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The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1907-04-13

An occasional dose Of Priclly Ash
Bitters keeps the system healthy.
wards off disease and maintains
strength and energy.
The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1907-04-13

Read The Times for III the News
The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1907-04-13

In another part of the town we
have three 3-room tenant houses that
rent for $3.50 per month each.
Houses are year old, are substan-
TALLY built, and could not now be
erected for the amount they were
built last year. Price $3.50. The
locality has not had a vacant house
for any length of time for years. This
property will be sold for 5000 down,
balance in two yearly payments at
per cent. Don't overlook this OPP
portunity.
The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1907-04-13
A Small Plantation-Will Pay for
Itself

On the Bogue we have a I2o-acre
plantation, 100 acres in cultivation
that offers a genuine bargain to some
purchaser. The place is now leased
for FIVE years for $2,25o; $3.50 will
buy the place. Lease notes will be
transferred and the balance can be
paid in cash Here is a chance for
an investor to get 40 acres of the
best land in the Delta at bargain.
We can sell you any size or de-
scription of plantation you want.
Our plantation list consists of places
that are the most productive and
make the best investments
The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1907-04-13

We have a vacant lot 6ox18o feet
deep, in good locality. that will be
sold for cash. Lot needs no grading,
and is higher than other lots in that
locality, and is offered now at price
almost ridiculous.
The Greenville times. [volume] (Greenville, Miss.) 1868-1917, 1907-04-13

We have other lots that will in
terest any builder who wants a Local
houses. We have some of the
cheapest in the town. Don't neglect
looking at these lots when you want
any kind of property.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-08-01

worn to travel in. "Evsn if you are poor. you might keep your face clean I wouldn't have blamAd you much H you had taken a cake of the doctors soap-he uses awfuliy nice soap." re- miniscently.
 Would you--er-like cup of tea- or are you above eating with a burg lar?"
 Her young eyes were hungry-it had been hours since Mrs. Jordans early dinner--she hesitated-then held out her hand
 'I'll take the tea." she said finally. and I'm going to tell you why I'm not going to turn you over to the police The doctor allowed just the proper amount of surprised joy to beam in his face. You are going to let me go?' ne gasped.
 She nodded her head ahirmativeiy. "Yes-because-rm a thief too.' she said almost in a. whisper. It was a real emotion that appeared | on the doctors face then. What the dev--what do you mean? he sasped :,
 "Oh-I didn't take :he teapots-I took-everything." miserably. He forked a sardine out of the box and settled himself comfortably. Sup pose you tell me about it-maybe we | could help each other out of hole" his voice was full of kindness
 "I took the whole nat" she said for lornly, and told him how she had yielded to temptation to save her little bit of money.
 Little woman, don't you mind. don't believe that chump of doctor would mind a bit if he knew. It he did | he wouldn't be much of man In my opinion. You needn't even think of it. and you may stay here a week longer and be safely cleared out before he gets back to-the hat," he finished lamely.
 "Do you think might?" she asked eagerly.
 ''T know you may" with a convinc- ing air, and you haven't done any thing wrong. you've even done the man a good turn-haven't you kept me from stealing his silver? And you have talk ed to me like I was a human being. l promise you I'll never attempt to steal another teapot as long as l live
 If you would stop stealing and hx yourself respectfully you would look really nice-and could get job. she encouraged. You don't look like common burglar.
 He took the satchel from the floor trying to hide the fast that he was choking over the idea of not looking hopelessly degraded.
 "Whenever I get respectable-1 shall want to thank you for what you have done for me-will you tell me your name?" he asked as he stood in the doorway
 Marjorie Kershaw-and I will be glad to help you get a job." interested in his reformation.
 The doctor thought of the usual "Jobs" he met with and smiled. Good night. Miss.-I hope I'll be changed man when you see me again." He went out, leaving her staring blankly at thu door.
 Firm in her desolve to give the mar } chance to reform. without starting handicapped, Marjorie did not tell ever Martha of her adventure. When, there fore. Mrs. Sedley, the principal of the preparatory school in which Marjorie taught that fall. called in Dr. Ingram to treat Miss Kershaw's spraiped ankle she had no idea that she was furnish ing the sequel to the affair.
 Miss Kershaw. I think Dr. Ingram can soon have that foot feeling more
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-08-01
REPORTS FINDINGS.
D- s,,,th Says Portland Cement Can be
 '' Made From Limestone.

