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The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1904-11-25
WHEN MICHIGAN CLEARED
FOR ACTION IN THIS t1ARBOR

The New York Sun The action of Admiral RoIestven-
sy fleet firing upon the British fishing boats the suspicion
that they the torpedo boats of the recalls similar
incident in the Spanish War.
The present Admiral George NJ. Book that time
United steamship Mohican
officer Hawaiian The annexation of
Hawaii be consummated under the OF treaty
which had previously been negotiated and the this Gov
the islands and
the NIohican acting guard ship for Honolulu
night keeper the lighthouse situated the
of the harbor approaching and using searchght
than the
ton He consequently regarded her Spanish warshp and
warned city authorities of by telephone.
They Immediately boarded Mohcan hearing facts
of the Admiral Book ordered ship cleared for action and
brought her position where she would command the channel
through which the would have approaching the
city.
He careful of all data his possession
the merchant vessels and warshps in those
that Honolulu
from foreign port He knew of ntersand that had
seachlgh among of the ship elected the
positive that local vessel possessed The only
conclusion remaining that she Spanish warsp and he
therefore held himself in readiness to go into action.
The finally sighted inside of the harbor and
still the searchigh with and frequency
which the report the lighthouse keeper An
urgent request Admiral Book upon before
she position where she could do his ship HARM
but he refused stating that he would action until all
doubt removed.
The passing developed circumstances which
seemed cOrroborae the first and there seemed be
nothing left but the offensive At point where another
would have brought about this result the ship suddenly
night signal showing that she inersand steamer
which eagh had been installed only few days and the
captain visiting the harbor of Honolulu for the first time had
yielded the temptation o show off his toy
Had Admiral did, would
probably have been innocent victims his than marked
the North Sea affair,
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1904-11-25
RUBBER TREE.
Continued from page 81

wonderful reports have from Central America of Cas-
loa having produced pounds of rubber each
tapping but does appear were witnesses
This like the Hevea, should be tapped be-
fore 1t IS Old under the favorable
OF growth being safer which begin tapping
Little need be said this time relative the processes
tracing the ae and preparing the rubber
enough that both very simple requiring than
actual skill and improved implements tapping trees
and better methods for cOaguang the latex being
every year will be consideration OF this
part of rubber production until crop approaches maturity
In OF the long crop of rubber mention
its uncertainty would be we'll if the Government
could clear to do own men
Mexico and Brazil seeds cuttings Of the best
kinds of CaSoa caca and He5ea Ba@usis in order to be
position sell stock to those who may willing to try
cultivation this Territory; Government of ev1o
found profitable do There certainly large area
land these Islands trees would be
perfectly home which be put any use owing to
the roue1ness of its surface and may found that much
of the higher land which suitable for sugar would be well
adapted the cultivation of rubber.
Honolulu Nov. 9Th, 1904.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1904-11-25

throughout the group with olive groves. There
OF slopes bordering the valleys about Honolulu where the
ground too steep for the cultivation of field garden crops
with aborsavng Implements which might be planted
trees places shelter for the tender seedlings might
obtained the by the planting Of wind breaks
needed The wind breaks, however should quick
growing trees Of such varieties do produce
abundance OF lateral which latter might seriously
with the proper growth of the young olive trees.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
FLoURIsHINe SUNDAY SCHOOL.
Honor Day Suitably Observed at ope-
 lika Methodist Church.

Opelila, February 29.-(Speeial) )-Sunday was Honor Day at the Sunday school of the First Methodist church It was an occasion of much interest to the church workers of the Methodist denom- nation. This Sunday school is perhaps the second largest in the Southern Meth odist church. The past year was marked by especial progress in all lines of work The average attendance was 35l, with a total enrollmen of S65.
 In the main school are 502 pupils, home department 300 and the cradle roll 63 The membership is made up of pupils from 1 year of age to 80. Every pupils is graded on lessons and attendance, something like the public schools. Much enthusiasm ex- lsts and the exercises are made highly in- terestng and instructive On Sunday the officers and teachers were installed with appropriate exercises, two fine talks be- ing made by the Superintendent, J. B. Green. and the pastor, Dr. w. P. Dickin- son.
 At the il o'clock service Dr. Shoaff of Montgomery, the former pastor, preached an eloquent sermon on the relation of the child to the church. At the evening hour he preached to the Epworth League
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Notes and Personals.

