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The St. Louis Republic., 1903-03-01
FORMER CONGRESSMAN BAKER ILL.
Condition of Politician. at First
Thought to BE Serious. ImPrONes.

Jehu Baker Of Belleville. who served as
a congressman for the Republican. the
Fopulist and Democratic parties and was
also Minister to Venezuela. is i'll at his
home. 1t was thought III first that his Ill
ness was very serious, but yesterday he was
reported as resting easy and his w.fe be-
Iieves that he will be able to be out again
in few days.
Mr.. Baker WIS n Republican until the
campaign of 1926. Then re advocated free
silver ard vas nominated bv the fusion
Populists and Democrats. and was elected
to. Congress on this ticket. During his last
term his eyes became affected. and for the
last year ne has been unable to sec. Mrs.
Baker has transacted his business for him
during this time.
Nr. Baker has daughter. Miss Mar
garet. who is a teacher in the East st. Louis
public schools
The St. Louis Republic., 1903-03-01

Episcopal Church will be held tonight at tho
City Hall by the Reverend J. c. White OF East
St. Louis.
-Yebterday paw Gay at the different in
dustries of the Trf-Cities. More than Sl6e,10
WAS distributed amcn1 the wOtkmcn- n
Mabel knaup. the 3-year-old daughter Of
Charles Knaup. was badly burned Yesterday at
her home on the Edwarosyie road. near East
Madison.
The St. Louis Republic., 1903-03-01
body Shipped to 81. Louis.

hcFl BI-II SPECIAL.
. .Vicitsburg. Miss. Feb 2s-Tbe body OF James
o,nansd hs Ire y, Luis ooerraker who was
Momn.u mere n the canal. was shipped to 81;
Louis tonight by the IL O'Clock Yazni ana Mis-
msslpri valley train. 1t Will arrive in ST. Louis
The St. Louis Republic., 1903-03-01
Sale of SIX Yelling.

The now large mesh Veiiings-
single. double and triple
threads-with and without
dots--wl,tte. ivory and black
regular price 2pc yard. Also
pure silk Chiffon Veilings.
white. black, red. blue.
rings. figures and borders of
white or black: regular price
&c: together forming A mass
i've yelling sale; J2HA
choice. yard. ..,....... .fZ2C
The St. Louis Republic., 1903-03-01
Edvvnrdxville Notes.

"A movement is foot at ST. Jacob 10 or
ganize the tnrashernen OF Madison County into
association such formed in other coliI!-
ties Of Southern Illinois last year. II accom-
pl!shed IL is stated that advance in prices will
be made. hut that the construction OF stronger
bridges will be forced.
To-day will be the last time The Reverend
Francis M Wilson. rector Of st. Andrews Epis-
copal Church In Edwardsville. will ofIciate
there. He has accepted call to the church at
Maconb and departs Wednesday with his family.
He viii conduct the usual services to-day. com
munon at II O'Clock and evensong at 7:30 o clock
Mr.. Wilson came TO Ecwardsvie from Rome.
y. Y.
The Reverend Carl jackson OF Alton will oc-
cupy the pulpit Of the First Presbyterian Church
to-day
Miners employed In the shafts of the Donk
Bros Coal and Coke Company at Msryville Col
lnsville and Clba were much wrought rp yester-
day delay in the gay The paymaster
came out from st. Louis on time. but lett his
grip containing the checks the train ard II
was carried up the road. II returned on the
first train. but some of the foreigners became ex-
cited and held meetings at which they voted not
to Work until the money arrived. In 4 few hours
the grip returned and they were paid
The St. Louis Republic., 1903-03-01

The local Iron MoIders' Ulion gave bail
last night at Liederkrsnz Hail.
-Elwert and Funcke, two wcll-krown bowlers
of Bcileyii!s. took the thirteenth prize in the
two-nfen tournament at Indianapolis.
Tho local camp Royal Ne ghboTs OF America
will give an entertainment and social Tuesday
evening
Mrs Elizabeth Gumme-shelrner entertained
friends yesterday
William Smmerman's tand was crushed
while at work in a coal mine yesterday.
The St. Louis Republic., 1903-03-01

Mrs James T.. Whitbread. assisted by Ed
ward ,;sissert gave a musicale at the home a,
Mfs ~ BARNARD OF No. 1epi College avenue
The St. Louis Republic., 1903-03-01
sTEINWAY PIANOS.
KING OF ALL.
BOLlMAN'S,
112O 4 1122 OLIVE ST.
leave car at 18th st1
PRESIDENT MCKINLEY.

