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The Republican journal., 1907-08-22
LINCOLNyILLE BEACH.

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Mrs W. Elkerton and Miss Elkerton of
Franklin, Mass, arrived Tuesday morning
and are guests at "The Elms'. Mr. and
! Mrs. Edmund BreeSe of New Brunswick
are guests of j. II. Gilbertti and wife at
"Melody Manse".. Mr. Charles French of
Worcester, Mass, is visiting relatives in
town after an absence of about seven years.
Miss Alice Field entertained few
friends at her home Tuesday afternoon, it
being her birthday. Ice cream and candies
were served. Orrin and Russell Ames
made their regular trip to Dark Harbor Fri
day in their launch Waneta. They carried
as passengers Mr.. and Mrs. Geo. A. Clark,
Mr.. and Mrs. A. L. Lawrence, Mr.. F. Ii.
Marsden, Hattie and George Rogers of
Waltham, Mass, Mrs. Wallace Elkerton
and Miss Edith Elkerton of Franklin, Mass.
and Mr.. John Anderson of Everett, Mass
49,. Mrs. Addie Gould of MOntclair, n. j., is
visiting relatives in town.. Rodney Fro
hook is visiting his parents, Mr.. and Mrs
c. A. Frohock. .....M Mr.. and Mrs. j. II. Gil
BERTH entertained few friends last Thurs
day evening at their cottage, "MelOdy
M
Mrs. Edmund Breese. A fue program was
given consisting of violin solos with piano
accompaniment by Mr.. and Mrs. Clark of
Waltham, piano solos by Prof. Gilbertti,
readings by Mr.. Breese, and violin solos by
Charles Pendleton, accompanied by Prof
Gilbertti. Fruit punch was served by
Messrs. Breese and Ravenell. The even
NJ ,,Ia o,,f1,r
and Mrs. Gilbertti were pronounced de-
| lightful entertainers. Those present beside
those who took part in the entertainment
| were Mrs. Rosie Walker, Mr.. and Mrs. A.
L. Lawrence, F. II. Marden of Watham,
Mr.. George Woodward, Mrs. Emma Esta-
| brook, Charles II. Casswell of Boston.
Andrew b. Howe of Montclair, n. j.,
arrived at 1.-THE Ems last Friday morn
ing....Mrs. W. W. Ogier of Pasadena,
| Calf, is the guest of her mother, Mrs. NJ.
| E. Hahn. Willis and Fred Snow are
visiting their grandmother, Mrs. Theresa
| Sno w....Miss Ethel Hill of Rockland is
| the guest of Flora Pillsbury at "The
Cedars"....F. II. Marsden, Mr.. and Mrs.
Geo. A. Clark, Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Lawrence
and Hattie and George Roger have return
ed to their home in Waltham, Mass. DR.
Alfred. Veazie is here after short visit to
his home in Bangor. Frank Thompson of
Cambridge, Mass, is spending his vacation
with his mother, Mrs. VIM. Thompson.
This weeks arrivals at ''The Elms" was
Mr.. and Mrs. Harry B. Copeland of Maiden,
Mass, their neice, Hazel Scott of Roxbury,
Wallace Elkerton of Franklin, Mass, and
Mr.. Palmer of West Summerville, Mass....
Mrs. Wheeler of Maiden, Mass, is guest
son Howard of Allston. Mass, are visiting
r. B. Sherman. Austin Wade and party
arrived Sunday and are at their cottage at
the "Trap."
The Republican journal., 1907-08-22
MARRIED..

