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The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
The News of Birmingham

$. Lawler will be awaited by the officials in Washington. still there appears to be a certainty of some changes in affairs hereabouts.
 As has been stated before, there are nc criminal charges against Postmaster Law Ter. He Is charged with ineompetency having an unclean postoffice, etc. Rumors have 1t that politics has something to dc with the trouble at Ensley, MT. Lawler not being an ardent Black and Tan Republican. He has not however, been afiiliating strongly with the lilly whites either, but he Is supposed to have strong friends among the lilly whites" Accord ing to the talk in Republican ranks should Mir. Lawler be removed he would prob ably be succeeded by MT. Standifer. now Assistant District Attorney under MT. Roulhac. The vacancy in the attorney ship office would be filled by J. J. Curtis the young attorney who recently moved to Birmingham from Cullman where he was for a number of years a United States Commissioner. He was once the Republican candidate for Congress in the Seventh District. At the last meeting of the Republican State Executive Commit tee, MT. Curtis led the black and tan'' element and was the man to introduce the important resolutions which prevailed.
 These rumors are supplemented by oth- CTS to the effect that there are still other changes contemplated in the Federal of fees in this State. but the talk in Bir- mingham does not yet connect any in particular other than those mentioned. MT Curtis is a member of the firm of Cowart & Curtis.
 The rumors have 1t that the lily whites have not been routed enough as yet and another twist is to be given them. The next round promises to be interesting and the fight within the ranks of the Re- publican party is interesting.
 No definite announcements have been made yet as to the position of postmaster at Ensley. but by those who have been watching the case, no other name Is mentioned for the job than Mir Standifer. He is considered capable. His brother Is postmaster at Gadsden. The sister posi- tion will pay better after July 1 than it ever did before. It is contended by some that it will not be necessary for the Pres ident to reappoint Mir. Lawler in case il should be decided not to interfere with him in the office. until next December when his term expires. Others contend however, that a new appointment will be necessary July 1, when the office becomes a second class one.
 MT. Lawler is watching his interests during the investigations by the special examiner He Is making no statements whatsoever.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
will Talk of Railroad.

A meeting of the Commercial Club com mittee on the proposed Birmingham Huntsville Railroad was held in the Com mercial Club rooms this morning at Il O clock. The object of the meeting was to prepare for the big session tomorrow afternoon at 3:30 o'clock, when the dele gates from Huntsville. Scottsboro, Albert vile and other intervening towns will confer with Birmingham business men on the construction of the proposed road.
 After discussion of the subject, the fol- lowing resolution, introduced by N. F.. Thompson and seconded by J. A. Mont gomery, was adopted:
 Resolved That the chairman of this meeting is authorized to appoint special committee of six members, of which he shall be chairman. to confer with simi- lar committee from Huntsville. whose du- ties shall be to propose such plan or plans for the furtherance of the enter price as may to them seem riget and pl oper This shall include estimates for surveys, rights of way. etc. and after conference 1t shall be authorized to act in conjunction with said Huntsville committee in the procuring of a charter for the railroad to be known as the Huntsville Birmingham Railway Com pany. They shall report their action to the meeting of the general joint commit tees tomorrow.
 In accordance with this resolution. Mir Rufus N. Rhodes of The Birmingham News. acting as chairman at the request of Mir F. Nj. Jackson, who is engaged on the miners scale committee, appointed the following special committee, he be- ing chairman. by provision of the resolu- ton:
 N F. Thompson, J. A. Montgomery. James Bowron, M. V. Joseph and Robert Jemison.
 The Huntsville delegation is expected in the city this evening A meeting of the special committees will be held tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock preparatory to the general meeting tomorrow afternoon at 3;30 o'clock.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
Thompson in Washington.

J. o. Thompson. Collector of Internal Revenue. and one of the referees of fed eral patronage in this State, is in Wash ington.
 With his presence in that city there is much gossip in this State. and expecta- tions are that the heads of some of the ofhce-holders in Alabama will fall into the basket
 At his office the only statement that Is given out is that MT. Thompson has gone to Washington. The nature of the busi- ness calling him there is not known and no intimation will be given whatsoever by men in his offlce.
 Rumors have 1t that the postmaster ship at Ensley will be considered by MT Thompson while he is in Washington and though the report of the special ex- aminer now at Ensley investigating charges brought against Postmaster T
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
sEWANEE NOTES.

