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The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
James Mullen Dead.

James Mullen. the well known garden CT who lives in the northern suburbs of the city, died at o'clock this morning. He had been i'll for about four months with cancer of the liver. complicated by an affection of the heart.
 Mir. Mullen was born In Ireland in 1928, and came to the United States when he was about 21 years of age. He married in Indiana and moved from there to Ken lucky where he lived awhile and then he went to Mobile. He finally came to Selma and has lived here for many years. and possessed the confidence and respect of~all. He leaves two children, Mrs, Mary Bryant of near Summerfleld, and MT. Joseph M. Mullen. who is em- ployed in the Southern's shops in this city. .l...
 Mir Mullen was a professional gardener and was devoted to his calling. He had about twenty-five acres of land in tho northern part of the city and during the boom-here in the early S0's refused so GOO for 1t.
 He was a man of peculiar habits, but was scrupulously honest and did great deal of good in a quiet way. His re- mains will be laid to rest from the Cath ollie Church tomorrow.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
NEGRO GIVEN so YEARS
ARTHUR PERRY, WHO SHOT A
 WHITE BOX.
Attorney W. T. Ward Arraigned Before Judge Jones in United States Court on . Charge
 of Contempt.

Birmingham. March 7-(Special.)-Ar- thur Per. y. the negro youth who snot and killed Joshua Williams, white boy. at Powderly last Christmas, was found guilty and the puni< hment was fixed at fifty years in the penitentiary. Evidence was introduced to show that Williams was a me mber of party of white boys who were chasing negroes with Ruman candles and that they were firing these candles and throwing bottles at Perry at the time he fired the fatal shot. But for this evidence, showing provocation and for the further fact that the negro may not have intended killing any one, 1t IS probable that the death sentence would have been imposed. Perry says that he IS now IS years of age. The boy who was killed was from Mt. Pleasant. Tenn. and was visiting his uncle at the time he was killed. He was with a crowd of boys that evening and the statement Is made they were firing Roman candles at everybody passing when they assailed the Perry boy who hal pistol and he fired into the crowd of white boys, killing Joshua Per ry was arrested that night. and but Tor a school teacher would have been hanged
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
SENT TO ASYLUM.
William Rover, a Prominent Farmer,
 Becomes Insane.

New Decatur March 7.-(SpeciaD-Wil- liam Rover. a well-to-do farmer living near Simpson, seven miles west, was sent to the insane hospital today.
 His mental trouble is supposed to be due to broodings over the death of his step-mother, aged 70, who was thrown from wagon last fall and sustained in- juries which resulted in her instant death. William Rover was driving the wagon al the time and said the mule ran away. throwing the old lady out of the wagon. few days after the old lady was buried neighborS commenced to talk and Rover was accused of murdering her. The body was exhumed and a Coroner's in quest was held at the instigation of neighbors. but the Coroners jury acquit- him. Talk of lynchng followed and Royer and his wife were ostracized by their neighbors. MT. Royer's wife Is also said to be losing her mind on account of the ugly talk against herself and hus- band.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
STRUCK BY FALLING POST.
Miss Annie Vary of the Judson In
 stitute Injured.

nie Vary of the Judson Institute, was struck by the falling of an awning post in front of Child's grocery yesterday. Her injuries were thought to be serious at first. but she Is able to resume her duties. MissxEary is well known to church workers aIl over the State and has filled & position in the business office of the Ju son for several years.
 The finding of an arm of a negro wo- man In a branch near the city "wednesday caused a little furry for awhile. but on investigation by Coroner Blackburn it was ascertained that the arm had been amputated from a negro woman who had been seriously burned. It was buried near the branch and was washed up by the recent heavy rains. ett
 Mrs. s. C. LaGrane died at her home in East Perry the first of the week of pneu. monia. She leaves husband and large family of children.
 Henry Billing lea, colored, living on the plantation of Col. W. T. Hendon, near Marion, in a fit of jealousy Tuesday cut and shot his wife and his wife's mother. Both women Are seriously wounded and are not expected to live. Billingslea used a razor and a 3S-calibre pistol. So far he has evaded arrest.
 The new city officials for the ensuing year were i1duct, into ofice yesterday. w F. Fowlkes is Mayor.
 President Pat 1 K and several students of the Judson who attended the Interna- tional Teachers meeting in Toronto, Can ada. returned home Tuesday.
 Two more fake pictdle dealers visited Marion last week and duped several citi- zens. The people have rather tired of them now and the next lot will be given a warm reception.
 Undertaken Blackburn, who took charge of the body of Luke Sanders. says the flu e. al was largely att ni,d by the ne- groes, but there was no demonstrations. The precaution by citizens to see the law p-ope ly executed has had a most sooth- ing affect and will put a quietus on simi- lar attempts for many months.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
MASS MEETING AT TUSCALOOSA
Committee Named to Solicit Funds
 for Railroad Survey


