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Is ARE KILLED;
FIFTY INJURED
FAST TRAIN ON LEHIGH ROAD
WENT THROUGH A. TREsTLE
YESTERDAY.

Rochester, N. Y, Aug. 25-The Le-
high Valley train plunged off a forty
five foot bridge near Manchester at
noon today, taking terrible toll from
the passengers.
twenty-five persons were killed and
more than fifty injured.
The train was double-header and
was loaded down with Grand Army of
the Republic veterans, who were re-
turning from the national encampment
in this city.
Eleven coaches went over the en-
causing terrible destruction
of life.
Physicians and surgeons were rush
ed to the scene of the disaster and
everything possible was done for the
dying and injured
The accident was caused by a raI
becoming misplaced.
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HOLD-UP ALLEGED.
Seven Stonecutters Arrested on This
Charge.

Lithonia, Ca, Aug. 25.-Seven men,
said to be members of the local Stone
cutters Union, are under bonds to
answer a charge of holding up" nom
union men and exacting from them a
promise to discontinue working at
certain quarries in the neighborhood
in Which strike has been on since
May /.
1t is said that while certain non
union men were on their way home
from work. few days ago, number
of masked men halted them and at
the point Of rAvolvers bade them give
their words to quit work.
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NEGROES IN OKLAHOMA
NARROWLY ESCAPE MOB
Attack on White Woman Aroused the
Purcell Inhabitants.

Purcell, Okla, Aug. 25.-Although
the town is quiet and there is little
evidence of race feeling over the
burning, yesterday of Peter Carter,
a negro, who attacked Mrs. Minnie
Spraggins, it appeared before Carter
was recaptured that it would be diff
ficult to prevent mob leaders from
iynching every negro here.
Carter was caught, but escaped.
Later he was captured by three mem
bers of his own race and led back to
town. Within few minutes flames
were leaping from the negros pyre.
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GOVERNOR SMITH TO RESIGN
ABOUT DECEMBER FIRST

Atlanta, Aug. 25.-It is reliably re-
ported here today that Governor
Smith will not resign under Decem-
Der /.
This would mean that the primary
election to select his successor wouId
be held in January.
Governor Smith refuses to give out
any direct statement in regard to the
matter, however.
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FATHER MAJOR, SOLDIER AND
PRIEST, DEAD AT FRANKFORT
Famous kentuckian's Death Causes
Statewide Sorrow. e

Frankfort, KY, Aug. 25.-The fun
eral Of Father Thomas w. Major. a
Southern soldier and priest, was to-
day held in, the Roman Catholic
church, Of which he was pastar.
The business Of Frankfort prac,,c-
ally ceased, while thousands Of citI-
zens, IRRESPECTIVE of creed, paid tri-
butte to the noted divine and soldier.
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"FIGHTINe MAYOR" WEEDS.
&. M. Sullivan of cranston, r. l.,
Takes School Teacher as Bride.

Providence, Aug. 25.-Edward M.
Sullivan, sFfghting Mayor of Gran
ston, Rhode Islands baby city," was
married today to Miss Mary Hines of
Oaklawn, at ST. Josephs church, Ma
tick, by the Rev. George Hines. a
brother of the bride.
Mrs. Sullivan was for years a
teacher in the city's public schools.
The mayor began life as newspaper
man.
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LIVERPOOL CONDITIONS
ARE NOW NORMAL

Liverpool. England. Aug. 25.-The
military guards placed on the rail-
roads during the recent strike were
removed today and traffic is very
nearly normal again. Conditions are
much improved and it is hoped that
there will be no further trouble.
Nearly all the strikers have returned
to work.
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EVERYBODY WAS THERE.

At least 1t seemed so, to see the
-Four Lewises and the indications are
that the Grand will be attended by
another large audience this afternoon
and night. You cannot afford to miss
this entertainment at the prices sc
and lOc. They will present at the
matinee and evening performance,
"casey's Hotel" a screaming COM
edy.
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NEWBERRYs SLAYER LOCATED

Donaldsonville, Ca, Aug. 25.-It is
believed that the negro. Charley
west, who shot and killed Marshall
henry Newberry, at Jakin, Ca, last
tuesday night. is located and that his
capture will be effected within the
next few hours
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RATTLEsHIPs IN WAR GAME.
vessels OF Atlantic Fleet Rendezvous
In Hampton Roads.

