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The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
CARNIVAL IN MOBILE.
Committees for fhe Celebration ar
 Announced.

Committees Tor The Celebration are
 Announced.
 Mobile, Jan. 11.--(Special.) )--The General Executive Committee of the Carnival Association held a meeting in the Commercial Club rooms last nigh and elected all the standing commit tees. which will have charge of the carnival this year and which event they promise will eclipse all celebra- tions ofsformer years.
 The committees are as follows:
 Finance Committee-A. P. Bush, chairman; Erwin Craighead, vice-chair- man; E. J. Buck. A. S. Lyons, J. B. Waterman. Lewis E. Schwarz, E. E. Bernheimer, John Craft, c. B. Hervey. c. A. Cunningham and N. A. Richards.
 Advertising Committee--w. B. Me- Atee. chairman; J. Paul Wilson, Lewis E. Schwarz, John Craft. Charles sHess and Frank H. Stoll.
 Illumination Committee-John A. Mahon, chairman; Charles Hess. T. K. Jackson, J.. NJ. Friedman and L. J. Davis.
 Coronation Committee-w. K. P. Will son. chairman; A. P. Bush. A. S. Lyons, H. T. Hartwell and W. G. Horn.
 Felix Parade Committee-H. T. Hart well, chairman; Joseph McPhillips. H. D. Hopper. M. ". Harrison, Leon Schwarz, Gus Lyons, J. Paul Wilson and George W. Adams.
 Army and Navy Representation Com mittee-W. F. Tebbetts, chairman; E. L. Russell, Pat J. Lyons, Erwin Craig head, W. H. Armbreeht John E. Nit chell and J. D. Bloch.
 Music Committee-Leon Srhwe~~
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
Involuntary BanIruptcy.

Mobile. Jan. 11.-(Special)-Two in voluntary petitions in bankruptcy were filed in the United States Court today. The first was that of M. Forcheimer 6 Co.,, against z. T. Harrison & Co.,. of Barrytown. Ala; J4 T. Doggett 6 Co. were named receivers. The second was that of R. H. and w. c. Agee against W. J. Prim of Camden. Wilcox County. The latter was adjudged a bankrupt and the case was referred to the referee at Selma.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

However. they will not join their father In Montgomery for several months
 The good news has been received from New York that Mrs Greenwood Ligon, who has been very seriously i'll there. is now convalescent.
 Mir. Louis Davis has returned from a visit to Chicago. pr. Angelo Festorazzi is out again after weeks illness.
 The Shakespeare Club was again in session this morning at the residence of Mrs. c. J. Torrey. The following was the program:
 |. what does the Clown mean by his question about the instruments having been in Naples? 2. Outline the character of Emilia and does she understand her hus- band9
 3. Was othelIo justified in attaching such weight to the words Iago be- ginning" She did deceive her father, marrying your" Was Desdemona's conduct in the matter reprehensible: 4. What new influence appears with the introduction of Blanca and what new light does her appearance throw upon Cassie?
  the invitation of the Fidelia Club which has been very generally received will be given at it's club house Thurs day evening. The invitation. which Is made to represent one of our gold cer- tifcates with the face of Mrs. Chad wick and the Knickerbocker Bank, marked "Busted." reads as follows:
 An Evening at Monte Carlo"
 Fidelia Club.
 Thursday January 16 1908
 Games begin promptly at s:so ?. m. Fools rush in and win--Where Angels
 fear to Tread" visiting in the city, has returned to Wannack Hill.
 Mrs. George Clark, of Birmingham. is expected in the near future and will be the guest of her mother. Mrs. Ra- chael Heustis
 Mir. Pfeifer left today for his home in Montgomery.
 Mrs. and Miss Kahn, who have been the guests of Miss Rosa Kahn are now visiting Miss Bertha Bloch on Govsrn- ment Street. , The Russells will have another Tuesday at home this week.
 MT. and Mrs. Marx, of Uniontown, are visiting Dr. and Mrs. Hirschfield Miss Selma Jones, of Philadelphia, is the guest of Mrs. Albert Hanaw on Franklin Street
 Mrs. Cleland Smith and Miss Harriet Smith leave tomorrow for New Or leans.
 MT. Alexander Dreyfous, of Natchez. Miss. is at the Cawthon for a few days
 Mrs. H. c. c. Donald. who was ex- pected Nome from the North on Mon- day, will stop over at Annapolis on her way South and will not reach Mobile until Wednesday. Miss Sallie Van Antwerp has rec turned from a visit to Selma.
 Mir. Oliver Hume. of Montgomery. is spending a short time in the city.
 Miss Fannie Gaflliard. of Perdue Hill, is the guest of Mrs. Lawrence LoclSlin Miss Lucille Overall was the hostess for the Bowling Club this morning and entertained it's members at luncheon at the Country Club. A teweled hat pin was the prize played for.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
EVERGREEN RESIDENCE
 IS DESTROYED BY FIRE

