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The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
MILITIA DECISION
 SURPRISES SELMA
MEMBERS OF THE GUARDS WERE NOT EXACTLY PREPARED TO HEAR OF DISBANDMENT-WILL REoRGANIZE AT ONCE.

Selma, December 17.-(Special )-The news of the issuance of the order for the mastering out of the Selma Guards, which reached Selma today, was received by the members of that company with con- siderable surprise. About three weeks ago a communication was forwarded to Col. Graves signed by all the men except the ten or twelve who left Camp Foster on the memorable Sunday, asking that the whole company be not made to suffer for the sins of a few, and that the blame be laid where 1t belonged. To this com municatlon no reply had been received by Captain Quinn, who forwarded the same. and it was thought the colonel and the state officers had the matter under cinsideration The Issuance of the order for the disbandment of the company would seem, however, to indicate that the colonel judged the other offenses named in the report of the court of inquiry equally as important as that of leaving camp in body. A meeting of the com pany is called for Friday night.
 When the guards are mustered out 1t is very probable that another company will be immediately formed Selma will be gwen the pTelerence III the matter or d petition for a company, and the famous name of the Selma Guards will not be allowed to drop from the roll of the Ala bama National Guard
 Dallas county lands are worth some- thing these days The Simpson tract sit- uated five miles east of the city, were sold at public outcry today to satisfy a mortgage, and brought nearly sS per acre. There were 1164 acres in the tract and the price paid was $S525.
 Robinson Riggs, the mail clerk who was injured in the wreck at Moundvlle, on the Alabama Great Southern yesterday, is an eX-Selmian, being the eldest sen of tne lamented Dr. Riggs. enc of this city's public benefactors. It was Dr. Riggs that gave to Selma the excellent sewerage system it now enjoys and many other sanitary Improvements are due to his influence while a member of the city council. Young Riggs many friends here rejoice at his escape.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
PRATT CITY.
City Council Meets and Takes Up the
 License Schedule.

Pratt City, December 17-(Special.) There was a called meeting of the city council last evening for the pur- pose of revising and adopting the license schedule for the year 1903. Several changes were made, among which was the increase of the license from S25 to $50 for money lenders, pawn brokers, etc. A license of S100 was put on dealers in cocaine, except dentists and doctors who use it in their practice. This license was adopted as measure for prohibiting the sale of that drug in the city. The cocaine habit Is becoming prevalent among many of the negroes.
 There was meeting of the Hudnall club last night at the old Methodist church and permanent organization was effected, with D. R. Dickerson as president and ]. c. Meagher as secretary. The club has a member ship of about 300. Mr Hudnall was present and addressed the club. An executive campaign committee was ap- pointed, consisting of five members from the different wards of the city.
 The Knights of Pythias held their regular meeting this evening and elected officers for the incoming year. The third degree was conferred on three candidates.
 The Sunday schools of the various churches are organizing for their Christmas exercises. The Baptist Sun day school will have 0 musical pro- gramme and tree, upon which there will be the usual treat for the chil- hut u11. terian Sunday school will have an ap- propriate programme and treat for the children. The Methodist Sunday school has not determined what kind of exer- cises they will have as yet.
 James A. Kirk and J. B. Aird are enjoying a hunt on the Warrior river this week.
 Mrs. s. s. Stanton of Pickens county is visiting relatives in the city this week
 Miss Florence Castleberry, who has been visiting her brother, Robert Cas- tleberry, of this city, left yesterday to visit relatives in Kentucky.
 The Rev. Frank Marston and the Rev MT. Orr of Ensley are conducting a series of meetings at Thomas this week.
 The executive campaign committee recently appointed by the city council, of which J. B. Aird is chairman, will meet on Tuesday evening for the pur- pose of arranging plans for the mu- nicipal campaign.
 Cleveland Seay, who is attending school at Nashville, Tenn, is at home to spend the holidays.
 William Kamplain, Jr., is in the city to visit his parents until after the holidays. He makes his home in Jas per, Ala, where he has employment.
 Miss Etta Powers of West End is the guest of her sister, Mrs. L. A. Wakefield.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
SUPREME COURT DECISIONS

