Savannah Tribune

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Imperial Manifesto Promul- gated Granting Civil Lib- erty, Freedom of a Speech and’ - " Press.. OG ont ee ee eee = The autocracy of the Romanotfs ang - the old order of things cease to exist In Russia. Emperor Nicholas has sur. rendered and Count Witte comes Into Power as ministerpresident with an Imperial mandate which will confer on the people fundamental civil liberties, “I am sure the American people who understand what freedom is, and the American press, which voices the wishes of the people, will rejoice with Yhe friendly Russian nation at this moment,,when the Russian people have recelyed from his imperial maj esty the promise and guarantees of Zreedom, and will join in the hope that the Russian people will wisely all in the realization of these liberties by co-operating with the government for thelr peaceful introduction. Only ‘thus will -t be possible to secure the full benefits of the freedom conferred upon, the people.” Count Witte, Russia's first premier, Monday night, sent the.above message to the American people. He had just .arrivea at his residenco on Kamment- ovrov prospect from Peterhotf, where in the Alexander palace the emper- er two hours before had given his final approval to a manifesto and to @ program which will forever end the rule of absolutism exercised by him and his Romanoff ancestors for three hundred years. . & Abdication Complete, , A simple sperusal of the manifesto ‘shows how complete is the emperor's abdication of his autocratic power. The very style of. the document 2s clear and devold of the verbose,vague and bombastic phraseology, whica heretofer has characterized his maj- esty’s manifestoes. It not only betrays real, authorship, but shows that the emperor at last has irrevocably bow- ea to the Inevitable. Hé does not con ceal the fact that the discontent and agitation ez his subjects have driven him to take this step and practically ylela overything—clvil liberty, the in- violability of person and liberty of conselence, speech and assembly. News Spread Like Wild Fire. ‘The news spread like wild fira throughout the city. The revolution. ists and active agitators generally de- elared loudly that the government's promises would no longer suffice and that the strike must be continued. In fact, an hour after the news became Known, the evolutionists took occa- sion to throw the first bomb In St. Petersburg used since the strike be- gan, The incident occurred near the polytechnic. school, but there was no fatality, Practically all classes, except the sovlalists and extreme radicals, however, read the document with de- light and amazement, declaring that it could not fail to rally the moder- ates to the support of Count Witte. By the irony of fate, while the strik- ers are clamoring for a constitution, it has been impossible to persuade the striking printers to resume work, and, therefore, not a single newspaper except The Offictal Messenger, print- ea the momentous document for dis- tribution. Arrangements have been made to placard the manifesto on everg dead wall In tho city. Full Text of the Manifesto. The following is the text of the im- perial manifesto: _ “We, ‘Nicholas, the Second, by the grace of God, emperor and autocrat of all the Russias, Grand Dvke of Fin- Jand, ete. declare to all our faithful subjects that the troubles and agita- tion in our capitals and in numerous] other places’ fills our heart with ex- cessiye pain and sorrow. * “The happiness of the Russian sov- ereign {s indissolubly bound up with dig il ET RCL Re IP RRR Sorrow of our people is ‘the sorrow of the sovereign, “From the-present disorders may arise great national disruption. They menace’ the integrity and unity of our omplre, * 5 “The supreme duty Imposed upon up dy our soverelgy office requires us 9 efface ourself and to use all the force and reagon at our command to hasten in securing the ‘unity and co ordination of the power of the cen tral government and ‘to assure the suc- cess of measures for pacification in all circles of :public life, which are es sential to the well being of our people, We, therefore, direct our goyvern- ment to carry out our Sufiextble will in the following manner: “First—To extend to the population the immutable foundation of berty, based on che real Invlolability of per son, freedom of consclence, speech, unton and association. ‘ “Second—Without suspending the ajready ordered elections to the state douma, to dite to participation In the douma, ‘vo far as the limited time tefore the convocation of the douma wilt permit, those classes of the pop- ulation now completely deprived of electoral rights, leaving the ultimate development of the peoplé of the electoral right in general to the newly established legislative order of things. “Third—To estabish as an unchange- able rule that no law shall be eu forcible without the approval of the state douma and that St shall be pos- sible for the elected of the people to exercise real participation in the st- pervision ‘of the legality of the acts of the authorities appointed by us. “We appeal to all faithful sons of Russia to remember their duty to- wards the fatherland, to ald in termi- nating these unprecedented troubles and to apply thelr forces in co-opera- Hon with us, to the restoration of calm and peace upon our natal soil. “Given at Peterhot, October 30, ia the eleventh year of our rolgn. “NICHOLAS.” A Berlin special says: The German cruiser Lueteck and ten torpedo boats of the third and fifth divisions put to sea Monday morning from Kiel for an unknown destination, giving rise to a rumor that they are bound for St Peterburg to bring the Russian em- press and her children to be‘ the guests of Prince and Princess Henry of Prussia; * THIRTEEN DIE IN WRECK. + Fast Callfornia Limited Files Track Causing Death and Disaster, At least thirteen persops were kill ‘ed and twenty-five others Injured on Monday morning in the ‘werck,of one of the fastest regular jrains on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe rall- road, Callfornta Limited No. 1, which left Chicago at 10 o'clock Sunday night for the gest. ‘The train was ditched one mile east} of Sheffield, Mo., six miles from thefbusiness cen- ter of Kansas City. The wreck occurred ta @ cut while tho train was running at the rate of 59 miles an hour, and was caused by a lo6se rail. : ‘The train consisted of one mail car, one baggage car, one coach, one chair car,‘four tourist sleeping cars, two standerd Pullmans and one dining car, The passenger list was composed largely of colonization tourists. Nearly all the sleeping cars remain- ed on the track, and the forward cars bora the brunt of the shock. None of the passengers in the sleeping cars weré hurt. The day coach in front of the chair car furnished the great- est number of killed and injured. The great natural wall of rough stone into which the cars were thrown, tore the sides of the day coaches, and passey gers were grounded against the wall and_elther killed or badly injured. H. G. Rust, engineer’of the wreck- ed train, and his fireman, William DeLong, escaped injury, The locomo- tive leaped from the railg and ran 300 feet on the ties, finally stopping up right. .The locomotive was going 80 rapidly that it passed the rall in safe- ty. Tho mall car immediately be pind jumped the track and struck the side of the bluff, and the four cars fol- lowing plowed through the wreckage and shot against the high stone wall. os ss © & oe Rr SLAVS WILD WITH JOY, , Whole Emplre of Russia In Frenaled Delight Over Czers Gift of Liberty. A St. Petersburg special says: “Al! Russia Tuesday celebrated enthuilas- tlolly the emperor's gift of freedom, which the greater part of the peo- ple received with the deepest joy, though in St. Petersburg and other tities socialists ahd revolutionists or- ganized anttgovernment “demonstra- tions and red flag parades which, with the pacific manifestation, led, to a number of confilets between tho reds ‘and whites as the ant!-government and royalist factions ate respectively termed. On the whole, the day passed more quietly in‘the empire than had been expected, though collisions between the people and troops are reported from Paltovs, Kazan and Kishineff. In each of the two capitals, St. Pe- tersburg and Moscow, the day was one such as the Russians have nover before seen. The Slavic populace, which during the long war just ended and the anxfous yeriod preceding the announcement of the new era of con- stitutionalism, seemeg self-restrained and apathetic, gave Itself up fully to the exuberance of the moment, and spent the entire day In parades and assemblies, which, for the first time in the history of Russia, were freely per- mitted. Under the orders ot Count, Witte and General Trepoff troops generally were withdrawn from the streets of the cities, and the fullest rein given the people to,let out their enthusiasm In demonstrations, which, so Iong as they were not destritctive, were not interferea with, arly Tuesday morning, after a con- ference in which all the generals com- manding troops in St. Petersburg par- Ucipated, General Trepoff issued the following announcement, which was placaraed throughout the city: “The day of October 31, unfortu- nately, did not pass off without vio- lent encounters between the: differ- ent factions of the population as well as with the police and troops. “Recognizing the responsibility re- posed in me, I give warning that, ail attempts to disturb order will be ‘sup- pressed with the most peremptory and categorical measures. “TREPOFF.” TAMPA MEN DENY CHARGE. Protest Against Statements Published in Tobacco Journat. A Washington special says: A com- mittee of prominent citizens of Tam- p3, Fia., consisting of Representative S. M. Sparkman, former Representa- tive Robert Davis, D. B. McKay, edl- tor of a ‘Tampa newspaper; F. C. Bower, former mayor, and H. C. Mac: Farlane, called on Secretary Shaw and presented him a serles of resolutions recently adopted by the Tampa board of trade, denying emphetically certain statements lately published