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The age-herald., 1902-01-28
North Birmingham, East Lake and AvondaIe Debate the
 Subject Tonight
MANY FAVOR GREATER CITY
Main Question Is, What Advantages Has Birmingham to Offer Her Neighbors-Taxation Matter
 an Important One.

Residents of the suburbs which have been invited to become part of Greater Birmingham are taking a lively interest in the matter, and especially the meet ing of the Greater Birmingham commit tee, which takes place tomorrow night. At this meeting representatives Of the suburban towns will be present and there will be a general interchange of views between the city and it's neighbors.
 Meetings of the citizens of Avondale, North Birmingham and East Lake will be held tonight to discuss the matter preparatory to the meeting on Wednes- day night at Mayor Drennen's office. Avondale will probably have two dele gations at the meeting Wednesday night The Mayor and city attorney have been designated to be present and a committee will be appointed at the mass meeting tonight A majority of it's residents are thought to be in favor of annexation if suitable terms can be agreed on. These matters will come up for discussion to- night and the committee will be in- structed as to the terms on which Avon dale will come into the city.
 Opposed to Saloons.
 It Is understood that one condition will be that the territory now known as Avon dale be exempt from saloons. The ques- tions of police and fire protection will fire department which has done good service, and its citizens will naturally be anxious to know what will become of it. The town Is in good financial condition and Is one of the most desirable of Bir- mingham's suburbs.
 The citizens of Woodlawn, which lies just beyond Avondale. are also under stood to favor annexation if satisfactory terms can be arranged MT. M. F. Wood, a prominent resident of that place, said yesterday that the present tax rate of Woodlawn is 50 cents and that the town was considering the matter of shortly increasing the rate to $1. This would give 1t the same tax rate as Birmingham, and that if Greater Birmingham could do more for the town or offer it better results than 1t could achieve for itself under the $1 tax rate he thought the peo- pie would be in favor of annexation.
 Other Meetings.
 The meeting at East Lake will be held at College Station at 8 o'clock and the meeting at North Birmingham will take place at Jackson Hall at 7:30 o'clock. MT. H. c. Miller. one of the East Lake delegates invited to confer with the Greater Birmingham committee, is be- hind the meeting there tonight. He wishes to obtain the sentiment of the East Lake people. His associate, Dr.. Barrett, is quite sick and will hardly be able to attend the conference. It is prob able at the meeting tonight an alternate will be elected.
 The North Birmingham meeting is called by MT. George Tarrant, who has been selected to represent that suburb Wednesday night at the conference. The meeting there tonight will also be for the purpose of an expression of views so as to find out the sentiment of North Bir- mingham on annexation
The age-herald., 1902-01-28
Woman Dies of Poison
 May Be Case Of Suicide

Mrs. Elsie J. Austin, wife of Mir. H. M. Austin of the City Paper Company. died at her residence, Seventh avenue and Sixteenth street, North. Sunday after noon from what is believed to have been an over dose of poison taken with sul- oidal intent Saturday night she was found in serious condition and Sunday pr. Lewis Whaley was called in. She was then unconscious and beyond hope Dr. Whaley expressed the opinion that Mrs. Austin died of poison. An empty laudanum bottle was found near the fire place as if she had taken it's contents and thrown the bottle there. Another empty bottle lay near, but what 1t con- tained is not known.
The age-herald., 1902-01-28
MINISTER WU ASKED
 TO SPEAK HERE
COMMERCIAL CLUB SENDS DIS. TINGUISHED CHINAMAN AN IN- vITATloN TO ADDRESS THAT BODY ON TRADE RELATIONS.

An invitation has been extended to Minister Wu to speak before the Com mercial Club on the trade relations of America and China. He will be in the South about March l on an extended tour and several prominent gentlemen have suggested he be invited to Birm- ingham by the Commercial Club.
 It is expected Mir. Wu will dwell prin- cipally on that portion of the trade which the South is most interested in, cotton, steel. iron. etc.
 Col. A. K. Mcclure has suggested the invitation and ex-Governor Joseph F. Johnston wrote a letter to the Commer- cial Club endorsing the suggestion. Sec retary J. B. Gibson has sent the invita- tion and will probably hear from Minister Wu in few days.
The age-herald., 1902-01-28
Record of Courts.

