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The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
COMFORTING WORDS.
Many q Greenwood Household VIII
find Them So.

To have the pains and aches Of bad
back removed; to be entirely free from
annoying dangerous urinary disorders
is enough to make any kidney sufferer
grateful. To tell how this great change
can be brought about will prove com
forting words to hundreds Of Green
wood readers.
Mrs. H. N. Austin, living at 956 Oak
ST., Greenwood, Miss, says: III had
more or less trouble with my back and
kidneys ever since was twelve years
old, and the pains I endured through
he small Of my back laid me up on
more than one occasion. ! could hardly
-traighten at times and can only de-
-cribe the pain by saying that II seemed
as II the flesh and muscles Of my back
we're in a vice and being twisted. Ac-
companying these troubles ! had an an
noyance with the kidney secretions,
which were often 80 retarded that !
would go for thirty-six hours without q
passage. The secretions were scauty
and accompanied by scslding sensa-
tion. Dizzy spells were frequent and |
received no relief until ] procured
Doans Kidney Pills at Chandler's drug
store. have derived great relief from
the use Of this remedy and cannot
speak too highly OF It,"
For sale by all dealers. Price 81
cents. Foster-Miiburn Co., Buffalo
New York, sole agents for the United
States.
Remember the name Doan's--and
| take no other.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
Approaching NuptidIS.

The editor Of The Commonwealth
acknowledges receipt of an invitation
to attend the marriage Of Miss Nina
Weir CrossliD and DR.. Thack Grant
Hughes, which happy event will take
place at the home Of the brides parents
In Waco, Texas, on September 30th, at
o'clock p. IN. DR.. Hughes is son OF
Rev. and Mrs. J. II. Hughes, Of this city,
but is now located at Clarksdale for the
practice Of his profession. The Com
mon wealth joins his many friends here
in extending congratulations in ad-
vance Of his approaching marriage.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
Popular and Absolutely Safe

The depositor has a feeling Of abso'
Lutte security when he puts his money
In this bank. Why2 Because:
1t is strong.
IL is conservative.
1t is well equipped.
1t is liberal
and friend to all saving class OF peo'
pie. Four per cent. interest paid.
BANK OF LEFLORE,
Savings Department.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
Card of Thanks.

To the Voters OF Greenwood:
wish to adopt this method Of thank
ing you for the honor conferred in
nominating me for Street Commissioner
at the primary election held few
months ago, and at the same time to
express sincere regret that circum-
stances are such that have been com
PEELED to resign the nomination SO gen.
erously given. On account OF the in
creased salary which my present err
ployer has given me it is but simple
Justice to my family and self that ac-
cept same-hence my resignation.
Again thanking you one and all. re-
main, very truly, L. 0. CORBlN.
Sept. Is, 1908.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
The Rainy Day.

When the 'rainy day" comes, the
bank book is the best umbrella. There
is feeling Of security and confidence
when you know you have fund to fall
back on in case Of need.
The proposition is open to all and
now is the best time to start your ac-
counts.
Four per cent. interest paid on de-
posits from Sl.00 up.
BANK OF LEFLORE,
Savings Department.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
The SOuth'S Greatest Fair.

Catalogues of the great Tri-State
Fair to be held at Memphis, Tennessee,
September 18th to October 7tb, fore
tell wonderful show and exposition at
Tennessee's Metropolis. The famous
race track, Montgomery Park, has been
converted into n modern fair grounds
with up-to-date buildings for various
departments, an experiment farm, a
horse show arena, dairy, etc. Racing
of all kinds, trottiug, pacing and run.
ming; exhibitions of cattle, hogs, sheep,
farm products and the like; poultry
show, dog show, pure food show; imple-
ment exhibitions; complete womans
uitu usU, tssAIU,s 'st.st.s5.. s,-s-a-a.r
shows; sensational free acts, such as
high diving, educated bears, etc.
There are premiums for everybody and
all kinds of things. 1t Is the most com
pIetc fair ever planned In the South.
Low rates on all railroads. There
are ten days and every day is a big ono.
Send for a catalogue to-day.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
Bernstein's Collar Window Display.

