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Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
KIRKLAND ASSAULTS TABOR.
Search Light Terms The Personal Encounter Between Kirkland and Tabor, Dastardly Deed
 Done Without Provocation.
 Happened at Bald Knob.
SEARCH LIGHT


 E. A. Tabor, superintendent of the Arkansas Anti-Saloon League, was announced to preach at the Meth odist church at Bald Knob last Sum- day morning. When the hour for service arrived he left the hotel and started to the church. On his way, passing along the street, he was ma- liciously assaulted by one Kirkland, whose saloon at Bald Knob has re- gently been closed by petition, under the direction of the Anti Saloon Lea que. Not in the least suspecting the malicious intentions of his assailant, MT. Tabor very courteously stopped when Kirkland called to him and naturally expected no more than an ordinary salutation. On approaching MT. Tabor, as a pretense for offense, Kirkland charged him with having said something about his business, that he did not like, and without ask | ing for an explanation proceeded to- strike MT. Tabor, knocking him over against window, and then struck him several times on the back of the head with something which inflicted an ugly wound at each blow. During the altercation some of Kirkland's pals stood near to see the job we'll done. MT. Tabor went back to the hotel, and, after having his wounds dressed, proceeded to the church where the audience was waiting for him. Not satisfied with the cowardly deed already done, Kirkland and his crowd attempted to intimidate him further by following him into the church and remaining during ser vices followed him to the depot and while waiting for the train made many threats as to what they would do if he (Tabor) ever came back to Bald Knob again. In an interview l with sGIve. Tabor about the affair he stated that there had not been an un- kind word between him and Kirkland previous to this time, and as he did not propose to fight the battles of the Anti Saloon League in that way, he was totally unsuspecting and unpre- pared for the assault.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
FOUND A DEN OF SNAKES.


 John Throgmorton, living near Nay Tor, had quite an interesting day Sat urday with rattlesnakes. For several summers Mir. Throgmorton has noticed hole in the side of small hill and whenever passing it there seemed to be some fascination about it for him. Saturday morning bright and early he concluded to enter the interior of the hill and discover, if possible, the na- ture of this peculiar attraction. He began his labors and after having gone a distance of about 15 feet found that it led to den of rattlers, which meas ured from two to six feet in length and wearing buttons from one to twelve, indicating their ages He was successful in killing 28 and believes that there are still others hidden in the hill. Each snake having it's own pocket it was an easy matter to dis pose of them as he came in contact with them. After he had them all dug out he took them home and ex- tracted quite an amount of snake oil, which it is claimed is very soothing in case of rheumatism. Poplar Bluff Citizen.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
SILVER WEDDING CELEBRATION.

Beautiful engraved invitations are out to the silver wedding of Dr. and Mrs. J. W. Coffman upon the evening of Thursday, February 20, hours from eight to eleven o'clock, at their resi- dence, 223 Main street.
 This twenty fifth anniversary of the happiest event of their lives will no doubt be very appropriately and pleasantly remembered by Dr. and Mrs. Coffman, surrounded by their friends, and we hope their welded life may also be graced by a golden an niversary
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
PSYCHOLOGICAL.
THOMAS TOLER.

Esquire Thomas Toler, an old settler of Jackson county and veteran of the Confederate army, died Thursday, February 6, 1902 at 12:1O o'clock at his home in Swifton.
 He had been in poor health the past year and was aged about 50 years.
 He was a member of a North Caro- lima regiment and proved brave sol- ,dier as he afterwards did a good and substantial citizen. He was justice of the peace in Glass township and highly respected by his fellow men.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
sPRIGG BROWN WAKES WROTH.

w. Sprigg Brown, a former resident of this county, who has lately located at Poplar Bluff and begun the prac- tice of law was recently criticised in a contribution to one of the papers, which has called forth an answer in the following characteristic letter:
 To WHOM IT MAY CoNcERN:- When that self-conceited, constituted judge, self-righteous, pharisaical per- sonage, who pseudonymously con tributes to the Sentinel, his vitupera- tive quasi disquisitions, telling lawyers "what they ought to do and say" comes from under his cowardly cover, signs to his contributions the cogno- mentation his mother christened him,
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14

dignity and character which should grace such an important office.
 When the Spanish war broke out he enlisted in the army, be- ing captain of company. He has been democrat always, loyal and faithful to the platforms and nominees of the party. He is man of close discernment and conservative iudg ment, who is capable of looking after the interests of this county, and would no doubt prove faithful to his trust should the people honor him.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
PARAGOULD MAD DOG.