Dr Smith Says Portland Ceme" S~ "o
 Made From Limestone:
 Huntsville July 31.-(Special )-pr Eu- ~.n. Smith State Geologist, has forward .d to inc special committee of the uBsiness Mans Club a report on his findings durlng his racent trip to this locality. He made an analvsis of t.e clay and limestone found on Monte Sano and expressed the opinion that hoth are all right for Portland cemen$ mak- inr This is certainly the case with the limestone, he says. and probably also with the clay He says there is no doubt that thera is an abundance of raw. materials for Portland cement making at many points in thi. immediate vicinity. Dr. Smith expresses hiself as being anxious for someone to bore a deep we'll through the Trenton limestone for oil He says that this stone which is the oil bearing rock of the territory in the states northward. is about thousand feet below the surface. MT. McCallery's report, he says contains many notices of oil and gas and he has little doubt that if investi- cations are continued and sufficient num- ber of borings made. oil will be round Tn paying quantity somewhere in this region. Joe Harbn white man of rBownsboro was arrested Tuesday afternoon on a charge | of robbery. ..- man named Reese struck up l with Harbin Monday night and Reese got | drunk, landing in the city prison. He missed | his watch. some money and other articles ! ofyalue when he awoke from his stupor and immediately made a charge against Harbin | Harbin was captured by the polic4 and the | articles described by Reese were found in | his pockets.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-08-01
News of Milton.

Milton, Fla, July 31.-(Special.)-- Monday night the younger set joined in surprise party to Miss Annie Wheat.
 Those who took part were Misse, Annie Moneyway, Carrie Hanna, Cali, Gentry. Hattie Berry. Mae Sue Mills Keturah Hayes, Iris Mann, S. E. Stew. art; Messrs. Brant Ellis. Charles Cobb W. F. Monroe, Will Barry, H. C. Mon. roe, Albert Jones. Jay Gainer Newman Gentry. Culver Cobb and Bowers Camp. bell.
 Last night a number of young people | were entertained by Mrs. L. c. Fishe, in honor of her sister, Miss Bessie West of Bolts,
 Mrs. R. E. Petersen entertained the Wednesday Euchre Club. Miss S. A. Hemphill of Vernon won the visitors pJrize and Mrs. T. F. West the club prize.
 Mrs. c. V. Waugh, who has be ,n visiting her daughter, Mrs. A. Rev. erly Aymard, returned to her home in West Point, Va, this morning.
 Mrs. Eldridge has returned to her homo in Apalachicola after a pleasant visit to the family of her son. pr. H. E. Eldridge.
 Woodmen of the World Circle, recently organized here, will be held to initiate members and elect officers.
 Monday night the first meeting of an Eastern Star Chapter will be held in the Masonic Hall here with initiation of members and election of officers.
 Mrs. H. B. Eldridge and Miss Eva Jernigap spent yesterday in Pensa- cola.
 Miss Emma Gentry of Pensacola vis- ited relatives here this week.
 nA Mrc AndorQnn and children will leave in a few days to spend a months vacation with Mrs. Anderson's parents in Asheville, N. C.. and other points in the East.
 Miss Ida Hemphill. Miss Sallie Hemp hill and Mrs Frank Boghich, who have been visiting Mrs. c. E. Campbell in Chumuckla. returned last night.
 Mrs. W. A. Watson and little daugh- ter, Genivieve, have returned to Pen mother, Mrs. M. F. Bruce. of Bagdad.
 MT. and Mrs. Will Mitchell and daughter arrived from Lumberton, Miss. this morning to visit MT. Mitch ellis mother. Mrs. Charles Clark.
 MT. and Mrs. c. F. Turner of De Funiak are visiting Mrs. Turner's pa- rents, MT. and Mrs. L. l.. Aymard.
 Mrs. A. M. Beers. who has been visiting her mother, Mrs. M. l.. Mo Whorter, for several weeks past Will join her daughter, Mrs. St, John Charlins, in Chicago, in a few days.
 Miss Robbie Curtis of Pensacola Is the guest of her sister. Mrs. J. A. Bryant. for several days.
 - William McCary, Sr., left yesterday on a business visit to Mobile. Mrs. T. B. Brashears and Miss -au- ra Brashears have returned from a ten days visit in Montgomery and Prattville, Ala.
 Mrs. Cal White left yesterday to visit relatives in Pensacola. Mrs. Frank Mathews left yesterday | for Westville. MT. and Mrs. Henry Francis of Laurel Hill spent a few days here with relatives. On their return they were | accompanied by MT. Francis's mother
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-08-01
THE MTRUDERS.
By Troy Auis0n.