 Tuscaloosa. March 7.-(Special.)-A meeting was called last evening to dis cuss the Mobile and West Alabama Rail- road The citizens were very enthusi- astic and many interesting talks were made. One of the best speeches was made by F. A. Sullivan, a new conner from the! north. He said that "the Creator made the earth and saw that it was good. He smiled and the South ap- peared.v that there were several men of wealth who had purchased lands rich with timber and; coal. that were only waiting for this road so that they could develop these lands. Mobile has sub scribed 5000. This with subscriptions from other cities amounts to s1o.00O. The sum asked of Tuscaloosa is $1,000. Judge W. G. Cochrape, Emil Gluck. Harry Ed dins. R. H. Little, Tom Garner. Woolsey Finell and l.. H. Maxwell were appoint ed a committee to canvass the city at once, as the money must be in the bank by Saturday. .,...
 Plans for the extention of the, .Tusca- loosa Baptist Church have been received from the architect. The plan is 1very practical and attractive. The 'extention will be made just to the rear of the bap- tistery and will embrace two stories of class rooms and small auditorium. The organ will be placed between the two walls just back of where 1t now stands. Two new vestibules will be added in the rear of the building and two new towers. which will add greatly to the beauty of the present structure. This work will cost about 5000, and will begin in the near future.
 Somewhile ago when election was held. new court house was voted on but failed Since that time the commissioners flxn .txr fatI which is in a far better condition than the court house. The commissioners are beginning to realize the necessity of a new court house. Most of. them express themselves favorably in regard to the matter. In all probability this project, with the backing of few of our best citizens, will go through.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
CIRCUIT COURT AT cENTERvILL John Maxwell Given a Sentence of
 Thirty Years.

CentervilIe, March 7.-(Special 1-Circuit Court has been in session here for near Ky three weeks The criminal docket was taken up last Monday.
 The first capital cases taken up was that of the State -vs., John Maxwell, for murder This case has been tried once before. and Maxwell -wass sentenced 10 the penitpntiary for life, but the case was reversed by the Supreme Court. He was sentenced to thirty years in the pen ftentiarv at this trial.
 The Lily Gardner case was set for trial i'll this morning, when 1t was continued.
 This morning the Circuit Court ad- 3ourned as Judge Moore was sick.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
SMALLPOX IN SOUTHLAND.
Considerable Uneasiness Felt Over
 the Situation.

Courtland, March 7.-tSpecial. .)-Consid- erable uneasiness is felt over the small- pox situation here. Several cases are re- ported at Town Creek, six miles west of here, and there are also several eases near Rogersviile, eleven miles north of this place., County Health Officer Dr. w. J. McMafien Is using every precaution to prevent the appearance of the disease here. .--- . -, = ..s.-- .s ., -..-... .-..
 Horace Jackson, a well known negro of this place. who was indicted by the last grand jury for assisting the mob who lynched the negro Alex Herman here last summer, and who had left here, was
 taken off an eastbound Southern Railroad train, yesterday by officers as he was passing through. CourtIand and was taken to Moulton, the County seat, where he
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08

at this court which Is now in session at Moulton.
 The question of constructing system of turn-pike roads in Lawrence County Is being discussed freely. This measure was voted upon four years ago. but 1t was lost. Those living in the mountains had in some way received a. wrong im- te the the year many of the most important roads in the County are almost impassa- ble. It Is almost certain that the Coun- ty would go for good roads now should 1t be put to a vote. It is probable that the people of Lawrence will have another opportunity to secure the turnpike roads before long.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
Where to Register.

