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The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Appendicitis
How To Avoid 1t and Escape surei-
 cal Operation, Told By One Who Knows.
A Simple Method That Is Always
 Effic acious

A Simple Method That Is Always
 Efficacious.
 It has only been a few years since it was discovered that surgical operation would cure appendicitis; in fact, it has been but. a short time since the disease was discovered and named
 Whenever there is an infamed condi- ton of the appendix, caused by impacted faeces in the small cavity opening into the intestine. you then have appendi- citis.
 The older doctors used to call this in- fammation of the bowels and were pug zled to know the cause.
 Even now. with all the knowledge we have of the disease. medical man can tell you why we should have an kopendix, why we find it, where it is. or what are it's functions, if it has any.
 The disease for which the operation is a cure Is usually caused by indigestion, and in many cases follows a large and indigestible meal.
 Physicians have until recently recom- mended an operation, but now, as it Is known that 1t Is caused by indigestion, or dyspepsia, a cure without an operation Is assured.
 Where the patient is treated with Stuarts Dyspepsia Tablets. the unhealthy conditions ns-prevailing rapidly disappear, the stomach and intestnes- are placed back in their normal condition, every organ of the body operates as 1t should, and the inflammation is reduced and the operation is avoided.
 Conscientious physicians. who are look ing after the best interests of their pa tients, will always keep a supply of stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets handy in their office, where in cases of sudden attacks of indigestion they can relieve the pa- tient at once.
 There is no record of a case of ap- pendicitis where the stomach and bowels were in a healthy condition and properly digested the food from meal to meal. No better advice can be given to any one who has attacks of indigestion. or who has been threatened with appendl- citis, than to tell him to go to the drug store. pay 50 cents and take home a package of Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets. Whenever heartburn. gas in stomach or bowels. heart disease or stomach troubles. sour eructions, acidity or fer mentation are present. act at once. Take a dose of the Tablets and get relief as soon as possible. At all druggists-50 cents.
 Send us your name and address today and we will at once send you by mail a sample package free. Address F. A. Stuart Co.,. 15o Stuart Bldg, Marshall, Mich-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Reception At Slye Home.

MT. and Mrs. r.. NJ. Syle gave a recep- ton this evening at their home on Nine- teenth street. in honor of Rev and Mrs b. B. Glasgow.
 The affair was one of the most de- lghtful events that has been given in Ensley this season. Mrs. D. A. Echols and Mrs. ]. H. Jones assisted Mrs. Slye in receiving.
 During the evening dainty refreshments were served, including a delicious fruit punch. Mrs J. w. Brigman presided over the punch bowl.
 Among those present were Rev. and Mrs. B. B. Glasgow, MT. and Mrs. J. w. Brgman, MT and Mrs. w. A Settle, MT. and Mrs J. A. Echols, MT. and Mrs. J. II. Jones, Dr. and Mrs. w. w. MoTyiere, MT. and Mrs. E. B. Knsore' MT. and Mrs Sharp, MT. and Mrs J. Furniss Lee, Prof and Mrs. T. R. Wal ker. Mir. and Mrs. J. F. Shaneyfelt' MT. and Mrs Ali Sanderfor6, Dr. and Mrs. w. B. Row, MT. and Mrs. R. Nor rison; Mrs. Mode Cunningham Mrs \. II. Mcclure, Mrs. A. C. Russell Mrs' | C Jordan Mrs S. H. Slye; Miss ran nie Reid, Miss Sara Gelder, Miss Oma D. Minor. Miss Maud Scott, Miss Elta Donaldson. Miss I4fda Reilly; Dr. A. w. Avervt. MT. J. b. Leslie Rev, h. A, Reagor, MT Roscoe Scott MT. Clip foll- ,,,llc pr. E. w. Fonville, MT. A. c.. Picks and Mir. C. H. Mandy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Lindsay Kills kiernan.

Mobile, December 12.-Advices from Thomasville, Clark county, this state, say that T. J. Kiernan, bumper for the Southern railway at that place, was shot and killed by W. H. Lindsey, veterin- ary surgeon and gunsmth. Three shots were fired, all of which took effect, caus- ing death in an hour. It Is claimed that Lindsey was an important witness against Kiernan, who. was indicted fo- killing his wife. The men are said to have quarreled on Wednesday and re- newed it yesterday. Lindsey claims self defense. The coroners jury rendered no verdict. There were many witnesses to the shooting Both men were prominent in the community.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
w. E. BIRT ON TRIAL. Chief of Police Is Charged With Kill ing Man Held as Prisoner.

