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The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03
Sunday Concerts.

A party of young men Of Bristol visit
ed the Soldiers Home at johnson City
Sunday. The party consisted of Mes
sers. W. B. Stockton. J. B. Caldwell,
William Daniels and John Evans
The young men attended the free con
cert given from the corridor of the hos
pital buildings by the military band
The band gives a concert there eacf
Sunday afternoon and attracts hun
dreds of visitors to the home. Mr.
Stockton stated to q Courier reporter
that the guards at the barracks inform
ed them that during the day they haC
counted $50 visitors pass the gates. =
Courier.
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To the Editor of THE COMET:
PUBLIC PARK,

PUBLIC PARK,
One Of the crying needs of johnson
City is park. Already ground suita-
BILE for the purpose will cost more than
we bonded and taxed care to pay, and
it will be more and more expensive
year by year. Will not some public
spirited individual donate land for that
purpose? If not, such land should be
leased within reasonable distance of
the city, making a pleasant resort and
easily reached by the street car. The
old site of Lake Watausee was q good
one for that purpose, as would be sew
eral woodland patches not too far out.
The property across the track from the
Southern depot could with very little
expense be made beautiful little re-
sort, but we suppose this to be too cen
trail and too high priced. AS the town
grows the need of place of amuse-
ment and for picnics will be more and
more felt. Nature has done so much
for this country that man would only
need to aid her slightly. A place where
people could go on hot day, where
the children would find amusements
and healthful recreation. Small parks
could be scattered around in different
parts, green place here and there
with trees and flowers. Now is the
time for such things to be started.
who will make practical suggestions on
this subject. In some towns no one is
allowed 70 cut down q tree without
permission from the authorities. VIZ
recall an almost sinful cutting down o.
a beautiful oak in Carnegie, and o
many other trees which might have
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03

been beautiful landmarks of former
days. There are many possibilities to
render our town beautiful, entiCing 10
the eye and pleasing to the cultured
senses of the class of people whom we
want for residents. Beauty cannot be
obtained without time, taste and money.
Some one say something and suggest
localities, possibilities, &c. This j.
the time to start, so that tree can he
growing and things being improved as
ii can be done.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03
Birthday Diunsr

Last Monday Mrs, Mary e. Miller
celebrated her 10th birthday at the age
6S of, having been born on the Goth day
OF February 1886. Besides the men,
bers of the household those present
were Mrs. Henry Robson, q niece, and
J. E. Miller, her son, Of Atlanta; DR..
and Mrs. T.. s. Miller, DIR. and Mrs.
W. J. Miller, Mrs. Eliza Miller and
Mrs. E.. G. Lyle.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03
Married.

Last'Thursday evening Mr.. Edward
Rogan and Mrs. s. T. Tadlock were
married by Rev. j. Edmonds Brown.
Mr.. Rogan is one OF most substantial
and progressive citizens and Mrs. Tad
lock is in every way worthy Of such :
man. THE COMET joins their many
friends in congratulations.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03
For Sale.

Disc Harrow, 2 cultiyators, d.
s. Pillow, 1 Harrow, Q Shovel Plows, /
r. H. Digger, Log Chain, pair
Stretchers, No. 40 o. @. Plow, Corn
Planter, Hoes, 2 Forks, Grain Mill
cleaner, 1 road Wagon, l set Double
Harness, set Single. Apply to
j. J. RANGE,
1024-4 Or EDGAR MEADOWS.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03

WANTED-Several industrious per-
sons in each state to travel for house
established eleven years and with a
large capital, to call upon merchants
and agents for successful and profita-
BILE line. Permanent engagement.
Weekly cash salary of $24 and all trav-
cling expenses and hotel bills advanced
in cash each week. Experience not
essential. Mention reference and en-
close self-addressed envelope. THE
NATIONAL, 232 Dearborn st. Chica-
go. 1022-9t
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03

There was landslide on the E. T.
& W. N. @. r. r. last Friday night,
The wet weather had caused q large
body of rock to fall about one mile
above Pardee Point, and it covered the
track. Passengers were transferred on
Saturday and by Monday the track was
open for traffic.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03
ANNOUNCEMENT.

thereby announce myself candidate
for representative of Washington coun-
ty in the next general assembly of the
state of Tennessee, subject to the action
OF the voters of Washington county.
The paramount plank in my platform
will be liberty. I am truly,
Feb. "a, 1864. NAT HYDER.
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Peoples Forum.

