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The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
The Newc of Selma.

ing and popular young ladies that have visited Selma and she won many friends and admirers during her stay here.
 Emile schweizer left this afternoon for New Orleans. where he will remain a week. He will afterwards visit relatives In Mobile.
 Sam KaImarnortz will leave tomorrow for Pensacola. where he will enjoy the Mardi Gras festivities.
 The steamer Nettie Quill arrived from Mobile at 1 o'clock and returned a few hours later.
 L. Berish will leave tomorrow for New Orleans, where he will remain during the carnival
 Ed Kyser has announced his intention of giving swimming lessons in the nata- torium.
 s. A. Reynolds, a prominent citizen of Minter, was in Selma today
 L. K. Benson of Birmingham Is regis tered at the Hotel Albeit.
 Hon. J. Craig Smith, Treasurer of Ala bama. is in the city.
 Hon. B. M. Miller of Camden is in the city
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
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Selma, Feb. Fl. F. M. Brazleton, who disappeared mys. his relatives by his inexplicable absence. was found eafiy this morning on the bank of Buck Crek, whither he had gone to escape imagined danger. He was found by W. M. Suttle, who brought him to the city.
 When found by Mir. suttle Mir. Brazle- ton was in a thicket. He had his bicycle with him and when he first saw MT. suttle started to ride away, but he was dissuaded from this attempt and came Mir. frasieton seems to be suffering from temporary mental Arrangement. Several weeks ago he reported to the police that he had been assaulted and rob- burned. He was greatly frightened and said his life had been threatened.
 He accused Harrison Hill, Estes Tlp- ton and John Bibb, colored, Of having burned his barn, but these three men have been released as MT. Brazleton has was no evidence against them.
 MT. Brazleton was in constant fear that they would murder him and 1t Is probable this terror affected his brain. He left and as hour after hour passed and he did not return, his continued absence caused alarm In his family and Chief of Police K. T. Walters was asked to assist In finding him. All of last night two officers were searching the city, but no trace of him could be found and 1t was not until MT. Suttie arrived with MT. Brayieton this morning that anxiety was allayed.
 Mir. Brazleton's mother was much af- fected by her sons disappearance and last night was near to nervous prostra- tion.
 MT. Brazleton was taken to his home on Selma Street this morning and was given medical attention. He was suf- fering acutely from the result of hunger and exposure as he was in the woods all of yesterday and last night.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
rhs nixie Club's aerman.

The members of the Dixie Club and their friends enjoyed a delightful dance at the Hotel Albert last evening. The german was gracefully led by B. k. How ard and Miss Anna Chambliss of Wash ineton. Those present were B. R. How ard and Miss Anna Chambliss. Dan Haynes and Miss Laura McAlpine, Miles Watkins of Faunsdale and Miss Reed of Birmingham. Ed Graham and Miss Nancy Johnston of Birmingham. Munroe Jones and Miss Octavia LeVert Nelson, k. D. Walker and Miss Mattie Jones, w. P. Welch Jr., and Miss Sarah Morgan, Hen ry Jones and Miss Mary Ella Wooisey, Dan Mitchell and Miss Jean Hooker, F. N. Scott and Miss Mary Boggs, Victor Picard and Miss Kate Jones, Herbert Kyger and Miss Ootavia Lauderdale. Bruce Craig and Miss Permelia Jones, Joe Kyser and Miss Hattie Lamar, James Craig and Miss Grace Solomon of Ralti- mCIe. Joe Baker and Miss Minna Atkins, Bowie Smith and Miss Cohen of Sheffield, JC hn Robbins and Miss Lee Ogietree of Uniontown, H. H. Hudson and Miss Gray of Oak Hill, s. A. Fowlkes and Miss Nell Mcl<innon, Walter Cook and Miss Alex ina Wilkins of Faundsdale Paul Stewart. A. J. Atkins. Arthur Stewart of Marion, Harry Mckee of Faunsdale, Brown of Faur sdale, MT. and Mrs. A. NJ. David sen, MT and Mrs. John Bragg Beers, MT. and Mrs. Preston Bennett, Mrs. J. B. Howard, Archie Howard.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
IF WE DIDN'r-1F YOU DION T


