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The Forrest City times., 1900-12-07
Found for Defendant.


 jury in the case of Skipper vs. Union Central Life Insurance Company found for the plaintiff in the sum of 0,000, with accrued interest, amounting to s2,6o0. the principal representing poli- cies on the life of w. F. Skipper, of Baxter, Drew county. The insurance company resisted ayment on the con- tention that the insured committed suicide. On May 13, 1896, Skipper was found dead in the woods a few miles from his home with his throat cut It was claimed that he was murdered for the purpose of robbery by James Red and Alex Johnson, colored. Redd and Johnson were indicted, tried and con victed of murder in the first degree in the Drew circnit court They were granted new trial by the supreme court. In the second trial the two ne- groes were again convicted of murder ing Skipper and sentenced to hang on November 27, 1897. Again they appealed to the supreme court and once more the cases were remanded for a new trial. Before Redd and Johnson's third trIal could be reached, however, mob entered the jail where the two negroes were confined and shot them to death. The defense offered evidence tending to show that the deceased was financially embarrassed, and on that account was very much worried. This  was introduced for the purpose of showing a motive for suicide. On the ather hand the plaintiff introduced evi- dence tending to show that while tie deceased was in debt, yet his holdings were largely in excess of such indebt. edness; that his family life was happy and there was no possible motive for him taking his own life. This was the third trial of the case. In the first and secoud trials there was hung jury each time.
 After the verdict of the jury had been rendered, w. H. Laphiew, of Drew county, was arriagned before Judge Trieber for contempt in causing to be published during the trial an ar ticle bearing on the case. The court held that MT. Laphiew was in con- tempt, in that it was evident the arti. cle was published for effect on the jury in arriving at verdict; giving as it did a statement calculated to establish the murder theory as against the suicide theory-au issue which the jury was sworn to determine from the evidence in the case. The article having been printed at. the instance of Mir Laphiew, whose name accompanied it as sponsor for the publication, Judge Trieber as- sessed fine of $500 against him. Judge Trieber stated that he had no objection to the publication of matter taken from the records and proceedings of the court, but that the printing of matter not of record of the court tending to influence jury will be held as con. tempt.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-07
No Place for Tramps.

The able-bodfed man in hard iucK IS being given but little encour- asement Tn Arkansas towns Just now, when the citizens are aware of the iact that any man who will work can get plenty of it to do. Labor was never so scarce. and still there are the usual number of back-door pan. handlers.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-07
Cause for Thanks.

Gov. Jones issued nine pardons on Thanksgiving day. as follows: Jas. Hurley. White county. fined $25 for assault; Will Pestole, John Slocomb and Wiley .Slocomb, Ashley county. hned $50 each for defacing church property; James Cox, Pike county, convicted August, 1899, of murder of isaac Williams and sentenced to five years; Thomas Majors, Sebastian county. burglary and grand larceny, four years; Peter Daily, Sebastian county. convicted in two cases of sell Ing liquor without license; Joe P. Matthews, Sebastian county, forgery, two years.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-07
E.eaped From the Asylum.

Mrs. Gallaher an inmate of the state insane asylum at Little Rock, escaped from that institution and walked all the way to Fort Smith. At the latter place she informed conductor that she had been in the asylum, but that she was better and wished to go to her home at Fayetteville to see her children. The conductor let her ride from Fort Smith to her home, but she had to be returned to the asylum.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-07
Fire Bugs Work.

The Saginaw Lumber Company, of Saginaw, lost about $20.000 worth of lumber and buildings by fire. The fre started in one of the sheds used for storing finished stock and the flames spread rapidly to the tram ways and platforms and to the lumber Sheds near by. The fire was of in- cendiary origin. The burned area was insured.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-07
Her Anxiety.

Daughter-0h, mamma, do wish 1 were pretty!
 Mother-You needn't, dear; sensible men think very little about beauty.
 Daughter-Rc. it isn't sensible men I'm thinking about, mamma; it's Charlie.-Brookly Life.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-07
Both Legs Broken.

