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The age-herald., 1902-03-05
COMES HERE TO
 CLAIM FORTUNE
ARTHUR EZELL OF ANNISTON SUDDENLY / DISCOVERS THAT HE OWNS MINERAL LANDS NEAR HERE WORTH $75 PER ACRE.

A special dispatch to the Herald from Anniston says:
 Arthur Ezell of this city adopted son of Mrs. Eliza A. Ezell, will leave in few days for Birmingham to share with other brothers and sisters some very good fortune, which has recently come to them, and which was entirely un- thought of by MT Ezell.
 Until less than six months ago MT. Ezell, whose original name was Parsons, tive living. He was adopted at a very early age and reared almost from in- fancy by MT. and Mrs M. E. Ezell, the former of whom for several years before his death at his home in Oxanna, had been one of the best known citizens of the town.
 By some means recently a married sis ter of Mr. Ezell learned of his where abouts and of his relationship to her and the exchange of several letters resulted in MT. Ezell making trip to Jefferson County, where he learned that he had several sisters, and that together they owned a large tract of coal and timber land, which divided would give to each of them thirty-two acres. The land is valued at about $75 per acre and will be sold. The proceeds of the sale will be divided among MT. Ezell and his brothers and sisters.
 Arthur Ezell was a small boy when his adopted parents moved here, and has a large number of friends, all of whom will congratulate him upon the discovery of of the matter"
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
To Hold Election March IS.

The election of city .officers in North Birmingham will be held March 15. This date was authorized yesterday by Sheriff Burgin. The managers and place of hold ing the election have not yet been decided upon. No candidates for any of the of- fees have as yet announced, but 1t is ex- pected that several will do so immedi- ately.
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
"MAsHERs" MUST GO.
Chief Austin Issues Orders About
 Prominent Street Corners.

Chief of Police Austin has issued orders to the policemen on the beats which in- clude the corners of Second avenue and Twentieth streets to break up the crowd of loafers and "Johnnies," who are in the habit of hanging around there and making remarks about women.
 Several times recently complaints have been made that the fresh kids" who hang around there had insulted women. and the only effectual way to stop the nuisance was to break up the crowds.
 Charges of obstructing the sidewalks or lettering will be placed against the of- lenders should they refuse to move on.
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
NOTICE TO TOCkHOLDERS Of Sloss Iron and Steel Company.

In accordance with the bylaws. notice Is hereby given that the annual meeting of the stockholders of the Soss Iron and Steel Company will be held at the offices of the company in Birmingham, Ala, on Wednesday. April g.. 1902, at 12 o'clock noon, to elect directors for the ensuing year and for the transaction of such other business as may come before the meeting.
 Books for the transfer of stock will he closed from March 22, 1902 at 12 o'clock noon, to April D. 1902 at 10 o'clock a. m.
 J. w. M'QUEEN, x-5-St-we-sa Secretary.
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
DISCUSSED FURNITURE.
oIty Hall Committee Receives Bids for
 Furnishing New Building.

A meeting of the city hall committee of the Board of Aldermen was held yester- day morning at 10 o'clock at which the question of furniture was discussed.
 Members of the committee made visits to the stores of several dealers including Professor Dewberry, MT. B. M. Jacobs, Mir. Joseph Loveman and Loveman, Joseph 6 Loeb. No contracts were made, though recommendations will probably be made to the board at the meeting to- night.
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
A HEARTY SOLDIER Worked On New Rations.

One of Uncle Sams army boys got lift with Grape-Nuts. A private at Fort Harrison. Mont, named Orlando Miller. says: When I was all run down with dyspepsia and got so I weighed only 1H pounds. a friend recomm ended that take Grape Nuts Food.
 This was last spring and followed the advice. l have steadily improved. Gradually lost my stomach trouble. until am now, weighing 156h pounds Any one in my regiment. Eighth Regulars, can verify these facts.'
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
COUNCIL MEETS TONIGHT.
To Transact Routine Matters and Pass
 On Improvement Ordinances.

A meeting of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen will be held at the city hall tonight. The pay rolls will be passed upon, and other routine business trans acted.
 The question of passing upon assess ments for street improvement work under ordinances 24 25, 2S, 50, 70 and 79 will also be given attention and bonds amounting to $45Oo for street Improvements will prob ably be authorized.
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who are receiving more than So,Oo0, then
 l think it an outrage that such conditions should be allowed to exist. Why, that Is as much as the President of the United States receives and more than five times what the Governor of the State receives. Something should be done to remedy such
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
Your Grocer Can Get 1t.

