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The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
A Good Police Court.

A large number of cases were on the docket at Police Court this morning for trial. The majority of them were for small offenses, and only light fines were imposed against the offenders.
 Saturday afternoon on Alabama Street Lucius Marshall and Lucius Avery. two country negroes, had a quarrel. Mar shall pulled knife upon Avery when the latter went into nearby saloon and secured a pistol which he had left there. Avery was arrested upon warrants charging him with an affray and as- sault with a weapon, Both eases against him were dismissed, while. on the charge of an affray. Lucius Mar shall was fined $25.
 Alice Emerson. a cocaine icud. Was found drunk on the streets Saturday under the influence of the drug. She had been before the court a number of times before. She was fined S45 or ninety days on the street.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
REFUsE TO UNITE.
Associate Reform Prembyterfana Reject
 UniOn-~Erslxfne College President

EEG@UyNGEl&0@ N&tEEE
 UniOn---Erskine College President.
 Camden. Nov. 19.-(Speciai. )-The third. days session of the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Synod began saturday morning at g o'clock and was opened with devotional exercises conducted by Rev. R. E. Hough of Corsicana, Tex, after which there was held business session of two hours.
 At 10 o'clock the Synod took up the election of a president for Erskine Col lege. Dr. J. s. Moffatt was elected on the third ballot At Il o'clock there was held conference on Evangeliza- ton. and seevral talks were made. The afternoon was taken up with a busi- ness session and committee work.
 Saturday evening there was held a popular meeting on missions, presided over by Dr. W. w. Orr, of Charlotte. N. c. Rev. w. B. Lindsay, represent Ing the Board of Foreign Missions, de- Hvered an address on the following subject, Have We Reached tbe Limit of Our Ability in Foreign Mission Work?' Dr. J. S. Moffatt, represent ing the Board of Home Missions, and pr. Charles R. Watson also delivered addresses.
 Reformed Presbyterian Church the sermon was preached by Rev. J. S. Moffatt, followed by the Communion service, conducted by Rev. H. B. Grier, after which there was a sacramental meditation by Rev. G. Parkinson In the Presbyterian church there was a sermon by Rev. D. G. Phillips, of At- lanta, Ga. Sunday afternoon there was held memorial service in honor of Dr. William l.. Pressly and Rev. | c. Mclaughlin, who died during the Sym odtcal year Memorial addresses on Dr. Pressly were delivered by Rev. J. H. Simpson and Dr. T. G. Boyce, and on Rev. l. G. Mclaughlin by Drs. G. R. White and W. W. Orr.
 In the evening Rev. J. H. Pressly of Statesville. N. C., preached the closing sermon of the meeting of the Synod
 Tonight the Synod closed after five days of continuous session.
 The Synod has again refused to unite with the United Presbyterian Church, and from the prevailing sentiment 1t will be many years before this union will ever be consummated if it is ever done.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
Tn s.uSx Jewish History

Rabbi Alfred c. Moses of Temple shaarai Shomayim, will tomorrow ar- ternoon organize a class of Jewish wo- men for the study of Jewish history. The class will meet in his study at 8:SO o'clock for organization. It is pro- posed to have meetings every other Tuesday afternoon and the Rabbi hopes to have a large number interested in the study. It Is intended to induce Jewish women to take more interest in the history of their ancestors for thelr betterment, from an educational stand point.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
WEDDING AT LA PINE.


Miss Bradley Becomes Bride of MT.
 Spear.
 Naftel, Nov 19-(SpeciaL)-Ap pretty home wedding Saturday was that O. Miss Fife Bradley and MT. Ferman Spear, which took place at o'clock at the brides home at LaPine
 The large bay window in the parlor was artistically decorated in palms and ferns. and made a pleasing back ground for the bridal party The bride was the prettiest of pictures in a gray cloth travelling suit with hat to match. The impressive ceremony was performed by the Rev H. c. Threadgill of the Methodist Church. Immediately after the ceremony the welded couple left TOT Montgomery. where they will make their home.
 Miss Bradley is a young woman of much beauty and her charm of manner and sweet disposition have endeared her to a large circle of friends. MT. Spear is well known business man and holds fine position in Montgom- eFy,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
nnu,.n,oa Mnu Picked Up.

