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The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12
R0w's This!

We offer One Hundred Dollars Re-
waad for any case Of Canarrh that
cannot be cured by Halls Catarrh
Cure.
F. J. Cheney & Co., Props, Toledo, 0.
We the undersigned, have known
F. ]. Cheney for the last Is years.
and believe him perfectly honorable
in all business transactions and finan-
cially able to carry out any obliga-
tions made by their firm.
West & Truax. Wholesale Druggist,
Toledo, 0. Walding, Kinnan & Marvins
Wholesale Druggists, Toledo, 0.
Halls Catarrh Cure is taken inter
nally, acting directly upon the blood
and mucous surface Of the system.
Price, 75c. per bottle. Sold by all
Druggists, Testimonials free.
Halls Family Pills are the best
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12
Election Notice.

The State OF Mississippi, Holmes county.
Board OF Supervisors, February term 1868.
BE it remembered that at the Shove stated
term of the B'urd of Supervisors of said coun-
ty, an order wfs made by sail Board which
Feb. Z, 1908 Elex, Commissioners of Holmes
Co,
was Id the following words and figures, towit;
Ordered that the resignation Of j. II. ELLISON,
Justice of tie peace for district be and the
same is hereay accepted and nhe commission
ers of election for the county are hereby :di-
rected to hvti IL special election 10 III said va.
canoy said election to be held on the 24th, day
February, 1905
III. b. Ciningham, clerk OF the chancery
court, certify that the above is true copy.
J. B.Cunningham, CLERK.
lty JECuuningham, Dc.
In pursuance of above order OF the board Of
Supervision made at the February meeting
1908, notice is held by given that a special
election foi Justice OF the peace to unexpired
town of j u. Ellis in will be held Ia district No
3. of H0lines county, this, on Fribuy Feb "a 1908
4, n. Mnrtaugh
E.W. Jordan
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

The governor this morning ap-
pointed Hon. Walter P. Tackett of
Holmes county district attorney for
the Fifth judicial district to succeed
Hon. W. s, Hill, who has been elected
to congress. There were several ap-
plicants for the place an! the COVER
nor has carefulls considered the mat
ter Of the appointment, His select
ion will unquestionably give general
satisfaction to the people of the dis
trict, for Mr.. Tackett, besides being
in the highest degree qualified to fill
the position, is one Of the most pop
.ular men in the State. Mr.. Tackett
is native Mississippian, and is yet in
the prime Of life and upon the thresh-
old of a brilliant career. His home is
in Lexington Holmes county, where
he has been practing law successfully
for many years Commercial Appeal.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12
FIRE RAGING.
Big Fire in the Spruce Mine in Min
neS0ta.

Duluth Mimi, Feb. ia special
to the Herald from Eveleth, on the
Mesaba Range says:
Fire broke out this morning in No.
3 shaft at the Spuce mine of the Unit
ed States Steel Corporation. Eleven
miners are imprisoned in the shaft
below the mine and cannot get out
until the fire is extiugnished or burns
itself out.
1t caught in the second level il
the oil house aud the shanties and
timber construction of the interior of
the mine at that point are burning
fercely. Dense smoke is rolling out
Of the shaft, and there are grave
fears that the entrapped men may be
suffocated befora the fire can be sub
dued.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12
A Most Fatal Gift.