Gadsden. December 2-(Special) )--W E. Birt, chief of police of Attalla, is on trial in the city court today for the kill ing of Frank Miller In that city In the early fall.
 Birt had Miller under arrest and had put him in the city prison when he es- capped and in the melee that followed was shot and killed. Chief Birt claims that the Killing was done in self defense and as Miller is said to have been q rough character, 1t is quite likely that the off ce- was justified in what. under other circumstances, would be considered a too hasty action.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
BESSEMER COUNCIL
 UNABLE ID AGREE A. B. & A. Franchise Is Bone
 of Contention PULL IN DIFFERENT WAYS Bessemer Elks Attend Social Session In Birminsham-Methodist Board of Stewards Holds Meeting.
 Personal and General.

Bessemer, December -(Special)-- Up to the present time it seems abso-
 lutely impossible for the members of the city council to agree on the fran
 chise that is being asked for by the
 Atlanta, Birmin gham and Atlantic rail-
 road for the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company. The rail- road company has asked that the power company be allowed to run it's lines down Second avenue.
 As usual whenever anything of ais who want it to run down some par
 ticular street, and they always make it a point to state that they do not
 care personally, but on the other hand,
 they believe sit would be for the best
 good of the city and all concerned.
 This rule held good in this as in many others. M
 The road has informed the city that
 they want the franchise granted them
 on Second avenue. but of course it is
 understood that if the city is going to holn them up on this proposition. they will simply have to take what they can get, and try to be satisfied. It has been pointed out by several prominent
 men that it is bad business to keep putting the road off.
 Alderman Winters stated this evening that he was in favor of granting the
 road the franchise that they had asked
 for and he believed 1t should be done at once. He stated that the road is coming into the city and they expect to enter it within the next couple of
 months.
 They have asked for no special favors
 but on the other hand they have paid their way just as they went, and what s
 more they paid good prices for the property obtained.
 When Alderman Lewis was ap- preached on the subject he stated that
 it did not matter to him which way the electric company was allowed to run in order to get into their station, but he stated that he had a good many people come to him with regard to having the fine go down Third avenue and he had only talked to very few that wanted it to go down Second avenue. It is understood that some of the aldermen will make fight to have the matter settled at the next regular meeting of the council, which will be | on Tuesday evening.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
SUCCESSFUL OPERATION.
Mrs. Alice Lonsworth Is Operated
 Upon For Appendicitis.

Washington. December 12.-Mrs. Alice Longworth, wife of Representative Mich olas Longworth, and daughter of Presi- dent Roosevelt, was operated upon for ap- pendicitis shortly after 10 o'clock today. The operation, which was performed at the White House by Dr. Finney of Johns Hopkins hospital. Baltimore, assisted by pr. Sophie Nordhoff-Jung and Surgeon General Rixey of the navy, was declared by Dr. Rixey to have been successful in every particular, and to have left the pa tient in excellent condition.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
ELLIS BRANDON DROWNED.
Is Thrown or Falls From Steamer
 Dixie Into Coosa River.

Gadsden, December 12-tspecial)-E Brandon, a prominent farmer of Fowl CTS Ferry, was drowned in the Coosa river below the city this morning. Bran don was on the steamer Dixie which wa5 on a trip down the river for a raft of logs which he had sold to the Kyle Lumber Co, in this city. He either fell or was thrown overheard and drowned. H. was on deck with several negroes when last seen by the engineer ana if the negroes know anything about his death they have so far concealed their knowledge.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Money For Christmas.

Decatur, December 12.-(Special.)-H is thought that the Louisville and Nash vile railroad will pay their employees in the Decaturs Saturday. All cash will be pa.. out this month. Last month only on ,-fourth cash was paid and the rest in checks. These checks were handled, however, without much inconvenience to t,., men, The pay roll in the Decaturs tnis month will amount to about S125. GOO. This will make lively Christmas in the Decaturs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
SOUTHERN WILL
 KEEP 2 1-2C RATE
J. S. 3. Thompson of the Railway Com pany and Governor Conner Come
 To An Agreement.