The Peoples Forum is "0f the people, by the
people and for the people" and ali are cordi-
ally invited TO contribute thereto. II you
have grievance, say so. II you are pleased,
say so. Don't leave IL all to the kickers.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03

FOR RENT-Furnished rooms with
or without board. Call ut 800 Watauga
avenue.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03
THE * COMET

XTATAUGA LODGE. No. 219, l. o, o. r.
w meets on Monday evening OF each week,
Lodge room In Brabson Building, East Market
cordially welcomed 994
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03

Gold Dust -four will please the
rest Of you.
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Fresh oysters served at all hours al
the Star Restaurant.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03

FOR RENT-Two offices in Unaka
National Bank Building; steam heat
and electric light supplied. Apply to
Tate l.. Earnest, cashier. If
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03

Fresh oysters in any style at the Star
Restaurant.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03
REPRESENTATIVE.
BOarders Wanted .

The best -four is Gold Dust.
The comet. (Johnson City, Tenn.) 1884-1916, 1904-03-03
The Bee Hive
We are offering some very Special
bargains in CLOTHING. Have been

bargains in CLOTHING. Have been
through the stock and marked down Until we
feel sure that we can save you Big Money
on Mems, Boys and Children's Clothing.
We propose to double Our Clothing sales
and invite you to look at the BEE HIVE be-
fore you buy.
We handle the well known H. S. & M.
brand Of Mems Suts-there are none better.
We don't consider any other as good. Have
just been receiving Spring Goods in both
Mems and Boys and have marked everything
in plain figures,
A BEE HIVE way is plain figures and
the lowest price possible to all alike.
We have built the BEE HIVE business
along these lines.
WARD & FRIBERG
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G"ld Dust fiour-best made.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
SUPT. O'CONNELL ON
 THE WATER SUPPLY
KNOWS NOTHING OF MOVEMENT FOR MULTIPLICATION OF WATER CO.'S CHARTER EXCEPT WHAT APPEARS IN PRINT.

Asked what action the Birmingham Waters Work company would take in re- gard to the movement of the mayor and aldermen to force a notification of the charter of that company, Superintendent o'Connell yesterday said: T know noth- ing whatever of any such procedure on tho part of the city authorities except what I gather from the newspaper re- ports
 ''Water companies like other corpora tlons." he continued, "are liable to att tacks of that kind from time to time in all important cities; and 1t would be remarkable innovation if our great pulp lie utility should escape criticism or be al- lowed to proceed unmolested in an ex- erclse of it's function.
 "The Birmingham Water Works com pany Is going straight ahead extending it's lines and enlargng its capacity. The good health of the city and the purity and cearness of the water now offered dem onstrate the success the company has attained in an effort to give this commun- ty all that it asked in the way of quail ity and quantity. Our filtration plants have proven successful beyond expecta- tion, and we believe the people know and appreciate their value to the city."s
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
MONUMENT FUND
 WILL BE PUSHED
GREELEY MONUMENT CoMMls- SION APPOINTS AN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF ELEVEN, WITH FULL POWER TO ACT.

At the meeting of the Father ORely monument commission yesterday after noon an executive committee of eleven was provided for and 1t was given full power to finish raising the money and make contracts for the erection of the monument.
 The following were chosen Rufus N. Rhodes. president of the executive com mittee; w. M. Drennen vice president; W. w. Crawford, treasurer. G. c. Engdst- field, secretary. The other members of the committee are Sterling A. Wood k. M. Goodall, Mayor N w Scott of Ems icy, General Louis V. Clark. M. V. Joseph, August Schiillnger. John w. oNeill and W. R. Farley.
 A resolution was passed thanking Mayor Scott of Ensley, and the citizens of Isnsley for the promptness which they displayed in aiding the monument fund. MT. Rhodes read a letter from the Rev. John G. Murray, former rector of the Church of the Advent and now rector of the Church of St. Mcheals and All Angels, Baltimore. in which he enclosed BIO for the monument fund. Mir. Rhodes said that the letter was tribute to Father O'Rielly, and also to MT Mur- ray. It was as follows;
 Church of St Micheals and All Angels.
 Baltimore. Md, August 1, 1904. My dear Mir Rhodes: =
 'I always valued highly the friendship of Father ORielly, and now revere his memory. The community to which he consecrated his best endeavors does well to erect a monument commemorative of his death The monument of his life has already been erected and will survive after the shaft to be erected on St. Vim cents hill shall have been converted into ashes. or shall have crumbled into dust It exists in the charity that he ever in- cucated and exemplfed and in the good works of the Christian and philanthropic institutions which were born of him and nurtured by him as his children"
 The matter of advertising for bids for the monument was brought up, but 1t was laid aside and left entirely in the hands of the executive committee to act when it had about ascertained what amount of money would be on hand.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
MORE GOOD RACES
 SEEN LAST NIGHT
EVERY NIGHT FOR SEVERAL WEEKS THERE WILL BE RUM MING RACES BY ELECTRICITY AT THE FAIR GROUNDS.

