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Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
WILL CUT BEARD ON
BRYAN'S ELECTION
MiSSOurian Took Vow y
Years Ago.

DENVER, COL, July 10.-(Spe-
ciaD Robertson of Missouri
appeared on the streets of Denver
during the Convention with a beard
four feet long, and hair which was
draped down on his shoulders, ex-
tending to the small Of his back
Mr. Robertson came out of hiberna-
ton from Missouri's hills, where, Rir
Van Winkle-like, he has been sleeping
and letting his hair grow for the sake
of William Jennings Bryan.
In 1896, when Robertson was a
comparatively young man, he made
vow that he would let his beard
grow until Bryan was elected Presi-
dent of the United States. In the fall
of that year Robertson was disap-
pointed, and by the time the election
was over he had developed a strong
black beard and a luXuriant growth OF
jet black locks.
He resolutely refused to go back on
his determination never to cut his
hair or beard until Bryan became the
President of the United States. Inch
by inch the hair grew; year by year
it's luXuriance faded away. Four years
passed and the determined man stood
firmly by his declaration, unmoved by
entreat1eS of relatives and friends
1900 came and with it hope rose again
in Robertson's breast, but Bryan was
again defeated and Robertson's hair
continued to grow and to fade.
Then came 1904 BY this time, bow
ed with the weight of eight added
years and eight years growth of hir-
suite adornment, Robertson had be-
gan to age, but his spirit of hope for
the ultimate triumph of his Man OF
Destiny remained Robertson made
another wager-that Bryan would be
the Democratic nominee. Stung again
was he, but now, after twelve years,
Robertson is here with all his rad
liant, snow-white hair, and is one OF
the eccentric attractions in the con
vention city. He has come with con-
fidence that his whiskers and his hair
are soon to go.
Bryan will be elected as sure as
my hair is three feet long" he said
today. con Nov. / will hire three
BARRIERS, andsI am going to send my
twelve years growth of hair to Mr..
Bryan for a souvenir"
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

There is more Catarfh in this sec
ton of the country than all other
diseases put together, and until the
last few years was supposed to be
incurable. For a great many years
doctors pronounced it a local dis
ase and prescribed local remedies, and
by constantly failing to cure with
local treatment, pronounced it in
durable Science has proven catarrh
to be a constitutional disease and
therefore requires constitutional
tratment. Halls Catarrh Cure, man
ufactured by r. J. Cheney e Co., Tole-
do, Ohio, is the only constitutional
cure on the market. 1t is taken in
ternally in doses from 10 drops to a
teaspoonful 1t acts directly on the
blood and mucous surfaces of the
system. They offer one hundred dol
lars for any case it fails to cure. Send
for circulars and testimonials.
Address: r. j. CHENEY & CO., To-
ledo, Ohio.
Sold by druggists, 75c.
Take Halls Family Pills for con-
stipation
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
YOUTHFUL HUSBAND MUST
DIVIDE HIS MEAGER WAGES

Washington, D. c., July 10-Spe-
ciaD-As Albert Jaeger, of 1913 Ninth
street, Brookland sat in the waiting
room of the juvenile court yesterday
afternoon he looked like any other
boy of 10. Visitors who glanced at
him figured he had probably fired a
blank cartridge on the Fourth or
played ball in the street on Sunday
or done any one of the scores of
other things for which boys are hailed
before Judge DeLacy. Only a few
knew he was a husband charged with
failing to support his wife.
The wife sat in the other room.
She is a frail, wistful-looking girl
Of fifteen, already burdened with
responsibilities of wifehood at a
time when she still should be eniov-
ing the freedom of a chiId's life.
The girl-Wife's uncle explained that
she is now living with him and that
she has no income whatever. Her
stepfather testified he had cared for
her up to few months ago.
The bOy-husband's mother said she
had repeatedly forbidden him to visit
the girl, but that he constantly dis
Obeyed her
Young Jaeger himself testified that
he was employed by the telephone
company as clerk and he earned
500 week, He didn't seem to know
just what to answer when the judge
asked him if he didn't realize he
owed a duty to the girl he married
and looked over to his mother for
advice. 1t was not forthcoming.
This is a deplorable affair."" said
the judge, "but the mischief has been
done and you've got to make the best
of it. You are legally married to
this girl, and you've got to help sup
port her. The law doesn't say that
only those husbands over a certain
age shall support their wives. 1t
says that all husbands shall do so.
You are getting $3.50 a week, and
| understand your earnings are not
needed in your home. Even if they
were, that would not make any diff
ference in this case I've known a
lot of folks who have lived comfort
ably on as little as $3.50 a week. Of
course, you would have to economiZe
That's certain. Get one room and
try to improve your condition, and
eventually you will have a real home
Try to make this marriage a bless
ing a spur to your ambition, instead
of a something that will act as a
drag all through your life"
Then the judge gave Albert a little
jolt. He sentenced him to six months
in the workhouse in very firm and
stern voice. Albert WINGED, and so
did his mother. The boy was led out
into the other room in a sort of a
daZe.
After court had adjourned, the
judge suspended the sentence and
directed Albert to pay his wife half
of his wages every week
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
Will Dudley.
FOR SALE.


