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Newark evening star and Newark advertiser., 1912-08-07
CANDIDATES FOR COUNCIL

Joseph w. Moriarty and John ].
Kelley, of Orange. have announced
their candidacy for councilman on
the Democratic ticket in the Third
and Fifth Wards respectively.
Newark evening star and Newark advertiser., 1912-08-07

The monthly meeting of the Belle
tonight in the local library building
at Washington avenue and Academy
street. The special committee ap-
pointed to lok into the matter of the
selection of a site for the extension
of the county park system into Belle
Newark evening star and Newark advertiser., 1912-08-07

The grounds at st. Marys Club
house, Nutley. have been put in shape
and the clubhouse decorated for to-
night. when the societies of st. Mary's
Church will hold their annual lawn
party and cake sale.
Newark evening star and Newark advertiser., 1912-08-07
BLOOD POISON
- PERMANENTLY CURED

Pinples, spots on the skin, sores in the
mouth, ulcers, falling hair, bone pains. ca
tarrh, etc, are symptoms Delays are dan
gerous. Send at once to DR.. Brown, 935
Arch ST.. Philadelphia, for BROWNS
BLOOD CURE Convincing proof In 800
bottle-lasts a month. Sold in Newark by
c. W. MENk. 106 Market 81.
Newark evening star and Newark advertiser., 1912-08-07

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE
UNITED STATES FOR THE DIS
TRICT OF NEW JERSEY.
In the matter. Of Charles w. Chapman BANK
rupt. In bankruptcy Petition for DIS
charge.
To the Honorable Judges of the District
Court of the United States for the Distrlc.
Charles W Chapman, of Essex Fens, in the
County Of Essex and State of New Jersey,
in said District, respectfully represents that
on the twenty-seventh day Of june,
last past he was duly adjudged bankrupt
under the acts Of Congress relating to BANK
property and rights of property. and has
fully compiled with all the requirements OF
said acts and Of the orders of the Cours
touching his bankruptcy.
Wherefore he prays that he may be de-
creed by the Court to have full discharge
from all debts provable against his estai
charge.
Dated this thirtieth day of July, A D..
CHARLES w, CHAPMAN
Bankrupt.
United States of America, Southern District
OF New York, S.
Charles W. Chapman, the aboye-named
nents made by me in the foregoing petition
are true,
s,,. CHARLES W.. CHAPMAN;
= subscribed and sworn to before me TINS
lSeaD MAUDE v. LoRILLARD,
Notary Public Kings County. No. 13s.
Certificate filed in New York. County.
NY commission expires March 30, 1918.
Registers office, New York County, NO.
3ls3. County Clerks ONCE New YORK
County. No. 5s.
ORDER OF NOTICE THEREON.
On this NTH day Of August A. p. isi-.
on reading the foregoing petition, it is OF
dered by the Court that hearing be had
upon the same on the Both day Of September,
A. ID. 1912. before said Court, at Trenton, IN
said District, at ten-thirty o'clock In tne
forenoon, and that notice thereof be pup
iished in Newark Evening Star and AdveI
tlser, a newspaper printed In said pistrlc.'
ana mat all known creditors and other per
sons IN interest may appear at the said time
ana place and show cause, II any tney
nave, why the prayer of the said petitioner
should not be granted.
And II is further ordered by the Court, tnal
the Referee in Bankruptcy shall send py
mail to all known creditors copies OF sala
petition and this order addressed to them AZ
their places Of residence as stated
witness the Honorable John Rellstao'
Judge OF the said Court, and the seal thereof,
az trenton, in the said district. ON the ht'h
uay OF August, A. ID. 1912.
ts.an GEORGE T. cRANMER,u r,alu
Per BENJAMIN f. TIAvsNs,
Howard f. Williams. ei5 ,Kensinston ave-
nue., Plainheld.
Solicitor fn
true copy.
rs.s, GEORGE r. cRANMEEEs.s
Per BENJAMIN r. HAyENs,
Deputy
Newark evening star and Newark advertiser., 1912-08-07