Montgomery December 12.-(Special)- )- at meeting held in the office of Gov ernor Conner today an agreement was reached on the part of the Southern rail- way to keep in force the 21a cent pas senger rates until the other state rate questions are settled.
 An agreement was made some time ago that this road would keep in in Ala bama as low a rate as it maintained in any other state. While no agreed rate is on in any of the other states lower than 2& cents, which Alabama now all lows. cases are pending and 1t was thought best to leave it at 21s cents for the time. The road was represented by l. S. B. Thompson, assistant to President Finley
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
NEW RECORD MADE AT THE STEEL PLANT Over 600 Tons of Steel Rolled
 Yesterday RECEPTION Al SLY.E HOME Eagles Give Delightful Dance In EnsleyAPersonal and General
 News of the Steel
 City.

Ensley, December 2-(Specia1)-A new record was established at the rail mill department of the steel plant today Over 500 tons of steel was rolled. This is much higher than all previous records. All the departments of the mill are doing well and new records are being made daily. Last Monday the blooming mill sur passed the former record, 253 ingots hay ing been made The officials of the mill are much pleased at the success the mill is making and indications point to this month being a general record breaker The new construction work is being pushed as rapidly as possible and several more furnaces will be shortly added to the present plant
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Neuro Found Dead.

Gadsden, December 12.-tSpecial.) )-Wil- liam Jackson, negro of Altoona was found dead last night as the result of a bullet hole in his head. A negro woman who lived in another part of the same house claims to have seen the man shoot himself but as he was known to have several hundred dollars there is a sus- picion that he was murdered Jackson was a miner, and was employed at the mines of the Southern Steel company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Postal Changes.

Washington, December l2.-tspecial)- Rural carriers appointed; Athens, route No 6, Angus c. Moreland, carrier; James C. Moreland, substitute Cherokee, route No 1, James l.. Cross. carrier; George Moore, substitute. Crosby. route No. 1, Daniel NJ. Simmons, carrier; Alva B. Sim mons, substitute Haleysvlle, route No. 3, G. E. Tedder, carrier; Henry Hanson, substitute. Troy, route No. 3, D. J. Bout well. carrier; James M Lassiter. substi- tue. Postmaster appointed: Palos, Jeffer- son county, Henry P. Berry. Peternan, Monroe county, Walter P. Moore.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Attend Session.

A number of Bessemer Elks and their friends attended the social session given by the Birmingham lodge of Elks and the affair was without doubt one of the most enjoyable that the lodge has eyer given. The music was good and the speeches were great Several of the actors from the Majestic came over at the conclusion of the show and entertained the crowd for an hour or more. Among those that went over from Bessemer were F. A. Ll- tie, Rudolph Waglen, G. B. Hollings- worth, Sam Stein, MT. Hannon and II. N. Freeman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Militia To Escort Negro.

Jackson, Miss, December 12.-fSpecialo Captain Farley has been ordered to Nicksburg again tomorrow morning with hls military company, to protect Jim Lums, negro now In Jackson jail, and who is charged with the murder of Ben Guider a prominent young white man. Lums case is due to come to trial to- morrow and the court has asked for military protection, fearing that in the event of change of venue or acqulttal Guders friends will attempt to lynch him. Adiutant General Fridge will ac- company the company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
NEGRO IS ARRESTED.
Is Charged With complicity In Recent
 Race Trouble at Gordo.

Tuscaloosa, December 12.-A posse head ed by Marshal Daniel came here today from Gordo in search of the negro Bob Lowe, who is said to have started the recent race troubles in Pickens county.
 Lowe is charged with having shot and killed his brother and wounded the of- ficer who had arrested him. Lowe was not located, but another negro name1 Grimes was arrested and taken back to Gordo, charged with complicity in the shooting
 Marshal Daniel stated that the trouble had been greatly exaggerated, and that only one negro, Lowe, who was shot by his brother had been killed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
New Governors Appointment.

Frankfort, Ky, December Ex-Governor Wilson today appointed Maj. P, P. John son of Lexington adjutant general to sue ceed Henry R. Lawrence, resigned. Major Johnson Is a noted Confederate soldiers He will go tomorrow to Hopkinsvils in command of the state troops ordered there.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
insurance Values.

