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Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-07-27
Japanese Pawnbrokers.


Pawnbrokers in Japan are not al
lowed to charge more than 100 per
cent upon their advances, enough. in
all conscience, it would seem to Eu-
ropeans, and yet not enough to satisfy
the gentry in question, who assert
that the rate is wholly inadequate.
The Japanese diet has been consider
ing the question OF abolshing this re-
striction.
1t appears that thousands In the
large towns who subsist by manual
labor find themselves constantly with
out money 10 pay their dinners. They
have enough left to pay for their
breakfast and bath. which they sell
dom neglect and which costs them
about one farthing, but dinner is be
yond their resources. Ii is their Gus
tom, therefore. TO put every day some
of their property in pawn in order to
buy the midday meal. and in the even
ing. when they receive their wages,
they redeem the pledged article, hay-
ing just enough left to pay for their
supper and breakfast This perform
ance they go through regularly six
days a week, so that the pawnbroker
has to make nearly 80 entries in his
books in the course OF the month.
The law lays down that only 8 cents
can be charged as interest on loan
Of cents for one year and, as most
of these dinner loans do not exceed
that amount, the pawnbroker has 10
make his 30 entries or so a month for
a sum of half cent.-London Leader.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-07-27

Don't Judge liquor by the fancy
bottle.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-07-27
ArbuckIes' Coffee
No. SO
Six handkerchief.

Six Ladies' Pocket Handker.
chiefs, hemstitched. colorsd bord-
ers, size Il Kl3inches. Sentpost-
paid on receipt of 2 cent
postage stamp and 20 size
natures cut from wrappers OF
Arbuckles' Roasted Coffee.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-07-27

When the moon is brought within
forty miles Of the earth by that Part.
telescope we may send Dewey over to
onnex her. Memphis Commercial-Ap-
neal
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-07-27

Robert. dear how do you SUPPOSE
those dozens and dozens of empty bot
ties ever got into the cellar?"
why, | don't know, my dear.
never bought an empty bottle Ia my
life. Harlem Life.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-07-27
For IL. Railway system.

Norway has voted $12,s64. 900 a year
for four years for the extension of the
Norwegian railway system.
Belding banner. (Belding, Mich.) 1889-1918, 1899-07-27

IL is estimated that the men of
treat Britain spend S25,00O,Ooo year
)u silk hats
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
Grand Opera at the Auditorium

For very much more than mere amuse-
ment Is Birmingham to be indebted appar-
emily to the Lambardi Italian Grand Opera
company, If reports concerning this aggre-
cation of foreigners is true Music is born.
in these Italians, for 1t has been the invl-
ronmerts of their forefathers for centuries.
They sing as freely and naturally as night
ingales In the beautiful old lyric operas
which they have heard from babyhood. and
the careful culture that has been given to
their natural beautiful voices, has served
to develop to the utmost their glorious free
dom and power of tone. 1t ds said there is
no better set of principals in the world, not
even that of the famous Grau company now
singing In Chicago, than that which consti-
tutes the Lambardi aggregation. 1t is an
organization Of remarkable voices and every
cast is more than adequately filed. and the
singingSof all is marked by a fresh and joy
Gus spohtaneity.a There Is not a faded or
worn voice amongst them. yaas Z ff.
| The music lovers Of Birmingham and ad-
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
~THE PLAY@

An audience which completely filled
O'Brien's opera house gathered last nght
to welcome the little favorite, Mabel Paige,
who opened a weeks engagement, Thurs
day excepted, with the Maxwell COMEDY
company Miss Paige has not been seen
in Birmingham in several years, and she
now returns a grown-up young lady and
a clever actress
The play presented was romantic mu-
steal comedy, entitled THE Little Cadet
which proved a splendid opening card, and
showed Miss Paige and the supporting
company to good advantage.
The lively little comedy is somewhat diff
ferent to the plays usually presented by
popular price companies, and with the mu-
sic and specialties furnished a splendid
evenings entertainment Quite a strong
plot kept up interest from start to finish
Miss Paige as The Little Cadet was ex-
cellent and acted and sang her part to
perfection. Mr.. Denning, Mr.. Raymond,
Mr.. Brown, Miss Amy Paige, Miss Har-
court, and, in fact, every member of the
cast took their parts well and kept things
moving. THE music was quite feature.
Miss Pages rendition of KIM 1t, Baby"
a popular rag time song, bringing down the
house.
Matinees will be given daily beginning
this afternoon at $50 o'clock. Prices 10
and 20 cents. An amusing comedy, enti-
tied "a Family Affair."" will be presented
this afternoon, and Miss Juliet" espe-
cially written for Miss Paige, tonight.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12