District of New Jersey, IS.
j, Benny Geltzeiler, the above-named peti-
tioner, do solemnly swear that the state
ments made by me in the foregoing petition
are true.
BENNY GELTZEILER
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
twenty ninth day of July, A. d. 1872
MICHAEL A. CASTEELANO.
Attorney Law OF New Jersey.
ORDER OF NOTICE THEREON.
On this fifth day of August, A. d. 1872
on reading the foregoing petition, 1t -
ordered by the Court that hearing be hal
upon the same the thirtleth day Of
September. A. d. 1912. before said Court. at
Trenton. in said District, at ten-thirty O'Clock
in the forenoon and that notice thereof be
published in Newark Evening Star and Ad
vertiser, a newspaper printed. in said District
and that all known creditors and other per-
and place and show cause. IL any they have.
why the prayer Of the said petitioner should
not be granted
And 1t is further ordered by the Court that
the Referee in Bankruptcy shall send by
mail to all known creditors copies Of said
petition and this order. addressed to them
at their places of residence as stated.
Witness the Honorable John Rellstab,
Judge of the said Court, and the seal there
fifth day of August A. d. 1912.
GEORGE T. CRANMER.
[SealJ Clerk.
Per BENJAMIN F, HAvENs,
Deputy
Simon Hahn.
Solicitor.
GEORGE T. cRANMER.
n. III
Newark evening star and Newark advertiser., 1912-08-07
LEGAL NOTICES.
IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF TIL
UNITED STATES FOR THE DISTRICT

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE
UNITED STATES FOR THE DISTRICT
OF NEW JERSEY
In the matter OF Benny Geltzeiler bank-
rup:. In bankruptcy. Petition for dis
charge.
To the Honorable Judges of the District
Court of the United States for the District
of New Jersey.
Benny Geltzeiler. OF Newark. in the county
of Essex and State of New Jersey in sal
district, respectfully represents that on the
tenth day of February last past he was duly
sdjudged bankrupt under the acts OF
Congress relating to bankruptcy; that hs
has duly surrendered all his property and
rights of property. and has fully complied
with all the requirements Of said acts and
of the orders of the Court touching his
bankruptcy.
Wherefore he prays that he may be de-
creed. by the Court to have full discharge
from all debts prcvabie against his estate
under said Bankrupt acts, except such debts
as are excepted by law from such discharge.
Dated this twenty ninth day of July. A.
d. 1912.
BENNY GELTZEU.ER.
Bankrupt.
Newark evening star and Newark advertiser., 1912-08-07

GEORGE T. cRANMER.
[Seal1 Clerk.
Per BENJAMIN F. HAvENs.
Deputy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
|NON-JURY TERM OF
 COURT IN BIBB COUNTY
Some Forty Cases on Trial for Bloc. ton Division-W. H. Cash Dies
 Near Centreville

Centreville, October 11.-(Special.) )-The jury term of the county court for the Blocton division convened Wednes- day of this week. Some 70 cases were on the docket for trial, but the call was completed by 1 o'clock in the afternoon. There were Ii convictions and pleas of guilty, two acquittals; number of cases dismissed several forfeitures taken against defendants. but the majority of the cases were carried to the jury term, which will convene on the first Monday in November, the defendants having asked for trial by jury. Five defendants were sentenced to hard labor for the county. The officers of the court re- turned to Centreville at late hour Wednesday afternoon.
 Prof. J. J. Lowe, who conducted the singing at the Munhall meeting at Bloc ton during the two weeks tent meeting at that place came to Centreville yester- day and will hold services here for the next ten days. The services are being held at the Presbyterian church and a large crowd attended the illustrated lec- ture by Professor Lowe last night.
 w. IT. Cash, a prominent citizens of this county, residing four miles east of Centreville, was buried at Sandy church cemetery. He was i'll for quite a lone while and his death was not unexpected He leaves large number of relatives.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
TOWING RATES ARE
 PR0bED IN MOBILE

