Baptists of Alabama In Session At Talladega Convention
A large Anniston and Oxford Baptist delegation heads to Talladega for the Alabama Baptist convention starting this afternoon. Officials include G. L. Comer as president and W. B. Crumpton as secretary. The gathering will discuss education, missions, and the Bevergreen orphans' asylum, with about 400 attendees expected.
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Ladies’ Auxiliary
G. L. Comer
W. B. Crumpton
M. M. Wood
Baptists
Gulf Coast
Tennessee
Howard
Judson College
Judson
Alabama Baptists
Bevergreen
Alabama
Talladega
American Railroads Enjoy a Banner Year
Preliminary report from the Interstate Commerce Commission indicates U S railroads covering about 219 000 miles will likely show a ten percent rise in gross earnings for the year ending June 30 with earnings near 2 073 000 000, marking a banner year for American railroads.
Major Bartlett Missing $33,900 in Treasury Accounts
The accounts of late Major George A. Bartlett, 25 years disbursing officer at the treasury, were found short by $33,900. Bondsmen Fidelity and Deposit Co. of Baltimore have been notified. Bartlett died last February after a long illness.
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The
Star
Washington
George A. Bartlett
Treasury Department
Fidelity and Deposit Co
Baltimore
Bartlett
John W Pace Dismissed From Peonage Charges
Special to The Star Montgomery July 17 all cases on the U S court docket against John W Pace of Tallapoosa county charging peonage were dismissed today. The same charge against Jesse Berry was also dismissed. Pace was pardoned by President Roosevelt last winter.
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the Star
Washington
Interstate Commerce Commis
Jesse Berry
Pace
Roosevelt
Fire claims two lives at Park Hotel blaze in Pittsburg
A fire at the Park hotel on Rose street and Second avenue early today killed James Carsay of the city health board and hotel manager Pat Conners after they either suffocated or fell from a life net. Three others were injured including Sergeant Metz and Policeman James Lawler. Fireman William Malzell was also hurt as gas jet in a rear hallway sparked the blaze. The rear section burned hot, escape limited to upper windows. building damage estimated at about 12000.
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The
Star
Pittsburg
Park Hotel
Rose Street
Second Avenue
James Carsay
City Board of Health
Pat Conners
William Malzell Scardhed
Baraca Class Secures Prime Rooms for Library
The Baraca class arranged a lease with R H Dobbs Jr for three front rooms in the old Bank of Anniston building next to Knox Acker Blackmon Merrell. The library and reading room will open August 1 with renovations to start immediately, marking a high value location for the project.
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Bank OF Anniston
Baraca
R. H. Dobbs, Jr
Knox, Acker, Blackmon & Merrell
Suit Filed Over Mrs Walker Death in Oxford Street Car Crash
Matthews & Matthews filed in city court on behalf of E A Walker administrator seeking 25000 for the death of Mrs Elvira Walker who was run over by a street car in Oxford this spring. Negligence is charged against the street car conductor and motorman in charge at the time.
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Matthews & Matthews
E. A. Walker
Elvira Walker
Oxford
Atlantic City Horse Show Opens With Record Entries
Atlantic City N J July 17 The Atlantic City Horse Show opens at Inlet Park drawing society folk and summer visitors. Now in its eighth year the exhibition surpasses prior shows in entries and class quality with sixty prize-winning horses from famed East stables. Judging runs from opening today until next Saturday and thousands of dollars in prizes will be awarded.
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Inlet Park
Ky men acquitted in Marcum shooting trial
Beattieville Kentucky July 17 the jury found James Hargis and Ed Callihan not guilty after a twenty two minute deliberation. The defendants were discharged at once.
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The
Star
Beattyville
James Hargis
Ed. Callihan
Marcum
United Typothetae Convention Opens in Buffalo
The United Typothetae of America gathers in Buffalo starting tomorrow for its annual session. The executive committee will discuss the printers strike, and James W. Van Cleve, president of the National Manufacturers' Association, will address the conference on Organized Labor.
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Star
Buffalo
N. Y
United Typothetae of America
James W. van Cleve
National Manufacturers’ Association
Ancient Order of Hibernians Convenes in Saratoga Springs
More than 500 delegates attend a solemn high mass at St Peter's Church with Archbishop Farley officiating. A parade follows and the convention opens in Convention Hall with national president James E Dolan presiding and officers from multiple cities in attendance.
