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The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16
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caused this unseemly interruption. A hoary-headed philosopher was observed slowly making his way toward the ros- trum Raising his hand he again shouted in a sonorous voice, 'IIoldv'
 With slow but stately step the old man made his way to the rostrum and faced the audience which was now gaz- ing at him in growing astonishment. This novel is a fraud" he cried T have searched deeply in the annals of mankind and have unearthed a real his- torical novel, The stuff Sir Epax Is boastngly reoounting to you is not his own composition, but was written by Miss Suzanne Spinks, noted author of the primeval days who wrote this book dur ing her spare moments in the intervals when she was not waiting on guests in twenty-cent restaurant. The original was entitled ITO Have and to Keep and I have here in my hand proof of my statements"
 These words were uttered in a vehe- ment manner and as the old man spoke he darted fierce glanees toward the hapless Epax who stood covering before him. Proof was unnecessary One glance at that wild, staring countenance, that trembling figure, was enough to re- veal to the Englanian philosophers that they had been sorely duped. With a mighty howl they swooped down on Epax His fate was sealed. Their ecsta- sy was changed into fury. Willing hands siezed the frightened philosopher and he was hustled out of the otala. His fate was soon decided. The tribunal of Petrax sentenced him to be fired into space from the muzzle of one of the citys great chemical guns.
 When the news of the approaching ex- ecution became noised abroad many thousands gathered on the public plaza to witness the end of Epax. With a ter rife intonation the gun was discharged and the body of Epax, perfectly intact, was sent hurlng out into space where, so far as the Englanians know, 1t drifted until the end of the world.
 It was proved conclusively that the his torical novel of Epax was q gross im-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16
BY PAUL COOK.

when he was interrupted by an exclama- tion from Colonel Toliver.
 !" 'Gadzooks cried the latter, Mistress Margery hath promised me the honor of a minuet but informs me that she dances with that hound Geoffry Bridlebane of Winchester Methinks we shall cross sword points before the night o'er.'
 " It would do thee little honor to soil thy weapon in the blood of Bridlebane of Winchester said Colonel Kigore 'ai- though ! grant thee the minx is pretty
 Just then Geoffry Bridlebane saun- tered into the room where the two gen. tlemen stood talking. Instantly an omi- nous silence fell upon them. Bridlebane strode toward the sideboard evidently with the intention of tasting the fine liq- uors for which Lee manor was famous. Observing the sour look cast upon him by Colonel Toliver he tossed his shoul- ders jndifferently, whistled scrap of a ballad, and then, with a malicious smile stealing over his handsome face, re- marked:
 i" Gadzooks! My coming brings no sunshine to one old man who would fain lay his withered heart at the feet of a maid
 Passing Colonel Tolver the young cavalier contrived to brush the laces on the sleeve of that gentlemans coat. With a furious look the colonel whipped out his sword and shouted.
 " zoundsl Defend yourselft
 There was a clash of swords. Soon the dimly lighted room was aglow with the flash of the striking weapons. Back and forth the panting combatants pushed with fury. The advantage was now with Colonel Toliver and now with Geof- fry Bridlebane. Suddenly the young cavalier tripped on the corner of rug. Seeing his advantage Colonel Toliver lunged with his weapon and Bridlebane sank to the floor with low cry.
 "A woman's shriek rang out. There in the doorway stood Mistress Margery, a swaying figure -
 "Hold!' thundered a voice from the rear of the otala All turned in amaze ment to behold the person who had
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16
Some Specials in Housefurnishings.

Bleached Irish Damask, very tightly woven, pretty designs, 72-inch, $1.00 quality. 75c Bleached Satin Finished Damask. pretty pattern, 72-inch, s1.25 quality,
 99c Hemstitched Huck Towels, 22x44. extra absorbent, S5c quality, at 2so All Linen Crash, extra absorbent. 1S-inch. 12bc quality, 1oo Ruffled Muslin Curtains, yards long, hemstitched ruffle, $2.00 quality.
 1.49 Full size Spread, genuine Marseilles designs, $1.00 quality, 75o Linen Napkins, 1S-inch, full selvage, $125 quality, sscs sikolines, 96-inch. 50 new designs. 15c quality, 12Iso
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16
The Usual Cut on
 Cotton Goods.

