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The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

large number of the bemotrats over the state and to various newspapers.
 The two letters ere as follows:
 Mir. Brynn's Letter.
 Lincoln, N>b.,. Oct. 90, 1908 "Mr. H. s. D. Mallory. -e
 ''selma. Ala.
 My Dear Sir:
 'The committee has thought 1t wise to arrange dates for me in the doubt- full States. and I therefore have not had time to vfsit the States known to be certainly Democratic. wish you would explain the matter to the Dem ocrats there and assure them that my absence is not due to lack of interest in them, but to the fact that l can serve them better by helping to win national victory than by visits which while pleasant, would not add to our strength in the electoral college.
 T shall visit the South after the election. The favorable reports we are receiving lead me to hope that I may come as the Pfesideht-elect and share with your people In the rejoic- ing that will follow triumph for the Democratic principles and policies.
 ''I need not say anything In explan- ation or in support of our platform. Your people are acquainted with the Issues and understand the importance of a national Democratic victory. I do wish, however. that you would im- press upon the voters of your section the necessity of polling the largest possible vote in the Southern States. There are two reasons for this. First, every vote cast in the South adds to the popular vote In the nation. and we need a popular majority as well as a majority in the electoral college. A popular majority will give public endorsement and a moral support which will be needed in carrying out the policies outlined in the platform.
 Our Democratic vote in the South usually falls several hundred thousand short af what it might be, merely be- cause the Democrats do not feel that their votes are necessary in their State and congressional contests. wish you would make 1t your business to see that every Democratic vote in your section Is boiled this year that we may have the encouragement and support that. popular majority will give.
 There is another reason why our people should be sure to vote, even though they may feel that their votes are not necessary to elect their local candidates. The small vote in the South Is constantly used by those Re- publicans who talk about the reduc- ton of Southern Representation in Congress. The larger the vote polled, the less the influence of such an argu- mont Please assist us to the extent of your ability in the effort to secure the largest Democratic vote ever poll ed In the South and the largest Dem oeratic majority ever recorded for the national ticket.
 Thanking you for the assistance you have given us in the campaign, I am
 Very truly yours.
 "W. J. Bryan"
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

three story building for the Harmony Club will be awarded to ascontractor on Monday. The contract was to have been let today but one of the contrac- tors did not put in his bid In time and the meeting of the building committee was not held and the contract was not awarded. The specifications calls for three story structure and will be equipped with all of the modern arr engagements and when completed will cost. about s40.00o and will be quite handsome structure
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
ATr. BEaIIory'x Letter.

Selma, Ala, Oct. 24, 1908. Dear Gir:--
 T am enclosing to you, and to the other Democratic newspapers of the State. letter from Mir. Bryan, which think will interest the Democrats Of Alabama. He explains that engage ments made for him in the doubtful States, by the National Committee. have so occupied his time that he has been unable to visit the States known to be certainly Democratic, and he wishes thIs made known to the Demo- crats of Alabama. He promises to visit the South after the election, and in view of the favorable reports from the campaign, cheers us with the strong hope that he will come as the President-elect
 Tt Is believed that the publication of his letter In the Democratic press of the State will add to the already great enthusiasm now among us. and aid in bringing to the polls every Democratic voter.
 Respectfully, ,.-... HI. s. D. Mallory, Chairman.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
LETTER FROM BRYAN
TELLS WHY HE DIDN'T VISIT ALA
 BAMA.
Says His Time Was Needed in Doubt full States and Not in These That Are Certainly Demo-
 cratic.

Selma, Oct. 24.--(Specfal. l-Hon. H. s. D. Mallory. chairman of the state Democratic Executive Committee, has received a letter from Candidate Will Han Jennings Bryan. MT. Mallory thinks that other Democrats through out the State have received similar letters, but is sending out copies of the letter with one from himself to
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

which will be held on next Saturday A large number of the young women of the city have been interested In the movement and every person on the streets next Saturday will be tagged and it is expected that quite Q neat sum will be collected by the society which will be used in the Improvements of the schools through out the county.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

the northern part of the Fourth Con- gressional District in the interest of the Democratic candidates returned to his home In Selma this afternoon. On his trip MT. Mangum made great many speeches fin the northern part of the district and believes the district will go solid for all of the Democratic candidates in the November election.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
A southsen oflcaal Here.

