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The age-herald., 1901-04-19
YOUNG WOMEN
 ARE IN SESSION
Christian Association Met Yes terday for Biennial Conven-
 ton and Elect Officers

Nashville Tenn, April 1S.-The biennial convention of the Young Woman's Chris tian Association convened here today at the First Cumberland Presbyterian Church. Miss R. F. Morse of New York acted as temporary chairman and Miss Carrie B. Wilson of New York as tenn porary secretary. After an address by S.. Walters McGill on Spiritual Growth and the Motives of Life,' Mrs. L. Wilbur Mes CT read tht report of the American com mittee. Systematical and extensive de- velopment was noted in every aspect of the work. In conclusion she said:
 "The city department during the past ten months has been able to respond to almost all of the requests which have come from the field and judging from the many letters of appreciation, we feel that the responses must have been satisfac- tory. It is dealing in a thoroughly prac- tical way with the social problems which relate to women"
 She spoke of the good accomplished by secretarial training and dwelt upon the financial outlook and need of the work, the weekly prayer circle and the publi- cations.
 The report of the treasurer, Mrs. H. c. Tillman, was read by Mrs. Meser show ing balance on hand at the close of the last fiscal year of $2.50. The receipts of the year 1899 were s19,0S7.77 and the ex- penses s191A.12. In 1900 the receipts were $21, ,0S931 and the expenditures 1,0136S.
 The chairman appointed a nominating committee composed of Mrs. Matt Hughs, of Missouri; Miss Florence Thompson, of Maine; and Mrs. P, I. Cobb, of Nashville, who reported for election the following convention officers:
 Chairman, Mrs l. w. Meser, chairman of the American committee; first vice chairman, Mrs. Albert s. Marks, of Nash vile; second vice chairman, Miss Mildred Rutherford, principal of Lucy Cobb Insti- tute at Athens. Ga; secretary Miss Car rie B. Wilson, head resident of the Asso- citation house at Chicago; press secretary, Miss Elizabeth Wilson, city secretary of the American committee.
 These officers were unanimously elected and Mrs Meser gracefully expressed ap- preciation of the honors conferred. She then announced the standing committees.
 Miss Taylor, general secretary of the American committee, briefly addressed the convention, which then adjourned with prayer by the chairman.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Boycott the vandaIs.

From the Philadelphia Public Ledger.
 There will be an immense number of visitors to Niagara Falls this sum- mer, for, in addition to the normal tide of travel, the Buffalo Exposition will include the falls as one. of it's attractions, and every visitor will see, on the brink of the gorge, shutting off one of the best views of the falls, what is proudly advertised as 'the big gest signboard on earth. It is to be held in place by two miles of twisted steel cables. The object of this para graph is to caution all who see 1t to take careful note of the article adver- tised. and never, under any circum- stances, buy it. The boycott is their only remedy against vandal who so impudently defaces one of natures grandest works.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
ARGUMENT CLOSES IN THE RIPLEY CASE Last Speech Will be Made To- Judge Has Charg-
 @ ed the Jury

Frankfort, Ky, April 1S-Judge Can- trell delivered his instructions to the jury in the case of Capt Garnett Ripley, the Goebel assassination suspect, this morn ing, and argument of the case was be- gun.
 The instructions are practically the same as those given in the case of Caleb Powers.
 The first holds that the defendant must be found guilty if the charge that Rip ley conspired with Taylor and others to procure Goebel's death, as alleged. has been proven to the satisfaction of the jury.
 The second says that If the jury be- lieves from the evidence to the exclusion of a reasonable doubt that the defendant and others conspired to commit an un- lawful act, and that in consequence of that act Goebel was murdered, he is still guilty of murder, though the killing of Goebel might have been the original ob- ject of the unlawful conspiracy. The oth- CT instructions relate to the creditability of co-conspirators as witnesses and to other minor points. The court also added a ninth instruction, which is to the eff feet that before the defendant can be convicted the jury must believe beyond all doubt that the defendant entered into a conspiracy prior to January 30 to pro- cure and bring about Goebels death. Judge P. w. Major made the first speech for the defense. He said Goebel was as foully murdered as any human being ever was; he did not deny that he was killed with a steel ball; that he was shot from the secretary of states office; but he be- lieved with an unalterable opinion that the defendant was innocent of any part of the conspiracy for he had only pass ing acquaintance with Governor Taylor, and did not even know any of the other alleged conspirators.
 Judge B. G. Williams made the argu- ment for the prosecution this afternoon MT. O'Neal will close for the defense to- s.uIBsMuomtuoO puB 9uIuIoW MoIIou Attorney Franklin will close for the com monwealth in the afternoon.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Great Meeting at Eufaula.

