davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-31
"Tl.e Melting Pot,

If ever play came to Birmingham as well recommended as Zangwil's "The Melting Pot" in which Walker White side opens at two days engagement at the Shubert theatre with Mondays matinee performance, it was strangely modest about making that fact known. To say nothing of the laudatory words showered upon the play and star as well by great men and women who rarely go out of their way to .bestow praise upon the atrical attraction. the play has gathered as enthusiastic an array of newspaper commendation as has been the lot of any drama in recent years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-31
"The Merry Widow

The Maxim girls in Henry w. Savage's production of "The Merry Widow,
 which will be the attraction at the Shu- bert theatre next Thursday. are now as famous in American stage history as the original "Florodora" sextette, and the claim of having been an original In the former group is now as frequent as in the latter case. In MT. Savages many companies which have given "The Wid- ow," there have been countless Maxim girls, but in the company to be seen here there is a maid who out-originals them all
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-31
"The Cow and the sroonv

A brand of musical extravaganza, 'The Cow and the Moon," is announced for presentation on Wednesday,. January 4. at the Shubert theatre. It is Charles A.
 Sellon's new vehicle for stardom, and it is said he is making bigger hit in it than he did even in The Cat and the Fiddles' which always proved so amusing when
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-31
situation Not Critical

Madrid, December 30.-The Spanish gov ernment has received no advices either from Portugal or the frontier which would indicate that the political situation in the new republic is critical
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-31

Congregational Communion Service
 Tomorrow morning at II o'clock Rev. George Eaves, D. D., pastor, will con- duct the New Years communion ser vice at the Congregational chapel,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-31
PERSONAL

Dr. J. w. Barclay returned yesterdE from Huntsville, where he has bet spending the holidays with relatives al friends
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-31
SHOW PLAN TOR 114DlsoN ~ss7oAuE aAEnaav

1t was shown here in past seasons. In fact, it is announced as the latter's com panion piece, the continuation of the characters in new scenes, new adven- lures and experiences is proving quite popular.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-31

Account of New Years Eve last car on all lines will leavs center of city 1 a. m. tonight.
 B. B., L. & P. c.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
The COurr is After Them.

The conduct of a number of young
men. one night last week, was all the
talk for several days. No one can pro-
cure and drink whisky in Columbia to
excess without being severely censured,
and when the law is openly violated,
the peace loving citizens feel that an
outrage has been perpetrated. This is
local option town and public drunken
ness is condemned, and parties who
bring whisky into the community and
sell it should be severely punished.
Judge Moss and County Attorney Cor
don Montgomery called court of in
quiry and did every thing in their pow
er to bring the guilty parties to justice,
but the trouble they experienced was. in
getting witnesses who would talk.
However, they got sufficient testimony
to warrant the issuing of several war
rants The County Judge and County
Attorney are determined to force
whisky drinkers, whisky sellers and
whisky carries, those who violate the
law, to toe the mark.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
Past Ills Last Check.

1t will be remembered that two years
ago there was great deal of newspa-
per talk about railroad to be built
from Danville to Scottsville. KY. In
fact, part of the route was surveyed
and great many people had confidence
in the project. A man named Allen
was the promoter and his headquarters
were at Dannyille. He led the people
to believe that he could raise the nee
essary funds to build the road, IN fact,
he had already arranged with syndi
cate to take up the stock. One day an
old man giving his name as Williams,
appeared in Danville. He was rail-
road contractor and he at once made a
deal with Mr. Allen to do a certain
amount of the work. His teams and
machinery were in Springfield, Mo-,
and he needed some ready cash. to pay
freight to Danville. He had draft of
SIS, 600 which he deposited in the local
bank. Mr.. Allen endorsing the same.
Mr.. Williams drew $4,000 on the draft
and departed. He did not show up at
the given time and the draft proved to
be forgery. Allen started on the hunt
of MIR. Williams, but failed to find him
and he had the $1,000 to pay. Time
went on and finally the old man was
arrested oat west and was returned to
Danville, tried and sent to the peniten
tiary for five years 1t turned out that
Williams real name was Ed Burns,
a notorious confidence man. He died in
the penitentiary few days ago at the
age of eighty six.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
Judge J. c. Carter.