Evergreen. Jan. 11.-(Special.)- )--The two-story residence of T. A. Waller was destroyed by fire this morning at 10 o'clock.
 The family was not aware that fh e building was on fire until informed by neighbors. The fire originated from some unknown cause in the second story and had eaten it's way through the roof about the center of the build ing when it was discovered.
 The fire department responded, but the fire had gained such headway that it was impossible to extingu;sh the flames. By heroic work, nearly all the household effects were saved.
 Mir. Walters loss Is about S2,00O; partially covered by insurance.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
Thompson is PardOnea.

Clarence Earle Thompson, formerly cashier in the real estate office of the McDavid-H Company. who is now serving a term of two years on the county roads for embezzlement, has been. granted a pardon by the State Board of Pardons.
 This information reached here this morning and young Thompson will be brought from the convict camps to tho city and here given shis liberty as soon as the pspers arrive.
 Thompson Is a young man, and dur ing his connection with the real estate firm here made many friends. being good mixer and spender, and when he was arrested on the charge of em- bezzling about $1,500, much Surprise was expressed. At that time he had severed his connection with the firm and had entered the real estate busi- ness in New Orleans
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
Quick Discharge of Cargo.

record in discharging a cargo from ship has been made by the em- ployes of the Louisville and Nashville Taragona wharf.
 The British Steamer Glenroy con- taining 4,So0 tons of iron pyrites was unloaded in exactly five days at that wharf, which establishes a record not heretofore obtained at any port where pyrites is handled.
 The shipment came from Huelva. and owing to the delay in receiving the cargo the shippers expected to pay demurrage amounting to several hun dred dollars on the shipment but the quick work in discharging the cargo. saved this amount. They today cabied their agents here that the work was the quickest on record in discharging such cargo. sa
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
G.C. YARN ARRESTED
SERIOUS CHARGE IS MADE BY MISS
 BRITTLE.

Brother of Man Held in Texas for De-
 seFtiOn of Wife is Accused of
 Betraying q Young
 Woman.
 Pensacola, Fla, Jan. 11.-(SpeciaL)- Another wealthy naval stores dealer was arrested here today in the person of Grover c. Yarn. brother of W. w. Yarn, who is now under arrest in Texas upon a charge of wife desertion.
 Today c. c. Yarn came here from Texas for the purpose of looking up some evidence in the case of h;s brother. He had no sooner arrived than he was taken iAto custody on warrant charging him with having carnal knowledge of a female under the age of IS years. This person is Miss Mabelle c. Brittle of Brooksville, Fla, where the warrant was issued. Tn the warrant, Miss Brittle alleges that Yarn promised to marry her.
 Habeas corpus proceedings were first spoken of by Yarn, but later he de- cided not to take this step.
 Deputy Sheriff Smith left with Warn a prisoner tonight and will deliver him to the authorities at Brooksville.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
MARINE NEWS.

