Oliver Plow..... 750 Large 2-horse Oliver Plow... ... 8.00 Three-horse Disc Harrow. ... .. A.0o Four-horse Disc Harrow. e. ... 5000 Captain Kidd Cultivator... e. ... 35.00 Flow Stocks. =. e. =. ... ... Csc Goose Neck Hoes... ... ... ..... 3oc Scovil Hoes... ... ... ... ... a.. 35c Grub Hoes... ... ,.. ... ... ..... 35c Mattock Hoes... ... ... ... ... 50c
 We carry the biggest line of imple- ments in the city.
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Meat and Lard

Armour's Hams, guaranteed, per
 pound... Sc Picnic Hams, to 10 pounds aver
 age, per pound... 6c 13 pounds nice Smoked Meat. ..$ 100 pounds best kettle rendered
 lard... ......S 1.U0 Bana Ham, best on earth, per
 pound... llf.c 50-pound can pure Leaf Lard....$ $50
The age-herald., 1899-03-26

after 25 years in constant practice has achieved an almost national distinction as the most reliable expert and successful Specialist in his line of work, which in- cludes all forms of Skin, Blood. Nervous and Private Diseases. He positively guar antees to cure Syphilis and Gonorrhoea of every stage and to restore vigor, stop losses and make strong again those who have made themselves prematurely weak md cures Structure without cutting or pain.
 His treatment for women who suffer from diseases peculiar to their sex Is wonderful fin It's potency for speedy relief and perfect cures.
 Treatment by mail to those who cannot come to office in person. Question List and Book sent on request. Consultations free.
 Confidential matters held forever invio- late.
 Best of bank and professional endorse ments furnished demand.
 PRESS CLIPPINGS.
 Birmingham Daily News: pr. Dozier Is a physician and surgeon of education, skill and experience, man of culture and high literary attainments, and gentleman, re- spected by all who know him. He can be relied on in all matters pertaining to his profession. Age-Herald: His Dr. Doziers) long ex-' perience and approved abilities entitle him to stand at the head of the medical pro-, fession. | Alabama Christian Advocate His (Dr. Dozier's) professional standing is unim- peachable and his character a gentle man and citizen Is above reproach.
 Address, DIR. O. T. DOZIER, Cor. Sd Ave. and 18th St. Birmingham. Ala
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Dr. O. I. Dozier SPECIALIST.

Cutaneous. ve- nereal, Nervous, Genite Urinary and all Chronic Diseases.
 Dr. Dozer Is . graduate in every department of the medical and sur gical sciences. and
The age-herald., 1899-03-26
Flour and Sugar

We handle the celebrated brands of
 flour, Spotless, Roller Champion,
 Magic, Tellico, Triumph and Uncle
 Sam, which we are offering at from
 S3.75 to-. ...$ 50J 19 pounds Best Granulated Sugar. 100 20 pounds Y. c. Sugar.. ... ... ... 100 21 pounds Brown Sugar ....... ... LOO
The age-herald., 1899-03-26

800 pieces Shirting Percales, guar anteed fast colors and perfect goods, about 50 patterns to se- lect from, per yard... =. ... =. 50 dozen Mems Soft Bosom Shirts in about 15 different styles, act ual value 50c, very special this day only, each... ... ... ... -. 100 pieces Turkey Red Damask, full 56 inches wide, about 15 pat terms to select from, per yard.
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-09-01
In TEARS AGAIN.
Dreyfus Yields TO His Emotions for
Second Time-Pays Tribute
Tn His Wife