Sewanee, Tenn, June 25-(Speciai.)-A circle of ebony faces on the stage or Forensic Hall welcomed large crowd last night and for two hours fun reigned supreme The occasion was the perform ance of the Dramatic Club.
 The program was a great success, con- taining some of the best men on the mountain, and the audience gave each selection an encore Possible the best selection was a bass solo sung by MT. Bird. entitled, Beneath the Waters Blue" An added item of interest that the words and music were by MT Seikel' a student of the University. The song is really a work of merit, and was well interpreted by MT. Bird. Mir. Kershaw and MT. Cope both sang tenor solos well.
 The after-piece, entitled My Old Ken lucky Home" a melodramatic skit, by Mir. Hare of the University, was well acted and well received. MT. Wheat play ed the character of an old negro splendid ly. and MT. Bostrom did the character of a negro woman well.
 The entertainment was very successful and was enjoyed by all who were present It Is understood that 1t was very success ful financially as we'll.
 The University reception was given last night in the library building and very pleasant hour was spent by the students and the visitors to the mountain. The receiving party consisted of Dr. Wiggins Mrs. Henneman, Mrs. Piggott and Miss Galleher. The grounds were handsomely lit up with Chinese lanterns and the Breslin Tower was handsomely illum. mated.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
EPWoRTH LEAGUERS.
The Convention at opelika Concludes
 Its Work.

The Convention at opelika Concludes
 Its Work.
 opelika, June 25.-(special.)-The State Convention of the Epworth League which has been In session here since Wednes- day, adjourned tonight. Dr. H. M. Du- bose delivered an address last night, No bIesse Oblige," which was one of the rar- est gems of oratory ever heard here
 There was a o'clock sunrise session this morning. A Bible reading by Miss Daisy Davies of Atlanta. Song and pray CT Reading of the minutes.
 There was a business session at 9:15 and the following program was observed: The Model Epworth League, Its pastor. dis cussion: It's officers. Rev. Henry M. Ste- venson. Alexander City; Its Members, J. B. Alrey, Evergreen; Its Devotional Ser vices. G. A. Grant. Montgomery; It's Charities, Miss Mabel Wheeler, Birming- ham; It's Literary and Social Meetings, Miss Helen B. Gill. Huntsville; Its Study | Glasses and Circles, discussion; Its Busi- | ness Methods and Meetings, w. O. Brownfield, Opelika; Its Connectional Re- | lationships, discussion; Advantages of a | Separate Junior Organization, Miss Pat tie Gilmer, Montgomery; The Junor De- partment and Methods of Work, discus sion. Song Service.
 | 1l:O a. m. Conference Alabama Leagues and Missions.
 | 3:15 p. m. Service of song. Bible read ing, Love at Work. Song and Prayer paper, "The Christian Young Woman, by Miss Lalu Andrews of Lafayette; pa per, "The Christian Young Man" Rev c. L. Chiffon. Jr., Linden. Song. Min utes Business Session. Prayer.
 500 D. m. Service of Song. Scripture reading and prayer. Address, "All fol Christ" Rev. F. P. Culver, Huntsville Personal testimony meeting. led by pr J. W. Newman, Talladega. Business ses sion, minutes, benedlction and adjourn ment.
 The greatest enthusiasm in the Leagu,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26

Birmingham, June 25.-(Special.) )-There will probably be no report from the scale |committee of miners and operators, which has heen wrestling with the two scales presented at the joint conference on Mon- day.
 The minor points in the wage scales pre- sented by the two sides have been adopt ed. but the main questions. the semi monthly pay day, the eight hour day and the advance of 1-2 cents per ton on the maximum and minimum wages. are pro- wing vexing and the indications are that there will be no scale ready by tomorrow afternoon when the conference will reaas- semble. The indications point to strike in the coal mines in this State where United Mine Workers of America are employed. The statement Is made that the larger consumers of coal and coke
 are about prepared for a suspension of a few weeks at he coal mines. W. R. Farley, the Alabama member of the National Executive Board of the United Mine Workers of America. who Is acting as advisor to the miners, today stated that he was in receipt of letter from Secretary Ryan of the Illinois dis trict organization in which that officer wrote that the Alabama miners should receive all advances from which he tFair- ley) concludes that if there is a strike in this State Illinois will give financial and other support to the miners in this State.
 There is still good feeling prevailing be- tween the miners and operators who are on the joint scale committee.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
Walker Well Guarded.

