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The daily morning journal and courier., 1901-09-20

The memorial service to the late Pres ident William Mckinley held at St. PauPs Episcopal church yesterday fore noon were attended by a large and sym pathetic congregation. Rev. Anson P. Stokes, in the unavoidable absence of Rev. Dr. Lines, conducted the entire service, which took the form of the regular Episcopal funeral service, with g short address by MT. Stokes. The service was simple, but in it's simplicity and impressiveness it touched the hearts of all in the sacred edlfice, and many at times were moved to tears. Especially was this the case during the singing of the late presidents favorite hymn, Nearer, My God to Thee" The other hymns were also particularly well chosen and heartily joined in by all present. They included:
 "There is a Land of Pure Delight" x For All the Saints Who from Their X Labors Rest"
 Peace, Perfect Peace"
 The presidents favorite, Nearer, My ! God, to Thee"
 'Hark! Hark! My Soul"
 Y And the anthem ''The Souls of the Righteous Are in the Hands of God.
 Rev. Anson P. Stokes made brief but touching address, speaking. on. the presidents relations-first, to his home; second, to the nation, and last, but not least, to God. At the outset of his re- marks he said the heart of the nation was sorely stricken through the death of President Mckinley. All around and all over this broad land were signs of mourning-signs that were not merely x outward signs, but sincere tokens of grief that came direct from the very hearts of the people. It was not only in the cities, said tse speaker, that they were prevalent, but also in the coun- try, where from myriads of farmhouses could be seen the same tokens of sor- row.
 N Tt was only few months ago, Rev. MT. Stokes said, that the people had met in that church to pay their last Tribute of respect to Queen Victoria-a' token of respect and affection that was well nigh universal. The circumstances of to- day were very similar as regards the expression of grief. In the demon sstrations for the late queen tribute was paid to a true woman, and so in thls ease, to William Mckinley, purity of life and nobility of character were rec sognized.
 MT. Stokes then spoke briefly of the Fundamental principles of the dead presidents character that could well be copied by all the people of the nation. Again, what could be more touching or ssbeautiful, the speaker said, than his great devotion to his mother and in- valid wife? It showed him to be man of singular purity and uprghtness. How touching were his remarks to an A0ld friend when he last visited his home Yin Canton, when he said, This is to me the most beautiful street in the world" < IL was beautiful to him because it was
The daily morning journal and courier., 1901-09-20
ELBOW SHATTERED.

Gladstone Smith, son of Thomas C. Smith, of 92 Russell street, met with a painful accident yesterday afternoon near his house. He was up tree, 9 limb of which hung over stone wall, and suddenly the limb broke, throwing young Smith to the ground. He struck on his left elbow, badly shattering it above the joint. He was taken to the office of Dr.. Sweet on Howard avenue and the injured member was fixed as we'll as possible.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1901-09-20
AMERICA LODGE.

America lodge No. 52, K. of F., held appropriate services at it's lodge room in the Courier building last night in memory of Brother Mckinley. MT. Me- Kinley was member of Champion lodge No 5S1, of Columbus Ohio.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1901-09-20
AT ST. PAUL'S CHURCH.
TOUCHING ADDRESS BY THE REV.
 p ANSON r. STOKES.

Large Congregation Present including Rcpresen tatives of the British Amert- can Societies -- Hymns Were Particu- lariy Well Chosen and Heartily Joined in by All Present.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1901-09-20

Mrs. Muggins-Is your husband sound sleeper?
 Mrs. Buggins-Yes, indeed Some times the sound is simply awfui.-Phil- adelphia Record
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
What Southern Women Did.