1t affords us pleasure to state that
Judge j. c. Carter made most fav-
orable impression as Judge during his
court held here last month. From
what we can learn the attorneys who
practice at this bar are well pleased
with the manner in which he dispatch
ed business and the impression prevails
that ne will measure up to high stand
ard as an upright, honest, fearless of
fetal who will do his duty. HIS first
court was alright, well pleasing and
pointer that indicates no wagering, but
even banded justice to friend or foe.
In the discharge of duty the people of
this county and this district and es-
pecially the attorneys who will practice
in his courts will be found giving en-
dorsement.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
Moving Day.

To do business with Russell & Co.,
customers will have to visit the big
store on the South east corner of the
square The firm has been moving
from its old stand for several DAYS and
by the middle of the week everything
will he in readiness at the new building.
1t is the largest and most conveniently
constructed business house in South
Eastern Kentucky and has been built
at a great expense. 1t stands as a
monument of honor to the owner and
it is the pride of this town.
1t is heated with hot air, water
works will be installed, and lighted
with electricity. Persons who have not
been in the interior will be astonished
at its immensely and the convenience of
its construction. Upon entering the
square no one will be in doabt as to
where Russell & Co. are doing bust
ness The building towers above all
others, and the glass front and the
artistic painting make it very attrac-
tive.
The firm extends a cordial invitation
to all their friends to call and see them
in their-new quarters.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
halIey's Comet Visible.

If you will scan the southwestern
heavens, near horizon, say from six to
eight O'Clock on clear evening, you
can see with the naked eye the long
heralded Halley's comet. 1t isn't as
yet very distinct, but is rapidly grow
ing brighter, and by the fifth day of
May will present itself in way to ex-
cite your admiration. Take a good
look at it, for you won't be here to see
it when it next visits this sublunary
sphere.
LATER:-This newest celestial visitor
has been identified as the johannesburg
comet. 1t was first seen Sunday even
ing week and has been visible in the
evening, few minutes after shutdown,
since. 1t can only be seen at about
from six o'clock to six-thirty, when it
disappears below the horizon.
The comet is the same one that was
seen by former President Roosevelt in
South Africa two weeks ago. 1t was
seen in Arizona several days later and
was witnessed by astronomers at St.
Louis University. Since then it has APP
peared further east, as it is travelling in
an easterly direction. Leaning astron-
omers are unable to give the proper
classification of the comet or to say
how long it will be visible in the west
ern skies.
Its position in the sky is between Is
and 20 degrees to the north of the sun.
1t appeared to be reddish yellow col
Tor and has tail plainly discernable,
which astronomers say is really two
tails when seen with an instrument. II
is growing DINNER and will soon be-
come invisible. The tail as seen by the
naked eye is about thirty times its
seeming diameter.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
Electric Light Plant to be Moved.

Messrs. Ballard & Murrell, the own
ers of the Electric Light Plant, will
buy new machinery and the location
will be removed. They have bought
the lot near the square, formerly used
by Payne & Co., who operated a plan
ing mill, upon which the plant will be
installed. They will buy new dynamo
and engine and every thing else that
w;hbp,tv necessary to make first class
iiglE This change will be made at an
expense of 50, 500, but it is necessary
in order to give satisfaction, and
Messrs Ballard & Murrell are deter
mined to please their patrons. While
this change is being made the town
will be dark, but it will only be for a
period of twenty-five or thirt days.
To have first-class light, the town can
well afford to wait. The old dynamo is
cut of commission, having ceased to
work Friday night about o'clock.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
DEATH OF A PRO MI
NENT LADY.
Mrs. Fannie Hindm2n, the Beloved
Wife Of Former Lieutenant
Governor ]. R. Hind
man, Dead.
THE END CANE SATURDAY FORENOON.

Everybody in this community is in
profoundest sympathy with Gov. }. R.
Hindman, who was bereft of the COM
panion of his bosom last Saturday fore
noon at 10 o'clock 1t was known that
Mrs Hindman was in a critical condi-
ton and friends for days constantly
called at the home. She was widely
known throughout Kentucky and the
intelligence of her demise brought
sorrow to many homes. While she had
Travelled much, her beautiful home son
the hill'' was the dearest spot on earth
to her. She was perfectfully contented
with her husband and step son, DR.. r.
Y. Hindman, by her side and the best
of literature in easy reach.
The funeral services were held in the
Methodist Church Tuesday afternoon,
conducted by Rev. S. G.. Shelley, of
Louisville, who was a favorite minister
Of the deceased. The Church was
crowded with friends who were there to
mingle their tears and to express their
sympathy for those who were in the
deepest sorrow. The interment was in
the city cemetery.
Much can be written of the life and
character of this excellent Christian
woman, and that will be done by a
close friend of the family, the article
to appear in the News of next week.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
MONDAY MORN
ING'S FIKE.
Richardson Bros. Store Building
and Contents Burned TO The
Ground. Comparatively a
New Structure.
LOST ESTIMATED AT TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS.

