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The age-herald., 1901-04-28
HORSE BRIDLED HIMSELF
 AJDFOLLOWED THE NEGRO

opeiika, April 27.-(special 1.-The most amusing incident that ever happened in a court in this county occurred In the Cir- cult Court here yesterday, when a negre named Frank Ingram gave his testimony in case where he was charged with stealing horse. He gave his testimeriy in an earnest straightforward manner and the hundreds of people who heard it will never forget 1t to their dying day He established himself as the crown prince of all the pevarieators of the earth.
 He said that he was passing the stable where the horse in question was, and seeing the gate open he thought he would shut It, but that he thought there was no use if there was no stock there so he looked to see. Seeing the horse there he started off to fasten the gate and stum- bed against bridle lying on the ground he picked 1t up and discovered that the horse was following him and so he threw the bridle at the horse to stop him and the bridle caught on the horses head Realizing that no one would believe that the bridle would fasten Itself he decided
The age-herald., 1901-04-28

The firemen of the department at Five Points have begun what will soon prove to be one of the most attractive little parks in the city for children and added to the park will be zoo that has already made the place a paradise for the little ones.
 The zoo is under the direct management of Fireman T. A. Cummings, though nv cry member of the department Is person. ally interested in it and take delight in piloting the many children who visit the place through 1t. All the men are great lovers of children and pets, consequently they are never happier than when show ing some of the little ones the rabbits, guinea pigs, squirrels and chickens
 MT. Cummings Is a special favorite with the children of the entire Southside, and when seen yesterday was surrounded by large group of little fellows, all of whom piled him with questions and seemed to count him the best friend in the world. With the other firemen he has construct ed an elegant swing with double seats, which has been given to the children of the community as their own personal property. Yesterday when pointed out by the other firemen he was busy cutting the hair of one youngster and answering questions of many others. As quick as he could leave the children he walked over to the zoo and showed an Age-Her- aid reporter all about the place
 Among the shade trees to one side of the building are a large number of matches and coops, and these are filled with the little pigs, rabbits, squirrels and chickens. There are three families of guinea pigs, five families of rabbits, squirrels and many chickens. In the lot were a number of little ones from three days old to several months Within an- other week a large number of fan-tail
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
OFFICERS ELECTED
 BY THE DRUMMERS
Travellers Protective Associa- ton Convention Attend Ban-
 quet Before Adjourning

Selma, April N-(Special) )-The drum mers spent delightful day today at the site of old Cahaba, where the losal post had prepared an old-fashioned barbecue, which was highly enjoyed
 MT. L. M. Hooper read a letter that he had received from Senator Morgan in re- sponse to an invitation sent that we'll loved Alabamian, who regretted that he could not be with the jolly party
 At a late hour Friday night the follow ing officers were elected by the T. P. A. convention:
 J. H. McAndrew. Mobile. president
 ". R. Mabry, Birmingham, first vice president
 V. B. Atkins. Selma, second vice presi- dent.
 II. M. Hopper. Mobile, third vice pres ident.
 I. H. Dewees Montgomery, fourth vice president
 D. L. Higdon, Birmingham, secretary and treasurer (Ninth time elected.)
 Rev. Mathew Brewster, Mobile, chap lain.
 R. Cunningham, chairman railroad com mittee.
 J. W. Weiss, chairman legislative com mittee.
 N. H. Frochlestine, chairman hotel com mittee.
 c. F. Moritz, chairman press commit tee.
 Q. P. Smith, chairman employment committee.
 ". F. Tayler, s. w. Lee, D. R. Cope land, new directors.
 George W. Jones, E. J. Meyer of Mont gomery; R. Cunningham, F. G. Alexan- der and I. A. Daugherty of Birmingham; I. w. Weiss Mobile, and w K. Pea cock of Selma, were elected delegates to the national convention and instructed 10 vote for MT. Sam P. Jones of Louisville for national president.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28

