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The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
BY PURCHASE on EXCHANGE.
.yapan May Secure POsaession of the
 phtYsmusuea.

Japan May Secure Possession of tho
 Philippines.
 Birmingham. England. Special Cable to
 The New Orleans Times-Democrat. The correspondent of The post at London, who has unique sources of news in regard to dIpIomatic affairs. today telegraphs:
 .."There is growing belief in we'll informed quarters that Japan may acc uuire the Philippines by purchase or Exchange The Idea has strongly sug- gested itself to the American authori- fies, and 1t Is not impossible that the nroposal which 1t is known has been made to America by Japan. though 1t may be officially denied, will be se- riously considered at Washington"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21

CTS combined with his superior knowl- edge of palmistry and occult forces en- ables this wonderful man to read the lives of his fellow creatures from in- fancy to old age with unerring accur- acy.
 WITHOUT ASKING
 a question; without having any natural means of knowing who you are or what you came for. he tells you who you are and just what you want to know. giv- ing names, dates. facts and figures; he tells you of friends. enemies, and rivals: tells you whom and when you will marry. in fact everything.
 Endorsement from great peo- pie from nearly all civilized parts of the earth His experience and knowledge of life Is broad, deep and profound and when united with his su- perior knowledge of palmistry and his marvellous powers of clairvoyancy 1t makes him all that he claimE to be.
 THE PEER OF ALL LIFE READERS.
 He gives advice on business, specu- lation. investment, insurance. love- courtship. marriage and divorce; set ties lovers quarrels, reunites the sep arated. causes speedy and happy mar riages with the one of your choice, the earth reveals to him the hidden treasures of her bosom; he locates mines. settles old estates, interprets dreams, tells of your friends and ene- r,ies removes evil influences. gives re- liable advice in all affairs of life.
 SPECULATION AND INVESTMENT ara matters in which great caution should be taken.
 Professor Baxter never allows natron to make a failure, for he takes time to explain just how losses may occur. thereby saving many from ruin. You should make no investment until votl consult him. and he will tell you just what to do.
 Professor Baxter fully appreciates the responsible position in which he has been placed and asks those who have been imposed upon, humbugged and deceived by interruptions. unedu- cated persons (who are claiming this Divine gift of Clarvoyancy or knowl- edge of palmistry) not to despair, but to come and be convinced that he can and will help you
 IF YOU ARE SICK Professor Baxter can tell you at glance the cause and cure for your dis cage. He cures all chronic and long standing diseases that have baffled the medical doctors skill. Professor Bax- ter gives a written guarantee with all work that he undertakes. $500 con- sultation reduced to $1-oO. Hours 10 a, m. to p. m.
 Office and Residence v So.
 Lawrence St. Three Doors Above Advertiser Building
 Everything Strictly Private.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
For Robbing Trunks.

A. P. New, special agent Of the Southern Railway here, this morning arrested a white tramp at Marion Junc- tion for robbing a drummer's trunks at Greensboro last night. The tramp was taken to Greensboro where the robbery occurred and will be tried there. It Is said that the trunks robbed were packed with samples of clothing and that the thief took sew eral articles from each one of them.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
Meeting of Book Club,

Miss Ellen Stewart was hostess on Saturday afternoon for the members of the West End Book Club. Miss Nina Lamar was leader for the after noon and the subject under discussion was The German School. Miss Boggs had a paper on Durer and Miss Marion Melvin read an interesting paper on Hans Hamlein the Younger
 After a discussion of the papers dainty refreshments were served.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
A Chnfinr DIsh Luncheon.

Miss Nina Lamar was the delight full hostess on Friday evening at z chafing dish luncheon when she en- tertained a number of her friends at her parents home on Church Street In the center of the pretty round table was large vase of pink carnations. Several delicious courses were served every other one being prepared on the chafing dish. Instead of the usual place cards large round tissue paper affair from which hung pink and blue ribbon streamers was brought and the ladies drew the pink ribbons to which tiny dolls were attached, while the men drew the blue ones and found tied to them pretty little horns.
 Those present were: Miss Lamar and Edgar Russell, Miss Bessie Ward and Harold Brown. Miss Genevieve Smith and Bowie Smith, Miss Alexina Hooker and Blonde Perrin, Miss Marion Melvin and Joe Lamar, Miss Ellen stewart and John Carothers, Miss Julia BarnweIi and Jim Craig. Miss Sarah Morgan and Joe Baker.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
Death of Child

