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The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
DEATH OF MIR. NICHOLS.
4 Popular Citlsen of Troy Passes
 Away.

4 Popular Citizen of Troy Passes
 Away.
 Troy, March 2l.--(Special )--Jeptha Nichols died at his home on South Three Notch Street this morning after an illness of nearly nine weeks.
 Mir. Nichols was one of the most pop ular and highly respected young men ever reared in this community and had barely reached the prime of manhood. He had just passed his 31st year and was we'll known throughout the Ccun- ty, having served for quite while as office Deputy under his brother Sheriff Sam Reeves Later he was engaged in the insurance business, leaving that business to engage in the mercantile business at Slocomb.
 At the time of his death he was a member of the grocery firm of Nichols Brothers in this city
 Mir. Nichols married Miss Addie Roll Iins of this city in November. 1905. who with an infant daughter. survives him. He was a member of Pike Lodge No. sS Knights of Pythias and was held in the highest esteem and love by the members of his lodge.
 The burial took place at Oakwood Cemetery this afternoon at o'clock with Pythian honors
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
SEVEN NEGROES HELD.
Suspected of MurdeFfng Jim Bullock
 Near Evergreen

A-AA8RNSAS&
 Near Evergreen.
 Evergreen, March 2l.-(Special. J. Seven negroes. three men and four wo- men, were arrested yesterday by sheriff J. F. Irwin. and Deputies w. B James and Eli Hines and placed in gall here, charged with the murder of Jim Bullock, another negro.
 The negroes arrested are George Tarrow, Orris Farrow. William Far row, Pearlie Nolan, Lillie Aarons. Ja- nie Barnett, and Mary Young. There will probably be several more arrests made in few days.
 Bullock was found last Sunday morning on the track of the Louls- viile and Nashville Railroad with his head and both legs cut off. The en- ginser on train No. IS saw lis body on the track. but not in time to stop his train.
 The verdict of the coroner's jury was that Bullock came to his death by gunshot wounds in the hands of a party or parties unknown. The off gers found a solled handkerchief and a piece of an undershirt near where Che negro was found. There was no blood on either.
 It is stated that the negro was probably murdered about g o'clock Saturday night and his body placed on the track before daylight Sunday morning.
 A preliminary hearing will probably he given the negroes in jail in a few days.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
NO NEED FOR LAWYERS.
All Defendants Plead Guilty In Laud,
 dale Court,


 dale Court.
 Florence, March -(6peciaD-Some of the lawyers at the Florence bar complain at the turn affairs have taken at this term of court, a condition exist Ing which is unprecedented in the his- tory of the Lauderdale County bar.
 At the end of three full days of court. not single case has gone to trial, and there is no prospect that matters will mend during the balance of the week. This remarkable condition is due to the fact that every prisoner arrsigned has pleaded guilty, many of them not em- ploying a lawyer at all
 This morning a forfeiture was taken against the bondsmen of Luke Ashner, charged with disposing of mortgagad property, he failing to appear when his case was called. Max simon, who runs a pool room. was arraigned this morn ing on the charge of allowing minors to play. He acknowledged his guilt and agreed to plead guilty at the next term of court and pay a fine of $50. John Turner, Jr.. pleaded guilty to selling liquor to minors and was fined
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
NTELDS GOES NORTH
UNITED sTAT7ns ATTORNEY WILL
 LEAVE MOBILE TO-DAY.
Wffi wo to East to Confer Over the Hcnduras Lottery Cases--Eariy
 Vegetables in seufh

Mobile. March a Special )---The attorney general of the United States has issusd orders for Attorney Fields to Ego North from here at once where he will confer with attorneys in Philadelphia. New York and Boston in reference to the Honduras lottery cases.
 MT. Nields announces that he will leave tomorrow at noon, Mrs. Yields, in the meantime, will spend g few days in Savannah, Ga, with friends.
 Attorney w. 1T. Armbrecht will remain In Mobile. arranging all the matters necessary fer a rapid pros- ecutien of the case when 1t comes to trial in April. Secret service men municatien with the district attorneys office in this city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
FAIRHOPE PYTHIANS
SIXTY MEMBERS OF ORDER GO
 FROM MOBILE.
New Lodge is Instituted With Due Formaiify and Elects its Om- eers--Preparing for Grand
 Lodge at Brewton.