 If we didn't know our business, and how to handle it successfully, we would hire somebody who d.d. If you didn't know that it was tr your interest to be patron of ours, and that we could serve you much more to your satisfaction, you would go elsewhere.
 If we didn't know that we c5u4 supply your wants for everything in our line, to the Queens taste, we wouldn't tell you 50.
 If you don't know that we are the only concern in the city that Is suf- ficiently equipped to give you pure Milk, Cream. Butter, etc., you evil dently don't come round uur way. If we didn't know that we could afford to serve you with the best the market affords, and at profit, we would go out of business.
 If you don't visit our plant and let us show you through, and it is al. ways our pleasure to do so, you are not doing your duty. If you don't know that we can and will do all these things, you are not a customer of ours.
 City Creamery Co.,, Phone 1112. 13 Monroe St.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
FUNERALS IN TUSKEGEE.
Two Bodies Carried There for Inter.
 ment.

ment
 Tuskegee, Feb. 21.-(Special) 1.-The re- mains of Peter R. McKensie. an old and worthy citizen of Tuskegea. were brought here last Thursday for intetment.
 MT. McKensie was the father of ex Mayor Peter McKensie of Eufaula and Forest McKensie of Elraore County. Hc was well thought of by the older citizens of the town, who learn of his death with regret
 By request of the deceased, the funeral services were conducted by the Masons The remains of Mrs. w. E. Douglas reached here ast night from Birmingham and were laid at rest in the cemetery this morning, Rev. Henry T. Johnston conducting the funeral services.
 Mrs. Douglass and family moved from Tuskegee to Birmingham a few years ago. after having spent the greater part or her life here, where she had many friends, who grieve at her death and deeply sympathlze with the family
 The Baptist congregation has csIIed Rev Dr.. Province of East Lake to taka chafge or the church here. pr. P:3vtnre Will preach his first sermon tomorrow and will have a large congregation, as no Church. -0'houist
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
Bloodhounds to Be Bought.

Dallas County is to purchase blood hounds to be used in catching escaped criminals and fugitives from justice.
 Two years ago the State Legislature passed an act empowering the Commits sioners of each County in Alabama 10 Court of Revenues of Dallas County will be asked to make use of this law. sher- iff F. M. Blackwell and Chief of Police B. T. Walters will ask the County ana and training the dogs which will be used jointly by the municipal and the County
 The dogs are badly needed and would be of great advantage in bringing hiring CTS of the law before the courts and In capturing prisoners who had escaped from jaIl. Many crimes have recently been committed where the perpetrators escaped whose capture would have been easy If good hounds had been available
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
Baker Runs for City Clerk.

A. B. Baker Sr.. has announced himself as a candidate for the office of City Clerk to succeed City Clerk H. H. Stewart, who Is a candidate for reelection.
 MT. Bakers announcement was sur prise to the majority of people, but he is expected to make a strong race. It was thought Mir. Stewart would have no opposition. because of his popularity, and good record during the time he has served as city clerk.
 The office of City Clerk Is the gnly one of the "blg offices" for which there are more than one candidate and the contest will probably be one of the most interest ing in the campaign.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
DOUBLE RUNAWAY MARRIAGE
Athens Social Circles are Treated tc
 a Surprise.

Athens. Feb. 21.-(Special.) )-Athens was treated a surprise Thursday evening when it was announced that two of our popular young couples had driven five miles in the country to the home of Rev W T. Cobbs and had been united in marriage by one ceremony. They were Avis Henderson. county surveyor, and Miss Otto Ecke-berger. one of. the most talented young women of tnis section and John F. Gray and Miss Madge Hen derson. sister of MT. Henderson. The narents of none of the contracting par ties were aware of the approaching event and when they left for drive it was not supposed that matrimony was in their winds They returned about dusk and when they drove to the home of Perry Henderson. father of two of the party and announced that they were married, the surprise of the parents was great.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
Rev Teigo Fushida to Speak.