In the first division of the City Court inc case of Lawson Smith vs. the Birm- ingham Southern Railway is on trial. Plaintiff is a young boy IA years of age and was injured he says by one of de- feudant's cars while crossing it's track.
 In the Circuit Court Thomas Startley has filed suit against the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad Company for s10,o0O damages. He claims to have been an em- ploye of the defendant on January 6, 1902 and to have been injured in some blasting at it's Dolcito mines. He says that sufficient warning of the blast was not given.
 In the Criminal Court the case of Will Truitt, colored. charged with burglary from the store of Robert Frews on Sec- ond avenue resulted in a mistrial
 Schuler, c. H. Schuler and R. D. Car yer of the Alabama Steel and wire Com pany Is set for hearing in the City Court at 10 o'clock this morning.
 This Is the case in which MT, Robinson asked for a rule nisi against the defen- dants requiring them to show cause why they should not be attached for con tempt for refusing to obey an order of court directing them to allow petitioner to inspect the books of the company.
The age-herald., 1902-01-28
NEGRO WOMAN HELD
 FOR STEALING GEMS
Willie Bennett Employed By Mrs Roberts, Believed to Have
 Taken Jewels.

Willie Bennett. a negro woman. is held at the city jail charged with stealing diamonds from Mrs. Roberts. Ell Sev- enth avenue. valued at siS5. Joe Warner was also arrested on suspicion of being implicated in the robbery.
 When searched a number of pawn tick cts were found on him. and 1t is sup posed the woman has been stealing for some time while he pawned the articles.
 The negro woman was employed by Mrs. Roberts Yesterday the diamonds were missed. and she being the only per- son having access to the room. was ar- rested.
 The stolen property consisted of a soli- tairc worth about $15O and another ring, which was set with diamond chips. valued at eS5. -' 2" ri'fH tst e ElS
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REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS.

The following deeds have been placed on record:
 H, K. Milner and wife to B. F. Bar bour. 1-15-O2 5000; lot ', block 59, Birming- ham.
 U. c. Mason and wife to c. P. Ehr- man, 1-25-O2. s15se.S9; lots 1S, IA, 15. 16 IT., IS, 19 and 2O block 2SS. Birmingham.
 w. L. Woodruff and wife to T. J. Ed wards, 1-16-02, s225O; part of lot 6. block 7SS, Birmingham.
 Investment Real Estate Company to J.. J. Ashton. 7-25-01, $4474.63; lot ,15. Petty johns subdivision. block IA, Wares.
 U. c. Mason and wife to P. Ball and wife, ls-2s-o1. s12oo; lot IS. block 2s7. Bir- mingham.
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serious fall and has never entirely recov- cred. She was alone all day and it Is supposed she became Respondent and took the poison, or 1t might have been taken by accident. The remains will be inferred this morning at 10 o'clock In Elm Leaf cemetery.
 Dr. Whaley said last night that when he was called in Sunday he told MT Austin there was no hope, and after brief examination gave poison as the cause of death.
 It is believed by her friends that Mrs. Austin was suffering great pain from her injuries and took laudannm to relieve herself. but not knowing the right quan- tity, took too much.
The age-herald., 1902-01-28
MIR. LOUIS SAkS HURT
 IN RUNAWAY ACCIDENT
WeII-Known Merchant Thrown From Buggy, But Not Seriously
 Injured.

MT. Louis Saks the merchant was thrown from his buggy yesterday after noon, receiving several scratches and bruises.
 MT. Saks was driving down Fourth avenue when his horse became frightened running away and demolishing the buggy.
 In his efforts to control the animal Mr. Saks fell from the buggy, but sus- tained no serious injuries.
The age-herald., 1902-01-28

Not loan company, but private bank, seeking to invest a large money surrlus in loans on furni- ture, fixtures, pianos, etc., at fair and legal rate of interest. If you wish to withdraw from any loan company or combine your debts, or need money for business or any other purpose, call, write or telephone. and courteous and re-, spectful treatment will be yours. whether you borrow or not. Our confidential agent will call if de- sired.
The age-herald., 1902-01-28
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 or TrdulOr, Mcdonald & Co.'S FINE HAVANA CIGARS.

For new subscribers The Age-Heral6 will accept cigar box tops or the following brands of Traylor Mo- Donald & Company's fine cigars in payment of subscription to the Daily Age-Herald. as follows: ''Magistrate.' Traylor's Travellers, Traylor's Havanas. Right of Way, Sportsman's Delight, Boh White. Little Clear Havanas. Traylor'p' Specials Traylors BoQuet and General Gordon, sent by mail or express. charges prepaid. Three months subscription for 10 topa. Six months eubsc, iption for 2c tops- Twelve months sub bscription for 1o
The age-herald., 1902-01-28
Fast Service via. the Mobile < Ohio
 Railroad.

