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The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1899-05-05

The best Prescription for Chiils.
and Fever is bottle of GROVES TAsrELEss
CHILL Toxic. 1t is simply iron and quinine In
. tasteless form. Nvcure-no pay. Price, SOC.
The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1899-05-05
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The Jasper weekly courier. [volume] (Jasper, Ind.) 1858-1922, 1899-05-05

EHAIIICAIs ATFIlItAIIVN
Vines are pruned because they are OF
value. and Lave greater possibilities
ahan they have realized.
All the discipline of life is pruning
of the exubcrant growth of the Will,
The feelings. the passions. the desires.
oil the motive forces OF our natures.
We find an illustration of the power
That flows from Christie His children.
IN the power of the natural forces OF
growth. A squash was weighed &. an
agricultural college. and II was found
Wat the forces within lifted 1900
Bounds.
The age-herald., 1899-09-20

attractions of the fair. Some time ago Secretary Rountree wrote to President Diaz of Mexico requesting that the band be sent here. Yesterday the following re- ply was received:
 Mexico, September g. 1S99 Senor J. A. Rountree, Birmingham, Ala:
 Esteemed Senor;-Referring to your kind letter of the first instant I wish to mani fest my intention to comply with your de- sire expressed therein to me. An order has been given that the band which is to play at Atlanta shall afterward place itself at your disposal, and you may send some one to conduct 1t from Atlanta to Birmingham, and if you shall have finished with it, you shall direct it to Laredo. I desire to in- form you that the members of the band have their wages secured to them for the whole time and have their expenses paid to the frontier This Is not the case as to any extraordinary expenses, as they can- not be aseertained. Your most affectionate servant. PORFIRIO DIAZ.
 Concerts will be arranged and the band will be one of the big features of the show. The organization has made a great repu- tation at all of the big expositions ot late years. ,-.
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
SPENCER FAVORS CANAL
VanHooss Talks to President of the
 Southern Railroad

]. A Van Hoose of this city has been in the east several weeks working up senti- ment for the Warrior canal among persons who are largely investors in this district.
 One of the results of the work of MT. Van Hoose is a favorable expression from President Samuel Spencer of the Southern Railroad company. MT. Van Hoose has been working on this project for years and obtained favorable reports from the en- gineers sent here under an act of congress- His scheme is for waterway to the war rior river which will give Birmingham cheaper transportation facilities. Mr. Van Hoose sent the following telegram to The Age-Herald last night:
 "As predicted from the first by me, MT. Spencer, after a consideration of the ques- tion, will not oppose the building of the Warrior canal. He states that the policy of the Southern is always to build up and develop country. It is not afraid of any honorable competition, water or otherwise. Such broad liberal, statesmanlike express sions deserve the profound appreciation or our people. J. A. VAN HOOSE.
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
CONCERTS IN JAIL
Prisoners While Time Away in Singing
 aud Dancing

One would scarcely look for happiness in prison walls, yet it is doubtful if more genuine light-hearted beings can be found than some of the prisoners in the county jail
 Almost every afternoon the sweet re- frains of the popular airs can be heard is- suing from the walls of the bastile, which to the uninformed would possibly be mis- taken for a concert garden or a vaudeville theater.
 These impromptu concerts are led by Neil Bryan, the famous negro vocalist, who Is held on the charge of assault with intent to murder. Rich Kennebrook, the young white boy who was recently indicted on the charge of grand larceny, also possesses a fine voice, and contributes his part to the melody.
 There are also some fine buck dancers among the prisoners, and the jail yard which is laid with flag stones, is often the scene of some interesting contests for su- premacy in this famous art.
 Taking it all in all, life in jail is not as bad as some people imagine, especially af- ter one becomes accustomed to it.
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
Mountain and scnshore

As the heated term approaches one be- gins to look over the advantages of the various resorts and make arrangements for the summer outing. In this connection the Chesapeake and Ohio railway, which connects with the Louisville and Nash vile and Queen and Crescent railways, of- fers to those contemplating a summer vacation a greater variety of resorts than any other line. Both the mountain and sea shore resorts of the Virginias and tho New England coast are reached by tho famous F. F. V. limited of the Chesapeake and Ohio railway. The trains of this com pany, vestibuied throughout. lighted by electricity, with observation and dining cars, are unsurpassed in modern equip- ment. For full information of resorts. rates, etc, apply Louisville and Nashville office, Morris avenue, or Queen and Cres- cent ticket office. or address c. B. Ryan, A. G. P. A. Cincinnati, O.
 ->r-suu-wed-tf.
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
BECOMING A MOTHER. A Sure Way to Avoid Danger.