the entire performance went off with snap
and determination, not a moment being al
lowed to drag. -
The first part setting and work was thor
oughly up to date, and could scarcely have
been improved upon or made more salts
factory to the audience. The monologue
work of Harry Ward was exceedingly clev-
er, while Coburn and Baldwin, In the ex-
cellent musical specialties, and Wilson and
Leighton, In their buck and wing dancing.
were simply Immense"
All in all, the Barlow Ministries rank with
the best
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12

men. impediments to marriage. and all
forms of chronic, nervous, blood and pri-
vate diseases
EVERY FORM OF PRIVATE DISEASE
POSITIVELY CURED UNDER PLAIN
GUARANTEE.
Consultations at office or by mail are in
vited free. I-
Treatment by mail to parties who cannot
visit me. No written prescriptions; we fur
nish all medicines
Birmingham Daily News: '-The News
commends him CDR. Dozier) most cordially
to all those in need of his services"
Age-Herald: "IIis long record and APP
proved abilities entitle him to the proud
distinction of standing at the head OF his
profession"
Alabama Christian Advocate: 'TIis pro-
fessional standing Is unmpeachable, and
his character as a gentleman and citizen u
above reproach."
Office and Dispensary corner Third ave-
nue. and Nineteenth street, Birmingham,
g Ala, Va fsN1tf s1ff e-te 2 e 10 r9 =
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
Notice to Creditors.

District Court of the United States in and
for the Southern Division of the Northern
District of Alabama. In the matter Of
John r. Hays, bankrupt.
Take notice that the first meeting of
creditors of the above named bankrupt will
be held at my office in the United States
government building on the 23d day of De-
cember, 1899, at the hour of 10 a. m, at
which time and place you can appear, If
you see fit, and prove your claim and take
such action as the Bankrupt Act author
ICES. N. w. TRIMBLE,
Referee in Bankruptcy.
Birmingham, Ala, Dec. II, 1892
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
SACRIFICE SALE.

SACRIFICE SALE.
s7,0O0-1st avenue, 35x14O; brick.
$3800-Residence 2i20 1st avenue.
$2,00O-25x1S2, LIST avenue, between 22d and
23d streets.
S25, O00-5ox1S2, brick store; 1st avenue.
$15,000--story brick, 2026 I'd avenue.
81, OO0-3-story brick, 21o9 I'd avenue.
$26, 00O-2O12 and 2014 Sd avenue: 50x140
$40, 0OO-50x140, Sd avenue, between 18th and
18th streets
81, OoO-b Ox14O, Attn avenue, between 18th and
10Th streets.
81, 5o0-Residence, 9Th avenue between 10th
and goth streets.
81, 175-Avenue and 26th street; 1O0x14o.
s6250-100- foot lot, 9Th avenue.
sc, 000-Residence, 7th avenue.
81 ,250-Residence, corner Avenue G and 18th
street
s5,250-Brick residence, Capitol park.
81 ,250-Vacant lot, Avenue II.
$4250-100x240; seven houses; Avenue II.
81 ,s50-4Ox19O, residence, Avenue H.
s., 250EResidence, Highland avenue
81 O5oAReside Avenue /; 63x156.
$20OO-1O-room residence, I'd avenue.
s2.5O0-Avenue d, between 18th and 18th
streets; houses.
s15,OoO-Corner Sd avenue and 18th street.
North. w. b. LEEDY o.,
Agents
Phone AZ. 112 North 21st Street.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12

joining cities, if they only knew 1t, are to
be congratulated upon having this rare OPP
portunity to hear so strong a company and,
to witness such a complete and elaborate
production of real grand opera as will be
presented next week. The enterprise Of
Manager Thesis Of the Auditorium in hav-
ing secured this company should. and
doubtless will be greatly appreciated and
taken advantage of by the public.
This remarkable aggregation of italian
singers will be in the city for three nights
only, commencing Monday, December IS,
and 10 have chance to hear real grand
opera outside of Chicago or New York Is
not one that should be lightly looked upon.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
Notice to Creditors.

