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The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26
SIGMA MI PHI ELECTS
ITS ANNUAL OFFICERS
James Henley Croxdale, of Arkansas,
Chosen Chancellor.

The first annual election Of officers Of
the Joseph II. Choate Chapter, Sigma
M Phi Fraternity. National University,
was held last night. lanes Henley
Croxdale, LIB, of Arkansas, was elect
ed chancellor; Charles R. Rowdybush,
'C4, first vice chancellor; Charles F.
Brooks 'O3. second vice chancellor;
James D. Finch. '05. recorder, and W.
A. Rutherford, '05. registrar OF the ex-
chequer.
Qualification was expressed at the
election OF Mr. Croxdale. whose abil-
ity and force of character made him
the popular choice of the. chapter. He
has been prominent in politics of his
State and is regarded as one OF the
ablest men IN the University.
At the future meeting OF officers at
large of the general fraternity 1t is
expected that the Hon. Milton E. Allies,
former Assistant Secretary of the
Treasury. will be elected lord high
chancellor.
Application for membership has been
received from the Hon. ". w. Morrow,
circuit judge of San Francisco, who
has written to express his interest in
the fraternity and the desire to establish
several chapters in California Letters
requesting membership have also been
received from William Douglass Moore
and the Hon Henry Clark Johnson.
two prominent members of the bar OF
New York city.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26

NEW YORK, June 26.-Abdul Hamtd
II. Sultan Of Turkey, has become ciu-
zen of the United States. Margaret Moo
nan, who Is responsible for this inter-
national episode. is not a princess or a
missionary. She isn't even an American
heiress.
It was as the deputy clerk in the
United States circuit court of Minnesota
that she issued the following document:
Having. to the satisfaction of the
court. produced such proofs. made such
renunciations and taken such oaths az
are required by the laws Of the United
States relating to the admission of
aliens to become citizens of the United
States. the Sultan OF Turkey was duly
admitted by the court 10 become, and
he IS accordingly, a
CITIZEN OF THE UNITED STATES.
IN testimony whereof / have here
unto set my official signature as the
clerk of the court and affixed the seal OF
said court at the city OF Minneapolis,
in the district of Minnesota, fourth d.
vision. this 30th day Of May. In the year
of our Lord one thousand nine hundred
and three. and of the independence OF
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26
ANTl-SPITTING LAW
WORKS SATISFACTORILY

The District Commissioners have re-
ceived a report from Major Sylvester
concerning the operation of the anti
splitting regulation. which was adopted
several months ago. Major Sylvester
says:
There is a decided improvement In
conditions. particularly in front OF bar
rooms. cigar stores. poolrooms, and on
street corners. No arrests have been
made since the regulation went into e.
feet. as there seems TO be a general
and strict observance OF the law. in
one precinct have 4 report that there
resides a certain class of persons who
have very little respect for the officers
warning. and I have particularly in
structed the lieutenant to see that the
regulation is duly enforced, as IT will
be everywhere should an officer in his
discretion deem such action necessary"
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26
INDUSTRIAL HOME SCHOOL
TRUSTEES REAPPOINTED

The District Commissioners have -e-
ceiyed a communication from J. Ormond
Wilson, president Of the hoard OF trus-
tees OF the Columbia Industrial Home
School. recommending that the term Of
service of Mrs. Huldah w. Blackford.
Mrs. Lucie Z. BloUnt, and Clarence b.
Rheem, as trustees OF the board, be ex-
tended three years. The terms Of these
three members viii expire on the last
day OF this month. The recommendation
has been approved by Commissioner
Mac-aTI2ud
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26
OWNERS OF CORBIN PARK
PRACTICE FORESTRY
Have Asked Help of Government Ex-
Perts to Save Trees.

The Department of Agriculture has
announced that the members Of the fam
lily of the late Austin Corbin, Of New
York, have decided to practice forestry
on the Blue Mountain Forest Park, near
Newport. IN Sullivan county. n. H. and
have asked that working plan for the
management OF the timber lands be pre-
pared by the Bureau Of Forestry Al
fred Alderman, an instructor in the Yale
Forest School, with eight men. will be
employed on the work during the sum
mer
The Blue Mountain Forest Park con-
tains 25.0o0 acres and is stocked with
variety OF wild animals. including what
is said to be the largest herd of pure
bred buffalo in this country. There are
12s head OF the animals. Besides buf-
falo the park contains wild boar from
Germany. elk, moose, and deer of sew
eral kinds.
The owners of the park wish it TO be
maintained first OF all as a game pre-
serve. but they are also anxious that
the timber be put in the best condition
possible, and for that reason have de-
cided 10 manage II according 70 princi-
pies Of forestry.
The park was established twelve years
ago by the late Austin COrbin. who pur-
chased a number Of adjoining farms,
surrounded them with a fence and stock
ed them with game. The long ridge Of
| Croydon Mountain runs through the
tract and on this ridge grows forest
composed of spruce and hardwoods. The
| spruce Is now being numbered under
forest management old pastures in the
/ tract, which are growing up to spruce.
will be studied by Mr.. Alderman and
| his party in order TO devise ways OF
| Fastening the reproduction.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26
TO PASTOR
NINTH STREET CHURCH