Norfolk, Aug. 25.-The battlesbins
connecticut, Delaware, Nebraska and
virginia arrived today in Hampton
Roads, Joining ten other battleships
OF the Atlantic feet, rendezvousing
preparatory to the war game and ma
neuvers. 49,
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MURDER OVER A noe

Monticello, KY. Aug ,25.-William
Phillips shot and killed Porter Eads
here today. The two men had. got
to 'quarreling, the trouble starting
over dog.
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CONFEDERATION RACES IN
CAPE HAITiEN, HAYTI

Cape Haitien, Hayti, Aug. 25.-A
great fire broke out in this city this
morning which threatens to sweep out
OF existence large section of the
city. Many of the buildings are Of
wood and the fire devours them rap
idly.
The soldiers are helping to fight
the flames.
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VANCOUVER FOR "BLuE LAwsp
viii Not Entertain Togo Upon His
Arrival Sunday.

Vancouver, B. c., Aug. 25.-Obeying
a protest against Sabbath desecration.
the city council has decided not to
tender Admiral Togo a reception upon
the latter's arrival Sunday.
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the province of Posen collapsed
The accident occurred during the
regular services and has caused in
tense excitement and widespread
grief.
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MAIL POUCHES STOLEN

klrksville, Mo, Aug. 25.-Four mail
pouches We're stolen from the postof-
nee here today. The thieves escaped
with $4,000 in transit for the Kirks-
vile banks.
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FOOD PRICES ONCE AGAIN
TAKE AN UPWARD SHOOT

Chicago, Aug. 25.-Food prices are
rising rapidly today. Grocers and
butchers declare that a new record in
the high cost of living will be made
within the next few weeks Meats
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BRUTAL PRIZE FIGHT OF
SCHoOLBOYs ENDS FATALLY
Morbid Men and Women Watched
Barbarous Contest.

Edwardsville, Ill, Aug. 25.-Gilbert
Jenkins, sixteen-year- boy, who
fought bout with young lad, Bob
bic Bromide. for the entertainment of
100 men and women aboard the steam
er keystone. is dying as the result Of
his injuries.
Jenkins received blow in the left
side of the abdomen.
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80 WOR SHIPPERS KILLED:
CHOIR LOFT COLLAPSED

Berlin, Aug. 25.-Eighty-tw wor-
shippers were buried and twenty-five
were killed outright today when the
choir loft of the church at Biniff, in
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WORTH 100000; STARVED.
New York Physicians Greed Drove
Him Through Deaths Door.

New York. Aug. 25.-The will of DR.
Charles F. Meyers, a physician, who
lived in poverty and died recently
from lack of food, shows that he left
a 100000 estate.
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have advanced from two to four cents
per pound.
There is every prospect that there
will be a further advance in prices
before the limit is reached.
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DEFENSE LOSES
STRONG POINTS
COURT REFUSES TO CUT THE
DEAR kIDDIE" LETTER IN
FAMOUS CASE.
Detectives Were Placed on the Stand
Yesterday and Testified Against
Beatte - Court Refuses to Quash
tEe Indictment.

Chesterfield, Aug. 25.-The defense
lost two points as Henry Clay Beat
ties trial TOR wife murder progressed
today.
Judge Watson quickly overruled a
motion to exclude the Dear Kid let
ter, written by Beattie to Beulah Bin
ford, and introduced yesterday. The
court also denied motion which
questioned the wording of the indict
ment about the wound being in the
face, instead of the skull or brain of
the victim, as shown in the autopsy
Detectives on Stand.
George FARRELL, a Richmond detec-
tive, was called as the first witness
at today's session. FARRELL was put
on the stand to complete, for the pros
ecution, description of the scene of
the crime, the prisoners demeanor
and his story of the bearded high
wayman. Detective Scheerer, who
had almost entire charge of the case,
was next called. Through him the
state reviewed what various investf-
cations disclosed.
Court convened at 1890 Hundreds
gathered to catch a glimpse of Paul
Beattie, Henry's cousin, and the COM
monwealth's chief witness
Beattie's Eyes fearless.
Detective FARRELL testified that Be-
attic said his wifes assailant ran in
to the woods after the shooting. Mrs
Beattie's uncle, Tom Owen, testified
yesterday that Beattie said the man
ran up the road. FARRELL describing
the crime scene, reiterated the testi-
mony at the autopsy about blood
spots on the ground near where the
car stood. FARRELL said blood was
found on the gun when it was dis
covered.
did you see Beattie weep on the
night of the murder?''
mo, sir, did not" replied Jar
rell.
Bloodhounds Wouldn't Scent.
James D. Patten, who went to the
scene of the murder with bloodhounds,
testified that the dogs failed to take
the bearded highwayman' scent. Be-
attic told him he was uncertain
whether the man fled into woods or
up the roadway. Patten told Beattie's
version of the encounter, which diff
fered little from the previous acE
counts
n w. Snyder, who took a second
set CT bloodhounds to the scene, said
he talked with Beattie. He testified
thu Peattie told him his assailant
fired from the right. Others testified
that Beattie said the man stood on
the left. On cross examination. Sgd
rer said he examined the stump be-
End which the highwayman was sup
1sed to be hidden, and the footprints
il the road. He admitted the tracks
possibly were made by some one who
inspected the surroundings. Mandy
Alexander, an aged negress, followed,
testifying she found the gun near the
railroad tracks, 100 feet away from
the scene of the murder.
Negress Identified Gun.
The negress mounted the witness
stand dressed in blue calico and a big
straw hat. Beattie eyed her closely
and smiled. Mandy testified she found
the gun at 4 or o'clock the morn
inc after the murder.
She said: 81 thought it was a track
walters gun picked it up and then
let it lay" Later meeting white
farmer she told him of the find Mandy
identified the gun. Cross-examination
failed to shake her story.
The Semi-weekly leader., 1911-04-15
MACEDONIA NEWS.