Near midnight white man WAS found at the passenger station, foot of Gov ernment Street, whose actions gave rise to the belief that he was dement, ed. The man arrived here on a pas- senrer train from the South. One arm was in splints. When taken to police headquarters and interrogated 1t was found the man was insane. From nut terings and after much coaxing he gave the name Jim Morgan, but further than this nothing could be gleaned from his disconnected talk.
 The man was examined ana on ms head. from the temple running back nearly to the nape of the neck, was found an indentation, healed over. This it Is thought caused the mans unfor- tunate condition. He Is being cared for at police headquarters.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
pr. GOOde Appointed.

The following circular issued today will be read with interest by the many friends of the appoinyee:
 southern Railway in Mississippi off, flee of the vice president
 Mobile. Ala. Nov. 19, 1906 "Circular No. g.
 Effective this date, Dr. Rhett Goode is appointed Chief Surgeon with head quarters at Mobile Ala, with iurisdic- tion over the lines of this company between and including Columbus and Greenville, Miss, and branches Re- ports, accounts and correspondence per taining to the surgical department should be sent to him by United States mail
 (SiEned) "E l.. Russell,
 Vice President"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
nenth Of pTrn Kryfer,

Mrs Clara Kryder died this morning at Providence Infirmary after a brief illness. Mrs. Kryder was the wife of Jacob Kryder of Pensacola, Fla, and was 40 years of age. She was here for treatment. Besides her husband, she is survived by brother, Dr. J. Anderson of Pensacola. The remains will be. taken to her former home for interment.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

A Free Trial Package to Convince Sent
 by Mail to all Who Write.
 Common sense Is jsst as necessary (even more sol in medicine as in bus mess or the affairs of every day life. People are getting to know more than they used to. Not so long ago 1t was the fashion to make all sorts of claims for a medicine, and wind up by asking the reader to go to a drug store and buy a bottle. People won't stand for that kind of thing now. They want proof-tangible proof. They want t1 try the remedy first and If they find 1t to be what is claimed they will be glad enough to go and buy it.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
M. A a. Trar.hre

Officials Of the Mobile and Ohio Rail- road have been officially informed of the damage to trackage north of Cor nth. Steps have been taken at both ends of the line to repair the break which is too great to permit of trans ferring passengers. Arrangements are being made to handle passengers with as little delay as possible to points north of Tupelo. Miss.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
nxan Couple Rnn Away.

Miss Ida Grubbs and Jack Hubbard, residents of Dyas, Ala, were the princi- pals in a rln away marriage today. The couple have been in the city since Sat urday, and are guests of the Southern Hotel The girl is said to be only 16 years old, and wears short dresses, but says that she SIS years old The cere- mony was performed by Justice of the Peace Fremont Thrower.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

According to newspapers published in the Far East, General stoesseI, de- fender of Port Arthur, is of Jewish origin. His grandfather, Abraham stoessel, a goldsmith by trade, went to St. Petersburg from Moravia about 1885. His son, on reaching manhood, embraced the Russian orthodox faith, and he whose name is now famous the world over was brought up in the same belief
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
Nettle o,uilI in Storm .

The river steamer Nettie Quill arr rived last night from Selma with 4S1 bales. of cotton, 2,77s sacks of seed and sundries. The officers of the. steamer reported having encountered, the storm Fourteen times they had to make fast' but succeeded in pulling through the storm, which was unusually severe, without damage.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
FIRM OWES SSO,OOO
COMPANY THROWN
 INTO BANKRUPTCY.
Selma Merchants File Petitions Against HfE Concern to Force Settlement Edward Rowan is Ap-
 pointed Receiver.
Advertiser Bureau,

