Knights of Pythias Grand Lodge to convene in Anniston
The Alabama Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias, about 300 representatives from across the state, will meet in Anniston on May 1 to 3. Preparations focus on decorations, lodging, and entertainments with local lodges and committees coordinating hotel rooms and hospitality for visiting Knights and their companions.
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Knights OF Pythias Grand Lodge
Alabama Grand Lodge of Knights of Pythias
Anniston
Grand Lodge
Alabama
J. B. Wadsworth
Birmingham
D. ©. Cooper
Oxford
W. Hi. Wilder
Jno
H. Donahoo
Talladega
J. M. Donnelly
Dothav
W.S. Cox
Ozark
J. B. Ellis
Calhoun Lodge
Anniston Lodge
Rathbone Lodge
Pythians
F. F. Stockton
N. L. Myerson
T. M. Gwin
Noble Street
Wilmer Hotel
Brabant Near Wepener After Outflanking Boer Forces
London dispatch reports Brabant's force, after outflanking the Boers at Bushman's Kop, now within eight miles of Wepener, with Bushman's Kop and surrounding areas in view. Dalgetty's force faced little resistance on Monday as operations continue.
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London
Brabant
Bushman’s Kop
Wepener
Dalgetty
GLA NS GATHERING AT DEMOCRATIC STATE CONVENTION
Delegates arrive slowly for the Democratic State Convention in Montgomery with about seventy five present by nightfall. Gubernatorial candidates Samford Waller Stallings Shelly claim nomination strength while 140 delegates remain uninstructed. State committee to meet at noon tomorrow to rule on two contests from Mobile and Jefferson.
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Montgomery
Bankhead
Clayton and
Brewer
R. J. Lowe
State Committee
John B. Knox
W. C. Tunstall
Elmore Garrett
KR. B. Kelly
Calhoun
I’. L. Pettus
Dallas
Samford
Waller
Stallings
Shelly
Mobile
Jefferson
Delegation Heads to Montgomery for Democratic State Convention
A large crowd departed at 1 40 this afternoon for Montgomery to attend the Democratic state convention. Notable travelers include R. P. Thomason Frank Nelson Jr EK F Crook L F Greer T W Coles man E G Caldwell 8 H Crook T M Aderbold Clark Snow and J H Savage.
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Montgomery
Messrs
R. P. Thomason
Frank Nelson, Jr
F. Crook
L. F. Greer
T. W. Colesman
E.G. Caldwell
8. H. Crook
T. M. Aderbold
Clark Snow
J. H. Savage
Elected Officers Named by Royal Arch Masons Chapter 101
Royal Arch Masons Chapter 101 elected officers for the new Masonic year including High Priests Rev J F John King Joseph J Willett Scribe A Sterne Captain of the Host Gen Geo T Anderson Principal Sojourner KB Blam Royal Arch Captain Dr B Dudley Williams Master of First Veil J H H Duke Master of Second Veil Talbot Foard Master of Third Veil Dr W P Brown Secretary W H Weatherly Treasurer John M Caldwell The chapter is in good condition.
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J. F. John
Joseph J. Willett
Scribe— A. Sterne
Gen
Geo. T. Anderson
KB. KB. Blam
Royal Arch
B. Dudley Williams
J. H H. Duke
Talbot Foard
W. P
W. H. Weatherly
John M. Caldwell
Ladysmith Lyer: A Curious Siege Era Paper
A Ladysmith newspaper during the siege humorously titled The Ladysmith Lyer parodies truth with a column head stating truthful assertions may be in print by mistake. It features a recipe for soup from horse flesh and cats and aims to provoke laughter among readers.
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James Noble
Ladysmith
South Africa
Ladysmith Lyer
Closeout on Clothing Stock Sale
A large stock of clothing including shirts pants neckwear and suits is offered for rapid sale. The offer promises low prices to move the inventory quickly and urges buyers to act immediately to share in the bargains.
General Wheeler Resigns and Seeks Congress Seat Vacancy
General Wheeler announces resignation from his current post and expresses desire to surrender his congressional seat. The move creates a vacancy and prompts potential succession discussions among party leaders.
Wheeler Tenders Resignation From Congress for Alabama District
General Joseph Wheeler sends Gov. Johnston a resignation as representative of Alabama's Eighth district. He cites absence and army duties, asks for election of his successor, and pledges to serve district interests until the new member qualifies. He notes restoration of seat contingent on successor's election. He regrets any inconvenience caused by his absence.
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Montgomery
Gov. Johnston
Joseph Wheeler
Congress
Eighth
Alabama
Wheeler
Washington
W. J. Wood
Fifty Sixth Congress
Iam
Postoffice Keys Not Exchangable in Anniston Move
Postmaster L. T. Smith received a letter from the postoffice department dated April 20 1900 stating that no postmaster may exchange keys between equipment. When old equipment is retired, accounts must be settled and a new key fund started for the new lock boxes. Old keys may be redeemed with original receipts to avoid extra costs.
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L. T. Smith
Postoffice Department
Washington
Anniston
Ala
Gio
M. Allen
Taylor Returns Demand a Trial in Mountain Stand
Taylor reappears and demands a trial while defense positions describe their strength in the mountains as impassable.
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Taylor
Mystery Indicted Captain Found in Bell County Hut
Capt Powers brother of the secretary of state, indicted for Goebel's murder, was discovered yesterday in a hut in the Bell county mountains. He is guarded by ten mountaineers, holds an impregnable position and cannot be captured.
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Capt. Powers
State Powers
Goebel
Bell County
Where They Will Work Enumerators Assigned by Census Supervisor
The city enumerators appointed by Census Supervisor D. B. Jones have been assigned to territories. Hanna leads Beat 23 in Ward 4, Johnson to Beat 22 in Ward 5, Misses Tabb and McClerkin to Beat 15 in Ward 1, Barnard to eastern Ward 2, Beale to rural Beat 15, and Wick McCain to Beat 16 in the extreme northeast. Many county applications were rejected for errors, with some enumerators from other districts possibly reassigned here.
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D. 8. Jones
A. . Hanna
Tabb and McClerkin
Frank Barnard
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R O. Watson
Lair
Slickney
Glans Gathering
Royal Arch Masons
Masonic
O’bryant & CO
Gen. Wheeler
Howards
Terday
Kentucky
New York
Bradley
Jim
Berry Howard
J. G. Johnsohn
Ward
J. A. Beale
Old
W.ick. McCain
Mr. McCain
Winow
Globe Clothing Company
Tenth and Noble Streets
Johnston-Murphy Union
the Globe
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