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Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-03-27

Ten thousand demons gnawing away
at ones vitals couldn't be much worse
than the tortures of itching piles. Yet
there's cure. Doan's Ointment never
fails.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-03-27
DR.. M. S. COHEN,

DR.. M. S. COHEN,
The only x-ray Specialist in Southern
Arkansas.
Chronic Diseases of Men, Women and
Children; Eye, Ear Nose and Throat
CONSULTATION FREE.
Offices, 202 l2 Main st, over j. b.
Simon Cos store.
PINE BLUFF, ARK.
Office Hours: to IL, / to .. m.. 7 to
8 Evenings.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1903-03-27

Burdock blood bitters gives a man
clear head, an active brain, strong,
vigorous body-makes him fit for the
battle of life
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
FEARFUL FOREST FIRES
$1 100000 Worth of Property De
 stroyed.

Bradford, Pa, April 30.-Forest fires have destroyed $l.000.00C worth of property in Northwest Pennsylvania during the lest week and are still raging Most of the damage was done today as the fires were kept under control by gangs of men until this morning when a stiff southwest gale sprang up and famed the shoulder ing embers into roaring mass of flames. Watsonville is reported destroyed and 1t is feared that a number of lives were lost. The last word from Watsonville said that fire was on all sides of the town and the people were fearful of be- ing burned to death. All wires are down in that direction.
 At Simpson. where there Is thick for est and many oil wells, the fire was fierce. On both sides of the railroad the woods were a mass of flames and swept over an area of two miles. taking everything in its path. The people of the town were rescued by a special train which was run as far as Davis City and then brought to Bradford Latest advices from Simpson say that the town is destroyed and 1t is feared several persons perished. Mount Jewett was saved but not until several buildings were burned.
 Fire is reported from many towns and a number of lumber camps and chemical factories are reported in ashes.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
F. THOMAS, l27 Best St, Buffalo. N. '

allow him a certain amount to wear and tear. deviltry and degeneracy, profit and loss, depreciation and futures. l agreed with myself-and his dear mother-that in his fifth year he must raise h-l about six times a day, soil three suits of clothes, tell a few white lies. be saucy to his mother, and chum with me.
 'If he exceeded the allowance for. which he was credited 1 entered into communion with him. In his sixth year l learned that there was more deviltry, and wear and tear in him than In his fifth, so ex-, banded his credit, as 1t were, and never interfered with his allowance until he exceeded it. Pretty soon, in his seventh, eighth and ninth years. there was a per- feet understanding between us, and we could talk over the matter like two partnerssin firm. If I seemed to make too small an allowance for wear and tear he would argue the subject; and it was the same with every other kind of steam that a healthy, live boy with an active brain must let out or burst. If have succeeded thus far in my first experiment, may try a second. My father cramped me to death when was growing up, and perhaps 1t Is due to that recollection that I am allowing my boy plenty of latitude and longitude. The main object is to im- prove the physical animal in early youth. and no boy will grow fat and solid, hearty, frank, fearless and active If he Is houn led for every peccadillo. When my boy is twelve 1 shall pay closer attention to his mental development.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
Celebration in New Orleans.

New Orleans. April 3o.-In commemora- tion of the centennial of the signing of the treaty of the cession of Louisiana, interesting ceremonies under the auspices of the Louisiana Historical Society were held today in the old Cabildo. the scene of tine transfer of the territory. The treaty was read in French by Charles T. Soniat and in English by James s. Zacharie. Lieutenant Governor Estopinal, Professor Alcee Fortier, President of the Historical Society; Associate Justice Mon roe and Acting Mayor Mehle made ad- dresses. A memorial tablet placed in the Cabildo by the Society of Colonial Danes was unveiled. It recited the erection of the buffding by the Spanish Government in the latter part of the eighteenth cen- tury for the use of the Cabildo or Gov ernment Council; the fact that in 1893 the formal transfer of the province of Louis jana from Spain to France and from France to the United States had taken place within its walls and the further fact that In 1925 it had served as the temporary residence of the Marquis de Lafayette while he was the guest of the State.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01