| After the battle of Manassas and up to Appomattox, Richmond and other cities were freely used as homes for sick and wounded soldiers. In Richmond. and the same was true elsewhere, tobacco factories were turned into hospitals, pro- vided with cots. bedding, and other com forts, and doctors and nurses and preach CTS were in constant and helpful att tendance. A list. printed in the Whig newspaper In 1862 gives the names and location of thirty-hve public and private hospitals in Richmond. Supplies were sent from all the States, as well as by individuals and women's organizations. Women. the most refined, the noblest and best cultured in the land, left their homes. took up their residences adjacent to hospitals and became Florence Night engales, daughters of the Red Cross, for all who needed care or comfort. It is reproachfully said bv alien writers that the Southern women are more unre- constructed rebels" than the men. It is certainly true that they did as much as the men in winning the battles, and they are now foremost in building mon uments and preserving the record or im- mortal deeds.
 As the years went on, leaden footed, the greater was the number of those who returned no more. and the seWerer De- came the privations of home lfe, with scantier list of comforts and shortened tale of hopes." Transportation, mills, factories were monopolized for govern ment uses, the circulating medlum oe- came hourly more worthless Tn purchas- ing power; medicines, luxuries, ana even necessaries were shut out by the block. ade. No house had an idler; hanos or the aged and of children were busy in the field, in the garden. in the kitchen; at the spinning wheel and the loom; ana all were helping in works of charity ana patriotism. For coffee suDsGtute was found in toasted corn, and wheat, ana potatoes; for tea, in sassafras; sorghum supplied sugar and molasses, ana e9rth- en floors of smokehouses, saturated Dy the drinnings of hacon were dug up and boiled for necessary salt -,.
 We hear and read much or the ger. cately pampered females" in NJ ancient Rome. and modern Paris ahq ni2 NewiPoEt, . this ITs Southland thI Hs of % Ours, womanhoOd was richly and heavily endowed with, with duties ,l,ie and occupations and highest soGi9l ond rnjnS tQne- Soy' SIg.'S' an1 t6oee responsibilities and duties dUt 1~I underay .dsSs our society in IS structure and permanence as Sono
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
Admiral semmes Chapter.

Auburn being a college town life is gen orally divided into session and vacation.
 When the gray-coatsd cadets take the trains many of the citizens leave too and the rest retire to private life. Even the
 Daughters of the Confederacy take val ca tic n and disband until college re-opens. The third Tuesday in September, the reg ular day for meeting, was too indictment for the memhels to venture out and that means a month to the next meeting, for Auburn is also town of clubs, and each day of the week is vigorously set aside for some particular occasion and jealous ly guarded by those who pre-empt it.
 At the October meeting there was a rather slim attendance but the members present were full of interest. The guests were Mrs. Dr. Lupton of Auburn, and Mrs Cawthon of Selma. First Vice-Pres- ident of the Selma Chapter Mrs. Caw- thon is a first cousin of the gallant Pel- ham and she related to the President of the Auburn Chapter. whose guest she was. many interesting facts in the life of that hero. Her "reminiscences of the war, if written out, would make very pleasant and instructive reading. as &C., curate and far more interesting than the usual cut and dried history. Women with experience of the war, good memories, ability with tte pen and leisure in which to write could add valuable chapters to their countrvs history.
 The Admiral Semmcs Chapter was the to MT. Owens.
 The object of most value owned by the Chapter is a handsomely framed picture of Admiral Semmes, presented by his daughter, Mrs. Colston.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10

