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The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Mir. Bryan is reported to have made the statement that he would not accept the democratic nomnat on unless fea- ture Is made of campaign fund pub licity. Mir Taft made no such threat He has done better than talk he has acted. By the simple act of selecting New York as the place for the head quarters of the national committee and the campaign treasurer he will pur- posely bring the republican machinery under the domain of the New York state publicity law and an accounting will now have to be made of receipts and expenditures. No better evidence could be offered of the sincerity of Mir Taft in telling Mir. Bryan that he has been first, last and always In favor of such publicity at the time, not long since, when the latter querled him on the subject. What he believes is neces- sary Is congressional action on the subject If Mir, Bryan shows an eaua enthusiasm in the same direction. there can be no question but that such law will be forthcoming,
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10
President Woodruff of Wesleyan.
(Hartford Times,)

lfiarllord IlmeS)
 The Ansonla Sentinel Is probably right in thinking that the suggestion of Governor Woodruff as the next pres ident of Wesleyan probably came from political sources rather than from the alumni There are several active geu- tlemen In Connecticut who would be uncommonly glad to have Governo. Woodruff committed to something which would put an end to the talk about renominating him. It Is not so hated as that the mere chance of It interferes with the convenience and certainty of their plans for nominating somebody else. As far as we recall no one has asked why Governor Woodruff should wish to be president of the uni versity. II would involve n radical change in ls whole scheme of life, and one which 1t is not likely he would caro to make.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10
REPUBLICAN MANAGEMENT.

We have respectfully called atten-
 lion to the predominance of the col"
 ege man in national political circles, 5till more instances of 1t are at hand. Frank Harris Hitchcock has been chosen chairman of the republican national committee, He is a Har- yard, '91, and a Columbia law school, 94, man. George R. Sheldon has been made treasurer of the national committee. He was member of the class of '7e. Harvard, the class be-
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10
Mir. Hobscn's Bad Choice.
Providence Journal.)

MT, Hobson Is q lingo without honor in his own country or abroad In these piping times. It would only be unfor- tunate for the democratic party if such stimulation as he Is able and willing to afford were necessary 10 put 1t and keep It on the right side on the navy question. The nlted States has no fear that Japan will be moved to az gressions and what Is more, there will be no fear of Japan should she ever be disposed 10 make aggressons. Mean. while, over against the border of her little patch of Manchuria still rests d Power, bruised but pussant that Is quite capable Of affordlng her jingoes plenty to think about the while the future is being planned. The great
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10
African Hunting at s1 n Word.

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 New York World.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Eighty-seven minutes of cheering for Bryan The "Yaleses' could not be ex- pected to do much better than that if they won an Intercollegiate baseball championship. But one thing is certain 1t is that the Independence party, which has the last fling in the matter of national nominations, will have to prepare to outdo that record when Willie" Hearsts name Is mentioned.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10
Russian empire has not been made q negligible quantity by a single defeat
Politics and voting Machines.

IBrIdgepoft FarmerI
 When the voting machine question first came up in this city, the republican officials favored, while the democrats opposed, this new election agency. Now, the political conditions are re- versed A republican mayor has vetoed q resolution authorizing the purcha se of thirty-three machines at a total cost of sl9000, and democratic board of al- dermen has overriden the veto by a vote of sixteen to seven, the majority being constituted of fifteen democrats and one republican, while the minority were all republicans, Almost com plete turn about from the original po- litlcal division upon the question. Really there should bo no politics in this matter, but 1t seems to have taken on political tnge.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

for the navy department to force him to keep a civil tongue In his head. That man is no solicitous friend of his coun- try who talks war, Enough mischief has already been done by loose talk of an alleged patriotic character, The Democratic convention can at least be conceded one splendid virtue; 1t will have none Of the silly advice of Hob son.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

On his sixty-nnth birthday Wednes- day John D. Rockefeller remarked that he felt no older than nine Many per sons would rather have person of the former age controlling his vast mil lions Probably his enemies will just be mean enough to say that he does things at times that boy of nine would not do, but that Is the way oi the world.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

october 6. I and s, are the dates fin- ally settled upon at Hartford for the celebration of the opening of the new bridge of granite over the Connecticut river It is unfortunate that thls will be so late in the year. IL was hoped that many of the yacht clubs of the state would participate. had shey been invited 10 do SO, but In october the great majority of the boats will be out of commission.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10
OUR CONTEMPORARIES.
The Horror of HObsOn. New York Globe

Richmond Pearson Hobson has never placed himself In the hands of experls for observation, Consequently the lay men are not able to state the specific brand of brainstorm of which he is the victim, As nearly as 1t can be made out 1t is dcmentla milltltis verging on paranoia Japiensis
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

