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Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09
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What was his reason7 It Is perfectly
true that he had not yet made conf
dant Of me, but he had long since
abandoned all pretense Of concealina
the fact that he fled from somebody.
ut was the man who came rushing
on at the last moment. thought YOU
saw him. He wore dark check suit
and a soft felt hat which was pulled
well over his eyes. But know him
now. l could swear to him among q
thousand. Once lay our hands on him
and we shall be able to unravel thu
mystery of my mothers DEATH"
But there is no mystery" said he.
MY Uncle Jim thought So" an.
swered.
Probably. Your Uncle Jim is very
worthy but utterly Impractical person,
who will bring the Terror upon himself
II he Is not more careful" Then, silent
for a little while, he turned upon me q
pair of eager, questioning eyes. "You
are sure you recognized the manY'
Il could not forget him."
"There are many such men,"
'In the east, perhaps, but not with
US. Why, l thought you also recog-
nized him."
IL know nothing Of the man." he
wavered. But 1t is all dreadful
CHASTITY"
And yet his face gave the lie to his
tongue, for horror and fear were writ.
ten upon every feature. His futile at
tempts to read betrayed his agitation.
He stole stealthy glances round about
the compartment us though he expect.
ed to see the man with the felt hat
peer out ut him from some corner Of
the carriage. More than once he had
recourse to his flask. He burned a pro-
digious number of matches in endeav-
oring to keep his pipe alight. 1t was
very strange If he had not seen the
man on the platform. and stranger still
II he had not recognized him. And
why did he ask me at least three times
within quarter of an hour If was
sure the man had not been permitted to
come by the train?
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09

Pepsin preparations often fail to re-
lieve indigestion because they can d.
gest albuminous foods. There is one
preparation that digests all classes of
food, and that is Kodol Dyspepsia Cure.
1t cures the worst cases of Indigestion
and gives instant relief, for it digests
what you eat. Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09

For growing colts Ravens Stock
Food purities the blood, regulates the
kidneys, cures scours and exterminates
worms. Itcures colds, coughs, distem-
per, pink eye and heaves in horses. It
is good for overworked horses and old
horses, and prevents mares from drop
ping their colts prematurely. 1t gives
good appetite and fine spirits, makes
bone and muscle and glossy coats.
For sale by w. A. Abbott, Drugs, Man
chester, Iowa. 31w1
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09

The merited reputation for curing
piles, sores and skin diseases ACQUIRED
by DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve, has led
to the making of worthless counterfeits.
BE sure and get only DeWitt's Salve.
Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09
California
Excursions

Weekly to. Los Angeles and San
francisco via two different r,utea.
one through Tourist Car leaves
Oelwein every Monday at 2:55 n M
running via Kansas City and Santa
i re hoa5e 70 Los Angeles; another
leaves Oeiwein every Saturday at
q. 20: running via Kansas CITY.
me Missouri, Kansas & Texas, san
Antonio & Arkansas Pass and
Southern Pacific Railways to Los
angeles and San Francisco, be-
ing the only through Sleeping
Car from the Northwest to Texes
points. Both of these cars Are
brand new, wide vestibule and
steam heated, and run from ST.
paui and Minneapolis to Kansas
wy VAC WIG
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09

When threatened by pneumonia OF
any other lung trouble, prompt relief is
necessary, as it is dangerous to delay.
We would suggest that One Minute
Cough Cure be taken as soon as indica-
tions of having taken cold are noticed.
1t cures quickly and its early use pre-
vents consumption. Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09

