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The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
RR1sTow STILL AT WORK.
Does Not Know When the 1nvesti
 gation Will Close.

Washington. Sept. IA number Of the inspectors who have been investigating the affairs of the office of the Assistant Attorney General for the Postofnce De- partment. were in consultation today with Assistant United States Attorney Taggart regarding postal matters before the grand jury.
 Although 1t is possible that the jury may reach an agreement to return one or more indictments any day, 1t is not now anticipated that the decision of the jury will be reported before Friday.
 Fourth Assistant Postmaster General Bristow is devoting a great deal of time to the preparation of his report Mir. Bristow confers every day with the Post master General regarding the matter con nected with the inqury. Today he re- fused to venture an option as to when the investigation can be closed or when his report can be placed in the hands of the Postmaster General
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
1ina nf Least Resistance.

Evervbody naturally takes the line of ,oast resistance-that Is the direction in hich he meets with the least opposi- lion We all want to take things easy," and the articles that make things easier Sor ns are the ones that meet the de- roarS The newspaper contributes to the uorid's ease by making known the easy things in every line. Take for example inc latest easy novelty"-the "easy rr edicine" Candy Cathartic, easy to buy. easy to eat, easy to give acton Medioine-giving and taking used to he A hardship, but the ease-loving world progresses. @ov-wsd.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
SUMMER EXCURSION RATES TO NEW YORK, BOSTON
 AND THE EAST.

The Central of Georgia Railway and It's connection now have on sale at all coupon ticket offices in the Southeast excursion tickets to New York. Boston and other Eastern cities and resorts via Savannah snd Steamships of the Savannah Line, good returning until October 31st, 1903. Tickets include meals and berth aboard ship. Rates much less than all rail. The rail ride to Savannah is quick and pleas ant, through sleeping cars. The ocean voyage is smooth and refreshing Nine new and magnificent ships. More fre- quent sailings than in previous years. Inn proved service aboard ship. Evening course dinners.
 For further particulars. apply to your nearest agent or Fred B. White,
 Commercial Agent,
 No. { Commerce St., adv-tf. Montgomery, Ala.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
CHEAP RATES TO WASHINGTON AND RETL RN VIA WESTERN KY. OF ALA. AND SOUTH
 

Attention is called to advertisement of the Southern Railway which appears Tn this issue. Arrangements have now been made for sale of these tickets on August 3Oth. 3lst and Sept. 1st and 2nd. good to reach original starting point by Sept. 10th, except that by depositing tickets with Special Agent in Washington, an extension may be obtained to reach orig!- ral starting point not later than Sept. 18th, 1903. Fee for this extension will be 50 cents. Jno. Metcalfe T. P. A..
 adv-5t. Montgomery, Alabama.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
strike Threatened on B. & o.

Baltimore, Aug. 31.-At meeting today of the representatives of the engineers firemen and trainmen employed on the different divisions of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad. 1t was decided to ask the company for an increase in wages and committees were appointed to formulate the demands for presentation to General Manager Potter. No specific information as to the demands which will be made Is given, as the meetings of the railway employees were held behind closed doors. It is intimated that unless the demands of the employees be granted a general strike of all classes of trainmen will be ordered.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
His Life Saved by Chamberlain's Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea
 

"B. L. Eyer. well known cooper of this town. says he believes Chamber lain's Collie, Cholera and Diarrhoea Rem edy saved his life last summer. He had been sick for a month with what the doctors call bilious dysentery, and could get nothing to do him any good until he tried this remedy. It gave him imme- diate relief" says B. T. Little, merchant, Hancock. Md. For sale by all druggists
 adv.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
New Fort for Esouimault.

Victoria. B. C., Aug. 31.-Unconflrmed rumors are current at Esquimault that a new fort will shortly be added to the Es- quimault defence situated at Albert Head. jutting into Royal Eads. ten miles from Victoria. Reports say two six-inch guns will be placed there. A battery of small
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
THE COOL WEATHER.
Extreme in Temperature Came Near
 Breaking Record.

