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The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
TO HOLD TWO PRIMARIES.
Executive Committee of Bibb Take
 Action,

Action.
 Centerville, Dec. 15.-(Special )-The executive committee of the Denaocratic party in Bibb county met here to-day to transact business relative to the nom- ination of county officers for this county. All of the members except one were pres ent and much interest was manifested. Dr. W. J. Nicholson who was chairman of the executive committee resigned. ow- ing to the fact that he is candidate for the office of county treasurer, J. c. Oakley was elected chairman of the coun- ty executive committee to succeed Dr. Nicholson. The committee was in session for some time and finally ordered two primaries to be held for the selection of county offices. The first primaries to be
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
COMPLIMENT TO AN
 ATARAMA GTRT

The New Yorker of this month. con- tains a pretty picture of Miss Marguerite White of Birmingham.
 In referring to Miss White as a South ern type of beauty The New Yorker has the following:
 The New Yorker is printing the picture of a very pretty, charming young South ern girl Miss Marguerite White, who will find a pleasant place in society when she has finished her studies and comes out Miss White is the only daughter of the Hon. Frank s. White of Birmingham. Ala. one of the most prominent lawyers in the State. Miss White is attending school at the Fairmont Academy in Washington. D. C.. and when she is graduated will have a brilliant place in gay world as her people have recently moved Into their fine new home on the North Highlands of Birmingham. and have always been famous for their South erp hospitality. Miss White is niece of Mrs. Walker Curry of this city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

The congregation of the First Baptist Church of this city made It's pastor, Rev. T. B. Caliaway. a present of a handsome buggy and harness. The present came a little ahead Of time. but was none the Teas appreciated as the popular pastor Informed his congregation Sunday.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Rev. Robert McAlpine. a missionary of the Southern Presbyterian Church to Ja- pan. is visiting his mother and other relatives in this city. Mir. McAlpine has been in the Japanese field eighteen years. This Is his second visit home. He filled the pulpit Of the Presbyterian Church of thls city Sunday and delivered two very instructive dlscourses.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
MISS RAY AND
 MR. SHOWER MARRIED.

Monday evening at 6 o'clock at the home of Rev. E.. D. Cobbs, Miss Mamie Ray and Mr. Sam Stowers were united in mar iage, Rev. B. E. Cobbs officiatinR.
 The marriage was a quiet one on ae- count of sickness in the home of Mrs. Maggie Tisdale, the aunt of the bride. and withzwhom the bride had made her home for a number of years.
 The bride is the daughter of Mr. Frank Ray of Mobile. and is a young woman who has many friends who will be in- terested in her marriage.
 Mir. Blowers, was formerly of Showdown but is now employed at Fleming's restau- rant MT. and Mrs Stowers are at home 10 their friends at the Hotel Fleming.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
TRox's NEW OFFICERS.
City Employees Are Chosen by thu
 GoxanNa1

C0U0CA4s
 Troy, Dec. 15.--tSpecial.) .)-The Mayor and CouncIlmen of this city held their annual election last night, with the fol- lowing results:
 John Gamble was reelected City Clerk and Treasurer. This is the seventh time Mir. Gamble has filled this ofiice success sively. Hon. W. H. Sanford was re- elected City Attorney. K. NJ. Henderson was reelected to the position of Super intendent of Strets. and Joseph Champion was reelected City Sexton. OfIicers for the Police Department are as follows: R. P. Mcbride, Chief of Police. and Will Jackson, Cisna Carroll and John Walters, policemen.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
DANCE AT 0REENvTLLE.
Given in Honor of Visiting Young
 Women.

