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The age-herald., 1900-05-17
WATER ANDLIGHT
Causing the City of Talladega Much
 Trouble

Talladega, May 16.-(Special)-O ac- count of serious complications existing be- tween the municipality of the city of Tal- ladega and Talladega Light and Water company, the franchise of the company will be forfeited, and the water and light was shut off throughout the city today.
 The city made a proposition to buy the plant, which was refused by the company. Immediate steps will be taken to erect Q plant, to be owned and operated by the city.
 The action in shutting off the water and light has caused much inconvenience, and a large raise in rates or suspension of in surance policies is expected
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
COMPLETE SURPRISE.
Confession of Postmaster Thompson
 Came Quite Unexpectedly.

Washington, May 16.-The confession of Postmaster Thompson at Havana came as a complete surprise to the officials of the postoffice department. The postmaster general read the printed statement, but made no comment.
 Fourth Assistant Postmaster General Bristow received his final instructions to- day and left at o'clock for Tampa, Fla, from where he vii sail for Havana.
 The three additional inspectors detailed yesterday for duty at Havana are F. M. Hamilton of the New Orleans division, J. R. Harrison of the St. Louis division, and w. R. Keys of the Chattanooga division.
 Representative Hay of Virginia today in- troduced in the house resolution request ing the postmaster general for information as to whether Director Rathbone had re- ported that the accounts of postal officials in Cuba were found to be correct on April 29. The postmaster general would make no statement in regard to the subject to- day.
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
FLORENCE
Wants Next Session of the Industria
 Convention

Florence, May 16.-(Speeial) )-Messrs. N E. Harrison, H. A. Cherry and Charles A Ware left yesterday for Chattanooga to attend the meeting of the Southern h. dustrial convention, and upon the author ity of the Florence Merchants association, which they represent, will extend an in- vitation to the convention to meet next time in this city. Florence is much alive to her industrial interests and strenuous efforts will be put forth to get the next industrial convention.
 The question has arisen in this district as to whether the democratic executive committee, which meets next Saturday in Decatur, should call convention and nom- mate a candidate for congress to fill Gen eral Wheeler's uneXpired term and the fol- lowing term beginning March 4, 1901. The politicians are favoring the plan of nomi- mating for both terms at once, but if this is done the fortunate aspirant will have General Wheelers back pay for nearly two years. There is strenuous opposition to the scheme, however, and a hard fight will be made to have the committee adopt the usual precedent and nominate for one term at time.
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
ASSOCIATED PRESS
Annual Meeting at Chicago Was Largely
 Attended

Chicago, May 16-The annual meeting of the Associated Press today was very largely attended. The directors recom- mended the amendment of the bylaws so as to make them conform to the laws of Illinois as laid down in the recent decision of the supreme court After considerable discussion a motion of Mir. John Schroers of the St. Louis Westliche Post to reject the amendments was agreed to, there be- ing but two votes in the negative.
 The four vacancies in the board of di- rectors were filled by the election of C.. H. Grasty of the Baltimore News, E. P. Call, New York Evening Post; Edward Rosefater, Omaha Bee, and George Thompson, St. Paul Dispatch.
 The members from the different divisions chose the following advisory boards:
 Eastern Division-Herbert F. Gunnison, Brooklyn Eagle, chairman; Ambrose But Ter, Buffalo News; Charles H. Taylor, Bos- ton Globe; A. P. Langtry. Springfield (Mass) Union; P. c. Boyle, oil City Der rick.
 Central Division-D. M. Houser, St. Louis Globe-Democrat, chairman; W. D. Halde- mann, Louisville Courier-Journal; H. U. Brown, Indianapolis News; E. H. Purdue. Cleveland Leader; James E. Scripps. De- troit Tribune; T. L. Boyd, Milwaukee Journal
 Western Division-H. W. Scott Port land Oregonian, chairman; H. G. Otis, Los Angeles Times; P. H. Lannan Salt Lake Tribune; K. G. Cooper, Denver Republic an; Alden G. Blethen, Seattle Times. Southern Division-H. H. Cabaniss Att lanta Journal chairman; c. P J. Mooney, Memphis Commercial-Appeai; George w. Ochs, Chattanooga Times; George H. Bas- kette, Nashville Banner; Page M. Baker, New Orleans TimesDemocrat. MT D. M Houser was unanimously elected chairman of the central division of | the Associated Press.
The age-herald., 1900-05-17

friends and close relatives. The bride was attended by Misses Bettie Matthews and Cara Dement,, bridesmaids, and her sister, Miss Alice Borton, maid of honor J. w. Parker of Tullahoma was groomsman.
 The groom Is cashier of the Huntsville office of the Nashville Chattanooga and St Louis railway, and his bride is popu- lar young society woman of this city. They received numerous and handsome presents
 Mir. and Mrs. Kirkpatrick departed on the midnight Southern train for St. Paul, NIinn., where they will spend their honey
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
Frame Cottages

