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AT AGE OF lO3
Mrs. Maggie Pendergrass Was Baptiz-
 ed by Immersion

Annston, June 26.-(Special.)-M Mag gie Pendergrass, aged 103 years was bap- tized in the Oxanna Baptist church yester- day afternoon by the pastor, Rev. F. G. Mullins, assisted by Rev. w. F. Mccain.
 Mrs. Pendergrass had been a Methodist all her life, but she says God called her recently to be baptized by immersion The church was crowded yesterday afternoon to witness the ceremony Mrs. Pendergrass has been bedrdden for some time on &C., count of her extreme age, and was so fec ble that she had to be baptized sitting in a chair yesterday. Rev. MT. Mullins got on one side of the chair and Rev. MT. Mccain the other and, picking it up, they carried it down into the pool where it and its oc- cupant were dipped gently under. The old lady stood the ordeal very nervily. Later she was carried home and put to bed. Mrs. Per.dergrass' husband died In 1S60 and since that time she has been supported by her three married daughters, one of whom is now 80 years old, another 78 and the other 76. Mrs. Pendergrass is very deaf, but can see and talk very plainly, and her mental faculties are quick and bright.
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ATIEiPT so CAP TURF JOHN
 SHEPHERD, THE RAPE PEND,
 CAME NEAR ENDING IN RIOT
Continued From First Page.l

young man had passed them on the road and on making some remark was slapped In the face. The blow was so heavy that he fell to the ground. At the time he was unarmed and could not defend himself. He came running to some of the local deputies with tears in his eyes begging for a gun. The request was granted but he was un- able to again find the negro who struck him.
 The posse was then ordered to get in the special car and go to Bossburg.
 Mingo Lewis, negro brakeman, who said he had seen John Shepherd this morning, was then taken along. He at first tried to run away, but was told that he would be shot if he attempted to escape.
 The train arrived in Blossburg within few minutes and the posse filed out. crowd of negroes were seen in front of one of the small stores and Captain O Brien led the crowd to this place.
 Sheriff Made a Speech
 He told these negroes to go and notify all the negroes in the neighborhood to come to the store, stating that he wanted to make them talk. A few of them soon arrived, and after forming the deputies into line Captain OBrien stood on the steps or the store and made a brief speech. He said in substance:
 "What I want to say is for the benefit of the negroes, as well as the white people. I came here today and found an armed body of negroes. I ordered them to disperse and they acted very sulenly. One of your race has committed heinous crime and we shall do our best to catch him. If we suc- ceed he shall be protected, and I ask you, as law abiding citizens, to help me. If you attempt to take him from the officers and violate the law you see what you will have to confront (pointing to the deputies). If necessary all the white men in Jefferson county will be brought here to preserve og- der"
 The deputies were then ordered back to the car After waiting few minutes for some of the men who were still on the mountain, the train pulled out for Birming- ham.
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ANNISTON
Probate Judge of Clay Wins the Dam
 age Suits

Anniston, June 26.-(Special) al)-Attorney s. w. Bowie, of the firm of Knox & Bowie, has just returned from Lineville. Clay county, where he represented Probate Judge Whatley, who was defendant in number of very peculiar and unusual suits. Judge Whatley was alleged to have made over-charges in a large number of in- stances for recording mortgages and other papers filed for record by the plaintiffs, in that he had charged for recording the en- dorsements on the backs of the papers. There were sixty-four of the cases. The amount involved was only about nine cents in each case, but in the event of conviction the judge would have been subject to mini mum damages of $50 in each case, and the aggregate amount of damages asked was some $4000. The cases came up before a justice of the peace and the entire sixty four were decided in ono day, and in favor of the defendant. The costs which had to be paid by the plaintiffs, amounted to about $1,500.
 The new Catholic church of the Sacred Heart is about completed and will be dedi- cated next Sunday. Bishop Edward P. Allen, of Mobile, and other Catholic nota- bles will participate nsthe ceremonies. The church, which is located at the corner of
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IN THE COURTS
A frst<A LEann
Special Judge Powell Sentenced Twen-
 ty Prisoners