The congregation OF the Ninth Street
Christian Church. Ninth and d Streets
northeast. VIII give reception TO the
Rev. and Mrs. E. B. BaEby this evening
on the occasion OF their tenth wedding
anniversary. The assembly room has
been decorated for the occasion and
musical and literary program arranged.
The affair IS in charge OF the reception
committee. OF which J. ". Pratt IS chair
man. Other members 90 che CONN zee
ere Mrs. a. ". Bowen. Mrs. Gaber, Mrs.
:. G. Ellis. j. a. Sc0,t. aid r4--.--- --,.-
rison.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26
PAID PRETTY DEARLY
FOR THE FUN He HAD

II just done It for fun said Herbert
Wright. a negro boy, when Judge Scott.
in the Police Court this morning. asked
him why he plastered two pounds Of lard
over Benjamin Boyd's eyes. while the
latter was asleep near the Center Mar
ket yesterday.
well, you have a queer idea OF hu-
NOR" retorted the court. Ten dollars
fine or thirty days"
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26
HOSIERY DEPARTMENT..

Usually sold at 121ac, our Ladies'
Regular Made Fast Black HR
Hose; all sizes. Closing NJ
price OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. "
39c the former price OF 1 or
our Ladies' Lace Hose, plain ~
12lac Children's Ribbed Hose. or
all sizes; fast black; closing NJ
19c Children's Plain Black Hose;
just what you want for NA1C
vacation time; closing ~
out price. ~
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26
LOCAL MENTION.

'Muenchener" Beer Is Healthful
And invigOrating. Brcwed q finest malt and
imported Bohemian hops. doz, sl25 de-
AFered- Nat Capital Brewing Co. Phone 222
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26
GUILTY OF LARCENY.

George c. Johnson was found guilty
OF housebrealNing and petit larcency,
yesterday. in Criminal Court No. l,
before Justice Pritchard. The prisoner
was remanded for sentence.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26
JAILED IN BRIDAL GOWN.

WORCESTER. Mass. June 26.-Mary
TrabeIsy, fourteen. and Frank Massad,
twenty-three. were arrested Wednesday
night while on their way 10 be married.
The girl was in her wedding gown. She
is charged with stealing $500 from her
parents, and the young man with abduc-
tim
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26
BOYS HAVE GOOD TINE
At THIS PLAYGROUND
Plenty of Apparatus for
Their Amusement.
PLACE KEPT OPEN ALL DAY
Philanthropic Men and Women Origin
ators of Observation-Disclosures
Desired to Extend Operations.

