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Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17

ans discussed incidents of war times and waited for fall in," when they marched to the hotel to transact the business or the day. The meeting was called to order at lO;3O a. m., with about 200 members present.
 When President Dodge rapped for or der it was with a gavel made from the wood of hickory tree that stood near the spot where General McPherson fell at Atlanta, July 22, 1864. General Hick- enlooper, the corresponding secretary, reported that the following deaths had occurred since the last reunion; E. II. Webster, Denver, Col; Capt. T. A Grif- fin. St. Louis, Mo-. Maj. George B. Hagin, Chicago; Gen. Mason Bryaman, Kansas City, Mo: Maj Frank F. Potts, ROCK ford, H.. Lieut.. .-Col. E. c. Daub, Cincln- nati; Lieut. Oliver Anson, Council Bluffs, la; Gen. Charles Sutherland, Washing ton, D. C.; Walter Q. Gresham, Washing ton, D. C.; Maj. J. J. w. Paddock, Omha, Neb. The name of Colonel Calk- ins of Tacoma was added by member
 After the president had announced the committees General Henderson of Iowa, chairman of the Sherman statue com mittee, made a report, in which 1t was stated that enough money is now in the committees control to erect the proposed statue in Washington, D. c. The sum IS $100.000 and models have been called Tor and are to be in the committees hands by January l next.
 On motion of Judge Tuthill of Chicago the following committee was named 10 draw up and report a proper resolution inaugurating the Grant statue agitation: General Dodge, Judge Tuthill. General Henderson and General Howard.
 The business session adjourned until Tuesday morning.
 The members of the society, their laoles and guests went by electric cars to Fort Thomas at 2:15 D. m. They were there given a reception by Colonel Cochrane, the commandant
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
Without Advices.

Washington, Sept. 16.-The state de- the alleged latest phase of the Chinese situation in regard to refusal of the Chinese government to execute any of the men convicted of being participants in the missionary massacre. Unless they are assured with the execution of these men all other demands will cease.
 According to the latest information of the department the Kucheng commits sion was commencing work with its la bors not yet completed and the nvesti- gation had not been begun. No dis patches have been received from Minis ter Denby, but they are expected this week. ze.t,
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
EXPECTED TODAY.
The Decision ot Chief Justice bu't as to
 Prize Fighting in Texas.

The Decision ot Chief Justice bu't as to
 Prize Fighting in Texas.
 St. Louis, Sept. 16..A special to the Chronicle from Dallas, Tex, says: An immense crowd assembled in the Four teenth judicial court room at 10 o'clock this morning to witness the proceedings in the habeas corpus case of Jesse Clark against the state, the latter being de- prived of his liberty for engaging in a prize fight. He asked bail on the ground that there is no law against prize fight ing except a civil statute imposing an occupation tax of $500 for every such fight and he averred that he rendered this sum of money to the tax collector, who declined to accept it. The case is being heard by Chief Justice Hurt Of the court of criminal appeals. There were many church people present. It was agreed by the lawyers and the attorney general that the only point to be argued was whether or not there is law against prize fighting. Judge Hurts decision is expected tomorrow.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
Will They Strike or Waitp

New Bedford, Mass, Sept. 16.-The manufacturers, headed by William D.. Rowland and Andrew G. Pierce and the spinners' committee, headed by Secretary Ross. held a conference on the wage question lasting about one hour and a half this afternoon. The meeting was harmonious. At its close Secretary Ross said: "The manufacturers do not think from the present state of the market that they can make any restoration of wages at present. They gave us to un- derstand that they are very hopeful of an improvement that will justify them in making an advance in the near future. It is thought the price of cotton has nearly reached the top notch for the present and in that event the advance may soon be made"
 It is not known whether the operatives will strike or wait for the prospective ad- vance. The spinners will meet tomorrow night to talk over the subject.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
Panill's Third Trial.

I.vnchburg. Va. Sept. 16.--The third frtaI of s. H. Panill, charged with aiding and abetting in embedding funds from the First National bank commenced to- day in the United States court. As in the trials preceding this one the accused was represented by MT. John. L. Lee, Senator John w. Black and MT. Ran doinb Harrison. The prosecution is be- ing conducted by MT A. J. Montague, Untted States district attorney, assisted by MT. N H. Massie, commonwealth at torney. of Danville, who was appointed Inv Attorney.General Harmon as special associate attorney for the prosecution of his case.
 The only witness examined today was Capt. R. H. Adams. president Of the hank. the taking of whose testimony had not been completed when court ad- ionrned. Adjournment was taken on ac- count of the indisposition of MT. Masse. Court will convene at 10 O CLOCK tomorrow ,,orn;np at which time the taking of tes- t;p,opy will be completed.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
CHOLERA AT HONOLULU.
Out of Total of Fifty-eight Cases There
 Have Been Forty-four Deaths.

