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The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
CHRISTMAS PRODUCE
LIVELY TRADE IN TURKEYS,
 OYSTERS AND GAME.
Dealers Declare That Holiday Busi- ness in Montgomery Was Better Than it Was
 Ever Before.

There are not many turkeys around Montgomery to-day.
 "I have been selling turkeys oysters and game a number of years in Mont gomery," said a prominent dealer yester- | day, but in all my experience I never saw anything like the demand for them during the three days preceding Christ mas."
 And the statement of this particular dealer was the statement of practically | every dealer in Montgomery. The indications are that 10000 of the | birds were sold for Christmas in the Montgomery market. About 5000 of these | turkeys were sold by the various dealers while an equally large number were dis posed of by country wagons. One wholesale merchant bought eight turkeys, $500 oysters and ten crates of celery which he distributed to his cus- toners.
 But if the turkey sale was large the oyster sale was larger.
 ''If there were many Christmases in the year." said the aforementioned dealer, ''the sea would be shy of oysters before many of them had passed. You won't make any mistake if you say that 100 900 oysters were sold in Montgomery"
 And rabbits and squirrels" he con- tinued, "why the hunters were lucky and the people were hungry. The result was that no less than 10000 of this kind of game was sold in the Montgomery mar ket.
 "At least 100 crates of celery. contain ing 100 stalks per crate were sold and 100 barrels of cranberries containing 100 quarts each were sold.
 Eggs? Why, think the hens were on strike. We couldn't get enough and the price continued to rise from it's 35- cent mark on Christmas eve until 1t reached 50 cents per dozen Christmas day. The price won't begin to fall Lefore tomorrow.
 ''Oh. 1t was a great week for we oys- ter and game men just as 1t was a, great week for everybody in Montgomery"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
NEGRO MFR RCHANT FAILS
J. ". ADAMS FILES BANKRUPT.
 CY PETITION.
Conducted General Store on South Court and Was Regarded As Successful. Liabilities $15-
 900, Assets $14,00O.

J. W. Adams, who for years was point- ed to as the only negro merchant in th.s section doing a first-class general busi- nes. filed a petition in voluntary bank ruptcy yesterday in the United States Court and his place of business at and South Court Street was closed
 Adams has been in business. in Mont gomery a number of years. He began with a small dry goods store in the busi- ness house he now occupies and year by year increased his business. At the time of his failure it was a department store for the negro trade. He was always con- sidered a reliable business man. He is regarded as a negro of excellent charac- ter and Is a member of the Board of Trustees of Booker Washington's school at Tuskegee.
 Adams fled schedule of liabilities and assets in which his debts are figured at $15C00 and his assets at about $14.000.
 On his petition Referee in Bankruptcy Asa E. Stratton appointed Abe Veil re- ceiver for the business.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
The Worlxs of Abbe Loisy,

Rome, Dec. 26-h is now known that Cardinal Richard has urged the Vatican to have the works of Abbe Loisy put in the index expurgatorius. fearing that de- lay to do so would be interpreted as a rejection of his first condemnation of them. Archbishop Mignot, of Albi, made a brilliant defence of Abbe Loisy, but it Is said to have failed. in its object. It is the belief of unprejudiced people that Abbe Loisys theories of Biblical criti- cism and religious philosophy cannot be repressed. and it has been ascertained that the Abbe will not abjure his works.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
FOR GOVERNMENT PLACES.
Civil Service Commission to Hold Examination.

The United States Civil Service Com- mission of Montgomery announces an ex- animation on January g, 1904. to secure eligibles from which to make certifcation to fill a vacancy in the position of fire- man, to serve from December to April 30 annually. in the United States Court House and postoffice building in Mont gomery at the rate of $500 per annum. and other similar vacancies which may occur in that place.
 Persons who desire to compete should apply at once to either the Civil Service Commission at Washington or w. L. Campbell, secretary of the Montgomery boardi
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
THE COLD WEATHER.

Temperature May Go to 23 Here This P~Hrning.
 The cold change set in here early yes- terday morning. when the temperature fell to 31 or about IS degrees lower than on Friday morning. It continued cold all day yesterday, ! freezing in the shade during nearly the entire day. The weather bulletins pre- dict 1t will be colder here this morning, giving temperatures of from g to 26 de- grees.
 In southern Alabama the change was sudden enough to be termed a cold wave, | section. The cold. fair weather is expected to continue here through tomorrow or Tues | day.
 The rain of Christmas day amounted to | los inch here. and has started a slight | rise in the Alabama River.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
STRONGLY
 ENDORSED
BY BUSINESS MEN
Draughon'S Practical BuSi-
 ness College.
DEXTER AVENUE, OPPOSITE
 PosToFFIcE.