Just think OF window display Of 100
dozen lin4n collars! This Is sight to
be seen at Bernstein's gents fnrnish-
ings emporium. These collars are the
celebrated Arrow Brand, aud the tasty
manner in which they are displayed
would do credit to any establishment
even In the largest cities in the United
States. 1t is we'll worth a visit to
Bernsteins popular store to see this
magnificent window display.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
ASiIwORTII-CROC EFT.

ASitWORTll-GROtkEI1'
Special to the Banner.
Lebanon, Tenn, August l2th.-The
marriage of Mrs. Mary Blanton Ash
worth OF this place and Mr.. Charles
Crockett Of Greenwood, Miss, was sol
emnized here by DR.. s. A. Collie, with
only the brides father, Mr.. W. II. Blan-
ton, her sister, Mrs. Carl Buford, and
Mrs. Callie Cantrell present. The i'll
ness OF the bride, who is suffering from
the nervous shock caused by the recent
illness and death OF her mother, ne
cessitated the ceremony taking place
at her bedside. Mrs. Crockett will,
az soon as she Is able, be taken to an
infrmary In Nashville for treatment.
Nashville Banner, Wednesday, August
18th, 1908,
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
GREENWOOD

nihcent ifteen-mile boulevard whicI
skirts the lofty surrounding hills. 1t il
a beautiiG' panorama OF lake, bay, har
Dor, city, landscape and verdure un
surpassed by any drive anywhere. The
temperature was from 40 to so above
zero and winter clothes and light over.
coats were very comfortable.
Monday night we left Duluth for
Northwestern and Western Canada as
guests in part of the Canadian govern
ment, the Canadian Northern and the
Canadian Pacific railroads. We were
accompanied by Mr.. W. J. White, In
spector of q. S. Agencies Canadian
government, Ottawa, Canada; Mr.. c. W.
speers, General Colonization Agent.
Canadian government, Brandon, Canada;
Mr.. Arthur Hawkes., Superintendent of
Publicity, Canadian Northern Railway,
and Others from time to time from the
different places visited.
There were 1853 people in our party,
and had our own diner, capable of seat
ing forty-eight persons. Two meals
were served a day breakfast and
evening dinner. The party was divided
into four groups, giving 45 minutes to
serve each group. The writer was on
the first call" at 6:45 am. aud Sis pm.
and was thus enabled to put in long
day looking at the country.
On Tuesday morning, August 25th,
we arose in Canada at Fort Frances,
Province of Ontario, on the the main
line OF the Canadian Northern Railway,
having come from "the States" on the
Duluth, Rainy Lake and Western Rail |
way. This is the railroad which has
grown "a mile a day" during the past
II years and is now operating 1929 |
niles, comprising the second system in |
Canada. Two men are in absolute CON
'rol, VIM. Mackenzie and D. D. Mann.
It was on this great road that we spent
i've days going from Fort Frances to
making stops at several
'laces-special mention OF which will
'e made in the next two issues Of The
Commonwealth.
J, L. GILLESPIE.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
lM DIFFERENT COM.
IS MITES APPOINTED
10 Look After Proper Enter tainment
OF Confederate Veterans.