The temperature in Montgomery yes- terday morning, as recorded by the standard instruments of the Weather Bu- reau was 61 degrees.
 Only once before in the thirty-one years record at this place, viz, in 1888, was it that low.
 At Goodwater and Clanton the temper ature was A degrees yesterday. and at points further north in the State it was slightly lower.
 The cool weather will probably continue through today. warming slightly during this evening as compared with yesterday evening.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
moving
 Wrinkles

only preparation known to medical science that will round out hollows in the necks and pro- duce firm. healthy flesh on thin cheeks arms and hands.
 FOR DEVELOPING THE BUST or breasts. shrunken from nursing 1t has the highest indorsement of physicians Two boxes is often sufficient to make the bust firm, large and beautiful
 Regular price. SI.oo a box but to all who take advantage of this SPECIAL. OFFER and send us one dollar. we will send two (2) boxes in plain wrapper.
 rnrr A sample box and our book, kRE E ''Art of Massage" fully n. \ A\A G frustrated. will be sent free to
 any lady sending 10 cents to pay for cost of mailing. Address DR. CHARLES CO. Is RssTy BARK yos4SE PLACE On sale Knowles Dry Goods Company. ST~S r.-.. NS,, j-r ty"ss.g.,.-.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
Negro Convicted of Murder

New York, Sept. 1.-The jury in the case of Charles Jackson. the negro ae- cused of the murder of Charles w. Hox- bury on River Avenue, the Bronx, Tn July, today returned verdict or guiity of murder in the first degree.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
prince Henry Gets Promotion.

Berlin. Aug. S.-A cabinet order. just issued. assigned Admiral Prince Henry of Prussia, to command the naval station at Kiel Admiral Rooster succeeds the prince in command of the first active squadron.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Hot days followed by cool nights will breed malaria in the body that is bilious or costive. Prickly Ash Bitters Is very valuable at this time for keeping the stomach, liver and bowels well regulated.
 adv-wed-frt-su.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
TEACHERS TO MEET.

The Montgomery Association of Sunday School Teachers will meet as usual on Thursday afternoon at 4:3o o'clock at the First Presbyterian Church. The pro gram for the meeting is as follows:
 Senior Lesson-Mr. Thetford.
 Junior Suggestions-Afiss Fannie May Duskin.
 Primary Lesson-Mrs. Gerald Salter.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

MT. George T. Burke and family have moved from. z12 Alabama Street to 427 South Perry Street, the residence for merly occupied by Mir. W. B. Piere.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
MEETING OF woMAN's
 HOME ASSOCIATION.

The regular monthly meeting Of the Working woman's Home Association was held yesterday afternoon at half past b o'clock at the Home. The regular routine business was first transacted. One appr- cation was rejected on account Of non eligibility of the applicant.
 The reports of the visiting committees were made and those for supplies indi- cs+ad the health and cleanliness and the thoughtful, helpful care of the Associa- tion for the needy. Plans for added conn fort of the residents were presented for discussion.
 An annual contribution was received from A devoted father and mother in memory of a sainted son.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
WOOD OF MACON PROPOSES WITHDRAWAL
 OF STATE SUPPORT FROM NEGRO SCHOOLS

cord between the races, a condition from which the negro will be the greatest sufferer
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Dr. Shanks. who has been so i'll at the home of Mrs. Shanks's parents, Dr. and Mrs. A. A. Pearson, is sufnclently re- covered to go away.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
DR. CHARLES FLESH FOOD FOR THE FORM AND COMPLEXION.
FOOD

ND NJmE AEAxON. Has been successfully used by leading ac- tresses. singers and women of fashion for more than 26 years.
 Wherever applied fl Is instantly absorbed through the pores of the skin and its won : derful nutrition feeds the wasting tissues.
 Removing
 Wrinkles as if by magic, one applic c a ton often showing a remarkable improvement.
 Dr. Charles's Flesh Eno,d ta t.rlnANN.oH., .t
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Miss Lucille Armstrong. with her aunt. Miss Loclklear. left yesterday for West Point. Ga.. to be the guests of Captain and Mrs. W. L. Williams at Hotel Virent.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

If steam-cleaned and Repaired by
 Holt's Dye Works.
 The Summer suit and straw hat will last the season out If overloaded by Holts Dye Works. Telephone 4S2 adv
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
A TALLYHo RIDE.

A number of young men gave a talla- ho ride on Monday evening in compliment to Miss Stella Daniels of Macon, Ga'' Miss Claudia English of Lowndesboro' and Miss Bessie Haynes of Haynesville.
 The party drove out five miles to Hay goods pavilion on the Three Mile Branch road. There a table was spread beneath the trees among which Japanese lanterns were hung. Delicious refreshments were enjoyed and some pleasant hours spent before the return home.
 The party included, besides the guests of honor, Mir and Mrs. T. c. McKeithen, Misses Margaret Lahey. Kate Davidson. Nellie Williams, Netta Leak, Rebecca Pollard; Messrs Thad Watts J. Fuller. F. Chambers. Quisenberry. Robert Teasue, Temple Seibels and Holt Smith.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
CITY FIRE REPORT.
Department Made a Good Record in August

