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The age-herald., 1901-11-09
ANNlSTON
Prisoner Writes a Letter-MiIton H
 Smiths Son at Work.

Anniston, November s-(special.)-Jake Champion, the white man sentenced by Judge Lapsley several days ago to five years in the penitentiary, was taken there yesterday. Champion att smpted to rob the local office of the Southern Express Company several months ego, but was foiled by Cashier F. z. Woodruff in the attempt. Woodruff shot him in the left arm, keeping him at bay until the arrival of a policeman.
 The following note was found by the warden on the floor of Champion cell:
 "Anniston County Jail. November G., 1901.-My name IS Jacob Champion. l was born in Calhoun County May 51 1875: was sent to prison May 20. 1895; was released by the Governor May 26 1900; was sen tenced again November 2, 1901, for term of five years. I am of sandy complexion. I will cuss, drink whisky, tell lies, gam ble, fight a IiItle and steal all l can get; therefore I am glad we have a law to protect our country. All I regret Is that there are so many of my kind who have got the good people fooled
 Milton Smith, son Of Milton H. Smith, president of the Louisville and Nash vile Railroad Company has accepted a position in the general offices of the Ala bama Mineral division of the Louisville and Nashville Railro ad here, as assis- tant rate clerk, an office recently created by Superintendent w. E. Knox on ac- count of the heavy traffic on the road during this season. MT. Smrh Is young non and com-s from Louisville.
 Steps are being taken by prominent cit izens of the city to reorganize the Com rcercial Club of Apniston, and make tt an active organization for the commercial and industrial development of Anntston.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09

edy, Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as the most successful and by far the safest remedy for catarrh yet produced
 One well known catarrh specialist as soon as he had made thorough test of this preparation discarded inhalers washes and sprays and now depends en- tirely upon 6tuarts Catarrh Tablets ir, treating catarrh. whether in the head, throat or stomach.
 Dr. Risdell says. 'in patients who had lost the sense of smell entirely and even where the hearing has begun to be affect ed from catarrh. I have had fne results after only few weeks use of Stuart s Catarrh Tablets. I can only explain their action on the theory that the cleansing and antiseptic properties of the tablets destroy the catarrhal germs wherever found, because have found the tablets equally valuable in catarrh of the throat and stomach as in nasal catarrh."
 pr. Estabrook says, Stuarts Catarrh Tablets are especially useful in nasal ca tarrh and catarrh of the throat clearing the membrane of mucous and speedily overcoming the hawking coughing and expectorating.
 Any sufferer from catarrh will find Stuart's Catarrh Tablets will give imme- diate relief, and being in tablet form and pleasant to the taste, are convenient and always ready for use as they can be carried in the pocket and used at any time as they contain no poisonous drugs but only the cleansing antiseptic proper ties of Eucalyptus bark. Guaiacol, blood root and Hydrastin.
 All druggists sell the tablets ct 50 cents for complete treatment
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
WETUMPKA.
General Harrison and ex-Governor
 Johnston Make Speeches.

Wetumpka, November S.-(Special.)- General George P. Harrison addressed an Enthusiastic audience here today in the .ourt house in favor of the new constitu- hon.
 Governor Johnston was here on Mon day, the first day of criminal court week and spoke against ratification to a large audience. He made a humorous speech and praised his late administration when not telling some funny story. He devoted a great deal of time to showing that un- Ter the new constitution three hundred dollar mule could vote and an uneducat- d white man could not.
 Frank Lull of the ratification commit tee of this county said tonight that he entertained no doubt of the result in FL more; that while there had been consid- srable dissatisfaction in certain quarters that telling speeches and active work had allayed the opposition and he anticipated ! good majority for ratification
 The celebrated Eldridge Williams mur- der case has come to an end by verdict of manslaughter in the first degree and B sentence of two years in the peniten- tiary. This case has taken up half of the week and was bitterly fought A large number of smaller cases were tried on Thursday and Friday and court adjourn ed today.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
4 STRONG LETTER TO DR. HALL