good many men from outlying pre- cincts In Dallas County, who have come to the city on business, have applied to the three registrars who are now sltung registering. and thus save themselves that trouble when the books are opened in their home beats. The registrars have refused to register any except those who live in this beat.
 Hon. H. F. Reese. who was a delegate to the Constitutional Convention. con tends that they are wrong; that the Con stitution is silent on he subject. and that any resident of Dallas County has the right to be registered when he applies to the registrars for his certificate. Mir Reese has written to the Attorney Gen. leraI, Hon. Gregory L. Smith and several
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
KILLED BY DUMMY ENGINE.
Ben Langston Run Over at Slocomb
 A Marriage.

Geneva. March .7.-(special.) .)-Night be- fore last at Slocumb, a station on the Central Railroad in Geneva County, and twenty miles east of here. Ben .Langston m employe of the Morris Lumber Com pany. was run over and killed instantly by the dummy engine. operated on a log road leading to the company's plant at Sfocomb. MT. Langsron was past middle age, and was a respected citizen. He leaves large family connections.
 Two of Geneva's young people MT. Rob- ert DonneiI and Miss EIoise Gray, were quite unexpectedly married last night, the ceremony being performed by Dr. Jernigan, Chief Clerk in the Probate of- flee.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
will Filter Its Water.

Because the water in this district Is impregnated with impurities which cause formations in boilers. the Tennessee Coal. Iron and Railroad Company has signed contract for a chemical Altering process plant with a Pittsburg company. which will cost $35,O00. The plant twill be located at Ensley and will furnish water for the iron steel. coal and coke plants at Ems ley and Pratt City. Its capacity will be two and a half million gallons of water per day. The plant Is to be completed within ninety days. Seven car loads Of tanks and material will be brought here for the new plant.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
Married in a Hotel.

Andrew Allen and Miss Leila Woodall of
 Oklahoma City. I. T., were married this morning in the parlors of the Metropo l. tan Hotel here, Rev. J. P. McFerrin of the First Methodist Church officiating. The marriage was witnessed by the hotel clerk and the mother of the bride. The party were making a trip to Tampa. Fla. They asked the hotel clerk to send for a minister and were married.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
Death of Mrs. Sewell.

Centre, March 7-(Special )-Mrs. Lima Sewell, aged 5 years, died at her home in Pollard's Bend Tuesday.
 Thomas H. Smith, executor of the Vim son estate, has offered the Alabama House for sale. The Alabama House. for It's skillful management and excellent fare in this part of the State
 Mrs. Epsey Chisolm, aged 56 years, wid- ow of Major J. r. chisolm, died at the home of her brother. ]. D, Carol at Ma ple Grove recently.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08

other prominent members of the Consti- tutionai Convention for their construc- ton of the law. and will doubtless give inc views of .hose when he hears from them. It would be a great convenience to many to regisler in Selma. as a great many of the business men and planters of the County will be here during the three weeks that the Board or Hegis- trars sit in this city. -
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
Hustline for Members.

The Selma Y M. c. A. Is on a great boom so far as membership Is concerned. The organization has been divided into two sections named the Blues and the Reds, and there is great rivalry among the two as to which can get the most new members Some seventy-fve new members have been added to the list since the two sides started to work and there Is no end yet. It is thought that the list will contain over a hundred new names before 1t ends. The Y. M. C. A. of Ina is doing a great work In this city. There are two O. ga izations .n, on Broad Street. and the Railroad Y. M. C. A. aud both are in a most fiuorishing condition. Each owns its buildings and both are among the most fourishtng in- stitutions of the kind in the South.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
HE IS A CANDIDATE
PROF. RAYMOND WISHES TO
 ENTER LEGISLATURE.
Judge Pitts Denies That He Recom- mended That Green Korengay Be Given . Certificate
 of Rsgistration.
Advertiser Bureau.