, August.
 During August the Montgomery Fire department answered ten alarms, nine by telephone and one from a box.
 The character of the buildings involved were one three-story brick, five one-story frame. two out of the city, one false alarm, one alarm in which a barrel of tar was on fire in the street.
 Value of buildings at risk .S5. 300 Value of contents at risk. 2,2OO Loss on buildings. .. ............. 50 Insurance on buildings. 2SOO Insurance on contents. ................ 900 Losses over insurance. .............. 10
 The losses for the month Of August. 1902, amounted to $4OO, against loss of $50 for the same month this year.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
VIRGINIA COLLEGE

For Young Ladies, Roanoke, Va.
 Opens Sept. 2I. 1908. One of the leading Schools for Young Ladies in thu South. New buildings. pianos and equipment. Campus ten acres. Grand mountain scenery in Valley oe Virginia, famed for health. European and American teachers. Full course. Conservatory advantages in Art. Music and Execution: Car tifcates Wellesley: Students from so States President. Roanoke. Va eu-wd-fr
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Mrs. Fort Hargrove has returned to her home on Pleasant Avenue from the plan- tation of her father. Mr. Joseph Owens. at Morgansville. She came home on ac- count of the serious illness of her in- fant.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
RARTIETT-RICE.

The following account of the entertain ment given on the ocasion of the an- nouncement of the engagement Of Miss May Rice and MT. Henry T. Bartlett In waynesville, N C.. will be read with Interest by the friends of the young couple. It is clipped from The Asheville CN. O Gazette:
 "Loretto Heights" the spacious home of Mir. and Mrs. George H. Smathers. was scene of beauty and happiness last Tuesday evening. when their hospitable doors were thrown open in welcome to their many friendt who came from far and near to bring best wishes to their lovely young daughter, May" and con- gratulations to MT. Henry T. Bartlett of Montgomery, Ala. on the announcement of their engagement. On entering the beautiful reception hall, aglow with crim- son lights, trailing vines of clematls. banks of asparagus fern, dotted through out with immense clusters of crimson geraniums. inches here and there filled with ferns. crimson cannas and salvia. two young ladies. Misses Stringfield and Smathers, offered the first welcome in re- freshing glasses of sparkling and deli cious punch served from two handsome punch bowls in a conspicuous corner In this attractive hall. Turning to the right they entered the parlor. a room exquisite
 in it's color scheme of blue and white, decorated artistically in pluming white asterss blue and white corn flowers, grace
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
McCLURE-WILDER.

The following invitation has been re- ceived by friends in Montgomery, where MT. Mcclure once lived. and has many warm friends:
 Mr. and Mrs. F. H. B. Wilder invite you to be present at the marriage of their daughter, May. to MT. Clarence Dale Mcclure. on Wednesday evening, September 1eth. 1908. at o'clock. at their home, Macon, Ga.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Mrs. Frank Mcintyre, wife of Captain Frank Mcintyre. who has been appointed on the new stan, U. 8. A., Is in the city. the guest of his mother, Mrs. Mary Me Intyre. at her home on South McDonough Street.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

quick firing guns is building tn the n&xx yards covering the entrance ok Esaai- mault harbor.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Mir. Fred s. Bail and family returned yesterday from ( vacation Of several weeks in Ohio and at Virginia Hot Springs.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
IN COMPLIMENT TO MISS WALSH

Miss Alice OConnell gave a hop last evening in compliment to her guest, Miss Lille Walsh of Mobile.
 The opening march was led by Mir. J. Hobbie with Miss Walsh and the other guests were MT. T. Jones. who was Miss O'Connelfs escort: Miss Mashburn with Mir. R. Sands. Miss Alexander with Mir. W. Pickett. Miss M. Jones with MT. H. Dawson. Miss T. Jones with MT. T. Browder. Miss Kathleen Clishy with Mir. Toms, Miss Kate Kettles with Mir. J. Flowers. Miss Efie May Wagner with Mir. B. Steiner. Miss Maude Dove with MT. T. Halls, Miss Roberta Roberts with MT. Johnson Miss M. Norwood with MT. J. OConnell. Miss Ament with MT. B. Meyers, Miss Fitzpatrick with MT. F. Finch, Miss Lucia Richardson with MT. William Davidson. Miss K. O'Conneli with Mfr. Platt Stout, Miss stakeiy with MT. H. Alexander. Miss Willie Stone with Mir C. Smith, Miss Maude Dawson with Mir H Brown. Miss Allen with MT. c. OConnell. Miss Camilla Webber with MT. F. Rhodes. Miss L. Henderson with MT. seaborn Boyd. Miss Genie Burke with MT. J. Dowell; Messrs. H. Paschal. Jack son. Locke Anderson. Williamson. Pow ell, Watts, P. Levy. K. Perow. J.. Kirk patrick, A. Tyson. B. Fitzpatrick. A. Hannon and B. O'Connell.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Mir. and Mrs. George Burke have moved into the home on Perry Street until re- gently coupled by Mir. M. B. Houghton.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
N S
 PER5oNAL ITEho

