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Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1901-11-29

The anti-saloon people have not
made much Roadway so far as the con.
stitutiopal convention is conc erned
They have really cause for alarm. IF
the constitution should exclude cities
from it's provisions, they have lost a
point or two. The truth is that it the
constitution mentions the sale of liz
uors at all, it should do so only to
leave their sale to be regulated by the
legislature, and this, we apprehend.
will be all it will do.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1901-11-29
IN FAVOR OF THE C. E. W. RY.

The Supreme Court of Appeals of
Virginia has reversed the cause of the
q. q w. Railway VS.. the w., c. & st..
L.. by. This was a suit to GUST the
U. q W. by. from that part of the old
narrow guage railway between Harri.
sonburg and Bridgewater, which it
built upon. The circuit court of
Rockingham decided in favor of the
narrow guage, the Supreme Court re-
verses the decision.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1901-11-29
{ COMMISSIONERS SALE OF VALUA-
~ BILE REAL ESTATE

BY virtue of decree of the circuit court
OF Augusta county in the chancery caus g
OF Sarah Catherine Fisher VS.. B Shift
fets admir-, ct ais the undersigned, as
commissioner appointed for the purpose,
will proceed on
SATURDAY, DECEMBER IA, 1901.
at II O'Clock M, in front of the court
house, to sell at public auction to The high
est bidder, that certain tract of land of
which b. F. Shiffiett died seized and pos
sessed, situated near North River Gap, in
Augusta county, Va, containing six acres
more or less, being the same cOnveged to
said Shitf1ett by Sam1, K. Walton and
wife, by deed dated March 29th 1856, and
duly recorded, excepting, however, so
much of said lot as was taken for the right
of way of the g. Il w. railroad, upon the
following
TER ms, to wit;-Cash in hand to nav
costs of suit and sale, and the remainder
IN three equal installments, due respec-
lively IN six, twelve and eighteen months
from the day of sale, with interest from
the day OF sale, said deferred installments
TO be evidenced by the bonds of the pur-
chaser with approved personal security.
waving the homestead exemption, and
title to be retained as ultimate security,
RUDOLPH BUMGARDNER,
Commissioner.
Clerks office of the Circuit Court of Augusta
county, to-wit:
L, Jos. B. Woodward, Clerk of the
Court aforesaid, do certify that Ru-
dolph Bumgardner Commissioner above,
named, has executed the bond required by
decree of sale entered in the chancery
cause of Sarah Cathar1ne Fisher VS.. B F.
ohiffiett's admir-. &C., now pending in this
court.
Given under my hand this 18th day ~
November, 1901.
JOS. B. WOODWARD,
nov l5-4t CIerk
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1901-11-29
The Eminent Kidney
and Bladder Specialist,

HIS laboratory.
There is disease prevailing in this
country most dangerous because so decep-
tive. Many sudden deaths are caused by
it-heart disease, pneumonia, heart failure
or apoplexy are often the result of kidney
disease. If kidney trouble is allowed to ad-
vance the kidney-poisoned blood will attack
the vital organs, or the kidneys themselves
break down and waste away cell by cell.
Then the richness of the blood-the abunen
leaks out and the sufferer has Brights
Disease, the worst form of kidney trouble.
DR.. Kilmer's Swamp-Root the new dis
covery is the true specific for kidney, bladder
and urinary troubles. 1t has cured thousands
OF apparently hopeless cases, after all other
efforts have failed. At druggists in fifty-cent
and dollar sizes. A sample bottle sent free
py mall also book telling about Swamp
koot and its wonderful cures. Address
Dr.. Kilmer & Co., Binghamton. N. Y. and
mention this paper.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1901-11-29

There is W st danger of making our
new constitution look more like a code
than constitution.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1901-11-29
Notice to Tax-Payers.I ! office

by given that the STATE taxes for the
year 1901 are now due and ready for cOllec-
ton. All person failing to pay by Dec. 1,
1901, will be charged Five Per Cent, Ad-
ditional and their tickets will BE- turned
over to the Deputy Treasurer fol immedl-
ate collection ARISTA HOGE.
no15 st Treasurer City of StauntOn.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1901-11-29