Fast service via the Mobile and Ohio Railroad for Cairo. St. Louis and points in the North. East and West. New equipment. through sleepers Superior service. P. S. Hay, s. D. P. A.. No. 2 Commerce street. Montgomery, Ala. c. M. Shepard. c. fP. A.. Mobile, Ala.
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THE WEATHER.

Birmingham, Ala, Jan. 27, 1902. Local observations during the 24 hours ending D. m, Central time:
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If your stomach is disordered. bowels irregular and you don't feel well, you need Prickly Ash Bitters. It is very ef- fective in removing this condition.
The age-herald., 1902-01-28
Must Go.

Just received, big lot of sample over coats at less than manufacturers cost
The age-herald., 1902-01-28

Gas stove fires are regular fires.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

We offer one hundred dollars reward for
any case Of catarrh that cannot b, cured
by Halls catarrh cure.
P.J. CHENEY a CO., Props, Toledo, O.
We, the undersigned, have known y. J.
cheney for the last 10 years, and believe
him perfectly honorable in all business
transactions and financially able 70 car
ry out any obligations made by their firm
WE TRuAx, Wholesale druggists;
wALpING, KINNAN MARVIN, wholesale
druggists, TOlodo, ohio.
nails catarrh cure is ken internally
acting directly upon the blood and mu,
cous surfaces Of the system. Price 75c
per bottle. Sold By All druggists. Testi.
monials FREQ.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

"For years l suffered such untold mis-
cry from bronchitis, 4" writes J II. John
ston, OF Broughton, GA, "lhat often was
unable to work. Then, when everything
else failed, was wholly cure'l by Dr.
Kings Sew discovery for consumption.
My wife suffered intensely from asthma,
till it cured her, and all our experience
goes to show it is the best Group medicine
in the world" A trial will convince you
it's unrivaled for throat and lung diseas,
cs. Guaranteed bottles 80 and sl.OO. Trial
bottles FREQ at Webb Bros.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

Have you heard the new pre-
scription for good health? A Paris
physician says that an hour spent
in balloon u mile above the earth
will do more toward toning up the
blood than a month spent at a
health resort in the mountains.
II any of our readers have balloon
they would be willing to loan for
an hour or 20, we would be pleased
TO hear from them.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28
Look PIea.nrt. P,oase.

Photographer C. c. Harlan, Of Eaton, o.
can do so now, though for years he could
Mt because he suffered untold agony
from the worst form of indigestion. All
physicians and medicines failed to help
him till he tried Electric Bitter, which
worked such wonders forihim that he de-
claros they aro a godsend TO sufferers
from dyspepsia and stomach troubles,
Unrivalsd for diseases Of the stomach, Ii
yer and kidneys, they build up and give
new life to the whole system. Try them
Only SOC. Guaranteed by Webb Bros
druggist.
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free itself from the rule of the
Joplin ring which is endeavoring
to control it.
Secretary Shsw's Ban on Poker.

From the Chicago Record Herald.
1t ought TO be a perfecrly plain
business proposition that young
man who plays poker or bets on
the races is unfit for any fiduciary
position in any financial institu-
tion especially position that in
wolves tho handling of large
amounts of money.
The fact that the clerks in the
United States treasury may have
originally obtained their positions
through politicians docs not alter
the very obvious fact that it is u
business institution--one of the
largest in tho world d-and most of
the positions are places of trust
and responsibility.
This is the way the hard.headed
Secretary of the Treasury looked
at the matter, and, having learned
that many of the clerks wero nd-
dicted to gambling of this sort, lie
at once issued warming that the
governments business was too i'm
portant to intrust to young men
who took chances on poker and
horse races. To give the warning
practical effect three clerks whu
were known to risk their salaries
OH poker were reduced in rank and
set back on the pay rolls. 1t is
announced by the secretary that
the policy of relegating poker play.
ers to positions of less Importance
, will be followed by dismissal from
, the service in case Of repetition o.
the offense.
The action of Secretary Shaw
e will meet with general approval
+ The treasury of the United States
is no place for young men wh'
risk money in games Of chance.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28
A YOUNG LADV'S LIFE SAVED.
At Panama, columbia, by Chnmberlain's s
collie, cholera and Diarrhoea
Remedy,

