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The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1907-06-12
Mrs. BirdsOng's Case Affirmed.

The Supreme Court has affirmed
the case Of Mrs. Angie Birdsong,
sentenced to five years imprison-
ment in the penitentiary by the
Coplah Circuit Court for the kill
ing of DR.. Thos. Butler at Montl-
cello in November, 1905. There
has been a great deal of sentimen-
tai gush and labored sensational
effort by some of the press and
friends of the defense to work
up public sympathy in this case
ever since the change of venue
was had to Copiah, but in view of
all the facts and circumstances,
The Leader is of the opinion, that
Mrs. Birdsong was fortunate in
getting off as lightly as she did.
The effort to make it appear that
she shot DIR. Butler because he
was attempting to assault her in
his Office, was wholly an after
thought-a desperate expedient
of the defense, contradicted by
we'll known facts and circumstan-
ces at the time and properly dis
credited by both court and jury.
No small amount of the credit
for the vindication of the law in
this celebrated case is due Hon.
| A. G. McNair, of the Brookhaven
bar. He represented the State
through all the preliminary skir-
mishes, and then on through the
Circuit Court of Copiah and the
Supreme Court, having beside the
fact that the defendant was a
woman and connected with some
of the most prominent families OF
the State, to have opposed to him
as counsel, two of the most cele-
brated criminal lawyers Of Missis-
sippl Hon. K. N. Miller and
Senator A. j. McLaurin. That
Mr.. McNair and District Attorney
Greaves, the chief representatives
of the State in the Copiah court,
won against such odds and obtain.
ed a verdict of manslaughter by
the jury, followed now by an
affirmance of the lower courts
Judgment by the Supreme Court,
was high tribute to their legal
liability and skill.
Later The Governor has
granted Mrs. Birdsong a respite.
Mrs. Birdsong is in delicate
health, and the action of the Gov
ernor In respitlng her was q
lsource Of much relief to her and
lher friends.
The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1907-06-12
KINDS HAS THE HONOR.

Judge James F. McCool
vouches for the statement that
Willis Cummins, who recently
died in Attala county, at the age
of Sc, is survived by the very
large posterity of 3O3, consisting
of thirteen children, 143 grand
children, and 147 great grand
children. =
The above was printed in the
Clarion-Ledger a few days ago at
the request of Judge McCooI, and
because of its current interest; but
it seems that Kinds county wrest-
ed the honors from Attala years
ago, as reader of this paper has
|sent it an old obituary, printed
back in 1915, giving ain account
of the death of Mrs. Mary Stovall,
widow of Josiah StovalI, who
dled at the residence of her daugh-
ter, Mrs. Tatum, near jackson,
December 70, 1916, in the 96th
year OF her age.
The obituary says Mrs. Stovalll
had been a member of the Baptist
church for 81 years, and had
raised II children to have fami-
! lies ten sons and seven daugh-
ters.
From the best information OBJ
tainable, at her death it was esti-
mated that GOO persons could trace
their descent to Mrs. Stovall. She
Twas deeply pious, says the oblt.
uary, which was written by Rev.
lMr. Holloway, distinguished
Baptist minister, who live near
jackson.
| When left d widow with d house
full of children, and but scanty
means Of support, she learned te
The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1907-06-12
St. Francis School Commencement.

The annual commencement ex-
ercises of st. Francis School will
take place Tuesday, June IS, at
s p. M, In st. Francis School
Hall.
Parents and friends of the chill
dren and the public generally are
most cordially invited to attend
this entertainment. The untlr-
ing efforts and the earnest endeav-
ors of the pupils to render success
fully the. various numbers of the
program promise to make the eve
ming very pleasant one.
Formerly we were under the ne
cessity Of having these exercises
at the operashouse, our own hall
having grown too small to seat
the audience comfortably. We
have Just added an annex to the
hall and SO enlarged it that at pres
ent its seating capacity is surpass-
ed by no public hall in Brookha
ven. 1t is brilliantly lighted.
The children's entertainments
for the most part taking place In
the summer, this hall has been
built with view to the same,
by making it practically all win
dows. Now, no matter how swell
tering the weather and oppres-
sive the atmosphere, you are al
ways refreshed and lnvigorated by
a breeze flowing through the
building.
As is known from years. exper-
ience these entertainments are
always high-classed and enjoyable.
The children and Sisters assure
US that this is going to be among
the best they have yet given, and
that the musical renditions, calling
into service three pianos, six vio-
Inns, mandolins, zithers, etc., will
be unique treat. The public is
cordially invited. Don't forget
that the date is June IS, and that
the children promise to send you
away we'll pleased. Curtain rises
at s p. m. sharp. Time of pre-
formance exactly two hours. For
the sake of order there will be a
nominal charge of 25 cents for ad-
mittance. Jas. Kiernan.
The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1907-06-12
Proceedings Of Democratic Committee
Meeting.