FIR Sal "A second hand Engine,
Separator, Hay Baler
and Saw-Mill, at bargain, call on
" l.. HOOVER,
noVS-St* Valley Mills, Va.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1901-11-29

AST ORR
sars the ~ The Kind You Have Always Bought
's' q &MAzzaS
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1901-11-29

Handsome line of Watches, Jewclry
and Fancy Goods, at BOLENS
Jewelry Store.
Staunton spectator and vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1896-1916, 1901-11-29

New stock of goOts really for the Xmas
trade, at BOLEN'S Jewelry Store.
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
MISS BRIDEWELL
 SCORED SUCCESS
A Large Audience Heard One of the Best Concerts of
 the Season

Miss Carrie Brldewell appeared in con cert at the Auditorium last night for the benefit of the Confederate Veterans. She was greeted by one of the largest au- f diences of the season, and her songs were received with vociferous applause.
 Miss Bridewell was ably assisted by Mrs Sinnige, who sang an impressive solo and who also assisted in a duet and quar- tette. Miss Bridewell was also assisted by MT. Reed Miller and MT. Edward G. Powell, both members of the Advent choir. MT Oliver Chalifoux. who was to have rendered a violin solo. was unable to be present on account of illness
 The concert was pronounced success. From the view point of the man in the box office 1t is stated large sum was realized for the veterans From the view point of the lover of the artistic, and from that of the admirer of beautiful singing the benefit was harmoniously pleasing. Every number on the pro- gramme was well received and every member of the company applauded.
 Miss Bridewells s voice was under perfect control and her efforts were received in thoroughly enthusiastic manner. Each number of the programme when she ap- peared was so absolutely pleasing that the audience insistently forced her to give an encore. Her charm was contagious, and every person present joined in the enthusiastic hand clapping. Mrs. Sin nfge was received with enthusiasm. ant was forced to answer encores at each ap- pearance. The quartette was excellent.
 The programme for the evening was a. follows:
 | Part l. l. "Inquesta Tomba Oscura" (Beeth. oven)-Miss Bridewell
 2. Solo-Mrs. Sinnege
 5. Duet by Mrs Sfnnege and Miss Bridewell. 'T Waited for the Lord"
 1. "The Last Rose of Summer"-Miss Bridewell.
 Part IL.
 1. ''The Throstle"-Miss Carrie Bride- well.
 2. Quartette. "The Lost Chord"-Mrs. H. H. Sinnege, soprano: Miss Carrie Bridewell, contralto; MT. Reed Miller of Advent choir, tenor; MT. Edward G. Powell. manager Advent choir bass
 3. Bonnie Blue F1ag'-NIiss Bridewell.
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
FEAST OF WEEKS"
 AT THE TEMPLE
Interesting Ceremony at Temple Emanuel Yesterday -Sev- eraI Combinations

The ancient Feast of Weeks" was ob- served at. Temple Emanuel yesterday morning with solemn ceremonies. The rite of confirmation was administered to a class of six and was duly impressive. The confirmants were Chester Sandman, Irma Calmus, Adeline Cornell, Merlin Herzfeld, Arthur Steiner and Gertrude Well.
 The reading from the Thorah after the manner of the delivery of the Law on Sinai was one of the features of the ser vice. Rabbi Newfield made an eloquent address to the confirmation class.
 The music under the direction of Mir. Guckenberger was exceptionally beauti- ful. The regular choir was augmented by the leading singers of the festival chor- us "Be. Not Afraid and Then Shall Your Light Break Forth, from Elijah, were finely surg by the chorus; the fes- tive trio sang. life Thine Eeyes;' Mrs. Guckenberger sang Rest in the Lord", and Mrs Chandler was heard in a new solo-one of the richest numbers of the programne-the 'Graduale". from Mrs. H. IT. A. Beach's mass in E flat major.
 After the services the confirmants re- ceived the congratulations of the congre- gation.
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
MIR. CALDWELL AND
 HIS ELOQUENCE
Was Wonderfully Convincing and Logical in His Lec-
 ture Last Night

