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The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
CASUALTIES TO NEGROES.
One Is Accidentally Shot and Another
 Badly Cut.

Among yesterdays casualties in Montgomery was the accidental shoot ing of Howard Williams, a negro hack man. Williams had a 3S-calibre re- volver in his hand yesterday morning on Montgomery Street. The pistol slipped from his hand and 1t fell with a thump to the pavement. One cham Der was discharged and the ball en- tered the right ankle of the hackman Williams was taken to a nearby drug store, where surgical aid was given him. He was later taken to his home where 1t Is thought he will have to remain for some time.
 About 4:30 o'clock yesterday after noon vicious cutting scrape occurred between Charlie Hamilton and Harvie Bowen. negroes, at the corner of Deca- tur and Grove Streets. Both negroes are said to have been celebra ting Christmas by drinking excessively. In the course of a dispute. Bowen drew a long knife and slashed Hamilton across the left side of the throat, inf1ictins a dangerous and almost deadly wound. Bleeding profusely, Hamilton was taken to down town drug store, where a physician dressed the wounds. At a late hour last night, Bowen had not been apprehended by the police. A warrant for his arrest was sworn out by Hamilton.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
Wcrner1 and Society.
By Mrs. J. M. DeCottes.

Isabel Cobbs, Margaret Coleman, Sarah W. Wilkerson, Helen Martin, Myrtle Garrett, Mary Ashley, Blouncy Holt. Alice McGehee. Kate Durr, Maggie Figh, Genie Burke, Belle Anderson. Mary Burke.
 Messrs. Edward Browder Edward May. Blount Davidson. Bradley Alley. Wayne Lockwood, Joe Cain, Joe F. Lasseter. Will Paul Savage, Henry Marlborough. Henry Yelverton, Edward Graham, Virgil Griffin. Jeff Falkner, Joe o'Larey, Stanley Solomon, Willie dler, William Davidson, Jamie David. son, Sam Rodgers. Penrose Stout, Sam Ellsberry, James Browder, Frank Par sons. Will Ellsberry, Clint Davidson. Paul Macy. William Westcott, William Brant, Berry Evans, Henry Yelverton'S visitor. Randolph Candler. Richard Thorthon. Georg Harris, Julius Pear son. Albert Ashley, Howell Tatum. Augustus Tatum, Henry Stone, Harris Washburn. Joe Persons, Tommie Webb. Chris Wagner, Paul Hannon, Troy Watts. Brock Taber Glen Jennings. Tom Fitzpatrick, Morgan Browder. George Miles, Hubert Dent, Clarence Dawson, Willy Jones, Jim Hill, Walton Hill, Powell Holt Phares Coleman. Edwin Teague. Garside Harris. Gordon McGehee. Wilmer Flynn, Emile Aus- John Figh. Churchill Marks. John A.. Rice. Louis Lasseter.
 Among the out-of-town guests at the McDonald-Arbury wedding were
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
THREE WERE KILLED
RECORD OF PAST FORTY-EIGHT HOURS OUTSIDE LIMITS OF CITY.
White Man Accidentally Killed a Negro, and Two Other Tragedies Among Negroes Were
 RenOrted.

Two. negroes killed Christmas morning and one negro killed in the afternoon of Christmas Eve Is the record of casualties in Montgomery County outside the city for the past forty eight hours.
 At o'clock Saturday afternoon. Les lie Curry, a young man, the son of w.. P. Curry of Lenora, accidentally killed Jerry Powell, a faithful country negro, by shooting him with revolver. The regrettable affair occurred at the store of Dickey & Davis at Chambers, twelve miles from the city. on the Woodley Road. Mir. Curry was seated in chair in the store. There were number of negroes in the place and everyone was bent upon having good time. MT. Curry had the pistol in his hand, and thought that 1t was unloaded. He be- gan snapping the weapon. One cham Der was loaded and the revolver was discharged. The ball struck Powell in the head and he was killed almost in stantly.
 The young man was grieved over the unfortunate accident. He had known the negro a long time, and thought well of the good old darkey. He will have a preliminary hearing at II o'clock this morning before Justice Young.
 With a 3S-calibre revolver. Will Ellis a negro, shot and killed Sam Ferguson, another negro, at 10 o'clock yesterday morning, twelve miles out on the Hayneville Road. The difficulty took place in or near the house of Ellis, and it Is claimed by the friends of Ellis that Ferguson shot twice at him be- fore Ellis pulled out his revolver and delivered the fatal shot in the abdo- men. Ellis claims self-defense. He was arrested early yesterday afternoon by Deputy Belser at police headquar ters, where he went to give himself up He was taken to jail and a warrant was sworn out before Justice Young charg- ing murder. His case has not yet been set for l preliminary hearing.
 Another negro quarrel that resulted fatally yesterday morning occurred about four miles out on the Washing ton Ferry Road. Armed with a shot gun, Jesse Beasley shot and instantly killed Jessie Sellers. What brought on the difficulty is not known. .Beasley is lodged in Jail on charge of murder :. The warrant for his arrest was sworn out before Justice Young. The date for his preliminary hearing has not vet been set.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
MARRIAGE ON SUNDAY OF MISS
 ARBERY AND MIR, MCDONALD.