Below we publish list of the Com
mittees appointed by Mildred Hum,
phrcys Camp, United Sons Of Confeder-
ate Veterans, to carry ont the program
Tor the proper entertainment Of the
Confederate Veterans Reunion TO be
held in Greenwood on the 7th aud Sth of
October. Every member of these Com
mlttees is expected and urged to 20 to
work and do everything possible TO
make the guests Of the city enjoy them
| selves on the occasion of the reunion;
General Committee DR.. 4. II. Hen.
derson, Chairman; Gen. S. II. KeesIer.
Dr. D. s. Humphreys.
Arrangements Gen. s. n. Keesler,
Chairman; Gid Montioy, Jr, Chas.
Nichols, W. l.. Anthony, j. b. Hum
phreys, W. NJ. Hammer.
Finance DIR. s. L. Brister, Chairman;
W. G, George, j. W. Quinn, s. l.. Gwip,
W. s. Barry A. Henderson.
Entertaining c. ID. Saunders, Chair
man; j. II. Ellington, A. NJ. Payne, C. W.
Crockett, DIR. Mathews, Sam Coleman,
j. II. Sutton, f. NJ. Aldridgo, p. s.
George, Maury Humphreys, W. C.
George, ?. d. Montjoy, Sam Montgom.
cry, c. N. b. Campbell, q. i. Ray, w.S.
Barry, Chas Nichols. o. II. Bledsoe, Jr.
Publicity j. H. Gillespie, Chairman;
II. b. Dixon, F. s. George, d. y. Hum
phreys, W. NJ. Hammer.
Decorations N. s. Wright, Chairman;
q. NJ. Turner, J. l.. Montgomery, Bruce
Brown, W. T. Chapman, Ben George
Herbert McShane, Mrs. II.
Ii. Barrett, Mrs. Monroe McClurg,
W. A. stinson, Mrs. T. X. Henderson,
Mrs. W. A. Burkhalter, Mrs. s. II.
Young, Mrs. Ben Geo. Humphreys, Miss
Minnie Attlesey, Miss Mary Aldridge,
Miss Mary Craig Kimbrough, Miss
Sallie McNeill, Miss Wheat Burkhalter,
Miss Cecil Henderson, Miss Katherine
George,
Reception s. II. Coleman, Chairman;
all the members Of Hugh A. Reynolds
Camp of Veterans, all tho y. d. Ca, r.
II. Baird, j. b. Humphreys, Robt. Par
fey, pauP Nldffti8y, 6. ~ mGnGgddatry. =
Refreshments at Reception and on
MRS. d. S, Humphreys,
Chairman; Mrs. W. W. Mcneil, Mrs. j.
L. Gillespie, Mrs. Emmons, Mrs. j. W.
Dulaney, Mrs. Il. b. Skllman, Mrs. j. L.
Mrs. Moria McNeill, Mrs.
W. 7. Mathews, Mrs. W. s. Marye, Mrs.
Y. NJ. Aldridge, Mrs. T. u. Steele, Mrs.
K. d. George.
Music Mrs. G. E. Wright, chairman,
with authority to appoint balance of
The General Committee should meet at
the Business League Office every Mon
day night TO hear reports.
The Chairman OF each Committee
should report to the General Committee
every Monday night reporting the
Of his committee.
Each Committee should be called to-
gether at once by its Chairman and
have regular weekly meetings and re-
port progress TO the General Committee
every Monday night.
Every Son Of Veteran should take 1t
upon himself to write to some one or
more old Veteran urging him to attend
the reunion on the 7th and 9Th OF
October.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
Automobile for Sale.

Buick Touring Car, % horse power, 10
first rate shape, run about 5000 miles.
Includes top, extra tire, tire chains,
mileage meter, oil and gas lamps, gas
generator. Will sell for $500. Cost
sl45O new. Apply y. II. Merrjfield,
Helena. Arkansas.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
Lost Watch.

On Tuesday, the 18th inst, lost a
solid gold, Elgin movement, ID Jewel
watch, between my store and the
Southern Ry. depot. The finier will be
literally rewarded and no quest ions
asked by returning same to me.
J. D. DOWNS,
505 Howard 1t.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18

Weller can do your repair work cheap
er than the city jewelry stores because
his expenses are less. Bis repair work
is the best because he employs only the
highest class Of workmen.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
For Rent.

Store house at Sidon, Miss. For par
ticulars apply to
MORRIS LEWIS,
Lexington, Miss.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
Residence For Rent.

s-room residence, 400 Walthall street,
for rent. apply to c. @. Nichols or to
The Commonwealth Office.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
Lost.