San Francisco, Sept 16-The steamer City of Rio de Janeiro arrived from the orient via Honolulu this morning. She is now in quarantine, no communication whatever being allowed with the shore. She brings only one passenger, a Mrs. Beacon, from Honolulu. It is believed the steamer will be promptly released from quarantine, as she has been out from Honolulu eight days, with no sick ness on board Quarantine Officer Chal- merd who has come ashore from the Rio, states that there have been fifty eight cholera cases in all at Honolulu up to the Sth instant, the date the steamer sailed Of these twenty-four were new cases since the last advices, and fifteen of fifty-eight cases there have been forty four deaths.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
MIR. OLNEY ,ATsWoRK.
The Secretary of State Will Buckle Down to
 Business Henceforth.

Washington, Sept. 16ASecretary Olney resumed his desk at the state depart ment this morning and spent all his time in conference with his assistants. Acting Secretary Adee explained rall the details of the Mora case to MT. Olney and trans- ferred the whole subject to him. Just what course will be followed in collecting the draft has not been fully determined upon.
 The secretary a lso had a long confer ence with Chief Faison of the consular bureau, who is said to be slated for the soicitorship of the department, made va cant by the resignation of MT. Dabney. Secretary Olney, it is now said, will re- main in charge of the department with out further absence, with the exception of few days, during which he will re- turn to Falmouth for his family and possible trip to Chattanooga to witness the dedication of the Chickamauga na- tional park
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
Governor Foster Bn Route to Atlanta.

New Orleans, Sept. 16.-Gov. Murphy J. Foster and staff, with the famous Wash ington Artillery as an escort, left here this afternoon at o'clock, on special train, to be present at the opening of the exposition. The party consists of about lao persons and fine band of music. They will spend a week in Atlanta.
 The Washington Artillery is one of the most famous military organizations in the country and won imperishable re- nown during the late war. It was ex- pected that Governor Culberson or Texas would arrive here in time to go on the special with this party, but it is under stood that he was compelled to give up the idea of going to Atlanta on account of urgent business.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
ralen to Fedoral Supreme Court.

Washington. Sept. 16.-The case of the South Carolina postmasters, charged with conspiracy, to defraud the postal revenues. has found its way to the su- preme court of the United States Charles P. Barrett having appealed from the judgment of Judge Simonton of the United States district court, sentencing him to the Columbus, O.. penitentary, in accordance with the verdict Of the jury, for q term of eighteen months. The offense charged against Barrett was that he consp!red with other postmasters to enable them to add to their compensa- ton by reporting increased sales of stamps and purporting 10 have been can celled at their respective offices, but which were in fact delivered to Barrett and disposed of by him.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
Instructions to the Bennington.

Washington, Sept. 16.-Secretary Her bert has sent instructions to Admiral Beardslee regarding the cholera on the United States steamer Bennington. Ad- miral Beardslee wired Secretary Herbert asking if he should direct the commander of the Bennington to cruise among the islands during the prevalence of cholera at Honolulu. The secretary replied that the better course would be to order the Bennington to sea on cruise until the disease was eradicated.
 The instructions will be sent to the Bennington by the next steamer for Hon. olulu. but Secretary Herbert is of the opinion that the commander of the Ben- nington may have used his own discre- tion by this time and put to sea to pre- vent further spread of cholera, as naval medical experts declare that the disease can be contracted only from food or drink, and it is not in the air: therefore, the vessel would sail away from further dangec.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
the Defender and the valkyrie?" was

asked.
 No; I do not think so. Sometimes am mistaken, but l am confident that there will be no more races between the boats. DunraVen has said that he will race no more and if he means what he says he will not do so. MT Iselin has also said that he will participate in no more races with the Valkyrie and that seems 10 settle it.
 AS to Mir. Vanderblts offer 10 race the Defender against the Valkyre I do not believe there is a word of truth in it, but I wish there would be another series.
 "I would just like to show them what we could do, how easily the Defender can walk away from that English door"
 Commodore Smith said that the cup committee was pretty well scattered now, but that it would get together and as soon IS possible settle up the final details of the races.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
WOULDN'T HEED THE WARNING.
Five Pesrons Killed Because Callahan
 Would Drive On.

Lynchburg, Va, Sept. 16.-Train No. 35 fast mail, from Washington to Atlah- ta, ran into wagon containing SIX peo- pie at Lawyers, station twelve miles south of this city this evening. It is said that five of the persons were killed and if is likely the other one will die. This train does not stop a Lawyers and was probably going at full speed.
 Particulars of the wreck to be obtained here are very meager. The man killed is supposed to have been Joseph Callahan, living near Rustburg. Campben county. Two women and two children were in the vehicle with him. All were killed, as was also the horse. It is said Callahan was warned not to cross the track, as the train was running very rapidly, but would not heed the warning.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
IS IT A VESTED RIGHTp
Chief Walker to Make
 Test Pension Case.