MARKS MCkINNoN. In Rockland, August TO-
John j. Marks and Miss Mary l.. MeKnnon, both
of ROckand.
RIPLEY-AMEs. In Matinicus, August 8, Albert
NJ. Ripley and Isabel mes, both of Matinicus.
TURNER GREENLAW In ROckport, August
of Vinalhaven.
The Republican journal., 1907-08-22

Mr.. and Mrs. Lewis Leadbetter of Gam.
mage avenue, Auburn, leave today for a
week s visit in North Haven and Vinalhaven
While there they will attend the reunion of
the Calderwood family.-Lewiston Sun Aug
nth
The Republican journal., 1907-08-22

DR.. E. A. Porter and Mrs. Porter were in
DixmODt Wednesday to attend the Centen-
NAL celebration of that town. DR.. Porter 10
a native of Pittsfeld Advertiser.
The Republican journal., 1907-08-22

Mr.. and Mrs. Ralph L. Pitcher from
Presque Isle, who have leased the so-called
William Hchborn place from Everett
Staples, ,Ir., the present owner, are board
ing at The Stockton during the repairing of
the interior of said house. Mr.. P. is to be
one of the superintendent in the Carter &
Corey potato business at Cape Jellison,
Pier No. 8.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
CANAL CONTRACT.
Hsthmian Comsnfssien ExaSiaing Gus
 iacations of Bangs and oliver.

Hstlsmfan Comsnfssion Exanining Quat-
 iilcatfons of Bangs and Oliver.
 Washington, Jan. H.--The follow ing statement was Issued by the Isth- milan Canal Commission today:
 Chairman Shonts today announced that at conference between the Pres ident, Secretary Root. Secretary Taft and himself. with respect to the pend ing contract for constructing the Pan- anna Canal. 1t was decided. first. that the lowest bid, that is CTS per cent. was per centase at which the Gov ernment would be justified in placing the contract.
 "The second point in the negotiation of this matter is whether or not the persons making this bid--that is Messrs Oliver and Bangs-can quahfy Financially under the requirements: that Is to say. whether they can show that they have or can control $5.o0o.0oO available for this work; that Is $5.- 100000 above liabilities. including the s2.ooo, 900 which will be required to make the bond.
 Tt was further decided that if the personal record and the business stand ing are found after Investigation to be all right. they ought to have the con- tract {"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
ATHLETIcs AT UNIVERSITY
Baseball Practice Wiu Begin in a Fev
 Weeks

University. Jan. Special. )--The prevalence ,f spring-like weather Is causing the baseball enthusiasts at the University to brush the cobwebs from their bats and masks and make other preparations for practice.
 The diamond is being raked off and put into shape, and within a very short time the summons for the first game will be issued. Tho only games so far definitely arranged are wSth the Alabama Polytechnic Institute and Van- derblIt University Texas. Louisiana State and Mississippi are on the tring, and will probably be lited within an- other week. Coach Pollard is also pushing the arrangements for the big eastern trip after commencement but Is not yet quite ready to make an- nouncement of the schedule.
 The Freshmen and sonhomnrs foot
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
Northrup Rrturnn Homo.

Information received here by wire this morning is to the effect that Post master Northup. who has been in Wash ington for several weeks. urging his has left that city and Is now on his return home. The informa- tion was also to the effect that he had given up hope of being appointed. or even if such a thing were to occur. to be confirmed by the Senate. owing to the bitter fight made against him in that city by Republicans from this State and city. It is understood that he is returning to Pensacola to bring out some other party against his op' poneht, Rix NJ. Robinson, who is be- ing pushed forward by the Republicans of this city and county.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
NEWS or CExrREvILLE.
snertG Oakley Appoints His Chief
 uepufy asss

SEcrtd Oakley Appoints His Chief
 Deputy.
 centreviile. Jan. 7.--(special.)-- = J. c. Oakley has taken the oath of office and entered upon the duties as sherlff of Bibb county. He appoin- ted John W. Reddick chief deputy The other deputies have not as vel been aepaintcd.
 E. H. Crawford. who served Ribh county for six years as sheriff will con finue to reside in Centreyille, where he has considerable property interests and will probably open livery ana safns stable
 There are now confined in the county fuii here eleven prisoners. Three e. the persons convicted in the County Court here last week were sentenced to hard labor and have been turncd over to the sioSs- -Shefiiefd Steel ano Iron Company. which company has charge of the county conyicts of Bibo county.
 James Fl NuneIee. former editor Of The Selma Times. and one of the best known newspaper men in the South. Is here on a visit to his brother. l.. H.. Nunnelee.
 Judge W. l.. Pratt and Circuit Clerk R l.. Avery are on business trip to Birmingifam.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
JUDGESHIP RACE
WOLFE PETITION HAS RECEIVED
 MANY sIGNERs.
watson, However, Has Embarrassment of Practically All of Pensacola Ear BIt Opponent Has Eur
 of Governor.