200 acres level land. Rents bales
cotton. Price $1,000 acre.
4-room house, with garden. $1,000
Rent, $120
Groom house, in good condition;
100000.
7-room house, close in, $1,75O.OO
Rent 10000. This is a safe invest
ment, or pleasant home.
100 acres, 3 miles of r. r. $85000.
200 acres, half mile of R. r. station
Groom house, near church anG
schools, red land.
265 acres, one mile of r. r. station
4-room house, and two tenant houses
running water healthy and pure
drinking water
Real estate is the safest of all in
gestments.
If you are looking for an invest
ment or home come to see me.
2. 3. WILLIFORD.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
CAN SELL ONLY ON


Asbury Park, N. J., July 10.-(Spe-
ciaD -This resort has a store divided
against itself. 1t is run by Druggist
A Williams on Kingsley street. Upon
entering the shop patrons see a large
sign, which reads:
Notice. The sale of drugs, toilet
articles, perfumery soaps, etc, must
be confined to this side of the store. .
On the north side of the store Mr.
Williams and his clerks dispense soda
water to customers, but the cases
containing drugs and toilet articles
were removed today to the south
side.
This unusual condition of affairs is
the result of a writ of injunction is
sued today by the Court of Chancery
at the request of Dr. Frederick r.
Coleman, a rival druggist. Coleman
some time ago owned the site upon
which the Williams store stands.
When he sold it he stipulated with
the new owner that no drug store
should be conducted upon the prop
erty within a certain time. This CON
tract, he showed to the court, had
been violated, and the injunction is
the result, for one-half of the Will
liams store is on the restricted spot.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
GRAND EXCURSION TO
SAVANNAH AND TYBEE
Via. Seaboard Air Line
July 10th.

Account of the above excursion,
tickets will be sold from this station
at the rate of $3.50 for the round trip
to either Savannah or Tybee.
All tickets will be limited for re-
turn to leave Savannah on any regular
train up to and including Saturday,
July 25th.
Any agent will give you full infor-
nation regarding this excursion.
Z to 20
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
Ask for Aliens FOOt-Ease

A powder for swollen, tired, hot,
smarting feet. Sample FREE. Also
Free Sample Of the Foot-Ease SAM
tary Corn-Pad, a new invention. Adj
dress Allen S. Olmsted, LIE Roy, N. Y.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

A Russian professor has discover
ed that America needs a licking His
beloved land needed one a short time
ago and got it.-Philadelphia Ledger.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Mr.. John H. Garfield of Macon,
spent yesterday in Americas, his
| former home
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

All varieties of LANDRETH'S TUR-
NIP SEEDS. NEW CROP just re-
ceived. Come, send or phone
ELDRIDGE DRUG COMPANY.
10-2t
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

When girl wants you to squeeze
her hand it's a sign she will make
more fuss about it than if she didn't
care-N. Y. Press.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

There's always lot more enjoy
ment in smoking when. your wife
worries for fear you will spill the
ashes on the floor-N. Y. Press.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

p. e. Russell was among those who
came from Macon to Americas yester-
| day on business.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
Land For Sale.