E. H. Coapman. manager of the North, Eastern, Middle and Western Divisions of the Southern Railway. with headquarters in Washington, spent today in Selma. MT. Coapman came to Selma last night in his special car and his trip has no significance being only one of general inspection over his divisions sf a. .5
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
Prenar,nx for II. s. Court.

United States Deputy Marshal W. W. Waite who has been in Selma and the surrounding counties for several days, past summonlng witnesses for the session of the. United States court which. wills convene here aon Monday. November ceYl aniAhed hts work today and all witnesses hayeaheen summoned
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
Watching for an Automobiie.

The police department this morning received a message from the chief of police of Montgomery asking them to be on the lookout for an automobile which was stolen from that city last night. The automobile was described as a white Buiclke with red trimmings and the police department was in formed that the man who stole the
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
stenmhoafa I.eave.

The Alabama river steamb0ats, City of Mobile and the Lucille which have been ct the city wharf since Thursday night left this morning on their re- turn trip to Mobile. Both of the Boats carried a good load of miscellaneous freghts from here for the way land ngs as well as number of passengers.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

machine was driving in the direction Of this city. While the police were on the look out for the machine and man all day. he was not seen in the vicinity of Selma.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
Pensioners Are Slow.

There are quite a number of pen sion warrants still at the office of the Probate Judge of Dallas county which the pensioners of the county have not yet called for. The pensioners have been slow in calling for their war rants and If they have not been is- sued to them by November 1 they will be returned to the State treasurer.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

Mrs. Crawford Bates has returned home after a short visit 10 friends in Montgomery
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

to attend the court. WIT. Waite left this afternoon for South Alabama where next week he will begin the work of summoning witnesses for the ses- on of the United States court in Mobile.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

The members of the Harmony Club will entertain at their opening ball on November 10.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
CentrnI citx Cluh German.

very enJoyabIe and largely al- tended affair of last evening was the opening german of the season by the Central City Club The evening proved a most enjoyable one to all who at- tended. The grand march was led by Mir K. W. Pettus with Mlss Carrie Wilkins, there being about thirty couples in the march.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
ReturneA rrom Bessemer.

Hon. K. S. D. Mallory returned to his home in this city this morning from Bessemer. where yesterday with other officers of the Grand Masonic Lodge of Alabama he dedicated the Bessemer High school. MT. Mallory was master of the ceremonies and made c most interesting address.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
A ReautifaI Reeeptfon.

Miss Rose Weaver entertained large number of friends at a reception Friday afternoon complimentary 10 her guest, Miss Stillwell, of Philadel- phia. The affair proved most pleasant and was greatly enjoyed by all who attended.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

MT. Louie Davidson, of Uniontown. was here last night to attend the Central City Club dance.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

.t. Back From speal<tnGi Tour. :. Hon. aRs H. aMaagsnn. who has been
 spending several, qdassi past stumping
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
Fined Fnr YaRrancy.

Only two cases were called during the session of police court this morn ing and fines amounting to $21 and cost were assessed. A negro for vio- lating the bicycle ordinance was fined 31 Frank Hill, another negro, am swered to the charge of being a yaG- rant and was fined 320 and cost.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

Contract VIII He Let Monday. The. contract for the building of the
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

Mrs Cyrus Brown. of Montgomery. Is here visiting relatives
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

Miss Wilmine Hammaan will sing at Fair Grounds this afternOOn. '
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25

The Young Ladies Missionary So- ciery of the First Presbyterian Church win give Japanese musicale tea at Mrs. W. s. Monks on Tuesday. November 3. from 4:30 to S:30 In the afternoon.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
Social and PersAaaI.

Mrs. Charles Patterson will enter tain a number of friends at cards on Thursday morning.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
Next soturday Tag Day.