A committee of citizens, of which Cuno
II. Rudolph is chairman. has established
a playground for boys on the large
vacant lot on Seventh Street, between
" and y Streets southwest. See-saws,
giant strides, two teeter ladders. four
swings. a horizontal bar, an inclined
ladder, n sliding ladder, and sand
box fourteen feet square have been set
up and the grounds are inclosed by a
high fence. No admission is charged.
and every younEster who wants to play
is let in. The grounds are open from
Q in the morning to o'clock of an even
ing. and the playthings are kept busy
all day long.
The idea is new in Washington, though
it has been put into operation in a num-
Der of other cities. Harbormaster SUIT
ton keeps a watchful eye on the play
ground during the day and there is al
ways a policeman near of an evening.
These precautions to insure order are
hardly necessary. for the crowd of lit5le
fellows is unusually well-behaved.
More Money Needed.
The persons in charge Of the play
ground are anxious TO obtain conJri-
buttons to keep it going. The following
committee is associated with Mr.. Ru-
dolph. who is chairman: ]. B. Sleman
| jT.. treasurer: Miss c. J. Van Trump
/ secretary; Major John Biddle, Col. T. F.
Symonds. Major Sylvester, Commodore
Sutton. W. Riley Decide. NJ. B. Rideout
c. F. Nesbit. Charles F. Weller, Mrs
Ellen Spencer Mussey, Miss E. A. Hyde
and Charles F. Weller.
The following have contributed to the
playground fund: An Anonymous
Friend, 5000; Mrs. N s. B. Forsythe. IS:
/ Hon. H. B. F. Macfarland. s.; Miss a. c.
Koerper. 81; John W. Douglass. IS; Cuno
/ H. Rudolph. 81; Lyman L. Pierce, So; DR..
/ William c. Woodward, s.; c. +. Nesbit
So; John B. sleman. IT.. s.; From Neigh
/ borhood House Playground Fund, $50;
w. T. Galliher. IS; E. w. Grafton. SO; W
Riley Decide. 3d. Hon. B. II. Warner
! so. Total, $3.50.
Material Donated.
! Some Of the material necessary to build
apparatus was donated by Church &
| Stephenson and Rudolph. West & Co
Miss L. NJ. Solger sent double swing
Great credit is due Prof. A. Z. Craig
of the Armstrong Manual Training
School, who has given great deal of his
time in planning the arrangement Of the
grounds on NJ Street. Delaware Avenue
and First Street southwest, and Drocur-
ing the help Of the neighbors to erect the
/ apparatus. He hopes by his own effort'
TO obtain sufficient funds TO install {
swimming pool
The committee viii inspect tn,
grounds and apparatus on NJ Street, be,
tween Sixth and Seventh Streets south
west, at $3.50 ?. N. tomorrow, and thel
repair 10 the Office of Harbormaster SUIT
ton. where the regular meeting Will b.
held.
The Washington times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1902-1939, 1903-06-26
OUR CLOTHING DEPARTMENT
NOW HOLDS TIE LEAD.

Prices even lower than manufac-
turers have ever quoted.
800, 900 worth Of Clothing 70 be sold
IN two weeks. All our q - IN
$40 suits, price at closing N1eWH
out sale. ~ Jaw
$14 Suits of serges, c. 40
Clays and Fancy Wors- y VhE
teds. closing out price. ~ sVV
1000 Tailor-made Suits. latest
styles, cut. and finish q A m
Of the best. Closing out NYtVI
price. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. VOsOO
Mems good working Trous- orr
ers; former price $50 and MT
81. Closing at.................O w
All our 81 and s. Pants in checks,
stripes, and a variety Of CO IN
o materials 1s,d must sell at SZ.JU
CLOSING SAFE .'........ ...s ~ - ~
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08
AGNOSTIC CALMLY
 AWAITS HIS DEATH
Resolved to Die He Refused All FOod--Had Selected ~.a Tombstone and Epitaph--Cr of
 |. A. Thornton.
L. A. lnOTnt0n.

dancing, and he was put out or the church. Smarting under the punishment he. got hold of the writings or Ihomas Payne and Voltaire, formulating TOT himself a creed which Is possibly pest expressed on his tombstone. He IS sur vived by his wife and eight cnlloren' none of whom share their fathers bener' some of them indeed going almost to the other extreme in religious opinion
 As a man, MT. Thornton was umver- sally respected. He was always ia" abiding, peaceable man and was 'kno"n to be a good neighbor. He endeaVoreo to live up to his statement: Tn hfe' 10 get good, we ust do good" He was rather an eccentric man, but ms eccen- tricities were at no mans expense. He and his OK team were well known sights on the streets of Clanton. and he habitually used a long corn stalk as walking stick. He was an indefaugable walker. and has several times Of late years walked down younger and stronger men who wished to contest his powers. He would leave them behind with chuckle. and when they appeared to De worn out. he would be as fresh as ever.
 The funeral took place from the resi- dence Saturday morning. MT. Ihorn- ton had asked Dr. Joseph Smith Of Bir- mingham. to come and read over the grave an address composed by MT. Thornton. Dr. Smith declined. however. stating that he was unable to come on account of his own ailments. Tnere were, theerfore, no services at the grave.
 Mir. Thornton left post mortem direc- dons which bore out his reputation Tor ecentricity. He ordered that the coffin should not cost more than $6. When the box was put in the ground, man whom he had hired before he went to bed for the last time, was to stamp the earth firmly into the grave with maui until within a foot of the surface, this was to be filled in with rich earth and grass was to be planted there in. On no account was the usual mound to be raised above him. as he distinctly did not wish one.
 With the loss of MT. Thornton, Clanson loses a good citizen, who although he was eccentric was a gentleman from the heart, and who despite his eccentricities and religious beliefs had no enemies and a large number of friends.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08