This morning at the home of Mir. and Mrs w. D. Baton on Dallas Street occurred the death of their in- fant son, Hendrick Tony Baton. The little fellow had been sick for short while and his death came as quite a shock to the parents The funeral ser vices took place from the family res idence this afternoon at 4 o'clock.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
Returned-nror RiIIa

The grand jury of the City Court, which has been in session during the past week made another partial report today before ad1ourning for the week. and returned thirty more true bills. The thirty returned today with the twenty-eight returned during the week makes fifty-eight indictments for the week.
 It is said that a number of the true bills returned are against persons 1T the county operating blind tigers So- licitor Thompson is making a deter. mined effort to rid the county of blind tigers and In this undertaking he is receiving the approval of the citizens.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
V M. C. A. Noten.

The meeting for men this afternoon at 3:30 o'clock will be addressed by the Rev w. T. Swain. Special music will be furnished by a male quartette. composed of Messrs. E. M. Pace, I. R. Eskew, J. F. Rosser and W. E. Martin. All men will be welcome.
 All members of the association who possibly can be present, are requested to meet In the auditorium on Monday. January 22. at p. n,, for the purpose of attending to very important mat ter of the railway branch of this as- sociation.
 The board of directors will meet immediately at the close of the mem- bers meeting for the purpose of elect ing officers for the ensuing year.
 4 meeting of the Ladies Auxiliary will be held at the association build ing on Monday, January 22. at 4 p. m As this meeting is of great im- portance every members is urged to be present.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
MeetlnE of -Cnrd club.

On Wednesday, morning Mrs. Clarence Ogie was the charming hostess Tor the members of the Bridge Whist Clup and a few other friends at her home on Fremont street. The parlors were tastefully decorated with ferns and cut flowers At conclusion of the games delicious refreshments were served
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21

were her guests. For the occasion the room was prettily adorned with,palms and carnations. Mrs. George Cunning ham won the trophy. a lovely water color. After the games a two course luncheon was served.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
Dtr. Iawriea Eutertoiped.

Mrs, Louie Jefries relfghtfuily en- tertained at cards Friday afternoon at her handsome home on Alabama street, when the members of the Bid Euchre Club and a number of other friends
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
Dissolution of Partnership.

Notice Is hereby given that the partner ship lately subsisting between Junius !. Pierce and Benjamin F. Hardernan under the flrm name of Pierce & Hardeman was dissolved by mutual consent on the 13th day Of January, 1906 All debts owing to the said co-partnership are to be received bv the said Benjamin F. Hardeman, and all demands of the said partnership are to be presented to him for payment. at their former place Of business. No. 22 South Per- ny Street. Montgomery, Alabama.
 JUNIUS J. PIERCE.
 BENJ. F. HARDEMAN, To the public. I am conducting the Real conducted by the firm of Pierce & Har1e- man at 22 South Perry Street, where I shall bs pleased to see and transact any and all business with our customers and intended patrons. Very respectfully,
 BENJ HARDEMAN,
 22 South Perry Stret.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
FOR R0BBNG CARS
NEGRO HOY ARRESTED BY THE
 SELMA POLICE.
Alleged That He Is Member of . Gang Which Has Been Eater
 ing Southern FreiGht
Advertiser Bureau.

Selma. Jan zU.
 Willie Mays. alias Bill Dooley, ne- gro boy. who has been wanted ny .hs M police for robbing freight cars, nas been landed in jail Mays is apou, seventeen years old but Is quite w, known in police circles It Is alleged that he is one of the gang which made freauent raids on the freight cars m the yards of the Southern Railway. The case against the youthful tniel will be heard in police court Mon day.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21

Mrs John T. Buhler and two little daughters. Louise and Majorie. left on the Nettie Quill this afternoon for Tasso. where they will spend several weeks.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21

Judge Paynter, the new Kentucky Senator was too young to serve Tn the Civil War and he is the first Senator of that kind to represent the Blue Grass State since AppomattoX.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
Social and Personal.

Miss Kathryn Milhous has invited a number of friends to play euchre at her home on Selma street on next Tuesday morning.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
BULK PICKLES.

Imported DiIls, ManEoes. sweet and sour cuCumbers, sweet and sour mixed: Let us have your order for any of the above
 Brock Grocery Co.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
A Birthday Party.

