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The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Saw Danger is Great.

F. s. Hull, General Agent and Vic. M. Cluis. travelling agent of the Chicago. Rock Island and Pacific, and Choctaw. quarters in New Orleans. are In the city on a business trip. They report the con ditions along the Mississippi river above and below New Orleans, to bar in an alarming condition. Along the levee in the Crescent City. said MT. Cluis, the water, when a vessel goes up or down stream. comes dangerously close to the top and, unless there is fall very soon, it Is expected that the Father of Wa ters" will go over the dykes and enter the wholesale district with great damage as result.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Want the Educators.

The committee from the Jefferson Coun- ty Teachers association is working hard to have the convention of the Alabama Educational Association, which is to meet in June, come to Birmingham. The Mayor Commercial Club the Board of Trade and other commercial bodies here are assist ing the committee of the Jefferson teach CTS. The meeting will bring about 6D0 ed ucators to Birmingham. Efforts are also being made to get the Southern Eduea- uonal Association to meet here in con- VpOf1Ou
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

Secretary J. A. Rountree of the Alaba- ma Press Association is receiving a num- Der of replies from members of the assn- clation as to their desires in making the annual trip this summer. The greater number of those who have replied to the communication favor the trip via Chlca- go to Toronto. Montreal and other parts ot Canada, spending two weeks in that country he Executive Committee of the association will meet in Birmingham next month by which time MT Rountree ex- poets to have replies from nearly every member and then the committee will prob ably take action on the matter. The an nual meeting of the association to be held in Annlston on May 2l win be attended by large number Ot members.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Hand Saved, But Property Damaged

News has reached the city that on yesterday at the Orphanage at Summer field a serious accident befell the new windmill that is being erected and that one of the workmen narrowly escaped a serious injury. 1t seems that while the tall tower of the windmill was being raised one of the negro workman got his hand entangled in one of the ropes. His cries brought to lis assistance another negro who in his excitement and haste cut the rope thus allowing the entire structure to fall. The damage done to the machinery is estimated at about $25O and is quite a serious loss to the Orphan age.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
May Be Moved to Birmingham.

It Is rumored here that the office of C. $. McManus. General Superintendent of the Western division of the Southern Railway, will be removed from Chatta- nooga to Birmingham. It is stated by yer good authority that there is plenty of work in this district to warrant the General Superintendent remaining here Definite announcements are looked for at any time now
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Spring Medicine

There is no other season when good medicine is so much needed as in the Spring.
 The blood is impure, weak and impoverished-a condition indicated by plmples and other eruptions on the face and body, by deficient vitality, loss of appetite, lack of strength, and want of animation.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
SYMPTOMS,

Bone pains, sciatica. shooting pains uv
 and down the leg, aching back or shoulde, blades, swollen joints swollen muscles diff. hculty in moving around you have to ust crutehes. blood thin or skin pale skin itched and burns, shifting pains, bad breath. etc. Botanic Blood Balm will remove every symp! tom. give quick relief from the first dose and permanently cure in e few weeks time. Thou sandA cured. Especially advised for old. ehornic cases.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Home for Ministers.

Another home for superanuated minis ters has been donated to the Nortn Ala hama Conference of the Methodist Church, making a total of eight homes which have been secured since the work was instituted three months ago. MT and Mrs J. L. Lanier give a residence at Lanier, Ala. Seven of the homes were given by individuals while one came rom a community
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
SENT FREE.

Sample sent free by writing Blood Balm Ca. ss Mitchell St. Atlanta. Ga. Describe you, trouble and special free medical advice to Fuit your case also sent in sealed letter, Enough Blood Balm is sent free to prove its marvellous curative powers. Do not hesitate to write at once. as Blood Balm ls sant free ana pEsoaAas NI-u
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Paid Tributes to Meade.

The Judge, lawyers and members or the police department gathered today at noon in the Police Court to have memorial services in honor of the late James T. Meade, former clerk of the Inferior Grim inal Court, and at the time or his deatn was City Tax Collector. Judge Feagin delivered strong eulogy. Attorneys who practice in the Police Court made speeches also. The services were interest," ing as they were full of meaning.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
The Hartford Due.

Customs Collector Tebbetts this after noon received a telegram to secure berth at the city wharf for the United States training ship Hartford, which was due up tonight. The ship. however, had not arrived up at o'clock, and it was thought she would not come into port until tomorrow morning.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Shot at A Woman.