Every true woman wants to be mother. A baby is the dream of her life the crowning glory of womanhood- true happiness can never be known without the blessings child brings.
 Yet the ordeal through which all mothers must pass is so full of pain, anxiety and fear, that many young life is sacrificed because of the inability to undergo the struggle of childbirth.
 It is not necessary to suffer in bring ing new life into the world. By the use of Mothers Friend," the suffer ing and danger can be avoided, and the hour robbed of it's dread and pair. This remedy is praised by thousands who have tested it. Every woman is anxious to learn how to avoid the pain and suffering which may be in store for her. The little book, Before Baby is Born," will be sent free to any address upon application to the Brad field Regulator O., Atlanta, Georgia.
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
Andrew j. Burgin Announces

Andrew J. Burgin announces himself as a candidate for sheriff of Jefferson county, subject to the action of the democratic party. MT. Burgin is one of the most widely known and popular men in the county, and is certain to make a very strong race He was born in this county forty-five years ago, is a farmer by occu- patton, and has had long and valuable ex- perience in the sheriff office; thus becom- ing eminently qualified for discharsing its duties. MT. Burgin came within 300 votes of being nominated for sheriff in 1s9s.
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The age-herald., 1899-09-20
STATE WILL HAVE
 EXHIBIT AT FAIR Governor Has So Assured the Management DE TAILS ALL ARRANGED The Mexican Band Will Be One of the Big Features-It Has Been Or
 dered Here By Presi-
 dent DiaZ
DETAILS ALL ARRANGED

It was given out most emphatically at the Fair headquarters by Secretary Roun- tree yesterday that the state would have an exhibit at the Fair, notwithstanding the report to the contrary emanating from Montgomery.
 "We have every assurance from Gov ernor Johnston that the state will be : represented" said Mir. Rountree. Even < the minor details have been arranged and there Is absolutely no doubt as to | the matter. The exhibit is already un- 4 der way.
 Early yesterday morning the secretary called Governor Johnston up by long dis tance telephone and asked him about the matter. -The governor assured him that the report was erroneous and that the state would have an exhibit.
 Later in the day rne following telegram was received from President Caffee, who
 was in Montgomery:
 Will be there tonight. State exhibit is all right. A. E. CAF'FEE, President
 When President Caffee arrived last night
 he confirmed this information. How Story Originated It is said here that the story probably originated partly from the fact that Com missioner of Agriculture Culver was op- posed to spending less than $2,500 on the exhibit, and also from the statement of Auditor White that he would not issue a
 warrant on the state treasury for money devoted to that purpose. there being no law
 authorizing it.
 II Is claimed here that the money for the exhibit will be taken out of the funds ap- propria ted for the advancement of the az rieultural department on a bill bearing the governors approval.
 Auditor White was in the city last night In an interview he said that he was ap- preached by the governor on this matter several weeks ago. He told the chief exec utive that he could not issue a warrant | unless there was some act of the legisa- | ture authorizing it. At the same time he 1 thought the necessary amount could be l taken out of the fund of $500 a month ap- l propriated to the advancement of the az l ricultural department. Will Have Mexican Band The Mexican band will be one of the biz
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
SCHOOL FOR NORTH SIDE
Citizens Decide to Build One by Private
 Subscription

A meeting of the citizens of the North Birmingham district was held last night in Knights of Pythias hall, In Twenty-frst street, to take action regarding the estab- lishment of public school facilities during the coming session.
 The meeting was attended by over 100 representative citizens of the district, and it was unanimously decided to work to- gether in harmony towards the desired end
 Hon. Jerry Fountain, the newly appoint ed county superintendent of education, was present, and addressed the meeting, giv- ing assurances of his hearty cooperation in the work and the advancement of edu- cation.
 Dr. NJ X. Collins was called to the chair, and George B. Tarrant acted as secretary
 After full discussion, in which the needs of d school were clearly pointed out, it was decided to build a suitable school house near the center of the district with funds raised by private subscriptions.
 The building will be located on the north side of Village creek, near the Louisville and Nashville depot.
 committee to select a suitable site was appointed, as was also a committee to con- fer with the North Birmingham Land com pany regarding the donation of a lot and financial assistance.
 These committees will report back to a meeting to be held on next Monday night at the same place, when arrangements will be completed.
 The people of North Birmingham have had no public school for some time, and are enthusiastic over the prospects of se- curing a good school for that district
The age-herald., 1899-09-20

told in the sparkling and witty French style.
 Miss Blairs company will be the first of it's class here this season, the reason of which is owing to the fact that she is taking her production to the Pacific coast, and it was a case of come now not at all Her company of players is said to be the best that she has ever had, and, of course, the costuming is gorgeous.
 "Divorcons will be the bill this after noon and "A Lady of Quality" tonight
 That fascinating maiden, "The Telephone Girl" is announced for next Friday night at O Brien's opera house. She has been the vogue for the past two seasons and has
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
HOLMES-GARNER
Quiet Wedding at Home of the Brides
 Parents.

