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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09
MONDAY EVENING. MARCH 9, 1908.

MEETING of citizens will be held to-
NIGHT for the purpose of efecting an
oroanization for the annual celebration
Of Washington's birthday. There is
considerable interest in the movementand
there is reason to believe that the object
of the meeting will be accomplished
There are a number, however, who have
suggested that interest may flag II an
attempt is made to celebrate the Twenty
second of February every year, while II
bi-ennially or tri-ennially the occasion
is brought to the attention of the com
munity. interest would be more earnest
and spontaneous. Others, though, be-
I;eve the celebration would prove de
cided success each year. The result
only will prove which class is correct IN
;ts conclusions. 1t is thought that the
Government might not be sufficiently IN
terested in the celebration to send troops
here annually, while at certain intervals
il would vie with the people OF Alexan-
dria in duly honoring the birth of Wash
ington. The government troops In Inc
added materially to the last parade,
,,hiob was q most creditable one, and
lest the next may be equally as impos-
ina MANY think that at least two years
sbould intervene before another is at
tempted.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09

The PLANS for sending a powerful
battleship squadron into European
waters next May contemplate an I'M
pressiye object lesson on the growing
strength of the United States navy.
Behind the shield of a "practice cruise
with the most friendly intentions, it Is
proposed to forcibly demonstrate the
ability of the government to carry Il
war to the doors of any country IN
Europe. To prove this in emphatic
STYLE the port of Lisbon, Portugal, Is To
be sblockaded' at the end of the long
trip across the ocean. Many fear that
the navy may yet get this country into
war with foreign nations and the hope
is entertained by all lovers of peace that
the officers who will command the block
aiding squadron may be men Of prudence
and Judgment.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09
The EIkiDs Act.

Washington, March 9.-The recently
passed Elkins act, to prevent rebates
and discrimination, stood its first test in
the Supreme Court of the United States
today, coming up indirectly, in the case
of the Missouri Pacific Railroad versus
the United States from the Circuit Court
of the eighth circuit. The casein question
is based on bill of equity to prevent
discrimination between places under the
interstate commerce act. No proceed
ings had been had and the right to bring
the suit was involved. The lower courts
had held that the authority to bring the
suit did not exist and the Supreme Court
declares that under the old law this
decision is justified But since then,
they hold, the recent Elkins act specifi-
cally conferred this right and subjects
the pending causes to the remedies pre-
scribed by the EIkins law. The judg.
ment below is therefore reversed and
trial conformable to the Elkins act is
ordered. Justices Harlan and Brewer
dissented.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09

He asked that the court allow the case
:, 90 over to the next term for ar
O ,ment. 81 want TO object as strong
=, as ! can" interposed Solicitor Cen
eral Richards. ''This is an effort
TO reopen in the case of Downes versus
Bidwell, decided among the insular cases.
/ want it disposed of now, while am
still in office" "We hope" re-
piled Chief Justice Fuller, ''that you
will stay with us a few days longer"
Mr.. Richards smiled and sub
sided. The motion was taken under
adyisement. The decision in the Downes
case by court divided five to four, held that
duties exacted on sugar imported into Porto
Rico since the enactment OF the Foraker law,
were legally exacted. The Czarmikow case
is said to be all tours with the Downes case.
Reargument would reopen the latter case.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09
destructive Fire.

Lacrosse, Wis, March. 9.--Theupper
portion of the Rodolf building, the big
plant of the Lacrosse Engraving Com
pany, containing thousands of dollars
worth of machinery, and the stock OF the
Stavrum & Hulberg Clothing Company
were totally destroyed by fire yesterday.
The Loefler failing Co., adjoining,
also sustained loss of 80 per cent stock
value. The buiidingisa total loss. Dur
ing the progress of the fire the heavy
machinery Of the engraving company
tell through the burning floors from the
third story with crash. One man bare
ly escaped being pinionedin the burning
mass by falling safe. Two fremen who
were on the roof at the time of the crash
saved themselves from being dashed into
the flames by clinging to the side walls
until assistance arrived. The loss is es-
timated at $50, 900.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09
The Wabash Strike.

st. Louis, March 9.-Attorneys repre-
senting the Wabash Railroad employees,
at ten o'clock this morning filed an
answer in the United States Circuit
Court to the temporary injunction grant
ed by Judge Adams restraining the EN-
ployes from striking. The court is asked
to set date upon which to hear an APP
plication for dissolution Of the tenn
porary injunction.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09

