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The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
MOORE-NEAL.
Two Popular Young People are Married at HarreIl.

Two Popular Young People are Married
 at HarrcIl.
 Marion Junction, Dec. 2.-(Special. )- Wednesday evening at S:30 o'clock at the Presbyterian Church of Harrell, the wedding of John Bruce Moore and Miss Ve1lamae Neal was solemnized. Rev. W. A. Blakely, the pastor. performed the beautitful and impressive ceremony which united these young hearts.
 The church was q bower of beauty in white chrysanthemums and roses with potted palms and ferns to carry out the color scheme-green and white.
 Mrs. Moore as Miss Neal has been very popular and much admired. On this occasion she was gowned in a silk entraine carrying a shower boquet of carnations and lilies of the valley. The veil and orange blossoms completed the loveliness of the bride. The maids of honor were attired in point d'esprit and crepe de chine: the brides maids in white with tho green girdles and car rying% asparagus and maidenhair fern.
 After the wedding the bridal party assembled at the home of Mir. and Mrs. Leon G. Moore, where was rendered them a lovely reception.
 Mir. and Mrs. Moore were the recipi- ents of many handsome gifts as an evidence of the high esteem in which they are held by their many friends who ardently hope for them success.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
Working for Hi. Son.

Nathaniel Hughs, of Sillimore, Ga, who came here to give assistance to his son. Clarence Hughs. who Is in jail charged with forgery, it being alleged that he had cashed a number of checks and drafts which had the name of a young man at Adrian, Ga,,j signed to them, is doing all he can for his son. There is no inclination td prosecute the young man by those who cashed the checks and drafts. provided that the money is repaid The police have numerous inquiries from police depart ments throughout the country con corning the young man under arrest here.
 Aeietter was received today from tho chief of police at Montgomery asking for photograph of Hughs, there be- ing suspicious that a check was cashed for a laage sum in tho capital city. However, the Birmingham police are satisfied satisfied that Hushs was not in Mont
 A photograph Yill be sent to Chief Gerald. The polee here state that if the cases preferred in Birmingham are withdrawn any other city wanting the prisoner will be given the opportunity to get him. The father of Hughs an- nounces that J. T. James. of Adrian, Ga, will not prosecute, he having lost nothing through the alleged for gery.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03

The pupils of Miss Felter's kinder garten gave Thanksgiving entertafn- ment Wednesday afternoon. The pro- gram of music. songs. recitations and drills was very enjoyablc. and the pg~ pills showed excellent training.
 A party of picnickers had planned to spend Thursday at Chicks Bluf. but owing to the bad weather had an in doors picnic instead. They met at the Thanksgiving dinner was spread. The following were present: Mir. and Mrs. Kline. Mir. and Mrs. Doyle, Mrs. Major. Mrs. Felter, Miss Lula Brothers. Miss Lillian Johnson. Miss Florence Eeltef, Dr. Bledson and Mrs. Searcy Johnson.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
MONROE'S CORY RECORD
ANOTHER PAGE IS ADDED TO BOOK
 OF CRIME.
Nearo Fatally Wounds His Wife and Auother Woman and iH Himself Shot by Man Who Pur-
 aued Him.

MonroeyilIe. Dec. 2.--(Special. )--An. other homicide goes to swell Monroe's gory record of crime. A negro tamiiy row occurred at Peterman, this county, the night of November 5O. ana Ioht stanton shot his wife and another wo- man irflicting serious if not mortal wounds. stanton ran of. but was overtaken ana fatally shot by Shep Williams. The latter is m Jail
 Monroeville is proud to claim farmer who deserves to rank with the best in the State, not because or the extensive scale upon which ne operates hut because of his successful demon stration of the value of the intensive system.
 John l. Watson. Monroe's popular ex- sheriff has already gathered 5,6Sl pounds of seed cotton from one ana e-half acres and will get 200 to 300 pounds more. He also gathered ZlV bushels of corn from four acres, besides a large quantity of hay. This, together with an acre or two m strawpeiIiss T. 2, constituted his entire crop. but 1t is safe to say he has realtzedt more real profit from this small area than many of his neighbors from the 50 or 60 acres cultivated.
 Last year Mir Watson won 8 second prize of $40 offered by Georgia seeds man in a cotton growing contest. The land cultivated IS conIhoh uPlahu Mlen in the corporate limits of the town, which he has built up by good judg- ment and industry to high state of fertility. He plans next year to pro- duce nine bales on three acres.
 Thanksgiving was marked by the usual cheerfulness and good cheer. All business houses were closed throughout the day and their proprietors gave themselves over to hunting and various forms of recreation.
 Hon. J. H. Barefield. wife and baby and Mrs. sslNe Harrengton have re- turned to their home at Gosport after several days visit to Monroeville friends.
 J. B. Barnett Esq, who has been confined to his room with sickness sev- eral days, Is down town again.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
Anti-saloon League.