Rev Teigo Fushida of Chofu, Japan. will occupy the pulpit of the First Bap- tist Church tomorrow morning. Rev. Mir. Fushida Is a man of unusual learn ing and intelligence and his lecture IS ex- pected to be of much interest.
 On Thursoay evening he delighted a large congregation at the First Method ist Church with an account of his conVer- sion and with sketch of life In his na- tive country. x.,,-
 During his visit to Selma Rev Fushida is the guest of Rev. J. l.. Gross, pastor of the First Baptist Church.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
Turkish Luxury

class exercises at the A. P. l. yesterday were unusually interesting and well at tended. President H. M. Younge, of Pen sacola, Fla, presided Cadet Caddell, of Gadsden. read an interesting history of the class of 1903. F. R. Taboe, the class poet. read a poem. J. R. Searcy, of Evergreen, delivered the oration. and W. l.. Thornton. class prophet read a very interesting and humorous prophecy for his fellow students. The speeches and papers were good and were well delivered.
 The A. P. l. cadet band played a nnm- Der of good selections.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
aravson Not a Candidate.

c. c. Grayson announced today he would not be candidate for the mayoral-
 q shall hold to my original intention of keeping out of the race" MT. Grayson said ., -
 MT. Grayson has been importuned by many voters to become a candidate and at one time 1t was thought he would con sent to oppose V B. Atkins Tor the office
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
River Rises slightly.

The Alabama River continued to rise slowly last night and this morning and at noon today was six inches higher than yesterday. The rise Is caused by the de- cline of floods in the headwaters of the Alabama and probably will not be of long duration or serious consequence.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
NEGRO SENTENCED TO HANG.
Tom Barsh Found Guilty of Murder
 in We6owee.

wedowee, Feb 1.-(special)-Circuit Court adjourned today. Quite a large amount of business was transacted l"o important murder cases were tried one m which Tom Barsh. Josh Pinkard and John Robertson. all negroes. were charged With the murder of Willie Birdsong, col1red. about the first of December. lsOS. Insy went to the house of the mother or the nroT,I acIo,,sIy into the bed and furniture. Killing the boy. who was in bed. WlIne RirdsonR was about years of age. The 1urv returned a verdict of guilty as
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
Freight Trains Collide.

There was a collision between two freight trains near Ashby on the South ern Railway last night. The trains were going in the same direction when the one in the rear ran into the caboose or the preceding one. No one was injured, but traffic was delayed several hours.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
City Court of Selma.

The City Court of Selma will convene Monday morning at Il o'clock. Judge Mabry presiding. The cases against Tom and Will Tpton and Enoch Alston are set for Monday and those against Cicero Webb and Tom Cooper for Thurs day. All the defendants are negroes charged with murder.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
Real Estate Transfers.

The following transfer of real estate has been flied in the Probate Court; a Iot 10 by 75 feet on Hardy and Maxey Streets: consideration, $3I5.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
Miss Louise Mueller Entertains.

Miss Louise Mueller entertained few friends delightfully."- last evening which was pleasantly passed with cards and dorninos. Those present were Miss Ada Keeble Miss Kate Milhous, Miss Flora KorneRay, John Swann, Ed. Keeble, Hec Russell and George Swift
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
R. l.. PeniCk, ITO Dexter Ave. Montgomery Ala Phone 43

charged, and fixed the punishment of John Robertson and Josh Pinkard at con- fnement in the penitentiary for life, and sentenced Tom Barsh to hang. judge Denson fixed the date of the execution for April 10.
 The other case was against Bob Cosper, Robert Cosper and Henry Winchester, all colored, charged with the murder of Ulysses Leverett, colored. The jury re- turned a verdict of guilty as charged against the two Cospers, and of murder in the second degree against Henry Win chester. The punishment was fixed at life in the penitentiary for Bob and Rob ert Cosper, and twenty-five years in the penitentiary for Henry Winchester.
 The passing of sentence upon Tom Barsh was witnessed by a large number of people, and was the first occurrence of Its kind in the history of Randolph County.
 Another shooting occurred in this County last night at Murphy's Mill, about i've miles south of Wedowee. It seems that some one called a negro to his gate and upon his reaching the gate a shot was fired at him killing him. The name of the negro has not been ascertained. It Is not known who did the shooting.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
FOR, SALE

Entire stock cf merchandise for merly at Pike ,ad, Ala. For full particulars, address or call on,
 L. Steiner, as Trustee,
 care Steiner, Lobman & Frank.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