Mobile, October 11.-(Speciai)-"We We've me our part" was the only comment of J. c. Rich, chairman of the Chamber of Commerce committee to investigate towing rates in Mobile when 19 shippers failed to appear before the committee Thursday night to give testimony. MT. Rich said each one of the 19 had received a letter requesting them to be on hand.
 Charging that at the port of Mobile higher towage rates were charged than at other gulf ports. were made when Harry T. Hartwell, interested in the Mo bile Towing and Wrecking company, was a candidate for commissioner, against Capt Pat J. Lyons The Chamber of Commerce and Business league decided not to investigate the charges during the heat of political strife," but recently instituted proceedings.
 The committee named will adhere to it's original plan which included a meeting for the stevedores and towboat owners Monday next and a meeting for the pilots on the following Thursday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
PULLMAN ID HAVE
 PUBLIC SPEAKING Indications for Democratic
 Success Bright NEW BAPTIST CHURCH Remains of John Krelhaus, Who Died in Colorado, Reach Cullman-Bus- mess Change-John Wooten
 Recovering From Injuries
NEW BAPTIST CHURCH

Cullman, October 11.-(Speclal)-J L. Burnett, congressman from the Seventh congressional district, and Judge w. w. Brandon of Tuscaloosa will begin next week and take a tour of this county, making several speeches, including Joppa, Holly Pond Berlin and Walter in the eastern part of the county, and Crane Hill, Logan and other points in the west ern part.
 The indications for democratic success fin Cullman county are better than has been seen in this county in years, and it is predicted that the county will go democratic by the largest majority in years.
 As usual, MT. Burnett will carry Gull man county by safe majority for con- gressman from the Seventh district MT. Burnett is one of the most popular men with the people of this part of the district in the state.
 Remains Reach Cullman The remains of John Krelhaus, who died at Boulder. Col, are expected to arr rive Friday night from that city, and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
Improve the Tennessee

Chattanooga, October 1f.-(Speeia1)- John A. Patten of this city, president of the Tennessee River Improvement association, has Issued a call for the sixteenth annual convention of the body to assemble in South Pittsburg Tenn. November IS. The meeting will be of no little significance to the states of Tennessee and Alabama and 1t Is thought that the attendance will be very large and representative.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
Murdered in Vacant House

Indianole. Miss, October 11.-The dis covery yesterday in vacant farmhouse near here of the dead body of A. Hol- man, formerly of Carroll county, where he is said 10 have been prominently con- nected has brought to light what is al- legged to be murder committed under the unwritten law spirit Arthur Seay is being sought for as the slayer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
HORRIBLE DEED OF
 CRAZED PLUMBER

Akron, O.. October 11.-John V. McDon- ald plumber. killed his 3-year-od son and then shot his wife and his sister last night. Mrs. Mcdonald is believed to be fatally hurt The sister is in a serious condition. The man was arrested while wandering the streets few hours after the shooting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
Referee Stops Bout

Fond Du Lac. Wis, October 11.-The scheduled 10 round bout between Cyclone Johnny Thompson of Sycamore. Ills, claimant for the worlds nddleweight championship. and Art Godfrey, Minneap- olis, was stopped in the eighth round by the rsferee last night to save Godfrey from punishment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
FOUNDER OF MERIDIAN
 COLLEGE IS DEAD

Mobile, October 1.-The Rev L. stone, founder of stone college, Meridian, Miss. died fere late last night al an infrmary. He originally founded a female college al Shuqualak, Miss, called Sea Pines. later moving it to Meridian. when the name was changed. He was 6s years or age.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
MAY REOPEN CANAL !. IN MADISON COUNTY
Huntsville Chamber of COm- merce Takes Up ImpOr-
 tant Matter

Huntsville. October 1.-(Special)- The Chamber of Commerce decided last night to agitate the question of re opening the spring branch canal, which leads from Huntsville to the Tennessee river with a view of restor- ing 1t to- it's old time importance as an artery of commerce. In former years boats were operated on the canal and many thousands of bales of cotton were floated from the city to the river The operation of the canal regulated freight rates and kept them down to the min imum. Congressman Richardson will be requested to bring the matter to the at tention of Congress and if possible have survey made
 The good roads committee was re- quested by the Chamber of Commerce last night to send a delega tion to the Marshall county fair al Albertville next week. and do everything possible to arouse interest In good roads among tEe people of that county. It is claimed that If Marshall county will awaken to the value of good roads the north and south highway from Huntsville to Bir- mingham will be assured.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
Show Licenses High

A man appeared before the council ask ing that the new aldermanic body take some action looking towards the reduc ton of licenses for tent shows exhibiting in Anniston. He claimed the licenses were much higher here than in other cities, and that they were practically pro- hibitory The matter was referred to a committee. Other routine work was taken up and adjudicated.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
Removed From Office