The Lincoln County Democrat
ic Executive Committee met at
the Court House in the city of
Brookhayen at 1890 a. M, Satur-
day, june s, 1907. There were
present: DIR. T. E. Hewitt, chair
man; r. G. Applewhite, G. T..
Montgomery, J. w. McGrath, FL.
f. Middleton, w. w. Hall, A. M.
Summers, J. N. Yawn, @. w.
Easterllng, W. r. Norton.
1t was ordered that the primary
elections be held on Thursday,
Aug. ! and %, and that none but
white Democrats be permitted to
participate.
On motion, it was ordered that
the following assessment be levied
to defray the expenses of the pri-
maries:
District and county candidates,
$3.50.
State candidates, $1.5O.
Beat candidates, $1.00.
Committeeman J. N. Yawn and
w. R. Norton voting may"
On motion, j. W. McGrath was
made treasurer and authorized to
receive and disburse the funds of
the committee. w. w. Hall was
made ticket manager and instruct
ed to place the names of the candi-
dates on the tickets in the order
in which they are filed. Candi-
dates for all Offices are hereby in
structed to pay j. w. McGrath,
Brookhaven, the assessment as
above provided for, and to file
their names with w. W. Hall,
Bogue Chitto, on or before the
18th day of July. Any candidate
failing to pay the amount Of this
assessment on or before that date
will not be entitled to have his
name placed upon the ticket.
There being no further bust
ness, the committee adjourned to
meet again on Thursday, July IS,
unless sooner convened by call of
the chairman.
T. E. HEWITT, Chm.
L. L. TYLER, Sec'ty.
The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1907-06-12
East Side Downs West Side by a Score
of II to 0.

Tuesday afternoon the first of
the series of three games OF base
ball was played at Storms Park
before a large audience. The crack
pitcher, Mccormick, twirled for
the East Side and was simply in
vincible. Henry McGrath caught
for him in superb style and prov
ed the heavy slugger of the game,
getting a three bagger with two
men on bases. The East Side
players gave Mccormick fine sup
port and the team played like
clockwork, getting the first shut
out" of the season.
Pickering at first was tip top,
Penn at second C. k, McNair at
shcrt a daisy, while Becker aG
third did fine work, particularly
his moonlight scoop of a hot
grounder in the ninth, which pre-
vented lively Oscar from scoring.
Moore, the heavy weight, touched
up the opposing pitcher and the
umpire with a man-killing drive
on line with second and with three
men on bases pulled down a high
fly in great style. Manager Hart
man was kept away from the game
till the fourth inning, but Arm
strong caught good game and
threw we'll to bases. Douglass
pitched some great curves, but
did not have good support, and
while there were some fine indi-
yidual plays, team work was
lacking.
The West Side declare that game
No. 2 will be in their favor and
that there will be a hot battle for
the last of the series. The second
game will probably be played
next Monday or Tuesday. UNI
pire Fidler showed that he knew
his business, and gave entire sat
isfaction.
The net proceeds of the game
$55. 80 are to be used for improv-
ing Rose Hill cemetery.
The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1907-06-12

ton; Z. F. Chiles, Of jackson.
Howard and Dudley Jones, Of
Terry; and Mrs. Dave Lewis, of
Swell; are among the descendants
of Mrs. Stovall. CIarlon-Ledger.
Mrs. Mary Sbovall was the
grandmother. Of Mrs. Mary A.
Daughtry, who is now ID her 91st
year, and a resident here, and
who is the mother of Dr. ]. B.
Daughtry, Of Brookhaven.
The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1907-06-12

put her trust in God, and that
trust was not momentary or oc-
casional trust; it was an abiding
confidence ID the experimenting
care and special favor of God to
his children; that he would be in.
deed q husband to the widow
and 4 father To the fatherless.
Capt. w. Z. Ratliff Of Ray
mond; the Miller Brothers, of Boil
The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1907-06-12
Drill Notice.