Montgomery, December 17-(Special)- The following decisions were rendered by the Supreme court today:
 Mcclellan, c. J.-Western Railway of Alabama vs. Jim Milllgan appeal from Montgomery City court, reversed and re- manded.
 Haralson, J-Alabama Great Southern Railway company vs. Mamie S Brooks, admx. etc., appeal from Birmingham City court, affirmed.
 Tyson, J.-John B. Nicrosi vs. Hal T. Walker ct al, appeal from Montgomery City court. reversed and rendered, Tyson, J. dissenting.
 Sharpe, J.-Western Union Telegraph company vs. Miles V. Milsapps, appeal from Birmingham City court, affirmed
 Dowdell, J.-John D. Roquemore ct al vs. s. H. Dent ct al trustees ct al appeal from Montgomery City court, affirmed.
 S. H. Dent ct al Trustees ct al, vs. John D. Roquemore ct al, appeal from Mont- gomery City court, affirmed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
JACKSONVILLE.
Thomas w. Danyette, WelI-Known
 Citizen, Has Passed Away.

Jacksonville, December 17.-(Special.)- Thomas w. Danyette, an esteemed citi- zen of this place, died here Saturday. Five years ago MT. Danyette suffered from a stroke of paralysis and since that time he has constantly grown feebler, having suffered from several other strokes during this period. He was born in Clark county, Ga, but came when child with his parents to Monroe county, Ala, where he lived until few years ago, when he moved to Jacksonville to spend his last years with his son, Pres ident c. w. Danyette, with whom he was living at the time of his death He was in his seventy-second year. In the Con- federate war he was an officer in Fergu- sons Brigade, second Alabama Cavalry Company H. He was a mason and a member of the Methodist church. His funeral was held Sunday morning at 10 o'clock from the Methodist church.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
ANNISTON.
Man Given 20 Months for Implication
 In Murder of Ills Father.

Anniston, December r. = (special) = A speeial to the Hot Blast from Edwards vile says: The jury in the case of Pad Zaner, charged with implication in the murder of his father, Bailey 1aner, rem dered verdict at o'clock this morning fixing his punishment at twenty months in the penitentiary. The jury was out hfty-nlne hours.
 Captain Shellnutt had a call meeting of the Anniston Rifles last night to consider an invitation from Montgomery to attend the inauguration of Governor Jelks org January 19 The company unanimously accepted the invitation and will leave the day before on a special train for Mont gomery The company will go forty strong.
 At the meeting of the Calhoun Rifles at Oxford last night the invitation of Ad- jutant General Brandon to attend the in- augural ceremonies of Governor Jelks on January 19 was accepted, and Capt. D. H. Smith thinks he will be able to carry thirty-hve men. He will telegraph Gen. eral Brandon the decision of the com pany today.
 The approaching bazaar of the company which will occur on the 22d and 23d in- stant, was discussed, and a lively interest has been aroused in the company. Several committees have been appointed and are at work securing donations. The bazaar is for the benefit of the trip to New Or leans planned by the company Tor next May at the time of the reunion of com federate veterans.
 Presiding Elder Branscomb has changed the Rev. John A. May. who was assigned to Glen Addie and Oxanna Methodist churches at the recent conference, to the Childersburg circuit. The Rev. T. K. Rob- erts of the Childersburg circuit has been given the charge vacated by Rev. May and will arrive in few days to take charge.
 The Rev. Mir. May has packed his house. hold goods and will leave today for his new field of labor. He has had churches in the city for some time past and has many warm friends in his congregation and in the city who will regret his re- moval from the city. The presiding elder deemed the change good on account of the Rev Roberts being in i'll health and l here his pastoral field will not be as ex- tended as 1t was at Childersburg.
 An enthusiastic meeting was held in the hall of Daniel Tyler Hose Company No. l Thursday night, at which officers for the next term were unanimously elected. They are as follows: President A. J. l Goodwin vice president J. B. Shellnutt, secretary-treasurer and steward Louis Meharg; foreman, P. c. Woodliff; assist ant foreman w. G. Mitchell driver, Claud Robinson.
 rare musical treat was the concert Thursday evening given by the Talladega College Athletic association. The entire programme was most excellent in it's character, showing the ability of the stu dents in rendering music of the highest class.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
SCOTTSBORO.
Extra Session of Circuit Court Has
 Adjourned-Other News.