The home of MT. and Mrs. Bruce Beveridge was scene of much merry making Friday afternoon when their little son, John Bruce, had number of his friends to come and spend the afternoon with him, the occasion being the celebration of his fourth birthday The color scheme was pink and white A large birthday cake trimmed with pink icing, on which burned four pink candles, stood in the center of the ta. ble, while at each end of the table were candelabra in which burned pink can dles beneath pink shades. The table was laden with good things to eat and at each guests plate was a small bag filled with pink and white bonpons. Several pretty gifts were received by the little host. Those present were little Misses Annie Agee, May Hooper Bishop, Emma Herndon Agee. Wirhem- ena Gary, Isabelle Turner, Louise Vaughan. Florence Grey Vaughan, Jac- queline Dansby. Clarence Agee, Robert Turner, John Bruce Beveridge, George Privet, William Watkins Vaughan.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21

Mrs Norman Webb of Birmingham is in the city visiting Mrs. L. W. Hub bard.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
Flames fin n Closet Caused Estimates

The fire department was called by Hanrick street. where the two story house occupied by N, s. Harris and c. J. Bird had caught fire from an un-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
News i'm Brief

RICHARD Powell, negro arrested Friday night by Patrolmen Bush and Meek on a charge of carrying a con- cealed weapon was fined $50 and costs by Recorder Baber when he was ar raipnsd yesterday afternoon. In de- fault of the payment of his fine he will work out his time on the city streets.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
HANRIcK STREET FIRE.

J F. Milhous spent today in tho city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
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MASONIC NOTICE.

MASONIC NOTICE.
 ag special communication of N Monfg gomery Lodge. No. Ii, A. EA F. and A. Masons will be held A on Monday evening Jan. 22. at &# Ae. 2 o'clock sharp.
 & &E Work in E. A., F. C., and M EExxWN M. Degrees. Refreshments. Members Of Andrew Jackson
 Lodge. No. 173, and visiting bFN1tiren are fraternalfy invited "a attend. na exdes of the ". M.
 wm. H. pIEGLEY, Secretary.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21

Nothing but fertilizers, cotton and money, mighty good things. Get in line-DAYBREAk FERTILIZERS and High Grade Acid PhOsphates,
 If. MARKS X GAYLE.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
ToTax Payers

The law requires all Taxpayers to as- eeas their property on or before the first Monday in February of each year. At that time any assessment not re- turned to the Tax Assessor, must be charged with a penalty of per cent,
 A. II. EUBANK.
 Tax Assessor, Montgomery Co.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS.

Sealed proposals will be received until fl o'clock a. nl.. January 30th. for additions and alterations to Montgomery tail accord lnr to plans and specifications prepared by rrank Lockwood. Architect. and oa file at his office. The right is reserved to reject any nr all bids.
 Board of Revenue for Montgomery County
 by M. B. HOUGHTON. swed-sti-5t President.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21

AN interesting meeting Is announced for Court Street Methodist Church next Thursday. a Mothers Meeting" The pastor will address the mothers of the congregationon important matters,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
BIDS WANTED.

sealed proposals in duplicate will be re- eeived by the undersigned until l2 o'clock, noon, Monday. February 5th 1906. for fur nlshing the City of Montgomery, Alabama, with one CD Number three (3) Steam Fire Fsngine. City reserves the right to reject
 ',s R s. WILLIAMS.
 yan-1s-20-21-2s City Treasurer.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
Notice Of Final Settlement.
me state of Alabame )

rhe State Of AlabamF ) ,-. ,,..-.
 nfantgomery County
 1cftes is hereby given that Christopher ssiisy has this day filed his account and s9seaTsfration of the estate of Patience P. Essiev. deceased. aro that the 29th day of Tenusry. 1908. has been appointed a day for s%ss estven under my hand this the 6th day of --..srSr 1eOe ! B GASTON,
 SLt~S Judge of ProhasA
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21

Wall Papers, Pictures Framed, Stamping. 104 Ia Dexter Avenue. Up Stairs.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
TIE BEST CUT FLOWERS

Loose or made up in designs, fresh and fragrant; funerals or weddings.
 R0SEMONT GARDENS, x00 Dexter Ave. Phone 200.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21

THE following notaries public have been named by the Governor: B. F. Hardeman, Montgomery; Miss Hattie M Brocker, New Decatur; J. C. Burns Bay Minette
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21

The extraordinary clairvoyant pow CTS combined with his superior knowl- edge of palmistry and occult forces en- ables this wonderful man to read the lives of his fellow creatures from in- fancy to old age with unerring accur- acV
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21
ygM ESagsggY
FOR SHERIFF.