Round, plain locket with small dia
mond In center. Return TO this office
and get reward.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
For Sale.

One Edisons Rotary Monograph No
rs, good as new. Phone 81.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
For Rent.

Two Rooms, apply at 30l George st.
corner y. Washington.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18
The Matinee Musicale

will meet with Miss Susie Wells,
Wednesday afternoon, Sept 23rd.
PROGRAM.
Life Sketch OF Rubenstein--Miss Mo-
Neill.
Kamenoi --Ostrow--Miss Steele,
Melody in F. Miss Henderson.
The Asra Miss McShane.
Etude Miss Creegan.
Reading -"How Reuben Played
Mrs. Wright.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18

The Commonwealth $3.50.
The commonwealth. (Greenwood, Miss.) 1896-1923, 1908-09-18

weiIer's skilled workmen execute
promptly all orders for repair work, and
satisfac tion is guaranteed.
The Washington herald., 1908-04-17
MINNESOTA IN TAFT COLUMN
State Convention Adopts Resolutions
Instrueting for War Secretary.
Frank b. kellogg, Of ST. Paul, One
OF the DeIegates-at-large 10 the
Chicago Convention.

st. Paul, April 16.-The Republican State
convention to-day selected delegates C
the national convention pledged to Taft
The delegates-at-large are Frank 3. Kel.
logg. st. Paul; ". ". Henelhnger, Min
neapols; E. B. Hawkins. Duluth. and F
E. Putnam. Blue Earth City.
The resolution contained the following.
we heartily ovi.i,i,snd the splendid
administration of President Roosevelt
and especially his efforts for the estab,
lishment of a sound financial system, the
enforcement of the laws and proper reg
ulation of corporations. for free competi-
ton in business. for the protection OF
property rights, for the stability OF gov.
ernment and for the maintenance of ths
highest standard of business integrity and
civic duty
"HOn. William H Taft is the choice oi
a large majority OF the Republicans OF
Minnesota and Of the United States for
the Republican nomination for President
He is a man Of great learning and ability
wide experience as a statesman. and best
qualified to carry on the work inaugu-
rated by President Roosevelt
we, therefore, instruct our delegates
in the national convention to use all hon.
orable means to secure his nomination fol-
President of the United States and tC
vote for him as such nominee until elect
ed by the convention"
The Washington herald., 1908-04-17
PLANS FIGHT ON LILY WHITES
Virginia Negroes, Enraged, VIII
Call Another Convention.
Warren :. Lurty, Working for Re-
organization Toward Chi
cagO Contests.
sr.c3nl 20 The wa.hinEtan Herald.

SPECIAL 10 The Washington Herald
Richmond. Va. April 16.-Warren ;.
Lurty, Of HarrisonbuTg. for a long time
district attorney Cor the Western district
of Virginia. Is actively engaged in the
movement 10 organize a contesting Re-
publican delegation from this State to 90
10 the Republican national convention 10
oppose the TAFT Endorsement and 20 de-
mand on behalf Of the bulk Of the party.
recognition al the hands OF the national
convention.
1t is said that Capt Lurty attended the
recent State convention in Lynehburg,
saw the OfhCiousness Of the Republican
oficeholders. who were there in large
numbers. witnessed the eradication of the
negro from politics and the induction Of
the Lily White party. and returned 70 his
horae and at once set about 10 reorganize
the party.
Following out the plans OF the origi-
nator Of the scheme, the colored voters
of this city have issued cali for con
yention in this city on May a to elect
delegates 10 the Chicago convention in
strict conformity 10 the call issued by
the Republican National Committee, Wash
ington. D. C.. on December :. 1851. and
signed by Harry S. New chairman, and
Elmer Dover. secretary.
The district conventions are to be held
prior TO the assembling Of the State con
vention i'm this city on May II, the dis
triet conventions to be composed Of coun-
ty and city delegates.
The men behind this scheme are very
much in earnest and say they viii be
able to make a showing at the national
convention which viii insure to the op-
ponents of the Taft movement an indiea-
ton Of the determination to prevent his
nomination.
One OF the best-informed eolored men
in the city says that a delegation had
conference with the Foraker and
Hughes forces, and that the plan now
being fostered was a result Of the con-
ference. He also said that 1t might be
possible that a combination would be
effected which might result in the nomi-
nation OF Foraker for President and
Hughes for Vice President.
The Washington herald., 1908-04-17
WATSON'S FAITH IN TAFT
Says Indiana Will Ee Safe, if
0hioan Is Named.
Reassured the President on This
Point I'm Discussing Party Affairs
at the White House.

