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The daily morning journal and courier., 1907-05-09

While Uruguay has extensive bank ing facilities, fully adequate to the con- duct of business, not one American
 bank Is to be found in Montevideo.
 There are sixteen banks in the city, four of which are English and eight native. It Is thought that the estab- lishment of an American banking house, with branches in surrounding cities, would greatly serve to promote American business.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1907-05-09
EA1&ratanm

MIR. FREDERICK WELD will engage the services of limited number of good singers for corus choir. Voices tried at lS9 Orange St.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1907-05-09

A waterworks scheme is about to be undertaken in Cape Colony, South Af- rica, by the government. Already $75,- 900 has been spent in preliminary work, A total outlay of $S,6OOOO0 is contem- plated. The water is to be piped forty miles to Cape Town and adjacent towns. Debentures are to be foated, pumping apparatus, engines, boilers, pipe, etc, will be needed.
The daily morning journal and courier., 1907-05-09

The Charleston News and Courier says: If our northern friends would un- derstand why 1t is that the northern Democracy is so largely distrusted throughout the country, they will find the reason in the Democratic opposition which has been offered to Governor Hughes in Kelsey's case. The defeat of Governor Hughes will not hurt him in the public estimation, but rather will it strengthen him, because he has acted in this development of the insurance scandals with most admirable spirit,
 The death In Chichester recently of Admiral H. St, L. Palliser removes one of the holders of the secret" of the buried treasure on Cocos Island, to re-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
Hoodoo Negro Falls
 Into Hdnds of Constdbulnry

doc oil were also in the collection. A small piece of dried mole skin was also there His pockets were full of the strange stun.
 In the collection was q bottfe of whlskey, and when he was arrested he oHered drink to some of the trus- tiGg about the jail but even though they liked the fiery liquid they refused to take drink after the hoodo man had had 1t on his per. son.
 The -conjure man immediately be- came the star prisoner and when he was seen by reporter he stated that friend of his had told him some years ago that If he would take dif- ferent kind of roots and carry them about his person that he would be relieved of all his ailments. He did this, ate some of them at times, ac- cording to the moon and also at the changesgof the moon he threw away some of hfs collection and got some more roots. Those who have been acquainted with the actions of the old time negro stated that this is a true specimen of the old time conjure man the kind that has almost passed but of existence. The negro ia not ex. actly old, but he has all the require. ments of . first class conjure mar Of the old days
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The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
PEACE OFFICERS MUST
 CARRY OWN ARTILLERY
They Are Disturbed Over Reading oa
 New Law.

Whether or not the deputy sheriRs Twill be required to carry pistol with A two foot barrel is matter of vital interest to the men who heip 10 kesp peace in Montgomery County. Sherins and police officers are not specially provided for in the new law that goes into effect soon and they are wonder- Ing If they will also be required to tote the miniature rifles It seems so from the law.
 So far they have not had any trouble with the smaller sized guns that they have been able to conveniently carry in a scabbard under their coat and they would all regret if the new law would change the custom. The new law says that no pistol shall be carried unless if had a barrel that Is at least twenty four inches long. Should many per sons in Alabama want gun that IS within the requirements of the law, a new one will have to be invented, or one that has been obsolete will have to be resurrected. Several of the deputy sheriffs are of the opinion that if the law is enforced to the letter that they may be requireG to carry the long guns. but each one of them objects to being made a piece of moving artillery In that manner.
 "One thing Is certain, we won't have much trouble with concealed weapon cases if that law is enforced" said q prominent deputy sheriff yesterday. "The fellow that can ebnceal one of those guns will have a job on his hands sure enough. I believe that hereafter we will have to change the charge to 'bearing arms" against the provisions of the law"
 At any rate the new law has stir red the sheriff's and police departments up somewhat and they are all wonder ing if they will have to throw away their handy little guns and secure IT. f1as after the law goes into effect.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
POLICE MAKE GIFTS
CHIEF TAYLOR AND CAPTAIN
 SMITH RECIPIENTS.
Hseas or Department Receive ExpFes- siens Of Love And Cenndence
 Of Men On Force,