Would be the power of foreseeing
events. This would destroy hope. A
knowledge Of the future would un-
make happiness. There are, of course,
some things about the future we do
know. If, for instance, q lack Of
energy, ambition and loss of appetite
shows itself We know it will be follow
ed by serious complaints if not check
Often Liver and Kidney troubles
follow qnickly. In any event Electric
Bitters will restore you to health. 1t
strengthens, builds up and invigorates
rundown systerms. Only 50c.Sat-
isfaction guaranteed by B.S.Beall
Druggist.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Durant News-Gov. Longino did a
most commendable thing this week
he appointed Hon, w. P. Tacket. of
Lexington to fill the unexpired term
of district attorney, made vacant by
the resignation of Hon. W. s. Hill.
Time will easily demonstrate the wis
dom Of this appointment. There isn't
more capable, honorable, gentle
manly or courteous official anywhere
than Mr.. Tackett to know him is to
admire and like him. We congratu-
late Gov. Longino on his spendid ap-
pointment and Mr.. Tackett on the
realization Of his ambition. Durant
News.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Mr.. Armstrong, the foreman Of the
Gwin Machine Shops, made flying
trip to McComb City to see his faith
er.
Mr.. and Mrs. J. M. Fine have been
blessed with a baby girl, both mother
and little one are doing we'll.
We are glad to learn that Mrs.
Marks is able to sit up and gradually
improving.
Mr.. 0. R.. Hargon, wife and son,
after spending few days with Mr..
A. Marks, have returned home.
Miss Elma Winkler, after having
been absent for months attending
school, has returned home.
Mrs. Rosa Mayer, of~Shelby, after
spending sveral days with her daugh-
ter, Mrs. Winkler, has returned home
DR.. ]. D. Dabney,. one of the old
land marks, paid a short visit to
friends in this city.
Reuben Marks, after an absence Of
three months in Chattanooga, is home
on visit to his parents, Mr.. and Mrs
Marks.
Miss Laura Turnage is assisting her
sister Mrs. Perry, in her duties as
postmistress.
Mr. Joe D. Marks expects to spend
several days in New Orleans.
Mr.. W, W. Perry, of Yazoo Cit",
was visitor to our city this weel,
Mr.. G. P. Foose and family will
move to Linden at an early date, as
he has accepted the position Of man
ager, Of q large plantation at that
place.
Mr.. w. B. Jones has purchased sew
eral fine mules to be used on his
plantation.
We are pleased to learnt hat Mr.W.
G. Perry is able to be on the steets
again.
Mrs. Perry, our postmistress, is
now convalescent, having been con
fined to her bed with slow fever.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12
Missed Train

cause weak dody and invites disease kodol
Dyspepsia Cure cures and strengthen the
stomach, and wards off and ovnrcomes disease
J B Taylor, a prominent merchant of Chries-
man, Tex; says: 81 could not eat because of
weak stomach. lost all strength and run
down in weight. All that motley could do was
done, but all hope of recovery vanished. Her.
ing of some wonderful cures effected by use
of Kodol, concluded to try it. The first bottle
benefited me, and after taking four bottles
am fully restored to my usual strength, weight
and health.,, B.SBeall
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Sardls' Miss, Feb. 6-Hon. A. S. Kyle
of Batesvill Miss is candidate for
State Treasurer. Mr.. Kyle was in the
city yesterday morning and stated to the cor
respondent OF The Tim es- Democrat that he
had decided to make the race and would make
an active canvass of the State. Mr.. KYLE.
Was elected four years ago as one of the mem
bers of the Legislature from this country. and
was appointed chairman Of the appropria-
ton committee at Of that body. MT Kyle is a
very successful farmer. He isa brother OF
Hon. J. G. Kyle OF this city ,ex-member OF Con-
gress. and would not have offered for election
as State Treasurer. had his brother remained
in the race for Governor. Mr.. Kyle is we'll
known throughout the State as the chairman
Of the appropriations committee OF the last
Legislature.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12
INDIGESTION

10 the direct cause OF most Of our ills:
such as sick headache. diarhma, lid
nsy and bladder troubles, rheumstisna.
siin diseasea. nervous prostration, do
hility, stc.. often causing pains all over
shs body. Acidine Is guaranteed 10
aara Indigestion in isa worst form.
ss a cost Of less than one cent day.
Money refunded If II fails. Call for
Grss sample bottle and circular. Sold
and guaranteed by
For Sale By Swinney & StisIer.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

One Minute Cough Cure gives rehefe in one
minute, because it kills the microbe which
tickles the mucous membrane causing the
cough, and at the same time clears abe phlegm
draws out the inflammation and feals and
soothes the affected parts. One minute coug
Cure strengthens the lungs, wards off pneue
monia and is a harmless andneyer failing cur
in all durable cases of Coughs. Colps and Crup
One Minute Cough Cure is pleasant to take,
harmless and good alike for young and old
B.S.Beall
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12
Mysterious Circumstace.

One was pale and sallow and the other
fresh and rosy. Whence the difference
She Who is blushing with health uses
DR.. Kings New Life Pills to main
tain it. By gently arousing the lazy
organs they compel good digestion
and head off constipation. Try.them,
Only 25c'at B.SBeall Drug Store
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Gov. Longino yesterday appointed
Hon, W.P. Tao kett of Lexington as
District Attorney to succeed Hon. w.
s. Hill. who resigned. having been
elected to Congress from the Fourth
District. Mr.. Hills resignation takes
effect March |. The Herald congrat-
ulates the Governor upon making the
appointment. Yazoo City Herald.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12
Nearly Forfeit His Life.