Hon. James E. Watson. Republican
whip of the national House Of Represent
atiVes. and nominee OF his party for gov
ernor of Indiana. gave the President a
cheering biz OF reinsurance when he Wis
lied the White House to discuss the Coa-
gressional programme.
For some little time Indiana Repub-
leans have been freely admitting that
doubt attaches 10 the result Of the com
ing election in that state They have not
only ,sreed that Il is a debatahle State,
but that Mr. Bryan would have an ex-
celent chance to carry it unless Indiana
should have a place on the Republican
Presidential ticket, or Roosevelt should
be nominated for another term
These Republicans. interested naturally
in the nomination Of Vice President Fair
banks for first place. have been quite out
spoken as TO Secretary Taft. They have
uniformly expressed doubt that he could
carry the state. on account Of the hos
tility OF the labor people toward him and
the disaffection of the negro voters.
Representative Watson, however, does
not partake Of these fears. While he was
talking things over with the President. he
was asked the point-blank question:
Gas Taft carry Indisna?"
Il may have been prompted somewhat
by desire TO please the President rather
than firm conviction OF his own. but
AR. Wa1sOns answer was promptly In
the affirmative.
Yes" said he. we shall be safe with
Taft"
What else the Hoosier Republican may
have told Mr., Roosevelt on this point is
not disclosed. but the fact that the as
surance given was out uf harmony with
the usual talk Of Indiana Republicans
has caused no little comment in political
circles.
Indiana Democrats are not only hopeful
of winning al the next election. but ag-
gressively confident that they are going
to win. They declare that they will elect
their candidate for governor and ma
iOrity Of the legislature. which viii mean
the gain Of a seat in the United States
Senate. They fear only one contingency.
and that is the denomination of Roose-
velt as they appreciate that he will get
thousands OF votes that would otherwise
be cast for Bryan. 1t is the opinion Of
Indiana Democrats that Secretary Taft
viii lose his own State as well as In
diana.
The Washington herald., 1908-04-17
NEGROES IN REVOLT NOW.
Oklahoma cOIOred Men VIII Not
support Taft.

Dallas. Tex. April 16.-The negroes of
Oklahoma are in state of revolt against
the Presidential candidacy of William II.
Taft. The attitude of President Roose-
welt on the negro soldiers has infamed
them against the administration.
A conference Of negro leaders from all
parts Of the State, and representing A. .000
negro voters. was held In Muskogee last
night A State organization was formed,
with A. S. McRae as State chairman.
The action of the white Republicans in
ignoring the negroes and selecting white
delsg 4tes instructed for Taft was de-
nounced by resolution.
Conventions of negroes were ordered to
be held by Congressional districts TO send
contesting delegates to Chicago.
Resolutions indorsing Senator Foraker
were adopted, and a copy thereof tele-
grnphed to him. The unanimous senti-
ment of the convention was that the ne
groes Of Oklahoma will not vote for Taft,
should he receive the Republican nomina-
ton for President.
The Washington herald., 1908-04-17
DELEGATES ARE ANTI-TAFT
Sixth South Carolina District Holds
Convention.
Promise Only TO support DurinE
Campaign Party's Nominee
at Chicago.