in a tobac- co trade journal in New York, allegitig fraudulent classification of Cuban leaf tobacco at Tampa in favor of the Tam- pa importers and against the govern- ment and against importers at other points, It was alleged that discrimi- nation Mad béen shown at Tampa ‘in favor of importers located in West Tampa and that ‘manufacturers have been coerced into buying factory sites from a brother of the collector and that they were subsequently re- couped for thelr purchage money by fraudulent discriminations ‘in their favor in the classification of their to- baveo importations. : The board of trade in itg resolu- tions’ and the committee declared that all these allegations are untrue. The resolutions also deny that there has been any more Uberal classification of Cuban tobacco at Tampa than else- ‘whikes.. TOP CRQP TO BE SCANT. Chilling Temperatures Cut Cotton Yield to Still Lowe Figures, The New York Journal of Com- merce publishes the last of its specia! monthly cotton reports for this sea. son, It deals particularly with condl- tlon and the amount of cotton picked, *Since last month's report the weath- er has been generally favorable: for picking and as a rule cotton, was mer keted rapldly about 10 cents, but some holders are waiting for higher prices. Frost has done but Ilttle damage in the Carolinas and Georgia, but * in nearly.all other states killing tém- Peratures have more or leis cut down the yield. Top crop prospects seem especially poor and worms are complattied of in Loufsiana, Migsissip~ pl and Arkansas, . PLAN «DIRTY a Bond Grafiers Hatch Up New Move Against South: HOPE TO FORCE PAYMENT Scheme Is to Make Fake Gifts of Re- . pudlated Bonds to South American State and Depend on Result . of the Sult A New York special says: The committes of North Carolina bond holders ‘s planning a novel move by which It expects to compel North Car- lina, South Carolina, Georgia and oth- er southern states to redeem repudtat- ed bonds amounting’ to about $40,000,- 000 In the aggregate, Under the constitution of the United Btates a sult cannot be brought against one of the states by a citizen of exother state or a citizen or sub- Ject of any foreign state. Under the recent decision of the supreme court of the United States in the case of South Dakota against North Carolina, however, a government may recover against a state of the union upon its obligations. ‘The committee is now planning to transfer some of the bonds of the de- faulting states fot to another staté as South Dakota, but to a foreign state, the idea being that public sen- timent in the United States would In- duce the southern states to pay off the bonds if sult should bo brought by the foreign states. Venezuela and Colombia, it is an- nounced, have consented to accept a gift of some of the repudiated bonds and to bring actions upon them against the defaulting states. The gift of the bonds, however, ac- cordiag to B. W. Andrews, counsel of the committee, must be bona fide, the committee recently sent a letter to President Roosevelt suggesting that he urge the defaulting states to ar bitrate their debts. ROOSEVELT IN WASHINGTON, ‘President Arrives Safely at Home from Memorable Southern Tour. President Roosevelt went ashore ‘from the Dolphin at the Washington navy yard at 11:55 o'clock Tuesday and five minutés later he had left the yard for the white house in ¢ carriage with Mrs. Roosevelt and the trip was at an end which rounded out his tour of the entire country during his in- cumbency as president. ‘Two hours before the Dolphin redch- ed her moorings people began to gath- er at the navy yard wharf. For an hour an escort of marines, headed by the marine band, were In Une facing the: wharf. Mrs. Roosevelt arrived in her Jandau at 11:30 o'clock and had time for a drive around the yard, the points of interest of which were pointed ‘out by a naval officer. ‘When the Dolphin showed around Arsenal point and left the Potomac for the eastern branch the firing squad manning the saluting battery got ready for action. Ten minutes before the landing was made a salute of 21 guns was fired from the yard battery and immediately answered by the Dolphin, < During this time the president, Sec- retary Loeb and Surgeon General Rixey stood on the upper deck of the stern. The president wa8 much Inter- ested in the morning papers which had been put aboard from the police boat Vigilant, which acted as escort to the Dolphin on her way to the wharf. When he looked up he caught sight of Mra. Roosevelt and ex- changed salutes, The crowd took up the greeting and the president smil- ingly acknowledged many signals of welcome. Troops to Leave Pekin. A Berlin dispatch says: The Japan- ese foreign office October 28 accept. ef Emperor William's suggestion that the powers would withdraw thelr troops: from Pekin except the legation guarts. $ . TROOPS ‘SLAY DATTO. ALI. Troublesome Filipino Insurgent Is at Last Lald Low. A Manilla dispatch says: Mroops under Captain Frank McCoy of the third eavalry have surprised the Dat to All, herd of the Moro insurgents ofthe island of Mindanao, who has been on‘ the warpath for some time past, and killed him together with ‘this son and ton followers. Forty-thred ‘wounded Moros were taken prisoners. “Three enlisted men @ the twenty-sec- ond infantry were Killed and two wounded during the engagement; QUADRUPLEX TRAGEDY. Coker Slays Wife and Babes, the Foe of His Household and Then : Dellberately gulcides, R. E Gressitt was shot and killed us he came out of his home near Gloucester, Va., court house at sun-up Saturday morning by W. D, Coker, who had concealed himself under the steps of the residence for the pur pose. After firing the first shot and finding his victim not geite- dead, at- other shot was pumped into the body of the prostrate- men. After being shot the: first time, Gres- sitt pleaded with Coker not to fire again, and his wife, who had tushed -tom the house when the first shot 728 fired, also pleaded with the sup- posedly insane man to spare her hus- band's life. Coker, before firing the socénd time, went up to close to his vectim and poked the muzzle of tho un into his body. Gressltt died instantly after receiving the second ot After committing the deed Coker shouldered his gum and went to his own home. He telephoned what he ‘ad done to relatives, and requested them to send an officer to his home, Greenwood, to arrest him, and an officer accordingly hurried to the scene. ‘ As he approached the Coker home, jhe report of a gun rang out, and, on forcing an enrance into the house, he found the body of Coker, lying in a pool of blood o1 the floor, evidently having taken his own life. The officer also discovered in the house the Gead bodies of Mrs. Coker and her two small children, aged & and 9 years, both girls. Mrs. Coker and the chidren had been shot, Killed and lafd out, and money placed on their eyes, showing that they hed been deliberately murdered by the husband and father before the at- tempt to kill Gressitt was made. Coker left a note in which he im- plied that he had killed his wife and children to save them from disgrace, and gave the name of Greasitt and his brother Jack as the cause of his trouble, One of the most peculiar phases of the quadruplex tragedy is the busi- nessiike manner in which the man wen, about his deadly work. He says in.h{3 note that the throats of his wife and littie girls were cut with a knife at Qo'clock at night, while they slept in thelr beds, that the children were easy to Kill, but that his wife died hard. After Killing the woman and the children, he arranged the bodies carefully oa their beds, smoothed out thelr garments and then lafd down be- side them and slept until day, when he went to the Gressitt home. Coker’s wife was the daugbter of Lieutenant Robert Roy of Virginia, and was une of ihe most beautiful women in the commonwealth. she was @ first cousin of Mre, A. J, Mon- tague, the wife of the governor. Coker had been drinking heavily for two years, and it Is belleved that drink caused his mental derangement. END OF .COTTON LEAK CASE. Court Discharges Haas and Peckham. - No Crime Committed. At New York Saturdzy United States Commisstoner Ridgeway dis charged from custody;Frederick Peck. hem and Moses Heas, who were charged with having conspired with Edward R. Holmes, Jr. to defraud the government by securing advance information of the government's cot- ton reports. Commissioner Ridgeway held that neither of the men had committed a crime within the meaning of the stat- utes, It was in the defense of Peckham and Hazs that a lawyer quoted a por tion of President Roosevelt's letter of acceptance, fn which the president had declarea that there was no com- mon law of the United States that could give jurisdiction of an offense in a federal court. 3 ‘The indictment - against Holmes charged him with misconduct which, ‘the Offense declared, was not an et ‘tense known to the federal statutes, : ‘ DOLLAR,A DAY FOR LIFE, ‘St. Loula Car Company to Pay Dam- ages in Novel Manner, In court at St. Louls, Mrs, Sdrah J. Westervelt was awaried damages of $1 a day for the rest of her life, ‘estimated at 50 ‘years, in her suit against the St, Louis Translt and Uni- ted Rallways companies for Injuries recajved in a street car: collision. She is 64 years old. Judge Barclay, before whom the sult was tried, figured with insurance actuailes, and in bis ad- ;dress gave the jury the estinmte of ‘the plaihilfi’s life'term, which served as the basis of the verdict, PANICKY IN RUSS#R: Czar's Troops. Given Orders to Shoot to Kill, == WILD’ REIGN: OF - TERROR: Strikers Close Electric Plants and & , Petersburg Is In Darkness. _. Rebellion Spreade Rapidly. : ‘Through Empire. ang St Peterburg was in total cark’, nees Friday. night, the strikers hav- ing during the afternoon stopped the machinery of the electric Ight plant” "The lest link of the railroads bind- ing the capital with the outer world was- broken Inte at night when the Finland road suspended service be- tween St Petersburg and the Finnish border, Telegraphic communication 18 stilt open, but there 1s a possibility that the cable operators may be com .pelled to join a general strike of teleg- raphers, 7 - e *. General Trepoft, who is practical- ly dictator, has ordered the ‘troops to shoot to Kill should a demonétrar tfon be made. . The most alarming reports are’ cir. culating about affairs in the south of Russia. Private reports received in St. Petersburg are sald to confirm the stories of the mutiny on board the bat- tleship Catherine II, and the destruc tion by incendiaries ef the battleship Patelimon, formerly Knias Potemkine, In the interior of Russia the people have nelther mell nor newspapers and are the prey to the wildest sto- ries of what 1s occurring. In somo towns.a‘reign of terror is reported to exist.’ ' 7 ‘That the, present situation cannot end without bloodshed Is the convic- ‘ton Prevailing in the higher sovern- ment circles, which from moment to = ere expecting a conflict be tween the troops and the revolution- ists In St, Petersburg, and news of trouble in the provinces, especially at Kharkoff, which has been declared ip ‘a state of war. "The governor of Kieft has been {x structed to take all necessary meas ures to-restore order, which the local government ang the commander of the troops are unable to maintain. - One of the most prominent members of the emperor's council sald with every evidence of deep emotion: “The situation is a grievous and & painful one, and I See no way out of it, except by the employment of armed force. Please do not misunder- stand me. I look upon the prospect with tears, but it 1s becoming more and more evident that the troops will be compelled to fire. 1 can see no other possible outcome. The revolu- tionists and -terrorists aré absolutély bent on forcing a confilct upon us, and nothing we can do will satisty them. The extension of the suffrage and the right of assembly will be nothing to them. They are deter- mined to have bloodshed, and we can- not avold the issue. It is a frightfat disease from which Russia is suffer ing, and sad and painful as it Js the government must -act with force.” A Warzaw special says: The gov- ernor general has ordered the troops. to shoot every agitator caught armed. At Lodz the governor has ordered ‘the pfficers in the event .of disturb. -anceS to act without mercy. . SITUATION AT PENSACOLA, - Nine New Cases of Feyer and Two Deaths Friday’e Report. - * ‘The fever summary in Pensacola Friday was as follows: New cases 9, total cases -526, deaths %, total deaths 74, discharged 374, under trea ment 7 . Althongh the number of cases ré- Ported shows but little decrease, the: officials are nevertheless not discoure aged and belleve that a big reduéiion, will be noticeable in three “or four’ days, el we a WIDOW SUES LYNCHERS, 7 es aa Kentucky" Mob Called on to Pay: $86, 000 In Damages. . A sensational fuit, ‘the echo of the’ lynching of William’ Thacker at.Plem’, ingaburg, Ky,, in 1908, has, béga -Ated in the pe court of, Coriaegea Ry! by Mra. Mary Thacker, thegwisows She {s eulng George onion’ wei ls er citizens of Plemingsburg’ tor’ Shes 000 damages for*mobbing”: ner "HGed band, who had been indicted fot 0 Idlling of ‘the‘sdn of, Goréaiis = 9 The most sensational ‘chai dg 35M ono sade that an srtansemaniey ed betiveea the’ mod ange iin satire The Negro school teachers who teaches race pride by actual patronge of race enterprises is a God-sent blessing to her people.—Herald. There is more of which to be proud in the Negro who rents his home, and deposits his dollars in a Negro bank than in the great, big colored person living in his own home, and puts every dollar he has in the white man's bank—Herald. What is the use of the great Negro fraternal association? If they do noting more than introduce the Negro of the South, East and West to each other, they will have dope a service greater than the combined service of all the Negro leaders, real and imaginary, whom we have had since Appomattox.—Ex. The Negro seem to be like other races and like other human beings in all things save the one feature of actual, practical, daily race co-operation. Who will deliver him from the body of that death?—Louisiana Searchlight. "If Moses had as hard time lading the Isralites as we have trying to lead our people he had a hard time indeed." Such was an expression we overheard the other day. This is true. But we are much in need of real leaders.—Ex. Prof. N. B. Young, president of the State Normal School, at Tallahassee, is now in possession of the $10,000 donation from Mr. Andrew Carnegie, with which he will have library built. This building will be quite an addition to this school and to the city of Tallahassee, and Prof. Young is to be much congratulated for securing the gift from Mr. Carnegie.—Jacksonville Metropolis. Mai. Cumming's Opinion. Major Joseph B. Cumming of Augusta, Ga., ex-Conferderate officer and former member of the Ku-Kluk-Klan, writes to the Augusta Chronicle of Tom Dixon's indecent and horrible drama, "The Clansman," "I regard this reverend gentleman's work in The Clansman as not only nasty—like all his writings—but fendish and worse still cowardly. I say cowardly, because it tends, if indeed it does not seek to incite the more lawless part of our people to deeds of violence and cruelty to a defenseless class of our population who need and by their general conduct deserves protection and encouragement. May a blight follow the dirty money which the Reverend Dixon is putting in his pocket by his nasty play. It is gratifying to those of the younger experience who had no actual experience in the trying times upon which Dixon's play is based to have their opinion of it confirmed by an Confederate soldier and former member of the Ku-Kluk-Kian. It is also gratifying that so large a majority of the newspapers in the cities where the play has been given condemn it so unreservedly and sweepingly. It shows that there is a healthy and progressive sentiment in the south, which does not approve of any effort under whatever pretext to revive and rekindle feelings of racial and national hostility.—Spartanburg (S. C.) Journal. Statesboro Dots. The Mt. Pleasant Primitive Baptist Association that was held at Bethel Church last Sunday was a complete success. A large congregation was out and some fine sermon were preached by Elder George Respress and Elder Cato Moore, of Athens, Ga. The many friends of Mr. R. H. Hall, sympathize with him at the loss of his dear wife, Mrs. Amelia Hall. She has been sick all the year and died on the 13th of October. She left a host of relatives and friends to mourn her loss. Mr. Jas. R. Hall, has gone back to Claflin University, Orangeburg, S. O., where he expect to accomplish his trade. Mr. Johnnie Lee of Blitch, and Messrs. Jacob Powell and Arthur Livingston, of Statesboro, are at the Georgia State Industrial College. We hope them much success. Miss Martha Howell and Miss Elenora Lee, are attending school at Dorchester Academy at Thebes, Ga. We hope them much success. Mr. and Mrs. Hallie Hall of Fitzgerald, were visitors to their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Alex Hall, during the association, but has made their returned home. On Sunday at Mt. Olive Baptist Church there was a grand general meeting, near Clito, all who went had a grand time. Meshack Hodges Masonic Notes. Grand Master Butler is busy establishing substantial Lodges in various parts of the state. Not alone that but putting the jurisdiction on a basis never before had. Our white brothers held their grand Communication, in Macon this week. We rejoice with them in the completion and opening of their widows and orphans home, following our lead Grand Secretary, L. G. Griffin informs us of the successful convocation of Grand Chapter R. A. M., at Macon last week. It was pleasant and successful throughout. Some of the leading Masons of the state were present. Greetings were received from the Grand Chapters of Illinois, New York, Alabama, Florida. The following officers were elected: Glen O. Smith, G. H. P.; Geo. F. Thomas, D. G. H. P.; J. H. Babseck, G. K.; J. J. Jenkins, G. S.; T. C. Strickland, G. T.; L. G. Griffin, G. S.; C. M. Moon, G. C.: L. B. Byron, G. C. of H.; J. J. Johnson, N. P. S.; E. J. Tatum, G. R. A. C.; Daniel Harris, G. M. of T. V.; R. T. Matthews, G. M. of S. V.; P. L. Likely, G. M. of F. V.; J. W. Williams, G. L.; B. W. Brown, G. T. This is the second term of Grand John Ward Smith, and he has done some work during the year. The sympathy of our jurisdiction goes out to that of Maryland, in the demise of Ill. Hirim Watty 33d of Baltimore. He was one of the foremost Masons in the country. Bro. Clifford Mangram; of. Mt. Pleasant informed us of the illness Past Master. J. P. Tisdal of Mt. Olive Lodge and of Royal Matron, Mrs. Laura Smith. Both of them are earnest workers and hope is expressed for their early recovery. Unadilla Ga., Mr. Sol. G. Johnson, Savannah Ga., Dear Bro.: I will let you hear from Franklin Lodge No 210. We are getting along well. We have some twenty members enrolled. On last Sunday Franklin Lodge was called to lay the cornerstone at Pinehurst, Ga., for A. M. E. church, Rev. Lock, pastor. We had with us as Grand Master, Bro. W. M. Rand of Macon, assisted by Bro. Robinson. Bro. Rand did the work with great credit to himself and the Masons of this part of the state. He was able assisted by the Worshipful Master of Franklin Lodge and the Worshipful Master of Ionic Lodge, Bro. Daniel Harris and others. Yours J. J. Buckholts, Secretary of Franklin Lodge College Dots. The public worship of the College has been conducted by ministers from the city this year. Oct. 8th, 22nd and 29th, the services were conducted by Revs. Lowery of Bethel; Hadley, of St. James and McMillan, of Gaines Chapel, respectively. These reverend gentlemen delivered able sermons to the edification of teachers and students This plan will be continued for the year. The Collegians express profound sympathy to the President and Mrs. Wright in their grief for their devoted mother-in-law and mother, Mrs. Howard, who died recently at Jacksonville. Mrs. Howard was 83 years of age and was loved and