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The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
PREPARING FOR GROWING.
Mayors Of Many English Towns arr
Invited by Telegraph.

London, Aug 4-visitors 10 London
who will not be able to see the interior
of Westminster Abbey before the corona.
ton may do so after that event. 1t hav
ing been oflcially announced that thu
edificice would be open from August /:
to August 16. The colonial and thu
native Indian troops will be admitted
free August II. On other days the en-
trance fees will range from Cd to IS.
Invitations to the coronation ceremony
have been telegraphed at the King
command to the mayors Of all cities Of
more than 20, 900 inhabitants. Rehearsali
of the coronation ceremony are held daily
with the exception of the musical pro-
gram, which has been made a special
order for Friday. A structure Is being
erected between the Abbey and parlia-
ment building, through which members
of the House OF Lords and of the House
of Commons will have private access to
the Abbey.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
FORCING A JELKs CLUE.
Tuscaloosa Shows Q Determination
to Get in Ldne.


to Get In Line.
Tuscaloosa. Aug. 4-(special)-A jerks
list was started on Saturday by "A. T.
Ormond and he stated that he had moi
seen citizen that refused to sign the
list When the list Is completed Q JeIki
club will be organized and from the pres
emit outlook It will be large and enthu'
siastic one
Richard n. Little and Miss johnnie
Darden were quietly married this morn
ing at the home of the brides parents q
West End The solemn words that made
the two one were impressively Spoken
by Rev. l.. o. Dawson. There were ONLY
a few of the most intimate friends and
relatives Of the young couple present
Miss Darden IL the second daughter o.
Mr.. and Mrs. Pat Darden and Is one o.
Tuscaloosa's most charming young wo
men. Mr.. Little Is a son Of DR.. and Mrs
John Little. Jr.. and is we'll knewn az tn
editor Of The Tuscaloosa Times. Tn
young couple left on the north-b0und Ala
bama Great Southern train for Chatta
nooga and other points.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
FATHER SUCCEEDS SON.



ing Elder by Bishop Key.
Lafayette, Aug. A-tgpsciaL1 -Bisnop ?:
S. Key Of Sherman. Tex. has appointed
DR.. v. o. Hawkins Of Dadeville as Pre-
siding Elder Of the Lafayette District, to
succeed his son, Rev. r. H. Hawkins.
lately deceased.
The funeral Of Rev. Eugene H. Haw-
kins, who died Saturday here, took plcae
Sunday afternoon at $40 from the Metho.
dist Church. The services. which were
simple and appropriate, were conducted
by Hevs. r. @. Slaughter w. d. Faust.
q. L. Jenkins and r. w. Anderson.
Most beautiful indeed were the tributes
paid to the manly worth. noble character
and beautiful life Of the dead. The
church was filled to overlooking with ad-
mirers of the man and all eyes were suf-
fused with tears az hearts were touched
by the loving tributes.
Mr.. Hawkins was eminentiy successiui
an A minister. He drew all men 70 him
by his open-hearted manner and noble
persouality. He was well fitted Tor Ms
life.s work, being . graduate OF tne
southern University and Of vandefoiis
During his eight years OF active minis.
try he preached 4 pure gospel ana lived
II In his daily walk and conversation
The loss TO his family 10 great and ma
place in the church win be hard 70 NH.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Big Deal in Coal Lands.

One of Alabama's largest deal In coal
lands was put through here Saturday that
has taken place in some time. c. F.
Robbins of this city and W. B. Reynolds
of Montevallo sold to the Mccormick es-
tate of Harrisburg. Pa. about 1900 acres
for sl60,000 cash. The transaction was
closed through the Birmingham Trust and
Savings Company. Henry B. Mccormick
was present In person, closing up the
trade. 1t Is understood that the McCor-
micks are persons of great wealth and
thef- coming to this district to make the
purchase means a great deal
In the deal were about 1000 acres of
Montevallo School lands, for which a fair
price was paid.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Jones,s Credit piscredited.

