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The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
LOOKING FOR SITE
STANDARD OIL TO BUILD wARE-
 HOUSE IN SEIMA
New Episcopal Church at BurnsviIIe Completed and CIass is Conilrm- cd by Blshop IBeckwfth--
 Central City News.
Advertiser Bureau,
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Advertiser Bureau,
 Selma, Feb. 27. It was stated today that two stan dard Oil officials are in the city for the purpose of selecting and purchasing & 2 site upon which to erect a rev ware house for that company to take the place of the one that was destroyed by fire recently. Whether any site was selected today could not he learned but 1t is stated that these officiais consulted with most of the real estate men during the day.
 While no information has ever been given out, 1t ia generally understood that 1t is the intention of the stan dard oil Company to erect much larger warehouse than the one that was destroyed by the Ire. It is also said that they would prefer to get <a different location from the one on which the old building was situated It Is also generally believed that the new warehouse will be large brick building and will be much more con venient and accessible than the one burned.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
RebeIkahs to Aaemble.

More than one hundred delegates will attend the State assembly of the Rebekah branch of the Independent Order of odd Fellows. during tn egrand lodge meeting in May. Myrtle Lodge. of this city. will be in charge of the en- tertainment of the State assembly, and it Is intended to give a reception that will be cordial and interesting.
 At the regular meeting of Myrtle Lodge next Monday evening in their hall on Third avenue. committees will be apointed to take steps looking to a proper entertainment of the State as- sembly. Reports from different Re- bekah lodges throughout the State are to the effect that many of their repre-. sentatives will be here for the gathering and much interest is being taken In the coming meeting.
 The grand lodge meeting of the h. dependent order of Odd Fellows in May promises to be as largely attended as any meeting of that order in its his- tory. All subordinate lodges through out the State have designated their del egates and reports to hand are that al- most every lodge will be represented. The Birmingham lodges have named their Joint committee to prepare for the big gathering and q hearty welcome will be accorded. The joint commit tee will hold a meeting Monday eve- ming to consider the preparations for the grand lodge meeting.
 Inasmuch as Mayor Ward is among the recently initiated members of the order It Is probable that he will deliver the Odd Fellows welcome as well as the welcome for the city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
NO KICK FROM AsTOR.
Denied That Peabody Has Been Recip-
 lent of Complaint.

VeMIeW IMad FcuUOuy HIN ITttH INNtIE-
 lent of Complaint.
 New York. Feb. 27.--'I decline to discuss Mir Astor's affairs in any form. z. said President Peabody of the Mutual Life Insurance Company today when asked as to the truth of tho report that William Waldorf Astor had ex- pressed his displeasure at Mir, Pea body's attitude in the Mutual Itfe-Il- linois Central controversy.
 While Mir. Peabody would not make a statement on the subject 1t was said at the Mutual Lifes office thai no such communication had beenreceived by MT. Peabody from Mir Astor. MT. Peabody is the New York business representative of William Waldorf As tor.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
norn InduntrInl bond.

The Boys Industrial School band will be mustered in as regimental band win the 3rd regiment, Alabama Ma tioual Guard.
 This is compliment out of the or dipary. but 1t Is deserved.
 It Is stated that an order has just been Issued from the office of the Adju- tant-General of the State Guards at Montgomery to the above effect and that Captain Lucien Brown will muster in the band
 The Boys Industrial School band is composed Of boys attending the East Lake institution and under steady and good training has already acquired considerable proficiency. The people of Birmingham recently have had oc- cGsion to hear this band at It's best. the organization furnishing music for the Master House Painters Association con vcntion and for the Shriners in their parade several days ag0.
 As a military band it Is expected that much good will result for the State troops as well as for the band. It will mean more or less employment for the band, as well as giving the State an oportunity of rendering assistance to the organization.
 The band at the industrial school was organized about a year ago. Uniforms and instruments have been provided and a good impression is made at a public demonstration.
 The announcement that the band is to be made a regimental organization will be received with considerable fa-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
C;iyen an Extrn FInc.