The Anti-Saloon League of Alabama will hold its annual meeting in Birm- ingham Monday evening, December 4th. Rev. w. B. Crumpton. of Mont gomery. is president of the organiza- tion. Secretary-T Treasnrer I. D. sSteele. this morning gave out the following interview:
 We invite every enemy of the H- quor traffic to met with us at our an- nual meeting. We believe the League offers a platform on which all can stand. Christians of every denomina- ton and good men of all partiss can stand with us. While some may be led to think that we are committed to everywhere that we are opposed toNthe war only on saloons, we announce traffic in every form. In whatevef way enemy of the righteous, the seducer of anguish on accout of the taking of the youth, the wrecker of homes and the implacable foe of good govern ment We hail the dawning of this glorious day when eterywhere the public consciencel is beginning to arouse itself. The people are ready to revolt and throw off every yoke of op- pression. Liquor domination must come to an end, Every patriot of ev- cry creed and party ought to join hands in the struggle that is now on to save the country from this monster evil"
 The executive board of the organiza- ton will met on the 11th inst, and name state superintendent to-push the work of the, ,Anti-Saloon League.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
DEATH OF J. H. FRANCIS.
Former Citizen of Calhoun County Ex
 ptres in New York.

Jacksonville. Dec. 2.-(Special)-- The remains of Joe H. Francis of the firm of Seft, Weller & Co, New York, arrived here for burial today. MT. Francis died after an illness of three days. He was born and reared in Jacksonville. but has been in business in New York for many years. He was a brother of the late Major T. w. Francis. once in business in Montgom- cry. He was unmarried. All his close relatives live in this county.
 The kindergarten class at the State Normal School (primary) gave 8 Thanksgiving exhibition at the Col lege chapel which was largely attend ed. All contributed gifts for the poor. and after the entertainment was over. MT. J. D. Crow took the children in a hack to the aims house. where the gifts were distributed to the inmates by the little ones.
 The ladies of the Methodist Church will open a bazaar Monday for the pur- pose of raising funds for the parson- age.
 Thanksgiving was generally observ- ed in Jacksonville, all places of sbusi- ness being closed for the, day.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
NEW ARRIVALS. ' Norway Bi0ater Maci1erel. Fish Roe, Cod Fish Waffles. BROCK GROCERY COMPANY.
NEWS OF DEMoPOLrs.
Negro Accused of Stealing Valiae and
 Trunks Contents.

Negro Accused of Stealing VRlise and
 Trunks Contents.
 Demopolis, Dec. 2.-Yesterday after noon George Williams, colored appeared before Judge E. S. Cornish of the h. ferior Court to swear out a warrant against another negro, Joe Gray, whom Williams alleges broke open his room door and stole his vaiise and the con- tents of his trunk.
 Rev. N. g. Jones of the Baptist Church announces that he will preach here three Sundays each month instead of two as heretofore. He will in fu- tura preach here on the second, third and fourth Sundays, going to Gallion on the first.
 The Marengo Rifles chapter os the United Daughters of. the Confederaey will hold meeting next Wednesday. December 6, at the residence of Mrs. B. F. Gregory.
 William Norton returned to Missis- sippi yesterday after a visit in this city to his son. H. A. Norton.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
Board of Reyenue Busy.

The Board of Revenue of Jefferson County has instructed the superin- tendent of road work throughout the county to change the forces at work on dirt roads and place them on the macadamized roads of the county. Re- gently the Board of Revenue was taken on a trip over the macadamized roads in automobilcg and the need of repairs was shown. It Is intended to give the maeadamized roads about two months working and much good is expected to follow.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
ACCOUNTS THE BLESSINGS.
Splendid Sermon by Rev. Mir. Bell al
 Union Springs.

