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Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
BURNED HIS OWN HOUSE.

Rutland, March 9'-Columbus G..
Churchill of North Clarendon In tit
of religious insanity, set fire to his
house late Wednesday night and al
lowed it to burn to the ground with
all its contents. He then started on
foot 1or Rutland and. covered The dis
tance of ~ miles "a quick time, arfiv-
ing here early yesterday morning. He
gave himself up to the sheriff, was ex.
amined and pronounced insane by Drs.
c. S. Caverley and s. w. Hammond,
and spent the night at the county jail.
He was taken to the Brattleboro re-
treat.
Churchill is religious fanatic. His
crime of Wednesday night was COM
mitted wholly in the cause OF religion,
as he sees it.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
PRESIDENTIAL APPoINrMEMTs

Washington, d. 9. March 9. - The
President today sent the following
nominations to the Senate:
To be consuls of the United States
Frank @ Dennis Of Maine, at st
Johns N. F.: Ernest A. Mann OF
Florida, at Brealau, Ger; Martin j.
Carter o. Pennsylvania, at Yarmouth,
rs.
To he secretary of the legation Of
the United States to Guatemala and
Honduras as-Robert II. Green of Ken
lucky; to be second secretary of the
leg alton of the United States at Con-
stantinople, Turkey, Phillip M. Brown
Of Massachusetts.
Army, infantry Lieuterants-col-
onels to be colonels: Stephen P Joce-
lyn, 25th; Charles Keller, 22nd; Will
liam f. Spurgln, 10th; Charles A.
Coolidge, 9th; Charles A. Dempsey,
lst; William E. Dougherty, 7th.
Majors to be -colonels:
William V. Richards, 7th; Theodore
f. Forbes, 5th; David B. Wilson, 25th;
Walter Z. Duggen, 10th; Leon A. Mat
lie, 14th; BuGler D. Price, 4th.
Ca airy Lieut.. Col. William w.
Wallace, I'd, to be colonel; Maj. E. d.
Dimmick, 10Th, to be lieutenant-colo.
mel; Capt. George L. Scott, 9Th, to be
major.
Quartermaster' department-Capt.
John T. French, Jr., to be quarter
master, with rank of major.
Marine corps-First lieutenants to
be captains: Philip S. Brown, John
F. McGill. Louis M. Gulick, David D.
Porter and A. j. Matthews.
Second lieutenants to be first lieu
tenants: H. J. Hirshinger, Henry d.
Long, Harry R. Lay, Charles G. Car.
penter, M. Es'y, Charles B. Taylor, A.
S. Williams, Louis McC. Little, John
G.. Muir and Frederick M. Wise.
To be post master at Fair Haven,
Vt, Ira r. Allen.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
LOCAL OPTION
Opponents Of Prohibitory
Law Organize
AT RUTLAND
viii Establish a Branch in
Every Town

Rutland, March 9.-The Vernon,
Local Option League was duly organ
lied at the Berwick House here YES
yesterday afternoon by about 50 citi
zens of the state who purport to b,
republicans. 1t was voted not to re-
strict the mem Dership to any party
The following officers were elected
President, p. W. Clement of Rutland
vice presidents, W. A. Lawrence Of
Bristol, A. B. Valentine Of B.nuing.
ton, G. G. Gilmore of Swanton. H..
race Knight Of Grand Isle. W. H
Parker of Cambridge, ". B. Wall Of
Randolph, Charles X Bean Of New
port, f. D White of Ru land. f. L.
Houghton Of Putney, +, W. Agan ol
Ludlow, j. G. Brown Of Montpelie
secretary, j. c. Jones of Rutland
treasurer, j. A. Merrill OF Rutland
executive committee, Joseph Aud Of
Burlington, j. H Blakely of Bel ovs
Falls, W. II. Bradford IF Bennington
Branches Of the League will be es
tablished in every town to carry on +
systematic campaign against the pres
ent law. Joseph Aud Of Burlington
presided at the meeting.
Letters Of regret were received frou
many including Bishops Micnaud anl
Hall OF Burlington
President Clement presided at thu
banquet in the event e and made /
speech. Speeches were made by JOS
eph Aud Of Burlington, Orrice Bal
lard of Georgia, j. IL. Blakely of Bel
lows Falls, +. c. Archibald of Man
chester and E. D. Raymond of Fai
Haven.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
A CRISIS
Is Now At Hand In Chi
nese Affairs
AGAINST RUSSIA
Great Britain Looking For
United Support Of Powers