A BILL has been introduced into the
Alabama legislature to make boycottng
a misdemeanor. 1t provides that any
person convicted of violating this meas
ure shall pay fine Of not less than $50
nor more than $500, or be imprisoned
for not more than six months. The bill
should decome a law, not only in Ala
bama, but in every State in the union.
The boycott is un-American and should
not be tolerated on American soil.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09

As HERETOFORE stated, Rev. Dr.
Hutchins, agent of the Bible Society OF
Connecticut, has reported that there is
much ignorance, imbecility and murder
among the "poor whites" of the small
towns of that State. He says these peo-
ple are 'immoral. besotted and degen-
crate" and attributes their condition to
intermarrying and hard cider And
still the people of Connecticut and in
the other New England States are prone
to giving advice concerning morality and
education to the people of the other sec
tons of the country.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09

REPORTS IN CAMPBELL CAsE.-Mr.
Southall. chairman of the committee on
courts of Justice, offered the two reports
and resolutions in the House OF Dele
gates in the Campbell case on Saturday
and asked that they be taken up today;
They were ordered to be printed ana
the date for their hearing was fixed as re-
quested. If Judge Campbell is per-
mitted to have counsel to appear before
the Assembly, then the prosecution In
the committee hearing will probably also
be allowed the same privilege. Both
sides, however, will probably be kept
off the floor, and the members themselves
will present all the arguments for and
against removal.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09
The stnmach is the Man.

A weak stomach weakens the man, because
il cannot transform the food he eats into nour-
ishment. Health and strength cannot be re-
stored to any sick man or weak woman with
out first restoring health and strength TO the
stomach. A weak stomach cannot digest
enough food to feed the tissues and revive the
tired and run down limbs and organs of the
body. Kodol Dyspepsia Cure eleanses, puri..
ies, sweetens aud strengthens the glands and
membranes Of the stomach, and cures indi-
gestion, dyspepsia and all stomach troubles.
L. s. Leadbeater & Sons.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09
To Get Rid of troublesome Corn.

First soak it in warm water TO soften
it, then pare it down as closely as pos
sible without drawing the blood and
apply Chamberlain's Pain Balm twice
daily, rubbing vigorously for five
minutes at each application. A corn
plaster should be worn for few days,
to protect it from the shoe. As gen
eral liniment for sprains, bruises, lame
ness and rheumatism, Pain Balm Is
unequaled. For sale by Richard Glib
son, druggist.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09
DIED.

AT her home, l22 south Fairfax street, on
sunday March 6. 1908, at 2 a. m, after a long
and nsinfuI illness, Mrs. MARY L. ID.
SMIfH. wife of the late w. II. Smith, in the
astb wear of her age. Funeral tomorrow
Tuesday afternoon at 8 o'clock Friends
and acquaintance of the family invited to at
tend. washington papers please copy.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA ALUMNI.

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA ALUMNI.
A unique and interesting ceremony took
place in the governors Office in Rich
mond on Saturday, when the Governor
signed the bill Incorporating the Cen
eral Alumni Society of the University of
Virginia. Saturday was the anniversary
of the opening of the university, and the
occasion of the signing of the bill was
invested with a touch of sentiment.
Governor Montague used a gold pen
furnished by Delegates Duke Of Abe
marie, and West Of Louisa. This pen,
the use of which was attested in an ac-
companying note signed by the governor,
will be sent to Judge Sener, the presl-
dent of the Alumni Association, with
the request that it be turned over to the
association to be preserved in the ar
chives of the University Of Virginia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09
FOREIGN NEWS.

The Sultan recently ordered an armed
cruiser of the first class to be built in
England. The builders have presented
Abdul with a model valued at s., 900
The Pope had slight relapse today,
as result of the fatigue caused by the
audience granted to many pilgrims yes
terday. He has been compelled to can
Gel the audience to be granted today to
the Duke of Norfolk and the English
pilgrims. He hopes, however, to be able
to see the pilgrims tomorrow.
The sale of the effects and curios belong
ing to the late novelist Emil lola began
in Paris this afternoon. A large crowd
was present at the sale, but the bidding
was very slow. Madame lola is report
ed to have told personal friend that she
was compelled to sell everything, having
relinquished her rights in favor of the
late noyelists illegitimate children. She
is therefore left penniless.
King Edward gave the second leyee Of the
season at Buckingham Palace this afternoon.
The weather was splendid and the affair was
brilliant in every way. Those present in
cluded members Of the cabinet, Of the diplo-
matte corps and many other notables Whlle
the levee was in progress, the Queen arrived
from Sandringham. She was given most
cordial reception.
Joseph Devlin, Canadian commissioner at
Dublin, was today elected member Of Parlia-
ment for Galway, in place OF Col. Arthur
Lynch, now serving life sentence Tor hlgh
treason. Deylin was uHopposed.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09