Eufaula, April 1S.-(Special.) The First Baptist Church here has just two weeks. Dr. M. B. Wharton, the pastor, was assisted by MT. W. D. Up shaw, Earnest Willie" of Atlanta, whose earnest talks and magnetic per sonality won upon all. Thirty-five nave united wl.- the Baptist Church, and many have joined other churches. The Methodists are now conducting a meeting, Dr. T. F. Morgan doing the preaching. Dr. Wharton has received sixty members into his church since he came here September last.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
ON THE. RACE TRACK
At Memphis.

Memphis, Tenn, April 1S.-The Turf Congress stakes at one mile for Swear olds was won by Forsythes bay colt Duelist, who beat Silver Dale a length. Wild Pirate finished third. The Schorr entry, Silver Dale, and Lady Schorr. were even money favorites with Wild Pirate and Duellst next in demand. Silver Dale cut out a merry pace from the fall of the flag Going down the back stretch he In creased his lead to three open lengths D'uellist was always in striking distance however, and turning into the stretch he moved up to Silver Dale and in the rur for the wire passed the Schorr horse and won by length. Only two favorftes won The track was very heavy.
 Summary.
 First Race-Mile and one-stxteenth, sell ing. El Caney, 101 (Coburn), to B. won Bequeath, eS (cochran), to 1 and to l, second: Water Crest, 1o1 Qrvin), to l, third. Time, 1:54h. Second Race-Six furlongs, selling. velma Clark. s2 CCochran), to 1, won; Harney, 107 (Dupee), 10 to 1 and 4 to 1, second; Edith Q. 1o7 (Gilmore), 8 to l, third. Time, 1:1sA.
 Third Race--Four and one-half fur longs. Lefare. 9s 0rvin), 4 to 1, won; Kaioma no (Gilmore), 2 to 1 and to 5. second Best Man, 9S (Cochran), to l, third. Time, :5S1k.
 Fourth Race-Mile, Turf Congress stakes for 3-year-olds Duelist, 110 (Winkfield), to l, won; Silver Dale, 122 O. T. Woods), even and out second; Wild Pirate, 122 tCochran), 10 to l, third. Time, 1:44A.
 Fifth Race-Six furlongs, selling. Tom Collins, 122 (Cochran). to 5, won; High links, 106 (Winkfield), PIE to 1, second; {; Expelled, 106 (Coburn), to l, third. Time, IBIS.
 Sixth Race-Mile and one sixteenth selling, Sunlocks, 101 (Nelson), to 1, won Albert Vale, TOT (Winkfeld), to 5, second; Dieudonne, 92 (Butler), 12 to l, third. Time, 1:54A.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Attorney Pearson Shot.

Vernon, April S.-(Special)-At Sulli- gent last night Arty Pearson was very badly shot and it is thought his wounds will prove fatal. One of his arms was broken and had to be amputated and one or two buckshot entered his body. The physician who has just returned from an examination of the wounded man reports him in a critical condition.
 Pearson was drinking. and 1t is sup posed the shooting was done by s. K. Henson, with whom he is reported to have had a difficulty.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Officers Appointed.

