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The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01

Special TO the Indianapolis Journal
NOBLESvILLE. Ind, June 3o.-The at
torneys for Tyler Cruthers. the convicted
fake foot-racer, asked Judge Neal to quash
the indictment against the defendant and
release him in accordance with the recent
ruling of the Supreme Court. The court
refused the request on the ground that the
case is still under the jurisdiction OF special
Judge Elliott, OF Kokomo. who presided at
the trial. Elliott has promised to come to
this city next Monday and make come dis
position OF the case. The attorneys for the
State will insist on a new trial.
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01
First Victim of the Heat.

Special to the indianapolis Journal.
NEW CASTLE, Ind, June 30.-Newton
Myers, an employe of the New Castle hoop
factory. was the first victim of heat here
this season. While working in front of the
steam watts he was overcome and fell, strik-
ing his head on a log and badly bruising it.
He was carried home.
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01

Special TO the indianapolis Journal.
WABASH, Ind, June 30.-John b. Rose.
formerly city treasurer of Wabash, who
was short $1,000 in his accounts and who
was acquitted of fraudulent misappropria-
tion OF city funds, has left Wabash for
good. When Rose abruptly departed from
Wabash the day his term expirted last
September, he headed for Indian Territory
and worked for a short time in an abstract
office at Tishimingo. He was pleased
with the country and with its opportunities
that he resolved TO go there and begin life
anew. His family will follow him.
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01
Another Zier Company.
Special to the indianapolis Journal.

Special to the Indianapo!Is JournaI
NEW ALBANY, Ind, June 30-The Zer
Boiler and Sheet Iron Company to-day filed
articles of incorporation. The capital stock
is SIS 600 and the incorporators Robert
W. Morris, William Miller. Peter Young,
Frances Zier and Michael Zier. Postmaster
Morris will be president of the company
and Michael Zier will be the general man.
ager Mr. Zier was formerly president Of
the NJ. Zier Company. in this city.
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01

Special TO the indianapolis Journal.
Upton, Ind, June 3O-Oil has been
discovered at Atlanta, south of this city.
The first well was drilled several months
ago and proved a failure. The second we'll
was shot last night and oil shot I'm the air
and over the derrick. 1t is reported that
the well is a twenty-five or fifty-barrel
producer
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01
Big Sale of Farm Property.

Special TO the Indianapolis Journal.
FORT WAYNE, Ind, June 3O-The larg-
est single transfer of farm property ever
known in this vicinity was made to-day,
when the 1.sOO-acre farm belonging to the
sons of the late Judge Ninde was sold to
Strauss Brothers e. Co., of Ligonier for
s135,OOO. Judge Ninde bought the tract,
which lies just over the line in Paulding
county, Ohio, ten years ago, for SIS an acre
and now 1t brings SO an acre. 1t has been
brought to a fine state of cultivation by
Harry Ninde, the oldest of the three sons
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01
WHERE THE MONEY WENT.


Special to the indianapolis Journal
GOSHEN, Ind. June 3O-Circuit Judge
Ferrall to-day handed down his finding
in the Elkhart school case, pending since
1897 and once through the Supreme Court,
the suit being to locate and recover $500
of school funds which mysteriously disap-
peared during the year of defalcation of
County Treasurer William II. Holderman
and was never traced to the recipient.
The court found that $500 was paid to
f. r. Kerstetter, cashier of the Elkhart
National Bank, acting for Treasurer Ed
ward Finn. of the School Board, but was
never accounted for to the bank, and that
Holderman received balance.
After the conclusions of law are made
suits against KeTstetter and Holderman,
as individuals or officials, will be filed.
Holderman's bondsmen have settled with
the county in full.
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01

Special to the indianapolis Journal

Special the indianapolis Journal
RICHMOND. Ind, June 3o.-The Rich
mond art exhibit. the seventh given by the
Art Association. closed tonight 1t was
very successful in every way. The attend
ance greatly increased and the sale of
catalogues reached more than 1900. Otto
Stark. the indianapolis artist. who had sew
eral pictures exhibit. was visitor to-
day. NJ. Il. Wilson. president of the Capital
National Bank. Indianapolis. and Mr..
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01
Pike County Barn Destroyed.

Special to the indianapolis Journal
PETERSBURG, Ind, June 30.-A barn
belonging to Wilson Leighty, a farmer
south of here, with it's contents and six
horses, was destroyed by fire last night.
The loss is 5000, with insurance.
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01
ROBBED AND LEFT TO DIE.
Syrian Woman Bound So Tightly She
StrnnEled.