London, March "a crisis has
arisen in Far Eastern affairs which In
the opinion of the British governmen,
is graver almost than the troubles
which originally turned the eyes OF
the world toward the Orient. In this
crisis secre negotiations are going on
between the United States and Great
Britain with view of thwartine
what both governments appear to con
slider determined attempt on The
part Of Russia to plant herself per.
manently In one Of the richest tracts
Of the Chinese empire.
The answer of Secretary Hay has
apparently not yet been received in
London although the fact that al
most concurrent instructions were is.
sued from Washington is taken here
to be a sufficient guarantee that
Russia s action In Manchuria will not
be tolerated in the United States and
Great Britain.
Japan is relied upon to take a line
in harmony with the United States
and Great Britain.
Germany in spite of the Anglo-Ger-
man compact is regarded as rather
doubtful owing to Emperor William S
friendship for the Gar. France, on
the other hand will side with her ally
What prompts the British foreign
Office to take such an alarmist view of
circumstances usually looked upon as
fatalistic sequences is the apprehen-
sion that Russia, having held her own
in spite of the protest OF the ministers
Of the powers to the Chinese govern
ment and having put herself on record
In the repy to Sir Charles Scott, as
determined on at least, temporary
occupation of Manchuria, will refuse
to back down.
TIE significance Of the present phase
can only be appreciated by those cog.
infant Of the Ie,hargic attitude Of the
British government hitherto regard.
Russian action In China. Within the
last few days all this has changed.
What a week or two ago was pro.
nounced only in line with Russia s
usual policy is now termed a "grave
and selious state Of agairs.'
Lord Lansdowne is using every ef.
fort to bring the powers into line, IN
order to present Russia such mena
cling front that without any ambigu
ity regarding temporary or other oc
cupation, she may give up all designs
upon Manchuria.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
VERMONT BOY LUCKY

New York, March 9.-Through the
transfer of fifteen pieces OF real estate
in this city for as many dollars Chas.
M. Darling, a young man living at
Lyndonvllle, VT, has become richer
by about three quarters Of million
dollars.
The property ia question includes
Proctors Theatre, Roster & Bial 8
Theatre and ltOsle er s. Balls old thea
tire in West 23d street aud the Office
building in lower Fifth avenue, form
ing the residuary part of the estate of
A. b. Darling, who died several years
ago.
The sale of the property, each piece
OF which went for the nominal sum of
81, was made by the sole executor of
the estate, Elmer A. Darling. He
explained that the transaction merely
marked the assignment Of the es-
tate's residuary interest and confirm
ed the acts of year and half ago.
The Mr.. Darling, who lives in Yer
mont was nephew of A. B. Darling.
He had TO quit claim every piece of
property involved, which accounts
for the fact that there we're SO many
deeds.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
FOR THE PHILIPPINES.

San Francisco, March 9.-The colo
mel, staff, band. and the first AID third
squadrons from the departments OF
the East and Colorado, reported today
at the Presidio for immediate service
in the division Of the Philippines
These squadrons are to be fl led to the
maximum of one hundred men per
troop by trans ers or enlistments and
as soon as this has been done thev will
sail for Manila to take the place Of
troops whose term of service has ex-
pited.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
MONTPELIER STORE SOLD.