A runway almost ending fatally
started horrible ulcer on the leg Of
J.B.Orner, Franklin Grove, Ill. For
four years it defied all doctors and
all remedies. But Bucklen's Arnics
Salve had no trol5!o to crrc him.
Equally good for Burns, Bruises, Skin
Erudtions and piles. 25c at B.S.Beali
Drug Store.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Last week it was our pleasure to
hear'EIon. E. F. Noel make one of
the soundest and best speeches we
have heard in Mississippi since the
war. We do not know what sort Of
governor Mr.. Noel would make but he
has good ideas Of government and
makes a good speech for governor.
If his thoughts and ideas were wrought
into the policies Of our state govern
ment we think it would be good for
Mississippi. For instance our pres
ent primary elections law was passed
through his advocacy and it is one Of
the best laws on our statute books
today. Summer Chronicle.
Seed Potatoes and onion sets at
at Howard Overs
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Hon. W. P. Tackett of Holmes
csunty, has been appointed district
attorney to succeed Hon. w. S. Hill.
Mr.. Tackett isan excellent gentleman
and an abe lawyer. The Common
wealth extends congratulations.
Greenwood Commonwealth.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Among the number who attended
the sale of the stock of 7. J. Tate
e. Go at Bowling Green Monday were
IS. M. Smith W.O. B rrett I. J. Jor-
dan and w J. Overstreet.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Mr.. G. NJ. Fryer announces in this
paper as a candidate for magistrate
in Beat 4. Mr. Fryer is one Of the coun-
tvs. .famost citizens and should he be
elected will make an excellent magis-
trate
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

W. P. Tackett, of Lexington, was
on Thursday appointed District At
torney, Of this district, in place of W.
s. Hill, resigned. Mr.. Tackett is an
able lawyer, and will doubtless make
an efficient official. Grenada Senti-
mel.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12
Seed Potatoes and onion sets at
Howard Dyers.

Mr. ]. Y. Spell announces in this
issue as candidate for reelection as
magistrate in Beat 4 Mr.. Spell Is
one Of Holmes countys best citizens,
and the good people Of Beat A can
make no mistake in electing him 10
any office to which he aspirss.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12
Strawberry Plants for Sale.

Klondyke Strawberry Plants for
Sale.
Triumph Seed Irish Potatoes for
Sale.
(No cocoa on premises). Come
over and see for yourself what
we have.
Apply to Wesley Porter at DR..
Joe Watson's.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

intended for this department of The Progress Adver
ser should reach the Office not later than Wednesday preceding
of publication to insure printing that weeks issue
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

is. and H. W. Watson IL Int, lot less
go A. d W side sec 10 T 15R 3 w. Taxes
$1l.80.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Be sure to see the handsome line Of
wors cad on display at Pickens-Bar-
rett Co Mr.. Cuthenan Of L. E. Hays
& Cois there for the rest Of the week,
aud if you want an up to date spring
suit or pair Of trousers, call and
have your measure taken.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Mrs Joe Ellington of Greenwood
is visiting The home folks this week.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Governor Longino has appointed
Hon. W. P. Tackett, of Lexington, as
district Of the fifth circuit court dis
trict of Mississippi to succeed Hon W
S. Hill, congressman-elect from the
fourth congressional district, who re-
tires from Office on the first of Fek-
ruary to commence his official duties
at Washington.
There were quite a number Of ap-
pljcants for the place, but Mr. Tack
EFT was the pronounced favorite and
was generally endorsed by the bar
and the people throughout the dis
trict.
The new appointee isl about sfor-
ty years of age, a graduate Of the
law department at the University Of
Mississippi, and has held high rank in
his profession for a number of years.
Clarion Ledger.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Lime, Cement, Brick. 7. W. Smith
Sons & Co.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

Seed Potatoes and onion sets at
at Howard Dyers.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12
A FEW PRESS COMMENTS ON
yIR. TACKETT'S APPOINTMENT.
No Appointment that Governor Longno Has Ever Made Gave Better
Satisfaction than This--Mr. Tackett Appointed Over
Many Opponents, ALI Brilliant Men.