Stevenson, Ala, June 6. 1901.
 Dear Sir: I have been a great sufferer from bladder trouble for two years and my case was of a very serious nature compelling me to have several painful and dangerous operations. I have also taken many different remedies; I taken Swamp Root three years Warmers s Sale cure two years, and they only gave temporary relief.
 After having two operations and pre- paring for the third, I saw your Texas Wonder advertised, and purchased a bot tie. And I got almost immediate relief, and have continued to improve every since.
 My doctors said my bladder had grow ed together in three places, and I was suffering almost death. No man living can say more than I can say for your Texas Wonder And I call it Worlds 8 Wonder and hope all who suffers will give atrial.
 Wishing you success. am, Yours Truly. w. c. DANIEL.
 Sold by all druggists. P. O. Box 629, St. Louis, Mo-
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
TUSCALOOSA.
Frank S. Moody and Jesse stallines
 Speak Against the Constitution.

Tuscaloosa. November 8.-(Special.)- Hon. Frank s. Moody addressed an audi ence of about 200 people at the court house today in opposition to the ratifica' ton of the new constitution Mr. Moody spoke for two hours. He found fault with practically all new features of the constitution and was somewhat severe on the campaign committee, which he de- cla1 ed had practically sought to make the adoption of the constitution party m easure.
 Hon. Jesse Stallings addressed an au- dience of about 15O people this afternoon against ratification.
 Burglars are still paying visits to Tus- caloosa. Wednesday night the stores of A. Holczstein and Peter Clinton were robbed of blankets and tobacco. An eff fort was also made to enter the millinery store of Miss Minnie Wildman, but with out avail. The burglars appear to be operating here every week.
 Dr. and Mrs. w. G. Somerville gave a reception last night in honor of their cousin, Miss Lulu Aldridge of Jackson, Miss. The guests were presented by MT. Charles B. Williams and Miss Annie Searcy and in the receiving party were Miss Aldridge, Miss Morisette of Selma. and Miss Lallie Reynolds. Mrs. Bernard A. Wood presided in the refreshment room, aided by Miss Elizabeth Fitzpatrick and Miss Fanelle Crawford. Miss Saidee Hester and Miss Louise Crawford served the ices.
 The city council will meet tonight in order to decide on the location of the dis pensary and attend to routine business. It Is also possible that an assistant dis penser will be elected. A large amount of business will come before the board for transaction.
 | The meeting which was to have been | held last night for the purpose of organ | izing a camp of Sons of Veterans was postponed until Monday night on account of the short notice given the members | At that time an earnest effort will be made to complete it's organization.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
ALABAMA WEDDINGS.
Mennefee-Winuhard.

Columbus, November s.-(Special.) )-J. W. Mennefee, a farmer of Montgomery county. Ala. and Miss Clyde Winghard. of the same county, who has been at- tending the Alabama Normal school al Troy. came to Columbus tonight. pro- cured a license and were married
 The bride is mere girl, seemingly moi over 16 years of age. The young lady's parents objected to the marriage on &C., count of her age. Today Mennefee. who Is several years the girls senior, being 30 or 35 years of age, went to attend the street fair. While there he met his sweetheart and planned and executed a successful elopem ent.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
18-YEAR-OLD GIRL COMMITS SUICIDE Crazed Over Supposed Perfdy
 of Her Lover FIRES PISTOL IN MOUTH Was to Have Been Married Last Sum- day to a Birmingham Business
 Man, But He Failed
 to Appear. ,.zfg
FIRES PISTOL IN MOUTH

Decatur, November -(SpeciaD-Crazed over the supposed perfidy of her betrothed lover, Miss Helen Hutton put an end to her life with 3S-calibre pistol ball late this afternoon.
 The bullet shattered her brains, being discharged through her mouth.
 Miss Hutton was to have been married last Sunday to a young business man of Birmingham, but he failed to appear, and it is said her letters and telegrams elicited no response.
 The scene of the suicide of the un- happy young woman was the back yard of her home in East Decatur. She was found about fifteen minutes later.
 Miss Hutton was but IS years old, and a great favorite among her friends.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
DONATE MONEY FOR AFRICA.
Alabama Conference of the African M.
 E. Church Has Educational Meeting.

