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The Somerset reporter., 1900-05-31
An EXPLANATORY Name.

80. Mye," called the justice in the
Harrison street police court today, and
a silence fell over the room. while the
crowd looked around to see why the
Justice had uttered the sudden ex.
elamation.
80. Mye! o. Myei' again called the
magistrate, more loudly, and Baillff
Barnet hurried to the bar and asked
the Justice what was offending his dig.
nifty.
Call o. Mye, Mr.. Baillff," ordered
the court, and Barnett repeated the
words in tones that could be heard on
the street The officer glared about for
the person who he thought was guilty
of contempt of court. and when a meek
appearing man left his seal and walk
ed toward the bar Barnett seized him
and declared him under arrest.
lis this the man who is guilty, your
honory asked the hailiff.
What is your name?' asked the
court, without needing Barnetts ques-
ton.
80. Mye," answered the prisoner, and
the bailiff took a tighter hold on his col
lar.
20. Mye" queried the court.
Yes, your honor" from the prisoner
Then it dawned on the bailiff that he
had made mistake. o. Mye, who said
his first name was oliver. had been ar
rested for begging on the street. When
the policeman who arrested him told
him that he had abused several persons
who had refused him aims, his name
was uttered by several in the court
The prisoner likewise said "Oh, N.Y.
when he got a fine of $50..-Chicago
News,
The Somerset reporter., 1900-05-31

A German physician explains why
red haired persons seldom seem to get
so bald as others. Red hairs are so
thick that 10000 cover a head as well
as 100, 900 blond or 105. 900 black hairs.
The Somerset reporter., 1900-05-31
Hnw Ii Started.

A restaurant keeper in Galena hung
out the sign. "Our meals are hard to
beat" A rival rubbed out the ''b" in
beat" And then the fight commenc-
ed.-Kansas City Journal
The Somerset reporter., 1900-05-31
What Shall We have for Dessert

This question arises in the family every day.
cious and healthful dessert. Prepared In two
minutes. No boiling! no bakingi simply add
boiling water and set to cool. Flavote:-
Lemon, Orange, Raspberry, and Strawberry.
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The Somerset reporter., 1900-05-31
STATE OF MAINE.
SOMERSET rs. SUPREME JUDICIAL COZ 4
IN EQuIT}.
First National Bank of Skowhegsn
VS.
Bloomfield Shoe Co.

FIRST ACCOUNT OF 8. w. GOULD AND 81
BEEBE, RECEIVERS,
Said accountants charge themselves IN al
with the several amounts received sl'V''1
And ask to be allowed for sundry pay n, al
ments and charges, sstf'1
no, 70 no ,;,,d.a .mono oraditors s45yS7
Upon the foregoing account it is HEREBY .
Court House in sEowhegan in the county
Somerset, on the thirtieth day of June - Il
1900, at eleven O'Clock in the forenoon anu y u
printed copy of this notice be mailed Ina ~
stock holder of the Bloomfield Shoe Io uhasd
and to each creditor thereof, and puplssans.ssj
The Somerset Reporter for three sucg e
~ paw W. P. WHITEHo Use,
3w22 Justice Sup. Jud' coa''
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
PENNSYLVANIA.

Philadelphia, Pa, November f. - The two most notable fights for Congress are In the Third and Twenty-seventh districts. Congressman J. c. Sibley, who was elected two years ago as a Democrat from the Fourth by plurality of 23S1 over c. w. Stone Republican, but who, during the recent session of Congress announced his allegiance to the Republican party, is candidate against Lewis Emory, Jr., Dem ocrat. The fight here is bitter one and the result is doubtful The Third district, formerly represented by Samuel J. Randall, is in Philadelphia and is the scene of an- other determined fight. Congressman Me- Aleer, Democrat and present Representa- tive, and Henry Burk, Republican, are he candidates.
 Charges of poll repeating, false reglstra- tion and all manner of political frauds are being freely made on both sides. Both claim victory.
 In the legislative districts today every ef- fort was made by the leaders of the Quay and the anti-Quay factions to bring their forces into line for Tuesdays conflict.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
Mathews and Bulger.