Calvin Childs, the colored deputy sher- if at Plateau, this morning brought in Alex Matthews on a warrant charging assault with a pistol. Matthews. a few days ago. fired at and barely missed a woman named Laura Williams. He will have a hearing before Judge Afford of the Inferior Criminal Court.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
MT, Schwarz Better.

Hon. Lag. SchwarZ, member of the General Council, who has been quite i'll for three weeks, was able to get out today for the first time.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
$ Passing Throng

e1 Major W. E. Wailes of Selma was in the city yesterday. He gallant and faithful Confederate soldier and is proud of his rec ord while wearing the gray. MT. W. A. Haynes of Grady. Great Sachem of the Improved Order of Red Men, Is in the city looking after the interest of the order. Dr. Arnold Masbury of Birmingham is at the Exchange. Mir. D. T. Haskett is in the city from Birm- ingham. MT. W. c. Bledsoe of Lafayette is in Mont gomery. Mir. John c. Armistead of Birmingham Is here today. Mir H. E. Parke of Birmingham is in the city. The comic valentine is only comic on one side.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
To Try Huggins Again.

John Huggins, white, who was con fined in the county jail at the time Frank Duncan and two other prisoners escaped over a year ago, has completed term in Pratt mines and has been brought to the county jail in this city to await trial escape, it being alleged that he had something to do with the escape of Dun- can and the others. He was a trusty at fha time.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
An Insignifican+ Blaze.

Box No. 42 was pulled at 11:30 o'clock today for a fire at the southwest corner of Dauphin and Lawrence Streets. The department responded promptly and found the fire in the kitchen connected with John Kelsons bar at the place designated. The damage was about $5, fully insured,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Advertiser Bureau.

The Clerk of the Circuit Court and the Sheriff and his deputies are busy arrang- ing for the spring term of the Circuit Court which will convene Monday. The civil docket will be taken up Monday and the entire week devoted to the trial of civil cases. The remaining two weeks of the term will be devoted to the trial of or nine capital cases on the docket.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
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 CURED Through the Blood By Botanic Blood Balm-worst Old Cases Solicited-Aching Bones and Joints, Pains in Back
 and Legs. Etc.
To Prove It Cures, Medicine Sent
 FREE

We want every Advertiser reader who haa rheumatism to send us his or her name. We will send them by return mail 6 sample of Botanic Blood Balm. the wonderful Blood Remedy which has cured more old dsep-seated obstinate cases of rheumatism than all other remedies, doctors, Hot Springs or linimenta combined. Botanic Blood Balm kills the poi. son in the blood with pure. rich blood, and ir this way makes perfect, permanent cure. Botanic Blood Balm sends a rich tinsling flood Of warm blood direct to the paralyxed nerves, bones and joints. giving warmth and strength just where Ii is needed.
 No matter how long you have suffered mol who or what has failed. BB.B. (Botanic Blood BaIm) will cure you.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
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Nathan Biggers is the only au- { thorized collector of subscrip- uons for The Advertiser in Mo 2 bile. Subscribers are requested { to pay no other person until 2 further notice. Office 112 St. Francis Street; telephones. Bell 7es; Home. 12. Prompt attention 2 given to all orders for delivery. Z complaint of non-delivery or news :temA
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Mobile Society News.

Point Clear was the scene of very enjoyable picnic and oyster roast Thurs day, the personnel of the party being Lieutenant and Mrs. Schonborn MT. and Mrs. w. H. Mouk. Jr.. Mrs. Joseph Hodgson, Mrs. Robbins, Katherine Monk and Donald Raymond. The trip to and from the Point was on the Alert"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Negro Kills Another.

In a barroom, corIer of Cedar and Dauphin Streets, at 2:15 this afternoon, during an altercation negro named Delfo was stabbed in the temple by an- other named Walker. Delfo died soon af- ter. Walker made his escape.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Jury Hung Up.

The jury in the Goodwin case is hung up with no prospects of reaching a yer dict.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

The residence of Henry Tacon, Treas urer of the Mobile and Ohio. was entered last night and lot of valuable jewely was extracted from a dressing case drawer. The residence is in the fash ionable district of Government Street and the burglary was from room on the second floor. Members of the household were in the house at the time.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

respectfully inform the citizens of Mont- somery that l an a candidate for the os- nee ot Mayor. subject to a Democratic primary, and earnestly desire the suppost ot all voters. JOHN G, FINLEY.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
The NewC of Mobile.