Given in Honor of Visiting Young
 Women.
 Greenville. Dec. 1s.--tSpecial.)-T most delightful dance given for months was tendered the visiting young ladies last evening at the city hall. The honorees Miss Pedigo, Glasgow, Ky; Miss Emmie Herbert, Texas; Miss Louise Herbert, Montgomery. The german was led by pr. E. I. Kendrick and Miss Pedigo. The other dancers were: Misses Elsie Win kler, Aileen Powell, Gena Ppon, Lola May Traweel1, Pet McMillan, Bessie Lichten. Gertie Ehibert. Sadie Stejnhart, Kate Rouse. Frances Boiling, Jessie Bur nett. Clara Steiner. Florence Lehman. Kate Herbert Mrs. Nell Ryan; Messrs. Kenneth Kirkpatrick. c. B. Herbert. Mckenzie. Oscar Riley, F. H. Winkler, James Adams. J. H. Wilson. o. White, Ralph Searcy, Iva Adams. Herd Ernest. J. c. Hogue. Hugh Kendrick, L. L. Stein hart, Win TraweeiS, Joe Talmadge, Frank Smith. Also attending were Mir. and Mrs. Arthur Gamble, Mir. and Mrs Monte Dickerson Mir. and Mrs. c. G. Lazenby, Mir and Mrs. J. Lee Long. Mir. and Mrs. Walter Flowers. Mrs, A. Steinhart, Mrs. W. R. Pierce. Mrs. L. D. Herbert.
 The young ladIes' minstrel company, at- tended by several chaperones, went to Ft. Deposit this morning and will give an entertainment there tonight. They win play again here tomorrow evening for the benefit of the Chapter, U. D. c.
 Miss Mary Pedigo, who has been the guest of Miss Winkler, leaves this aftsr- noon for Franklin. Ky. to visit friends.
 R. B. Dickerson of Memphis. Tenn. Is visiting his old home and relatives.
 Mrs. Ballard of Montgomery is visiting her sister-in-law. Mrs. Lou King.
 Mrs. W. N. Cannon, who has been very Ill, ia reported much better,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

The ladies of First Baptist Church will offer for sale on December 16, 16, IT, at 116 Montgomery Street, choice collection of articles suitable for Christmas gifts, also 1na as 'ort. ment of home-xnade cakes, uaaidies, cts. Lunch and supper served each day.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

It was found that the wounds of the young man Davis who was shot here Sat- urday night are not serious. The little finger of his right hand was shot off. but the shot that apparently pierced his bow els did not reach the cavity of the ah6o- men. Two negroes have been arrested on the charge of being implicated in the crime. but it seems doubtful as to wheth- CT 1t will be possible to connect either one of them with the offense.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Mrs. Ment. Nandiver was called to Nash vile yesterday on account of the serious illness of her mother. Mrs. Fryer.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Miss Margaret Brewer of Dallas, Texas. is expected in Montgomery in a day or two to visit Miss Matthews on Amanda Street.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

LAyo Ps n gentle and yeliahie laxellse aesgn- sd D promote the heelsy and normal acton q the sch, druggists sse.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
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Mrs. George G. Greene has returned from a visit to Mrs. George Hoffman at Pensacola. Fla. end is at home at 62l Jefferson Street.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Statements of the length of thread in q ailkwornats cocoon have varied from a few hundred yards up to alsven miles.
 Measuring four specimens Mir. l.. Q. Howe ara has found the lengths to range from 80 to l,laO yards.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
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Clayton. Dec. 1s.-~(speciaI.s .s~W. Is Bush, brother-in-law of pr. J. l.. Wac klns of Montgomery died Of pneur1o haEa this morning after aa Mansns et aAlI . few days. Fl
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

After having been in rented quarters since its organization the Morgan County National Bank has moved into its own home which h recently purchased on Sec ond Avenue. The building purchased was used by the Exchange Bank in boom days, It is one of the finest and most up-to-date bank buildings in North Ala hama
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Meta WemensA book coneerning disezsee pQeunr to woEnen will he msiied ln plain sealed envelope tree upo fequest addressed to The AmeEican Drug CO, Birmng
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
Talking About Fenli1a1a
7he Prescription of m Emnent Phyacian for dH Diseases Peculiar to Women.

Women everywhere talking about Fenaa Especially those who it's manhle Femnala haggard from
 
 irregularities of mhuaion; diseases pg falling of eS.< sa3t. Nothing for such diseases medical science. will afford speedy relief number of and it only dsabl of its marvellous beneficial and poweG Fenmnaia sold and gaEansesd by duggsts
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Candidates are beginning to announce for the various county offices. Hon. A. J. Driver, the present incumbent, Hon. J. D. Norman of Lanett, Hon. W. N. Gachet of Lanett. at present Tax As- sessor of the county, and Hon. M. V. Maley of Fredonia, at present Tax Coi- lector of the county, have announced themselves as candidates for the office of Judge of Probate. As yet no announce ments have been made in the local paper.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

The smallpox situation here was at one time thought to be much improved, but new cases are developing and several have recently been carried to the pest house. It has ceased to be confined to the negroes. there being several cases among the whites in the surrounding country, and some in the city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Miss Claude Benton of Tuscaloosa. has been in Lafayette for ten days, visiting her sister. Miss Fannie Ross Benton, teacher of music in the Lafayette Col loge.
 Mrs. Berry and family of Daviaton. have recently moved into their new home in Lafayette. They occupy the house va- cated by W. N. Tucker.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