admired by all who knew her. Last night Prof. L. B. Thompson instructor in brick masonry and plastering delivered a very interesting lecture to an appreciative audience on the subject of industrial education. It's economic and educative aspects. Next Friday night at 8 o'clock on Nov. 10th, Superintendant McLester, will deliver a lecture on "practical agriculture." Admission free. Come. Lecture Course The Men's Sunday Club has taken steps that should meet the hearty approval of all of our well thinking people. Not only their approval by words, but also by deeds. Beginning with Tuesday Oct.14, the Club will have a series of lectures during the season on popular subjects. The first lecture will be by Rev. H. H. Proctor, pastor of the First Congregational Church, Atlanta, subject, "The Duty of the Hour." The admission to the lecture will be reasonable. It will be at Beach Institute. Other subjects, speakers and dates will be published next week Stockholders Meeting. The annual meeting of the stockholders of the Wage Earners Loan and Investment Company will be held at the office of the company on Monday night next, at which time the annual report of the company will be rendered, and directors for the, ensuing term will be elected. Every stockholder is expected to be present in person or by proxy. The Company has made the hearts of many glad this week by giving checks for the large dividend of twelve per cent. Protective League. Last Tuesday night at Freeman's Hall, a large gathering of our business men and citizens was had which which terminated in the organization of the Colored Protective League. Those acted as officers were Mr. A. P. Williams, chairman, and Mr. D. J. Scott, secretary. Sentiments were expressed by several present, and each emphasized the fact that the time is ripe for all of our people, to patronize each other. The meeting will prove helpful in many ways, and the hope is expressed that it will be the era of good things in this city among our people. The next meeting will be on the call of the chairman. The Troth was Plighted One of the most brilliant functions in our society circle among our people that has transpired in recent years was the marriage of Miss Addie A. Lyons to Mr. Samuel A. King, at the home of the bride 628 W. Boston street on Wednesday evening of last week. On this occasion the beautiful and spacious home was most tastily decorated, art skill and science vied with nature in their efforts to bring about the most desired effects. At 8:30 o'clock the doors were rolled in this city and we offer VALUES from this Large and ELEGANT ASSORTMENT which cannot be duplicated elsewhere. Our LIBERAL TERMS of EASY WEEKLY or MONTHLY PAYMENTS places the possession of beautifully furnished homes within reach of all. COPYRIGHT back and the handsomely decorated parlors were thrown open to the admiring gaze of the large number of friends who had gathered to witness the solemn events. At the melodious and well toned strains of the piano presided over by Mrs. Fora Mitchell there came the bride a personification of supreme grace and beauty, lightly resting on the arms of her father Mr. L. L. Lyons, following these were the family of the bride, mother and sisters. The services were pathetically solemnized by Rev. S. T. Redd of Ezra Presbyterian church. The costume of the bride has been the subject of the most favrable comment. The bride is from one of the best families in city. The groom is one of our popular mail carriers, and is regarded as one of the leading young men. The presents were rich, varied, useful and from far reaching distances. They have the congratulations of their many friends and sincere hope for their futur happiness. Church Wedding? The marriage of Mr. John Whitfield and Miss Julia T. Frazier, took place on Wednesday evening, October 18th, at the First Bryan Baptist Church. The church was beautifully decorated with vines, palms, flowers, and ferns. The marriage ceremony was performed beneath an arch trimmed in moss, palms and lilies, on a bed of moss and roses. The best men were Mr. Chas. Allen and Edward Williams. The bride's maids were Miss Claudia Robinson and Mamie Williams, with Miss Ethel Cole and Master Johnnie Robinson as honor guards, who gracefully brought in the license on a silver tray while little Miss Alzada East brought the bride's roses and presented them to her at the altar. The little flower girls were Misses Hérline Campbell and Margurite Estee. The two ushers, Messrs Henry Huger and Joseph Washington. The bridal party met beneath the arch where the license was presented by Master Johnie Robinson to Rev. G. W. Giffn, D. D., who so beautifully performed the ceremony after which the maid of honor presented the ring which was placed by the groom. Miss Claudia Robinson first bride's maid wore a gown of pale blue organdie over blue silkoline lining trimmed with white 'lace and blue ribbons. Miss Mamie Williams, second bride's maid wore a gown of pink organdie over pink silkoline lining trimmed with white laced pink ribbons. Miss Ethel Cole, maid of honor wore a gown of white silkoline trimmed in white lace and ribbons, Miss Alzada East wore a gown of white organdie trimmed in white lace and pink silk ribbons. Little flower girls wore gowns of blue and pink organdie over, blue and pink, near silk linings trimmed in white satin ribbons. Master Johnnie Robinson wore a suit of white albatross trimmed with white silk braid and pearl buttons. The bride was adorned in a gown of point de spra over white china silk trimmed with liberty satin and white satin and ribbons, and a vail of white silk tulle and wreath of orange blossoms. All the gentlemen were arrayed in full dress suits. After the ceremony the bride and the groom gracefully marched down the center aisle and were followed by others of the party, while Mrs. Emma Dennis beautifully played Mendelshon's recessional. They went to the home of the bride where they were greeted by their many friends, followed by a grand reception and serenade by the Imperial Orchestra. The presents were numerous and handsome. Notice. All members of the Royal Benfrid Society of which the late Geo. Neuner was General organizer for Georgia will please call at the office at 616 Duffy street, west and perytheir dues to his successor, 10-7-m St. Philips Dots. St. Philips Dots. Sunday was Dollar Money Rally Day, At 11 a.m. Rev Sims' discourse was along spiritual and Moral lines were very good. At 3:30 p.m. the pastor and members of St. Philips Monumental assisted us in raising our Dollar Money. The pastor Rev, R. V. Branch preached at this hour. His members were liberal in their collection. On tomorrow, Sunday night Joshua Company Uniform Rank K. of P. will attend services at St Philips. St. Philips have Dollar Money rally every Sunday until the annual Conference meet, which is about Dec. 8. We want our members to please pay up and get certificate which is worth having. The following services will be held tomorrow: Prayer meeting at 5:30 a.m., Preaching and Baptism of children at 11 a.m. Communion at 3:30 p.m. Preach- at 8 p.m. Strangers are cordially invited. Saved by Dynamite. Sometimes, a flaming city is saved by dynamiting a space that the fire can't cross. Sometimes, a cough hangs on so long, you feel as if nothing but dynamite would cure it. Z. T. Gray, of Calhoun, Ga., writes: "My wife had a very aggravated cough, which kept her awake nights. Two physicians could not help her so she took Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption, Coughs and Colds, which eased her cough, gave her sleep, and finally cured her." Strictly scientific cure for bronchitis and La Gripe. At any drug store price 50c and $1.00; guaranteed. Trial bottle free. Nashville vla A. C. L. Annual Meeting Southern Educational Association, Nashville, Tenn., Nov. 22nd, 25, 1905. Account the above occasion the Atlantic Coast Line announces the low rate of $16.25 to Nashville, Tenn., and return. Dates of sale November 20th and 21st, limited to return Nov. 30, 1905. Information cheerfully furnished. Consult the purple folder or call on Ticket Agent. T. C. White, Division Passenger Agent, Savannah, Ga., Thos. E. Myers, Traveling Passenger Agent, I. C. Sapp, City Ticket Agent, Savannah, Ga. Notice. The Union Loan and Investment Company is now open for business, we have on hand too shares of stock for $5,000 per share. Money invested here is money secured and is subject upon investment herein, to a pro rata part of all interests, fees and fines accruing to the company. We have money to loan upon easy tearms on secured notes, real and personal property negotiable papers including Stock certificates. We are open for business and solicit the patronage of the public. While we regard business transactions as a public privilege, we also regard it in its personal relations, taking into consideration the whims of the individual. We are open at all hours, at 20 State St., West, (up stairs). Ask for Geo. W. Jacobs. Pres. and Gen'l Manager. Old Relics Bought Such as Mahogany Furniture Old Coins, old Blue China. Con federate bills, Shinplasters and Brasses. Old Guns and Pistols. Call on or address R. B. BROOKS, 441' Whitaker street, corner Gordon lane, Savannah Ga. WE WILL SAVE YOU MONEY. Shares $10 each. Full Paid Non-assessable. An Iron=clad Investment of the highest order, combining safety, profit, pleasure and prestige for the present and something to fall back on in after years. No preferred stock. All share and share alike. No watered stock. When stock was $5.00 we sold it for $5.00. When it was worth $6, $7, $8 and $9 we sold it at those figures. We predict that it will go to $25, in the very near future. Investment in the Bank is just as good. 7 per cent paid compounded quarterly. If you do not get this in other banks, you are not getting a fair share of the earning capacity of your money. All companies that do any business at all can pay 7 per cent. Any how we can and will Our minimum earning capacity is 21 per cent. We divide it as follows: 7 to the investor; 7 to run the company; 7 to the sinking fund, which enhances the value of the investment and strengthens the company. $50,000 TO LOAN on good city and suburban real estate. We build any thing. Terms the easiest and best. Call or address 222 W. Broughton St.; Savannah, Ga. Bell Phone 1144 F. M. COHEN, Teller. J. W. ARMSTRONG, Gen'l Mangr. PETITION FOR INCORPORATION. Georgia—Chatham County: To the Superior Court of said County: The petition of G. W. Griffin, Daniel Wright, Cato Young, Sof. C. Johnson, A. M. Monroe, H. B. Wright, Thomas Ferrabee, John D. Savage, Mack Murchison, Cato Priester, J H. Rogers, E W. Sherman and Phillip E Love respectfully shows; 1. That they and such other persons as may hereafter become associated with them desire to be incorporated for a term of fifty years, with the privilege of renewal at the expiration of that time, under the name of the Chatham Orphans Home. 2. That the object of their association is charitable and benevolent and not for individual pecuniary gain. 3. That the purpose of their association is to establish and maintain in said County and State a home for the care, training and education of colored children, and to surround the inmates of the home with such in fluences as will tend to make them useful members of society. 