The As You Like It club will give a leap year party tonight at the residence of MT. and Mrs. D. B. Bird on Avenue G, between Seventeenth and Eighteenth streets.
 Lenten services are being held every af- ternoon this week at St. Johns with the exception of Wednesday afternoon, when services will be held at the regular hour. 7:30 o'clock.
 The Rev. c. W. Reed pastor of the Methodist church, began a series of ser mons last night on the Ten Command ments- His sermon last night dealt with the first commandment.
 A. w. Whipps of Gadsden and formerly of E,nsley was in the Steel City today.
 The big steel plant presents a scene of much activity these days. Very favor able reports are made about the new mix ing machine recently installed and the various departments are in full operat tion
 Work on the new plant of the Southern Street Car Manufacturing company has been temporarily abandoned, pending some business proceedings in New York, but 1t is announced that work will be re- sumed at an early date and the plant will be finished
 The board of education will meet tonight in the council chamber but no important business is expected to come before the body.
 Mrs. John W. Stewart Is seriously III at her home on Avenue E and Central street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
O'CONNOR DIES
 OF HIS WOUND
OPERATION PERFORMED AND THE INJURED MAN MADE A POST MoRTEM STATEMENT DESCRIBE ING THE KILLING.

Selma, February 29.-(Special.) )-Charles P. o'connor. who was shot Sunday morning by Jesse seay the ex-police officer of this city died at the Selma ln- firmary last night. An operation was performed about noon yesterday as the last extremity In the hope of saving the mans life.
 Before O'Connor went on the operat- ing table he was informed by the sur geons that he would in all probability die. in fact they did not expect him to recover. He thereupon made an ante mortem statement which was turned over to Father Maddern. who was pres ent, and by the latter turned over this morning to the chief of police. The state ment was sealed and the chief under ad- vice from the city attorney refused to open the same.
 It is learned from one of the men who witnessed the declaration that O'Connor stated that he met Seay on sylvan street between Water and Alabama. and that Seay asked him if he had paid his board to Mrs. seay. O'connor stated that he had not paid 1t all and that had only three dollars which he intended giving Mrs. seay. He stated that seay said that he had to pay It all that night or he would kill him.
 The two men then went to the board ing house and upon entering the door Seav again threw his pistol on O'Connor and swore that he would have the money or his life. O'Connor grappled with Seay. all the time begging him not to shoot and i'll about half minute. the pistol went off. resulting in the wound in the stomach The ball entered little to the left of the navel, penetrated the left lobe of the liver and cut a gash in the stomach. It was from Js revolver and the ball lodged under the skin in the back where it was found by the sur geons.
 O'Connors home was in Montgomery. His wife reached the city last night at II o'clock shortly after death had taken place and accompanied the remains back home this morning Besides the wife. three little children are left father less
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
CASE IS NoLLE PRossED.
W. S. Briggs Released From Charge of
 Murder at Selma.

Selma. February 29.-tspecial)-The ease of the State vs. W. s. Briggs was called in the city court this morning and upon recommendation of Acting Solicitor B. r. Wilson no11e proesqui wass entered. The charge against Briggs was the murder of Jack Scully. the railroad engineer that died under suspicious circumstances and for which Pearl Scott a woman, was given twelve years in the penitentlary by q jury two weeks ago.
 Briggs was indicted at the same time with the Scott woman and two other women and was granted severance. Judge Mabry in ordering the mol prosse stated that the solicitor had done properly. The evidence in the Pearl Scott case had been heard by Judge Mabry and on an ap- plication for habeas corpus he had granted bail in the sum of $1200. An appeal was taken by the state and this appeal was withdrawn today and Briggs went forth d free man.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
CONCERNING FIRE TOURNAMENT
Anniston Is Eager to Entertain South.
 ern Bremen.

Anniston, February -(Special)-W. l.. Knight, president of fire company No. of Cedartown, Ga, came to Annlston Saturday night to consult with the fire department officials here relative to the spring tournament. Chattanooga is making a strong bid for the event, and the department in Cedartown sent MT. Knight here to see what was being done relative to the occasion.
 In company with Chief Rose he called on and conversed with a number of cit- izens, and it Is hoped that he will rec ommend to his department that no idea of changing the meeting place should be entertained. He was given assurance that the city would ably take care of the association and provide as pleasurable and memorable an occasion as 1t would be possible to experience anywhere.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Miss Lucy BeaIIe Dies.