matisna. bIoating, frritability. wornout feeling, lack of ambition. loss of hesh, sallow complexion.
 If your water when allowed to remnm urdisturbed in glass or bottle for twen- ty-four hours. forms a sediment or nef- ting, or has Q cloudy appearance. t IT evidence that your kidneys and bladdex' need immediate attention.
 In taking Swamp Root you afford natsi- ral help to Nature. for Swamp-Root Is tho most perfect healer and gentle aid to ths Kidneys that is known to medical sctences
 Swamp-Root is the great discovery of Dr. Kilmer, the eminent kidney and blad-s der specialist. Hospitals use it with won-s derful success in both slight and severe -esses. Doctors recommend it to th4ItH patients and use it in their own families. because they recognize in Swamp Root the greatest and most successful remedy.
 If you have the slightest symptoms Of kidney or bladder trouble. or if there is < trace of it in your family history. send at once to Dr. Kilmer & Co.,. BinGhamton, N. Y., who will gladly sand you fir by mail. immediately. without cost to T sample bottle of Swamp-Root and
 of wonderful Swamp-Root testf
 Be sure to say that you read tb a ous offer in The Montgomery
 vertiser. If you are already convinced thas Swamp-Roo is what you need you can purchase the regular 1fty-cent and one dollar size bottles at drug stores every- where Don't make any mistake. but remember the name. swamp-Root pr. Kilmer's Swamp Root. and the address, Binghamton. N. Y., on every bottle.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
LoUBET BACK IN FRANCE.
Admiral Cotton Among Those tt
 Greet Him at Marseilles.


 Marseilles. April 3O.--President Loubet arrived here today from Bizerta, 'Tunis, which place he left yesterday on board the warship Jeanne d'Arc, escorted by the Freich fleet. As the Presidents ship approached the port moving at a slow speed she was saluted by the land batter les and the American warshlps under the command of Rear Admiral Cotton. As the Jeanne d'Arc entered the roadstead Ad- miral Cotton with a steam launch went alongside of the French cruiser. He was met at the rail by the captain of the vessel who presented him to M. Loubet. Admiral Cotton greeted the President and ex- pressed the affectionate sentiments of President Roosevelt and the American people toward the government and peo- pie of France
 The President cordially returned Ad. miral Cotton's greeting and asked the Admiral to assure President Roosevelt that France entertained the most cordial sentiments for the United States. The ships band then played The Star Span gled Banner" the Jeanne d'Arc fired an Admiral's salute, the American ships answered the salute, the French sailors piled with cheers for France.
 Later President Loubet landed and took a train for Paris where he will arrive to- morrow morning.
 Rear Admiral Cotton has won univer- sal esteem by his courteous attention to the French authorities. During the morn ing he received visits from the Cuban Consul. Admiral Rouvier. the Marine Commandant at Marseilles; M. Mastie, the Mayor of Marseilles. and General Matthias, commanding the 18th Army Corps. Many members of the American colony were also among the visitors.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
THREW BOMBS Al BANK
BULGARIANs ARE ACTIVE IN
 aALONICA.
Tn Encounters With Turkish Troops, Insurgent Bands Meet With Reverses-French Steamer
 Destroyed.

salonica. European Turkey. April so.- The Ottoman Bank was destroyed by dy- namite today.
 The Turkish postoffice and other buiid- ings were also attacked. resulting in c panic during which two men were killed and two persons were injured. A detach- ment of 2ooo additional troops has since arrived here from Smyrna.
 The attack on the bank was carried out by two bands of men. One of them at- tackled the guard on duty at the bank and the other hurled the bombs. It is thought that the strong room resisted the explo- sions. Several of the men who took part in the attack have been arrested.
 The destruction of the French steamer GuadalQuivir by an explosion while leav- ing this port Tuesday was evidently caused by Q bomb. A Bulgarian has been arrested in connection with the outrage.
 In an encounter with Turkish troops yesterday at Nexrokop. European Turkey, eighteen Bulgarians were killed and four teen were made prisoners. There was also a serious encounter near DJumabala, where a band of over 100 insurgents was annihilated.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
Funeral of Mrs. Elliott.

