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The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
Fairly caunht.

"Ah. my dariirE,s he murmured.
what matters II that sorrow and
trouble munt OF necessity he lurking
In the unknown futureY While I am
with you | think of nnught but tho
preacnt-ihe snperbly beautiful pres
ent"
SO do !, dearest" shcf replied
But you'll take me with you when
you buy II. won't yon7 Men have
Buch queer tnstes In rings!"-Stray
Stories.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16

sear. The rooster. hearing the cackle,
answered 1t by crow. and thus In
formed the hen of the whereabouts OF
the tribe. This sort Of thing may be
seen now among the ancestors of our
domestic fowl in the Malay countries
and India
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
Physicians Puzzled by Bows piscas,

John Kerns, 15-year-old son OF
Hanford Kerns. died at Whitacre, Va.
from disease which has long bafIied
the physicians. Shortly after birth
his body began to shrink and at the
same time his head to expand. The
disease could not be correctly dag.
nosed by the local physicians. but as
1t progressed the boys limbs and
body so shrunk that he became a skel-
eton. At death his head measured 3S
inches in circumference and was 2s
inches over the top from ear to ear.
The boy was unable to walk, having
become top-heavy, and would fall over
owing to the weight of his head
Baltimore Sum-
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
Already supplied.

book canvasser went in to bar
ber's shop and ask the proprietor II
he could sell him an encyclopaedia.
Whats hat?" asked the barber.
TITS book that contains informa-
tion on every subject In the world
There was victim In the chair.
and he put in feebly. He doesn't
need It."
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16

around the perch 20 that It actually
cannot let go without first straight
ening up TO an erect position. 1t thus
clings TO its perch and maintains
fixed position without any effort
Little Chronicle.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
comprensed.Air PoMnr.

SAY" the man who had never be-
fore attended a concert remarked as
the cornet soloist began his number.
who's the feller wavin' the little
stick?'
"Shl" replied his ncighbor. that's
the conductor of music"
"Ohi and is the feller with the
horn the motorman?"
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
OnIv the Truth.

$50 your wife accused you of
spending that extra dollar in hard
drink" interrogated Guyer.
yes" replied Rounder. bat told
her spent It in fruit"
but you did not?"
"Oh. yes. bought cherries"
Get out! Where can YOU find
cherries this time of year?'
''In cocktails"
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
IxIon,s Lenninu.

Teacbcr-You have heard about the
terrible punishment of rxion. Have
you ever thought OF the agony he
must have suffered,
Pupii-Yes: always longing for =
chainiess wheel. ! suppose.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
The WORST Fool Under the Sun.

He IS n fool who sits and pines
While other men push along.
Who thinks that his lines are the hardest
lines
And croons pitiful song.
lie ls fool who sighs: 'Ah me,
I've arrived in the world too latoi''
But the worst fool under the sun Is he
That nurses hate.
tfe Is a fool no matter how high
Who fnncies that when he dies
No other may worthily occupy
The place that he occupies.
He is n fool who claims to be
Foredoomed to the scorn OF Fate.
But the worst fool under the sun is he
That nurses hate.
There wns never a man who nursed
wrong.
Intending to scourge his foe.
Unless he dragged future sorrow along
And added to future woe.
Tho angcr we foster is sure to be
Remorse for us soon or late.
And the worst fool under the sun is he
Tint nurses hate.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
One wo1an's wirdom.

Tondi1-Thcy gay that rich young
wieow across the way Is going TO
marry her coal dcaier. What do you
think of that3
HojaI-scnhibIc wcmfn. She PRO
poses to keep her money in the family.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
Just to obIioe Him.

"oh. let me like a soldier die." ex-
claimed the leading man OF the harm
stormers.
"Oh, If I only had a guhl" ex-
claimed some one in the gallery in a
tone that savored of genuine sym
pathy.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
Cont Worry.

"He has patented new fountain
pen"
rs that so?"
"Yes; calls 1t the independent
"Ah. very appropriate; 1t doesn't
care whether 1t works or not"
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
A Sudden pcparturc.

Clapham-Didn't your new cook
leave you rather suddenly?
Brixtou-Yes. She got mixed in her
dates. She had policeman and a
burglar call on her the same even
ing.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16

Cut out the several parts of the
above illustration and paste them to-
gether on sheet OF paper so as to
form perfect checker board. The
pieces. as they stand above. must be
cut out whole and not subdivided.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
Broad Hint.

staylatc--Do you believe in long
courtship. Miss Anniez"
Miss Annie--wcIl. I'm In favor
of sixteen-hour Limit on each Sos
sion"
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
oeorala sprina Item.