Pratt City, Novem Der S.-tSpecial.)- 1.-The educational meeting held by the members of the North Alabama conference of the African Methodist Episcopal church was an enthusiastic endorsement of the school work conducted throughout the denomi- nation. Speeches were delivered by Prof. John R. Hawkins, principal of Kittrell Normal and Industrial Institute at Kit treH N. C.. who is secretary of educa- ton for the denomination, and Prof. H. T. Healing, editor of the Church Review, a quarterly magazine.
 The morning session was made inter- esting by discussion necessitated by the submission of majority and minority re- ports on missions. circuits and stations.
 The conference proceedings have at tracted large congregations. and the citi- zens of Pratt City have been hearty in their contributions to its support
 The conference having listened to the reading of letter from Bishop L. J. Coppin at Capetown, South Africa, who superintends the mission work in that part of Africa, donated a considerable amount to the, South African work
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
Cecil B. Payne.

Pratt City, November s.-(Special.)- J. Cecil B. Payne. whose critical illness was mentioned yesterday, died this morning at 2 o'clock at the Davis & Davis Infirm- ary in Birmingham. The funeral services were conducted from the Southern Meth odist church at o'clock this afternoon by Rev. J. R. Turner and Rev. P. w. Watson, after which the remains were inferred in Greenwood cemetery.
 The pallbearers were Messrs. E. P. Kilgore and Cham Wilson of Birming- ham, and Messrs. NeilI Hutchings. Mar shall Lee. Fred Daly and VIII McKen- zie.
 MT. Payne had been with the Tennes- see Coal, Iron and Railroad Company for seven years, and at the time of his death occupied a responsible position in their general offices in Birmingham. He was about A years of age.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
COTTON BUYERS
 ORGANIZE POOL Price at Huntsville Made Lower
 Than Market. INJURIES CITYS BUSINESS Existence of Pool Is Vigorously Denied But Farmers Believe It Exists and Carry Their Cotton
 Elsewhere.

Huntsville. November S.-(Special. 1.-The days that the Huntsville cotton buyers have had a pool among themselves for several weeks past to keep the price of the local market few points lower than in other southern markets. The planters have got wind, and though the existence of a pool was vigorously denied, Hunts vile prices have continued to be lower than the market.
 This condition has been a severe blow to trade in this city. Merchants are com plaining that they have had a very dull fall, and that 1t Is all caused by the cotton buyers. Hundreds of bales of cot ton that should have come to Huntsville have been sent to other markets, and the money realized by the sale spent in those markets. The Chamber of Commerce has been urged to investigate this affair and break up the pool if possible.
 Reports from over Madison and ad- joining counties show that three-quar- ters of the cotton in this section has been picked. The receipts have been light for several days past. most of the colt on having been sold.
 S. P. Strong, a dairyman from Birm- ingham, plead guilty to the charge of drunkenness in the Mayors Court and was given the lowest fine for that of fense Strong tcld strange story. He said that he and friend got drunk in Birmingham Wednesday morning. He re- membered nothing from that time until he awakened in a cell in the Huntsville city prison. He did not remember how he got on the train in Birmingham or when he was arrested by an officer in Huntsville.
 Judge Richard W. Walker, eighth dis trict delegate to the constitutional con- vention, delivered an address last night in favor of ratification. Judge Walker said that the fight is now a matter of race pride, and he urged all white men to stand together and vote for white su- premacy next Monday.
 w L. Jenkins of Jackson County. after heing convicted of the charge of Illicit distiliug, was discharged from custody by Judge Boarman in the United States Court because of mental ursoundness. It was proved to the court that Jenkins was irresponsible.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
MERIDIAN, MISS.
William Ensien Is Convicted On His
 Third Trial.

Meridian, Miss, November S.-(SpeciaD- Police Officer J. K. Richardson of Birm- ingham who recently killed a boy in that city. is the guest 6f friends in Meridian today. He will return to his home in Birmingham tomorrow.
 William Enslen. on his third trial for the killing of Harry Stanton, was con- victed this morning. The jury recom- mended that he be given life sentence in the state penitentiary. His attorney will endeavor to get the matter once more before the Supreme court
 The board of supervisors today awarded the thirty thousand dollar bond issue for Lauderdale county to the First Ma tional Bank which agreed to take 1t at per cent. The sale carries with it provi- sion for the redemption of six thousand dollars of the bonds every twelve months. The money Is to be used in constructing a modern jail for this county.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
Printer Makes RemarkabIe Record.