The funeral of Mrs. John c. Elliott, who died Wednesday morning, took place yesterday morning at 10:3O o'clock, from her late residence, 325 Catoma Street.
 The services were conducted by Rev. G. w. Patterson, D. D., pastor of the First Presbyterian Church.
 A large concourse of sympathetic friends attended the funeral and many evidenced their esteem for the deceased by placing large and beautiful floral dec- orations on the grave.
 The Order of Railroad Conductors, of which Captain Elliott. husband of the de- ceased Is member. sent a beautiful flower pillar to decorate the grave, and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers presented a floral design in the shape of an anchor, besides flowers sent from dist ant friends.
 The funeral was attended by Alex Stewart and wife of Flomaton, close rel atives of Mrs. Elliott.
 Mrs. Elliott was the wife of Capt John c. Elliott, popular railroad conductor and was niece of the late Judge Stone She was a daughter or Dr. Milton Har- rison of Gordonsville.
 Mrs. Elliott was a consistent member of the Presbyterian Church of Montgom- cry.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
WILL ABANDON cAMrA1an.
England Has Had About Enough in
 Somali1and.


 London, April 30.-In the House of Commons tonight War Secretary Brod- rick announced the virtual abandonment the army estimates members of the op- position attacked the government for mud ding the Somali campaign and doing un~ necessary police work for Italy. Lord Cranborne, Under Foreign Secretary having defended the governments course Somali operations were inevitable because of Great Britain's treaty engagements He denied that the government was pull ing chestnuts out of the fire for Italy and explained that Captain Plunkett had been carried too far by his eagerness to attack; his advance. he said. was uxl- dertaken on his own responsibility and was no part of General Manning's scheme es We are under no treaty engagement Mir. Brodrick.
 with regard to the future there is no intention to hold or administer the cot1u- try we are now in. Our policy is to keep the coast line and maintain the attach ment of the tribes to whom we are bound by treaty. We shall do everything possi- ble to break the Mad Mullahs power but we shall not send large force to pursue him as we have already dealt him a heavy, blow by the seizure of his cattle. hiz principal source of wealth."
 Mr. Lloyd CWelsh Nationalist said it was a relief to hear that the expedition had been abandoned. If the Mullah Is mad" said the member, T would like t0 know what the War Office is
 Mir. Brodrick objected to the use of the word abandoned"
 What said was" he explained. that having attained our object in driving the Mullah from Mudug we do not propose to operate further in that direction-~
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
LIFE SENTENCE FOR HOWARD.
Prisoners Not visibly Affected by the Verdict.

Frankfort. Ky, April SO.-In the third trial of James Howard for the killing of Governor William Goebel, over three years ago, the jury at 10:20 a. m. reported that it could not agree. Judge Cantrell then sent the jury back with instructions to remain until an agreement was reach ed 1t was 10:5S when the jury again came into the court room and handed to Sheriff Jeffers the sealed verdict which was passed to Deputy Clerk James, who read it as follows:
 We, the jury, find the defendant gull ty and fix his punishment at life impris- onment."
 Howard was not visibly affected by the verdict.
 The jurors took only one ballot on the question of, guilt or innocence, all twelve voting for a verdict of guilty.
 The disagreement was as to the punish ment and on this question nine voted for the death penalty and three for a life sentence.
 On the next ballot two of those who voted for life sentence came over with the nine.
 Juror Burkes then announced that he would under no circumstances vote for the death penalty and q verdict for Tiff, sentence was agreed upon.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
DECLINED BY DIR. MURRAY.
Dr. Bratton is Chosen Bishop oi
 Mississippi.


 Jackson, Miss, April 30.-The diocesan council of the Protestant Episcopal Church last night elected as bishop the Rev. John c. Murray formerly rector of the Church of the Advent in Birmingham. Ala. and now rector of the Church of St. Michael and All Angels, Baltimore.
 A telegram was received this morning from MT. Murray declining to accept the bishopric.
 His Language.
 Dr. Murray declined the bishopric in these words:
 Mississippi honors me above my worth. A sense of duty compels me to decline election.''
 The diocesan council this afternoon elected Rev. Theodore Bratton. D. D. of Raleigh. N. G., bishop of Mississippi. The lay delegates of the council were practically a unit for Dr. Sears. of Me ridian, and had their hearts set on his election. A majority of the clergy were not inclined to pr. Sears. This dif- ference of opinion between the two orders gradually widened and the laity were bent on war. It was for this reason that they refused to ratify the election of Dr. Walter c. Whitaker of Jackson. There was no personal objection to MT. Whitaker. but they were determined to rebuke the clergy for not giving them the name of pr. Sears. When MT. Whitaker's name was sent in the second time MT. Sears himself urged Its ratifica- ton, but the delegates had become so warmed up over the matter that they refused to yield.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
To Prove what SWAMPR0OT, the Great Kidney. Liver and Bladder Remedy will do you YOU, all Readers May Have Sample Bottle Sent Free by Mail.

