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The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
JACKSON ON TRIAL.
Charged With the Murder of Ills Step
 Mofher.

Charged With the Murder of Ills Step
 Mother.
 Huntsville. Feb. 4.-(SpsciaL )-The trial of Charles Jackson. charged with the mur- der of his stepmother. Mrs Mollie Jackson. at Taylorsyille, has begun in the Circuit Court
 Jackson pleaded not guilty and the State has introduced evidence to prove that Jack son struck the woman over the head with a broom stick, making a wound that caused her death a few minutes later. after she had struck him for teasing her child. The principal witness for the State is Charles Webster, who boarded at the Jackson home at the time of the tragedy. Jackson claims that the woman had a fainting spell and fell against blow. this resulting in her death. and that Webster. who was at first implicated in the case. Is trying to make 6 strong case against him 50 that he himself may be freed from blame.
 The murder or death of Mrs. Jackson occurred last November at her homo at Taylorsville. Not until after the body had been buried did the authorities hear that there was something unusual about her death, in that several bruises had been found on her head The body was exhum- ed, an inquest held and the woman's hus- band. J. F. Jackson. his son Charles Jack son and their lodger. Charles Webster. were held on charges of murder. At a prelimi nary hearing before a magistrate, the blame was fixed on young Jackson and the other prisoners were discharged.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25

days, and 1t was the unanimous opinioI of all present that a contract could and should be made at the very earliest possible moment with a new company and some relief afforded from the trials of the present system.
 pr. and Mrs George Brownellu enter. tained the Evening Card Club at their new home on Queen City Avenue Thursday evening, and ali who wers present report it a most delightful af- fair. The party was a George Wash ington affair and all the score cards prizes. etc. were in keeping with thls idea The house was most tastefully decorated and the refreshments, also carrying out the country's Father idea, were most elegantly served
 Mrs. Ella Leland entertained the Ket- tledrum organization at her handsome home on Greensboro street Thursday, afternoon. The colonial idea was also present in this entertainment and everything was after the colonial fash ion. An entertaining program was carried out. after which the guests were served with delicious two course luncheon.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
RECOMMENDATION OF RECEIVER
Jacques Loeb Will Pay Employees of
 Montgomery COOperage Company.

Jacques Loeb Will Pay Employees of
 Montgomery COOperage Company.
 Jacques Loeb, receiver for the Mont gomery Cooperage and Hardwood Com pany, which recently filed an involun tary petition of bankruptcy, yesterday made a report of the condition of the affairs of that company to United States Judge Thomas G. Jones.
 In the statement the receiver de- cIared that wages were due the en1- ployes of the bankrupt firm to the amount of s1013.11; that there is large quantity of material on hand, and also considerable amount of the manufactured product of the company. He recommended that he be empowered to pay the employees of the company. borrowing money for that purpose; that he he authorized to sell the manufact- ured product, and to manufacture the unfinished product or material, which is now on hand. He declared that there had been no default In the man. agement of the bankrupt concern
 After hearing the report Judge Jones ordered the recommendations of the re- ceiVer carried out.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
RALLY SERVICE.
SpecIaI Program Announced for To
 night at Clayton Street Church.

Special Program Announced for To-
 night at Clayton Street Church. A special rally service will be held tonight at the Cayton Street Methodist Church. at 7:30 o'clock.
 The program is as follows: Voluntary by the Choir.
 Prayer.
 Song-No 904 Gin the Hymnal)
 Fifteen minutes talk on the Home Department and the Cradle Roll, by song-No. 3Ss Gin the HymnaD.
 Essay-History of Jerusalem-Mtss Carrie Lou Knowles. solo-Face to Face-Mrs o. J. Leach. Fifteen minutes talk. What Constl- tutes a Sunday School Teacher-W. F.. Holloway
 Duet-My Mothers Rible-Mrs. 0. ' Leach and MT. R. G. Barry.
 Fifteen minutes talk-"The Respon- ability of the Parent in Making the Sunday School Success"-by the pas tor, Rev. E. c. Moore.
 Song-'The Old Wayside Cross" by the Baptist Male Quartette.
 Closing hymn. No. 132.
 Benediction.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
REVIVAL AT TROY.
Series of Meetings to he Held at th
 Efrnf NIafhOdiaA C,hnrcIl