On page Z. part 2. Of this issue you will
find the announcement of the Mckinley
Mining and Smelling Company. Read It
carefully, it may mean a great deal to YOU
The St. Louis Republic., 1903-03-01
Tri-CIty Notes.

While repairing tho inside of a smelling fur-
mace at the Granite City Steel Works YESTERDAY
morning. John Newton. brcklayer was over
come by gas and narrowly escaped sufocation
BE was ciscovered unconscious by workman.
Mrs. Katie Sanders OF Granite CITY has st,a,I
Ger husband for divorce the grounds OF
desertion. The couple were married In April
Mr. Sarah Russell OF Venice has been award
ed S2.D damages against the .ty. for an injury
sustained BY falling defective sidewalk In
North Venice She sued for 5000
Special Sunday night servicex Of ST. simon's
The St. Louis Republic., 1903-03-01
PATROL MEN WILL Be INSTRUCTED
TO ENFORCE ANTISPITTING LAW

Ordinance Prohibit ExpecOra ing Cars The side
walks and Floors of Public Buildings Will Become Law ToMor
row-Chief of Police kiely Strict Compliance
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
PRATTVILLE.
spurt of Improvement Has Taken Hold
 on Leading Citizens.

Prattville. May 0.-(SpeciaL)- spirit of improvement mas taken firm grasp on the minds of the inhabitants of this town. Last Monday an election was held to decide whether there should be bonds to the amount of $25,O00 to improve the streets, sidewalks, etc The election was unanimously carried for bonds. The city authorities have decided to issue thirty-year per cent bonds. It is esti- mated that the interest on that sum can be paid out of present funds of the city, and it can, therefore have the improve ments without extra taxation It will also build a town hall out of the proceeds of the sale of the bonds. Work on some of these improvements will begin in about sixty days.
 The city school will close next week with fitting exercises. The present term of the school has been one of the most successful had by the town in many years.
 W. w. Pearce, manager of the Pratt Ice company, sustained a severe injury yesterday by getting burned in an ex- plosion of ammonia in the fittings of the ice machinery. His eyes and face were severely burned, and the extent of his injuries has not been definitely ascer- tained al this writing.
 Copious showers during yesterday af- ternoon and night will serve to mature the oat crop and cause the cotton which is exceedingly small for the time of year, to grow After re-planting several times the farmers have succeeded In getting a fairly good stand of cotton and corn in this section of the country.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
TUSCALOOSA.
Phi Delta Theta Fraternity Entertain
 at a Commencement German.

Tuscaloosa, May 3o.-(speeial.)-T Phi Delta Theta fraternity of the Univer- sity of Alabama entertained at their commencement german last evening and the affair proved most notably brilliant one The german was led Tn a most skilful manner by Edgar L. Clarkson, who had the graceful assistance of Miss Abbie Searcy.
 News has been received here from L;v- lngston announcing the death of Capt. James M Henagan, which occurred at Mobile He was about 59 years of age and had been twice married, his first wife being Miss Laura Miller of Tusca- loosa, of which union two sons surv,ve, MT. stephen and MT. sam Perry lIena- gan, who reside in this city. He Is sur- vlved by his second wife. The remaIEs were taken to Livingston. where they were laid to rest
 Among the young ladies who are fin the city attending the university commence ment are: Miss Elizabeth Jemison of Bir- mingham, Miss Roberta Jones of Macon, Miss Miss Edwina DalSin of Port Gib- son, Miss, Miss Bertha Proweil of Bir- mingham, Miss Alexina Wilkins of Fauns- dale, Miss Mabel Flemming Of Louisiana, Miss Mary Ware of Birmingham, Miss Bessie Mae Thompson of Birmingham. Miss Dora Northington of Frattvile, Miss Alice Pettus of Selma, Miss Simms of Charlotte, S. C., Miss Susie Phillips of Birmingham, Miss Evie Knox of Troy, Miss Jessie Paulfrey of Franklin. La,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
Report Erom New York.

