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The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1899-06-14
Whole No. 1876 DeLand, Fla, Wednesday June IA, lS99

Vol. XVI, No. "a. Whole \
t'or the Florida Agriculturist.
A Southern Exposition in New York
-
:: City.
The Exposition of Natural and Man
ufactured Products Of the South will
take place at the Grand Central Pal
ace in New York City, commencing
October 25th and ending December
1st 1899.
The enterprise is endorsed by the
Merchants Association and other merz
camille bodies and is under the man
agement of the Southern Exposition
Co., of which the following are the
officers: Col. John J. Carnett, direc-
tor; Mr.. Montgomery Mase, treasurer;
and Mr.. D.. e. Greene, secretary.
The recent Spanish-American War
having obliterated animosities which
were engendered by the civil conflict,
established the relations of friendship
between the northern and southern
sections Of the country on a firmer and
more lasting basis than had existed
before.
The elimination of this period Of
fraternal friendship, is the most fit
ting time for bringing together the in
terests of the ndustrial-producing
South and the capital-investing North.
No better method for accomplishing
this end can be conceived than the
holding of a Southern Exposition in
New York City. where the natural
and manufactured products Of the
South may be brought to the attention
of the capitalists and investors Of the
East
i. The great expositions which have
been held in New Orleans, Atlanta and
Nashville, in recent years, have de-
monstrated in no small degree the ad
vantages which they have conferred
upon the localities in which they were
held as we'll as the entire South. But,
while they were attended by large
numbers of those representing invest
ment-seeking capital, no one can be
found who will deny that the Southern
Exposition in the very heart of capital
itself will open up advantages to the
producer and investor of incalculAble
value to both.
All exhibitions are educational in
character, and this one will be pecul-
iarly so from the fact that so large a
part of the population of the North is
unacQuainted with the nature of the
arts, products and manufactures of
the South. To bring these together
and place them in. one grand palatial
building in the very midst of a popula-
ton embracing in it's vicinity more
than four millions of souls, and in its
proximity more than thirty millions,
will be the purpose Of the Southern
The Florida agriculturist. [volume] (DeLand, Fla.) 1878-1911, 1899-06-14

For the FlOrlQa ASrlCult
Mineral VS.. Organic Fertilizers in a
Drouth.
The thoughtful and observant far
mer frequently finds himself confront
ed with the question as to which soil
is best able to withstand a severe
drouth without great injury to the
the growing crops-that which has
been fertilized with mineral fertilizers
or that which has had to- depend on or
snnic fertilizers. This year the far
mers in Florida have had ample op-
portunity of putting this question to
the test, as we experienced an unpre-
cedented dry spell all through the
spring and early summer months.
Sometimes our best blessings come to
us in disguise, and if we look upon a
drouth in this light we may learn very
valuable lessons from the effects ON
our crops, in demonstrat ting the value
of the various fertilizers used. The
most important problem presented to
the Florida farmer today is the con-
servation of moisture during "a drouth.
The soil may have been put in excel
lent conditi ton by previous preparation,
plant food of a certain kind in the
shape Of fertilizers may have been
supplied, and yet the crop yield falls
far short of what it ought to be, be-
cause this plant food was not of the
kind that helped to conserve the ma
tural moisture of the soil.
Organic fertilizers of all kinds, un-
less thoroughly decomposed, tend to
dry up the natural soil moisture, be-
cause they require so much moisture
to resolve them into their component
soil particles, and unless there is
sufficient quantity Of this moisture to
complete the nitrification and decom-
position, the roots of the growing
plants will not get the food necessary
for their support, and the consequence
will be a complete failure.
1t ought to be the aim of every far
mer and tiller of the soil to put his
land in the best shape possible, SO as
to be pervious to water and afford a
reservoir for it. This, in my opinion,
can best be done by a judicious use of
potash salts in all our farming opera
tions. We must certainly have plenty
of decayed organic matter in our soils
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
HUNTSVILLE

Huntsville, August 3-(Special.)-T city council held it's regular meeting last night and passed several ordinances of local in- terest, among them being an ordinance directing the city attorney to take steps to condemn right of way for new streets and directing the street superintendent to open up old streets that have been fenced in and used by private parties. The police chief Was directed to cause the arrest Of hack and bus drivers who enter the ra?S- way depots to solicit patronage. This will abate a great nuisance.
 Chief O. K. Stegall of the fire department suggested several changes in the depart ment that were favorably received by the council. Chief Stegall recommended that three professional firemen be added to the company, to be on duty at all hours At present the entire department has but one man who is paid, the rest of them being volunteers.
 The council decided to force all parties to connect with the new sewer system.
 capitalist at Freeport, Ill.,, has written to local real estate firm that he intends to establish a large brewery in this city while the present building season is on.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
AMERICAN BEEF.
Germans Would Prevent rec Impor
 tation of the Article