htucuys
Dr. Chas. II. Utter, prominent physici-
an, Of BANANA, columbia, in recent
letter states: Last March | bad pa
tient young lady sixteen years Of age,
who had a very bad attack of dysentery.
Everything prescribed for her proved
Intellectual and she was growing worse
every hour. Hor parents were sure she
would dio, She had become so weak that
she could not turn over in bed. What to
do at this critical moment was a study
for me, but thought OF chamberlain 3
collie, cholera aud Diarrhoea Renledy ard
as u last resort prescribed it. Tho most
wonderful result was effected. Within
eight hours she was feoling much better
inside OF throe days she was upon hcI
feet and at the end OF one week was en-
tirely WE'LL" For sale by Webb Drug d
Hdw CO.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

1t is much harder for the aver
age mortal to stand up under pros
perity than poverty. Chns. Nj.
Schawb, the president of tho bill
lion dollar steel trust, who has
had such wanderful career, has
found his prosperity to be his I'M
doing. He has recently suffered q
physical collapse, said to be on &C.
count of his fast living. Let uf
all be thankful that we're poor.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28
SIMPLE STABLE GRANARY.

of grain are handled, for bags. Bins
are filled from top at door, which
has a tight fitting lid. Grain elevated
on a platform by a windlass from
wagon. Every time any grain is taken
out, the grain in bin is stirred or aired,
thereby drying out damp grain.-W. A.
Sharp, in Farm and Home.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

WANTED YOUNG MEN from
jasper County at once to prepare for
Positions in the Government Service
Railway Mail Clerks, Letter Carriers,
Custom House and Departmental
Clerks. etc. Apply to Interstate Cor
ros. Inst. Cedar Rapids, la. AGA.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

The new features OF your company
and the success and standing Of those
connected with The National Life and
Trust Company, notably among whom
is ex-Goy. Shaw of Iowa, lately made one
Presidents cabinet as Secretary of tho
Treasury, have induced me To take some
time to investigate the plan and stand
ing Of the company. The plan is very
attractive ito those wishing to invest,
and the company seems good beyond
question. ID. r. GOUCHER.
President Carthage Nat. Bank.
One OF the safest, and from the terms
cf its contract one Of tho most profitable
Investments ever offered to the public.
W. IL. ELLETT,
Pros. Peoples Ssv. Bank, Chillicothe.
Safe as government bond.
EDW. SCHOFIELD,
Governor of Wisconsin,.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28
ty's will he held at Lamar, but the
dates havo not been announced.

The state school fund question
has been discussed pro and con by
the politicians until the average
citizen is unable to decide whether
Missouri has a school fund or
whether sho has not.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28
HANDY STABLE GRANARY.
u IL Not Only Useful as n Labor saver.
Hat Also Keeps the Grain In
Fine Condition.

My grim bins have raised bottom.
as portrayed, elevated at back and
side. so the grain will slide to outlet
spouts, q, a, which have n sliding valve
TO raise when grain Is wanted. The
spOuts should be high enough from
fiOor for a one-half bushel measure to
set under, or where large quantities
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

Mr.. c. J. Smith, the great Sun
day School man of Carl Junction,
has announced himself as a candi-
date for county treasurer, Mr..
Smiths MAGNIFICENT work in be-
half of the Sunday Schools of the
county is ample proof that he
would make tirst-class county Of.
ficial. More of the Sunday School
species Of officials and less Of ths
saloon stripe would be n whole
some thing for Jasper county.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28
shattern an Reeord..

Twice 10 hospital, +. A. Gullcdgs, Yer
beuS, Ala, paid vast sum to doctors to
cure a severe case Of piles, causing "a tu-
mors. When all failed, Ducklen's 5 Arnica
Salye soon cure him. Subdues- -infiama.
tion, couquers aches, kills pai 8. Best
salve in the world. pc at Webb Bros.
drug store.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

The Carthage Democrat has been
reinforced in its fight against Bar.
beoism and corruption within its
own party by the forces of the Or
onogo Index, The Index hereto
fore has been meekly wearing the
Barbee yoke. but has at last cui
loose and is breathing the free aii
again. II the Democratic party oI
Jusper county is wise it vii
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

have carefully investigated the plan
Of the National Life and Trust Co., Of
Des Moines. Iowa. have taken stock
10 said company. II is perfectly safe,
and can conscientiously commend il TO
auy one wishing to make a safe invest
ment. BERT WEBB,
Cashier Bank Of Jasper.
After n carefnl investigation l have
applied for three thousand dollar bond.
The fact that securities amounting to
tho amount ei accrued profits, together
with the original Investment must be,
according 10 the laws Of Iowa, deposited
with the Auditor Of State to secure the
policy holders makes this, in my opinion
a safe aud profitable Investment.
&. r. JONES.
President Webb City Bank.
The element Of risk entirely elimina.
ted. F..M. DRAKE,
ex Governor Of Ohio
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