MURDER AND ATTEMPTED SUICIDE.
- Because his sweetheart refused to
marry him, Avis Sandidge, last night
at IL O'Clock, in Richmond, shot Miss
Mamie Morris three times and she sue
cumbed to the wounds within less than
an hour. After shooting the girl he
turned the pistol, 32-calibre, upon him
self, inficting two wounds in his lungs.
He is now at the Virginia Hospital at
the point of death, and there are grave
doubts whether he will live. The tragedy
occurred in a parlor at the home OF
Henry Willefred, north Twenty-sixth
street, while the young man was guest
of his sweetheart, having called earlier
in the evening. Miss Morris died shortly
after the shooting. Anotary was present
before her death, and endeavored to per-
suade the young lady to make state
ment, but she refused positively to talk
of the shooting, while Sandidge is too
near death to talk of the matter. 1t has
been ascertained, however, that the
young man asked his sweetheart to be-
come his wife and she refused, where
upon he drew a pistol and fred point
blank thrice at Miss Morris. Every
shot took effect, entering the lungs and
and seyering number of arteries, from
which she bled to death.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09

Up to noon today the bodies Of two Italians,
victims of the ferryboat disaster at 6lens
Falls, N. Y, on Saturday. had been recover.
ed. II is now believed that fifteen Italians
persisted.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09

Joseph Q. Williams, four times Mayor Of
Cape May, n. j., died at his home this morn
Jag Of pneumonia, aged 76 years. he was a
native of Philadelphia.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09
SENSATIONAL CHARGES.

Another investigation of sensational
character was foreshadowed in matter
which Senator Barksdale introduced in
the State Senate on Saturday and which
will be asked TO be referred TO the COM
mittee on publcinstitutions.
Mr.. Barksdale rose to question OF
personal privilege, and recited the fact
that he introduced Il resolution some.
weeks ago looking to an investigation oil
the methods ofbusiness of the State hospi-
tails for the insane, and, though support
ed by Senator Sale and others, was de-
feated. He states that since that time
he has received large number OF COM
munications in regard to the several
hospitals for the insane, but had paid no
attention to them. Now he had one
from a reliable physician at Newport
News which 50 seriously reflected ON the
conduct and morals of one of these in
stitutions that he feltit his duty to bring
it before the Senate in order that the
charges might be Investigated. He de-
clared that the letter was unfit for publ
cation. and asked that it be referred
without being read. This was done,
and the letter was turned over to Sena-
tor Keezel.
The letter is from DR.. J. H. Styll, of
Newport News, and makes sweeping
charges of mismanagemeht and immoral
conduct at the Central State Hospital
for Colored Insane, near Petersburg.
DIR. Styll, it is said, was former assist
ant physician at that institution.
Chairman Keezel declined to make
known the charges in the letter before it
was formally presented to the COM
mittee.
The Central State Hospital, under
the management of DIR. w. +. Drewry,
has been widely published as a model
institution.
DIR. Drewry went to Richmond from
Petersburg on Saturday night and saw
both Senator Barksdale and the chair
man Of the committee on public institu-
tons, to whom he referred a letter
which Senator Barksdale introduced in
the Senate that day. DIR. Drewry read
the letter and also one from negro who
was discharged. DIR. Drewry says that
all of the charges made by DIR. Styll
and by the negro have been fully in
vestigated already by the executive
committee and the board of directors,
and Senator Barksdale said if he had
known these facts he would not have
brought the letters tc the attention OF
the Senate. None of the charges re-
fleet on DR.. Drewry, but he asked that
the committee institute a full investiga-
ton of the charges made at once.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09
LEGISLATURE.
SENATE.

