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The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1912-12-16

Jim Jennings, a young cotton buy
er of Wynnewood, was here yester-
day. He reports that Wynnewood
has marketed a big crop of cotton
and that the compress there has
had a successful run, although one
is located at Pauls Valley, only a
short distance away.
AS the close OF the year draws
near and the time in which to pay
taxes and avoid the penalty short
ems, the clerks in the office of the
county treasurer are kept very busy
Farmers and others who have de-
layed payment of taxes until the
last month are crowded in the treas
urer's office all day long for every
day in the week
George Leeman, clerk of the coun-
ty court, has issued the following
marriage licenses today: Charles
Lewis, aged %, to Miss Pearl Lewis,
aged 10, both of Ardmore; F. +.
Jones, aged 81, to Miss b. V. ia.
cobs, aged is, both of Ardmore;
Henry Tapp, aged 29, of Simon, to
Miss Julia Carson, aged 90 OF
Pooleville.
One negro charged with fighting
and an Indian charged with drunk
enness were fined ten dollars each
in the police court this morning.
Neither of them having the spon-
dulix with which to satisfy the Of
Tended law, they will toll on tE
streets for a number of days.
A negro woman who managed to
get hold OF a bunch of Snow" be-
came noisy in telling PEOPLE how it
happened while in front of Lanes
store on Main street today. Patrol
man Walter Stroud. after consider
able argument, landed her in the
police station.
Dean Harr, clerk of the Whiting
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1912-12-16

The mixed train on tn eArdmort
branch of the Frisco, which runs
between this county and Madil
was derailed at Simpson at four
o'clock yesterday afternoon. Several
cars left the rails completely block
ign traffic. No one was injured
All trains into and from this city
on the Frisco are being detoured
over the Rock Island by way OF
Randolph. 1t is thought the wreck
age will be cleared away so that
service over its own line will he
this afternoon.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1912-12-16

Dean Harr, clerk of the Whiting
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1912-12-16
men in this section of the state. His
friends seriously regret the misfor
tune that has overtaken his home.
Old Timer Again in Use.

The Ardmore street department
through Commissioner Burnitt, has
again placed the street sweeper in
commission. The "old timer" has
been thoroughly overhauled and plac
ed in repair and henceforth will
clean the paved streets of the city
during the quiet hours of the n.Ght
By using the sweeper the street de-
partment is enabled to reduce its
force of employees and curtail en-
penses to a considerable extent
CITY CAB COMPANY, prompt
service, new carriage Phone a.
Joe Bastine, Manager. 15-1m
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1912-12-16

S. O.. Dent, whose little son died
on Thursday of last week, is re-
ported to be quite sick at his home
in this city.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1912-12-16

Teachers Recital at Hargrove
College Tuesday at 8 p. m. The
public is invited. 1873
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1912-12-16

When you have bilious attack
give Chamberlain Tablets a trial.
They are excellent. For sale by
all dealers.
The Daily Ardmoreite. [volume] (Ardmore, Okla.) 1893-current, 1912-12-16
Confidential

We appreciate the fact that at this season
of the year it requires the exercise of care.
full judgement to buy OUR Christmas
presents and not embarass our exchequer,
which, under ordinary circumstances is re.
stricted. We are keeping faith with the
public in our prices advertised, and our re.
ward has been the most phenomenal sale in
the history of Ardmore g Select useful
Xmas present now, for your relatives and
friends, and thereby incur their lasting
gratitude. Ladies' and Misses suits and
cloaks, kimonas, furs, an elegant line of
umbrellas at rediculously low prices. g. A
nice present-dress pattern, table linen,
napkins, center pieces, gloves, hosiery.
Spend half hour with US and investigate barg
No misrepresentation, going sell what is left
of the stock in bulk--but will give an oppor-
tunity for a few days, money in their purchases
Don't wait--come
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
This H1iH Jfop Your Cough in e Hurry Save S2 by Making This Cough
 Syrup at Home.