All officers and enlisted men of
Company H., Third Regiment, In
fantry, M. N. e., are hereby or
dered to report for drill at the Ar
mory every Monday and Thursday
evenings at 7:45 sharp until fur
ther notice. j. l.. STORM.
Capt. Commanding.
The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1907-06-12

A beet raised at the local exper-
inent station at Jackson, weighing
81 n pounds, and averaging 65
tons to the acre, used for cattle
feeding. IS one of the results of
scientific truck growing at the lo-
cal station.
The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1907-06-12

Bishop Bratton, OF jackson,
will occupy the pulpit at the Epis-
c0pal church on Friday evening
at s o'clock. The public is corr
daily invited to attend the ser
vice.
The Semi-weekly leader. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1905-1941, 1907-06-12

4 clear head and clean heart
lead right.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10
ST PUNK IS
HISTORIC
ar. LEWIS APPEARSNTHE STATE
CAPITAL on TWO IMPORTANT
OCCASIONS

Concerning ]. G. Lewis and Ills ii
Plunkard," show, the Wagner opera
house attraction tonight the Shaw
nee Herald says:
History repeats. Seventeen years
ego a man blythe name Of J. c. Lewis
came to Guthrie as owner and star
Of the comedy called Isl Plunkard
That very day the first territorial
legislature convened. Lewis offered
his band to aid the gaities Of the
day. The senate accepted The tender
and it was the 81 Plunkard band that
headed the senate when it marched
in body to the meeting place Of tne
lower house for a joint session. Mon
day evening the same J. c. Lewis as
owner and star Of the same 81 Punk
ard arrived in Guthrie. Again he ten
dered his band to add to the gaities
70 the day and the senate accepted.
but it was not a small number 81
senator's that paraded behind the
band. but a dignifed and representa-
tive body Of law makers that follow
ed the Lewis band to the hall Of the
house Of representatives. And seven
teen years has wrought great changes
for Lewis as it has for Oklahoma. IN
that time he has accumulated a for
tune estimated at $150,O00. He owns
q farm Of 600 acres in Illinois and
raises blooded stock and fruit. Each
year he goes on the road with the
same old comedy, play that has
made millions laugh and cry."
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

We are today IN receipt Of a eata-
logue from the Parsons Business Col
lege This Institution has grown
year by year until it is one Of the
largest and best Business Colleges in
the United States. A fine Telegraphy
school is operated il connection with
the college and with the n. X. and r.
Ry. Co., dispatchers' wires running
riehgt into the college 80 that the stu
dents receive practical work. During
tie resent strike this school furnish
ed many operators 70 the different
railroads throughout the Southwest.
4 viii pay the young people q this
community b write for this catalogue
and decide 70 attend this college. what
It has done fof thousands Of others it
can 4 for yoa.
Address james C. Olson. President,
Parsons Bssnsss College, Parsons,
Kan.
It'd & lew
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10
81 PLUAEARB Is THE
N EAlATACTIOR

Isl Plunkard" win be here On Tues
day, Dec. 10th, and al lovers Of mirta
aHd music should remember Mr.. J. c
Lewis, the character comedian in the
rural comedy drama, Isl Plunlard, 2
which win be at the Wagner opera
house This very laughing play is
IN four acts and depicts rural life in
a vcry realistic manner. The efforts
Of the author have been to give tae
play the surroundings Of realism
lhat has made 1t one Of the most de-
Aghtful Of stage productions. The
story is that Of a good, old fashion,
q couple On the farm, whose beauti-
ful home life and surroundings ap-
peal with peculiar tenderness to ev-
cry author. Anything that tells Of
the hills, field, meadows and lanes Of
the country and quaint characters
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

found there is always one Of the most
delightful dramatic treats that city
can behold. During the action Of the
play number of new and novel spe-
cialties will be introduced including
clever little Arletta Lewis, present
ing a program Of unexcelled fun, or
iginality and novelties, giving you an
evening Of enjoyment that You will
not soon forget. Watch for the fun
ny street parade given by 81 and his
Country band, on the main streets
only.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10
GARNER. THE cHAMPIoN.

