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Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-10-30
THIEVES TO CATCH THIEVES.
Many Former Bandits Now Enrolled
In Mesieo's Famous Corps Of
Mounted Police.

The rurales or mounted police have
pretty nearly put stop to brigandage.
Several years ago the government
recognized the wisdom OF the old
adage. Set a thief TO catch a thief"
and offered pardon and protection to
all brigands who would enlist a.
rurales.
Most OF them took advantage OF the
offer. writes Dillon Wallace In Outing
and with these men on the side OF
law and order holdups soon became
infrequent. and the rurales developed
into wonderfully efficient mounted
force to hunt down bandits. They are
fearless riders. they know every noun
tain pass and fastness, and when they
once start after a man he is pretty
sure to be caught or killed-generally
killed.
The rurales OF Mexico compare IA
yorably In bravery and reckless dar
ing with that wonderful organization
the Northwest Mounted Police OF Can
ada and are by far the best armed
force In Mexico. Their calling gives
them opportunity for wild adventure.
and thus satisfies the craving for n
life of danger. which led many OF
them to be brigands in the first In.
stance. They are free and easy
lot, quite In contrast to the peaceably
inclined policemen OF the towns and
the slow moving indolent soldiery OF
the regular army.
Absent Minded.
wilkins is the most absent minded
cuss | ever met"
How so?"
Why. the last time he got into the
barbers chair he pinned the newspa-
per around his neck and began to read
the towel"
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-10-30
Macon County Fair at Tuskeaee.

The annual fair Of Macon county.
Ala. will be held upon the Tuskegce
institute fair grounds Nov. and 6,
The executive council has decided that
the school will close at noon on the
second day OF the fair In order that
the teachers and students may attend
A large number Of farmers and other
persons interested in agricultural pur.
suits will be present.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-10-30

senior class upon entering Auburn
Theological seminary. noted whit,
institution. He sacrificed pleasure in
order to graduate with houors from
the college and theological depart
meuts of Lincoln university. Condi-
tious IN certain sections of the solth
claimed his attention. and upon enter
Ing his chosen profession he made Il
sociological study of them. He has
entered fully into Il inner life of his
people and Is cudearoriug 10 add GER
tain features to his church that will
come close 10 the domestic life OF hun
dreds OF young people who neglect
home comforts for the display of dry
goods. With the young men iu his
community he is idolized. In college
he was conspicuous as nu athlete and
he now encourages the healthy spirit
OF this form OF exercise. He has dis
played much executive ability by
clearing his church Of all debt and rails.
ing the standard OF the city school for
Afro-Amcricans.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1909-10-30
BRILLIANT YOUNG DIVINE.
Rev. T. T. Branch, Central Figure In
Racial Uplift at Fayetteville,

Prominent among the great workers
In the southland who are doing con-
structive work for the race is a class
OF young men with a thorough cole
giate and theological training. assisted
by their wives, who have broadened
their conception OF higher usefulness
by taking the required preparation.
Fayetteville, n. c., known nationally
because OF the large silk mill which
gives employment TO hundreds Of
youthful Afro-Americans. offers pecul-
lar opportunities for self help.
The Mary Potter school. Lincoln uni
verslty and Auburn Theological semi
nary have so developed Rev. T. T..
Branch. pastor Of Haymount Presby-
terian church, that he is central fig
ure In the life Of his community. He
enjoys the distinction OF being the
only Afro-American who made the
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
AnuSenents
..T'hc RivaIs'' at the Grand.

