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The age-herald., 1901-06-26
RETAIL eRocERs MEET.
Association Elected Officers Last Night
 and Discussed It's Benefits.

An enthusiastic meeting of the Retail Grocers' Association of Birmingham was held last night at which new officers were elected and a state organization on plans similar to the local association ad- vocated.
 The meeting was largely attended and a number of talks were made wherein the benefits of the association were dis cussed. Among the speakers was s. T. Key of Ensley and Pratt City. who talked very Interestingly on subjects relating to the local grocers.
 The new officers elected last night were: L. B. Shelton, president; S. Kauff- man, vice president; A. A. Jones, secre- tary.
 The board of control will be named by President Shelton at an early houI.
 A resolution to effect an incorporation of the association was passed and q state organization was advocated by sev- eral speakers.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
WEATHER. BUREAUS
 WEEKLY SUMMARY
Crop Conditions Are Reported to be Favorable in the
 Southern States

Washington, June 25.-The Weather Bureaus weekly summary of crop con- ditions is as follows:
 The temperature conditions of the week ending June a. were highly favorable in nearly all parts of the country. The South Atlantic states, which suffered from excessive rains in the previous week have experienced more favorable condi- tions for cultivation which has been seri- ously delayed.
 Further and general improvement In the condition of corn is indicated In the Southern states the corn crop is doing we'll except in Texas, Louisiana and Southern Mississippi where it Is greatly in need of rain especially in Texas. In the Atlantic coast states the crop has made favorable progress but needs culti- vation in portions of the Virginias and Carolinas.
 Winter wheat harvest has advanced under favorable conditions during the week. Increased reports of rust are re- ceived from Ohio and Virginia. In the Carolinas gain generally in shock has suffered some injury from moisture.
 In the central portions of the cotton belt cotton has continued to improve. In the Carolinas and Florida the crop is very grassy, but has received much need ed cultivation in Georgia. In South Caro- lima, however, a slight improvement is reported, but in both the Carolnas and Florida the condition of the crop is very promising, some fields in South Carolina having been abandoned. Over the North ern portion of the western districts cot ton has made rapid growth and while holding out well in Louisiana and Texas it would be greatly benefited by rains. Some picking has been done in Southern Texas.
 In the principal tobacco states tooacco is growing well and the stands are good. Transplanting is now about finished in the more northely sections and cutting has begun in South Carolina.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
NO PRESIDENT
 ELECTED YET
University Trustees Met Last Night, But. Adjourned Until
 Today Without Action

Tuscaloosa, June &.-(Special,)-Th trustees of the University of Alabama were called to order at 8 o'clock tonight by Governor Vim. D. Jelks. All of the trustees but two were present. Several minor matters were disposed of, after which Dr. Powers stated to the board that any newspaper reports referring to : him as his own possible successor did not eminate from nor were inspired by him. The matter of the selection of, president was then taken up in executive session but the board adjourned until o'clock tomorrow morning without selecting any one. The successor to Dr. Powers will undoubtedly be selected tomorrow, but just who he will be is not known. It is said MT. Lomax one of the committee to nominate a president has just returned from New Orleans, where he has been on :. that business.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
W CAUGHT BREAKING CARS.
 Two Negroes Arrested by officers, and Now in Jail at Decatur.

Decatur. June 2.-(Special)-For sew eral days past freight cars on the South ern side tracks have been broken open and rifed. Agent Morrow and Chief O. D. Young were quietly at work on the case. and this evening landed Mason Ewing and Sam Hampton in jail, catch ing them red handed, through an old ne- gro whom John Fulgham. stock agent of the Southern bribed. Five cars had been broken open and miscellaneous packages of heavy groceries removed Hampton has restaurant and it is said was receiving the goods and selling them to negro storekeepers. About $20O worth of goods were missed and portion re- covered.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
TUSCALOOSA.
Locomotive Engineers Picnic-Death of Small Child.