We must soon say goodbye to all
and take up our career elsewhere.
We are glad to say that our work
this year has been quite success.
We have been very busy prepar-
ing for examinations. which will
begin next week. Think we shall
face them now with a fearless
front.
Our yard has just been cleaned
and swept off. We are ready now
for our picnic. Now listen. every
body remember the date and be
with US on that day, Friday, April
81. We had promised to US last
Friday goodly number uf Lin
coins nobIest men and others of
different counties. We expect to
have dinner for all present. We
have already gotten part of it.
We have the table built; will also
have refreshments on the grounds.
which will be sold for benefit of
the school. Remember the date,
Friday April 21. Be with us. we
beg you.
BILLY.
The Semi-weekly leader., 1911-04-15
FROM FAIR RIVER.

A much needed rain was greatly
appreciated by the farmers of this
district Tuesday.
Only few more days and the
school children will have to bid
farewell to school until next Octo-
ber.
Mrs. G. G. Jones returned Mon
day to her home at Lucedale, after
a very pleasant stay here. She
was joined in Brookhaven by her
husbands little sister, Flora, who
will spend the summer with them.
Mrs. c. H. Moore returned Sun
day from an extended visit with
her daughter. Mrs. Clarence Kees,
at Brookhaven. She is rejoicing
over a second grandson.
Prof. M. Simmons, of Mississippi
College. spent Saturday in this COM
munity in tine interest of the next
school.
Misses Myrtis Maxwell and Lou
Summers spent Friday and Satur-
day in Brookhaven taking the ex-
animation.
We are very sorry that we cannot
keep our present faculty for an
other term. We cannot expect to
get another principal whom all the
pupils will love any more than
they do Prof. Lowrey. We can say
the same of Miss Barnard, the
music and expression teacher. She
has made impressions on the minds
of her pupils that, as they are be-
ing moulded into men and women,
will cause them to aspire to higher
things. Miss Norman has been
with US only one year. but she has
found the way into the hearts Of
the little tots and has proved that
she is of the right kind.
We were well represented at the
Field Day exercises Friday. and
came out with flying colors. Our
girls won the basket ball game over
Brookhaven; while one of our play
Iers. Miss Maloy Pennington, won
the prize for being the best player.
In athletics, Ellison Lowell won
| first place in two hundred yard
dash, shot put and broad jump. He
could have won the one hundred
yard dash. but for hindrances. Old
Fair River will always hold her
own, if you give her justice.
INCOGNITO.
The Semi-weekly leader., 1911-04-15
NOTES FROM DAMASCUS.

Damascus is very quiet now since
school is out.
A crowd Of young folks of this
|neighborhood attended Field Day
at Brookhaven last Friday.
Miss Myrtis Kennedy has been
on the sick list this week; but we
are glad to say she is recovering.
Mr.. Fred Wright was a visitor
in our community last Sunday.
Our Sunday School is progressing
nicely. We wish all that could,
would come every Sunday.
Miss Alma Hall is looking blue
of late. wonder what can be the
cause?
Miss Callie Kennedy spent Sun.
day with parents, Mr.. and Mrs. S.
-. Kennedy. last Sunday.
Mr.. Leon Cupit called to see
Miss Edna Smith last Sunday D. m.
BLUE EYES.
The Semi-weekly leader., 1911-04-15
VARDAMAN DAY In
BROOKHAVEN MAY S
A REMINDER OF CALL-CENTRAL
YARDAMAN CLUB.