Hon. John NJ Caldwell was wonderful ly eloquent and convincing in his lecture in the Jefferson theatre last night Such wealth of imagery such logic, such mo- ble diction would be extraordinary coming from any man. Such real eloquence it would be difficult for the most eloquent to reach; none might surpass 1t. Flowing and rolling, gliding and bounding, that speech ran a splendid stream of english pure and undeflled.
 MT. Caldwell's subject was "John," and whilst it would not be fair to him to give even a running report of his lecture, 1t may be said that 1t deals in the main with the Johns in history-in war, litera- ture art, science and song. What was of absorbing interest was his matchless tribute to John Pelham-the gallant Pel- ham of the Southern army the LaTour D'Auvergue of the Confederacy, First Grenadier of the cause that was lost, splendid young Alabama hero who died before his time.
 Another thing of MT. Caldwells lec- ture of wondrous beauty was one that appeals to all men all the world around John Howard Payne and his imperishable Home Sweet Home.
 Not in Birmingham has more beautiful eloquence been heard than MT. Cald- wells; not anywhere can stronger beau ty of words be heard.
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
LITTLE LIGHT ON
 MURDER MYSTERY Coroner Paris Still Looking for
 Definite Clue WAS JEALOUSY THE CAUSE No One Has Been Able to Tell Any. thing Substantial That Will Show Who Killed the Two Women
 On Thursday Night.

The mystery surrounding the shooting of the two negro women in a section of the city called Mule Ear is still un- fathomed. Coroner Paris has empanelled jury and is conducting a rigid examina- tion into the cause of the death of the two women
 noon Carrie Altman and Ella Yates, the women who were killed, had left their husbands and had gone into Mule Ear to live by themselves. The husbands, Charley Altman and Frank Yates, on the night previous to the killing had gone to the house and urged their wayward wives to return to their home in McAnal- ly's quarters. The wives refused, and on the following night were shot. The aim of the murderer was accurate, as each woman was shot through the heart and instantly killed.
 Frank Yates said that Altman had told him that he CYates) had better get his wife away from Carrie for if the women didn't come home he would kill them both. ..t
 Charlie Altman cannot be found Sev- eral witnesses were examined, but no direct light was thrown upon the case.
 The coroner's jury adjourned at 3 o'clock yesterday afternoon and will con tinue the investigation this morning. Frank Yates will probably be examined again this morning.
 The affair has created much excitement among the negroes of the city and they seem anxious to assist in experimenting the perpetrator of the double crime.
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
INQUIRY ABOUT
 FRANK MILLER German Consul Wires Steiner
 Bros. for Information PRISONER VERY RETlCENT Says He Would Rather Die Unknown Than Have Ills Aged Father and
 Sister Suffer DIsgrace-They Live in Germany.

A telegram was received by Steiner Brothers, bankers, yesterday morning from the German consul at Mobile asking for information concerning Frank Miller, who is under death sentence for murder, The telegram Is as follows:
 Mobile, Ala. May 24, 1901. Steiner Brothers, Birmingham. Ala.
 German ambassador, Washington, de- sires me to ascertain whether Frank Mil Ter is imprisoned there. sentenced to be executed June 28, also whether said Mill Ter still retains German citizenship and, if so, what steps must be taken to stay execution. Please investigate, wiring re- suit as soon as possible. Thanks in ad- vance. E.. HOLZBORN,
 German Consul Leo K. Steiner went to the county jail and, after showing the message to Miller, asked for information as to the German city from whence he came. Miller re- fused to answer the question, and ex- plained that he would rather die un- known than to have the disgrace brought upon his aged father and sister. He stated, however, that he was native of Germany. Miller further stated that the German consul at Mobile was personally acquainted with his father and did not need the information.
 The Reply.
 The following reply was sent to the German Consul by Steiner Bros:
 Hon. E. Holzborn, German Consul, Mo- bile, Ala:
 Personally called on Frank Miller, in prison here. Declines to give any infor- ation as to his citizenship or birthplace. Says he is German by birth. Declines ln- formation on ground that his disgrace would kill his old father and his people in Germany. Supreme Court has affirmed sentence. Nothing can save him except clemency of Governor. Understand Miller has applied for such. Prisoner very reti- cent. Difficult to secure any information from him. Mail you paper giving opinion which is general. of his guilt, and that penalty is just. Command us.
 STEINER BROTHERS"
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
BOTH COMPANIES WILL BID
 FOR STREET CAR FRANCHISE
The Sudden and Unexpected Settlement of the Question Before the Board ofAldermen Caused Much Comment Among
 the Business Ven Throughout the City