Tuscaloosa, June 25.-(Special) )-The an- nual picnic of the Brotherhood of Loco motive Engineers, which is being held to- , day at Scottsville, carried away from this place a large part of the population this morning. The engineers picnic has got ten to be one of the most enjoyable pie nics given each year.
 The local clerks are called to meet to- morrow night for the purpose of organiz- ing clerks union in this place. The movement has been on foot several days and the meeting tomorrow night will probably. launch the union. There is also some talk of the early organization of a printers union in this place. s
 Little Samuel Minturn Leach, only child of Dr. and Mrs. Sidney Leach, was brought here yesterday afternoon from Lookout Mountain and his remains in tered in the city cemetery. The child was taken to Lookout for his health, but died there in a few days.
 MT. and Mrs. M. I. Burton will leave in a few days for Biloxi Miss, and have rented their home place to Col. w. w. Brandon.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26

delightful refreshments of ices and cake were served
 The Rev. and Mrs. H. W. Finn are spending a week with friends in Annis- ton,
 Misses Florence Peebles and Rosa Rains have returned to Birmingham. after a pleasant visit to Mrs. H. L. Bains.
 Miss Minnie Wright is the guest of Mrs W. L. Perkins, in Anniston.
 Mrs w. B. Cockrell has been quite i'll for several days.
 MT P. T. Whilden left yesterday for a few days stay in Lawrenceburg. Ky.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
HABEAs CORPUS PROCEEDINGS.
Mrs. Lewis Institutes Suit to Recove
 Child From Her Husband.

Huntsville, June 25.-(Special Mfrs. B. A. Lewis began habeas corpus proceed ings in the Probate Court yesterday for the recovery of her son. Joseph Miller Lewis, from her husband, B. A. Lewis. MT. Lewis took the boy from his wife Saturday as she was leaving the city and in turn she had him arrested for kidnap- ing. Habeas corpus proceedings were stopped by compromise, Mir. Lewis agree ing to let his wife keep the child on con dftion that he will be allowed to see him whenever he desires.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
Guards Killed.

New Orleans, June 25.-A report from Angola lantation says that two guards at the State convict camp were killed by another guard, presumably in a quarrel. The dead men are brothers named Nesbitt from Baton Rouge.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
Cotton Mill Nearly Complete

Huntsville. June 9. = (special) = The new Rowe cotton mill is nearing compile tion and the roof will be placed on the building within two weeks from now. Contractor Hinman expects to have the new industry ready for operation by Sep tember 1.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
BESSIE M ER.
Young Ladies' Afternoon Club Was En.
 tertained by Miss Edmonson.

Bessemer, June 25.-(Special) T The Young Ladies Afternoon Club met this afternoon with Miss Mary Edmundson at Mrs H. L. Bain's. Miss Ada Mclean of winora was the charming guest of honor.
 The first prize for the afternoon. a pretty vase, was won by Miss Mary Hard. the second. powder box. by Miss Kate Giles.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
Eryan Lectures Twice.

Watertown, N. Y, June 25.-William J. Bryan arrived here today and was met by a large crowd. He spoke on "Civili- zation'' to large audience at the State armory. This evening he lectured again on "A Conquering Nation." Admission was charged to both lectures.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
SUMMER RESORTS.
ST. CLAIR SPRINGS

The Baden-B Baden of Alabama will be opened as first class health and summer resort on
 JUNE THE FIRST, 1901. by the undersigned. We have built a large dining room, bath house and pavil- ion. and have fitted up a number of cot tages with all the comforts of modern hotels.
 Our service, cuisine and accommoda- tions will be perfect. our prices moderate. St. Clair Springs is the best family re- sort of the South.
 For terms or any other information write us either directly to St. Clair Springs, post office Cornelia, St. Clair County. Alabama. or care of our city ad- dress, the new Metropolitan Hotel, Bir- mingham, Ala.
 LESSER 6 GILARDoNI. ed-fr
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
A TEXAS WONDER.
HaII's Grdat Discovery.

One small bottle of Halls Great Dls- covery cures ail kidney and bladder troubles removes gravel, cures diabetes, seminal emissions weak and lame backs. Rheumatism And all irregularities of the kidneys anf bladder in both men and women, regulates bladder troubles in children One small bottle in two months treatmen9 and will cure any case above mentioneh Price s1.0O. Dr. E. ". Hall, sole maEufacturer P. O. Box 629 St. Louis. No Send for testimonials. Sold by all di{IggistS.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26

Tomorrow at Rock Vert in Wilcox County, pr. G. G. Newton of Bellville in this county will be married to Miss Georgie Murphy, Messrs E. E. Newton and W. M Newton. brothers of the groom and Hon. J. F. Jones left today to attend the celebration of the nuptials. Dr. Newton Is a very popular young physician of this county. His bride is said to be one of the lovelest and most beautiful of her sex. They will make their future home with the mother of the groom at Bellville.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
VolIna Ala. Ju1v 1st 1899.