Montpelier, March 9.-W. A. Rice
of Nashua, N HIS in the city and tc-
day purchased of M. II. Rice, his bro
ther the Montpelier book store. W. A..
Rice is to ,ntinue with his brother
as m inager of the busioess until he
can make some further disposition Of
it by changing the line of goods now
carried or otherwise. Mr.. Rice has
many friends in the city who will be
glad to learn Of the arrangement for
the continuance of his business, and
who will wish him much success.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
HEARING
On Barre Gases Are Co.
ing On
IN COUNTY COURT .
witnesses in Italian Case Are
Being Examined

Montpelier, March 9.-The trial of
Arturo Bernacco for the alleged at
tempted murder Of Chief Pat
rick Brown was formally begun at
o'clock yesterday afternoon, after a
long struggle to secure a satisfactory
jury.
The jury finally secured to try Ber-
nacco is made up OF Joseph Baker OF
Northfeld, G. H. Dudley of Middle
sex, Hervey A. Howe Of Roxbury, W
Molloy + East Montpelier. Rufus M
Pray and Joseph Tlbbetts of Wood
bury, Ffank j. Tillotson of Warren,
H. G. Ward, George W. Davis and A.
K. Graves Of Duxbury, David Mckay
Of Fayston and George Lewis of Mid
dlesex.
Twenty witnesses were sworn in
and Chief Brown was put on the
stand.
There will be hearing at 2 O'Clock
this afternoon before Judge Watson
in the E. W Cummings injunction case.
r. A. Hoar has given notice that he
desires to amend the complaint max
ing the city of Barre party. A
ht aAng will also be held this after
no,., the chaucery case of Smith,
Wh.ic NIB Il Cock VS. the city of Barre,
the . le,l ion being whether or not the
city has a right to take water for
use il, polishing mills, the same being
alleged to be for mechanical purposes
Chief Brown took up the afternoon
and this forenoon. The witnesses
we're Harry Bartolli, Drs. Reid and
D. ziel, and an italian baker. Court
adjourned until Monday.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
FAST MON TPELIER.

Mrs. Abbie Mallory is in very poor
health ut the home Of her son Frank
Parker.
Mrs. John Buck recently received a
b Of oranges gown and sent by her
father Westley Hill. who vith his
wife has been spending the past year
in California.
The board Of school directors have
organized by electing l. w. Sibley
chairman and J. W. Butteriield secre
tary. Fl. NJ. Farnham was elected
Superin' endent Of schools for the com.
ing yelr.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
TREATY WITH GREAT BRITAIN

washington, d. c., March 9.-The
supplemental extradi ion treaty with
ureat Britain, which has been pend
ln,g lor some time, was confirmed by
the Senate in executive session.
Inc treaty adds to the list OF crimes
lor which a man can be extradited
rom one country to the other, the
sollo"lng Obtaining money under
laise pretenses, the destruction or OBJ.
s1ruction OF railroads, the endanger-
ing OF human life and the procuring Of
aoortions' The vote upon the ratii-
cation OF the treaty was 40 to 16.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
PRICE OF SUGAR,

New York, March 9.-The Ameri.
can Sugar RI fining Co., and Arbuckle
Brothers day reduced the price OF
refined sugar 25 points, or 25 cents
hundred pounds.
The Natl )nal Refining Company
which yesterday made 20 per cent
reduction. Today made further re.
duction of 15 per cent.
This brings about a uniform price
Of ST cents per pound for refined pro-
ducts. No surprise is manifested in
rade on account Of the reduction.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
NO STRIKE.

Shamokin, Pa, March 9.-At 80
collieries this morning notices were
posted continuing the Is per cent ad-
vance in wages and other concessions
made last October ur til April /, 1902.
Local differences will be adjusted
with employees at the respective col
lieries. This is the first step to av, d
a strike. Other companies will likely
follow. The miners receive the above
very favorably and the strike scare IS
relieved.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
JUDGE STAFFORD.