Mobile. March 21.--(Special. )--A new lodge of the Knights of Pythias was instituted at Fairhope. across the bay, last evening. About sixty members of the order from Mobile went over to participate in the ceremonies, return ing today
 Those who acted as grand oficers and took part were D. B. Cobbs, J. D. Bloch, B. Y. Locke. F. F. Conway, Henry Simon. J. H. Pugh and Jack Mcclinnon, and numerous others as- sisted them, including E. W. Goss, Captain Dewitt Camp, H. O. Horton. T. l.. Cheatham and G. ". Smith.
 Officers for the Fairhope Lodge were elected as follows: Four past chan cellors. D. H. $. Greene, Charles Nj. Nelson. James P. Slocum and Allan Grimes; Chancellor Commander, James P. Slocum; Vice Chancellor. Charles M Nelson; Prelate. J. NJ. Myrfck; Mas ter of Work. Allen c. Grimes; Keeper of Records and Seals. R. B. Grimm, Master of Finance, J. B. McGill; NJ. of E., J. Nj. Pitcher; Inner Guard, T. J. McGill Outer Guard, W. T. Dunn; Representative to Grand Lodge in Mo- bile in May. James P. Slocum; L.. D. G. C., H. c. Greene; Trustees, J. M. Pill cher. H. J. Burroughs and H. s. Cree no; Deputy District Committeeman. R. 8. Griffin; delegates to Brewton con- vention, Charles Nj. Nelson, Allen c. Grimes. W. T. Dunn, J. B. McGill, J. W. Mckenzie, Walter r. Bishop, T. J. McGiii, J. R. Myrick and B. F. Kyser
 A coincidence was that on the night of March 12 Mir. Cobbs instituted a new lodge at Pollard, Ala, putting fifteen men into the first two ranks and four teen into the third. and he did the same thing at Fairhope last night. But one man was taken in at Fairhope by card and two at Pollard
 Mir. Cobbs says there are several more new lodges to be instituted in this section before the Grand Lodge meeting The attendance at Brewton is expected to be almost as large as that of the Grand Lodge meeting here.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
SHERMAN IS DISMISSED.
Evidence Against am Actor Did N
 MaferfaIfxe

Evidence Against an Actor Did Not
 Materialize.
 Mobile, March 21.-(Special by Long Distance Telephone 1.-The case of Mel sherman, the vaudeville actor, charged with obtaining money under false pre- lenses, was called in the Inferior Court today and after a trial lasting sev- eral hours he was released from cus- tody. the court holding that the evil dence was not sufficient to hold him.
 The plaintiff in the case was J. K. Vollmar, who alleges that sherman ob- tained $6 from him. It is reported that Sherman will sue Vollmar for defama- tion of character,
 The case of Jim Dismuke. ~pegro was called in the City Court today, but on account of the absence of witnesses was reset for next Saturday morning. Dismuke is charged with the killing of Herbert Walker a negro, with a shovel. in the yards of the Southern Railway.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
Selma Man Advanced .

c. T. Airey, who holds the position of Assistant General Freight Agent of the Central of Georgia with headquar- ters in Savannah, spent today in Selma MT Airey was born and reared in Sei- ma and Is always a welcome visitor here. He is one of the many young men of this city who in recent years has won rapid promotion in the rail- road world.
 MT. Airey has held the position of Assistant General Freight Agent of the Central of Georgia for sometime but on the first of April he will be appoint ed to higher oflce. Circulars were sent out from the headquarters of the road in Savannah today announcing that MT. Airey had been appointed to the position of Freight Trafflc Mana ger and that he will take up the duties of his new office on the first of the coming month.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
DEATH OF MRS. BLACK.
Ohio Woman Passes Away In Tusea-


 Tuscaloosa, March 1.-(SpeciaI. )-- The death of Mrs. Fannie Black, nee Miss May Loveman, of Cleveland. Ohio, occurred at the residence of Mrs. H. Rosenau at $40 o'clock last night. She was In her sixty-seventh year.
 The remains were taken 10 Cleve- land for burial.
 B. Friedman and Company, and Loveman, have sold approximately 5000 acres of mineral land in the up- per end of the county at a price of s10 per acre. M. J. Lodge is the buyer. He was formerly General Manager of the Central Company's furnaces at Holt It is reported that a number of mines will be opened on this land at an early date.
 Mrs. A. B. McEachin returned from Chicago yesterday. accompanied by Mrs. Letourneau. who will spend some weeks in thls city.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
veweasIea ln sfarket

Southern Alabama Is already send ing out its carly vegetables New cabbagss are being shipped from thts point northward and also to the Cen- tral American countries. English peas have been on the market for several days. the price being s4 per bushel. Vegetables in this part of the State soens to ba much earlier this year than for several years. Con sidering the season, the prices are low
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
Meeting of Card CIuh