Mobile, Jan. 11.--Arrived: Strs. Sul- dal (Nor0, Ellingsen. Honduras: Bedo (Nor.), Larsen, Honduras; Lexington (Rr.), Hurlbut, Brazil; Mount Vernon, (Nor.), Falsena, Panama.
 Cleared: Strs. Khorazan (Br.), Caws- ley. Germany; Uskmoor (Br), Evans, Pensacola.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
kidnappers Write Letter;
 Denaand Money of Mobiiian

that he failed he could look for his daughter to be stolen by January t2. no matter what precautions he took. ,
 MT. Smith immediately went to po- lice headquarters with the letter and detectives were detailed on the case. The matter was also taken up with the postoffice authorities and 1t developed that box No. at Crichton was rented by a Methodist minister of that place.
 The postof1ce authorities are ferret ing the matter and win endeavor to find who mailed the letter.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
nranannn. Cluh CotIllion.

Friday evening the Manassas Club gave the first of it's series of coalitions which was a brilliant success owing to the clever leadership of MT. L. G. Adams and Miss Nell Hall. The whole first floor of the club was thrown open for dancing and very brightly deco which the mantels were banked, palms and potted plants in every available space, trailing smilax festooning the windows and the chandeliers. whose lights were prettily shaded with red. Miss Nell Hall. who is an extremely
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

Mobile. Jan. Especial. )---Th omas J. Smith. proprietor of the Mobile agency for sewing machine company and well known sportsman, owning several fast horses. received a letter this morning from an unknown person 800 immediately his young daughter would be Kidnapped.
 The letter stated that the money could be sent to postoffice box No. 1. at Crichton, Ala. and that everything would be all right but in the event
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

The Finance Committee reported that over $3.000 had already been subscribe ed and several reports from sub-commit- tees were not received.
 The Committee to Secure Gunboats here during the carnival was author ized to take up the matter with the proper parties and make arrangements as soon as possible. a.ae
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
HOUSE OF DETENTION.
BOys' Club May Secure the OId Ja
 fin MFohiFA

Boys Club May Secure the OId JaiI
 fin Mobile.
 Mobile. Jan. II Especial. )-The di- rectors of the Boys Club are making an effort to secure the old county jail building to be used as house of de- tention for youthful criminals. which were present Mir. Albert Buah, J. B. Waterman, Rabbi Alfred C.. Moses, c. B. Thames and Ralph Rich ard. Action on the matter was laid over. however. until future meeting when all the directors will be invited to be present.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
NelUs of Mobile Society