Mitchell. S. c. Newburger A. Proskauer, R. G. Richard, Messrs. s. Haas. A. G. Levy. B. Kahn, A. Proakauer, l.. Ham, mel. l.. Frenkel, s. Eichold.
 Floor cred badges)-Dr. A. Moses. Lee Zimmern, E. Frohlichstain, R. Frankel.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
The Work of'sThieves.

Crooks are operating5in this city again. It was reported today that entrance was effected some time during last night into the store house of A. A. Richards. 4l3 goods was taken. Richards thinks he has clue,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
FOR MAYOR.

.ier<by announce myself as a can ,idate for Mayor Of the City of Montgomery. subject to the action of the Democratic primary, and solicit the support of my friends and the public. w b. HAYGOOD.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce myself candidate Tor Mayor at the coming Democratic primary anu solicit the support of my friends ana fellow citizens. JAMES POOLE.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Mrs. J, Horton Fall, J

Mrs. J. Horton Fall, Jr., was the guest of honor at bowling party at the Coun- try Club last evening. Among others present were Mrs. William Rowland, Misses Maude and Kate Middleton, Misses Mollie and Kate Irwin, Mir. w. M. Mar shall Mr. Walford MT. Murray Wheeler and MT. C. E. Harrison.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
OUR GUARANTEES. Buy a large bottle for @1. of any drGsGIst, cake ns directed. 6otani BlOOd balm (n. B. B. aIVvAys cures when the right quantity is taken. If not cured your money will
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Botanic Blood Balm (B. B. B.) Is

Pleasant and safe to take Thoroughly teste, for 30 years. Composed of Pure Botanic fin gradients. Strengthens weak kidnsyS ant weak stonachs. cures dyspepsia Complete al rections go with each bottle
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce myself a candidate Tor Mayor in the coming Demuci atic primary. and solicit the support Of my fellow -citi' ZsuS C. F. ANDERSON.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
FOR ALDERMAN WARD ONE.

The friends Of Charles 5. Coins announce him as candidate for AldcIm man from Ward |, subject u the acton Ur me Democrat. @ p. :n.aIy.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce myself as a candidate for Mayor of the City or Montgomery at the ensuing election subject to me acton O.
 1T ANDREW
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Local and Personal.

The Purim Masked Ball took place at the Hotel Albert tonight. Extensive properations had made to render this function success, and 1t was highly enjoyed by all who were present.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

The many friends of Mir. Lorenzo Davis sn nounCe hIm a candidate for Alderman atLarge in the coming primary.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

Io the Democratic Voters Of the City: I am candidate for nomination as an Alder man La ge in the approaching primsries. S''uf support will be appreciated.
 JOHN F. kOHN.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

1 hereby announce myself candidate for AL ue. l. oGn Ward one (IJ subject 10 the @>uOM ot the DemUcl atic primary.
 GASlON LUNTER.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

!.-sS friends of J. T. May announce his cal- dfdacy for reelection as Alderman n-a. a.- LalAe. subject to the action ot the Deml |. primary.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

-,, announce my candidacy for Alder herer' 'ian ot Ward 4. subject 'o me acton Of the ,ny friends ana fellow citizens.
 l'J't 0t JAMES W. SMITH.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
BURIED IN EUFAUIA.
The Remains of Mrs. Freddie Allday
 Inferred There.

Eufaula, March 12.-(SpeciaD-The re- al the home of her brother. T. w. Shee- han, in Dothan Monday, reached the city yesterday and were laid to rest in tair View Cemetery, Mrs. Allday was a sNter of Mrs. D. T. Sheehan of this city Fand for many years resided here where sEe had many warm friends She leaves two small children and numerous relatives,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby annoance as a candidate for the Meyoralty nomination m the coming Dem- oeratic primary and respectfully solicit the support or my fellow citizens.
 E. ]. MEYER-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
THE DOCTORS EX-
 TEND THEIR VISIT.