Last Monday morning, at o'clock,
the store house and stock of goods owned
by Richardson Bros. located on the pix e,
below the cemetery, were consumed by
fire. The alarm was sounded and a
great many people went to the scene,
but the fire was in such Roadway moth
ing could be saved. The building was
evidently set on fire. Mr.. Richardson
thanks that in all probability thieves
entered the store, robbed it, then start
ed the blaze The loss is estimated at
$4,000, insurance, $1,000.
Messrs. Richardson ay that they
will rebuild and will again embark in
business.
The Blood hounds were here last
night, trying to locate the party or
parties who set fire to t h e store.
They did some trailing but S o
what further steps will be taken the
News is not advised
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
Stricken with Paralysis.

Ed. w. Fl Pinkerton, who is we'll
known in Columbia, is lying in criti-
cal condition at his home in Client, Ky.
For three weeks he conducted a meet
ing at Edenslde Church, Louisville, and
last Thursday evening soon after flash
ing his discourse he suffered Slight
attack of paralysis. BY Friday evening
ne had recovered sufficiently to attend
church, and while delivering his pow err
full sermon on "What it Cost One Man
to be a Christian" the second attack
came. Saturday he was removed to
his home in Client and from reports it
is feared he can not recover. This in
telllgence was Sad news to MIR. Pinker-
toms many Columbia friends.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
G. PAUL SMYTHE, Columbia, Ky.
Change Monday.
(From Sunday courier-JournaD
Office over Post Office.

(From Sunday Courier-Jo Journal
Between the hours of / and O'Clock
tomorrow afternoon Joseph A. Craft
will be checked out as Collector of In
ternal Revenue and Ludlow F. Petty,
of Shelbyville. will assume the duties
of Collector of the district. The trans
fer of the office will be made by Bruce
Taylor, special revenue agent, who ar
rived in the city yesterday. Twelve OF
more deputies will hand in their resig-
nations when Mr.. Craft goes out OF
the office. Application blanks have been
given them. and they will no doubt be
re-appointed by Mr.. Petty as soon as
he assumes charge of the Office.
1t was learned yesterday that Mr..
Petty has no disposition to create any
upheaval in the office at present. There
is no question but he can make changes
if he so desires, and it is likely that he
will make some later on.
D B. Edmiston will be re-appointeG
chief deputy tomorrow by Mr.. Petty,
and the other deputies will be reap.
pointed unless the unforeseen happens
before tomorrow afternoon. Mr.. Petty
was at the Collectors Office yesterday
morning, and a short while in the aft.
ernoon, and later returned to his home
in Shelbyville.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
Evanselistic Addresses.


Rev. j. Russell Crawford's subjects
for the remainder of this week, begin
ming tonight, will be as follows:
"B acksliidng," What think
We of Christ" Salvation on the
Cross" Rejecting Christ. (" These
address will close Friday night with the
last named subject.
During the past week much interest
has been manifested upon the part of
the people of Columbia, the church
being well filled each night. Rev.
Crawford is man of learning, one who
speaks pointedly and with great force.
His addresses have put the community
to thinking.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02

That better system of farming is
generally needed in this section is ad-
mltted by all and yet the same old
method, prevail from year to year and
the same oil results with a deprecia-
ton of productive powers on many of
the farms. Fewer acres. better prepa-
ration and better cultivation would pro-
duce much more and reduce the worry
and cost. Again, good machinery is es-
sential under all conditions and the av-
erage farmer can Guy what he needs in
this line by devotion to economy. Love
for an increasing bank account keeps
the old pillow, the worn out harrow in
use instead of using and enjoying the
best implements which would pay for
their cost. IL is a mistaken idea that
farm machinery is too expensive to use.
You can't afford to cut wood with a
dull ak or saw just to keep from buy
ing grindstOne and file.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
Public Sale.