NoAaht1t 11iN.f " uiJ to'f Aoos-
 Dr. F. w Ha1l St. Louis Mo.-Dear Sir: I wish to state that I have been constant sufferer for a number of years from kidney complaint and have never found a remedy that relieved me so much as one bottle of The Texas Wonder, Halls Great Discovery, and I feel thank full for the great and beneficial results. believing that one more bottle will effect a cure, and may the Losl bless you in your good work. Truly yours,
 REV. R. C. KIRKLAND.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
"Badly Crippled. z

Rheumatism at its worst is sort ot living death It chains man to char or binds him to bed, and metes out to him a daily martyrdom. At the besl
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
Liuht for Pekin.

Shanghai June 25.--A German firm has secured the contract for the electric light ing of Pelkin.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26

Tone up your whole system for the sum mer season by taking Hoods Sarsaparil- la.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26

This afternoon at 6:sO dirt was broken for the sick ward of the Baptist Orphans Home. There were appropriate and in teresting ceremonies. es
The age-herald., 1901-06-26

working a complete change il the blood; the acids are neutral. ized, the circulation purified and the rich, healthy blood that .s carried to the irritated, aching muscles and joints, soothes and heals them. S. $. s. cures Rheu- Ii1atisfn even when inherited or brought on by the excessive use of mercury. Opium, in som. form, is the basis of nearly all so-called Rheumatic Cures
 which deaden the pain but do
The age-herald., 1901-06-26

I heuil1a a { Is III IS q painful nialady, in terferirg alike with pleasure and busi- ness.
 To cure rheuma- tisn it is necessary to eliminate froir the blood the acid poisons which are the cause Of the dis ease This is effect ually done by the use of Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Dis cOvery. IT CdIl1eS out of the blood the corrupt and poison ous accunulations which bree d ind feed disease. It in creases the activity of the blood-inaking glands and sends al, increased supply of
 rich, pure blood t hrou gh vein and artery to strengthel. every organ of the body.
 VI had been trohble' with rheumatisf1 fol, twelve years. so bad d times l could noy leay! my bed.p writds Mr . Z . x~I, .l
The age-herald., 1901-06-26

"Three years ago had severe attack of Ia grippe which left me almost a physical wreck. To add to my wretched condition, tried all the physicians in our city, but none of them could do me any permanent good. | used all the rheumatic cures could hear of. 6. was relieved of the pains and have gained in flesh and strength and, my general health is better than for years. consider 8. 8. 8. the grandest blood medicine in the world, and heartily recommend 1t to any one seek ing relief from the tortures of Rheumatism.
 B. F. GREGORY, Union, 6. C."
The age-herald., 1901-06-26

innd fveh and
   dmsery
  ina nenti s atendedw x
  disease change the weather c " 1
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
Everareen.

Evergreen, June 25.-(Special.) .)-The Masonic conference which commenced yesterday will continue through tomor- row. Many distinguished Masons are at tending. Yesterday the exercises were public and pr. R. M. Cunningham, the Worshipful Grand Master of the State delivered an eloquent address.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26

 lining  mineral dangerous drug of kind hut simple vgsb advice
 
 THE SWIFT SPECIFIC COMPANY ATLANTA. GA.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26

cades, williamsburg CO, s. c .I wal balll 1. crippled Tried many doctors and two pf theii l; gave me up to die None of them did rlre nuol good. The pains in my back, hips and lei !, land at times in my head), would nefrly. k's me. My appetite was very bad Eyffyho,t of the Golden Medical Discovery atd foit
 vials of Pellets and to-day my heaithtis gos ] after suffering twelve years with rheumf fistn' Doctor Pierce's Pleasant Pellets ar. powerful aids to the, cleansing If th; sclogged system. By all dealtrs 1T
 medicine.
The age-herald., 1901-06-26
Rheumatism 9I

Rheumatism is due to an excess of acid in the Mood When this escapes through the pores of the lkn as it often does it produces form of skin eruption some itching disease like Eczema or are suddenly closed by exposure to cold and sudden nH
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11
a. B. Jungb ecker & COS.
Locals.
Have YOU seen our Toys -?