Washington, August 3.-Official letters re- ceived here from the representatives of the United States in Germany bring many de- tails concerning the recent action in that country looking to the exclusion of beef slaughtered in Belgium from the German markets, and leave little room for doubt that this is done for the purpose of pre- venting the indirect introduction of Amer ican products
 The letters state that proclamations have been issued by the authorities of the Prus- sian provinces of Aarchen, Dusseldorf, Os- nabruck. Luneberg. Schleswig, Dantzig and Gumbinnen, and also by the Grand Duchess of Oldenburg and Mecklenburg, and by the ministry of Alsace-Lorraine against the
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
JIM BAKER TRIAL
Just Before Shooting Jim Left House
 With Gun

Barboursville, Ky, August S-ln the Jim Baker trial the prosecution concluded its testimony by introducing four witnesses James Robinson, who was working at Ba- ker's house when the killing occurred, tes- tified that soon after the shots were fired Tom and Jim came home greatly excited. Just before he said Tom went down the road in the direction from whence the shots came with a gun Robinson testified in the examining trial that Tom and Jim were both at home when the shots were fired. Now he claims that he was forced by the Bakers to lie as they threatened to kill him.
 Fuller Barrett had testified twice before that Tom and Jim were both at home when Wilson Howard was killed. He today swore that in company with Tom, Jim and Wi ley Baker, they were together in the road when Howard came up; that Tom fired, and Bureh Sotrer fell dead, and Bat How ard was wounded. He said the Bakers had forced him to swear falsely.
 The defense claims to be able to prove an alibl.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
Five Pnrions Granted

The governor issued the following orders for pardons this morning:
 Thomas Walker, Hale county, convicted of murder April l4, 1891, and sentenced for life Sentence commuted so that he will be liberated December 2, 1899.
 George Houston, Madison county, con- victed of murdering Glis father in 1882 and sentenced for fifty years. Application for this pardon was refused by Governor Seay on November 29 1890; refused by Governor Johnston May 26, 1898, and December %, 1S9S On 1.ne last application is noted this endorsement:
 'The pardon of this convict is asked by Speaker Waller, who knew the facts. by his former employer. by the inspectors, wardens and preachers to convcts. All of these testify to his excellent conduct, and believe that his reformation is complete. The killing took place in sudden heat The physician reports he has consumption. and will never be well. For all these reasons let his sentence be commuted, so that he will be discharged December 24, 1S99'
 Samuel Rhea, Calhoun county, convicted of murder in second degree May Il, 1891. and sentenced to ten years The solicit = who prosecuted, his assistants and many good citizens petition for pardon. Paroled on condition that he abstain from intoxi- eating drinks, carrying concealed weapons and otherwise obey the laws of the land
 Wesley V. Hooker, Walker county, con- victed of murder May ', 1896, and sentenced for life. A great many good citizens who are familiar with the facts petition for the mans pardon. He was given the benefit of the doubt by the governor. His family are suffering, and a parole conditioned upon hds abstinence from all intoxicating drinks was granted. KERSH.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04

admission of beef slaughtered in Belgium.
 These subdivisions of territory cover the entire Belgian frontier of Germany, and render 1t impraetieable to introduce any Belgian beef into the empire. While the central government of Germany takes no official action in the premises, it is pointed out here that the course of the subordinate governments is inspired from Berlin, and some of the proclamations set forth that the action is taken at the instance of the imperial chancellor. Others proclaim that the reason for the step is the fear of intro ducng Texas fever through the American beef slaughtered in Belgium. The exclusion orders went into effect on the 18th of July
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
Itis Mayor Beck
Committed.

Adjutant General Brandon was in his office today, having just returned from Washington. His first official act was to canvass the vote of the election held July 26th to elect a major in the First cavalry squadron, A. N. G. It was found that Major James T. Beck of Camden and Cap- tain V. B.. Atkins of Selma had each re- ceived eight votes, and the deciding vote was cast by the adjutaut general for Beck.
 Nothing definite has been decided in re- gard to the annual encampments. Colonel Brandon said 1t would be his will to have the colonels of each Of these regiments determine for themselves as to where and whn his regiment should go into camp. He had not yet conferred with the governor in regard to the matter.
 There is strong sentiment among the local military to accept the invitation of the state fair board to encamp on their grounds. A lack of sufficient tents would prevent a brigade encampment, but each of the three regiments could spend a week in Birmingham.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
4 SUCCESSFUL INSTITUTION
Of Remarkable Growth and of Sp:6n-
 did Prospects.