J. H. Holmes and Miss Ethel Garner were married at the home of the brides parents last night. The wedding was quiet one, only the immediate friends of the con- tracting parties being invited. Dr. B. D. Gray officiated. The house was simply but tastefully decorated with flowers and palms. The wedding march played by Thomas Garner, of Tuskesee, cousin of the bride.
 MT Holmes is a native Georgian, but has resided in Birmingham for several years, and has many friends here. The bride is the beautiful daughter of Mir and Mrs. w. NJ Garner, and is much admired by a large circle of friends and acquaintances.
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
Lowery's Lost Letters

Rev. s. R. Lowery, the we'll known ne- gro fruit and silk-grower, who is about to start north to obtain silk loom for ex- hibition purposes at the State Fair, and who hopes to make an exhibit at the Paris exposition next year, has lost his letters of recommendation, a dozen in all, written by representative men of Birmingham, and he is greatly concerned for their recovery: He hopes the finder of the letters will re- lieve him of the distress caused by their loss.
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
INCREASE MORE THAN
 FOURAND AHALF MILLIONS

of the  total aincreas waspe when i
 ations of he ndother ctons 70 h the increase nearly sae@oN the taxable
 
  mission il at II O the state
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
INSPECTED COUNTY JAIL
Grand Jury Returned Seventeen h.
 dictments Yesterday

In the regular course of Its duty the grand jury inspected the county jail prep aratory to its report which will probably be made the latter part of the week when adjournment will be taken until later in the term.
 Seventeen indictments were returned yes- terday, among which were the following against persons in custody:
 Assault with intent to murder-Charles White, Ed Jones, Allen Burrows. Jim Davis.
 Burglary and grand larceny-Wa Solomon, Will Thomas alias Reason alias Deason.
 Assault with intent to rob-Will Me Arthur.
 Grand larceny-Mazella Reed.
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
MUCH WORK AT
 NORTH BIRMINGHAM Suburb Attracting the Attention
 of Investors. DIRECTORS' MEETING TODAY Ofthe Land Company-Understood That the Old Henderson Steel Plant
 Has Been Sold-Consider-
 ation Was $4o.O0O
DIRECTORS' MEETING TODAY

Much work is being done at North Bir mingham by the North Birmingham Land company, and property in that suburb is attracting the attention of many investors here and in the east. The companys stock was quoted yesterday at 261a and sharp advance is looked for immediately.
 The trade for the old Henderson steel plant is understood to have been closed, as Eugene Ensen, who is at the head of the matter. telegraphed from New York yesterday, requesting that the deeds be for warded to him. The eonsidera tion is $i0,0O0.
 There will be meeting of the directors today at the company's temporary office in Cullom's bank. E. N. Cullom is president; Sol Haas vice president and A. B. John ston secretary.
 The stock of the company is s1, 900, and i. owns S,so0 lots.
 In Satisfactory Condition
 'fSo far as our company is concerned. everything is proceeding satisfactorily" said President Cullom. We have a force of one hundred men at work cleaning off rfle vacant lots and opening up the prop erty preparatory to grading new streets The county authorities are now building a | TOdu uIOIl olAlH street, NOI LII Birmingh gham-that is the county road lead ing through the town-to the Country club, thus opening another beautiful drive from the city to the club and to the splendid park, the property of the company. We arc preparing not only to grade new streets, but to lay down q thoroughly good system of sanitary sewerage
 Our directors will at the meeting to- morrow, Wednesday, pass upon several matters of importance, and agree upon en- larged plans for extensive improvement s We shall not begin work at our full capac- ty until the 1st of October. Meantime, our skirmish lines, so to speak, are en- gagged effectively. The company has a magnificent property-the largest and most valuable under any single control in the vicinity of Birmingham. The full lines to | De followed in developing the property have not yet been formally agreed upon, and | therefore I cannot speak of them publicly. | All through the dull times, now past va l cant lots on the company's property sold each for $50 to $2OO. These lots Will now | be greatly enhanced in value"
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
1.-THE PLAYS
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The society folk of this city are looking forward to the coming of Miss Eugenie Blair and her beautiful production of "A Lady of Quality with a great deal of pleasure As will be remembered Miss Blair was seen here last season in this famous play but 1t has been talked about so much since, and so many have read the book during the interval, that she will be welcomed by large audiences. While Mrs. Burnett's "A Lady of Quality" is attract
The age-herald., 1899-09-20

made so deep an impression and won so many hearts that she is out again for a third tour It is the brightest piece, by all odds, that has been sent out by the New York Casino to cheer sorrowing hearts all over the country. "The Telephone Girl'' left wonderfully pleasant memory wher- ever it was seen and its welcome here will no doubt be as enthusiastic as its mana gers could wish.
The age-herald., 1899-09-20

ing so much attention, the announcement by the management that Miss Blair will present Sardou's charming comedy "Divor- cons'' during her engagement here is de- cidedly welcome news, as this will be the first performance of this French comedy in Birmingham, strange as it may appear to the theater-goers. Besides this beautiful actress will be seen here in comedy for the first time. As is well known, the story is
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
Letters from Women