 Series of Meetings to he Held nt the
 First Methodist Church.
 Troy, Feb. 24.-(SpeciaD-The will be a series of meetings at the First Baptist Church. commencing tomorrow at II a. m. Rev. T. T. Martin, an evan gelist from Texas and Rev J. r. Had ley will assist in carrying on the ser vices. Dr. W. D. Hubbard, pastor of the church. will make the announce meats in the morning as to the hours of ervice and other details.
 There is to be Sunday school room added to the First Baptist Church, bids hEVe been advertised for and the work is expected to begin very soon. The finish and architecture Is to be the same as the rest of the building
 A masquerade party was given at the skating rink last night and quite number attended. There were about fifty in costume.
 Mrs. s. c, Hyman has returned from a visit to Union Springs.
 Mrs, J. K. Dixon of Talladega is vis- iting her sister. Mrs. c. s. Tutwiler on North Three Notch Street.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25

This was the sentiment that anima- ted about fifty well known citizens of Montgomery, members of the Reserve Corps; Montgomery True Blues .S and and quet hall of Yung's restaurant last night to participate in the annual as- sembly of the organization, , ness meeting of the Reserve Corps at which Col. A. B. Garland was re-elect- ed president while protesting that the and other officers were elected by ac- clamation as follows: R. H. Davis, vice president; R. H. Jones, secretary torian and H. P. CandIer. keeper of the rolls.
 The business of the organization, bsans bbsyns w 6ssn e as arsass ing. Col B. M. washburn. president of the Survivors Association of the Blues, occupied the post or honor at the Durfee of the regular army sat at his left. The table was adorned with a huge nd exquisitely iced cake which 1t was announced had been presented to the corps by Mrs. c. A. Lomax, wife of a commander of the Blues and mother of Lieutenant of. the com Mrs Mrs. A. B B Garland. Before the happy party left the banquet hall a resolu- tion, drawn by Hartwell Douglass, ex- pressing the appreciation of the corps rps | ladies are held by its members. was passed
 lner was signalized by a brief address of greeting by Colonel Garland. He said the party had come together as comrades, friends and citizens of great State and as representatives or one of the grandest old military com panies that ever served any State. The party had assembled, he said, with love in their hearts for. everyboay ana es- pectally for themselves.
 Colonel Garland spoke with tender regard of the absent ones and at the close of his remarks the Secretary, MT: Jones, read letters and telegrams or regret at their inability to be present from E. F. Besson. of New York, Louis Dunlap, of Mobile, George l.. Candler, Birmingham. Michel Kirtland, of New in Las Vegas, N M The message from Dr. Andrews bore the good news that he expects to return to Montgomery
 The members of the corps then fell to a splendid dinner during the pro- gress of which many happy speeches troducing the speakers in his mimi
 The toasts were as follows: ..:Tt "The Army Capt. L. L. Durfee, The Blues Capt F. F. Baber, The First Sergeant" Ernest Alley. ~old Sport Davis" ELI R Fl DAVIS, Money, t1dTIWGli OOu6IdSSs He's a Good Fellow" H. P. Candler, who read an original poem lampoon-- ing every member of the corps. and The Press" by a representative of The Advertiser. Among the other speakers were W. T. Savage. George McGough, B. H. Brown. William F. Weiss, Capt. Harry Stringfellow of Birmingham. Capt R. g. Teague. Judkins Powell Duncan May P. H. Walker, Sam T. Surratt, J. H. Foster and John A. Min his.
 A committee consisting of Duncan May, B. H. Brown and c. B. Parish. reported a resolution eIoquently eulo- gizing the late James P. Bullock, a member of the Corps. and it was adopt ed by a rising vote.
 The occasion was delightful in Its informality. The old soldiers waved all ceremony and everybody, young and old, was Tom and Jim" and Jack" and Bob" The invited guests Of good fellowship and they will re- member the Reserve Corps dinner as one of the happiest occasions of this winter.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
Mrs, Hobart ia AttractIve.

Mrs. Garret A. Hobart, widow of the Vice-President. is in Washington, where she will remain for some weeks. Pos- sessing a figure almost as slender as girls, but with the grace of raatron- hood giving stateliness. naturally Mrs. Hobart gowns herself as near to the point of perfection as mere mortal may. Her hair is now almost white, but her complexion Is still of milk and roses. She has also that best treasure of middle life-a sunny temperament and a love of young folk. On state oc- casions she always is seen in velvet. Cray. white and electric blue are her favorite hues. In a sweeping robe of white chiffon velvet, with diamonds and lace. she impresses beholders.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
Threw Rocks at Alderman.