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40" Oegas an existence the horror.
sne terror, OF winch has remained with
~, e 70 tnis Gay. NO wonder people have
snougnt my race preternaturally old
Aor Hs years. a mind never at peace,
eacn nerve continually on the throb.
wnAt was there left me but to grow
e.ore my ume! Pursued BY an I'M
.uown enemy, an the more feared FOR
w mystery wnich enshrouded him,
Ever iaid my head on the pillow at
: 9sns Win the careless consciousness
y. : youth that ne Shall see the sun
rise on the morrow. Sometimes I
a"oke IN the night ana fancied ! could
see tne man with the strange eyes
Denoing over. me. dreamed bad
dreams. Many q night ! lay awake
surviving manIully to beat back the
steep which came to my eyes. l dared
NOT go 70 sleep Tor fear OF the horror
tnat awaited me there.
& 80 up ana down the country we
Wen., seeking peace and never finding
=. MY father seemed to have plenty Of
money, winch ne 'spent with the utmost
freedom. He never haggled over the
price OF room. II 1t suited him he
took 1t. He drank wine without stint,
ana ne seemed to be an excellent Judge
OF II. Anything that brought him safe
" or peace was worth the highest
price. Ihts Dreadful phantom from.
which ne 1ew robbed him OF every
other mundane thought. BE only want
cd to get away-away; to hide himself
from the sight OF his fellow men. And
ret ne had such horror of the loneli-
ness OF the country that he shrank
POM the idea OF 1t as one would from
me plague. No, In cities, among men,
the greatest seclusion was to be found.
The cities he haunted. the men In them
he Stunned.
Fulfilling our pitiable destiny, we
had In due course reached Winchester,
IN which town we had succeeded In
passing miserable three weeks in
safety Then the usual order came,
"Davie, pack up, and without rhyme
OF reason we hurriedly set out for the
station.
Well, In accordance with our usual
eustom-for once he took charge of the
arrangements he never allowed fate to
treat him to second waiting room cpl
sode-we drove into the station few
INN IN rneT frVrp nj
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09

It .ras a desperate mouc. but 1t squed me.
could 1t mean? scarcely needed
where I went, but rushed on, ON
through the dark like mad thing, the
rhyme buzzing In my head like an In
fernal chant:
He reeled, and ON Herminius a
He leant one breathing space.
Then, like wildcat mad with wounAs
Sprang straight at Astur's face.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09

The most soothing, healing and anti.
septic application ever devised is De-
Wits Witch Hazel Salve. It relieves
at once and cures piles, sores, eczema
and skin diseases. Beware of imita-
tlons. Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09

cHEAP-Residence properties in this city. En-
Qulre ut Manchester Democrat office.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09

Bronze Turkeys.
have q few choice Bronze Turkeys for sale at
u 30 each, AZ miles south west of Manchester
MRS. HERBERT HARRIS.
r. o. Address Manchester. 1tf,
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09

Quality and not quantity makes De-
Wits Little Early Risers such valuable
little liver pills. Smith Bros.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09
Chicago
Great
Western

Car leaving Monday arrives Los
Angeles following Friday after-
noon, avoiding all Sunday travel
Car leaving Saturday arrives Los
Angeles the following Wednesday
morning and San Francisco Thurs.
DAY morning, passing through
waco, San Antonio and Ell Pas0.
For full information and assistance
cali on or address any agent Of
the Chicago Great Western Rail-
way, or
Up. ELMER,
( g. A. p, D., Cor. 9Th & Robert Sta.
OIL st. Paul.
Manchester Democrat. [volume] (Manchester, Iowa) 1875-1930, 1901-01-09
For Rent.
The first building northsof the Globe hotel.
BRONSON & CARR.
Tnr Rant

Residence Property for Sale.
A good house, barn and large lot in
Manchester for sale at BARGAIN.
Long time given on half Of purchase
money If desired.
Inquire of BRONSON & CARR.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16
OIL FEVER IN COLBERT.
Excitement Runs High Over Ap
 pearance of Drillers.

