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Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-07-22

The Ladies' Lyric Quartet, which Is under
the direction of Prof Thee ingalls, Kinr
has disbanded for the summer Rehear-
sails will be resumed In October, and ire
season Of 1907 promises to be the most
singers are Mrs. Charles Bayly frst So
prano; Miss Marjorie Foliin, second So
prano: Miss Florence Keene, first contraiso.
and Miss Salome Wingate, second con-
tralto.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-07-22

The title of the new play that George v
Hobart has written for May Irwin has been
announced at last. 1t is Mrs. Wilson,
That's ALL"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-07-22

"HappyIand" with De Wolf Hopper and
Marguerite Clark as the stars, will be one
of the first of the Shuberts' productions put
on the road this autumn.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-07-22

McNeal. Miss Mildred Kolb and Miss Ethel
Toner. IN the Newport homes of Mrs. LIE
Roy French, Mrs French .. Chadwick.
Miss Livingston Mason, Miss Swinburne
and Mrs. Mitchell Clark. at Gray Craig
respectively
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1906-07-22

J. H. Barnes, Arthur Lewis, Jessie Mill
ward and Fl. Glendeuning have been en-
gagged by Charles Frohman for the cast
of the new play by Henry Arthur Jones,
THE Hypocrites -
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07

St. Ellzabeth's Catholic church has been broken by some one using a rifle The ball passed through the wire grating. pierced the beautiful glass and fell to the floor on the interior. A reward has been offered for the miscreant who per petrated the deed.
 Two negroes. mother and son. died to- day in the course of two hours. The young negro man had been i'll two weeks His mother Manda Perdue. was a type of the old time southern "mammy' so seldom seen now. She was a good woman and had many friends among the white people, and was loved by children whom she had nursed. Her age and feeble health had kept her at home this win ter After nursing her son and losing him she was prostrated, and her hus- band, with whom she had lived over forty years. went for a physician, but she died before he returned
 Five negroes escaped from jail yes terday morning, between midnight and daylight One of the number was adiudged insane and was to be sent to the asylum. He was confined in the corridor With a piece of iron pipe he broke the lock of the upper cell door, liherating four prisoners. With the same piece of iron they made an opening through the brick wall and escaped The sheriff has offered a reward for their capture and viz orous search will be made for them.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07
WHAT SULPHUR DOES
For the Human Body in Health and
 Disease.

The mention of sulphur will recall to many of us the early days when our mothers and grand-mothers gave us our daily dose of sulphur and molasses every spring and fall.
 It was the universal spring and fall ''blood purifier" tonic and cure-all. and mind you, this old-fashioned remedy was not without merit.
 The idea was good, but the remedy was crude and unpalatable, and q large quan- tity had to be taken to get any effect.
 Nowadays we get all the beneficial ef- offect of sulphur in a palatable, concen- trated form, so that single grain is far more effective than tablespoonful of the crude sulphur.
 In recent years, research and experi- ment have proven that the best sulphur for medicinal use is that obtained from Calcium Calcium Sulphide) and sold in drug stores under the name of Stuart's Calcium Waters. They are small choco- late coated pellets and contain the active medicinal principle of sulphur In a highly concentrated effective form.
 Few people are aware of the value of this form of sulphur in restoring and maintaining bodily vigor and health; sul- phur acts directly on the liver. and ex- eretory organs and purines and enriches tine blood by the prompt elimination of waste material.
 Our grandmothers knew this when they dosed us with sulphur and molasses every spring and fall. but the crudity and im- purity of ordinary flowers of sulphur were often worse than the disease, and cannot compare with the modern concentrated preparations of sulphur. of which Stuart's Calcium Waters Is undoubtedly the best and most widely used.
 They are the natural antdote for liver and kidney troubles and cure constipa- ton and purify the blood in a way that often surprises patient and physician alike.
 Dr. R. N. Wilkins while experimentine with sulphur remedies soon found that the sulphur from Calcium was superior 10 any other form. He says: For liver. kidney and blood troubles, especially when resulting from constipation or malaria, I have been surprised at the re- suits obtained from Stuart's Calcium, Waters Tt patients suffering from boils and pimples and even deep-seated car buncles, I have repeatedly seen them dry up and disappear in four or five days, leaving the skin clear and smooth. AL though Stuart's Calcium Waters is pro- prietary article. and sold by druggists and for that reason tabooed by many physicians. yet I know of nothing so safe and reliable for constipation, liver and kidney troubles and especially in all forms of skin disease as this remedy"
 At any rate people who are tired of pills, cathartics and so-called blood "purfers," will find in Stuarts Calcium Waters far safer. more nalatable and effective preparation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07