By Troy Auie0D. Copyrighted, 1907 by. Homer spraeue. The janitor's wife allowed herself to hesitate and was lost There's an .n.rtment YOU might use for a while, Miss Marjorie it wouldn't cost auy- thing. and your little mite of money would last longer
 Marjorie Kershaw's young face frightened. Martha, you always were a dear, just like you used to be when you and Bob lived on the farm next to our place.
 Martha Jordan nodded her head. T never thought I'd live to see you with out relatives. coming to work for your living in the city, Miss Marjorie, she said dolefully.
 The girls face clouded. Poor old ather, He never knew how to manage things. I believe it was the thought of leaving me unprovided TOT that hastened his death"
 Mrs Jordan took a latch key from behind the clock. "Dearie, you might as we'll use the hat-it won't do any harm, and it will make your money hold out longer. Dr. Ingram won't know the difference"
 "But-would it be right%' the girl hesftated. "and suppose he should ma out!'
 "Not much chance" Martha said air fly. 'Dr. Ingram has gone to Denver to get back his nerve. He left this Key so could water his plants. The doc- tors crazy over plants. and his front room looks like a flower garden"
 The girl reveled in the luxury of the apartment Accustomed to the plain ness of . rambling old country house the Turkish rugs and the artistic furnishings seemed the height of maxnifcence. She succeeded In se- curing a position to teach primary music in a private school-after much worry and many letters written py tne rector of her home church. She was to board and room at the school when the term commenced-and she thought regretfully of giving up her present artistic quarters.
 Mrs. Jordan received one afternoon . letter telling her when to have the rooms ready-and Marjorie Kershaw sprinkled the doctors plants that night
 She determined to make some pay ment for her free lodging-so she took from the top of the bookcase the old silver tray with it's tea service-she would polish the doctors silver and leave his apartments in good condition She probably spent too much energy on the first place, for. yawning in the coming twilight. she leaned back or the pillows of the couch. the silver spread around on the floor. and fell fast asleep.
 If old Mrs. Van Lear had not chosen to get sick and to have refused to allow any one except her pet physi- elan to look after her. John Ingram would have conformed to Mrs. Jordan, opinion. and never have known any. thing about 1t. As 1t was. he let him. self into his apartments that night about g.
 Reaching for the electric light, ht stumbled over his silver teapot, and thu
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-08-01
New. of De Funiak Springs.


 De Funiak Springs. Fla, July 31.- (Special)-Dr. c. A. Landrum has gone on visit to Alpine. Tex.
 MT. Charles Murray. Jr. has bought the. fire insurance business of E. k. Sprague. Esq.
 Dr c. E. Thompson has returned from a trip abroad and resumed his practice here.
 The Rev. B. W. Baker. pastor of gone on a visit to relatives in St. Joseph, Mo.
 Prof. W. S. Davis. who has been seriously i'll at the home of A. D. Mo Kinnon, Esq, is now able to be out of doors.
 MT. W. A. Laird and family are en- toying a rest at the Beach, and MT Laird is taking a vacation.
 Dr. D. L. Campbell and family have returned home after spending awhile at the Beach.
 It is good news that Capt William W. Flournoy has consented to continue in command of Company K. Under orders No. 34, the following promotions are announced: First Sergeant, George F. Garden; Quartermaster Sergeant. w. F. Hall; Second Sergeant. A R. Oliver; Third Sergeant. l.. s. Cleveland; Fourth Sergeant F. H. Jernigan; Fifth Sergeant. H. NJ. Mccall: Corporals, A. c. Douglass. Arthur Brown, D. A. Campbell and Jesse Jason.
 First Lieutenant D. S. Gillis has been appointed Judge of the Summary Court and A. G. Douglass prosecuting attorney.
 The following are the officers elected and installed by Wildey, No. 14, J. O O. F., for the ensuing term: J. D. Wilson, Nebla Grand; s. K. Gillis. wee Grand; F. E. Plank, Permanent Secre' tary; H. H. Dreyer, Treasurer; Shugart, R. S. N. G.; J. c. Drake L. S. N. G. H. H. Dreyer. Warden L. F. Cawthon. Conductor; L. E. Tap pan, Chaplain; A. L. Sharpe. Inner Guard; L. L. McKinnon. Cutter Guard Theo Garrett, R. S. V. G.; H. M ] wadsworth, L. s. v. G.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-08-01