3O3 ga acres of land in
Lee County about one mile
east of Adams station, occupied by
lube Meekins. Very good.
BANK OF SOUTHWESTERN GA
14-tf.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
CHAS. |. ANSLEY.
Successor to Wheatley & AnsleyO
Agent.American Lady CorsetS and
Butterick Patterns.
Daily Pullman ser

Daily Pullman SER
vice Macon, Ga, to
Asheville, n. c., and
the Land Of the Sky"
via Southern Rail
way. Leave Macon So
90 P. M. arrive Ashe-
vile 7:1O A. NJ. For
information, reserva-
tons, ETC., address G.
r. Petit, Trav. Pass.
Agt., Macon, Ga.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Mems Handkerchiefs at sc and 10c.
Mems Suspenders at 25c and soc.
Ladies' Umbrellas at CSC and $3.50
Mems Collars, best quality, 10c.
Mems Four-in-hand ties at 25c, SOC.
R. & G. Corsets, 81 quality at zoe.
Ladies' Summer Knit Drawers 25c.
Ladies' Summer Long Sleeve Vests
at E. -. =. e. E. :. =. =. 25c.
Ladies' Knit Corset Covers at 25c
and soc.
Ladies' Hose Supporters 25c and soc
Ladies' Sleeveless Vests at &C.
Ladies' White Wash Skirts at 95c.
Ladies' Brown and Black Silk
Lisle GauZe Hose at 25c.
Ladies' 16-Button white and Gray
Lisle Thread Gloves at 75c.
soc Fancy Ribbon at Csc.
Mems and Ladies' Suit Cases at
$3.50 up.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

After the erection of the 62-story
building clouds will have to fly high
or get their silver Innings scraped off
Philadelphia Ledger.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Miss Sara Whitehurst of MonticeI-
10, Fla, who has been visiting her
sister, Mrs Geo b. Stallings, return
ed home yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

For fresh grapes, telephone 349
or call at 332 Forsyth ST. I'm
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

STEERE'S DELICIOUS CANDIES
Fresh by express.
ELDRIDGE DRUG COMPANY.
1925.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Miss Emmie R. Ellis of Atlanta
after pleasant visit here, returned
to her home yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
(FNTRA14o GEORGIA
RAILWAY
Current Schedules Corrected
Passenger Station Meridian fme.
Arrivals.

From Savannah Augusta,
Atlanta and Macon. 40 Is N
From Lockhart, Dothan, AL
Elbany, Troy and Mont cry. no 40 p m
From Lockhart, DOthan, AL
bany, Troy and Mont'ery. = 81 p m
From Atlanta and Macon. -. 70 OF p m
From Augusta, Savannah, At
Ianta and Macon, rs 80 NJ
From Columbus and interme-
8diate points. .............. n 30 p m
From Columbus. and
Intermediate points 49,. It'll 80 d
From Columbus and interme-
- date points ........ ......... 1901 p n
From Alba ny. ................. 4:4O n,
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Happy is the married couple who
occupy a house in which there is
no room for Chicago News.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Mr. A. T. Jackson of West Point,
was in Americas yesterday, coming
upon a business trip
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

]. c. Baldwin registered from At
lanta yesterday among the arrivals at
the Hotel Windsor.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
July Clearance
Sale.

The time has arrived for a general cIean;nn
up and clearing out for us, but at the same time
the proper buying time for you is right nos
We invite your attention to the FOLLOWING
exceptional inducements and will say that tb;s
limited space does not convey to you but sr,,
portion of the many attractions we have to o{for
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Mrs. George w. Bagley of DeSoto
was the guest of friends while
visitor in the city yesterday.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Forrest b. Fisher was among the
several Atlantans coming to Ameri-
Gus yesterday
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Miss Katherine Legg, en- route tc
her home in Mo1ena, after a visit tc
relatives in Blakely, is the guest OF
her brother Mr. B. H. Legg.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
The Cause q Many
Sudden Deaths

There is disease prevailing in this
country most dangerous because SO decep-
of8H E!# S5 tive. Many sudden
Ig}yE9 Ia E 54 deaths are caused by
90 go 81 w it-heart disease,
NJ -y1N&E&D( >fr1z1 pneumonia, hoc~t
IHJ+59 ffR 2.Zz74=G failure or apoplexy
]. ]. d. i. u. d: !. 4: !.
/>lfFT 4 ElI kidney trouble is al
XXX e6l}, blood viii attack the
S51A,ss=,er,as.SS5yL55.,>fce vital organs or the
kidneys thenaeelVcs break down and waste
away cell by cell
Bladder troubles most always result from
q arrangement Of the kidneys ard a cure is
obtained quickest by q proper treatment of
the Eidacys. If you are feeling badly you
can <9 no mistake by taking DR.. Kilmer's
>" .o=Root, the great kidney, liver and
lado enedy.
tic cts Inability 10 hold urine and scald-
70 pain. in passing it, and overcomes that
unpleasant necessity of being compelled to
80 often during the day, and Is get up many
times during the night The mild and tn
extraordinary effect Of SWaup-Root is 500
realized. II stands the highest for its Won
deTtul cures OF The most distressing cases.
Swanp-2oot is pleasant to take and sold
by all druggists in fifty-cent and one-dollar
sized bottles. You may ft@~
have sample bottle Of 7 T7-f>4 srFgssss
Ibis wonderful new dis M. q a sii3ss5
covery and book that s s.:l "a g .EsEiEsagp
tells all about it. both Home Of swamD-Poot.
sent free ty mail. Address DR.. KHrner & Co.
Binghanton, NJ Y. When writing mention
eading this generous offer in this paper.
Len't make any mistake, but remember
he name, Swamp-Root DR.. Kilmer's
Swamp-Root and the address, Binghamton.
Y, Y. on every bottle
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