pretty and impressive marriage ceremony was solemnized in the pres cnce of a large number of friends on Sunday afternoon at 5:30 o'clock at the home of Mir. and Mrs. c. w. Arbery on Cherry street. It was that of their daughter, Miss Alice William Arbery and MT. Arthur Ira Mcdonald. Rev ]. W. O'Hara officiating. For the happy occasion. the four apartments opened to their friends who were invited to witness the ceremony, were exquisitely adonrend in palms, ferns, bamboo and southern smilax with-fere and there a vase of bright cut flowers to punctuate the beauty of the scene.
 The brides sister, Miss Mary Jamie Arbery was maid of honor. She wore a gown of white silk and held a clus- ter of white carnations. The pretty bride entered on the arm \of her twin brother, MT. Gordon Arbury of Birm- ingham Her wedding attire was fash toned of tucked gray silk, trimmed elaborately in baby Irish lace velvet and hand mode roses. She carried a lovely arm shower bouquet of white carnations and lilies of the valley Abut her neck suspended on a charm she wore a beautiful locket. the gift of Mrs. J. J. Burns. of Selma. for whom she was named.
 The groom intered accompanied by his friend MT. owen Akin. who was best man.
 The ceremony was followed by a re- ception held in honor of the young couple, and in the cutting of the we'd ding cake. the thimble fell to Miss Mary Jamie Arbury, the ring to Miss Kate Riley and the dime to Mrs. Mo- Donald, the mother of the groom. The toast master for the evening was MT. J. Soloman.
 MT. and Mrs. Mcdonald will go at once to housekeeping at If Cherry street. They received many handsome presents in silver cut glass. cabinets ilnc bric -a-brac the gifts of friends who regard them highly. The bride is a young woman of many attractions and the groom is a highly esteemed bushes man who has held position in the Montgomery Fair for several years.
 Many friends will wish for this young couple long and happy married life.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
MISS DORA DAVIDSON
 ENTERTAINED AT CARDS.

ENTERTAINED AT CAktDSs
 A beautiful affair of last evening was the card party at which Miss Dora Davidson entertained a large number of friends at the home of MT. and Mrs. w B. Davidson on Wilkerson Street. The entire lower floor of the home was devoted to the occasion and its beauty was enhanced by a tasteful arrange ment in decoration of mistletoe, smilax and bamboo, with additional adorning of cut-fiowers and blooming plants. The lovely young hostess was attired in silk polka tissue and lace.
 The game of six-hand euchre was played and at the conclusion delicious refreshments were served. The guests were: Misses Rita Ament, Lytle Ament, Kate Alley. Lorano Cain, Phil lipa Marks. Florence Harris, Flora Efakely, Gladys Hudson, Louise Kahn, Clare O'Larey Lillian Hill, Ely Riley, Ida Bell Gay, Taylor Beale, Algie Hard wick, Mabel Higgins, Ellen Tyson, Mary Sistrunk. Lucille Sargent, Fletch- er's two visitors, Kittie Dents visitor. Mamie Hunter, Cecile Loeb. Blanch Loeb, May Belle Olin. Julia Mae Hen nerson, Fletcher Pearson, Florence Eorwood, Georgia Saffold, Nonie Hob- bic, Maude Howe, Annie Chandler, Bessie Miles, Kittie Dent, Ida Parrish, Kate Halls, Mary Cobbs, Mae Johnson, Gertrude Steiner, Mary Williams. Geta- line Farley Georgia Richardson. Flor Hnce Davidson, Emma Lou Thomas
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
SPECIAL SESSION TONIGHT.
Council Will Meet To Transact ImpOr-
 tant City Business.