Tuscumbia, Nov. l5.-(Special. .)-There is q considerable oil furry in the western portion of this county, In the vicinity ot Cherokee a small town sixteen or etgh- teen miles west of Tuscumbia, and the
 owners of lands in that neighborhood
 are confident of reaping large rewards from their real estate. The excitement has become greatly intensified by the presence of General A. W. Barrett and John A. Pirtle, presidents of the Ala
 bama- California oil Company. who have recently arrived and plunged into the oil bushes with yigor and determination. They are accompanied by F. c. Pouch. head driller for their company. with the necessary equipment for drilling, and are so well satisfied as to the existence of oil in that locality that they have in-
 vested largely in lands there. From re- ports the indications are such as to en- courage the projectors, and the general
 belief is that oil will be discovered in
 paying quantities.
 There has been a rumor current for several months of the discovery of un- mistakabie evidences of the existence of oil there, and an expert in oil matters was dispatched to the scene by the above named gentlemen. bis reports being of a nature to assure them that it was worth their while to prosecute the dis covery. and the result is that these gen. tlemen are there in person with their machinery. Developments are being anxiously awaited. O. 1 ,.-.,, - s'
 Work on. tracks for the Southern's shops at Sheffield is progressing rapidly under the supervision of P. s. Fitzgerald of Chattanooga, the companys locating engineer. Bids are also being received on several large brick buildings, work upon which will commence as soon as the bids have been received and the con- tracts can be awarded. Estimates are also being. prepared for grading the double track, main line from Tuscumbia to the shops. and in the course of few weeks the entire work will be under full headway. It Is probable that the work will consume several months before the yards and buildings will be ready to accommodate the machinery .etc., to be removed from Memphis. There is now no longer any apprehension felt as to the removal of the shops. An appropriation of $1o2, 900 has been made by the Southern for this work.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16
A CONFERENCE NOV. 26
SHELLEY CALLS HIS COHORTS
 TO BIRMINGHAM
Believed in the Magic City That Ex- ', Governor Johnston Will Make Another Try for the
 Senate. .

: Birmingham, Nov. l5.--tspecial.)-A let ter has been sent out by Gen. Charles M. Shelley. who was chairman of the new SSec coDsiitStiSn. % s askifsx leaders to come to meeting on November 26, in Birm- ingham, for the purpose of continuing the organization and discussing what for for ii the ' Isieetins % was S sent out in sealed envelopes, and 1t was announced at the headquarters of General Shelley that large attendance was expected. The letters have gone to various parts or
 While no definite information is given out, 1t is the intention of the leaders to keep up the organization. as expressed cratic Party in the state.''.
 Former Governor Joseph F. Johnston few days ago announced that the anti ratification forces would capture the next State Democratic Convention and would also have the majority in the next Legislature. He went no further, but the statement has been heard that candidates in the fieid next year. from Governor down to constables, with men who were opposed to the Constitution. It Is believed that former Governor Jo- the United States senatorship, to suc- ceed Senator Pettus. Either Hon. Jesse Stallings or Col. w. H. Denson will be run for Governor.
  Secretary-Treasurer is signed to the call | for the meeting on the 18th inst, when asked as to the intentions of the gen- tlemen at the head of the movement said that 1t expressed itself fully. He fur ther said that the anti-ratificationists proposed to show their strength and that 1t could be better seen in the con- vention next year and in the Legisla- ture. He said that it had been deemed important to continue the organization and that a conference in reference to the future policy was to follow.
 A prominent Democrat" who favored ratification, when told of the intention of anti-ratifcationis to hold meet ing and make effort to keep up their or ganization, laughed. He said that 1t would not amount to much. Another gentleman said that as soon as 1t was discovered that the pledge of the Dena- ocratic Party just after the new Con stitution was framed up was being lived up to those who were following the so- called leaders off would return to the fold like geese moving to the South at the commencement of the winter.
 No statemehe was to be secured from Mir. Underwood, who led the campaign for ratification. He desired not to make any comment. and said that the fact that the new Constitution had been rat flied by a good majority should be enough news for a while.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16
OLD MAN A SUICIDE.
B. W. oxley Kills Himself Near
 Athens.

Athens, Nov. 15.-(Special.) )-Mr. B. w. Oxley. "A years of age, an old ex-Con- feedrate soldier. living six miles west of Athens, shot himself in the forehead yes terday afternoon at his home. producing a wound that resulted in death few hours later. He had been suffering with the grip for some. time and was often "1ighty." While his aged wife was ab- sent from the room he arose from his bed and crossing the room to a bureau took a pistol from 1t and returning to his bed sat down and fired the fatal ball into his head. He remained uncon- scious until a few moments before dying and expressed regret that he had caused. others trouble. He was a native of Virginia.
 It is said that there will be strong applicant for the postoffice in this place in the person of Hon. Walter Simons, recently removed here. He is a very strong Republican. The present post master has some time to serve and has made a most acceptable official. The patrons of the office would regret to see him removed. Dr. York will he strongly endorsed for reappointment.
 A protracted meeting Is in progress at the Presbyterian Church. being conduct ed by the pastor, pr. Barbee, who is ably assisted by Dr. Wear of Mississippi The services are largely attended.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16
MT. King Seriously Hurt.