Albert Jones, the negro porter who stab
bed Walter Cotton, assistant manager Of
the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Com
pany store here, to death Saturday morn
ing. was given a preliminary trial this
afternoon in the Inferior Criminal Court
and was held to the grand jury by Judge
Feagin without the privilege Of giving
bail. He told the same story as was
given to reporters Saturday. to the effect
that Mr.. Cotton struck him with his fist
and fell on a knife In the hands of the
negro Jones denies striking Cotton.
The attaches Of the store were placed on
the stand but none Of them saw the
negro strike the blows. Two witnesses
swore that Jones had Mr.. Cotton back
over a sugar barrel and that he got away
and left the store Mr.. Cotton went to
wash the blood OFF his face and then fell
to the floor and became unconscious. Inc
knife blade went two and a half inches
into the skull and cut an artery In the
right leg, either wound being death
producing one. The negro was transfer
red to the county Jail without incident.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
yELKs CLUB AT ALBERTvILLE.
Vigorous Campaign Will BE Waged
IN MarshaIl County.

AIbertville, Aug. A--(speciaL)--A most
enthusiastic Jelks Club was organised
here Saturday afternoon. Only q few
hours notice was given Of the proposed
organization and 15o members were en-
rolled G. M. Rains was elected Presi-
dent and J. A. Selman. Secretary. A
large number of the club were former
supporters of Ex-Governor Johnston.
This beat will go Overwhelmingly for
jerks, and a thorough campaign will be
waged in the county. The sentiment In
the gubernatorial race has undergone a
decided change in the last few days.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Mr. Pearson's Announcement.

In another column will be found the
announcement of Mr.. w. w. Pearson 8
candidacy for the Legislature. Mr.. Pear
son has that maturity of experience and
Judgment which will make him q popul ar
candidate for a Legislature which will
have to consider so many questions of
importance as the next. He Ii a lawyer
of ability, conservative on all questions.
and n elected. will make himself felt in
framing laws for the state.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Bought Mineral Lands.

The Pratt Coal Company, capital stock
50. 900 900, of which 100000 is paid in,
has acquired the mines at Nebo and New
Pratt, besides large acreage of proper
ty bearing coal in western part OF the
county and in Walker County. The total
acreage Of coal lands now controlled by
the company is placed at 1900 and big
output will be the result 7. T. Hillman
is president of the company. with Erskine
Ramsey, vice-president and H. E. Nc
Cormick, geenral manager.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
TECHNICAL EDUCATION.
Two Scholarships offered at 0eorgia's
Excellent Institution.

Funds sufficient for all net expenses of
two students for four years in the Geor-
gia School OF Technology will be con-
tested for September "a.
The school has a national reputation
for the high standing of its graduates,
and its courses in mechanical, electrical,
civil and textile engineering. and In en-
cheering chemistry. Largely increased
equipments in shops and laboratories the
coming year. New dormtories Under
wholesome regulations; athletics under
specialists; climate unsurpassed. In the
largest city in the heart Of the progress
sive South. Professors and instructors,
S.; student enrolment. 4S2. For fully H.
Illustrated catalogue, address Lyman Hall.
Atlanta, Ga. adv-tu-sat
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
decorations for Everybody.

Three hundred Americans are to have
decorations conferred on them by the OBJ
lie,nR kaiser. He Is determined to do ur
the business in shape. and neglect no one
who had anything to do with Prince Hen
rvs trip. Henry was over here about
three weeks averaging In the neighbor-
hood Of eighty Americans per week
T,berefore. in the Boston list 1t Is hoped
even the bellboys are to come in for a
sbara If the honor.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
The Governor Notified.

Governor jerks was yesterday notified
of the death OF Sheriff C. =. Webster Of
Hale County. Mr. webster died suddenly
at his home in Greensboro Saturday night
of heart disease.
The Executive Department was imme-
diately notified, but as yet no application
for appointment to the vacancy has been
flied by citizens of Hale County.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
secretarv shav's Reticence

A newspaper writer who sought to inter-
view Secretary Shaw on some question OF
the moment was met with a gentle. but
a firm refusal. "I am too recently come
here to have an opinion. much less to
give one for publication. | would rather
talk after going out Of ONCE than just
after coming in. Come around when l
get out and III give you something then"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Weekend Excursion Tickets
Tvhee

Weekend excursion tickets at very low
rates are on sale via Central of Georgia
Railway for noon. afternoon, and even
ing trains Saturdays. good to return leav-
ing Tybee and Savannah Monday night
following date Of sale.
For tickets. schedules. etc. call on any
agent of the Central of Georgia Railway
Company or r. c. Rogers, Travelling Pas
senger Agent, Commerce St, Montgom-
cry Ala. adv-tu-thu-sat.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05

ADJUTANT GENERAL w. w. Bran
don yesterday issued an order directing
Major 8. T. westcott to issue an order
for an election in Battery "A" First Ar
tillery of Mobile for the election of a
captain. The term of office of the pres
ent Incumbent, Captain Rudolph Benz,
has expired and the forthcoming election
is ordered to I'LL the vacancy. The cleo
ton will be held by the Battery ten days
after the receipt of the order.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Depressed and Nervous from

Excessive Smoking and Drinking
Horsford's Acid Phosphate. a most
valuable remedy for relieving the imme-
diate Ill effects of excessive smoking or
drinking. 1t cures the heavy, dull head
ache depression and languor, and induces
restful sleep. adv-tu-thu-sat.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
ROGERS WON OUT.
Again Chosen to Board Of Revenue
in Lowndes County.