Have YOU seen our Toys?
We have Il splendid hnr.
A large ano complete line Of
Outs, Bicycles, Doh Buggics. Doll
Houses. Beds, Cradles, Trunks, Tea
Sets. Swings, Pianos, Tool Chests,
Croquet Sets. and many, many
roys of all kinds.
Nice presents sr yuung and old.
4 elegant line of Albums, Toilet
Cl-er, Shell Boxes. Novelty Tray E,
Cuff and Collar Boxes, Vases, Wine
md Water Sets, Fruit Bowls, Beau
iiul Lamps, Cups, saucers and
Plates, without end
Take "a peep at our show windows
\ grand selection of Tree Orna
uents, Candles, Penny Candies.
fancy Box Candy, hand made
Creams, etc.
Nuts of all kinds, SeedleAs Rails
irs, Cnrrants, Cilron and Flavoring
Extracts
A complete assortment of Fire
ivo,ks, -AH Nc7o Goods, ut the low
st prices.
Remember our STAPLE and Fancy
line If Groceries. Canned Goods,
iiams, Bacon, Dat Meal, Jelles.
Flour, in fact everything in the
grocery line.
Give us u call It is1ourpleasure
o show you goods and prices.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

Otto Richter WAS in the city last
Saturday. after an absence of nearly
two years. Otto is looking ex-
lremely well and his friends were
al glad to see him. He lett Satur-
lay night for New Mexico, whore
he will remain for some time.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11
Marrled..

Last Thursday December 9TH at
he residence Of Mr. Vim. Zander,
Mr.. Harry Iieijean ard Miss Al
wilma Zander. Rev Stock OF Char
.iottenburg officiating. The Gazette
isnes The young couple much hap
.piness and IL long life.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11
500 pairs shoes a
cost at y. Muecke's.

Bishop Forrest of San Antonio,
was in the city last Wednesday
and confirmed large number OF
children at the Catholic church.
A large crowd was present to wit
ness the ceremony.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

Mr.. Wm. Roerm, one Of our pros
porous farmers, loaded all his be-
longings On car last Saturday
and willmove to Runge. The Gaz-
cite hopes he may be successful in
his new home and raise big crops
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

A gang Of abcat forty convicts
have heenut work in Sinner during
the past week improving the road
bed and crossings of the railroad
They have done good work, the
crossing at the depot is now in
especially fiue condition.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11
Toilet & Medicinal Soaps.

A full line of Toilet and Medic
inal Soaps, ut prices 70 suit, at
Schultze & seydler's.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11
Christmas and New
Year Cards.

Please call ana examine our line
# Christmas and New Year Cards
elegant, appropriate and prices to
,uit at Schultz & Seydler's.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11
Millinery and Dressmaking,

Miss Freedman the new Dress.
maker, will make you a splendid
fitting dress and Miss Brieger will
make your old hat look like new,
Call and be WINGED.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

-Whra ia town 90 t. saloons
that handle Magnolia beer a. it is
the best
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11
Sap Isxcursion Isntes.

Winter touri rates TO Marlin,
Elective Oct. 81, round trip tickets
Yoakum to Marlin W 55, to Wooten
Well, 81 so.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11
LOCAL NEWS.

Scceeo "a oooeeS
ii"' ana c'i" BATHS at A. Z
N"'pkeS'
Q. l. Williams spent last Thurs-
u'y Al NJ" o IL on BUSINESS
Powdered Sugar for cakes, at
5. A. Carnes a. Co.'S,
Mesers Chss. Il. Schmidt and
Dietrich Olhold visited Yorktown
East week.
Hair trimmed in all styles. at
A. c. Koepke's.
~ Cb.o r,.,.. ,,o h.h..,,
iivino ne,r Sinner. has moved 10
Nordheim
~,
sLiner At s (. Garner. f. G,
=, Ssni,hviile Inst SATURDAY. NIGH,
an h,ieiness.
II Holcbots d,ri,, bis b,y tost
S,lc
~ II p r,cL v,s .hsa.t ~
Lalirange last Thursday and Friday
~ business
~.
Z NV ce,,.;,,y bave = ,;ca li,a q,
Christmas 9 DDS.
1e -
:,. =,
them.
Nc car, w6o hoe boon ,;.;t
inr A5rs Vim Green returned 10
4J,usto, lac, u,ndav
n,,n,, raj, 70 sac Tho Ria Show
D,l,a c.r,es IN
..a.o 4, ~ H., ,.s, ,.aaL ,.;;,;n''
Mr. Fri,x Rsrckenbos
Don la'' 20 a''ena .''a. Tio,uo'
N>l UNI, 80
.
Cotton tooS ano'her jump 'aS'
Monday ana middiing Is now q"'te"
~ :
-,
ne o'fs'T' n"e :" '''"'
we ivy "'o =, '0"0'' p 49,
:, ~,
E ~ - .'e'o'', a''u "'' o'"n
MAN 'ei' NV -"V'''a, y" ':i
e''e WHY " "o va" ~
~ '''ufe'
DO you need a pocket knife?
| so schvab will cell you a good
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