Scottsboro. December 16.-(Special)- The extra session of the Jackson county Circuit court, Judge Bilbro presiding, has adjourned, having cleared up the docket The majority of cases tried were crlmi- nal, among them three murder case ill which all three of the defendants were convicted Solicitor John r. Proctor has been very successful as a prosecuting att torney and at this term, out of a very large number of cases tried, has convict ed all of them with the exception of one or two. MT. Proctor has made a splendid record as a county attorney.
 Charles Pates. a popular young engin- eer on the Southern, whose home is at Stevenson, this county, was married at Tuscaloosa to Miss Pearl Hamlett, for merly of Scottsboro, last Sunday. MT. son.
 At their meeting Friday night the local camp of the Woodmen of the World elect ed officers for the ensuing term as fol- lows: E. II. Caldwell. consul comman- der; J. c. Jacobs. adviser lieutenant; F. J. Kennedy clerk; W. L Nancy. watch man; Dr. T. E. Callan, physician.
 District Deputy Grand Master John w.. Dicus has received dispensation from Grand Master Ellis to institute a new lodge of Odd Fellows at Tupelo which he will do this week. He will be accom- panined by several members of the local lodge at this place.
 w. S. Bridges has taken charge of the office of county superintendent of educa- ton. Ex-County Superintendent Hack worth will assist him until after the next quarterly payment is made to teachers.
 All kinds of cuts. Age-Herald En.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
FATALLY STABS
 HIS OWN MOTHER
WHILE UNDER INFLUENCE OF Ll- QUoR YOUNG MAN COMMITS A HORRIBLE CRIME BECAUSE HIS SISTER DANCED.

Paint Rock, December 1S.-(Special)- Ava Wright, young man of this place, while under the influence of liquor, be- came enraged because his sister was dancing with young man named Rob- inson, drew his knife and stabbed Robin son and then fatally stabbed his own mother
 The bloody deed was committed at dance and for a while great excitement prevailed. After desperate struggle City Marshal Anderson, with the assist ance of citizens, landed Wright in jail, where he is strongly guarded.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18

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 Question blanks for man CT woman sent free on application.
 Our institute is thoroughly equipped with all modern sur gical, electrical, x ray violet ray galvano-faradic battery, electric static machine, arc light cabi- nets and other modern electro and me ehanical therapeutic devices for aiding us in the scientific treatment Of chronic diseases.
 Montgomery Advertiser: Dr. Dozier is indorsed by the press and people of every section of Alabama
 The Southern odd Fellow: We cannot add anything to the reputation Dr. O. T. Dozier has already acquired in the line or his profession, but we know him to be a brotber Cdd Fellow that can be relied on to carry out every promise he makes to those needing his services.
 Masonic Guide: pr. Dozier comes from a family of prominent physicians, and with his full store of medical knowledge end his large experience in his profession can be relied on to treat disease in the most successful manner.
 Age-Herald: His long record and ap- proved abilities entitle him to the proud distinction of standing at the head of his profession
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
BIGGEST SIGN IN THE WORLD.