Sealed Proposals will be received at the office of the Columbus Power comapny, Co., lumbus, Ga., until 12 o'clock m., May 31, for the erection of 70 frame cottages at Co., lumbus, Ga. Bids may be made on cottages in lots of ten each if desired. Full informa- tion. with plans and specifications can be obtained from the architects, Lockwood Bros, Columbus, Ga.
 Certified check for $10O must accompany each bid, made payable to the Columbus Power company. The company reserves the right to accept any or reject any or all bids submitted. 5-17-3t
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
TRY ALIENS FOOT-EASE,

A powder to be shaken into the shoes Your feet feel swollen, nervous and hot, and get tired easily. If you have smarting feet or tight shoes, try Aliens Foot Ease. It cools the feet and makes walking easy Cures swollen, sweating feet ingrowing nails, blisters and callous spots. Relieves corns and bunions of all pain and gives rest and comfort Try 1t today. Sold by all druggists and shoe stores for 25c. Trial package FREE. Address Allen s. Olm- sted Le Roy, N. Y. 4-14-sat-tu- thrs-6m
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
German-Ame Publishers

Chicago, May 16.-The annual meeting of the German-American Publishers Associa- ton took place today at the Auditorium. The meeting was attended by every Ger man-American publisher of prominence in the country. Important matters of general interest were discussed and steps taken ac- cordlngly. The result of the election Of officers was as follows:
 John Schroers, of the Westliche Post, St Louis, president; Herman Ridder, of the New York Staats Zeitugn, vice president F. Gloedaur, of the Chicago Abend Post secretary; B. Coleman, of the Milwaukee Herald, treasurer.
 A vote of thanks was rendered Mir Schro- CTS and the other officers for valuable serv- ices rendered the interests of the German American publishers during the past year
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
charts for Use in Philippines,

Richmond, Va, May 16-The B. F. John- son Publishing company of this city are in receipt of a telegram from General Mac Arthur ordering $25O0 worth of Carnefix charts and primers for use in the public schools in the Philippines. They are ac- knowledged throughout the world as the best adapted arrangements ever prepared for teaching the English language. The Johnson company have received orders for these charts and primers from every quar- ter of the globe
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
An Old Mason Dead

Houston, May 16.-Frank B. Sexton, aged
 72 years the oldest grand master of Ma sons in Texas, died yesterday at Fl Paso. He will be buried at Marshall by the Ma sonic fraternity He was member of the Confederate congress for two terms and afterwards one of the leading laweyrs of Texas,
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
Veterans spanish Ainericgn War

Veterans of the Spanish-American war are requested to meet at the Birmingham Rifles armory at 3:20 D. m., sharp, today, to act as a guard of honor of the Spanish gun in the reception exercises.
 All who served in the war are urged to attend and take part. Those who have uni- forms or parts of uniforms are requested to wear them.
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
Another Negro Lynchinr

Meridian, Miss, May 16.-Parties arriv- ing here this evening from the interior of Nesoba county bring information of the lynching of a negro Sam Hinson, by 3 mob of white men several days ago. Hin son was employed on the farm of Mrs Eliza Adams, near Cushtusha, and att tempted to murder her. He was prevented by the arrival of neighbors who heard Mrs. Adams screams The negro fled, but was captured and lynched.
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
Fire at Toms Creek Mines

Chattanooga, Tenn, May 16.-A special to the Times from Bristol, Tenn. says:
 Fire at the Toms Creek coal mines Wise county, Virginia, destroyed disintegrator washers and other machinery of the Virgin ia Iron, Coal and Coke company today, en- tailing loss of $100,000, probably uninsured. were saved.
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
Marriage Huntsville

