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The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26
COLLECTOR HELD UP FOOTPADS NEAR OWENTON

A daring and successful hold-up took place last night just beyond Owenton, in which A. F. Hurley. a collector for the Anchor Supply company. was robbed of $so in money and his watch.
 MT. Hurley lives at 16lS North Eigh- teenth street and is employed by the An chor Supply compahy. He was driving to- wards town about o'clock and when about three hundred yards west of Owen ton college, on the Ensley road, two men sprang in front of his horse and at the point of a pistol commanded him to hold up his hands
 One man held the horse while the other compelled him to alight and went through his pockets, relieving him of about s3O in money, jewelry and a bill book.
 "The man who searched me-" said Mir. Hurley, when he found my bill book, said T can use this, and put 1t In his pocket. lost watch and chain which l value very highly Mo-" he exclaimed, T could not identify the men. It was all most dark but I could see very clearly that one was negro. while the other was
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26
HARSH FOR JUDGE
 OF SUPREME COURT
HUNDRED THAT JUDGE HENRY A. SHARPE WILL NOT BE A cANDl- DATE FOR REELECTION NEXT YEAR.

It was rumored about the courthouse yesterday that Attorney G. K. Harsh will become a candidate for the posi- tion of Supreme court judge of Alabama.
 MT. Harsh Is in Montgomery ,his weea and could not be seen about the mat ter. but several of his friends when seen stated that they had heard the rilmor, but that they had nothing to say on the subject.
 It has been generally understood in political circles for several weeks that Judge Henry A. Sharpe of Bin niingbam, who now honors the Supreme court bench will not be a candidate for reelection. It is also felt that Birmingham Is well en- titled to a place on the bench and prob ably no one is better qualified to iiil the position that MT. Harsh
 Mir. Harsh announced some time ago that he was candidate for the first as- sociated judgeship of the circuit court Of Jefferson county, in opposition to Judge A. A. Coleman, who is lls) a candida to for that position.
 If MT. Harsh becomes a candidate for the Supreme court position, however he will of course withdraw from the race for first associate judge of the circuit court as created by the lew enacted by the last legislature.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26
PROSPECTS BRIGHT
 FOR STATE EXHIBIT
c. p. LANE REPORTS THAT MOST PORTIONS OF STATE ARE WILL. ING TO RESPOND TO CALL FOR CONTRIBUTIONS.

c. P. Lane, president of the Alabama Worlds Fair association, has been trav- cling over the state Investigating the mat ter of raising the subscription for the ex- hibit, and he reports that the prospects are unusually bright.
 Mir. Lane outlined his policy several days ago and since that time has been over the best portion of the state. and he states that he has been met with open hands everywhere and that contributions have been freely promised.
 Mir. Lane has found that several of the counties. in the state are willing and anx- ious to follow the lead of Jefferson coun- ty in making a special exhibit and also contributing to the general fund. This is specially true of Jackson county, which is arranging for s15.ooo forestry exhibit.
 The other counties which are arranging for special exhibits as we'll as contribut- ing to the general fund are Montgomery, Mobile, Morgan and Limestone.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26

either a very bright mulatto or a white man. I picked up the bills which had been scattered and went to the nearest house to telephone to the sheriff.
 After the robbery the men disappeared in the darkness, going towards Ensey. On MT. Hurley's arrival at the court house and his description of the property which had been lost, Sheriff Burgin im- mediately had the following notice dis patched to the pawn brokers in the com munity:
 Description of Watch.
 ''Stolen-One gold-flled hunting case la dies watch, case No 20O594O, Elgin move- ment No. 4599141; one gold-filled chain with bar, short, round links, the links be- ing larger in the middle of the chain than at each end; short chain for charm but no charm.
 "On the face of the dial of the watch is the emblem of the Woodmen of the World. consisting of a bird and beadle the stump, the axe, letters A F. H., Mo bile, Ala, and date.
 "If anyone attempts to pawn this notify officer and have them detained for in vestigation.
 ANDREW BURGIN. Sheriff. November 25, 1903."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26
Established 18a6) GELDERs' RESTAURANT,

110 N. 20h St. Dinner, Thursday, November 26, 11:3o a. m. to 3 p. m.
 SOUP ss.- ;#4.4.l Oyster Gumbo. Baked Red Snapper-la Cubion.
 RELISHES
 Salted Peanuts, Sliced Tomatoes, Lettuce.
 ENTREE Pati de foi Gras, Green Apple Fritters---Wine Sauce
 BOASTS
 Beef--a la Mode. Roasted Turkey--Oyster Dressing. Cranberry Sauce.
 VEGETABLES Potatoes in Cream, Sugar Corn, Green Peas, String Beans.
 DESSERTS Vanilla Cream--Assorted Cakes
 DRINKS Coffee, Milk, Tea. TWENTY-FIVE CENTS.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
J. r. Plant.