On account of the U. D. c. Convention at Wilmington tickets will be sold from all points via Atlanta and Seaboard Air Line Railway at rate of one fare and one-third for rodnd trip on the certificate plan; tickets on sale three days prior to meeting and good for return passage three days after its adjournment.
 The Seaboard Air Line Railway Is the shortest and quickest route to Whining ton, N C., and its train leaving Atlanta daily at p. m. makes connection WItn trains reaching Atlanta from all points South and Southwest. This train carries a through sleeping car from Atlanta 10
 Hamlet-breakfast station-every day; but on Monday, November Il, special Pull man sleepers will be provided Tor the ex- elusive accommodation of U. D. c. dele gates through to Wilmington, N c., without any. change, arriving at Whining ton noon of November F. The rate Tor double-berth from Atlanta to Wilmington will be SEQ. The Seaboard Air Line Rail way has provided these special sleepers to be run through to Wilmington for the exclusive accommodation or the u. D' c. delegates and reservation of berths can be had by applying to any Seaboaro Air Line Agent or to MT. w. B. Clements Travelling Passenger Agent of the Sea- board Air Line Railroad.
 Mrs. S. E. Gabbett, custodian of the Cross of Honor, recently appeared before the Georgia Division of the U. D. C., as- sembled in Convention at Columbus and gave an interesting account or neT WOTh as Custodian. She emphasized the abuse by the Presidents of a number of the States, of Rule No. f. governing the be- stowal of the cross. Mrs Gabbett stated that It was now intended that the Pres idents of State Divisions should grant per mits to Chapter Presidents for the de- livery Of the cross at any time particu- larly convenient to that Chapter. But that Division Presidents should appoint a day suitable to the various chapters of her division, and make 1t a day to be observed by her State.
 Miss Rutherford or Athens, member of the Committee on Rules for the Cross of Honor. also spoke upon this subject, and she considered the promiscious per | mits to deliver the cross. a dissertation | of the intended purpose of the Cross of Honor and the rule governing it's be- stowal. This matter will be further dis cussed at the United Convention at Will | minGton.
 The President of the Alabama Division
 was present and was one who had mis- | constructed this rule and had granted the
 privilege to several chapters of her | State.
 Now we ask that the Chapters will ex- press their wish in these columns, in l their Chapter reports. and we will en- deavor to select day suita hle to all, to be observed by all or any Chapters who may desire to deliver crosses. if Robert E. Lees birthday January 18th. is too far distant. We hope the Presidents will bring this to the attention of their Chap ters
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
The Flag of the 18th Ala. Regiment in the National Museum in
 Washington Citv.


 During a recent visit to Washington | City visited the National Museum. In l enc of the Departments is collection of Federal relics of The War between he men ans Eeng tSS pe sSt "f S@ afforded me no pleasure. Sheridan seems to be exalted as, a great hero. had remarked this, on visit to Arllng- ton, where besides his magnificent Inon- ument, his name is inscribed also, on one of the chief gates. In the museum, with evident pride, my attention was called to the fine case, containing the splendid uniform, plumed chapeau and magnilicently jeweled sword of Gen. Phil Sheridan, the view of which only recalled to my mind the savage corn- mander who boasted that he had made desolation that even a crow flying across 1 1t would have to carry its lunch bas- ket." In striking contrast to the sur rounding grandeur, off to one side, stood | a plain case, the contents of which at once commanded my deepest interest, for in 1t lay two moth-eaten Gray Jackets | tle-scarred Confederate flag, that was marked 18th Alabama Regiment" There is also another touching memorial of the Lost Cause in the same case. It Is a l Confederate flag made of old-fashioned cotton jeans" with the stars of bleach- ing neatly whipped on. As I gazed | upon 1t, a great tide of emotion swept over me and tears dImmed my eyes, l for 1t is a relic that commemorates the patriotism and the devotion of Southern women to a war in which they offered up all on their country's altar. This unique flag had probably been made in some village or country neighborhood and the designers had nothing of which to manufacture 1t, but homely material. In the great conflict that shook this continent the humble banner waved from its flagstaff over a band of as brave soldiers as the world ever saw, who doubtless often defeated an enemy, that in all the pomp and circumstance of war were arrayed under gorgeous silken banners. In the report of the History Commission. D. 353 War Records Gin private hands it is stated that Ran dle D. Berry. Selma, Ala, possesses
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
UNITED DAUGHTERS
 OF THE CONFEDERACY.

the rolls of the companies of the 18th Alabama Regiment Infantry. I think he. and other survivors of the 18th, will be interested In the fate of their regimental flag. What has become of the 800 Con- federate flags captured during the war and that were kept in the Ordnance De- partment of the War Department? In the official list, seven Alabama flags were included. Did not Congress, at one session, take some action to return all captured flags to the South? What treasures they would be for our mu- seums! Can not the U. D. c. Conven- tion at Wilmington memoriaiize Con- gress for the return of these ensfgns of valor, that were so nobly borne by our courageous hosts through many! a hard fought battle? The attention of the Alabama delegates is respectfully called to the matter. M. P. H.
 Opelika,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
A New Cotton Gin.