he would fasten the gate, climb the fence and flee. This he did and the horse jHmped the eight foot fence standing and pursHed him.
 He fled in terror and the horse ran him nearly a quarter of a mile: seeing that the horse was gaining on him he got to one side of the road and squatted partly down to let the horse pass without see ing him. The horse ran between his legs and caught him up on its back and car fled him on to his home despite his ef- forts to get off When seven or eight miles from the stable he says the horse became eenjured and told him that he was going to throw him off which it did, and that was the last he saw of the horse, and that he never in his life had such a time trying to get away from an animal.
 He told the story fin dead earnestness while the court and officers stood with bated breath and gaping mouths and lis- tened with awe at the weird story The jury having no ease against the horse for Kidnapping the negro promptly con- victed the negro for the strange ride and Judge Evans will tell his little story to the horseman Saturday when the prison- CTS are arraigned before him for sentence and the story will be straight
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
SECOND DAY WITH
 THE ENDEAVORERS Interesting Programme Render ed at Yesterdays Session MANY COMMITTEE REPORTS Miss Naldo Allen of Birmingham Read an Interesting Review of the Work
 Done by Christian Endeavor
 In This City.


 AgeaHerald Bureau, Clancey's Hotel, Montgomery. April ,N.-(special.) )-The second day,s session of the Young Peo- pIes Societies of. Christian Endeavor of Alabama has been largely attended and was full ofsinterest.
 A large portion of the time was con stunned with reports of committees which without exception showed the society to be rapidly growing.
 Miss Naldo Allen of Birmingham read a most interesting report. Her report showed the growth of the society during the year just closed. In April, 1900, there were 1O7 Young Peoples Societies and twenty-four Junior Societies. At the same date this year there were. l17 Societies and thirty juniors, making total of 17. The programme of today's exercises was as follows.
 S:30, Quiet Hour''-Rev. Neal Anderson.
 (Closed doors from S:45 to 9) Intermission.
 9:O0--A Visit to West Point
 Lookout Committee-J. w. Barrett, Bir- mingham, Ala.
 Prayer Meeting Committee-R. w. Ce- ell. Birmingham, Ala.
 Social Committee-W. P. Thetford Co., lumbiana, Ala.
 Other Committees-Rev. c. B. McDan- iels, Montgomery, Ala.
 9:30, Christian Endeavor and Twentieth Century--H. F: Williams, State Secretary Y. M. c. A. t.r Il :00- Soldiers in Council.
 Tenth Legion and Mssions-Rev U. D.. Mooney, Birmingham.
 Suggestions from Pastors--Led by Rev. l.. R. Walker, Talladega.
 Testimonials of the Quiet Hour All comrades.
 Worldwide Endeavor-Hon F. $. Ball. Montgomery.
 12 Regimental reunions
 Cumberland Presbyterian Rev. l. D.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
JACKSON.

Scottsboro, April 21,-(Special )-The full returns of the election are in. The county went against convention by PSI majority, but little interest was taken in the election. The individual popularity of the two Deocratic candidates brought out a larger vote than would have other wise been boiled, Proctor especially. The vote for Proctor was 1913, Moody 112i, Kennemer. S26. The negroes almost to q man voted against convention A num- Der of white Republicans voted for the convention. Scottsburor precinct voted for convention. out of 224 votes boiled 19i for convention Proctor received POS votes, Moody 1S9, Kennemer, 27. The larger towns in the all went for conven- tion. Owing to the high waters in the county a light vote was boiled.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
sToMAcHs THAT WON'T WORK.
That Retain the Food and Refuse To Digest It, Make the Head Heavy
 and the Nerves Weak, Need
 Stuart,s Dyspepsia Tablets.