Union Springs, Dec. 2.-tSpecial )- The largest crowd that has assembled here on Thanksgiving in several years greeted Rev, A. l.. Bell Thursday at the Baptisk Church when he preached a. magnificent sermon, recounting the blessings thAt the town has enjoyed the past year.
 All of the business houses in town were closed and quite a number of men spent the day hunting.
 Mrs. R. J. Grady Thursday received the news of the death of her sister Mrs. B. F. Ingram, at her home in Ope- lilka. and left immediately to be present at the funeral. Mrs. Gilbert Ramsey who is a niece of the deceased, also at- tended the funeral.
 Mrs. s. T. Frazer has returned from Montgomerya where she went to be present at the meeting of the No Name Club at the home of Mrs. Flowers.
 Mrs. Cottingham is very i'll at the home of her daughter, Mrs. A. NJ. Cur ry. and but little hope is entertained for her recovery.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
Attempted Suicide.

C. W. Harrison. q carpenter of Avondale. suburb, walked into a little grocery store in the city this morning and handing the proprietor an empty bottle which was marked "laudanum," stated that he was tired of living and that he had taken laud- anum and if that didn't kill he would take morphine. The police were noti- fled and Harrison was sent to the police headquarters and the city physi- elan, Dr. Hayes. went to work, resus- citating the man. The only reason given by Harrison for his rash at
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
LnuderdaIe Rural DelIvery,

Florence, Dec. .--tSpecial. )--Anothaf extension has been made in tho rural free delivery service of Lauderdala County. effectlng route number i've. ritory are traversed. covering thfcklT populated region. Dr. James T Rf&t. the Florence Postmaster. has been n defatigable in his efforts to Improve the mall service in this county apa iE Is now probably the best in the atate.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
Cases Against the John.ons.

The cases against John Johnson and Lily Ray, the man and woman arrested in Birmingham by the detectives on a charge of larceny from person and ac- cessory thereto, the pair being arrested at the depot in the crowds attending the arrival of President Roosevelt on his recent Southern trip, have been set for hearing in the Criminal Court Mon- day morning. They are out on $500 bond each. Many are of the opinion that the couple will not be present.
 It is charged that Johnson relieved L. B. Hanks of Woodlawn of a pocket book, containing several dollars. The last heard of Johnson and the Ray woman, who is his wife. Twas that they were in Montgomery and from there had gone to Meridian.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
IGNORED BY sOPHoMOREs.
They Decline to Notice AIIeged Chal
 lenGe Of FreNhuem.


 lenge of Freshmen.
 Tuscaloosa. Dec. 2-(Special )-Tbe reported challenge which in some way got into print stating that the Fresh men class at the University had chal- lenged the sopohomores to a bowl rush tonight was fake pure and simple. The circular was an anonymous one and was not issued by the Freshman class and the sophomores paid no att tention to 1t. It seems to have been an attempt at joke. There is the best or feeling existing between these two classes which are the largest perhaps Tn the histroy of the Institution and composed of a splendid lot of fellows The Masons of this city will erect Tn the very near future a fifteen thous- and building lon the lot recently pur- chased by them just west of the city hall. Bonds will be offered for sale: It Is understood that the building will be very handsome one and will be eredit 10 the city, Capt. A. F. Prince
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
Fears for Lumber Schooner.

Mobile, Dec. 2.-(Special. )-Fears are entertained here for the Norwei gan Schooner Laguna owned by the Mexican Steamship Company of Mo- bile, which sailed from this Port Sept. 28, for Colon, Panama, carrying 350.- 900 feet of pine lumber. She was in charge of Capt. Otto Gruneberg and had a crew of nine. The ordinary voy- age to Colon from Mobile is three weeks.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
Rumor. of DeveIopment.

Rumors prevail in Bessemer that the Woodward Iron Company is consider ing plans to erect either a steel plant or tube works near it's furnace plant at Woodward, short distance from Bessemer. It is stated that engineers have staked off site for a large in- dustry. and it is believed that either steel plant. cast iron pipe or tube works will be put up. No statement is made whatsoever by the officials of the Woodward Iron Company, except that the production of pig iron will be in- creased as much as possible, the com pany having two furnaces in blast and one under repairs The ore and coal mines will be enlarged In order that all raw material supplies can lbe improved as much as possible. As a result of the rumors property values have in- creased to quite an extent in and near Woodward and extending to the out skirts of Bessemer.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
. Judge wythnsla. Decialo..