Burlington, March 9 Sheriff Reeves
received message last evening from
St. Johns bury stating that Judge W.
P. S,afford's father is 10 poor he alth,
and the county court which was to re-
convene 90 Tuesday morning will be
postponed for one week from that date.
The recess taken was until next Tues
day morning. The case 10 have been
taken up was the Fraser will case.
1t will not be necessary for The jury
to return until Tue,day, March 10.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
MARRIED So YEERS.

Sheldon, March Mr.. and Mrs.
G. ID Thomas the Oldest married
couple living in Sheldon, Gel brated
their tifty.eight marriage anniversary
thursday. Iney are very we'll for
people of this age. Mr., Thomas is 80
! ears Old, and Mrs Thomas will also
be 80 Years her next birthday. Mr..
and Mrs. Thomas have resided in
Sheldon iort!-seven years.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
cussed may be said 10 have been prac.
tically agreed upon by both sides.
Mrs. Botha is credited as having prac.
tically conducted the negotiations.
THE NEW GRANITE PLANT.

The TELEGRAM's representative in.
terviewed Alderman John Robins
about the new stone shed, he is going
to build and learned that Mr. R obins
owns a piece of land on Batchelders
meadow, near where Corskie's new
shed is being erected and 1t is here he
will establish his new plant.
He said he had not yet fully decid-
ed Oh details, but would like a shed
similar to the up to date on G recently
erected by Burke Brothers. He is In
vestigating the cost Of such plant,
and finding out how he can secure tile
best power. Several Of the other
sheds in that vicinity use Viles' 'elec-
trio plant.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
BEST OF THE SEASON.

1t is an easy matter for the people
OF Barre to understand Eoy how it is
that the company playing "When
We We're Twenty One" through New
England can drpend upon drawing a
crowded house on all their return en-
gagements. 1t is one Of the finest
productions seen In the city this sea.
son and its influence upon the emo.
tions Of the audience is wonderful.
1t was presented here last night be.
fore well filled house and was highly
satisfactory.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
LAW UNCONSTITUTIONAL.

Albany, N. Y, March 9.-ln the
case Of Ralph J. Treat vs.. Comptroller
Coler of New York, the court of ap-
peals today decided that the law re.
quiring the use OF stone dressed in this
state in the performance Of public
contracts within the state and pro.
hibiting the use Of stone dressed In
other states on such work, is uncon.
Stitutional.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
BUSINESS MAN BANKR UpT

Burlington, March "a petition
in voluntary bankruptcy was fled yes
terday by Lyman F. Bailey of ST. AL
'bans, aHuefctrarty isss's-ss;s iiiissaaes
of s6995, of which S60g5 ~ ~ alssecur-
ed and assets Of $l235, Of which 500
Is exempt.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
NORTH MONTPELIER.

Miss Clara Beckley and Master
Glenn Feckley are visiting relatives in
Barre.
G. f. Sibley and Miss Carrie Sibley
have returned from Boston.
Mrs. Julia D. Hollister and her son
Philip, visited in East Calais Wednes-
day.
1t is reported that Mrs. Eunice
Carnes has sold her farm to her son,
Wallace CarneS.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
WASHINGTON. w

The theme at the Universalist
church tomorrow is, "The Secret of
Happiness is to get into Right Rela-
tilns with God. "
The interest in the S. $. library is
increasing under the care of Miss
Emily Calef. Several now being read
weekly.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
ADJOURN TODAY.

Washington, d. c., March 9.-The
Republicon senatorial conference de-
cided not to reorganize the commit
tees at this session. This means an
adjournment IF the Senate probably
this afternoon,
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
NO MORE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE

Indianapolis, Ind, March 9.-The
Indiana legislature has PASSED bill
requiring all persons praclicing medi
cine or the art of healing, to take ex-
aminations and be licensed. This is
aimed at the Christian scientists and
will drive them out of business.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
NOTABLE ANNIVERSARY.