The members of the Married Ladies' Euchre Club spent delightful after noon yesterday with Mrs. August Rothchilds, who entertained them in her usual agreeable manner at her home on Broad Street.
 Vases of cut flowers and ferns were used to decorate the apartments used to accommodate the guests. Euchre was played and the prize, a beautiful handpainted plate, was won by Mrs. Albert Meyer. A two-eourse luncheon was served.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

$50 and costs. William Richardson beaded guilty to like charge and was fined $50 and costs. Dennis Williams, Horace Burns and Harper Jones each pleaded guilty to gaming and was fined $20 and costs. Frank Maaseii pleaded guilty to selling liquor with out a license and was fined $50 and costs.
 Tom Bevis, an aged white man under indictment for attempted criminal as- sault. was granted a continuance until the September term of court.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
REVIVAL IN SELMA
MUCH INTEREST IN DR. wALToN's
 SERVICES.
Several Auxiliary Meetings Are Held Daiiy--New Traffic Manager of
 Central ia a Selma
Advertiser Bureau.


 Selma, March 21. Interest In the revival meeting which is being conducted at the Broad Street Presbyterian Church by Evangelist Walton continues to increase.
 Each of the daily services is attend ed by large congregations and the ser mons are listened to with close atten- tion. Excellent musical programs are rendered at each service by Messrs. Preston and Jolly, who are assisted by members of the choirs of the different churches of the city.
 As an outcome of the revival at s o'clock each morning there Is held q prayer meeting at the Alabama Street Presbyterian Church In the eastern part of the city. These meetings are also attended by a large number of per- sons. At many homes throughout the city on Tuesday and Thursday after moons there are held cottage prayer meetings which are attended by those who live in the neighborhood.
 The interest in the revival is so great that it is expected 1t will be con- tinued several weeks. Much good has been accomplished and many names have been added to the membership of the different churches.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
Mrs. Strauss Entertains |.

Mrs. Sam Strauss was the charming hostess yesterday afternoon for the members of the Wednesday Card Club and some other friends when she enter tained them at the home of Mrs. H. E. Elkan on LaudeFdale Street.
 The parlors were tastefully deco rated for the occasion with ferns and numerous bowls of lilies. Euchre was played and the club prize, a gold bar pin, fell to Miss Addie Elkan. Miss Emily Friedman won the guests prize a lovely book. and a dainty handker- chief was won by Miss Bertha Schus- ter.
 At conclusion of the games a three course luncheon was enjoyed.
 Besides the club members those pres. ent were Misses Emily Friedman, Der tha Schuster, Estelle Adler, Gertie Meyer of Mobile, Florie Stern and Mrs Elkan.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

Port Eads. March s1.--Arrived steam ers-Civilian, eBr.) Goldman, Liverpool and sailed for Galveston. VitaIia, (Nor.) LangIie, Eienfuegos; Regina, Cuban, Baste, Havana; Corinto, (Nor.) Gundersen, Bluefields wit Port Limon; Atlantian, (B) iHghton, Liverpool; Appomattox, (Br.) Madeira, Port Lirnon.
 Sailed steamers-Ben Nevis, (Br.) Pritchard, Rotterdam, via Newport News; Dictator, (Nor.) Gunvaldsen, Ceiba and Fl Provenir: Custodian (Br) Brown Liverpooi iBitschner, (Ger.) Schummert. Hamburg; Utstein. (Nor) Knudsen, Puerto Cortez; viator, (Nor) Thorsen, Cuba; Harry T. Inge. Norse- berg. Port Barrios via Belize and Puer- to Cortez
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
will Fix Clock.

Workmen have begun the erection of scaffolding around the County Court House, preparatory to replacing the clock deranged by the September storm, and making other necessary re- pairs. Dials and hands of the clock are expected to reach the city on the Mallory Line steamer reaching port this week, and the big and greatly missed time piece will be put in order.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
An Enioxahle nnnee.

After delighting an appTeciative au- dience last evening at the Academy of Music, the members of the University Glee Club were complimented with dance at the Elks Home.
 About fifteen young couples and many society stags were present. and the occasion was a very enjoyable one. Music was furnished by Dunklins or- chestra.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
The Negro Fair

Another mass meeting has been call- ed by the people behind the proposed national negro fair. This will be held tomorrow evening at 7:s0 o'clock at the Bethel A. M. E. Church. it is probable that the capital stock of the association will be increased to sio0,- 900 and 12,000 extra shares of stock will be placed. on the market.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
VESSEL CAME BACK
JOHN WILSON SAILED AHEAD OF
 HER TIME.
0fzciais Deny That Central American War Had Anything to Do With
 Steamers Return to.