There is a cure for dyspepsia. Sufferers who have tried noxious nostrums will probably be skeptica but skepticism vanishes when Stuart's Dyspesia Tablets are tried. Whether the trouble is dyspep- sia of long standing, or merely simple case of indigestion. relief is prompt and pronounced. The less the trouble the few CT tablets need be taken.
 Heaviness after eating, sour stomach, as indicated by belching. fatigue with slight exertion, or with no exertion at all, disturbed sleep, nervousness, consti- patton depression, "blues,' these things can commonly be set down as symptoms of dyspepsia. And dyspepsia is merely indigestion in an aggravated form.
 By promoting perfect digestion, Stuart's s Dyspepsia Tablets produces strong nerves, restful refreshing sleep, pure blood and good sound healthy flesh. They make the skin clear the eyes bright the mind cheerful.
 Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets are medi- cine and more than a medicine. They di- gest the food and make 1t easy of assimi- lation, and they relieve the inflamed, dis eased condition of the membraneous lin- ings and the glands of the stomach and bowels. They help the digestive organs over the hard places, and put them into a healthy. active condition. They effect a quick and permanent cure. You don t have to continue taking them forever, still it Is well to have box handy and take one at the first return of the trou- ble.
 Perfectly well people are made sick by eating too much, or unwholesome food, but not if they take a tablet after eating. Treatment with Stuart's Dyspepsia Tab It's does not necessitate dieting or any change of habits They digest the prop CT food and act upon the other kind in such a way as to make it pass off quick ly and harmlessy You may eat and drink what you like, when you like, and as much as you like if you take tablet afterwards
 Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets are sold by all druggists at 50 cents for full size pack age.
 Send to F. A. Stuart Ca, Marshall, Mich, for little book on stomach disease, mailed free.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
THE IRON MARKET
 CONTINUES FIRM Present Demand is Slack, But No Apprehension is Felt
 as to the Future

The iron market has been quiet the past two weeks but the price continues firm. Several sales of iron were made last week but none of any considerable magnitude.
 No apprehension is felt as to the future of the iron trade, especially in view of the fact that local furnaces are sold ahead for several months.
 In their weekly letter issued yesterday Rogers, Brown & Co.,, the well-known iron brokers, say:
 There has been no appreciable change in the general conditions of the trade .he past week as to sales and prices Con siderable inconvenience has been experi- enced by many consumers in the delay of
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
Fast Train Ditched.

Grand Rapids, Mich. April 27.-"Chi- cago Flyer, on the Pere Marquette Rail- road, was ditched at Sunfield this evening by spreading rails. Fireman William Gossett of Grand Rapids was hurt inter- nally and will probably die. Several otht CTS were more or less injured The train was running fifty miles an hour when the engine plunged into bank. The cars of the train were torn from their trucks but none was telescoped.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
VII Reduce Royalty.

Washington, April 27-Consul-Gen Bittinger at Moitreaf reports to the State Department that The Canadian govern ment has decided to rduce the royalty on gold mined in the Yuko from 10 to 5 per cent The rush to the Yukp and Alaskan gold fields for the season hs begun and will be large. says the consul -eneral. AL ready over thousand claims ave been recorded in the vicinity of C1ea Creek. A branch of the Stewart river whic runs into the Yukon, where important ew finds are reported.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
Ex.conaressman to Wed.

Springfield, H.. April H-Invitations were issued today for the marriage of Miss Mary Jane Caldwell. daughter of Congressman Benjamin F. Caldwell, Of Chatham Representative from the sew enteenth Illinois district and ex-Congress- man Oscar Turner of the fifth Kentucky district and lawyer of Louisville. The wedding will take place here at S:30 o'clock Monday evening. May g. Miss Caldwell and Congressman Turner met in Washington last winter.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28

Steele, Birmingham. Christian-Rev. Percy T. Carnes. An niston, Ala. Congregational-Rev. A 1T. Clark, Shell by. Ala.
 Presbyterian-Rev. G. L. Curtis, Avon dale, Ala. Afternoon
 Afternoon. 2:30 Junior Rally-S. J. Cassels. 3:30 Organization of the army of the coming year. | 400 Duties of the Home Guard. (a) To the Recruits-F c. Shepard, G. F. A.
 (b) On the Firing Line Rev. o. P. Spiegel. (c) At Headduarters - The new presi- dent (d) With His Weapon-Ira Champion. (e) "The Army" Rev G. L. Curtis, Avondale Alai. .l Ammunition = Question Box = William Shaw.
 Evening. 7:30. Marching Songs-Mr. w. L. Van Pelt, Montgomery, Ala. 9:45 "Our Oath of Allegiance''-William Shaw.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
will Refund Tax Money.