To the men who have tried every known gsmedy to revive their waning power or lost manhood. and nave given up in de-
 spair. the Anessage of pr. A. E. Robinson of the State Medical Institute. the world famed physician in the weaknesses and diseases Of men, comes as most blessed xromise. To the doctor no weak man Is apcurable. With the wonderful treatment that he has discovered any sexual weak ness disappears as if by magic. The normal functions are restored quickly anf positively. Men who have mourned their loss of power and manly strength ard after repeated trials of many rem edies and famous physicians. have aban- dcned all hope, have. with this remark able treatment, been in a few short days Doasesssd of a splendid. vigorous vital kty. It gives the power of the mature man. reinforced with all the buoyancy, apsTit and vigorous vitality of youth. The snmediate effect of the remedy is to send a rich, tingling flood of warm blood di- rect to the paralyxed nerves, awakening 4nsm to active and healthy life. It is nome treatment that has cured so many men who have for years battled against Che terrible mental and physical suffer- Ifng of lost manhood, that the State Med icsl Institute of which Dr. Robinson Is '4Ne dean, has decided to distribute free kraal packages to all men who write. It
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08

How can the Red Cross doctors afford to give their services, treatment and medicines FREE tell you. The treatment Is original with them and the best in the world. It has been proven in thousands of cases that are well and happy today from having used it and in order to quickly introduce themselves and their won derful treatment to the public the Red Cross Doetors make this generous 9fsr of TEN FURNISHED to show the people just what good they can do. In the Red Cross Institute qualified under the State laws men of expert ence and learning. It is not safe to experi- ment with Doctors in name only.
 The opportunity of a lifetime is NOW. If you are sick; If you are not the man you ought to be; if you are not the woman you would like to be; the young lady with hollow. sunken have been treated without any benefit don't pay out any more money. but STOP NOW and tako advantage of generous offer made by tho Red Cross Doctors They want every sick man. woman and child in Montgomery to test free of all charge for ten days this wonder1ui system of healing and note it's marvellous er- feet; then, if you can conscientiousy do so. send your friends to the Red Cross Doctors that they, too, may find relief from their sui, ferinRs What is more fair than this offer? All you have to do is to apply at their offices in the MOSES BUILDING on or before Feb
 10th Don't listen to any one who tells you that we are only advertising Doctors and will be here only a short tme or that we m Ike YOURSELF; don't let others think fo~ you
 You can never know what we can do until you come and talk with us and see for yourselves
 and our offer of free treatment and free medicine for TEN DAYS PROVES THAT WE HAVE CONFIDENCE IN WHAT WE CAN
 DO OR WE COULD NOT MAKE IT. NOW
 Is your chance; apply at once; don't wait
 until the last minute. Don't allow ""u self to be ''worked'' If Doctor deceives you. he is not worthy of your confidence and patronage.
 To deceive a sick person is one of the greatest
 of crimes and 1t is your duty to expose 1t to your friends.
 If the Red Cross Doctors cannot cure you they will frankly tell you so. and save your spending money uselessy.
 Remember. the Red Cross Doctors treat and cure all forms of Catarrh. Cancer, Asthma. | Rheumatism, Paralysis. Piles, Blood and Skin Diseases. and Male and Female Weakness. The chief consulting physician is in personal charge.
 Special Notice Patients living out of the | city who unable to call. will be given ad- l vice and particulars hy mail if they win ad- | dress RED CROSS MEDICAL INSTITUTE, Moses Building Montgomery. Ala. office \ Hours. 8 a. m till 7;3o ?. Sms tu-fr-su
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08

restores all men who suffer with any form of sexual weakness. resulting from youthful folly. premature loss of strength and memory. weak back, varicocele, or cancellation of parts, and 1t cures at home permanently, quickly and positively. It gives warmth, strength and development just where it Is needed, and cures at once and forever all the ills and troubles that come of years of misuse of the func- tions, for 1t has been an absolute success in all cases. A simple request to the State Medical Institute, NS0 Elektron Building. Ft. Wayne. Ind. will bring you one of these free trial packages, in a plain wrapper without any marks to Identify It's contents or where 1t comes from. The Institute has had so many inquiries from men who are unable to leave home or their business to be treat ed, that 1t has perfected this splendid home treatment and sends 1t in free trial packages to all parts of the world to show how easy and simple 1t is to be cured at home of any sexual weakness when this marvellous new sexual tonic is employed. The Institute makes no re- strichons, and any man who writes is entitled to this trial of wonderful rem edy absolutely free. Those who write need have no fear of any publicity as the State Medical Institute Is an old es- tablished institution, licensed by the State for fifty years.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08