Anderson Long, a negro, was before Judge Dan A. Greene today in an eff fort to get his bond reduced, he having been bound over to the grand jury by Judge Feagin in the Inferior Criminal Court, on a charge of assault with a weapon. The negro is accused of at tempting to assault Alderman " Jones with a rock and at the trial he was held to the grand jury in the sum of s200. It Eeems that Alderman Jones heard some noise in front of his house. and upon investigation found that negro is also charged with picking up a rock and throwing 1t at Alderman
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
Visitor to Florence.

Florence, Feb. (special) Lieu tenant F. c. Gullette, 1T. s. A, is vis- iting his brother Captain J. E. Gull lette, of the Wheeler Rifles. Lieuteu- ant Gullette, though recently stationed at Ft. Meyer, Washington, has seen several years of active service In the Philippines and will shortly return there He has taken part in a number of engagements with the natives and been wounded several times. Leuten- ant GulIette's rise from the ranks was due to bravery and individual merit and he will soon return to the Philippines to assume his duties as second lieuten- ant In the Philippine scouts.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
DEBATE IN ABBEvILLE.
Railway Rates are Argued By StudentI
 of School.

Abbeville, Sept. Especial )-There was a debate last night between the Morgan and Franklin Societies of the discussion was: Resolved. That rali- way rates should be regulated by the Government" Walter Brinks and Luther Dunn of the Franklin Society discussed the affirmative side of the question, while J. w. Rish and T. M. Fleming discussed the negative.
 pr. L. Hendricks, R. w. Miller and w J. Ward were selected as judges for the occasion Able and convincing ar gument was made by all the young men who spoke. In fact, the manner in which this important question was
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
n.. serrice Men.

E. P. McAdams. chief of the United States secret service bureau in this city. has re-
 turned from two months absence in North Carolina where he has ben representins the ,,o,.srnr,ant in the prosecution and convic- lion of a number of deputy collectors. store keepers @ and gaugers and deputy marshals charged with being in eollusion with dis tiIlers in that State in schemes to defraud the government out of revenue A most thai state and at the term of court just closed clos, at Greensboro three collectors were cony,cted. while seven cases were continued
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
Carnegie WiII Contribute,

Huntsville, Ala, Feb. 24.-(SpeciaD- Andrew Carnegie has written Presi- dent w. H. Council of the Agricultural and Mechanical college at Normal that he will furnish the money necessary, above the insurance for the rebuilding of the Carnegie library that was re- cently burned. This means that MT Carnegie will give about S6000 for re- 6nce @ being ss.O0o and the e original build ing established With money donated by MT Carnegie costing $12,000 The new building is already in process of con struction and brickmasons among the students are furnishing the labor
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
New Trial Denied.

James Kirby, who was convicted recently of the killing of William Fuller. at wylam. and sentenced to serve term of eight years. was today denied a new trial. Exceptions were based on certain evidence that was all lowed to go to the jury. It Is understood that the case will be appealed to the Su- preme Court. Kirby is well-liked at the county jail and is allowed every privilege possible. He is confident that the Supreme Court will give him a new trial.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
CouId Stand q Gnna nenl.

An Italian resident of Tennessee has been having tobacco dispute with Congressman John Wesley Gaines, and threatens to defeat that gentleman at the next Congressional election. On hearing of this MT. Gaines remarked gently: Defeat me? Why, if that apparition appears in my district will shoot him full of holes and kill him every day for a week, if necessary" T surely commiserate the gentleman after the third day" said Congressman Cousins, who stood near by.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
SUITS FOR DAMAGES
FIRST OF THE VIRGINIA CITY
 CASES NOW BEING HEARD.
More Than Hundred on the pocket. Each Seeking to Recover $2O,O00 to s3O,O0O--MaDy Witnesses
 to Be Heard.