!" MT. Henry King. one of the largest planters in Dallas County. and a resi- dent of Burnsville Beat, came near meet ing his death this morning in very singular manner. Mir. King has a wind mill near his residence for the purpose of hoisting the water used on his prem ises.' Early this morning one of the bolts got loose and as the wind was blowing very hard the wings of the mill were going round at a fearful rate. MT. King saw 1t and ran toward the wind- mill in order to put the bolt back and stop the mill from revolving so fast. He climbed over a low fence. in order to reach 1t more quickly. Just as he was looking up at the fast revolving wheel. 1t. went to pieces, the big arms, or wings. flying in all directions. The top of the windmill was fully fifty feet from the ground. and three of these blades, or wings. came toward MT. King One of the blades struck him on the forehead. cutting a gash fully five inches long. The blade was coming with fear full momentum, and if 1t had not struck him a glancing blow the whole top of his head would probably have been taken of. As 1t was fearful gash was made and the skull bone was plainly exposed. His left wrist was also cut.
 As soon as the accident occurred, MT. King. who strange to say. was not even dazed by the blow. jumped in his buggy horses could take him. He arrived there just as the train from Birmingham was pulling into the depot. He boarded 1t and in ten minutes more he was in Selma, where his forehead was sewed
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16
Something Big on Tapis

There is quiet talk here that something of great importance to the future Of Sel- ma Is about to be sprung on the public. What 1t is cannot be found out, but knowing ones are looking wise and say ing: You just wait two or three weeks and you are. going to hear something drop" Whether 1t is in the commercial, railroad pr industrial line, your has not been able to find out, but 1t is certainty that there is in the air. Whatever 1t is, means foreign capital. new blood and energy added to home talent.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16
SURGICAL OPERATIONS
Many of Them Unnecessary. Mrs. Pinkham's Advice and Medicine Have Saved Many Women From the Surgeons Knife.

Hospitals n great cities sad places to visit.
 patients lying those snowwhe beds women and girls
 Why should this be the casef
 Because they have neglected themselves.
 Every these patients in the hospital beds had plenty of warning in that feeling the left right of the womb exhaustion, in the small of the back All these things are condition the womb
 terrifying thought these souls lying therc on those hospital awaiting a fearful operation.
 Do not drag along place of employment until you obliged the hospital and submit to an and Build the female system the which gnhd themselves by danger signals and that hospital the letter here published with the full writer she escaped the knife by faithful Pnkha advice and treatment by her medicines
 Pinkham at Lynn, Mass, for free adv here twenty
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16
Back From Mobile.

Hon. H. F Reese, member of the late Constitutional Convention returned home from Mobile last night, where he has been for several days past; st;o,1 He soI,n re trere are very much incensed at Sam Jones for the stand that he took against attributcd to his sermons the fact that Mo;,Ae County went against the new new Mr Jones alluded sarcastically to the Ccnstitution in several of his sermons. ,77. l;ue the remark that he could take sflr7p tail lawyer and a negro stenogra- oher and get up abetter sta constitution; ns iS Constitution in Mobile that Sam Jones's tirade against 1t innuenced 1t to give the that they received. Mir. Reese reports that there is great rejoicing among the ganic law has won out in the State by such handsome majority; Mobile. he says. has always been a little cratic po- Iiticallv. a few sore-heads joining with the negro element of the city, being able to give the Democracy a good deal of trONble.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16
Election Next Monday.