Pain or duh ache in the back is unmis- takable evidence of kidney trouble. It is Natures timely warning to show you that the track of health is not clear
 IT these danger signals are unheeded, more serious results are sure to follow: Bright's disease, which Is the worst form .of kidney trouble, may steal upon you. The mild and the extraordinary effect of the world-famoub kidney and bladder remedy, Dr. Kilmer's Swamp Root, is soon realized. It stands the highest for It's wonderful cures of the most distress ing cases. A trial will convince anyone and you may have sample bottle free. by mail.
 Dr. Kilmer & Co.,, Binghamton, NY:
 Gentlemen:-When I wrote you last March for a sample bottle of Swamp Root my wife was great sufferer from backache, rheumatism and urinary trouble, also excess of uric acid and liver trouble After trying the sample bottle. she bought large bottle here at the drug store. That did her so much Swamp Root was wonderful and almost immediate. She has felt no return of
 F. THOMAS,
 427 Best St.. Buffalo. N. Y. Lame back is only one symptom of kid- ney trouble-one of many. Other symp- toms showing that you need Swamp Root are. being obliged to pass water often during the day and to get up many times at night, inability to hold your urine. smarting or irritation in passing, brick-dust or sediment in the urine, ca- tarrh of the bladder, uric acid, constant headache dizziness, sleeplessness. ner- vourness, irregular heart-beating, rheu-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
Rors to settle in MexicO.

Mexico City. April SO.-A tract of sS.OOO acres of ranch land near Santa RosaIIa. ChIahuahua, Is now open to settlement by the Boer Colony. Gen. W. D. Sny- man received word tonight that all ar- rsngements had been satisfactorily con eluded and left immediately for New York, where he will meet General vnl- joen and return with fifty families to establish the first settlement
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
Americans in Mexico.

Mexico City, April 50.-The party of directors and stockholders of the Mexi- can Mining and Exploration Company. in- cuding Rear Admiral Sehley, Senators Jones. Butler and others, are at present visiting at Parral Mexico. The party is expected to arrive in this city tomor- row. earlier than at first expected. They will be entertained rere' and will then visit other parts of he republic.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
SENT FREE.

Sample sent free by writing Blood Balm Co, ee Mitchell St. Atlanta. Ga. Describe yom trouble. and special free medical advice to EuIt your case also sent in sealed letter. Enough Bleed Balm Is sent free to prove It's marvelous curauve powers- Do not hesitate to write at onea as Blood BAls ,s sent fses cad prepaid. sEt-u
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
OWNS NO OIL LANDS.
Bryan's Only Business Venture is
 The Commoner.

Lincoln. Neb.. April 30.-W. J. Bryan today gave out the following statement to correct a misunderstanding and for the protection of the public
 MT. Bryan's attention has been called to some advertising matter which repro sents that ke, in connection with sev- eral Senators. was interested in Wyo- ming oil lands. This statement was de- nied at the time it was first printed but the fact that an oil company has used the notice that appeared then as the ba- sis of an advertisement. leads to this second denial. MT Bryan has not and never. has had an interest in any oil wells, oil lands or oil fields"
 MT. Bryan adds that he is not interested in any business enterprise except his paper. and says ne has studiously avoid ed taking stock in corporations.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
Rheu 1atism
 CURED
 Through the Blood By Botanic Blood Balm-worst old Cases Solicited-Aching Bones and Joints, Pains in Rack
 and LsgS Etc.
To Prove It Cures, Medicine Sent
 FREE

We want every Advertiser reader who hes rheumatism to send us his or her name. We will send them by return mail a sample oi Botanic Blood Balm. the wonderful Blood Remedy which has cured more old deep seated obstinate cases of rheumatism than all othsl remedies. doctors Hot Springs or linimenn combined. Botanic Blood Balm kills the pol. son in the blood with pure. rich blood. and in this way makes a perfect. permanent cura Botanic Blood Balm sends a rich tinSling food of warm blood direct to the paralyzed nerveA bones and joints. giving warmth and strength just where 1t s needed
 No matter how long you have suffered nol who or what has failed. B. B.B. (Botanto Bioos Balm) will cure you
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
AN IDEAL FATHERp
Anyway, He Has System" on
 Bringing Up a Boy.
New York Press.