Chief Austin was found in his office late in the afternoon, and said that he thought he did perfectly right in ordering Alderman Daly out of his office.
 This arrest was not made for the pur- pose of hurting MT. Daly because he be- longed to the board of aldermen he said, but I have a witness who will testify in court tomorrow that he bought beer from John Dona.hue in Daly's saloon last Sun day. Besides, I have received two or three letters from women living in that vicinity, asking me to put a stop to Daly's saloon running open on Sunday. In these letters I am told that rolling men are let in the saloon every Sunday following pay day, and that they spend all their money there, and the women suffer for it. I have nothing whatever against MT Daly, but merely state this as facts"
 The trial will come up this morning, and considerable interest is manifested in the outcome.
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
Sale of south Highland Property

w. J. Rushton has sold to Gustrine K. Milner lot No. p, in block No. Si6 on the South Highlands, for $5,000
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
CAME NEAR ENDING
 IN A DIFFICULTY
Arrest of John Donahue for AL
 legged Sunday Selling.
AUSTIN ANDALOERMAN DAILY
Latter Wanted to Know Name of Wit ness and the Chief of Police Re- fused to Tell Him-The
 Trial Today

Alderman Syl Daly and Chief of Police Austin came near engaging in a personal difficulty yesterday morning as a result of the arrest of John Donahue on a charge of violating the Sunday selling law.
 It is alleged by the police that Donahue, who is employed by Alderman DaIy as bartender, sold beer last Sunday. On the following day he was placed under arrest and was to be tried yesterday morning. When the case called by Judge Feagin Chief Austin asked that it be continued until today. Alderman Daily was present and wanted the trial to proceed. Judge Feagin finally decided to grant the contin- uanee. MT. Daily then walked into the pri- vate office of the chief and began discuss ing the case. Some unpleasant words fol- lowed and Chief Austin ordered Mir. Daly out of his office. Persons sitting around expected to see a fight but the alderman walked out and after some hesitation went down the steps and into the alley.
 It is said that the trouble between Mir Daly and the chief arose over the question of a witness. It will be remembered that Chief Austin stated in the AgeHerald yes erday that he had a witness who would swear that he bought beer from John Dona- hue in Daly's saloon. For reasons known to himself he refused to give his name.
 MT Daly went to him and asked for the name of his witness and his request was refused. This led to the dispute between him and the chief.
 Later in the afternoon Mir Daly said that the arrest was ano tner scheme to hurt him on account of the enmity existing between the police department and the board of aldermen.
 Ever since we elected the two detect ives," said MT. Daly, they have been try ing to hurt me. I do not believe that Don ahue sold any beer on Sunday, and if he did I Was ignorant of the fact At the time I was at home with my wife and children, and if any one entered the saloon l did rot know it. l do not allow anybody to en- ter the saloon on Sunday for the purpose of selling. I want the people of Birmingham to understand that I had nothing to do with the selling of beer in my saloon on Sunday, if such a thing was done, and l believe I was brought into the matter on account of this fight against the board of aldermen
The age-herald., 1899-09-20
ANNOUNCE MEN IS.
FOR SHERIFF.

James A. Downey is a candidate for sher- if of Jefferson county, subject to the ac- ton of the democratic party. 9-1S-tf
The age-herald., 1899-09-20

Andrew ". Burgin, candidate for sherih of Jefferson county, subject to action ol democratic party.
The age-herald., 1899-09-20

The Mexican band will be one of the |
The Houston daily post. [volume] (Houston, Tex.) 1886-1903, 1899-07-05
WILL BrIL.n TO SABINE

Joseph osgood. general manager OF ths
Sabine Land AMI Improvement company
returned this morning from business
Grip TO Kansas City With reference to
the Kansas City and oraahA dispatches an
nouncing the Kansas CHy, Pitisburg and
Gulf railroad would Re extended from Port
Arthur 10 Sabine Pass. Mr. osgood said
the dispatches were partially correct and
partially Hrons
There NIll be railroad built from Port
Arthur ~ SABINE Pass, said Mr. osgood
and 10 ala intenis sad purposes II viii be
an extension OF Ike Kansas City. Pittsharg
and Cult II VIII not. however. be built
By the Pee Gee. That would be practically
impossible during The reoeivership. but the
alliance between the roads vii be SO close
THAI they Will he practically the same
In response 70 the query as 10 when con-
sIructon Of The road VIII begin. Mr.. os-
goa Terliea at once Il is The intention 10
hage = ready Tor operation early IN The
fell