London, March g. The 38th ami
velsary of the marriage Of King Ed.
ward VII to the Princess Alexandra
of Denmark will occur tomorrow and
say that the new queen Of England is
the best beloved woman in the realm.
All classes and conditions Of her sub
jects write to do her honor because of
the many estimable qualities of mind
and heart she has ever exhibited.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
CALEB BREWER DEAD.

Enosburg Falls, Mar h 9.-Caleb R.
Brewer, aged 81 years, died yesterday
at his home here of pneumonia follow
ing an attack Of the grip. He was a
prosperous farmer and one OF the
wealthiest men in the town OF Enos-
hurp.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
BIG r. r. DEAL,

New York, March ga report is
current in Wall St., that the Penn.
Railroad will lease the c. & Ohio for
900 yeas, ,aranteeing three per
cent on the Stock.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
KIDNAPPING SERIOUS.

indianapolis, Ind, March 9.-The
Legislature has passed bill providing
a penalty Of death in extreme cases,
and Imprisonment for 10 years to life
term for kidnapping for ransom.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
SOUTH BARRE.

All are welcome to the services at
toe M E., chapel tomorrow. Preach
ing at 1O:45. Bible school at 2 m.
Intermediate service at p. m. Come.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
F. O. MATHIESON DEAD.

New YORK, March 8 - Francis O..
Mali le'on of the Amerlctn sugar
G mpany died at Paris Today.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09

Any one desiring to see the $50
Quaker Range given away to the win.
ners in this contest may do so by call
ing at Prindle & Averill'S, Barre, Vt.
Those who are counting on having
coupons more than ten days old cred
tied at this office will be disappointed.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09

Two solid hours OF amusement and
instruction to be enjoyed by those
who witness the moving pictures to-
night.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09

Mrs. John iulnuns has returned
from johnson where she has been visit
ing her sister, who is i'll.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09

1t is just the time you need walk
ing skirt. The best line is at Home
Fits.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09

Get your reserved seats earT for
the moving pictures tonight,
are only few Of the b 81 SCI &.
The advance sale has been J
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09

A moving picture Of Mrs. Nations
follow ers jus the act of destroying a
kansa, ii int" will be produced at
the opera house tonight.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
RAIN AND WARNER,

~Ns ~ ~ . W AZ IV326 C1Vs
boston, March 9.-Rain tomorrow
and warmer.
Barre evening telegram. (Barre, Vt.) 1898-19??, 1901-03-09
VOTING CONTEST
District No. 8

OlStr1CL NO. ..
Mrs. w p. Hubbard, So. Koyalton, 1878
Mrs. Il. J. Ferris, Moretown, 1911
Mrs. f. S. Porter, Northfeld, 1888
Mrs Byron M. Huse, Randolph, l343l
Mrs. Philip Kaiser, Stowe, $50
Miss Vaun Bragg, Warren, 1867
Mrs. James Marion, Waterbury, 1904
Mrs s. M. Spooner, Randolph, 332
Mrs +. D. Angel, Bethel, 300
Miss Josie G.Flint, Roxbury, 81
MIS-. R. H. Dole, NOrthfield, Is
District No. 4.
Mrs. John Ingram, 5265
Mrs. @. e. Harris, 1912
Mrs. Jennie Darling, 1897
Mrs. l.. A. Houghton, 1926
Mrs. L. S. Davis, 3l49
Mrs. @ f. Stevens, 1851
Mrs. M. f. Ellis, 1872
Mrs. John R. Mckenzie, "a
Mrs. Carey, %
Mrs. j. j. Mcdonald,
Mrs. Thomas Carson, Z
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-05-25