This recipe makes a pint of better cough syrup than you could buy ready made for $2.50. A few doses usually conquer the most obstinate cough stops even whooping cough quickly. Sim pie as it is, no better remedy can be had at any price.
 Mix one pint of granulated sugar with F pint of warm water, and stir for minutes. Put 21la ounces of Pinex fifty cents worth) in pint bottle; then add the Sugar Syrup It has q pleasant taste and lasts a family a long time. Take a teaspoonful every one, two or three hours.
 You can feel this take hold of cough in a way that means business. Has a good tonic effect, braces up tine appetite, and is slightly laxative, too, which is helpful. A handy remedy for hoarse- ness, croup, bronchitis, asthma and all throat and lung troubles.
 The effect of pine on the membranes is well known. Pinex is the most valu- able concentrated compound of Norwc- gian white pine extract, and is rich in guaiacol and all the natural healing pine elements. Other preparations will not work in this formula.
 This Pinex and Sugar Syrup recipe has attained great popularity throughout the United States and Canada. It has often been initiated, though never successfully.
 A guaranty of absolute satisfaction, or money promptly refunded, goes with this recipe. Your druggist has Pinex, or will get it for YOU. If not, send to The Pinex Co.,, Ft. Wayne, Ind.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
NEW HIGH RECORD
 FOR DEVELOPMEN
Buildings to Cost $9S0,O00 to Be Erected in Birming-
 ham-S1, 100000 Hotel

Columbus, Ga, March 20.-(Special)- The Industrial Index says this week:
 "A new high record for development seems to have been made in the great southeast in the past seven days. In the aggregate 1t exceeds in investment and in general importance the magnifi- cent promise of the beginning of the year.
 "A realty company with capital stock of $200O,00o has been organized at Jack sopville, Fla, by Florida and Illinois cap italists, and will be incorporated early next month to begin active development of real estate.
 ''Perfected plans for six buildings to be erected immediately at Birmingham at a cost cost of s9so,o0o are announced this week. Contracts for two of these buildings to cost s25O000 have just been awarded. In addition, plans are being formulated for the erection of another hotel at Birmingham to cast approxi- mately s1.2O0,ooO.
 "A company has been organized in Georgia with capital stock of $500,000 to engage in the lumber industry.
  erect fine tourist hotel.
 "A Wisconsin company will establish a $1Oo,o0O naval stores plant at Bay Minette, Ala
 "Six new banks have been organized and 15 new corporations formed with min imum stocks aggregating s7o3,00o
 Among the items of construction work to be done, reported this week. are: hiiildinVS Rjrrnip Ia stories and to contain 20 wholesale estab- lshments, $5o0,e00; Birmingham, three stories, sl3O,e0o. five story, $4O,oCO, Mont gomery: four story Valdosta Ga.; La Grange, Ga, s25,o00; apartment house, At anta; church addition, Gainesville, Ga; ; frateinal buildings, Dublin, Ga, and Roan- oke Ala; hotels, 5000 and s150,O00 Bir mingham, and Rome, Ga: school build ngs, Atlanta and Savannah; bank build ngs, OGala, Fla, and Juliette. Ga; sewer system extension. Milledgevile, Ga. :; school building and .waterworks system, Pavo, Ga; Buford and Morven, Ga, will vote upon issuance of waterworks and school building bonds. Columbus, Ga, voted the issuance of s50,000 of bonds for completing construction of bridge.
 Industrial plants will be established as follows:
 "Turpentine. Bay Minette. Ala; bot tling, Barnesvile and Forsyth, Ga; cold storage $225,0O0, Birminghams gas, Ope- lika, Ala. marble quarries, Alabama i; casket factory, Columbus, Ga; flour mill, An ericus, Ga; franchise for electric rail- way has been voted by city council at Dsytona, Fla; railway will be extended from Rochelle to Unadilla, Ga. Street railway will be extended at Rome, Ga telephone system will be established at Conyers, Ga.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
DAUGHTERS WILL
 MEET IN GREENVILLE

Greenville. March 0.-(Special)- The Eliza T. Porter and the Father Ryan chapters of the United Daugh- ters of the Confederacy. the two local chapters, are making all necessary ar engagements to entertain the state or ganizatfon early in May.
 Greenville being centrally located. an unusually large delegation is expected Greenville. however, will well enter tain the expected delegation. All of Greenvf1le's citizens are cooperating with each other in this natter and 1t will be demonstrated to the conven- tion that hospitality reigns supreme here
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
HUGHES AND HILL WITHDRAW NAMES In Order to Avoid Contest in Election of Montgomery
 Delegates