The prize was won by Mrs Daniel Part ridge and was a beautiful hand-embroid cred linen scarf. Delicious larded quails were served and enjoyed by all the guests.
 The Crescent clubs dance will take place Tuesday night at the Elks' home, and & royal good time Is confidently ex pected by the members and friends of this popular organization.
 One of the most elegant affairs of the week was the luncheon rendered by Mrs. l. l.. Rosendorf on Friday afternoon at her beautifully appointed home on Dallas street. Thirteen friends were bidden to- enjoy the hospitality Of Mrs. Rosendorf.
 The guests were seated at a round table which was resplendent with cur glass and silver. The color scheme was violet and white. and dainty violets formed much of the decorations Instead of flowers a magnificent candelabra made the centerpiece for the table. Beautiful white shades adorned with violets soft ened the glow and heightened the effect. When the guests had assembled they were given bag of chips representing an amount of money. With these checks wagers were made on a contest which was itself novel Strips of tape were hung from the chandelier and scissors were furnished with which the narrow tape was to be slit the whole length. The wagers were on who would complete the work first, and a mis-cut of the scis- sors barred the contestant for that event Miss Kaufman of Birmingham was the Successful winner in this contest. and was presented with a. Japanese picture.
 A word-mal1ing contest was also given the guests, and Miss Goldsmith of Charleston. s. C., was the winner of a handsome violet glove case. Four courses were served at the luncheon, consisting of minced oysters in hot sheels. cold asparagus with French dressing, chicken croquets au petit pois "Tipsy Squire" Champagne punch was dispensed The following were Mrs. Rosendorfs guests; Mrs. Nathan Kahn, Mrs Albert Kahn, Mrs B. J. Schuster. Mrs. Jake Leopold, Mrs. Herman Rosenbaum of Mt. Vernon, Ind, Mrs. Markstein. Mrs. B. Markstein of Anniston. Miss Kaufman of Blrming- ham. Miss Dora Thalheimer, Miss Frances Lillianthal Mrs Eliasberg Mrs Gold smith, Mrs. Henry Maring.
 Miss Kate Voltz, who has been spend ing the holidays with her parents in this city, returned yesterday to Staunton, Va, where she Is attending school.
 Mrs. w. H. Holt and daughters, who have been spending the past week at Tile den, returned home yesterday. They were accompanied by Miss Scott Boyllin, Mrs. Holt's neice.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07
NEWS OF GREENvILLE.
Delegates Are Named to New Orleans
 Cotton Convention.

Greenville January 6.-(special)- )-The Cotton Growers association, recently or ganized. held an enthusiastic meeting Thursday. presided over by J. N. Mc- Bride. Seven delega tes had attended the state meeting in Montgomery the pre- vious day and reports were heard from them and other business attended to-. The following delegates were chosen to attend the meeting at New Orleans. which convenes next Wednesday, the 10th inst: T. II. Crenshaw, K. G. Shanks. W. H. Shanks. J. R. White. C. c. Stew art, J. T. Johnson. ". r. Mckenzie, Frank Whlttle. J. E.. Wall, J. B. Stanley U C. yinson. Sam Searcy. R. A. Beeland. w. H. Shanks, Sr.. G. s. Lazenby H. C. Parker, J. Lee Long, W. Fl. Rogers, R. A. Lee. A. T. Hinson, w. w. Thagood. J. s. Brunson.
 The handsomest memorial window in
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07
THREE STORES