Next Wednesday night at the Jefferson theater Matthews and Bulger will present their new play, 'The Night of the Fourth D The New Orleans Daily States. in speaking of this play, said:
 There is much to laugh at in '"The Night of the Fourth," which was presented last night by Matthews and Bulger, two clever young comedians who made a hit when they were here last year. The play house was crowded to the doors, many having been turned away. The laughter begun at the very start and continued until the last curtain. There is not a dull moment in any of the acts. The dialogue is humorous, the situations laughter-provoking and the specialties are considerably better than the ordinary The story of the farce Is anus ing and the most is made of it by the stars and the capable company which assists. Harry Bulger, as the retired ice man, in search of quiet and rest, Is very funny His makeup is excellent and his manner of inducing laughter is inimitable J. Sher- rie Matthews made an excellent Keenan Swift, smooth young attorney who never loses sight of the main chance. Chief among the support is Walter Jones' who made his reputation in tramp parts. Jones Is again seen as tramp and later as a vaudeville agent. In both roles he was good. Between the second and third acts made up as Sousa, the famous bandmaster, he leads the orchasra. The bur1esque could not be improved upon. Miss Josie Dewitt is a vivacious young beauty. with good voice. Her specialties were excellent. Phil ip Ryley, as Pierpoint von Graft was sat- isfactory. Miss Norma Whalley cleverly interpreted the role of Elsie Bolivar and received applause for her saying Mat thews and Bulger made a hit with parodies on well-known songs.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
OHIO.

Cincinnati, Ohio, November 4-On the eve of election charges are made of false registration in Cincinnati and other Ohio cities. While the last census gave Gin cinnati population of 325 000, it's registra- tion is S1, ,SS0, and a citizens committee has beenorganized today for systematic work with detectives for arrests on Tuesday. It is calculated also that colonizations have been made in some of the close Congress sional districts Ohio has now fifteen Re- publican and six Democratic Congress- men. In the Twentieth district Congress- man Phillips is an independent candidate against J. A. Beidler, Republican, who de- feated Phillips for renomination, and the Democrats therefore hope to elect H. D. Harrington.
 On account of the active work of Mayor Jones of Toledo there is some talk of N. D. Cocran, Democrat defeating Congress- man Southard, Republican, in the Ninth district, but the Jones vote Is such an un- certain element this year in Ohio that 1t is not cutting much of a figure.
 In the Twelfth district Emmet Tompkins, Republican, is making hard fight to de- feat John J. Lentz, Democrat, and on ac- count of the action of Lentz against the administration in the last Congress special interest is being taken. It is reported that National Chairman Hanna and State Chairman Dick have given special atten- tion to the Twelfth district
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
THE METHODIST .
 CHOIR WAS GREAT
Splendid Music Charmed Two
 Thousand People
IT WAS MOST BINGHAM TING
MT. Guckenbergers Brilliant Choir Was Largely Increased by Addition of Skilled Musicians-Rich and
 Varied Programme

The First Methodist Church, with a com fortable seating capacity of nearly 2OO0, is well filled every Sunday night, but last night, on the occasion of the first song ser vice under the direction of Benjamin Guck- enberger, the great building was packed, and several hundred persons were turned away, not being able to find standing room. The side aisles were entirely filled with eager music lovers, including many women who remained on their feet until the end of the service.
 The organist, Miss Belle Mccoy, played short piece by way of prelude, and then the pastor, pr. McFerrin, gave cut the hymn, "All Hail the Power of Jesus Name," which was sung with great spirit by choir and congregation.
 This programme, arranged by the direc- tor, followed:
 Te Deum in F major (Vogrich), the reg ular choir of twenty-four voices.
 "The Heavens Are Telling" from Crea- ton (Haydn), chorus of fifty voices, in- cluding the choir
 Quartette, Tn Heavenly Love Abiding" (H. w. Parker).
 Alto solo, Come to the Land of Rest" (Greely) Mrs. Guckenberger.
 Quartette and alto solo, Lord, How Long?" (Pfueger), Mrs. Guckenberger so- loist; Mrs Chandler, Miss Sadie Mallam, MT. c. P. Orr and MT. Will Hood.
 Quintette with violin o5ligato, God That Madest Earth and Heaven" (Nem- bach), MT. John Calman, violinist
 Basso solo, At the Cross (Nevin), MT. Hood.
 Thanks Be to God" from Elijah (AIen- delssohn), chorus.
 Hymn, ''The Old Ship of Zion," Gold Methodist hymn), choir and congregation.
 The chorus the strongest ever heard in Birmingham, outside Of a music festival. It was picked band of singers and was in excellent form. Both of the oratorio se- lection were. for the most part, finely sung, the only noticeable break being in Thanks Be to God" when the passes got out, due maybe, to the fact that they could not see the director; it was either that or a hitch in he organ. The climax on the Waters Gather; They Rush Along" had a glori- ous sweep, and no chorus could have given a more brilliant or musicianly interpreta- tion of this lofty passage. ...
 Mrs. Guckenberger was In splendid voice and was never heard to better advantage. Her solo was tenderly sung and was in every respect an artistic gem. All the loists acquitted themselves with high credit
 The First Methodist church has indeed a great choir and the announcement of a song service will always mean an over flowing audience.
 A collection was taken up for the benefit of the Ladies' Mite Society, which pays for the music
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
CARDINAL GIBBONS
Says the Welfare of the Country Will
 Not be Affected.