Our entire stock marked at figures to close them out. Opportunities for mothers to buy their next springs supply of dresses for the children at less than half price, and mind you, cotton goods will be mighty high next year-12-cent cotton against 6-cent cotton of this year-that means double the price for the spring of 1904. A word to the wise Sc, worth sJac and 1oc-
 Sheer Lawns, light grounds, Persian designs and small unit designs. sHc, worth 12lo--
 French Lawns, light grounds, fast colors, pretty designs. lie, worth Zoe
 French Batistes, light grounds, small designs; very sheer. 12Lac, worth 25c--
 Embroidered Swisses and Silk Broche, pretty designs. 29c, worth 45c-
 Imported French Organdies.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16
LOW RATE EXCURSION On August 18th, Via Frisco System, Final Return Limit August 31st.

Colorado and return Denver, Colorado
 Springs or Pueblo) blo)....................$ .$24.00 Kansas City and return. .$14. co Eureka Springs, Ark, and return. -s11.5O
 For full particulars and reservation of sleeping car accommodations, write or call upon Paul R. McKinnon, City Passenger Agent, Birmingham, Ala s-13-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16

posture and the delight of the Englani- ans was turned into dismay when they learned that never again would any one be able to write book like those which were so popular in the primeval days and served to amuse the vacuous intel lects of the people of 1903
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16
LOW RATE EXCURSION
On August 18th, Via Frisco System, Final Return Limit August 31st.

Colorado and return Denver. Colorado
 Springs or Pueblo). .s24. % Kansas City and return. .s14. co Eureka Springs, Ark, and return. .$11. 50
 For full particulars and reservation of sleeping car accommodations, write or call upon Paul R. Mckinnon, City Passenger Agent, Birmingham, Ala e-13-tz
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16
Artists of the Needle

Are doing their finest work now-while they have lots of time. It will be worth your while to replenish your stock of art goods next week-with the prices be- low prevailing
 BeldIng's Silk Floss of all kinds, per dozen, 39c Battenberg Braids. all widths. per dozen, 1oc Battenberg Rings, all sizes. dozen,
 4c Battenberg Thread, all numbers, per spool, sc Barbour's Flax, all sizes, per spool,
 8c Dexter's Knitting Cotton, per ball,
 5c Perry Luster for Mount Mellick work, dozen, 45c D. M. c. Cotton for briar stitching dozen, 45c Plush balls for fancy work, all zol- DTS, dozen, 1uc Tenerlffe Wheels, all sizes, 25c Silk finished Cord for Pillows, all colors, 10c Irish Point Pillow Shams and Dresser Scarfs, 36x36 and 18x54, 75c quality, 69c Silk Floss Pillows, 20x20 49c Silk Floss Pillows, 22x22, 59c Silk Floss Pillows, 24x24, 69c Many new Battenbera patterns.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16
At Close Range.

From the Chicago News.
 Mrs. Upperten-I had all the conceit taken out of me yesterday.
 Mrs Nextdoor--Ipdeedl And where did they find room to put all of it?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16
NOTICE.

Effective Sunday, June 2S. 19D3 dining care operating between Birmingham and Atlanta on Southern railway trains Nos. s7 and 3s will be discontinued until fur ther notice. J. c. LUSlS. District Pas scnger Agent. 6-Z-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16
Some Advance Skirt
 Styles.
For Fall 1903-and very
 pretty, too.

Walking Skirt of light weight Nell ton Cloth, pointed yoke of solid stitch- ing, full flare effect, six rows of stitch ing around bottom, 7.o0
 A man-tailored Dress Skirt of sharks cloth, bell shape, 14 gores, taffeta fold trimmed, full flare, very snappy 12.5o
 Man-tailored Dress Skirt, made of imported voile, gores, hip trimmed. point effect, 1850
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16
Special August Reductions
 In
 Men s Underwear.

1sc, regular price 35c--
 Mems Balbriggan Undershirts, in cream, white and blue; all sizes. 39c, worth 5oc--
 Mems French Balbriggan Under shirts and Pants, cream and white, long or short sleeves. 43c, worth 75c-
 Mems fancy open mesh Underwear, in pink and blue, taped edge, silk fln- ish. 65c, worth $1.oo-
 Mems French Balbriggan Under wear; shirts and pants; silk finish. 89c, worth S1.25-
 Mems French Lisle Undershirts, in cream and white.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-08-16

Tns ss0o~s P.ipcsss 4 sexony hos
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
PROBATE NOTICE.
12-9-4t.
Secretary.