FOR SHERIFF. hereby announce myself a candidate for kHe Examination for Sheriff of Montgomery E Gornty. subject to the action of the Demo- cratic Eary. s. S. BELSER. a
 FOR SHERIFF. am candidate for the Democratic nom nation for Sheriff of Montgomery County. 9nu ask the support of the Democratic vot- CTS at ths coming primary.
 JACK TAYLOR
 FOR SHERIFF. hereby announce myself candidate for # xh8 npmination for Sheriff of Montgonery County. subject to the action of the Demo- < <raktc primary.
 GEORGE M. POWELL
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-01-21

And now the leather-covered sphere
The Lee County journal. (Leesburg, Ga.) 1904-19??, 1906-12-14
Personal and
Lo c a /. * ~

Mr.. Tom W. Love, paid Albany a bus-
ness visit Monday.
Col. Ware G. Martin, was among the
visitors to Albany Monday.
MSssrs. G. A. NSsbitt, and J. B. Tyler,
visited Albany on BUSINESS Tuesday,
Mr.. Charlie Lockett, Of Leslie, paid this
city a business visit Tuesday.
Mr.. S. w. Martin, of Brunswick, visited
friends and relatives here several days this
week. Mr. Martha was formerly Lee cSun
ty boy, and his many friends are all glad to
haze him with them again.
Mr.. W. C. Rutland, paid Albany a bust
ness visit Wednesday.
Mrs. Leila Watson, was anOng the shop
ping visitors to Albany Wednesday.
Mrs. Jennie Terry, was shopping in Alba
ny Monday.
Dr. H. Smith, of Smithvills, paid this city
a business visit Thursday,
Dir. Ira Cook, Of Albany, paid this city a
business visit Tuesday.
Mr.. !. P. Cooke, Of Armenia, was in the
city Thursday. Mr. Cooke informs US that
on January 1st there be another enterprise
for the town Of Armenia, which will be known
as the Armenia Lime Works, with capacity
Of ESQ barrels per day.
Mr.. and Mrs. D. D. Hall, were shopping
in Albany Thursday.
Colin Hall, visited Albany Tuesday after
noon.
Lon Powell, of Albany visited this city
Tuesday.
Miss Ethel Bass, Of near Dawson, has
been the attractive guest Of Mrs. F. M.
Minis for several days.
Miss Mabel Haigler, Of Daneyille, has been
the guest of Miss Lois King for several days
this week
Mr.. Ed Young of Albany visited this city
Tuesday.
The Lee County journal. (Leesburg, Ga.) 1904-19??, 1906-12-14
Grateful Appre-
citation

Is being, and will continue to be shown by
the citizens Of AnericuS ana vicinity for the
fact that we have now lscated In our midst
one vho, for more than twenty years has
given his time 10 the study and treAtRent
of chronic diseases; one who has gained his
experinee AMI knowledge In the laSEsst hos
pitfalls Of New York and other large cities Of
the north. Especially during the past fifteen
years has he nade vast researches In tae
electrical h0ld, and he comes TO as with all
the up-tO-dAte electrical devices for the SIC
cesSfuI treatment Of the many chronic dise1s-
es the medical profession have conceded can
net be cured by drugs alone.
Dr.. ChaS. Z. McCandlisS, for this is the
name Of taiS specialist, mas secured for his
permanent location a Sdite Of rooms over the
Davenport drug store, where any one Glilet-
cd can now receiYs electric treatment In any
of its various branches without an expensive
, trip 10 Ne" York or some otner large city.
In onection with this other scienuhy dis
! coYerieS and inventions, Or. McCan1liss has
equipped his own office with the following la
test improved electrlc apparatl; Static, Fara-
die or GalYaniC Electricity, X-ray, Violet
Rays, Ultra Violet Rays, Electric YlDratorS
inhalation Apparatus, NebuIizers, Ozon'
ConceatratorS, HiEn Frequency Currents and
tc.
The doctor pays special attention to such
diseases as catarrh, asthma, bronchitis, con-
sumption, swollen joints, rheumatism, Ium-
bago, Sciatica, heart, stomach, liver, kidney
and Bladder troubles. Also blood and skin
diseases, cancer, tnmors, eczema, piles, ifs
tula, and all rectal troubles, epilepsy, and
etc. The Doctor also gives special attention
to diseases peculiar to women, ana for such
diseases has a lady in attendance. You
will find his card in another column in next
issue. From Americas Times Recorder.
ad 1t
The Lee County journal. (Leesburg, Ga.) 1904-19??, 1906-12-14