 Mobile. Jan. 11.--(special) )--The week ended as it begun with a good theatri- cal performance which naturally brought society out in large numbers but owing to the dry season at the cawthon which came fin with Judge Senmes' decision upholding the nine o'clock closing hour business when 1t came after the theatre suppers was not near as brisk as usual.
 Dances will be as scarce no doubt here for the younger set this coming week as they were in the one just passed when only the Manassas Club was responsible for that form of enter faining and the Misses Coates and or tons dancing class had its usual jolly time at the German Relief Hall to- night.
 The Hamilton Whist as usual will hold the board for Monday afternoon and will be entertained that afternoon By Mrs Henry Hall Jr.
 An interesting lecture will be deliv- cred Monday by Mrs. w. J. E. Cox who will tell of her travels in China from which country she has recently rerprn- cd. This lecture will be delivered at the St. Frances Street Baptist Church.
 The Pivot whist will assemble with Mrs- W. K. Sysor for their weekly meeting on Tuesday.
 The Merry Makers will be entertain cd by Miss schwartz on Tuesday.
 Mr. Evans the new secretary of the Y. N. c. A. will be formally welcomed with a reception Tuesday.
 Mrs Horace Clark who is on a. visit to Mira. A W. Brookes will be entertain cd by Mira. Rhett Goode at small and informal bridge party Tuesday.
 One Of the most interesting affairs of this week will be the Vineyard Par ~ Of the Elks held in the uniquely decorated room of the Cawthorn Wednesday evening. The affair will be in the nature of vaudeville, con cart and dance will wind up the even 1ng.
 Nra Harry Haverman will entertain af cards Wednesday in honor of her guest. Mrs. Kahn bf Atlanta, Ga.
 It is strange how seasons run to dava Last year 1t was "wednesday calendar than any other day and this year it Is Thursday. This Thursday promises to be a very full day begin ngnm with the meeting of the Thursday Fridge with Mrs. F. c. Hughes. ys
 The Young Matrons Card Club will be entertained that, afternoon by Mrs. II F. Hlrshneid.
 Mrs. E. D. Bondurant will serve tea that afternoon for the Thursday After noon Tea Club.
 y The west End Bridge will meet that nfternoon with Mrs. H. Vaughan and fn the evening Mrs. Vaughan will en- certain at cards In honor of her guests the Misses Hunter of Selma.
 The Discards will be entertained wadneaday afternoon by Mrs. John Cochran.
 The F. E Cs, whose game because of tho weather had to be called of last night will be entertained by Miss Jennie Montgomery next week instead
 AEr. and Mrs. George KilbouTne will wntsrtain at cards on Friday evening
 Tho Grand Slam Bridge Club will be the guests this week of Miss Cot fee at the residence of Mrs. Rivers Rush.
 Mrs. H. Jervey will be the hostess for the 5ee Club this week.
 Mr. ,. B. Christian has recently ae. cep1ed a position in Montgomery, much to the regret of his friends here and those of his interesting and attractive Family. Miss Rosa Belle Christian ana Miss Marie Christian are very popular heer and they will be greatly missed
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
Atmore Bank Holds Meeting.

Atmore, Jan. 1l.-(Special)-At the regular annual meeting of the stock holders of the Bank of AtmoIe held in its\ offices here. all of the old of- fcers and directors were elected for the ensuing year. Notwithstanding the recent financial furry. the bank passed the crisis without putting any limit on payments to depositors The regular semi-annual dividend of { per cent was declared. and the prospects for pros perity in abundance for 1908 are good
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
Mobile VeaseI Aground.

The fishing schooner B. L. Grafton owned by the Mobile Fish and Oyster Co.,, of Mobile is ashore in Pensacola harbor, where she was carried by the storm of last night. The vessel put into port during the night out of the storm, but in coming up the bay con- trol was lost and she went in on the beach between the navy yard and Big Bayou. Efforts to float the schooner have so far proven futile.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

..-- --.s slsAvo Vf his brother, and be- 1ieves that he was the victim of foul play
 The missing man. according to his brother, was always steady and in- dustrious, and only came to Pensacola because of the fact that he was out of employment and saw in newspapers where fishermen were earning good salaries.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

uUn ueIIvereu addresses at Joness Mill Friday morning and at Excel in the af- ternoon, good crowds being present at both places.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

Mr. ,. B. Christian has recently ac. cepted a position in Montgomery, much 10 the regret of his friends here and those of his interesting and attractive Family. Miss Rosa Belle Christian ana Miss Marie Christian are very popular heer and they will be greatly missed
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

Mrs. H. Jervey will be the hostess for the. 500 Club this week.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

Mr. Evans the new secretary of the Y. M c. A. will be formally welcomed with a reception Tuesday.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

Mrs Horace Clark who is on a visit to Mira. A W. Broolxes will be entertain cd by Mira. Rhett Goode at q small and informal bridge party Tuesday.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

The Merry Makers will be entertain cd by Miss Schwartz on Tuesday.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

Tho Grand Slam Bridge Club will he the guests this week of Miss Cot fee at the residence of Mrs. Rivers
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

AEr. and Mrs. George KilbouTne will ssntertain at cards on Friday evening
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

The Pivot Whist will assemble with Mrs- ". K. Syso7a for their weekly meeting on Tuesday.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

The F. E Cs, whose game because of Che weather had to be called of last night will be entertained by Miss Jennie Montgomery next week instead
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

However, they will not join their father In Montgomery for several months
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12
Looks For Missing Man.

