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The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
LODGES ELECT OFFICERS.
Red Men and Knights of Pythas Name
 Officers for Year.

Selma. July 2-(Special )-At the last meeting of Mohawk Tribe, No 25 Im- proved Order of Red Men, the following officers were chosen:
 l. L. Rosendorf sachem.
 o. R. Gray, senior sagamore.
 Charles R. Jones. junior sagamore
 J. L. Bennett prophet.
 s. V. Horn chief of records.
 R. E. l.. Mel. keeper of wanmpum.
 W. IT, McDaniel, trustee for eighteen months
 The following were elected officers of Selma Advance lodge, No. g. Knights of Pythias, at it's last meeting:
 S. l.. Barnhard. chancellor commander
 O. II. P. Wright, vice chancellor.
 c. Ritter, prelate.
 l.. P. Cook, master of the work.
 s. M. Arlington. master at arms.
 W. IT. Tipton. keeper of records and seal.
 B. J. Schuster master of finance.
 l.. J. Harrison. Inner guard.
 P. Schulhoeffer. outer guard.
 This morning a number of Selma mus- clans and Miss Marks the talented violin ist from Montgomery. went over to De- niopoiis, WHtIt tOHlkHl they gave Te- cital. Among those who went from Selm- were Misses Maude Hooper and Elsie Jones and Messrs. Otto K. Erhat John Creagh and l.. P. Merkel. They gave a most successful recital here last week and expect to give recitals in nearby towns shortly.
 Captain Spear, well-known citizen of Snow Hill. was overcome by the heat this morning in a barber shop. Physicians were called and he soon recovered.
 The county registrars began their labors a the court house this morning and will continue during the next two weeks in this precinct
 Mrs. II. G. Benners of Greensboro is the guest of Mrs. R. E. l.. Mel. She is en route from a visit to Perdido on her way home.
 Miss Lillie Stephens, who has been spending several weeks in Perdidi, re- turned to her home in this city last night.
 Hon. D. J. Meadow of Marengo county, a prominent candidate for lieutenant gov ernor, is a visitor 10 the city today.
 Miss Louise Veitch of Birmingham is expected to be the guest of Mrs. w. A. Autrey on Wednesday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03

Massengale Advertising Agency handle 1t for us. They are thorough business men, and it Is indeed pleasure for us 10 do business with them. We know, be- yond a doubt, they have been of a great deal of benefit to us in our business, and we never hesitate to recommend them highly to any one; in fact could not find better people"
 Geo. D. Witt Shoe Co.,. Geo. D. Witt, Pres, Lynchburg, Va.-"The Massengale Advertising Agency has done a great deal of work for us, and we regard them as the beot people in their line that we know of; we have received excellent re- suits from the work they have done for Us. It gives us pleasure to say this much because we believe it Is deservedly true" :"
 Tate Springs Hotel, Thomas Tomlinson, Tate Springs, Tenn.-"Being personally acquainted with MT. St. Elmo Massengale the president Of the Massengale Advertise ing Agency, leads us to believe that the company is thoroughly reliable. They have been handling our account for the past three years and have given satisfaction. '
 The Johnson Chill and Fever Tonic Co.,, Savannah, Ga-"We have done business through the Massengale Advertising Agency, and have known MT. AIassengale for some years past. We believe these gentlemen are in position to handle busl-
 