J. T. Plant, one of the oldest and best known machinists and mechanics in Jef- ferson county, died at an early hour yes- terday morning at his residence in North Birmingham The funeral services will be conducted from the residence, Forty second street and Ninth avenue, East Birmingham this morning at II o'clock and the interment will be in Elm Leaf cemetery
 The deceased leaves eight children and several brothers and sisters. many of whom live in and around Birmingham. The wife of the deceased died about a month ago, and her death probably hast ened his. For some time he had been suf- fering from pneumonia.
 For several years the deceased was master mechanic of the North BIrming. ham dummy line. and he was a well known figure in Birmingham during the city's earlier days He was 52 years old
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26
Marriage Licenses.

Marriage licenses were issued from the probate office yesterday to the following couples:
 D. A. Cato of Warrior and Miss Pearl Goodwin, J. A. Cochran of North Bir- mingham and Miss Ledie Cornelius. J. NJ. Martin of Ensley and Miss Corlnne Sex ton, J. w. Godfrey of Adamsvile and Miss Lueretia Woodruff. R. c. Clawdus of Longville and Miss Rosa Cardle, W. o. Garrett of Ensey and Mrs. Helen P. Robb, Samuel Wange of Lopez and Mrs. Hannah Davis, J. W. Douglass of West End and Miss Lillian F. Smith
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26
NEARLY ALL STORES
 WILL CLOSE TODAY
MERCHANTS WRITE NOTE SAYING
 THEIR DOORS WILL BE CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF THANkseIv. ING DAY.

Nearly all the retail stores of Birmlng- ham will be closed either all of today or a part of today
 The following communications are self explanatory: To the Editor of The Age Herald. We should be pleased to have you an- nounce that our store will be closed all day Thanksgiving day
 CAHEEN BROS Birmingham. November 25 1903. To the Editor of The Age-Herald. Please announce that we will close at noon Thursday, Thanksgiving day, and greatly obige,
 COX SHOE co. Birmingham, November 25, 1903.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26

will not only save Nou distressing pain and valuable time. b will cost you less money. There is ala satisfaction In knowing that the very best possible treat ment is being given tc you by a comps- tent physician who has Experience In such matters and is capable of curing you in the quickest and most perfect manner possible 1 have treated private diseases as a speciality for the past fifteen years in tho city of Birmingham. and 1 am therefore known to e great many. Bus you are not acquainted with ms. l re- s<r you. with permission, to First Na- tionai bank. Alabama National bank. Jefferson County Savings bank and Steiner Bros. bankers. as to my responsi- biiity for my contracts. l cure many pa- tients by mail treatment Write for prices and terms
 1 do not use large advertisements and false statements to attract patients which merit has failed to secure. If you fail to be cured by such methods. give me a call and get we'll
 Address or call at Rooms 1012 and l0ll new First National Bank building, corner Second avenue and Twentieth street. Take the elevator.
 Office Hours: s:30 a. m to 6:D Q ua. Sunday. 10 a- m to IA m. ss9j
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26
BIJOU MATINEE TODAYi
 USUAL PRICES.
Alabama Brewing Go.
 "Bohemian B,sr.'

Why pay car fare home when you can get your din ner for loo at the Peerless, 18th street and Second ave ?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26
Miss TutwiIer to Be Consulted.
Feminala for Women.

Feminala is prescription of an emil nent physician for all diseases peculiar to women. It is good for all feminine ills and absolutely best for most of them Druggists now sell and guarantee 1t.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26

The Peerless Lunch Coun. ter is the place. Good service and moderate prices. Try 1t. 18th street and 2d ave.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26
DIR. Y. E. HOLLOWAY,
Physician and Surgeon.