Advertiser Bureau.
 Selma. March :.
 Professor Raymond this morning im- ported the information that he expected to be a candidate for the legislature from Dallas. This is the first hint that his been dropped that Professor Raymond would be a candidate and it will come rather in the nature of surprise to his hosts of friends. Since he has been resident of Selma he has been devoted to music and he has reputation as musician beyond State lines.
 Professor Raymond was educated for lawyer. He was admitted to the bar after standing brilliant examination and began the practice of his profession in Jacksonville. He never had but one case, and he says that he was satisfied after 1t had ended that he was not cut out for a lawyer and he quit the pro- fession. The case in question was that of a negro charged with hefnous crime. Professor Raymond says that the negro had been placed behind the bars of the jail, and sent for him to defend him. which he agreed to do for a certain con sideration on credit.
 The day for the preliminary trial came and the Justice of the Peace for Jack sonvtlle precinct called the court to order and the negro was arraigned. Profess sor Raymond says that he was young at the bar and the only thing he could do was to waive examination and await the action of the grand jury. He says as soon as the justice granted this request the crowd arose and took the negro out and proceeded to hang him in a very orderly manner. He says he would not remain a member of a profession where the people had so little regard for the feelings of his clients.
 He removed from Jacksonville, Ala. to Jackson, Miss. and was elected to the legislature. and had the honor Of being voted for by the Democratic caucus for United States Senator. but majority of the legislature were pegroes ana he- publicans and they elected negro. Pro- lessor Raymond alludes to this as the only time in his life he ever became near being great. After twenty years or more he is thinking of re-entering politics.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
On Trial for Contempt.

Attorney W. T. Ward of the firm Of Ward & Drennen, has been on trial all day today before United S'atee9 7'''"" Thomas G. Jones on the charge of con- tempt of court. The case a. ose oul ,,l alleged effort to collect a debt against which M. v. Holt had taken advantage of the bankrucpcy law and from which he had been freed by the courts. The case was interesting and Ward is con- testing 1t strongly.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
Many Contractors in Selma.

Tomorrow the seven miles of grading on the B. S. and N. O. division of the L. and N. will be let for the purpose of strengthening the kinks and lowering the grade near Central Mills. in west Dallas
 The following contractors are now here and others are expected tomorrow: D. B. Lacy of Anniston. H. P. Mason. Lou isville. Ky; John King. Louisville. Ky. George w. Callahan. Knoxville. Tenn, and Moore Brothers of, Jasper. Ala.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
Elected Sponsor.

Miss Will Nell Lavender. formerly of Selma. but now of Rome, has been se- federate Veterans at Rome. Ga, and will probably accompany the Rome veterans to the reunion at Dallas, Tex. Miss Will Nell Lavender Is a great fayortte in Selma. where her wonderfully sweet voice has so captivated music loving persons,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
Unwarranted Impatience.
.,eo Tveninp HeraId

Syracuse Evening Herald.
 General Lucban was captured at leas five days ago but we have seen no ad- vertisement vet announcing in what mag azine his captors story will appear ex- cIusively. Why this delay7
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
Bicycle Thief Fined.

Isaac Childress. a negro. was fined s20 CT fifty days by Mayor Mcleod this morning for stealing a bicycle from MT. Duncan. one of the clerks of the Tissier Arms Company. A great many groes have been fined for stealing bicycles, but still it goes on. A negro man was fined $25 for whipping his wife. '~
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
PERIODS OF PAIN.
Miss Gertrude Williams, Chaplain of|
 Woman's Christian Association of' Detroit, and Two Other Women,
Tell How Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound
 Cures Periodic Suffering

While entirely
 nature that should suffer severely Lyd E medical It relieves the condition which Prodaess uuchd of it's terroR
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
Mrs. W. w. Pierce Dead.

Mrs Pierce. the beloved wife of Mir. W. w. Pierce. engineer at the water works. died at her residence this morn ing. She was a sister of Peter Burke. a well known engineer on the Southern Railroad. and had hosts of friends in this citN
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08

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The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08

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The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
ANOTHER VICTIM OF DUEL.
Van White, Bystander, Dies from
 His Wound.