A mad dog caused furor of excite ment in some portions of West Para gould yesterday afternoon and fear is yet experienced by some of the resi- dents of that section of the town, as the rabid animal is said to have bitten number of other dogs.
 Tom Peterson in company with three others procured guns and went in pursuit of the vicious canine, but were unable to get in killing range, though they fired a number of shots. -SoliphOne.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
MRS. WILLIAM WHYBREW.

Mrs. William Whybrew, died Mon day night at her home below the Southern Cotton Oil Mill, and was buried Tuesday afternoon, the funeral being conducted by Rev. James H. Brooks, pastor of the Christian church of which denomination she was a member.
 The deceased was aged between 30 and 35 years and leaves a husband and a house of small children to mourn the loss of wife and parent. Her death is peculiarly unfortunate for the little ones, who are thus left with out the care of a mother.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
RAILROAD RUMBLINGS.

The Wendleken Construction com pany of Texas, which has a large con tract with the s. M. Sy A. railroad, is preparing to go to work and on Mon- day will commence the enormous task of grading through seven miles of solid stone at and near Neeley's landing, 20 miles above the city on the Mississippi river. This is one of the most difficult tasks a gang of construction men have ever attempted, and it is estimated that over ton of giant powder and dynamite will be necessary to blast out the solid mas onry to a sufficient extent to permit the laying of tracks through the walls of stone. Caruth- ersville Democrat.
 The St. L., M. SS s. E. have finished their road from Pocahontas to Current river and have now commenced work ing from this city towards Pocahontas and hope to have the road completed in thirty five days. A large force of workmen have been put to work in an endeavor to complete the road as rap- idly as possible. Poplar Bluff Sentinel.
 J. N. Sturdivant of Marianna arr rived Saturday to accept a position under w. B. Chastain.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
SMALLPOX STRICKEN.

Augusta, Ark. Feb. 10 Augusta has seven l-deyeloped cases of sm all- pox. The authorities are doing all iu their power to stop the dread plague. There will be no services at any of the churches for few weeks. The schools are still running and will not be stopped unless it is absolutely nec- essary.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
PROMINENT BANKER DEAD.

Cotton Plant, Feb. 10.--R. P. Me- Gregor, vice. president of the Bank of Cotton Plant and a wealthy planter, died at his residence here last night at 10:45. He was sick about two months. He leaves large family and host of friends to mourn his death. Two brothers and sister, who reside at Murfreesboro, Tenn, survive him.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
A THIRD CANDIDATE.

Judge M. M. Stuckey in this issue of the INDEPENDENT announces his cam didacy for representative from this county. He needs no introduction or commendation at our hands As one of the leading practitioners of the Newport bar, the high order of his in tellectual ability has long been estab
 lished, as we'll as his reputation for
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
WALNUT RIDGE ROBBERS.

Walnut Ridge, Ark, February 7.- Burglars attempted to blow open the safe in the postoffice here Wednesday night. They first broke into Phelps' store, taking three Remington shot, guns and ammunition. They were frightened off by man going after a doctor.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
NO TRACE OF ROBBERS.
Funeral Services of the Brave Sheriff. New Story of the Bank Robbery. Successor to Powers
 Appointed.