Baltimore, November 4.-Cardinal Gib- bons took occasion at high mass today to say few words on the subject of the coming election in his regular monthly sermon to his congregation at the Catne- dral. The Cardinal never takes any active part in politics. rarely, if ever, casting his ballot, but to those who are fortunate enough to be in his confidence he does not hesitate to express himself freely upon the issues involved in the political contests. He takes the position that there need be no alarm on the part of anyone over the result of the coming election and asserts there is nothing in the situation to warrant the belief that either candidate will in any wise seriously affect the future welfare and prosperity of the American Republic
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
CONNECTICUT,

New Haven, Conn.,, November 4.-The Democratic state committee tonight hit up their figures a bit, claiming to have mar rowed the probable margin of a Mckinley victory in the state to 5000 as against 5000, the outside proclaimed last night. On the state ticket the claim of a minimum ma jority of 1500 for Bronson for Governor, Is raised to 1000. The Democrats also cIain, the defeat of Sperry, Republican, in the Second Congressional district by a close vote.
 The Republican leaders concede nothing, and with much calmness claim sweeping victory throughout the state.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
Arrests in Indiana.

Indianapolis, Ind, November 1.-The first of a series of wholesale arrests for alleged attempted election frauds was made to- night when William H. Evans, custodian of the Indianapolis Commercial Club, was locked up, charged with having attempted to bribe George F. Kuhn. Democratic judge of the First Precinct of the Tenth Ward o fthis city. Evans is charged on the war rant with having offered Kuhn $50 to count twenty-five Democratic votes as Republi- can. Five other warrants for Republican politicians were issued tonight, and the Democratic campaign managers say they will cause a large number of arrests thoughout the State.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
COLORADO.

Denver, Colo November 4.-State Chair man Milton Smith of the Democratic party today placed Bryan's plurality in Colora- do in the coming election at 75,OOO. AL though complete fusion on the state ticket was effected when the state conven- tions of the Democrats, Silver Republi- cans and Populists where held, each party has maintained headquarters during the campaign. The chairmen of the other two fusion parties don't give Bryans plurality quite so liberally, but both agree that it will be over 600O0. The claim of the fusion ists as to the result in the state election Is that J. B. Orman, Democrat, will win by
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
NORTH CAROLINA.

Raleigh, N. C., November 4.-North Car olina's majority for Bryan will be any where from 3O,O0O to 4O.o00, it's size depend ing on whether or not a full vote is poiAhd Republicans claim only two cut of the nine Congressmen. Though the national campaign in this state has been remark ably quiet, great interest has been man. ifested in the Democratic primary ts b6 held on election day to choose successor to United States Senator Marion Butler, Populist. The candidates are F. M. Sir:- mons, present Democratic state chairman. and Julian S. Carr, a wealthy tobacco manufacturer. Though both sides are claiming a victory, all indications point to Simmons election by a good majority.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
ADJUSTMENTS
The Christian,