After hearing all the testimony and the arguments of Attorneys In the case of Frank Morangc against Chief Wfer, in which the former is seeking to re- cover a roulette wheel. taken in charge by Chief wier, Judge Abernathy with held his decision. The validity of the law Is questioned. the righttof a police department to confiscate gambling paraphernalia being disputed. The at torneys for Moranee admitted % that Chief wicr acted according to tho reading of the city ordinance nthe subject. but held that the ordinance is invalid and it is probable that the question will be taken to the supreme court before decision is accepted.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
M,MHNN- DREHEIs.
Wedding at CullmRn of POPuiar
 Young Couple.

Cullman. Dec. 2.--(special. )-T. D. McMinn and Miss Eda Dreher were united in marriage at the home of the bride Tuesday evening, Rev. Mir. Auf- derhaul of St. Johns Church ofiiciat- ing. There were no attendants, and only the relatives of the contracting parties were present An elegant sup- per was served after the ceremony. The bride is the youngest daughter of MT. and Mrs Adam Dreher. ST., and is one Of cuIlnan's most charming and beautiful girls. The groom Is a fine young business man, member of the firm of McMinn & vandiver. They will reside in their new home on West High lsnds.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
Refuaea to Acceut RenIrnntion,

Louisville, Ky, Dec. "A special to The Evening Post from Frankfort says: Governor Beckham this after noon declined to accept the resignation of Biscoe Hindman as colonel of the 1st Kentucky regiment, State Guard The Governor says in endorsing the resignation to Adjutant-General Haly Colonel Hindman's continuance in command is for the good of the ser vice"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
DIcd From Hemorrhare..

John Madden, an iron moulder. em- ployed in the Avondale stove foun- dry, was found dead in a room Tn a rooming house on Twentieth street, ear First avenue this afternoon. Death resulted from hemorrhages. His room mate, Thomas Dunn, left him about II o'clock this morning and at 1 80 o'clock the dead body was found Mad dden came here from Louisville, Ky, and was single. He laid off from work a few days ago on account of illness. Coroner Paris decided that the man came to his death from nat uraI causes
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
WOMAN ASKS DAMAGES
SUIT AGAINST A CONSTABLE AT
 AvONDALE.
serena Leuch Alleges That Her Chil- dren Were Aroused in order That Her Bed Might De
 Seized.

Birmingham, Dec. 2.-tSpecial.)-- Serena Lcuch today filed. suit in the city court against T. w. Hagood. q constable at Avondale, and his sure- ties on his bond. for $500 damages, claiming that her children were arous- ed from their bed at late hos,r at night and the bed and other things taken from the house November 27. The petitioner ayers that she and her children were made to suffer from the cold weather and caused to suffer great mental and physical pain and anguish on account of the taking of the goods
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
TlIlcIt stIII gn NInNInon.

Huntsville, Dec. 2.--(SpeciaL) )->The finest illicit distilling plant found In this section in recent months was de- stroyed by Deputy Collector Anderson and Deputy <, Marshal Arnold fifteen
 miles south of Cherokee The copper still had been removed but the re- mainder of the outfit, consisting of q
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
PooLUE FOR TREASURER.
Commissioner of Agriculture Wi
 Seek Another once.