Washington, April 27.-Commissioner of Internal Revenue Yerkes. in purusancc of the action of the Supreme Court of the United States in declaring the tax of 10 cents on export bills of lading unconsti- tutional, has informed inquirers that the amount paid for stamps will be refunded on claims of the full value of s2 or over. It is estimated that about $s00.000 has been collected under this act since 1t went into effect, July l, 1898.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
TUSCALOOSA.

Tuscaloosa, April N-(Special.)-Th vote of Tuscaloosa, as counted today, shows the majority for the Constitutional Convention to be 27S. It was estimated at 300. The vote was S4S for and 569 against the convention, the vote being extremely light. That the negroes did not turn out In much force is shown by the returns.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
DALLAS.

Selma. April N.--(Special. 1.-The board of supervisors of election met at the courthouse at noon today and tabulated and announced the result of the election held on Tuesday last:
 For convention received 566S votes.
 No convention received 200 votes
 Majority for convention 5400 votes.
 The delegates from the state at large received majorities ranging about 5400.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
Odd Fellows Celebrate.

Florence, April 27.-(Specsal )--Cypress Lodge No. S1. Independent Order of Odd Fellows, celebrated the eighty-second an niversary of the founding of that order in Alabama at their lodge rooms last night. A banquet was spread for the members only and pleasant time was enjoyed. The lodge presented John T. Lehman, member of over thirty years standing. with a gold veteran jewel, the presentation speech being made by Geo Brabson. MT. Lehman celebrated his 77th birthday on Wednesday of this week.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
MOBILE.

Mobile, April -(Special.)-The official count of the returns of the election for the Constitutional Convention was made today Owing to irregularities the Sixth and Seventh Wards in the city were thrown out of the count. The tot vote cast was 1074 as follows: For the conven- tion, 696; against, 37s, majority of SIS.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
RuII Fiohters to Strike.

Madrid. April 27.-The tramway strike continues but many cars are running with higher officials of the company acting as conductors. The Picadors employed in the bull rings have decided to strike to- morrow If their wages are not increased.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
LIMESTONE.

Athens, April 27.-(Special.)-The of ficial count for this county for rthe re- cent election was held by the election commissioners today at the court house. Earle Pettus. Democratic nominee. was elected by maority of one hundred and sixty-eight votes. The convention car ried by like vote in the county.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
canot Collect for WhIsky.

Des Moines, la, April H.--Judge Holmes of the District Court today decided that a liquor firm outside the State cannot col lect for goods shipped into the State and consigned to factor acting on salary or commission.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
Horse Thieves Are Murderers.

Pawnee. Okla, April N--James B. Rum melt and George Barckley, horse thieves, were today found guilty of. the murder last July of J. I. Pool and the jury recom- mended hanging. The men operated ex- tensively in the Cherokee country.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
MADISON.

Huntsville, April N.-(SpeciaD-Th off, cial vote cast in Madison County in the election on the Constitutional Conven- tion Tuesday was canvassed today. The vote was as follows For the convention, 2551; against, 1920.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
Deserted.

Washington, April 27-By direction of the President, First Lieutenant Frank E. Edwards, Twenty-sixth Volunteer Infan- try, has. been discharged from the serf- ice on account of assertion.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
ETOWAH.

Gadsden, April 27--(Special, ,)-The of- ficial count was made today, resulting 1S9 majority for no convention. All Dem- ocratic electors by big majority.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
on lto keep the matter quiet for some

It was also learned .resterday that the pro oqnoters had employed geoIogist to male an expert examination of the dis trict where the boring will be done, and his report is being used as a basis for the work of organizing the company. The na- ture oi this report could not be learned. but thatit was encouraging is evident.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
LoWNpEs.