DENVER, Col, June 30.-With her feet
roped together, her hands. doubly tied be-
hind her back and a gag bound so tightly
around her mouth and neck that it finally
strangIeti her to death. Mrs. Antoine Ken
ham vas robbed and left 10 Gle alone at
nor house at El21 sixteenth street in this
city Her dead body was discovered to-day.
She was an old Syrian woman, and three
cvriars-a woman and two men-have been
arrested for investigation. II is supposei
The robbery was committed On Sunday
night.
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01
new Castle Constable Shot.

Special 10 the indianapolis Journal.
NEW CASTLE, Ind. June 3o.-Ralph
Yost, a local constable. was shot about 10
o'clock this evening while on the veranda of
his home by a bullet alleged to have been
intended for Mrs. Pete Hill, colored, fired
by Mrs. Martin Dean, colored, during a
quarrel between them.
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01

Burglars entered the residence OF Mr..
Lottie Helms. 1oos East Washington street.
last night. by side window. but as MrA
Helms Is out of the city IL impossiblo
10 ascertain what was stolen. Bicyslesncn
Askin and Duncan went 10 the house M
fastened the window. but could flnd n
trace Of the thlef-
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01
Waste Paper Company Formed.

Special to the Indianapolis Journal.
ANDERSON, Ind, June 30-The Ander-
son Waste Paper Company was organized
here to-day. the preliminary steps being
taken last night. Anderson capitalists have
entered largely into this business in Chi
cago New York, Philadelphia and also in
London j. .. Pattie is the moving spirit
In the local company, which proposes to
establish receptacles all over the city for
the collection of waste paper, which will
be gathered, baled and Sold
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01
SUICIDE OF D. G. BRYCE.

BrOther OF owner OF the COlumb us
Ball Team Takes His Own Life.
MINNEAPOLIS. Minn.. June 30-After
stabbing himself several times in the throat
with the blade Of a safety razor In a des-
perate attempt to commit suicide, Dave G.
Bryce turned a pistol upon himself and
sent a bullet through his left breast at the
Cecil Hotel. this morning. He was taken
to a hospital. where he died few minutes
later
Bryce was a brother of Thomas Bryce.
owner of the Columbus baseball team. and
IL Is believed that he has near relatives In
New York. II Is stated that a few DAYS
ago he received letter from HIS sister In
San Francisco full of tender affection and
asking him to cast on all dissipation
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01
Obituary

SAN FRANCISCO, June 3o.-Ex-Con-
gressman Thomas j. Clunie died at his
home in this city to-day of acute kidney
trouble.
LONDON, June S0-Dan Godfrey. the
famous bandmaster of the Grenadier
Guards. died to-day OF paralysis.
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01

Fauvre. OF the same city. also were here
The association tonight purchased the pic
ture entitled "In Verdure Clad" by r. b.
nent collection.
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01
Indiana Obituary.

PORTLAND. Ind, June 3O.-Daniel Tuck
er, aged eighty-three. a pioneer of Jay
county, died to-day at his home in Redkey.
The Indianapolis journal., 1903-07-01

Chicago Tribune.

Chicago Tribune.
There are few people who would about
as soon have their fingers blown of by
firecrackers as their arms talked OF by Inn
passioned orators.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
MILLINERY DISPLAY
OPENING or MRA FIREMAN IN NEW pARLoRS.
Occasion Made Doubly Interesting With Beautiful Display of Fall
 Hats - Large Crowds
 Throughout Afteynoon.

The millinery paricrs of Mrs. J. A. Freeman at n South Lawrence street, were the scene of an opening of double
 interest yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Free
 man received her friends and patrons at her new quarters in the handsome build ing recently constructed on South Law renee street. near The Advertiser office.
 for the first time, and the occasion was made doubly interesting with q hand some display of beautiful fall hats. The show rooms are located in the double parlors on the ground floor. Throughout all of yesterday afternoon they were crowded to the doors with the ladies of Montgomery. An orchestra was in attendance and q fine musical pro- gram was rendered.
 The pariors were handsomely and tastefully decorated. The beautiful arr rangements of the hats, the tasteful dec- orations of the pariors were the subject of much complimentary comment by the lady visitors. 4#
 In showing the hats. Mrs. Freeman was assisted by Miss Caspart. her trim mer, to whose taste and discrimination. the excellent display of the new styles bore striking evidence. A decoration of the parlor which attracted instant at- tention was a plume tree, bearing os- trich plumes of every delicate shade and color. Several hats in violet shades won the enconiums of the feminine visitors. One of the most beautiful and striking hats shown was a grey and white beaver whose sweeping and graceful lines and delicate shading won repeated words of admiration.
 A series of high crown poque bonnets made a most pleasing impression. The display was notable for the diverse ex- hibition of the crowns of various styles which will be worn during the fall and winter. Several hats of delicate contour, and with a combination of lace and fern foliage were greatly admired A hand some Gainsborough, of delicate blue and white shades, with chenille braid, the subject of frequent praise throu the afternoon. The visitors were pleased with several hats in shades. An all over lace hat wit combinations was one of the ornau.. of the handsome display.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
OFFICERS ARE APPOINTED.
Oxford and Anniston Commanders
 Give Out Lists.