AQVerIISef buTeaus
 Selma, Nov 19. The Thomasville Mercantile Company of Thomasville, has been thrown into bankruptcy It was learned here to- day that Thursday in Mobile the peti- ton was filed by Eliasberg & Brothers, the Tissier Hardware Company and W. s. Butler of this city. Edward Rowan of this city was named receiver and to him have been turned over the assets which amount to about $11,000. The schedule of liabilities will run between $75.0O0 and S80,000. N. B. Boyles of Thomasville was the manager of the company, which was incorporated under the laws of the State. In the schedule of liabilities there are other creditors which will make about $2.0O0 or S3,000 additional. The petition has not yet been sent to the referee in bankruptcy in Mobile for hsarfnBs it Is understood a hearing will be held November 22, when the company will make answer.
 sunday School Association. The thirteenth annual convention of the Dallas County Sunday School As- sociation will convene at the First Baptist Church tomorrow morning. There will be in attendancea large number of delegates from the schools all over the county, and the conven- tion promises to be large. ... The following is the program for the session tomorrow:
 Morning Session. 9.30: Devotional exercises.
 10. Should the Missionary Spirit be Emphasized in the Sunday School?- Rev. E. B. Robinson.
 10:15 Special music.
 1925. The Bible in the Sunday School Rev. J. A. Jenkins. 10:45 How to Reach the masses Rev. w. T. Swain.
 II. Appointment of Committees and enrolment of delegates, etc.
 Afternoon Session.
 200. Devotional exercises.
 2:2O: Review of year swork; Pres ident's address; Secretary's report; Treasurer's report: Report of Superin- tendent of Primary Department; report Superintendent Home Department; re- ports District Presidents.
 800. Special music.
 3:10.The Beginners and Primaries Miss Minnie E. Kennedy.
 3:35 The Need of Parents in the Sum day school-Rev. A. A. Little. spe- cial music.
 Night Session.
 700. Devotional exercises.
 7:25. Special music.
 TAO. What has become of the Bible? -Wm. T. Atkins. ST.
 7:5O. Our State work-Judge Joseph Carthel.
 s:15, Pledges for State and County Work
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
D.o,b oe RYfu. K. MerrtII

After a brief Illness. Kufus K. Mer- Till died at 10:15 o'clock last night at his home, sos Monroe Street. Mir. Merrill was 45 years of age, native of Virginia, but had resided in this city for several years and was well known. His wife, two daughters and a brother, MT. Theodore Merrill of New York, survive him. MT. Merrill was an Odd Fellow, a Mason and Wood man of the World.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
Mra. Loclkhart Dend .

Mrs. Lockhart, an aged lady who was brought to this city several days ago from Marion and placed in an infrm- ary, died at that institution at an early hour this morning The deceased was we'll known throughout Perry County Her remains were shipped to Marion this afternoon where they will be in- tered tomorrow.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Allen Brown was up on the charge of syagrancy. It was proven that Brown would not work when he had the chance. He was given ninety days work upon the streets.
 Henry Huggins, a negro, last night stole money and a watch from another negro, Arthur Coleman. He was bound over to await the action of the next grand jury. in the sum of $200.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
Another Lid Is On.

Recently Mayor Lyons had the lid on and sealed and strapped for bar rooms. Yesterday a stringent order was issued to the police department re- Iative to gambling. AS a result. three officers near the midnight hour, located and apprehended four white men in what is known as the Rat Hole at 211 St. Francis Street. The Hole" is operated as a cheap restaurant by Greeks.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
Will Attend Ceremonial.

A number of the members of the Dramatic Order of Knights of Khoras- san will leave here Thursday afternoon for Montgomery, where they will at tend a ceremonial in that city that night It Is expected there will be about twenty in the crowd, and they will return to Selma Friday morning.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
NIrht SeaaVOm.
Death of MT. NTnthenv.

Early this morning at an infrmary there occurred the death of MT. Ma thony He was brought to Selma last week from his home at Siddonsville, near Faunsdale. suffering from blood poison. The disease had advanced too far for medical science to ho him any good and the end came this morning. His remains were taken to Faunsdale where they will be inferred.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
Tumuboat Ida sinks |.

Information has been received from Fort Morgan of the sinking of the tug boat Ida, off Mobile Bay, outer bar. The Ida left here in tow of the steamship Vueltabajo, lumber and timber laden, No lives were reported lost.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

nooga; Miss Mamie Coleman of Mont. gomery and Miss Marguerite Claghorn of Savannah, Ga, have arrived in the city to attend the Claghorn- Williams wedding Wednesday.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
or far Mobile.

The delegates from Camp Jones. Uni ted Confederate Veterans, left tonight for Mobile where they go to attend the State reunion. The delegation from here Is composed of W. J. Rountree, A. l.. Gilmer. F. M. Byrne, George B. Burns, T. P. Whitby, T. B. Creagh, M. M. Hooks, P. T. Vaughan. R. D. Berry, E. T. Weisinger and W. J. Weisinger.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
Church Convention Closes.