Pensa cola. Fla, Jan. 17.--(SpeciaL)-- Announcement was made this morning that Judge Francis B. Carter. who only recently stated that he intended resign ing from the circuit court bench. would form law partnership with Blount and Blount, one of the leading law firms of the State. and will move his family to this city to In future reside.
 His resignation as circuit judge will become effective February 15, and on the same date he will form partner ship with W. A. Blount. A. c. Blount, IT,. and W. A. Blpunt. .Jr The name of the new law firm has not yet been announced.
 Today petitions were also in ciTcuia- ton in this city requesting Governor Browards to appoint J. Emmet Wolfe to the vacant position. Although Will H. Watson had already been endorsed by the bar af the city with one excep- tion. the petitions circulated favoring Mir. Wolfe met with large number of signers.
 He formerly resided in this city, and went to Taiiahsssee only when he was appointed as private secretary of the governor Those who are in position to know, state that Mir. Wolfe stands an excellent chance of receiving the appointment.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
C,nrnes Miu AAionrn ftourt.

Lexington. Ky, Jan. 17.-judge w :. s. Carnes of williamstown will on Friday adjourn his special term of The Circuit Court, called to try Judge Hargis Ebert Hargis. William Britton, John Smith and John Abner for the of Dr, B D. Cox. A special term to tAy the last four will be called for the third Monday in February. Trouble is regarded as al- most certain when Carnes reaches Jackson and he will be guarded.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18

M. Morgenthau, the well-kDown trav- cling salesman and composer, will to- morrow night during the services at Temple Mishkan Israel, render q solo which will prove most entertaining to that congregation. Mir. Morgenthau is the possessor of a strong and highly cultivated baritone voice, and has on more than one occasion during his vis- its to Selma delighted the congrega- ton of Temple Mishkan Israel with his singing. The Silection which he will render tomorrow night will be, Far Der the Stars There is Rest"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
nnsilIrn Cnse ApnpnIed.

Paris. Jan 17-Ah appeal has been made to the courts \against the action of Frefect of Police Lepine in seques- tering the famous Basilica of the Sa- cred Heart at Mont Martre. which was constructed at cost of $S,000000 con tributed/ by subscription on the part of the people throughout France.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18

ball teams are prActicsns eash after noon. the first under the direction or MT. s. F l. Hobbs. and the other unds the tutelake of Captcin Franklin or the 1907 Varsity. Both are confident of winning the cfampiopship. but at present # locks es if the Sophs have a decided advantage both in weight and experience of the men playing.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
a1lsr Greee Newn,an Baried.

The remains of Miss Grace Newman, who died in Atlanta Tuesday night. reached here this morning. The fu- neral services took place in Live Oak Cemetery this afternoon at 3 o'clock
 The deceased was a sister of Mir. A, w. Newman of this city. and her sud- den death was a great shock to her many friends here. She was here about two weeks ago on atvisit to her broth CT and left for her home in Atlanta in the best of health.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
Ynnnn nrlhc snIeItIen.

Hattiesburg, Mss. Jan. 17.-Mrs. Dora McCreary, IS, a bride of four months, committed suicide by shooting herself through the temple last night as she lay alongside her sleeping hus- band No cause is known for tho act. The couple recently. came here from Gulfport. Miss.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
IMPORTANT CHANGE IN scHEDULEE THE WESTERN RAILWAY
 OF ALABAMA.
 EFFECTIVE JANUARY :. Ioo7.