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 The John C. Roth Packing Co, C. E. Roth, Treas. Cincinnati, O.-"The Massen- gale Advertising Agency of Atlanta, Ga, gives us good service. and We are well pleased with 1t"
 J. K. Orr Shoe Co.,. g Auburn Ave, At lanta, Ga.-"The Massengale Agency has been handling our out of-town advertis- ing for about year. They have given us excellent service. They are enterprlslng and building up rapidly in their business. V
 Royal X Borden, Goldsboro N. C.-"The Massengale Advertising Agency Is very painstaking and has an able corps of attention. We cheerfully recommend him to any one wishing good. careful service in an advertising way"
 Charleston Mfrs, Jobbers and Bankers Association B. F. Mcleod, Pres, Charles ton, s. C-"Our association is well pleased with the service rendered by the Massengale Advertising Agency. We find It more satisfactory in many ways tl m to deal directly with newspapers our seves'
 Board of Trade. J. A. Faulkner. Sec, City of Lynchburg, Va.-"rhe Massengale Advertising Agency has been altogether and entirely satisfactory to us in all our relations covering three years"
 Gowan Medical Co.,. Durham, N c. "The Massengale Advertising Agency gives us very satisfactory results. They have the ability and keep their business on a high plane.
 Shuptrne Drug and Seed Co, 229 23l Congress St., Savannah, Ga we have been giving the Massengale Advertising Agency of Atlanta, Ga, the greater part
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
AT THE ROLLING MILLS.
Work Suspended emporarlly-PIants
 Will Be Improved.

The rolling mills of the Republic in Birmingham and Gate City have been closed down temporarily. It is given out that the suspension will continue two weeks The idleness is general with the exception of those men employed at the steel plant at the Birmingham mills. Dur ing the suspension of operations in the rolling mills it is the intention of the company to thoroughly repair and reno vate the plants
 It is said, too, that there is a prob ability of the plate mill resuming work when the whistles at the rolling mill are blown again.
 The Republics plant at the Birmingham m rolling mills was put in operation some few weeks ago, after an idleness of two years. This steel plant was the first suc- cessful one ever operated in the dis trict
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
FALL WAS FATAL.
Walter Sneed, Bridge Workman, Lost
 Ills Footing.

Walter Sneed, head workmen on the iron bridge of the Central of Georgia railroad over Black creek. at Henry Ellen. while setting one of the ties of the struc- ture fell from height, of forty feet and was killed. The skull was fractured and a leg and arm were broken. The body was immediately raised from the cut into which it had fallen, but death was almost Instantaneous.
 It Is said that Sneed lost his footing in raising the tie. The remains were brought to Birmingham and prepared for burial by Gaudin & Co. The wife of the deceased lives at Macon. She was tele- graphed, and 1t Is expected that the body will be shipped there today. The mother of the deceased lives in Florida.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Monthly Receipts and Expenditures

Washington July "A surplus of $2O.- O24,T72 is shown by the comparative state- ment of the government receipts and ex- penditures for the month of June, 19O6 as compared with June of last year, and a surplus of s26 .15O for the fiscal year ending June 30. 1906.
 During the month of June the total re- ceipts of the government were $55, ,367, ,0S1 i; the total expenditures. $35. 342, ,3O9.
 The receipts for the last month were
 From customs. s26. 259, ,265; increase $s,- 694. SIS.
 Internal revenue. s22,6o7,SS7 increase, $1, 804, ,S43.
 Miscellaneous sources, s6.5OO,4 ,42S; increase, $1, ,646, ,S4s.
 For the fiscal year ending June 3O 1906, the total receipts of the government were $594 ,91i14, and the total disbursements were s56S, 724,564 leaving a surplus for the year of $261S7.15O against a deficit for the preceding fiscal year of s23, 9S7652.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Mississippi Court Decisions.