Three-rourths ot the persons who come to me to get cured of Syphilis, Gonorrhoea, Gleet. Structure. kost Manhood and other private diseases have tried to Ret well by using oth- CT means. Why not come as soon as you find that you are anlicted3 It
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-26

Receiver N. l.. Miller filed yesterday an affidavit of his investigations up to the present time which shows that the con- cern of c. M Burkhalter & Co.,. owes $45,- BOT 65. He gives the following list of cred itors and the amounts due so far as he has been able to learn:
 Alabama National bank. ............S $500 % Rirni qha Trust and Sa1tinrs
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
BITS OF NEWS TOO
SHORT FOR A HEAD,
Boiled Down to Four Lines
and Bunched.
HAND MIRROR OF EVENTS HERE
Happenings in The City and Suburbs
of Local Interest to Be Perused at
Leisure While Your Coffee is Slowly
Cooling.

Flich-the acme of parIor games at
Holidays book store. Price so cents.
Phone 246.
1t is said that Macon parties are con-
templatlng establishing lucratiye bus
mess in Americas. There is welcome
here for ALL
Israel Grier, the negro badly bullet
bored by Lew Shell last Friday, was
still alive yesterday, although his con-
dition is quite critical.
Than Americus, no city of like size
in the South boasts as many fine horses
and nobby rigs. Just count them
some bright afternoon.
Two local fishermen brought in q
string of 1876 fine Dream from Wells
Mills yesterday, causing an instanta-
neous stampede thither.
RehersaIs for the library entertain.
ment are going forward, and fine pro-
gramme of much merit and interest
Will be presented shortly.
Pedestrians cannot reach Magnolia
Dell now from the fact that the foot
bridge over Town Creek was carried
away by last Fridays flood.
Commencement day is fast approach
Ing, and the sweet girl graduate is
busily engaged in compromising her
original essay and white dress.
There was nothing lacking yesterday
in the fervid intensity of Old Soils
good work. Really, it was about the
first sure enough summer day.
Hammocks in large assortment-the
kind that combines beauty and COM
fort at Holidays book store. Prices
81 90 to SIS. 90.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
Beware Of. 0intments for Catarrh
That Contain Mercury,

AS Mercury will surely destroy the
sense of smell and completely derange
the whole system when entering 1t
through the mucuous surfaces. Such
articles should never be used except on
prescriptions from reputable physicians,
as the damage they will do is tenfod
to the good you can possibly derie
from them. Halls Catarrh Cure, manu-
featured by T. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo,
Ohio, contains no mercury, and Is Ia
ken internally, acting directly upon the
blood aud mucuous surfaces of the sys-
tenn. In buying Halls Catarrh Cure be
sure you get the genuine. It Is taken
internally and made in Toledo, Ohio,
by F. J. Cheney and Co. Testimonials
free.ss
Sold by Druggists, price 75c per bota
tie.
Halls Family Pills are the best.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
Cures Eczema, Itching Humors, Pim-
pies and Carbuncles. Coats
Nothing to Trv,

B. B. B. Botanic Blood Balm) is a
certain and sure cure for eczema, itch
ing skin, humorE, scabs, scales, watery
blisters, pimples, aching bones or joints,
boils, carbuneles, prickling pain in the
skin, old eating sores, ulcers, etc. b.
tanic Blood Balm cures the worst and
most deep seated cases by enriching,
Purifying and vitalizing the blood,
thereby giving healthy blood supply
to the skin. Heals every sore and gives
the rich glow of health to the skin,
Build up the broken down body and
makes the blood red and nourishing.
Especially advised for chronic, old cases
that doctors, patent medicines and hot
springs fail to cure. Druggists 81, with
complete directions for home cure. To
proved, B. B, cures, sample sent free and
prepaid by writing Blood Balm Co.,
Atlanta, Ga. Describe trouble, and
rec medical advice sent in sealed letter.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19