gospel meetings were held at the asso- citation building and three special meet ings at the opera house. At the former there was an average attendance of twenty-five and at the latter of 617. The total membership on January l. 1906, was 3O5
 These figures tell something of the great work being done and the board of direc- tors and Secretary Warner have every reason to be proud
 Retired on Full Pay.
 w. T. Cannon, who for twenty years has been manager of the Standard oil company's office in this city. has been highly complimented by the company He has been retired from service now that he is growing old and his full pay is all lowed him. He is to respond to any emergency calls that may be made upon him, but otherwise he will have no du- ties to perform. MT. Cannon has been a faithful, zealous employe of the company and deserves the good fortune that has come to him.
 Social and Personal.
 The initial week of the New Year has been brilliant in a social way in Selma. There have been big affairs and little af- fairs, the former including the New Year dances of the Harmony club, the Dixie club and the Elks.
 Mrs. H. " Ullman entertained the Mar ried Ladies Euchre club Tuesday after noon and a most enjoyable time was spent. After the games were played a two-course luncheon was served In a dain- ty manner. The trophy was then award ed. Mrs. Ullman is ever gracious hostess and an invitation to her home Is always eagerly accepted.
 Miss Mary Darling Hooper entertained the Young Ladies' club on Thursday afternoon, the honoree of the occasion being her charming guest. Miss Margu- rite Forbes. The prize was won by Miss Eilene Hunter and was a dainty imported affair.
 The Bid Euchre club met Friday after noon at the home of Mrs. J. M. Baker, and was one of the most pleasant meet ings in the history of the organization.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07
of Trade will be held next Tuesday after

of Trade will be held next Tuesday after noon.
 The engineering department of the Southern Bell Telephone company, through ]. l.. Moore and A. D. Maddox, have recommended that an expenditure of S15.00O be made for the purpose of constructing new cables which will add greatly to the service.
 The Epworth league met last night and elected the following officers: President. Hugh McEnlry; first vice president, Miss I.illie Moore second vice president, Miss Kathleen Fitzpatrick; third vice presi- dent. Prof R. E. Ledbetter; fourth vice president Mrs. F.. P. Brown; secretary Mrs W. D. Lanier; treasurer. Mrs Elm ma Mlmms; librarian. Kittel Trotter; or ganist. Miss Elizabeth Calhoun Hereaf- ter the regular meetings will be held every Friday night.
 The following is a list of new books received by Mrs. Hill the public librarian. The House of Mirth Edith Wharton The of the Old Frontier. Randall Parish; Ben Blair. Lilebridge.
 The business for the past year at the postoffiee as shown by the reports are far in advance of the business of the previous year.
 The store rooms of Dr. W. D. Taylor on Nineteenth street, recently vacated by J. L. Abbott & Co. were leased to MT. B. F. Lewis, a well known railroad man, who will conduct a wholesale pro- duce business
 Constable John Dagnan of Blue Creek. who shot and killed a negro at Johns some time ago. was released to await the action of the grand jury on a writ of habeas corpus by Judge Jackson of the city court His bond was fixed at $500. Shortly after the killing, which occurred on Louisville and Nashville train, Dag nan was tried and acquitted. but was later re-arrested on a warrant sworn out in Birmingham.
 The following are registered at the Grand Hotel today: w. R. Matthews, New York city; J. l.. Moore, Jr, Att lanta, Ga.
 Mrs. l. F. Perkins, who has been the guest of Dr. and Mrs. W. D. Taylor, re- turned to her home in Sayre today.
 Carl Fortune, a negro, was tried and convicted in police court today on q charge of snatching a pocketbook from negro woman and was given 120 days on the streets.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07
Receiver for North Carolina Bank.

Charlotte. N. C.. January 6.-The state bank examiner, F. J. Haywood today took charge of the bank of Rutherfordton. at Authorization, N. C., by order of tho corporation commission. A receiver will be named. President D. F Morrow states that the bank was closed on account of unpaid notes; that the assets were far in excess of liabilities, and all depositors would be paid in full. The assets. accord ing to the president are sSOO0 cash, Sl4,00O in notes and bonds and banking house furniture and fixtures worth s30o0 The capital stock was S10000.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07
SELMA Y M [. A. MFINE CONDITION Report isMade on Work of the
 Past Year W. I. CANNON IS RETIRED Old EmpIoye of Standard Oil Company In Selma Is Retired on Full Pay.
 Other News of Dallas
 County.
W. I. CANNON IS RETIRED

Selma, January 6.-The Young Mems Christian association has isued its an- nual statement and some interesting fig ures are given. There was a balance on hand on January l. 1905, of S1.3l. From membership fees during the year, sl'- b25.25 were collected; from subscriptions. s522; from rents, s1297 from entertain ments, sSfo3; from lockers. s1450, and from miscellaneous sources. S470 mak- ing a total of s35162s. Of this sum $155 was disbursed in salaries $14S62 in furni- ture and repairs. $S0797 in fuel and lights, ss9.5O in religious work, $S4 in miscel- laneous work, leaving a balance in the treasury of $1362
 The building was open S65 days during the year and there was an average att tendance of S4. a total attendance dur Ing the year of 90z20 persons. Forty-five
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07
WANT BOARD OF TRADE.
Citizens of Oxford Will Meet Monday
 to Organize.