Jackson. Miss. July 2-(Special.) 1.-The supreme court handed down the following opinions today:
 Mrs. Ella Williams vs. Yazoo and Mis- sissippi Valley railroad; suggestion over ruled.
 Wirt Adams, revenue agent. vs. G. M. Lane; affirmed; Green county.
 Mississippi Central railroad vs. G. NJ Tucker; affirmed Lawrence county Yazoo and Mississippi Delta Levee Board vs. Mrs. s. l.. McKie; affirmed. c. c. Comfort vs City of Kosciusko; re- versed. t,fsssstl ...f-s R. w. Guess vs J. c. Farrar. affirmed J. S. Anderson vs. Nellie Anderson; af- firmed; Amite county. ssc B.. F. Tyler vs. Bay St. Louis; affirmed; Hancock county.
 George Metcalf vs. Merchants and Planters bank; affirmed.
 Marvellous Thornton vs. City of Natchez; affirmed. yEff E. F. Cover ys. State: motion to rein state sustained and continued.
 Lloyd vs. Kansas City Memphis and Birmingham railroad; suggestion of error overruled
 Butterfield Lumber company vs. Scot tish Union Assurance company; affirmed. R. l.. Crook & Co. vs Merchants and Planters Packet company; affirmed. Tansey Cilsen vs. W. F. Coven; affirm ed.
 J. F. McDanel vs. Walter Hunt; ap- peal dismissed; Perry county.
 Mrs. Lena Boyd vs. Fidelity Mutual Life Insurance company: reversed.
  Mrs. Mary Mcintosh; affirmed Harrison county.
 Barrataria Canning company vs. John Ott; affirmed: Harrison county
 Southern Railway vs Samuel Wiley af- firmed
 Mississippi Central railroad vs. k. R. Hardy; affirmed; Perry county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
USE INDIAN WELLS
 ON NATAL NATIVES
ENEMY IS FINALLY DISPERSED WITH A LOSS OF 6Oo-VOLUN- TIERS SAVED ONLY BY ARRI- VAL OF THE REGULARS.

Durban, July 2--The Natal revolt con tinues to be serious. A heavy engagement occurred Sunday outside of Noodsberg, a small force of Natal volunteers tenn porarily being in a difficult position. and disaster being only averted by the timely arrival of the main body of volunteers. The rebels were finally dispersed with a loss of 600.
 Before the arrival of the main body, the commander of the small detachment encouraged his men with bood-curdling wells. similar to those of the Rough Riders as taken from Americas Indian ua
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
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 A southern agency that has made good to advertisers through honest meth ods. intelligent push and profitable knowl- edge of the advertising business is the Massengale Advertising Agency of At lanta, Ga. The concern has become a recognized fixture in southern business. From the moment when the Massengale agency was conceived there has been one nest notable feature to its credit ''an ( ! II to be decidedly on the level with its clients and the publisher"
 The Massengale agency Is not strictly a southern institution In It's scope of handling business. for its clients come from the east, the west and the north. As we write this the agency Is handling over fifty excellent accounts.
 An advertiser who gives more atten- ton to results attained rather than num- Der of accounts placed. might ask. But what of It's efficlency?" And a sensible question. too, in these days of merry hus- tie for the almighty dollars Newspaper dom. Investigating the many agencies throughout the country concerning their ability to return equitable results per dol lar of expenditure, put the Massengale people under the glass along with the rest. In no case did the agency get an unfavorable word. We couldn't say this of some of the agencies investigated, how ever Suppose we go over a few of the letters from the many letters received concerning the Massengale agency:
 The Coca Cola Co.,. r. NJ Robinson, Secretary, Atlanta, Ga The Massengale Advertising Agency, conducted our mag azine and religious advertising campaign last year and gave us most excellent sat isfaction. They gave careful attention to all the details and we think displayed marked ability and excellent judgment in the selection of the best mediums for our use and the preparation of the right kind of copy to bring results. They are cer- tainly entitled to a liberal share of credit for the remarkable success in our business during the year"
 Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. W. G. Cooper. Secretary. Atlanta. Ga-"As sec retry of he Greater Georgia association. did several thousand dollars worth of advertising through the Massengale Ad- vertislng Agency, and they handled 1t we'll"
 The c. F. Sauer Co., Richmond, Va "Whatever business we have entrusted to the Massengale Advertising Agency has been handled judiciously, and with uni form courtesy and promptness.''
 Hagan & Dodd Co.,. Manufacturers Red Rock" Ginger Ale. 214-216 Auburn Avenue, Atlanta Ga.-"We regard the Massengale Advertising Agency as the best one In the south and 1t will compare favorably with any one in the United States. No matter how much business We expect to do In the future, we will let the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Monthly Circulation Statement.