OWING TO THE LARGE NUMBER WHO HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO SEE THE RED CROSS DOCTORS, THESE EMINENT GENTLEMEN HAVE EXTENDED THE TIME Fo-: GIVING THESE SERVICES FREE FOR THREE MONTHS 10 ALL WHO CALL UPON THEM BEFORE MARCH 31.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce myself @ candidate for Mayor ct Montgomery, subject to the hn- uon or primary election by the DArro- eIais Ut the city. ThOS H. CAk-6
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce myself a candidate for A4ue. n.aI flom NaIu CD, subject to ,..e .e,.ol ol me Aeinociatic i'rIinaly.
 l.. A. SA.NDEhSON.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
eo& ALDERMAN AT LARGE.

The friends of Dr. A. St. Clair Tennille an- nuGLce him candidate for Alderman at-Lal ge in the coming Democratic prIm-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce d candidate for nomina- LiUn an Alderman al L4al ge in the coming DtnOGratic pl tmSry and respectfully ask lOl me support Cf my fellow clIIzens.
 PAT McGAOLY.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce myself as a candidate for May at the coming Democratic primary ana solicit the support of my ffienas ana teiioW citizens. J. A. dAhILEas
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
Alabama Press Tour.

expended in the work of improvement at Ensley.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce myself a candidate for Alder man Large. supJect to the action of the DemocI atlc primary.
 J. K JACKSON.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

A crook, at 2:30 this afternoon stole from the New York Loan Company lot of jewelry valued at $300. The man was chased by one of the proprietors but suc- ceeded in escaping
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

. L-reby announce nlvself candidate for AIuelnts.a nom Walu One tiJ subject to lie aetiOn ot the DemUe atlc primary.
 ]. D. BARLEY
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce myself candidate for AL deinIRn atLarge, subject to the action os tna DemC C. aLlc primary.
 ". M TEAGUE
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
TOR ALDERMAN WARD rAEEE.

The fl liends of A G. Fv. Ues announce him as d u.4!uIGa,e for A.,-. l4a.4 I.OH Ward 4h.ve (oJ, subject aG.IU.4 or the Dem, UIatlC pIIiIIarJ'
 .. trends of NatAAh .--D D.-.lu a.nounce him as u candidate IO. AiAs.l..~lI LIoin MAId InIes tSJ. suuJe~t lo ...e ~et.~n Uf the 4,lu4oCratlC prInld4J
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

,.,..hv announce myself a candidate for Al Iel man G4CIn WAld +' subject tI the ac IlUa of the Demcc atle p'-n.a'y' Io1r sup rnrt will be app eciated.
 po'' GEORGE STUART
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

berger.
 Mrs R. D. Johnston of Birmingham president of the Boys Reformatory of this State is in the city for a few days. Mrs. Johnston numbers as many friends here as in her home and her visits are great
 pleasure to her admirers and co-worhers'
 Mir. and Mrs. Ross Smith and the Misses Sharpe of Birmingham spent today in Mobile on their way home from Little
 River where they spent few days very pleasant fishing and sailing.
 Miss Jessie Sargent. most attractive young woman of Alton, III. Is in the city a guest of Mrs. George E. Stone, No. lOS Georgia Avenue and will spend some | time in Mobile.
 Mrs. R. Semmes Colston of New Or leans and Mrs. Beckley and Miss Beck ley of Louisville. Ky, are visiting Mrs E. S. Colston on Government Street. Miss Maribel Williams who contempiat- | ed leaving next week to visit her brothei
 at Fort Leavenworth, has postponed hei | departure for two weeks.
 Mrs. Harry Donald entertained at din-
 ner this evening complimentary to MT. | and Mrs. George Hurd, who are to leave
 Saturday for New York. l Mir. Maynard of New Gork IS spending ! this week in Mobile and was one of the | guest sat the Donald dinner this evening. | Mir NJ B. Patton was among the large | number of Moblians who spent the week | in New Orleans.
 MT. J. B. Waterman has returned from
 a trip to Montgomery, Memphis and New
 Orleans.
 | Mrs. Mann-Vynne was the guest of | honor on launch party yesterday after l noon.
 Miss Kate Durr of Montgomery is ex- pected this week to visit Mrs. J. c. , Rich.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

,,,,, announce myself a candidate for AL HelSD' an flom MAId 4 ,SubJect 10 the ac- ue ~ liIs Democrat priI4aIy
 to VI C r. MCINTYRE
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce myself candidate for AL uernap from Wa. Il One. subject tu the ac- t."" VI tn- DemuerhUo primary.
 JAAaE Eo n. WEST,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