" SsA-N wv Mrs. Frank Mcintyre, wife of Captain Frank Mcintyre, who has been appointed on the new stan, U. 8. A., Is in the city, the guest of his mother. Mrs. Mary Me Intyre. at her home on South McDonough Street.
 Mrs. Fort Hargrove has returned to her home on Pleasant Avenue from the plan- tation of her father. Mr. Joseph Owens, at Morgansville. She came home on ac- count of the serious illness of her in- fant.
 Miss Lucille Armstrong, with her aunt. Miss Locklear, left yesterday for West Point Ga. to be the guests of Captain and Mrs. w. l.. Williams at Hotel virent.
 MT. George T. Burke and family have moved from z12 Alabama Street to 427 South Perry Street, the residence for merly occupied by Mir. W. E. Piere.
 Dr. Shanks, who has been so i'll at the home of Mrs. Shanks's parents, Dr. and Mrs. A. A. Pearson, is sufnclently re- covered to so away.
 Mfr. Fred s. Ball and family returned yesterday from ( vacation of several weeks in Ohio and at Virginia Hot Springs.
 Miss Villa Reynolds and Mary Pen- nington have returned to Union Springs after a weeks visit to Miss Martha Boyd.
 Mir. and Mrs. George Burke have moved into the home on Perry Street until res A.x AEv
 Mrs. Elizabeth Kennedy has returned from the 6eashore Camp Grounds and is visiting Mir. and Mrs. Jack Thorington.
 Mrs. Eliza W. Banks and her grand daughter. May Banks. left yesterday morning for Baltimore to visit relatives.
 Mrs. N. K. Jones and Miss Nettie Will son of Atlanta. who have been visiting Mrs. E. A. Adams. have returned home.
 Mrs Doughty and daughter. Allie. of Opelika, are visiting Mrs. Lottie Driver at the home of Dr. B. R. Pearson.
 Miss Mary Johnston, who has been on a visit to her sister. Mrs. Mayres of Bir- migham, returned home last night. Mir. H. Eliasberg and family and Mrs l.. Thalheimer and Miss Dora Thalheimei of Selma, are in the city. Mrs. Robert Jones has returned from a visit to MT. and Mrs. William Elsberry at their home in Tallassee.
 Miss May Marty of Meridian, Miss. is visiting the Misses Toole at their home on Jefferson Street. Miss Lizzie Wright and little niece. Eli. zabeth Hudson. have returned from g visit to Georgia. MT. and Mrs. William Cary and fam. fly and Mrs. Garrish have returned from The Oaks"
 MT. Hardwick Ruth has returned from Waukesha. Mrs. Ruth is still in Gaines vile, Ga.
 Mrs, Palmer Elsberry has returned from a visit to friends in Birmingham.
 Mrs. Ed. c. Fowler has returned from visit to friends in Millbrook.
 Miss Cecile Chiffon of Union Springs is visiting Mrs. c. L. Ruth.
 Mrs. R. P. Stout has returned home after a trip to New York.
 Mrs. Dollie E. Cobbs has returned from Crockett Springs. Va. MT. and Mrs. A. c. Sexton have return ed from Vinemont.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Miss Villa Reynolds and Mary Pen- nington have returned to Union Springs after a weeks visit to Miss Martha Boyd.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
< 4 4 < \ 4 4 < < < < 4 4 < < SOCIAL AFFAIRS ' ( < 4 % < 4 < < % < < IN COMPLIMENT