The New York Commercial contains the following in regard to the entrance of the Illinois Central to Birmingham: An nouncement is made by the Illinois Cen tral that the Canton Aberdeen and Nashville will be extended in Alabama from Brilliant, north to Tuseumbia and Sheffield and thence west, paralleling the Tennessee river to the Mississippi Ala bama line, just north of Iuka. That is not all.
 This line will be connected with the ex- tension projected last fall from Jack son, Tenn, southeast to the Tennessee Mississippi line and across Tishomngo county, Miss. to the Alabama line
 The Canton, Aberdeen and Nashville is short. disconnected piece of road, only eight miles long, running from Winfield on the Frisco system, to Brilliant there entering valuable Alabama coal lands owned by the principal stockholders of the Illinois Central. The nearest Illinois Central connection is with the Frisco at Aberdeen. Otherwise 1t is perfectly is- plated from the remainder of the Illinois Central properties.
 The announcement that this road is to be extended is the first confirmation of the numerous reports that the Illinois Central would enter the Alabama mineral belt over it's own rails and proceed to Birmingham.
 The extension from Brilliant to Tuscum- bia will pass through Double Springs, county seat of Winston county, Ala. That place lies northwest of Birmingham and Is the nearest point to that city that will be touched by the new line. Double Springs is therefore the logical point from which the Birmingham branch of the line will be built. Engineers are now making surveys between Double Springs and Bir- mingham for the Illinois Central
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
J. B. CHAMBERLAIN
 RESIGNS POSITION
WITH JESSE FRENCH PIANO CON- PANY-6-coMEs sTocKHoLDER AND MANAGER OF THE E. E, FORBES PIANO COMPANY, OF IRMlNGHAM.

A pleasant surprise to the many frienda and a legion of acquaintances is the re- turn of MT. J. B. Chamberlain. the well known piano man, to this city. He re- signed the important position as mana ger of the wholesale department of the Jesse French Piano Company in St. Louis, where he was called the begin ming of this year.
 Only an inducement such as the E. E. Forbes Piano Company offered MT. Chamberlain, in making him a stockhold- CT in this large piano house and also manager of it's Birmingham concern, brought him back to this city. For sev- enteen years he was connected with the firm he leaves record only few men can equal During a long period of years MT. Chamberlain has enjoyed the posi- tion of a sales manager with the Jesse Louis, where he was called at the begln- vanced to a still higher post
 The E. E.. Forbes Piano Company has made valuable acquisition in securing MT. Chamberlain, who has not only a fine record for his managerial ability, but who is also generally liked by the public and those who worked with him. Those qualities, coupled with his straightforward business methods, his affability. are the factors which won him hundreds of friends in his business ca reer and an enviable place amongst bus mess men.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
BESSEMER
Saloon Row Results in Serious Cutting
 Affray-other News.

Bessemer, May -(Special)-Ike Tur- ner and Luke Lockett had a row over glass of beer in Macle's saloon, corner of Carolina avenue and Twenty-frst street, which resulted in Turner being very seri- ously cut by Lockett He has a deep gash in ms throat and an artery was severed in his arm. Lockett was arrested.
 Quite q number of events are already on the eccial calendar for next week. On Tuesday afternoon Mrs. Thomas l.. Pat ten will entertain in honor of Mrs. N. L. Carpenter. Tuesday night the "Deestriet Skule' will be repeated at tho library. Wednesday night the marriage of Miss Mamie Smith and MT. Hobdy of Albert vile will take place at the Presbyterian church. There will also be an inspection of the Rifles on Wednesday night, fol- lowed by a large dance at the armory. On next Friday afternoon Miss Emma Is. Cowan will entertain the Young Ladies club. There will probably be other en- tertainments also.
 The ,ev. E. M Craig, pastor of the PresbS eoran church, will preach a spe- cial sermon tomorrow to the Rifles, who will attend in a body.
 Dr. c. H. Clare, who has been in Gull man all the week, has returned and will fill his pulpit at Trinity church tomorrow as usual.
 Mrs N. L. Carpenter and her son Joe are the guests of Dr. and Mrs. J. s. Win ters Mrs Carpenter formerly resided here and is receiving warm welcome from her old friends
 The hard rain of last night did not deter Mrs. T. J. Cornwells guests from accepting her invitation to an evening at finch, given in honor of her guests, Miss Iillie May CornweH and Miss Kate Corn well of South Carolina. There were five tables of players, the handsome prizes being won by MT Lee Moody and Miss Carrie Cockrel Fruit punch was served during the evening and ice cream, straw berries and cake after the game.
 The ice cream and strawberry supper which was to have been given at the park last night had to be postponed on ac- count of the heavy rain.
 The Rev. c. B. Mcleod of Macon. Miss. is the guest of his sster-in-law, Mrs. J. F. Robertson, and Mrs. c. l.. Odell.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
closed with singing old familiar songs,
 