District Court of the United States In and
for the Southern Division of the North
ern District. of Alabama. In the matter
of William NJ. Lindsay, bankrupt.
Take notice that the first meeting of
creditors of the above named bankrupt
will be held at my office in the United
States government building on the 23d day
of December, 1899, at the hour of 10 a. M, at
which time and place you can appear, If
you see fit. and prove your claim, and take
such action as the Bankrupt Act author
ICES, N. W. TRIMBLR,
Referee In Bankruptcy.
Birmingham. Ala, Dec IL, 1899.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
Mrs. WinsIow.s Soothing syrup

Has been used for over FIFTY YEARS by
MILLIONS of MOTHERS for their CHILL
DREN WHILE TEETHING. with PER-
Feet SUCCESS 1t SOOTHES the CHILD,
sOFTENS the GUMS. ALLAYS all PAIN;
CURE WIND collie, and Is the best rem
edy for DIARRHOEA. Sold by druggists
In every part of the world. Be sure and
ask for Mrs. Winslow's Soothing Syrup"
and take no other kind Twenty-Five cents
q bottle ,7
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
At the Auditorium

Minstrelsy, in all that the name implies,
was presented at the Auditorium last night
by the great Barlow aggregation to a large
and highly delighted audience. 1t is doubt
full If better company of black-faced ar
lists has ever visited Birmingham. q ~
Every feature was clean and clever, and
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
BaldWin-MelvIlle CompanY to- DALLAS

The Baldwin-Melv1he company left SUM-
day afternoon over the Alabama Great
Southern for Dallas, Tex, where they are
booked for the week.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
"By the Sad Sea Waves"

Among the prominent engagements at
o'Brien's opera house will be the heralded
appearance of those merry-makers, Math-
ews and Bulger, in the latest version Of
their funny play, "By the Sad Sea Waves"
which will be presented next Thursday
night. =.
Their latest effort is conceded to be by
all odds the best vehicle they have ever had
for the display of their versatility
Dunns & Ryley have given 1t scenic in
vestiture, while the costumng is considered
lavish, and the company engaged one Of the
best procurable. -- eA
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
Christmas.

A set Of Kipling's books. Nothing better
Cut out the coupons and present at Age.
Herald office.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
DIR. 0. T. DOZIER
SPECIALIST,
GenitO Urinary
Surgery.


Surgery.
Cutaneous and
venereal d diseases.
All delicate dis
orders of sexual
organs and pei
vic viscera Of
men and women.
Cystitis, structure,
sexual weakness.
prostititis. irreg-
ularitieS of Wo.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12

( Call and see them. No offer ever equaled
this one. A rare opportunity. Secure your
coupons each day. i2e'' p sstti-a'-, -
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
HELP WANTED


WANTED-A few good, reliable, sober and
Industrious men for writing and collecting
industrial insurance; married men pre-
ents, Supt. 12-10-3t
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
MlnHKNt..1

puts life into the human frame, wakens the
mind to activity. The wonderful product
of that wonderfti concern, the Anheuser-
Busch Brewing Assn.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12

FOR SALE.
ssoo-will buy over $500 $. (. feet inside
corporation city.
$9,000--Will buy elegant brick house, No.
2213 5th avenue; terms reasonable
Property in ressemer, Ensley, Pratt and
suburbs. Will pay cash for a we'll rented
property or large vacant lot If ocation,
etc, suits. Lots at Ensley. Terms rea-
sonable. Call at office and see map.
N. H. SEWALL,
Phone S02 Office 200i Sd ave.
10-13-tf
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12
KILLINGS Works.

Godden's drug store-bulb headquarters
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12

Flower bulbs at Godden's. 1..Iu-in.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12

Flower bulbs and pot. Godden.s.
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12

FOR RENT.
Store room 1903 I'd avenue, next to the cor
nsr and opposite postoffice. All of these
stores are less than a block from the new
opera house
W. A. SMITH,
1916 9Th avenue. or 1904 I'd avenue
6-20-tf
The age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1897-1902, 1899-12-12

WINTED@stocks Of any or ali Of the Biz
mingham banks. $25, 900 to lend on central
business property and first-class resi-
dences at per cent. H. F. Wilson & Co.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26
NEW OCCUPATION FOR A DOG.
He Was being Effectively Used in
the Singular Role OF
ScaFecrOw.