A beautiful german in compliment to Miss Elm Coleman of Union Springs was given at Pickett Springs Monday evening by Mir. L. H. Moore. Delicious refresh ments were served during the evening.
 The guests were: Misses Elm Coleman. Eleanor Offutt. Tinsie Moore. Alice Pitch- er Susie Offutt. Libbie Vass, Kathleen Martin. Mary Marshall vass, Laura Hill. Camilla Webber. Miss Tombstone. Miss Robinson. Maude Burke. Willie Stone, corrie c. Smith, Ilamae Stone. Hailie Matthews. Fannie Chandler, Miss Con gales. Miss Allen. Flora Mae Ament, Jo- sic Hubbard, Miss Scott: Messrs. l.. H. Moore. Fordie Finch. George Tyson. J. Q. Williamson. William Early Hannon. Ray Wilkinson, J. J. Campbell, W. Kohn, H. Norton, Will r. Weiss, Frank Rhodes. Dozier Turner. Tom J. salter. T. H. Gra- made. Gaston Lewis, George Hoicombe. Allan McNeal. Herschel Paschal Joseph Barker. Theodore A. Toms. Ed. Noble. Ben Noble. T. c. Locke, George Beale. J. c. Johnson, Hugh Watts. c. Leuyard. c. P. Fordyce, Birmingham; Carl Smith, c. o. Bruner, Brooke. c. P. Anderson. Mir. and Mrs. Merritt vandiver. Mrs. Noise, Mrs. Riggs. and Miss Butler.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Mrs. Elizabeth Kennedy has returned from the 6eashore Camp Grounds and is visiting MT. and Mrs. Jack Thorington.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
uno
 SOCIETY.
MRS. '. V. dc CoTTEs.

full paniculata and silver candelabra holding wax. candles, with light blue shades. In the circle of the bay window stood Mir. and Mrs. Smathers. Mir. Bart lett. Mas. Rice, gowned in light blue silk. lace and pearls. with arm cluster of maidenhair ferns and carnations and Mrs. g. F.. Rice, assisted by Mesdames Sea- yer and Skinner and Misses Rice. Rogers and Knight After greetings and con- gratulations were offered, "fairy-land'' was presented to view when the party were ushered into the dining room, en- chanting in its daintiness and beauty. Green and white predominated here in
 flowers, vines. and most delicious re- treatments. Indeed, the whole house was a scene of loveliness. resplendent in lights and flowers. and, above all, in the
 most cordial welcome extended to and enjoyed by all.
 NOTICE SOPHIA BIBB CHAPTER. On account of the sickness of the Presi- dent. Mrs. R. P. Dexter, the regular
 monthly meeting of the Sophia Bibb Chapter will be held at the home of the Vice-President. Mrs. Frank c. Taylor, No. 20 South Court St., this afternoon at o'clock. Mrs. Kate Kettles.
 Secretary.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Mrs. Eliza W. Banks and her grand daughter, May Banks, left yesterday morning for Baltimore to visit relatives.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Mrs. N. K. Jones and Miss Nettie Will son of Atlanta. who have been visiting Mrs. E. A. Adams, have returned home.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Mrs. Doughty and daughter. Allie. of Opelika, are visiting Mrs. Lottie Driver. at the home of Dr. B. R. Pearson.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Miss Cecile Chiffon of Union Springs 5 visiting Mrs. c. L. Ruth.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Mrs. R. P. Stout has returned home Ster a trin in New York.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Mrs. Dollie E. Cobbs has returned from c..aal.oA+ CnrinRs Va.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
THEY WILL LAST.

MT. and Mrs. A. c. Sexton have return A Rrnnn Vinemnnt.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02

Miss Mary Johnston, who has been on a visit to her sister. Mrs. Mayres of Bir- migham, returned home last night.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-09-02
LIVE WISELY, LIVE LONG.

adv-tf,
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1903-08-28
REGISTRATION NOTICE.
LEE WARD REGISTRATION NOTICE.

IN PURSUANCE or An ORDINANCE N3 .
OF tho convention which assembled IN
the city of Richmond on the l2th gay
of June, 1901, to revise the Constitution
!, Of tho State of Virginia and amend the
same, providing for the registration o,
voters under tho Constitution adopted
BY tho said eonyention tho rn nd rs Svn rd
appointed for tho purpose BY the salo
convention, will open books for reglstra.-
ton of pll qualified voters In said ware
at the places and on tho days sta'eo'
II First Precinct, at No. 1901 West Broad
Street, September "a, d, 20 and rs, 1903.
Second Precinct at No. COS West Broad
street, septeg,ber 10. 10 and e. lW3:
Third Precinct. at No liz west FL SToao
street, September 10. 16 and II, 1903.
Said books to DO kept open, on the
DAYS and at the places stated, from Il
noon until o'clock P. NJ
All persons residing In any part OF tho
said Lee Ward that may DO quail
fed to register under tho present G on,
stitution, prior to 1st Of January, lua,
will be registered on application 70 me
said Board of Registrars at any OF the
above. mentioned places.
ROSCOE C. NELSON. Chairman'
RO, L, PEYTON, Secretary;
J. w, PERCIV-AI.
Board Of Registrars for Lee Ward
aug 2Ssept4