Chief of Police w. H. Taylor and Captain J. Miles Smith ware the re- cfpients yesterday afternoon of hand some presents. the gifts of the local police department. Chief Tayier's pres ent. magnificent twenty-one jewel gold watch, was given by the entire department of the city. while Captain Smiths remembrance, . beautiful pair of gold cuff buttons, studded with dia- monds. was the gift of the night men of the force.
 The presentation ceremonies, atten- dant upon the offerings. were begun at o'clock. Recorder E. F. Baber, in speech expressing the felicity of the night men in being able to remember the official with whom they were di- rectly associated, made short but eloquent address, complimenting Cap tain Smith upon his good fortune Tn having won the love and confidence oI the force, and congratulatfng him upon his good success in having to work with such body of loyal and appre- ciative policemen. Captain smiin made . short speech in reply to the words of the Recorder. thanking the donors for their expression of good will and pledging an everlasting appre- ciation of the honor bestowed.
 Upon the return of the day shift to Police Headquarters Chief Taylor was presented with the open face Waltham, watch, the presentation speech being made by Recorder Baber. Referring 70 the recipient of the departments signai honor as the best Chief of Police or the best Police Department that Montgom- cry has ever had" the Recorder re- viewed the work of the department and of it's chief, and attributed to Chief Taylor the excellent results which the department has been reaping ever since his assumption of the office.
 ssThis gift with which l have been commissioned to surprise you" the Re- corder said, "comes from the staiwart men of the city, who know you to be credit to. themselves as well as to the city, The bond of love which ex- fists between you fs the direct cause Of this expression of their gratitude; their realization of your worth is what has instigated them to. make demonstra- ton of their affection. They wish you a happy ChristmaS and desire that l express for them sthe hope that you might remain with them for many years, in the same capacity which you now so diligently and conscientiousiy fill"
 Tn response to the words of Recorder Baber Chief Taylor thanked the de- partment for their munificence, and presented each man of the department with a cigar, the gift of c. P. Ander- son. Roundsman Pat J. Sweeney 4iso presented each man with an onerng. his wish for the happiest ChrissmAs yet, and many more years of service. On the back of the watch given to Chtef Taylor is to be inscribed the initials of the chief, wv. H. T." and next to the works. within the case, will be inscribed From the Police De- partment Christmas of 1907"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
GIFTS FOR cHI IDREN
 AT NEIGHBORH00D HOUSE

Fully one hundred children were made happy yesterday by the gifts that were distributed at the Neighbor- hood House in West End. The gifts were distributed from table loaded with good things in the nursery of th9 Neighborhood House in West End. The rifts were distributed from & table loaded with good things in the nurse ry of the Neighborhood House.
 Rev. Willis c. Clark, who is In charge of the church, The Holy Inno- cents at West End, made an appro- priate talk. and started the distribu- tionl To each child present was given some toy and plenty of candy.
 Not only were the children made hap py, but whole families were provided with baskets loaded with good things for the Christmas dinner today. In all, about thirty of these baskets were distributed to certain families in that section of the city. A number of the mothers also attended the Christmas tree at the Neighborhood House earlier in the afternoon.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25

Of all the unique characters that have been picked up by the sh@riffs department in some time thes one which arrived yesterday holds- the record. ss
 It was in the person of one xordan Thomas, negro conjurey and h6odn man of the old school. and he had all the necessary requirements to make him look like the real thing
 Thomas was picked up on awar- rant for being q bit greedy in deal in which bale of cotton figured prominently and when he appeared af the jail nothing particularly strange was noticed about him. But when Jaiier Pettus began to seorch him he was astonfshed at the conglomeration of rabbits foots and dried herbs that he found in the negro,s pockets There were peculiar looking sacks, contain ing small stoneS and seeds and other things that probably only fhoodo n,an could explain.
 \ He had i've rabbits foots and they were ak of the left hind leg, ac- cording to the negro's own statement .every one of these rabbits was killed in graveyard on . moonlight night. IA quantity of snake-root and devils shoestring was alsof found in the col- lection Small balls of hair. witches hair. 1t Is said. and bottles of real hoo-
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
EXPERIMENT. NEGRO
 GETS SIX-MONTH SENTENCE

