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Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
Stock Exchange Announcement
By Associated Press.

NEW YORK. March 29-The much
duce exchange Is scheduled to begin
business on the floor of the big Produce
Exchange building on April Is and ii is eN-
pected that the list of securities which
are TO appear In that market will be
made public within a few days.
1t was stated yesterday that from pres
ent indications the number OF Industrial
will be dealt in will aggregate about
rs. The number of mining stocks will
amount to between 115 and 100.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
GENERAL FRUIT MARKET
BY Associated Press.

BY Associated Press.
SAN FRANCISCO March 29.-Fruits
Fancy apples $500; common, 800.
Berries-Cranberries $3.5O@5.0O.
anges-Navels. $1.OO@325.
Mexican limes-$6.0O @S.0O
Lemons-Common California, Use:
fancy. $2.5Q
Tropical frults-Bananas. s1.Oo@25O;
$4,000 500.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
Chicago Live Stock

by -AaSVUIdIeU TTess.
CHICAGO, March 9.--Cattle-Receipts,
1000; strong. Beeves, $4 2OQ675; COWS and
heifers, $l.7Sq5,S5; calves. s5.5Oa765
Hogs-Receipts 10000; active and 10c
good to choice heavy S6,40q650; rough
S5,70Q640.
Sheep-Receipts 1000; market steady.
Sheep, $L25Q65O; lambs. $6.25qIS5.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
Produce Receipts
Produce Prices

TNOdbSS 1.-TWO
The following are the iobbing prices In
EGGS-Fresh California ranch. 2sc.
BUTTER--Creamery extras, 67hc;
yss SSs WIte dsrK sDb cans SsS 7@
Sc; light amber 7c; Honeycomb water
white, Lib frame, lee; white. 15@16c: light
amber 14c; beeswax, 27c,
Anchor, large. 21c; Young America. 2Ic;
twins. twins 11sc;; cheddars. Is@ 1870; Long
horns, 32c Daisy, 20c; Swiss. imported,
32c; Swiss, domestic, 22c; limburger'
C+Ir-I-Evaporated 13a13lsc; sun dried.
13@13hc: ground, 121ac: Mexicans, black.
--Pi'o5TxToEs lall per 100 lhs;}s1Esrly D
gons, s2.25; sweets $500; Idahos., $500:
Colorado, s2,OO; Wisconsin : BTrbanks' Ud
BEANS (all per 100 lbs.)-PinK No. !.
$500: No. 2, s1.so; lima; No !, $4,75};i
Lady Washington. No. $500; small
white $55o blacseye $780, e
ONIONS (per 100 lbs.l-Yellow Dam
vers, northern. -; garlic. &c to 10c;
Australian browns. $1.25 @1.5O; Nevadas,
-Belefeurs. a.25@1.4O; choice.
800; Missouri Pippins $2.25; Jona-
thans s2.5O@2.75; black twigs. $4,000
S'eS cRAHBERR1EsHssoo HSissfde Pi barrel. $500
BAKERS FLOUR-Made Of eastern
hard wheat, per bbl.. $5.25; blended wheat.
CEREAL GooDs-wholesale prices are
as follows:
Al flour, per bbl.. $3.50; Globe flour. bbl.,
| 81. 80; Silver Star flour, bbl, $40; Xxx
| flour, bbl., $780, Eighth bbls zoe per Dbl.
higher. a.
Bakers Flour
Globe flour, bbl., $4.T5; eastern graham.
bbl., 81. rs; eastern whole wheat, bbl.. $3.50;
bakers Al flour, bbl., $3.50; bakers Mag
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
Butter, Eggs and Cheese

by AooUVIuluU FTVHos
SAN FRANCISCO. March 29.-Butter
Fancy creamery. 32hei seconds. 81 1hc;
fancy dairy, 32hc; seconds, 30hc.
cheese-Eastern, 171ac; Young Amer
lea, 14@165Ac.
Eggs-Raneh, zoe; store. IsQ1sAe.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
CITRUS FRUITs-Lemons fancy, SaOO
NUTS AND DRIED FRUITS (all per