Montgomery, March 2O.-tSpeeiall-In order to avoid contest in the election of Montgomery county delegates to the state convention which meets here on April r. Henry N. Hughes and N N. Hill. both members of the delegation agreed upon by the various political factions, have withdrawn their names from the list of candidates. The with drawal of these names leaves 20 candl- dates for delegates to the convention, and It is probable that two other candi- dates will withdraw in order to leave nj contest for delegates.
 The list of candidates as agreed upon by the political factions of the county con tained the names of 23 representative cit izens of the cit Cou tN. and those who pre; aiei his "a Wee in hopes that no one else would file his qualification for candidate. Four otiiers sought places or the ticket, ard it was then thought
 hat it would te lest. for the sake of harmony, to get some of the candidates to withdraw. Two have done so, and it Is probable that two more will with- diaw from the list during the next day or two
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
LAST LEGISLATURE
 INEXPENSIVE ONE

Jackson, Miss, March 20.-(Special) The late legislature goes down in his- tory as the most eXtravagant ever as- sembled in Jackson, and that, too, in the face of the fact that the majority of the members were elected on d platform of retrenchment and reform There were S5 bills passed carrying appropriations amounting to S7,S4I,- 626.9s, while the total sum appropria- ted by the 1910 legislature was S7,72l,- 437.30. This Is declared to be about half million more than the income for the next two years. wherefore the gov ernor was authorized to borrow s609,- 900 each year to tide over the treasury.
 Quite number of these S5 bills were for small sums, under $100. and for pensioners whose names had been disconnected from the rolls through no fault of their own.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
ROBSON SPEAKS AT Au|cEv|LLE Large Crowd Hears Con- gressman Defend His
 Record Tuesday

Alicevlle, March 9.-(Special)-Capt R. P Hobson spoke here last night for three hours in the interest of his candi- dacy, dealing with the charges of neglect of duty and the precipitation of the cam paign, as well as discussing the quaifica- tions of MT. Moody for the place he seeks as opposed to the captain.
 There were about 300 people present, in- cluding men, women and children, though the men were in great majority. There were several people present from out of town and the adjoining communities. The cartaina received continued applause throughout his speech, and though some left after couple of hours, yet the others did not show signs of restlessness, appearing to be greatly interested in the speaker.
 Captain Hobson left this morning fer Pleasant Ridge and points in Greene county. He stated that he was deter mined to make his fight single handed to the end.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
PREPARING FOR
 HARMONY MEETING
Vertrees Headquarters Opened in Tennessee Capital-Other Head
 quarters Opened

Nashville. March 20.-Headquarters were opened here today under the auspices of the Vertrees democratic state committee for the campaign of that faction of the party. Nominations. of the state are to be made In primary May 25. This will be followed June 12 by state conven- ton. at which national electors will be named In the same hotel headquarters are already open looking to a meeting Friday of the harmony wing, and this Is independent of all other campaigns The plan of the Vertrees campaign primary was adopted. Entrance fees were fixed at from $200 for railroad commission to S5oo for governor and United States sen ator. All white democrats agreeing to support the nominees are eligible to par tipjpatp
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
VALUABLE DALLAS
 LANDS ARE LEASED
Hills Lease Property to W. K. Sweat for Five Years-Hotel
 Changes Hands

Selma, March 90.-(Speeial) )-In the of flee of probate Judge P. II. Pitts yester- day was filed deed from W. A. Hill and Alice D. Hill, conveying and leasing to W. R. sweat property in the neighhorhood of Orrvile. The consideration named In the indenture is s22.000. By the deed filed MT. and Mrs Hill sell to Nr. Sweat an IS barrel turpentlne still together with a eooperage and all outhonses located in or near Orrville. Together with the still is sold a store and stock of goods which will he operated by MT. Sweat.
 By the indenture filed for record Mir and Mrs. Hill also lease to MT. Sweat several hundred acres of land in the west ern part of Dallas county and near Orr vile This land is leased for period of
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
Thomas in MontgOmery

Montgomery, March .-(Special)-W C. Thomas of Lafayette, member of the last legislature from Chambers county, spent yesterday in this city on business. Mir Thomas declared that the farmers of Chambers county had been consider ably handicapped by the heavy rains of the last two months, and that much eon- cefn was still felt regarding the sea- sons crops. He said the present fair weather had caused them to take on new hope. however. and expressed the belief that if the dry weather continues good crops will be made in his county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
DELEGATES QUALIFY
 FOR CONVENTION
Considerable Building Activity in Opelika-Dr. Ross May Succeed
 Wiley at Washington