Henry Thomas a negro, who IS a member of the city chain gang, was given an additional sentence of ninety days in police court this morning. Yes terday afternoon the boy rebelled and picked up a shovel 10 strike Superin tendent shannahan. In court the prisoner plead guilty and besides being fined the ninety days, Mayor Atkins ordered that another shack be put on him..
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
N.,r MhiI Carrier.

Marshall Clarke has been appointed mail carrier for the central route of this city and will assume his duties March l.. Mir, Clarke will fill the place that will be made vacant by the resignation of J A. Wauchope. MT. Clarke is an in- dustrious and painstaklng young man.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
Mis. wfhou. Entertatn..

The meeing of the Young Ladies Card Club on yesterday afternoon was the last till after the lenten season. and not only the attractive hostess but also her guests must have borne 1t in mind for fl was indeed an enthusiastic and merry party who contested for the prizes. The apartments used were pret- tfIy and tastefully decorated with the carnival colors. yellow and purple, violets and jonduils being used to ar tistic advantage The hostess was as- sited in receiving by her mother. Mrs. MiIhous. Mrs. Harris Waller. of Greens boro. Mrs. V. B. Atkins and Mrs. Charles Thompson. The score cards were love ly paper jonauils and violets. The club prize, a handsome white hand bag was won by Miss Mary Gilman. and the. visitors prize a bunch of beautiful car nations was presented to Mrs. Waller. A delicious three course luncheon was served after the games. Miss Milhous has entertained several times this sea- son and as usual this was very sue- eessful and enjoyable entertainment
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
crunade Against Gambling.

Mayor Ward and Chief of Police Wier today gave notice to saloon keepers and others that their licenses will be re- voked If the proprieotors of the estab- lishments permit rooms above their places to be used as a gambling resort In such places where electric buttons are operated, connected with upper story floors. t1e Council will be asked to revoke licenses at once. The Mayor and Chief of Police announce that the fight against gambling Is on in earn est in Birmin gham. The special squad of men appointed to visit places where it is believed gambling is going on re- pert that the trade among the green cloth men Is not very active and that there is not much doing with the fra- ternity
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
coe. tn NanhxllIe.

A special sleeper left here this af- twenty-seven students who go to Nash viiie to attend the Students Volunteer Movement for Foreign Missions. which will be In session in that city from February 2T until March 4 Seventeen of the party were from the Judson In- stitute at Marion and were under the charge of Prof. R. C.. Patrick and Mrs o. A. Munnerlyn and Miss Estelle Sal ter. Five students from the Girls In- dustrial Institute at Montevallo and five boys from the Southern University party.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
VIII Stay In Selma.

Rev E. W. Gamble. rector of St. PauI's Episcopal Church and who was rendered a cali to a church in Balti- more. Md, few weeks ago has in- formed the vestry of St, Paul's that he will not accept the same but that he
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

would remain in this city. This will be gratifying news to the members of his coneregation. who during the two years and half that Mir. Gamble has heen the rector of the church he has endeared himself to its members.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
NNfIl HnYe EIne NIunic.

A great pleasure Is in store for those who attend the mems meeting at the Y M C. A. next Sunday afternoon. The music will be rendered during the ser vice by the Temple Quartette and an excellent program will be arranged. The quartette will also furnish the mu- sic that night at the Church Street Methodist Church, where the annual meeting of the Association will be held.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
A. B. RayIess Promoted.

Announcement is made of the ap- poiptment of A. B. Bayless. trainmas- ter of the Birmingham Mineral division of the Louisville and Nashville Rail- road, to the position of Assistant Su- perintendent of the Atlanta division of the same system, headquarters In Blue Ridge, Ga. Col. Bayless come to the Birmingham district from Nashville, where he was trainmaster of the ter- minaIs at that point, He went up the ladder rapidly here. He will be sue ceeded by w. T. Williams and J. N. Teague. the first named to be In charge of the Birmingham Mineral division west of the Souta and North main line and MT, Teague to be In charge of the Birmingham and Alabama Mineral di- visions east of the main line. Colonel Bayless Is well known in Tennessee and the northern part of Alabama, He was Lieutenant ColoIel of the Tennes- see regiment which saw much service in the Philippine Islands during the Spanish American war.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
GATES AND PARTY
WILL PAY VISIT TO BIRMINGHAM
 DISTRICT.
Committed Appointed by President of the Commercial Club win Re- ccive the Guesfs--Crusadc
 Against Gambling.