Run here. daddy-Jip'-iy's done
felled In the uell,"
Too bad" exclaimed the old man.
"and ! wanted him D Gig bait for me
this morniD"" ATLANTA Constitution.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16

species of plover found in South Amer
lea. India and Africa have wing spurs.
and sharp and effective spurs they are.
too. The spur is situated just at the
base of the thumb, and. like the spurs
on the legs of other birds, consists of
a sheath of horn fitting closely over
d core OF bone.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
Optical Illusion.

This Is perfect square, as may be
proved by laying rule along each side
in succession.
The apparent curvature Of the sides
is an optical illusion due to the cir
cles.
A curious effect OF this sort. alarm
ing to timid people. was produced at
tho recent opening and dedication OF
n new theater in Leipzig. The square
pillars of the lobby We're wound with
garlands of leaves, according to time
honored German custom. but in a pc
ouliar fashion.
The lower part of pillar was
wound with a right-handed, the upper
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
Glow Work.

Kaiiow-Yes, I'm trying to raisc a
mustachc and I'm wondering what
color It'll be when II does come out.
Miss Pepprey-Gra should say.
al the rate II appeaEs u ~ growing
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
Hit.

Knowter-well. after all. you know.
beauty is only skin-deep.
Newitt-Yes. and the people who
refer to that fact most are usually
extremely thin-skinned about it.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
The First Rank.

you say this cigar is bad one.
why. think it's might good"
"Woll, III admit that It's of the
FIRST rank '"-Baltimore Herald.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
Taking Ne ch.ncus.

Taking Ne chsncen-
Mr.. Younghunband-Why don't you
try your hand at cooking. dear?
Mrs. We'll. ] will II you will
promise to continuc TO love me.
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
The Disc Puzzle.

Here is a solution of last weeks
puzzle, which was to arrange the
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
Spurs on Their Winos.

Many game birds are provided with
spurs on their legs, while several
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16
The Mauical Knot.

A very entertaining trick is done
with handkerchief. A knot is tied
The Elbert County tribune., 1903-04-16

with left-handed spiral. while in the
middle the bands of foliage were horl-
zontal. The result was that the pill
lars looked as If they had "buckled."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
Richmond, Virginia.
coNFEREEs HELD MEETING.
Bill Creating Department of Commerce
 Up for Discussion.

Washington, February 3-The senate and house conferees on the bill creating the department of commerce held their first conference today, but adjourned without reaching an agreement. The house provision comforting on the Presi- dents authority to place the interstate commerce commission under the control of the proposed department, was the principal difference, the, house repre- sentatives standing out stff'y for the house provision. and the senate repre- sentatives contending as firmly for it's elimination from the bill. All the sen ate conferees, piessrs. Hanna and Clay, stood togetheuf on this point. MT. Clay went go faf as to say that ne would not agr9F to a report accepting the house pYevjsion. The house conferees indicated cg willingness to accept the amendment Suggested by Senator Nelson and en- dorsed by the senate's committee on commerce for the control of trusts. Memberss of the conference express the opinion that the provisions will be in- corporated in the bill without substan- tial change. The conference will meet again tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
ADMINISTRATION SALE. Estate of Albert D. Marks, Deceased.

Under and by virtue of decree of the probate court of Jefferson county, Ala. made on the 26th day of january. 1903, I. Turner R. Weakley, as administrator of the estate of Albert D. Marks. de- ceased, for the payment of the debts of said decedent on Saturday, the 2Sth day of February, 1903. before the court house door in Birmingham, Jefferson county. Ala. will sell. at public outcry to the highest bidder for cash. the following de- scribed lands in said county, owned by said decedent, at his death. namely:
 A e-hundredth d2-100 undi- vided interest In and to blocks one Q, two, CD, four (4, five (5), six (6), seven @, eight (S). eleven d1), and lots one u) to four (D. inclusive. and lots ten Q0) to fifteen inclusive, all in block three (9; also blocks nine (9) and ten QO, all said lands being in South Park sub division, and shown on the plat thereof. recorded in said county in map book 3, page A, and conveyed to said Marks by deed dated February 17th. 1902. record ed in said county in Record Book 3OO at page 3l7. TURNER R. WEAKLEY.
 Gen. Admin. Jefferson Co.
 1-2S-3t-we
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
NOfeS and Personals.

Mrs. J. D. Moore will entertain Friday morning at II o'clock at a Flinch party in compliment to her guests. Miss Caldwell end Miss Kelly.
 Mrs Frederick Watson Dixon will en- tertain this afternoon.
 MT. Rutherford of New York is in Bir- mingham.
 Mir. W. w. Smith of. Pittsburg is the guest of Mr and Mrs. w. L. Peebles.
 