Z Because of impertinence in court and disinclination on his part to abide the mandates of Captain Miles Smith and Recorder E., F. Baber. Charles Daley a negro, charged with vagrancy. was yesterday sentenced by the Recorder to labor service of six months on the hardest streets to be found in the city
 Daley. according to Recorder Baber was toe much inclined to talk Re. monstrance from Captain Smith, the prosecuting official. brought forth nm, pertinence rather than a cessation of the objections. Remonstranees from Recorder Baber brought on more of the objections, and the penalty was in- fiicted as means of helping to show the necessity of polite attention and ready compliance while before the Judgment bar.
 Daley was arrested Tuesday.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
EXERCISES FOR XMAS
THREE CHURCHES WILL HAVE RE-
 LIGIOUS CEREMONIES.
St. Peters, st. Johnss and west End [. Missien, WiIl Observe the Day.
 Masons Will Also Have Gus
 tomary Ceremonien. 9

Christmas will be celebrated today in St. Peters Catholic Church. in St. Johns Epescopal Church and in the Mission at West End. In addition to this. many of the charitable. organixa- tions of the churches and the city at as happy as possible for every one In
 At St. Johns there will be two serv- ices. the first being an early celebra- ton of the Holy Communion at i7:a0 o'clock and the second at morning pray CT. sermon and Holy Communion at II o'clock. For the day there has been special arrangement of music, which includes many beautiful selections in keeping with the day.
 At St Peters Catholic Church the day will be celebrated with the sol- emnity characteristic of that church. There will be six masses said in the church during the day. the first begin- hing at o'clock. The hours for the others. will be 6. 2. 9. s:s0 and 10:so o'clock, the last being high mass followed by Benediction of the Most Blessed Sacrament
 Rev. Father Costello will say the first three ofsthe six masses and Rev. A, de Stockalper, S. J., of Spring Hill Col lege, Mobile, will say the last three Rev. Father Savage will say three naaSSpS bHortiy atteF nffunfght Christi mas morning at St. Mary's Academy. in accordance with a special indult of the Holy See, in favor of religious commu- mites.
 There will be special music at the church, and 1t is announced that the selections and the rendition will be bet ter than usual at the celebration of the Christmas Day.
 The Masons will observe the day at II o'clock this morning in the office Of Grand Secretary George A. Beau champ in the Masonic Temple. All Knights Tempiar are urged to be pres ent at that hour to keep d custom which the order has observed since it's foundation. A toast will be proposed to The Most Eminent Grand Master. Henry Warren Rugg. and a response from the Grand Master will be read to the assembled Knights.
 Among the charitable societies of the city many boxes will have been packed and many baskets loaded for distribution to the poor of the city and to needy institutions.
 Following their usual custom the Elks will distribute many baskets of provisions throughout the city Church aid societies will distribute good things to the poor in the city and at the va rious institutions for which their so- ciety was organized.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
REFEREE THOMPSON
 DID NOT TALK POLITICS

Referee J. o, Thompson, of Birning- ham. passed through Montgomery yes-' terday evening en route home after spending a short time at Tuskegee. While here he gave out no statement as to the political situation as seen from his view point.
 nj is genarliy understood now that MT. Thompson was connected with the eorteIyou boom which burst when the President made his final announcement that lie would mot be candidate for 2 third term. EAt present the Taft
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
HOURS AT POsTOFFICE.
Windows VIII Be Open for the Accom-.
 mOdati0n of Public.

owing to Christmas being a legal holiday there will be but one delivery of mail during the. day. All of the routes in the morning but they will not make a delivery in the afternoon. The mall on the rural routes will be deliv- cred as usual. t..
 |The general delivery window at the postoffice will be open from 7:30 a. m. to 10 a. m. and from a. m. to 8 p. m. {. the stamp window will be open from 7:sO a. m. to 10 a. m. and the registry department will do business between a. m. and 10 a. m. The money order division will be closed all day.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
BIC XMAS BILL TO-DAY.
 New Crescent Theatre.
 Lula Lea Earl Company,
 Singing-rDancing. Do not miss this-10 cents.-ady.
RAID ON VAGRANTS
POLICE DEPARTMENr ARRESTED ELEVEN WOMEN YESTERDAY.
Two of Them Were White Women-- officers Went Out on the
 Raid In the After