Opelika, March 20-(Special.) )-There will be considerable building activity In Opelika this spring. Among those men toned who are planning to build new residences are T. B. s. Matthews. Jim Tom Hamilton, M, P. Craver Mrs. Err mine Hardin, Charles M. Jernigan. Opeli- ka is fast becoming known as city of beautiful homes.
 The Opelika friends and Auburn alum nae of pr. B. Ross of Auburn are work ing for his appointment to succeed Dr. Harvey N. Wiley chief chemist. The fol- lowing telegram was sent to Congress- man H. D. Clayton at Washington.
 'The friends of Dr. R. Ross urge you to advocate the appointment of Dr. Ross to succeed Dr. Harvey w. Wiley as chief chemist of the bureau of chemistry and department of agriculture. Signed: R. B. Barnes, W. E, Davis T. D. Sam ford R. C. Smith, G. w. Duncan, John w. Denson.'
 Within the past week Opelika had visits by. several candidates for congressman at large. Dr. Abercrombie. H. Y. Brooke. L. N Hill on yesterday and Tuesday Kyle Price spoke at the courthouse.
 The death of George Joseph, the Is months old son of MT and Mrs George Royal died Sunday morning at their home near Cusseta, after a three weeks ill- ness The funeral was held Monday morning Besides the parents one little brother, Jesse age 2 years, survives.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21

five years with an option for period of two years at the expiration of the lease.
 For 20 years the Hotel Albert, has been operated hy essees under various managements who have established a reputation for this hotel for good, clean service, which Is enViable On April the owners of the hotel, the Albert Hotel company. will take charge of ana operate the hotel with MT. F.. A. Cater in charge as manager, as their representative
 The many friends of Mr. IT, r. Hughes, the present manager, will re- Eret that the hotel will lose his sery- ices, of which the Albert has had ths benefit for several years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
MISS MALLORY
 MAKES ADDRESS

Greenvile. March Special. D. Miss Kathleen Mallory. general secre- tary of the Baptist Woman's Work, was in the city Tuesday She came here to deliver addresses on several topics pertaining to the work. The meeting was held at the Baptist church. Dinner was served by the ladies of the church on the lawn. A number of ladies from other parts of Butler county were here to attend the meeting, which has been pronounced a decided success
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
50, ,000 WOMEN MAY
 INVADE CONVENTION

Chicago, March 2osFifW thousand women will march in parade in the rc- publican national convention in the Coli scum here June 1S They will ask the party to indorse the equal suffrage cause if plans Formulated here yesterday are carried into execution.
 pr. Anna Blounl one of the leaders in the cause. said that every state in tho union would be represented hy womens clubs here at convention time Fifty-two clubs representing Crieago and other state points will form the greater part of he parade.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
SUNDAY SCHOOL WORKERS CONVENE
Pickens County Convention Met Tues day at Aliceville-High Water
 Delays Traffic

Aliceville. March Especial 1.-The Fifth district convention of the Pick CTS County Sunday School association was held here yesterday.
 The convention was called to order promptly at 3 D. m. for the rendering of the programme. and the transaction of the regular business The president an- nouneed the state convention and stated that the county convention would be held here on June and 10. A report from the secretary showed some progress along the line of the inauguration of the ban ner standard and the three schools re- porting showed some good gains
 On account of the condition of the.track and high water the Alabama Tennessee and Northern had no train to Reform until oc clock Monday. A derainlent near Coehrane also delayed the northbound passenger for some time.
 The exceedingly heavy rains seem to be terminated. and the farmers are get ting in some good work. A great deal of blowing is going to be done this week.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
Villeret Dies Suddenly

Bayou Sara, La. March 2o-A. VilleIet. 47 candidate for secretary of state in the last primary, died suddenly here last night. He was prominent in state affairs for many years. His mother, two sisters and several brothers survive him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
To Extend White Way

The extension of the Anniston white way from Noble street to the union pas senger station now seems very likely, as the result of compromise granted by the Anniston Electric and Gas company Mayor WilIle has vetoed two resolutions embodying this provision for reasons of economy, but 1t is believed the latest measure, drafted by Alderman Morris, will do away with the objections made and enable the commencement of work soon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
Franchise Is Extended