W. L. Garner came out winner in
the quail hunting contest last Satur-
day, beating his opponent by big
odds. w. H. Adams, who was back
ing NJ. E. Carney, when interviewed
yesterday, remarked that the less said
about the matter the better it would
suit him. H. B. Spencer, Mr.. Gar
.ner's hacker, was feeling good over
the result. The party bagged 1874
birds during the day.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10
COL. sELBY HERE

Col. J. T. selby, the Tuttle aution-
eer, was in town yesterday, although
he gave the assurance that he didn't
bring the brisk north wiG5 chat pre-
vailed. He has just returned from
Missouri where he conducted big
stock sale at Appleton City. Mis-
souri, has been getting a strong touch
Of winter he says snow being sew
eral inches deep when he was there.
The Colonel is a live one and there
is always something doing where he
is.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10
SANTA CLAUS AT
THE PAIGE STORE

THE PAIGE STORE
In two more days the Palace Drug
store win be a center Of attraction
for all the friends Of st. Nicholas,
for on Thursday the grand Christ
mas opening is 20 be given. Already
it is nearly decorated for the occasion
and shelf after shelf is being filled
With Christmas goods. Both the
Young end cid will be able to find
presents to suit their tasse., aau for
children who love their dolls, ihe.f
are countless numbers Of beauties 10
choose from, and aIl the pretty things
which 60 with them Two immense
tables in the center Of the room are
covered with toys alone, while eases
of attractive gifts in the front Of the
room display articles which viii inter-
est those who have oHtgrown. toyland
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10
CHRISTIAN cHURcH NoTEs

The young people of the church
will give their Christmas cantata on
Monday evening, Dec. %.
For the Sunday School a novel 9Ex
press Office viii be built in the
church. A big treat for all the Sun
day School. Christmas Eve.
Business Mems service next Sun
day evening at 7.3O. Special music,
instrumental and vocal. Address BY
Bro. Dinegr; theme. "The Ethics Of
Business
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10
onrT Tyv unssr ,urnniun
TnE II lluME uEuulHd
QUIETLY SOLERNIztO

A quiet home wedding took place
last night at the residence Of Mr.. and
Mrs. Claud Bridendolph, 80 Illinois
Ave. where Mr. Ed c. Everton and
Miss Sadie Payne took upon them
selves the solemn vows Of marriage
at eight o'clock. In the presence Of
only q few friends the two were made
man and wife By Judge Williams, and
received their hearty congratulations
The bridal couple viii make their
home ia this city.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10
Mss sPERRY pRINcIpAL

Miss Laura Sperry who has been
one Of the grade teachers at the
South building is serving as principal
in the place Of H. J. Miller, resigned.
Miss Connell, who was one Of the
substitute teachers, is taking Miss
Sperry's place.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10
.ID-SEASON SALE ON

Morgan & Cribs full page ad on
page 3 Of this paper should be care
fully read. Their n5 aeason sale
is money saving event for those
who need goods in their line. Req
The list of bargains offered. They
have an immense stock Of up-to-date
goods which must be sold. The goods
are going fast and you would better
hurry if you want the best.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10
BY STAGE THROUGH
YELLOWSTONE PARK

At the Congregational church Rev
n. Y. Hacker VIII give an illustrat-
ed lecture, "By Stage Through Yel-
lowstOne Park" The pictures that
viii be shown by stereopticon in this
lecture are very fine, being faithful
reproductions Of the Wonderland Of
the American continent. Everyone is
invited Free to all.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

H. E. Kyser had a public sale at
his place west Of Pocasset yesterday.
Everything sold well and cash was
paid on about two-thirds Of the pur-
ehases. H. L. Jarboe, Jr. acted as
clerk at the sale.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

Charley Eisfelder Is back at his
place IN his iewelry store and IS do
ing business as il 1900 pounds Of
glass hadn't fallen on him. Tie stili
walks With crutches but IS gradually
growing stronger.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