Nine negresses and two white wo- men, charged with vagrancy. were yes terday brought to police headquarters by officers Jackson. Graham and smith, Hammond and Cloud, and appeared m police court yesterday afternoon. The raid for the vagranfs was made be- tween tlle hours of and o'clock, and the activity on the part of the police department resulted directly in aug menting the city treasury by $Ss after a trial of only three of the cases.
 The white women arrested were Min nie Dickerman and Maud Terrey, both of whom were cited to answer to the charges preferred against them on Thursday, December 26. Three of the negresses, Josephine Nichols. Viola Todd and Rosa Johnson were fined slo and costs upon conviction. and charged by Recorder Baber to discontinue their practices or suffer ssverer penalty or the law.
 The trials of the following negresses were postponed until the 26th Of De cember: Bettie Davis, Rochelle VII Hams. Luvonia Russell Alma cram berry, Rosa Jones and Carrie Jackson.
 snecsnI Holiday Bill Today
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
NEGROES STILL BUYING
 LICENSES FOR CHRISTMAS

No Less Than Thirty Eight Were Sold
 Yesterday.
 Business at the Probate Judges of- flee yesterday was very much In keep ing with that of the merchants about town and the old record of Montgom- cry County regarding negro marriages at Christmas time was again equaled If not bettered little, Yesterday the negroes kept coming 10 the office with such rapidity that the marriage license book was never closed. In all there were thirty-eight issued which brings the number well up with that of last wear.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25

people claim that they have full sway in Alabama but if this Is true 1t seems to be the only strictly Southern state that has made any general demonstra- ton in favor of the Secretary.
 It is rumored that Mir. Thompson mas again gotten into the good graces of the administration as evidenced by two or three minor appointments that were made according to his recommendation, The recommendation of these men were received at the White House several weeks before the split in Republican circles in Alabama came.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
GOOD TIME AT JAIL.

Camp Stew win be Served to All the
 Prisoners.
 Everybody connected with the coun- ty jail will have a good time today The prisoners will have first class camp stew. fixed up with all the trim mings that makes that dish good. Sher- iff Hood has invited all the deputies out to his house for a big egg-nog, so that not only the prisoners but the men who do the work for the sher- frs department will enjoy Christmas in the real oid-fashioned style
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25

 WANTED--SALESMEN.

WANTED,--For 1908. Experienced salesman Attractive line for retail trade. Worth $500 monthly, and better, to producers. Position permanent to energetic and reliable men
 Box 574, Dept. 51, Chicago, H. --s-ft
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
England shIpn Bullion.

London, Dec. -24.-Bullion amounting to f73.0O0 was taken into the Bank of England today, and f51.000 was with drawn for shipment to the United States
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
WANTED-FEMALE HELP.

wANrEp-white girls to do general house work in private homes; fair wages, modsr- vte work. good treatment and good oppor-
 tunities. Those who wish . situation and
 live out of town may write The Salvation Army. Montgomery. Ala. Otherwise may call at ai7 Whitman St. or phone -s2l. ---A-ts
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
TWENTIETH.

NEW and second hand typewriters for sale, machines of all makes rented. repaired and exehanged: supplies and accessories H- L. Dayant. successor to Terry & Davant. ~-t<
 
 DOES this interest you7 No. RemtuRton No. Remington sas; all in good condLtiou. and guaranteed for one year. Southefn TypS~ writer Exchange. No. 20. comrneree el
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25

Don't miss the Big Sale.
 All Shoes 20 Per Cent. or. For Cash Only. (No credIt.) Nobie-Goode-TayIor Shoe Co,
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
WOODENWARE.

a IN 1 PoLIsh--The best polish. makes brilliant shine preserves the shoes and i1 easily applied, we are distrlbuters for MQnt~ house certificates. taken in any amount N payment of goods or on account Mout3ozzz~ cry Wooden Ware Co.,. 2sT N.cours sl
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25

WANTED---After January first position by
 pharmacist of six years experience. Grad. uate, and registered in Alabama. Address Druggist" care Advertiser. ---s-bt
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIEs.

wANTED--General Agent for high grade ! seated i5 H. P. Automobile start now for 1908 don't walt. capital required. bix profits Pullman M. V. Co.,. 5O3 Fishar Bta&A
 Chicago -i1 "
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
COAL