Oxford, January 6.-(SpeciaI)- )-The need of board of trade has been long felt in Oxford and the establishment of such an institution has been frequently sug- gested, but not until yesterday, when it was decided to hold a mass meeting of the citizens with that end fin view, was the subject ever seriously undertaken.
 The meeting will be held in the council chamber of the city hall on next Monday afternoon at 3;30 o'clock and as there Is widespread interest in favor of the project, 1t will undoubtedly materialize.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07
MRS. T. c. WEBB DIES.
Eutaw Woman Was Related to Fam
 lilies In Birmingham.

Eutaw, January 6.-(speciaA)-A very sad death occurred in Eutaw yesterday morning at 547 O o'clock when Mrs. Webb. the young wife of T. G. Webb passed away. Mrs. Webb was Miss Virginia Jar wis. the accomplished daughter of Mir. and Mrs. F. P. Jarvis. the former of whom is paymaster of the Sloss-ShefhelG Steel and Iron company of Birmingham and at the time of her death was resid- ing with her husband at the home of her parents here.
 MT Webb who Is a very popular young man, at present the agent of the South ern Express company at this place. Is the son of Mir and Mrs G. w. Webb of 1727 Second avenue, Birmingham. Mrs. Webb was about 27 years of age and had been married only fourteen months, lack ing four days. Dressed in her wedding gown, her body was this afternoon at o'clock tenderly laid to rest in Oak Hill cemetery
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07
Judge J. p. Stiles Announces for
 Sheriff

To the People of Jefferson County:
 Yielding to the solicitations of friends. I hereby announce myself as a candidate for Sheriff, subject to the action of the democratic party.
 If elected I shall carry the same polite and courteous treatment and business methods into the administration of the office I used in the probate office, ever recognizing that a public officer is a servant of the people.
 I would enforce the law on all alike and see that all papers are promptly ex- ecuted and in completing juries only good men are called.
 would not permit grating in any form, and would invoke the strong arm of the law to punish it.
 Thanking the people of this country for past honors and assuring them of my appreciation of their support, I promise. if elected. to do my full duty.
 Yours most truly,
 ... J. P. STILES.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07
Immigrants Go to LauderdaIe.

Florence January 6.-Special)-Th population of Lauderdale county has been largely increased by number of im- migrants who have recently settled in the east end of the county in the vicinity of Anderson. Within the past few months about fifty families, principally from Gull man county. have become property owners in Lauderdale, attracted here by the splendid agricultural lands and will in the spring plant cotton and corn. They are said to be an honest and in- dustrous class of citizens.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-01-07
REV. R. s. GAVAN
 STILL IMPROVING.
Will Conduct Usual Services at
 Bessener Today
CAPT. HANBY ENTERTAINS
The Rev. R. c. Gilmore and Mrs. Es. teIle M. Colgate of Washington Were Quietly Married in That
 City Last Wednesday.