4. That they desire the right, power and authority to purchase, hold and convey such property, real or personal, as may be necessary or convenient for the purpose aforesaid, to receive property of any kind by gift or devise, to execute bonds, notes and other evidences of indebtedness and to secure the same by deed, mortgage or other lien, to make by-laws, rules and regulations for the government of their association and generally to have and exercise all the powers incident to private corporations created for the purpose aforesaid under the laws of this State. 5. That their association being charitable and benevolent as aforesaid has no capital stock. 6. That the office or place of business of said association will be Chatham County, Georgia. Wherefore petitioners pray that they be incorporated under the name aforesaid, for the term aforesaid, for the purposes aforesaid and with the rights, powers and privileges aforesaid. Petitioners' Attorneys. Petition for incorporation filed in office and recorded October 10th, 1905. JAMES K. P. CARL, Clerk B. C., O. O., Ga. 8 from Mercantile Company. (corporated) stock $500,000. $10 each. Non-assessable. Investment obtaining safety, profit, pleasure sent and something to fall No preferred stock. All No watered stock. When it for $5.00. When it was we sold it at those figures. to $25, in the very near The Bank It paid compounded quarter- in other banks, you are not the earning capacity of your that do any business at all can we can and will. Our mini- 1 per cent. We divide it as ; 7 to run the company; 7 th enhances the value of the ins the company. TO LOAN real estate. We build any t and best. Call or address annah, Ga. Bell Phone 1144 ARMSTRONG, Gen'l Mangr. Dr. E. D. Bulkley, Dr. E. D. Bulkley, DENTIST All Branches . . . Of Dentistry. 211 East Broad Street, (Cor. Oglethorpe Lane.) BELL PHONE 1124. Savannah, Ga. Metropolitan Mutual Benefit Association. INCORPORATED.) In addition to our sick and death benefit policies we are offering the public industrial insurance in straight life policies ranging from $100.00 to $510.00. Premiums within the reach of all. A fair value for your money in a reputable company is what all of us are looking for. This is what we are giving. See any of our agents or call at the company's office for rates and particulars. Energetic men and women can make anywhere from $5.00 to 25.00 a week working for this company. Office 222 W. Broughton St., Savannah, Ga. J. W. ARMSTRONG, Vice-President. Why is Monday November 13th, 1905. When you want underwear go to Scott Bros. The best of the season Twilight Reaper's Fair. The fair of Chas Sumner Lodge during the week was a success. Attend next week at Masonic Temple. Miss Mattie M. Harper of Elberton, Ga., spent this week very pleasantly in our city as the guest of her cousin, Mrs. C. C. Coleman, 610 Oak street. Prof. Thomas H. Bembry, one of the teachers of Hawkinsville, has opened a progressive school in Houston county. Mr. Bembry is favorably known in this city. The members of the Married Women club are earnestly requested to meet at the residence of Mrs Kirkland, 408 Bolton St., West, on Monday Nov. 6th, at 4 o'clock p. m. by orders of the President. Miss Lucy Chaplin one, of our subscribers and well-wishers, has returned to the city after spending two weeks at Grahamville, S. C. with her relatives. St. John's Church choir felt the loss of her voice while she was away. Know ye for, what the Reaper's entertainment are noted? Scott Bros. have ladies knit undershirts at 25 and 50 cents. Mr B. B. Welborn of Abbeville, was in the city this week. He is a whole sould and affable gentleman. We were glad to see him. Dr. W. H. Harris of Athens, spent spent several days in the city this week. The doctor is the able editor of the Progressive Era of Athens. Mrs. Nellie Armstrong arrived in the city on Friday of last week from New York where she has been for the past two seasons. She was accompanied by her grand daughter, little Mildred Nesbitt. Past memories tell you that you cannot miss it. Twilight Fair. Beth-Eden Baptist Church Cor. Gordon and Lincoln Sts. Preaching service at 11 a.m., by Rev. D. W. Bythewood, D. D. of Beaufort, S. C. The Lord's Supper will be observed at 4 p.m.; Preaching at 8:15 p.m. by Dr. Bythewood. The public is cordially invited to all of these services. Mr. A. S. Brown, one of the more prominent citizens of Athens, spent the week in the city, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Cohen. Mr. Brown holds a responsible position in the Athens postoffice and is well liked by all who know him. We call attention to the ad. of the Union Savings and Loan Co. which have opened its doors for business at No. 20 State Street W. The company has at its lead some of our best citizens and business men, and we bespeak for it success Meet me at the Reaper's Fair. The Savannah friends of Dr. H. B. Jefferson will be please to know that he passed a successful examination before the recent sitting of the State Board of Examiners at Atlanta. Twenty applicants took the examination, two of them being colored. Dr. Jefferson received the highest mark. Miss Jennie L. Jenkins of Shelden, S. O, and Mr. Wm. G. McClurkin of this city were happily wedded on Wednesday night of last week at the home of the bride by the Rev. P. N. Thomas, among a host of relatives and friends. The sisters of the bride, Mrs. Mary O'Banyon and Mrs. Etta Pinckney of this city, were present. The bridal party returned to the city on Thursday night. There will be enjoyment for all who attend. Reaper's Fair. Ladies, at Scott Bros., you can get outings at 100 value at 8:1-3c. One of the swellest affairs of the season was the social given on last Friday evening by Mrs. Roberson in honor of the Misses Maria E. Coleman and Elizabeth H. Roberson. Various games were indulged in until a late hour, music was rendered by the Imperial Glee Club assisted by the Forest City Glee Club. Re freshments were served at 11:80 to fifty guests or more. All reported having an enjoyable time, and wish that it could be repeated. Miss Elizabeth Roberson left for Garnett, S. C., where she will be engaged in teaching during the winter. All her friends wish her much success. A birthday party was given in honor of Mr. Arthur Carter at his beautiful apartments No. 408 West 35th St., New York City, Saturday evening last. The evening was spent in card playing, music, dancing and other enjoyable features. Supper was served at 11 o'clock. Menu as follows: Roast turkey, cranberry sance, Welch rarebits, champagne, Ice cream, cake, coffee, cordial. Among those present were Mr. Chas J. Russell, Americus, Ga; Mrs. M. L. Johnson, Mississippi; Mr. James Wilson, Mich.; Miss Hattie Clark, Americus; Miss Evans, Washington; Miss Burke, Washington; Miss Bobbie Reeves, Americus; Mr. Bush of Savannah; Mr. and Mrs. Beaubion, Miss Beaubian, Mr. Dixon of Jersey and 'Mr. Sidney Everette, Americus. You know what an entertainment is ; signed Twilight Reaper's. A beautiful run of fasinators and knit shawls at Scott Bros. Monday evening last a birthday party was, given at the residence of Miss O. E. King, 518 East Anderson St. The evening was pleasantly spent in various games. The feature of the evening was music by the Matthias Musical Club. Miss King received some very handsome and costly presents. Those present were: Misses E. Willis, Mamie Williams, May Winters, J. Campbell, L. Campbell, Helen Collins, Gertrude Huges, O. Robinson, E Rabb, M. Snell, E. Williams, D. Williams. Lizzie Squire, Mrs. Bowman and Mrs. Ada Welch. Messrs: Rayes Ranniar, S. Brown, J. Haywood, — Welch, Ohas. Allen, M. McNeal, W. Dezon, G. Herguson, W. Smith, H. McCullough, J. Albert, Jack Bowman, J. Brown, Frank Kennedy and S. Rakes. One of the pioneers of African Methodism died this week, Rev J. E. Hill. His death occurred on Monday night last. He was 92 years of age and was the brother of the late J. H. Johnson of the firm of Jackson and Johnson, the only colored cotton factors at that time. The funeral took place on Tuesday afternoon from Bethel church and the service was conducted by Revs. A. Lowery, J. A. Hadley and S. W. McMillan. Rev. Hill left three nieces Mrs. L. A. Baker, of New York; Mre. S. D.Walthour, and Mrs Nellie Pinckney of this city. Mrs. J. R. Davis returned home on Sunday last after spending awhile very pleasantly in Brunswick. She was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Floyd who did everything possible to make her stay a very enjoyable one. In this they were joined by a number of other Brunswickans. Mrs. Davis was entertained by some of the teachers of St. Anthanasus school, Mrs. Mamie DeLoach and Miss Minnie Howe on Wednesday evening. The following evening she was entertained at the home of Mrs. Hankins. In company with Mr. C. A. Shaw she visited the Atlantic High School. Mrs. Davis was well entertained