Mobile, March 21.-(SpeciaI. )--The fruit steamer John Wilson came back into port this morning. having been ordered back by the office at New Or leans. It is one of the United Fruit Company's steamers and left port yes terday for Port Limon.
 The local office was seen this morn ing fin regard to its return said that the war in the Central American coun- tries had nothing to do with the re- turn; simply that orders had become mixed and that the vessel had sailed before it was desired to leave by the head office at New Orleans.
 The Norwegian fruiter Fort Morgan sailed today for Bocas del Toro. The fruiters Helen and Columbia are now due with banana cargoes.
 The steamer Asiatic sailed today for Gulfport to finish a cargo which had been begun at this port The steamer sWestIane also sailed today for conti- mental ports.
 The British steamer Ashanti arrived today from New York. light, consigned to the Elder Dempster Company.
 The Norwegian steamer Hellas, Brit tsh steamer Barton and British bark entine Persia. have arrived at this port. the last two light.
 The taking of depositions in the case of the American Banana Company vs. The United Fruit. Company was con- ftnued in Judge Toulmin's office today. zfessrs. Jack Ross and J. M. Cleaver and Kettles were examined today.
 Another steamboat combination is expected to result in the next few days Counsel was consulted about the consolidation of the interests of two competing boats, and 1t was said that business is very dull. too poor to sup port two boats fighting each other. The line in which the boats will run Is not known.
 6. c. Jemison, young white man. was arraigned before Recorder Clarke this morning on the charge of vag- rancy.
 Jemison was before Judge Clarke on q charge of dangerous and suspicious few dave ago and was given the choice of leaving the city or paying a heavy fine.
 It was proved at the hearing this morning after Jemison having been re- arrested on not leaving the city, that he was living in disreputable house and he acknowledged that he had no occupation.
 Jemison when asked why he did not leave the city as instructed by the Re- corder, stated that he did. but re- turned last night to get his effects when he was arrested.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
Death of pr. DennIson.

News has been received in this city of the death of Dr. Frank Dennison at Waco. Tex, yesterday. Dr. Denni- son was brother of E. B. Denuisen of this city and had many friends here who will hear of his death with much regret. He had been an invalid for some time and had travelled much in the hope of hnding some relief.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
sEABoARD AIR LINE
 RAILWAY.
Improved Passenger Service to Savannah With Pullman Buffet Sleeping
 Gag.

Note particularly the new night train which consists of PULLMAN BUFFET SLEEPING CARS and Day Coaches between Montgomery- and Savannah without change; making close connection at Savannah for all EASTERN POINTS, Richmond, Washington, New York and with Coastwise Steamships for Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York and Boston. For full information write or call on
 ... JOHN H. KETNER,
 Commercial Agent, Exchange Hotel. Montgomery. Ala
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
FOUND HER HUsBANp.
Body Found at COden Was Not That (
 William Smith.

William Smith,
 Mobile. March 21.-(Special. )--In a letter received today, Mrs. William Smith. of St. Louis, who came to this city several weeks ago and made 8 trip to coden to ascertain if the man who had suicided there by shooting himself was her husband, states that her husband had been found In a small town in Colorado
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
March

Pensacola. March 21. --Arrived: :: Cleared. Ship Ferreira, Port, Barris, Rio Janeiro. Sailed: Barks Roman Planiel. Urug., Cazanavos. Marseilles Orietofo Colombo. It., -, Licatas Sicily; Bark Fredernsborg. Dan. kir- by Conraky.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
MARINE NEWS.

Mobile, March 21.--Arrived: Barken- tine Persia (Br), Cogswell. Havana.
 Cleared: Strs Asiatic (Br.), Norman, Guifport; Trafalgar (Br.), Thorsen, Santiago.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
Coming of T. P. A. omcera.

There was error In the report of the coming of the Travellers Protective Association officials to Selma on Fri day, March g. The national officers who will be present are W. A. Kirch- hoff. National Representative; Louis T. LaBeaurne, National Secretary; ". c. Hudson. National Director, and Robert Cunningham. President of Alabama Di- vision.
 A public meeting will be held at the city hall at ?. m. to which all citf- zens are invited. The visiting ofnciais will be welcomed by the Mayor and will address Selma citizens on dues- tions of interest. It Is hoped a large audience will be present.
 After this meeting 6 banquet will be given to the visitors. to which menl- bers of the local post and the press have been invited.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
NelDs Of Mobile Society.