Miss Annie Sharp. a popular young lady of Plantersville is visiting her sister, Mrs Tate Mason, on Union Street.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

Miss Bessie Hudson returned this morn, ing from Montgomery where she has beer the guest of the Misses Dimmick.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

Captain Charlie Pearce, a popular con. ductor of the Southern Railway has re- turned from a visit to Mobile.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

The friends of D. F. 9orrte announce him candidate for the office Of Alderman iron Ward B. subject to the action Ot A De..4U cratic primary.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce myself a candidate for AL herman from Ward D, subject to the ac. non of the Democratic primary.
 JAMES b. MADDON.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
tuk ALDERMAN w.-AU FOUR.

,,.,,,, announce m! sell candidate for Al ''et.Dy Iyan from Ward 4, subject u the acton Of the ADOLPH KOEMER.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

The curbing and other material TOT the parking of Broad Street has arrived ahd work will begin in few days.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
The Newc of Selma.
Romantic Marriage.

fair to be a red letter year for the lovers
 of the game
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce myself candidate for tho nomination Alderman fIom Ward 2, sub lsct to the action oI tne app, oacnIng Demo- cratic pnmary. Your support IS respect LuIIy solicited anu Will De appreciated.
 LEOPOLD STRAUSS,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
FOR ALDERMAN WARD TWO.

The friends of MT. .. L. Ruth announce him as a candidate for the Nomination for AL deiInan ftom Ward 2 subject tU action of the Democratic primary.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

| hereby announce myself candidars Tor Alderman fl om WaId x subject the GeIiOn of the Democratic P. imArles
 GEO. II. TODD. JR
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

R. D. Shuptrine of Stafford, one of Dal- las County's most successful planters is in the city today
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

The work of putting in the new pipe organ in the Presbyterian Church was completed today and grand recital un- der the direction of Professor Vanhoff and Mrs. E. T. Long was given tonight. The best musical talent of the city con trlbuted to the program and the occasion was enjoyed by a large gathering of clu- zens. A collection was taken up and nice sum was realized for the church.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

Governor Jelks's home on College Hili will be completed and ready TOT occupdH- cy some time next month.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

B. F Ellis Of Orrville. a prominent and well known citizen of West Dallas Is iH the city today.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
FOR ALDERMAN WARD FIVE.

hereby announce myself as d candidate Alderman from N ard ?, suLJecL to t..u . tion of the Democratic pl.Al.ry.
 CHARL4k.5 a N..sIFr'IA. .A.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

hereby announce myself candidate for AL aerman from Ward ,, sGDJtLt IhS ae- uon Uf the Democratic piiliIary.
 A. OIkENDES
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

Several sneak thieves who have been robbing houses were run upon by Oncer J. NJ. Jones yesterday and were sareiy landed in jail.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

At the meeting of the Wednesday Whist Club the first prize, picture, was won by Mrs. Cohn of New York and the second, a heavy bronze statuette by Miss Daisy Richards The next meet ing will be held with Mrs. Samuel New berger.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13
FOR ALDERMAN WARD SIX.

hereby announce myself as a candidate for Alderman from Ward 6, subject to the action of the Democratic primary.
 JESSE WADSWORTH hereby announce myself as q candidate Tor AIdsrynan from Ward 6. subject to the ac tion of the Democratic primaries. Youe iIpport will be appreciated.
 W. J. RYAN o.rehv announce myself candidate for AL dnrnnan from Ward 6, subject to the action of the Democratic primary. Your support VIII O' JAMES J. SULLIVAN.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

H. L. Mckee president of the Meri- dian Light Company is in the city fol a few days.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

The week up to this time has been ideal for the farmers of this section who have lost no time in planting corn and prepar- ing their cotton lands.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

GROVES CHRONIC CHILL CURE cures the chills that other chill tonics don't cure. No Cure. No Pay. bO cents
 adv-td-thu-sat-to wkly
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

shipments of freight are still crowding the depot and comparative statements The railroad is taxed to keep up with it's work.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

Toledo O.. March 1.-The police were called out twice today to defend non- union teamsters who were attacked by strike sympathizers.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-03-13

The fixtures of the Eufaula National Bank have been purchased by a bank soon to be opened in Midway and were arranfing to wind up the affairs of the in- stitution which have been satisfactory to the creditors.