Anniston, April 1S.-(Special)- 1.-The following officers have been appointed in the Second Regiment of the Fourth Brigade, Alabama Division, U. c. w.. composed of Calhoun County: H. L. Stevenson, colonel, Jacksonville; A. F. McGhee, lieutenant colonel, Annis- ton; J. N. Hood, J. F. Smith, majors B. G. Mcclellan, adjutant; J. F. M. Davis, surgeon; w. H. Dean, quarter master; Joshua Draper, sergeant ma jor. The order appointing the above named officers has been issued by Gen. James H. Savage of this city.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Griffith-Webster,

Anniston, April 1S.-(Special.) "A beautiful home wedding of great deal of interest in society circles took place last night at the residence of MT. c. W. Webster, on Noble street, when Miss Celene Webster was united in marriage to MT. M. B. Griffith of St. Louis, Mo. The decorations of pink flowers and palms and ferns were very effective. The couple left on the west bound Southern for their future home in St Louis.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Body of schwartzkopf Found.

Berlin, April 1S.-The body of General Schwartzkopf, it was announced this ev- ening in dispatch from Pekin, has been found. The body of his dog was first found and it is supposed the general re- entered the palace to rescue the dog.
 The suspicion of incendiarism is not borne out. It is believed the fire originat- ed in the pantry near Won Waldersees s kitchen.
 French officer who came into prominence at the time of the Fashoda incident, dis tinguished himself in the work of res- cue.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Convention of Ship Owners.

Pittsburg,. April 1S-A national conven- ton of ship owners is to be held in some city of the United States in the near fu- ture to work up enthusiasm for the pas sage of a river and harbor bill upon the converting of Congress. Capt. J. W. Bry- ant of. New Orleans, who, in promoting the movement has been in Pittsburg for several days, stated before leaving for Cincinnati today that a complete organi- zation of the river and ocean interests of the United States will be effected and the association will have as its object an improvement of all the important water ways.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Will Speak at Florence,

Florence. April 1S.-(SpeciaL) )-Hon. John c. Knox of Anniston, delegate at large from the state in the constitutional con vention, and Hon. Thomas c. Mcclellan of Athens. will speak in this city on Fri day at the courthouse, and at night in East Florence. for the constitutional con vention. A Democratic rally will be held
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
JEFFERSON COUNTY SEWER COMMISSION Meeting is Held and Permanent Organization Has Been
 Effected

The Jefferson County Sewer Commis- sion created by the General Assembly at the last session, met in the office of Ma jor F. r. Anderson at o'clock Wednes- day afternoon and effected permanent or ganization and drew lots for the terms. The commission consists of eleven mem bers, but no provision is made for any members to serve longer than ten years. In the drawing of lots terms of office were distributed as follows:
 James Wealtherly, two years.
 N. E. Barker, three years.
 James Bowron. four years.
 NJ. V. Joseph, five years.
 F. Y. Anderson, six years. A. W. Smith, seven years.
 c. A. Nolan, eight years
 James J. Smith. nine years.
 J. M Gillespie, Chambers McAdory and W. j. Milner, ten years.
 F. r. Anderson was elected president of the commission.
 The committee on bylaws was granted further time in which to make it's re- port
 The next meeting of the commission will be held on May 1. at o'clock in the afternoon at the office of Major Ander- son, over the First National bank.
 No arrangements have been made so far for the issuance of the bonds provid- ed for in the act of the legislature creat- ing the commission. It is probable that the active work of constructing the trunk sanitary sewer will not begin un- der ten months or a year.
 A great amount of preliminary work will have to be done first. such as sur veying routes, the making of contracts, and the inspection of other similar sewer systems for the purpose of ascertaining which is the best for the Jefferson Coun- ty sanitary system.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Will Build Tinware Plant.

Huntsville, April 1S.-(Special.)-O. W. Baker of Norfolk. Va, is in Huntsville for the purpose of locating a large plant for the manufacture of tinware MT. Ba
 ker operates large manufactory of that kind in Virginia and has received liberal
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
TRIED TO SCARE OFFICER.
J. F. Smith Was Seriously Shot While
 Attempting Joke.