Anniston. Oct. s.-(Special. .)-At a meet
 ing of the Oxford Rifles held last night,
 Captain D. Houston Smith announced the
 following appointments of non-commis-
 stoned officers: c. H. Howele, first ser
 geant, Govan Roberts, second sergeant;
 R. M. Misskelly. third sergeant; John
 Stewart, fourth sergeant: John Thoma-
 son, fifth sergeant; W. J. Moore, quar-
 termaster sergeant; J. H. Hingson. as-
 slstant; H. Warnock, first corporal; Tom
 Smith, second corporal; W. E. Wright, third corporal; E. W. Ray. fourth cor
 poral; R. L. Wilkins, fifth corporal; John Anderson, first musician and R. L. Reed second.
 At a meeting of the Anniston Rifles last night the following on-commissioned of- ficers were appointed by First Lieutenant Dill: First sergeant, J. W. Cary; second
 sergeant, A. A. Deeble; third sergeant, John Crook; fourth sergeant, Bonnie Bell; fifth sergeant, l.. F. Whelchel; quarter
 master sergeant, W. D. Mitchell assist 1 ant quartermaster sergeant, Ross Zuber; l first corporal, Harry Wilson; second cor poral, Turner Dill; third corporal. Chester White; fourth corporal, John Reid; fifth corporal, C. T. Wilson; sixth corporal, | Will Allen; first musician, Raymond New; second musician, T. W. Adair; lance cor
 porals. c. L Dill and J. R. Thomas. Cora. the 10-year-old daughter of MT. and Mrs. E. W. Gates, died this morn ing at o'clock of heart failure. The funeral will be held from the residence
 tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock with in | torment in the Hillside cemetery. Walker D. Hines, first vice-president l of the Louisville and Nashville Railway
 made a trip over the Alabama Mineral | division yesterday. He was accompanied by Superintendent W. E. Knox of this city.
 The County Commissioners today re- elected Dr. E. K. Moon. of this city as
 county physician and Dr. W. B. Arberry
 of Jacksonville as physician to the county poor house.
 The Calhoun County Medical Society met at the Hotel Alabama yesterday and | after the business meeting were banquet
 ed by the local physicians.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
CENTENNIAL ASSOCIATION.
Meeting at Union Springs Develops
 Much Interest.


 Union Springs. Oct. S. s.-(Special)-The Centennial Association convened here Tuesday and Wednesday. Dr. c. H. Franklin was elected moderator. F. o. Bickly. church clerk. and B. T. Ely, treasurer. Rev. A. J. Cumbie preached the Introductory sermon. and pr. Stake ly of Montgomery. preached the mission ary sermon. collection was taken for the orphanage, amounting to $25. A col lection for missions was also taken. Drs. Stakely and Elliott represented the mission boards, both making able speeches.
 Rev. Frank lis Barnett presented the claims of the Alabama Baptist in an interesting way. committee was ap- pointed to confer with the Harris As sociation which meets in a few days looking toward the consolidation of these two bodies.
 Mrs. Wood. the State president of the U. D. C., will be here Saturday to or ganize chapter of Children of the Con- federacy. In the afternoon at the home of Mrs. Frank Frazer the local chapter will tender Mrs. Wood an informal re- ception.
 Last Sunday afternoon Miss Bessie Vaughn and W. J. Battle were quietly married at the home of the brides par ents. MT. and Mrs. C. W. Vaughn, Rev. A. J. Moncrief officiating They left on the evening train for their future home at Pine Level.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09

Personal and Local. A telegram has been received from Judge J. w. Mabry stating that Mrs. Ma bry is better and that they will return home in a few dayss. Chief Clerk John Chisholm of the Pro- bate Court is spending his vacation at his home in Marion Junction. E. E. Norris, popular railroad man of Washington. passed through Selma to- day. R. M. Nelson of Baltimore. formerly of Selma, is a visitor to the city. Dr. Lawrence Moore and Dr. Sutton of Orrville were in Selma today.
 Mir and Mrs. William Weaver have re- turned from Asheville, N. c. 4..
 pr. E. F. Lee of Mobile is registered at the Hotel Albert.
 E. M. Sheppard of Central Mills was in the city today.
 R. G. McMillan of Orrville was in sel- ma today.
 R. D. shuptrine of Stafford spent today in Selma.
 s. A. Hobson of Jackson is in the city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
Fire Engine Record Lowered.