Washington, July 2-At the close of business on June 9O 1906, the total circu- lation of national bank notes, as indicated by a statement issued by the comptroller of the currency was $561 112, ,360. an in crease for the year of $65,392. 556, and an increase for the month of s1 .9S2, 100. The amount of circulation based on United States bonds was s5l7,S47,749. an increase for the year of s55,1 ,335 and an increase for the. month of s1,S11 ,603
 The amount of circulation secured by lawful money was S43, ,264, 611. an increa SC for the year of $1O,2l4219 and an increase for the month of $171, ,097
 The amount of United States bonds in deposit to secure circulating notes was $520, 625, ,210, and the amount of bonds on deposit to secure public deposits was S99 575 7og
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
He Predicted the Millennium.

Richmond, Va, July 2.-The Rev. w. c. Thurman, who predicted that the millennium would come in 1875 and whose prediction was believed by thousands of people, possibly half of whom were residents of Chicago, where he then lived, died in his city home here today, aged 86. He was a native of Albemarle county, Virginia. He was voluminous writer of pam phlets and books.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Taking Ones Ease at Ones Inn In
 New York"

Comfort without extravaganza" at the new, hrepfoof Hotel Woods tock. New York 025-l35 West Forty-third street. near Broadway and Times or Longacre Sauare). Here one enjoys a select hotel just far enough removed from Broadway to avoid all turmoil and noise and yet in the very heart of the city near al. theatres. clubs, etc. The subway IT. roads, Broadway cars, are just at hand. and all points of the city and railway sta tions can be quickly reached. This great hotel accommodates 500 Modern rooms near bath. Sl 50. Room. luxurious suites. with private baths, s2 up. Choice restau- rant; music.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Plan for Jamestown Exposition.

Washington, July 2-A meeting of the government commission designated to prepare for the United States participa- ton in the Jamestown exposition next year, will be held tomorrow. The commis- sion consists of Secretary Shaw, chair man, and Secretaries Taft and Bonaparte with Assistant Secretary Edwards of the treasury department as secretary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Monthly Statement of Mint.

Washington, July 2.-A statement issued by the director of the mint shows that during May. 1906, the total coinage ex- ecuted at the hints of the United States aggregated $2.o56,751, as follows:
 Gold. $1. .436.0 Silver, $324,924.
 Minor coins, $295, ,767.
 In addition one million pesos geld pieces were executed for the government of Mexico.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Mrs. winsIow's soothIno Syrup.

The best remedy for DIAPRHOEA. Sold by druggists in every part of the world. Be sure and ask for Mrs. Windows Soothing Syrup and take no other kind. Has been used for over FIFTY YEARS by MILLIONS OF MOTHERS for their CHILDREN WHILE TEETHING. with PERFECT SUCCESS It SOOTHS the CHILD, SOTTEN5 the GUMS. ALL4AY5 all Pain. CURES WIND COLIC. and is twenty-five cents . bottle.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Unknown Man Killed In Huntsville.

Huntsville, July 2.-(Special)-An un- known white man, about 70 years of age, was killed by switch engine in the Nash vile, Chattanooga and St. Louis yards this afternoon. The oldsman walked right up to the engine and was knocked down. The engine crew believes he committed suicide. About 500 people have viewed the body, but no one has yet identified him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
potted Chicken ereaks Up Picnic.

Columbus, Ohio, July 2.-Thirty-two peo- pie who ate pressed chicken sandwiches at the Ladies Aid society picnic at Jerome Saturday afternoon, were saved by doc tors. who worked over them for several hours with stomach pumps. The chicken was allowed to stand for two days in tin receptacles before 1t was eaten
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Killed Between Cars.