Huntsville, May 16.-(Special. )-John NJ.
 Kirkpatrick and Miss Helen Borton were married at o'clock last night at the home of A. Campbell, ell,grandfather of the bride, Rev. J. M. Canister, rector of the Episcopal church, officiating. The mar riage was attended by only intimate
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
Special sale of Ladies' Sail- ors, all the new shapes-l9c, 48c and 98c, at Drennen's.
Filters and Water Coolers. Estes Hardware Go.
PARVlTA,

Great picture show; moving pictures in coiors; all the latest war scenes; East Lake, week commencing Monday, May l4. Admission loo.
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
CASTORIA
 For Infants and Children. The Kind You Have Always Bought s'sss,s's ss.ss ses of GHzz1z@
PROPOSALS

For the Purchase of Bessemer Land &
 Improvement Go. Stock The Bessemer Land and Improvement company will, until June 30 1900, receive sealed proposals for the sale to the com pany of any part of one thousand q, Q,0O) shares of the capital stock of said com pany; said stock when purchased to be cancelled. Particulars furnished upon ap- plication to the company at its office in Bessemer, Ala.
 l.. P. BRUINS, President. 4-22-sun thurs to jun 30
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
waterworks supsrintendents

Richmond, Va, May 16-The superinten- dents of water works resumed their ses- sions today, with 200 delegates in attend ance. c. E. Boiling of Richmond was elected president, and c. H. Campbell of Charlotte, N. C.. fourth vice-president.
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
Excelsior Steam Laundry

np n D A TIC Largest and oldest UR ] RAllD house in the south. Twenty years in business. Crayon Water Color, Pastel, Sepia-all kinds-from sI00 up. Jobbers in frames, always in stock
 Solar Prints and Art Material at a low price. Agents should write a; once for big Inducements Enclose stamp for reply
 Residence, Store and Studio, Parker sta. tion, Woodawn. HELM PORTRAIT CO. F. o. Box 39. Birmingham- Ala 2-17-r-.
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
PLHNTS-AAnnSg,, AnS,, tlnd at i...... you GOdden'S Seed Store,
 2O25 SECOND AVENUE.
SUMMER RESORTS chp0N SPRINGS AND BATHS

ALKALINE LITHIA WATER. Hot I.ithia Water Baths and Swimming Pool No fogs. No mosquitoes. Ma ma laria. most popular Mountain Resort. For information, rates phamphlets, etc, address
 w. H. SALE, Capon Springs, W. Va.
 4-24-45t
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
First Painless Night in 3 Months.

'T received the Ready Relief on Friday. the i1th inst, by night express: used the same att o'clock and had a painless night, for the first time In three months. Used the Ready Relief again Saturday and Sunday morning and night, with the same result. had broken arm and a shoulder out of joint, or dislocated; was set all right by pr. Bloom in Schenevus, but remained painful until used your remedy. Thanks for your prompt attention. Yours respect. Gully, G. G. DOSE. Maryland, Otsego Co.,, N. r,
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The age-herald., 1900-05-17
CATARRh

cATARRh Catarrh is Local and Constitutional Disease. Lincoln's Constitutional Ca tarrh Cure, powerful tonic and Blood Purifier and Lincoln's CatarIh Balm are Constitutional and Local Remedies used in connection have cured Catarrh and $:: ::s s::;: s:: CURED ] ;: ;::; s ious case. See testimonial below. We offer $$ie5 Reward for any case of Catarrh the two Remedies fail to ::,::;:,;::. s: FREE S s::;:s Cure, Price 75 cents. Lincoln's Catarrh Balm. Price 30 cents. At your Drug Store. If not in stock and your druggist will not order it, we will send the reme- dies prepaid upon receipt of price. Lin coin Medicine Co.,, Columbus, Ohio.
 Columbus, O., June 12, 1S99 Lincoln Medicine Co.,, Columbus O.
 Gentemen-I have suffered with Catarrh since 1880, and I have expended $100 for different remedies. I have taken offensive scabs from my nose an inch in length and half the size of my finger I used one jar of Lincoln's Catarrh Balm. can now breathe naturally, the scabs in my nose have disappeared, and I feel better than I have for years I cheerfully testify to the healing power of Lincoln's Catarrh Balm as 1t has effected for me a com- plete and perfect cure.
 c. F. SCHUMACHER,
 296 Neil St., Columbus, O. Retail trade furnished by Amzi Golden company and Nabers, Morrow and Sinnige. Birmingham, Ala.
 Sold at retail by J. J. Duncan Birming- ham; Adams Drug Co.,, Birmingham; H. Klein, Birmingham; Williams Drug Co.,, Birmingham; Collier Drug Co.,, Birming- ham; Wilmington and Lynch, Birming- ham; Ellis Drug Co.,, Birmingham; New man Drug Co.,, Birmingham.
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
Worth Its Weight in Gold"