The programme last night at the electric light races was probably better than on the opening night. in that there The ponies ran we'll and every one Of the races was finished in hard drives with very little margin between the noses of the first and second horses.
 The crowd fell off considerably in mum bers, but those who were present were quite enthusiastic. From time to time the number of horses in the races will be increased, and they will become more and more interesting.
 The time of the various races was good last night, one-half mile being covered in 51 1-4 seconds and another In 52 seconds In nearly every race the horses finished neck and neck.
 St. Ermine and Otis Skinner fought 1t out for first place in the first race, after Victor, the favorite, had run away for. three miles around the track Review and Gowdy made a good race in the second and Miss Black surprised every one by winning the match race from Win ton.
 LenOn IlTl WAS dHOLHeT SuIprlSe III the fourth race, when she defeated Lovers Dream after a very pretty race. Varube showed the necessary speed in the fifth and captured that in the stretch from Wachusell. The results were as follows:
 First race, five-elghths mile, all ages, purse s1o0-St Ermine CWilson), 103, won; Otis Skinner (Williams), no. second; Moroton Posey) 115. third. Time, 1:o5.
 Second race. five-elghths mile, all ages, purse $100-Review (Wilson) no, won; Gowdy (GranD 115, second; Anzizier (Posey) 115, third. Time. 1:O4A
 Third race. one-half mile, match, purse s2oo-Miss Blach CWison). 103, won; Will ton (GranD. no. second. Time, :5lA
 Fourth race, four and one-half furlongs, all ages, purse s1O0- Lemon Girl CWilson). 100. won; Lovers Dream Grant. 100. sec ond; Shell Bark (Green). 11o, third Time, :5s.
 E Fifth race. one-half mile, all ages, purse s1oo-varube (wilson). 100, won; wachu- sell (Posey), 115, second; Muire Grant. 1e0. third. Time, 52
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
EDWARps-cAMERoN WEDDING
Marriage Was Unexpected and Was a
 Quiet Affair.

William J. Cameron. Jr., and Miss Hal lie Edwards were quietly married last night at the residence of MT. and Mrs. Frank M. Edward 150s South Eleventh avenue, by the Rev. Dr. A. c. David son.
 The wedding was quite unexpected and only a few of the friends of the couple were present. They were invited around to spend an evening and the first inti- nation of the wedding was when the bride and groom walked into the parlor behind the minister.
 Among those present were Mir. and Mrs. w. J. Cameron, Sr., MT. and Mrs. F. M. Edwards, Miss Lucy Dwyer Miss Bertha Slater. Miss Fletcher Stinson. MT. Bres- sic Vaughn, Mir. Lovie Farley, pr. E. G. Northington and Mr. c. F. Jackson. Mir and Mrs. Cameron will be at home at present at 1506 Eleyen,n avenue, south.
 MT Cameron is one of the best known young society men of the city and Mrs. Cameron has a large circle of friends. all of whom will be very much surprised this morning when they learn of the mar riage last night.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
BURGLAR STEALS CIGARS.
Exciting But UnavaiIlng Efforts to
 Catch the Robber.