Governor Longino made splendid
election in appointing Hon. W., P.
Tackett as District Attorney Shed
Hills successor. Mr., Tackett il an
able lawyer, polished gentleman,
and will make his people a faithful
prosecuting attorney. Greenwood
Enterprise.
The progress-advertiser. (Lexington, Miss.) 1902-1903, 1903-02-12

We are the largest
Meal, Cora, Oats, W
Prices not to BE beat,
chase elsewhere.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1903-01-09
STATEHOOD BILL.
II Wa. Discussed In the senate wsdnss
dax BY ssNereI SENATORS.

washington. Jan. s.-The senate
Wednesday discussed the bill for the
reorganization Of the militia and also
the statehood bill. Mr. Mallory OF
Florida led the Democratic senators in
opposition to the section OF the militia
bill providing for a reserve force OF
trained men. the contention being that
II not cnly infringed ON the k.ghts OF
the several states. but also ineseased
the standing army by 100000 men
During the consideration OF the state
hood bill Mr.. Beverldge had read a
number OF resolutions adopted az a re-
cent convention In oklahoma favoring
single statehood with Indian Territory.
Mr.. Quay criticised the resolutions and
said the single statehood bill TO which
they referred was not before the SEN
ate. having been withdrawn and there
fore they had acted unintelllgently,
"You have done away with your bill. -
said he. addressing Mr. Beveridge He
said ,he parties attending the conyen-
ton which drew up the resolutions had
masqueraded as n representative con-
yentlon OF the advocates OF the Nelson
or single statehood bill.
Responding. Mr.. Beverage declared
that the observations OF the sub-com'
mlttee which visited Oklahoma and In
dian Territory were a vast majority OF
people favored single statehood.
Mr.. Bate (Tenn.l said the resolution
OF the five civilized tribes opposed
statehood with Oklahoma.
Mr.. Nelson (Minn) then resumed his
remarks in opposition TO the omnibus
statehood bill. but he had not conclud-
ed when at $50 p. m. the senate went
into executive session. II adjourned
shortly thereafter.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1903-01-09
For SALE
LAMAR BETHEA
Successor to Monroe Edge,
Real Estate Agent.

% acres Of firstclass land near A. n
M. college. good location for dairy
and hog farm, price siOOO.
81 lots on courthouse SPARE, good
seven room house, newly painted
with barn and all necessary out
houses. fine well Of water going al
$4,000.
VIII sell the Pochila two story
house cheap.
VIII sell lots in north western part
Of city. inside lots at $500, corner
lots at s35 90.
90 acres on Wixon creek known ~
Pearson place. 80 acres N cultiva-
tion. All creek bottom land except
5 acres. Good place Tor party want
ing small farm. Going cheap.
% acres. Good 9 room house. TWO
underground brick cisterns About
"a acres In cultivation. One mile
west OF city. I. X. q. n. X. X. passes
through property. Will sell fol
81 5000 or trade for city property
Other lands too numerous to men
zion.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1903-01-09
BUTCHERS MEET.
General Amnesty aud . Number OF Other
Recommendations Made.

General Amnesty aud . Number Of Other
Recommendations Made.
Pretoria, Jan. SAN influential
meeting OF burghers drafted an address
for presentation to Colonial Secretary
Chamberlain and the legislative eoun-
ell. embodying the Views Of leaders.
Among the recommendations are gen
eral amnesty. the maintenance In
Transyaal's pre-war regulations re-
garding natives, the importation OF
cattle by the government and their
sale 70 burghers at actual value and
abolition OF South African eonstabu-
larry.
Generals Botha. DeWet and Delaray
strongly urged the necessity for a mod
crate attitude and organization 20 as
sist the present government General
Botha represented $4,000 which had
been collected in America and Europe
for the relief OF destitute Beers.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1903-01-09
ARBITRATION TREATY.
Favorable Report Authorized by senate
Committee ON Foreign Relations.

Favorable Report Authorized by Senate
Committee on Foreign Relations.
Washington. Jan. S.-The senate
committee on foreign relations author
lied Senator Lodge to report fayorably
the general international arbitration
treaty recommended by the Pan-Amer'
lean conference held at the City OF
Mexico last winter. The treaty Is on
the lines OF The Hague treaty, but ap-
plies only TO the republics OF the west.
ern hemisphere. II provides a tribunal
for settling disputes as 20 boundary
lines and claims and also over other
questions concerning which nations
may differ The treaty found favor
with the committee as another step In
the general adoption Of the principle OF
arbitration and the opinion was quite
general that favorable action upon the
agreement at this time by the United
States would have a good effect upon
the settlement OF IN dlficultIs between
Venezuela aad he European creditors
OF that nation.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1903-01-09
HAWAIIAN COINAGE.
Measure for That PurP"s. Game Up In
the House.