Bransford's "Clfton" flour is made of the best selected wheat grown on Ken lucky soil, and is milled as much with regard to the nutritive value of the flour as its color and rising qualities, to say nothing of the fact that the Anti-Adult er- ation League guarantees it to be abso- lutely pure. Ask your grocer for elf ton." He can and will get 1t if you in- sist on having it.
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
TAKES A BOLD STAND.

MT. Colman Blach-The stand by MT. London is a bold one but has my hearty endorsement. What we need is more such men as he is to come to the front and demand that politics be conducted right. l have no personal kick against any man, but l am against the systems l think the question of city reform de- mands as much attention as the affairs of the county. MT. London deserves anything he should care to ask for, be- cause of the nerve he has shown in de- claring for these things which he thinks are right.
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
HE DESERVES THANKS.

MT. S. B. Hubbell-I heartily indorse what MT. London says with respect to city affairs. There are many little and big things about the city which could and should be improved. Like many other business men l do not feel like talk ing hand in politics. but l certainly endorse the statements which l have seen from MT. London. He deserves the thanks of the citizens of the county for his bold, earnest stand on these ques- tions. 1 think the matter of voting should be one of the most carefully looked after matters with which the public has to deal, and business men of ability should be elected to fill offices-men who will not do more than work for the interests of the people
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
Snow Storm at Huntsville.

Huntsville, March 4.-(Special.) )-Tne temperature fell 20 degrees in an hour here tonight, and a heavy snowstorm be- gan, following an eight-hour rain.
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
To Contractors.

The Bulkey-Cotton Oil Company will build five cotton oil mills the plans and specifications for buildings are now ready st the office of F. G. Kinney & Co Def ferson County cotton oil milD, and can be seen until March 10. 3-4-2t
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
NEED MORE LoNDoNs.

MT. G. H. Estes-Mr. London is right. And whether he be after anything for himself or not, his views should meet with the indorsement of every business man. What we need is more such as he.
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
COMMITTEE FORMULATE PLANS TO INCORPORATE
 HOME FOR WORKING WOMEN
cHRIsTENED WOODWARD BUILD. ING" BY MIR. EUGENE BROWN. BOTTLE OF CHAMPAGNE WAS BROKEN OVER THE HUGE COL UMN.

The steel construction of the Woodward building, corner First avenue and Twen- tieth street. began yesterday afternoon. Promptly at 1 o'clock Mir. Eugene Brown, representing MT. W. H. Woodward, broke bottle of champagne on the ponderous steel column as it settled into it's allotted place, saying, "I christen thee Woodward Building"
 It was expected RTr. Woodward would be present in person to christen the build ing, but he was delayed, and the pleasant duty fell upon Mr.. Eugene Brown of the firm of Brown Bros who were instru- mental in getting the building erected.
 The work of raising the first column was witnessed by a large crowd, among those prominent in the christening party being MT. Eugene Brown, MT. Ross c. Smith, MT. John l.. Parker, Alderman Harry Jones, MT. Allen the superlntend- ent of the building. the contractor and architect, representatives of the press and others. Toasts to Brown Bros, the
  tlons in Birmingham be known on the board. It was finally decided that the Baptist, Methodist, Episcopal, Presby- terian, Cumberland Presbyterian, Jews. Catholics, Christian and Lutheran de- nominations were each to be represented by one trustee. When the trustee from one denomination goes out another from the same denomination is to be elected to fill his place. In this way no church could get control of the home.
 Dr. Handley moved that the board of trustees be made self perpetuating, and that three be elected each year. This would keep on the board a majority of members familiar with the work. The first trustees are to be elected by the in corporators. Three are to be elected for one year, three for two years and three for three years. Mir Stickney moved that the board of trustees be composed en- trely of men, that it have charge of the finances of the home and hold the property in it's name.
 WOMEN TO CONTROL IT.
 The board of control, on the suggestion of Mrs. Smith, will be composed of women. Nine will be elected the first time by the trustees and to serve the same number of years as the trustees After the first year the board of control will nominate members to fill vacancies and the trustees will elect them.
 The board of control will direct the management of the home. A matron will probably be elected to have immediate charge of the institution. The women will look after the welfare of the occupants and do everything in their power to make them comfortable.
 MT w. c. Ward will serve as attorney of the incorporators at the suggestion of the gentlemen donating the money. A meeting of the incorporators will be held this afternoon at o'clock in the office of the attorney to further complete the plans and elect officers.
The age-herald., 1902-03-05
MATTER OF DENOMINATION.