Tuscaloosa, February 29.-(Special) J. Miss Lucy Bealle died yesterday after a brief attack of pneumonia. She had just entered her twenties and was particular ly beautiful young girl. She was edu- cated at the Alabama Central Female College and was greatly beloved by all who knew her. She was an orphan and had been reared by her uncle, MT. Wheel er For the past few months she had been engaged as a nurse at the Bryce Insane Hospital and 1t was there that her death occurred. She is survived by two sisters. The funeral occurred this afternoon at the Baptist church, of which deceased had been a member for num- ber of years The services were conduct ed by the Rev. l.. O. Dawson and the interment was in Greenwood cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
pR. HILLS FUNERAL.
laroe concourse of Friends Gather to
 Pay Last Tribute.

Tuscaloosa. February 9.-(Special)-The funeral of Dr. Joshua Hill Poster the noted Baptist dvne and one of the most brilliant educators in the south, took place at the Baptist church this morning at II o'clock The large auditorium was filled to it's capacity with sorrowing friends, one side being occupied by the students or the Alabama Central Female College Of which deceased was formerly president The officers and teachers Of the tlnlVer- sity of Alabama, where pr. Foster occu- pied several chairs for number of years, also attended in a body The services were conducted by the Rev. L. O. Daw- son. assisted hy Dr. B. r. Giles, president of the Alabama Central Female College. The floral offerings were among the most beautiful ever seen in the city and each of the honorary pail bearers carried ex- quisite floral designs in their hands. They were: Dr W. s. Wyman Dr. w. A. Par ker pr. B. r. Giles Prof. w. c. Rich ardson. Dr. George Little. J. II. Ftts and ]. ]. Aston. The active pail bearers were. Col. T. C. Mecorvey, Prof T. W.. Palmer. Judge j. J. Mayfeld. ]. $. Yerby, Frank & Moody, w. r. Fitts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
DR9. DOZIER Q CO.'S
 MEDIco-sURGlcAL INSTITUTE. Cor. 1st ave- & 21st St.
 BIRM INGRAM, ALABAMA

A strictly high-ciass institute for the scientific treatment of all Chronic. Nerv- ous. Blood. Skin Rectal, Female and oenito- Urinary diseases. Deformities. Tu- mors. Stin Joints. Cancer. Lupus, Malig- nant Ulcers. Rheumatism. Tuberculosis and Consumption.
 Hcmorrhoids, varicoceIe, Hernia and Vcnereal diseases of every name, na.
 sure, form and character are also
 treated, and 6 legal guaran-
 tee of cure will be given
 In every case.
 Our equipment. consisting of well-stoch- ed prescription department, x-Ray. vio- let Ray. Static and Galvano- Faradic ap- paratus. Super-Heated Air, Arc Light Cabinet. Eureka Nebulizer and Ozone Inhalation for nose. throat and lungs. ana thoroughly equipped Surgical Depart ment. modern and up-to-date In every par ticular, give us a prestige over all com- petitors in Alabama in cur special limo of practice.
 CORRESPONDENCE INVITED. Consultation and examination free. Terms liberal and condolences held in- violate. Office hours a. m. to D. m Sundays, a. m. to 1 D. m. 4 FEW OF MANY ENDORSEMENT
 FROM THE PRESS.
 The Birmingham Ledger: Drs. DozieF q Co. are without doubt the best known specialists in the south. and their fame is 6ue entirely to their great skill.
 The Birmingham News: Both Drs. O. T. and Byron Dozier are reliable and ex- perienced physicians and surgeons. whz deserve the great success which has been and is theirs.
 Age-Herald: Dr. Doziers long Stand- ing and approved abilities entlte him to the proud distinction of standing ak ths head of his professioA
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
In Germany vioIins Are Made B.
 Peasants.