Try gallon Of that fine New
Croi' isibi"u Cane syrup. Best
ON the market. at 5. A. Carnes
n Cna.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

Mr.. Emil Lurdecke has brought
farm OF 100 acres near Waldrck
IN l'ayette courty aud will move
there shortly with h.s family.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

Note the change in Wplters Bros.
advertisement. They have II new
stock Of huggies and sluries which
they are uT ring cheap.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

G. J. Gray Esq. left last Sunday
for Fort Griffin, Shackleiord county
t. Wit his father DR.. &. W. cray
He will be absent about month.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

Contractor Parry has been in lhe
G " Tor svseral dnys, hSurirg 81
otne work.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

We have the finest and cheapest
line of rugs in the city. Can add
zee them at Il. E. Ruhmann Il
Bros
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

The big rain last Sunday was q
long time getting here, hut it iilleo
a long felt want aud viii be product
i've Of much good in various Mays
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11
Photograph and Autograph
Albums, A select and beautiful

assortment OF Photo and Autograph
Albums. Prices reasonable, at
Schultze e Seydler's.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

The waterworks committee have
paid another note OF S4UU due OIL
the plant and now have only -
balance of 5000 to pny To clear tn,
plant of all Indebtedness.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

Our Staple and Fancy Grocery
department is upt,,date and W,
kindly ask a share of your valued
business. s, A. Carnes IL Co
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

Mr.. August Stephan has pur-
chased the Opera House saloon
from Mr.. e. l.. Herdlcr and viii
continue the business. MIR. Herd
Ter will move TO Fayette county.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11
100 suits of clothes
at cost at G. Muecke' S.

The display Of Christmas goods
in the stn.w window Of w. 5. Mer
rem is beautiful in ths extreme
take the little ones around to see il.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

S A. Carnes 4 Co.'S. shelves and
counters are crowded with Christ
mas goods. Can and inspect ana
purchase.
Shiner gazette. [volume] (Shiner, Tex.) 1893-current, 1901-12-11

shines at "a ner ,.pu di.c,unt
Nv Aa,.vrp 81 sruruM,yy
The stocks of Christmas goods
l,r.. and w,JI saloc,,1 s,d .,.rv
n,d, c,, ie su;,.d
-Wbr,1 ia town 20 II saloons
WAY MANURE ""s'o''' '''' d" ~ y
'"o "es'' --
Mr.. john Suhr came up frsn
lfob-on last SuIday nilnt aud
tr,.oas :, this ,I,..
Try a gallon Of that fine New
Croii itihimu Cane Syrup. Best
:. re-,
Mr.. Emu LurdecKe haS brought
a iarm on l"o acres near W "lorck:
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1901-11-05
The site
1pI1NO1

THE SUPERIORITY Of the Stieh Piano is fully
guaranteed through reference 10 IN c ir catalogue
Established 50 years. The factory was originated
continuing the business under the original name, Chas
NJ. SteiH. One of the brothers, Geo. W. Stief, of
Houston, will atteud the Central Texas Fair with
era fine samples and will make SPECIAL prices and
terms Don't fail to see the piano, on exhibit. The
Texas branch is located ut Houston. Addrcs, Geo.
W. Stief Houston, Texas. Old pianos taken in trade
as part payment
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1901-01-06
xiiNrS IRRFp.CFNUR PyOPII
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,.tt,1 p,rz,urI I,ftrr Of f0.rt- fr,r. th..
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The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1901-01-06

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lie Nl,0,d rod ewes Wi. -Hn,ttu. .t' 'u' Dee
,,Niur do a thing AZ duck huoWvd 'hu
we'll h. did NNtraNl Ne ~" went way an
| could see q l.rl 10 hrr els w'cn she passed
Arizona republican., 1901-07-07

A few days ago the Los Angeles Times discoursed editorlally, and with
 apparent earnestness. CONCERNING the question of hered- HBREDITY. ity. The editorial was
 based on a valedictory address delivered at some academy in that state by a son of stephen M. White The young man acquitted him self in such a manner that he was held to be the son of his distinguished father, oratory was declared to run in the White family. and therefore the doctrine of heredity was firmly and unalterably established,
 Now valedictory address at an acadsmy commencement is not an accurate measurement of oratory. It is really not a measure at all. Again Senator White, though very abe man, was never classified as great orator, Of the really great orators of the United States We can recall none whose father possessed any oratorical ability whatever. nor do We know of one whose son was worthy successor We are therefore constrained to in- sist that if there is such a thing as a mark of heredtty. 1t Is not oratory.