Letohatchie, Aug. 4.--(Special.) Full re-
turns In Lowndes County show Joseph
Norwood chosen for Senator Dan Crum
and r. L. Goldsmith for representatives
and NJ. p. Davis. C. p Rogers DR., Allen
Till Jack Staggers and e. 3. Scarborough
for the Board OF Revenue.
The fight centered on C. p. Rogers. Jr..
who is president OF Board Of Revenue and
he won by a handsome majority, the
issue being left entirely with the people.
All the politicians and county machine
being arrayed against him.
The county is solid for jerks.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
NOW HARD AT WORK
JELKs's AND JoHNsToN's
MANAGERS BUSY.
At the Headquarters Of the Rival
Candidates for the Gubernatorial
Nomination Expressions Of
Confidence are Heard.

Birmingham, Aug. 4.-tSpecial. )-There
is much work being done at the head
quarters of the two candidates for the
Gubernatorial nomination. At both
places the greatest confidence il express
ed as to the result Of the primaries Au-
gust g.
Huge piles sof printed matter concern
ing the campaign are being sent out
of the headquarters Of Governor Jelks.
o. r.. Gaut, one OF the leading members
of the Alabama Travellers Protective AS
sociation. and on the State Campaign
Committee, was rendering great assist
'ance> today in sending out literature. hav-
ing q wide acquaintance throughout the
state. One hundred thousand copies Of
Governor Jelks's reply to Captain John
ston. General w. C. Oates's reply and
the speech of Hon. John B. Knox at the
opening of the Campaign are being sent
out. One hundred thousand copies OF
Senator Morgan's letter on the political
situation in which he endorses Governor
Jelks and reviews Governor Johnston's
record as to constitutional reform in Ala
bama will also be sent out.
Hon. John B. Knox IL booked for q
speech tomorrow at Tuscumbia and also
at Sheffield. DR.. r. NJ. Cunningham will
be at opelika tomorrow and Wednesday
he win speak at Tuskegse
b. A. Thompson, who Is In charge of the
felix's campaign in Jeeffrson County. an
nounces that clubs In behalf of Governor
Jelks are being organized in every beat.
Next week a long hat of spell binders
will be announced for this county.
Captain Johnston was at his head
quarters this morning and he gave out
the following interview: Il had very
gratifying trip through Hale, Mareng0
Perry and Dallas Counties. My friends
In those counties are in fine spirits"
Captain Johnston will go to Dadevills
in the morning. Hon. Charles Il. Wal.
Ter and State Senator G. ]. Hall were al
Cullman and New Decatur today In be
half of former Governor Johnston. Judge
b. M. Allen, jefferson County manager
for Captain Johnston, states that the sit.
uation loooks good to him and that John.
ston clubs will be formed in Birmingham
Hon. Charles E. Waller and State Sena-
tor G. j. Hall will speak at Pratt Cit,
Friday, August 18th and at Bessemei
Saturday evening, the 18th.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05

The announcement of Mr.. Thomas J..
Hall for Representative appears in The
Advertiser. He Is a well known mechani-
cal engineer and is gifted with consider
able power Of pen and tongue. Mr.. Hall
was a prominent candidate for the Con-
stitutional Convention and received quite
a fiattering vote.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
SCOTS AT DROUGHT.
B. Stevens Of Highland Park

J. B. Stevens Of Highland Park
Grows Good Crops.
]. B. Stevens of Highland Park has
demonstrated that corn can be raised,
forty bushels to the acre. despite the
drought.
Mr.. Stevens has six ears of his forty
bushels-to-the-acre corn on exhibition at
1o4 North Perry Street. He says he has
seven acres of this fine corn. He says
he will be glad to impart the secret Of
his success to any interested person.
The reputation Of Mr.. Stevens as a cul-
tivator of fine watermelons is already
known to many Montgomerians.
Drought does not worry Mr.. Stevens.
He says he can raise a crop In spite of
any drought.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
SHERIFF OF HALE DEAD.
G. e. Webster Succumbs Suddenly to
Heart Failure.