Extra precautions have been taken by Sheriff Jack Moore of Walker County 10 prevent any possible attack on the Jail at Jasper, where Henry Walker, the negro who was convicted for the killing of Mrs J. c. Dickinson at Cordeva last March, Is confined. Walker should have ben hanged on last Friday. His attor- news have taken an appeal and the Supreme Court will shortly receive the briefs in the case. The death sentence was imposed on Walker. The trial lasted three days and there was a large crowd at Jasper. Night before last according to information had by Sherin Moore a crowd gathered at Cordova and they in tended going to Jasper to make an attack on the jail and get the man. At the
 Cordova depot the crowd backed out. Last night another effort was made to star, a crowd to Jasper but 1t too backed out at the last moment. Sheriff Moore de clares that any mob attacking his jail will find strong resistance and that some onf will be hurt sure if an effort is made | to get the negro.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
Cannot Pay its Debts.

Wentworth Tucker. Otto Agrlcola and E. W. Daily have filed a petition in the Federal Court to place the Meckian Wagon Company of Gadsden, with head offices in New York, in involuntary bank ruptcy. It is alleged by the petitioners that the Mecklan Wagon Company IS their debtor to the sum of over s1, 900, and that the firm is insolvent. Attached to the petition Is a statement of the company acknowledging the claims of the petition CTS and admitting inability to pay its debts.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
Winter Bound Over.

United States Commissioner H. A. Will son today fixed the bond of c. H. Win ter. who is charged with keeping Nellie Fields, a negro girl, in involuntary ser vitude near Brookside, Ala, at 2,OOO for his appearance before the grand jury at it's next term. In this cause the com plalning witness swore that she was kept in a railroad construction camp against her will and had to submit to living with negro men.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
ToMBIaBEE IMPROVEMENT
Meeting Called to Convene at Wien
 na June 30.

Demopolis, June 24.-tSpecial.)-A call has been issued by the permanent lm- provement Committee of the Tombigbee River. for a convention to be held at Vi- enna Ala, Tuesday, June 30, and assur- ances have been received from quite a number of leading men of Alabama and Mississippi of their intention to be pres ent.
 Congressmen Chandler of Mississippi. and Bankhead of Alabama have signified their intention to be present. The con vention will have for its object the per manent navigability of the river, and will memoralize Congress for an appropriation sufficient to secure channel depth or six feet the year round.
 The call Is signed by the following gem tlemen E. R. Sherman, w. M. Pente- cost, John P. Mayo and P. W. Mayer of Lowndes: Walter Windham of Pickens, J. L. Pattey of Noxubee. Sam Jones of Sumter. E. o. Sykes of Monroe. A. C.. Danner of Mobile, W. B. Peebles of Vi- enna and John Rogers of Gainesville.
 The engine at the cement factory broke down a few days ago. and T. c. Cairns Is now in St. Louis purchasing another one, which will be larger and finer than the old one. The plant will be closed down about ten days.
 The steamer Vienna. which is chartered I yesterday from Jackson, Ala. where she went to get the big pile driver to be used at the lock works. Jett Bros. will have charge of this pile driving work. ogden Bros. have charge of the gravel and clay work, while Lewman Bros. are doing the preliminary work.
 It has been learned that the city bonds for sewerage can be placed at a premium and that there will be no commission for placing them. This is as good as could be expected and 1t is most probable that the board of Mayor and Aldermen will make the deal at once, as all recognize the great need in which the city stands for this improvement, and every one heartily favors an early beginning
 The little son of Mir. and Mrs. Frank Scott died last Tuesday and was buried Wednesday.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
I. G. Surveying Corps.

The surveying corps of the Illinois Cen traI Railroad, making its way from Flor ence to Birmingham. is now only few
 miles out from Jasper in Walker County
 about forty-one miles west of Birming-
 ham. Major Harris is in charge of the corps and 1t is stated that the camp VIII be moved into Jasper by the first Of next
 week and will be stationed there Tor two ar three weeks. The statement is made that as the survey is being made. efforts are being made to secure rights of way Rumors prevail that he illinois Central has under option already a large tract oi land in and about Birmingham to be used for terminals and for switching and other
 other uses. In dications are that the road will be almost completed into Birming- ham by the end of next year.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
Warner is Suspended.