 Birmingham. Feb. 27.--(Special)--- John W. Gates and a party of tinanciers from New York. will spend part of to- morrow in Birmingham. en route from New Orleans. where they have been participating In the Mardi Gras fcstivi- ties. to New York. A special train, consisting Of four Pullman sleeping cars and a diner from the New York Central Railroad, will be used by the capitalists. Mr Gates is heavily inter- ested in the Republic Iron and Steel Company and the Tennessee Coal. Iron and Railroad Company. two of the largest coal. iron and steel companies in the Birmingham district. and the visit to Birmingham Is. therefore, of more than ordinary interest
 President T. H. Motion of the Bir- mingham Commercial Club. has named a committee. of citizens, headed by Mayor George B. Ward. to meet the distinguished citizens at the depot on their arrival over the Queen and Cres- cent route. and escort them about the immediate district. They will be shown the steel industries at Ensiey and probably some of the iron works at Bessemer. The trip will be a hurried one. the stop here being to break the jump from New Orleans to New York. Mir. Gates and President Topping of the Republic Iron and Steel Company will visit the Birmingham district little later and spend several days here, af- ter which announcements will be made of big Improvements and further devei- opn1ents which are under consideration now.
 Fifty-hve persons are In the party, including officials in the passenger de- partment of the New York Central Rail- road. headed by C. L. Mitchell. General Southern Agent of that railroad sys- tenn.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
sociaI. perronnI nnd GencrnI.

The case against Coleman Smith. the negro who last Tuesday night shot or ficer B. J. Latham in the left arm. was called in Police Court this morning. Owing to the absence of some import ant witnesses for the defense the case was postponed until next Tuesday morning, when 1t will be heard.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

LUNCH WITH US TO-DAY. Demonstration, Durkee'a Salad DreNa- tag. Recipe book and Samples will he 9iven every lady visiting our store. See tOday's Menu elsewhere.
 Flowers-NettIes Grocery Co.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
Decision Way Held up.

Three negro women masked last night and went out to play Mardi Gras. They went to the saloon on Washing ton. street. owned by A. Collman. In the saloon there Is lunch counter and one of the women bought nicke' s worth of lunch. After getting her change, she disputed the amount and cursed out everybody in the place. An officer was sent for and she was arr rested. The woman's name is Maggie Wallace and her case was tried in police court this meruing. The decis- ion was held up until the session of the court tomorrow. In the meantime warrants were sworn out against her two companions, Liszie and Bertha Lisle. and they will also be tried to- morrow.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
Judge Greene Looking over Evidence

Judge Greene Looking Over Evidence.
 The testimony adduced at the pre- liminary trial of Richard Wray, charged with the murder of George Freeman, a miniature portrait painter. in house on South Twentieth Street a few weeks ago. on which the justice of the peace held the defendant to the grand jury without the privilege of giving ball, is to be read over by Judge D. A. Greene. of the criminal court, in order to ascer tain whether there is cause for holding the prisoner. The proceedings are practically haheas corpus proceedings, and 1t Is understood that both the State and the attorneys for the defense have agreed to such move
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
New Eplscopal t:harch.

The new Episcopal Church building at Evansville has been completed and 9, class of five has been confirmed by Bishop Beckwith. The new church will be known as Christ's Church. and Rev F.. W. Gamble, rector of St. PauIs Episcopal church in this city. will hold services there every Sunday afternoon. Mir. Gamble has been instrumental in the building of the church. and it's membership promises to increase rap idly
 The confirmation of the class took place one night last week when Bishop Bishop unexpectedly paid visit to the new church. The building is a hand some little structure and the members are proud of it. A new Episcopal church building is also being built at Orrville and will be completed within a few weeks. It is expected that Bish- op Beckwith will confirm q class there when he visits this city in May.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
Aaventures of the Jacobleta.

vor by the people who are interested in the school.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
New nepot . CertnInty.