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 s500.O0O. Last year $30,000 was added to it's endowment A $7,000 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 oratorical contests they have entered, state and interstate. The pro- fessors are young and progressve-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 high order. It has a 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 we'll worth a 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., 1899-08-04
ONEONTA.

Oneonta, August 3.-(Special)-Rasco Bros., grocers, have sold out to Joseph Johnson, who will continue the business at the same place.
 F. G. Donehoo & Co.,, merchants in busi- ness here, have leased Champion mines and have purchased the entire outfit ma- chinery, commissary, etc., from the Ala bama Mining and Construction Company, who had the property leased from the Ten nessee Coal, Iron and Railroad Company. J. H. Donehoo, member of the firm. is superintendent.
 A boy named Brann had the misfortune to be thrown on the carriage of a saw mill a few days ago, and the saw cut off four fingers of his right hand.
 The city authorities successfully foated their $10,0OO issue of bonds, and a Bir- mingham firm is now drilling an arteslan we'll to secure water for the waterworks.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
JONES RELEASED
Negro Charged With Causing Famous
 Cahaba Wreck

Centreyille, August 3.-(Special )-The habeas corpus trial of Alonza Jones, the negro charged with wrecking a train on Cahaba bridge on December 27, 1896, and causing the death of twenty-five persons. ended yesterday.
 Judge Pratt before whom the case was heard, after hearing the evidence and ar gument, of course held that there was not evidence sufficient to hold the prisoner and ordered his discharge. The attorneys for the state gave notice of an appeal to the supreme court. The decision of the judge gave general satisfaction here, as very few people believe that the negro is guilty.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
ATTEMPTED ASSAULT
On Girl by Negro Provided Another
 Georgia Lynching

Blakely Ga. August 3.-Louis Henderson, a negro who has been in the employ of J. w. Bowman, a planter in this county, for four years past yesterday attempted to commit an assault on the 6-year-old daugh- ter of MT. Bowman.
 He was captured by the father, and today was taken in hand by a band of lynchers. The mob was very quiet and orderly, and before the town knew what was going on the negro was hanging from limb in the outskirts of the town.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04

single negro as census supervisor in Ala bama is an insult upon the intelligence of our people and should be resented. s>s-G s-A sA->s - -@z S-xr r,A -s---s-z--z J. w. s1I414.,5,
 F. M. HERBERT,
 T. NJ LEWIS,
 J. L. TAYLOR,
 J. F. ARMSTRONG;. H. w. BROWN
 GEO. w. LOVEJOY,
 PHILLIP PATRICK,
 A. M. SHOWDOWN, Committed.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
Brick Layers stiIIOut

Knoxville, Tenn. August 3.-The lockout of union bricklayers which has been in progress the last two weeks, was not set tied as anticipated A new scale was agreed to, but the contractors refuse to al- low the bricklayers to take small contracts. A conference was arranged by Nicholas Duggan, of the International Bricklayers' Union, who is still here. If the trouble is not arranged the strike may extend to other building trades.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
EVERGREEN

Evergreen, August 3.-(Special. .)-Ever- green is fast awakening from her slumbers Among the enterprises that are certainties in the near future are new hotel, a cot- ton factory and court house to cost $25,- 900. The site for the latter has not yet been definitely determined. Telephone poles ar now placed all over town and the wires will b ready in few days, and will con- meet with the long distance line from Bos- ton to the City of Mexico
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
A Strict Quarantine

The state board of health does not pro- pose to be caught sleeping in case there is a spread of the Virginia yellow fever. Dr. Sanders was seen this morning and he stated that the board was taking every precaution and was now getting the quar- antine machinery in readiness for any emergency. Inspectors wotce this morning placed on trains running into the state from the direction of the infected districts. strict quarantine is to be maintained.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
Mrs. J. M. sallex Den d

Hayneville, August )-Mrs. J. M Salley, nee Cook, granddaughter of the late Judge Walker Cook died this evening after short illness. She was married to MT. J. M. Salley about two years ago, who, with brother and many relatives. still survive her.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
Relief in Six Hours

Distressing kidney and bladder disease re- lleved in six hours by "New Great South American Kidney Cure" It is a great sur- prise on account of It's exceeding prompt ness in relieving pain in bladder, kidneys and back, in male or female. Relieves re- tention of water almost immediately. If YOU want quick relief and cure this Is the remedy. Sold by Collier Drug Co.,. Bir- mingham, Ala.
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The age-herald., 1899-08-04
osborne,s Appointment Confirmed

Berlin, August 3.-A dispatch received to- day from Apia, Samoa, under date of July r, confirms the report of the appointment of Luther w. Osborne, United States con- sul-general at Apia, as acting chief justice, and asserts that he was appointed on the proposal of Dr. Solf, German president of the municipal council.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
PREPARATORY SCHOOL.