From the Cincinnati Commercial Tribune.
 There Is no regular firm or fatcory for the manufacture of violins in Germany, according to S. k. Huyett. agent for Robert Paulus of Markneukirchen. Sax ony exporter of musical strings and vio- lins Mir Huyett said "All the violins are made by peasant families and have been for years. From great-grandfather the are of making certain parts of the in- strument is handed down in each family.
 .'hTe only one to try to establish a vlo- lin factory in Germany was an American company. but even American energy and push had to abandon the idea
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Trustees for Shepard Bank.

opelilSa February e9.-(speciai.)-Attor ney General Massey Wilson has filed a be appointed to wind Up the affairs of the Shapard bank, which closed it's doors Saturday This action is taken under the new banking laws of the state. It is reported that J. $. Dowdell of Mont gomery has been suggested as 6 compe- tent man for the position and his name has been sent to the chancellor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Established 1886. GELDERS' RESTAURANT.

no North Twentieth Street. Dinner from 1i;sO a. m. to p. m.
 MENU.
 SOUP.
 Split Pea.
 BOASTS. Prime Ribs of Kansas Beef au jus Praised Leg of Lamb, Green Peas.
 RELISHES. Cereal Puff. Chocolate Sauce Lettuce and Tomato Salad.
 VEGETABLES. Mashed Potatoes. Baked Yams. Lady Peas. Stewed Tomatoes
 DESSERTS Peach cobbler. Mince Pie. DRINKS Coffee. Tea. Milk.
 % cents.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
PRESENTS FOR
 LADY MANAGERS
PRATT CITY FIREMEN WILL SHOW APPRECIATION OF SERVICES RENDERED DURING BAZAAR. REAL ESTATE IS BOOMING.

Pratt City. February D. Cspecialo- fire department met tonight and heard the reports of a number of committees appointed for the purpose of looking af- ter the bazaar receipts and making ar engagements to attend the tournament at Anniston next May. All the committees made their reports and a committee was appointed to buy presents for each of the three lady managers of the bazaar Mrs. Kirk had charge of Booth l. Mrs. Will liam Grady of Booth ?. and Mrs. W. F. Herman of Booth B. Each of these ladies will be given a hadsome present by the firemen as a token of their appreciation of services rendered during the bazaar, which was held recently and was q de- cided success.
 After attending to minor business the firemen adjourned to meet March Il. officers for the ensuing year will be elect cd Great interest was manifested in the meeting last night and there was a good attendance. The advisory board re- ported that good progress was being made in training the firemen for the tourna- ment contests.
 Real Estate Active.
 There is decided boom in Southside real estate. Owners of property in that part of town report frequent calls for houses and lots. New families are es- peeially desirous of securing location on the Southsde and it is said that quite a number of citizens want to move to that part of town Southside Is perhaps the most desirable residence district in Pratt City, and when the new car plant starts property will be in more demand there than ever before.
 J. S. Cox Dead.
 J. & Cox died last night at st. Vincent s hospital in Birmingham and was buried In Greenwood cemetery this afternoon. MT Cox was electrician at No. slope and was popular in Pratt City. He was 59 years old and leaves a wife and two children The funeral took place from the First Methodist church. The ser vices were conducted by the Rev. W. E. Foust pastor of the church.
 Infant Dies.
 The infant daughter of MT and Mrs John Darlington died today and the inter- ment will take place tomorrow at Grum- ley's chapel.
 Betsy Hamilton" to Lecture. Betsy Hamilton" will lecture Wednes- day night in Foleys opera house for the benefit of the Home Mission society oi the Methodist Episcopal church, south
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Notes and Personals.

Prof and Mrs. Joseph M. Dill have re- turned from Tuscaloosa. where they were called by the death of Mrs. Dill's father, Dr. Joshua H. Foster.
 Miss Spivey of Birmingham is the guest of Miss Ada Bell Harrison.
 Mrs. A. W. Ansley of Montgomery is visiting Mrs Ansley's parents. MT. and Mrs. F.. H King.
 Miss Corele Smith of Augusta, Ga, who has been visiting the family of pr. K. P, McTyeir, has returned to her home
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Japanese Lecture at Vivian

Wylam. February 29.-(Special.)--A. ley da, a Japaneese lecturer, was in Wy1am Saturday making dates. He will lecture on Tuesday night at the Methodist church. Mrs. Icyda and his daughter ap- pear with him and exhibit the Japanese costume, serve tea in Japanese style and sing songs in Japaneese dialect. MT. Tcyda gives a thrilling and interesting da- scrIption of q trip through the orient.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Sap Is Rising in Anniston.