Fort Worth, Oct. S.-Number Hose Company of the Fort Worth fire depart nent today lowered the worlds speed record for going into action. The contest ,,as to run 2s0 feet, lay 100 feet of hose. q total run of 380 feet. make plug con nection and get water. The time was q 4-5 seconds. Up to last year Kansas City held the worlds championship. it's lime being 26 seconds. making a run of 10 feet and laying 100 feet of hose.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
NSl BAYS Na SN2EY

applicants were examined and of these twenty-three passed. Eighteen of these applicants were white and ten of the eigh- teen passed the examinations. The fol- lowing is list of the white persons who were successful applicants: Virginia Nixon, Ellie Harris. Mary Hodge, Kate w. Walker, Annie Mcleod, Elm Smith, Q. M. Dennard. Mary G. Long, John T. Martin and Emily H. Nicholson.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
selma Cotton Market.

The tone of the cotton market today was steady with 7-s cents the quotation for midding. The movement of yester- day as reported at the Cotton Exchange was:
 Receipts. SIP; shipments. 6Ss; receipts since September 1. s,652; shipments since September 1, 14592; stock, 4096.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
Only Two Responded.

Only two members of the Chamber of Commerce attended the called meeting this afternoon. It Is hoped that the or- ganization which Is to all intents and purposes defunct may be resuscitated.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
Niel Made Manager.

The Fall Festival Committee from the Jones Camp of United Confederate Vet erans met this afternoon and signed with R. E. L. Mel contract whereby MT Mel becomes manager of the festival. Matters of minor importance were also transacted
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
Public Schools still Need Books.
Galloway Reports.

County Superintendent of Education D. M. Galloway. this afternoon made public the results of the examination of public school teachers held in July. Eeventy-six
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
Reed.Woolsev.

The following invitation has been Is sued:
 Mir. and Mrs. Minthorne Woolsey re. quest the honor of your presence at the marriage of their daughter. Mary Ella, to MT. James Wood Reed. on the after noon of Thursday, the 29th of October, at 8 o'clock at the Methodist Episcopal Chruch South Selma Ala.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
WANTED.

begns Oct 9th; special rates; write. call oi teiahone. Massey Business College. over Al. exdldcr & Spann's.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
WILL, VISIT coRBIN.

General Hamilton to Reach Wash
 ington Saturday.
 Washington, Oct. &-Major General Cor bin has received word from Lieutenant General Sir Lan Hamilton, quartermaster of the British forces, now at New fork , that he will arrive in Washington next Saturday for a stay of few days ten eral Hamilton is one of the heroes of the Boer war, and is in this country on a five weeks leave of absence.
 During his stay in Washington he VIII be the guest of General and Mrs. Coroin and will improve the opportunity to visit the battlehelds at Antietam, Gettysburg and Chickamauga.
 .- I.--o-- ,ho. the .,,er, ,ar,ne,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
Advertiser Bureau,
 9alyaa 0ctoher S

The case of the State against George w. Coleman, charged with the murder of D. A. Calvin, was called in the Circuit Court this morning. but was continued until the next term.
 The case Is a cause celebre and attract ed a large number of spectators. Solici- tor W. w. Quarles, with Robert H. Man. gum, special counsel, represented the State, and the defense was conducted by three prominent attorneys.
 The State asked for 8 continuance be- cause of the absence of witness, Annie Nixon, a negro. The counsel for the de- fense contended that as there were over one hundred and twenty witnesses sub poenaed for the trial, the case could be tried as well this morning as well as at any future time. Judge Moore ordered that the case be continued.
 Solicitor Quarles said that the State was willing that the case be transferred to the City Court of Selma. The defense declined to permit the transference of the case.
 The Court adjourned finally this morn- ing.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
Memorial to Dr. Mitchell.