Mr.. Keezel reported favorably the Sen
ate bill to amend the code in relation to
the preservation of certain useful animals
and to prevent unlawful hunting,
Mr.. Harmon introduced bill to pen
sion those persons who shall have taught
for 25 years in the public or normal
schools OF the State after they shall have
reached so years and become disabled or
iucapacitated and can no longer pursue
their avocation.
The Cogbill resolution in relation to
the election of United States Senators by
the people was made the special order for
Thursday.
The Senate confirmed the nomination
by the State board for the second time OF
d. S. Pollock for superintendent OF
schools for Pulaski county.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09

FEES IN SWEET BRIAR CAsE.-The
decision in the case involving the fees OF
attorneys in connection with the settle
ment of the big Sweet Briar estate in
Amherst county was announced at
Lovingston, Nelson county, on Saturday
by Judge Grimsley, of the Circuit Court.
The claim aggregated sS5, 900, including
$40, 900 claimed by Executor 5. X.
Harding and the following amounts
claimed by attorneys: Daniel * Harper,
SIS, 1000, Aubrey f. Strobe, $40, 200;
P. P. Garland. $40, 900; G. j. Campbell,
So, 600. John NJ. Payne also claimed a
fee, but specified no amount.
Under Judge Grimsley's decision the
executor receives Sl3, 900; Daniel &
Harper, sl2, 800; Strobe, 81, 500; Camp
bell, $1,000; Garland, $1,000; Payne,
81, 900.
Judge Grimsley decides that the taxes
on the estate for 1901 should be paid by
the estate.
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1903-03-09
HOUSE.

There was a small attendance OF menu
bers, and no bills could be passed. Mr..
Sebrell moved that when the House adj
iourn it be to meet at noon on Monday,
and after the adoption of an amendment
to make this apply TO all Mondays, the
motion was passed.
The Bland bill to prohibit the sale OF
toy pistols was ordered to its engross-
ment. Mr.. Bland stated that 20 boys
have died of lockjaw in Norfolk and
Portsmouth since last Christmas.
Mr.. Heermans offered bill, which
was referred, appropriation s25, 900 to
the Virginia Polytechnic Institute.
The bill relating to the granting and
regulation of charters was talking up,
and number Of consequential amend
ments we're offered by Mr.. Cation, the
patron. On motion of Mr.. Cabell, the
bill was passed by, ayes, 30; noes 20.
The Barksdale pure election sbill came
up as special order and Mr. Smith, OF
Clarke, moved to pass by. This was
adopted and the clerk read number Of
KILL
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1903-05-13
COLD SPRING.

S,Dear ADVERTISER: 1t continues
cool and no stand Of cotton, what
few stalks that are up look weak
and unhealthy. Oats have i'm
proved a little.
The farmers are fairly up with
their work.
Death has summoned from us one
of our bright boys, Monroe Holmes
son of Mrs. Molly Molmes. He
bad been sick for two weeks. HE
remains were inte erred at Red
Hill the 7th inst.
The large congregation proved
the esteem in which he was field
by the community. To his family
we tender our sympathy. Funeral
services were conducted by Rev. ].
T. Littlejohn.
Mr.. D. P. Self has done good
work on the Key road with four
convicts. He works two miles ol
road day and we gladly welcome
him, and commend the little fel'
low to the good people wherever be
may go.
l have something now to tell
you. Mr.. W. G. Mcdaniel has
game zoos er setting on sixteen
eggs. The old fellow showed
signs of wanting to set for a week
MIR. Mcdaniel by the advice Of
Clack Seigler set him. He is doing
fine. He sometimes breaks an egg
with his spurs when getting of
and on the nest. When be hatcher
we will report what kind of {
mother be makes, etc.
Miss Ola Adams is on the sicl
list.
The Red Hill school is prepar
ing for the commencement. We ex
tend you, Incognitus and Schoe
Boy an invitation to attend.
We are glad one of our Clark
Hill bachelors has reformed an
intends leadinga new life. We wisl
for the happy couple long, use
full and happy life.
Sol.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1903-05-13

Mr.. G. J. Burton spent yester
day in Columbia on business.
Mr.. =. Cato, of Monetta, q for
mer stud, MT OF the S. c. G.. l., wa'
in town last week.
Miss Ida Ccgburn, of Meeting
Street, visited the family of. hel
uncle, Mr.. W. B. Cogburn, last
week.
Mr.. Joe Carwile, who holds q
responsible position in Atlanta
is spending two weeks vacation i'll
Edgefeld.
To see the motherly tots OF
the kindergarten one OF
whom is the happy possessor
of twins in "The Baby
Show" is alone worth the
price of admission.
The girls and boys of Mrs.
Kings and Miss Davis school,
united in picnic on Friday last in
the Edgewood grove.
The Woman's Mission and Aid
Society will meet in the Baptiat
church on Saturday afternoon at
4 o'clock instead ot Friday as US
uai.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1903-05-13
SEQ TT S
: EMUL SION