Special Judge Charles B. Powell of the criminal court yesterday finished up his last weeks work by passing sentence upon twenty prisoners who had been convicted during the week, as follows: Andrew Jackson and Tom Williams, as- sault with intent to rob; eight years each in penitentiary.
 will Ingram white, burglary and grand larceny dwo cases) eight years in peni- tentiary.
 Duke Reed, white, miscegenation; two years in penitentiary.
 John T. Thomas, assault with intent to murder; two years in penitentiary. Will Hudson, burglary and grand lar- ceny; eighteen months in penitentiary. Charles Howard, grand larceny; fifteen months in penitentiary.
 Will McAlpine, burglary; thirteen months in penitentiary.
 The following persons were sentenced to hard labor for the county:
 Burt Carlisle, grand larceny; four years. Sentence was suspended, pending an ap- peal.
 Will Johnson, grand larceny; two years Charles Lee, grand larceny; two years Charles Williams, grand larceny; one year.
 George Long, assault and battery; six months.
 Joe Mitchell; six months.
 Wesley Smith, burglary and grand lar ceny; one year.
 Alex Hammond, same; two years. Dick West, petit larceny; forty days. Walker King, same; sixty days. Annie Jones, adultery; 100 days. Ed Nelson, grand larceny; one year.
 Circuit Court
 In the circuit court yesterday juries for the week were organized as follows: Jury No. 1.-J. D. Baggett, s. H. Bucka- lew, K. 8. Ward, J. H. Schley. c. s. Price.
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FOR SALE.

$70O0O-51x135, 18th St. between H and l. $1, 300. .O0-Lot 25x100, End Ave, between 16th and 17th Sts. near the new opera house. s, 900. .O0-5Ox10O, N. W. corner End and 17th. S, ,OOO.0 .00-3 lots 50x190 each; 5 houses; cor ner Ave. G and 27th St. s50OO-Lot 100xf90 new six-room cottage near Owenton college. s75O0O-3 lots, corner Ave. c and 29th St.. a big bargain.
 s, 300. .O0-7-room house, 11th Ave. south. In splendid condition. $1, ,5O0. .00-A well established school house and lot in splendid location on South Highlands. $1, 500. .00-Four 4-room houses, 3rd Ave. Rent ed for $24.00 per month.
 ANNOUNCEMENT
 We represent te North British and Mer- cantile, and the Royal Exchange Assurance of England, and we respectfully solicit your Fire Insurance business, and guarantee satisfaction.
 CHICHESTER, YANCEY & ORR, Telephone 606. 2009 1st Ave.
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CUP CHALLENGER
 IS LAUNCHED Shamrock GIides Into the Water
 at MilIWaII.
C0LLIDES WITH A BARGE
Lady Russell Christened the Yacht With Bottle of Champagne, Saying God Bless You;
 Gooa Luck to You"

London, June 26.-Sir Thomas Liptons cup challenger Shamrock was launched to- day al o'clock at MillWall.
 At Il o'clock 800 workmen completed the preparations for the launch and the occa- sion was observed as a general holiday. On little spot among the forest of masts mailing from every quarter of the globe, large tent gaily decorated with flags was erected opposite the yacht which stood on the slips, ready for the water and flying stars and stripes and union jacks. Crowds of people who had no chance of seeing any thing out of the ordinary assembled during the morning in the vicinity of the yard and attachments of police appeared to preserve order.
 From the river little could be seen except the stern of the yacht where in bright gold letters, shone the name Shamrock"
 Previous to the launch Sir Thomas Lip ton gave a luncheon at the Savoy hotel to the guests invited to the ceremony. They included Admiral Lord Charles Beresford, the Marquis of Dufferin, the Earl and Coun- tess of Clanwilliam, Lady Russell of kilo- wen, the Hon. Lillian Russell, the Hon. Schomberg Kerr Mcdonnell, principal pri- vate secretary to the Marquis of Salisbury; Sir George Faudel-Phillips, former lord mayor of London, and Lady Phillips, Her bert Gladstone, Major Sharman Crawford, the Hon. ". Walsh, and II. M. McGilldow- ny, the last three representing the Royal Ulster Yacht club.
 After the usual loyal toasts Admiral Beresford proposed the success of the Shamrock and briefly sketched the strug- gle of times gone by and SIT Thomas Lip tons gallant entry into the breach and challenge for the cup Then the admiral, in breezy style, raised his glass and said.
 Now we come to the last scene but one. May the Shamrock win fair, square race, and may she have the additional ballast Of the Americas cup when she returns"
 The guests heartily raised their glasses in response and the owner of the Sham rock modestly replied with few words of thanks.
 After lunch the party drove to Samudas Yard in two coaches. Admiral Beresford driving the first. They were the object of much attention while proceeding down the Thames embankment and through the city and Whitechapel.
 Lady Russell christened the yacht with the customary bottle of champagne, say ing: x : as
 T christen you Shamrock. God bless you. Good luck to you. May you bring back the cup"
 Three cheers were then given, and on signal from Lady Russell the boat and the cradle then glided safely into the water. After the launch the party assem- bed into the adjoining tent and had tea. The health of the Shamrock was drunk and congratulatory speeches were made.
 As the Shamrock reached midstream, from the slips a barge collided with her, striking the yachts bow above the water line aha making big dent.
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1.-THE OLD RELIABLE"