Florence. March 7.-(Speciai.) victim was added today to the shooting affray in East Florence. Tuesday night when John Phillips killed James McPe- ters. Both men fired several shots and Van White bystander, was shot in the leg and died today. The bullet lodged in his body and could not be located. It Is not know whether McPeters or Philips shot him. He had just entered the place to get out of the rain. He was good citizen.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08

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The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
Two More Sufferers Relieved.

DEAR MHs. PrNKHAM :-I wrfto to let you know how thankful I feel toward you and your remedies. Words cannot express the benefit [ have received from Lydia E. Pink hams Vegetable Compound. I had been troubled with my periods being very irregular and painful, also suffered with my back and kidneys, but now feel like . new woman. I cheerfully recommend your remedies to any one suffering as was- "- MRs. JAMES Cox. 52s Washington St. Camden, NJ. , .
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08
Final Settlement.

STATE OF ALABAMA. Montgomery County. Probate Court, February 2S, 1902.
 Notice is hereby given that I. Lemie and I. Well, as executors of the estate or l.. Lernle, deceased. have filed their accounts. vouchers and statement in this court for q final settlement of their administration of said estate and that the 24th day of March. 1902, has been appointed for said settlement
 J. B. GASTON, sat-3t Judge of Probate.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-08

"DEAR MRs. PINKHAM had been a sufferer of suppression of the menses from girlhood, always appear ing after time and causing great pain compelling me to keep my bed. I tried number of doctors but without relief. Having read so many testi- monies about the good Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Com pound had done, I decided to try it. After using only one bottle felt much better. I continued it's use and the health and strength that l have to-day I feel l owe to you. ."-MRs. CHAs. B. GILL, i012 Winter St., Phil- adelnhia. Pa
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1902-06-19
Rsaa 1t in His Newspaper.

George Schaub, a well known Ger
man citizen of New Lebanon, Ohio,
is a constant reader of the Dayton
IOiks=estaHg. He knows that this
paper aims to advertise only the best
in its columns, and when he saw
Chamberlain s Pain Balm advertised
therein for lame back, he did not hes
itate in buying a bottle for his wife,
who for eight weeks had suffered
with the most terrible pains i'm her
back and could get no relief. He
says: After using the Pain Balm
for few days my wife said to me,
i feel as though born anew, and
before using the entire contents of
the bottle the unbearable pains had
entirely vanished and she could
again take up her household duties. "
He is very thankful and hopes that
all suffering likewise will hear of
her wonderful. recovery. This val
aable liniment is for sale by Green
well & Drury, Leonardaown.
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1902-06-19

HOW THE SMALL BOY SUCCEEDED IN
BREAKING BAD NEWS GENTLY.

What do you want, little boy?"
rs this where MIR. Upjohn lives,
una 'am?"
Yes"
"The Mr.. Upiohn that runs the
bank?"
He is an officer in the bank"
The Mr.. Upiohn that went down
town on q trolley car this morning?"
II presume he went on trolley
car. What is"
us he the Mr.. Upiohn that was
in that horrible street car accident"
Il haven't heard Of his being in
any street car accident
Didn't hear 'at he'd sprained
his ankle jumpin out o. the car
when the train run into it?"
mo, my little boy; you frighten
me. What has"
"Didnt hear how he run into a
drug store for a pieceo' court plaster
10 stick on little cut he ID got over
the eyer"
mot ut all. For mercy s sake"
He ism in, is he. ma 'am?"
mo; he's
Name 8 John U. Upjohn, ism 'tit?"
Yes, that y his name"
Then he's the same man. He
won't be here for an hour or two, |
guess, cause he's stoppin to haye
one O. his teeth frightened that got
knocked little bit loose when he
was jumpin' out o. danger, " know. /"
Little boy, tell me the whole
story. think can bear IL now. /"
well. ma Am, he 10 the hospittle
with four ribs broke an one legs
in a sling. an his nose is knocked
kind o. sideways. but he's gettin'
along all right. an he'll beout again
in about n month, an here's letter
FIN the doctor tellin' v all about Il,
ma am. Boston Traveller.