Bicyclists riding in the country not
many miles from New York have re-
Gently been startled by hearing the
barking of dog in fields which they
were passing, says the New York Times.
They invariably put spurs to their ped
ais, as it were, and got out of his way
as quickly as possible. This had oc-
CURED to a certain party of cyclists so
frequently that one of them, holder
than the rest, dismounted to investi-
gate. He found in the center of new
ly planted field small shade thatch, and
near by stake, to which was attached
a rope, at the other end of which a col
lie dog was prancing and barking.
There was not a human being in sight,
and the dog could certainly not have
been confined there with the idea of
soaring away tramps, for his antics
showed that he was overjoyed to behold
the stranger.
AS the sun was very hot in the field =,
the bicyclist concluded to rest awhile
under the thatch, still marveling at the
situation of his canine acquaintance.
A few moments later a lonesome Cav,
cav, caw," was heard in the air. The
dog at once became attentive; he lay
close to the ground, with lis head
cooked to one side. a fa::.:.:::,;: Ct crows
presently alighted in the f...!. but be-
fore they could begin thci" real the
dog was up and at them. T!:c mystery
was then explained. The collie was used
as scarecrow, and most effective one
he proved to be.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26
POSSESSIONS OF ENGLAND.
increased to Thirteen Million Square
Miles, with "A Population of
42O,OOO,OOO.

Interesting statistics in regard to the
increase of population, just compiled by
Sir Robert Clifton, show that England
now has possessions in all five CONT
nents, and that n quarter of the pcpu-
lation of the entire earth is subject to
her suzerainty. The extent of terri
tory owned by England amounts to 49,
100000 square miles, and on this i'm
mense tract is population of 400, 0OO,-
600. In the last 81 years the English
realm has increased by 1854, 900 square
miles, and within the same period 1885,
100000 have been added to the popula-
ton.
Since 1871 the population of the
United Kingdom-England, Scotland
and 1reland-has increased from 81
100000 to 40,oOo,00O. At the beginning
of this century, England, Scotland and
Ireland had n population of 1000 900
and France of 26,OOOOOO, yet to-day the
proportion of population in both coun-
tries is almost alike. Russia has in
creased her population by 6O,OO0.OOo
since 1870, the result being that she
has now total population CT :a1,"cn,-
cC2. Germany has a population {: 49,
OGC,tC0 at the beginning CT This ,%r-
turT; row size his between 5C.rGp1-&
and G@,CC2,Ctc, C "hom almost :, IT,
ter Is TIE result o: the iTcreaS.. {, -, =:
over G"G;h.. Germany, too, is :-a.:iilc
vast strides as colonial power, ana
her population in these distant posses
slons already amounts to a big number
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26

a little party in the Michigan Central
station the ether Cay, fell into quite a
serio%% Is. T3sio3 Ct manners. while
tac% W1it' 4 for the train. One asserted
that t..r !'~eEChnan is the most Tr!itc
man Gil saith. IL was cortY:Lici.d t.
the second, Who stood up for the manly
politencas Of the Englishman, while
the third openly declared that the
American holds the palm, says the De-
troit Free Press.
AT this the others laughed. "The
American hasn't time to be polite" one
of them said.
Have you ever seen people of differ
eRt countries cross muddy street and
noticed what their manners are when.
they meta lady in the middle?"
no" they both replied.
We'll, this is what lcrr went
on the third man. "The Englishmon
simply bows and plods right along
through, splashing mud all over the
woman's skirt. The German doesn't
see her at all, but plods and sp!ashes;
while the Frenchman takes off his hat,
bows low with his hand over his heprt ,
and apologies, but he Keeps right on
splashing by, nevertheless. Now, with
the American it's different. lie looks
up, sees the woman, steps to one side in
n puddle, and stands very still until she
has passed"
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26
He Wouldn't let John BE ah Editor.