No. ss, Leave Montgomery =. .s:s5a. m. New orieans-New York Limited for At- Ianta, Charlotte. Danville. Washington. New York and all points east. Solid vestlbuie Pullman train Club car. Dining Car Sleep CTS and Observation car between New Or leans, Montgomery and New York. No. 40 Leave Montgomery ...s:ooa.rn. New York Express for Atlanta Washing ton, New York and all points East, No s4 ... Leave Montgomery ....i .oop.rn. East Mail for Atlanta. Washington. New York and all points East.
 No as Leave Montgomery .,6:45p.fD United states Mali. with Pullman Sleeper between New Orleans Montgomery and New York and all points east
 No. A ....Leavs Montgomery m. Selma accommodation with connection fur Meridian and Points in West Alabama No. ss ....Leavs Montgomery =. .s;iopm Fast Mali for Selma and points West. Apply to Ticket Agent for rates and fold . CTS, or G :. NSW ~NA~
 Travelling Passenger Agent.
 'Phcns ao1. Exchange Hotel Bidg.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
Had a Geed Police Court.

The fines assessed in police court this morning aggregated $170. There were not 5nany cases, but each case was an aggravating one, and in nearly every instance a large fine was i'm posed.
 Lawson Williams, a negro, appeared nu warrants charging him with dis charging firearms within the city linn it's and with carrying a concealed weapon. Yesterday afternoon 1t was alieged that while standing on the county bridge over Valley Creek, in the western part of the city. that he pulled out his pistol and began shooting Later for this offense he was arrested by O1ieer Smith, who found cor- cealed pistol upon his person. The case aeainst him for discharging firm arms in the city limits was dismissed but for having a pistol concealed he was fined $45 or ninety days upon the streets.
 Iohn Collins. a negro answered to warrant charging him with the lar cNnw of a bicycle. Collins some days ago stole a bicycle belonging to Frank Stoddard. The case was proven to the satisfaction of Mayor Atkins, and Col lirs was fined $45 or ninety 'daSs upon the streets.
 EIisa Harris, a negro woman, was fzned s1O on a charge of assault and battery. Yesterday afternoon on Syl- van Street she assaulted little negro boy named Arthur Taylor.
 Snack Lockett. a negro. was in court on the charge of disorderly conduct. Yesterday he hit a negro woman named Annie Morris, who had him arrested. He
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
Naval stories Company Meeting.

The annual meeting of the J. R.. Saunders Company. one of the big in dependent naval stores companies op- erating in this city. was held here to- day. when stockholders from towns and cities in Florida. Alabama and, Mis- sissippi were present The company was incorporated last April for $500,- 900. s350,0o0 of which Is paid up and a semi annual dividend of 5 per cent. was declared on the stock, while ESQ., 100 was placed to the credit of the surplus fund and a large sum passed to the undivided profits account. This Is considered a very flattering busi- ness for a company organized only six months since. At the meeting the fol- lowing officers were chosen: President. J. R. saunders; President, C. H. Barnes, of Jacksonville; Second-Vice President, J. G. Pace: Secretary Treas urer. D. R. Saunders: Directors, J. R. Saunders, J. G. Pace. J. H. Pace, R. F. Mitchell. J. H Smithwick. Dudley Chipley, Pensacola: C. H. Barnes, Jack sonville; E. F. Johnson, Milton; W. C. Vareen. Moultrie. Ga.; J. B. Newton. PoplarViile, Miss; John A. Ewing. Jacksonville. Fla; W. H. Barber. Mouitrie, Ga
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
SEAS BOTTOM CHANGED.
Warming to ships Entering Hnrbor of
 KFngNt0n.

klngst0n.
 Washington, Jan. II. The Secreta- ry of the Navy has received tele- gram from the Hamburg R-American Line offices in New York advising him that according to a cablegram from the captain of the company's steamer Pres ident. dated at Port Au Prince, Hayti great caution is necessary on the part of ships approashing Kingston as the bottom of the Aea has ehenged by req son of the, e,iesfthquSIse and that the lighthouse hasNbeen demolished,
 The information was regarded as of such importance that it at once was eabled to Admiral Evans at Guantana- mo
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
Meetinr of Euchre cluh.