Policeman Walden, of Albany visited this
city on business Friday.
Mr.. G W. Paul of Adams, paid this city
business visit Friday.
Mr.. jesse Hall. of Albany, paid this city
visit Friday.
only 10 more days until Christmas, now
is the time to advertise your Christmas
goods.
The Lee County journal. (Leesburg, Ga.) 1904-19??, 1906-12-14

A bit 81 vanity en- her part, but We don't
blame her. Il is this way she just pur-
chased one o our FINE LORGEETTES
an she wants to th0w it or Wa have
it's nate snd you'd iiks yos TO bpy il
Wen make it reasonable and yoa'leb
pleased. Aside from our lorgnstleS We
have a variety Of field glasses. Also the
lat gest supply Of eyo glass;, and sPscta-
eles OF any house in Ga. Come in and
look them over,
DR.. c, 1. Hutchinson, Oculist' and Al
anys Leading Opticiau.
Davis Exchange Bank Building.
The Lee County journal. (Leesburg, Ga.) 1904-19??, 1906-12-14

tAGss 1sstsa @Oa', RsGolas SAssgs. o
Gle's Grain lOlish, 90 SSe
satin Calf, gsOd vSlseS So Is
Saccsss Plain Tee, Comferts, 6 20 4S
~ "Fansua" Ladies ChOes maas hy
HaWhlns aaG CO, DlEsrSst styles, a.
Everett SAes Co.'S liue Of ladies aas
yAoss, Vici or P4tsat Isathe' Latest
SSsp~ Regular Price 5. 50 S2S
usn'o "BrigAtAea" Every d'y aad oaa-
dsy teo. Re:ulsr Price $50 t. 4S
Mess Cavslor Velvet Tip Bals RSSslar
Price. sec. z,1S
Mems Fins SAsss ia Wei or patsRt leather
Regular Price A.So 5.AS
Ny She's Department Is esmplsts, Come
Aa3 Sss.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1906-12-02
than seventeen years of absolute
monopoly"
Rismarck,s Mystic Number.

Bismarck. writes correspondent
In reference to our paragraph on
superstition, held. with Pythagoras,
that not thirteen but three was the
great and perfect number. Bis.
marcks association with three was
remarkable. He had served three
masters. He had three names
Bismarck, Schoenhausen, and Lauen-
burg. The arms of his family are
clover leaf and three oak leaves.
he was concerned In three wars
and signed three treatys of peace.
In the Franco-Prussian war he had
three horses killed under him. He
brought about the meeting of three
emperors, and was responsible for
the triple alliance. He had three
children; his family motto was, Sin
Trlnitate Robur" strength in Trim
ity); and contemporary caricaturc
pictured him with three hairs on
his head. Three was the beginning,
the middle, and the end of Bismarck.
London Chronicle.
Daily press. [volume] (Newport News, Va.) 1896-current, 1906-12-02
EXTENDING FIELD OF
INDEPENDENT PHONES
There are a Few Large Cities
Now Without Compel.
! Ing Lines
RECENT VICTORIES ARE IMPORTANT
franchises Granted by Omaha, Den.
yer, Milwaukee and San Fyancisc,
Interesting Information fonta'ned
y" Address Delivered 0y|prss'dsns
Hose. Of independent Association.

PHILADELPHIA, Dec 1.--Copies
Just made public of an address pri.
Vately delivered by James, b. Hoge
Ito the electrical section of tho
FRANKLIN Institute, form striking
report of the recent progress Of
independent telephone lines. Mr.
Hoge Is president OF the information
al independent Telephone Associations
OF America.
In November Omaha. Nebraska.
at the regular election ratified an
independent franchise by vote of
more than two to one. The indie.
pendent victory there Mr.. Hoge said
marks the close of as fierce fight
as the Bell has ever made in any
city OF the country against the
entrance of competition. For over
three years this has been going
4 on. The Independents have a total
or 100000 phones in Iowa and Ne.
asDraska, the Bell only 10000 with
the entrance of the Independents
4 into Omaha 1t completes their sys.
lem in this section.
$300,o00,oo0 Invested
Denver, Colorado also voted IN
1iayor OF an Independent franchise
sin November. Milwaukee, has saivan
\ lne Z, y Independents a franchise within
4 U tne Ia. las y iew weeks. These cities,
s y Pima Ire the only ones of
4 Hsotiseauence except Cincin-
I ~ Y! and chicago west OF the Ohio
RIVER, where the Independents are
g: mol stron gly tntrenched or building.