by friends at Waycross also, and fully appreciate all that they have done to make her stay among them so pleasant. Congregational C. E. Dots Despite the inclemency of the weather last Sunday evening, quite a few people assembled for the meeting. The subject, viz "Foreign Mission work of our Denomination," was thoroughly discussed, and was particularly interesting. The leader, Miss Fischer of Beach Institute gave a talk which embodied many wholesome and practical suggestions. To-morrow evening there will be held, a consecration meeting, subject, "Am I keeping my Christian Endeavor Covenant?" Mal. 2:5, 6; Psa 51:6. You are welcomed to attend any or all of these meetings. Sunday Club. The features of last Sunday's meeting were the singing of many beautiful hymns which are contained in the club's new hymn books; and the splendid and cultured address of Prof M. N. Work, of the G. S. I. College. Despite the threatening weather many knowing of the treat which was in store for them braced the wheather and attended. Prof. Work showed that he had devoted considerable time and energy in preparing this very valuable paper. He compared and contrasted the Negroes and whites in their physical and mental make up, from intellectual, mental and physical view points. He was wholly hopeful of the Negro holding his own, and thoroughly optimistic all along the line. It was a treat to hear him. To-morrow, radicalism doubtless will be galore, because anyone who has heard Mr. E. W. Houston, knows that he is radical almost to the extreme. So you may expect to hear an earnest fiery and radical talk, when he appears on the program tomorrow afternoon at 4:30 p.m. to present "Timely Topics." Rumor has it that Messrs E. W. Sherman and E. W. Houston will soon have to meet in open debate as many people have interested themselves with this hope. The following is the program for to-morrow, afternoon: Singing, Invocation, Solo, Mr. J. W. Moore, Reading of the minutes. Solo, Mr J. P. Taylor, Paper, Timely Topics, M. E. W. Houstoun. Instrumental Duet, Miss Mamie Edwards and Mr. Ward. Second Baptist Church. Last Sunday was a gloomy day, and a strong breeze prevailed throughout the day, but did not prevent a fair attendance from listening to two strong, logical and cultured sermons by Rev. D. W. Cannon of Darien, Ga. To-morrow, Sunday Nov. the 5th Rev. Robt. H. Thomas one of the sons of the church, will preach at eleven o'clock a.m. The choir as usual will render some of its choice selections. Friends are cordially invited. Sunday School at 3 30 o'clock p.m. Cleared for Action. Cleared for Action. When the body is cleared for action, by Dr. King's New Life Pills, you can tell it by the bloom of health on the cheeks; the brightness of the eyes; the firmness of the flesh and muscles; the buoyancy of the mind. Try them. At any drug store, 25 cents. In loving memory of our dear father, ROBT. E. LEE, who departed this life Nov. 3rd 1904. November 3rd 1904, two years ago, God in His infinite wisdom saw fit to dispatch the death angel to summon our dear father to his heavenly home and though grieved beyond expression at the loss of a devoted father, we reverently how to the supreme will and murmur, Thy will be done. Renew our will from day to day; Blend it with Thine and take away Whatever now makes it hard to say, Thy will be done. Then when on earth we breathe no more, The prayers oft mixed with tears before, We'll sing upon a happier shore: Terrific Race With Death: "Death was fast approaching," writes Ralph F. Fernandez, of Tampa, Fla., describing his fearful race with death, "as a result of liver trouble and heart disease, which had robbed me of sleep and of interest in life. I had tried many different doctors and several medicines, but got no benefit, until I began to use Electric Bitters. So wonderful was their effect, that in three days I felt like a new man, and to-day I am cured of all my troubles." Guaranteed at any drug store; price 50c. AMUSEMENT COLUMN. Coming Events in The Social World. Elegant music, delighted floor ; latest dances at the Reaper's Fair. Progressive Lodge K. of P., will celebrate its third anniversary, on Monday night Nov. 27, at Duffy street hall. Admission 50c. double 75c. A Grand ten nights fair will be given at Mt. Tabor Baptist church November 6 to 17th. Tickets 5c. A Japanese fete will be given by the First Bryan Baptist Church, at Harris Street Hall, November 20th to 29th. Tickets 10 cents. Savannah Lodge No. 2892, G. U. O. of O. F., will give a Thanksgiving Ball, at Harris Street Hall, Thursday night, Nov. 30th. Tickets 35 and 30 cents. A grand entertainment will be given by Rosella Concert Company at Evergreen Baptist Church, on Wheaton Street, Monday night, Nov. 20th. Tickets 15 and 25 cents. The 20 Sisters will give a grand entertainment at Freeman's Hall, Huntingdon Street, Monday night Nov. 20th. Tickets 15 and 25 cents. A grand ten night fair will be given at the Masonic Temple by F. A. B. Church, West Broad St., Nov. 27, to Dec. 8. Ticket 10c. Will you be there, the Respects? A Creeping Death. Blood poison creeps up towards the heart, causing death. J. E. Stearns, Belle Plaine, Minn., writes that a friend dreadfully injured his hand, which swelled up like blood poisoning. Bucklen's Arnica Salve drew out the poison, healed the wound, and saved his life. Best in the world for burns and sores. 25c at any drug store. Special Notice. The large and well lighted subway hall, Gwinnett St. is open for engagement. See L. S. REED, Union Savings' and Loan Co. 20 State St., W. The UNION SAVINGS and LOAN Co., (Incorporated.) Capital $10,000.00 Will conduct a general LOAN DEPARTMENT, and a SAVINGS BANK. Will pay 7% INTEREST ON DEPOSITS and make loans on real and personal security. Stock for Sale $1.00 per Share. Open an account and save a part of what you make. OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS. L. S. Reed, President. J. T. Burton, Vice President. F. M. Bell, Treasurer. E. D. Bulkley, Secretary. H. M. Reed. J. H. Rogers, W. T. Newsom. 20 State street, west. B. H. Levy, Bro. & Co. SCHOOL SUITS. SCHOOL SUITS for your Boys will soon be occupying your time and attention. We have provided this year more generously than ever and our stock presents the largest and best assortment of School Suits in the South. We have been careful to order them of all wool materials well made and strong enough to withstand the ROUGH and TEAR of the average American Shool Boy. We have also kept a strict eye to the economic side of the question, which will enable them to be fitted out at MODERATE PRICES. THE LITTLE FELLOWS' DELIGHT Is to wear clothes bearing LEVY'S label because their elders do Boy's School Suits. Age 6 to 16 Years in Blue, Black and Fancy Mixtures. Well Made, With Reinforced Trousers, Let us be your Tailor. Suits $10.00 to $32.00 Pants $3.00 to $10.00 Shoes, Hats and Caps direct from New York, for Men, Women and Children. Underwear, Collars, Overalls, Notions, Sock Ties, Suspenders. Do you trade at Scott's-If not, why not? Mail orders promptly filled. ```markdown ``` Central Baptist Church. Mr. Editor: Will you allow me space in your paper. We, the members of Central Baptist Church are thankful to say after a long struggle the Lord has blessed us. We have called for our pastor Rev. J. H. Hall of Atlanta, Ga., who will preach for us on the third and fourth Sundays in each month. Everybody is invited to come and hear him. Our church is on the corner of Hull and Randolph streets. We are also glad to say we had a nice time last Monday night at the Old Folk's concert. Our Sunday school is in a prosperous condition under Supt. Willie Kyles and Mr. Andrew Alston, Secretary, all are members of the Central Baptist Church. There will be a rally on the fourth Sunday in November and each member is expected to pay one dollar. Come one and all and help us to raise fifty dollars which must be paid in short. Member. HOW TO KEEP WELL Eat the best meats. You can find this by visiting the OLD-RELIABLE F. F. JONES & SON. Both 'Phone 689. $2.00 to $7.50. 462 West Broad. T. W. WALKER, President, WM. DRISKELL, Sec'y & Gen. Mgr., Birmingham, Ala. Atlanta, Ga. 912 West Broad Street, SAVANNAH, GA. UNION MUTUAL ASSOCIATION, Main Office For Georgia, 212 Auburn Avenue, Atlanta, Ga. Thlargest Negro Industrial Company of its kind in the world. Owned and operated exclusively by Negroes. Employs more Negroes than any other institution in existence. Branch Offices throughout the State. Business. Written near $1,000,000. Pays $1 oo to $10 oo per week for Sick and Accident, and from $10 oo to $100 oo in case of Death. Our Motto—Prompt payment of all just Claims. For further information call or write. W. O. CASTLEBERRY, District Manager, THE MASONIC INDUSTRIAL SCHOOL AND WIDOWS AND ORPHANS HOME FALL TERM SEPT. 27, 1905. All the English branches are taught as well as a higher normal course. The girls are taught sewing and general house work. The boys are taught practical farming and wood working. All orphans of Masons are taught and cared for free of charges. Half orphans for four dollars per month for board and tuition. All others, six dollars per month board and tuition. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ADDRESS. J. C. STYLES, A. B. Americus, Ga. L. S. REED, Pres. JULIAN SMITH, V. Pres. & Treas. ALBERTHA MORDECAI, Fin. Sec'y. HATTIE E. CAMPBELL, Cor. Sec'y. Union Benefit Association. We are pleased to state to the public that THE UNUION BENEKIN ASSOCIATION, having complied with all the laws of the insurance Laws of this State, will protect you in case of sickness, accident or death. It is giving profitable employment to more young men and whomen than any other Negro concern in the city. Room for more good agents. For further information apply at 20 STATE STREET West. and brought up from a depth of 320 feet in one of the Belgian coal mines, it is said to have grown weeds un- known to botanists. MOZLEY'S LEMON ELIXIR —A SURE CURE FOR CONSTIPATION, SILIOUSNESS and all disorders of the Stomach and Newells, 50c. a bottle at drug stores. W. L. DOUGLAS $3.50 & $3.00 SHOES FOR MEN W. L. Douglas $4.00 Clit Edge Line cannot be equalled at any price. W.L. DOUGLAS SHOES ON PRICES GEST IN THE WORLD THE WORLD'S SELECTED SHOESMEN SOLLE AGENTS FOR W.L. DOUGLAS SHOES ESTABLISHED JULY 6, 1878. W.L. DOUBLAS MAKES AND SELLS MORE MEN'S $3.50 SHOES THAN ANY OTHER MARUFAOTURER. $10,000 REWARD to anyone who can disprove this statement. W. L. Douglas $3.50 shoes have by their excellent style, easy fitting, and superior wearing qualities, achieved the largest sale of any $3.50 shoe in the world. They are just as good as those that cost you $5.00 to $7.00—the only difference is the price. If I could take you into my factory at Brockton, Mass., the largest in the world under one roof making men's first shoes, and show you the care with which every pair of Douglas shoes is made, you would realize why W. L. Douglas $3.50 shoes are the best shoes produced in the world. If I could show you the difference between the shoes made in my factory and those of other makes, you would understand why Douglas $3.50 shoes cost more to make, why they hold their shape, fit better, wear longer, and are of greater intrinsic value than any other $3.50 shoe, on the market to-day. W. L. Douglas Strong Made Shoes for Mcm, $2.50, $2.00, Bayz School & shoes, $2.80, $2, $1.75, $1.50 CAUTION: Do not wash with soap. Shoes take. Do not substitute. None genuine without his name and price stamped on bottom. WANTED. A shoe dealer in every town where W. L. Douglas Shoes are not sold. Full line of samples sent free for inspection upon request. First Color Eyelashes used; they will not wear brass. First White Illumination. Catalog of Fall Styles. First Black Illumination. Catalog of Fall Styles. SLOAN'S LINIMENT FOR MAN AND BEAST. KILLS PAIN AND DESTROYS ALL GERM LIFE. CURES RHEUMATISM WONDERFULLY PENETRATING. A COMPLETE MEDICINE CHEST. Price, 25c., 50c., and $1.00. Dr. EARL S. SLOAN, 815 Albany St., Boston, Mass. Around the World "I have used your Fish Brand Slickers for years in the Hawaiian islands and found them the only article that suited. I am now in this-country (Africa) and think a great deal of your courts. (MAKE ON APPLICATION) The world-wide reputation of Tower's Waterproof Oilled Clothing assures the buyer of the quality of the garments all garments bearing this Sign of the Fish. A. J. TOWER CO. Boston, U.S.A. TOWER CANADIAN CO., LIMITED Toronto, Canada PAXTINE TOILET ANTISEPTIC FOR WOMEN troubled with fills peculiar to their sex, used as a doucho is marvelously successful. Thoroughly cleanses, kills disgerms, stops discharges, heals inflammation and local soreness, cares licebruce and nasal catarrh. Parking is in powder form to be dissolved in, pure water in a fragrant cleaning, baking, germicidal and economical than liquid antiseptics for all TOILET AND WOMEN'S SPECIAL USES for sale at druggists, 50 cents a box. Trial Box and Book of Instructions Prec. THE R. PAYTON COMPANY BOSTON, MASS. MALSBY & CO. 41 South Forsyth St., Atlanta, Ga. Portable and Stationary Engines, Boilers, Saw Mills AND ALL KINDS OF MACHINERY Compete and Carried in stock for IMMEDIATE DELIVERY: Great Machinery, Low Price and Best Terms Write to the catalogue, press the letter Body a Mass of Sores—Called in Three Doctors But Grew Wores—Cured by Cuticura For 75c. "My little daughter was a mass of sores all over her body. Her face was being eaten away, and her ears looked as if they would drop off. I had three doctors, but she grew worse. Neighbors advised Cuticura, and before I had used half of the cake of soap and box of ointment the sores had all healed, and my little one's skin was as clear as a new born baby's. I would not be without Cuticura if it cost five dollars, instead of 75 cents, which is all it cost us to cure our baby. Mrs. G. J. Steeves, 701 Coburn St., Akron, Ohio." The cactus is coming into fashion in England and Germany. Taylor's Charcoole Remedy of Sweet. Gum and Mullen is Nature's great remedy—Cures Coughs, Colds, Group and Consumption, and all throat and lung troubles. At drug-gists, 25c. 50c. and $1.00 per bottle. The word "banquet" formerly meant dessert. A DESPAIRING WOMAN. Weak, Nervous and Wretched From Wasting Kidney Troubles. Mrs. Henry A. Beamer, Main and Garst Sts., South Bend, Ind., says: "When I began using Doan's Kidney Pills I was so weak I could hardly drag myself across the room. I was wretched and nervous, and had backache, bearing-down pain, headache, dizziness and weak eyes. Dropys set "When I began using Doan's Kidney Pills I was so weak I could hardly drag myself across the room. I was wretched and nervous, and had backache, bearing-down pain, headache, dizziness and weak eyes. Dropsy set in and bloating of the chest choked me and threatened the heart. I had little hope, but to my untold surprise Doan's Kidney Pills brought me relief and saved my life. I shall never forget it." Sold by all dealers. 50 cents a box. Foster-Milburn Co., Buffalo, N. Y. REBATE EVIL IS "SCOTCHED." Fining of Beef Packers Has Modify ing Effect on Agitation for Rate Regulation. Washington, October 24—The conviction and fining of four members of the firm of Schwarzschild & Sulzberger last week, for accepting rebates, forms the chief topic of discussion here among the returning politicians. Praise for the president and the department of justice is coming in from all over the country. It appears to be the general opinion that the rebate evil is effectively scotched. A successful precedent has been established in rebate cases, and hereafter, it is alleged, the government's path will be comparatively easy in obtaining similar convictions if future cases of this kind arise. The general belief as to the result of the fining of the packers is optimistic. The current opinion holds that it will have an immediate and lasting effect in curbing those large shippers who demand discriminations in their favor from the railroads. If the government is on the alert to enforce the law and the large shippers will be fined $25,000 whenever they are discovered accepting rebates, the rebate will soon become as defunct as the great auk. And rapacious shippers will be further impressed by the fact that there is every reason to believe that the government will not be satisfied by the payment of a fine for a second offense. The belief grows that the decision of the United States district court in Chicago will have a great effect in modifying the demands of those who are agitating for rate regulation. Conservative opinion in Washington regards the conviction of the packers as an effective demonstration of the contention that existing legislation is competent to deal with unjust rate discriminations and as supporting the view that there is plenty of law on the statute books, if the government will only see it in enforcement. Those who opposed additional railroad legislation before the senate committee on interstate commerce at its special session last spring are pointing to the fact that they reiterated over and over again that existing laws, actively enforced, are adequate and are saying "I told you so." FUNNY. People Will Drink Coffee When It "Does Such Things." "I began to use Postum because the old kind of coffee had so poisoned my whole system that I was on the point of breaking down, and the doctor warned me that I must quit it. "My chief aliment was nervousness and heart trouble. "Any unexpected noise would cause me the most painful palpitation, make me faint and weak. "I had heard of Postum and began to drink it when I left off the old coffee. It began to help me just as soon as the old effects of the other kind of coffee passed away. It did not stimulate me for a while, and then leave me weak and nervous as coffee used to do. Instead of that it built up my strength and supplied a constant vigor to my system which. I can always rely on. It enables me to do the biggest kind of a day's work without getting tired. All the heart trouble, etc., has passed away. "I give it freely to all my children, from the youngest to the oldest, and it keeps them all healthy and hearty." Name given by Postum Co., Battle Creek, Mich. Tomfoolery UNOSTENTATIOUS. Our magnates show their riches may When in a foreign clime, But none of them make much display Around taxpaying time. AN INSINUATION. Waggs—"So? How far did he chase you before he dropped?" — Chicago News. A HAPPY RELEASE. Kind Friend — "Pardon me, but ought to tell you that Jones has run away with your wife." Husband (bored)—"But why run?"—London Punch. THE ONE WEAK POINT. McFlub—"I suppose you find your new automobile superior in every way to your old horse?" Sleeth—"Not in every way. It balks just as often." A HASTY EXPLANATION. "I wonder why all those swimmers who try to swim the English Channel always start from the English side?" A GCOD MATCH. Bell-"I never understood how that ugly Miss Iassay got a man to marry her." Nell-"I didn't, either-till I saw the can."-Detroit Free Press. THE OTHER EXEREME. Blinker-"Poverty is not a disgrace." Clinker "No, it's an honor these days. Look at the rich men falling over themselves in their efforts to apologize for their tainted money." CHEEP! CHEEP! "I declare," remarked the duck, "If that little chick isn't trying to talk already, but it doesn't amount to much." "No," replied the young rooster, scornfully, "all his talk is 'cheep.'"—Philadelphia Press. HE DIDN'T REQUIRE ANY. Mrs. Mutherly — "That young Yalevard is far too attentive to you, my dear. Don't you give him any encouragement." Miss Mutherly — "Mamma, he doesn't need any."—Albany Journal. AN IMMUNE "Mr. Cadsby never pays the slightest attention to flattery." "No," answered Miss Cayenne. "It would be impossible to devise any form of flattery that would correspond to his good opinion of himself."—Washington Star. AT HIS HEELS. "How is that son of old Milligan's turning out?" "Oh, he's following right in his father's footsteps." "Making lots of money, eh?" "No, begging for it." — Cleveland Plain Dealer. THE 'CYNICAL CODGER "Ever notice," asked the Cynical Codger, "how some lazy men will neglect their work just to brag about this country's industries and prosperity? Reminds me of a barnyard—the hens laying all the eggs and the rooster doing nothing but crowing about it." SUCCESS IS DIFFERENT. Polk-"When a fellow starts to do anything he can always succeed if he only sticks to it." Jolk-"N'talways. How about when you start to remove a sheet of sticky paper that you've sat down on?"