He Wouldn't let John BE ah Editor.
A Yorkshire farmer who was pos
sessed OF some means entered the Of
flee OF his county paper and asked
for the editor. The farmer was &C
companied by his son, youth Of II
years, and as soon as the editor, who
was in his secret sanctum, was in
formed that the visitors were not bill
collectors, he came forward and
shook hands.
Il came ter get some information"
exclaimed the farmer.
Certainly" said the editor, "and
you came to the right place. Be
seated"
The farmer sat on the end of the
table, while the boy found a seat on
the floor.
This boy Of mine," he said, @wants
ter go inter literary business, an 1
thought you'd know Of there WAS any
money in it er not. It's good bust
ness amt it?"
@Why-yes," said the editor after
some hesitation. ave been in it for
l5years and you see where l have got
TO-"
The farmer eyed him from head to
foot, glanced around the poorly fur
nished office, then glanced at the ed
itor once more and turning to his son
who was still sitting on the floor, he
said:
"Git up John, an go home an go
back ter plowiD' FIX.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26
NOTICE.

BY order of the Board of County
Commissioners of EIko County, State
of Nevada, made this 9th day Of
February, 1899, notice is hereby
given that all persons who are charg-
es upon the county must come to the
County Hospital, or all claims for
their support will be disallowed by
said Board except in cases of extreme
emergency.
Attest: A. G. DAwLEY
County Clerk.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26
ON EVERY BOTTLE

OF Shiloh's Consumption Cure is
this guarantee: @An we ask of you is
to use two-thirds of the contents of
this bottle faithfully, then if you can
say you are not benefited return the
bottle to your Druggist and he may
refund the price paid" Price % cts,
% cts and S1.OO. For sale by Elko
Drug Co.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26
Only a Few Days.

Don't wait too long to select a
nice suitable present for for father,
mother, sister, brother, sweetheart. or
dear friends. Our beautiful stock is
replenlshed every day with new at
fractions at ENGLER's.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26

L. T. Travis, agent Southern r. r.,
Selma, Ga. writes, I'll can not say too
much in praise of One Min ute Cough
Cure. In my case it work ed like a
charm" The only harmless remedy
that gives immediate results. Cures
coughs, colds, Group, bronchitis, and
all throat. and lung troubles. Elko
Drug Company.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26
Does This Strike You?

Muddy compilations, nauseatlng
breath come from chronic constipa
ton. Karl's Glover Root Tea is an
absolute cure and has been sold for
fifty years on an absolute guarantee.
Price % cts and SO cts. For sale by
Elko Drug Co.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26
TELL YOUR SISTER,

A Beautiful Complexion is an ipl
sibility without good, pure blood
sort that only exists in conned
with good digestion, a healthy
and bowels. Karl's Clover Root
acts directly on the bowels, liyerl
kidneys keeping them in pei
health. Price % cts. and so cts.
sale by Elko Drug Co.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26
DO YOU KNOW

Consumption is preventable? Science
has proven that, and also that neglect
is suicidal. The worse cold or cough
can be cured with Shiloh's Cough
and Consumption Cure. Sold on pos
tive guarantee for over fifty years.
For sale by Elko Drug Go.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26
nOW is YOUR WIFE,

Has she lost her beauty? II
Constipation, Indigestion, Sick HID
ache are the principal causes. Rs
Glover Root Tea has cured these
for half century. Price % cts,
80 cts. Money refunded il resi-
are not satisfactory. For sale
Elko Drug Go.
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26

Size doesn't indicate quality. J
ware OF counterfeit and wortsal
salve offered for DeWitt's Witch
ell Salve. DeWitt's is the only o
inal. An lnfallible cure for plies
all ekin diseases. Elko Drug 70
Daily independent. [volume] (Elko, Nev.) 188?-1915, 1899-12-26

Sierra Photo Co., opposite Com.
mercial hotel. New gallery; call and
see us. 4
The Sumpter miner. [volume] (Sumpter, Or.) 1899-1905, 1899-09-20

laneous curios. Among other things he
has handsome old meerschaum pipe,
made In the year 1900, which has been In
his wife's family ever since that time. He
also has piece of beeswax which he
picked up on the beach Of the Oregon
coast. Time has wrought such change In
the outer surface that II looks like a rock,
but on the inside little change has been
effected. At the time this piece was
found the Portland Telegram published
an article on the subject, in which II was
stated that settlers in that vicinity had
been finding this substance on the beach
for many years. There is but one theory
to account for its presence there; that
some vessel was wrecked of the coast,
so long ago that all record of its identity
has been lost.