The city Of Vienna Is now trying 10 get control of mines in Moravia, The reasons given for the purchase are tho high price of coal and the difFicuity of securing steady supply for the municipal gas and electrical works.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Mir, Bryan's picture was tackled to Autographs of Washington and of Cleveland at the convention Wednes- day. Bryan. the addendum.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

If Mayor Martin Is going to take a hand in the coming baseball game be- tween the officials of this city and the city fathers of Hartford, the strenuous mayor of the Capitol City ought 10 get into the game too. Let them face each other in a pitchers battle
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Anybody who wants to come to The Journal-Courer office these days bet trc come In an airship for both State and Court streets are undergoing ex- tensive physical changes.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

On and after october 1, 1908, the rate of letter postage between the United States and Great Britain and Ireland will be two cents per ounce-the same as the domestic rate The same rate IS already in effect between this country and Canada (not including Newfound- land), Cuba, Mexico, Panama and the Philippines
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

sleeplessness is often caused by the head being exposed to the cold, while the rest of the body Is warm. Tn nine cases out of ten If the head Is covered with silk handkerchief 1t will in- duce sleep.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

The list of great buildings in New York now numbers over hundred office buildings more than ten stories high, of which elahtee1 nrc over twen- ty stories In height, The roofs of fify- five of those buildings are more than 200 feet above the street, fifteen reach the elevation of 300 feet. while the remained carry the elevation all the way up to 700 feet,
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Money has been advanced for the purchase of hand power spinning ma chimes in Kain, Persia, with a view to spinning Persian wool for carpet and rug making
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Another big fire in Coney Island. It always was pretty "hot" place any way
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Since Its establishment the depart ment of agriculture has coat the Unit ed States more than s200, ,Ooo. 900. IL has given employment at different timee to hs00) experts and professors and Issued l7675 publications.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

R. F. Wilson of Baggs, Col, will file on a piece of ground on which is now located the Baggs cemetery. The land belongs to the government. Wilson will, as soon as he acquires title to the land, turn it over to the city. This will be the first time on record, 1t Is said, where d man homesteaded d graveyard.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

A laboratory for the teaching of electric science has been established in Manila by the Jesuit fathers.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10
SAVINGS AND poINGs.

Pittsburg has seven more national banks than Boston, but their total capi- tnlization is $500 less.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10
JUST PLAIN JOKES.

Don't you have any lambs on the links, uncle?'
 No, my dear; only dams. The Tat Ter
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Oklahoma. although the youngest state, hns ninety-three Catholic church.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Teacher--1f you are kind and polite to your playm0tes what will be the re- suit?
 scholar-They think they can lick Philadelphia Inquirer.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

with yourself at that Lonesome beach?
 Ethel--Sat on tho sand and watched the eddies,
 Maud--I thought you told me there weren't any men down there,
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

He was having some words with her chaperone
 "t'll--Ill kiss her right under your nose he said defiantly
 "Oh, well said the lady, "vicarious kissing like that I cah see no objection to-"
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Why is a pancake like the sun?"
 Because" said the Swede, 1t rises out of der yeast and 1t sets behind der vest. ."--Christian Guardian.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

First Guest--I say. what rppin' or chids!
 Second Guest--Yes, aren't they nice got 'em off my ndwlch--lnstead of parsley, you know.--Punch.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Maud-what in the world did you do
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

With one exception, everything I've put money into has gone up in the
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Thief acquitted of stealing a watch, to his advocatel T thank you, sir, from the bottom of my heart. l have no money to pay you, but here is the for you, and I may have another jou for you soon. '--Fliegende Blatter.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

Mir. Peet, a very difident man, was unable to prevent himself being intro- duced one evening to fascinating young lady, who, misunderstandlns his name, constantly addressed him as MT, Peters, much to the gcntleman's dis- tress Finally, summoning up courage. he earnestly demonstrated,
 "Oh, don't call me Peters. Call me Peet!"
 "Ah, but don't know you well enough, Mir. Peters" said the young lady, biushing, as she withdrew behind her fan.-Catholic News.
The morning journal-courier., 1908-07-10

What was the exception?"
 An airship, ,'-Philadelphia Inquirer.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-08-02
SAYS LoPEZS EXPULSION
 IS LACK OF CIVILIZATION