Joseph w SSAASi Sch 1' peculiarly unfortunate. Unfortunate in having a father known as the pre- mier American comedian during his lifetime unfortunate In playing the same roles as did their famous father. Memory of the late Joseph Jefferson as IBob Acres" and as Rip Van Wrinkle" is still treasured in the hearts of an appreciatbve public. comparison Is inevitably drawn whenever another un- dertakes either role
 The late Joseph Jefferson, genius that he was, has handed down to his sons a reputation, as an actor that they can never hope to attain. To be absolutely candid, 1t must be stated baldly. Jo- seph Jefferson and William Jefferson sh ould stop playing the roles Of their father. If they must follow the stage. let them secure new plays. new roles Perhaps they may then hope to secure an audience that will make the box office man smile, and gladden. the hearts of theatre going public.
 Such audiences as have greeted the Jefferson Brothers in Montgomery du- ring the last three years. should con- vince them of the wisdom of such a step. Each year they have appeared in The Rivals" and each year there has been a smaller and smaller audi ence. until Wednesday. matinee and nlRnL aL LIe LhO dhNaS'SSs' "SNN hardly sufficient to warrant near ap- proach of enthusiasm on the part of the supporting cast.
 What there was to last nights audi ence tried their utmost to show some appreciation. and once or twice there was something, akin to applause. Many in the audience had hoped that the two sons of Joseph Jefferson would show some improvement over last year, fn un liberal applause. Their disappointment was sincere in that they could not.
 It was practically the same cast in Wednesdays performances as was seen last season. There was also some diff ference in their work.
 William Jefferson essays tho rolc of Bob Acres" In ali justice 1t must be said that at times he was acceptable In the part The voice and country speech were his, and in many scenes used to advantage, but he was hardly the country pumpkin come to town that Sheridan meant his Bob Acres to appear.
 Joseph Jefferson appeared in the role of Sir Lucius OTrigger. Here, too, ability to portray convincing role was not present. Sir Lucius was too stiff, too mechanical of speech for Sher- idan's delightful comedy,
 II was SdIu ldSt Sol mat 4 V Aiahi- flton as Sir Anthony Absolute. Leopold Lane as Captain Absolute, and Blanche Bender as Lydia Languish. were en- tirely adequate. Their efforts this year have diminished In enthusiasm. With the possible exception of Miss Bender their presentations could hardly merit nraise of much degree. Like their principals they were excellent only in parts of certain scenes
 Rosa Rand as Mrs. Malaprop pro- duced the laughs of the audience. but there somehow fingered the suspicion that the laugh was occasioned by the lines of the playwright rather than be- cause of the ability of the actress.
 The next attraction at the Grand will be Friday night when George NJ. Co., hens The Honeymooners." is an- nounced.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
NEWS OF OZARK.
Missionary Tn China is To Wait Rel
 tiyeo,

Missionary In China h To visit ReIa- Ozark, July 24-(Speciai)-H B, Garner celebrated his 25th birthday on the 21st by giving a dinner to a mum" Der of his special friends. Among those present were Ray Bowling. Pinckard. Ralph Hobbs and Foy Haynes, Blnks- ly, Ga.; R. W. Garner. Montgomery: R. T. Smith. Birmingham; W. L. Clark. A. P. White. Jr., B. c. Bowling. Jake Chafiin, George Dykes and Min Cox.
 Rev. Albert Bowen, missionary to China. Is expected to arrive her the 5th prox. to pay a visit to his sister. Mrs. II. O. Bowling. Rev. j. P. Hamil- ton postponed the session of the mia. sionary institute contemplated for Ozark charge of the Methodist Church so as to have Mir Bowen present and personally represent the foreign field in the meeting. The time and program will be announced as soon as MT Bow en arrives .
 Mrs. R. c. Skipper. an aged and highly esteemed lady of this city ls seriously i'll and the family and friends fear for the worst.
 It Is announced that A. N. Jones, of Newton. who has been seriously i'll for some months, can hardly recover and that death may come In the near fri ture.
 Ned Byrd. of this city. was happily married to Miss Viola Adams, of Hous- ton County. at Blakely. Ga.. last Sun day. They are both very popular with wide circle of friends.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25

Owen Brewer Mrs. George Walker. Mrs. Joe Burton and Mrs. samuel Sel- lers.
 The guests were Mary Walker. An nie Wilson Terry, Margaret Terry, Katherine Brink. Marie Brink, Cameron Frame, Erline Minderhout, Dorothy Min : derhout. Louise Bennett. Octavia Holt. Alberta Holt, Louise Burton. Elizabeth Burton, Laura Hill, Carrie Hill. May Steiner Margaret Terrell, Elizabeth WIlkerson, Katherine Hobbie, Rather inc Henderson, Martha Teague, Elva Quisenberry, Isabel Beasley. Mary Pet rey Kelley. Adeline Douglass, Emma Stuart, Mildren Thomas, Mary Thomas. Margaret Tyson, Katherine Flowers, Adelaide Flowers. Malvine Coleman, Sara Burton. Mary Frances Hughes. Elizabeth De Jarnette, Paine, Tough ton Samuel Boykin. Hugh Carr Nose Stuart. Brooks Flowers, Robert Bar nett, Willard Brewer, Edward Terry. George Lutz, F.. Lutz, Hayward Bart lett Charles Terrell, Clanton Williams, Robert Hanna. Pitt Tyson Maner. Sid ney Mayer, Benton Holt, Wiley Hill. Frank Peabody. C. Cody. Ernest Will kerson, Edward Steiner. Edward Ben nett John Moffat, Robert Blakey, T. R. Hill, Stanley Johnson. Allen Reynolds, Jordan Reynolds. Edward Jones, Allen Jones, Warren Reese. Charles Virgin. William Virgin. Coke Smith, George
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
NEWS OF CLAYTON.