New Workers who are used to big things have been astonshed during the past week by painted sign at the corner of Broadway and Spring street, covering the north side of two eleven-story build- ings. This sign covers 15.416 square feet of space, and is by far the largest adver- Using sign ever painted. The picture is the well-known figure of Sunny Jim,' who for so many months has testified to the goodness of FORCE" not only over the entire United States, but in the united kingdom as well.
 In this picture Sunny Jim' is 112 feet inches in height. His hat is IT feet 6 inches tall and 15 feet broad. His nose is 10 feet long, His ear Is 8 feet inches high. His arm is r feet long. his legs 60 feet long. His thunm extends over space of feet. The height of his collar is 12 feet inches and his tie is feet G inches in height. His cuffs are feet 8 inches wide The buttons Of the coat are feet inches in diameter and his cuff buttons are feet 6 inches in length Sunny Jim's" feet are 20 feet long, and the cane which he carries is 30 feet in length. His dog, which sports along by his side, is AZ feet inches In height.
 With this enormous sign the reading matter is very brief and fills but a small part of the space It is as follows:
 "vigor Vim, Perfect Trim,
 Force made him Sunny Jim.'"
 
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18

New Albany, Ina. Peruna Medicine Co.,, Columbus, O.:
 Gentlemen: "l would be an unerate- ful man indeed did not thankfully ae- Knowledge what Peruna has done for me.
 "Many people living h this part of Indiana are afrncted With catarrh of the head and lungs. suffered with 1t for seven years and thought nothing would help me but to move cut of this climate, but fortunately one of my friendo called my attention to Pcruna and at once sent for a bottle, as l was anxious to know what 1t would do for me.
 "lt certainly acted like a charm, every dose helped me and in five weeks was cured and have not had a trace of catarrla since, for which you can be sure that am very grateful" David Harbson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
HUNTSVILLE
Famous Doctors Are Visiting General
 Addison White.

Huntsville, December 17.-(special.) )-Dr. Charles McBurney of New York, one of President McKinley's physicians during his last illness, MT. Gilbert Greenway of Hot Springs, Ark, ana John Greenway. formerly an officer of the Rough Riders. are visiting Gen. Addison White in this city.
 All trains on the Memphis division of the Southern railroad were tied up again yesterday by a washout in Mississippi. Traffic was delayed more than twelve hours.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
GOVERNOR DOESN'T
 HEED COL. HIGDON
RECEIVES THE DEMAND FOR RE. INsTATEMENT, BUT IT IS BE. LEVIED HE WILL WAIT THE THREATENED DAMAGE SUIT.

Montgomery, December 17.-(speclal)- Governor Jellks has received the renew ed demand of Colonel Higdon of the Third regiment for reinstatement in his command by due course of mail. but has given no intimation as to what course he proposes to pursue.
 It is well understood here, however that the view taken of the whole case in the governors immediate circle is that he reinstated Colonel Hlgdon once and he wouldn't have 1t. and there the gov ernor reached the end of his row.
 It is presumed he will simply pursue a policy of inactivity and wait for Col onel Higdon to file the damage suit which is promised if nothing is done about his reinstatement within a reasonable time
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
Minister Killed at Decatur.

Decatur, December 17.-(special 1.-The Rev. s. A. Fisher, a Baptist minister, was killed last night by Casey Holland, a young farmer, living near here. The two quarreled over a load of wood and Holland struck Fisher on the head with a stick of wood breaking his skull and causing death in a few hours. Holland made his escape and is being sought by the officers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18

Ham P. DuBose of sewannee and the Rev. George c. Crockett of San Augustine, Tex. The conservation sermon was by Bishop Kinsolving of Texas. and it was a masterly effort rising to the dignity of a great occasion. Bishop Sessums of Lou isiana and Gray of Fle.ida were pres ent.
 Tonight the ladies of the parish are en- tertainlng the visiting prelates and clergy with reception at the home of Mr. and Mrs J. s. Wilcox on Perry street
 Bishop Beekwith has been here for sev- eral days, and will remain for a few days longer. The first question of inter- est to the public is now the place of his residence. Coming from another state there are no local ties for the bishop at any point, and he IS free to select the place from which he can best serve the diocese as a whole. There is popular im- precision that he may go to Birmingham as that city is able to do more than any other in the way of furnishing an Epis- eopal residence and at the same time is the treader
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
A STRAIGHT COURSE
Pointed Out to Those Who Have Ca
 tarrh In Any Form.