One of the most expensive, attractive and convincing catalogues ever issued Dy a business college Is pubhshed by Draughou's chain of Practical Business colleges, one of which institutions Is To- cated in this city on Dexter Avenue, o2- pcsite postoffice. In the catalogue VIII be found strong testimonials from thirty six bank cashiers and presidents, and Professor Draughon states that he could furnish a thousand if he wished to do so. These testimonials commend Draughon's Colleges as schools that are reliable, that give q superior course of instructions, that have special facilities for securing positions, and that are conducted on high plane of business principles.
 Diploma Valuable.
 The instruction given by Draughon's Practical Business Colleges is of such high grade and so favorably commended by business men that a diploma from one of Draughon's Colleges represents in bus mess circles what diploma from Yale or Harvard repreents in literary circles. Every claim made by Draughon's Col leses is backed iip bx $soo.ooO capital stock. This company recently purchased a Busi- ness College in Oklahoma City, o, IT, which makes the tenth link added to Draughons chain of colleges.
 Interesting Story.
 A pamphlet entitled, "A Little Talk About Big Success" will be sent free, which in an unusually interesting narra- tive. tells the remarkable story of how ] from a very humble start these schools have grown to be a recognized power in both educational and financial circles. This book contains humorous but force ftI story of the ups and downs of J. F. Draughon, who founded these schools. Any one who reads thie little history of his early difficulties, and how he over came them, will And inspiration of the Tight kind Call or write for the pamph- let or catalogue, or both. Address .Draughon's Practical Business College, Dexter Avenue, opposite Postofiice. Mont gomery, Ala.
 adv.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
Inspecting the western.

Roadmaster Nelson of the Western, with party of roadway men and other officials left Atlanta yesterday morning on the annual inspection trip of the At lanta and West Point and Western of Alabama. The inspection train only reached West Point, Georgia, at dark and was sidetracked there until this morning when the officials will continue the trip | to Montgomery and then go over the | Selma division to the latter place.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
INFERRED IN GREENvuLE.
Body of Mrs. Edwin H. Kimbrough
 Buried There.

Greenville, Dec. 26.-(specIal)-The entire community is saddened today by the death of Mrs. Edwin H. Kimbrough, which occurred yesterday at Dothan. The body was brought here last night and the funeral took place this afternoon at o'clock.
 Scarcely five ylears ago Mrs. Kimbrough. who was Miss Lillie Belle Smith, left Green vile a fair young bride. She was much loved by old and young and during her young adyhood was a social favorite. Her untimely leath is greatly depIored by all. She was a member of the Methodist Church and the fu- neral was conducted by Rev. l.. H. s. Chap pell.
 quiet wedding took place at the Methodist parsonage Wednesday afternoon. the contract ing parties being Walter H. Candy and Miss Adele Wilson. The groom is an industrious young farmer. whose homo is i've miles dis
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
CHURCH OF CHRTsT.

The Church of Christ. corner of Church and Catoma Streets-Sunday school and Bible Class 10 a. m. Worship, il a. m. {; preaching. Il 80 a. m. and 7:50 p. m. by ] M. Barnes Prayer meeting Wednes- day, 7:S0 p. m. West End, corne- Sixth Avenue and Heron Street. Sunday school at 8 p. m. Preaching at 4 p. m. and 7:3O p. m. by A. c. Harris.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
CHURCH M NOTICES. M
EPISCOPAL.

St. Johns Church, Madison Avenue Rev Edward Ellerbe Cobbs. Rector, Sum aovs 7.so n m. Holy Communion; 9i3O, Sun1av School in the Chapel: Il a. m !, morning prayer and sermon; 7;SO n m4. evening prayer. Thursday. special class in the study of the frayer sunday School. Fridays, Teachers Meet ing, 4 p. n. x,..~,a
 Chapel of the Annuunciation, Highland Park.-Sundayg, 9:30 a. m., Sunday School k. A. Chapman, Superintendent; Friday B. Evening Prayer and Sermon, 7:30 p. m.
 Chapel of the Holy Innocents, West End Sundays, { p. m., Sunday School; Wednesdays, p. m, Boys Club
 Church of the Holy Comforter-StewaTt [ McCueen, Rector-T. Gardner Foster and Joseph B. Jones, Wardens. Il a. m., morning prayer and sermon; Sunday School at y:S0 a. m.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
CATHoTTC

{. St. Peters Church--on Sundays. first mass at a: m.; late mass at l0:S0 a. m; Sunday school at 9:30 a. m. Vespers and Benediction at 4 o'clock D. m. During the week. daily mass at 6:30 a. m.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
Answer Not Filed.