Clarksville, Feb. 6.-As time rolls on many things are developed in the bank robbery which occurred here yesterday. The Bank of Clarksville is situated between J. P. Mitchell 6 Sons drug store and T. J. Kindrick's hardware store, both on North Main street. Sheriff Powers, Deputy Sher- if King and Jesse and Heartsill Ragan all roomed over Mitchell's drug store. she burglars made two attempts to blow open the safe.
 The first explosion awoke all the Oc- cupants of the house, but no one got up except young Ragan, who raised the window and looked out, but could hear nothing of any one, so went back to bed. Just as he had got in bed the last big explosion occurred. Then Powers suspected that robbers were in the bank. He seized brace of pistols and started down stairs. Just as he stepped out of the stairway, which led into a dark alley, one of the gang shot at the sheriff. Powers ex- claimed:
 "Bank robbers, and the alley is full of them;" also, ssWhat are you>shoot- ing at me for?'' He was answered by another shot. Then the sheriff com menced to shoot at the fellow in the alley.
 Twelve or fifteen shots were ex- changed, when the robbers turned and ran west behind the stores of Kindrick and Laser & Co.,, and then the shireff went to the front of Mitch ell's drug store, where two of the rob- bers had come to the rescue of the fellow in the alley.
 Then hot battle ensued, in which Sheriff Powers succeeded in driving the two back into the bank, when the fellow who had engaged in the fight in the alley came around the corner and fired the fatal shot.
 \ Ihe- firing ceased and Sheriff Pow CTS exclaimed, sMy God, they have done me-" Then Jesse Ragan rushed to his rescue and took him to his room, where he died in thirty minutes. None of the occupants were armed except Powers. Deputy King had a Winchester, but it being disconnected he did not succeed in getting it in shape in time to engage in the fight Deputy King asked Powers to let him take one of the pistols and go down with him, but Powers replied that he (King) had better get the gun in shape, and that he (Powers) would go down and engage them, which none other than John Powers would have done, single handed.
 The funeral took place this after noon at 2:30 at the residence of his sister, Mrs. Lula Pennington, being conducted by Revs. I. I. Burrow of Altus and Geo. w. Hill of this place, after which the Knights of Pythias took charge of the body and proceed ed to Oakland cemetery, where he he was laid to rest. The funeral pro- cession was one of the largest ever attended in Johnson county, the peo- pie thus showing their appreciation of his unprecedented valor and un swerving devotion to duty The citi- zens of Clarksville are subscribing literally to reward for the capture and conviction of the murderers. The people here are greatly exercised over the affair and feel that they have been outraged by the killing of so mo- ble man by band of thieves and robbers.
 So far there is no definite trace of the fugitives.
 KING APPOINTED SHERIFF.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
THE OPERA MASCOT.
Rendered By Home Talent to Crowd ed House Friday Evening at Opera House Under Super vision of Sinclair and
 Taylor, a Complete
 Success.
Success

SuSCOco.
 "The best what is'' has had it's night, and the large audience in at tendance are enthusiastic in their praises and unqualified in their en- dorsement of it's complete success. The comic opera Mascot, is well suited for the diverse talents of home people drilled upon short notice to play stage parts, and the version of this bright and interesting drama as accorded by Jesse J. Sinclair was highly thought of by a we'll informed and critical audience.
 For several weeks the rehearsing has been in progress and naturally enough, the public mind was keenly anxious for the performance. It's ex- cellence had been foretold and in many ways the conception of the outside public had been exalted to heights of anticipation, dangerous to the commonplace in the disappoint- ment which might follow, but this conception was not doomed to be cast down. The opera was more than a fulfllment of all previously expressed opinions and anticipations and has re- ceived the most cordial expressions of satisfaction and pleasure from the large house in attendance.
 Messrs Sinclair and Taylor carry very elaborate stage settings for their opera, and the neat and pretty cos tunes worn by charming feminine beauty and well appearing, handsome men, animated every scene and pleased the eye of the audience.
 Being an opera, the music was it's predominating feature and the indi- vidual voices, as well as the trained chorus of thirty, furnished abundant evidence not only of the number of good singers Newport may proudly claim, but of the quality of our vocal culture. srss' stsr
 Miss Hester Phillips demonstrated histrionic ability of a high order and her selection for the leading feminine role was good one, as she sustained the part of Bettina, the mascot, ad- mirably.
 Mesdames G. A. Hillhouse and Maud Marshall as Fiametta and Paola, re- spectively, were good and their sing ing was highly appreciated.
 James l.. Jones, as Pipo, played his part well, and John w. Stayton has been the recipient of numerous en- coniums since his advent as Freddie, Prince of Pisa.
 Jos. M. Stayton was in good voice and received an encore on his singing of "Susie," responding with the chorus.
 Messrs. Sinclair and Taylor mirror ed their talent and stage presence in the acting of their pupils, and in their own representations of characters, were exceedingly fine.
 More could be said in commendation of this high class opera, butspace for bids. Suffice it to say, there were no weak spots in the cast, and the spe- cialties were all received well and highly complimented
 PROCEEDS OF THE OPERA.
 The total receipts were $263. 50, the door receipts being $179OO and the program advertising amounting to $84.50. The expenses on the other hand were $219.10, making the net re- ceipts $44.40, which goes to the benefit of the Episcopal church choir. Mrs. W. A. Billingsley has practically had the entertainment in charge, and to her it's financial success and good management must be attributed.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
KING APPOINTED SHERIFF.