'' W. Mulvery, an Iron Mountain einan' was run over by Little -@o'h street car and had both legs
 ushed. He was riding on the front ."i, ana in trying to change to the V, v, ,"iief' lost his hold and fell between .Aeh both wheels of the trailer pass e over his legs. He died from the shock.
The Forrest City times., 1900-12-07
Death of . Prominent Citizen.

Hon. R. B. Weaver, a prominent citi- zen of Boone county, died last week aged 70 years. He was a member of the house of representatives in 1881. In 1884 he was elected to the senate, and in 1885 was president of that body.
The age-herald., 1900-12-20
BURkHALTER & co.
Lowest Bidders for Street Improve
 ment Work.

The street committee of the City Coun- cil yesterday opened bids for grading, ma cadamizing and curbing Twenty fifth street. between Seventh and Thirteenth avenues, North, and found that c. M. Burkhalter and Company were the lowest bidders.
 The committee met at noon in the office of City Engineer Kendrick and found that four bids had been submitted. The bids were opened by Alderman Graham, chair man of the committee, and showed the following figures
 c. M. Burkhalter and Company, s6S42 50.
 Donelson and Calvin, $6. .941.
 Dunn and Lellande Bros, S046.
 w. H. Cornell, s75S0.
 The committee will recommend that the contract be awarded to the successful bid- ders, which will be acted on at the next meeting of the Council.
 The work will begin as soon as the con- tract is formally awarded.
The age-herald., 1900-12-20
Miss Mary Louise Smith
 Weds Mir. Richard Browne

One of the prettiest weddings of the win ter was that of Miss Mary Louise Smith to MT. Richard s. N. Browne which took place yesterday morning at Il o'clock at the Nine teenth street residence of the brides uncle, MT. Joseph R. Smith, Jr. The ceremony was performed by Dr. L. L. Handley, pastor of the Second Presbyter- ian Church, and occurred in the drawing room, which was beautifully decorated with palms and smilaX. An immense heart fashioned of smilaX formed a background for the wedding party. The bride was given away by her uncle, Mr. Joseph R. Smith, Jr. She was beautifully gowned ill a travelling dress of blue with panne vel vet, with which she wore a most becom- ing hat trimmed with beasts. The maid of honor was Miss Annie Smith, cousin tf the bride. She wore a toilette of black and pink and carried La France roses. Broad ribbons, which were held by Miss Adan Bowron, Miss Ferry Noble, Miss Lucy En- bank and Miss Jessie Norris, formed an aisle through the drawing room.
 MT Browne's best man was his brother, MT. George Browne. Following the cere- mony a breakfast was served to nearly a hundred guests, which included only the relatives and few close friends of the bride.
 MT. and Mrs. Browne left yesterday Tor a brief wedding trip, and upon their re- turn they will have apartments at the res idence of Mrs. Tanner.
The age-herald., 1900-12-20
W0MAANV ]. -,.-,,
 w and SOCIETY l.
BY ANNIE KENDRIck WALKER.