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Saratoga Springs
N. Y
Order of Hibernians
St Peter's Church
Farley
New York
Convention
James E Dolan
Syracuse
Order
D. J. Hennessey
Butte, Mont
M. J. O’brien
Richmond
Ind
James T. Carroll
Columbus
James O'Sullivan
Philadelphia
J. Butler
Louisville
P. D. Farrell
Grand Rapids
Jno
Royal welcome promised to visitors for pleasant stay
A statement pledges visitors a royal reception and a pledge to ensure their stay is most pleasant, signaling hospitality and cordial official ties during the visit.
New Mattings Offerings From Ulman Bros
New fall styles in Jap and China mattings feature neat close woven patterns and figures. Ulman Bros promotes warranted quality in its latest stock.
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Ullman Bros
Don’t be Backward Ask for Free Sample of Chamberlain Tabs
An old ad urges readers to seek a free sample of Chamberlain’s stomach and liver tablets. It promotes relief from biliousness constipation and stomach disorders. Signed J L Wikle.
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Chamberlain
J. L. Wikle
Constitution daily ten cents a week at Robinsons
A short classified notice notes a daily newspaper price of ten cents per week offered at Robinsons store.
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Constitution
Immigrant smuggling confrmed by immigration bureau
The Bureau of Immigration and Naturalization reveals hundreds of Japanese illegally obtained admission to the United States during the past year. Investigations show agents earned large commissions by aiding these entrants, highlighting systemic fraud and enforcement gaps.
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The
Star
Washington, D. C
Bureau of Immigration and Naturalization
Commission
Sam
Will Mother Thaw Contradict Her Son in Defense Tactics
New York July 17 pending a conference at 5 pm between Mrs William K Thaw and her counsel Louis A Delafield and former Judge Olcott the Thaw case remains uncertain with options. Mrs Thaw desires the law firm Black Olcott Gruber Bonynge to defend her son. Friends say the Thaws seek to have Thaw declared insane while the prisoner insists he is sane.
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Star
New York
Wm. K. Thaw
Louis A. Delafield
Olcott
Thaw
Irish-American investors voyage to Treland for study trip
A group of sixty prominent Irish-American Chicago residents sails aboard the Caronia to Treland for a three month tour. Guided by Dr. Douglas Hyde they will inspect industrial, educational and depopulation conditions and report on investment opportunities in Ireland.
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Star
New York
Chicago
Treland
Cork
Douglas Hyde
Bank Resume After Insolvency Declared in 1905 Leesville
First National Bank of Leesville Louisiana, insolvent in November 1905, is today permitted by the comptroller of currency to resume business.
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Washington
First National Bank of
Leesville
Comptroller of Currency
Elks Hold Denver Convention With Free Citywide Entertainment
Denver hosts a huge Elk charity convention drawing about fifty thousand visitors. Delegates meet at the Tabor Grand Opera House while the city provides $100000 in entertainment at Eliteh's Gardens and parks. Visitors enjoy free attractions and automobile rides, all for Elk members and their guests.
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Tabor Grand Opera House
Denver
Antired
Eliteh
Gardens
University Park
City Park
South Carolina Editors Convene At Isle of Palms Session
The South Carolina Press association opened a multi day meeting at the Isle of Palms Charleston with editors and proprietors from across the state. Mayor Rhett welcomed guests and Col B E H Aull of Newberry spoke for the association. The gathering doubles as a social outing and a boat trip to New England awaits Friday afternoon for many members and their families.
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Charleston
8. C
South Carolina
Isle of Palms
Rhett
BE. H. Aull
Newberry
New England
Mississippi Militia Camp Opens at Bayou Bernard
The national colors were run up on Bayou Bernard as the Mississippi State Militia established Camp B. F. Ward at Gulfport. The advance guard arrived and the troops will stay ten days for practical instruction in camp duties and field maneuvers.
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Baptists OF Alabama
Anniston and
Oxford Baptists
Tal
Ladega
A. W. Bell
W. A. Davis
C. D. Woodruff
T. W. Ayers
C. 8. Johnson
J. W. Duggan
J. T. Gardner
C. R. Bell
B. M. Stradley
W. R. Ivey
J. C. Wright
W. F. McCain
D. C. Cooper
J. T. Wheeler
X. H. Bazley
Thos. A. Howle
Roberta Cooper
Liminary Report
Sion
United States
Ness
John W. Page
Montgomery
United States Court
John W. Pace
Tallapoosa County
Anniston Electric CO
Atlantic City
Atlantic City, N. J
Robinson’s
Evening Star
America
Bureau of Immigration and Naturalization Makes
ELK
Colo
Order of Elks
Goutie
Try
Mississippi State Militia
Voy
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