The number to compose the board of trustees and the denominations to be represented also gave rise to consider. able discussion. The philanthropist who offered to donate $25.OOO for the home wishes 1t to be entirely non-sectarian and that each of the leading denomina-
The age-herald., 1902-03-05

A wlnner-Da Costas.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07
WESTON.
NEWS IN BRIEF,

A Pound social will be given by the
Norfield Aid society at the home of
the president, Mrs Charles Scofield, on
Wednesday evening, November -.
All are cordially invited
Ebert Carver of Ridgetield visited
friends here on Sunday.
Mrs George Reed is visiting her
daughter, Mrs Seeley, in Noroton.
Miss Jane Nichols has entertained
friends from Redding.
Mrs William Sanford is quite seri-
ously i'll.
Sherman Adams of Greenfield has
visited his nephew, George Adams.
Miss Lizzie Adams is the guest of
Ridgetield friends.
Mrs Vanderbilt Godfrey, who has
been seriously i'll the past week, is i'm
proving. Her sister, Mrs Thomas of
Ridgetield. is caring for her.
Miss Eddlce White has returned
from visit in Ridgefeld.
l.. S. Godfrey, who has been SUI fer
ing from couple of broken ri bs, is
about again.
Mrs G.. E. Smith of Norwalk is spend
ing the week with Mrs Ephraim Fitch.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07
WEST REDDING.
A HALLOWEEN PARTY.

"A dALLON T. EN- PANTY.
A Hallowe'e party was given Miss
Belle Carter by her many friends. 45
in;number. Numerous amusing games
were enjoyed by the company which
was appropriate to the evening. One
of the most interesting was 'Uneida,
the gypsy fortune teller" represented
by Miss Minnie Miller of Danbury.
Many amusing costumes were worn by
the guests. The house was beautiful
ly decorated with crysanthemums, au-
tumn leaves and JACKIE lanterns. The
success of the evening was through the
untiring efforts of Misses Belle Carter,
Mamie B. Crofut and Lizzie Hess.
DEATH OF MRS WILL CANNING.
The many friends of Mrs Will Ga
hung are panied to hear of her death
from acute Bright's disease. The
family have the sympathy of all. She
has suffered intensely for more than
a year and has been unable to lie down
for several months. She was the
youngest daughter of Abel Be It's.
Edgar CrOfut is spending few days
in New York City.
Charles Pennock has moved into Mrs
Underwood's place at West Redding
Station.
Miss Nellie Read, daughter of
Charles Read of Long Ridge, had the
misfortune to sprain her ankle and
wrist, one day last week.
Mrs U. S. Griffin has so far improv-
ed as to be able to walk few steps,
Mrs S. A. Barnum has been visiting
her mo Their at South Dover for few
days.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

It Will be seen tina t as our transpov~
tation rates have steadily fallen The
wages of labor have steadily risen. and
that, too, in an almost consban pro-
portion. In the last So years our rail-
road mileage has grown from q few
thousand miles of scattered and dis
connected links into great railroad
sy stem, of over 100000 miles, every
mike or which is in connection with
every other mile, equalizing labor con-
:ditions and leveling prices Throughout
the whole country, preventing either
local famine or local wastsof surpluses'
This and the reduction, during the
same period of our railroad rates from
three and one-half cents per ton per
mile TO SO mills, OR less than one-fifth
what they were 80 years ago, has en-
abled us TO- accomplish the greatest
miracle, that the world has ever seen.
In contrast to this Mr. Walker cites
the province of Honan, in China, living
about 600 miles inland from the coast,
with an area about equal to the state
of New York, but with a population
of over $4,000, 900, has a foreign COM
merce that aggregates only about
100000 year. The province of SEE
Chuan, with an area of 100000 square
miles and population almost equal
to that OF the United States, is prac-
tically an unknown world because al
most It's only means Of communication
is by the small boats that descend the
Yang-Tse river and the returning
boatmen who trudge into the interior
carrying on their backs such small
bundles as they are able to bear. AL
though the men engaged in this traffic
are paid only about eight cents day
for their work, and they board them
selves out of that pittance, this method
of transported on costs about 10 cents
per ton per mile, or nearly Is times
the average freight charge of American
railroads, and more than 30 times what
American railroads charge for the
transportation of grain.
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The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

ing the residence and out-buildings of
E. B. Sherwood.
Mr. Miller is husking corn for E. B.
Sherwood.
The Ladies' club met at Mrs Roswell
Nichols, Wednesday afternoon.
David Hall has had his house re-
shingled by McCollum Brothers.
The Ladies' Aid society of the Meth
odist church met at Mrs Benefits s, last
Wednesday afternoon.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