New York World.
 1t is probable that no single industrial invention of the nineteenth century saved so much labor and produced so much wealth as Eli Whitney's cotton gin. Thomas W. Prior of Chicago, claims, however. to have invented a new cotton gin. which, by passing the cotton through rollers, will remove all foreign substances without any breaking or cutting of the fiber. It is said to have double the cara- city of the Whitney gin and to be capa- ble of adding from one to one aud a half cents per pound to the value of the cotton.
 On an average cotton crop this new gin, if its inventor is not mistaken will put $5O,OoO,0oo a year at least into the pockets of our Southern planters. Eli Whitney ,on whose big idea the ante-bel- lum South made a large part of its wealth, made nothing for himself out of 1t. His successor, if his gin Is what he claims. may fare better-if he escapes lifelong patent suit.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
Our Queer Moral Standards.
Omaha Bee.

Omaha Bee.
 Nothing so incenses human nature as contempt for its customs and beliefs and 1t Is quite possible that the keenest re- sentiment against the Americans in Mani- la will be caused by the interdiction of the national sport of cock-fighting. The natives will find 1t hard to reconcile the facts that Americans drink whiskey in a way to astonish them and yet have stern moral scruples about cockfghting. h. deed, the Anglo-Saxon moral standards are something which, 1t must be con- fessed, must rather confuse the Oriental mind. American officers who play poker prohibit gambling by the natives, and the interdiction of cock-fighting by devotees of pugilistic sport must seem mighty queer to people who have never witnessed the effect of American Sunday laws and the results of sumptuary legislation.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
2 renresentatives.

members. representatives. Selma Chapter, selma, H members, representatives. Admiral Semmes Chapter, Auburn, x members, 1 representative. R. k. Rodes Chapter, Tuscaloosa g members, 1 representative. Sophia Bibb Chapter. Montgomery, lS members, representatives: Pelham Chapter. Birmingham. A mem bers, representatives. Cradle of the Confederacy Chapter Montgomery, 237 members, 10 representa- lives.
 Barbour County Chapter. Eufaula, 5 members, representatives.
 R. E. Lee Chapter. Opelika. 55 members
 Mobile Chapter, Mobile. 2l members.
 Huntsville Chapter, Huntsville, Ss mem- bers. representatives.
 Tuscumbia Chapter, Tuscumbia, S2 mem bers, representatives.
 Joseph E. Johnston Chapter. Athens, 70 members, representative.
 Troy Chapter, Trop, 21 members l rep resentativc.
 Marengo Rifles Chapter. Demopolis 4a members, representatives. .. |. Father Ryan Chapter. Greenviile, Si members, 1 representative. -.9st..
 Secession Capital Chapter, Montgomery no members representatives
 General John T. Morgan Chapter, Tal- ladega, A members, representatives.
 Vefbena Chapter. Verbsna, 15 members, representative.
 Brewton Chapter. Brewton. IA members 1 representative.
 Owen Kenan McLemore Chapter. La. fayette B members. representatives.
 Clayton. Chapter. Clayton, 3s members, 2 representatives.
 Tuskegee Chapter. Tuskegee, 9 men- bers, 1 representative.
 Dixie Chapter. Montgomery. D mem- bers 3 representatives.
 Union Springs Chapter. Union Springs, 26 members, 1 representative.
 Hurtsboro Chapter. Hurtsboro.
 Greensboro Chapter, Greer rsboro.
 Decatur Chapter. Decatur.
 Florence Chapter, Florence. Anniston Chapter, Anniston.
 Uniontown Chapter. Uniontown.
 Livingston Chapter, Livingston.
 The last seven Chapters were omitted from the minutes, but are interested U. D. C. workers Delegate.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10

that they owe Mrs. Beale a debt of grati- tude for securing the Jefferson Davis relics which all Alabama holds above price.
 Mrs. Beale is not only woman f beauty and unusual grace and charm Jt manner, but possesses all requisites +c- essary to a just presiding officer She would fill any office of the Y. D. C. cab met with dignity and marked ability. Surely the remaining Chapters who will be represented at the Wilmington Conven- tion will take pride in casting a unani- nous vote Cor this desarving and enthu- siastic Daughter.
 Montgomery Daughter.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10

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The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
Wilmington Convention of Daugh-
 ters of the Confederacy.