Oxford, April 1S.-(Special) l)-John Floyd Smith, the 1S-year-old son of Capt. J. F. Smith. one of this city's prominent citizens, was accidentally shot at the corner of Main and Choccolocco streets this morning at 1 o'clock.
 While going home he met Night watch man McCombs and thought he would scare him by jumping in his path, having an umbrella. McCombs did not recognize him, and fired. The ball passed through his right breast. Smith is not expected to live.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
SPECIAL RATES
To New Orleans Via Alabama Great
 Southern Railroad.

M E. Church, South. the Alabama Great Southern Railroad will sell round trip tickets to New Orleans at rate of one fare. Tickets on sale April p, 23. 24 final limit May 2, 1901.
 Information and particulars cheerfully furnished on application.
 J. c. LUSK. T. P. A., eo1s First Ave. Birmingham. Ala.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Abbott.Cresceus Race of,

Toledo, O., April 1S.-The race between The Abbott and Cresceus at Brighton Beach track is off. { MT. Ketcham, own CT of the latter, returned the contracts to New York this morning, claiming they were not in accord with the original yer bal agreement He will shortly leave with Cresceus for the Oakley track, Cin- cinnati.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Hay Presses I'd Re Made.

Huntsville. April 1S.-(special. )-The Batte Ak Hay Press Company has se- cured site on White street and will build plant for the manufacture of hay presses and pea hullers. The plant will be removed from Decatur where 1t was known as the Alabama Foundry and Ma chine Works
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Three Foreign Teams to Shoot.

New York. April 1S.-The National Rife Association of America has received as- surances of the presence of at least three foreign rifle teams. representing Ulster Ureland), Switzerland and Canada at the international rife shooting tournament to be held at Sea Girt. N. J., next Sep tember, and yesterday Secretary Jones received a letter from the Argentin Re- tives.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
----- Chanqe of Time.

Buffalo, N r., April 1S.-A change in the programme of the opening cere- monies of the Pan-American Exposition has been annouced, due to the fact that 1t will be necessary for President Nc Kinley to touch the button which will start the machinery half an hour earlier than heretofore figured on This is done on account of a difference in time.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Sent the Charter Back.

New York. April 1S.-Mayor Van Wyck tonight sent back to Albany the revised charter as passed by the legislature. With the charter was the Mayors veto and memoranda, giving reasons why the city of New York had refused to accept if
The age-herald., 1901-04-19

at the night meeting in East Florence MT. Knox writes that the convention will carry in the state by a large majority, and that the people are coming over to
 the convention wherever they have lis- tened to the speeches in favor of 1t. The campaign is being fought out on the line of eliminating the negro vote of the State.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
rs. WinsIow's Soothing syrup.

the best remedy for DiARRHoEA. Sold by druggists in every part of the world Be sure and ask for "MrA. WinsIow's Soothing Syrup" and take no other kind Has been used for over FIFTY YEARS by MILLIONS of MOTHERS for their CHILDREN .as Wh,LM TEETalMG. E. with CHILD, SOFTENS the GUMS. ALLAYS ai. S<AIN. CURES WIND CoLIC. and Is Twenty-Five cents bottle.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
ELKs' STREET FAIR
And Trade Carnival, Birmingham, Ala,
 April 2sMay 4, 1901.

The Southern Railway win sell tickets at one fare for the round trip to Birm- ingham within a radius of one hundred miles, for this occasion. Tickets on sale April 2sth. 30. May 1st. 2d. Sd, 4th. fins- limit May 9th. 1901.
 For information, tickets, etc. call olf Southern Railway Ticket Agent. or writ9
 c. E. JACKSON,
 T. P. A., Birmingham.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
ForebodIne.

From the Washington Sar.
 Ere long we'll face the season
 That provokes the sorrowing song; When we cease to fear the blizzard And the hot wave comes along.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19

Wanted for U. s. Army: Able-bodied. unmarried men. between ages of 21 and s5 years; citizens of United States. of rood character and temperate habits, who can speak. read and write English. Re- cruits specially desired for service In Philippines. For information apply to Recruiting Officer. North 20th street, Birmingham, Ala.
 2-6-wed- ed-fri-mon-to-6-30.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19

of civilians have conducted themselves In such manner as to necessitate court martial or a trial by a military commis- sion in the case of the civilians. It Is said. however that there might be exaggera- tion in regard to the offenses with which they were charged.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
A Lono Reach.