RENNES, Aug. '3L-Dreyfus to-day had
the most trying day he has yet gone
through. The strain proved too great for
him, and for the second time in the course
of the trial he gave way to his feelings
and sought relief in tears. The generals
have branded him as a traitor before the
court their subordinates have pointed the
finger of scorn at him, but he only once
flinched-when the official report of his
treatment on DEVILS island was read be-
fore him, and the picture of his suffer-
ings. mental and physical. was thrown
vividly on the screen of his memory. Then
he hid his features and wept
He passed through another such crisis
to-day, when, after Captain Lebrun- Re-
nault and witness after witness had
brought before him that cold January
morning which ushered in the scene of
his degradation, Major Forzinetti, a man
OF heart, told, In simple words and un-
affected manner, the story of Dreyfus'
struggle with the maddening temptation
to take his life and the Intervention of his
wife, as an angel, pointing out the road
of duty. Then again the prisoners breast
heaved with emotion, and teardrops
trickled down his cheeks. He rose and,
after a forced effort to remain calm, as
he spoke a few words concerning his de-
NAL 10 Colonel Du Patty de Clam that he
wrote the bordereau. he turned to Forzin-
etti with a look of thanks for his consola-
tion so needed. Dreyfus then uttered these
words of heartfelt gratitude to his wife
for the courage with which she inspired
him:
1T is due to her" he cried, that am
alive to-day
The prisoner could articulate no more
hut sat down abruptly to conceal his dis.
tress.
The proceedings concluded a few min.
utes later and he was taken back to his
prison, where his wife visited him. and III
the presence of Nine. Dreyfus and the
Eendarme guard, he broke down complete
ly. The tension had been too much fol
him. He sobbed convulsively and the part
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-09-01

show, my words did not have the sense
evil minds have sought TO give them"
Major ForZinetti, who was governor or
the Cherche Midi prison during the time
Dreyfus was imprisoned there, and who
testified In behalf of Dreyfus, declaring he
had never heard of the confession Dreyfus
is said to have made, was the next witness
called. He repeated his testimony before
the court of cessation adding that he fre-
quently met Captain LeBrun-Renault and
Captain Dattel, and that neither of them
ever alluded to the alleged confession. The
witness declared that he once taxed Captain
LeBrun- Renauit, before General Gonse and
other witnesses with saying he had spok-
en- to the witness (Major ForzinettD OF the
confession and that Captain LeBrun-Re-
nault did not reply.
.'Whereupon," Major ForZinetu said, 81
seized his arm and said: If the words re-
peated as yours are true, you are an in
famous liar.r"
Major Forzinetti then declared that on
visiting General Boisdeffre to express fears
about the health of the prisoner, the gen.
eraI asked him his opinion of Dreyfus, and
the major replied: MY general, had you
not put that question to me 1 would have
kept my counsel. But, since you ask my
The witness then recounted Colonel Du
Patty de CLAIMS theatrical devices to sur
prise Dreyfus, to which Forzinetti de-
clined to be party and the major also
said that on one occasion when Dreyfus
was in a crisis of despair he. the witness,
remained with the prisoner. consolng him.
until > o'clock in the morning.
Colonel Jouaust asked Major .EorZinetti
If DreyfuS had ever talked of suicide and
Kansas City journal. [volume] (Kansas City, Mo.) 1897-1928, 1899-09-01
WOMAN JAILED FOR CONTEMPT
Railroad Company in the
| United States.

SAN FRANCISCO. Aug s1.-The only
woman president of a railway company in
the United States was formally committed
to the county Jail for five days for con-
tempt OF court by Judge Trout to-day.
The woman in question is Mrs. Annie
Kline Rikert. The railway corporation OF
which she Is the head Is the Stockton &
Tuciumne Railway Company.
Some time ago Charles Erickson, a con-
tractor, sued the company to recover sS,76;
for labor performed and material fur
nished. When the case came up for trial
on Monday, r. S. Clark, secretary of the
company, was ordered to produce the
books of the corporation in court On the
following day, he reported that the presi-
dent, Mrs. Rikert, declined to allow the
books to leave the companys office.
The court thereupon ordered Mrs. Rikert
to bring the books into court without fail
Mrs, .Rikert ignored the order and the
court fined her $3.50 for contempt and SEN
fenced her to Jail for five days.
Mr.. Clark was fined S25, with the alter.
native of five days confinement. Subse.
quently, Judge Trout remitted the fine i'm
posed upon Mrs. Rickert, but the commit
ment to jail was allowed to stand.