CIanton, Feb. 24.-(Special.)-Mr. and Mrs. Augustus Middleton. who were married in Montgomery Sunday. ar rived here Monday night. The news came as a surprise to the many friends of the groom.
 Mir James H. Middleton and Dr. Earl GOwan attended the Mlddleton- Croxton wedding Sunday. |
 Mrs J. II. Shepherd entertained a number of friends at Forty two Tuesday afternoon. Miss Bettie Null . lins won the first prize, 8 white crepe negliRe. For the consolation the guests drew small bunch of vlolets. Miss Van Derveer was fortunate in getting one with a pin in it She re- ceived a pair Of violet silk stockings. After the games delicious refreshments were served.
 The members of Mrs. Foshee's Sun day School class will give q musicale Friday night. the proceeds to be given to the Baptist pastorlunl.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
FORT IN coLLoQUY TAKES ISSUE WITH SOLICITOR
 HEFLIN.
In Court He Says He Will Not Let sO- neitor Impugn the Motive
 of the Sheriff.

Birmingham, Feb. 24.-(SpeciaL)-- Among the first things that Judge Will liam E Fort In the criminal court here today. just appointed temporary judge In Judge Daniel E. Greenes place, was to have tilt with Solicitor Hefin.
 There were no cases of Wagrancy on the dockets. growing out of raids in the segregated district on warrants sworn out by Curtis Shugart, a young attorney who has since left the City. The Solicitor reiterated a statement that the warrants were gotten out considerably for the sake of fees and that the purpose of the issuing of the warrants was not exactly to rid the community of the women In the re- stricted district.
 Judge Fort said that he would not allow one officer to question the pur- pose of another officer and that he would take up the cases when called
 The Solicitor then asked for con. tlnuance on the grounds that Mir. Shu- gart was not in the city.
 The colloquy that ensued between the Judge and the Solicitor was most interesting and the large number oi women and men in the court room gave strict attention throughout the pro- ceedings.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
DYNAMITE IN HOME
CHARLES GALLANT IS KILLED AT
 WOODSTOCK
Ills Wife So MangIsd That She VIII Dfe-Doxs on Trail of Per-
 petrators of
 Crime.

Birmingham, Feb. 24.-(Specialb-- The home of Charles Gallant. white. was dynamited at 2 o'clock this morn ing and Gallant was killed and his wife so badly Injured that she will die.
 The atrocious crime was committed near Woodstock. thirty miles south Of Birmingham. on the Alabama Great Southern Railroad. Gallant was in charge of the steam shovel at the West Giles ore mines of the Central Coal and Iron Company and is known to have had some enemies.
 The explosion was heard for some distance and when people gathered or the scene they were shocked at the sight that was presented.
 Dogs were sent for at Bessemer in the hope of getting a clue to the mur- derers.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
l Birmingham to spend several days
 with Mrs. Richard Randolph.

Birmingham to spend several days with Mrs. Richard Randolph.
 Miss Helen Silverman has returned to her home In Atlanta. after visiting Mrs simon Loeb on Court Street
 Misses Caroline and Minnie Cadden have returned to their home in Nor wich, Conn. after visiting Mrs. E. \. Gladden., at her home on Court Street
 Miss Claire Hertz leaves this morr . ing for Atlanta, to attend the wedding of Miss Laura Picard and MT. Mark Sternberger.
 Mrs. NJ. l.. Floyd of Tariffvillr Conn.,, who has been visiting her mo ther. Mrs. McDuf1e. has gone to Hayneville. to spend several days with Mrs. Brightman. Mir and Mrs Charles l.. Gay ana son. Charlie .Jr., with their niece. Miss Hilda Johnson, will return Thursday from New Orleans. where they have been attending the carnival.
 Miss Bertha Joseph. who has been visiting her aunt, Mrs. M. Friedman. of San Antonio. Tex. has returned home.
 
 Rev. Charles Philip Colbert. of Pal pa, Tex. is the guest of his sister, Mrs. S. S Burke. 53S Clayton Street.  Miss Matte Bowling, of Ozark, spent yesterday in the city. the guest of reI- atives.
 Mr. and Mrs. Sam Altschul are the guests of Mir. and Mrs. B. Wolff. on South Perry Street.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
SEVEN STILLS DESTROYED.
Moonshining Appeared to Re Flourish
 ing Near AnnistOn.