Hoxban, Ind Ter, Oct. 2l 1S98. Dr.. Radway Co.,, New York.
 Gentlemen-I send enclosed M. o. for which you will please send me one dozen Railways Ready Relief and one dozen Railways Pills. Your Ready Relief Is con- sidered hereabouts to be worth its weight In gold. This Is why am induced to han dle 1t. I have handled - Oil for some time, but I consider the R. R. R. far super Tor to this, as 1t gives better satisfaction. J. M. ALEXANDER.
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
L,UMBhG0

or pain in the loins and small of the back. Is occasioned by a congestion of blood in that part, caused by exposure to cold or q draft of air, checking the precipitation. The counter irrltant and diffusive stimulant properties of Railways Ready Relief ad- mirably adapt 1t for the cure of this dis ease. The Ready Relief should be applied to a large surface and well rubbed in It is quite wonderful how readily it relieves the pain of this distressing complaint. In some cases the pain is so extreme that there Is danger of inflammation setting in and ex- tending to the kidneys. In that case take at once dose of the Regulating Pills and at the same time keep up the application of the Ready Relief and the most obstinate case will yield to this treatment Plasters tn general do harm in these cases of pain tn the side and back-they gum ua the pores and prevent the proper action O. the perspiratiory glands and stop the natural exhala lions of the skin.
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
From Hon. C. Mills M'CIurg.
 April 2S, 1899.

Messrs. Radway & Co.,
 Gentlemen-I have been a great sufferer from Neuralgia give thanks to your good remedy, which has effected perma- nent cure in my case Henceforth our house shall never be without your valuable medi- cine. Railways Ready Relief. You have my permission to publish this letter. Crate fully yours, G. MILLS MCLURG, Justice of the Peace, Melbourne, Ont, Can
 odo
The age-herald., 1900-05-17
Crippled By Rheumatism.

'. -.718 NeW OrIeana, Apr1l TO- 1897. Dr. Radway & Col have been a sufferer from Rheumatism for more than s,x months. could not raise my hands to my head or put my hands behind me, or even take off my own shirt. Before had finish ed three-fourths of a bottle of Radway's Ready Relief I could use my army as well as ever. You can see why I lave such great faith In your Ready Re:1ef. Yours truly, W. c BAKER. Engineer at A. Montelones Boot and Shoe
 Eactnrv Q2q Iulia Street
The copper era., 1900-07-26
Stamp Mill at Potter's Camp.

Dell M. Potter, the hustling mining operator, has just completed the sale of one of his groups of gold mines above this place about a mile and a half, the Messrs. Hilts, Taylor and Baker having been here for several days completing the final transfer, and selecting the mill site, etc. These parties are from St. Louis and Cleve- land and have ample means to carry out any undertaking in the way of development work and improvements. The name of the group of mines in which these parties have purchased an interest is 1.-The Oregon Bell" group, and the ore carries principally gold. Work will be commenced on 10-stamp mill within 50 days and de- velopment commenced inside of 20 days. The capacity of the mill will be increased from time to time until 100 stamps or more are added, or as large a mill as the mines will supply. The visit of these parties here was for the purpose of final examination and to agree on the class of mill to be erected. The mill agreed on is the s'Modern Stamp Mill"
The copper era., 1900-07-26
Press Opinions.

Los Angeles Herald: The Republi- can platform after few platitudi- nous boasts regarding the party's past achievements and future opportuni- ties, the credit for the result of the Spanish-American war is given to American war land Republican statesmanship," (which gave 10, ,OOO, ,O0O of the human race ia new birth of freedom" This must have been in- tended for either prevariCatiOn or sarcasm The Filipinos ought to be introduced to their new birth of free dom as they would know it from the muzzle of Krag-Jorgensen rife.
 Louisville Courier-Journal: eve commend the policy of the Republi- can party in maintaining the eff ciency of the civil service," is the only declaration on that question. As a straddle which may mean anything or nothing, it is a flash of genius. The Republicans who commend the administrations record in throwing down the civil service bar to the faith ful, and the Republicans who still pretend to believe in the merit sys- tenn, may all find in these words a comprehensive formula for the ex- pression of the appreciation.
 Boston Globe: It would be almost idle to waste words on any analysis or serious criticism of this platform. As might have been expected, it savOrs throughout of the same insinCerity that marked the late session of con gress. The resolutions jingle a cut and dried tune that fits the non-com- initial policy which has been so long on exhibition before the people. The party having done little that was ex- pected of it, simply enunciates set of resolutions expressing satisfaction with what it has both done and left undone. As platform of evasions it is well in keeping with the recent history of the party.
The copper era., 1900-07-26
Ballis- Morrow.