tI0UU.
ira, lie; peanuts; California fancy. size;
bieached. No. /. l4@15c; pecans. Jumbo,
14c; extra large. 141ac; Brazils, 14c; il-
berts, 14c; Mexican pine nuts. zoe; evap-
oraoted apples. per pound 9hc: apricots.
lie; nectarines, lie; peaches. 121Sc: pears.
1Sc; plums, lie: raisins. 767lSc: seedless
muscats. 7c: loose muScats Sfh21Lc.
VEGETABLES String beans. -;
beets, 75c@ S1.00 sack: fancy celery. 35c
n dozen by crate; evaporated chilli, 12hc
lb.: garlic. Sc lb.; lettuce. 25c doz.; peas,
&C lb spinach, 15c doz: turnips. SIPS
sack; cabbage. 90c 90 100 sack local to-
matoes. $500 box; cucumbers. $3.50 doz.; ;
Mexican tomatoes. $500 box; green
onions. 20@25c doz.; rhubarb. S1.75 box
POULTRY-Ouotatio en- eastern
storage stock. sslling prices to the trade
are: Hens, lSc;, young hens. l9Rc; tryers.
19c; broilers. 26c old toms, 21]Rc; young
i1s TURKEYS Gsks 2SG iSc hen turkeys 22hc; geese
Selling prices to the trade for live To-
cal poultry: Hens. &c mound roosters
1Sc; fryers 22c; brolers gao; old
roosters, 22c: turkeys, lie: hen turkeys
lac; geese. 12c; ducks, 1Ic
Retail Prices
Following prices for leading articles OF
consumption prevail at the Los Angeles
Butter 2.b roll. fancy ........ .....s 20
Butter 2,-lb roll, Poppy ................ .6S
Cooking puttere, Observation-Disclosures. 40
Eggs, fresh ranch. per dozen.,....... ,25
Potatoes. fancy. 100 lbs .................. $50
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
MINING QUOTATIONS

San Francisco mining exchange quota
tions furnished by Ernest Kennedy G.
Co., 12S w. Sixth street, March 20:
GOLDFIELD DISTRICT
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
Early Peaches Picked
BY Associated Press.

by ASSOCIATED Press.
NEW ORLEANS. March 29-Ripe
peaches gathered months ahead Of time
We're picked yesterday at PlaQuemine
parish, Louisiana. Ihe mildesr winter in
thirty years was the cause Of the early
ripening
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
CHILD KILLED BY
FLYING WRECKAGE
BY Associated Press.

9EE7TETET'7F7@EE w
FORT WORTH, Tex, March 29.--
Meager details reached here today OF
tornado which passed over Cook
county last night. A small child Was
killed by flying wreckage.
The tornado passed from southwest
to northeast, causing much damage at
Midway. Nuenster and Myra.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
Canada

FNot Included Ia totals because COM
parisons are incomplete sNot included
in totals because containing other Items
'r"" cleariprs.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
Oil Stocks
DAILY MINING CALL

Official sales-1OOO Searchlight NJ. &. M.
Co. at S71ac; 1000 Johnnie Con. G. NJ co.
at lie; 5000 Clark Copper Co. at 2415026c
Is 800; 1000 Mohawk-J ohnnie at 171ac; 1000
Con. at 1014@10Bc 1000 at 1015c (B 30), 1000
at 11A6111Kc (B 90)
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
LOS ANGELES STOCK EXCHANGE

12c; 5000 Ollnda Land Co. at zoe; 1000 Rice
Ranch Oil Co. at So; 10 Western Union
Oil at s305; so Union Oil at s2l2d215.50;
20 Associated oil at $i0d4050; 5000 Colum-
bia Oil at S01sdS0%c, 1000 at 81 (B 800.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
New York Stocks

BY Associated Press.
NEW YORK, March 29.-The follow
ing were the official quotations on the
stock exchange today:
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
FINANCIAL

LOS ANGELES. March z9.-Bank clear
ings were s1,S22 712.52, against 81 ,577, 1868 95
Increase of s2l5,3i357 Following is a com
parative statement:
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
Treasury Statement