Plans to prepare a memorial to the late Dr. Mitchell are being discussed. One which meets with much favor Is to en- dow the Methodist Orphanage at Sum- merfield and name 1t in honor of Dr. Mitchell.
 Miss Sudie Hunt, matron of the Orphan age. made the following statement to Hon. J. H. Nunnelee:
 Tt is proposed by the friends of the late Rev. A. H. Mitchell, D. D. that a memorial fund be raced. which will be used to thoroughly repair and equip the Orphanage. When the amount reaches ten thousand dollars. the directors will be asked to change the name to Mitchell Methodist Orphanage of Alabama
 Tn 1s4S while Dr. Mitchell was Presi- dent of the Centenary Male and Female Institute, he had the building now used as an orphanage erected. A few years ago, when 1t ceased to be used as a col lege. he was chairman of the committee which urged the Conference to establish an orphanage in the old building, which held So warm a place In his heart. The interest of the Orphans Home was on his mind to the last Among his last utteF- ances was a blessing on the great work of the Home. No monument that could be erected to his memory would be more ft- ting than this"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
WANTED-sALEsMEN.

sALESMEN-To sell our fine groceries direct U consumer satisfaction guaranteed: profita-
 ne. steady, desirable; exclusive territory; no iapital necessary: headquarters for car load men; established 1872. Loverin Browne Co.,, Wholesale Grocers, I7o9 State St.. Chicago.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09

A a meeting of the vestry of St. Paufs Episcopal Church last night L. c. Elebash was elected q vestryman. MT Elebash
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09

Advertisements will be inserted in this column, under any classified heading.
 at tlese rates: Twenty-Five cents for twe1y-dve words or less, each tnser" tionE and one cent per word for twenty i've words or over. each insertion. Casn mnt accompany each advertisement
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
Personal and Local.

succeers E. T. Peter. who recently moved from Selma.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
' A .
 { O ! # / ho-eooA

Waeh insurance. The best wy to insure long lite for thf good watches which are the pride of a mans heart, isto send to us for repairs and cleaning.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
LOST.

LOST. Maltese kitten. Finder will please returnao 2l7 Clayton St. and receive pay for trouble
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09

It often happens that the silent partner has the most to say.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
In Compliment to Miss Tissier.

In C0mpI1menL 10 MISS 11SS1er, A delightful reception was given last evening by MT. and Mrs. Charles G. TIs- sier, marking he debut of their daugh ter, Miss Houston Tissier. Mir. and Mrs. Tissier's home on Selma Street was taste fully decorated for the occasion which was an extremely pleasant one. Miss Tissier Is a charming young lady and is welcomed into Selma's society by many friends.
 Those who assisted MT. and Mrs. Tlssler and Miss Tissier in receivinng were Miss Mabel Tissier, Miss Elise Jones, Miss Gertrude Wilkins, Miss Louise Wilkins, Miss Adolpha Reeves, Miss Camilla Hun ter. Miss Mary Cothran, Miss Jessie Hobbs, Miss Octavia LeVert Nelson, Miss Norma Ward. Miss Hudson. Miss Sallie Hardaway, Miss Marion Melvin. Miss Nell McKinnon, Miss Julia Clark. Mrs. J. w. Moore. Mrs. J. w. Broadstreet, Mrs. c. A. Paterson, Mir. and Mrs. Lafayette Tis. sier.
 Public Schools Still Need Books.
 Work in the public schools of Selma Is still interrupted and delayed by tho fail ure of publishers to furnish all necessary text books to the designated Repositories for the uniform text book series. There are about six varieties of books much needed and altogether lacking.
 As previously stated by The Advertiser, Prof. R. E. Hardaway. Superintendent of Public Schools, has written to Cover nor Jelks advising the conditions prevail ing here. He suggested that the pub fishers be sued on their bonds.
 W. s. Butler, proprietor of the local de- pository, states that 1t Is impossible to obtain the required books.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
FOR RENT--RooMs.

FOR RENT-Seteral rooms. together with sta- hle if desired; in very desirable neighborhood and near car line; reference required. Apply to Zirkle & boore
 FOR RENTLF'ront room. first floor, private entIsnce anf private bath. furnished or un- Snrniahed so S. Court St. If TOD REN+-Two desirable desk rooms, situ- ated tn fhe Pollak building, in offices formerly occnnIed ty Colonel Falkner; very desirable To- cation, Apply to Benjamin Screws in the Pol iak building, u
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09
MISCELLANEOUS.

cITT prices at Besson's Drug Store. Theatre Buiying. u
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-10-09

THE night school of 4he Massey Business Col. ,oen and women to Irepare for business; spe- cnsi rates of tuitione session beings Oct. 5th: write or call for cfculars. Massey Business College If ELECTRICITY. tekgraphy mechanical draw zebra. geometry. ocd music taught at Y. M
 q A. night schoo; three dollars for six months Investigate. tu-fr-su