Louisville and Nashville Railroad, the
 Official Route to Detroit, Mich. The Louisville and Nashville railroad has been decided on by the Young Peoples Society of Christian Endeavorers of Ala bama as the official route to the national convention to be held in Detroit. Mich, July 5-10.
 The above mentioned road has arranged a one-fare rate for the round trip for all that go along, tickets to be sold July 3, 4 and 5. limited good to return until July 20, 1899. An extension of this limit can be secured until August 15, by depositing tickets with joint agent in Detroit not later than July 12. For further informa- tion regarding sleeping car reservations, rates, route,. etc., call on or address any Louisville and Nashville agent, or
 R. F. BEASLEY,
 Passenger Agent, 6-22-td Birmingham, Ala.
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2. w. Acton, Richard Teague, H. O. Adams, A. J. Hubar, J. w Nichols, IT,, J. w. Holmes, J. J. Goodwin. .,- ...
 Jury Mo- 2.-George Acton, GeeEge II. Estes, Solon Jacobs, Sam Norton, c. L. Fletcher c. c. Stamps, w. D. Sims, John McCaffery, J. l.. Johnson, F. M Dansby, D. McRea, A. J. Tarrant.
 The case of McNamara Bros. vs. Cohen & Moore was taken up and is on trial. Judgments were rendered as follows: The First National bank of Birmingham vs J. c. Kyle and R. D. Burnett & Co.,; $456. Alonzo Wood vs. W. 8. Blue; $100.
 City Court s4 Judge Senn heard several chancery cases in the second division of the city court.
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MUCH EXCITEMENT
 LIN BIRMINGHAM
Negro from Brookside Arrested Here Arter He Had Purchased
 Rifle.

The first telegram received by Sherln o,Brien yesterday morning from Blossburg indicated that there was going to be seri- ous trouble in that vicinity. It stated that John Shepherd, who on last Wednesday evening assaulted Mrs. Monroe Jones, near Corona. had been located, and that the negroes were arming themselves to prevent his capture.
 Immediately there was activity at tho sherin's office. Deputy Sheriffs Waldrop, Ball, Burgin, Hllhouse and Daily were fur- inshed with heavy arms, and under con- mand of the sheriff they caught the first train for the scene of threatened conflict. They got away shortly after Il o'clock
 When the posse had had time to reach their destination a message was received from Sheriff OBrien for reinfol cements. Captain Morson of Troop D hurriedly got together twenty-five men and left on an- other special at 2:So o'clock. They carried carbines and cavalry revolvers with 100 rounds each.
 No further news was received and things settled down in a state of suspense. Ten men were retained at Troop D's armory, awaiting another call
 All kinds of rumorS were floating about the city Excitement ran high and sensa- tional messages received from Blossburg. probably instigated by excitable parties, made many citizens fear for the posse of officers.
 At one time news was being circulated around to the effect that Sheriff OBrien had talked to the negroes who refused to disperse and bore a most sullen attitude. message saying that mob of seventy-five armed white men from Jasper were going toward Cardiff bent on lynching the negro in- creased the fear because it was known that in this event he and his band would be placed between two fires.
 Crowds stood around the army in Third avenue and five hundred men would have quickly responded to go to the sheriffs as- sistance.
 An Armed Negro Arrested Matters were in this condition when negro carrying a Winchester rife and with his pockets bulging with cartridges was arrested by officers Donelson, Culpepper and McCullom. He came in from Brook side on an afternoon freight train and went straight to a pawn shop. He emerged carrying Winchester and fully one hundred rounds of cartridges. He talked loud and boasted of what the neg roes were going to do at Brookside. The officers noticed his action and when he was questioned he admitted that he was from Brookside and was going to the rail- road yards to catch train back. He was promptly disarmed and locked up in the city jail. His prompt arrest probably saved him from rough treatment.
 This incident soon spread and only inten- sified the excitement.
 When the special train with the Birmfng- ham contingent arrived here at 7:15 and the news given out that all was quiet the situa- tion was relieved.
 Sheriff OBrien said that he thought all parties had cooled down, and unless some overt act was committed by a thoughtless person there would be no further trouble.
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He left the situation in charge of the sher- if of Walker county
 The members of Troop D who went to Brookside were as follows:
 Captain Morson, J. w. Warnock, G. W. Jones, Carl Hickman W. G. Reeves, Gus Ellard, w. T. Parker, J. E. Norman, Charlie Baden, D. P Smith, F. D. Cruse, S. c. Shugart, Paul Freeman, J. A. Brown, Malcolm Stewart, A. J. Long, J. M. Thomp- son, w. c. Schoppert Frank Gafford, J. D. Bryan Robert Ingall, Samuel Harris, Tom Cason, James D. Smiley. Frank Willis, D. A. Penn, J. B. Marshall.
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REAL ESTATE
HOW TO MAKE MONEY.