Lots of people who suffer from con-
stipation or biliousness know they need
medicine but refrain, dreading the
common gripping, purging sickening
sensations Of the ordinary remedies.
Now we are prepared to supply a treat
ment that is void of these unpleasant
effects-a modern, mild, pleasant,
thorough remedy-Ramon's Liver Pills
and Tonic Pellets. Two medicines,
complete cure, 25c. Sample free for
the asking. H. E. Mott, Newtown:
Belts & Belts, Sandy Hook; W. B.
Haw1ey, Sherman; S. J. Parks, Trum-
bull; E. A. Honan, Gaylordsville.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

People who get hurt occasionally land
we all do) ought to keep a bottle Of
Ramon's Nerve and Bone Oil ready for
instant use. There is nothing like it
for sprains, bruises, burns, cuts, etc.
There are many so-called "Nerve and
Bone Oils" but only one original
genuine Ramon's with name Brown
Manufacturing Co. on every bottle. 25c.
II. E. Mott, Newtown; Belts & Belts,
Sandy Hook; W. r. Hawley, Sherman;
$. }. Parks, Trumbull; E. A. Honan,
GaylordSville.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

E>AAAiSJ tAouOlC.
Kidney trouble causes quick or unsteady
heart BEATS and makes one feel as though
they had heart trouble, because the heart is
oVer-working in pumping thick, kidney
poisoned blood through veins and arteries
1t used to be considered that only urinary
troubles were to be traced to the kidneys,
but now modern science proves that nearly
all constitutional diseases have their benin
ming in kidney trouble.
you are sick you can make no mistake
BY first doctorng your kidneys The mild
and the extraordinary effect Of Dr. kilrner's
SWamp=Root, the great kidney remedy is
soon realized. 1t stands the highest for its
wonderful cures of the most distressing cases
and is sold on it's merits S~~E0|
by all druggists in fifty <sss:zsezlk
cent and dollar sz-
es. You may have es . ssss:4Iza
sample bottle by mail Home Of swamnRont
free, also pamphlet telling you how to find
out if you have kidney or bladder trouble
Mention this paper when writing Dr.. Kline,
& Co., Binghamton, N. Y.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07
FAIRFIELD COUNTY.
HUNTINGTON.
HARVEST SUPPER.


The ladies of the Congregational
church will give a harvest supper in
the church Sparlors, Wednesday even
ing, November II. Everything in the
way of eatables, for which the Hunt
ington ladies are famous, will be served
from till O'Clock. Then a program
from till will:be given in the church,
after which there will be supper again
and social time. Miss Clara Booth
of Shelton, a well known and pleasing
elocutionlst, will be the attraction on
the program, assisted by musical selec-
lions by Miss Lois Hawley, E. N. Bailey
and. Paul Rehnberg, whose useveral
abilities are too well known to need
mention. E. R. Hawley, organist of
the Southport Congregational church,
will be the accOmpanist and will al
so give some organ selections. 1t
is regretted that .the entire program
cannot be given at this time. There
will be d sale of fancy and useful arti-
cles under the supervision of Mrs. Stel-
la Marks. Twenty-Five cents will be
the price of admissionIat the door,
whichlwill include both program and
supper. If the weather should prove
stormy the affair will be on the follow
ing evening. Come and have a good
supper and help good cause.
A very fine Quincy granite sarcoph-
agus monument has been placed in the
new cemetery for Henry I. Brownson
and family. 1t is a handsome stone
and was placed there by G. J. Hughes
of Bridgeport.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07
STARTLING BUT TRUE.

eff every one knew what a grand
medicine DR. Kings NewLife Pills is, :"
writes D. II. Turner, Dempseytown,
Pa, ''you'd sell all you have in a day.
Two weeks use has made a new man
of me-" InfallibIe for constipation,
stomach and liver troubles. 25c at
R. H. Beers & Co., Newtown; Tay-
lor, Curtis & Co., Sandy Hook; B.
Hawley & Co., Stepney.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

The Holston Methodist Orphanage.
at Greenville, T enn., has over 100 chill
dren, from one to twelve years of age.
Mrs E. e. Wiley, the matron, says: 81
find Ramon's English Cough Syrup a
great boon to children when attacked
with coughs, colds, hoarseness and the
llke.' 23c. H. r. Mott, Newtown:
Belts e Belts, Sandy Hook; S. J. Parks.
Trumbull; e. A. Honan, Charlottesville:
W. B. Hawley, Sherman.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07
LUCK IN THIRTEEN.