The franchise granted the Anniston
 Electric and Gas company for the ex- tension of water generated electric cur rent into this city has been extended for five years, and in the event this con tract is compiled with by the company an extension of the company's gas fran chise will be granted for a term of 10
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21

SOUTHERN RAILWAYS BIRMINGHAM SPECIAL" THE NEW YORK TRAIN. ONE HOUR QUICKEST TIME. LEAVES 9s3O A. M. STEEL EQUIPMENT.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
Fighting for Calhoun

Capt. A. P. Agee of this city and Judge H. D. Merrill of Hefin. candidate for judge of the Seventh circuit, are wag- ing a warm fight for control of Calhoun county. Judge Merrill formerly lived here and he was in the city Tuesday again. The fight is the warmest now under way
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
LOWNDES FARMERS
 PREPARING CROPS
Girls Tomato Clubs Grow-Daughters of Confectionery Meet at
 Fort Deposit

Fott Deposit. March 2o.-(SpeeialD-The farmers of this section are taking advan- tage of these spring-li<e days by putting forth every effort in the preparation of their lands for planting.
 Miss Carlde a sister of J. K. Gariide, arrived yesterday and will make her headquarters here. Miss Carlide will look after the Girls Tomato clubs, which were recently organized in Lowndes eoln- ty. Much interest is being manifested in these clubs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
TROOPS WILL MEAN
 MUCH ID ANN|STON Soldiers Encamped to Be
 Paid Off Weekly
ATKINS IS CONFIDENT
Achievements at Jail-Three Sent to Reformt0ary - Commissions Re- ceived-Franchise Extended.
 To Extend White Way

Anniston, March 2o.-(special)-Th an- nouncement from Washington by Con gressman Fred L. Blackmon that he has secured the promise of the powers that be to pay the militiamen weekly when they gather here from eight states for midsummer maneuvers this year, means much for this city. when 1t is consid- cred that there will be from 25,o0O to 30 0OO men encamped.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
GARMENTS AT S1.5O

Simply wonderful in their fine ness and delicacy are the garments at this price. Quite pretty and handsome enough to go in a bride s rousseau. Fine Gowns, Ghemise, Drawers, Corset Covers, Combina tions in all styles and fine selection of Princess Slips and Skirts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
Benches for School Children

The school children of Annston have heretofore had to stand or sit on the ground while eating their lunches at the noon recess. This will no longer be the case, however, as Alderman J B. Shel- mutt introduced a resolution at the coun- cil meeting Tuesday evening providing for the purchase of benches for all of the schools to fill this need.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21

There was held last night in Fort De- posit, at the Castle hall on East Pollard street a regular convention of Chevaler lodge, No. 40 Knights of Pythas Alter the regular order of business, which in- eluded several short talks, the lordge was
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21

DouN or IIs UtHbefs hhd NIsIIIhE bIUINeIs.
 A play known as the "Spinsters' Con Nention' composed of home talent, has been booked to take place next Friday school.
 The southern truck which is grown at Fort Deposit for northern markets will begin to move in express lots within the next ten days, with favorable weather conditions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21

Mrs w. C. Weaver and Mrs. R. A. Lee entertained the Lowndes chapter, United Daughters of the Confederaey. at the last regular convention. This meeting was ex- eeedingly interesting on account of the near approach of Memorial Day exercises. At the conclusion of the programme salad course was served
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
Achievements at Jail

If I don't bring all the prisoners now in the county jail into court on the day their cases are set I shall be dead. said Cheriff c. T. Brooks, in referring to the attempted escape of Leo Gilbert. Will McGuffin, Willie Gray, lifetime prisoners, and other short term prisoners Tuesday evening and to make good his word, the sheriff has inaugurated rein forcements at the jail and will keep a guard on duty there until the new prison is built.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21

Miss Calie Holmes has been soliciting help for the orphans home at Summer field this week. Miss Holmes stated that a handsome sum has been donated.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21

closed and a smoker was enjoyed by body of it's members and visiting brothers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-03-21
Commissions Are Received

Dr. Thomas Lyde Smith of this city, who has been appointed dental surgeon, and Father Oswald P Stahl, who has been appointed chaplain of the Third regiment, Alabama National Guard, have received their commissions from the head quarters at Montgomery, Both men will have ranks as captain.