IF THOSE who are seeking safe and prof. table investment for either few hundred or a few thousand dollars will visit the growing town of Ensley and carefully contemplate the fact that actual provis- ion is practically made for the employ ment, at fair wages. of more men than were engaged by all the manufacturing plants in Jones valley at the time Bir- mingham had her greatest real estate boom, they will not hesitate to avail themselves of the opportunities offered. We have several interesting matters in this connection that we will gladly ex- plain to those desiring information on this subject. Correspondence is respect fully solicited, and all are invited to call at our Ensley office.
 6-9-2mo A. R. DEARBORN & co.
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handsome one
ONE FARE ROUND TRIP

To Cincinnati, Account of Saengerbund,
 Via A. G. s. R. R.
 On account of the Triennial Convention North American Saengerbund, the Ala. bama Great Southern Railroad will sell tickets from all points to Cincinnati and return at rate of one fare. Tickets on sale June 26 and 2; final limit July 9.
 Double daily service in both directions, No. leaving Birmingham 5:55 a. m., reaches Cincinnati same evening at 7:30; No. leaving Birmingham at 4:15 p. m., arrives at Cincinnati next morning at 7.45. Free reclining chair cars Chattanooga to Cincinnati on this train. Pullman sleepers on all trains.
 Call on R. M. Ellis, T. P. A., 2o19 First avenue for detailed information. 6-7-td
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6-22-td
REDUCED RATES

To St. Clair Springs and Return-Round
 Trip, 95 Cents
 Effective Saturday, June 8, and continuing to and including Sunday, September A, 1899, tickets will be sold from Birmingham to St. Clair Springs and return on Satur- days and Sundays, good to return on fol- lowing Monday, at rate of 95 cents.
 For further information call on ticket agent union depot, or R. M. Ellis, T. P. A. 2019 First avenue. 6-7-tf
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INVESTMENTS.
6 % NET AND SAFETY

Is what can be had for idle money by taking paid-up stock in the Jefferson Co. Building & Loan Association. Interest paid in cash each July and January.
 Write for booklet telling all about 1t. Jefferson Co. Building & Loan Assn,
 Birmingham, Ala.
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York, June a.-At Livingston, Ala, this evening, Livingston and York base ball teams crossed bats. The game resulted: Livingston, g.; York, Il.
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The Expansion Atlas up to da'e free to every new sub sclibsr 10 the Daily Age Herald.
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Louisville Took Series

Louisville, Ky. June 8.-By winning the game today Louisville took the series from Washington. Fred Clarkes steal of homo
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while the pitcher held the ball was the featpse. Attendance. 9,O00. Score: R H E Louisville. ..... II DO 2 0 2 DO 1-6 10 3 Washington. .. D. 70 1000101 O. Il
 Batteries Woods and Powers; Dineen and Ruflar
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BASE BALL.
NATIONAL LEAGUE
Orphans Beat Superbas

Chicago, June 26.-Dunn was put In in the seventh, but 1t did not stop the hitting, three singles and a triple being made off of him in succession. Score: R H Q Chicago. .. .. .. 1000 023o"-6 Il 3 Brooklyn... =. =. 70 0 0 0 30020-5 g 1
 Batteries: Callahan and Donahue; Dunn, Yeager and Farrell.
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Bates wldness Lost for Cleveland

Cleveland, O., June 26.-The wildness of Bates lost the game for the home team. Score: R H 10 Cleveland. .. .. .. 70 401020 O. F 1 New York =. =. 70 50101 1 +-10 g 4
 Batteries: Bates and Schreckengost; Get tig and Warner.
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The Peerless will open tomorrow. If you wish to see the handsomest sample room in the south stop in.
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Go to Asheville, N. C., for the summer. An elegant place to spend your summer va- cation.
 Call at Southern railway, or A. G. s. of- flee No. 2019 First avenue for further in- formation. 5-25-tf
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WANTED-If you have a hard time get ting married join our Press Club, and we will press your suit for $1 per month. Brooks Tailoring Co.,, 191419 2d avenue. 6-25-3t
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WANTED-To borrow sl GOO for two years on s4,000 choice city property Address T. O., care Age-Herald. 6-25-tf
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Subscribe for the Daily and Sunday Age-Herald, SIC per month, delivered to any ad- dress.
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WANTED-30 carpenters. 10 breklayers, at once to come to Riderville, Chiffon coun- ty, Ala; job will probably last two months; good wages. Apply to D. B. Jackson Lumber Co.,, Rideryille, Ala. 6-25-3t
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Roston nnd Pittshurg Break Exen