A good stock of TOILET SOAPS
and TALCUM POWDERS.
ELDRIDGE DRUG COMPANY.
1925.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
Departures.

. Except Sunday. ftSuhday OnI
and at M. at with
to and romSa
j E.. Ga.
BLOUNT Pasenge Mas
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Mrs Charles L. Wright returned
yesterday to her home in Columbus,
after visiting relatives here.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Miss Lula Mathews, of Cuthbert, is
the cultured and charming guest Of
Mrs. C. P. Payne during a visit of sew
eral days here
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
Men S NegIigee Shirts.

Csc Mems Negligee Shirts at 49c
81 Mems Negligee Shirts at Toe
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Rev Stanley Manning, former pas
tor of the Universalist Church in
Americas, spent yesterday here, en-
route from Washington to De Fun
lack Springs, Fla.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

DR.. F. B. GREGORY,
PHYSICIAN and SURGEON.
Diseases of Children a Speciality.

Tenders his professional services
to the citizens of Americas and sur
rounding country. Office over bod
sons Pharmacy. Residence phone,
No. 316. Calls left at Dodson's Phar-
macy will receive prompt attention.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Call up Loving's Stables, phone 81,
for baggage transfer. tt.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
Men Socks.
Mems Underwear.
BATHING Suits.

For Men andeBoys, all sizes, plain
blue. Others with red woven around
bottom, especially priced at soc, 81,
81, $50 and $3.50.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Mr. John Taylor and Dr. Ellrod Of
Forsyth, were in Americas yester-
day, making trip of more than
200 miles from Dothan, Ala, to For
syth in an auto car.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Buy your silverware from Thos. L
Bell, the jeweler.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
Ladies White Embroidered
Waists Slaughtered.

We offer again the grandest line white nene skirts
several different styles all well made perfect fitting prices
formerly $15O $780, but clear them out rapidly
and hence we say CSC each.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Mr.. and Mrs William A. Cobb,
formerly of this city, but now resi-
dents of Macon, are guests of rela-
tives while en- route to Columbus
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Misses Mary and, Martha Pryor OF
Smithville are two pretty little visit
ors, guests of their aunt, Mrs R. L.
Maynard, Lee street.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Buy your silverware from Thos. L.
Bell, the jeweler.
Mrs Charles L. Wright returned
yesterday to her home in Columbus,
after visiting relatives here.
Call up Loving's Stables, phone 81,
for baggage transfer. If.
Mrs. George w. Bagley of DeSoto,
was the guest of friends while
visitor in the city yesterday
A good stock of TOILET SOAPS
and TALCUM POWDERS.
ELDRIDGE DRUG COMPANY.
1927.
J. c. Baldwin registered from At
lanta yesterday among the arrivals at
the Hotel Windsor.
Mr. A. T. Jackson of West Point,
was in Americas yesterday, coming
upon a business trip.
Forrest b. Fisher was among the
several Atlantans coming to Ameri-
Gus yesterday.
Miss Lula Mathews, of Cuthbert, is
the cultured and charming guest Of
Mrs c. P Payne during visit of sew
eral days here.
Misses Mary and, Martha Pryor Of
Smithville are two pretty little visit
ors, guests of their aunt, Mrs. R. L..
Maynard Lee street
Rev Stanley Manning, former pas
tor of the Universalist Church in
Americas, spent yesterday here, en-
route from Washington to De Fun
lack Springs, Fla.
Mr. John Taylor and Dr. Ellrod of
Forsyth, were in Americas yester-
day, making a trip of more than
200 miles from Dothan, Ala. to For
syth in an auto car.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Mr.. Mack Wilson, a former resi-
dent of Americas, but now living al
Lockhart, Texas, is here upon a visit
to his father, Mr. w A. Wilson
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Mr.. c. w. Raymond Jr, after
spending two weeks with his parents,
Capt and Mrs. c.. w. Raymond here,
has returned to Dayton, Ohio.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11