Our call has been heard all over
Lincoln county and adjoining coun-
ties, and has been heard from!
Now we want to admonish you to
continue to spread the good news.
Let no man say he didn't know
Vardaman was coming.
Ex-Governor Vardaman will be
in Brookhaven, Friday, May 5, and
will address the electorate of Lin
coin county during the hours of the
day best suited to his constituency
throughout the county. His sup
porters in Brookhaven will suit
their time to his, be it day or
night.
The same day a Vardaman Club
will be organized.
Come out and show your colors!
Help right to triumph over wrong
show how you live above the
fog of calumny and vituperation
show that you have the courage of
your convictions; and think and act
for yourself.
Your presence in Brookhaven on
May 5, is all that is asked of you
At this stage of the game.
Earnestly soliciting and expect
ing you, am,
Yours truly,
w. M. LAMBRIGHT,
Sec'ty Central Vardaman Club of
Lincoln County.
The Semi-weekly leader., 1911-04-15
MT. ZION NEWS.

The rain last Monday was very
much appreciated.
Mr.. A. q. Davis has shipped
some English peas. which brought
a handsome price.
Our box supper was grand suc-
cess last Saturday night.
Our community was we'll repre-.
sented at Field Day last Friday.
Our boys won several prizes that
day, for which we feel proud.
Our school will close on Thurs
day. April 20. We expect to have
a big picnic that day. and invite
some candidates to be with us.
We also expect to have some exer-
cises at the school house that night.
Everybody is invited to come.
Examination times will begin
next Monday.
Rev. Otto Little, of Grange Hall
.neighborhood, will preach at Mat
thews Chapel the third Sunday
Everybody come out to hear him.
Xxx.
The Semi-weekly leader., 1911-04-15
WASH THOSE PlMPLEs OFF.

Use D. D. D., that mild, sooth-
ing wash. that recognized remedy
for Eczema and all skin troubles.
First drops take away that awful
burning itch, cleanse the skin
wash away every pimple e-every
impurity. Nothing like D. D. ID.
for the complexion.
Get 25c trial bottle today,
worth ten times its cost to have a
bottle in the house. At any rate,
drop into our store to talk over the
merits Of this wonderful prescrip-
tion.
Price Drug Co., Brookhaven,
Miss.
The Semi-weekly leader., 1911-04-15
NEWS FROM
COUNTY POINTS
Told BY Special Core.
spondence at Various
Places.
MT. PLEASANT PLEASANTNEsS.

Mt. Pleasant has not been taking
one of Rips maps; but has beer
working.
April fools passed off quietly.
One among the many fell-on Prof.
L. H. Hart. in the form of a lun.
cheon, with the usual contents,
cotton biscuits. stuffed eggs. raw
potatoes. etc. He accepted. with
words of thanks (?) to the donor.
Some measles yet in our neck Of
the woods. Among the victims
was our first assistant, Miss Rhods
Brown. She was out in less than q
week. You can't keep a good
woman down.
Mines. Lem Thompson and j. M.
S. Reeves made an expedition
against the fish tribe recently. Re.
suits favorable--two suckers.
Our basket ball team, accompa-
MED by the teachers and a good
number of the pupils, went out to
the king" of schools not long
since and pulled off a game, as is
our custom.
Several of our good people at.
tended church at Norfield and
Montgomery last Sabbath. All re.
port spiritual uplift.
Messrs. Wiley Prestridge and
Collie May were seen going toward
Norfield in the ''wee" hours of the
day recently.
Mr.. Lucius May had the misfor-
tune (?) recently of losing his mule
for few minutes at Mr.. Williams
Our advise to Lucius is that he
trade his mule for horse.
We challenge any community for
more candidates than our own. We
have for sheriff. Mr.. S. j. Reeves;
for supervisor, Mr.. Jake E. Moak
for justice of the peace. Mr.. R. K.
Albritton; for constable, Messrs.
Lem Thompson and j. Alec Moak I;
for matrimony, Mr.. l.. H. Hart.
Mr.. Hart says that he doesn't care
for but one vote.
We regret to hear of our sister
school, Montgomery, closing on ac-
count of measles. We also note,
with regret, that our neighbor,
King School. has had to give up its
assistant, Miss Jessie Kendrick, of
Woodville.
Miss Jennie Dear, of Fernwood, !,
is visiting In our community.
On the 18th inst, we are going
to have big picnic. We extend
cordial invitation to everybody.
All candidates will have chance
to make announcements. There
will be music in the air by the
brass band. Refreshments will be
sold on the grounds, on the night
of the same day. The school will
give concert. Admission free.
TWO SHEEP HEADS.
The Semi-weekly leader., 1911-04-15
The City Councils
Special Meeting