Meridian, Miss, July 2.--(SpeciaD.- Daddy Shack, an aged car repairer of the Northeastern, was horribly mangled at noon in the shop yards today He was caught between cars and four ribs and his back broken. Death resulted in a short time. He leaves widow and fam 1xr
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
New York Ice Men In Trouble.

New York. July 2.-The Board of Alder men today adopted resolution reduest- ing the district attorney to begin crimi- nal proceedings against the officers of the American Ice company for criminal conspiracy to, advance the price of ice.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Found Dead In Bed

Memphis, Tenn, July 2.--John Gar. nett of Pulaski, Tenn, was found dead in his bed at local hotel today. The county physician stated that his death
 was the result of an overdose of drugs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Pou Is RenomInatsd.

| Raleigh, N. C., July 2.-Edward Pou was l today renomnated here by the democrats 1 of the Fourth North Carolina district for | his fourth term In the national House l of Representatives.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Fairbanks ls at Home.

Indianapolis, Ind, July 2-The Vice President and Mrs. Charles w. Fairbanks arrived here at noon today They will spend the summer here and at their country place in Illinois.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Call Money Takes Jump.

New York. July 2.-Call money loaned at per cent on the stock exchange this afternoon. Opening at per cent 1t rose quickly to Gia and then Jumped to 8.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Shot for Alleged Assault.

Monroe, N. C., July 2.-J. w. Hill today shot and killed A. M. Burgess In this city. The cause of the shooting was an alleged criminal assault upon Mrs. Hill by Burgess Hill came here and surren- dered and Is in Jail without privilege of bail.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Oxford Takes Treaty Handicap.

Salem. N. H.. July 2-Jimmle Mcaugh- lin's Oxford captured the Police Treaty handicap at the Rockingham track to- day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Nebraska Takes Trial Trip.

Seattle, Wash, July 2.-The battleship
 Nebraska, on a builders trial today, made IS. .95 knots over the prescribed course of Point Beals.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
At Sheepshead Bay.

New York, July 2.-Hamburg Belle, mak- ing her first appearance of the year, and quoted at the prohibitive price of ? to :. easily won the Equality stakes, mle at sheepshead Bay today. Halifax led for five furlongs, when Miller sent the mare to the front and won by three lengths. Halifax was two lengths before Fancy Bird. The mile was run in 1:39 1-5.
 J. A. Bennett today sold Flip Flap to George Landon for $16OOO. Summary:
 First race. selling six and half fur longs, main course-Far West. no (Knapp), 15 to l. won; Rye. 109 (Miler), 2 to 1, second; Sir Russell, 103 (SewelD, 80 to 1. third. Time, 1:19. Second race mile and a furlong-Oli- yer Cromwell, 112 (Martn), to l, won; Orc ORourke, 102 (SewelD. to 1, second; Woodsman. 109 (knapp), to l, third. Time, 1 54 3-5.
 Third race five and one-half furlongs, futurity course-Botanist, 115 Qagan), 10 to 1, won; .Misgivings. 112 CIiller). to 1. second; Royal Breeze, 115 U. Hennessy). to 1, third. Time 1:07 1-5.
 Fourth race the Equality stakes. mile Hamburg Belle. 106 (Mller), to ', won; Halifax, 118 (Shaw), 16 to 5. second; Fancy Bird, Ill (L. Williams), 100 to 1, third kTime, :39 1-5.
 Three starters.
 Fifth race, five furlongs. futurity course. selling-Jaunty. 110 (Miller), 5 to ?. won; Miss Strome. no (Troxler), 9 to 2, second; Baringo, 110 (Knapp), ' to 2 third. Time. 102.
 Sixth race, mile and a half on turf Iancastrian, 1O4 (Afiller), to l. won; Our Sister, 104 CKnapp), to 1, second i; Samson, IA q. Hennessy). 30 to l, third. Time. 2:s4 2-5.
 Sheepshead Bay Entries.
 First race, five furlongs-Berkley, James Crawford Bert T.. Nigger Mike, Smiling Tom, Frank Gill. Ellisdale Linepee. All tonby, Boxer, Sandy Creeker. Royal Onyx, Arctic. Hardship, 112; Lady Pride, Manila, Horlxist, J. c. Core. Anna May, 109.
 Second race, mile-Mandarin, IA; Tiptoe, Brookdale Lymph. 105. !, Third race, Rockaway cup steeplechase, Hull course-Pure Pepper, 115; Game Cock. 12s; Divider, 135; Fl Cuchillo, 135; Long Run, 1892
 ,, Fourth race, five and half furlongs, futurity course-Montgomery, Dashaway 115; Rip Rap. General Sherman, Don Enrique, 112: Killicranlde. 105.
 Fifth race. handicap. mile and an eighth i--Eugenia Burch, 1l9; Blady Bed News, 65renade. IT; Logistilla. Agile, 116; Sam son, 107; Ironsides, 104; Maxnar. 103; Yorkshire Lad, 100; Cederstrome, Tartan, p7; A Muskoday, Ss.
 Sixth race. mile and sixteenth on turf, eelling-Lackey 109; Huntington, Onates, HOS; Angler, 107 Don't Ask Me, 10s; Blen- nenworth, 105; Lady Ellison, 1O4: John lu,yie. 1o2: Ad Bell. Prince Frederick, III; EFreckman. 9s: Amberjack. Janeta. ss; ,Flimnap, Sahara. 95: Bundo Gran, 102; Sir 'Caruthers, 9o
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
CASHIER IS ARRESTED.
Robert L. lvey Will Be Given Hearing
 In Anniston Today.