G E Mccormick, President of the Birpllngham Terminals Association to- day stated that there was no hitch in the plans for new union passenger station In Birmingham and that as soon as the preliminary arrangements could be made the contract would be let and the actual work started on. The City Council has granted certain franchises for the depot and attorneys are work ing on legal phases in the matter.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

The case against watta Hailes, the little negro boy who Sunday morning shot another little negro. Jim Moore. through the thigh at the union station, was called In Police Court this morn ing. Owing-tc the absence of the in- iured boy the case was postponed until tomorrow morning.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

FOR sALE--Maeev wernicks Sectional Bookcases. fitted with non-bindlng doors, that do not bind For variety of sections. artistic effects. superior workmanship and finish, they are unedualed. also have desks. cabinets. and all office appliances. Catalogues free; terms liberal. c. R. Clark, IS commeree stresL Telephone 3Se. mon-wed-sat
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

Dr. A. $. Andrews returned last night from Hurtsboro, where he has been attending the bedside of the wife of Rev. w. S. Street Mrs. Street has many friends in Selma who will be grieved to learn that there is little hope felt for her recovery.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
Plate Glass Factory Probable.

A proposition has been received in Birmingham in writing from large plate glass manufacturing company looking to the erection of a plant costing s10o.000. the only requirements of people in this section is that they invest $95.000 of the capital stock. It Is ascertained that property has been discovered suitable for the manufacture of glass and that the capital Is all that is needed The proposition is now under careful consideration and 1t is stated that more than likely it will be accepted.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
A Cement Facsory for Leeds.

Property has been purchased at Leeds. in the northeastern part of Jef- fersou County, for the establishment of large factory for the manufacture of cement The property se- cured Is rich in limestone and also shale. The interests in this ce- ment factory are identical to those of the Standard Portland Cement Com pany. with J. Ross Hanahan. of Charleston. S. C., President. and Fred erick II. Lewis, Manager There was a big celebration at Leeds today on the announcement that the cement works would be constructed.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

BiJOu Matinee Today. 8 p. m. Albert Taylor Presenting "Lady Oi
 LyOu."
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

HoTEI. WANTED--want to rent good com meTcial hotel. furnished. in good live town for responsible party. Mrs. Nj. Fl. Stanley. Rochelle Ga st
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

FOR SALE-Framing tinbers cut to order,
 any size from 24 feet down. Robert Nixon & Company's Mill St
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

Endorse Van HOOse Canal.
 The endorsement of the Nashville Board of Trade will be secured for the
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

for planting. Special wholesale prices Marks & Gayle, Montgomery. Ala.
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The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
ENGRAVING.

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The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
wANTEp-BoARDERs OR BOOMERS.
FOR SALE.

FOR RENT--Thrse unfurnished rooms for light housekeeping. or one furnished front room. Address X.. care AdvertiseT Il
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
"Witte" Gasoline Engines
 Cor sala hu

FOR sALE-second hand timbers and boards Robert Nixon & company's Mill
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

Van Hoose canal proposition. accord ing to letter that has been received by Joseph B. Babb. secretary of the Commercial Club. from Secretary shan non. of the Nashville organization.
 Some days ago MT. Babb directed a letter to the Nashville secretary, ID which he set forth the plans of the canal proposition. to join the Tennes- see and Warrior rivers by the way of route from Guntersville to this city, and showing the advantages that would accrue to both Tennessee and Alabama, ns well as other States, If Inc connec- ton could be obtained. Mir. Babb asked that he Nashville Board of Trade in- vestigate and consider the matter and take steps to bring about sentiment h Tennessee In favor or 1t and also that the Tennessee Delegation in Con- gress be petitioned to give the project It's support
 secretary shannon. in his letter heartily endorses the proposition and said that he was convinced it would mean a great deal for both States. He stated that at the next meeting of his organization he would bring the matter before 1t, and 1t is probable that the Nashville Board of Trade will adopt resolutions favoring 1t,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