Joseph B. King of Clarksville was yesterday appointed sheriff of John son county to succeed John H. Pow CTS, who was killed by bank robbers Wednesday. MT. King has been chief deputy under the late Sheriff Powers for eight years.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
w. H. BARRETT.

w. H. Barrett, a farmer living south of Tuckerman, died Thursday night, making the third death in the family in two weeks.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
RICHARD B. DENNIS.

Richard B. Dennis of Cow Lake township, died Friday afternoon, Feb ruary ', 1902. He was a prominent farmer of that section and a man of family, being about 45 years of age.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14
HE'S A GOOD MAN.

Hon. Joseph w, Phillips, of Jackson county, is candidate for railroad commissioner. He visited our sanc- tum yesterday, and says he is subject to the action of the democratic prim- ary. He is an able lawyer, and has the peoples interests at heart. Don't fail to give him your support, and we believe the voters of Clay county vii give him a rousing majority of thei votes cast. .-Piggott Banner.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14

W. A. Lester was commissioned notary public on Friday by the secre- tary of state.
Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-14

J. N. Sturdivant of Marianna arr rived Saturday to accept a position under w. B. Chastain.
The Newtown bee., 1902-07-11

The finest tailOr-made suits made,
regularly priced at $22, $24 and $25, all
new this season, in all the late patterns
of best quality tweed, homspun, fancy
cheviot, fancy cashmere, fancy worst
ed, black clay, blue serge, black and
blue unfinished worsted. For tit, style
and quality these suits cannot be
matched at our regular prices. All
sizes
$I988.
The Newtown bee., 1902-07-11
(See Window display

Fine tailor-mades suits in all the new
est patterns of tweed, homespun, fancy
cheviot, fancy worsted and fancy cas-
simeres and in fast color black clay,
blue serge and black and blue unfin-
The Newtown bee., 1902-07-11

Tailor-made suits of fancy cassimeres
and fancy cheviots, all new this season,
up to the minute in style and worth
every penny of regular prices, $12 and
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1902-01-24
PATENT ATTORNEYS
z!i:fSS