On Saturday, February 9Th, will
sell at public auction six yearling mules,
two mares and two FLIES, about 80 bar
rels of corn, rs bushels Of wheat, cane
and pea hay; surry, farm wagon and
farming implements and many other
articles not here mentioned. At the
same time and place Mr.. F. T. Smith
will sell all Of his household and kitch-
en- furniture, Sale will begin at a
m, at my late residence one mile from
Columbia on Greensburg road.
12-2t W. r. Mcfarland.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
Gratefully Thankful.
Mr.. Editor.

Mr.. Editor.
Will you give me small space in
your paper, to thank as noble set of
men as ever walked the earth for their
superhuman efforts in saving my pro-
perry from the cruel flames About
thirty years ago my husband, ]. w.
Butler, just in the prime of life, built
what, for village like Columbia, was
then considered a fine business house
for his own use. There he did a flour
ishing business for many years. After
mighty struggle for life, he had to go
the way of all the earth. AS doubtless
many know my life has been one of
sadness and lonliness since, and when /
saw the flames and smoke issuing from
that old building it seemed as if dear
old friend was struggling in the mighty
throes of death. But thanks to the
brave boys who gave the alarm and
worked with untiring zeal, and to al
who helped. from myself and all my
tenants, one of whom has occupied
rooms there for fifteen years. To them
we are ever grateful and words are
| inadequate to express our feelings on
the subject. Mrs. Bette W. Butler
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
Bar Resolution.

At meeting of the members of the
Adair County Bar, held in the Court
house, of said county, on the 25th day
of January, 1910, when Hon. Jas. F.
Montgomery, was chosen chairman and
l.. c. Winfrey. Jas. Garrett and Rollin
Hurt were appointed committee to
draght and present suitable resolu-
lions, touching the Hon. H. G.. Baker,
late Judge of the Adair Circuit Court,
and his administration of said office.
The said committee reported the fol-
lowing resolutions, which were adopted,
viz
Resolved, That it is the sense of
this bar, that the Hon. H. C. Baker,
whose term, as Judge of the Adair
Circuit Court, has lately expired, dur
ing his incumbency of said Office, and in
the administration of its duties, was
honorable, fair and impartial to attor-
neys and litigants, and administered
justice with an independence, cleanli-
ness and ability, that sheds honor upon
the Judiciary of this state. and that
personally he is entitled to our esteem
for the uniform courtesy and kindness
which he has unfailingly extended to all
members of the Bar.
Resolved. That the above resolutions
be caused to be spread upon the order
book of the Adair Circuit Court, at its
present term, and copy of same be
furnished the Adair County News.
JAS. F. Montgomery,
Chairman.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02

Horace Massie and Frank Rice two
excellent citizens, have bought the Ed
wards farm, in Taylor county, six
miles north West of Campbellsville,
consideration, $1,000. They will cult
vate the farm in partnership, Mr..
Massie residing on the plantation, he
having moved from Cane Valley to it
last week. Mr., Rice is building a resi-
dence in Campbellsville where he viii
reside. In this transaction. to Taylor
county is added two splendid families
The farm contains ESQ acres.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02

We are reliably informed that four
or five dogs have been poisoned. dying
from the effects, in the neighborhood
of the roller mill in the last few weeks.
Mr. jerome Hurt lost one hound that
he had paid ten dollars for few days
before. Mr.. A. w. Tarter also lost a
valuable runner. If there is a person
or persons who are putting out poison,
they are taking risk. Dogs are tax.
able property and the owners have q
right to protect them
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
Notice to Women of Adair county.

If you or any of your friends suffer
from nervousness, headache, backac e,
desire to cry, melancholy, pelvic dis
placements, leucorrhoea, painful or
irregular periods or any other disease
peculiar to women, please call or write
me for ten days treatment of Mrs.
Summers Famous Home Treatment,
which speedily cures all of these condi-
tions at small cost. have the agency
for these remedies for Adair County,
and can fill orders on short notice
Mrs. Geo. E Wilson,
Columbia, KY.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
Preaching Next Sunday

W. H. C. Sandidge. Greensburg.
F. J. Bsrger, Shiloh.
2 T. Williams. Cane Valley.
] R. Crawford. Union.
J. A. Johnston, Pickets Chapel.
]. H. Rood, Midtown.
J. F Turner, West Fork.
w. ]. Levi. Greasy Creek
B. M. Currie, Columbia.
W. B. Cave, Bethlehem.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
FARMS.