Special Te-iu tio5 will be made on the entire line white
wash skirts.
Americus times-recorder. [volume] (Americus, Ga.) 1891-current, 1908-07-11
SOCIAL AND PERSONAL LIFE
Weather forecast for today: Warmer

Weather forecast for today: Warmer
Miss Emmie R. Ellis of Atlanta,
after a pleasant visit here, returned
to her home yesterday
STEERE'S DELICIOUS CANDIES
Fresh by express.
ELDRIDGE DRUG COMPANY.
1927.
p E. Russell was among those who
came from Macon to Americas yester-
day on business.
For fresh grapes, telephone $40
or call at 332 Forsyth st. I'm
Mr. John H. Garfield of Macon,
spent yesterday in Americas, his
former home
All varieties of LANDRETH'S TUR-
NIP SEEDS. NEW CROP just re-
ceiyed. Come, send or phone.
ELDRIDGE DRUG COMPANY.
1925.
Miss Sara Whitehurst of Monticel-
10, Fla, who has been visiting her
sister, Mrs. Geo. B. Stallings, return
ed home yesterday.
Miss Katherine Legg, en- route to
her home in Molena after visit to
relatives in Blakely, is the guest of
her brother, Mr.. B. H. Legg.
Mr. and Mrs William A Cobb,
formerly of this city, but now resi-
dents of Macon, are guests of rela-
tives while en- route to Columbus.
Mr.. Mack Wilson, a former resi-
dent Of Americas, but now living at
Lockhart, Texas, is here upon a visit
to his father, Mr.. w A. Wilson.
Mr.. C. w. Raymond, Jr., after
spending two weeks with his parents,
Capt. and Mrs. c. w Raymond here,
has returned to Dayton, Ohio.
New-York tribune., 1908-09-28
DYNASTIES DYING OUT.
EIeuen German States May Soon
Pass to Kaiser.

Berlin. Sept ls-Eleven Of the twenty-five dynas-
ties which rule the states forming the German
Empire are threatened with extinction the male
line of succession being sparsely represented. In
some instances the lands Of these houses-princi-
palities grand duchies and duches-wil. in ac-
cordsnce with the agreements OF succession come
into possession of Emperor William, as KING OF
Prussia
The male line OF the Grand Duchy OF Mecklen-
burg -Stretz for instance. is represented to-day
by only two persons the Grand Duke Adolf Fried
rich, born in ls4S and his surviving son OF the
same name born in 1852.
In Mecklenburg- -schwerin the Grand Duke Fried
rich Franz is chidless Three Of his relatives
however. entitled 20 the successton-Duke 20
ham Albrecht Regent Of BRUNSWICK chliuies'
widower; Prince Henry OF the Netherlands, nus
hand OF Queen wilhelnina, who is also chholess
and would probably, owing 10 his present post
not be accepted as a federal prince ana Duhe
Friedrich who is unmarried and determined not
10 marry. All three older than the present
grand duke II all die childless or not succeed
ing, the dukedon will go 70 the streiitz pI aIeH'
Consequently, this province also may 30 10 us0i
unless change is introduced into the consttu-
ton permitting the grand dukes uncle faui fIleu-
rich. and his son 10 succeed This. however is
most unlikely.
Two other royal lines nearing extinction are tnose
Of the Reuss older line. and the Sehwarzpurs-
Sondershausen. When the present prince OF me
older Reuss line dies. his possessions Will pass 10
the reigning prince of the younger Reuss hne'
while those Of the Prince OF Schwarzburg Sonders-
hansen go toAthe reigning Prince of Schwarzburg-
Rudolfstadt.
In Baden and Hesse the future of the succession
is equally insecure. The only male heir in Baden
IS Prince Berthold boy OF two and a half years,
while in Hesse the heir is baby two years old
In wirtemberg. after the death Of the present
aged King the succession will pass to g Catholic
branch Of the family. The only Protestant branch
that of the Dukes OF Teck. is prohibited from
succeedng because II is the Issue of a rnorganatic
marriage
In Oldenburg. where there IS a very youthful
heir; in Saxe-Altenburg, where there are only
two young princes IN the line OF succession, and
in Saxe-wenar, where the grand dukes two
cousins sre the only direct heirs the maintenance
of the dynasties hangs by q slender thread