500 AND s25 SUITS AT $40.
The Misf1t Clothing Parlors, 241 Nicollet ay.
WILLIAMSON & MERCHANT JAMES F.
Williamson and Frank D. Merchant), patent
attorneys and solicitors; main Office. No 929-
936 Guaranty Loan building, Minneapolis.
Mimi; branch office, room 81, McGill build
ing, WASHINGTON, D. C.
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OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES StSjstStS>SJS>SJSa;sI
ELEGANT FURNISHINGS AT AUG
TON. .
Aucuon-By order Of B. Fitch. Esq, ;
We sell at auction, Tuesday next, 2Sth,
costly furnishing appointments OF
large Portland av residence, all in eX-
cellent condition, consisting of two
massive brass beds, box springs and ;
hair mattresses. two fine mahogany
dressers in colonial design, one birds
eye maple suite. chiffonniers, iron
beds, solid mahogany Napoleon
bed, cost SIPS; wardrobe, box couch,
potted palms and other plants; busts,
massive cabinet folding bed, etchngs J
and globes, shades, costly solid ma D.,
hogany dning-room suite Of round ia ,
BILE and leather dining chairs, fine
mirrors. large rugs, Brussels. Axmln-
ster and ingram carpets. lady,s o ma
books, fine parlor suite, Norris chair,
fine mahogany library table, cost $40;
gold parlor chairs, fine parlor cabinet,
costly bric-a-brac, mahogany and oak
center tables, music cabinet. fine
ret, one kidney shaped table, one an
tiQue bureau, one antique clock, lady's
work table, gents chainless bicycle,
several pieces colonial bric-a. brac,
pair snowshoes. set brass andirons,
one old haircloth sofa, sofa pillows,
Singer sewing machine, banjo, silver
. ware, china closet, fine Turkish
leather library furniture, one mahog-
any inlaid table, one Russian brass
: samoyar, china and many items we
shall also include In this sale the
: entire contents of an eight-room nat.
Removed from Vine place. All with
out the slightest reserve. Sale posi-
: tive, rain or shine.
HUBERT BOWN CO.,
Auctioneers.
II and 46 Seventh street S.
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AGENTS WANTED.

$40 AND $25 SUITS AT $40.
The Misft Clothing Parlors, al Nicollet ay.
PROFITABLE ,WORK OFFERED AGENTS
In every town to secure subscriptions TO the
Ladies Home journal and the Saturday Eve
ming Post. We want agents.. who will work
thoroughly and with business system to cover
each section with our illustrated little book
let's and other advertising matter. and to
look sharply after renewals from old sub
scribers. The pay Is first rate, and at the
best workers as extra prizes for good work.
How we'll some Of our agents have succeeded
is told in q little booklet we would like to
send you-portraits Of some OF our best agents
with the story Of how they made 1t pay. The
Curtis Publishing Co., PHILADELPHIA, Pa.
WANTED-DEPUTTES FOR THE WOOD
men of the World in Wisconsin and Minneso-
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BOARD OFFERED

OUR ENORMOUS STOCK OF So, Sc AND 81
trousers at 49,, The ,Mistit, 241 Nicollet.
EXCEPTIONALLY DESIRABLE ACCOMMO-
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$3.50. Journal
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GUITARS AND MANDOLINS REPAIRED.
Rose & SAVERS, at Metropolitan Music Co.,
41-43 9Th st S.
$40 AND $40 SUITS AT $40.
The Misht Clothing Parlors, PAL Nicollet az.
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Archibald college, Lake st, corner Stevens.
NEW METHOD OF EXTRACTING TEETH
Dr. A. E. Brandes, 620h Nicollet av.
GOOD POSITIONS AND GOOD SALARIES
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MADAMOISELLE PROULx, FASHIONABLE
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Proulx 722 9Th av S. ~
WANTED-LADIEs TO CALL AND. HAVE
their hair dressed free also man n.; I'll ana
facial All ave- e at ~ "a av j.
wANTED-LADIEs TO LEARN HAIR
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Splendid wages paid girls proficient at this
Best expar e ete
Four weeks required. Call or write. 22l
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EXPERIENCED MILLINER, WANTS MIL
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est rates. 40 18th st s.
EXPERIENCED GIRL. GENERAL HOUSE
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ANTED-COMPETENT JACKET AND
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AN AMERICAN LADY OF ABOUT IS WANT
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Experience not necessary. Moderate pay.
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GIRL, 16 YEARS OLD, DESIRES PLACE
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A NEAT YOUNG GIRL TO HELP WITH
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$500 DISCOUNT WILL BE MADE ON DR..
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WANTED-TWO WOMEN TO WASH
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4 Must talk English.
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BOARD AND ROOMS

GREATEST $40 -ovERCOAT~ SALE OF THE
season, at the Misft, 241 Nicollet av.
TWO STEAM HEATED ROOMS WITH
board; also table board. 610 8th st s. as
two OR THREE YOUNG MEN TO MAKE
party of six in steam heated, modern fat.
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