The twenty-first annual convention of the Christian Churches of Alabama which was held in the First Christian Church of this city, came to close at noon today, to meet the next year in Jasper, Walker County, during the month of November, the date to be set- tied later. This was conceded to be the most successful convention of any thus far held and the nearly 200 delegates were loud in their praise of its success, the pleasureable times they had had and the many courtesies extended them by the members of the First Church and other denominations.
 Many men of note, both in religious and other circles. from this and other States were present. This morn- ing's session, while without 8 program, was interesting, At S:3O o'clock the service began with prayer. Routine business was dis posed of. after which the hearing of re- ports of committees began. At the conclusion of these Rev. Dr. J. H Gar rison of St. Louis, editor of The Chris tian Evangelist, delivered strong ad- dress on "The Holy Spirit"
 Jasper, Walker County, was select ed as the next meeting place, and a resolution was adopted to the effect that all delegates be furnished their lodgings and breakfast free, the dele
 
 Standing, the convention joined in singing God be With You Till We Meet Again." after which the benedic- tion was pronounced by Rev. W. H. Meyers of Texarkana. Texas. formerly of Mobile, and the convention was ad- 1 journed, sine die.
 The women's Board of Missions held session behind closed doors during the two last hours of the convention At a meeting the new Executive Committee. Rev. s. P. Speigle of Bir- mingham was elected State evangelist at a salary of $1,200 per annum Ap- propriations were made to supplement the weak districts of the State.
 The new Executive Committee in cludes: Rev. Allen R Moore of Bir- mlngham. President; Dr. E. c. Ander- son of Anniston- secretary-Treasurer Rev. D. P. Taylor of Bessemer, Re | cording Secretary; A. H. Oden of Hart selle, Auditor; J. W. Henry of Mo- bile, Rev. J. c. Caldwell of Selma, J. M. Crawford of Jasper, F. E. Llnthi- cum of Birmingham, H. Gait Braxton l of Birmingham.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
Mrs. Humphreys eDnd.

Mrs. S. J Humphreys, aged "A, died at an early hour this morning at her home, 502 St. Emanuel street, after a lingering ilness. Deceased was a na- tive 0 Mobile, and is survived by four sons, Wiley, Edward, Sidney and Nit chell Humphreys, besides other rela- lives
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Mrs. Charles W. Gazzam was the hotsess of the Hamilton Whist Club this afternoon.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

The V. v. v. Cotillion Club has is- sued invitations to the Thanksgiving german" at Temperance Hall, Wednes- day evening. November 2s .at S:3O o'clock.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Mrs Wilcox and Miss Yardver will entertain at cards Thursday after noon.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Evelyn and Edith, and son Master John. left opelikaf Saturday morning TOT Fort Gaines, Ga, to visit Mrs. A. O. Dob- bins, the mother of Mrs. Melton.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
Social nnd PeraonnI,

! Mrs. Harry Smith and Miss Genevieve Smith have issued invitations to a euchre party Friday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock in honor of Mrs. Woodson of Birmingham, and Miss Bibb of Deca- tur.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

MT. and Mrs. Norwood A. Richards have returned from a visit to New Or leans.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Miss Natalie Hutton left today to visit friends at Fort Barancas for ten days.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Smith Robbins and Paul Park of Montgomery spent yesterday here with relatives and friends
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
Social nna Personal.

Ernest Rockwell. whose home has been in Baton Rouge, La, for nearly year, is in the city for a few days on a visit to his parents and sister.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

The many friends of Mir Crawford Bates, who has been III for the past six weeks. will be glad to know he is inn proving.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Hon. c. W. Taylor of Demopolis, Is the guest of Major 8. T. Prince while in the city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

MT. and Mrs. Jesse Dugger and MT. Richard Williams Dugger of Chatta-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Mir and Mrs. Lynn Cameron went over to New Orleans today for short visit
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Miss Eloise Marshall has returned home after a trip to New York and Washington.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Jack Powers of Greensboro is spend ing today here.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Cured Quickly and PaInIessIy-NO
 Risk, No Danger.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Miss Tice of Montevallo is spending today in the city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