In the Probate Court of the County of Cochise, Territory of Arizona.
 Notice is hereby given that Maggie Corcoran having filed in this court her petition praying for letters of admin istration of the estate of Cathrfne Hughes, deceased; the hearing of the same has been fixed by said Court for Saturday, the 18th day of December, 1902, at 10 o'clock in the forenoon of said day, at the court room thereof at the court house, in the city of Tomb stone, County of Cochise, and all per sons interested in said estate are noti- fled then and there to appear and show cause, if any there be, why the said prayer should not be granted
 Dated December 2nd, 1902.
 F. R. O'BRIEN, Clerk.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
National Republican Committee.

Washington. Dec. 10.-All is in read mess for the meeting tomorrow of the National Republican committee. which in addition to other business that may come before it is to decide the time and place for holding the next Nation al Republican convention. Delega- tions are now on hand from Chicago and St. Louis booming their respect i've cities for the convention. New Or cans vii ask the honor. but no dele gation from New Orleans has yet put in an appearance. Although the opinion was general expressed tonight that the convention would go to Chica- go. the St. Louis delegation is spec ially active, and is making as much
 show as any other city. Pittsburg will offer s1O0.OOO for the convention.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
ARIZONA MATTER s.

Washington, Dec. 10.-The Territo rial House Committee met today to hear arguments on the bill to permit Maricopa county to issue s10O,O0O worth of bonds for the construction of a wagon road from Phoenix 10 the Salt River dam. Fowler of Phoenix appeared before the committee, but no action was taken.
 Fowler made a strong argument be- fore the committee, and his remarks were reinforced by J. F. Wilson, Ari- zona's delegate to congress. Fowler stated that every man, woman and child in Maricopa county was in favor of the bonds, and that it meant thou sands of dollars each month to Phoe- nix and the Salt River Valley. The object of the road is to divert the trade that will result from the build ing of the immense storage reservoir into Maricopa county instead of allow ing it to be diverted 10 Globe and Gila county, a much nearer base of cup plies. The committee will probably take favorable action at it's next ses- sion.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
Hints From Paris.

In Paris some of the newest rough rloths for gowns have very handsome borders in self and colored silks ap- pliqued on to the material and out ined with a coarse buttonhole. It will De a great season both for embroideries and guipure laces. and gold >passe- nenterie and velvet embroidered bands ire to be seen on the detachable basque pink and caracal coats. Many of the few skirts have the hip yoke and are piaited. the plaits being kept in place by means of some applications of cm- broideries. There are so many new Ideas for skirts that one can practically please oneself, for in addition to the plaited skirt there are the three decker. the hip gathered (only suitable for the thinnest of the winter fabrics), the pan eled. as well as the perfectly plain skirts Then again there is the 1890 skirt of velvet which Dame Fashion has set her seal upon. and for trimming 1t there are the loveliest thread faces. both plain and incrusted with jet, Sc suins or jewels.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
The Junction
 Development Co.

The property of the Junction De- velopment Go. is worth just as much today as it was short time ago when the stock was quoted around $15. You can buy more shares today for the same amount of money, than you could at that time. If they should strike ore everybody would want some of the stock, but what would you have to pay for it? A much higher price is a certainty. You better buy before the Shaft gets much deeper, and the price much higher.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
u Ine EIupOrlulH.
 SCOFlElD 6 WITTIG.
ANNUAL MEETING.

The regular annual meeting of the Mitchell Development company will be held at the office of the secretary and treasurer, A. B. Miner, 'Ishpem- ing, Marquette county, Michigan. on the second Saturday in December, 1903, same being the 18th of the month. At this meeting directors are to be elected and such other business trans acted as regularly comes under con- sideration at such time.
 ANSON B. MINER, Secretary.
 Dated Ishpemlng, Micn., Nov. 70, 1903. 2-w.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
THE STATEHOOD QUESTION:.