Ffskin of Seattle. Bridge also formed one of the mornings diversions.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

New Orleans. March 21.-Cieared steamers-Harry T. 1nge. (Nor) Zee berg, Port Barrios, via Belize and Puerto Cortez.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

Mir. and Mrs Andrew Strauss en- tertained the Pedro Club this evening.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
Hot Meather in Lol

Hot Weather in Louisville. Louisville, Ky, March 21.--All warm weather records for March were brok- en today. the thermometer registering ST.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

Misses Helen and Gertrude Smith are planning a visit to Montgomery after Easter.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

Mrs. L.. J. Davis entertained at a luncheon Tuesday at her home on Le Moyne Street. Her guests were: Mrs Lane of Cincinnati Mrs. skinner of Parkersburg. W. Va; Mrs. P. c. Dawes and Mrs. Curtis of Marietta, O.. and Mrs. E. F.. Davis.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

Visit the Montgomery Theatoriun, z4 North Court St. Cooiest place in the city. 1T
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

The Country Club was a popular spot today and the broad varandah was a delightful place to loaf away a perfect spring morning, in total forgetfuiness of the duties awaiting one at the other end of the electric car line. The Bowl ing Club with Miss Olive McNilian
 formed one little group. and another luncheon party was arranged in honor
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
The nefhel Concert i.

Mobile, March Especial )--The regular monthly Bethel Concert took place this evening, the musical pro- gram being under the direction of Mrs. J. S. Barrett. Mrs- Frances Inge and Miss Grace Bestor.
 The following program was given: Vocal solo--Miss Heustis.
 A recitation by Miss Emma Porter Pope.
 Vocal solo--Mr. F. Planck.
 Vocal solo--Aiss Elcie Fry.
 Whistling solo--Miss Kittie Belle Sterling.
 Recitation--Miss Ella Pickens.
 vocal solo--Mrs. George Leftwitch. Vocal solo--Mrs. W. F. Tebbetts.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

A delightful day at the Country Club was enjoyed yesterday by Mobile aud visiting matrons and maids, the party being arranged for Miss Prince Of Wheeling, W. Va. Miss Lawson of Greensboro. Ala. Miss Raymond of New York, Miss Mccarthy of Los Angeles, Mrs. L.. c. Parker of New York and Mrs. Frank Ellis of Fort Worth. Mo- bile was represented by Mrs. H. P. vass, Miss Vass, Mrs. Charles Shaw han, Mrs. J. woolf, Mrs. G. NJ. Luce, Mrs. Frank Ruse. Mrs. W. K. Syson, Mrs. L.. H. Horn. Mrs. c. W. Coates. Mrs. John Quill, Mrs. Holcomb Quill. Mrs. Horace Beavens, Mrs. Asbbei Hubbard, Miss Kate Moslander.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
PILES CIrREn IN ( I'D tA nAYs

FAZo OINTMENT is guaranteed to cure any case of Itching, Blind, Bleeding or Pro-
 truding Piles in to 14 days or money re- funded. bOc. non-wad- fri
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

Malaria Makes Pale Rlood. The old Standard Groves Tastsles0 Chill system. Sold by all dealers for 2T years. Price 50 cenLa --frl
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

The speediest route to independenee --Daybreak Fertilizers.
 Marks 4 Gayle.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

Miss Blanche New will be hostess on Saturday evening for the Bachelor
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

An smart and progressive people use she DaybReak Fertilizers. Do yOuH
 Marks d& Gayle.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

MT. Al Grayson has returned home from Opelika where he has been for the past few weeks.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

daughter Matilda, are spending a few days at Bates Farm with relatives.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

Mrs. L. c. Parker returned to New York immediately after Easter. Later she will join a party of friends in a visit to the Jamestown exposition.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
Social and PersonaI

Miss Grace Nelson has returned home after pleasant visit to relatives in Birmingham.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

lives. returned to Greensboro. N. C.. this afternoon.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

Hon. J. Nj. Milie- of Linden was a visitor to Selma toGay.
  Mrs. Margaret Reese of Berlin is vis- iting relatives here
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

Mrs. Reese Dudley of White Hall is In the city visiting relatives.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

Mrs Emma B. Harris. who has been spending weeks in the city with TeIa~
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22
Central of Georgia Railway
ARRIVE

ALI TRAINS DAILY. For further informstlon write er agply to c. L. Wolf City PasssnGpR Agent, l0s Mo9t- gemsry Street: S. T. suratt. D. T. A.. Mont KomeFy. Ala
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-03-22

The taking of depositions In the case of the American Banana Company vs. The United Fruit. Company was con- ftnued in Judge Toulmin's office today. zfessrs. Jack Ross and J. M. Cleaver and Kettles were examined today.