The Democrats nominated their
county ticket yesterday and the
Republicans will select theirs next
week. This will probably finish
the list Of tickels for this year.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

Henry L.Shattuck of shellsburg, Iowa,
was cured of stomach trouble with
which be had been afflicted for years, by
four boxes o. Chamherlain's stomach 4
Liver Tablets. He had previously tried
many other remedies and a number Ct
physicians without relief. For sale by
Webb Drug 4 Hdw co.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

Both Barton and Jasper oonnties
will have fairs this fall. jasper
conn,y's will be held ut Carthage
September lG to 10. Barton coun-
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28
Good Coffee.

Lovers Of Good Coffee Try can Of
our. r.MAcHATA OR FRUIr CAS BLESD and
you will want no other, only SOC.
Boucher and Butts.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28
BENEFITS TICKET OFFICE,
Carthage, RIO.
Sci railroad tickets at re-
duccd rates.

4 number of city councils OF
the state are gstting after the
weeds in the shape Of ordinances
compelling the owners OF patches
TO sec that they are cut down.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28
Cream Separators.

We make and sell good Cream Sepa-
ators. SItist action guaranteed.
Wm Baynes.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28
SubserIption Rates.
>,,..our, Pacific Time TobIe.

SOUTH BOUND.
No 20-St L., X & & Joplin Mail 7;30 am
No 2T X G, Tex Il Joplin Mail 300 pm
I,l2j-K &, Tex & Joplin Exp. l2;25 am
No lU3- Local Freights. ...."...l .lO;l2 am
NoRrn HOUND.
No sG-Tex, Joplin 4 X & Exp. $3.50 am
No 94-Joplin, X G. Il st L Mail 1912 am
No ;O-S. l., K C& Joplin Mail. sol I'm
No Local Freights ....... 800 pm
All trains have through chair cars.
Close connection in union dcpots.
Tickets sold and baggage checked
through TO all principle points in tn
country. IL. y. bAhEh, Agent
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Cash paid for Hides and Furs
Boucher x Butts.
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Insurance i'm Force in 100.
Insurance i'm Force i'm 1000,
Insurance i'm Force i'm 1902,
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WANTED.

Farmers and stOc men to try
a sac of "Crushod r ock
Salt" at Boucher & Butts,
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The Jasper News.
LYNN MONROE.
Editor.
THURSDAY, AUGUST %, 1902.

Issued every Thursday and devoted to
tlo interests Of the people OF jasper and
vicinity. Our politics The greatest
-.~od to the greatest number"
Entsrcd at the PostoiIlce at Jasper,
t;o.. ~ Second-class matter September
y, 1893.
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28

These endowment bonds mature in ten years
Approved securities equivalent to every mans money dpe
with the Auditor of state of Iowa.
minnz TO the lowest possible point
Endowment is maximized to the highest possblero
Every bond has a cash and loan value
Every bond has all time bank, with
the company itself
Every bond exempt from taxation and free from execution
Every bond is safe = a government bond
man h .s live to You don't have to die to beat it,
The safest and remuneatve method of savings and invest
ment presented to the people
Its marvellous growth amply jushes this statement
The Jasper news., 1902-08-28
Opinions Of Well Known fancrs Bankers and Economists

The funds Of the Company can be in
vested under the provisions Of the con-
stitution only in farm loans. This pro-
vision was inserted at my solicitation,
aud propose to see that these loans are
safely placed. LESLIE NJ. SHAW,
Secretary U. S. Treasury.
After carefully Investigating the plan
Of The National Life and Trust Co.,
am thoroughly convinced Of its absolute
security. have bond for several
shares, and commend Ithe plan to all
who are looking for safe investment.
j. II. SPENCER,
Cashier Miners Bank.
After y thorough aud exhaustive in
yestigati1n into the safety OF your ten
year endowment bonds, | have made ap-
rIicatiou for a 5000 bond and recon.
mend the same to my friends.
j. X. CRAGIN,
Cashier 1st Nat. Bank, Joplin.