OUR Acton Helena Is the best coal mined . We make no exceptions. It burns freely.
 leaves no clinkers and few ashes. Try cur high grade red ash nut Banks cu4i Cos Phone 76s. ~~tf
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
WANTED-TO BUY,
WANTED-sITUATION.

wANTED-To buy 100 pounds good. cies linen or cotton rags The Advertiser Co.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25

Special Holiday Bill Today
 AT THEATORIUM. New Talking Pictures, New Songs. Only 10 Cents all Day.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
WANTED-RooM OR BOARD

s~~----r>->-----~-~~----- WANTED-Two furnished rooms suitable for light house keeping. by man and wife. Ad- dress W. S.. Hall. City. General Delivery.
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The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25

cHANcE-For Printer. "Beae0n'' Newspanss
 and job office for lease at once Write at wire. H. q. Bennera Greensboro Ala. 1sz@xi
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
wANTED-MALE.H HELP.

ELECTRICAL Workers Wanted--we can fit you for a good. weil-paid position an electrician. or electric railway. lighting OF dynamo station foreman. or superintendent or telephone manager. We can teach you by mail in your spare time and at small cost. The only qualification needed Is ability to read and write and will to succeed. Write today, stating the subject which interests you I. c. S.. Box 1sss E. Scranton. Pa.
 Fl -(S)-su-wed wANTED-Four hrst-ciass solicitors to be- gin work on high-class proposition on Jan.
 uary 1st. Address Safety" care AdyertIs. er. giving experience. --a-tf PREsSMEN wANTED--One cylinder. ons platen. non union. SIS and SIS. nine hours. also feeders. Commercial Printing Co.,. Mo. bile, Ala --s-tt
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
PRINTING

WANTED-Your printing for degsra. biiis of lading. dray ticketA circulars or any thing in printing that is a auantityx We have an automatic press. the only 0ns in ,he state. Prompt service; teieDhons ns at ies Woodruff Co. q
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
FOR SALE REAL ESTATE.

FOR SALE CHEAP--Two new housss and six rooms. lot 5oxiso. Address Ae1 439. it-<'
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
VEHICLES

WE HAVE on hand new delivery wagons; also new one-horse drays- Bowdoin Light
 Carriage Co. If
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
SPECIAL

800 MEN WAIVED in Montgomery, each day to get shaved for 10c by white barbers at the Metropolitan Barber shop .fe Monroe St., the only Toe shop In the city, run by white barhers All first class Barbare. AT.' l.. Thomas. Proprietor. --tf
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
MULES AND HORSES.

ali kinds on hand. also good supply of horses. Abraham Bros. Horse Mule Co.,
 I2S Lee St. 301 N. Perry St. -tf
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
FINANJIAL.

MoNEYto loan on watches diamonds Jew elry. guns and pistols: don't worry your 10 us; our business Is strictly confidential
 Montgomery Loan Go, --tf
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
FOR RENT--ROCMS.

FOR RENT-Rooms completely furnished for housekeeping. All conveniences 2o7 Hol.
 combe St. --i;
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
/. PICTURE FRAMES.

TRESSLAR,S STUDIO-Frames made to
 order. Beautify home--buy pictures We have e beautiful and diversified showing of new subjects Sec them. --tf
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
MONEY TO LOAN

WE HAVE MONEY to loan on farm Iands
 The State Abstract Company. IT South Perry Bt 2T-tf
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
SAND.
CHANDELIERS.

WE, manufacture our own fixtures. eonse- qdentiy we sell to the consumer at factory prices West Elk ;trss' co.. TIT Commerce St.. Phone s2s. --tf
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25

JAMES GALLAGHER--Referen Firs National and Fourth National Banks c Montgomery. --i
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
LOST.

LosT-.A small gold pin in the shape of . dragonAor butterfly. green enamel. If found please return and get reward. Alex Rice
 --fs-zk sTRAYED-without bridle or halter a bay mare pony build. defect in right eye. Reward # returned to Abe We'll 2e7 Conn merce
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-12-25
ENGRAVING.

wANTED--You to illustrate ybg& ada wsth l our cuts: they add 35 per csht to the l attractiyeness of any ad. talk lt over with l The Advq ger Engraving Company. Phpna
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