Willemstad, Aug. 1.-The news that President Castro had withdrawn the exequateurs of all the Dutch Consuls and Vice-Consuis in Venezuela until such time as The Netherlands Govern nenf apologies for the alleged ir- suits put upon Venezuela. was received in Curacoa this morning by correspond ence by the, steamer Dagfred, which passed by the port, but did not stop.
 The Colonial Government is in tele- graphic communication with several steamship lines in an effort to get a vessel to come to Curacoa and take M. de Reus, the former Minister of The Netherlands. to Venezuela, who was expelled by President Castro. to some point where. he can connect with a steamer for Holland. The difficulty is that practically every steamer leav- ing here touches at a Venezuelan port. and this the minister does not desire to do.
 The mail from the steamer Dagfred contained also details of the letter sent by the Venezuelan Government to the Government of The Netherlands, in which Venezuela gave a list of the in- juries and insults to which she has been subjected at the hands of The Netherlands. This letter is dated July 2s, and is from the Venezuelan Minister of Foreign Affairs. Jose De Jesus Paul, to The NetnerlandS EOret8n Minister J. R. NJ. Van Swinderen. Senor Paul says Venezuela considers it an insult that The Meth erlands cruiser Gelderland dld not salute the ports of Porto Cabello and La Guaira on the occasion of recent calls. in spite of the fact that these places are defended by forts. In spite of this lack of cour- tesy. the Gelderland was allowed to communicate with The Netherlands consuls at each place, and to take on board Minister de Reus at Laguaira. Furthermore. notwithstanding the re- fusal of the commanding officer of the Geiderland to receive on board the harbor officials of the Venezuelans at Porto Cahelio and La Guaira. The Netherlands Consuls were given each a salute of seven guns. Continuing. M. Paul gives details of the occurrences at Willemstad that preceded the dea parture from that port of Venezuelan Consul Senor Lopez, comparing them with the attitude of the Venezuelan Government when Minister de Reus left Caracas.
 He says he considers the expulsion of Senor Lopez as evidence of lack of civilization on the part of the people of Willemstad and inability of the au- thorities to afford proper protection for the Consul of friendly nation.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-08-02
BIG MORTGAGE FILED
 IN MOBILE PROBATE


 Mobile. August 1.--( Especial. l--T Thera was filed in the ofiice of the probate court this afternoon a mortgage for S25. 900 made by the ". T. McGowin Lumber Company to the Smith Luna- Der Company. The signatures to the mortgage include W. T. and E. L. Me- Gowin and I. E. Boyett. The mortgage is given to secure a promissory note for the amount specified with lnter+ est at five per cent, which note has two years to run.
 The property mortGaged tages in all the personal and real property that is included in the recent sale made by the Smith Company to the McGowin Company. This embraces the mill ana lands in this county. and also the land in Clarke and Marengo counties to- gether with the contracts for the cut- ting of lumber from these lands.
 The mortgage Is one of the most lengthy that has been filed in the ok- flee of the probate judge. The land8 described in the mortgage. and which are made subject to the mortgage, oc- cupy mank pages in the giving Of the exact description. It will be instant ly recalled that the announcement of the purchase of the Smith Company's s property by the McGowtn Lumber company was made on Thursday of this week and that the purchase price was placed at s300.000. one half of which was paid in cash.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-08-02
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Montgomery,

s. Oates. after several weeks iilness. Tho remains were eTnbalmed and shipped this morning to Fiovtlla, Butts county, Ga., for burial.
 Mrs. Watkins is an aunt of Mrs. Dr. W. 8. Oates. Mrs. M. B. Lind say, of this place, and Hon. R. J.. Reynolds. Of .Abbeville. or her. other family reiatfXss this. writer knows nothing: except sae was T widow of
 she was paying her neices her a visit when she was seized with typhoid fever.
 pr. Marvin Scott, a very prominent young physician of this place. and Miss Clyde stoveall of Columbia, Ala. were quietly, naha riDi at the home of the bride isst Wednesday evening,
 Mir. John D., Hay is visiting rela- lives in Southwest Georgia this week.
 MT. JagM,s West and sister. Miss Voleta, have returned home from 1n- dian Springs. Ga.
 Mr. cowarts of Madison. Ga, is vis- ting his daughter, Mrs. c. E. Wtl- Hams, this week.
 Mr. Courtney YounghlOod enjoys the distinction Of being the nrst owner of an automobile in Headland.
 President Henderson and Hon. John A I,usk. of the Alabama Railroad Commission, made a brief stop here yesterday on their return from Abbe- vile.
 farmer five miles from town, is at the gin with the first bale of cotton of the season for this section this eveIi- ing.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-08-02
PROBLEM
OF THE ADMINIs-
 THATroN OF JUSTICE.
Judge William H. Taft Makes Inter- esting Statement In Discuss- ing Address He is to De-
 liver to lawyers.