BY sending ID miles William Spirey,
of Walton Furnace, VT, got box OF
Bucklen's Arnica Salve, that wholly
cured horrible fever sore ON his leg.
Nothing else could. Positively cures
bruises, felons, ulcers, eruptions, boils,
burns, corns and piles. Only 25c.
Guaranteed by R. H. Beers & Co.,
Newtown: B. Hawley & Co., Stepney:
Taylor, Curtis & Co., Sandy Hook;
drug stores.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

There are great many blood medi-
cines on the market now, some worth
less, some good, but none superior to
Ramon's Iron Tonic. Don't expert
ment, but get Ramon's and you are
assured of beneficial, lasting results.
Large bottles 81. H. E. Mott, New
town; Belts & Belts, Sandy Hook;
W. B. Hawley, Sherman; S. J. Parks,
Trumbull; E. A. Honan, Gaylords-
vile, y
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07
A CARD.

We. the undersigned, do hereby
agree to refund the money on SOC
bottle of Greene's Warranted Syrup of
Tar if it fails to cure your cough or
cold. We also guarantee 25c bottle
to prove satisfactory or money refund
ed. R. H. Beers & Co., Newtown;
Belts & Belts, Sandy Hook.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

The kidneys are your
blood purifiers. they fill
ter out the waste or
impurities in the blood.
If they are sick or out
OF order, they fail to do
their work.
Pains, aches andrheu-
matlsn come from ex-
cess Of uric acid in the
blood, due to neglected
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

Ramon's Iron Tonic adds tone and
vigor to every nook and corner of the
body. Large bottles 81. H. E. Mott,
Newtown; Belts & Belts, Sandy Hook;
w. B. Hawley, Sherman; S. J.Parks,
Trumbull; E. A. Honan, Gaylords-
vile.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

People who use oliver pills. ought
to try the well known Ramon's Liver
Pills and Tonic Pellets. No handful
for dose, no constant dosing, no de-
bilitating, weakening effect; they are
far superior to the ordinary pill. Box
of % doses 25c. H. E. Mott. Newtown.
Belts & Belts, Sandy Hook: ST.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

Henry G. Read of 952 Main street.
Bridgeport, has some new show cases
put into his establishment and it
greatly improves the interior of the
store. He also has new goods and
would be pleased with call from you
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07
PHYSICIANS PRESCRIBE

Many broad minded physicians
prescribe Foley's Honey and Tar, as
they have never found so safe and re-
liable remedy for throat and lung
troubles as this great medicine. Sold
by r. H. Beers & Co., Newtown.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07
A WOAN SAYS:

1.-The first bottle of the new medi-
cine, Calcura Solvent, set up my nerves
like tuning fiddle. I began to get
good sleep. After that l felt hungry
and when [ smelt breakfast l wasn't
long getting down stairs. 1 picked up
weight and strength, and no wonder l
believe in DR. David Kennedy, of Ken
nedy Row, Kingston, N. Y" All
druggists, 81.
STOPS THE COUGH AND WORKS
OFF THE COLD.
Laxative BrOmO-Quinine Tablets
cure cold in one day. No cure, no
pay. Price 25 cents.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07
PLATTSVILLE,
ITEMS OF INTEREST,

Rev j. j. Blythe was in town for a
short stay, the first part of this week.
Mr. and Mrs Will Hall are happy owe r
the arrival of a nine-pound boy, born
November l.
Mrs z. A. Beers is spending several
weeks with her son, J. Z. Beers, at
Providence, r. l.
The friends of F. Staples are sorry
to learn he is confined to the house
with severe illness.
Miss Lucy Disbrow has been very
sick with throat trouble.
Mrs Mallett of Trumbull is caring
for Mrs Will Hall.
G. B. Gregory is in the wood bust
ness, having bought large tract of G.
Allen, and is carting it to Bridgeport.
HOYDEN's HILL AND VICINITY.
Leroy Clark is to haveEome improve
ments made.
I. N. Banks has finished his job of
painting at l.. A. jennings.
S. Wisner entertained company re-
Gently.
Mr. and Mrs Clarence Risley and ba-
by of Torrington were guests of her
aunts, Miss Relyea and Miss Barber,
for a week.
William Relyea and help are paint
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

You will always be treated on the
square by going to E. H. Dillon & Co.
for millinery goods. They can be
found at 9S8 Main street, Bridpenort
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs
and colds; reliable, tried and tested,
safe and sure. Sold by R. II. Beers &
Co., NewtOWn.
The Newtown bee., 1902-11-07

Foley's Honey and Tar always stops
the cough and heals the lungs. Refuse
substitutes. Sold by r. H. Beers e.
Co., Newtown.