Dayton, O., November 8.-A remarkable record on the linotype machine was made Thursday in the office of the Daily News. when Claud Couse set 325O lines of non pareil, linometer count, making a total of S45O0 ems in eight hours. machine speeded to seven lines minute. To se- cure this report it was necessary to touch the keys 1s90O0 times. or nearly six times a second.
 atlanta, November S.-Dr. W. s. Con- way, at one time an operator on the Journal beat this record over a year ago, setting S4600 nonpareil ems. cor rected matter in eight hours.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
PAINT ROCK
Bucket Brigade Responds Promptly
 and Saves a Residence.

Paint Rock, November S.-(Special.) J. Fire broke out in the kitchen of Robert Aliens residence at an early hour last night, and in few minutes the entire structure. which was separate from the main building, was in flames The bucket brigade turned out in full force, and by hard fight succeeded in saving the main residence, although it was considerably damaged.
 This is the second fire Paint Rock has had recently and caused considerable excitement. Two years ago there were two fires each of which destroyed five business houses. Since that time the peo- pie are ever ready to respond promptly to the cry of fire.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
ENGLISH TRADE DECLINES. Imports Fall Of 6 1o,ooo0oo In. Ten
 Months.

New York, November s.--British trade returns show a further decline In the volume of the natior's commerce says the Tribune's London correspondent. There IS drop of e75O00o in imports as compared with October, 1900, while ten months of the year give diminution of nearly e10,000,0O0.
 The fall in the last month was due mainly to the diminished value of the coal exported. In metals. machinery and new ships there Is 8 considerable de- crease, which is balanced by a great in- crease in the value of textiles exported. Imports show a marked reduction of no less than 24,00O,000. The general impress sion produced by the figures is that trade is distinctly on the dcwn-grade.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
ALABAMA DEATHS.
Walter BosWorth.

Anniston, November 8.-(SpeciaD-wal- ter Bosworth a young man 23 years of age, died Wednesday night at the home of his father in Eighteenth street after an illness of two days
 He was a moulder by trade, working in a manufacturing plant in Birming- ham until a week ago when he came home for a weeks visit to his parents
 The funeral took place today from the church of St. Michael and All Angels at o'clock.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
Start Work on Turkish Cruiser.

Philadelphia, November s.-The work of laying the keel block for the construc- tion of new fighting cruiser for the Turkish government has been begun at Cramps shipyard. A contract was en- tered into several months ago and under its terms the cruiser is tc be finished in eighteen months. The new war vessel will go up alongside the cruiser Colorado. which the firm is building for the United States governme It will be of 32O0 tons dis isplacement.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
Americans Sail for Home.

London. November S.-Thc American Lire steamer St. Paul. which is to sail from Southampton for New York tomor- TOW. will have emong her passengers MT.
 and Mrs. Clement A. Griscom. Mrs. Bron- son. John G. A. Leisckman, United States
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
ENSLEY

Ensley. November s.-(Special)-R. P. Mullins while riding his bicycle yester- day ran into pile of rails. He was thrown and badly hurt.
 The Ensley Epworth League gave an entertainment tonight
 Mrs. J. c. Fosset is quite i'll.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
BESSEMER

Bessemer, November s.-(Special)- William H. H. Judson is erecting a brick Itore building.
 The Royal Arch Chapter of Masons met tonight.
 Prof. Foster of Tuscaloosa who has been making a tour of the eastern col eges of notes Is here for a few days, the guest of his sister, Mrs. J. M. Dill
 Mrs. Mike Gerst has removed with her family to Ensley to reside.
 Mrs. Julia Mitchell returned to her home in Louisville today after spending several months here. the guest of her brother, Edgar L. Mitchell.
 Miss Virginia Robinson, daughter of pr. T. F. Robinson. has a light case of ycarlet fever.
 There will be no meeting of the Ep- worth League as planned for tonight on account of repairs being made on the church.
 { On next Tuesday night the ladies of the Presbyterian church will give a supper at the city hall. The menu will include many delicacies and the public Is cor dially invited.
 Henry Brown has returned from Mont gomery where he has been for several months.
 s For the serious diseases that attack the kidneys. Prickly Ash Bitters Is an unfail- Ing remedy. Relieves backache, swelling of symp ptoms which indicate kidney trouble.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
Freight Hreaks In Two.