New 1ork Press
 Once in a while there Is a perfect father. He is the man in 100000. I know such a one Bringing up boy" said he in reply to a friendly comment upon his 10-year- old, ''ist like keeping a set of books for a wholesale and retail mercantile house. There are certain accounts in all business that must enter into the question of sue cess or failure. You have profit and loss. wear and tear depreciation of plant etc, fathers, as rule, never place such ac- counts against their sons. I figured out when mine came to be about four and EaA hasianinS "a ssal bis oats that must
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
SYMPTOMS.

Bone pains. sciatica. shooting pains uS and down the leg aching back oT shoulder blades, swollen joints or swollen muscles. diff: nculty in moving around 50 you have to ust erutches. blood thin skin pale skin itchea and burns, shifting pains. bad breath, etc. Botanic Blood Balm will remove every synp' tom, give quick relief from the first dose and permanently cure fin a few weeks time Thou sands cured. Especially advised for old ehornic cases.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
NEGRO WANTED MONEY.
After Securing It He Fired at Vari-
 ous Houses.

ous Houses.
 Little Rock. Ark, April 30.-A special to The Gazette from Smithton. Ark. says: Henry Farrell, a negro. went to the depot here this afternoon and demanded of A. G. Grizzle that he give up what money was in the companys safe. Griz- gle refused Gnd locking the office. started home. Farrell kicked in the office door and found a shot gun and fired three shots at Grizzle striking him in the back. The negro then went to the postoffice and robbed the till after running the clerk out. Returning to the street he fired at every house in range but no one was injured. He then went to his fath- CTS house. Officers reached the house as he was coming out.
 They called to him to halt, but he kept on coming when they fired. killing him instantly. It is thought the negro was crazy.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
TO FORFEIT FRANCHISE.
Petition Directed Against a Texas
 Railroad.


 Railroad.
 Dallas. Tex, April 30.-A special from Austin, Tex, says: A petition has been filed with the Commission to direct the Attorney General to institute suit to for felt the charter of the Gulf, West Texas and Pacific Railroad Company. South ern Pacific property, for violation of its charter requirements.
 1t is stated that this charter, which was granted in 1872 by special act of the Leg islature provided that it should build a certain number of miles each year until it had extended it's line to San Antonio. Austin and other places named. These extensions have never been made.
 Forfeiture is also asked on the ground that the line Is parallel and competing with the New York, Texas and Mexican Railroad and that the stock in both of these lines Is owned by the Southern Pa cific Company. The petitioner Is Frank Cochran.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
Botanic Blood Balm CB. B. a.) is

Pleasant and safe to take Thoroughly tests4 for 30 years. Composed of Pure Botanic ini gredients. Strengthens weak kidneys and weak stemachs. cures dyspepsia Complete di4 reetions go with each bottle
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
FIFTEEN SAILORS SLAIN.
Rumors of Casualties as Result of
 Riot in Trinidad.

Halifax. N. S.. April 3O.-It is reported here tonight that fifteen of the crew of the British second class cruiser Pallas were killed and a number Injured during the rioting at Port of Spain. Trinidad, on Tuesday
 The officials at the Admiralty refuse to confirm or deny the reports,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
pr. Bratton Considerine It.

Raleigh, N. C.. April s0.-Rev Theodore D. Bratton. D. D., rector of St. Mary's School here, who was today elected Bishop of Mississippi. has the matter un- der advisement, but has not yet conclud- ed to accept. A committee from Mis- sissippi is coming here to confer with him.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-05-01
Program for Today.

St. Louis, April Swallowing is the program for tomorrow, International Day, Friday, May 1:
 103o-Members of the Diplomacy Corps. representatives of foreign governments to the Exposition and other official guests will assemble at the St. Louis Club to be conducted by military escort to the Lib- eral Arts Building.
 12 Noon-Assembly called to order by Cowin H. Spencer. Ceremonies as fol- lows: Invocation by Rev. Carl Swens- son. Introduction of John M. Thurston, President of the day. Greetings to the foreign representatives by David R. Francis. Music by U. s. Marine Band. Address by the French Ambassador, Jean J. Jusserand. Halielujah Chorus, from the Messiah. Address by the Spanish Minister, Senor Don Emilio de Ojeda. Music. Benediction by Rev. Samuel J.. Nichols. Centennial salute of 100 guns.
 8 p. m.-Fire works at Administration Building.