The cigar store of McInturff & Cobb, at 429 North Twentieth street was entered about o'clock Thursday morning and about $500 or 5000 worth of cigars were taken. The burglar was discovered in the store by an employe who sleeps there. The employe was awakaned by the robber moving about the room. On discovering a stranger in the store. he stepped out the back door, closed 1t, aroused people re- siding in the neighborhood and asked them to assist him in capturing the man. The rear window through which the burg lar had made an entrance was guarded while messenger was dispatched for policeman.
 When the policeman arrived it was discovered that the burglar had made his escape through the front door. It was secured by spring lock and he had easily escaped there while the hack door was being guarded.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
BALcH CONVICTED.
Arraigned on Charge of Obtaining
 Money Under False Pre,ense.

The Montgomery Advertiser gives the following account of the conviction of C. F. Balch. of Birmingham. who repre- scented Koch's Detective agency:
 c. F. Balch of Birmingham who was arrested Tuesday charged with obtaining money under false pretense. was fined s1O0 and costs by Recorder Arlington yester- day afternoon.
 Balch is said to have drawn sight draft on his employers. Koch's Detec- tive agency of Birmingham, for s1O, and had it cashed by a Montgomery hotel keeper on an alleged bogus telegram signed by the company. When the draft reached Birmingham it was not honored and an investigation let to Balchs ar rest.
 The evidence in the case was so con elusive of the guilt of Balch that he de- clined to make any plea of innocence. If he is not able to raise the amount neces- sary to pay his fine. he will be compelled to do 2O6 days work for the city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
TO PAVE HIGHLAND AVE.
 WITH CREOSOTED BLOCKS

Highland avenue will be paved with wooden blocks, and Dunn & Laliande Bros. are to do the work.
 At the meeting of the mayor and alder men last Wednesday evening an agree ment was reached by which Dunn & Lallande Bros. were given until August 27 to accept or reject an offer of the con- tract for paving Hughland avenue with creosoted wooden blocks at the price of s2 per square yard.
 This length of time was granted In or der to afford the contractors an oppor-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
MAY NOT ADJOURN
 UNTIL NEXT WEEK Plumbers Convention Held Two
 Long Sessions Yesterday RACE FOR OFFICE CLOSE Presidency Seems to Be Between Mer-
FACE FOR OFFICE CLOSE
Presidency Seems to Be Between Mer- rick and Spencer and Secretary ship Between Moose and Til
 den-vulcan Statuettes.

The convention of plumbers, gas filters, steam filters and steam filters helpers held two long sessions yesterday.
 One of the delegates in answer to ques- tions as to what was done at the morning session. said: There were a number of amendments to the constitution passed, but l do not think they are of any interest to the public" It was learned that Vice President Peter Gurley of the Brass Workers union had not yet taken the floor in the interest of his organization, but it is thought that he will today.
 National Committee Report.
 Most of the afternoon was taken up in the discussion of the report of the nation al committee, which made number of changes in the constitution. 1t was de- cided to leave the matter of the time of conventions to a referendum vote of the association. It was thought b some that the conventions would be he'd an- nually, but after some discussion the present plan was agreed to.
 It is still quite doubtful as to whether the convention will adjourn this week. It might be possible by holding long ses- sion tonight to finish the work, but it is not thought probable. There are still some committees which will have to re- port, and for this reason the convention may continue into next week. The ses- sion today will be the most important of any yet held as final action will be taken on many important questions.
 President and Secretary.
 The race for the office of president and secretary Is still close, and it will be impossible to name the winners until af- ter the election. A number of names were mentioned on the street yesterday but 1t seems that the race will be be- tween Merrick and Spencer for president and Moose and Tilden for secretary.
 Nearly all the delegates attended the races at the fair grounds last night. Through the courtesy of the Birmingham Jockey club all who wore badges were admitted free. very enjoyable evening was spent. The delegates say that they have been entertained well while in the city and have had an abundance of pleasure every night.
 After the afternoon session many dele gates purchased statuettes of Vulcan. Leon Duilon stated that many more were sold than he expected. Some delegates bought as many as five, while practically every one present took one or tive
 Birmingham Is considered an ideal con- vention city by the plumbers and filters. They say they had no idea of its being 50 progressive city. and are surprised at its numerous industries
 One of the delegates laughIngIy saic yesterday that he was going to offer dis oussion on the slightest question in order 10 prevent the convention from getting through this week. He said he wanted to see more of Birmingham before he re- tdrned home.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
ARGUMENTS MADE IN
 THELUSK ACT MATTER
Chancellor Carmichael Takes Matter Under Advlsement-WilI Render
 Decision Within Few Days.