Strengthen Our Ass4c H. H. Jndson, Beesemer Weekly.
 Annual Essay-MrA c. H. Frye, Pratt City Herald.
 Paper. The Obligations of the Press to the Furtherance of Morsftt"--S. F. West, Alabama Christian AdvCcate. Annual Poem-c. H. Green Marion Standard.
 Paper. My Experience in Alabama yournalism"-Isaac Grant. Grove Hill Democrat.
 Annual oration-f1. S. Doster. Pratt viile Progress.
 Paper, Relations of the Press to a Political Campaign"-Erwin Cratghead, Mobile Register.
 Address, The Country Newspaper as a Business venture"-W. H. Carter, Ashviile Aegis.
 Report of the Historian--w. W. Screws. Advertiser, Montgomery.
 Unfinished business.
 New business.
 Report of officers.
 seiection of delegates to the National Editorial Association.
 Selecting place for next meeting.
 Appointment of Executive and Leg islative Committees.
 Miscellaneous business.
 Adjournment.
 Every monthly, weekly and daily newspaper published in Alabama Is cordially invited to join the Associa- ton and take part in the proceedings of the meeting and take the trip t. California. Rufus N. Rhodes. J. A. Rountree, President.
 Secretary
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-05-25
MoNTEvALLo BANK CLOSES.
Notice on Door Announced Tenn
 porary Suspension.

Birmingham, May 24.-(SpeciaL)-A special from Montevallo says that this morning the following notice appeared on the door of the Shelby County Bank at that place:
 We regret to say that heavy with drawals of cash and failure to collect promptly will cause this bank to sus- pend payment temporarily. Every ef- fort is being made to raise cash.
 "B. Little, Cashier
 The special adds that it is believed that the bank will be able to pay dollar for dollar and will soon resume busi- ness.
 Inquiry at Birmingham banks elicit ed the information that the Shelby County bank is a private concern with William Walker of Blocton, as Presi- dent, and Burgess Little. Cashier. the last statement received by banks here showed the following concerning the condition of the Shelby County Bank: Individual deposits, $19,925.45; bills payable, $2,507.S4; loans, $17, 7,S05.13; cash, $2, ,365. .93; interest and exchange, I,2S5. This statement was made several months ago and no recent statement has been received here concerning the banks condition.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-05-25
PRAYED IN BAR ROOM.
Women and Men Plead With
 Puryeyor of Spirits.

Anniston, May 24.-(Special. )-For several weeks, in fact since Sam Jones was here, a series of meetings have been m progress at the First Baptist Church, of which John E, Bernard IS pastor. Religious enthusiasm has reached high pitch and several nights many of the congregation spent the hours until day break praying and fasting in the church. Yesterday af- ternoon many of the women were wrought up to a high pitch, and when one proposed to go to k. B. Perkins's saloon and hold prayer meeting in the bar, several volunteered. From the church the women and three men marched in a body, and stopping at several stores on the way and corner ing the clerks, would kneel in prayer and implore them to lead better lives. Proceeding down the street, Perkins's saloon was soon reached. The pro- prietor was absent at the time, but two bar tenders were in the saloon. One of them fled through the back door when he saw the women enter. The other bar tender was thus left alone to receive the guests. Several of the wo- men surrounded him and tearfully im- plored him to leave and secure another position, while the other members of the crowd fell on their knees in diff ferent parts of the saloon and prayed so loud that attention was attracted for two blocks. This action on the part of the women is being freely discussed in Anniston today and has created great deal of comment.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-05-25
PrLTED WITH ROTTEN EGGS.
Professor Gibson Assaulted by Boys
 Whom He Had Expelled.

Decatur, May 24.-(Special. )-Last night as Prof. W. B. Gibson, Super intendent of the Decatur Public School. was on his way home from Echors Opera House, where the commence ment of his school had just been held. he was assaulted by a shower of rot ten eggs as he reached the corner of the opera house on Bank and Vine Streets.
 Some time ago he suspended and ex- pelled a number of bad boys who could not be controlled. At the time of ex- pulsion the boys swore vengeance against the professor. Last night the boys made good their threats.
 Professor Gibson was accompanied by his wife and father-in-law, MT. Frazier, when tiie aeconpo5ed eggs be- gan to fly. Professor Gibson was be- spattered from head to foot and his wife's dress was ruined. Mir. Frazier was struck on the head by rock and painfully injured.