Talladega, July 2.-(Special )-Robert L. Ivey. cashier of the defunct Lineville Na- tional bank, was today arrested by Dep uty United States Marshal E. H. Hill. charged with violation os the national bank laws He will be given hearing to- morrow at Anniston before the United States commission at 2:s0 o'clock. N. L.. Steele assistant United States attorney and Silas II. F. Cooper, national bank examiner, will represent the government. It is expected that Ivy will employ coun- sel and that tbe case will have interest ing developments.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
Uniontown 4, Newborn 0.

Greensboro, July 2.-(Speeial) An inter- esting game of ball was played here to- day between teams from Newborn and Unlontown. It was the playing off of a tie on neutral ground, and as a good deal of rivalry exists between these teams. the prospects of a fast game attracted a good crowd to witness the contest. The game was snappy from start to finish, and although both teams played well, the superb pitching of David for Uniontown coupled with faultless support by his teammates enabled him to shut Newborn out by the score of to 0. Littlepage for Newborn pitched a good game, but a free pass and punched hits, together with two costly errors in the second, allowed Unontown to make three runs, which lead could never be overcome
 On July and the fast team from Jas per will play the Newborn boys two games al Greensboro Score by innings:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
HOSTETTER'S STOMACH 1ITTERS

will always cure and prevent Fiatu- Iency. Heartburn, Vomiting, Cramps, Dyspepsia. Dlarrhoea, Indigestion, Headache, Female IiIs or MaIarIaI Fever.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
THERE'S NOTHING
 LIKE HOSTETTER'S.

for toning and soothing the digestive organs, to restore the appetite, to open up the clogged bowels. or to induce sound, refreshing sleep. Thousands have so testified during the past 53 veara
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03
INTERNAL REVENUE FIGURES. Collections Show Large Increase Dur
 ing Fiscal Year Ending June 30.

The following data has been given out from the office of the internal revenue collector showing an increase in the re- ceipts during the fiscal year ending June 30 of sl15,5O4.75 over the preceding year:
 Collections for 1895. s325,2l9ls; for 1906. s44O,795 .93.
 The itemized receipts for the month of I,,na arc as follnua.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-07-03

THROUGH CARS TO EAST LAKE CASINO Leave corner Ed Avenue and 18th Street every evening at 500, SIP, SPA an d go through without step. There in time for the show-Quick travelling, this.