There came to town yesterday a very pathetic true story. which follows: Death claimed Saturday two children of Mir. and Mrs. Chap Chapman, who live six miles north of Greensboro. The mother is in the last stages of consumption and her 11-year-old daughter. Bessie, has had enc tire charge of the baby of one year. Both succumbed to pneumonia and were buried in the same coffin, the little mother" with the babe In her arms. Several friends from here attended the funeral. which took place at a Methodist Church in the country nearby, Rev. Mir. Williams ofIi. ciating.
 Rev. John Van Lear of Tuscaloosa closed very successful series of ser vices at the Presbyterian Church bare and left for Selma. where he will assist in the ordination of Rev. Robert F. Otis, formerly of Greensboro, and a son of the late Rev J. M. P. Otis, D. D.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
MARRIAGE OF MIR. HARRIS
 ANn nRYES HARRIS.

A quiet home wedding took place Mon day night at the home of the brides mother, at No. Jefferson street. when Miss Julia Maude Harris was married to Mir. Richard Henry Harris of Ensley. the Reverend M B. Williams. pastor of the Baptist Church at Hayneviile officiating.
 The ceremony was witnessed by only the near relatives and a few friends of the young couple. wedding supper was served immediately after the ceremony. Miss Harris is the daughter of Mrs. A. G. Harris and is a very attractive young woman. NfF. Harris Is a young business man of 'Ensiey.
 Their friends will wish for them suc- cess and happiness.
 Mir. and Mrs. Harris will be at home at Ensley after January l.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Bishop Beckwith Confirms Class at
 Episcopal Church.
 Talladega. Dec. I5.-(Special.l .l-Bishop Beckwith held service in St. Peter s Episcopal Church of this city Sunday morning and evening, At the close of the evening service a class of five candi- dates was confirmed.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16


 Some rsnarkable photographs of Prof. Stephan sLeduc of Nantes. represent a kind of electric stencillng upon the dry plates. A symmetrical design cut from cardboard ia laid upon the plate. which a then sprinkled with an tnsulakinR powdsE, such as starch, sulphur. or a powdered oxide or metallic salt when the cardboard is removed. The non-aensittve surface eg the plate Is placed on Q metallic laa9 coup nected to one pole of an induataon aoil ar electric machine. while point in the een- ter of the design is connected to the Qth- or pole. A single discharge is produced, the plate is freed from powder and the picture is developed in the usual way. The result is always unfoToRoOn. It may be varied not only by different dssiGns, but by distributing over the sensitive sur face various bits of different rnetalas ana by using different powders variouaiy dis tributed: The beauty and diversity of the designs pictured give great fascination to the experiments
 The changes of color of leaves in au- tumn are found by Dr. KeeRan an Ena~ fish investigator to depend on the min- eral matters, especially the ailica and lime. Leaves that become red, are those containins less than 10 per cent 0s siliea, while those that become yellow or brown have more than 10 per cent. The mineral matters seem to flow to the dying leaf. fin quantity proportionate to the decay Of It's vitality. ana the American climate sus- tains the vitality of the leaf to a degree not possible in England. where Indian summer is raro-
 A recent study of the so-called rain-trea of the tropics shows that 1t closes ttn leaves at sunset. permitting dew tO fQzm on the ground beneath. Al sanHign the leaves again expand. preventing exeaaal0A- evaporation. and in the shade of the tree grass grows much more rapidly than tn the open.
 Small herds of biesbok, bonteb0k, ree4s buck aud zebra in South Africa have suss vived the Boer war, although prevloUslN nearly extinct.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
CANDIDATES ARE THICK.
Four in Race for Probate Judge of
 Chambers.