New York. June 2S.-Henry W. War ner was suspended from the Stock Ex- change for one year. MT. Warner was found guilty of taking and carrying the account of an smploye of another mem Der of the Exchange without the consent of that member.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
MET AT ELKMoNT.
Session of Limestone County Sunday
 School Association.

Athens. June 25.-(Special. )-The twelfth annual session of the Limestone County Sunday School Association met this year at Elkmont on June g and continued in session for three days. This was the most interesting session in the history Of the Association. A splendid program was arranged for the session. The ,Associa- ton was organized here by few friends of the cause to try to work up an interest in the Sunday school work. The Asso- cIation was made non-sectarian and since the organization the cause has been greatly encouraged. A number of schools have been established in places never be-
 fore blessed with an organization of this kind. F. J. Russell of this place, one
 of the prime movers in the organization has been its continuous president.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
The Havis Hearing.

The Havis trial, for the murder of Elias M. Lathem, last April which has been on for ten days now and which has attract ed so much attention is drawing to a close. The taking of testimony has clos ed. The arguments will continue for a couple of days. The jury may get the case late tomorrow afternoon. The testi- mony adduced today was not of much im- portance, the character of William Wise who was the principal witness for the de- fense being shown to be good.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
The Falls Nothing by Comparisons
Philadelphia Press.

Then you've been to Niagara
 "fes. I was quietly married last Tues day week and the next day We reached Niagara Soon as we got there started out to see the falls with my wife
 Magnificent. eh?'
 You bet. You should have seen all the other men turning around to look at her e she passed"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26

and the deepest interest in the meetings have been manifested from the beginning. and new life and vigor has been given the great movement.
 A residence belonging to Mike Kenny and occupied by Tom Clark, was burned yesterday. The building, which was situ- ated in the western part of the city. was totally consumed and the loss of $500 was not covered by insurance. small negro boy set 1t on fire and confessed to the deed.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26

Athens witnessed very heroic act few evenings since when Mont Armstrong rIsked his life to save two others. Rev. F. M. Roberts, an aged minister was leaving town accompanied by his step daughter driving a large pair of horses
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26

Insure your health in Prickly Ash Bit ters. It regulates the system. promotes good appetite. sound sleep and cheerful snirita adv-wed- -fri-sun.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
Special TralR 10 Warm Sprlngs, Ga. Saturdays

Win commence June 27th. Leave Montgomery via w 6 A. Railway or Central ot Georgia Saturday afternoon. and arrive Warm Springs same evening lo:35. Return ing leave Warm Springs Monday morning. CT. rive Montgomery n .. m One fare roua0 trip. CHAo' A' pas,ae...
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
WANTED-MALE HELP.

WANTED-For U. $. Army. able-bodied un- l. arried men between ages of 2i and 50; ctti- sens oi Unit Stat1s of ood character and temper habI Who can speak. read ana write Lngllsu. koI information apply to he- aluItmg OHlc r. Noses Building. montgomery Ala. pu-Wo-H NAMED EVERY WHERE-Hustlers to tack sIgLs, uISti iDute clrcuarS, etc., no canVasSlngi good pay. Sun Advertising Bureau, Chicago
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The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
CRABB- -BAYoL.
Pretty Wedding Cermony Performed
 in Qreensboro.

Pretty Wedding Cermony Performed
 in Greensboro.
 Greensboro, June 25.-(Special. .)-The marriage of Miss Mamie Bayol and N. l.. Crabb at the Methodist Church last night at o'clock, was a social event of much interest here. The pride comes of one of the oldest and most prominent fam flies in Hale County. herself a perfect French type of beauty. petite. piquant brunette. The groom has been resident of Greensboro few years. but In that time has made many friends, both in so- cial and business circles.
 The ceremony uniting this couple vas performed by Rev. O. c. McGehee
 The ushers were Ernest Otis. John App sey. Rees Locke. Eugene Bayol. Maid of honor. Miss Virginia Waller The groom was attended by L. Y. Stollenwerck. The bride on the arm of her brother. Jule Bayol, was attired most beautifully in white silk, with veil, and a bouquet of bridal roses. After the ceremony a re- ception was held at the home of Jule Bayol.
 Tuesday Mir. Robert Echols and Miss Edith Howard were married at the resi- dence of Mrs. Claudia Wood, sister of the bride. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. D. Simpson. Miss Howard taught in the Greensboro Graded School last year and MT. Echols spent several years here. being a graduate of the South ern University.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26