 I he Rev. Dr. P. T. Hale of Roanoke, Va. formerly pastor of the Southside Baptist church. will arrive in Blrming- ham the latter part of the week to spend a few days.
 Miss Daisy Adler of Selma is in Bir- mingham.
 Miss Alice Huffman has returned from Montgomery.
 Mrs. A. A. Coleman will probably visit Mobile during Mardi Gras and will be the guest of Mrs. Harry T. 1nge. MT. T. V. Boaruman IS Tn Montgomery. Miss Williams is in Mobile, where she is being charmingly entertained.
 
 Mrs. Edward H. Cabaniss will attend the meeting of the Federation Miss Eugene Brown. who Is at Palm Beach. is staying at the Breakers.
 
 Mrs. Benjamin J. Dryer will arrive Sunday from New York. She will be tie guest of Mrs. Fulenwider, and will later be with Mrs. Walker Percy and Mrs. Solon Jacobs.
 Mrs. Dabney and Mrs. Armstrong sent out invitations yesterday for a recep- tion to meet Miss Jones, Saturday after noon, from to o'clock.
 Miss Bremen is now the guest of Mrs John c. Henley.
 Mrs. Guy Cooper and little daughter, Marie, are the guests. of Dr. and Mrs. w. D. Cooper, on Fifth avenue MT. and Mrs. John Simpson have re- turned from New York. a Miss Nellie O'Brien and Miss Annie O'Brien will entertain at reception at their home on Avenue c Thursday after noon from 3 to in honor of their guests, Miss Baldwin of Chicago and Miss Dwyer
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
SYDNEY LANIER
 THE POET MUSICIAN

lures finally appeared in 1880 as the sci- ence for English verse and many have accepted 1t as the best working theory for English verse from Caedman to Ten- nyson. In May, 1SS0 the final fever set in. Notwithstanding this he delivered twelve lectures before April 1. 1881, which were later published under the title of ''The English Novel" In December, 1SsO when too feeble to lift food to his mouth, with a fever temperature of 104 degrees he penciled is great poem Sunrise" as if fearing that oeath would chain within him the wreath of the unsung words. 1t was the dying of his song-not death that he feared. Quoting his own words: But death, my God It is the sweetest and dearest of all the angels to him who understands" He went to Lynn, Polk county, North Carolina, in the endeavor to improve his health and there, in 1881, the end came. There his exquisite soul threw off it's earthly yoke and scared aloft to bask untrammeled within the glories his songs had given him fore taste of on earth. His wife wrote: His love and immortal soul will hold off the destroyer of our summer yet one more week uhtl the forenoon or 6eptemper 6 and then falls the frost, and that unfal- tering heart will render It's supreme sub mission to the adored will of God" Thus closed the year of earthly life to the man whose name. as the cycle of time rolls on, but greater grows. There the flower of his presence left us but the angel Memory still scatters with a lavish hand it's rare perfume upon the world. His aesthetic thoughts, with tho fragrance of vioets. the love of man and the odors of the woodlands ever upon them, mounted always on the wings of the lark to the phony says:
 Music Is love in search of word.'
 Ayel and Love found it, and the word Was-Lanier.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
Mrs. McAdory Enfertains.

Mrs. Walter K McAdory gave a luncheon at high noon yesterday at the Hillman in compliment to Mrs. R. L. Crook, Jr., of Vicksburg, and Mrs. Fred ericl N. Neve of Virginia.
 The table was elaborately decorated with red carnations and the place cards were Gibson iheads Mrs McAdory's 5 guests included: Mrs. J. B. Hartwell. Mrs. W. A. Taylor, Mrs. J. s. Winters, Mrs. NJ. c. Boss Of Bessemer, Mrs. J. B. Francis. IT,. Ms. Henry Dozier, Mrs. J. B. McClary, Mrs. w. P. MoAdory. Mrs. E. R. Blair, Mrs. R. H. Carter. Mrs. Hu- hert Scruegs. Mrs. J. w. Scruggs. Mrs. A. A. Coleman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
HIDDEN AWAY.
A Discovery Worth While.