closed with singing old familiar songs, in which all participated.
 Mrs R. E. Roe assisted by her sister, Mrs. Ellington, entertained the members of the Pratt City Woman's club at her home on South Twenty-seventh street, Birmingham. yesterday afternoon. The following ladies were in attendance. Mesdames Job Going, T. 5. Boring, w. l.. Smith, J. D. Duncan, C. P. Morrow, Misses Lucille Morris, Naleria Bundren, Minnie Kidd, Fannie Mabel Benson and Mamie Morrow Delicious refreshments, consisting of fruit punch cream and cake, were served. The club coors, lilac and white, were in evidence in the latter. Tiny bouquets of pansies, the club flower, were distributed to each guest. The even- ing was much enjoyed by all
 The Rev. J. A. Hendrix will preach his first sermon as pastor of the Baptist church tomorrow. The Rev. S. l.. Dobb, presiding elder for the Florence district, will preach at the morning service at the Methodist church, South. Mir Mohn or Avondale will occupy the pulpit at the Presbyterian church.
 Dr. T. T. Thaxton has moved his dental parlors to the second story Of the new Knights of Honor building. He occupies the three front rooms, which have been handsomely equipped with all the latest improved convenences.
 The choir of the Methodist church, South, of which Dr. R. F. Lovelady is director will furnish music tomorrow night at Owenton college.
 Miss Eliot of Leeds is the guest of Miss Alice Sullivan.
 Miss Roxie Rountree of the Vivian rublic schools is visiting relatives in this city before returning to her home at Hart sele.
 Miss Fannie Mabel Benson went to Brookside this afternoon, having been called there on account of the serious ill- ness of a friend.
 Mrs. S NJ. Lovelady of Cullman is the guest of Dr. R. F. Lovelady and family.
 MT. Walter Maxim of Macon Ga. Is the guest of his father and sister, hav- ing stopped over cn route to Kansas City.
 The public school at Thomas. of which J. T. Huffstutler is principal. closed last night after a very successful year. lhs Rev. MT. Forest of this city delivered an address at-tbs commencement exercises.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31

Miss Mcknight of Birmingham, Miss Melville Minge of Faunsdale, Miss Earl Adams of Birmingham, Miss Jessie Cleere of Russellyile, Miss Eddie Bass of Louis- lana and Miss Ala King of Birmingham.
 The remains of William ODonnell son of the late Patrick O'Donnell. were brought from Meridian and inferred in Evergreen cemetery. The funeral services were held at the Catholic church.
 Miss Alice Fallon of Birmingham will appear at the Academy of Music this evening for the benefit of the Orphans home at East Lake. She will be assisted by the following Tuscalooslans: Miss Al- ma Chuck, Miss Katheleene Cotter ana Mat T. Maxwell. There will doubtless be a large crowd in attendance.
 Miss Ada Lloyd died at her home in this city Thursday after lingering ill., ness of pneumonia. Miss Lloyd was reared near Stewards, and her many friends will regret to learn of her death
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
PRATT CITY.
Brilliant Reception Rendered By MT. and Mrs. j. B. Aird Friday Night.


 Pratt City, May S0.-(special)-Th re- ception rendered by MT. and Mrs. J. B. Aird last evening to the members of the graduating class of the Pratt City high school, the faculty, the members of the board of education and their wives, was the most brilliant social event of the season. Mrs. Aird was assisted in re- ceiving and entertaining the guests by her sisters, Misses Lois and Rosalie Me- Kenzie.
 The class colors green and white, were used in the minutest details, both in the decorations and refreshments. The latter were served in two courses, consisting of dainty sandwiches, salads in lemon peel, olives, cake and cream.
 In the center of the spacious dining room there was huge block of ice from which frappe was dispensed throughout the evening Impromptu speeches were made by the following gentlemen: J. B. Aird on 'The Pioneer Days of the Pratt City Public School" Job Going, The Public Schools at Present." P. M. Me- Neil, "The Ideal to be Obtained by the Schools;" the Rev. J. A. Hendrix. Hitch Your Wagon to a Star" in which he brought out very forcibly the motto, .tOn to Perfection"
 MT. Hendrixs remarks were directed to the members of the senior class.
 Miss Mckenzie read a selection from Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch on the annexation of Cubic"
 Sweet music. both vocal and instrument tal was discoursed at intervals by Miss Clara Maxim. Miss Lucille Morris and Mrs. J. B. Aird. The evening of unai- loved merriment and good cheer was
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
II SfaElQS Alone.