The committee of the City Council decided to have only the trees in the middle of the street around the lake cut, and a number of citizens are greatly pleased over their action.
 The work on the hard road around the lake Is progressing, and when com pleted will make fine driveway.
 Mrs. P. F. Leight left for visit to relatives in Birmingham and will spend sometime with them.
 Messrs. Fisher and Zeek. who are canvassing for students for Falmer CoIIese Academy are meeting with success.
 S. K. Gillis, Esq, has bought the handsome property on the lake circle from pr. L. F. Cawthon and Is nav ing improvements made to his adjoin- ing lots.
 Invitations have been received to the marriage of Miss Rosa Levy or fensa. cola at the Temple Bethel. on August 7th. to MT. M. Kaplan, proprietor o' the Bee Hive Store.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-08-01
Our Daily Short Story

girl on the couch sat up suddenly, her sleepy eyes blinking from the light. She gave one gasp, then straightened herself on the couch. her feet braced firmly on the floor, I'm not afraid or you" she said breathlessly, eyeing the teapot in his hand. and wondering what he had already put in the small grip beside him.
 He stood still, his astonishment. aid ed by the silver teapot. giving him the appearance of detected guilt.
 Aren't you ashamed of yourselfT' she asked sternly.
 T don't seem, able to analyze my feelings" the doctor said. doubtfully.
 ITO think of a man breaking into house and stealing-teapots," she said accusingly.
 T only seem to have one" he hazarded excusingly.
 stealing. her voice full of righteous indignation.
 The doctor gripped the teapot and stared wonderinsly at her tumbled hair and flushed face. Tt doesn't seem quite as bad to steal just one; you seem little hard on a man."
 Ones enough to get you into trou- ble," judiciously. Have you ever been in jail?" she asked with frank suriosi- ty.
 'No, thank heaven he responded fer vently, "you-you wouldn't send me to jail would your" the dostor was begin l ming to enjoy his histrionic talent, and l put eloquent pleading in his eyes | T don't just know what to do with you." refectively you see. never caught a burglar before. and I don't l know what to do"
 would you mind my sitting down while you think 1t over? Of course don't expect you to have much sympa- | thy for me-you lave never had any temptation to take things that didn't l belong to you@"
 Her face turned red as she hemem- bered the money she had saved by us- ing, ones apartment without permis- sion.
 But tonight was tired and hun
 T might give you something to eat. she said hesitatingly. but I'm afraid tc take my finger of this bell"
 Let me fix something to eat" he suggested with alacrity. you sit still and watch me. and ring the bell if began to do anything suspicious.' He went to a cabinet and found some tea then started the alcohol lamp. There are some olives and sardines and bo, of crackers in the chafngdish cabinet he said while he put the kettle to boil
 You must have ransacked the whole apartment before I awoke,'' she sait indignantly.
 "well-er-I do seem to remember where to ind things-that's my profes sion, you know"
 Have you put any of the doctor! things in that grip?" she pointed to the satchel he had left on the floor.
 Tho doctod scorhed to tell lie. ever when he was conered. only a few of his collars and cuffs" entenuatingly you see, I-rather needed some clear things"
 T should think you did" her glance took in the coa ldust sprinkled over his face, the loose Norfolk packet he hae
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-08-01

comfortable" she said. as the doctor followed her Into the room
 Dr. lngram'S eyes twinkled with sud- den recognition. "Ah-I think MISS Kershaw and have met before-it was at--let me see-a luncheon. was It not Miss Kershaw?"
 The riot of color in her face tickled his fancy immensely. T rather think 1t was at [ masquerade she retorted. her eyes flashing.
 You were kind enough to promise me 3ob--I see you are woman or your word." he wrapped the bondage skillfully, taking longer than was cus- tomary. T have made bad job Of this," slyly tearing the linen into . you md e bandaCe somewhat longer than this, Mrs. SedleyT he asked in an absolutely professional manner.
 When she left the room, the girl looked at him responsibility. And they were your rooms" she said shamefaced- iy.
 T wouldn't have missed so charming an experience for worlds" he said em- phatically. Mrs. Jordan positively re- fused to commit herself on the subject -I have pumped her-world without end She's absolutely nonconmittal Even when I told her I found some hairpins on the bathroom shelf. she said she thought she had missed some. The girl gave an irrepressible giggle. Please bring them when you come next time" she sa'd, then suddenly grew serious. "will be able to skate this winter?" anxiously. He looked at her with a solemnity befitting the last stage of a hopless case. Tt will need a great deal of att tention. but I think-just think, mind you-that you might skate the first time the ice is thick enough-if you had . physician at hand to watch you and keep you from overexertion. Her face flushed and she heard, with relief. Mrs. Sedley's returning foot steps.
 Promise that you'll so the very first freeze" he said eagerly: promise -or I vow I'll put on something that will blister-and will put pins in the bandage-lots of 'em."
 She hesitated. her eyes shy before the impulsive admiration in his gaze I promise" she said softly, as Mrs Sedley entered the room.
 'The very thing Mrs. Sedley," he ex- will have her as comfortable as can be-
 And Mrs. Sedley. wish you would sec
 to 1t that she does not allow that ankle to grow stin when she decovers the
 use of it. There will soon be fine skating-I could recommend 1t as an
 exercise most suitable to the fragments l involved"
 | T told you might be turned into a
 nice respectable man. he whispered.
 T like my new 5ob-immensely!"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-08-01
Get The Law.