Hall Caine's great play "The Christian." is announced for an engagement in the Jefferson Theater tonight, tomorrow after noon and tomorrow night
 The play is not in ordiary sense a dramatic version of '"rhe Christian" The author has taken the two principal char acters of the novel, as well as the motive of their relations to each other, and made an independent drama of new incidents and fresh surroundings-just as he might have taken two characters from history and constructed thereon a play which would otherwise have no claims to historical truths. The two principal characters of this drama represents, the author thinks, types which have been brought into exis- tence by the latter half of the nineteenth century-the educated girl who had to fight the battle of life In professions which are usually controlled by men; the young cler gyman who makes an effort to realize, in C liberal sense the precepts of the Sermon on the Mount But the social and religious problems whcih surround the steps of these characters in the novel are not dwet upon in the play, which is simply story of love-"
 These are the words by which Hall Caine introduced his play to the public in New York, where a continuous run of 175 nights was not sufficient to accommodat e the crowds who thronged to see it, and 1t Is well that they should be read by every one who contemplates going to see ''The Christian" and who, of the theater goerS of Birmingham does not coptemplte see- ing it? For 1t is one of the greatest plays of the day. It aroused discussion from its first appearance, and even outside of the circle of regular theater-goers it was talk ed of; sermons were preached upon 1t, and clergymen wrote to the papers about it. and from all classes, clergymen and lay men alike, it has been commended.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
45.OOO.

45, 900.
 Silver Republican State Chairman W. H. Griffith says that not over twelve members of the legislature will be pledged to vote for Senator Walcott to succeed himself Congressman Bells election is claimed by 10000 and Roberts by 1000.
 Republican State Chairman c. D. Ford, while making no reference to the result of the national election, says:
 '"The entire Republican state ticket will be elected. Arapho County will give a sub stantial Republican majority and the out side counties will come down to Arapaho with a fair Republican plurality.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
Coblentz Badly Treated.

Captain Coblentz, who is artillery of ficer, was recently transferred to the Fon- tain Bleaucole D'Appication from a north ern garrison, exchanging with an instruct or in the school who had finished his term of service in that capacity Upon his ar rival at Fountane Bleau he called on his comrades, but his calls were not returned and one of the officers, Maj. Duval De Gra vile, undertook to explain to the Minister of War the feelings of the officers who had decided to adopt toward Captain Co., blentz, because he is Jew, an attitude calculated to make his stay among them intolerable. In view of this General Andre punished Maj. Duval De Graville with hf- teen days Imprisonment, in addition to addition to sending him from the school to a regiment in the provinces. The Min ister of War also sent back to their regi- ments six other officers.
 M Deblowitz, the Paris correspondent of the London Times, commenting upon the incident in the Times said:
 There is no question of the Dreyfus af- fair involved. It is solely because of an ant-Semite passion and a question of im- portaEce arises. If French officers refuse to tolerate Jews in their ranks the Jews can no longer be allowed to enter Saint Cyr or the polytechnique of the Ecole Gen. tral, since, with rare exceptions in the case of polytechnique, all the pupils of these three schools on leaving become infantry. cavalry or artillery officers.
 ''On the other hand there is no reason why private soldiers should be less fanatic than their officers and why they should tolerate ISraelite sergeats The only nossi- ble conclusion, therefore, is, in order to avert a state of things so impossible In a court, is a compulsory order that all mem- bers of the Jewish religion must henceforth be dispensed from military service.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
THE REPUBLICANS
 EXPECT LANDSLIDE
tcontlnueH From First Page.)

hard tight for the Legislative and Con- gressional candidates. The Republicans are counting on electing six of the eight Congressman.
 Salmon in the Fourth, and McDermott, in the Seventh. are the only two that are conceded to the Democrats.
 The Democrats, however, think their candidate in the Third District, J. J. Ber- gen, will defeat B. F. Howell. They also hope to win in the Fifth District, where they believe the personal popularity of their candidate, John Johnson, will make him a winner of Congressman Stewart.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
FRENCH OFFICERS
 INSULT THE JEWS
Refused to Return the Calls of
 Jewish Captain
INCIDENT AT RACE TRACK
Officers Objected to Captain Coblentz Entering Military Steeplechase on Account of His Religion
 He Rendered His Card

Paris, November 5.--A lively incident oc- cured at the Auteil races yesterday over the entry in the Military steeplechase of the Jewish Captain Coblentz, whose recent treatment by brother officers at the Mill school in Fontaine Bleau, led to a severe disciplinary measure on the part of Gener- al Andre, Minister of War. The anti-Se- mites had announced that they would make trouble if Captain Coblentz insisted upon riding and the police had taken precau- tions Captain Coblentz mounted upon his horse, Eastern Star, was greeted with in- sulting cries immediately upon entering the track. He promptly took out a visit ing card and asked if there were any one present who wished to exchange with him. No reply was forthcoming.
 Captain Coblentz rode in the race, but was not placed. When he returned 10 the paddock hostile cries were again raised. His friends retorted with shouts of "Vive la Republique" and A vas les Clericals."
 Several shuffies followed but the police quelled the disorder. A national municipal counsellor, and Jew, who had exchanged blows were arrested but were subsequent ly released
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
SOUTH CAROLINA.