It was freely stated about the city yes- terday that there would without doubt. be two bids for the franchise which the city is now offering for sale to the high est bidder. These bids are to come from two companies who have been fighting for some time past to secure the grant, namely the new Metropolitan Street Rail- way and Rapid Transit Company, and the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power Company.
 The sudden and unexpected settlement of the fight between the two roads at the meeting of the Board of Aldermen Thursday night was the subject of gos- sip all about the city yesterday. In al- most every group of citizens the subject was brought up. and Alderman Gray was frequently spoken of in a compliment tary manner.
 Whether or not the unique proposition
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The age-herald., 1901-05-25
BENEFIT PERFORMANCE.
Shrewsbury Sisters and Miss kenner
 Made Big Success.

The benefit performance given by the Shrewsbury Sisters and Mae Kenna at Elk's Hall last night was a great suc- cess from both an artistic and financial point of view. They show remarkable talent and the excellent training of Prof. Weissner is apparent.
 Every number was hit. The Shrews- bury Sisters are par excellence as song and dance artists, and their quick change dances were very clever. Miss Mae Kenna and MT. Walter Blackman were gretted with yociferous applause. Their "Folley Sketch" was a distinct feature
 Master Ed McQueid treated the audi ence with feats of juggling. His turn was the best of its kind seen here for some time.
 MT. Sidney Lazarus did a fine mono logue: Miss Hazel Reckling drum dance"; Lydia McElvain sang Don't You Want Little Doggie?'' Lewis Schil- finger sang Her Name Was Rose" 1: Miss Tessie Hines presented Spanish dance. All of the artists were literally applauded
 The performance will be repeated at a matinee in Elks' Hall this afternoon at 8 o'clock.
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
CONDEMNED MURDERER TELLS
 STORY OF TERRIBLE CRIME
Floyd Brown Says His Fellow ConspratOs Formed Second Con- Spiracy and Attempted to Murder Him as Well as the
 Original Victim, Who Was Shot and Robbed

Floyd Brown. a condemned murderer, appeared as a witness during the trial of Tom Carter in the Criminal Court yes- terday and for three hours related re- markable story.
 Carter is charged with the murder of Joe Scott at Enon Ridge, and Brown has already been convicted on the same charge.
 The negro was told that his testimony was not required by law and that what he said would be voluntary. Brown said he wanted to tell 1t all and for three hours entertained the crowd in the court room with a horrible recitation of crime.
 He said there was a conspiracy between himself and Tom and Bob Anderson to get Scott to come to his house and spend ~
The age-herald., 1901-05-25

with which the companies find themselves confronted with will result in a new and complete system of street railways can not be fore told, but 1t is certain that the Metropolitan Company will attempt to get in the field and build their line. It was freely stated by gentlemen connected with the company that they would most assuredly present a bid to the city treas urer for the aldermen's consideration that would be as reasonable as could be ask ed of a new organization.
 President Jemison of the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power Company stated positively that his company would present a bid. The bid of the old com pany will, he said, be a business proposi- ton. bidding strongly for the franchise.
 The result of the sale of the grant will be watched with interest by other cities, as this is the first time such a proposi- tion has ever Seen presented in the South.
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The age-herald., 1901-05-25