In search of his missing brother. Johann Sauer of Selma, Ala, reached Pensacola this morning and is making inquiries among the baymen ana fishermen of Harl Sauer, who came to Pensacola about six months ago, and secured employment on one of the fish ing vessels at this port.
 For sAvA-ai ~r~"ths the missing mat,
 his family, sending '..- 4'e . children money each
 t7s Ipport. Suddenly his .3tf rs those addressed to Et.- ed undelivered.
 srtl' vain inquiries. the .yttst uissing man decided to 'to ola and make an in- tr day he was unable to
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

; The west End Bridge will meet that afternoon with Mrs. H. Vaughan and n the evening Mrs. Vaughan will en- certain at cards in honor of her guests the Misses Hunter of Selma.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

Mrs. Harry Havernan will entertain at cards Wednesday in honor of her
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

Mir. Louis Davis has returned from visit to Chicago.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

Mrs. E. D. Bondurant will serve tea that afternoon for the Thursday After noon Tea Club.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

The Dfscards will be entertained Cochafan.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

The good news has been received from New York that Mrs. Greenwood Ldgon, who has been very seriously Il there. is now convalescent.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

One Of the most interesting affairs of this week will be the Vineyard Par ~ Of the Elks held in the uniquely decorated room of the Cawthorn Wednesday evening. The affair will De in the nature of vaudeville, con cart and a dance will wind up the even ing.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

The Young Matrons Card Club will be entertained that afternoon by Mrs. 1T P. HIrshfleld.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-01-12

It is strange how seasons run to dayM Last year 1t was wednesday that nnonopoIized more room on the calendar than any other day and this year it is Thursday. This Thursday promises to be a very full day begin mgnm with the meeting of the Thursday Fridge with Mrs. F. c. Hughes.
Ottumwa tri-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1903-1916, 1908-08-15
HID EN DANG ER .

Uric acid Is deadly poison that is
produced in the human body, and it is
the duty Of the kidneys ta-coIect this
poison from the blood. and to pass It
safely out of the system, together
with all waste water.
It is the presence in the body of an
excess Of uric acid that causes SO
much pain and suffering, and SO many
Of the aches that are commonly at
tributed 10 rheumatism.
The kidneys are beam shaped organs,
composed Of masses OF little tubes, all
Of which pour their secretions into a
main channel that leads to the blad-
der. In this way the kidneys pass of
more than an ounce Of poison every
day when in health.
But 1t does not take much to set
the kidneys back. and when they get
behind, they can not right themselves
without help. The uric acid begins to
clog the kidneys, causing that dull
heavy aching in the back. and sharp
twinges when STOPPING or lifting. II
crystallizes in the muscles and joints
and every turn or twist brines keenest
torture. 1t attacks the nerves with
neuralgia and sciatica. It brings head
Ottumwa tri-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1903-1916, 1908-08-15
OTTuMWA Gets
iowa REUNION
THIRTY-sIXTH BIENNIAL MEET
ING SCHEDULED FOR OCT.
Z AND s.

At a meeting held at G. A. R. hall
by the executive committee of the
seth Iowa nifty. Reunion association
Ottumwa was chosen for the next BIZ
ennial meeting. October 7 and s are
the dates selected for the reunion.
In the absence OF F. wi. Epperson,
president, Major A. H. Hamilton, per-
manent honorary president, called the
meeting to order. e. M. B. Scott Is
secretary.
The following were appointed on the
reception committee: A. H. Hamilton,
w. P. Sharp, s. H. Harper, A. N.
Barnes, H. K Kirkpatrick, Henry Ad-
cock, John Scully, Thomas Hollings-
worth, S. ]. Raden, John McMillen, E.
M. B. Scott, Isaac Mathews, William
Elkin, J. H. Thompson, John Chance,
]. M. Rupe, J. Skinner, John L. Miller,
George Kitterman, James King, G. H.
Prosser, William Powell and William
Lowenberg.
Others will be added to this com.
mittee and other committees appoint.
ed. Full details and a complete pro.
gram will be announced later.
Ottumwa tri-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1903-1916, 1908-08-15
ISSUES A STATEMENT
Governor Says he Will Call no Cor
ference Regarding Senatorial
Succession