From the Ohio State Journal.
 Rastus Chalkeye-Rufe JolInsing said dat a buhd in de han am wurf two in de bush.
 Washington williams-I kalkilated dat Rufe had. longah reach dan dat.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
MACARTHUR SAYS IT IS EXAGGERATED Still He Says Several Officers and Enlisted Men Will
 be Tried

Washington. April 1s.-The following cablegram was made public at the War Department today:
 Manila-Adjutant General, washington: With reference to your telegram of the 18th. press report grossly exaggerated, misleading; matters therein touched upon regarding officers subsistence depart ment fully investigated Proceedings mailed by transport Sheridan regarding theft commissary stories: amount gross ly exaggerated by press reports. Immed- fate most drastic measure already been applied Three officers and number en- listed men being tried court-martial Number citizens military commission.
 McARTHUR. There is cause for regret in the War Department that even under the best con- struction that can be placed upon General McArthurs dispatch, three officers and a number of enlisted men and number
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
ATExAs WONDER.
siaIl,s Great Discovery.


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 vollna, Ala, July 1, lSs9 pr. E. ". Hall. St. Louis, Mo.-Dear Sir: wish to state that have been 2 constant sufferer for a number or year. from kidney complaint and have never found remedy that relieved me so much as one bottle of The Texas Wonder, Hal Great Discovery. and feel thankful TOT the great and beneficial results, believing that one more bottle will effect cure, and may the Lord bless you in your good work. Truly yours,
 REV. R. c. KIRKLAND.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
Murder,

From the Philadelphia Bulletin.
 Don't you think that girl at the piano has talent for execution?''
 oh, yes; and so has the butcher, for that natter @ g4
The age-herald., 1901-04-19
l, ,PECIAL RATES VIA SOUTHERN
 RAILWAY.

The Southern Railway now has on sale winter tourist rate tickets to all prom fnent resorts for the winter season Ele- rant train service on quick and conven- lent schedules
The age-herald., 1901-04-19

Remember the Souther Railway now operates a through sleeper Birmingham to Richmond, Va, leaving Birmingham train No. 36 4:10 p. m.; no change now
The age-herald., 1901-04-19

The best that can be said about a med icne Is said about Hoods Sarsaparilla. It Cures.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19

Apply to union depot ticket office, or Southern Railway passenger office, No f019 First avenue for f'iil particulars.
The age-herald., 1901-04-19

Call for Alabama Brewing Company's Extra Pale" and standard" Beers. On tap or in bottles. Phone 1928.
Clarke courier. [volume] (Berryville, Va.) 1869-1997, 1901-01-30

In another column appears q COM
municstion from DR.. II. d. Kerfoot, in
which that gentleman announces bis
opposition to the candidacy of Mr..
A. Moore, Jr., for the constitutional
convention and gives his reasons
therefor.
While the COURIER intends to
stand neutral in fights between the
friends of any candidates for the re-
sponsible position as delegate to the
new constitutional convention from
this county, we cannot forbear in ex-
pressing our concurrence with one
point in DR.. Kerfoot's letter, which
we have before expressed in our edi-
torial columns, that all candidates
should give publicity to their views
upon the main subjects likely to come
before the convention, in order that
the people may select the man who
hAOSN Auitl ACuSSNc NuciI NlcWs. III
this way the wishes and wants of q
majority of the people are more likely
to be preserved in our new organic
law, and thus there will be no trou BILE
of the new instrument meeting the
approval of the people.
If Mr.. Moore, or any other gentle
man who may be brought forward BY
his friends, elect to DO so, we ex-
tend to them the use of the columns
of the COURIER to express their opin-
ions regarding the changes that they
may deem proper to be made in our
present Underwood law. Our col
umns are also open to anyone who
may wish TO discuss this, the most
momentous question that now con-
fronts the Virginia people. All we
ask is that such communications be
handed US before Saturday morning
Of each week.