Insurance Commissioner Frank N. Julian says that the question of values Is now worrying the big insurance com panies, with the slump in prices Securi- ties that were high a year ago are low now, yet the companies want the state to accept the values in the way of reserve that prevailed in 1906. Just what will be done can not now be said. but 1t IS likely that the values of a year or more ago will not be as good as the states will desire.
 The question will come up at the meet ing of the commissioners to be held De- cember IS in Louisville, at which MT. Julian will very likely attend. There will be many other questions of interest to be taken up at the same time, and 1t Is expected that Alabama will l~have a lead ing part in the good work that is being done, this state taking as it has for some years advanced ground in all matters of insuranceg
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
A Good Hog Record.

Decatur, December 2.-(Special) )-Trin- ity. seven miles west of Decatur. has gained the reputation as one of the great est hog raising districts in North Ala bama. A. Pool of that place has just killed an 1S-months-old porker that weigh de 325 pounds. The Rev. M. N. Morris of Trinity killed q i6-months-old hog that netted 3s0 pounds, but James F. Davis, who resides near the same place, broke the record with a 15-months-old pig that netted 40l pounds.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Safe Blowers Get s55o.

Troy, December 12.-The safe in the store of Mathis & Mott of Banks 10 miles from here, was last night blown open by robbers, who are said to have secured $550 in cash. Bloodhounds put on the trail failed to run down the ccl- prits. Two tramps. who were arrested near Troy on suspicion and placed in jail here, deny any knowledge of the robbery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Bazar Is Given.

The bazar and supper given by the ladies of the Presbyterian church at the Presbyterian hall on Nineteenth street this evening was decided success. An elegant turkey supper was served and the affair was well patronized during the entire evening. A fine line of fancy work was offered for sale and quite a neat lit- tie sum was realized by the ladies in charge The bazar will continue through tomorrow and supper will be served again tomorrow evening.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
pr. Rountree Is Hurt.

Hartselle, December 12.-tSpecial. )-Dr. s. l.. Rountree, a prominent physician near here, sustained a fall few days bed in right serious condition. Since getting the fall he has developed pneu- monia and is a very sick man. His son, Dr. w S. Rountree of Birmingham, Is with him and will remain until recovery
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Senator Mallory Is Better.

Pensacola. December 12.-Unlted States Senator stephen Mallory, who is serious ly i'll at the home of his nephew, Dr. Mallory Kennedy. in this city, is said to have passed restful day today. The sen- ator's physician announced that while his condition is serious 1t is not critical.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Memphis Couple Welded.

Jackson. Miss, December 12.-(specialD Joseph Gilbert and Miss Pet Brown of Memphis were married here today, a week ahead, of the date set for big church wedding at Memphis. Mir. Gill bert is cashier of the Mddlesex Banking company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Development at Porter.

Porter, December 12.-(Special. 1.-The ly developed this place and Is pushing things right along. regardless of the panic. In the near future the company will open up another slope and will also build 100 coke ovens.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
SEABOARD

The On Time Line. I'm proved service effective e, Wednesday, December 11th the 4:15 pm. train for Atlanta car ries Parlor car with broiler.
 THE SMOOTH WAY
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
Eaoles' Ball.

The Eagles lodge of this city gave de- iiphtful dance at their hall on Hineteenth street this evening. The event was thoroughly delightful one. and the gen tlemen in charge were voted royal enter tainers Mir. J. w. Swan acted as floor manager. He was ably assisted by MT. w. II. Daniel.
 Dur,ng the evening a prize waltz was given, and the prize for the pest laus waltzer was awarded to Miss Mary "h- son. and the prize for the gentleman was won by MT. owen Culpepper.
 The prize for the handsomest iady on the floor was captured by MISS Brown.
 The dancing was greatly enjoyed. anl the local orchestra furnished delightful music,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-13
CHRISTMAS EYE E-GLASSES

Nothing more appropriate or would be more appreciated than a pair of those dressy Eye-Glasses. Eyes tested after Christmas. Jas. H. Finder Manufacturing and Scientific Optician, ooS N. 18th street Bell phone 56s.
Live Oak daily Democrat. (Live Oak, Fla.) 190?-190?, 1907-10-19
NOTICE.

