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Sharp County record., 1906-09-28


DR.. Edward Brooks, the noted teach
er and author of Philadelphia de
scribed at a dinner the great strides
that popular education has made in
the last SO years. Smaller and small
err" he said, become the percentage
of the illiterate, of those who cannot
read or write. 1t won't be long before
a thing that once happened to me
in Sullivan county will be quite i'm
possible When l was teaching school
in my youth in Sullivan county a boy
one morning undertook to go through
the alphabet. He stumbled along, and
finally came to full stop before the
letter X. Dunno that un, he said,
oh, yes you do, said l. Think a
minute He thought Then he bright
ened. Why he said, that's dads
name'"
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28
WELL PEOPLE TOO
Wise Doctor Gives Postum to Con
valescents.

A wise doctor tries to give nature
its best chance by saving the little
strength of the already exhausted pa.
tient, and building up wasted energy
with simple but powerful nouTish'
ment.
give years ago." writes a doctor,
81 commenced to use Postum in my
own family instead of coffee. I was
so well pleased with the results that
I had two grocers place it in stock,
guaranteeing its sale.
Il then commenced to recommend
it to my patients in place of coffee,
as a nutritious beverage The conse'
quence is, every store in town is now
selling it, as it has become house.
hold necessity in many homes.
I'm sure l prescribe Postum as
often as any one remedy in the Ma
terra Medica-in almost every case OF
Indigestion and nervousness I treat
and with the best results.
"When l once introduce 1t into a
family, it is quite sure to remain.
shall continue to use it and prescribe
1t in families where l practice,
'In convalescence from pneumonia,
typhoid fever and other cases, give
It as a liquid, easily absorbed diet
You may use my letter as reference
any way you see fit" Name given by
Postum Co., Battle Creek, Mich. Rea(
"The Road to Wellyi!le" in pkgz
UThara,S q raason1
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28

The raising of the Japanese battle
chip Mikasa, which was sunk at Sa
sebo last September after an eXplo
sion, not only gratifies a natural SEN
timent, but may help to solve mys
terry. The Mikasa was Admiral Togos
flagship in the famous battle in which
the Russian fleet was practically
wiped out of existence, was in the
thick of the fight and sustained the
heaviest loss of any vessel on that
side. The accident which caused her
to sink was greatly deplored by the
Japanese, who will rejoice that she is
once more afoat, and doubtless there
will be careful inquiry as to the
cause of the explosion, which sent her
to the bottom and resulted in the
death of several hundred men.
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28
impossible Advice.

In pulling down an old room at
Booking, England workmen came
upon a wine fagon imbedded in the
brickwcrk. A page of foolscap dated
Aug. Is, 1888, found inside the fagon
gave details of the building of the
chimney of Josiah Reeve, the owner,
with the names of Eye master carpen'
ter" and "ye masterbricklayer." 1t
concluded: Josiah Reeve, father OF
six children, leaves this memorandum
in this place. His wife was Elizabeth
Houston, of Great st. Helens, London,
to whom he was married March 1S,
1873. Reader, go thou and do like
wise"
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28
Didn't Have AUX Eggs.

Prof. Edwin Ray Lancaster, presi-
dent of the British association, was
busy in his study one morning recent
ly when country woman sought an
interview with him. Laying parcel
on his desk she said, triumphantly:
"There's two of 'em." 1.-TWO of what?
said the professor. 1.-TWO 'awks eggs.
l ear they are worth $1,000 pounds
apiece." The distinguished scientist
undid the parcel carefully, looked at
the eggs and said with a smile.
"These are not auk's eggs. Those that
are so valuable are the eggs of the aux
-a.u-k." "Oh, hauk," said the wom-
an. wait till l get old of my son,
Emery. I'll give i'm wot-oh for send
ing me on a wild goose chase"
would not enter on my list OF
friends the man who needlessly sets
foot unOn a WOrm.-COWDer.
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28
AWFUL PSORIASIS 35 YEARS.
Terrible ScaIy Humor in Patches All
Over the Body-Skin Cracked and
BIeeding-Cured by Cuticura.

