davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
TUSCALOOSA
University of Alabama Football Team
 Practlcing Daily.

Tuscaloosa. September 2I-(Special.)- The ladies of the university campus will give an ice cream supper next Friday night for the benefit of the football team.
 The boys, under Coach Harvey of Au- burn and Manager Mcqueen, are prae- ticing every afternoon and their snappy' quick work promises good team for the university this year. The first game to be played will be the University of Mississippi on this campus october 26. The game with Auburn is not yet fully settled. Heretofore the boys from Au- burn have had an easy thing of the 'Varisty, but it is believe.. that if the Auburn team will consent to meet them the Varisty boys will give them such a game as they can not overcome.
 Tom Garner is busily engaged in get ting up the Mikado with local child tall ent for the benefit of the local chapter of the Daughters of -le Confederacy. A number of the children in town are taking part in the rehearsals
 Hon. Joel D. Murphree, member of the legislatures of 1857 and 1872 and of the Constitutional Conventions of 1875 and 1901 was in the city yesterday on busi- ness.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
Feels so Good to Be My Old Self Again

Feels so Good to Be My Old Self Again. ?
 How any man may quickly cure himself after years of suffering from sexual weakness, lost vitality night losses. yaricocele, etc, and enlarge small, weak organs to full size and vigor. Simply send your name and address to Dr. l.. w.. Knapp, 14S9 Hull building. Detroit, Mich, and he will gladly send the free receipt with full directions so any man may easily cure himself at home.
 If you are not troubled with sexual weakness don't write. But if you are weak have shrunken organs or night losses write at once, as the remedy will give instant relief. You will feel stronger and vigorous from the very start. This is certainly most generous offer and the following, taken from Dr. Knapps daily mall shows what men think of his gener- osity.
 Dear Dr. Knapp-The result could not have been better I noticed warm feel ing, as of returning life. an exquisite ex- perience of renewed power. the first day l used your treatment, and cannot with bold an expression of gratitude to you for having thus led me to the way of restor- ation strength and vigor. Everything looks brighter; life offers more than I ever supposed 1t would, and nothing can be of more service to a weakened man than your priceless receipt"
 9-14-44t-e-o-sat .
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
SCOTTSBORO
Prominent Men Attending Jackson
 County Teachers Institute.

Scottsboro, September 2Z.-(SpeciaI.)- County Superintendent of Education Charles H. Hackworth, accompanied by State Superintendent of Education John w. Abercrombie and several teachers left yesterday for Princeton, where a three days session of the Jackson County Teachers Institute is to be held this week.
 MT. John w. Abercrombie delivered a splendid educational address in the col lege annex last evening.
 The Robert Donald Presbytery of the Cumberland Presbyterian Church has just closed very successful session of three days at Stevenson this week. The presbytery was largely attended and it was most harmonious throughout.
 Louis Adkins, charged with the rob bery of George Coffey, was tried before Probate Judge c. L. Cargill this week and acquitted. Coffey was assessed with the costs in the case.
 e. w Stegall will begin dismantling his large saw mill at this place next week preparatory to moving it to Hunts vile, Ala.
 Mrs. Parton of Stevenson is here today making a settlement with the Southern Railway for the death of her husband. an employe of the Southern who was killed some time ago in collision near Tuscumbia, Ala. She gets $1S00. Her hus- band also carried an insurance of 5000.
 Sheriff D. O. Austin has caused to be published in this weeks Scottsboro Citi- zen the election notice of the constitu- tional convention.
 The farmers are taking advantage of the pretty weather and are getting out their cotton very fast.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
CA 9 O E F A. Bears the /, The Kind You Have Always Bought Signature " LZYN,@Z
 of CGLZ<IV Z[L[CHZM
 = A g sE o E2 T A., Bears the H 'Ho Mnu 'ou naso hma!S oouglt Signature ~ ZZYH--
 c "A s-0 -G- ~ E& 4 A. Bears tbs /, The Kind You Have Always Bought Signature ss MHzzzZm
Treasury Department.