Greensboro, Aug. l-(special)--C. Il.
Webster, Sheriff OF Hale County. died
suddenly this morning about 8 o'clock.
He attended to his duties Saturday
morning and while eating his dinner that
day he fell over unconscious from heart
trouble.
Physicians were Immediately called and
he revived for the time, but suddenly ex-
pired this morning.
He has naads an exceptionally good
sheriff. and had many friends closely at
tached to him. He leaves q wife. two
grown daughters. and a son who acted
az his deputy.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05

tice still survives in Heianesia. and Rev.
J. A. Crump reports that natives OF New
Britain treat fractures from sling stones
by trephinins with a piece OF shell or Q
fake Of obsidian. In 30 per cent or the
cases recovery follows In two or three
weeks,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Bankhead Called to Washington.

Hon. John H. Bankhead. member OF
Congress from the Sixth Alabama Dis
trict, left this morning for Washington
to attend a meeting of the Democratic
Congressional Campaign Committee. Mr..
Bankhead is not a member Of the com
mittee, but received a telegram asking
him to attend and give advice. He Will
return to the State as soon as possible
to participate in the Jelks campaign.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Parrish IL Refused Bail.

Hollis B. Parrish. the young attorney
who last Monday evening shot and almost
Instantly killed George Leonard. a brick
mason, was given preliminary hearing
this morning with Justice Alternately and
Benners sitting. 1t was agreed between
the attorneys for the State and defense
that only one witness would be examined
for the State. l.. e. Thomas, who was
on the electric car when the shooting
took place and witnessed 1t, told the
story to the judges He said the Of
ficers had Leonard under arrest when
Parrish reached around the officer and
shot Leonard in the breast.
The defendant was bound over to the
grand jury without the privilege of CIV
ing bail 1t is understood that habeas
corpus proceedings will be taken at once
looking to securing the defendant bail,
1t is claimed that there was no premedita-
ton and that the defendant was not
responsible at the time Of commission Of
crime.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
MISS SCOTT WEEDS DIR. MARKS.
Young Persons Surprise Friends BY
Marrying in Savannah.

The friends of Miss Priscilla Scott Of
Mount Meigs AMI DR.. Charles M. Marks
Of Montgomery were pleasantly surprised
yesterday when It was announced that
these young persons we're married In Sa-
vannah. Ga. on July J.
While visiting Savannah, In company
with her brother and sister. Mr.. and Mrs.
J. n. Scott of Scotia. Miss Scott was
Joined by her nance, DR.. Marks and they
were married.
Miss Scott 10 a daughter OF the late
Mr.. J. B. Scott of Mount Meigs. Dr.
Marks is a son Of Mr.. s. B. Marks ST.
OF Montgomery.
DR.. Marks. who has been student a.
the University of Virginia, and his bride
are now at Mount Meigs.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Funeral of Mrs. Hine.

The funeral Of Mrs. John Hine, who
died late Saturday night at, Belle Ellen
where she was visiting her parents. took
place this morning from the Methodist
church. large cortege followed the
remains to the cemetery. Death was the
result Of congestion.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Excursion to Savannah via Central
of Georgia Railway.

Central of Georgia Ry., will sell excur-
sion tickets to Savannah, Aug. 18th, $40
round trip, limited returning Aug. 18th.
Through sleeping cars and day coaches
Train leaves Montgomery at 4:S5 p. m.
adv-tf
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05

The best white, smooth skin, fresh
IL dug Irish Potatoes, Kentucky
stock, IS cts per peck. Time Of sale,
all the time, soon or late.
J. M. McCool, Phone GOT.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
DAMAGED BY DROUGHT.
Crops Around Pinckard Have Suffer
ed for Lack of Rain.

Pinciard. Aug. 4--(Special)-Crops here
have been damaged by the drought
Small showers fell nearly every day., but
they are too late for old corn. but are
helping sugar cane, peas ana sweet po'
tatoes Formers say cotton is doing
fairly well.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
cslebrated Thousandth Anniversary

Berlin, Aug. 4.-The quaint old Wur-
temburg city of Ravensburg has cele-
brated the one thousandth anniversary OF
its founding by, historical procession
representing the successive centuries. the
King ana Queen of Wurtemburg attended
the ceremonies.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
THE MoNTGoN1ERY ADvERTIsER

Of voters in the court house TO night.
Mr.. Knox was introduced ~ Hen
Robert e. Spragins. nominee TOR Ne
State Senate. and he made most fawces-
Bile impression.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Society of American Florists and
Ornamental HorticulGurists,
Asheville, N. c., August
loth-22nC

For the above occasion, the Southern
Railway will sell tickets at one fare for
the round trip. Tickets to be sold Au-
gust 17th 18th and 18th, with final limit
August 18th. For information call on or
address Jno Metcalfe,
T. p. A., Montgomery, Ala.
w. II. Tayloe,
A. G. p. A., Atlanta, Ga. adv-tf
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Trephining an Old Practice.