Mrs A. R. Dearborn gave reception yesterday afternoon, which was among the most beautiful and elaborate social func- tions of the winter, leading all others in point of distinction. The guests of honor were her sister, Miss Patton, and Miss Whiting, the latter being the guest of Mrs. E. T. Taliaferro Mrs. Dearborn was un- usually attractive in a handsome gown of black spangled net, relieved by American beauties. Miss Patton was greatly admired in a beautiful brocade, the corsage being richly trimmed with lace. Miss Whiting was lovely in an exquisite white toilette. In the receiving line were Mrs Taliaferro, who was notably attractive in grey; Mrs. Sims, whose beautiful toilette was of old rose silk; Mrs. Ledbetter, who was lovely in black and white; Mrs George Cruik- shank, whose picturesque beauty charmed to lovely advantage in gown of grey; Miss JohnsteA, who was also beautifully gowned in grey.
 Among the handsomely gowned women who were assisting in receiving were Mrs. Edward Magruder Tutwiler who wore black; Mrs. Robert Jamison, whose gown of black and white with touches of orange velvet on the corsage was one of the most beautiful of the afternoon; Mrs Richard ItduuOIpHs MfS. JOnn OT. Murray, MrS WILL iamson, Mrs. T. L. Roberson, Mrs Flor ence Randoiah.
 Mrs. B. J. Dwyer was beautiful in gown of white gauge over white taffeta, with touches of black velvet and gold. The Misses Wittichen were unusually lovely ln charming white toilettes. Mrs. C. C. Fer rell wore an exquisite toilette of black and yellow.
 The entire house was elaborately decor ated with holly and bamboo The walls were draped with delicate branches and graceful vines formed a fringe in each apartment. The hall was a tropical bower in palms and in the apartments beyond the lace draperes at the windows were brought into contrast with the bamboo and holly and smlax, that was every where in evidence. The chandeliers were wreath ed in smilaX, and the mirrows reflected tracing of delicate vines American beau- ties were used in great profusion. In the drawing room, where an elegant luncheon was served, the mantel was a mass of blooms, and superb American beauties were used on the table. Electric lights that glittered under American beauty shades added to the brilliant color scheme, and red tapers in silver candelabra carried out the color note. The vividnesS of an Amer ican beauty scheme was emphasized by the decorations throughout each luxurious apartment, and the reception was in every detail one of the most brilliant of the sea- son. Hundreds of women called during the afternoon, despite the extreme inclemency of the weather.
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the executive board meeting Friday at 10 a. m. in the parlor of the First Methodist church. Each member of the United Workers of the Hillman Hospital is cor dially invited to attend the executive board meeting and hear the result of the work of the bazaar.
 Miss Grace Hardie will be among the bevy of charming school girls who will spend the holidays at home She will reach Birmingham tonight from the Agnes Scott Institute.
 Miss Nette Anderson is in Asheville, N. C., where she was summoned by the criti- cal illness of the child of her sister, Mrs. c. A. Moore who is spending the winter at Asheville.
 number of Birmingham men will go to Tuscaloosa Friday to attend one of the fraternity dances
 The Ariel Club will give a dance Friday evening.
 The dancing class of Professor Weisner will give fancy dress ball on Saturday.
 Miss Louise Patton is spending several weeks in Waco, Tex.
 Mrs Malone will entertain the Clionian Club Friday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. George M. MOTION.
 Miss Kate Bradshaw will return tonight from the Agnes Scott Institute and will spend the holidays at home.
 Miss Jamie Curry will be among the Birmingham girls who will spend Christ mas vacation at home. She will reach the city tonight from the Agnes Scott Insti- tute.
 There will be a Christmas celebration at the Free Kindergarten on Friday morning.
 Mrs Crowder is the guest of Mrs. W. s. John.
 MT and Mrs. F. R. Goodrich of Knox, vile, who have been visiting MT and Mrs. Charles J. Allison, have returned home.
 The wedding of Miss Marie Fitzpatrick to MT. Sydney H. Bekar of New York took place yesterday afternoon at the First Methodist Church, the ceremony being per formed by pr. J. P. McFerrin. They left on an afternoon train for New York
 The wedding of Miss Laurie Merrill to Mir Charles B. Lytle took place Tuesday afternoon at the Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Dr. I. D. Steele performing the ceremony. Miss Nora Mitchell of Wood
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lawn was maid of honor and MT. Frederick Lytle was best man. MT. James Merrill, MT Guy Lytle MT. William Reitzal and Mr. Warren Griffin were ushers.
 MT. and Mrs. Lytle have gone to Wash ington.
 The Ariel Club will dance at Elks Hall tomorrow night and a delightful evening is anticipated. Refreshment will be served during the evening.
 Col and Mrs. D. l.. Higdon have issued invitations to the marriage of their cousin, Miss Emma Edna Wood, to MT. George F. Blue, Monday evening, December "A, at g o'clock, at their residence, Birmingham, Ala.
 Mrs. William C. Oates of Montgomery is visiting Mrs. E. Wilkinson, FPS Highland avenue.
The age-herald., 1900-12-20
SIX HUNDRED KILLED.
Desperate Battle Between Colombian
 Government and Rebel Forces.