BY Associated Press
WASHINGTON, March 29.-Today's s
statement of the treasury balances
shows: Available cash balance, S252,-
902,699; gold coin and bullion, $124,-
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
Boston Stocks and Bonds

BY NSSOCIaIeu PTeSB.
BOSTON March 29.-Following were the
official quotations today for stocks and
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
OTHER DISTRICTS
San Francisco Mining Stocks

By Associated Press.
SAN FRANCISCO, March 29-The Off
clal closing quotations for mining stocks
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30

" GRAIN AND FEED COo lbs,j-wheat,
No. l. sl.45 do. 100-lb. sack No. 1. $3.50:
corn, s1.40; crooked corn. M.45; feed meal,
$3.50; heavy bran. $1.20; rolled barley,
81 80; oil cake meal. $3.50; seed rye, $155;
shorts. s1.35: Egyptian corn. $1.35.
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
ST. Louis Wool

ST. LOUIS. March .-Wool-Steady;
territory and western mediums, 24Q2Sc;
fine medium, iSGl2lc; fine, 14Ql7c
Homeless children received ana
placed IN houses foF adoption Apply
Rev o. v. Rice. Superintendent Chill
dren's Home society $50 Bradbury
buiidinE, Los Angelica
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30

Ascent Illinois Central r. h, iiS ". sfk
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
Bakers Flour

Globe flour, bbl., s4.T5; eastern graham
bbl., $4. IS; eastern whole wheat, bbl.. $3.50;
bakers AL -four, bbl., $3.50; bakers Mag
Los Angeles herald., 1907-03-30
Bonds

NHoSOOldISo OIl ss's...-.ss.s....s 90 oY
Cal Pacinc Ry ............,...l00 i03
Corona Power & Water Co... Sc -.
NucamOnga Water Co...... 100
Edison Electric Co. 1st ref. 95A so
Edison Elec Co. old issue. o.. los
Home Telephone .............., SO 911a
l.. A. Pac. Con. Mfg ......... 70 SO
l.. A. Traction Co...........,.107 ...
L. A. Electro ................ 9s 80.
l. A. Railway Co .............,. -. 80,
Mission Trans Il r Co...., 92h a..
Mt. Lowe Railway Comm. S5 90
Pacific Light &c Power Co .... 80 102
Pacific Electric Ry C.....,.... u2
Pasadena II. T. & T. Coz. S2st S4lb
Pomona Con. Water Co ....,. 81
Riverside II, 7. G. T. Con-, 75 70
San Diego II T & T Co. ...,.., :, 81
Santa Barbara Electric. Ry =. a. 95
santa Monica H L 81 Co.. =, 81
Seaside Water Co ............,... =. 1O2
Temescal Water Co .........,.. :, 96
Y s. Long Distance ........., 81
United Electric G. & z. Co.. .10Oh -,
Union Transportation ......,, 95
Nisalla Water Co ..,........,... 90
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25
More Autumn Openings

with it's enormous pon pom. Then those perfect ball shapes with white and black plumes, lace ruffes around high side crown, having simple trimming of plume jet pins and velvet ribbons
 Hats of every kind for everybody In Watea blue with shower crown of ost- rich and plume to match. Morning glory hats in all the new shades, ranging from the khaki shades to the dark brown; all so in nasturtian and cherry blossoms. Walking hats. theatre hats, hats for everythin and of every size, though the large hat appears to be the rage. Solid colors are the thing, and here they were in Copenhagen blue, Watea blue, green, prune and also in white and black. One of the show windows was entirely filled with white and black creations.
 The miss is well cared for her style being mostly of champagne color. trimmed in threes hades of plaited rib bon and q combination of roses and morning gories, and then turned abrupt ly up in the front. Also lovely crea- tions of jaunty stlyes. Then the chill dren with Dutch bonnet of brown and tan, uaint black velvet polk trimmed with white feathers of plumes and rib- bons.
 Floral decorations everywhere, hanging in baskets all over the walls, the lights behind gleaming with delicious twinkle, together with the sweet melody from musical instruments just wouldn't let one leave
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25
Cox Shoe company's Opening.