Anniston. February 29.-(Special)-T baseball enthusiasts and all their friends have been requested to meet at the Com mercial club rooms this afternoon for the purpose of organizing strong com pany to participate in the many interest ing contests that are to take place this summer in the tri-state league. Anns- ton built up an enyious reputation last summer in baseball circles and she wants to add very materially to that reputa- ton in the approaching season.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Will Extend Line.

Wylam, February 29.-CSpecial) )-The Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company to extend it's line down Bank street at it's meeting on Friday night The company will begin at once the ex- tension of it's line and the erection of a depo.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Brick Store Under Construction.

Opelika February 2s-tSpecia1)--A
 handsome brick store house is being erect ed on Railroad avenue just in the rear of Lyons X Torbetts by l.. r. Dickson,
 which will add much to that part of the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Never Touched Him.

From the Chicago News.
 Mrs. Naggs-Im going to call on one of the neghbors this evening, John. Don worry if I'm not back by 9 o'clock.
 Naggs fcheerfulIy)--Oh, that's all right. I'll not worry if you don't come back for week
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01

Weak unhealthy kidneys responsible for more sickness and su neglect permitted continue fatal results are sure to i 
 Your other orqns because they dc most m attention first kimers swampRoot
  will health trial VIII
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Disqualified.
 From Judgl

From Judge.
 You will never make reliable re porter"
 Why not. sir"
 You never told the caliber of the re- volver used in that murder story you wrote up yesterday"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
The Explanation.
From Judge.

From Judge.
 He is one of the nouveaux riches" 'Is he?" 1 thought he was European nobleman of a very old family.''
 That's it-didnt have d cent until he got married
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Don't want Negro School.

Residents of the Fourth ward are mak- ing vigorous protests against the pro- posed establishment of a negro industrial school in the building formerly known as the Rod Mill hotel. The building is located at the corner of Avenue F and Twenty-sixth street. and Is in one of the choicest residence districts of Ensley.
 A negro woman named Alice Holman Is said to be at the head of the proposed institution and intends making the place a training school and headquarters for domestic servants
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01

I hereby announce myself a candidate for the Board of Revenue. subject to ths action of the democratic primary.
 D. A HELMICH.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01

famous kidney remedy, Swamp-Roo sent free by mall. postpaid, by which you may test it's virtues for such disorders Al kidney. bladder and uric acid diseases. poor digestion. being obliged to pass your water frequently night and day, smarting or irritation in passing. brick-dust or sed- iment in the urine. headache. backache. lame back. dizziness. sleeplessness, ner- vousness. heart disturbance due to bad kidney trouble. skin eruptions from bad blood neuralgia. rheumatism. diabetes. bloating. irrltability, wornout feeling, lack of ambition, loss of flesh. sallow complex lon, or Br'ghts disease.
 If your water, when allowed to remain undisturbed In a glass or bottle for twen- ty-four hours. forms a sediment or sst- ting or has a cloudy appearance, 1t Is ev- idence tbat your kidneys and bladder need
 immediate attention.
 Swamp Root Is the great discovery of Dr. <ilmer, the emneut kidney and blad- der specialist. Hospitals use it with won- derful success In both slight and severe cases Doctors recommend 1t to their patients and use 1t in their own families. because they recognize in Swamp Root the greatest and most successful remedy.
 Swamp Root is pleasant 10 take and Is for sale at drug stores the world over in bottles of two sizes and two prices-ffty cents and one dollar. Remember the name, Swamp Root. pr. Kilmer's Swamp Root. and the address. Binghamton, N. Y on every bottle.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01

The Age-HeraId Engraving Depart ment makes good cuts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
No Police Court,

There was no police court today, on &C., count of the bond election and a rather heavy budget Is expected for tomorrow morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
THIN FOLKS

Should know that perfect digestion and assimilation of the food is the first essential to the putting on of solid flesh Persons who have a weak stomach and suffer from Dyspepsia, h. digestion and Constipation are always thin, because they fail to derive prop CT nourishment from their food. Try Hostetter's Stomach Bitters at once. It will strengthen the stomach, per feet digestion and build up firm, solid flesh. 1t never fails.
 HOSTETTER'S
 STOMACH BITTERS.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-01
Lawyers Move Offices.

City Attorney Romaine Boyd and Attor- ney Frank Dedemyer have moved Into their new quarters on the second floor of the Webster building, which has been remodeled and fitted up for office pur- poses. Messrs. Boyd and Dedemyer for merly occupied offices on the corner of Nineteenth street and Avenue E.