If you want anything in the drug
line phone 9S and get it quick.
HUDsoN's DRUGSTORE.
Rev. L. I. Nease and Miss Nease of
Plains, were guests of friends in Amera
icus yesterday.
Col. Crawford Wheatley will accom-.
pany Gov. Terrell and staff to New Or
leans this week.
Mrs. c. Horace Mccall, of Buena
Vista, was in the city yesterday, en-
route to Atlanta.
Mrs. George W. Bagley, of DeSoto
spent yesterday very pleasantly with
Americas friends.
Mrs. Georgia Cobb, of Oglethorpe,
was in Americus, her former home, yes
terday afternoon.
Miss Jessie Weeks spent Sunday and
yesterday in Columbus, the fair guest
of relatives there.
Mr.. Oscar Mckenzie, one of Monte
zuma's we'll known young business
men, was here yesterday.
J. W. Wright of Cordele, was in
Americas yesterday on business, stop
ping at the Allen House.
Mrs. Will Morgan and sister, Miss.
Bertha Morgan, of Sumter, were guests
of relatives here yesterday.
Miss Eleanor Sawyer of Providence,
r, 1 is the guest of Mrs. James TAYLOR
for several days at her residence on
Lee street.
Mrs. Frank Harold left yesterday
for Monroe, Ga. to spend some time at
the home of her parents, Mr.. and Mrs.
B. S. Walker.
DR.. j. G. Dodson went to Macon yes
terday to attend the meeting of the
State Board of Pharmacy, in session
there this week.
Mr.. and Mrs. Norman G. Miller have
been spending several days pleasantly
in Atlanta and West Point, returning
here this week.
Mr.. and Mrs. K. NJ. Mcdonald and
little Miss Mcdonald, of Sumter, were
in the city yesterday, among the many
other visitors here.
Col. U. B. Harold left yesterday for
Warm Springs, Virginia. upon impor-
tant business with a meeting of rail.
way officials there.
Mr.. W, 7. Morgan, one of Macon's
we'll known and Influential citizens,
was in Americas yesterday, coming on
important business.
Prof, L. d. Lockhart, though not
veteran Of the war, is mingling with
the veterans in New Orleans this week
and having 8 good time.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
ROWDIES HOLD UP
CONEY ISLAND TRAIN
Ira1nmen and Policemen Are
Assaulted.
PASSENGERS WERE TERRoRIzED.

sunday Train Returning From coney
island Is Boarded by Crowd of
Toughs Who Create CONSERVATION
and Terror-Many Are Arrested.
New York, May 18.-Rowdies held
up a train returning from Coney island
Yesterday, terrorized the passengers
" nghting and cmsing and assaulted
CEalnmen and policemen who went to
S1op the trouble. One policeman had
ms nose broken and others had hats
crushed and uniforms torn before the
excitement was queHed. Eight men
were finally landed in cells at the
6ath Beach station and were held for
a hearing.
When the train left Conev island
nHe cars were jammeG to the doors.
Inc crowd was hilarious, and all SEM
OIance OF order soon disappeared.
stopping the train between stations.
the conductor ordered the motorman
Oh the train to blow the whistle with
out ceasing and to run the train ahead
until Bath Beach was reached. This
was near the police station.
When the train reached the Bath
Beach station Captain Cullen, Sergeant
Ryder and Roundsmen Nugent with
nine men, were there. CAPTAIN Cul-
len sent half of his men with the
sergeant into the car and told them
TO arrest those whom they considered
the ring-leaders, and push them out
through the windows of the cars.
Where they would be caught by the
captain and his other men.
Then followed a fierce battle. Police
man Nugent had just seized one man
who had been thrown out, The fell.
low began to pummel Nugent's face.
ne caught the policeman's club and
with 1t struck the roundsman repeated.
ly. The man had Nugent down and
was helaboTing him when the captain
went to the policeman's aid When
II was over Nugent's uniform and hat
Were ruined and his nose was broken
ALI the prisoners were held on
charges of disorderly conduct. except
the one who had beaten Nugent and
he was held for assault.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
Due Notice Is Served.

Due notice is hereby served on the
public generally that DeWitt's Witch
Hazel Salve is the only salve on the
market that is made from the pure,
unadulterated witch hazel. DeWitt's
Witch Hazel Salve has cured thousands
of cases of piles that would not yield to
any other treatment, and this fact has
feits. Those persons who get the genu-
inc DeWitt's Witch Hazel salYe are
never disappointed, because it cures.
". A. Rembert.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
a Startling Test.

To save life, DR.. T. @, Merritt, of
No. Mehoopany, Pa. made a startling
test resulting IN wonderful cure. He
writes, "a patient was attacked with
violent hemorrhages, caused by ulcera-
ton of the stomach. I had often found
Electric Bitters excellent for acute
stomach and liver troubles so I pre-
scribe them. The patient aimed from
the first, and has not had an at
tack In IA months" Elect rio Bitters
are positively guaranteed for Dyspepsia,
Indigestion, Constipation nd Kidney
troubles. Try them. Only SOC at the
Eldridge drugstores.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
Turkish Officials RetIcen+.