Mrs. Nathan Kahn was the charming hostess on yesterday afternoon for the members of the Married Ladies' Euchre Club at her home on Selma Street. Vases of cut flowers and ferns were used to adorn the apartments where the games were played. Mrs. Eph Ball won the first prize. two handsome handkerchiefs. After the games two- course luncheon was enjoyed.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
PATTrRsoN swoRN IN.
Lack Of Ceremony at Inauguration of
 Tcnnessee's Governor.

Nashville, Ten. Jan. 17.--Malcoim R. Patterson of Shelby county was today at noon inaugurated governor of ennessee to succeed John I. Cox. The ceremony was simple, there being a lack Of display or ostentation which has characterized similar occasions in the past in this State.
 Governor Patterson was sworn in by Chief Justice Beard of the Supreme Court. Governor Patterson delivered his inaugural address and immediate ly assumed the duties of his office.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18

Msiarsa Makes faie Blood. The old Standard Groves Tasteiess Cnul Tonic. drives out malaria and builds up the fpr,.n s d nar.. ---fri
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
PLEAD NOT GUILTY.

Son os vice-President Appears in Court
 and Makes Bond.
 Steubenville. Ohio, Jan. 17.-Fred- e-lck c. Fairbanks of Springfield. O., son of Vice-President Fairbanks, pleaded not guilty in court here today to the charge of subornaticn of per jury He gave bond for $500,
 Young Fairbanks appeared In court voluntarily.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18

PILES CURED IN IT. l4 DAYS.
 PAZO OINTMENT is RUsvanteed to cure any case of ftchinR. Blind. Biesdins or Protrudjny Ptles in ( to 1S days 4 money E0e. s-mo-wed.f frs
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18

R. R. Poole was a visitor to Selma today.
 Mrs Robbins of Troy passed through the city on her way to orrvills where she will visit Mrs. J. w. Moore.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
Central of Georgia Railway


 Arrival and departure of trains Union Pas senger Station, Montgomery. Ala. Effect i've January 1. 1907. Meridian time.
 DEPARTURES. .... .... .... For Union Springs. Troy, Andalusia, Eufaula, Ozark, Americus Alba ny, Columbus Marion, 4:45pm For Union Springs. Troy. Andalusia. Eufaula, FoFt Gaines, Dawson, a Americus. Albany c'oPbus Macon s:toam
 ARRIVALS. From savannah. Augusta, Macon. Columbus, Albany, Amsrtcus. Ozark, Eufauia, Andalusta. Troy and Union Springs .s.. ....... .f1:l0afn From savannah. Augusta. Macon. Columbus. Albany Amerious. Andalusia, Troy. Union Springs .. s:00pm
 ALL TRAINS DAILY. For further information write or apply 10 C. L. Wolf, City Passenger Agent. 102 Mont gomery Street; S. T. suratt. D. T A.. Mont gomery. Ala.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
WiiI Sing n snla.

was asked to pay the city $1o for breaking the peace.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
Policemen Caught Drinklng.