Folnteu Oul 10 HoSS WHO rave Od-
 tarrh In Any Form.
 You have chronic catarrh, have your You have had 1t some timer And could not find a cure?
 Well. there are thousands more like you in this country. If you are liable to ca tarrh 1t will begin to make itself felt now. If you really want to get cured, this Is the way to do it.
 Get bottle of Peruna and take table spoonful between each meal and at bed- time. When you have continued this for thirty days, sit down and write letter to Dr. Hartman, Columbus, O. Tell him exactly your symptoms; how long you have had catarrh; what effect the medl- ctNe has had on you. He will answer your letter promptly telling you what to do further. He will make no charge. And if you will continue to write to the doctor you are sure to get cured. Some cases
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18

take longer than .s>$Ss.,, !, others. Perhaps the SsSs- .. average length of
 time 1t takes to cure a genuine case of catarrh is three months. Some get cured much quicker than this. Stubborn cases may require longer treatment. Time or trouble ought to be no barrier to one af- nlcted with this dreadful disease.
 All people who are interested in know ing about catarrh can get an instructive ly-illustrated 64-page book on chronic ca tarrh in all stages and location, free of charge.
 Thomas H. Baker, '. g. Marshal, Ten nessee editor of Tennessee Republican. postoffice address Memphis. Tenn, writes:
 q am so fully convinced that Pe- runa is a relief to those suffering with catarrhal troubles because of It's suc- cessfuI use by many of my acquaint- ances, that have no hesitation to give 1t my endorsement."-Tho H. Baker.
 If you do not derive promp and satis- factory results from the use Of Peruna. write at once to Dr. Hartman, giving a full statement of your case, and he will be pleaced to give you his variable advice gratis.
 Addr ess Dr. Hartman, President of The Hartman Sanitarium, Columbus. o.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
Belqium Has Blo Bill.

Brussels, December 17.-The Belgian claims against Venezuela amount to several million francs. They arise chiefly from the non-payment of inter- est on Venezuelan government bonds, issued as purchase money for the water works at Caracas, which was promoted by a Belgian company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
oNTGoMERY, December IT, Special .)-The fifth Episcopal
 bishop of Alabama, the Rt.

blshop or Alabama, the Rt. Rev. Charles Minnegerode Beckwith, D. D., was eonsecrated at St. Johns church in this city at Il o'clock this morning with imposing ceremonies. and in the presence of an audience that embraced eight of the southern bishops, all the clergy of the diocese and many visiting bishops and clergy from other states. Communion was held at 7:SO this morning. and at 9:S0 prayer was read At Il o'clock the pro- oession of bishops and clergy entered the church, coming from the chapel through the front entrance, and marching up the long aisle.
 The consecrators of the new bishop were Bishops Dudley of Kentucky. Gar rett of Dallas and Nelson of Georgia, and the presenters Bishops Gailor of Tennes- see and Cheshire of North Carolina. The attendant Presbyters were the Rev. Will
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
FOR SALE.

Excellent building stone, suitable for rubble walls, etc. Must be sold. Apply to 4th Avenue and llth Street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
MarseIIIes Strike Ends.

Marseilles, December 17.-The strike is at an end. The sailors have voted to re- sume work.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18

For little stockings-a va- riety of small packages of candy-also larger packages, at Stone's
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18

Keep the bowels active if you would preserve your health. A dose of Prickly Ash Bitters now and then does this to perfection.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
Alabama Brewing Go.
 Bohemian Beer. l"

Greatest Ladies' Orchestra in America at the Jefferson tonight.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18

nkMnV For Sunday schools at UANDI wholesale price. Warmers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18

Hon. David Harbson. town trustee, New Albany Town ship, New Albany, Ind, writes:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-12-18
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