The fall and winter showing of fash ionab,a footwear at the Cox Shoe Co., s stores on Second and Third avenues, surpassed anything this big store has previously carried. The Cox store is noted for it's elegant and complete stock and for it's exclusive new models. This sea son Nr. Cox has selected an exceptionally handsome showing of shoes.
 In mems shoes the Cox store makes a speciality of the celebrated Nettleton brand. The Nettleton shoe is there in every leather-gun metal kid. patent, and in the handsomest lasts. Another ex- cellent fine shoe is the kox Special which is shown in a number of exclusive lass and made up from the popular feathers.
 Special attention is devoted to the wom- en s department. The showing here is also extremely handsome and a number of the models can be secured only at Cox's. The Cox store has a very large clientele who will wear only the Cox shoes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25
Burger Dry Goods Go.

The Burger opening beginning yester- day, marked another successful occasion for this prominent firm to launch a va rety of styles for the autumn and winter. Shopping possibilities were not at a dis count, although the formal opening was on so elaborate a scale, and hundreds Of shoppers thronged the beautiful store throughout the day. As "an exposition unfolding the degrees of fashion" the Burger opening was one of the most i'm portant of the whole year and the occa- sion was a distinct triumph for this firm.
 From the metropolitan windows along Second avenue, which blazed with lights last evening and were filled with gor- geous creations from the fashion centers of the east, to the entire arrangement of the store each floor was q world with in itself The fabric department was most beautifully arranged. The designers from all parts of the country, the weaver, the manufacturer were represented in De wildering display that delighted throngs of women. The dry goods department was never more complete. more allurinS to the woman of fashion.
  diaphanous. the famed Lyons silk, and other popular weaVes, most compre- hensive and beautiful showing. The ever popular taffeta, the messalines, the mar quissettes, the heavier silks or those soft and shimmering, all form complete dis play Trimmings completing the modish costumes are shown in all the newest effects and nothing has been omitted for the beauty and elegance of the winter gown. Cloth, voiles. cheviots, serges and all the novelties of the season are shown.
 The millinery department is exceedingly beautiful. French houses are represented by many exquisite hats, and the American hat maker, the leading authorities. are also well represented The popular Elm pre models, the modified Mushrooms, the large hat for evening wear, the modish street hat for the tailored gown, the de- partment introducing all the favored styles and all the smart designs and ma terals.
 As for tailored gowns and ready to wear things nothing more complete can be found in the city The very prettiest istyles are to be seen. lingerie and separate waists to complete the tailored gown, the pretty afternoon toilette of silk or cloth, while every accessory from the feather boa to the shopping bag can be had zen suite."
 All of the usual departments were on dress display yesterday. The oriental de- lpartment, the curtain and carpets and the several house furnishings depart ments are most complete and elegant. 'iBut the opening that is the autumn open isng. means millinery from Paris New York. London, gowns from Broadway and Fifth avenue, and this is what Brming ham women want to see and enjoy at Hhe Burger opening.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25

an evil which he alleges has existed from time immemoral.
 According to the judge, before the adoption of the new law, 1t was with comparative ease that a druggist, if he cared to, dispose of whisky on Sunday to great profit and without a probability of punishment. The judge stated yesterday that he had no doubt but that the prac- tice of disposing of whisky on Sunday dated back from time immemorial The judge is strong in his approval of the new statute, and believes that it's enforce ment will obviate much of the Sunday drinking of intoxicating liquors.
 Chief Nier was authority for the staie- ment yesterday afternoon that the pre- scriptons issued last Sunday by one of the doctors who was arrested, caused the selling by drug stores of twelve gal Ions and three quarts of whisky. He stated that he had figured the amount, and had it in black and white.
 Chief Wier was also authority for the statement that the defendants, pleading ignorance of the law, were endeavoring to get the cases set aside. on their promise never to be guilty q second time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25
Bynum Millinery Go.