@~=-s FOR SALE-Cheap, handsome second hand book case. in good order. beveled plate glass mirrors in cabinet top. c. F. Warner or c. R. Clarke. care F. Neumann & Co. IS Commerce Street
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

wANTED-Every voter in Alabama to read the Washington City letter of Lincoln Steffins as published in the Advertiser and and other papers Sunday, Feb. 25, This let ter is an eye opener on regulation" H
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
WENTEb--SlTTIUATT0N-
WANTED

by young lady as book keeper. in city preferred. Address C.. car
 Educational Dept 8
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

The fire department answered 'still alarm'' yesterday afternoon and made run to East Selma. The fire was in a freight car and was quickly extinguished before much damage was done.
 F. C. Melvin and wife will leave to- morrow morning for visit to New York. They will be gone about two weeks.
 Mrs, C. B, Brown of Montgomery is visiting her mother, Mrs. c. P. Parke, on Parkman Street
 There will be dance given at the armory tonight by number of young society men.
 Miss Jennie Mahry entertained the members of the Bid Euchre Club this afternoon.
 Miss HubbelI has returned to Selma after visit of several weeks in New York.
 Mrs. Charles Herman has gone to Louisville. Ky, on visit.
 Miss NJ. Smith of Prentice, Ala. was a visitor to the city today.
 J. P, Blanton left this morning for a trip to Nashville.
 L. l.. shertzler of Mobile spent to. day in the city.
 Cliff Parke has gone to New Orleans or few days.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

WANTED-to0 men of small means who can invest S5. .O0 to s25 % per month in good. safe well-paying and money-making prop ostion. This Is wild cat or gold brick scheme. If you want to save as well as make money. Address. Immediately. care Advertiser
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

engineers, Weyre's or architer's level. Address General Fire Proofing Co. care Roman Cotton Co. 2t
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
IRON sAFEs.

VICTOR MANGANESE and Chrome stee Screw Door Bank Safes and safes of al kinds, bought sold and exchanged Eli & Howard. 26 s. Broad St.. Atlanta. ca. [
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

WANTED-To buy a six-room residence at reasonable price must; have modern eonye- far out Address Fl. H.. care Advertiser
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WANTED--FEAAL.E I.SLP.
WANTED-sA.LEsalEN.
WANTEp---TO RuY.

WANTEC-To buy 800 lbs of clean raRs
 Apply Mailing Department. this office. il
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28
TYPEWRITERs.

TYPEwRITBRS-Rente at 3s. co and 8a Oc per month-sattsfactory service guaranteed
 See the late models Fox before purehaainR or renting. Terry & Davant. ti
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

Cliff Parke has gone to New Orleans or a few days.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

FOR SALE-Saioon and license with lunch counser. stock and fixtures: fine location and good trade. everything first class.
 ii3 Governmenl St. Mobile. Ala If
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

FOR sALE-Rooming hout furnished com, piete; 10 rooms: good location: low rent
 would make excellent boarding house. Ii. Goyti nment St. Mobile Ala.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

LOST--Strayed or stolen. one white bull dog, ears cut, brown spot over eye. Any one returning to owner ct He South Decatur win he rewarded 5t
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

SCREW T001 Haul -ss Sess FIrs snd 6n-~
 glaT proof sofes. bought. sold and exchanged all kinds and makes. c. J. Thrasher. Base rnent Moses Building. phone ls9. If
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WANTED-At once settled negro man or woinan as school janitor Party must live in two-room house on premises. Apply al 2os s. Hull Street. after p. m,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-28

LOsT-Saturday, a gold brooch at matinee or on traction car, or on the street, finder will please return to 5i9 Montgomery St. and receive reward