the night. He was to sleep with the visitor and the other two men were to come in and kill Scott during the night the three men then to set fire to the house and escape Continuing his story Brown said that the plan worked smoothly and about midnight or a little earlier Scott had fallen asleep. The floor was then saturated with kerosene oil and his two accomplices came in to commit the mur- der.
 Brown told in details how the sleeping negro was shot and he says the men then attempted to kill him so that the money would not be divided between so many men, Brown says he escaped by falling to the floor. The house was then fired and the men fled. The Carter case will probably be finished today.
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
PERSONAL.

A. J. Johnson of Atlanta is visiting his mother-in-law, Mrs J. H. Walton, at 719 Twenty-second street. north.
 Miss Lena Ottley of Columbus. Miss, is the guest of Mrs. McCaa, Seventh avenue and Twenty-fifth street.
 Metropolitan Hotel arrivals: J. B. Ken nedy, Jonesboro, Ark. F. Baldwin, c. H. Ogelvie, Memphis; L. Weinstein. New York; F. c. Zepp, Baltimore; F. J. Ben- holz, West Park Hunson; S. J. Rosen- thai, New York; W. P. Schmidt, Allan ta Wallace c. Edler, Clanton; J. A. Cog gans, Alexander City; O. D. Harris and wife, Pullman County: H. M. Hoffman. New York, w. R. Dortch, Gadsden; D. M Pinckard, Clanton; W. w. Green. Beaumont, Texas; J. G. Kincaid, Knox vile; S. Bragg, Montgomery; John Robb and wife, Cleveland; Sdward Schaaf, St. Marys, Mo-: A. c. Howze, city; E. P. McKiney, M. D., Alexander City; w. A. Scott, Montgomery; c. s. Sisson New York; Dr. A. B. Andrews, Mrs. A. B. Andrews Miss Andrews Georgia; John C. James, Blocton; J.- Light, A. J. Bar Ter, New York; H. E. Stock, Cincinnati; D. E. Morrow. city, B. M. Baer, Florida; w. B. Arnold, St. Louis; Miss Pearl Dominick, Greensboro; Miss Ludie Shir- ley, Tuscaloosa; Miss Marie A. Hanley, Miss Fannie Hanley. Tuscaloosa; W. S.. Wilson, Richmond. Va; R. E. Saul. Philadelphia; c. W. Zader. Alexandria, La: Charles w. Maier, Peoria, H.; A. Cohn. Baltimore; MT. and Mrs. J. H. Lee, Baltimore: A. A. Hunter, Indianapolis. A. A. Hunter, Indianapolis; A. A. Fenker, Michigan B. M. Wailes, Rockforth Depot. Va; J. N. Bragg and wife, Nal ton; Odessa E. Sharp, Sumterville, Fla: ]: Mrs. K. c. Watts, Vicksburg. Miss; D. Kirkwood, Oakman; E. c. Spence. Att lanta; R. l.. Letson, Bessemer; Harry Faber. Montgomery; Rev. Otto P. Link, Cullman; Emmett Welsh. city; l.. Bartoli. Atlanta; o. E. Duggan, Cincinnati; Charles D. Orr, Chattanooga; Mrs. K. c. Carson, Gadsden; J. H. West, Cincinnati; F. s. Bank, Auburn; John Post. Troy; R. B. Kelly, Anniston; H. Hargraves, Chattanooga; J. A. >Embry. Ashville; A. S. Morton, city; J. Joppi, Bessemer; Saul Stein, Bessemer; R. c. Middleton. New Orleans; R. Kolb. New Orleans; Mrs. F. l.. Mosely. Talladega; J. s. Brook, On- eonta; B. T. Brock, Trenton, Ga; A. J. White, Paris. Ala. M. D. Friedman, New York; James Shaw, Seneca, s. c.
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
EAST LAKE THEATRE.
Matinee Will Be Given This Afternoon
 At 3 O'Clock.