Four police officers wore suspended for five days and one dismissed at meeting of the Board of Public Safety, held last night. The four officers sus- pended for five days each were Mount ed Ofiicer Bobe. and Patrolmen Black shear. Ladnier and Mallbaek. Yester- day at noon the mayor had it report ed to him by a prominent citizen that number of officers were in saloon drinking together. He started at once for the saloon, accompanied by Chair man Ingraham of the board. and there found the four officers. together with one who was not in uniform, in pri- vate room with bottles of beer. sitting on the table in front of them.
 The four an uniform were told to go to police headquarters and turn in their equipment, as they stood suspended un- til the board could investigate further into the ma tier and give them a trial This occurred last night and was upon the charge of visiting saloon In uni form.
 The defense of the officers was that they did not consider the private room in which they were seated in the sa- loon, but the board took the oposite view and suspended each. Another of ficer, Patrolman Brahm was dismissed from the force for being In an intoxi- cated condition while on duty.
 Silas stearns Returned.
 The Warren Fish Company this morning received advices that the fishing schooner Sileas Stearns. which was seized by the Mexican authorities nearly a year ago. had sailed from Vera Cruz for Pensacola. Some time since the owners, upon being notified that the vessel could be secured by giving a small bond. sent a crew to Mexico after the vessel but it>required some weeks to place the schooner in condition, as she had been moored alongside of a wharf for such a length of time that she was In no condition to proceed to sea. It is supposed that the fishing schooners owned by fish Ing companies in Mobile and New Or leans also sailed at the same time. The SiIar Stearns Is expected in port with in a week. and will resume fishing at once.
 Street Superintendent ApPointed.
 At a meeting of the Board of Worka this morning the resignation of Act ing Street Superintendent Spottswood was accepted. and W. H. Hutchinson appointed to the position of Street Su- perintendent. which has been vacant for a period of more than year. or since the wransle between the mem bers of the old board and the Street Superintendents, two of them were claiming tn eposition at one time. Mir Spottswo0d will resume the position of assistant superintendent. The new man chosen for the position has held numerous positions in the city and county. serving for years as Sherin and later holding positions with the city, and was one of those considered as a candidate for marshal when the present marshal was appointed.
 At a meeting this morning for the stockholders of the Mutual Loan and Savings Association. the following off, ficers were chosen to serve the ensu- ing year: President, A. M Avery President. A. V. Chubbs: Secre- tary, Thomas c. Watson; Treasurer, w K. Hyer, Jr.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
THE NEWS OF SELMA
MISS GRACE NEWMAN BURIED IN
 LIVE OAK.
~emng woman Wha Passed Away im Aslanta.--Other News of Inter-
 est to Cenffai City
Advertiser Bureau,
 Selma. Jan. 17.


 Selma, Jan. 17. Jesse Taylor, a negro, who escaped from the city chain gang on August $, was captured by Police Officer Campbell in the eastern part of the city = night Since Taylor escaped from ide chain gang the police department have been on the lookout for him. but he has been out of the city and only recently returned.
 Last night yas Officer Campbell was passing ". B. Strickland's store. in the eastern part of,the city. he noticed the escaped prisoner standing in the store. He entered the store and placed Taylor under arrest and carried him to the city prison. At the time that he made his escape from the chain gang, Taylor was serving out term and only had eighteen more days to work.
 Tn police court this morning he was tried on warrant charging him with escapfng from the city chain gang. At the conclusion of the testimony he was dAed s45 or ninety days upon the stFeets. in addition to the eighteen days whiah he owes on his old sentence.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
AYrDrTopVYr,t RtNx.

AUDITORIUM RINK. Ladies and School Childrcn admitted free every afternoon. Races every night this week. St.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
soriaI nnd pexnonaI.

cards.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18

Mir. and Mrs. l.. Lamar left this af- ternoon for New York where they will spend several weeks.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18
strect< superlntendent AproInted.

At a meeting this morning for the stockholders of the Mutual Loan and Savings Association. the following off, hcers were chosen to serve the ensu- ing year: President, A. NJ. Avery; Vice President. A. V. Chubbs; Secre- tary, Thomas c. Watson; Treasurer, ". K. Hyer, Jr.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18

Our sale still going and have prices to point hat bound to appeal you you want good clothing Will nention only few prices.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18

Leo Kraus has gone to Mobile for a few days.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18

Mir. T. Russell of Uniontown. Is spending today here with his daugh. ter, Mrs. W. A. Anderton.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18

Alex Solomon of Montgomery is in the city today.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1907-01-18

Miss Beatrice Strauss who has been an attractive visitor to the city for the past few weeks. left this afternoon for her home in Louisville. Ky.