A, cottonseed oil mill is assured for Fort Deposit in the near future. The promot- CTS have met with every encouragement It Is confidently predicted that bank and fertilizer factory will immediately fol- low.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
Y. M. c. A. AT NEW DECATUR
Building Will Be Erected at a Cost o,
 8oO ono

New Decatur, Feb. 1.-tspeciall-New Decatur is to have a Y. M. c. A. build ing or the latest and most up-to-date de- sign. The building is to cost S2O 0o0 and will be erected in the central part of the town. where it can be conveniently reach cd by the street cars from all parts of the city. ~ '7 oA ''i'
 The Louisville and Nashville Railroad Company is backing the enterprise finan- cially to the extent of s15 GOO towards thc erection of the building, and still also give a good sum each year. The city is to raise the remaining s, 900. At a meet ing of the Commercial Club last night a committee of leading business men was appointed to raise this money.
 The Decatur Land Company has donat- erected. Besides a library. baths and athletic department, there will be a first class restaurant and hospital.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

A bill establishing a dispensary here has passed both houses of the LeGisla- ture, having been introduced by Senator Joseph Norwood. The town has tried pro- hibition, blind tigers, and saloons. and finally came to the conclusion that n dispensary would be the solution of a vexing question.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

W. W. Johnson and Miss Alice Nordan. two prominent young persons of this town, were married last Wednesday night. The affair was very quiet and quite a surprise to their many friends.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

Several parties of sight-seers will at- tend the carnlvals. among them A. F.. Brooks and son Vaughn, L. k. Golson, Captain John Golson and J. F. Ililery.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
Peoples' Bank Increases Capital.

At a meeting of the stockholders of the Peoples Bank of Selma this morning 1t was resolved that the capital stock Of the bank should be increased from $5O.OOO to $lO0.O 900.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

Do you remember the Dots, The Dots. the Dottie Dots2 There shall be new Dots TOT Dsttie Contestants to Dot for. adW-2t.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

( The auction sale of the Goetter property has been postponed and will not take place Monday as here tofore advertised.
 Holt 6 Strauss.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

The final game of a series of class games Of foot ball was played yesterday after noon on the campus between the seniors and juniors, the juniors winning. This victory gives the juniors the college championship for this season.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

Great big Gold Dollars for little bits of tiny Dots. Did you ever make Dots for Dollars2 adv-st.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
SENIOR GLASS EXERCISES.

Meeting at Auburn Unusually In
 teresting and Well Attended.
 Auburn, Feb 21-(Spe daL)-Th senior
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

The scholarship given by J. c. Street, of Annlston, is to be known as the J. T. Dunklin scholarship in honor of the dis tinguished educator who was for many years a popular and beloved professor in the college at Auburn. Professor Dunk lin was the father of Mrs. Street
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

City politics Is warming up, the chief interest centering in the race for Mar shal. The present incumbent. J. J. Tiller, is being opposed by g. Kirkland. It is very likely, however. that there will be a lively contest In each ward for Aldermen.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

Roby Lee the 9-year-old son of Circuit Clerk J. A Williams, was painfully in- 1ured today by the accidental discharge of shot gun. The little fellow was about mile from home. He was brought in and his wounds dressed. The load entered the stomach and face, tearing the body very seriously injured. out is receiving every attention possible.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

Two of Eutaw's churches are without pastors. The Eplscopanan and Chris tian. The members hope, ere long, to secure the services of able dlvines.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

Misses Mamie and Elizabeth Griffin en- tertained the Thursday Club Thursday afternoon. The games were exciting and After a close contest, Miss Mary Grimmett succeeded in winning the first prize and Miss Ella Read of OpcIika fhis consolation.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
Local and Personal.

A Fir ski. one of Selma's most popular travelling men. has returned home after a pleasant and successful business trip. Mir ZInski reports a brisk trade in North Alabama.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

The news of the accidental killing near It. Gaines. Ga. of Jim Speight by his friend and bosom companion. Green, was received with genuine regret by the friends of both families. It seems that several young men were out at a dove shoot when the tragedy occurred. Young speight called to his friend to shoot a bird, he being out of shells, and as Green fired, Speight arose from hIs stepping posture receiving the entire load in the head. Young Green IS nearly crazed over the horrible accident.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

T. Fushida, a Japanese convert, recent ly delivered here a unique and entertain ing lecture on the customs of his coun- try.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
ILLNESS OF MIR. WARD.
Much Anxiety Felt by His Friends
 In Abbeville.