Treasury Department
 Office of Comptroller of the Currency,
 Washington, D. C., Sept 12, 1901 Whereas, by satisfactory evidence pre- sented to the undersigned, 1t has been made to appear that "The First National Bank of Ensley," in the City of Ensley, in the County of Jefferson and State of Alabama, has complied with all the pro visions of the statutes of the United States required to be complied with be- fore an association shall be authorized to commence the business of banking. Now, therefore. l. Charles G. Dawes, Comptroller of the Currency, do hereby certify that "The First National Bank of Ensley," in the City of Ensley in the County of Jefferson and State of Ala bama is authorized to commence the business of banking as provided In sec tion fifty-one hundred and sixty-nine of the Revised Statutes of the United States. In testimony hereof witness my hand and seal of office this twelfth day of Sep tember 1901.
 (SeaD CHARLES G. DAWES, No. 5962. Comptroller of the Currency. A-20-60t
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
What She May Expect.
The Goal of Love is Marriage and the Goal of Marriage
 is Maternity.

When young man and young woman are very much in love every step ot life they take is timed to the music of the wedding march. The happy eonsurnnla- ton may be years away but down the path of the years the clear eyes of love discern the spot which some day they shall call home. And when the mar riage is consummated and the home founded another thought begins to fill the minds of wife and husband, a thought that lies too deep for words. the thought of cooing baby voice, of
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
Cotton Crop Short.

Montgomery, September N.-(Special.)- A prominent farmer of Showdown. said to be the most prosperous farmer in that section, stated today that his crop of cotton would be nearly 25 per cent less than last years yield.
 He stated that his farm last year yield ed over 12O hales. This year he says he will not be able to raise more than 75 bales
 ''In some places" the farmer continued. 'the conditions are peculiar. On one patch of land the crop will be excellent. while on the tract adjoining the crop will be all but barren. I am of the opin- ion that the cotton crop will be short of that of last year."
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
A TEXAS WONDER.
EiaIl.s Great Discovery.

One small bottle of Halls Great Dis. covery cures all kidney and bladder troubles. removes gravel. cures diabetes. seminal emissions, weak and lame backs, rheumatism and all irregularities of the kidneys and bladder in both men and women, regulates bladder troubles in children. One small bottle in two months treatment. and will cure any case above mentioned Price $1O0 Dr. E. W. Hall, sole manufacturer, P. o. Box 629, St. Louis. Mo. Send for testimonials Sold by all druggists
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
THE NEXT STIFF

in wffe1y preparation is to prepare tosl motherhood. Preparation by the use. oi Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription will give bodily strength and mental cheer fulness. It will banish that feeling of fear and apprehension which so manyl women suffer from at this time. It will encourage the appetite. induce refresh-' ing sleep, and make the baby's advent practically painless.
 oI was pleased that Dr. Pierce an-l swered my letter." writes Mrs. C. w. Young, of 2I South Regent Street (Lee Park), Wilkesbarre, Penna UI had several mishaps before my husband per- suaded me to take your medicine. My back used to almost break when at work and would get sick at my stomach and have such headaches I did not know what to do: they used to set me nearly crazy, and I used to dread to get up, felt so bad. Then I began taking youe medicine. When baby was expected [ took it all the time I was that way. q felt fine all the time and I never gee those dizzy spells now. hardly evef have a nervous headache any more. | have perfect ronp of boy: he IS the light of our home. I am now twenty years old and my baby is almost eight months old. I feel well, and weigh I0c pounds. and the baby 23H pounds We feel very grateful for the good your meds icine did for us. We are both hearty.e thanks to Dr. Pierce's medicine"
 FOR RABY's SAKE the use of Dr. Pierce's Favorite PrescripS ton is advised for all expectant mothers., It not orly helps the mother but helps the child All the child's strength must conie from tue mother. eFavorite Pres scription" gives the mother strength te' give her child.
 There is no alcohol in "Favorite Pred scription" and it is absolutely free from opium, cocaine aud all other narcotics.
 Women suffering from chronic ail- ments are invited to consult Dr. Pierce by letter free. All letters are privately read and privately answered and the writ ten condolences of women are guarded by the same strict professional privacy ob- served by Dr. Pierce in his personal con. sultations with women at the Invalids' Hotel and Surgical Institute. Address Dr. R V. Pierce, Buffalo, N. Y.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
Drink Lemp's Beer.
WAGE EARNING PEOPLE,

w AGG H RN lNG fEiOHLE, l,
 We invite the attention of every wage earner in the dis trict to the advantages of our Savings Bank. It affords a safe and profitable place for the accumu lation of small savings. FOUR PER CENT paid on savings deposits. h. terest COMPOUNDED semi annually. Open Saturday evenings from 5 to 8 for con- venience of working people. Birmingham Savings Bank,
 1923 First ave.
 (Old Berney Bank Building)
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
Water Works for Jasper.