The interest of all Alabama "Daugh- ters'' is centered in the coming Whining ton Convention. It is expected that a large delegation from our State will at tend. The following is the roll of mem bership of the chapters in Alabama and will show the part our State will play in the discussion of weighty matters before the body of Southern women assembled in the old Tarheel" State. The list is taken from the last approved minutes and representation in the Convention Is ac- cording to Article V, Section of the Constitution:
 Each Chapter shall be entitled. in all Conventions of the United Daughters of the Confectionery to one vote for every twenty-nve members or fraC tioas thereof not less than seven
 There are thirty-two Chapters in the Alabama Division as follows:
 Alabama Charter Chapter, Camden, 39
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
Historical.

Many beautiful tributes have been paid to the courage and devotion of Southern women during the war. but no greater compliment has been bestowed upon them than that given by pr. J. L. M. Curry in including them with Gordon, Lee and Wheeler in the dedication of his last book, The Civil History of the Confed- crate States.
 We give the dedication and part of the chapAer entitled What Southern Women Did"
 The women whose hearts were wrung during those terrible four years. together with their daughters now banded in the U, D. C., most heartily thank Dr. Curry
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
SOME PEOPLE THINR

And others don't have time. Those who think tna. the Accident PoH,y The Ad yertiser IS giving to it's rea5- CTS, almose free, is no good or too cheap, should learn a thing or i've. Ask about 1t. -tt
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10

Employer-And how long were you in your last place. my good man? Jeames Gust out of Portland)-Ten years. sir. and never had a single evening out.-Glas- gow Evening Times.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
Reunion Alabama Division United Confederate Veterans, Montgom-
 cry, Alabama, November
13th-14th.

The Central of Georgia Railway will sell tickets one fare for the round trip from all points in the State, to Montgom- cry, on account of the above occasion. Tickets on sale November 12th and 18th, final limit returning, November 18th. For particulars, call on any agent of the Central of Georgia.
 R. c. ROGERS,
 Tray. Pass. Agent, adv-3t Montgomery, Ala.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
Query.

Why should not the U. D. c. of Ala bama collect and compile in & handsome frame. the pictures of all Alabama Gen. erals and officers who served in the Con- federate army, and present this collec- ton. at their next Convention to the De- partment of Archives at the Capitol in Montgomery? I hope this suggestion will meet with the approval of all the Chap ters and am sure the Daughters of Greensboro will be glad to arrange a pretty ceremony, say at night, in con. nection with the presentation.
 It would be quite a feature of the Con- vention and strictly in line with the me- morial work of the Daughters.
 The work of collecting the pictures which would be perhaps little difficult could be done by Committee, with the President as Chairman, and member from each Chapter.
 It would be loving and beautiful trfb- ute to the memory of those whom we represent in this State. Let us hear from
 Alabama Daughter,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10

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The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
Good HedIlll

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 means the preservation of beauty, hap piness in the home, and the enjoyment iof social duties. There can be no good
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10
Montgomery. Ala, Oct. 30, 1901.

To the Editor of the Official Organ-Ala-
 bama Division, U. D. C.:
 A majority of the Chapters sending proxies to the Wilmington Convention have endorsed Mrs. J. D. Beale for the Alabama office on the U. D. c. board. This is in recognition of the great ser vice she has rendered the Alabama divis- ion in always forwarding every interest of U. D. c. work. She has not only given her wonderful energy. her mind and her heart. but her purse-strings have been ever loosened to every call of our sacred work.
 The Daughters of Alabama justly feel
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-10

Mrs. A. l.. Dowdell, President,
 Editor-ln- Chief. Mrs. J. N. Thompson, Tuscumoia,
 Chapter Editor. Miss Annie NJ. Clisby, Montgomery
 Historical Editor. Our fallen heroes: "Tne manner of their death was the crownlng glory of their lives. Da- wis.