The answer of Hill, Jones & Company of Roanoke, scheduled to have been filed in the bankrupt court yesterday was not filed. the. attorneys for the alleged bank rupt taking the limit of five days given by the statutes for a bankrupt to file fOnswer after the day set down by the referee.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
CHRYsrIAN sCIENCE.

First Church of Christ Scientist holds
 its regular Sunday morning services at II o'clock Wednesday night testimonial meeting at o'clock. Sunday School at
 Hs3O a. m. Reading room No. 30 Moses Building open daily from 10 a. III. to p. m All are invited,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
PRESBYTERIAN.

First Presbyterian Church, Adams Street. between Court and Perry, Rev. c. w. Patterson, D. D.. pastor. residence 517 Sabbath school, 9:30 a. m., J. T. Cook Superintendent. Preaching at II a. m. and 7:30 D. m. by the pastor.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
Not a Winning Stand.

Atlanta Constitution.
 1t is unwise leadership that would array the Democratic party against every meas. are favored by the Republican adminis- tration. That species of buzz-saw pug naelty can only lead to the poIIticaa morgue.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
NEGRO KILLED NEGRO.

Ed Jackson Shot Walter Knight in
 the Country.
 News reached the county jail last night of the killing of Ed Jackson. negro by Walter Knight, negro. on the Mount Meigs Road, about four miles from Mont gomery.
 No particulars of the shooting are known. except that death was dealt with a shotgun. No warrant has as yet been sworn out
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Cumberland Presbyterian Church corner Church and Catoma Streets, Rev. Walter M. Crawford. pastor; residence Clayton Park Street; telephone. 10l7.-Sunday School 9;30 a. m., W. F. Nickles, Super D. m. by the pastor. Society of Christian Endeavor meets at p. m. Ladies' Aid Society meets Wednesday. 3 D. m. Prayer meeting on Wednesday, 7:30 ?. m. An
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
spnnrAr.a.

Saratoga Chips, fine Pure Fruit Preserves, all kinds, good Olives, Ezince Meats, Cranherries, etc., a1 Smith and Wornum'a,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
CHRISTMAS AT TROY.
Smell Number of Intoxicated Men A Matter of Ramark.

Troy, Dec. 26. Especial )-christmas passed of quietly The very little evidences of whls- key-drinking was a matter of remark The town appeared almost as if intoxicants were not sold here. although the day was cool and rainy. The teachers of the Sunday and day schools seemed to vie with each other in mak- Ing Christmas a day of enjoyment and happi- ness to their classes Many little hearts 8rnong the poor were made glad by the thoughtful consideration and kindness manifest nd toward them by their teachers in the way of presents, consisting not only of edibles but of many more substantial articles for their use and comfort
 The crop of candidates for the respective county offices to be filled by the election of 1904 Is rapidly growing. The office of Pro- bate Judge seems to be the mostly coveted.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
Adams street RaptIst Church fnear the

Adams Street Baptist Church (near the Capitoll-oliver Fuller Gregory, D. D.. Street. teiepSone tss 1i4s PTeaehinS aIyetSe " tSe pastor at Ii a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; $50 D. m.. B. Y. P. U. synthetical study; ' D. m.. devotional meeting; 9:3O a. m. Sunday School. s. B. Sightler, Superintendent. Wednesday. 7:SO D. m.. midweek service of prayer and praise.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
METHoDIsT.

Court Street M. E. Church--Corner of Church and Lee Streets, Rev. J. A: Rice' D. D.. pastor, residence 113 Church Street. Telephone 4S9-Preaching at Il a.: m and 7:SO D! nj. Sunday School at 9:SO a. m. Junior League at 80: Class Meeting, p. m; Epworth League at 6:3O; prayer meeting Wedne5- daY 1:30 D. m.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Central Presbyterian Church. corner Washington and Lawrence Streets, one L. Anderson, pastor, residence 306 Wash ington Street; telephone 294--Sabbath school at 9:30 a. m.. A. w. LeBron, Superintendent. Preaching Il a. m. and 7:3O D. m. by the pastor. Prayer meeting on Wednesday at 7:SO ?. m., at 300 Wash ington Street.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

A little son of Dan Mabry was pain- fully burned this morning. The little fel- low stood too close to the fire while in his night clothes when they caught and was extinguished with much difficulty.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Laundry work of superior worth. That's what you get if you send your package to the Montgomery Steam Laundry. Phone TAO.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
School House at Cotton Hill Blown,
 Down,

Eufaula, Dec. 2e.-(Special.) )-During a heavy wind and rain storm that swept over a section south of the city yesterday the school house at Cotton Hill was blown down and portions scattered by the wind. One room and a chimney of Wash Hat fields residence was blown down and much damage was done to outhouses. fences. trees, etc. Visitors from that sec tion say the rain for an hour was one of the severest that ever fell in that section and farm lands were badly washed.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Southside Baptist Church. corner Hull Street and Cramer Avenue. BellingeT Heights-Rev. D. P. Lee, pastor; tele- phone No. 14l4; residence, 1902 South Hull Street. Preaching at Ii a. m, and 7:3O D.
 m. by the pastor: pastor: Sunday School ESQ t 8. Ellis, Assistant: B. Y. P. U. 6:30 D. m.
 Ladies' Aid Society meets every Monday at p. m; prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 7:30 o'clock.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Highland Park Church-Sunday School at 3:30 D. m.; prayer meeting every Thursday, p. m.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
BAPTIST.

First Baptist Church. Rev. c. A. Stake ly. D. D., pastor. residence g wilkinson Street, telephone 37S-Preaching, Ii a. m and 7:SO D. m. by the pastor. Sunday tendent Baptist Young Peoples Union Sunday evening at 6:3) o'clock. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 7:sO o'clock.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
COLORED CHURCHEs.

First Congregational Church-Sunday School 9:3O a. m. Edith W. Garrott. c. D., p. m; preaching Il a. m. and 7:S0 p. m, J. P. sims. D. D.. pastor.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Clayton Street Baptist Church. corner
 of Clayton and Holt Streets CBelt Lne cars pass the door)-Rev. R. F. Tredway, 1 phone. 124s. Preaching by the pastor il a. m. and 7:30 ?. m.; Sunday School 9:3O a.
 m.. Frank Allen. Superintendent: B. Y.
 meets Monday 3 p. m.: prayer meeting Wednesday at 7:3O ?. m.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

| League at 6:0Oi prayer meetins WeuHeS- l day, 7:3O p. m.
 Dexter Avenue Methodist Church, cor ner Dexter Avenue and McDonongn Streets-Rev. J. W. Shoaff, D. D., pas tor; residence. IA North Huh Street; tel ephone SOI. Sunday School at s:So a. m. 1 A. Roemer, Superintendent. Preaching, II a. m. and T:36 D. m. Junior League at 8 D. m., and Senior League 7:15 D. m. Board of Stewards meets Thurs- | month Ladies' Aid Society meets the | first and third Mondays at ?. m., and the Woman's Foreign Missionary Society meets every Tuesday afternoon at , O oclock.
 Clayton Street Methodist Church-Rev. E. c. Moore, pastor, residence 226 Martha Street: telephone 1616. Sunday School at 9:3O a. m.. W. B. Carlton, Superin- tendent Preaching at II a. m. and 7:SO D. m. Prayer meeting Wednesday evening at 7:3O D. m. Ladies' Aid meets first and third Mondays at p. m.
 Perry Street Methodist Church, corner Perry and Noble Streets-Rev. J. H. James, pastor. residence, 1043 South Perry Street phone 961. Sunday School. g.: 30 a. m, Fred S. Ball Supertntendent; Asso- ciate Superintendent, r. NJ. Moseley. Preaching at II a. m and 7:30 p. m. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 7:45 D. m.
 Fifth Avenue Methodist Church--sunday School at 9:8o a. m.. J. A. Reeves, super intendent. Prayer meeting Wednesday 7:30 D, m. Womens Foreign Misssioary Society meets the fourth Sunday of each month at p. m. The Ladies Aid Socie- ty meets the second Sunday in each month at ?. m. ..t
 Methodist Protestant Church. corner Bibb and Moulton Streets--Rev. ]. P. m,. R, W. owen. Superintendent. Preach ing at Il a. m. and 7:3O p m. Prayer meeting Thursday night at 7:30.
 Forest Avenue M. E. Church. South Corner Forest Avenue and Vine Street Highland Park. Mir. Frank Seay pas tor. phone 4l9 Preaching Il a. m. and 7:SO & oy t6s Gsr SS'o Roemsp hSay school dent
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

West End Baptist Church-Rev. W. A. Windham. pastor; residence, 715 Clay Street. Preaching at Il a. m. and at 7:30 ?. m; Sunday School at 9:30 a. m.. J. E.
 Lloyd. Superintendent. Prayer meeting every Thursday night at 7:3O o'clock; La dies meeting first and third Sundays at D. m.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Christmas passed off with the usual stir and hustle but up to this time no
 casualties and but few eases of drunk and disorder are reported.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Domestic Anish for shirts ia tAs swsllsst thing out. We hAvo the only machine in town. let us do your work this week. The Moaat- gomery Steam Laundry. Phone [ tO.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Suits cleaned and pressed, 75c. Montgomery Steam Laundry.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Pollard Street A M. D. 2. Chureh-Rev. L. D. Workman. pastor. Preaching at Ii a. m. and 7:30 D. m.; class meting M inday and Friday nights. Sunday School at g a. m, G. W. Willlngt0n, Superintendent,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
m. and I:ss o'clock p. m; Sunday soAoas

St. John A. M. F. Church. Madison Ay- enue-W. B. Johnson. 4. M., pastor. Preaching at il a. m. and 7:s0 D. m: Sum day School at e:B0 Q. m.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
Late Trains at Depot.

Last night was another night of late trains at the Union Station, and it will be some time early this morning before the last of the trains due here last night will get in.
 Louisville and Nashville Train No. a from the north due in Montgomery. at 7:26 p. m., was four hours late, the At lantic Coast Line leaving without the connection and going to Florida without a single Pullman car.
 The Western train, due from Atlanta at 9:O p. m., was five hours late.
 At 11:S0 o'clock the Louisville and Nash vile ran out a train for New Orleans with the delayed No. connection, and at 2:SO o'clock this morning they ran anoth- CT train to New Orleans with the delayed Western connection.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

tant. The bride is the youngest daughter of B. B. Wilson. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Mir. Chappef.
 The Sunshine Society made many hearts glad yesterday by Christmas remembrances.S We'll
 niled baskets were left at a number of homes
 A committee from the churches also did good work in scattering sunshine. They coliected nearly one hundred dollars. which was cheer fully given. In different ways they used the amount in brightness and Christmas cheer to those upon whom sickness or suffering had iaid a heavy hand. The Methodist Sabbath School had a Christ. mas tree tonight, though the bad weather tn- terfered somewhat with the pleasure of the children. Rain began last night and has con- tinued at intervals since. Oscar Lane and Ira Traweek of the Uni- versity. Miss Bessie Stewart of Converse Col iege. spartanburg, S.. C.. arc at home for the holidays.
 Rev. and Mrs. Edrsd N. Stewart of Sheffield are guests of pr. and Mrs. Js T. Broughton.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
GIN AT CLAYTON BURNED

Circuit Clerk McCranen Injured by
 Fireworks.
 Clayton, Dec. 2s.-(special.)--At II o'clock last night the steam gin belonging to J. M Dickert was discovered to be on fire: a strong wind was blowing and the gin, being located so far from the water supply, 1t was impossible to save it.
 Circuit Clerk NJ. J. McCraney was badly burned about the eyes and face and came very near losing two fingers yesterday while helping his children touch off their fireworks.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Presbyterian Church. K. H. Champley. pastor. corner Stone Street and Cleveland
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27
Avenue-Preaching at s:SO p. m. and ; D. m.

Hilliard Chapel. 4. M. E. Zion Church Rev. c. W. Maize, D. D., pastor. Sun day School at 9:30 a. n1.; preaching at Il 30 a. m; V. c. b. Society at p. m.; preach- ing at 7:30 p. m.: Glass meeting every Tuesday night at 7:S0; prayer meeting every Thursday night at 7:30.
 Dexter Avenue Baptist Church-Preach- ing Il Q. m. and ?. m., W. W. Colley, D. D., pastor.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Mt. Zion. A. M. D. Zion Church. corn CT Holt and Stone Streets.-Rev. A. 8. Watkins, pastor. Preaching at II a. m. and 7:3O p. m.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

Old Ship, A. NJ. E. Zion Church, TIol. comb Street-Rev. c. H. Smith. D. D., pastor. Preaching at Il Q. m. and 7:st D. m
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-12-27

The Church of the Good shepherd (Prot- estant EpiscopaD corner of South Jackson and East Grove Streets-Rev. J. R, Brooks, pastor. Services at Il o'clock a.