81 was afflicted with psoriasis for
thirty-fve years. 1t was in patches
all over my body. I used three cakes
of Cuticura Soap, six boxes of Oint-
ment and two bottles of Resolvent.
In thirty days / was completely cured,
and l think permanently, as it was
about five years ago. The psoriasis
first made it's appearance in red spots,
generally forming a circle, leaving in
the center spot about the size of a
silver dollar of sound flesh. In short
time the affected circle would form
heavy dry scale of a white silvery
appearance and would gradually drop
off. To remove the entire scales by
bathing or using oil to soften them
the flesh would be perfectly raw, and
light discharge of bloody substance
would ooze out. That scaly crust
would form again in twenty-four hours.
1t was worse on my arms and limbs,
although it was in spots all over my
body, also on my scalp. If I let the
scales remain too long without remov-
ing by bath or otherwise, the skin
would crack and bleed. suffered in
tense itching, worse at nights after
getting warm in bed, or blood warm
by exercise, when it would be almost
unbearable. w. M. Chidester, Hutch
lnson, Kan, April 20, 1905"
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28
Cuero, Texas, Sept. 1, 1906.

Cuero, Texas, Sept. l, 1906.
A. B. Richards Med. Co.
Not on account you advertise in my
paper, "The Deutsche Rundschau," but
on the merits of your Medicines, l
take pleasure to inform you that
Hunts Lightning Oil, Hunts Cure and
Cheatham's Chill Tonic have become
household Medicines in my family
They always cure without fail.
Yours very truly,
VIM. T. Eichholz.
Editor "Deutsche Rundschau."
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28
Scandal Spoiled.

Didn't you hear about it?" said
Kidder. Deacon Cooley came home
barreled the other evening"
"Aha!" exclaimed the gossip, de-
lightedly. Il always thought there
was some hypocrisy in that old fel'
lows temperance talk"
ooh! no, he simply was swimming
in the creek, and some tramp stole
his clothes"
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28

A deaf-mute has become able 10
talk and hear as a result Of being run
over by an automobile. 1t is not ex'
planned how or why he happened to
refrain long enough from walking on
railway tracks to get run over by the
automobile.
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28

The refusal of Grand Duke Nicholas
Nicbolaievitch to accept the post Of
commander-in-chief of the Russian
army makes him entirely eligible for
membership in the Wise Guyovitch
club.
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28
A Harmless laxative,

/: you must take laxative, take harm
less one. Lax-Fos does not grippe, therefore
does not irritate. Irritation is what does
lhe harm. Price 80 cents.
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28
nvote for Mel"

"Vote for Mel"
Although the statesman blandly fair
And almost unselfish seems to be,
His arguments boiled down with care
Are generally: Vote for me-"
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28

Mr.. loft heSltated no longer. From
one end of his watch chain he detached
a gold key, which he handed covertly
tn Driver.
Now your visitin card"
MIR. loft produced one, and handed it
over.
Now, loft, my boy, don't worry.
You'll have that key back by Friday,
and all your spoons'll be in the box"
With this Mr.. Driver rose and
stalked out Of the room. After mod
est interval Mr.. Toft followed.
At nine a. m. on the following morn
ing the bell of the Fellmongers' COM
pany pealed vigorously. The porter
hurried to answer it and found a lady
on the doorstep. She was neatly
dressed and was strikingly handsome,
She might be rs years old.
is this the Fellmongers' hall?" she
asked.
1T is, miss"
81 want to know if you will be good
enough to allow me to copy a painting
you have on your walls? do not know
If it is necessary to have any written
permission, or where to apply for it."
THE hall is open to the public I'M
der my supervision" said the porter,
pompously. Come inside, please"
Thank you," replied the ladv.
"The painting | want is the one near.
est to the door Of the plate room"
Then it's a good bit away from II
miss, The plate room is off The ban
quoting all, and they are all windows
on that side. The pictures are oppo-
site" said the porter.
Dear me- said the lady. "How
very stupidity have been informed
Please show me the room"
The porter led the way, and threw
open the door with pardonable pride
"I'll tell you what, Maria" said Mr.
Jeckell, some hours later to his Wife
"if she's a hartist | ought to be presi-
dent OF the Royal Academy never
saw such drawin' in my life. She can't
get his face right nohow. She must
be what the papers call an himpres-
sionist. She spoke twice about the
plate room, so I've wheeled my chair
into the all to keep my eye on her
III go back now and see what she's up
to-"
While Mr.. Jcckell was on hi, way to
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28
Natural Cali.