Washington, December 19.-The State State Department has received a cable- gram form United State Charge dAfairs Deaupre at Bogota, stating that great battle has been fought at Girardot Point, Maglalen River, Colombia, which lasted two days and resulted in a decisive Victory for the government. It is reported that GOO were killed and many hundred wounded. Other victories by the government forces of the utmost importance have been an- nounced. The government is celebrating the victories and considers itself greatly strengthened by the success of its arms.
 Mai. C. O. Godfrey Dead.
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impediments to marriage, and ah forms of chronic, nervous, blood and private dis eases.
 EVERY FORM OF PRIVATE DISEASH POSITIVELY CURED UNDER PLAIN GUARANTEE. {,
 Consultations at office or by mail are in- vited free.
 Treatment by mail to parties who cannot visit me. No written prescriptions; we furnish all medicines. { Birmingham Daily News: "The News commends him (Dr. Dozier) most cordially to all those in need of his services"
 Age-Herald: His long record and ap- proved abilities ehtitle him to the proud distinction of standing at the head of his profession"
 Alabama Christian Advocate: His pro1 fessional standing Is unimpeachable, and his character as a gentleman and citizen is above reproach."
 Office and Dispensary corner Third aveA nue and Nineteenth street. Birmingham Al&H -N---- - - = -
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Chattanooga, Tenn December 19.-A special to the News from Ft Payne, Ala, says that Maj c. O. Godfrey, one of the main promoters of the Tennessee Central Railroad died at his home in that place and the remains have been taken to Taun- ton, Mass, for interment. He was one of the organizers of Ft. Payne and it's first Mayor
The age-herald., 1900-12-20
In Society,".

MT. and Mrs. Harry Jones and MT and Mrs. B. F. Moore spent the past week de- lightfully, hunting and fishing near Mo- bile.
 MT. William Dangaix and his sister, Miss Isabel Dangaix, will take possession of one of the attractive brick houses in Nine teenth street, South Highland, the coming week. and will keep house for the winter. They will have with them MT. and Mrs Woodruff, formerly of Louisville, and who are among the most charming of the newcomers to Birmingham.
 Miss Emmie Barnett of Eufaula is among the visiting belles of the season, and is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Charles Augustus Calhoun.
 The chairmen of booths of the Hillman Hospital bazaar are requested to report to Mrs. T. H. Motion, treasurer, as early as possible, to enable her to settle all out standing bills, hall rent, etc., and prepare statement or report to be submitted at
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am candidate for reelection as Alder man from the Fourth Ward subject to the action of the City Democratic Primary.
 JOSEPH MEIGHAN.
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Kenny's Xmas Pictures.

Santa Claus surprised and a calendar for 1901 given away Saturday, December 2-9d. c. D. Kenny & Co.,, PA North 2Oth st. 12-20-3t.
The age-herald., 1900-12-20
For Mayor.

I hereby announce myself a candidate for Mayor of Birmingham, subject to the &C., ton of the Democratic party.
 10-21-tf w. M. DRENNEN.
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For Aldermen.

J. G. Greener announces his candidacy for Alderman from the First Ward, sub ject to the action of the Democratic pri mary.
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I hereby announce myself a candidate for Alderman from the Second Ward, subject to the action of the Democratic Primary De- cember 31 c. T. RAINBOW.
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hereby announce myself a candidate for Alderman from the Eighth Ward, subject to the action of the Democratic primary to be held on December 31.
 HENRY B. GRAY.
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A. Stockmar, candidate for Alderman | Ninth Ward, subject to Democratic primary
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DR. 0. T. D0ZlER. SPECIALIST. ienito Urinar .
 SIIrppFv,

Cutaneous and veneral diseases. All delicate dis4 orders of sexual organs and pel- vic vicera of men and women. Cys- tits, stricture,
 sexual weakness, proStltitis, irregu- laritic< of women,
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I hereby announce myself candidate for the office of Chief of Police of Birming ham, subject to the action of the Demo- cratic primary. J. B. DONELSON.
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REAL EsTATE.