Although the election in the Fourth Ward to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of MT Joseph F. Pollock in the City Council occurs next Monday there seems to be little interest mani Tested in the result down there. Only forty-eight of the voters of the ward are registered and only that number can vote. except those entitled to register on the day of the election. But If none reg ister. the man who gets twenty-five votes, if all that have registered go to the polls, will waltz off with the plum. There are two candidates for the place. Mir. Will Castigan and Major F. M. Donner. Neith- CT one of them has done a great deal of electioneering. and they seem to be just letting the matter take its natural course, leaving 1t to the people to vote for either one of the two that they may desire. It matters not which one wins. the Fourth Ward will have a representative that will look closely after the interests of his constituents.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16

Ut table that while the net in 20 r onanes is from s1oe 40 in lowest high est The Travellers gain total saving s1e4 to s22e equal to from aa cent of the 
 rt will also observed guarantees paidup c in the other companies and additions
 The above table "Flitcrafts ro,n and The Spectator andy 1eo1 State Travellers Hartford Conn Additional information snt forms policy their flee corner Talapoosa mail phone
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16

pr. and Mrs. Aston Fitts were married at Ottawa, Kan, on Wednesday, October 30. and reached home Monday at noon. The house was handsomely decorated for the occasion. and there were at last 800 gue sts present to extend their hearty congratulations to the honorees of the occasion. The Tuscaloosa Orchestra rem dered very pretty musical program dur ing the evening.
 Trainmaster J. B. Murphy of the Mobile and Ohio Railroad received telegram yesterday afternoon announcing the death of his father. M. Murphy at Mur-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16
Stolen Goods Recovered.

Several negroes were tried in police court this morning on the charge of steal ing goods from the hardware store of Hcward' Caruthers @ Co., and for re bv the name of Henry Anderson was con- victed for having stolen the goods and was given a fine of BIO Tobe Edwards and Jesse Smith. two colored merchants, were put on trial for receiving the prop
 erty. Tobe Edwards. who stands high in the estimation of both whites and blacks
 proved that he came into possession of the goods in his store in a perfectly legit- innate manner and did not know that they were stolen. After hearing the evidence
 m reference to Edwards the Mayor re- leased him. Jesse Smith. however, did not get of so light. He was given me
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16
SHOT NEGRO BRAKEMAN. He Had Cursed a Flagman and Re.
 fused to Retract.

sylacauga. Nov. 5.-tSpecial) )-This evening at s o'clock. Will Jackson. negro brakeman on the Louisville and Nashville local freight, was shot and seriously if rot fatally injured by the f1agman, Arch May. The train was In charge of Conductor Eason. The negro had been very insulting and disobedient through the day. and when asked to perform some duties about the train cursed Mir. May. When the freight ar- riv ed at Svlacansa the negro was agein told to do something and in return cursed violently. Mir May asked him to retract what he said which he refused to do, and approached May. cursing him again.
 whereupon May fired on him three times all shots taking effect. Mir May was reared in Fayetteville. Ala, and has been in the employ of the l.. and N. Railroad for some time. He is a young man of good character and Is well liked by the railroad officials.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16
TO PROMOTE FARLEY.
Alabama Miners Wish to See Him
 Advanced.

Birmingham. Nov. 15.-(Special)-At a meeting of the Pratt City local of the United Mine Workers of America, held last night, the following nominations for national officers were made: For Presi- dent, John A. Mitchell of Illinois; for Vice-President, W. R. Fairley of Ala bama; for Secretary Treasurer, W. D. Wilson of Pennsylvania. The local at Pratt City is the largest in the United States and has considerable influence in the national conventions. w. R. Fairley of Alabama is now a member of the Ma sional Executive Board and has been for several years. He has been doing much ton and his comrades in Alabama desire to see him go higher. Edward Flynn, President of the Alabama District and W R. Farley were endorsed as represen- latives from the United Mine Workers
 o the American Federation of Labor.
 Announcement was made today of an ldvance of 50 cents per ton on all grades
 pig iron. This places No. 2 foundry at
 l150. The advance was anticipated dur
 ng the first part of the week. There is a good demand for the product and the furnaces are manufacturing a large amount. Inquiries continue to come in . as to the product, and some orders are being placed here op which dehvety will V 10 made next March. a4l a
 ,- Major A. Heckman Morgan. wife and maid, are at the Hillman Hotel. They register from London, Englspd. Majer Morgan Is interested in immense iron
The Montgomery advertiser., 1901-11-16
Some Comparative Figures

readers of The Advertiser who may cont purchasing herewith present table showing representative companies The policy
 comparison hf with "distribuion" The of the policy is $ooo (which the of nsurs The comparison for ages would relatively us this table: