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Middletown transcript., 1903-04-25
SECRET SOCIETIES.

Middletown Council, No. 2, Jr. o. o. A. N
Meets every Monday uight In McWhorter'i
Hal at 8 O'Clock.
Union Lodge, No. s, A. F. q A. M. Meets
hrst Tuesday OF each month In Town Hall.
Good Samaritan Lodge, No. 9, /. y. o. r.
Meets every Thursday night In McWhorter's
Hall at 8 O'Clock.
Damon Lodge, No. II, K. Of p. Meets every
8o'clock.
Welcome Conclave Heptasophs. Meets
every second and fourth Friday night in K
Of p. Hall.
Union Lodge, No. 8, A. o. u. w, meets every
20 and 9Th Tuesday night In McWhorter's
Middletown transcript., 1903-04-25
snrins Fsrtilirers

Stored in our Warehouses by bag or
ton, for Oats, Potatoes, Tomatoes, AS
paragus, Corn. Berries, Peach Trees and
General Trucking. Send your teams and
orders along. Prompt attention.
JESSE L. SHEPHERD.
Middletown transcript., 1903-04-25

Peoples National Bank.-President, Geo
M. D: Hart; Cashier, Geo. d. Kelley; Teller
~. q: lockwood. Bank Building on Eas
Main Street.
Citizens National Bank.-President, JOSEPH
Biggs; Cashier, John y. Crouch; Teller, +
Davis. Bank Building on South Broad
Middletown transcript., 1903-04-25
niddIet0wn Directory.
MUNICIPAL OFFICERS.
BANKS.

President, " illiam R. Cochran; Secretary,
George g. Rowe; Charles H. Howell, j. +,
McWhorter.
Middletown transcript., 1903-04-25

THE TRAsscRlpr sl.CO per year.
Middletown transcript., 1903-04-25

the SANE CUT PRICES which made four months ago
Come and your choice while you have such opportunity
Our prices must be higher but the time being will continue
follows
up s22 50 "Atlas "Classic," "Nuban' and Jewel Oak
Single Heaters No 10 to No. 16, at $3.50 to $12.OO
Othello" Ranges Coal Wood No g. $780, No $28 90
Sunshine Range, Coal Wood, No $780, No S22 80;
"Iron King" Cook Coal Wood No $500; No. g. $21 90;
No g. $23. So
Wyoming Dockash, Range Coal or Wood No $25 O0 No.
g. $2S WITH THERMOMETER. Peninsula Steel oven
Range No. $3.50, stove with Reservoir $25 So
Steel Range premier" No g. HIGH-CLosET AND
RESERVOIR better made, $45.0Q Steel Range Domestic
No with High Closets Reservoirs correspondngy low
prices All the above Cook Stoves and Ranges of the very
highest and finest grade We have great variety OF other
and Ranges coal wood and coal Heating Stoves at
much lower prices.
Middletown transcript., 1903-04-25

TEE TRASscaIrr sl,OO per year.
Middletown transcript., 1903-04-25
THE u. S. SEPARATOR

May be little higher price than some
other Separators, but those who use it find
after short time in use that it is the
CHEAPEST, BECAUSE IT GETS ALL
THE CREAM, and the longer it is used,
the cheaper it will be; for the difference in
the quantity of cream saved will soon pay
for the Separator. sB Get .. S. SEP
ARATOR and "DAVIS SWING"
CHURN, and you will never regret it,
''The price of COAL is down'-not
as low as it should be-but it is down. And
the price of Stoves advanced ten per cent
since 1st January, 1885,, on COOKS and
HEATERS, but we will continue selling at
Middletown transcript., 1903-04-25

Principal Conventions to be Held in vari.
Gus Portions Of the United States for
Which Special Rates will DO in Eject
via Baltimore A 1hio Ra;Ir,.d
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Cahn-Catar.

The following account of the marriage of George Whitfield Cater Jr, and Miss josie Calm in Meridian yesterday will be read with interest by Mr-Cater's many friends in Selma and other cities of the State. Mir. Cater is son of MT. and Mrs. c. W. Cater of Selma and lived here for many years. The appended afticIe is from The Meridian Press:
 The marriage of Miss Joaie Calm to Mir. George Cater took place at the brides home at high noon yesterday, Rev. P, G. Sears officiating. An altar was erected in the front parlor. White candles in silver 'candelabra covered this altar. and shed soft light on the bridal party. The entire house was decorated in smilax. palms. ivy and bamboo, mak- ing 1t look summery inside, while outside all was cold and wntry. While the people were assembling MT. Arthur Lyon played a violin solo fif his own style, always perfect. Immediately preceding the ceremony Miss Mary Hodge sang 70 Fair, O Sweet and Holy" with Mss Eunice Harris at the plano. Then came the ushers: first MT Prank Calm, brother of the bride. and Mfr. Paul Brown, who took places on either side of the altar. Mr. Tom Sinclair. followed by MT. Law renee Caldwell. took their places next. Dr.. Sears. followed by the groom. with Dr., James. Kanan as best maas came
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16

to the city and 70 per cent. witch aznount- ed to $7.o6s.75. went to ths county. This was equally divided between the public schools. county roads and the Confsder- ate veterans. and each veteran in the county is. therefore entitled to ee.75.
 At a, recent meeting of the Odd Fell lows several candidates were initiated and the following officers were installed by District Deputy Grand Master c. H. Korner: Past Grand. Marvin T. Ormcnd: Noble Grand, ]. Webb Carson: s>vice- Grand. Robert c. Cornell; Secretary, Charles H. Korner: Treasurer. Lee Meyl CT: Warden, John R. Moore: Conductor, C. c. zuchtins; R. 6. to N. o.. John Kelly; L. s. to N. C.. M. 8. Ga.dner: R. s. s., E. E. Lathem: L. g. g.. T. K. willingham; I. G., s. c. Palmer; O. O., Lee Newton; R. s. to V. G.. CliR At kinson; l.. 8. to ", G.. Archie McEachin; Chaplain, Rev. J. W. C0wan. H. H. Baker. Edward W. Hausman. c. H. Korner were elected representatives to the Grand Lodge. which meets in Tus- caloosa in May.
 | The appointment ef pr. T. Chiffon Thorington of Montgomery to be Assist ant Surgeon of the 2nd infantry is learn- ed with much interest in Tuscaloosa. Dr. Thorington is the son of Judge and Mrs. W. s. Thoyington, the former be- ing the distinguished dean of law at the University of Alabama.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Wilson Says His Inspectors Must
 Not Be Molested. -

Washington, Jan. 15.-In the campaign of the Bureau of Animal Industry against the epidemic of foot and mouth disease in Massachusetts, a new and unlooked-for obstruction has developed and threatens considerable trouble if persisted in by the authorities. The Department of AKri. culture has been informed that pr. Thom- as. one of the Federal Inspectors, has been fined $50 by local court for al- legged cruelty to animals.
 Tho report to the Department says that the Inspector had ordered a herd killed and that two of the cows had to be struck more than once in order to kill them.
 If the experts of the Department" |" said Secretary Wilson today, "are to be criminally prosecuted in Massachusetts they may have to abandon the undertak- ing altogether. in which case the State of Massachusetts will be quarantined and permitted to eradicate the disease within its borders itself. The quarantine will not be raised from that State until this work is accomplished"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
unele Henrv'g New Suit.

At the County court house. every day, Sundays included, can be seen an aged negro. Henry Kinney. Uncle Henry" as he Is called by all. is the day Janitor and porter. having held this position through the various administrations. for thirty seven years. He Is faithful and honest and, on many occasions has been sent to the various banks with large sums of money, never losing or misplacing cent This morning Uncle Henry appeared on duty ins full navy blue uniform, the money for its purchase having been ap- propriated by the Revenue and Road Commissioner. through motion of Com missioner Garrity of the Committee on Courthouse. Uncle Henry was the proud est man in Mobile this mornings
 Many other Improvements around the courthouse are in contemplation. some now being In process. Among other things the Commissioners have decided upon Q substantial safe for the Tax Collectors Q ofIiee, a thing slong and badly needed. This safe has been referred to by many grand juries In the recent past. and, be- Ing needed, the Tax Collector and his assistants feel greatly relieved.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Plantsrsville Lodge Installed.

Grand Chancellor James B. Ellis of the Knights of -pythias returned to Selma to- day from Plantersville. where he pub liciy installed the officers of Planters vile Lodge No. 2is. He was assisted in the installation by R. H. Mangum of Sell ma, who acted as Grand Master at Arms.
 The installation was public and was wit messed by large number of ladies and gentlemen of Plantersville. Addresses were made by MT. Ellis and MT. Man gum after which a reception was ten- dered the visitors.
 w. M. Johnson, l.. D. Barnes and Tate Mason of Selma Advance Lodge attended the installation.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
ALLEGED SAFE CRACKER.
J. Barney Lewis Suspected of cO

J. Barney Lewis Suspected of Com.
 plicity in Reform Robbery.
 Tuscaloosa, Jan. 16.-(Special.)-J. Bar rey Lewis has been brought to the city by Detective Burns and turned over to Sheriff Kyle,
 Lewis was arrested in Louisiana, charged with cracking a safe at the ex- press office at Reform, about twelve months ago. The amount stolen was s4,0OO which was the county school fund. The money was being sent from Carroll ton to Montgomery and an unsuccessful attempt was made to get 1t at Center vile.
 Two men are supposed to have been implicated in the robbery at Reform, and Lewis is thought to be one of them.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
RED MEN AT BANQUET.

owassa Tribe Celebrated Its Third
 Anniversary. An enjoyable banquet was given by the members of Owassa Tribe No. 46, Inl- proved Order of Red Men last night in celebration of it's third anniversary. The banquet was given in the wiEwam of the tribe on Bibb Street
 Hon. O. c. Maner, presided as toast master and responses to toasts were made as follows: History of the Order" W, S. Smith; The Three Cardinal Points of the Order" E. J. Meyer; "Fdeedom,' H Englehardt; 'Friendship and Charity" J. T. Andrew.
 The banquet was spread by the ladies of the Pocahontas degree and POO persons were present.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Meeting of Council.

The General Council met in regular ses- sion tonight with Alderman F. J. Lyons, in the absence of Chairman Sherard, pre- siding. There were ten members present
 A message was read from the Mayor to the effect that the report of the apprais- CTS on the Bienville water works being of importance and of great length. would be presented to the body at called meet ing later.
 On motion the burget, amounting to $12.- 5S6-21, was passed to payment
 Superintendent Sullivan of the water works reported a total of 6.048, taps to date.
 Sanitary Inspector Leahy reported to- tai of A.5zs sewer connection to date.
 Other reports from officials were read and filed. A number of petitions for pro- rate of license and abatement of penalties were referred to proper committees. Committee No. l recommended prorate of license to Gaillard Johnston Company, Southern Coal Company. six months li- oense to J. s. Thomas and William Mo Donald. refusal of prorate to George Isaacs. ]. B. Robertson, Mccartney and Co, and W. K. P. Wilson. The recon- nendations were concurred in.
 Committee No. 2 recommended the adop- ton of an ordinance prohibiting smoking on street cars in the city limits and on motion. the rules were suspended and it was unanimously adopted.
 The petition of the Mobile Light and Railroad Company for further extension Of ninety days for the completion of tracks inside the city limits was granted and an ordinance to this effect was adopt cd.
 F. c. winde was elected railroadt rack scale inspector for the Mobile and Ohio Road.
 Alderman scheible introduced an ordi- nance to the effect that all penalties be abated if taxes are paid before 18th of March. This evoked a heated discussion, but when the Tax Collector Petrinovich stated, by permission, that the city vas behind in finances and needed the money, the ordinance was adopted. A number of petitions were referred.
 Very Rev. Father Joseph Heidenkamp. for fifty years 8 priest in the Catholic Church and for many years pastor of St. Joseph Church. this city, passed away at an early hour this morning at Providence 1nfarmary. He was born in Westphalia. Germany, and came to American when very young man. He was considered the most distinguished linguiSt in the South and was one of the truest followers of his calling known in this city. He was be- loved of all classes and creeds and his death. though expected, came as a shock to the entire community. Father Joseph, as he was best known. was a meek fol- lower of the lowly Nazarene and followed ths teachings of his faith to the very let ter. His remains will be inferred in the cemetery at Spring Hill College tomor- row morning and the entire Catholic clergy of the city and vicinity will attend the obseouies. I
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Ooming to Reunion.

All of the Mobile Military companies, Gulf City Guerds. E Co.,, John D. Hagan, captain; Mobile Rifles M Co.,, John Cal- laghah, captain; Lomax Rifles, B Co.,, D. c. Camp, captain; Mobile Cadets, A Co.,. C. H. Jones, captain, and Battery A, Joseph Norville, captain, will attend the irsugilral of Governor w. D. JeIks and win appear in the parade with full com pIemehts of officers and men,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Young Men's Institute.

Leo Council. No. 4Os. Young Mems In- etitute. installed officers last night as follows: T. F. o'Rourke President; ". NJ. Byrnes, First Yice-President; Arthur Grove. Second Vice-President; W. A.. Taylor. Recording Secretary; A. C.. E:beltoft. Financial Secretary; J. J. Kll- IIon. Corresponding Secretary; Arthur carlin. Inner Sentinel; c. P. Morta, Out CT Sentinel; c, W. o'connor. Marshall; F. T. Koppersmith. T. M. Phelan, J. R. OGorman, Executive Committee; Dr. Angelo Festorazzi, Medical Examiner; Rev, Fr. J. w. Dunn. Chaplain.
 A. c. Ebeltoft, who for seven years, has served as Financial Secretary. was presented with handsome water service of silver, comprising waiter. pitcher and goblet. National Director J. ". Phelan Gade the presentation speech on behalf of the Council. Refreshments followed the Installation
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
JOYS NAVAL PROGRAM.
Resolution Looking to 25 New Battle.
 ships at S5,OOO. 900 Each.

Washington. Jan. 5.-Representative Joy today introduced concurrent resolu- tion directing the House Committee on Naval Affairs to prepare a bill provid- ing for the construction of twenty-five additional battleships at a cost not to exceed $5,OO0.OOO each.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
RAal Estate Transfera.

The following transfers of real estate have been nled in the Probate Court:
 Thomas Walker and wife to Richard B. Hudson, lot 5 in block D of Platten- burg's addition; consideration, 1,25O.
 J. c. Adler and wife to F. F. Mayes. 70 acres in Section 1A Township 15. Range [; consideration, S7OO
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16

Stirred by Gabriel D'Annunzio's good example, Mark Twain announces that he is giving his skull to Cornell University. ment of future generations. T am get ting pretty old" said Mir. Clemens, speak ing on this subject, ''and shall probably not need the skull altar next Christmas. But if l should I win pay rent" He he thought a skull like his ought to bring in the open market.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Parish House for St. Paul's.

It is expected that bids for the con- struction of the parish house of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Selma will be received next week. Plans for the building have already been prepared.
 The parish house will adjoin St. Paurs Church. Like the church 1t will be gothic in architecture and will doubtless add much to the appearance of the larger building. It will contain Sunday school rooms, a library, and resting rooms.
 The building committee consists of E. T. Peter and c. c. Grayson.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
VETERANS GET MONEY.
Their Share of Profits of the Tusca-
 loosa Dispensarv.

Tuscaloosa. Jan. Especial )-Probate Judge James C.. Brown has announced that the Confederate Veterans share of the dispensary fund IS now ready for dis tribution. The net profits of the dispen- Eary for the past year amounted to ST. Ssl.ss. Of this amount 60 per cent went
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
W. of A. Mav Build Shed.

II is rumored that car shed of ample proportions will be built at the new Western Railway of Alabama passenger station. There have been many requests that a shed for the protection of patrons of the road be erected and the Western would increase its popularity by acceding to the wishes of the citizens of Selma.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Three New Stores.

: W. M. Gill will construct three brick stores on Broad Street south of the Hotel Albert They will replace several wooden structures winch have just been removed The new stores will have foundations suf- flcent to bear the weight of three story building.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
cUREToN-rILL.
Pretty Home Wedding is Solemn
 ized in 0reenvilie.

6Tctty nome WeuutmB 1S 0OlSto0@
 ized in Greenville.
 Greenvilie. Jan. 1s.--<special. .)--Yestsr- day afternoon at { o'clock Mss Corine Till was united in marriage to Lander Cureton of Greenviiie. s. c. The cere- mony was performed by Rev. William A. Taliaferro at the residence of the bride's parents. Mir. and Mrs. Jacob Till and was witnessed by a number of friends and relatives. The bride wore a hand some dress of dark green cloth. very soon after the ceremony they left for their future home in South Carolina.
 News Of the tragic death of Joseph Fletcher Jones, a former Grenville boy. has been received by friends here. The family moved from this place to Green vile, Texas. fourteen years ago. when young Jones was fourteen years of age. Two years ago he accepted . position with the Santa Fe road and was sta- . toned at Los Angeles, Cal. New Years day a friend from San Francisco, Frank Schoonover, was visiting Jones, and when the whistle of engines and booming of cannon heralded the new year the two young men went to the balcony of the third story in e hotel to look at the crowds below. Three men were shoofing revoivers and just as Jones and Schoon- over looked over the railing they were in the act of shooting straight up. One however, shot at an angle and the ball shot Joe Jones in the forehead, just over the left eye. Death resulted in an hour. The deceased was c son. of W. F. Jones and grandson of Fletcher Riley both of whom were well known in this county, having lived here many years.
 MT. James Kirkpatrick Of Lowndas County died Tuesday af the age of ss years. Until less than two. years ago he had lived in this county. nine miles east of this place. He was the father of K. M. kirkpatrick and had often visited here. t'..
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16

Mutual Lodge No. 5O1. Knights of Hon. or. tonight installed officers as follows: G. w. Tutwiler, Past Dictator; H. D. Lafrre, Dictator; F. w. Mayer, vice-Dic- tator; A. N. T. Roach, Assistant Dicta- tor; R. L.. Goubil, Reporter; E. L. Ca- hall, Financial Reporter; L. Frenkel, Treasurer; M. 8. Hansbrough, Guide; H. W. MisseIhorn, Chaplain; G. B. Wat kins, Guardian; William Brabner, Senti- nel; Lag SchWarz, D. w. McGaughey, N. Crane, Trustees. Grand Dictator Escar Floyd of Birmingham was present with the lodge, and was the principal speaker at the supper. which was served after the installation in German Relief Hall.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
NAlma Cotton Market.

The cotton market closed today nomi- nally at 1-2 cents basis, middling. Two or three hundred bales were sold before the market opened at 9-1e basis, mid ding. The offerings continue to be light while the demand is active. especially by the Carolina mills.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
New Fruit Company.

Current rumor has 1t that Mobile is to have another fruit company to compete with those already in, this territory. The new company is the Di Glorio Fruit Company of Baltimore, Md. This com pany has heretofore handled fruit from Boeas and Jamaica by way of Charles ton, but owing to the cheaper facilities for discharging and handling here. the company will, so it is said. have a fleet of six vessels. with regular sailings, to como to this port. beginning March ], next.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Death of Mrs. E. L. Coleman.

! Mrs Estelle Coleman, nee Marx, of Uniontown, Ala., wife of Dr. F. l.. Cole man. died in this city last night after brief illness. Deceased was a sister of Mrs. H. P. Hirschfield of this city and a most lovable young woman.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
The Newc of Mobile.

lne gallery of the structure late yester- oay afternoon. The remains were brought to the city and prepared tor interment Markham came from Bay City, Mich and is said to have son living in Bif~ mingham.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Marine Matters.

The Norwegian steamship Hiram arr rived up to this port last night to John B. Cefalu and Bro, from Puerto Cortez, with 5000 punches of bananas and four passengers
 Norwegian steamship Uistein for Blue fieIds. Nicaragua, sailed today. light, for fruit cargo.
 British steamship spennymoor---sai this afternoon for German and English ports with full hold and deck load of timber. Lvson and Co. were the char terera
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
New Mercantile CompanY.

Articles of incorporation of the J. B. Goodman Mercantile Company were filed in the Probate Court this afternoon. Yhe capital stock is $S.OOO. The incorporat- prs. are James B. Goodman, Aaron K. Powell and Robert w.. Sutherland.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
niria C1nh,s aarrnan Postponed.

The German which was to have been given by the Dixie Club last evening at the Hotel Albert has been postponed until tomorrow evening. It will be led by B. R. Howard and Miss Woolsey.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16

There are three times In a mans life when he Is thoroughly frightened: When he gets married, when his wife has her first baby and when he resolves to ask his naother-An-law to SO home.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Rroke Into Freipht Car.

Special Officer Roy Hoyle arrested Will Coleman, a fugitive from justice. wanted at Meridian, Miss. for breaking into a Mobile and Ohio Railroad car. The ne- gro admitted he was the man wanted. He will be sent to Meridian for trial.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
DeIegates to Galveston.

At a meeting of the Quarantine Board of Mobile Bay delegation was appointed to attend a conference. to be held at Gall weston on January 2s. at which an effort win be made to adopt an uniform set of quarantine rules for all the Gulf States. DTS. Rhett Qoode. Henry GoldtHwaite ana Charles Mohr. are the delegates.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Got Verdict for 965O.

In the Circuit Court judgment was rendered in favor of cerdo Lewis. a gen i1ine African, living at Plateau. this Coun- fy, for $ssO, against the Louisville ana Nashville Railroad, for damages sustained from a switch engine, which backed up- on him. The amount sued for was 5000.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
neath of Little RoY.

The two-weeks old son of MT. and Mrs. Albert Kahn died last night and was buried this morning. MT. and Mrs. Kahn have the sympathy of q large number of frienda. ,- -s. .-ss . H. .-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
Tha Citv Court.

Tn the City Court sennmes Judge. the case of the State VIZ John ADougherty. white. assault 10 murder, was called and entered upon. Dougherty is charged with having attempted the life of 8 negro. Frank Robinson.
 The jury returned verdict of not gull ty this afternoon.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1903-01-16
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supscR1rr1oN BUREAU.

All orders for delivery or com plaints of non-defivery should be left at The Advertisers new headuuarters. IF St. Francis Street.
 Telephones-- Bell. 7ss: Home. l2.