l have sold my drug business to
Miss Myrtle Wade. who will continue
the business as heretofore.
| assume all the liabilities and VII
collect all accounts due the old Live
Oak Drug Company.
l thank my customers who have
been so liberal with their patronage
and ask that they continue 10 pat
rOnage the business. W. II. BELL.
Live Oak daily Democrat. (Live Oak, Fla.) 190?-190?, 1907-10-19
COTTON Is ROTTING
Because Pic&erS Are Scarce In Spite
OF High Wages Offered.
Gainesville Sum

The farmers of the Sea Island cot
ton belt, irrespective OF any particu-
lar locality. seem to be up against
it" good and hard this season. Not
withstanding that the crop is reported
to be anywhere from % 10 80 Is per
cent short throughout the belt. the
matter OF gathering that of che plant
which did mature is proving a dit-
ficult problem. according to the re
port OF a number OF growers Owing
to the numerous naval stores and
lumber plants in operation through
out this section OF the country. al
clamoring for labor and paying good
wages, it has been a problem to
secure pickers, and it was reported
here Wednesday tRat growers are Of
fering from s1.25 10 $1.75 per hun
dred pounds for gatAering,the staple.
and labor is scarce al thai. In form
er years pickeA have beSh accustom-
ed 10 receive anN>avesragk of seventy
five cents per hundred br their labor
last year the priceSgofg to 81, and
in some very unusual distances $I.25
per hundred This| dbndition of at
fairs is laid AZ the doIrs Of the mill
men and turpentF1e operators. as
the growers declare they are respon-
sible. However, these men are not to
blame. as they are as badly in need
of help as the cotton grower. There
should be no scarcity OF pickers ct
the figures offered, however. as wo-
men and children. who are unfit for
mill and turpentine work. make ad-
mirable cotton piohers- Neverthe-
less, it is the case that pickers are in
demand, the staple in many instances
is rusting and rotting in the boil. and
the situation al present looks any
thing but favorable.
Live Oak daily Democrat. (Live Oak, Fla.) 190?-190?, 1907-10-19

Men are as-sAsAsSl about showing
their goodness a5fthsf >sre bold In
Droclaimins it
Live Oak daily Democrat. (Live Oak, Fla.) 190?-190?, 1907-10-19
Notice To Oar Customers.

We are pleased to announce that
Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs.
colds and lung troubles is not affecl-
ed by the National Pure Food and
Drug law as It contains no opiates or
other harmful drugs, and We recon-
mend it as safe remedy for child
rem ard adults. CITY Phar-
macy. oct-dws
Live Oak daily Democrat. (Live Oak, Fla.) 190?-190?, 1907-10-19
What Case Is.

Benjamin F. Hughes. the negro for
whose death the complainant sues,
was arrested in DuvaI county on 4
charge of larceny. To this informa-
ton he pleaded guilty in the GRIMM
al court of record, and was sentenced
to term Of imprisonment in the
convict camps Hughes served his
term, and atfthe end thereof return
ed to Jacksonville. He was in i'll
health, and claimed that his physical
condition was due to severe whippIngs
Live Oak daily Democrat. (Live Oak, Fla.) 190?-190?, 1907-10-19
Live Oak BOttleing Works Sole Agents.

from the several counties OF the
State. BIttenbach & Co. are engag-
cd IN the phosphate business. con-
Quoting it on a large scale in Cttrrs
and other counties and In this sufr
they are made co-defendants with
hawls, as sub-Iessees.
The charges have not yet been filed
IN the circuit coprt, but it is under
stood that they will be practically tho
same as those made by Hughes up-
on MS return from the camp.
Live Oak daily Democrat. (Live Oak, Fla.) 190?-190?, 1907-10-19
WANTS S5O,pOO DAMAGES
For Death Of Her Husband In Flor
ida Convict Camp.

Suit for $4,000 for the alleged
causing OF tho death of Benjamin
+ Hughes, colQred. has been brought
IN the circuit cPurt by Clara Hughes.
widow of the deceased. against the
iessees and sUb-Iessccs Of the con-
victs.
The defendants in the suit are S.
A Rawls, societs Anonyme la Flori-
dienne and J. Bsttenback & Co.
foreign corporation, doing business
under the laws OF the State OF Flor
ida. The last-nained company has
It's headquarters ID Belgium, Europe
Inc suit is an action ex-delicto. and
manages, as stated above, are set at
HoO'VOO- Harwick, Farris * Jen-
nings are counsel for the complain
ant The papers were filed yester-
day morning in the circuit court here.
and then forwarded to Citrus county
for record there.