Charleston, s. C., There is absolutely no agitation or excitement in this state about the coming election. Since the primary election for nominating state officials there have not been half dozen campaign speeches delivered in this state. Senator Tillman and a flew others have made brief references to expansion, Senator McLaurin has said nothing. Bryan and the Demo- cratic nominees and the state officers from Governor down will carry the state, as there Is no opposition.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
IOWA.

Des Moines, Iowa, November 4.-If the full Republican vote is cast the state com mittee claims the state will go 75,OOO plu- rality for Mckinley and Roosevelt.
 The Democrats claim they will materially reduce the Republican plurality of four years ago, but no figures are given. They also calim they will elect at least two Con- gressmen and possibly four
The age-herald., 1900-11-05

See display in Louis Saks' window of books and instru- ments to be given away as prizes in the Age-Herald s Educational Contest. See ad- Vertisement in another col umn explaining contest.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
TO THE DEAF.

4 rich lady cured of her Deafness and Noises in the Head by Dr. Nicholson's Ar tificial Ear Drums, gave $10OOO to his In- stitute, so that deaf people unable to pro- cure the Ear Drums may have them free. Address No. 14101, The Nicholson Institute. 7S0, Eighth Avenue, New York, U. S. A.
 10-1-52t-mon
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
THE LATEST FAD.

The "Universal Half-Tone," unexcelled for newspaper or book work. They will stereo- type. For specimens address The Age. Herald Engraving Co.,, Birmingham, Ala.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
MARYLAND.

Baltimore, Md, November 1.-The betting which has heretofore been strongly in fa- vor of Mckinley, has veered sharply tow ard Bryan, the odds having risen to and on Bryan against 10 on Mckinley, while a few days ago to l that Mckinley would carry the state found but few takers.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
Fraud in Michiuan.

Bay City, Mich. November 4.-Local pol iticians were terribly excited over a state ment which appeared in a West Bay City paper today, signed by the Democratic Committee of Bay County. alleging fraud and robbery of official ballots. The state ment is accompanied by the affidavit of Judge of the Probate Court Wright a member of the election committee, which
The age-herald., 1900-11-05

alleges that in counting the ballots as they came from the printer they found 195 bal lots missing in the First District; also that there were shortages in ballots for the Second and Third Districts.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05

Eat at the Metropolitan Cafe; best and prettiest restaurant in the city. Paul Gilardoni, the famous chef is there now. Anything you want to eat served in the best manner.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
MASSACHUSETTS.

Boston, November 1.-The Democrats claim thirteen Congressmen The Republi- cans believe that the Congressional result will be the same as four years ago, when they elected twelve
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
CALIFORNIA.

San Francisco. November 4.-Both the Re- publican and Democratic Central Commit tees claims California by the same plurality -12,000 to 15,O0O
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
BRMlNGHAM REALTY COMPLAINTS TITLES GUARANTEED
 SECURITY ABSOLUTE.

ecually any possible objection that mghe raised cloud that have attached to our titles o C. Norris Administrator, against the Eyon Company Eyton Company and oher pending the chancery Jefferson County have secured the bond the Fidelity and Deposit Company of Maryland guaranteeing all hold who hereafter acquire the BIRMINGHAM REALTY COMPANY to any property formerly the Eyton Land Company agans ANY LOSS COST OR DAMAGE that be sustained by result of the final determination of said suit
 This deposited with the Birmingham Trust Saw Company Trustee the certificate of the Trustee setting out the conditions the bon with each deed d purchasers property BIRMINGHAM REALTY co.,
 ByJ. K McDonald Vice President
The age-herald., 1900-11-05

Decaying vegetation at this season breeds disease. Hoods Sarsaparilla will keep you we'll.
The age-herald., 1900-11-05
Stops the Cough and Works Of the Cold,

Laxative Bromo- -Quinine Tablets cure a
 cold in one day. No Cure, No Pay. Price 9 cents.