Des Moines, Aug. 13.-Gov. Cum
Minis last evening issued statement
upon the matter of the succession to
the late United States Senator Will
liam B. Allison.
1.-THE time has come" he said,
when l may with propriety put to
rest some Of the rumors current in
the state. 1t has been stated that l
will soon cal la conference of progress
sive Republicans to consider the SEN
atorial subject. l do not expect to
call any such conference. Senator Al
lison's death has created certain ques-
lions which l must decide, not as a
candidate for Office, but as governor OF
the state.
81 invite help in the solution of the
problems, whether from political sup
porters or political opponents, but
when all is said and when the time
comes to act the decision will be my
own and l will take the whole respon
sibility for it."
Ottumwa tri-weekly courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1903-1916, 1908-08-15
BELkNAP.

Belknap.-The Misses June Gibson
and Maggie Eckerd, of Bloomfield,
were the guests Sunday of Roy and
Edith Bell.
Mrs. 7. D. Mum is visiting at
Moberly, Mo-, with Mrs. George Ost-
man.
Mrs. H. c. Yates and little daughter,
Beatrice and Ruth were the guests
Wednesday forenoon of Mrs. G. H.
Hughes and daughters Hannah and
Anna. DR.. and Mrs. Yates were OH
their way to Emerson where they
have located.
j. E. Johnson, and family left this
morning for Ottumwa to visit friends.
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred n. Cummins and
little son Bert Of Kirkville, visited
with Mr. and Mrs. w. S. Cummins
forenoon. Miss Chloe and Master
Dave Cummins who had been visiting
here, returned home with them.
Miss Hazel Hinote, Of near Union
vile, is visiting here with her sister,
Mrs. Arzie Lockman.
Miss Ruby Middleton left Wednes
day for visit with friends at Sey-
mour.
Miss Ethelyn Hardin. who has been
year came Sunday evening to see her
sister, Mrs. G. E. Lisetor.
Thomas Riley, of Nilwood, nj, spent
short time at this -lace Saturday.
Miss Newkirk, of Ottumwa, passed
through here yesterday on her way
home from Drakeville where she nac
visited home folks.
The members Of tho TSeiknap band
report having most enjoyable time
Saturday night at F1oe5s..
Mrs. W. ]. Stevens, OF near Union
willie is visiting here with her daugn-
ter, Mrs. Cox.
Mrs. Jesse McCreery and daughter
Miss F1oy, of Ottumwa. spent Satur-
day night and Sunday at the home OF
Eli Harbour and took supper Sunday
evening with Mr.. and Mrs. G. H
| Hughes and daughter. They were &C.
companied home by little Miss Wilda
| Smock
Otto Crist and family. of Floris, were
| the guests Sunday of Mr.. and Mrs
Eli Harbour.
The Misses Allie Morris, Ethel Leo.
! nard and Lydia Broich, Of Ottumwa
were the guests Sunday Of Mrs
Elmira Morris.
Mr.. and Mrs. R. H. Lisetor were thu
guests Sunday Of Mr.. and Mrs. Charley
| Pitman.
Guy Caldwell and George Johnston
left Wednesday for the Dakotas t.
work in the harvest fields.
| Mr. and Mrs. Gossage, Of Ottumwa
passed through here Sunday on thel
way to the R. T. Sample home OF
Soap Creek to spend Sunday
Mr.. and Mrs. Sample and baby, 0
Sherman Chapel were the guest
Thursday Of Mr.. and Mrs. Davl'
| Mum.