Trephining the skull is known as prob
able treatment used by prehistoric sur
geons. 1t appears that the ancient prac-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
a on on Everything
FOR CASH ONLY.
Get
Diamonds
Now !. !.

For your dollars l
give you large value in
Diamonds. What is
more splendid, or more
appreciated, gift than
a beautiful, glittering
diamond? Care should
be exercised that you
purchase only a per-
feet stone. My long
experience in judging
and buying gems are
your protection-your
security. | sell dia-
monds that are perfect
no haws--no blem-
ishes.
3rd Anniversary Sale
Prices / Off for Cash.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
HoME-sEEKERs' RATES
To Texas, Oklahoma and Indian
Tarri4oru via Southern Pacific.

Territory via Southern Pacific.
One fare plus $500 for the round trip.
Tickets on sale July 18th. Aug. 9Th and
18th, Sept. and and 18th. Oct. 7th and 1st'
Stop-overs allowed. For further informa-
ton and advertising matter, write
]. F. Van Rensselaer,, General Agent,
adv-tu-thu-sun-tf Atlanta, Ga.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
AT ST. JOHNS CHURCH.

Will Be Kept Open During Absence
Of Rector.
Rev. e. e. Cobbs left yesterday for his
vacation and will join his mother and
sister at Lake George In New York Dur
ing his absence Rev. c. r. Hodge VIII
nj his place. and will arrive here in a
day or two He will be at the Rectory
every morning until io:3o and those In
sickness or for other cause desiring to
see him can communicate with him there.
Phone No. 586.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05

The. citizens OF Pinckard have made ar
rangements to have hig bsroecue mere
Augusht 18th. They anticipate large
crowd speeches will be made by the
hest farmers in the State. and visitors
TO the town will have special attention
and get something good to eat.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
NEWS In BRIEF

THE NEW Communication ticket books
Of the Montgomery Street Railway Com
pany will be placed on sale today.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05

Huntsville. Aug. 4.-(Special')-Hon n:
John B. Knox addressed a large crowd
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
NJ xrox in Huntsville.

Nearly every one here is for Jelks TO
Governor.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05

THE APPOINTMENT of william Jack
son as Notary Public and ex-Officio JUS
tice Of the Peace at Bessener was an
nounced yesterday from the Governor s
ONCE.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
/ hir d
Anniv erSary
Sale.

I am just about to enter my fourth year
as Montgomery's leading jeweler, and the in
auguration of my Third Anniversary Sale yes
terday morning, to last for one week, will
been in business. As an evidence of my appre-
citation of this liberal patronage propose to give
an unusually liberal discount on all goods sold
during this Anniversary Sale. My stock is
larger than ever, the assortments superb, and
offer
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Tor eli your mail REMIT -nces. by mail on
otherwise.
Sold on all points IN the United States,
Canada, and on Havana, Cuba.
CHEAP AND CONVENIENT.
NO APPLICATION REQUIRED.

A receipt is given and money will be re-
funded il order is lost.
Sold at all agencies of the Southern Ex-
press Company at all reasonable hours.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Gold
Watches

! show a large variety,
styles and sizes.
For mems wear !
have the IS, 10 and IL
sizes.
For ladies' wear |
have the 6 and 0 sizes,
and a variety of En-
amel lie d waite h c S.
Cases in a great num-
Der of different designs
in TAX gold, gold-flled,
silver, oxydized and
nickel.
3rd Anniversary Sale
Prices I Off for Cash.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-08-05
Artistic
BriC-a-braC.

Nothing adds so
much to the beauty of
your home as artistic
Bric-a-brac.
Then why not beau
tify it-when little
money will accomplish
the desired result9
My stock of really
artistic Brio = a : brac
was never so full. Cut
Glass, Statuettes, Beer
Stems also in abund-
ance.
3rd Anniversary Sale
Prices I Off for Cash.