Jasper. September 27.-(Special) )-Hon. T. l.. Long, a leading business man of Jasper, gives out the statement that a gentleman with ample means has made a proposition to him that if the city of Jasper will grant franchise he will put in first class water works, and electric light plant here. MT. Long assured the gentlemen that he would talk to the citizens about the matter, and advise him of their decision.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
"OIL ACRES.
Property Around HartselIe Is Rapidly
 Advancing in Price.

Hartselle. September 27.-(Special.) )-The plot of land lying just west of the oil well property Is being laid off in one acre blocgs. This plot of land has al- ready received the name of "oil acres" These blocks of land are being sold rapid ly now to persons at home and abroad Three days ago these blocks could be bought for $35; today $50 Is asked Work will begin just so soon as derricks can be built.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
Stockholders Meetinq.

Notice is hereby given that the annual convention of the stockholders of the North Birmingham Land Company will be held at the office of the company. FOOT First avenue, in the city of Birmingham, Alabama, on Wednesday, the 9th day of October. 1901, at Il a. m, for the election of directors and such other business as may be brought before the meeting.
 E. N. CULLOM, President. SMITH CULLOM, See. and Trsas.
 9-15-20t fEsF
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
OPELIKA
Long Distance Telephone Line Com pleted From Lafayette to Roanoke.

Opelika, September 27.-(Special. "A ong-distance telephone line has been completed from Lafayette to Roanoke, thereby completing a telephone service from Opelka to Roanoke.
 Dr. T. J. Bland, pastor of the Episcopal church, left this week to attend the gem eral council, which meets in San Fran cisco.
 The remains of Dr A. H. R. Frederick passed through this city Thursday en- route to Lafayette from his late home in Ocala. Fla, where he died last week.
 Dr. Frederick was at one time a prom inent citizen of Opelika.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
OLD NEGRO DEAD.
Tom Collins Was 1o3 Years OId-Died
 Near GreenviIle.

Greenville, September N-(Special)- Tom Collins, colored. said to be 103 years of age died on Sim Bargainer's place last week. The negro preacher that of ficiated at the funeral says that he is 67 years of age and that when he was a child Tom Collins was a grown man. Four years ago Tom became totally blind, but his mind was never impaired by age,
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
School for Blind Opens.

Talladega, September 27.-(Specia1.)- J. The state schools for the deaf mutes and the blind opened Wednesday with an en- rollment of 1o1 deaf mutes and 6S blind. and IA in the negro deaf mute and blind school. making a total of 1sa This is con- sidered a good opening. and within the next few weeks the number will be con- siderably increased.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28

If the love of man and woman leads to marriage, and marriage looks to mother hood, what is the ain and obvious duty of the woman about to assume the obli- gations of wifehood and motherhood ? It is her duty to prepare herself for her own sake and the sake of the children that may be given her, as we'll as for the sake of her husband and her home.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
READ THIS.

Martin, Tenn. June 6 l9Ol. pr. B. ". Hall. St. Louis. Mo.-My Dear Sir: take pleasure fin saying that have used your great discovery with much ben eft, having suffered for years with kidney trouble, and most heartily recommend It to all sufferers from kidney diseases. Re- spectfully, J. w. LOWRANCE. Member of the Memphis Annual Confer ence M, E. Church. South.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
SCRATCH A MATCH

And the Gas Stove gives in stant heat. No dirt, no soot, no ashes-a friend in need. Sold at factory prices on easy terms by Birmingham Railway, Light & Power Co, ], Gas Office, No. 2l3 N. 18th st.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
MOBILE PAVING BONDS.
Bids Will Be Opened on October 10
 for $65, ,000 Worth.