From the humdrum commonplace roar and dirt of the street through a door " V into ap lace enchanted-so great the change that one had to rub her eyes .n order to be sure that it was real and mot a vision of bewitching dreamland- ". that which greeted the eyes of all those who entered the store of the By mum Millinery company yesterday. Open In ; day in all S glory, fascinating and holding one in a spell of delicious satis- faction, one could hardly believe that the passing through the portals of even this dainty shop could present such vista of exquisite beauty.
 They came in pairs. by themselves, in parties of four they came In crowds, forming a throng of feminnity, smiling. chatting and eyes glistening at the dainty models of exquisite workmanship. Back in the French room that dainty niche that could have only been created by the touch of Aladdins lamp, how they feasted On that black and white model of the Georgette-the only one in America
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25
LOVELADY TALKS ON
 NEW LIQUOR LAW
MEASURE AFFECTING DRUGGISTS
 AND PHYSICIANS NOW IN EF- FEcT-CASES BEFORE FEAGlN
 ARE POSTPONED UNTIL TODAY.

The bill under which Chief Wier arrest ed the druggists and physicians Monday afternoon charging them with violating the Sunday laws was drawn and intro duced by Representative R. E. Lovelady. When seen yesterday MT. Lovelady said:
 Several have called me today, asking if my bill did not go into effect on Jan uary l. l told them that it is in erect now They were mixed on the subject lation went into effect January 1. This bill. being only regulative, began to op- crate thirty days after approval.
 ,'T,he < which Chief Wier is making of the law is just what l expected ana hoped. l drew it with the express pur- post of putting stop .Iruss ss,- looms on Sunday, and if the officers will do their duty the bill will do it's work.
 ''It not only prosecutes the man who writes the prescription, the man who fills it, but the man who assumes the name of a physician in writing pre- scription It is the duty of the admins trators of the law to make the fine not less than $50 and not more than s50o and | hope a good. stiff fine will be imposed wherever the law is broken"
 The cases of Gum X Co., and Collier Drug Co.,, Dr. Hagler and his clerk, Me Allister, came up in police court yester- day afternoon, but on request of their attorneys it was postponed until today. Meanwhile, Assistant City Attorney Quincy Smith is investigating the law on the subject.
 The law under which several druggists and one or more physicians were arrested is an excellent one, according to Judge Feagin before whom the cases will be tried. and probably the only one, which, by it's rigid enforcement can overcome
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25
BEAT MEETINGS
 WILL BEGIN SOON
Sessions Announces That Prohibition Campaign Will Be Conducted In
 This Manner.

Chairman Walter L. Sessions of the pro- yesterday that during the latter part of this week he will inaugurate the ward and beat mass meetings, and that the campaign will be pushed in this manner for time.
 Meeting places will be announced. and Birmingham and every beat in the eoun- ty. Every effort will be made to spread the sentiment broadcast
 Thursday night mass meeting for young people will be held at St. John s Methodist church to be addressed by the Rev. Dr. Hendrix of Woodlawn, who leaves soon for large pastorate in Louisville, Ky.
 Next week will be opened with bis mass meeting at the Jefferson theater and an address by Seaborn Wright. the Georgia legislator and stump speaker.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25
DRENN EN RESIGNS.
Only Two Members of the Old Board
 of Education Remain.

Since W. M. Drennen, president of the board of education resigned from that body yesterday there remain only two members, who were a part of the organl- zation one month ago. These are B. A. Thompson and J. J. Smith, the only old members who are not connected with the city in a business capacity.
 MT. Drennen rendered his resignation yesterday in the following letter. His successor will probably be elected at the next meeting of the city council
 Birmingham, Ala, September 23, 1907 Board of Education, City:
 'I hereby tender my resignat ton as a member of the board of education, to take effect at once.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25

The street committee of the hity council, City Attorney Ed Smith, and City En- gneer Julian Kendrick, we're busy all day yesterday hearing the complaints on the various paving assessments which have been made recently Tn ere were number of prominent citizens from Nor wood and the Third ward aVho made complaint. and refused to D. he assess ments. The trouble will haS 0 be fought out later in the courts
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25
New Suits Filed.