Lafayette, Dec. 15.-(Special. .)-Chanccry Court. with Chancellor R. B. Kelly on the bench, convened Monday and ad- journed at noon Tuesday. There was a light docket and all the business was dis posed of.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Mrs. Isaaore Veil will receive every second and fourth Thursdays at her home on South Perry Street.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

while 'thsr percentage in the self.aaartive Is but 50. Bad handwriting often attends
 great moral faiiings. but gcod handwfft- ing betokens health, good temper. abilisg
 and conscientiousness.
 Houses of sand, as suhstantiaI as gran
 ite,, are offered by the nsw process of Mr.
 s. P. Ford of oresfoFd. England. A uix- , ture of sand and 0uickiime in snisahla proportions is forced into q very strong steel mold, which is placed In q box from which the air is then pumped whom hot water Is admitted. The heat and pressure. of the alacking hne and steam mold the materials into 6 rock having 60 per cent Of the strength of granite. This building stone, ready for use in eight hours. is very durable and it's cost is low, bricks by this process costing little more than half as much as the ordinary.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

IN HONOR OF MISS GORDON.
 Ops of the prettiest game parties Of the season was that at which Mrs. T. c. McKeithen aentertained, yesterday at her horner on South Lawrence street, when she complimented her cousin.t Miss Eve lyn Gordon of Colierine.
 The home was eiahorately decorated in Southern smflax, potted palms. ferns and cut flowers. The hall was in green and white, with a charming placing of gorgeous palms. and tall vases of white roses and carnations. In the parior where Mrs. McKeithen received and introduced her guest of honor. the attractive plan was red and green, and American beau- ties were the flowers used with exquis- ite effect.
 Mrs. McKeithen received her guests in a toilette of black velvet with bodice Of white silk and Miss Gordon wore hand some gown of blue crepe de chine.
 The game of progressive finch was played at eight tables, and the prizes were awarded as follows: Miss Nell Wil- Hams received the first prize, a gold thimble; to Mrs. J. D. Cody fell the con solation prize, a lovely stick pin, and Mrs. Albert Brame won the Looby prize, a china doll paper weight.
 After the games were over and the prizes awarded Mrs. McKeithen's guests enjoyed delicious refreshments.
 The score was kept by Miss Annie May Howe and the other guests who enjoyed meeting Miss Gordon were: Mesdames John Walker, R. s. Hill, William Hill, J. D. Cody. Albert BraTne. Charles Aber- crombie, Warren Reese, Eldridge Norton. John Young, Brooks Flowers, Maxie Pep pernan Misses Nell Williams. Ila May Stones. Buchanan of opeIika, Emma Her bert, Sallie Jackson, Sallle Halls, Mamie offutt, Susie Offutt, Nora Spann, Belle Stuart, Rebie McKeithen.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Small herds of biesbok. bontebOk, reeas buck and zebra in South Africa have sisss vived the Boer war, although prevlouGlq nearly extinct.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

The Commercial Club held a large and enthusiastic meeting in its club rooms here last night The question of better telegraph and express service for New Decatur was taken up and discussed at length and . committee was appointed to confer with the proper authorities in ref- erence to the matter. The club has q movement on foot to raise funds for Q New Decatur exhibit at the St. Louis Worlds Fair. The meeting adjourned to meet Thursday night. at which time mat ters of great importance to the city will come before the club.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Miss Mary Pedigo. who has been the guest of Miss Winkler. leaves this after noon for Franklin, Ky. to visit friends.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Mir. and Mrs. George Copeland who have been here and in Hayneville, for
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
BEST EVER SEEN.
GresnsgorO Delighted With the

Christmas Advertiser.
 Greensboro, Dec 15.-(Special.) )-Every- body is discussing the handsome Christ mas edition of The Advertiser and so many nice compliments were paid dear Grandma" that her ears must have burned. Some said 1t was the finest and most comprehensive newspaper edition ever seen in this section; and all agreed The Advertiser was a first-class paper, by far the best in the State, and con- Eratulated the editors upon their success.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

The Broad Street parks are being plowed with view of planting them in grasses and to otherwise beautify them by the time the spring season comes on.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

R. B. Dickerson of Memphis. Tenn. Is visiting his old home and relatives.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Mrs. Ballard of Montgomery is visiting her sister-in-law. Mrs. Lou King.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
TALLADEdA EVENTS.