,,tt,s IT was long ago y ~
nat natural color Of + Dn,. Sa''
suuDossd sum n0s white, H as ps
ON tintai the cause Of the u,
UNITS; snl s., these, it ha, S "a
a',N Oy W. Spring, are 49,
substances. Disso,roa,s w
tn0usn dne {n apparently = svjs,
hue. hue to a fine ipVisStl'
nave nave no effect on \.
water when adeor,,. y.
dre dre taken, "a en- The BROW : /
o,l',,1 due to Il iron salts Is as no. q
otaI oiam is present. NJ. NJ =
on. olten due to a conditja,
pew between the color ess..
salts and the praoi'. sa'
the calcium slty.'l salts.~s+'.l
can. Scls
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28
A Positive \
CURE
EIy's Cream Balm
is quickly absorbed,
Gives Relief al Once.

Gives Relief al Once. uTrSI
1t cleanses, soothes N !
heals and protects N
the diseased mem. IL
brane. 1t cures Ca 4
tarrh and drives kG
away a Cold in the =. MX7 =, Z
Head quickly. Re- HM|
stores the Senses of""'
Taste and Smell. Full si0Nd
gists or by mail; Trial Sic l0'
Ely Brothers, Sc WareaS%i
Sharp County record., 1906-09-28

He Dorn.S Quite Up ass|
a. His heart Went M, pits. \
old.faShioned? OH nv !
Twas there the ra,i,l, rS q
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16
win the Road Be. BaiIts

twill the new electric street rail- way be built?" has been asked by number of Mobilians who are decided Iy interested in the growth and ad- vancement of the Gulf City. It will be recalled by readers of The Adver- tiser that on the night or January l5, at regular meeting of the General Council franchise for the building, eauipping, operating. of line or lines of railway of the electric type. over certain streets in different parts Of the city, was applied for. The pe- &itfon for the franchise was in the name of Harry Phillans and others. The petition was granted, but certain adaptations were made. One was that the actual work of putting down track should begin within six months from the passage of the ordinance accom- panying the franchise. 4 guarantee was deposited to this end.
 Today, Sunday, July IS, was the last day wherein this work should begin. For months there appeared to be noth- ing doing in the matter of beginning operations On Friday a corps of en- gineers went into the field, beginning at the intersection of Lawrence and Virginia Streets, in the extreme south ern part of the city. A document con- tainIng the estimates, profiles and other data were filed with the City Clerk. the documents contents having been approved by the chief engineer of the Board of Public Works. The actual work began yesterday morn ing, a force of hands working north
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16
As Seen by a Tammanyste.

Mayor Mcclellan. of New York, haa a butler in his Washington Avenue square house who wears knee brooches and the rest of real buffers outfit on ceremonial occasions The Mayor invited some Tammany leaders over to his house one evening to dinner. One Of them came early and was admitted by the stately butler. The leader drew Mcclellan aside as soon as he had reached him and wnIspered hoarsely: "Say, George, why didn't you tell me this was a EasqueradinE partyr
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16
CAMP BREAKS TODAY
ONE OF MOST SUCCESSFUL or sEc-
 OND.
Great Throng of Visitors saw Prize Drill With Greys and Abbott Ri- fes Seemingly The Strongest
 C0utcndern.
AdyertIser Bureau.

Advertiser Bureau,
 Selma, July 15.
 Before crowd of about thirty-five hundred people this afternoon the prize drill for the regimental flag of the End Regiment took place. While severai companies participated in the drilling. 1t is generally conceded here tonight that there are only two companies in the running and that tomorrow morn ing when the result of the drill has been made known that the regtmental flag will either stay in this city or will be taken to Montgomery by the Greys of that city.
 Those people who attended the drill were we'll paid for their trouble. for never was a better military exhibition ever seen in this city than the drills which were put up before the vast assemblage by the company of this city and the Greys
 With the crowd the Selma company was the favorite, but tonight Captain Everett Jackson of the Greys. said that he was very certain that his com pany would carry back with them to Montgomery the flag of the regiment The decision which will have to be made in awarding the flag, is bound to be close and either company cannot crow over the other. The pluck or the Selma company in their effort to win the flag was shown on the field this afternoon. During the dress pa- rade two of the members of the com pany, Elliott Barnwe1l and Edgar Rus sell. fell out of the line. The hospital corps rushed to their assistance and quickly revived them.
 The corps were preparing to put them upon stretcher to take thern to the hospital, but to this both of the men would not consent and pluckily took their places back in the ranks of their companies. The detail for to- morrow at the camp will be Captain of Company "C'' officer of the day and Lieutenant Howard of the same com pany officer of the guard. On dress last orders were read to the regiment by Captain and Adjutant Brame:
 "2nd Regiment Infantry. A. N. O..
 Camp Joe Wheeler, Selma, Ala,
 July Is, 1906. .'order No 12
 The Commanding Officer desires to specially thank Sergeant John West for his valuable assistance and to com piiment him for the manner in which he has so ably performed every duty encountered upon him. By order oi Colonel Bricken
 Order No. IS: The commanding offi- cer wishes to thank the people of Sell ma, and especially Colonel F. M. Ab- bolt for the cordial reception rendered this command and the hospitable treat ment received at their hands. By or- der of Colonel Bricken.
 Order No. IA: The commanding ofri- cer announced that the regimental prize flag will be awarded at headquar- ters at o'clock tomorrow morning. By order of Colonel Bricken.
 'Order No. IS. The commanding off cer desires to express the greatest qualification to the officers and men oi this regiment for the superb manner ir which they have contributed to the glorious success of this encampment | and feels grateful to the entire field and staff line officers. as well as tc every enlisted man in the regiment | this applies without exception By order of Colonel Bricken.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16
RESULTED IN MURDER.