Charleston, S. c.. April 16.-The Repub-
licans Of the Sixth Congressional district
held their convention at Florence to-day,
and selected as delegates to the Chicago
convention J. r. Levy, Of Florence, and
J. A. Baxter, of Georgetown.
The delegates will go to Chicago unin-
structed, but according to a statement
made by one Of them. they are strongly
anti-Taft. They claim. however. that
they viii support the nominee if he is
friendly to the South. A majority of the
delegates to the convention unhesitating-
ly expressed their opposition to both Taft
and Roosevelt, but will support either If
chosen as the standard-bearer OF the
party by the Chicago convention.
The convention was orderly and entire
harmony prevailed
The Washington herald., 1908-04-17
SHELTERS CLOSED By FLOOD
Boston and Montana Plant at Great
Falls Is Shut.
Out for Twenty-Five
MILES,

Helena. Mont, April 16.-Because Of the
washing out of the Great Northern tracks
for a distance or twenty-five miles be-
tween Helena and Cascade. as a result of
the bursting of the Hauser Lake dam, it
was officially announced to-day that the
Boston and Montana smelter at Great
Falls would be forced to suspend opera
tions within a few days, and already
several departments have been closed
down.
It is estimated that 1t viii take from
ten days 10 two weeks 10 repair the
tracks, and in the meantime there is no
other means of getting ore from the Butte
mines to the smelters. The Boston and
Montana mines will not be closed, how
ever. as Managing Director Ryan has or
dered the ore shipped to the Washoe
plant, at Anaconda.
The worst of the flood is now over.
Because of lOw-lying lands near Tim and
Cascade the river spreads out and the
crest of the flood has passed Great Falls
without damage TO the Boston and Mon
tana Smelter or other property.
The situation at Craig is bad. how
ever. The entire population is camped
on the hillside, practically every structure
in the town having been rendered unin-
habitable by the water. Trains cannot
reach the place, and relief is being sent
by wagons.
General Manager Gerry to-day said that
after further examination. il is believed
that the dam can be repaired for 500. .0OC
and the work finished within six months
Already work has been begun. and will
| re pushed rapidly.
The Washington herald., 1908-04-17
GET FREE PASSAGE TO CHINA
OrientaIs Cross Mexican Border
with This Object In View.

Austin, Tex, April 16.-It is stated by
the Federal authorities of this district
that more than 100 Chinese are now in
jail at El Paso. Eagle Pass. San Antonio,
anG Laredo, awaiting deportation to
China for violating the exclusion act.
The number of attempts of Cinnamon tc
unlawfulIy enter the United States has
increased Of late. immigration inspectors
along the border are kept busy watching
for these violators of the law.
1t costs about $500 TO arrest. convict.
and deport each Chinaman. Many China
men in Mexico cross over to the United
States in order to get a free passage back
TO China. Federal authorities say
The Washington herald., 1908-04-17
INSTRUCTED FOR CANNON.
Thirteenth Illinois District Repab-
licans Praise the Speaker.

Freeport. H.. April 1s.-Resolutions IN
dorsing Speaker Cannon for the Presi-
deney and requesting delegates from the
Thirteenth district TO vote for him in the
national convention We're adopted by the
Congressional convention to-day
The resolutions also favor the contalu-
ance of the policies of President Roose-
velt, commend the work of the United
states Senators from Illinois in uphold
ing the Federal administration. and re-
fer TO Speaker Cannon as Illinois most
distinguished citizen.
The Washington herald., 1908-04-17

in racing cutters. the Louisiana being
second.
The fleet baseball champions, from the
Ohio. played a game with the San Diego
Pjckwicks, and lost BY q score of s to g.
Tonight there is grand display Of
fireworks on the water front. The ships
are illuminated, and all San Diego IS in
a semi carnival spirit. 1t reminds one of
closing night down at Coney Island,
The greatest show of all, however, is
Jack ashore. He is having the time Of
his life