Constantinople, May 18.-The Turk
ish officials observe much reserve re-
garding details of the fighting which
occurred during the advance Of the
Turkish troops on Ipek, Albania, which
was occupied May Is. Several hun
dred Albanians are now reported to
have been killed or wounded. The
Albantans have telegraphed the Sultan
announcing their submission and ex-
pressing their fidelity and readiness to
accept the measures necessary for the
pacification of Albania.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
Travelling Is Dangerous,

Constant motion jars the kidneys
which are kept in place in the body by
delicate attachments. This is the rea-
son that travellers, trainmen, street car
men, tesmsters and all who drive very
much, suffer from kidney diseases in
some form. Foley's Kidney Cure
strengthens the kidneys and cures all
Geo. e. Hausan, locomotive engingeer,
Lima, o., writes, Constant vibration
of the engine cause me great deal of
trouble with my kidneys and 1 got no
relief until used Foley's Kidney Cure. -
Eldridge drugstore,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
a Lesson In Health.

Healthy kidneys filter the impurities
from the blood, and unless they do this
good health is impossible. Foley's
Kidney Cure makes sound kidneys and
will positively cure all forms of kidney
and bladder disease. Tt strengthens
the whole system. Eldridge drugstorse.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
Quick Arrest.

J. A. GulIedge of Verbeua, Ala, was
twice in the hospital from severe case
of piles causing "A tumors. After doc.
to and all remedies failed, Bucklen's
Arnica Salve quickly arrested further
Inflammation and cured. It conquers
aches and kills pain. 25c at the FL
bridge drugstores.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
Rheumatism Cured In "a Hours

T. J. Blackmore. of Halter & Black
more, Pittburg, Pa, says: "a short
time since procured bottle of MYS-
ITO CURE. It got me out the house
in twenty-four hours. I took my bed
with Rheumatism nine months ago and
the MYSTIC CURE is the only medi-
cine that did me any good. had five
of the best physicians in the city, but /
received very little relief from them. I
know the MYSTIC CURE to be what
it is representa- and take pleasure in
recommending it to other poor suffer-
els. Sold by E, j, Eldridge, Druggist,
Americus, Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
It is something to be good, and it is
well to be good for something.
Mothers! MothersI MotharsI.

How many children are at this season
feverish and constipated, with bad
stomach and headache, Mother Gray's
Sweet Powders for children will always
cure. If worms are present they will
remove them. At all druggists. 25cts.
Sample mailed.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
An old bachelor say man with more
money than brains is an easy mark for
the fair sex.

Take "just mite'' of Ramon's TOMS
Regulator nightly, and you Will Do
pleased with the effect, That tired e1-
hausted feeling will disappear, there
will be no cause for headaches, pains In
the back or side. When the organs are
in a healthy state one has no cause for
complaint, and that is just the state
systematic use of Ramon's Tonic Regu-
ia4or will produce. rs cents. For sale
by all druggigts.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19

The way to guard against Summer
complaints" which weaken and debili-
tate, is to place the liver on guard by q
course of Ramon's Liver Pills and Ton
ic Pellets. twenty-five doses for rs
cents. For sale by all druggists.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
JACKSON STREET is BLOCKED.
North End is Still a Wreck From Re-
cent Flood.

Jackson street bridge, near the Gen.
trsl depot, has not yet been repaired
and the street there is still blocked,
The roadway under the railroad tracks
was badly torn up by the flood of water
last Friday night, and the dirt APP
proaches to the bridge were carried
away as well.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
What Is Foley's Kidney Cure.

Answer: It is made from a prescrip-
ton of leading Chicago physician and
one OF the most eminent of the country.
The ingredients G. the purest that mon
ey can buy, and are scientifically com.
bined to get their utmost value, Ell
adridge drugstores.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
will Cure CONSUMPTION.

A. A. Herren, of Finch, Ark. writes,
"Foley's Honey and Tar is the best
preparation for coughs, colds and lung
trouble. know that it has cured con-
sumption in the first stages" Eldridge
drugstores.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19
a Revelation.

If you will make inquiry it will be a
revelation to you how many succumb to
kidney or bladder troubles in one form
or another. If the patient is not be.
yond medical aid, Foley's kidney Cure
will cure: 1t never disappoints. Ell.
bridge drugstores.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19

When a woman marries for spite she
usually spites both herself and her
husband
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19

You never heard of any one using Fo
ley's Honey and Tar and not being sat
fed.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19

An honest politician might as well be
in some other business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19

Experienced girls can get employ.
ment at the E. & W. Laundry, savan-
nan, GA. 1t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19

Foley's Honey and Tar is pecuiarlly
adapted for asthma, bronchitis and
hoarseness. Eldridge drugstores.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1903-05-19

Fortunes caresses oft become fol-
Iy's culture.