SCOTS Emulsion is the
means of life and of the en-
ioyment of life of thousands of
men, women and children.
To the men SCOTS Emul.
sion gives the flesh and
strength so necessary for the
cure of consumption and the
repairing Of body losses from
any wasting disease.
For women SCOTS Emul-
sion does this and more. 1t is
a most sustaining food and
tonic for the special trials that
women have to bear.
To children Scott's Emul-
sion gives food and strength
for growth of flesh and bone
and blood. For pale girls,
for thin and sickly boys SCOTS
Emulsion is a great help.
Send for free sample.
SCOTT g. BOVINE. Chemists,
4oe-4l5 Pearl Street. New York.
SOC. and $l.oo; all druggists. -
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1903-05-13
DISASTROUS WRECKS

Carlessness is responsible for
many railway wreck and the
same causes are making human
wrecks of sufferers from throat and
lurg troubles. But since the ad-
vent of DR.. Kings New Discovery
for consumption, coughs and colds,
even the worst cases can be cured,
and hopeless resignation is no Ion.
ger necessary. Mrs. Lois Cragg of
Dorchester, Mass, is one of many
whose life was saved by DR.. Kings
New Discovery. This great rem
edy is guaranteed for all throat and
lung diseases by The Penn Drug
Store. Price SOC, and 500, trial
bottle free.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1903-05-13
Asleep in Jesus.

| I6AoASSp =" " N~>>
On Monday morning last
our community was sadden-
ed by the intelligence of the
death of Mrs. Fickling, wife
of Mr. ] B Fiekling of our
town. Before her marriage
the deceased was Miss Wan
namaker, of Orangeburg. A
kind neighbor, affectionate
wife and fond mother has
passed over the river and on
the other shore awaits the
coming of her loved ones.
This good woman is survived
by a husband and five chill
dren, scarcely any of whom
have reached their teens.
Mrs Fickling was an active
and consistent member of our
Methodist church. Her pas
tor, Rev G w Davis, conduct
ed funeral services at the
home and the remains were
carried to Orangeburg Mon
day afternoon for interrment.
May God draw very near tle
grief stricken husband and
the motherless children in
their bereavement.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1903-05-13
KINDERGARTEN CHILDREN

KINDERGATEN CHILDREN
Will Garry Out the Following
Program Friday Night Next,
Tie following is a condensed
programme of the kindergarten
commencement whica takes place
in the opera house on Friday even
ing:
Flower Song.
Song-Sallie May Tillman.
House that Jack Built.
CHARACTERS:
Maiden all forlorn-Helcn Till
man.
Man all worn and torn Tom
Walker.
Priest all ehavSn and shorn-
Earle Tinmons.
Man that raised the corn-Rog-
ers Davis.
Boy that blowed the horn-Har-
old Norris.
Song-Genevieve Norris.
Flag Drill. !
Song Florence Minis.
The Famous Baby Show.
CHARACTERS:
Judge-Rogers Davis.
Mother of Prize Baby-Mell
Burgess.
Selections. c. C. 1. Band.
Gong-Sallie May Tillman.
Operetta-Ked-Riding Hood.
CHARACTERS:
Red-Riding- Hood-Miriam Nor.
ris.
Wolf-Trozevant Timmons.
Queen of FAIRIES, ,Thelma Bailey.
Woodsman-Mims Timmons.
Red Riding Hoods Mother
Gladys Davis.
PART I-Scene in Fairyland.
PART II-Adventures of Red.
Riding-Hood.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1903-05-13
NOT A SICK DAY SINCE.

"I was taken severely sick with
kidney trouble. / tried all anrts
Of medicines, none of which re Ii "
ed me. One day saw all ad, OF
your Electric Bi:tels and determ-
ined to try that. After taking a
few doses I felt relieved, and soon
thereafter was entirnly cured, and
have not seen sick day since.
Neighbors of mine have been cured
of rhoumat SIM, neuralgia, liver and
kidney trolbles and general debil.
ily." This is what B. f. Bass, OF
Fremont, N. G. writes. Only SOC,
| at I he Penn Drug Store.
Edgefield advertiser. [volume] (Edgefield, S.C.) 1836-current, 1903-05-13
A RUNAWAY BICYCLE.

Terminated with au ugly cut Oh
the leg of J. B. Orner, Franklin
Grove, III. 1t developed a. stub
born ulcer unyielding to doctors
and remedies for four years. Then
Bucklen's Arnica Salve cured
I""s just as good for burns, scalds
skin pruptions and piles. 25c, al
The Penn Drug Store.