Huntsville, November S.-(Special)-An eastbound through freight on the South ern Railroad broke in the middle at Belle nina this evening and several cars were derailed. The track was blockaded for four hours.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
Ware-Ne ewm an,

Opelika November S-(Special) )-Mr. Leslie Ware and Miss Daisy Newman of this city were married this week at the home of the bride
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
M MeIton-D Dobbins.

Opelika, November S.-(Special John Melton of this city and Miss Annie Dob bins of Fort Gaines, Ga., were married at the brides home Tuesday.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
Knows No Distinction.
Rich and Poor Alike Suffer From
 Catarrh in This Climate.

All observant. physicians have noticed the enormous increase in catarrhal dis eases in recent years, and the most liber- al and enlightened have cheerfully given their approval to the new internal rem
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
Decatur Tests seweraqe System.

Decatur. November s.-(Special.) )--De- catur's new sewer system covering ten miles of streets was completed today, and will be flushed tomorrow.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
TUSKECEE.
Many Indications That the County
 Will Vote for Ratification.

IlOn or the new COHSJltutlon. pOT awhile there appeared to be a lack of interest In some sections though the indications are that there is now very little oppo- sition.
 United States Commissioner J. o. Thompson has permission from the Gov ernor to remove his office from Opelika to this place where he will try the moon sinners who are brought before him. Sev- eral were tried this week. This request was granted MT. Thompson upon the ground that several members of his family were i'll and he desired to remain with them until they recovered.
 Commissioners court has been in ses- sion this week. It met mainly for the purpose of attending to some matters in regard to two iron bridges which have been completed and turnpike which is being built in the eastern part of the county. The question of repairing the court house for which bids were received recently has not finally been settled. few days at his old home here this week.
 Messrs. Oscar Lewis and Marshall Hurt attended the street fair in Troy this week.
 Miss Maggie Smith has returned from a visit to relatives and friends in Prattville.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09

The kidneys are small but important or gans. They need help occasionally. Priclxly Ash Bitters is successful kidney tonic and system regulator.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09

The Sunday school class of A. H. Daniel gave an entertainment tonight at the home of MT. and Mrs. J. s. Kellum on East Highlands. An interesting feature of the entertainment was the auctioning of the members of the class to the high est bidder.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09

Have your cuts for advertising made by Age-Herald Engraving Go.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09
COKE! COKE!

For the next ten days we will quote a special price on coke in 5-ton lots.
 Phone 50l. B. R. L. & P. Co.
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COKE! COKE! Very cheap and the clean. est of fuels. Phone SOL B. R. l.. & P. Go.
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PRATT CITY

Pratt City, November S.-(Special. )-The two-story brick building which Is being erected by F. Keil near Ezell Station is nearing completion
The age-herald., 1901-11-09

The street commissioner is removing the poles along the macadamized road and making other Improvements. He will also remove the bank of dirt in the rear of the high school building and erect a reel house in which Fire Company No. will keep their reels
The age-herald., 1901-11-09

Laprobes and horse blank cts for sale at jobbers' prices. Sale will continue for two weeks.
 VIM. RECKLING,
 2l5 18th Street.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09

Henry Brown has returned from Mont gomery where he has been for several months.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09

F. E. Hart of Russellville Is visiting the family of MT. Job Going.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09

Illustrate your advertisements. I'm 1-ge-Herald Engraving Co. make cuts. Both line cuts and half toneA
The age-herald., 1901-11-09

Lee Rountree and children of Carters Creek, Tenn, are visiting relatives in Pratt City.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09

Bessemer, November 8.-(Special)- William H. H. Judson is erecting brick Itore building.
The age-herald., 1901-11-09

Mrs. J. c. Fosset is quite i'll.