Mobile, September 27.-(Special. )-Bids will be opend on October 10 for the s65,OOO city of Mobile paving bonds. The business men of the city, as well as members of the general council, think that the bonds will not be foated at the price asked.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28

There was a masquerade party at the handsome residence of MT. and Mrs H. A. Smith this week. here were present Misses Jennie Belle Bradley, Sarah Bow en, Emma Beason, Susie Bradley, Ola Bennett Estelle Sibley, Leila Esslinger, and Tommie Joplin; Messrs. Edward Mann. Jack Taliaferro Andrew Blanken- ship, Will Given, Owen Sanford, Tyson Sloan, Ed Leftwich and Walter Miller.
 There will be some opposition to the new constitution in this section of the county. It does not meet the expectation of some of the loyal Democrats.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
EAST LAKE.

East Lake, September 27.-(Special.)- Prof. w. H. Bowen, superintendent of the public schools, and his corps of teach CTS met in Hunts Hall this morning. to receive new scholars, and assign them to their proper grades, in readiness for the opening of school on Monday next. A large number of children were on hand, and quite an increase in attendance over last year is expected.
 Alderman E. G. Burchfield is confined to his home with fever.
 The Cumberland Presbyterian church decided at a congregational meeting held last Sunday to have preaching every Sun day in the future, instead of twice a mont h.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
Cotton Seed Hlnh.

Livingston, September 7.--(special)-- Cotton seed Is selling at % cents per hushel in Livingston.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28

A three-mont hs-old child of T. E. Nor ris of Berkley avenue, died last night and was buried today at Woodlawn.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
GURLEY

Gurley September 27.-(Special. 1.-The weather has been most favorable for the gathering of crops in this section, and the farmers are putting in good time
 Captain Patterson of Cumberland Gap is the guest of his daughter, Mrs. w. A. Walker.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28

Mrs. George L. Root, formerly resi- dent of Bessemer, now living in Peoria, H., is visiting her sister, Mrs. A. C.. Sharply.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28

Today the case of Mary Francis Batson vs. the Mutual Fidelity Insurance Com pany for 5000 on a policy on the life of the husband of the plaintiff, has been be- fore the court. The whole day was con- sumed in arranging the pleadings. Estes and Smith for plaintiff; Cabaniss and Weakly for defendant.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
WOODLAWN

Woodlawn, September N-(Special.)- Hoodman Hopson has gone to San An tonic, Texas for his health. He will em- bark in business there. Mrs. Hopson will remain in Woodlawn until her husband is thoroughly established
 Mrs. J. R. Rodgers of Covington, Ga, is visiting MT. and Mrs. L. D. Wads- worth.
 Miss Fletcher Stinson, who has spent the last two months with friends at La- Grange and other Georgia points, has re- tuin med home.
 The revival services being held at the Methodist church are arousing a good deal of interest. The meetings have been very successful so far. The pastor, Rev L. A. Darsey. is being assisted by Rev. Ira F. Hawkins of East Birming- ham.
 Mrs. J. R. Rodgers of Covington, Ga, is visiting MT. and Mrs. L. D. Wads- worth.
 Pure blood Is necessary to enjoy perfect
The age-herald., 1901-09-28

Dan Ford, locomotive engineer in the yards of the Tennessee Company here, fell off his engine and broke his arm at the wrist.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28

Jacob Kimbrel of Kimbrel Station, aged 65. brother of Milo Kimbrel of this city, died last night. He leaves a family of grown-up children.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28

Capt. D. L. Sweatman of Winono, Miss, who has large real estate interests here. is in town, the guest of his daughter, Mrs. James Trotter.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28
BESSEMER

Bessemer, September 27.-(Special.)-In the cas of Ward, ct al, vs. Woodward Iron Company. pending in the City Court here. the jury gave the plaintiff verdict for 5000.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28

The city Is arranging to extend Nine teenth street to the southeast, and to ex- tend Arlington avenue through to Mon tezuma grounds.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28

Pure blood Is necessary to enjoy perfect health. Hoods Sarsaparilla insures both.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28

One of the pleasantest social events for a long time took place at the residence of James Arnold Pitcher manager of the Bessemer Ice Delivery Company at Ar lington avenue and Twenty-fifth street. It was given in honor of Miss Eleanor, his accomplished and handsome young daughter, who has but lately completed her studies In the Crescent City. There was very large attendance.
The age-herald., 1901-09-28

YOUNG MARRIED PEOPLE
 and those looking forward to marriage will find Dr. Pierce's Common Sense Medical Adviser an invaluable guide to health and happiness. This great work containing 1903 large pages, is sent /,es on receip: of stainps to pay expense of mailing 0nt. Send 2I one-cent stamps for the book in paper-covers, or 3I stamps for the cloth bound volume. Address, Dr. R. V. Pierce, Buffalo. N. x. !
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1901-08-08
To Identify Her Picture.