Birmingham, Feb 24.-(Special. )-- After five days of presenting pleadings and demurers in the City Court the in the case of Rachel Nelson, adminis- tratrix, vs. the Alabama Steel and Wire Company, was placed on the sunred b5aaG 5oaay and more TRes suits for damages for deaths which resulted from an ex- plosion in the Virginia City Mines on fEs9aussS from ssSOoS SS to os9s soe eaoh @
 The first witness was Edward Flynn. President of the Alabama District or ganization of the United Mine Work CTS of America, who went to Virginia City immediately after being notified of the accident and who led the. force or reseurers He gays glbapniG tbs n,nes ne when entrance was finally made Into the ill-fated place several hours after the explosion, h9w dead np Doufes trs oi ans turned over, tram tracks torn up and other damage wrought in the mines.
 ton after mdfop 5HF the to exeluSe testmony being offered by the witness on the grounds of irrelevance. etc: There are a number of witnesses to De examined sd this trial will have considerable erect on the other cases brought for the same accident a strong nght IS being twelve men were killed in the explo- sion at the Virginia City last year and suit for damages has been filed against the operating company for each death besides other suits
 A large fund was raised by citizens of Birmingham, the county and the State for the relief of the families of the unfortunate victims This money was distributed by a committee of which Dr. John w. Stagg, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, and Rabbi M Newfeld, of Temple Eman- uel. were the principal workers. The money was so divided that donation was made monthly and there is yet a surplus for distribution. The court room Is filled with relatives of victims, friends of the victims and others in- terested in the case.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
Sentence Day.

This was, sentence day in both di- visions of the criminal court. In the first division sentence was passed upon the following: Archie Lee, grand lar ceny, two years at hard labor: Maggie Jackson and Pearl Howard. grand lar ccny, one year each at hard labor; Charles Henderson, petty larceny, six months at hard labor.
 The following were sentenced in the second division; W. M. Berry violating revenue laws, twenty days at hard la bor; Alice williams assault and bat tery, ten days at hard labor.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25

tration' and Is member of the board of county commissioners of the county, having been elected to that office as a Democrat. In addition to those two of- nces he is justice of the peace, being elected to that office as an independent candidate. He is also public school trustee for the precinct.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
SIkes Imnrovinr.

Albert sikes. who was accidentally shot while waiting for an electric car at FairvieW Thursday night. Is resting we'll today and nc serious results are anticipated. The bulle' has not been located. but his condition is very encouraging. The parents of the boy are much exercised over the affair. but are grateful that 1t was no more serious. Sikes will be confined to his room for some time.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
Pine Plant Strike o1

of the Central Foundry Company's pipe plant and the company at Bessenner have been settled and all the men will return to their work Monday morning. The men went out on strike because of the appointment of w. E. Nichols as superintendent. The men objected to MT. Nichols, claiming that he believed ir small wages. Exactly what settle understood that MT. Nichols will not be superintendent of the plant Two hundred men went out when the an- nouncement was made that Mir. Nichols would be superintendent.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25

A Maine paper recently attributed to General Miles the familiar saying that the only good Indian Is a dead Indian. General Miles, who knows Indians bet ter than most people who speak i'll of them, promptly wrote that he was never the author of any such inhuman brutal and ruthless statement"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
rha ArI,nnaaa ot Nntcbez.

Natchez. Miss, Feb 24.-The United States monitor Arkansas arrived at this port this afternoon and anchored In the middle of the river. where she will re- main until the mardi gras celebration which opens Monday next.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
RetIremeDt of CbadwIcl

Washington, Feb 24-Orders were promulgated at the Navy Department today announcing the retirement on February 2S of Rear Admiral F E Chadwick, who commanded Rear Ad- miral sampson's flagship during the war with Spain.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
An omciaI "Jiner.o

The most important person in Fort Hancock, Tex. is George Ross. who holds more public offices probably than any man in the country. He Is post master of the town, receiving his ap- pointment from Republican adminis-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
BIDS WANTED.

Sealed proposals. in duplicate will be re- eeived until 13 o'clock non. Monday. March 10, ls0s. by the City Treasurer of Montgom- sry, Ala. for furnishing the City of Mont gomery with one City Service truck. with wise fully equipped, with Channel Steel Frame, with or without rubber tires. Also one combination wagon with forty (40) gal lon chemical tank. with twenty (20) foot extension ladder and roof ladder. City re- serves the right to reject any and all bids.
 R. S. WILLIAMS.
 City Treasurer.
 su-We ed
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
Many Candidates for Legislature.