Next Saturday Tag Day.
 The ladies of the Selma School Im- provement Association are making great preparations for their tag day
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
nenth nf senter Payton.

senter Payton. aged forty-nine. ta- ther of the Payton Sisters, actresses who are well known throughout the South, died In his room at the Hotel Albert this morning at o'clock after a ienRthiy illness from tuberculosis. At the time of his death there was at the bedside of the deceased his wife and one of his daughters. Miss c. $. Payton.
 MT. and Mrs. senter Payton reached Selma last Monday morning and since then Mir. Payton grew worse very fast and yesterday Miss c. S. Payton reached his bedside. The other daugh- ters are filling an engagement at the Mobile Theatre in Mobile and will probably reach Montgomery tonight to accompany the remains to Centeryille. Iowa, where they will ibe inferred.
 After the death of Mir. Payton, the. funeral arrangements were taken In charge by members of the. local lodge of EIks and Knights of Pythias. Sen- ter Payton, as well as his wife and daughters. were we'll known in Selma. he with his daughters having filled engagements here a number, of times during the past seasons. fs
The Montgomery advertiser., 1908-10-25
THE NEWS OF SELMA
nnmoNsTRATT0N OF NEW COTTON
 PICKING SxACHINE.
usort. Are Being Made To Get omciais Of Land and Industrial Depart meat of Southern To
 Witness It.

Selma. Oct. 74-tSpeciaL)-O Onicials of the Southern Railway and Secretary I. A. Maryman. of the Commercial and Industrial association, are making an effort to get in touch with Messrs. Richards, Shaw and Henderson. of the --~hd and Industrial Department Of the Southern Railw@y and to get them to stop over in Selma several hours next Wednesday morning and witness deunonstration of the Wallis-Lispenard cotton picking machine.
 The three officers of the land and in- dustrial department of the Southern Railway, will reach Selma Sunday night and will leave early 4-onday morning, returning to make an address before the Commercial and industrial Asso- ciation at the meeting of that organt- zatlon Tuesday night.
 The cotton picker has been tried most successfully during the past few weeks and officers of the Southern Railway are anxious to have the representative of the land and industrial department to watch 1t work.
 An expert representative of a large harvestry manufacturing concern in Chicago will reach Selma tomorrow and will spend several days here next week watching the machine work. Other representatives of similar manufactur- ing concerns are also expected here du- ring the coming week and 1t has about been decided by MT. Lispenard, tae inventor, to give a public denlonstra- tion on next Wednesday. when the general public will be invited to see how his invention picks cotton from the plant as It grows in the field.
 Since the private demonstrations of the ability of the machine to do the work which the inventor started out to accomplish, there has been consid- erable talk that the company which has been backing the undertaking, will erect here fin Selma plant for the manufacture of these machines. If this report proves true. 1t will mean the ex- penditure of large amount of money in this city and the plant, if built here for the manufacture of the cotton pick CT. would only employ the most skilled mechanics in large number and the pay roll would amount to considerable.
 It Is also understood that the mem bers of the company have expressed themselves favorably towards Selma as the place for the location of the fact ory on account of this city being 50 near the iron and coal regions Of the State and the transportation facilities which 1t enjoys both through railroads and the Alabama River.
The Ketchikan miner., 1908-03-14

the morning hours. No mishaps have marred the journey. An invitation has been extended hy British Coum- l bia to have the fleet visit at one of their ports while on the Pacific coast. The invitation ill probably be ac- cepted.
 Washington, March l2.-Admiral George Dewey, in a conversation to- day, stated that the improving of the | Notifications along ,he Pacific coast was q matter of great importance and should be carried into effect at once. He also stated that during his visit to the coast and his attendance at the welcoming festivities upon the arrival of Admiral Evans fleet he would in- spect the different coast Notifications. Washington, March F. As result of the investigation of conditions ex- isting and methods employed on the stock exchange in dealing in stocks and securities, oruered by President Roosevelt, he has stated that he will soon submit message to congress ask ing that legislation be enacted making stock gambling felony.
 Mare Island, March l2.-The target practice that has been in progress by the vessels of the Pacific squadron has ended in victory for the Cruiser St. Louis, which succeeded in carrying away the trophy. The battleship Maryland took first prize in her class of fighting vessels.
 Omaha, March F. The republican state convention of Nebraska has de- clared itself in favor of Taft as the presidential candidate. The conven- tion was in session today, elected del- egates to the national republican con- veution, and instructed them to vote for Taft.
 Oklahoma, March l2.-The republi. can state convention, which is holding it's meeting in this city, today elected delegates to the national republican convention. They were instructed to vote for Secretary Taft for the presi- dential nomination.
 Seattle, March 12.-Frauk Novel;, a photographer living at Nome, has been appointed officla photographer of the Alaska Y ukon-P Pacific Exposi- tiOn
The Ketchikan miner., 1908-03-14
(From Thursdays Daily) 5~i>