Mrs. W. N. Cannon, who has been ' III. Is reported much better.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

London produces ten lunatics per day: New York nearly aa many, with ereatef proportionats increaaA
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16
DUNAvANrlNEwsoN.
Two Popular Young Psraons Married in New Decatur.

in New Decatur.
 New Decatur, Dec. a6.-(8peclaL) )-AIIsu Katie Naweon and Albert Dunavant. h0th Of this city, were married yesterday af- ternOon at the home of the brides par ents. the Rev. Dr. s. P. EmePson oalciat- mg. Immediately after the ceremony Mir. and Mrs. Dunavant left on a short trip to Birminghim. They will be at home to their friends in New Decatur after Thurs- day. Mir. Dunavant is a son of T. c. Du- navant, one of the oldest and beat known citizens of the city. Miss Newsom was we'll known in society circles here.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-16

Hundreds of fine hogs have been slain this week and the farmers seem to be better supplied this year than in many
The Washington times., 1903-07-16
HINTS FOR WASHINGTON H0USEKEEPERS

sfromM
selling better each market
jump
today
Raspberes
practically
be the dealers and
than other fish,
chants Potomac
the clearer will cate 0
sretsnm marke follow
rhuba
u c c
cey Sc
caulaower cabbage head
basket spinach. "a peck
schweltze SOC lb; domestic. 2Oc lb
ID: turkeys Csc
pcrb
DRESSED zoe 25c lb spring
mbch
22c; liver
IPotoma buterhsh
hardsh
founders
M pe Kennebec salmon 25c lb perch % to lSc per h.
The Washington times., 1903-07-16
BAPTIST CHURCH
EXEMPTED FROM TAXATION

The Commissioners have approved an
order exempting the property of the
Snow Creek Baptist Church from future
taxation, and recommending that all un-
paid taxes be cancelled. The church is
located on part of lot 5. section Z. Barry
Farm, District of Columbia and had
been used for religious purposes since
1885. The taxes from 1891 to 1903, in
elusive with the single exception Of the
year 1900. have not been paid. In 1900
the property was sold but the trustees
OF the church have purchased the tax
sale certificate and surrendered II for
cancellation.
The Washington times., 1903-07-16
NEW DIPLOMATIC HOME
FOR NATIONAL CAPITAL
General Hernandez, From Venezu.
ella, to Reside Here.

Another diplomatic home will be add
ed to the list OF embassies. and legations
maintaining residences in Washington,
when General Hernandez. the recently
appointed minister Of Venezuela to the
United States, establishes himself here
in that capacity a short time hence.
While the affairs OF that country have
been in the hands OF Senor Pulido as
charge d'affsires. he has had the lega-
tion Office at the Cochran. but with the
resumption Of diplomatic business by an
official Of ministerial rank a house will
be leased as headquarters.
Negotiations looking TO this end will
probably be undertaken as soon as the
new minister arrives in Washington next
week. He started from La Guayra last
Sunday on the steamer Caracas. and is
expected at New York next Monday. On
arrival there he will be met by Senior
Pulido. whose duties as charge d'affaires
Will terminate and become those OF the
secretary of legation as soon as Cen
eral Hernandez is officially recognized
in his diplomatic position. A call at
the State Department for this purpose
diplOmatist will give his attention after
taking up his residence here.
Owing to the probable desire of Ell
MOcho," the new minister, 10 get into
touch quickly with the state of diplo-
matte business in the legations care,
Senor Pulido is not making any plans
for leaving Washington on his vaca-
ton IL is thought proba bile however.
that the summer climate of the Capital
may not be altogether to the minister s
liking and that he may decide TO post
pOne as much OF the detail work as
possible until the fall. In this event
lei MOcho" may determine to 90 to
Saratoga, for which place he is said to
hold high regard as a summer resort
Senor Pulido's vacation is likely TO be
spent at some Of the leading New Jersey
aud New England resorts.
The Washington times., 1903-07-16
Weddings.
Bussey-B Beattie.

DuSStJ -DSdl A4e-
Miss Bessie Belle Beattie and French
d. Bussey were married last evening at
the Vermont Avenue Christian Church
The bride wore a girlish gown of white
peau de pene elaborately trimmed with
Valenciennes LACE, picture hat Of lace.
and carried shower bouquet Of Bride
roses. Mrs. Frank R. Ferguson, of Chi
cago, was matron OF honor and gave her
In marriage. She wore a frock of white
etamine. The maid of honor, Miss
Priestly. wore blue organdy over blue
taffeta silk. with hat to match. Miss
Alice Grinder. the only bridesmaid. wore
a dainty white Swiss gown and a large
white hat. The best man was Jack
Lord
The bridal party entered the church to
the strains OF the wedding march from
'Lohengrin," played by Miss Addie
Sparks. During the ceremony she play
ed, "Oh, Promise Me-" and the "Sehu-
bert Serenade." and at it's conclusion
the "Mendelssohn Wedding March"
The ceremony was performed by the
Rev. DR.. Bagby, after which a small re-
ception was held at the home of the
bride.