At this, a regular adjourned
meeting of the Mayor and Board of
Aldermen of the City of Brook
haven, Mississippi, held at the
Mayors Office in said city at 7:3O
O'Clock p. M, this, the 7th day of
April, 1911, there were present,
Mayor Heuck, Clerk Davis, Alder
men Wentworth, Baggett, Abrams
and Hartman; Alderman Bee alb
sent.
Mr.. G. G. McClendon. stock en-
FOUNDER. appeared before the
Board, was examined and closely
questioned in regard to his duties
as empounder. and to answer to
complaints and duties outlined.
In the matter Of installing meters
at the Arlington Foundry & Ma
chine Co., on motion, it was re-
ferred to Power House Committee.
Mr.. c. j. Moore's preliminary
report on audit of City's accounts
and books, was considered, and re-
ceived pending a final report.
On motion, the account of L. Il.
Perkins for s. for erroneous tax,
was allowed. s
On motion, the Board adjourned
to meet Thursday, April 49, 1911,
at 7;30 O'Clock p. m.
R. L. DAVIS, Clerk.
The Semi-weekly leader., 1911-04-15
Bethel Baptist Church.

A two days missionary meeting
was held at the Bethel Church,
four miles west of Bogue Chitto,
on last second Sunday and Saturday
before. These progressive people
have recently erected a large, beau.
tiful church building. With Bro,
j. R, Kyzar as pastor they are pre-.
pairing to do a great work.
s Bro. S. P. Rogers, of Osyka,
preached at IL o'clock on Saturday
and IN the afternoon on Sunday.
Bro. Lowe preached at II O'Clock
on Sunday.
Mrs. ]. E. Woodward and Mrs,
Mex. Fulgham addressed the
ladies. A Woman's Missionary
Union was formed. A bountiful
dinner was served. The good peo-
pie of Bethel know how to make
you have a good time. The collec-
tion taken for missions was the
largest that has ever been raised by
the church.
Al VISITOR.
The Semi-weekly leader., 1911-04-15
NEWS FROM BIG CREEK.

MIR. Albert Evans and mother, OF
New Prospect, spent Sunday with
the latter's daughter, Mrs. L. J.
LeRgett.
Mr.. Charlie Smith. who has been
attending school at Beaver Creek.
has returned home.
Mrs. E. H. Leggett made fly
ing trip to Bogue Chitto Tuesday
evening.
Miss Nellie Smith. of Norfield,
and Mr.. Walter Johnston. of
Bethel. visited friends and relatives
in our community Sunday last.
Among the number who attended
Field Day in Brookhaven last Fri
day were. Misses Ruth Leggett,
Matte Fore. and Messrs. Vernon
Martin and Acie Smith.
Mr.. and Mrs Jesse Winborne
and daughter. Vannie, spent Sum
day with relatives in BoRue Chitto.
Miss Clara Fore. of Wesson.
spent last week with her sister,
Miss Matte.
Mr.. Ben Leggett of Bogue Chit
to, spent Sunday afternoon with
homefolks.
When you get off of the train at
Bogue Chitto, there are always two
boys there to take your suit cases.
Misses Ruth Leggett and Matte
Fore attended the Laymen's meet
ing at Bethel Sunday.
There will be preaching at Cal
vary church next Sunday at IL
O'Clock. Everybody is invited to
attend.
Our school will close on the 28th
of this month. We expect to have
a big picnic which will be an
nounced later.
TWO SWEETHEARTS.
The Semi-weekly leader., 1911-04-15
FORFALLINGHAIR
You Run No Risk When
You Use This Rem
edy.


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We want you to try Rexall '93''
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It will cost you nothing unless you
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Il comes ID two sizes. prices SOC.
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The Semi-weekly leader., 1911-04-15
MOAK's CREEK EXCHANGE.

It has been quite while since
you heard from US; but we are not
dead yet. We are still on the
s'bum."
Listenl our eighth grade pupils
took the teacher on very great
surprise last Monday, first school
day in April. in which they suc-
ceeded in getting off on their fish.
ing trip that they had, from the
first of the school. been planning
Miss Amanda Roberts spent Sat-
urday night and Sunday last with
her cousin. Miss Bess McLelland.
MIR. Walter McGuffie was in to
see homefolks Sunday last.
Some of our eighth grade are
preparing for county examination.
Our flower yard is looking real
nice since the rain a few days past.
Success to The Leader.
ALEC SMART.