Farm of 100 acres on Russell Creek,
1 mile from Columbia. Brick house
with six rooms and basement.
Farm OF, 325 acres on Green River,
IT'S acres in timber. Residence on ele-
waited and healthy site. Two new ten
nant houses.
1000 acres on Harrodsfork, 10 miles
from Columbia. dwellings,. all lime
stone land, part well timbered. Can be
divided and sold off in any number of
acres.
Farm of 100 acres in Q miles of Co.
lumbia, most Of it in timber, $3.50 per
acre
Farm of 50 acres near Cane Valley,
well improved.
Farm of los acres near Midtown, red
beech land fine for hurley tobacco.
Farm of 1O7 acres on Butler Fork
near Bliss.
Farm of 116 acres in Russell County.
near post office, store and church,
miles from Russell Springs, well i'm
proved and perfectly level. Good s.
room dwelling.
Farm of 1872 acres on Pettis Fork, A
miles from Columbia, II story brick
house. Some fine timber.
Most of these farms can be sold at
bargain prices. Many other farms for
sale in all parts of County.
TOWN PROPERTY
Eighteen desirable homes in and near
Columbia, ranging in price from $3.50
to $4,000, located in all parts of the
town Some bargains Also some de-
sirable building lots for sale.
Call on.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02

All who owe me for Watkins rene
dies will please settle before March 1st,
1910 You Can see me on the Columbia
square every Monday. Jno. B. Grant
l3-4t
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
To Applicants.

By ruling of the Post Office Depart.
nent in Washington, D. c., Mr.. ]. N.
Coffey, post master at Columbia, be-
comes the Examiner for census emu,
nerators for Adair county. The exam
ination will take place in. Columbia next
Saturday, February 5, and Mr.. Coffey
has fixed the hours from one to -four
s'clo k in the afternoon. Applicants
will govern themselves accordingly.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02

Mr.. R. Mont Feese, who was former
ly the job man in this Office, is now in
the job department of the Somerset
Times. Mr.. Feese went from Column
bia to Danville and after working on
the Advocate several months, accepted
his present position. He is good
printer and has made fancy job-work a
speciality.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02

Mr.. Ores Barger has been employed
by w F. Jeffries e Sons as salesman
for this year. Mr.. Barger has had con-
siderable experience in the mercantile
business, and is very reliable gentle
man, and will take great pleasure in
waiting upon trade. He invites his
friends in Adair and Russell counties to
call and see him.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02

DR.. S. d. Crenshaw met with q Sc
rious accident last Monday night. He
was at his home and was leading d
horse down the incline. He made
misstep, it being very dark, fell, break
ing two rios and cutting a large cash
on his head. 1t Is hoped that ne is not
dangerously hurt.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02

Mr.. R. S. Edwards, of Albany, is
now representing j. Zinsmister & Bro,
wholesale grocers, Louisville. He was
here last week calling upon our mer-
chants and will make Columbia regu-
larly. He is representing good re-
liable house.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02
NEW POULTRY HOUSE.

S H. Grinstead, Co., will open new
Poultry house at Roley, Casey's Creek,
next Monday, at which time they will
be ready to receive all kinds of poultry
and eggs.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02

All parties owing me notes or ac-
counts now due are requested to call
and settle, as must wind up my bust
ness. A call will save me dunning you
personally. This means you if you owe
me. no one excused. w. L. Walker.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02

The burning Of plant beds and pre-
paration for the largest crop of tobacco
ever set in this county i, now on. Most
any night when the weather permits
such wor6, the light may be seen in
every direction. From what we can
learn the larger part will be hurley.
Those who planted that kind last year
are fortunate, as the price is unusually
good.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02

The Adair County News one year and
the Daily Courier-Journal three months
for SITS. In order to take advantage
of this offer you must subscribe during
the m onths of January. February an
March. Subscribe now.
The Adair County news., 1910-02-02

j. e. Flowers and Edwin Hurt, cabi-
net makers, contractors ard builders,
have formed partnership and solicit
business. They are both Industrious
young men AMI are good workmen.
Give them a call.