It startles one when he comes to know absolutely that wrong selection of food is the direct cause of the weak eyes, kidney trouble, dyspepsia or whatever may be the form disease takes and that right food will work q natural cure. But it is easy to prove by actual test. The follow ing is an example:
 Five months ago was in despair. not knowing the cause of my desperate con dition I had run down to lot pounds and suffered f. om chronic sore throat, sore eyes, and what was hardest to hear. an awful nervousness and hysteria which at times almost ran into insanity.
 Finally a large swelling appeared in the throat. and feared cancer. The nerv- ousness got worse, and when l found l could stand it no longer and no medicine | could take would cure mo. concluded to take the advice of the Pustum Cereal company and change diet. My stomach never hurt me, so I thought that was all right, anyhow. But l learned thing or two.
 Well, I quit tea and coffee entirely and began eating Grape-Nuts three times day l began to improve and get well. What relief. My sore eyes. throat trouble and terrible nervousness gradually left and I have gained 35 pounds in weight It proved to be a hidden stomach trouble that did not show except In other parts If the body. but the real trouble came from the stomach. and so when tho right food like GrapeNuts was given to the stomach it quickly got well and made good blood that cured the other ails. :" Name furnished upon application to Pos- tum Co, Battle Creek. Mich
 People don't realize the great truth that the stomach and the food are responsible in most all cases for mans happiness or distress.
 Nothing is more sure than for people to improve in health if they will change the diet and use Grape-Nuts three times Q day
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
Report on Earthquakes.

Washington. February 3-Secretary Hay has transmitted to the senate report made by Joseph O. Jones on the subject of earthquakes along the line of the Nicaragua canal route Mir. Jones made tour of the route last autumn as a special agent of the state department to investigate the reports of the seismic disturbances. He says he found no evi- dence of any such phenomena that in any way could disturb the canal If con structed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
MAY REACH COMPROMISE.
Suggestion Favored on Both Sides of
 the Statehood Fight.

Washington, February 8. = There was again today considerable talk about the senate of the possibility of a compromise on the statehood proposition.
 A suggestion which appears to meet with some favor on both sides of the controversy Is that the two territories of Oklahoma and New Mexico be admitted as states and that Arizona be united with New Mexico until the area now covered by that territory shall include 30O,OO0 peo- pie, when it shall become state. and that Oklahoma be admitted as it now stands. but that at some definite time in the future Indian territory rhall be add ed to Oklahoma.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
s7.so-oNE FARE RATE-s7.so
Birmingham to Mobile and Return Vi;
 Southern Railway.

Account of Mardi Gras Carnival the Southern Railway will sell round-trip tickets to Mobile at rate of one fare. Tickets on sale February 17th to 23, in- elusive, final limit February 18th, except that by deposit of ticket with joint agent and upon payment of a fee of 50 cents extension of final limit may be obtained to March 14th. 1903.
 For sleeping car reservation and de- tailed information apply to Passenger office. Morris Building, telephone 617.
 2-4-20t J. c. LUSK.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
PRICES.

THE NEW SOFT RUBBER MAT.
 Very flexible, soft and pliable; will stand rough use ana hard weather; easily cleaned; catches all the dust and dirt; keeps your veranda clean; talways looks clean and tidy; takes the place of the old unsightly and dirty brush mat, and at a saving in price. We offer this mat in squares and oval shapes.
 14x26-inch, worth regular $1.50;
 our price,. =. ... =. ..... .$1.1e
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
HELP wANTED-MALE.


 WANTED-Good carpenter foreman Tor heavy framing work; also ten good car penters; best wages paid. Apply imme- dately Box 164 Chattanooga, Tenn. giv- Ing references, how soon could report for duty, .ary wanted. etc. 2-3-H WANTED-Two union barbcrs at once; apply at Grand Hotel Barber Shop, Besseuer Ala 2-4-2t DO YOU WRITE ADS?-Send address to- day on your business stationary for h. valuable information free. Harper Syn dicate, Columbus, Ohio.
 10-2-tf-we-fr-mo
 WANTED-A good secondhand planer. hatcher and molder combined; address J. L. Gardner, Active, Ala. 2-4-2t-wed-sun
 $15OO-Only for acres; right near dou- ble-track new Ensley line this is pro- position No. g. buy now or pay more Jones Realty Go.
 WANTED FOR U. S. ARMY-Able-bod unmarried men between ages of 2l and 35. citizens of United States of good character and temperate habits. who can speak, read and write English. For information apply to Recruiting Officer. 71a North 2Oth St.. Birmingham, Ala. 1-2-fri-mo- wed-to-3-31
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
FOR SALE.