Professor S. L. Robertson, one of old Jef- 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 teacher and educator are well known to all.
 7-30-1mo. A. PUPIL.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
EPSON SPRINGS

Forty-fve 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 tho waters, and be convinced of their virtues.
 JOHN M. ROGAN Epson, Macon County. Tenn. 6-30-eod-2 mo
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
"A HAND SAW IS GOOD THING. BUT NOT TO
 SHAVE WITH"
 SAPOL 10 IS THE PROPER THING FOR HoUsEcLEANINo.
EDUCATIONAL.
UNIVERSITY OF ALHBHMA.
University P. O., Tuscaloosa Co.,, Alabama

Fine Equipment-Able Faculty-Flexible Characterization Locality
 Beautiful Site. Expenses very low. Fall Term Opens Octo- Der ], 1890. Send for Catalogue. d&w JAS K. POWERS. President.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04

Mobile News: Mrs. A. J. Church, of Bir- minsham. is visiting relatives in the city. Miss Matte Broadway, of Birmingham, IS visiting relatives in the city. Mrs. J. C. Lyons and Miss Etta Lyons are visiting friends and relatives in Birmingham. Miss Katie Hurtel is visiting in Birmingham as the guest of her sister, Mrs. W. c. Garrett.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04

Collinsville Clipper: Dr. J. w. Newman the distinguished and gifted presiding elder of the Birmingham district of the North Alabama conference, visited his aged mother near the city and attended the re- union of the Third confederate cavalry, of which he was a member, last week.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04

Camden Progress: Miss Lula Johnston of Birmingham, Is the guest of the family of B. M. Miller on Broad street Mrs. w. T. Waller is in Birmingham this week on a visit
The age-herald., 1899-08-04

Anniston Hot Blast: Abe Ullman, a former Annistonian, but now of Birming- ham, passed through the city yesterday en route to Birmingham from New York. While in the east MT. Ullman spent some weeks at seashore resorts, and his genial countenance is considerably tanned from the effects of ocean breezes.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04

Call at the Union Saloon, 1Sl6 First avenue, for the big gest and coolest schooner of beer in the city. Drawn di- rect from the keg; no pumps used. 0-l-lm
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Drink Moerlein Beer.

Read our special offer in an- other colum-an Expansion Atlas free.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04

Camden Era; Mrs. W. T. Waller left last week to join her husband in Birmingham and will remain with himuntil his appoint ment at the First Presbyterian church or that city expires. Miss Loureese Jonnston' of Birmingham, is in Camden on Visit po Mrs B. M. Miller.
The age-herald., 1899-08-04
ABOUT BIRMINGHAM PERSONS

Huntsville Democrat: Hon. Alex Lon- don, a prominent attorney of Birmingnam' recently paid a flying visit to Huntsville and expressed himself as pleased and sur prised at the wonderful improvements on all sides. He says the completion Of rail- way directly between Huntsville and BIT mingham would mean great things Tor both cities.
The Wichita daily eagle. [volume] (Wichita, Kan.) 1890-1906, 1899-10-08
The Street Fair and Its Meaning.

Bradsrees been compelled to take note of the fall
festival distinct commercial fact of Importance In
the weekly published yesterday confessed that
the fail festivals have had appreciate effect on retail
trade proved stimulating factor in wholesale
lines.
As Wichita on grander scale than has been attempted
anywhere the west purposes fall carnival joining with
Of the country of entertainment it
viii be Interesting national tendency the fall
indicates The agricultural fair is English It re-
nected and engendered by desire for mild reaxa
from the duties year The display of products
merely Incidental in continues incidental today
The English. decidedly ethargic and sober in their mrth
found the county quite sufficient for advertisement
The United States following the English custom estab
shed the county fair a Of autumnal diversion
and remained by the But the American people
the English vivacty nervousness and
exuberance does not have English origin The county
fair sufficient to let this excess of errten
escape.
Another valve sought and it was found in the fail
carnivals of the Latin model for the street
fair the conettthrowing masoued rous o.
Florence and Genoa.
That have adopted the pleasure method Of diving
races does not argue that we are also oribund or
ate that the light pleasure with tendency -
the fullest license recuperave to us than the sober
diversion followed by and now being deserted
Wichita is simply conforming 70 a national change.
So it happens that there today growing up in ioha
on of her paved little city within the city
settlement gay bunting gayer flags. approached
through majestic arch swept as clean as good house
keepers kitchen a-sunday morning, almost ready for