LosT-Ladies' black grain leath-
er handbag containing gold glasses
with chain attached, some money and
a linen hndkerehief Finder please
keep money and return purse and
glasses to this Office. 12-10-2t
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

T. C. Parker and J NJ. Callahan
we're Blanchard visitors in Chicka-
sha yesterday evening.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

Al kinds & handsome chrialnas
presents at q liberal discount Z Els
felder'z l2-lo 81
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

Elegant gift books such as Ben Hur
illustrated, Chistie's latest pen
drawings, etc, etc, are on display at
the Owl Drug Store. 12-00-5t
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

Santa Claus IS coming. Headquar-
iers at the Palace. Everything for
Old and young Opening. DEE. l2th.
o-t24t
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

! can save you money on hand
painted china, cut glass and sterling
silver ware. Eisfelder. 12-1O-St
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

Holiday opening at the Palace
Drug Store Dec. 18th. The biggest
yet. 12-19-4t
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

Miss 0ma Guthridge went to Guth-
rie this morning on business.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

We can't tell you Of all the pretty
things we have Let rs show sou.
Browns Peerless i22 chielasha. It
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

FOR RENT-Funished ro0ms for
light housekeeping I2-9-3t
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

There is reason Why you should
shop at Browns Peerless, l22 Chick
asha. See the prices and yon will
know the reason. 1t
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

Ed Kidney returned home yester-
day From Enid, bringing IFS aife
with him, to make this their future
home
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

The fire alarm this morning oeea-
stoned considerable excitement over
a blaze that amounted to little more
than nothing. A defective flue in a
wash house at J. A. cox's home. 1921
S. 4th., caught fire but was soon put
out no material damage being done
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1907-12-10

Everything in the jewelry line, up
to-date goods, all must 60. See me be-
fore purchasing Eisfelder 12-1o-St
The Newtown bee., 1907-04-12

Last Sunday evening there occurred fire at the home of J. M. Blackman of the Glen, which would surely have resulted in serious damage had 1t not been for the proverbial cool.headedness and sang-froid of Charles A. Peale, who succeeded in ejecting a burning sofa and curtain in the most approved and spectacular fre-fghting style. Miss Maud Blackman, while looking for the ever famous hat pin, touched a match to the fringe and before it was realized the whole lounge was in flames. Con- sternation reigned. The next moment MT Peale was seen to seize and embrace the burning sofa, rushing for the open as if he were abducting the beautiful princess of fairy tale. The fire was checked, however, after doing but slight damage to the rest of the room.
The Newtown bee., 1907-04-12

A beautiful incident of Easter was a ''sunrise serenade' to Ira D. Sankey, the singing evangelist, who now, blind and bedridden, awaits translation in his home on South Oxford street, Brooklyn. It happened to occur to some one at the end of sunrise service in the Hanson Place Baptist church near by to suggest that the great choir, made up from the choirS of five churches, go around the corner and de- light MT Sankey. Rev Frederick Mills started them with "God Will Take Care of You," and then followed "On- ward, Christian Soldiers!'' "When the Mists Have Rolled Away" and other hymns which MT Sankey himself had so often sung. The old evangelist was affected to quick tears of joy. After that the singers went little further along the street and paid the same at tention to Rev pr T. l.. Cuyler, the veteran of all veterans in the minis
 terial group of Brooklyn. pr Cuyler gave little talk on the lesson of Eas- ter, telling his hearers that his Chris | tian experience was brighter all the | time. AS to MT Sankey, "why,' said Dr Cuyler, "he's in Beulah land now,
 just waiting to be ushered into the new Jerusalem"
The Newtown bee., 1907-04-12

from Rock Crystal Quartz has been proved to be the best. Paint made from Pure Silex, Pure White Lead and Zinc 1-3 of each by weight) and Pure Raw Linseed oil, makes the most du- rable paint combination ever manu- factured. For this reason these in- gradients are used in Breinig's Litho- gen Silicate Paint, which when az piled to wood, iron, etc, hardens into a covering of artificial stone and is not tegrate; hence its name.-Lit hogen or "Stone Former" R. H. Beers x Co.,, Newtown, and the O. A. Way Co.,, New Milford, sell this paint.