 FOR SALE-Furniture; almost new; bar gain; easy payments. Address P. O. Box 465. 2-3-2t FOR SALE-Eggs from fine Mammoth Bronze turkeys, w. Leghorns, white and Barred Rocks, incubator eggs; cat alogue Glengary Poultry Yard, Somer- vile, Tenn. 1-16-tf FOR SALE-Well established millinery business; best location in the city; GI- dress Millinery, care Age-Herald If FOR SALE-Soda water pays large profits; New and secondhand foun- tains; large line; low prices; easy pay ments; full instructions to purchasers; catalogue free; Robt. M. Green & Sons, Phia., Pa. 2-4-6t-wed-sun FOR SALE-Waverley Place; before pur- chasing elsewhere, examine tnose beau- tiful residence lots at Waverley Place, adjoining Cullom Place; fine streets and sidewalks. sewers, water. gas. electric lights and telephones all complete. W. H. Graves, Graves block.
 1-25-St-su-wed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
Mrs. Winslow's soothlnq syrur

the best remedy for DIARRHOEA. Sold by druggists in every part of the world. Be sure and ask for Mrs. Winsows s Soothing Syrup" and take no other kind Has been used for over FIFTY YEARS by MILLIONS of MOTHERS for their CHILDREN WHILE TEETHING, with CHILD, SOFsTENS the GUMS. ALLAYS all PAIN. CURES WIND COLIC, and is twenty-fiYe cents bottle.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
sITU.TIolI WANTED.

WANTED-Office position by young lady of education and business experience; no question as to ability to give satis- faction, and no one with cheap posi- ton to offer need answer this ad; full particulars and reference furnished on application; address L. " S., care Age Herald. z-4-4
 s2000-Will buy acres on new Ensley car line; Fair Grounds: if taken quick bargain No.2 Jones Realty Co.,.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
ANNOUNCE ZEN IS.
FOR MAYOR.

I hereby announce myself as candidate for mayor of Birmingham, subject to ac- ton of democratic primary March 2, 1903. 1-27-tf GEORGE B. WARD. I hereby announce myself as a can didate for Mayor of Birmingham. sub ject to the action of the democratic pri- mary, March 2.
 w, M DRENNEN.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS.
Rirmingham. Ala.. January 2A. 1s

Birmingham. Ala. January 2. 1903
 Sealed proposals will be received by the undersigned until 12 o'clock noon. We'd nesday. February 4 1903. for sanitary sewers, street grading. macadamizing. curbing and gutter paving.
 Specifications may be obtained at this office. The right Is reserved to reject eny or all bids. JULIAN kENDRICK, 1-2S-td City Engineer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
eoAAoERa WANTED.

WANTED-Boarders, 1sSO 7th avenue, north 2-3-5t BOARDERS WANTED-121S 11th ave- nue, South Highlands; cars pass both ways t6 the city; elegant front rooms. WANTED-Couple, or young men, for large front room with board; 1920 9th ave. 2-4-3t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
FOR CHIEF OF POLICE.

I announce myself a candidate for Chief of Police of Birmingham.
 w. E. WEIR. I hereby announce myself a candidate for the office of Chief of Police of Bir- mfngham, subject to the action of the democratic primary election to be held on Monday, March ?, 1903.
 q. c. MDoNALD.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
sALESMEN WANTED.

WANTED-A first-class clothing sales man; one capable of managing and taking full charge of store. Steady po- sition and good salary for right party; address with reference, 506 Cox Build ing, Rochester, N. I.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
FOR ALDERM EN.
Second Ward.

I hereby announce myself as a can didate for Alderman from the Second ward, subject to action democratic pri- mary. c. T. RAINBOW. I hereby announce as candidate for Al derman in Second Ward, subject to the action of the Democratic pcimary.
 l. EPSTEIN.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
Third Ward.

I hereby announce myself a candidate for alderman from the Third ward, sub ject to action of the democratic primary.
 R. H. KERR.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
FOR POLICE COMMISSIONER.

hereby announce myself candidate for the office of Police Commissioner of Birmingham. subject to the action of the democratic primary election to be held on Monday, March 2, 1903.
 GEORGE G. PHILLIPS.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
D. 4. R. Meeting,

There will be a meeting of General Sumter Chapter, Daughters of tha Amerl- can Revolution, this afternoon at 2 o'clock st the residence of Mrs. W. A. Battle on Fourteenth avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
Fifth Ward.

take this means of announcing myself as a candidate for Alderman in the Fifth ward in the coming democratic pri- maries. B. H. COOPER
 MT. Grimes H. Taylor is a candidate for alderman from the Fifth ward, sub ject to the decision of the democratic primary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04
GOOD MORNING!
 DID YOU WIPE YOUR FEET? HOW COULD THERE'S NO MAT.
TRY THE NEW WIRE MAT

at half the cost of the old style; will last longer, stand more hard use and wet weather; will not rust or corrode; always looks clean and neat; sand sifts through and mud can be shaken out; cleaned in an instant.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-04

The ingredients of Hoods Sarsaparilla are in effect, strength, vgor and tone what you want.