when they took fright and ran. They
 were passing across Court Square when Armstrong saw that the occupants were in danger Of being killed Running in front of the rapidly moving team. he l caught the bridle of the lead horse and
 was dragged quite a distance by the bit,
 but succeeded in stopping the team. Mir. Armstrong is a stranger in this place,
 having been here only short time coming from near Galiatin. Tenn, but this courageous act, has placed him In general favor with all.
 The following officers were installed on St. Johns day by the Masonic order in this place: Rev. M. K. Clements acting Grand Master; J. W. Frost, W. NJ; Erie IPettus, s. w.; H. c. Thach. ]. w.; Henry Fusch. secretary; F. S. Wood. treasurer; W. T. Hatchett. S. D.; Roy A. Smith J. D.; Ben Lee Allen, tiler. The order in this county generally observed the day and showed it's appreciation of the old patrons.
 The members of the local Chapter. U D. c. have invited Hon. J. Thomas Hefiin Secretary of State to deliver lecture ir the interest of the monument fund. Il is hoped that he will agree to come and in that event the members are hopeful of securing quite a sum for the monu- ment
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26

Miss Susie Sanders. an estimable young woman, died at ,he home of her brother H. T. Sanders, here yesterday and the interment was in the city cemetery today She was of lovely disposition and Chris tian character,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
CHEAP RATES VIA L. 6 N. R. R

CHEAP RATES VIA l.. G N. B. B.. $4355 Rour' ~ Oe.iser. Coloracn | Springs and Pueblo. s55.55 Round Trip. Glenwood Springs. $56. 6.55 Round Trip. Salt Lake City and | Ogden. Utah | Montgomery daily until Sept. 3oth. good | for return until October 31st. $35.05 Denver and return. Tickets on | sale at Montgomery June 30th to July
 sth, return limit August 31st. Proportionately low rates from all other points. $16S5 St. Louis. Mo. and return. Tickets on sale June 15. 16 and 17th. linn
 ited for return to leave St. Louis not | later than June 22nd. | Proportionately low rates from all other
 points. | $5175 San Francisco or Los Angeles
 and return. Tickets on sale July 31st to
 August 18th. good returning until Oct. | 18th. Diverse routes and stop-overs
 west of and including Rocky Mountain
 points. | $24. 90 Detroit, Mich, and return.
 Tickets on sale July 14th and 18th. Proportionately low rates from all other
 points. l Low round trip rates to and from all
 points account of Fourth of July cele. l bration.
 Tickets on sale July 2nd, srd and 9th.
 Return limit July sth. W. L. Beasley. | Passenger Agent,
 adv-tf Montgomery, Ala
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
WANIED.

WANTED-Everybody to know that we make tIunk repairing a speciality; locks repaired and keys Atled Wings, telephone ouS. next to r4le poslofIice.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26

Mrs. J. H. Powll will erect at an early date a modern brick store on the corner opposite the Cooper Hotel, It is said that the city is going to condemn the notorious dive adjacent to this property and the postoffice.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26

ALL charity patients desiring admission to
 the wards of the Montgomery lnhTmary must have admission card from any one of the fol- lowing physicians :Drs. Goldthwaite. McCon- I,ico Baker. Pollard and Billing. who compose ,be visiting stan. from either the city or county physicians. Drs. Thorington and Bii- ling. su-"o-A-N
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26

Sheriff A. P. Hodge left last night for Jasper to Bring back J. W. Coins, a white man who Is wanted in this county for seduction.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
MIscELLANEOUs.

MADAME .bE GRAND ROGERS. native of C,ramberlain School, announces that she has opcred a summer school at No. 5I S. Nc. Donough Street, and is prepared to accept special terms by the month or for the entire Summer course of four months hours to l2 noon. <I
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-06-26
,AnIGAaO BEACH HOTEL

H Si& Dealetafa an4 LAke osete, eAls~4ts A A Summer Resort on the city 6 edge. Nearly
 1000 feet of vernuda overlooking Lake Mich. is0 outside rooms. 10 min down tcwn. BoaAisilHae dlyexau