Anniston, Feb. 24-(Special. With in the past few days seven illicit dis tilleries have been destroyed by the revenue officers. Four of the distiller- les were in Randolph County. two in Cleburne and one in Tallapoosa.
 Deputy Collector Battle and Deputy King captured two stills In Cleburne County, eleven miles south of Heflin. The stills were destroyed and a large amount of beer poured out. No arrests were. made.
 The other raids were made by Dep uty Collector Ware and Deputy Mar shal Gibson.
 One still was located seven miles south of Delta, Randolph County. Nine hundred gallons of beer and a good still outfit were destroyed. Exotis Full Ter is alleged to have been the proprie- tor of the still. but there was not suf- ficient evidence to warrant his arrest.
 Another of the outfits was seven miles northwest of Waverly, Talla- poosa County. It was a 200 gallon still. Two hundred gallons of beer were poured out. A warrant was sworn out for Sam Greathous, the al legged owner. Another raid resulted in the destruction of a still three miles west of Level Road, Randolph County. The outfit had sixty gallons capacity, but only about 100 gallons of beer were found on the premises. A warrant was Issued for Andrew Woodward, who is charged with its operation.
 The fourth still destroyed by these officers was located nine miles north west of Wedowee. Randolph County. Two hundred gallons of beer were found and poured out Charlie Melton Is said to have been the proprietor of this, but no warrant has been Issued,
 The fifth moonshine outfit wiped out was located eight miles northeast of Delta. Randolph County, and warrants were issued for three men who were charged with its operation, VIII Par nier, Will Smith and Sam Hacrow. This was a model outfit. Seven hun dred gallons of beer were destroyed.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
HAD ON BOYS CLOTHING.
Violet Kyle Was Arrested ns she Wa
 ElOning.

Birmingham. Feb. 2f-tSpecial. l-- Violet Kyle. dressing like a man" is the charge that was made on the docket at the police station this morn ing in the case of young, pretty and vivacious young woman, and behind the arrest the police tell an interest ing tale.
 The girl is l7 years old. It seems that during Tuesday night she Is said to have appropriated the clothing Of a young man in the house and waS about to elope with another young man when the police put in their ap pearance. This made the third young and pretty woman who had beer caught by the police in Birmingham ir the past week or ten days, the othe' two having been turned over to the Girls Home at West End. near here tn he cared for until q proper time.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
STORM DOES DAMAGE
wRECKs STRUCTURE ON THE CAR-
 TER HILL ROAD.
Large Barn Near the House of J. J. Denfene Was Blown Down and Other Damage Was
 Wrought.

Swelling to the volume of a storm. the heavy wind of Tuesday night wrought much damage on the out skirts of Montgomery near the two mile post of the Carter Hill Road. at about II o'clock. The loss. in struct- ures demolished, will amount to some- what over s1.000.
 A large barn. near the house of J. l. Denieffe. was blown down, and wrecked. The structure. which was comparatively new, was unused, and 1t was thought that the empty condi- ton made 1t too light too withstand the force of the wind.
 The fence about the Denieffffe resi- dence was blown down. some of the palings being carried over 100 feet.
 The front porch of the Ellis resi- dence, on Carter Hill Road, was demol- ished. a heavy cedar tree, which fell before the wind. crashing into it.
 The wind. striking the road while proceeding across an extensive opeh space of land, was unusually heavy by reason of it's unchecked course. but spent it's force just beyond the De- nieffe and Ellis residences. on the trees and thickly settled residence DOT tions.
 Our fertilizers are some better than the best and . sight better than the ..~x MARKS 4 GAYLE.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
For Prohibition Violation.

Anniston. Feb. 24.-(Special.)- )-Fred Segars. charged with violating the pro hibition law, was tried before Judge Coleman in City Court yesterday and convicted. A fine of $lO0 and costs was imposed.
 Another case on d similar charge will be tried by Judge Coleman this morning Both cases were appealed from police court. In police court ht was fined $100 In each case and sen, tenced to three months on the streets
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25

ed. fell to Miss Elizabeth Burton. TWO of the boys tied for the boys prize, Master Robert Barnett and Master James Bradford, and the post card all bur feel to the former in final test of skill.
 The pronounced success of Master Walsh's party was ably contributed to by the presence and cooperation of some of his grown up friends among whom were Mrs. Brooks Flowers. Mrs.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
MISS CATHERINE DENT
 AT NEW ORLEANS