HuntsVille Mercury. ,
 As heretofore stated in these columns, we will be thankful for almost any king of a dog law for Alabama that to engage in sheep raising, but we respectfully submit the Senate has made a mistake in amending the House dog tax bill by giving the tax to the public school fund. For better. TOT d few years let the tax go to pay lar mers for damage done by dogs TOT sheep killed.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-02-05

ters in the sketch are, young student
who has been away for his health, his
rich uncle, and his newly welded wife,
whom he has welded while away for
his health. Miss Hoyt is a clever little
Coincidence and an exceedingly pretty
girl. Lindley and Bell, comedians.
present a comedy sketch from the
Bowery in which they impersonate the
characters from the Bowery and sing
songs that fit their act. Larkin and
Burns. acrobats and clog dancers, are
clever. Miss Hilda Orth is singing a
song at this weeks bill that was writ
ten by Rock Islands favorite poet.
Robert ReXdale. The title of the
song is In the Land Of Flowers and
Sunshine Where the Honeysuckles
Grow" The illustrations are beauti
full Miss Orth was applauded many
times at each performance OF last
evening At the first performance she
was presented with IA beautiful bou
quet of pink carnations by the writel
| of the song. Mr.. ReXdale.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-02-05
Common Colds Are the Cause of Many
Serious Diseases

Physicians who have gained a ma
ional reputation as analysts of the
cause of various diseases. claim that if
catching cold could be avoided long
list Of dangerous ailments would never
be heard of Every one knows that
pneumonia and consumption originate
from a cold, and chronic catarrh. bron.
chitis. and all throat and lung trouble
are aggravated and rendered more
serious by each fresh attack. Do not
risk your life or take chances when
YOU have cold. Chamberlain Cough
Remedy will cure it before these dis
eases develop. This remedy contains
no opium, morphine or other harmful
drug and has 80 years of reputation
back of it, gained by its cures under
every condition. For sale by all lead
ng druggists.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-02-05
IN THE SUBURBS.
COAL VALLEY.

The Coal Valley-Warner Telephone
company met in Coal Valley at the OPP
era house to hold its annual meet
ing and elect officers for the ensuing
year The Old officers were reelected.
This line is composed of farmers.
Sunday the Odd Fellows lodge OF
Coal Valley attended the funeral of the
late Joseph W. Ziegler. The funeral
was held from the home of his parents
who reside in Moline and there Were
twenty two OF the brothers from this
lodge in attendance.
The box sociable Saturday evening
was a success.
The COIOna Protective society OF
Saturday al their meeting selected the
old officers and adopted resolutions q
respect TO two of the members whC
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1907-02-05
MOLINE

Firm is ncorporated.-Thp secretary
OF state issued license to incorpo
rate yesterday to the Central Machine
Metal company of Moline. with a
capital stock of $4,000. The object of
this company is To manufacture and
the incorporators are w. w. Turner
NJ. l.. Hunker and w. J. Smell. Mr.
Turner Is a former manufacturer who
was located for several years at Gin.
ton, Iowa. He and his partners will
establish a machine shop in the build.
ing recently erected by eX-Postmaster
Mckinley on Twenty-fifth street
where they will manufacture novelties
OF various kinds. They expect to put
the shop in operation in the course of
the next 80 days.
Former Resident Dead.-E. d. Rine-
hart. the well known old soldier and
member of Graham post who left No
Inc some Is years ago. going TO Chase
county. Neb.. is dead He will be well
remembered not only by Graham post
i"eiS anu many residents OF tne
city, but by people in the farming dis
trict beyond Prospect park, where he
lived number of years before depar-
ture from here. He was a genial man.
liked by all. and his passing will be
genuinely mourned. He leaves his
widow and one daughter. Jessie. The
widow is a sister of Mrs. w. H Car
penter of Rock Island, and formerly of