NOuNclI WIAI Meet 10 AEanSuCL AmpOr-
 tant City Business.
 A special meeting of the City Coun- cil was yesterday called for 7:30 o'clock tonight to consider a number of important matters.
 One of the most important matters to come up will be the report and ac- tion thereon. of the joint committee of franchises and privileges and streets on an ordinance allowing the Mont gomery Traction Company to connect its old line with those recently ac- quired by purchase from the Montgom- cry Street Railway.
 Final action will be taken on An ordinance to prohibit the sale of fruit and candies by peddlers from wagons, baskets. moving stands or moving booths, except in front of residence on the streets within the fire limits of Montgomery"
 At the special meeting. the Council will receive and act upon a report of the joint committee of police and cleo trical control on the installation of a new electrical police alarm system.
 The extra session is also called for the purpose of receiving and acting upon bids for the erection of paviI ion at the cemetery; for the purpose of receiving and acting upon bids for installing the steam piping at the
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
POLICE ARRESTED 24
NEVERTHELESS, YESTERDAY WAS
 A QUIET CHRISTMAS DAY.
Recorder Baber Held a Christmas Matinee at Which Thirty Cases - Were Tried, All of Minor
 importance.

Considering that yesterday was Christmas day, there was comparatively little disorder in the city. Although I twentyfour cases had been docketed
 at the police station by o'clock last night, still there was not felony charge in the entire lot The majority
 of charges were for minor offenses and | there were a great number of prisoners | arrested on charges of disorderly con- duct, drunk.
 During the morning, five arrests were | made for violations of Section 1869 of
 the City Code, which prohibits the dis | charge of fireworks within the city limits. >+"*: Special Officers Payne and Graham
 arrested John Frizarr, negro, on this charge at S:14 a. m.. corner of Monroe and Perry Streets. He will have a
 hearing before the Recorder today. On an identical charge, the same of-
 ficers arrested Virginia Mabery. a ne- gress. at $40 o'clock yesterday morn ing on Monroe Streets. The Recorder discharged her after a hearing yester- day afternoon.
 Georgia Wright, Lola Barns and Lu- cile Winters, white women, were ar-
 rested by Patrolman Lacy on Dexter Avenue at 12:30 o'clock yesterday after noon, charged with shooting fireworks.
 The cases were dismissed by Recorder Baber.
 Christmas Day cut little figure with Recorder Baber yesterday afternoon in the trial of police cases. He was
 trihe lenient in cases of discharging firearms and he dismissed two plain drunk cases, but otherwise he was as stringent as ever in the enforcement of the city laws.
 The Recorder tried approximately thirty cases The overwhelming num- Der were for minor charges and three fourths of the charges were disorderly conduct and dunk.
 In dispute on North Court street In North Montgomery early last night between two negresses, Ellen Louellen and Emma Robinson, and John Neu- bic. negro, the women were slashed with a knife. They both bled pro- fusely and at police headquarters, the city physician was summoned to dress their wounds. All three were arrest ed on charges of disorderly conduct, fighting. At their trial before the re- corder this afternon, the evidence will probably denote who did the cutting. They were arrested by Patrolmen Dukes, Sizemore, Russell and William. son.
 Louise Fleming, a negress, arrested at 3:15 o'clock yesterday morning charged with assault and battery, will have a trial this afternoon before Re- corder Baber. In a warrant, the wo- man is charged with striking James Weatherington with a blunt instru- ment,
 Three negroes. Walter Dotson. Frank Adams and Will Williams, were ar- rested by Patrolman Fucker and Bail ey early last night charged with shooting fireworks on Monroe street !, -H..
 Ollie West, a white man, was ar- rested early yesterday afternoon by Mounted Patrolmen LaPrade and Smith on charges of disorderly conduct and carrying a concealed weapon. His case is set for a hearing this afternoon.
 Charged with assault and battery on Ish Jefferson, a negro. Tamp Orig. a negro, was arrested at $40 o'clock last night by Patrolmen Evans and Canty.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
Mls.laced cous,aeucc

A little girl came in from school one day very indignant because she had been kept in to correct her exercises after the others had been dismissed. Mother" she said "Tll never. never speak to Edna Bates again as long as I liver! "why, dear? ask ed her mother. Because" pouted the little maid. ''I copied all my zamples from her. and eve'y one of 'eIn was wrong."
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
PERSONAL ITEMS