—Philadelphia Ledger. "Yes, I think I have him at my mercy. He has a few thousand dollars and I have millions." "Well, why don't you go ahead and smash him?" "Tell you. Every time I start to do it I begin thinking of what happened to Russia." SO NATURAL "I dreamed last night, George," said Mrs. Swellman, "that I was with a box party at the opern and—" "Yes," interrupted her husband, "I might have known that." "What! How do you mean?" "You were talking very loud in your sleep."—Philadelphia Press. WITH A PROVISO. Customer (handing over the money) —"I want to be sure about it. Can you guarantee that this stuff will kill off the cockroach?" Druggist (wrapping up the bottle) —"I guarantee it absolutely, ma'am—if you can get them to take it according to directions."—Chicago Tribune. ANOTHER .DISAPPOINTED .GIRL ANTHETIC DISPOINTED GIRL "You want to marry my daughter, you say. But I don't recall that she has ever mentioned you?" "You surprise me! Isn't your name Timmons?" "No." "Excuse me. I must have got into the wrong flat" — Cleveland Plain Beaver KITSpermanentlyyured. Noffs or nervousness itter first day's use of Dr. Kline's Great Nerve Bosteror, $374bottlebottle trostisfree Dr. R. H. KLINX, $161Arch St., Philadelphia, A man will die for want of air in five minutes. Mrs. Wins ow's Soothing Syrup for Childrone toothing, often thegums, pedicure, fama- tion, alls's pain, cursus wind coldf., a bottle The old local costumes are still worn in many parts of Russia. do not believe Pisa's cure for Consumption hassanus for our coughs and colds - Jonas F. Horze, Trianty Springs, Ind., Feb. 15, 1993. Bean cake is the chief commercial fertilizer in China. The Monumental Bronze Company, 354 Howard Avenue, Bridge, Conn., want a good, live agent in this vicinity to take orders for their celebrated White Bronze monuments, headstones, grave covers, etc. It is a good, legitimate business and they offer liberal inducements. Someone should write them and embrace this opportunity. Bishop Potter favors twenty-minute sermons. Cures Bad Breath-Positive and Instant Cure Free-No Drugs-Curbs by Absorption. A sweet breath is priceless. Mull's Anti-Blech Wafers will cure bad breath and bad taste instantly. Belching and bad taste indicate offensive breath, which is due to stomach trouble. Mull's Anti-Blech Wafers purify the stomach and bad taste by absorbing fougues that arise from nudged food, and by supplying the digestive organs with natural solvents for food. They relieve sea or car sickness and nausea of any kind. They relieve headache, correct the ill effect of excessive eating or drinking. They will destroy a tobacco, whisky or onion breath instantly. They stop fermentation in the stomach, acute indigestion, cramps, colic, gas in the stomach and intestines, distended stomach, bloated stomach, diarrhea, spells or any other affliction arising from a diseased stomach. We know Mull's Anti-Beil Wafers will do this, and we want you to know it. SPECIAL OFFER.—The regular price of Mull's Anti-Belch Wafers is 50c. a box, but to introduce it to thousands of sufferers we will send two (2) boxes upon receipt of 75c. and this advertisement, or we will send you a sample free for this coupon. 1145 A FREE BOX. 126 Send this coupon with your name and address, "Mull's" name, for a free box, of Mull's Anti-Belch Wafers, a cure for stomach trouble, to MULL'S GRAPE TONIC CO., 528 Third Ave., Rock Island, Ill. Give Full Address and Write Plainly. Sold at all druggists, 50c. per box. Our Puzzling Language. A Frenchman was boasting that he had thoroughly mastered the English language, when he was asked to write from dictation the following specimen of our choice eccentric vernacular: "As Hugh Hughes was hewing a Yule log from a yew tree, a man dressed in garments of a dark hue came up to Hugh and said, 'Have you seen my ewes?' To which he replied, 'If you will wait until I hew this yew, I will go with you to look for your ewes.'" After an attempt, the Frenchman admitted his mistake. He used to imagine he was used to English speaking, but he would be more careful how he used the language in future.—Chicago Journal. Vanilla Culture. It is estimated that a five-acre vanilla plantation in Mexico will yield sufficient income to render its owner independent for life. Vanilla cultivation is said to be especially adapted to women or persons who cannot endure exposure or hardships. It requires, however personal and constant attention, and the vines must be subjected to the rough treatment of hired help. $100 Reward. $100. The readers of this paper will be pleased to learn that there is at least one dreaded disease that has science has been able to cure in all itatages, and that is Catarrh. Hall's Catarrh Cures the only positive cure now known to the medical fraternity. Catarrh being a local illness requires a constitutional treatment. Hall's Catarrh Cures taken internally, acting directly upon the blood and mucussurfaces of the system, thereby destroying the foundation of the disease, and giving the patient strength by building up the constitution and assisting nature in doing its work. It is not a medical illness, but a medical powers that they offer One hundred Dollars for any case that it fails to cure. Send for list of testimonials. Address F. J. Cheney & Co., Toledo, O. Sold by Drugsists, 75c. Take Hall's Family Pills for constipation. In Tokio there is a foreign language school where almost all languages are taught and, rarely to say, Russian is the favorite. Cures Rheumatism and Catarrh—Medicine Sent Free. These two diseases are the result of an awful poisoned condition of the blood. If you have aching joints and back, shoulder blades, bone pains, crippled hands, legs or feet, swollen muscles, shifting, sharp, biting pains, and that tired, discouraged feeling of rheumatism, or the hawking, stomach, headache, noises in the head, mucous throat discharges, decaying teeth, bad breath, belching gas of catarrh, take Botanic Blood Balm (B. B. B.) It kills the poison in the blood which causes these awful symptoms, giving a pure, healthy blood supply to the joints and mucous membranes. It decays teeth worst rheumatism or fondest catarrh. Cures where all else fails. Blood Balm (B. B. B.) is composed of pure Botanole ingredients, good for weak kidneys. Improves the digestion, cures dyspepsia. A perfect tonic for old folks by giving them a bottle with pure blood. It is good for thirty days. Druggists $3 per large bottle, with complete directions for home use. Sample free and prepaid by writing Blood Balm Co., Atlanta, Ga. Describe trouble and special free medical advice sent in sealed letter. Peen and Bolivia have the richest silver mints in the world. PUTNAM Color more goods brighten and faster, colors than a gas drive any garment with dry, ripping apart. Write OPERATIONS AVOIDED Two Grateful Letters from Women Who Avoided Serious Operations.—Many Women Suffering from Like Conditions Will Be Interested. Margrite Ryan Margret Merkley Ask Mrs. Pinkham's Advice—A Woman Best Understands a Woman's Ills. GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR And pay only for what you get. It is your dealer's duty to give you the best thing he can get in footwear. 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It is quite true that these troubles may reach a stage where an operation is the only resource, but such cases are much rarer than is generally supposed, because a great many women have been cured by Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound after the doctors had said an operation must be performed. In fact, up to the point where the knife must be used to secure instant relief, this medicine is certain to help. The strongest and most grateful statements possible to make come from women who, by taking Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound, have escaped serious operations. Margrite Ryan, Treasurer of St. Andrew's Society, Hotel English, Indianapolis, Ind., writes of her cure as follows: Dear Mrs. Pinkham: "I cannot find words to express my thanks for the good Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound did me. The doctor said I could not stand the strain of an operation and made up my mind I would be an invalid for life. Hearing how Lydia E. Pirkman's Vegetable Compound had saved other, other, other, and in less than four months I was entirely cured, and words fail to express my thankfulness." Miss Margret Merkley of 775 3d Milestone, Millywakee, Wis., writes: Dear Mrs. Pinkham: Loss of length, extreme nerveness, service shooting, pain through the pelvic organs, cramps, bearing down pains and extreme irritation compelled me to seek medical advice. The doctor, after making: an examination, said that I had ovarian trouble and ulceration, and advised an operation as my only hope. To this I strongly objected and I decided as a last move, to try Lydia E. "To my surprise the ulceration healed, all the bad symptoms disappeared, and I am once more strong, vigorous and well; and I cannot express my thanks for what it has done for me." Ovarian and womb troubles are steadily on the increase among women —and before submitting to an operation every woman should try Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound, and write Mrs. Pinkham at Lynn, Mass. for advice. For thirty years Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound has been curing the worst forms of female complaints, all ovarian troubles, inflammation, ulceration, falling and displacement of the womb, leucorrhea, irregularities, indigestion and nervous prostration. Any woman who could read the many grateful letters on file in Mrs. Pinkham's office would be convinced of the efficiency of her advice and Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. ae Ee