Dcetcr Pierce's Favcrite Prescription stands alone, as the one and only remedy for leucorrhea, female weakness, pro lapsus, or falling of the womb, so abse'- lutely specific and sure in curing these common ailments of women, as to WAT iant it's makers in offering to pay, as they hereby do, the sum of $500 reward for a case of the above naladies which they can not cure. This Is remarkable offer. No other medicine for the cure of woman's peculiar ailments is backed by such a remarkable guarantee. No other medicine for woman's ills is pos sessed of the unparalleled curative pro perties that would warrant its makers in publishing such an offer; no other rerri- edy has such a record of a third of century of cures on which to base such a remarkable offer.
 Miss Emma Weller, who is Secretary of tho Young Peoples Christian Association, at IsI8 Madison Avenue New York City, says; "Your Fayorite prescription is boon to siek and icines fsii. know whereof speak, for have had experience with 1t. For fourteen months had constant headaches; seemed too weak to perform my daily duties. and when the day was over l was too tired to sleep well. suffered from nervousness and indigestion, and every thing ate distressed me. Doctored with differ
 
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 The dealer who offers a substitute for uFavorite Prescription is only seeking to make the little more profit afforded by a less meritorious medicine. His profit is your loss. Therefore. turn your back on him as unworthy of your pat ronage.
 If constipated use Dr. Pierce's Pleas ant Pellets. They cure constipation, biliousness and sick headache. They do not produce the "pili habit"
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
JASPER
Commercial Club Holds an Enthusias-
 tic Meetine-Other News.

Jasper. May -(Special.)-The Commercial club held very enthusiastic meeting Thursday afternoon This was the first meeting the club has held in its newly furnished apartments and large attendance was present Aside from the regular business. the principal topic dis cussed was the proposed accommodation train from Russellville to Parrish. The citizens of Jasper confidently believe this train will be put on. which will be great benefit to this district
 Walter James, conductor on the North ern Alabama railway has been in Jasper this week attending court.
 Judge J. J. Banks of Birmingham was in Jasper yesterday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
ANNISTON
Remains of w. G. kernodIe Inferred.
 Other News of Interest.


 Anniston, May -(Special) re- mains of w. G. Kernodle, who met death In a railroad accident at Tecumseh yes- terday afternoon, reached the city last night and the funeral occurred this morn- ing with interment in Edgemont ceme- tery. His death was the result of a colli- sion between the engine he was running and a runaway car The two collided with frightful force and Mir Kernodle, re- maining at his post of duty, was killed instantly.
 R. H. Stickney, Jr., yesterday received notice of his appointment as jury com missioner for the United States court which convenes in this city. The appoint ment was made by Judge Jones and the honor is thoroughly deserved and is well placed. MT Stickney will assist in the selection of juries for the Circuit and District United States courts.
 It is quite probable that q cigar fac tory will be located in Anniston in the near future. J. Cosey. superintendent of a cigar factory in Rome, Ga, has address, ed a letter to the city council stating that if proper concessions in regard to taxes were made he would remove his plant here and have it in operation at once. He stated in his eommunica- ton that the factory employed ten hands and has a large daily capacity. The mat ter was referred to a committee who will investigate it and report at the next meet ing of the council.
 D. B. Lacy, proprietor of the Alabama Construction company, who is now grading for the Seaboard Air Line railroad, will tender barbecue to his friends at Lock Three today. A large number of the lead ing Seaboard officials will attend the bar becue. A special train left the union de- pot here this morning at 7:30 o'clock and will return about this afternoon special train also was run from Cedar toWn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
CENTRAL
 TOCOME VIA JASPER
c. A. & N. Will be Extended
 from Brilliant to Iuka
SURVEYORS ARE NOW BUSY
Line Will Tap One of the Richest Min eral Sections of Alabama and Will Pass Through Double
 Springs, Alabama.

Jasper, Ala, May o-(Special.) )-Prac- tically all doubt as to whether the llli- nois Central railroads new line from Jackson. Tennessee, to Birmingham, Ala bama, would pass through Jasper has been removed.
 Major McCloy who has charge of the engineering party at work north of Jas per is here looking over the grounds for terminals and yard facilities. He ex- pressed himself as well pleased with the location and those in position to know now feel quite certain that Jasper will secure the road.
 Major MeCloy was a guest of the Com mercial club while here. The Conner eial cluo has worked hard in this matter and much credit is due to them for it's success.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
Mans Seven Ambitlons.

From the Chicago News.
 Here are the seven ambitions of a life time:
 1. To be street railway conductor. ?. To be a professional ball player. 3. To be able to lick the school princi- pal
 4. To marry the smartest girl in the class.
 5. To be President of the United States 6. To make a decent living '. To keep out of the poorhouse.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-05-31
Graves Are Decorated.

New Decatur, May SO-(Special)-U S. Grant Post, c A. R.. decorated the graves of their dead comrades in the City cemetery here this afternoon. Sev- eral speeches were delivered and an im- mense crowd witnessed the ceremonies in a drizzlng rain.