HayneviIle. April H.-(special.)- )-vThe of fcial count in the recent election is 2SO0 majority for the convention.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28

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The age-herald., 1901-04-28

Among the most promi- nent arrivals for the Elks Fair is
 ELKS' BEER, Alabama Brewing Co.'s
 special brew.
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
FIREMEN ARE ARRANGING
 PRETTY ZOOFOR CHILDREN

pigeons will be added to the little crowds of animals.
 In speaking of the way in which the zoo started, MT Cummings said:
 ''I was man who never cared especial ly for pets until q short time ago, when my brother gave me a guena pig. The little thing was so cunning that I soon grew to love him very much. Then I de- cided to began raising the little fellows and bought number of the different kinds began to build hutch for them and the children, with whom have al- ways been on very friendly terms, began to come around and ask me questions It was but a short time until my few pets had made others, ann now have larr'e nber, and tn children or 'be entire city come out to see me and the animals. "On Sunday as soon as Sunday school is out the little ones and larges ones, too, flock to the place; and all day we are kept busy answering questions and show ing our zoo to the many visitors that come Captain Bennett has charge of the chickens. In his collection, to which he is adding daily are almost every kind
 
 and he is kept quite busy telling of his part of the zoo. All the members of this department are interested and we extend a most cordial invitation to the children to come to see us, play under our shades, look at our pets and swing In the swings we are providing for them. They and the older persons are always welcome.
 "We maintain our zoo by selling just enough of the little fellows to pay expen- ses. All others we keep for the chill dren."
 The place is a pretty and inviting one and it is no wonder that the children love to visit 1t and the firemen, who are all jolly good natured fellows, take delight in pleasing visitors.
 
 iron shipments occasioned by the flood in the Ohio valley, which has afflicted others along the river still more in temporarily inundating their plants. Pig iron produc- ton has been somewhat curtailed in the Mahoning as well as the Ohio river dis trict by very high water, necessitating the banking of numerous furnaces. A scient- ist. in whose predictions many have large confidence, announces that these condi- tions will prevail through another fort night.
 "Consumption keeps up well, and with the return of fair weather, admitting of outdoor work, construction, track-laying etc., it is reasonable to suppose it will be augmented.
 '"The general trade conditions are most favorable and the tone of the market is agreeable to producers and consumers alike The steel market in all its branches is very strong. While there is some slight inconsistency in prices, the market closes steady"
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
FOR CONVENTION
 TWENTY MAJORITY Result of Election in Jefferson
 Officially Announced DEMOCRACY WINS BY 700 Vote of Pratt City and Rrookslde On Convention Excluded Because No
 Certificates Accompanied Re
 turns-Both Were For.
DEMOCRACY WINS BY 700

Majority for convention .... Average majority for Democratic nominees over ............ .... ......
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
Both chairmen Present.

Chairman R. H. Thach of the Demo- cratic County Committee and Chairman John Towers of the Republican ticket were both present while the. official count was being made. sts8.se r".t
 After the result had been officially de- clared Chairman Thach said he was very much gratified at the result.
 Jefferson County gave a majority both for the convention and the nominees" he said, 'and the vote for the county nomi- nees shows that the county is largely in favor of Democrats making the new con- stitution. The claim that any of the Re- publican county nominees had been elect ed was entirely without foundation"
The age-herald., 1901-04-28
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 Weak and unhealthy kidneys are re- sponsible for many kinds of diseases, and If permitted to continue much suffering with fatal results are sure to follow. Kid- ney troubles irritates the nerves, makes you dizzy, restless, sleepless and irrita- ble. Makes you pass water often during the day and obliges you to get up many times during the night. Unhealthy kid neys cause rheumatism, gravel, catarrh of the bladder, pain or dull ache in the back. joints and muscles; makes your head ache and back ache, causes imdfEes-