Bessemer. January 6-(Speeia1)-The Rev. R. s. Gavan. who went to New Or leans to be operated upon over week ago. has returned much improved. The doctor has been ordered to take a com plete rest. and it is hoped he will be in a position shortly to take up his work fin the usual manner The Rev. MT. Ga van will conduct the regular services to- day and he requests that as many as possible attend. as there will be matters Of great importance brought up
 The members of the Presbyterian church will hold a meeting immediately follow ing the services this morning for the pur- pose of taking up the matter of the new building. A full attendance is desired.
 Maj. J. M. Berriman of Atlanta will conduct two meetings in this city. Monday and Tuesday nights, at the Salvation Army hall. He will be assisted by Envoy Jasperson, formerly of the Sunshine brigade.
 The Rev. I. O. Adams of the Episcopal church will hold regular services at Il o'clock tomorrow morning and 7:9O to- morrow night. Holy communion at 7;sO | o'clock tomorrow morning.
 The Rev. Morris of the First Methodist Episcopal church will hold regular ser vices tomorrow morning and again at night.
 The Rev. N. D. Crawford has moved his family from Chapel Hill. Tenn, to l Bessemer, and will take charge of the Cumberland Presbyterian church. He will preach his first sermon tomorrow morn ing.
 There will be a meeting at the Christian Endeavor church tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock for the purpose of organizing Junior Endeavor. Mrs. A. R. Moore of Birmingham will be present to perfect the organization
 Captain Hanby Entertained.
 Capt William F. Hanby and wife were delightfully."- entertained today by their son, John D. Hanby, of thls city, the oc- casion being the anniversary of the birth of the latter's son, James M. Hanby. who was yesterday licensed to practice law. The affair today was also partly in celebration of this fact
 Capt. William r. Hanby is one of the best known citizens of Jefferson, who en- joys the distinction of being it's first sheriff.
 Gilmore-coIeate.
 An event of considerable interest to the people of this city was the marriage of the Rev R. C. Gilmore, pastor of the First Presbyterian church of this city, to Mrs. Estelle M. Colgate of Washing ton, D, C.. which occurred at the home of the bride in Washington last Wednes- day.
 Owing to the recent death of the brides father the marriage was a quiet home affair. and was without attendants, ex- cept the best man. MT. William Gilmore, the groom's brother. Shortly after the ceremony MT. and Mrs. Gilmore left for their future home in this city, and are expected to arrive this af- ternoon or tonight.
 Notes and Personals.
 An important meeting of the Board
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1906-07-19

Co. AND RECT. UNKNOWN.
Isaac G. Cassidy,
James Shrout,
A. A. Rodgers.
S. T. Fisher,
G. w. Smith,
Jacob Gale,
G. w. linn,
J. w. Combs,
Peter Titchenell,
Christopher King,
A. E. Renshaw,
J. A. Matlick.
Christian Gale,
Albert Snyder,
Rev. Geo. W White,
Rev. Salamon P Hawley,
Henry Gaehring.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1906-07-19
Dul Que hundred dozen eggs

but one hundred dozen eggs.
Inasmuch as communications by
telephone are personal, although
the parties are cut Of sigbt Of each
other, the ordinary rules OF personal
communication apply. The only
questions iha, arises is the question
Of fac. as to whether the person to
whom or by whom the offer was
communicated was the principal. or
the principals duly authorized
agent This of course is difficult
to prove ofttimes, but where the
contract is IN dispute it IS necessary
TO do so.
Conversations through the lele-
phone are admissible in evidence.
No decisions have yet been made
as to the contracts made through
the phonogragh. Il will have TO be
decided hereafter as to the status OF
the parties IN the case ola message
talked into a phonograph and after
wards delivered by sending the cyl
inder to the person to whom the of
er is made.
The parties may by express
agreement provide that the contract
will not be binding until the accept.
ance has been received by the offer
er, and business men will do well
in making offers by mail or tele-
graph to provide that the offer shall
not be binding until the acceptance
is received.
West Virginia argus. [volume] (Kingwood, W. Va.) 1877-1946, 1906-07-19

The value of free alcohol to the
public can be better appreciated
when the many uses of this product
are known TO the farmers of the
country. Uncle Sam being DESTROYS
of giving the public the full benefit
of the opportunities in store,
purposes having an exhibl: at the
jamestown Exposition showing the
Developments and uses of de-
naturized alcohol which is made
from the products of the farm and
garden. This exhibit will be in
charge of competent government
officials of the Experiment Stations
OF the Department of Agriculture.
In connection with this Govern
ment EXHIBIT will be exhibits of
various kinds of internal combustion
c n mes using denaturized
a cohol for fuel Farmers will learn
at the jamestown Exposition how to
how to save labor in a thousand
different ways. They will be
shown how they can utilize
machinery for saving wood chop
ping stock feed, pumping water and
many other things. And the
farmers wife can employ machinery
for doing her churning, washing,
operating her sewing machine aud
in many other ways to save lab or.
Special machinery is already being
made for utilizing this new and
cheap fuel and so ecomical will be
This fuel alcohol that every farmer
can make his own supply from the
waste products of his farm.
Uncle Sam will also show The
public how to use denatuiized
alcohol as fuel for heating and
cooking purposes at home and for
lighting the houses and country
roads. He will teach the farmers
now they may save time and expence
by making their fuel and lights at SO
small cost their living exper &c
will be reduced to minimum and
their conveniences so greatly
increased that they will find real
luxury in living on farm.