Negro Dies from Wound Inflicted at n
 fgcnfc.
 Information was received at the County jail yesterday that light be- tween two EInore County negroes near Pickett Springs at Fourth of July pie nic. in which Cravton Jackson was wounded by Joe Simmons. had resulted In murder. Jackson having died
 Sheriff w. o. Robbins of Fillmore County telephoned that he was hold ing Simmons and a warrant sworn out by Deputy Sheriff N. N. Waller was sent to Wetumpka yesterday afternoon.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16

In a little room in another part of the city Red Ike sat examining col lection of silver with the eye of con- noisseur.
 'Tt was too bad to have to take 'em. Ikey," he chuckled, "but we can't afford to let our little diversions interfere with business"
 Copyright. 1906, by Ruby pougias.)
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16
CAMP HOLT'SS SUNDAY
MANY M0BILIANs VISIT HEAD
 QUARTERS OF THIRD.
xcrmen Preached In Monroe Park The stre by the Regimentai Chap latn---BcneHt Performance for
 Industrial school Band.
Advertiser Bureau.


 Mobile, July 15.
 This being open mouse day at Camp Hn1t there was a large number of visi- tors present, among these large con tingent of the fair sex. The soldier boys were the center of attraction, es- pcciailv those wearing shoulder straps, although the privates were not neg 1ected
 At 4ss0 o'clock this afternoon relis ious services were held in Monroe Park Theatre by the regimental chap lain. There was a good attendance other than the soldiers.
 Tuesday will see the last of Camp Barry |. Holt which, said Colonel Mo Kleroy, has been one of the most sue cessful and enjoyable he eve. had me pleasure of participating in. The same expression was heard from Lieutenant Colonel Hughes B. Kennedy, Major Led better and other officers.
 One of the features of the camp viis and is the band of youngsters from the Etate School at East Lake Tor Boys who. during the week have been prom inenf both in the camp grounds ma on dress parade. They made excellent music. their extreme youth considered. and won many compliments. Is became known to several promi- r.ent citizens that the boys were Tn need of new instruments and mese- ment was inaugurated to nave tne band give an open-air concert tomot, , row night in Bienville Square. Coionel McKleroy readily consented tp the fovs nlaying and, as an evidence or their appreciation the gentlemen Who were the promoters promised tney -s,anld take up voluntary contripu- lion for the boys during the concert. t r;overnor Jelks and members of ms stan with Mrs. and Miss Jelks. went so Point Clear this morning on tne Ssa.,- A. pleasure Bay Before leaving SoV- -r,,of Jel,xs said it was more than pos eif,le ha would spend tomorrow at me
 AZ gao o'clock dress parade was neic rsat,fanant- Colonel H. B. Kenned, com mandinR. In spite of the tremenoou' downpour at noon there was a lal outpouring of people to visit camps any witness the dress parade. .rx four companies gave an exhibitor drilf in extended formation. The Tyr lowing orders were read:
 E4eaduuarters 3rd Infantry. A. N. S-
 Camp B. L. Holt, -
 Mobile, Ala, July lotn. General Orders No. i5:
 The thanks of regiment are extenoee fo Hon. S Lyons of Mobile and his klno ness in securing the camp site or the regiment and for other courtesies ex' tended. Brigadier General R. s. Legen Inspector General Alabama National Guard will inspect the camI tomorrow at 10 o'clock. By or der, Colonel McKleroy, w. F. Johnston Captain and Adjutant Detail for to morrow. Officer of the day, Captain N s. Walker. H. Company; officer ol guard, Second Lieutenant w. G. Bull lard, I Company; Junior officer of tht guard. Second Lieutenant g. E. Posey A Company.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16
Gulrport Wins Again