 In the city court yesterday Hattie Min cyy filed suit for sl0.Oo0 damages against the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company. Plaintiff alleges she was attempting to board a car which started suddenly, throwing plaintiff to ground causing serious personal injuries
 In the circuit court R. B. Saunders filed suit against C. D. Smith X Go. for s1o,o0o for personal injuries. Plaintiff alleges ne was employed by the defendants to oper- ate rock crusher near Sterrett. Shelby county. and while so employed his hand was crushed in the machinery.
 J. E. Robinson claims $50OO damages from the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company for alleged wrongful eiectment from car.
 Mrs. Lula NJ Simpson filed suit against the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company for S15,000 damages for personal injuries alleged to have been received by a trolley pole falling on her ankle.
 r. II. simpson sues the same defendant for 5000 damages for loss of wife and services and for medical expenses incur  red. alleged to be due to the same oc- currence.
 IIarland Bennett vs. Birmingham Rai- way, Light and Power company. Plain tiff claims 5000 damages for alleged per sonal injuries.
 Oscar Fulghum filed suit against the Birmingham Terminal company for S2O,- 0oo damages. Plaintiff alleges he owns certain described property on Twenty seventh street and Seventh avenue and states that owing to the obstruction on Twenty y-sxth street. caused by the work on the new depot, his property has de- preciated in value and has been injured by overflow water.
 The same plaintiff sues the Southern Railway company for a similar amount, alleging the same cause of action.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25
Advertising Car Departs.

The advertising car of the John Robin son Shows. which has been at the Term inal sheds since Sunday night was taken away yesterday afternoon at o'clock. Ii will visit each city the circus will make. and distribute advertising mat ter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25
Governor Will Not See PreSi-
 dent at ViCkSburg
RAILROAD PAYS THE FINE
Mobile and Ohio Road Pays $1oo Fine for Failure to Record Passes, But Other Roads May
 Contest.

Jackson, Miss, September 4.-(Special) It is understood here. and no doubt it is true, that great many citizens of Jackson will be in Vicksburg on the oc- casion of President RooseVelt's visit but the Jackson delegation will not be headed by Governor Vardaman. The governor is not responsible in the slightest de- gree for the coming of the President of the United States to visit Mississippi, having failed to join other states in ex- tending him an invitation. Many of his best friends have expressed regret at the stand the governor took in that matter, but at the same time. knowing the personal dislike of the governor for the President, they are prone to con- demn his lack of hospitality However, MT Roosevelt will receive just as cordial q welcome at the hands of the citizens of Vicksburg, and of the state of Missis- sippi generally as will any state whose shores he touches on his trip down the Father of Waters.
 M. 6 o. Pays Fine.
 The Mobile and Ohio is the first rail- road to pay it's fine of 100 for failure to furnish the railroad commission with a record of the passes issued. Pay ment was made today by Hon. Jordan M. Boone of Cornth. attorney for the rail road. It is possible service has not been reported on the other roads, and it is believed that most of them will pay up when approached on the subject, thus saving trouble and annoyance. However, the Alabama and Vicksburg railroad pro poses to test the matter in the court 1t has fled a demurrer to the indictment in which it affirms that it was never furnished any blanks by the commission, on which to make the report. and be- cause the indictment does not charge an indictable offense.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25

Greatest adventure story of the year, Aladdin of Lordon, or the Lode Star,'' by Max Pemberton, now appearing in the Sunday Age-Herald.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25

Mrs. A. H. Eubanks of Montgomery is visiting her relatives. Mir and Mrs. D. NJ. Dickson, at their residence on North Highlands.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25
Real Estate.

We will move; have lumb r for signs cheap. Pleased to figure on signs. Hermi- tage, Signs. City.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-25

months with the little son of MT and Mrs. w. F. Fort, have returned 10 the residence of MT. Fort in Montgomery. The little fellow, N E. Fort. Jr.. is bet ter, though not yet fully recovered from his serious illness.