The Birmingham Age-Herald says: MT John B. Knox, Mrs Knoz and Miss Knox are in the city" Mrs. J. B. Knox and her daughter have recently returned from a stay of several months abroad. MT. and Mrs. Knox have just completed a magnifi- cene new home in Anniston and their daughter who makes her entrance into society this winter will grace 1t as charmingly as a debutante as does her mother as hostess.
 Miss Bessie Simpson and Mrs Carrie McMaster have gone to Birmingham to visit their sister, Mrs. Smollen, Their friends regret to know that their fath- CT MT. J. M. Simpson is quite ill at the home of hls son. MT Rush Simp- son in Birmingham.
 Mrs. Addison of Cincinnati iS with her mother. Mrs. L. F. Nix and her aunt, Miss Fannie Griffin. She was called here on account of the illness of her mother.
 Mir w. w. Hannon of Cornell Uni versity and Mir. Emile Hannon of Bir- mingham are spending the holidays with their parents, MT. and Mrs. T. W. Hannon.
 Miss Pauline Mckee and Miss Sarah Halls, who are pupils at the Academy Of Visitation at Mobile, have return cd home to soerd the holidays.
 Hon. W. B. Bankhead. of Jasper, with his two little girls. Tallulah and Virginia, is spending Christmas with
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

pumping station; for receiving and act ing upon bids for the erection of a reservoir at the old pumping station; and for the purpose of receiving and acting upon bids for furnishing city provisions for the month of January.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

his brother and sister, pr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Owen, at their Cloverdale home. MT. Bankhead has a wide cir cle of friends / in Montgomery. AL though he is now a prominent mem Der of the bar of Jasper. he is well remembered as member of the Legis- lature from Madison county He was a Democratic elector from the Ninth District in the last national election.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
A Pretty Marp,c Touue.

The magpie toque illustrated is a black and white confection. It is evolved with the aid of white felt that comes by the yard ready for millinery purposes. The trimming is centered in the bow of black velvet ribbon and holds in place two handsome black ostrich plumes.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
Smoker at Falcon Club.

The members of the Falcon Club were yesterday entertained at a smok- CT given in the rooms of the organiza- tion on Court Square. The affair was attended by nearly every member of the club and they each pronounced it enjoyable.
 Egg nog and dainties were served after which cigars. of Havana frag- rance, were placed where the members might partake at will. The smoker lasted from II a. m., to 6 D. m.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

Mrs. Flora Ament has returned from Fort Scott, Kansas, where she has been visiting relatives.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

Miss Lila Bess Olin will entertain this evening in compliment to MT. Henry Stone.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

The Sewing Circle will entertain this afternoon at the home of Mrs. Henry Moog In honor of Miss Nell Hirsch.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

MT. and Mrs. Fannie Chaffee will en- certain this evening in celebration of the twenty-fifth anniversary of their wedding day.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

Her friends will rejoice, to learn that Mrs. L. F. Nix who, has been so critically i'll at her home on Wilkin- son street was reported very much better last night.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
WE BUY CHEAPEST

MT. R. Akin. and MT. owen Akin. of Notasulga, Mir. James Gordon Arbery, of Birmingham. Miss Ethel Thomas, Miss Belle Dukes and Miss Cameron and Dr. Burruss of Notasulga.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

Mrs. Thomas Finley, of Atlanta, is visiting her mother. Mrs. E. A. Rey- holds, on South Perry street.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

Miss Mary Phelan Watt has gone to Birmingham to spend the holidays with her sister. Mrs. J. c. Derby.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

Miss Fletcher Pearson will enter tain number of friends this even ing.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

Francis Murphy. who for thirtY-four years has pleaded throughout the En- Rlish- speaking world for the cause of temperance. is dying in Southern Cali- foInia.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

Whether or not you wish to insure, It will give us great pIeaAure to show you The Travellers New Life Policy Phone 107. R. ,, Well t& co. ff
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26
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 Write to-day stating your references, and experience, if any.
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The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

Hon. W. B. Bankhead. of Jasper, with his two little girls. Tallulah and Virginia, is spending Christmas with
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-26

Louise Fleming, a negress, arrested at 3:15 o'clock yesterday morning charged with assault and battery, will have a trial this afternoon before Re- corder Baber. In a warrant. the wo- man is charged with striking James Weatherington with a blunt instru- ment.
Arizona republican., 1905-05-19
IRON SPRINGS PICNIC ITEMS.

Tempe and Mesa please take mo- tice. Special train to connect with picnic train at Phoenix. will leave Mesa at 6:S0 a. m. Santa Fe time; will leave Tempe 6:45 a. m. Santa Fe time. Note that it is Santa Fe time. Train will return with you after the picnic.
 Indian School please take notice A street car will run on the Indian School line in time to connect with the picnic train, which starts at a. m. Phoenix time, and the car will be in waiting when the train returns
 The Santa Fe road bed is now in good condition, so that a quick run is expected.
 Tickets for sale at Doris Heyman Furniture Co. store. H c. Feelings. IT w. Adams; R. F. Miner O'Nein block; L. w. Coggins, 200 Washington street.
 Saturday. May 20. 1905. Train starts at o'clock sharp, city time.
Arizona republican., 1905-05-19
1 own .& .s
 s# Topics.