It is not at all likely that Arizona will be admitted to single statehood at the present session of Congress.
 In fact, private advices from Wash ington positively state that Arizona need not expect statehood of any kind until after the next presidential elec- ton. With single statehood doomed to defeat, it is by no means certain that the Republican leaders have aband doned the nefarious scheme of joining Arizona with Kew Mexico and the admission of "Montezuma" in the year 1905. This is the only menace that darkens the horizon of Arizona's s prosperity at the present time, and until Arizona has reached the goal of single statehood, there must be no cessation of our protests at the National Capital against the propos- ed jointure.
 Public men in Arizona who are ia miliar with affairs at the national cap ital, declare without hesitation. that the danger in this direction is real The present party in power sees the opportunity, by the joining of Arizona and New Mexico. to not only add ore more electoral vote 10 the solid dele gation of Republican States, but at the same time the powerful Eastern States see an opportunity to forever eliminate a commonwealth of the West from participation in the national af- fairs of the government. These are the motives which underly the propo sition coming from New Mexico and her Republican friends in Congress for the joining of Arizona and New Mexico and their admission into the Union as one State
 It is no longer a question regarc- ing this territory's right to admission to the Union. Excuses and argu-l ments used now against her admission are rotten subterfuges advanced Tor the sole purposes of disgusting the ul- terior motives concealed in the breasts of the party at present in the majori- ty. Arizona depends on her dele gate to congress at this session not to pass the statehood bill, but to bette inform himself on he program of the Republican party, regarding the ad- mission of Arizona, proposed to be en- acted at the next session.
 The people of Arizona, regardless of politics, should not be lulled into confidence and inactivity on account of the present attitude of congress Powerful influences are at work to accomplish the ruination of the terri tory, and the proposition of linking Arizona with New Mexico should never be lost sight of for an instant.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
STOCKHOLDERS MEETING.

The regular annual meeting of the stockholders of the Huachuca Consol- dated Development Company will be held on Monday, January i, at o'clock D. m., in the office of the Bisbee Im- provement Company, for the purpose of electing a board of directors to serve for the ensuing year, and for the transaction of such other business as may properly come before the meet ing JAMES G. CORREA,
 12-9-4t. Secretary.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
STRENuOSITV AND HUMILIATION.

It is a touching sight, one thai brings the tears to the strongest, to witness the absolute objection and humiliation of the once mighty and strenuous Teddy at the feet of his su- perior, the Hon. NJ. A. Hanna.
 On every issue where the President he'd entertained views he has backed water, like a Mississippi river steam boat, and given the right of way to the real leader and dictator of the policy of the G. O. P. in the United States today. The President would like to see Perry Heath removed from the position of Secretary of the Re publican National Committee. Han na says NO. and that settles it. The President is moruhed at the attack on his personal pet, Leonard Wooo, but Hanna refuses to budSe an inch, and Teddy manfully gulps down, the dose of humiliation and chagrin pre- pared for his taking.
 In the course of events at the Ma tional capital during the past few days. the gentleman from Ohio has made is quite plain that he still oc- cupies the seat at the head of the table in the councils of the G. O. f. And no one admitted to that council knows it better than Theodore Roose- welt.
 Our President has started on a cam psagn rcr the presidential nomina' tion in 1904. He has dined the col ored brethren at the WhiteH uose, and invited the labor leaders from Butte. but before he was certain of his standing he called in the rotun Senator of Ohio, and on his knees ex- tended the bone of conciliation, which from all accounts it took a good ceal of coaxing and promises before the stiff-necked mastiff would condescend to accept Since the two hours per sonal conference at the White House last week, it may be stated with some degree of certainty that Mark Hanna win allow Theodore Roosevelt to b9 nominated for the Presidency in 1904
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
Lines Through n Hat.

My panama, My cherished hat. Which so heartily admire. With crown so high and brim so flat, What grin. reflections you inspirei The roses bloom and fade away; The present joy is turned to gloom: The banquet hall, once bright and gay Becomes a chill, deserted room. The nation once extolled with fear Now dumbly plods. wtth glory lied: The star that once shone forth 50 clea1 Reels onward, lusterless and dead And reflect, with grief profound, That you, my treasured panama, Before another June rolls round Wu simply be . last years strav.
 -Waahington staA
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

Opera singers have often been ac' cused. and justly, of nursing their voices so diligently until their ward robes suffered. In late years, how ever. this accusation has not been substantiated, for some of the most elegant conceits of tae couturieres have been designed for operatic stars for instance. the s15,OOO jeweled robe of Mime. Melba. and Mime. Sembric wonderful gown for the stacato song in The Magic Flute" Now there are held at the N. |. custom house sixty elegant dresses for Mime. Patti, who arrives next week. As each dress is to be worn once only. at a single concert, they will go back to E urope in practically perfect condition, and will serve only the one purpose of tools of trade. As such they will be exempt from duty.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
Castle Rock Dining Room