The arguments in the case of Crow vs the board of revenue of Jefferson county were heard yesterday before Chancellor Carmichael. This is the injunction case to test the const.tutionality of the Lusk act which seeks to provide an additional judge for the circuit court
 The hearing consumed three hours, and the arguments of John London and S. D. Weakley, representing the complainants, and of Sam Will John, attorney for the defendant, were quite exhaustive.
 Chancellor Carmichael announced upon conclusion of the arguments that he would take the case under advisement and render his decision within the next few days.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
RAILROAD WORLD.

A Baltimore special to the New York Commercial says:
 The agreement prepared by the com mittee representing the stockholders of the Seaboard Air Line Railway company has been issued. and copies are being mailed to shareholders, with the request that they agree to the terms and deposit their shares with the Fidelity and Depos- 1t company. The committee named in the agreement is composed of Gustavus ober of Gustavus Ober & Co.,. Frank s. Ham bleton of Hambleton & Co.,, Townsend Scott of Townsend Scott & Co.,, and Henry A. Orrck, president of the Bal timore stock exchange and senior mem Der of the banking and brokerage house of II. A. Orrick & Co.
 "The agreement empowers the commit tee to represent the stockholders in all matters affecting the Seaboard Air Line Railway company, and do whatever in It's judgmen may be necessary or proper to secure enforce and protect the rights and interests fthe stockholders and to exercise over and with reference to said railway company or the shares deposited, every right and power of such stockhold- err"
 It is understood that considerably more than 250,000 shares have already assent ed to the plan. There are 625, GOO shares of common and preferred stock outstanding, and the committee hopes to corral at least 315,000 shares.
 While nothing is known as to the ulti- mate intention of the committee beyond the vague information contained in the agreement, 1t is generally understood fin financial circles that interests other than the Blair-Ryan-C Coolidge syndicate stand ready to buy the stock, provided a ma- Jority can be delivered in one block
 The directors of the seaboard will meet in New York and 1t is possible that action will be taken on the new plan proposed by Blair & Co.
 In this connection today 1t was repeat edly rumored that the Goulds were the most likely purchasers. The fact that the law firm of McComas. Gather & Green baum is counsel for the stockholders who pool their interests with the Fidelity and Deposit company, gives some credence to the rumor, since this firm is known to be the legal representative of the Wabash system in Baltimore.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
AMUSEMENT TS.
At East Lake.

There will be matinee today at the Casino, and tonight will close one of the most successful weeks at this pop uar resort All the acts on the bill are good and the little midgets are making the hit of the bill. The biograph pictures are the best seen in this city. especially the train robbery, which is voted the mos- realistic pictures ever thrown oE a canvass. Next week Mahager Semon an- nounces another clever vaudeville bill. including Lionell Strongfort. Hale and Francis All and Peyser. voerg and Weider, and the biograph will SHOW the great battle of the Yalu between Japan and Russia.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
BRANCH LINE COMPLETED.
L. & Ms Northern Alabama Road Taps
 Rich Coal Fields.

The work of constructing the Northern Alabama railroad which is really a part of the Louisville and Nashville and built at It's expense Is now completed. The main line extends from Boyles westward to the Warrior river, a distance of thirty five miles and it has spur tracks aggre- gatlng fifteen miles.
 This line was built at cost of about si,Oo0.OO0. It taps the richest coal fields of Jefferson county, opening them up to development and proving a great feeder to the main stem of the Louisville and Nashville railroad.
 The Age-Herald Engraving Depart n1ent makes good cuts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20

tunlty to look further into the cost of tne required material. and to remedy de- feet in the specifications.
 MT. Dunn, senior member of the firm, said last night:
 You may announce that we have ac- fepted the contract from the city to pave Highland avenue, and are ready to pro- eeed with the work just as soon as the proper ordinances are passed. and the contract Is signed. We will give the peo- pie along that beautiful thoroughfare the most elegant pavement in all the south"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-08-20
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS.

The following real estate transfers were filed in the probate court yesterday: A. M. Adger to J. T. Beasley, part block 7s5. Birmingham; consideration s2,250. R. M Greene to c. F. Beddow, lot IA, block 122, Birmingham; consideration 5000 Mary s. Taliaferro to c. M. Elford, one-half in- terest in part of lot 4, block 20 Birming- ham; consideration s2,00O