MANY FIRES-Many fires may be lighted at very low cost this week. 24OO big parolr matches for 15c at the big store of bargains. Price this week only.
 HAY CROP HARVEST-The crop of alfalfa promises to be larger this sea- son than for some years and of course ranchers will need pitch forks ana handles and rope and stack covers Davidson's Cash Store is a good place to go for these goods.
 HOW TO KEEP THE LAWN BEAUTIFUL-First buy 50 feet Of fresh Goodrich hose, keep the lawn well sprinkled and then buy Thomas Lawn Mower, to keep 1t well trimmed and go to Davidson's Cash Store for these necessities.
 OF INTEREST TO IRRIGAToRs- Those who have irrigating to do need shovels and canvas. Shovels may be secured at from roc to $1.S5 and can vas may be purchased at reasonable nrices at Davidson's Cash Store.
 RECIPE FOR THE HOUSEWIFE For comfort and saving of work-F1rst corner hubby and persuade him to buy vou q summer stove. Tell him to come with you to Davidson's Cash Store and help you to decide whether won will buy an lnSuTduCS oaSOAi4iS stove or a Standard Wickless Blue Flame oil stove Hubby may say. My dear. I'm afraid one of those con- founded stoves might blow you up ana gasoline is expensive. Just tell him that the stoves at Davidson's are absolutely safe and cost about the same as the hot wood cook stove for fuel. A wom an can usually get what she wants II she strikes the lord of the manor right. So girls keep agitating until you are cooking on a summer stove that IS Ixool. klean and konvenient and that was sold by Davidson's Cash Store, the money saver to cash purchasers.
 GUNS TO RENT-Davidson's Cash Store.
 ICE BOXES-Davidson's Cash Store
 HAM M O c K S-Davidson's Cash Store.
 NOTICE.
 See the new refrigerator at David sons Cash Store. DAVIDSON'SCASH STORE Phoenix, Ariz. Tel. Red S0S'
Arizona republican., 1905-05-19
NOTICE

This is to advise that withdrew from the firm of Champagne & Tay- Tor on May 18th, 1905, and will not be responsible for any indebtedness which may be incurred after that date.
 A. E. TAYLOR
Arizona republican., 1905-05-19
The BerryhiIl Co.
 News Dealers, Ger. WashinGtsn and First Sts.
A STABBING AFFAIR
A Woman Uses a Pair of Shears With
 Bloody Effect.

An ugly stabbing affair took place last night in the rear of the Colum- bus saloon Tie victim was a half breed Mexican girl known as Stella Graham, called by the habitues as "Blondie." Her would be assassin is known variously as Angelita or Louisa Lealla. The Graham girl was passing Ter house and the woman called her in. They had not been on good terms but the girl was not apprehensive of an assault. An2elita is a much older woman and not nearly so strong But a pair of shears more than made up the physical inequality and the woman went to work at once She stabbed the Graham girl in the right side and as she turned to run she thrust the point Of the shears into the hack of her lead.
 The girl made her way out of the house a1l was taken to the house of a neighbcr where her wounds were washed and message was telapho1- ed to the police station. Angelia was arrested b.- Officer Tipton and taken to the city jail The wounded girl was a!so taken to the station where her injuries were attended to- It was at first thought that the wound in the side was serious one. It was an ugly looking Duncture and bled little. from which circumstance it was thought that there was an inner hemorrhage The girl was in great pain and while she was sroaning the woman in the next eel laughed.
 This girl was brought to the station not long ago with a stab wound in the breast. Angelita was taken to the county iail last night.
Arizona republican., 1905-05-19

Accumulated excess in temperature since an. l. 35 degrees. Accumulated excess in rainfall since Jan. l, 10.42 inhes.
 L. N. JESUNOFSKY,
 Section Director
Arizona republican., 1905-05-19

Winners Comfort says smoke 'em.
 Kerry Cow Cigar
Arizona republican., 1905-05-19

The Lukin best-made of clear Ha- for 25 cents.
Arizona republican., 1905-05-19
BALL.

There will be warm baseball games at Eastlake park next Saturday and Sunday at 2:30 o'clock between the Phoenix team and the Tucson Grays.
Arizona republican., 1905-05-19
Of fLoca1Y
 Interest.
THE WEATHER.
Local Daily Weather Report for The
 Arizona Republican.

Forecast for today-Fair. Data for 24 hours ending 5:30 D. m.