MRS. ]. ]. MUIRHEAD, PROP. Short. orders from 5 a III to 12. Board by day, week CT month. Clean, home cook ] y. 84 Tombstone canyon.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

The Bisbee Daily Review published handsome Thanksgiving number in colors, on front page of which ap peared the picture of large fat tur key, a handsome maiden and a foot ball player The paper consisted oi sixteen pages and reflects great cred it to the publishers as well as to the thriving town of Bisbee.-Nogales Mail.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
WOMAN AND FASHION
An Attractive Sutt.

Rough cloths showing a touch of white in their makeup are considered rery chic and are much favored for nigh class walking suits. A creation sf this order shows q bloused jacket
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

The German Kaiser is making many socialists. Twelve of the sixteen members of the Berlin Municipal Council are members of the revolu- tionary party.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

King Peter of Servia has sent an au- tograph letter to President Roosevelt, informing him of his accession to the throne. Perhaps the manner in which the President recognized the revolutionists in Panama raised King Peters hope for similar recognition.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

The gate receipts of the Yale Princeton football game amounted to s50,000 Before long there may be professional football games. It seems to pay better than baseball.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
BUSINESS BRIEFS

Mrs. Daly has opened boarding house at 313 Chihuahua Hill, two doors ..
 above Mrs. Kindred. Board, s22.5O Ser month Lodging, $500 per month i Single meals, 25c. 1-3-10t
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

General Wood finds that the Unit ed States Senators are harder to man. age than the Jolo juramentados, in the Philippines.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

The President is too strenuous as a harmonizer of party differences. He summoned Senator Platt and Cover nor Odell of New York to dine at the White House, that they might settle their quarrel over the leadership in their State Since the meeting, the followers of the Senator and the Gov ernor have been more bitter than ever in the dispute as to who received the Pra,i6ents Support. The incident recalls the attempts of the President to bring about harmony between the Republican factions in Maryland, just before the last election.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

SITUATION WANTED-Mercantile or inside work preferred, by compe- tent, and experienced man. Address Situation, care Review. 12-1O-2t
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

Don't forget to drop in and see our nice line of millinery, also a fine line oc burnt leather novelties. elk's head sofa pillows, kodaks, memorandum books, etc. perfumeries and toilet az ticles, soap of the very finest quail ty Manicure accessories. stamped linen goods. Also silks for em- broidering.
 All at the Emporium.
 SCOFlELD & WITTIG.
 Near Gymnasium Building.
 Just try our Kentucky Bourbon-at The Little Casino, Main street. 9-8-1n
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

Kentucky Bourbon and White Rye test on earth at Little Casino.
 Fresh home made bread, pies and pastry, the very best. at Haigler's, in raiiforpia Market. 9-12
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

During the next campaign the Re publican cry to the laborers will be dinner at the White House" instead of full dinner pail"
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

With the publication of the Bristow report on the postal scandals, the
 Republicans lay stress on the fact that one f the many officials indicted began h is illegal practices during the Cleveland administration. In the case of Perry S. Heath, however, they say there is no object in discussing what occurred several years ago. as the statute of limitations would pre- vent a criminal prosecution of the offender. Heath is still secretary of the Republican National Committee.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

FOR SALE-House and lot cheap for cash. Apply to w. H. Moffett, 49U Tombstone canyon. l1-22-tf.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
James :. Fielder,

Attorney at Law. Deming, New Mexico.
 Practice in the courts of Eastern Ari- zona, Western Texas and New Mexico.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

Any person desirous of accepting book agency. Please apply to libra- rian, Library Hall. 12-1-tf.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11
wALENG SUIT.

vith double yoke effect. each edged ITith fancy white braid. The skirt, plain over the hips, is tucked from that point down, these tucks opening out at he bottom.-Buffalo Express.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

Brune & Buehman. agents, box 7Y0, Bisbee, Arizona.
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

Ladies. use Yanola Cream for the lace and hands, and sold only by Mrs. Rich, Main street. S6-u
Bisbee daily review., 1903-12-11

Our Kentucky White Rye is the best money can buy--at The Little Ca dpo 9-8-1m