The following inv4tstion- been issued: Mrs. Frances Milhous Hunter requests the honor Of your presence at the marriage of her daughter Camilla to MT. Robert Hamilton. on the evening of Tuesday, 27th of November, at g o'clock, at St. PauPs Episcopal Church, Selma. Ala. E:EH
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Mir. Isidore Kayser and little daugh- ters, Dorothy and Helen, left this af- ternoon for New Orleans to visit rela- lives.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

NJ. and K c. Improvements. Vice President and General Mana
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Herbert Smith of Meridian spent Sunday here with friends.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Dr. and Mrs J. R. Furniss have re- turned home from their bridal trip to Chicago.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Miss Marshall vass. who is one of the maids of honor at the reunion this week, arrived yesterday and is the guest of Miss Lolla Belle Gould, She will remain several weeks and enter1 tainments are being planned in her honor, to be given after this weeks rush. Last evening Miss Gould and Miss Vass were entertained at supper at the Cawthon by MT. Reese and Mir. Whitemore of Birmingham.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Miss Miller of Camden passed through the city yesterday.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

Lorenzo Norville has returned to St Louis after week spent with his wife at her parents. Mir. and Mrs R. H. Duesberry
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20

S. P Karpe left this afternoon for Mobile where he will spend several days. A
 Frank Milhous. popular yoIng Sel- milan, was carried to an infirmary yes- terday afternoon and operated uron for appendicitis His friends will be glad to learn he stood the operation we'll and is doing as well as could be ex- nected. :-.-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-11-20
Chancery Sale.

Charles D. Kimball ct al. ) In the City vs. Court of
 ) Montgomery,
The Richmond palladium. (Richmond, Ind.) 1906-1907, 1906-12-12

elections. a-tn 3ugu~ contests are
threatened where the majorities were
very small and error was claimed. the
contests of course. to be settled in the
courts. In short the governor and coun-
Gil are cooperating with all OF the mos.
enlightened and most patriotic of the
people of Porto Rico in educating the
citizens OF the island in the principles Of
orderly liberty. They are providing q
government based upon each citizens
ali citizens that is. based upon a rigid
observance Of the principles of justice
and honesty II has not been easy to
fnstill into the minds OF people unaceus-
toned to the exercise of freedom the two
basic principles of our American system;
the principle that the ma jority must rule
and the principle that the minority has
rights which must not be disregarded or
trampied upon. Yet real progress has
been made in having these principles
accepted as elementary, as foundations
of successful self government.
All the insuiar governments should be
placed in one bureau. either in the de-
partment Of war or the department of
state 1t is a mistake not to so arrange
our handling cf these island. at Wash
ing as to be able to take advantage OF
the experience gained in one. when deal
ing with the problems that from time to
time arise in another.
In conclusion let express my ad-
miration for the work done by the con-
gress when it enacted the law under
which the island is now being admins
tered After seeing the island person
ally. and after five years experience in
connection with its administration, il IL
to say that il would be well-nigh irnpos-
sibie to have devised any other which
In the actual working would have accom-
plished better results.
The Richmond palladium. (Richmond, Ind.) 1906-1907, 1906-12-12
CENTERVlLLE.

Centerville, Dec. II. (Spl)-Mr. and
Mrs. John Bowman, residing northwest
of Centerville. entertained on Sunday
at a turkey dinner The guests in.
cluded Mr.. and Mrs. John Linderman,
of Greensboro, and Mr.. and Mrs. John
c. Harvey. Earl Harvey, Mr.. and Mrs.
Harry Meyers and son, Elmer, all of
Centerville.
The Woman's Home Missionary So.
ciety of the M. Z. church, will meet
next Thursday afternoon at the home
of the president, Mrs. Ella Dunbar.
Mrs. Mary Myers is very sick with
grippe.
Mr.. and Mrs. Jackson Study enter.
tanned at dinner on Sunday, Mr.. and
Mrs. Maberry Study and son, Harry,
of West Richmond.
Mrs. J. w. Horne and Mrs. 0. M
Hurst. went to Arba on Tuesday to
spend several days with relatives.
Thomas G. Dunbar was the guest
of Mr.. and Mrs. Walter Dunbar at In
dianapolis on Sunday.
Miss Ethel Harvey is recovering
from an attack Of tonsillitis.
Mrs. Charles Gates of San Francis.
co, Cal, was the guest of Mr.. and Mrs.
Jacob Gates, the latter part of last
week.