Abbeville. Feb. H.-(Special)-The seri- oous illness of Hon. John B. Ward, who is in an inlrmary at Montgomery. Is causing much anxiety to his host or friends. His wife left Wednesday night fin response to a telegram. and is now at his bedside It is sincerely hoped that he will soon be restored to his accustomed good health. Mayor Newman, his brother in-law, is also an anxious watcher over the sick man.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

Miss Nancy Johnston. who has been the guest of friends in the city, left this af- ternoon for her home in Birmingham. Miss Johnston is one of the most charm
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

When you have nothing else to do, think of the Dots that are coming, Dots will be introduced to you soon; watch us.
 adV-3t
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

Mir. J. G. Andrew, who happened to an accident last week, IS able to be at his post of duty at the Bank of Lafayette al- though he Is earring his arm in a sling.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

When the Dots begin to come, Things will have to hurry and hum, Dots that will make you hustle some, Dots that will prove conundrum adV-3t
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

When a man is in love with a woman he listens tb every word she says.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
Will Moi neclara Martial I.aw.

VI TIT INV ~0oN1tF4O 4R-tl4 t4l<A 111sWs
 The Hague, Feb. H.-The report that martial law will be proclaimed on Mon- day at Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague and 4t other points has been de- nied officially.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22
MONUMENT TO PELHAM.
Ladies of Jacksonville Raising
 Money to Erect One.

Money 10 ErecC One.
 Jacksonville, Feb. 19-(Special)-The John H. Forney Chapter, Y. D. C., of this place, gave an oyster supper last night at the Iron Queen Hotel and raised the sum of $23 This added to sums hereto fore raised by John Forney Chapter. makes about $200 so far contributed to- ward the building of a suitable monument to the famous artillerist, John Pelham whose body lies in the cemetery here.
 It has been stated in public meetings and in the press that John Pelham's grave lies in a neglected cemetery unmarked and uncared for. This is not true in either particular The cemetery of Jack sonvile in which repose the bodies of many men of Alabama, illustrious in Its history, both in war and peace. Is a beautiful spot, well cared for. Pelham grave is marked by il modest stone and receives a loving care always at the hands of the people. It Is true that the stone which marks the last resting place of John Pelham is not commensurate with his fame or his deserts. Such a monument would be beyond the means of a town the size of Jacksonville, but such as the town can build it will build, with or without outside help-something beauti- ful and tasteful-since the refined and patriotic women of Jacksonville nave taken the matter up.
 Of the $200 so far raised S43 has been contributed from the outside, as follows: Selma Chapter, Selma, $5; Pelham Chap 
 Huntsville $1: Dixie Chapter Montgom- cry, BIO; Cradle Confederacy Chapter, Montgomery $5; Miss Kate Cunningham, Birmingham, SIP,
 As soon as 1t becomes general known throughout the State that the ladies of Jacksonville have taken up this patriotic work, subscriptions will flow in from all over Alabama, for John Pelhams fame belongs not only to Calhoun County. but to Alabama and the South as well. Mrs. Annie Daugette is the secretary and treas urer of John Forney Chapter of Jack eonville and any contributions sent to her will be added to the Pelham monu- ment fund.
 This community Is in the throes of stock law election for the precinct which includes Jacksonville and much territory in the country; but so far the contest has been good natured. The result will, no doubt. be close. since both sides claim @ victory in sight. The election Will Occur on FebruaTV 2S.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

Nth by the pupils of the music and elo- cution departments of the college. Miss Ina Henry and Mrs. Mary Craft Ward, teachers of the respective departments, are recognized as artists in their work, and Abbevillians deem 1t quite a pleas ure to attend their recitals.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

See Knowles ad. on Page B for particu- lars of the big cut on Mems Fine Shoes. adv.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

But little farm work. so far, has been done In this county, with few days of sunshine the farmers will be busy turn ing up the soil. preparatory to planting a large croD.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

Large qualities of fish. mostly Buffalo, are caught In the river by nets, and ship ped to other points for market.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-22

Near DanVille just over the county line rick fell into an open fire place and was so badly burned that she lived only a few hours. She was the wife of a we'll to-do farmer.