She pictured his room with her photo.
graph smiling down at him from over the
mantel, while another of her pictures
looked demurely at him from leather case
on the dresser.
She could see him often standing in front
of her mirrored likeness and making vows
of constancy and fidelity. She knew he
would rather part with anything he had
than those pictures. But they had quar-
relied and she felt she must ask him to re-
turn her photographs, and she wrote to him
accordingly.
When she received his reply she nearly
tainted Here is what the wretch wrote:
Dear Mabel: / would like awfully much
to return your pictures, but honestly you
girls all dress and pose so much alike for
pictures that l can't tell any two of you
apart. If you like, will send YOU over
800 or 400 pictures that haze of miscel-
laneous girls, and you can pick yours out.
Hoping this will be satisfactory, | am, sim
cerely, etc, etc."-Chicago Tribune.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1901-08-08

on which the body is built. AS res
cued my Grant bag l noticed ths'mass
of dark hair that surmounted the
back. Dark hair and brown eyes are
always a dangerous combination.
After a brief sail down the Mersey,
we reached the liner waiting to take
us to Philadelphia. Those solid old
boats, making no pretence of speed or
fashion, were always my favorite At
1antic ferry. The rest and comfort
of their ten days trip make sea spell
enjoyable.
l lodged the young lady of the Sara
toga as we made the transfer to the
Waterland, and for the first few hours
of the trip was too busy fixing up my
stateroom to go on deck and take a
glance at my fellow-passengers. When
the dinner-bell rang | was ready with
an acute appetite.
1 found my plate, as an old traveller,
beside that of the captain. AS luck
would have it, on the other side of our
official host was seated my girl OF the
Saratoga. Fortunately, the table was
full, as was indeed the entire saloon,
for we had not yet reached the open
sea, and our maiden travellers had their
first waves to experience.
Good Capt. Ebers was busy recogniz-
ing friend here and there and in be-
coming pleasantly acquainted with
those at his table, left my vis-a-vis and
myself to the silent occupation of eat
ing. Now and then l dared look al
those brown eyes, but they never met
mine except with frigid glare. For
the most part they roved over the
chattering saloon, and in them lurked
smile at the reckless exhilaration Of
the frst-time-out passengers.
Next morning the girl of the Sara
4oga ard myself entered the saloon at
khe same moment.
The Republican. [volume] (Oakland, Md.) 1877-current, 1901-08-08
PROGRESS OF REFORM.

Libby, Mcneil & Libby, one of the
largest packing firms in Chicago, have
posted a notice absolutely prohibit
ing the use of tobacco by their 5000
employees while on duty.
The report of the commissioner of
internal revenue shows that our army
of liquor dealers numbers 23S,6S or
nearly four times the number in the
United States army under the new law.
Japan, with practically the same
poor laws as Great Britain, has only
$4,000 paupers, while Great Britain has
100000. A japanese statesman, being
asked to explain, replied: THE Jap
anese drink tea; the British drink al
cohol."
A national purity convention will be
held in the First Methodist church, Chi
cago, October $40, under the auspices
of four national purity organizations
having headquarters respectively in
New York, Philadelphia, Chicago and
La Crosse, Wis.
Fifteen hundred temperance pledges
have been distributed among the Chris
tan Endeavor societies OF north Penn
sylvania by President H. L. Pound,
who asks the members to use them as
bookmarks, as reminders of their IN
dying antagonism to the saloon and as
a means of helping to save others.
One of the largest life insurance COM
panies in the country has just estab-
Il. 4 Z L. II.
holders. Mortuary statistics prove
that the death rate is considerably
lower among total abstainers, and
they will be given a spondingly
lower rate on premiums hereafter.