Pittsburg, Pa, June 26.-Boston took the first game because Pittsburg made costly errors. Pittsburg won the second because Kileen's old comrades found him easy. Score:
 First game R H 10 Pittsburg... ..... ...2 010411 o-10 1T 4 Boston,. .. -. =. 70 , 0 1 0-12 15 4
 Batteries: Hoffer, Gardner and Bower man; Willis Lewis, Hickman and Clarke.
 Second game R II D GittSDurg... ...0 U U U 1 ~- o 13 Boston... ... -. =..0 000100 o. 1 Batteries: Leever and Schriver; Kileen and Bergen,
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WANTED-Three or four gentlemen to oc- cupy two front rooms. Apply at 716 Esd street 6-25-27-2S.
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WANTED-2 furnished rooms, with use of bath for gentlemen; state location and price Address z. NJ. care Age-Herald. 6-25-2t
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WANTED-Colored man, sober and trust worthy, to prepare for travelling; salary to begin. Enclose stamped envelope. John Card, 356 Deal born, Chicago. 6-25-3t
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Rain Knocked Them Out
York Defeats Livingston

St. Louis June 26-Todays game post poned on account of rain.
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NAMED.

WANTED-The handsome double brick residence No. 1920 and 1922, 9th avenue, has been thoroughly renovated and refit- ted by new lessee; elegant room and board at reasonable price for the summer. WANTED-Position as house boy or porter by polite, industrious and worthy young colored man. Apply. Taylor Smith. Will son-Brown hospital. 2220 4th avenue. WANTED = Agents Grams magnificent twentieth century map of the United States and world just ready Largest and most beautiful man publication ever print ed on one sheet Shows all recent changes. Price low. Exclusive territory. Big profit to statesmen. Address Hudgins Pub Co, Atlanta, Ga.
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1.-THE ALABAMA HoMEa HAS s25.oOo TO loan to build houses on vacant lots. The limit of cost is smaller in this associa- ton than in any other company. Apply ". V. M. Robertson, G. NJ, 2O09 First ave 6-16-1m
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WANTED-To buy or hire for the summer good horse for surry. c. L. Steele, 7ls North 20th street 6-25-4t
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WANTED-To purchase life insurance pol icies in old line companies: will in most cases pay more than issuing companies for surrender. Address Policy, Care Age Herald 6-13-tf.
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IOST-The finder of Alaric The Age-Her- aids large black and white St. Bernard dog, will please return him to The Age Herald office at once. 6-23-tf
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FOR SALE. -~@~~>-~-~-~~~~~-~-~-~~~~ ROLL TOP DESK for sale. A. R. Dear born. b-6-u
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WANTED-You to call for M & c. Dc cigar 5-27-25t
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LOST

LOST OR STOLEN-Male black and tan r ratter, two scars, one on right front paw. the other on left side. Reward of $2500 if returned to Blanche Bernard, 2d alley 6-oA-4t
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THE residents of the North and South Highlands are notified that the electric current which formerly ran at night only, is now on day and night for the accommodation of those who wish to use fans and lights. For particulars tele- phone g57 or call at office. corner Powell avenue and Nineteenth street. Consolf- dated Electric Light Co. tI
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MISCELLANEOUS

FITRNISHED ROOM-In business part of city to rent to gentleman Address. Room q 1141b 2lst street city, or call at same.
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FOR RENT-6-room cottage at 1923 14th av- enue. South; large lot, new barn, clstern, etc Telephone 1177 or address Owner, box TOO, city. 6-6-tf FOR RENTING rooms, 5o2 North 18th street. o-Io-6l
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SHOE SALESMAN-Profitable position IS open for a man of first-rate ability to sell for shoe factory whose product is firmly established and widely advertised
 On commission Both road and shoe ex- perience necessary. Address, with refer ence Box 2239. Boston, Mass. 6-27-7-1O
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Big profit to salesmen Address, Hudgins Pub. Co.,, Atlanta, Ga
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VALUABLE coal and farming lands for sale by c. c. Vandegrift, of Montevallo, A1o 6-2-1 mo.