Clanton, Feb. 7.-(Special.)-On the afternoon of Thursday, February 9th. Mir. L. A. Thornton, one Of the oldest residents of this place, died after await
 ing death more or less patiently for the past two months Mir. Thornton was in his 9th. year and until shortly be- fore his death he was always active and seemed to be in the best of health.
 Late last fall. MT. Thornton, feeling that 1t was time for him to die went to the cemetery here and fenced off a lot for his own use. Then he went out into the country and got a large boulder. which he intended to use for headstone. Upon this he wished to have an inscrip- ton cut, but when the marble cutter came to cut the inscription 1t was decided that the stone would not serve the purpose and granite boulder was substituted. Upon this was carved the following:
 '"ro my neighbors and friends, am an Agnostic, knowing not. of future life, nor of the numberless Gods of man s edge, I cannot possibly have a duty to these Gods. In life. to get good, we must do good. There is no other way.
 LEANDER ALONZO THORNTON,
 Died and Buried Here.
 When this had been done, MT. Thorn ton went to bed. calmly announcing that 1t was time for him to die. and that he firmly intended to die. Nothing could dissuade him from this purpose. He ceased to eat and when he discovered that the doctors were giving him nourish- ment in the shape of white of9an egg dissolved in water, he ceased drinking water even. For long weeks he courted death. he wished for it to come. and it came at last on Thursday.
 MT. Thornton was born near Opelika, Ala, fin the year 1926. He came to Clan ton in 1872. shortly after the establish nent of this place, and has lived here ever since. For time he was in the mercantile business, but recently was engaged in farming near here
 MT. Thornton, as indicated by his epitaph was an agnostic. He said that at one time he was a consistent mem Der of the Methodist Church. but at one time he happened to go to dance. He took no part in the dancing, but stood at the door. looking on. This was taken by the church, of which he was a mem- Der, as an indorsement and approval n,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08
EXTENSION OF OFFICES.
Two Officials Oppose Legislative
 Action.

Action.
 Editor The Advertiser:
 Having been approached by a number or citizens as to our position in regard to the bill now before the Legislature ex- tending the terms of the Collectors, As- sessors, County Treasurers and Superin- tendents of Education for three years, we desire to say through the columns of your paper that We are opposed to the exten- sion, as we can see no good reason for this course. If we cannot get an endorse ment from the people, we shall not appeal to the Legislature to continue us in of flee. Very respectfully,
 A. H. Eubank,
 Tax Assessor.
 Geo. w. Halls, adv. Tax Collector
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08
MOST EXTRAORDINARY OFFER
And tho Gre atsst Ever Made 10 the Sick and Afflicted of
 Montgomery.

Treatment and Medicine Absolutely Free for 10 Days Only. All who call at the offices of the Red Cross Medical Institute, second floor, Moses Building, on or before Feb ruary 10th will be given Ten Days Treatment and Medicine Furnished Absolutely Free of Charge
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08
CHRIsTIAM scIENCE.

First Church of Christ Scientist holds It's regular Sunday morning services at II O clock. Wednesday night testimonial meeting at $50. Sunday school at 9:30 af. m Reading room IS 1-2 South Perry Street, open daily from 10 a. m. to l n m All are invited
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08
Il a. m; and 7:S0 p. m. by the pastor. Sun
 sy school at $50 a. m

Dexter Avenue Baptist Church-Preach- tng at Il a. m and p. m. by Rev. B. J. Carter. D. D., of Selma.
 Old Ship. A. M. E. Zion Church. II comb Street.-Rev. c. H. Smith, D. D.. pastor Preaching at Il a. m. and 7:SO p. m by Rev. A. J. Rodgers, Presiding Elder; quarterly conference.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08
coLoRED CHURHEs.

School, 9:3O a. m, Miss Edith w. Carrot Superintendent. Preaching at Il IT Teachers meeting. 3:SO p. m; Y. P. s. c. E., p. m. Preaching D. m. J. P. Sims. B. D.. pastor.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08

Pollard Street A. M. E. 2. Church. Rev. l.. D. Workman, pastor. Preach Ing at Il a. m. and 7:30 p. m. Class meet ing Monday and Friday nights. Sunday School at g a. m., G. W. Wilmington, Su- perintendent.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08
BAPTIST.

First Baptist Church, Rev. c. A. Sts ke- ly, D. D., pastor; residence g Wilkinnop Street; telephone 37S-Preaching at Il n m. and 7:3O p. m. Sunday school at s:3O a. m, M. Cody, Superintendent. Baptist Young Peoples Union Sunday evening at 6:30 o'clock. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 7:30 o'clock.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-02-08

St John A. NJ. F. Church, Madison Avenue.-W. B. Johnson. A. M., pastor. Pl eaching at Il a. m. and 80 D. m Sun day School at 9:30 a m. Prof. J. M. Moore. Superintendent. Christian Endeavor al i30 D. m.