At a regular meeting of the new city council Thursday night, A. H. Arnold, .who was removed from the office of sani- tary, milk and meat inspector, because he was alleged to have used teams be-
 longing to the city for his personal use.
 put in claim for s7s0 which he claims is due him on back salary. Arnold was elected for a term of two years, but was removed after he had served about a
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12

Ike Reid and Paul Quillan, young men from Jackson county, who were sentenced to 50 days at hard labor on charges of stealing bicycles, have been released and additional charges have been lodged against Gordon Evans Of Gurley. Reid and Quillan claim that they bought the stolen bicycles from Evans.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
Business Change

the funeral is scheduled to be held from Sacred Heart Catholic church Saturday Business Change Biggers Bros, who have for the past several years been engaged in the livery business in this city, have disposed of their business in that line and will no longer be engaged in the livery and sale stable business, but will in the future engage in the automobile business.
 John Wooten Improving
 John Wooten, an employe of the Jag gars Co.,, at their large new gin in West Cullman, who met with the misfortune of losing his right arm in one of the gin stands a few days ago, is said to be doing nicely at his home in West Gull man.
 New Baptist Church
 The arrangements are now under way for the construction of new Baptist church in this city. At a recent meet ing of the board of deacons 1t was decid- ed to begin the work of building it just as early a date as possible and steps in that direction have already been taken.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
King Caught in Texas

Cannie King. who made getaway from his creditors in this county some weeks ago, leaving many forged notes and stock on which mortgage had been given, disposed of, was caught in Texas recently, is now in jail in this place, having been returned from the Lone Star state. He has signified his in- tcntion of pleading guilty and asking for the lowest possible punishment. His wife and children, whom he had sent to Texas before he departed, have re-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
MURDERER ENJOYS LIBERTY Al YEARS
Negro Wanted in EImOre for Crime in 1S71-Located
 in Georgia

Wetumpka, October 1.-(Special)--Af- ter enjoying 41 years of liberty. Free man Long is in Jail charged with having killed a white man near Deatsville in 1871 Soon after the crime was commit ted Freeman Long escaped from jail and many people at that time doubted his having made good the escape. but thought probably he had met with lyncn law.
 However the negro did elude capture and after il years, was found in Geor- gia, was arrested and is now awaiting trial in the Emore county jail. There are said to be still living witnesses of the tragedy of long ago. A bridge club of 16 members has been organized and Mrs. J. M Jenkins was the charming hostess of the club this week.
 The United DauglNers of Confectionery were entertained by Mrs Augustus Wall Tuesday and officers elected for the en- suing year. Mrs. G. F. Sedberry was again chosen president.
 The Music Study club has been reor- ganized and their winters work promises to be quite interesting.
 The Library association Is to hold n business meeting Friday afternoon, and Wetumpka clubs will be completed with the reorganization of the thirteenth club.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
LIMESTONE FAIR IS GREAT SUCCESS Magnificent Displays of Va
 riOus Articles Shown KING CAUGHT IN TEXAS Fletcher Tennison on Trial at Athens for Murder-Grand Jury Returns
 Several Indictments-City
 Officers Sworn In
KING CAUGHT IN TEXAS

Athens. October 11.-(Special )-This afternoon the fourth and final day of the fourth annual fair of the Limestone County Fair association came to glor- ious and successful finish. It was be- yond all expectations of It's most arr dent and sanguine friends in point or entertainment. magnificent displays of agricultural and household commodt- ties, as we'll as a grand display of live stock.
 The fair had four beautiful days. The first day was rather disappointment in point of attendance. the second day brought larger crowds and Thursday was the banner day, more people being on the grounds than could be given comfortable quarters. It Is said that more than 1000 people were here Thurs- day.
 Fine racing was enjoyed. John Al, the fastest stallion in the south and one of the fastest in America. and Edna H., the fast mare of MT. Hardeman of Pulaski was the big pacing event or Thursday, and Giles county sent more than 300 enthusiastic visitors to Athens on that day. The floral hall was crowded to the limit, and the agricul- tural display was most worthy. The fair has done wonders for the develop ment of the county, both from an agri- cultural as well as live stock point of view. The ladies did their depart ment proud. Many visitors here from other places were enthusiastic in their praise of the showing made. Friday was school day and the grounds were thronged with children. Massey and Greene football teams met on the park in front of the grand stand and gave those present a taste of college boys pleasures
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
Bitten by Fer0cious Dog