Hot Springs. Va. Aug. i.--"Speaking generally, believe the greatest ques- tion now before the American public IS the improvement of the adminsfration of justice. civil and criminal. both In the matter of It's prompt dispatch and the eheapening of It's use
 Judge W, H.. Taft made this state ment today in discussing the address he Is to make. here next Thursday to the Virginia Bar Association, arrange nnents for which were being made with him by President Wyndham R. Meredith of the Association.
 Tt is a dificult problem" he added. very difficult indeed. to make the ad- rninistration of justice equal to the poor and rich. The dificuity Is in the Advantage the wealthy man has in the employment of counsel and in the fact that he Is able to stand the expense of litigation and the poor man Is not
 There seems to be no absolute rem edy. The only thing you can do is to render the administration of justice as prompt as possible. The evil Is in the delay more than anything else. And one of the great demagogic arguments, for 1t IS a, demagogic argument, and I have heard 1t so often-in matters when a proposition is made to have only one appeal in cases involving less than $500. is. will deny to the poor man the right to obtain the judgme ent of the Su- premq Court. of the United States? There never was more spacious arr gunent. The wealthy man can afford to wait for years for that $500 and can afford to carry the case on, but the poor man cannot do 1t. That $500 he needs and needs 1t at once, if he is go- ing to get 1t, and if not. he needs to know that at once and not be put to the expense of extended counsel fees and appealss It Is better than the case should be decided against him than that he should lose five or six years and finally win after he has paid out the arnountin attorney fees"
 Mir. Taft intimated that he should dwell at some length on this question in his address to the Bar Associa ton. The meeting will begin Monday and MT. Taft expects to attend several of its sessions. This was .Congratula- ton day so far as MT. Taft's mall went. Many letters contained felicita- lions on the speech of acceptance.
 An optimistic view of the Republi- can situation in Iowa and Colorado was communicated to Judge Taft by Secretary Wilson who is in the West looking after the interests of the De- partment of Agriculture. Mir. Wilson says the question of tarin protection on farm. products will have great weight in Colorado.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-08-02
NEWS OF BENTON.
Personal Notes and Social Events of Vwfereat.

PeraOnaI Notes and Social EVents or Interest.
 Benton, August 1.-(Special. )--Mrs Ed Rowan and children. of Selma, are visiting MT. and Mrs. S. Rowan.
 An interesting game of baseball was played here Friday afternoon between Benton and Jelks. the score resulting n to in favor of Benton. The fea- lures of the game was the pitching Of I. Fl Run, who struck out fifteen men; also. the throwing to second base of Catcher W. w Feulner. Batteries: Benton-J. H. Ruff and ". W. Feul- ner.' Jelks: Drake. Boyd. c. Traylor and Dudley. $. Rowan.
 Miss Carrie Steele. an attractive young lady of Selma is visiting rela lives and friends here
 W. H Pierce has returned from a seven weeks stay in Selma infrm- ary, greatly benefited.
 Hugh H Hudson. of Selma, Is among our latest visitors.
 Mrs. NJ. F. Stewart. of PrattvllIe and MT. Sam Beckwith. of Shreveport. La. were recent guests of their sister, Mrs. F. c. Ruff.
 M. G. stoudemire is visiting his mother, Mrs. Belle stoudemtre. of Arlington.
 Jack Dudley. of Gadsden. is spend ing a few days here among old friends.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-08-02
GIVES UP CONTRACT.
Birmingham Gulf and Construction
 Company Won't Build Road.
PALPITANT SOUTHWEST.

Company Won't Build Road.
 Tuscaloosa, Aug. .--(Special.l l-The Birmingham and Gulf Construction Company has given Up it's contract to build an electrify the. electric line from Tuscaloosa to Gadsden. ..s.,r
 In fact, by mutual agreement. signed July 25, by the railroad company. the contract which has heretofore existed between these parties, was terminated, :, All of the equipment owned by the Construction Company has been turned over to the railroad, and all the local bills have been paid In full. The Com struction Company was headed by Mir . J. A. Vandergrift of Philadelphia. as President, with MT c. c. Scales as Superintendent. There have also been some changes in the officers of the Birmingham and Gulf Railway and Navigation Company. Mir. vandergrift. who has been General Mana ger. has been succeeded by J. T. Pultz of New York, whose title will be General Su- perintendent. Mir Pultz is now in Mo- bile, but Is expected in Tuscaloosa shortly. MT. E. F. Enslen, Jr., of Birmingham has been appointed Super intendent of the Birmingham and Gulf Railroad to succeed Mir, George H. Roos. Mir. Enslen arrived in Tusca- Ioosa yesterday and took charge.
 owing to the cancellation of the con tract with the Construction Company. the work of electrifying the line will be delayed for a short time But 1t is understood that a new contract will be pushed for an early conclusion.