The Presbyterian church was the scene of a pretty wedding last Satur- day night at 10 o'clock, the contract ing parties being Miss Catherine Nor TOW and MT. Frank M. Ballis. Rev. B. c. Meeker performed the cere- mony which united them for life The wedding was private, only the immediate relatives and a few of the intimate friends of the couple being present. After the conclusion of the ceremony MT. and Mrs. Ballis received the congratulations of those present. They tried to keep the affair quiet, but a crowd of their friends were waiting for them at the Manila hotel, where they reside, and rendered them a charivari. Everything essential for the comfort and endurance of the party was provided by MT. Ballis. The ERA joins with the happy couples $ many friends in extending best wishes.
The copper era., 1900-07-26

as the button badges of English societies and those with DOT traits of the Queen, Lord Rob erts and other popular idols. The Leader was told by impor- ters in London that it was i'm possible for English manufac- turers of such goods to compete with Americans. And this is another straw that points to the infamy of the Dingley tariff.
The copper era., 1900-07-26

Arturo Elias, secretary of the Democratic Central Committee, has made one of the best officials the committee ever had and it would be but a fitting compli- ment to re-elect him to the same position. MT. Elias is a ster- ling Democrat; always awake to the best interest of the party and if honors are to be bestowed upon those to whom it is due MT. Elias will certainly receive his share of them.
The copper era., 1900-07-26

Polarina Jarra got 10 days in jail yesterday for being public nuisance. Judge Munro administered the dose.
 Mrs. Henry Hill will arrive this evening from Santa Cruz, California, where she has been on a visit to her daughters.
 Judge Munro gave Cruz Valdonado 15 days in the cooler yesterday for disturbing the peace on Chase Creek, near the Clifton Bakery.
 Lee Hobbs informs the ERA that he will not be a candidate for constable this fall. Lee came within 10 votes of being elected two years ago.
 The many friends of Henry Hill are trying to persuade him to run for County Supervisor from this district. Henry held the office one term and made an ideal officer, although a re- publican.
 Apolarnio Barado, the other day, pnshed Pablo de la Para on the rail- road track in front of an approaching engine, but the engineer saw the act and stopped his train in time to avert a horrible death. Both men were drunk at the time but were arrested and taken before Judge Munro, who sentenced Dorado to 30 days in jail and Para 10.
 A meeting was held at Justice Munro's office last night by residents of Chase Creek to devise ways and means to protect the county road and property of Chase Creek from annual floods. Proper committees were appointed and said committees
The copper era., 1900-07-26

Chairman Birdno of the Coun- ty Central Democratic Commit tee has called a meeting of the committee for July 31st for the purpose of fixing the time of holding primaries; also to fix a date for holding the county con vention as well as to select a place Most of the people in this end of the county would like to see the convention held in Stafford that the "Solomon- vile ring" influence may be eliminated from it.
The copper era., 1900-07-26

If the political prophets are right McKinley's ''happy fam fly" is more on paper than in fact. They say that in case of his reelection the heads of At torney General Griggs, Secre- taries Long and Hitchcock, and Postmaster General Smith will fall into the basket.
The copper era., 1900-07-26

The London Leader has dis covered that millions of British flags are imported annually from this country, because they can be made better and for less money here than in England. Even the flags that attest the unfailing loyalty of the people of Canada are made in the Uni
 ted States. This is not all. Most of the buttons which adorn the uniforms of British soldiers are manufactured here, as well
The copper era., 1900-07-26
Notice to Odd Fellows.

The Odd Fellows of Clifton, Morenci and Metcalf are requested to meet at Masonic hall in Clifton next Thursday evening, August ?, to consider the propriety of organizing a subordinate lodge here JOHN T. YEAKEY.