 As all the world knows. aside from the great balls given by the New Or leans mystic carnival societies no so- cial event of that brilliant season Is moro notable than the Carnival Ger man given by the Athenaeum. lnas- much as Miss Catherine Dent, of our city. was among the lovely partici- pants 1t is interesting to read in The Picayune a description of the ocea- sion.
 "The, great dancing hall was beau tifully decorated, crimson being the predominating color. From the gal leries running around the great room rose a tall rounded trellis of wire wound with garlands of crimson. ana over this trailed wild rose-vines' starred with great crimson roses.
 "The posts supporting the galleries were wreathed with the rose vines, and they extended also to the trellis above. Intertwined with the vines were electric light bulbs, and hang ing at intervals from the trellis were crimson Japanese lanterns. The en- tire effect was exceptionally beauti- fuI and striking. Lining the stairway and vestibule leading to the dancing hall were potted palms and tropical plants. The supper room was embei- lished with palms and ferns, and the tables were decorated with American Beauties and red-shaded candles. The fayors were exceedingly handsome, in- cIuding moire and brocaded jewel boxes and glove boxes set with minla- ture. tall staffs. mounted with traillhs clusters of roses, morning -glories ana other flowers. tied with floating goio gauge ribbons. brocaded and moire cal endar pads, empire boxes. flower muHs' etc."
 
 MASTER FRANK 0. WALSH
 CELEBRATES HIS BIRTHDAf
 Master Frank ogden Walsh Jr.' eel- ebrated his sixth birthday yesterday with George Washington party to which he invited seventy five or ms young contemporaries.
 The whole lower floor of the hand- some home of Master Franks parents was elaborately decorated with drape- rfes of red, white and blue bunting, flags and vases of flowers.
 The table where the birthday cake was cut was particularly picturesque, with lace cloth over blue satin, req candles in gold candle-stfcks, and cut glass vases of red and white carna- tions The cake was ornamented with tiny flags, candles and clusters of cher ries. When this wonderful creation was cut for the treasures within. the thimble fell to Miss Louise Burton sthe luck coin to James Wade and the ring to Warren Walker
 In the library there was an impro- yised fish pond that held souvenirs suggestive of the George Washington idea. Iced beverage was served from a beautifully appointed table In the hall over which Miss May Steiner, Miss Ockie Wood Holt, assisted by Master Charles Walker presided
 The refreshments were in the color motif of the celebration.
 The young host was assisted in re- ceiving his guests by his brother. Mas ter Thomas Walsh, and by Master Brooks Flowers and little Miss Mary Gordon Walker.
 The game in which competition was keenest was one In which facility in placing hatohet in the hand of the lad George Washington was the aim to be accomplished. Miss Elizabeth Burton and Miss Mary Steiner tied for first honors among the lassies and the prize, a French doll beautifully dress
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
NEWS OF pETRONIA.

Petronia. Feb. 24-( Special. )-The young people in and around Benton have for some time past been having delightful dances. but the most enjoy able one of the season was that of Thursday. February II. when quite a select crowd from the hills had one al the Masonic hall. Those present were
 Misses Annie Belle Traylor. Rosa Dale
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25

The negro. Eastman Spears, who IS alleged to have killed Ernest MertinS Monday and who was taken to the navy yard for protection, was brought back to the city tonight by detaeh- ment of marines and placed in tha county jail The sheriff decided that now the excitement is over. there x no further danger of q mob
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25

Almighty and everlasting God, who hatest nothing that thou hast made, ana dost forgive the sins of all those who are penitent; Create and make In us new and contrite hearts. that we worthily lamenting our sins, and ac- knowiedging our wretchedness, may obtain of Thee, the God of mercy, per feet. remission and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
 Amen.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
Yung's Re staurant
 26 North Court Street
 7he Place Ior Erery DeLoocy of Lana ana Sea.

Dudley. Mamie Rosa Dudley and Ann Bowling Dudley. Messrs. Joe Rees Dudley. Green Rives. Jr.. George Ram bo and Frank Gordon Dudley. Mir Belle James Peake chaperon.
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
THE MONTGOMERY ARRIVES.
Cruiser Was Delayed By Gisl
 

Pensacola. Fla. Feb. 24-CSpecial)- --
 The cruiser Montgomery which sailed
 from the Philadelphia navy yard on February Is for Pensacola, entered port tonight and dropped anchor off
 the navy yard The cruiser was due Monday, but the rough weather in the Gulf delayed her to considerable extent She Is to engage in experi- Fmental target practice. E
The Montgomery advertiser., 1909-02-25
BAPTIST INSTITUTE.
Third Annual Meeting at Newton
 March 8.

Newton. Feb, 24.-(Special.)-An- nouncement is made here of the third annual Bible Institute of the Baptists of Southeast Alabama, which meets at Newton on March and continues un- til March 12. Some of the leading members of the Baptist denomination nt this section of the State will par tlcipate.
 pr. Montague. of Howard College, will he among the speakers