A little daughter of MT. and Mrs. w. A. Simpson of oxford was bitten by a ferocious dog believed to have rabies Thursday evening. The dog also at tackled several canines and it's head was sent to the Pasteur institute at Mont gomery after the animal was killed. The parents of the little girl are very uneasy nbout her condition
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
Tennison on Trial

The criminal week of the circuit court has been a busy one. Several cases were disposed of but the court has been most of the week on the case of Fletcher Tennison, charged with the wilful murder of Arthur Stay ton, which occurred on the eth of Sep tember The case is now in the hands of the jury and the verdict Is being watched with much interest. Tennison is a man of some prominence.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12

The large business of McClendon Merchandise company has changed hands, Rev J. A. Neville and brother has bought the entire business and will continue under the same name.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12

The Lang Manufacturing company has commenced work after having stopped work for some time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12

The young child of Rev. J. A. Neville and wife died this week after a short illness
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
College Bows to College Girls

The undergraduates of the Alabama Presbyterian college entertained in com pliment to the students of Noble institute at a college Y. M. c. A. reception Thurs day evening. 80 couples being present. President c. H. Yeuell, r. w. McCorkle. S. M. Crosby and P. c. Kemp composed the receiving committed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
Willett Names Committee

F. D. Willett, chairman of the Calhoun county Wilson and Marshall club has ap- pointed a committee consisting of one man from each beat in the county to so- licit members and funds for the cam paign. J. Fl. Edmondson was appointed chairman of the committee and each of the ten aldermen were appointed in An
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
Girls Write for Preds

The girls of Noble institute will have three pages of matter in the current is- sue of the Professionalism, the college magazine issued by the Alabama Presby- terian college, when it comes from the press in a few days. G. II. Yeuell IS editor of the Pred magazine this year, P. c. Kemp business manager and w. w. stephen exchange editor and funny man.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12

The Music Study club has been reor- ganized and their winters work promises to be quite interesting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
John Wooten Improving
New Baptist Church
NEW ADMINISTRATION
 BEGINS AT LANETT

Lanett, October 11.-(Special. )-The new administration consisting of R. w. Jennings, mayor; z. D. Smith, W. Blake ley, c. E. Deloach, J. M. Wallace and J. L. Barrow has entered on their du- ties as councilmen and mayor of the city of Lanett. Great effort is being made to suppress lawlessness. and al- ready several have been convicted and put to work on the streets.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
After Fee System
Would Bond City Officials

One of the features of the first reg ular meeting of the new Anniston city council Thursday evening was an ordi- nance introduced by J. G. Farley of the Fourth ward requiring that the city at torney, chief of police, warden, street overseer and license inspector be made to furnish bonds. This ordinance was passed. but an ordinance requiring city officials to pay for their own bonds went over to another meeting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
Seven Indictments

The present grand jury has returned seven indictments for capital offenses, five for murder and two for highway robbery Frank Shlreman, charged with the murder of John Henry some weeks ago at the lake in this county. just across the river from Decatur, was indicted for murder. Oscar Pitts and Fletcher Tennison. all white, and two negroes were indicted for first degree murder and two negroes for highway rohherV
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
Pioneer Citizen Dead

J. A. Self, an Anniston pioneer and for 1G years member of the Methodist church, died at the home of his brother in-law, J. M. Mickey. on South Winner Friday morning at the age of 61 years The funeral and interment will take place Saturday at Coldwater, Rev. Robert Aus tin of Birmingham officiating.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-12
City Officials Sworn In

The new city dads have beeen sworn in, held their first meeting and elected HI. c. Massenburg city clerk to serve for the ensuing two years, succeeding Liffors Cole. James Draper was elect ed city treasurer to succeed Leon Cart wright The election of the new clerk and treasurer was all that has been done. An auditor is now going over the books of the retiring administra- ton and when he is done report will
 be made. The new electric plant Is de- Iayed for some cause, more than a
 month and a half past due. The city ! Is in danger daily of going dark be- cause of the unfathomable delay.