A well pleased audience greeted the Jefferson Stock Company last night.
 The principal parts were taken by Miss Marie Dali, Percy R. Benton, E. E. Pat ter and Fritz Adams.
 Miss Ellie Frances continues to be very popular with the patrons of the theatre.
 Pete Seymour. the clever comedian. is good in his speciality and continues to add to his list of admirers.
 "Oid Glory" will be repeated this after noon at matinee and tonight.
 Monday night the company will produce 'The Giant Gold Mine," with new spec ialties.
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
CONVENTION OF
 ALABAMA PRESS
Programme for the Meeting in Montgomery is An-
 nounCed

The following programme is announced for the thirteenth annual convention of the Alabama Press Association which convenes in Montgomery Thursday a nd Friday, June 20 and 21:
 Convention called to order at 10 o'clock a. m.
 Prayer
 Calling roll of members.
 Applications for membership. Address of welcome in behalf of city, Mayor E. B. Joseph.
 In behalf of the Commercial Club and Local Press Club-Hon. W. W. Screws Response on behalf of the association J. C. Williams Our Mountain Home, Tal- ladega-
 Annual Address of the President-Rufus ". Rhodes, Birmingham, Ala
 Report of the Secretary-J. A. Rountree, Dixie Manufacturer, Birmingham, Ala Motions and resolutions.
 Appointment of committees. Paper, How to Improve and Strengthen Our Association'-W H. H. Judson, Bes- semer Weekly.
 Annual Essay. Mrs. c. H. Frye, Pratt City Herald.
 Paper "The Obligations of the Press to the Furtherance of MoraIity''-S. F. West, Alabama Christian Advocate.
 Annual poem-C. H. Greer, Marion Stan- dard.
 Paper My Experience in Alabama Journalism"-Isaac Grant. Grove Hill Democrat.
 Annual Oration-H. s. Doster, Prattville Progress.
 Paper "Relations of the Press to Po- litical Campaign"-Erwin Craighead, Mo- bile Register.
 Address .'The Country Newspaper as a Business venture"-W. H. Gather, Ash vile Aegis.
 Report of the Historian-W. W. Screws, Advertiser, Montgomery.
 Unfinished business.
 New business.
 Report of officers.
 Selection of delegates to the National Editorial Association.
 Selecting place for next meeting. Appointment of executive and legisla- tive committees.
 Miscellaneous committees.
 Adjournment.
 Every monthly, weekly and daily news- paper published in Alabama has been in- vited to join the association and take part in the proceedings of the meeting and take the trip to California
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
United Presbyterians.

Des Moines, Ia., May A.-The general assembly of the United Presbyterian church of North America devoted it's time today to discussion on changes offered by the committee on revision to article fifteen of the creed of the church, with regard to the admission of nine candidates for membership belonging to secret or ders.
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
CLOSING OF CATHOLIC SCHOOL,
An Interesting Entertainment Being
 Arranged for June IA.

The closing exercises of Our Lady of Sorrows Convent School will be given at St. Paul's Hall Friday, June IA.
 An interesting programme has been ar ranged for the occasion, and the patrons of the school are looking forward to pleasant entertainment.
 The school of Our Lady of Sorrow, of which Sister Alphonse Is principal, has grown considerably within the past two or three years and the teachers are greatly encouraged in their work
 Sister Merceda is training the children for the closing exercises.
The age-herald., 1901-05-25
SCHOOL LOT DONATED.
The City Is Presented With Site for
 New School Building.

The lot on the corner of Fourteenth avenue and Fifteenth street selected for the site of one of the new school buildings has been donated to the board of educa- tion,
 A meeting of the board was held yes- terday at noon and the question thor oughly discussed. On the previous night the city council had been asked to appro- priate s1,500 for the purchase of the lot, but a representative of the Fountain Heights Land Company offered the lot as a gift to the city and the offer was &C., cepted.