Mobile, July 15.-(SpeciaL )--GuIf- port won today's game in the first three innings, Reab who relieved Clark. hold ing them safe after that. Vicksburg made Q game fight but fell short one run. Clark started to pitch but his in different playing called forth howls from the grandstand and he was re- lieved by Reab, Bryant was knocked out in the fifth, Bolin taking his place. Score by innings:
 RHE. Gulfport OPS 900 ooo-5 10 5 Vicksburg =. .. 900 220 000--4 g 4 Batteries-Bryant, Bolin and Krebs; Clark, Reab and Braun,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16

+. F. Cooper. who has been spending sometime at Perdido has returned home
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16

Miss Carrie Middiebrooks has gon tc Montgomery to visit relatives
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16
Social and Persona

James D Gamble, a former resident of this city, but who is now making his home in Birmin Eham, spent today in Selma. MT. Gamble has made warm friends here and he was cordially greeted by them all today.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16

Mrs. ". H. Jones of Birmingham, is a visitor to the city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16

Mir. ana Mrs. Charles J. westphal of Birniinghsn. reached Selma last night and spent today in the city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16

caloosa. who have been the guests or Miss Annie Bett whithy during the en- campment. returned to their home yss- terday afternoon.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16

N. A. HnnRerford has gone to his home at Dcwagiac. Mich, where hs will spend few weeks
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16

bless him. He's a man. He is welcome to my silver--and more, too, If could find him."
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16

If we gave tn. devil hAS due many prominent politicians would be. among the missing.-New York Herald.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16
Political Gossip.

With the coming of the soldier boys of the 3rd infantry, Alabama National Guard. came a number Of prominent Aiabamians. candidates for office in the gift of the dear people. Among these noted here are Hon. Henry B. Gray, of ant Governor; Hon. Thomas c. McClel- Ian. of Athens, candidate for associate justice of the Supreme Court of Ala bama; Hon. T. w. Coleman, of Annis- ton. also a candidate for associate justice, and Hon. Charles Henderson. of Alabama. who is an aspirant for honors. Hon. John H. Bankhead, can didate for alternate United States senator. will arrive in the county and speak at Whistler on the night of Thursday. July 19 at 8 o'clock, and will address the white voters in Mobile on the night of Friday, the goth.
 An interesting circular bearing on the agricultural interests of the Cane Brake section and South Alabama as well, just at this time. has been re- ceived here. It announces that the Ag- ricultural meeting to be held on July 19, has been changed to Uniontown for the same date. The program embrac- es. so the circular states. agricultural speaking, tournament, barbecue and baseball in the day time and a corona tion ball at night Several Mobilians will go to Uniontown to enjoy the festivities.
 One candidate who came very near to being overlooked among those pres ent in Mobile during the present en- campment of the srd infantry Is Ad- jutant General W. W. Brandon, of Tuscaloosa. who Is an aspirant for the office of auditor. General Brandon has a large following among the local military and civilians and has met with much favor during his stay.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16

Miss Mittie Ellen Ashley of Mont" gomery. and Miss Ellen Ashley of Tus-.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16

Mrs. J. H. Marion and sister. will leave in few days for points in Hi nois. where they will spend month.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1906-07-16
General Council 10 Meet.

# The regular monthly meeting night of the General Council falls on the fif- teenth of the month. This being Sun day the meeting will be held tomorrow night Among other matters to come up will be the final action on the fourth paving venture of the Board of Public Works,
 Mention was made in The Advertiser of the conference between the two bodies the past week wherein an agree ,ment of an amicable nature was weach- cd. This venture will call for vituli- thic paving on Government Street from Broad to Ann and for concreted wood .en blocks on Dauphin from Claiborne to Catherine Street. Another important matter which is to come up will be a revision of the recently enacted milk inspection ordinance which, the City Court Judge held on an appeal to be erroneous and not sufficiently stable to hold, Tn handing town his decision Judge O. J. Semmes took occasion to call attention to the defects in the orr dinance and the Board of Health mas seen to tt to have these defects renne died. It is expected prompt action will be taken by the Council. Another matter which is likely 10 come up w'li be the report of the Street Committee on franchise to the Mobile Light and Railroad Company for right of way over certain unoccupied streets for. the building and operating Of an electric railway.