 H. c. Strong, of the Ketchikan Steamship company, returned on the Jefferson this morning from brief buispess trip to Juneau.
 The Henriette came In early this morning, and after clearing at the custom house here, proceeded on her way to her home port.
 The big ship America Is again load ing with ore at the Jumbo mine. She will take away, this time. about 5000 tons consigned to the shelter at Ia coma.
 Mrs. c. c. Baker, of Wrangell, who has been visiting relatives and friends here, will return to her home on the Cottage City, accompanied by her father, Mr. J. E. Ryus.
 Harry Rice, assistant postmaster who was injured by fall on board the Jefferson, is reported wholly con- valescent, and will soon be able to re- -ume his duties behind the boxes at the postoffice.
 New York, we are told, has can didate for the Democratic nomination for president, Judge Gaynor. But we hunbly opiDe that it will be many moons before the Democratic party will go into another contest behind a New York judge.
 And now it seems that a postoffice row is on at Juneau. It appears that an effort will be made to defeat the confirmation of John T. Spickett, re- gently nominated by the President to be postmaster at that place. It is no part of The Miners concern, but it does not hesitate to suggest that Jun eau might search much further, and yet fare good deal worse in the choice of postmaster. The opposition to Spickett is most probably due to the breaking out anew of the old political sore which appears to be DeyOHu tne fedCu LII peFInaHeut cufo
 The following meteorological sum- mary of the weather conditions during the week ending March II, 1908, is reported by N. B. Whitfield, deputy U. S. land and mineral surveyor:
 March 5--6 a. m. to D. m.-clear, wind from north and northwest, avg. temp. 28 deg.
 March 6-6 a. m. to 6 p. m.-rain, wind from south and southeast, avg. temp. 34 deg.
 March 7-6 a. m. to 6 p. m. cloudy and foggy, wind from south, avg. temp. B deg.
 March 8--6 a. m. to 6 D. m.-rain showers, wind from south, avg. temp. 36 deg.
 March 9-6 a. m. to D. m.-rain. wind from southeast, avg. temp. 37 deg.
 March l0-6 a. m. to p. m.--rain, w,nd from southeast, avg. temp. 37 deg.
 March 1l--6 a. m. to p. m.-rain showers, wind from southeast, avg. temp. 37 deg.
 Rainfall during week, ? 9-l0 inches.
The Ketchikan miner., 1908-03-14
Copper Location Wanted

WANTED TO PURCHASE-Goo copper properties. Must be handy to salt water for shipping ore. Give full particulars, stating position, analysis of ore, and terms of sale or bond. The undersigned are prepared to take up on reasonable terms.
 The Tyee Copper Co, Ltd,
 P. O.. Box 665, 22-4t Victoria, B. c.
The Washington times., 1908-02-16
GEORGETOWN THIRD
At COLUMBIA MEET

NEW YORK, Feb. 15.-Many George
town University athletes participated at
the annual indoor athletic carnival of
the Columbia University a. a. in Madi-
son Square Garden tonight.
The relay team of Georgetown com
peted in the special one-mile relay race.
and although it finished third to Wes-
leyan and Columbia, nevertheless it
showed good form.
1t was the first appearance this sea-
son of any of the boys from Washing
ton in open competition, and their ad-
vent into the game on a par with the
other big colleges in the open meets
greatly pleased the local collegians.
Wesleyan with its crack team of mid
die distance men. easily won the mile
relay. while Columbia and Georgetow n
fought it out for second honors- Co
lumbia developed some extra strength
on the last relay and beat the Wearers
of the Blue and Gray TO the tape. The
time of the race was very IaSI.
In the 1O00-vard run Yale ran one,
two. three r. a. Splitter landing first
honors. J. B. Taylor, the crack Uni
yersity of Pennsylvania negro Splinter,
had no trouble in winning the SSO-yaFd
special run.
Cornell won Emile relay race.
The Washington times., 1908-02-16
RICE GAhBIT PLAY
IS ON THIS WEEK