Half a dozen candidates have already an nounced for the Legislature from Jefferson County and the indications that no less than R dozen others are grooming and will make their announcements before long. W. T. Stewart. an attorney. is among the lat est to be "button-holinR' friends.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
FataIIy Hurt By Car.

c. H. Keith, transfer man, was struck by an electric car today and fatally hurt. He was driving in a wagon across the car track when the vehicle was hit and the driver was thrown in front of the car. He has a large family.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25

Ladles--DOn't you need a pair of rubber gloves to wear at hOme9 They are imperviOus to water and keep the hands soft and white. 73c and 97c per pair
 McGehee Bros, Moses Building.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS.

Sealed proposals will be received at the office of Frederick Ausfeld. Architect, Moses Building, Montg tgomery Ala, 10th day of March, 1908, for the erection of two-story brick veneered residence. according to plans and specifications on file in the architects and all bids sumo
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25

Ladies-DOn't you need a pair of rubber gloves to wear at hOmes They are impeFviOus to water and keep the hands soft and white. 73c and 97c per pair
 McGehee Bros. Moses Building.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25

sHot aIr'' is useless in talking for the other fellows goods to the man who has used Daybreak Fertilizers.
 MARKS X GAYLE.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
ATTENTION BATTERY B." FIRST ARTILLERY. A. N. c.

You are hereby ordered to report at your arnory tomorrow (Mondayl at D. m., sharp, for annual inspection. Positively no excuse. By order of
 SAM ROSwALD,
 Captain 1st Artillery
 Commanding Battery B. EfEoRGE MUNICH.
 list Sergeant.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25

"HOt air" 10 useless in talking for the other fellows goods to the man who has used Daybreak Fertilizers.
 MARKS & GAYLE. .
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
TRUE BLUES TRUE
OLD TIME MEMBERS OF FAMOUS
 COMPANY AT DINNER.
Col. A. B. Garland Re-Elected Presi- dent of Reserve Cc=ps-Splendid Banquet Enjoyed By the
 Members.

Dear old True Blues. dear old True
 Blues. Thy sons will ne'er forget The Golden haze of former days Are round about us yet."
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
s Suit ak
 Humber Two

Hurley passed up" all domestic fabrics this season as he found the imported ones so very fine in weave, so fetchingly attractive in patterns, so well shrunk, and so ar tistic in tones and color combina- tions.
 The various shades of grey will be the most sought Tor tones, and worsted and cheviots will be the most popular weaves this season.
 Large fancy plaids ever shep- herd plaids. novelty checks and multi toned stripes with an extra touch of smartness will be in vogue in designs.
 You can easily imagine that you are up against a London exposi tion of fabrics when you drop in to Hurleys shop, and you'll be wise if you select soon,-every day several patterns are laid aside for the early birds"
 There's no need to tell you any thing about the art that goes into the make up of a Hurley suit.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
Mr MeAaa

until the next term. Mir McAdams has been informed since his return that there is considerable similar work fin prospectgfor him in this State.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25

Dr. Prices Celery Food. 4 Perfect Food =. ... -. .1Oc Box
 BROCK GROCERY co.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25

These days of yore will come no more But through our manly years. The thought of you, so good, so true
 Will fill our eyes with tears.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25
No. 1755.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
Of First Meeting.

Of First Meeting. In the District Court of the United States. for the Middle District of Alabama- In Bankruptcy.
 Tn the matter of Scott. alias Sam. Brothers. Bankrupt, Post Office Montgomery County Montgomery, Alabama. The aforesaid party having been adjudgeI a Bankrupt under the Act of Congress en- tenn of Bankruptcy throughout the Unified Statss." approved July 1st, 1898, a meeting of the creditors of the said Bankrupt is caii9 ed at the office of the undersigned Referee in the United States Court House MontromS cry. Alabama, on the 10th day Of March next, at 10 o'clock a. nl.. to make proof of debts and for the election of a Trustee. ami such other matters as are necessary and re ouired by the Act of Congress aforesaid
 ASA E. sTRATToN,
 Referee. Montgomery. Ala. February 24th. 1sOs.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25

The man who knows, wants Day break Fertilizers.
 MARKS & GAYLE.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-02-25

Dr. Prices Celery Food. A Perfect Food ... ... =. .1Oc BOX
 BROCK GROCERY co.