 FOR SALE-Choice residence lot on South Highlands, already terraced and sodded; front wall, curbing and pavement; size 50x170-rather narrow for a large house, but for the fact that adjoining lots are both very wide, allowing plenty of room between houses; elegant residences on each side; price $500; easy terms FOR RENT-South Highlands, elegant res- idence of rooms and hall; just complet- ed; furnace heat, hot and cold water, gas and electric lights; convenient to cars; ex- cellent neighborhood.
 A. R. DEARBORN & CO, 12-2-eod-tf 1921 First Ave.
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hereby announce myself candidate for Alderman from the Fifth Ward, subject to the action of the Democratic primary to be held on December 31. w. R. GUNN.
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I hereby announce my candidacy for Po- lice Commissioner, subject to the action of the Democratic primary of the city of Birmingham, and If elected will perform my duties legally, faithfully and conscien- tiously. z. T. RUDOLPH.
The age-herald., 1900-12-20
SITUATION WANTED.

WANTED-A position as bookkeeper or stenographer by young man of years practical experience; thorough, quick and good accountant; A No. 1 references; ref erences exchanged. Address F. c. R., care Age-Herald. l2-lS-ot POSITION WANTED-By young woman as housekeeper and sewing for widower with children. M. J. D., care -Age-Her- aid. lZ-ZU-zt
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I hereby announce myself candidate for the office of police commissioner, subject to the action of the city Democratic pri- mary. THOMAS W. GATHRIGHT.
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Children's school shoes, the cheapest and best, at Cham blee's, 1st Ave. and 2lst St.
The age-herald., 1900-12-20

W. H. Lodge announces his candidacy for police commissioner, subject to the action of the Democratic primary
The age-herald., 1900-12-20

John R. Copeland announces his candi- dacy for Alderman from the Fourth Ward, subject to the action of the Democratic primaries.
The age-herald., 1900-12-20
AGENTS WANTED.

WANTED - Agents and organizers; our plan the acme of insurance perfection;
 Sick, accident death, old age benefits; top renewal contracts. American Frater-
 nity, Washington, D. C.. R-S-lm WANTED-An experienced salesman on commission to retail trade for Georgia, Florida and Alabama for mems Mckay sewed shoes state experience and give reference Address J. F., Box 26S5, Boston, Macs 12-1S-2t
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Give me your order for hol- iday goods. My stock is com- plete. w. B. TOMLIN,
 So, Highlands Grocer. Phone l185.
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I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Chief of Police of Birming ham, subject to the action of the Demo- cratic primary. T. c. MCDONALD.
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I hereby announce my candidacy for Po- lice Commissioner, subject to the action of the Democratic primary of the City of Bir- mingham, and if elected will perform my duties legally, faithfully and conscientious ly. J. Il. McCARY.
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hereby announce myself candidate for Alderman from the Eighth Ward, subject to the action of the Democratic primary December 31. T. H. SPENCER.
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REAL ESTATE LOANS.

THE ALABAMA TRUST < SAVINGS CO, FOOT First avenue, paying per cent inter- est per annum on savings deposits; first mortgage real estate notes bought and sold. n-22-tt
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For Police Commissioners.

I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Police Commissioner, subject to the action of the City Democratic pri- mary pledging myself, if elected to dis charge the duties of the position 1airly and impartially and to the best interests of the city. w. T. SIMMONS.
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WANTED-Young women (of good char acter only) to work in knitting mill; good wages can be earned. Apply to No. IS S. goth street.
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lice Commissioner, subject to the action of the Democratic primary of the City of Birmingham, and if elected will perform my duties legally, faithfully and conscien- tiously. J. E. SCOTT.
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WANTED-One or two furnished rooms with modern conveniences by gentleman and wife. Address G. Age-Herald.
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WANTED-Bright industrious and sober young man to solicit subscriptions for
 daily paper Address Age Herald. 12-19-tf
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WANTED-A first-class rapid man as as- sistant bookkeeper; good position. Do not call, but address B. F. Ezekiel, care l., l. L.. citv
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WANTED.

WANTED-A customer for small grocery business. Best location in city, near the market. For particulars and terms ao- dress Grocery" care Age-Herald. 12-16-7t
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For Chief of Police.

I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Chief of Police of Birmingham, subject to the action of the Democratic primary. '. w. AUSTIN