Chess, checkers, and whist in every
variety Will be in progress at the local
Chess and Checker Club this week
The different tournaments and attrac-
tions which are on card are the most
elaborate which the club has ever held
Recent annexations to the washington
body has greatly added TO its strength
and some good exhibitions Of the var
ious games are expected. The Rice
Gambit tournament, for which several
of the club members have been prac-
ticing for the past few weeks, will be
played and from the entrees some Of
the best talent in the city will be seen
al play
Thursday evening those interested IN
the Rapid Transit game viii have a
chance to paTtake of that sport, the
governing rule being a move every TWEEN
ty seconds. The banner play of the
week will be on Friday, when the local
club will have as their opponents the
Baltimore association. The visitors
have a lead of one point for the four
previous matches and the addition TO
the local outfit of much valuable ma
terial is counted as a sure victory for
the Washington aggregation
The Washington times., 1908-02-16
MARKED FALLING OFF
IN HARVARD RECEIPTS

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. Feb. 16.-The
annual report Of Graduate Treasurer H.
F. Thompson, of the Harvard Athletic
Association. for the fiscal year ending
January 1, 1908. issued yesterday. shows
there has been a considerable falling of
in receipts from athletics at Harvard
The surplus in the football accounts
falls 1000 short of 1906 otwithstandisg
the game was played in Cambridge last
year. It is accounted for by the fact
that bleacher seats were not provided
in the stadium at the contest last fall.
The baseball receipts showed a gain.
and hockey Melted gain, bat in all
The Washington times., 1908-02-16
LEWIS HAS LITTLE
OVER TERRY MARTIN
Both Try for Knockout.
Philadelphia EXcels at
Long Range.

PHILADELPHIA. Pa, Fec. 15-Terry
Martin. who disputes Harry Lewis
claim to the welterweight champion
ship. met the Philadelphia tonight at
the National Athletic Club
The men boxed and CIinched six
rounds. there being almost as much OF
the latter as the former. At the end
honOrs were even. Neither man was
hurt nor tired. and both could have
gone along at the same pace for fifteen
rounds.
Lewis had the better Of the first round
By playing for Martins body. the lat
ter being unable to block the low left
swings and straight Tight-hand punches
under the heart Martin rallied in the
second and caught Lewis frequently
with short punches delivered at close
range. Lewis came back in the third,
and once staggered Martin with a swing
on the jaw, catching him as he was
coming in.
Tie fourth and fifth rounds were
even. while Martin made a rushing I'm
ism in the final round. and earned =
draw.
Lewis had all the best OF the long
range boxing. but Martin outpunched
him at close quarters Each tried for a
knockout throughout the bout. as there
was considerable il-feeling between
them. but neither could land on an ef-
fective spot Both blocked wall. and
stopped blow after blow aimed for the
law. Esch boxed with the left shoulder
high to protect the vulnerable spot on
the jugular.
The Washington times., 1908-02-16
CHICAGO MAY GET
ESTABLISHED CREW

CHICAGO, Feb. l5.-The long
Chicago for the establishment Of a
rowing department in Maroon athletics
would now seem to be IN a fair way
of being fulfilled.
With the plans Of the park corn
Inissioners nearly maUred for the
building of a canal from Lake Michigan
70 Washington Park, the way seems
clear for the installation of rowing.
DI. Thomas ". Goodspeed, registrar
of the university. and secretary Of the
board Of trustees. speaking for Presi-
dent Judson, said in a recent inter-
view:
We have long hoped for a crew at
Chicago. and the time now is at hand
when Il viii be realized. / don't want
to say just when the first crew prac-
rice win be held. but 1t seems to me-
that two years is a safe time to set
for the building OF the canal down the
Midway, which viii make the crew a
possibility"
AS for the boat house. il is planned
| by the Maroons to make it one OF The
finest buildings on the campus. With
Chicago in the rowing field. Il is
| thought that the University OF Mime
sofa will follow the Maroons' example.
and these two universities together
with Wisconsin, the only me.1her OF
the Western College Conference which
supports a crew at present VIII then
be able to have an intercollegiate re-
gatta that will create much interest.