FaunsdaIc. Dec 2.--Efon. R. R. | Poole, Commissioner of Agriculture l and Industries, was in Faunsdalc yes 1 terday. and 1t was made known that he will be candidate fer the nomina- ton by the Democratic party for Statc Treasurer.
 X The merry-go-rouud, a new amuse- | menyt to the colored population of the Canebrake. has drawn them here in great numbers and are spending Hfon- ey freely. Haag's show arrived. on Thanksgiving Day and the trained eo- nies and dogs divided honors and dimes with the dumb figures of the. whirligig.
 Among the visitors was Sailor Jean," now on his way to Montsom- cry. He is walking and pushing his Trolleyette. which is nothing moro than a wheel-barrow on which Is fastened d barrel, which contains some articles of apparel and writing material along with letters. etc. He started April 1st. 1903. to visit every Capital city in the United States and expects to finish his tour Oct. 1st. 1906. He is taking notes for book which is already engaged for publica- tion. No doubt the intelligent young Swedc will make 1t interesting.
 Faunsdale is probably the only town in the land which did not generally observe Thanksgiving Day. With the exception of religious services in St. Michaels Church, on Greentop Hill, held by the Rev. pr. Harris, the Rec tor. tattended mainly by ladies) hus- mess went on as usual only broken by good dinners in number of homes.
 There was a dace at the Town Hall Wednesday evening which brought number of youthful couples from various points. of the country.
 The cotton crop Is hrvested and II cent cotton leaves [ farmers of this section with more~ money than they know exactly how to dispose of. Phone 225.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
Inerenninr cnnitnl stnck.

The Star Cahaba Coal Company has filed notice in the Probate Court of an increase in it's capital stock from $1S.- 900 to $50,000. The company intends increasing its capacity in the way of coal nroducing.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03

fine copper worm and cap and 2,S00 gallons of beer in twelve fermenters was destroyed. Fifty gallons of whis- key was found and shipped to Bir- mingham. Newt Burns, owner. of the uudar arrest.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
Beautify Home. Bay Pictures.
 TRESSLAR'S, I4 Dexter,
HOT AFTER THE CHAPTERS.
Bunch of Indictments Against PhIIa.
 delphfa Men.

Philadelphia. Dec. 2.--Former fDirec- tor of Public Safety 4. L. English, for mer City Architect Philip II. Johnson, James D. Finley. a former city em- ploye. and John W. Henderson and H |. Baton, members of contracting firm, were indicted today by the grand jury on the charge of conspiracy to defraud the city in connection with the con- struction of a smallpox hospital.
 Mir English was Director of Public Safety during the administration of Mayor Ashbridge. Johnson and Finley are relatives of Israel w. Durham, leader of the local Republican organi- zation.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
RorIe Died SnddenIr.

Robert E. Boyle, aged 30, a coal and ore land agent died suddenly this morning in his room. heart failure be- ing given as the cause of his death. He was weIl-known in the Birmingham district and in Montgomery and con- siderable surprise was expressed at the announcement of his death.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03

THE RALSToN FAMILY. Whole Wheat. Graham, Breakfast Food, Pancake Flour ana Old Fashion Buckwheat Flour.
 FIOwers-NettIes Grocery Co.,, On ~thee" Corner. Phone Z25.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
SILK PETTICOATs

in an unusually heavy quality of warranted taffeta that has q finish and luster that equals any regular 5000 garment you have ever bought. and for that matter will wear just as we'll as garments of that character, specially reduced for tonof row to. .$0.W
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
CHILDRENfs CLoAKS

in a most enticing variety of styles and qualities from the past and present season, every one q good stylish garment though, that the most fastidious child would be pleased with,
 hardly, two are alike, but that's the reason they are on the bar
 gain counter at such little
 price real values from $5.50 to $12.50, now. :. .... $460'
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
TnE RALsTON FANILY

Whole Wheat, Graham, Breakfast Food, Pancake Flour and ola Fashion buckwheat Flour.
 Flowers-Nettles Grocery Co.,, 0n s'theeo Corner Phone 225.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03

tempt was that he twas tired of live ing Harrison is 3S years of age and has family.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03

DELICATEssEN DEPARTMENT. Fresh shipment Philadelphia Cream, Brick, Swiss, Neufehatel and ROquefOrt Cheese.
 BROCK GROCERY COMPANY.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03

Your Home walls Made Beautiful.
 Buy Pictures.
 TREssLAR's, J4 Dexter.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03
MERCERIzED PETIT
 COATS {

worth in some instances as high as $2.00 on special table at
 such a little price as lwpuld' cause you to doubt their true worth. Its an odd lot of num- erous styles however which we are desirous of closing out en- tirely, and to accomplish our purpose we say each. .-. .08c
The Montgomery advertiser., 1905-12-03

Phone 225. "Everything that's good to eat.
 FlOwers-Netfies Grocery Co.,, On ssthee" Corner. Phonc FPS