Measure for That Purpose Game Up In
the House,
Washington. Jan. Sat the opening
OF the session OF the house wednes-
day. Mr. Cooper (wyo). chairman Of
the insular committee. asked unani.
nous consent that the bill TO promote
the efficiency OF the Philippine con.
stabulary be made a special order for
Thursday. The request was agreed 10
with the understanding that two hours
be allowed for general debate.
A senate bill to refund certain ton
mage taxes also was passed
A resolution was adopted calling up
on the secretary OF war for the reports
upon't the operation Of the law OF Feb
ruary 9. 1901. which prohibits the sale
OF beer and light wines at post eK'
changes.
The house then went into committee
OF the whole and proceeded TO the con-
sideration OF the senate Hawaiian coin
age bill
The debate upon the bill was parti'
clpated in by Messrs. hin Comm,
shafroth (Coll Robinson und). Coch'
ran MOI. and Underwood (AlaD The
bill was passed without division.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1903-01-09
STRICT QUARANTINE.
A Gordon Of soldiers WIN Keep People
fssm Crossing ths Line.

m9m trus~iu4 ths sst."s
Tucson. AdL. Jan. s.-Information
20 the star from the ONCE Of Score
tary OF state Hermosillo concerning
the plague situation is as follows:
"strlctest quarantine is maintained nj
Guaymas against Mazatlan. A Gordon
OF soldiers have been established from
tidewater Oh the boundary line be-
tween the states OF Sonora and Slnaloa.
soldiers being stationed within sight OF
each other along the entire distance
with instructions 10 shoot any one en-
deavoring TO pass the line. Strietest
kind OF patrol is kept along the coast.
No passports are Issued to ships to
clear from Guaymas, and no ships are
allowed to enter from any points.
Guaymas f. depending entirely on her
resources for subsistence. A most
thorough system OF fumigation and
sanitary regulations have been adopt
ed. Lime and sulphur are issued daily
10 poor people. and the streets and
wards cleaned daily. Governor Isabel
has been placed In compile charge by
the federal government
Governor Isabel brands the reports
of the last few days TO the effect that
the plague has secured n foothoid In
Guaymas or any border towns between
Guaymas and Sinaloa as false
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1903-01-09
CREDITORS ACT.
The wettermark bank Buiidlng Ordered
Locked aud Warrants Issued.

The wettermark Hank Buiiding Ordered
Locked and Warrants Issued.
Nacogdoches. Tex, Jan. S.-The 10
creditors OF the bank OF A. Wet
termark & Son held a meeting at the
courthouse wednesday afternoon.
June c. Harris was ordered 20 lock
the bank and await the arrival OF the
United tSates marshal. A warrant was
sworn out for the arrest OF ID. s. Wet.
termark and placed In the hands OF
Sheriff Spradley. Two hundred dol
lars was raised as expense money and
a committee appointed to solicit funds
10 help In the matter.
Twenty-six hundred and hfty-one
bales OF compressed tickets. represent
Ing a value OF $4,000 are alleged 10
be forgeries by the Shreveport bank
examiner who is here; also notes 10
the amount OF s4s.65O on the Nacog-
doches OIL company. making total OF
Slis.s3O forged paper.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1903-01-09

New York. Jan. S-siy liens aggrs-
garlng nearly $50 1000. have been hled
at Hampstead. J.. g.. against Castle
Gould. the country scat that Howard
Gould is building at Sands Point Port
Washington. near Long Island sound.
Contractors who lIcd lhr liens refuse
70 explain the reas1ns until tho cases
are brought no 10 the Nassau county
court Mr.. Gould had trouble with his
workmen last autumn and had deputy
sherlifs keep walking delegates on his
premises.
Bryan morning eagle. [volume] (Bryan, Tex.) 1898-1909, 1903-01-09
Saving mnchIns p.rl.lnn

Austin. Jan. S.-The supreme court
held that where sewing machine
company sold a machine on Install
ment plan. retaining a lien In mort
gage 10 secure deferred payments
stlpulating that machine could DO
sliced In refault Of payments without
process Of law. II can take possession
OF the machine without further pro-
cess. Decision Is in the case OF the
Singer Sewing Machine company VS..
Frank Rios. from Travis county.