Commander-in-Chief Walker to Make n
 Test Pension Case.
 Indianapolis, Ind, Sept. 16.-Command- er-in-chief Walker of the Grand Army of the Republic has announced that he will begin as soon as possible an action in the United States courts here to de- termine the question as to whether or not pension is a vested right. He will call a meeting of the council of admin tration to take up the subject and with its assistance will agree upon case to he presented. It will be carried to the supreme court of the United States as soon as possible. It is expected that Ex- President Harrison will be asked to pre- sent a case for organization. He has on several occasions declared that he is in sympathy with the principle that pen sion once granted becomes vested right and cannot be cut off at the whim of an officer of the pension department.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
THE CRY IS FOR SHELLEY And He Seems to Be the Com-
 ing Man. HIS FRIENDS SAW WOOD Sound Money Democrats Delighted at the
 Prospect of His Candidacy. THICK AND FAST IN SOUTH ALABAMA Are the Announcements for Ofice-The Journal Sticks to Its Randolph Story. A Liveryman Attempts Suicide.
 Personal Notes.
THICK AND FAST IN SOUTH ALABAMA

Montgomery, Sept 16.-(Special)-The belief is practically universal here that Gen. Charles M. Shelley will be cand1- date for the democratic nomination Tor governor. His close friends do not say as much but they are working Tor nlm just the same. The sound money demo- crats here are delighted at the prospect of his candidacy. They believe he is the man of all others to lead them to vic- tory in the convention and afterwards in the general election. The fact that he is not extreme in his views they believe, is in his favor at this time, when many who have erred and strayed are anxious to get back into .he full fellowship of the dem- ocratic party. General Shelley, they claim, is a man of fine sense and of the highest character, a splendid campaign CT and withal is the most astute, inteli- gent and up-to-date politician in the ranks. General Shelley and Captain Johnston are personal friends, and each is known to have very warm place in his heart for the other A contest be- tween them would therefore be lacking in bitterness and strife, and would conse- quently rebound to the cementing of any factions that may have sprung up in the party. They were educated in the same school of politics, and that school has graduated some adopts.
 General Shelley's announcement Is be- Iieved to be the next thing in order in Al abama politics.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
SOVEREIGN GRAND LODGE
The Highest Body of the Odd Fellows in s S sion Now at Atlantic City,
 New Jersey.

Atlantic City, N. J., Sept. 16.-Sovereign grand lodge, Independent Order of Odd Fellows. convened this morning, this be- ing the seventy-first annual session of the grand body. The sessions will last all the week. Representatives from every section of the country commenced to arrive here Saturday and Sunday, and another great influx came in today. All the states are represented.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
STRONG ON TEMPORAL POWER
Is the Pastoral Letter Read in Catholic
 Churches Sunday.

Is the Pastoral Letter Read in Catholic
 Churches Sunday.
 Milwaukee, Sept. 16.-A pastoral letter was read in the Catholic churches in Wis consn and the, northern peninsula of Michigan yesterday. It was drawn up at a meeting held in this city Wednesday, at which were Bishops Vortn of Marquette, Schwabach of Lacrosse, Messmer of Green Bay and Rev. MT. Schinner ad- ministrator of Milkaukee diocese, and is signed by those dignitaries. It is re- markedly strong on the temporal power question and will excite great deal of discussion.
 A similar pastoral letter was read in
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
The Strike Over.

Ishpeming, Mich, Sept. 16.-The strik- CTS have returned from the park. As near as can be learned the desperate fight of the steam shovel and pumpmen in the interest of resuming work was successful, and they finally won. They were to apply tonight for work, and a committee was appointed to call on the officials. If the companies will agree to let the troops be returned home the min CTS and laborers will return to work.
 The strike is certainly ended
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
ARMY OF THE TENNESSEE.
Meeting of the Society at Cincinnati-The
 Death List.

Cincinnati, O., Sept. 16.-The headquar- ters of the Society of the Army of Ten nessee presented war-like appearance this morning. The Grand hotel, which is the rendezvous for the old war veterans. is very appropriately decorated in honor of the occasion. Just inside the front door has been placed big brass cannon. On either side swing the stars and stripes. while directly in the rear a dozen or more muskets are stacked. Back and forth across the lobby of the hotel Sons of Veteran cadets march to measured tread and with rifles at a "carry arms" Scat tered around in little groups the veter-
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
MT. Vanderbilt Says Nay.

Newport R. l.. Sept. 16.-W. K. Van derbilt sailed westward this morning on his yacht Valiant. Before going he not only denied the purchase of the Defender from other members of the syndicate, but also that he had any such idea in mind.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
CHARGE TT TO THE SUNDAY SUN.
The Vile Sheet of Kansas City Is Responsi-
 hle for Trouble at Opelika.

OpeIika. Sept. 16.-(Special)--Mr. Will Carmack, city cashier of the Western railroad. shot and dangerously wounded MT. w. G. Campbell here tonight.
 The difficulty grew out of an article that appeared in the Kansas City Sunday Sun reflecting on MT. Carmack's charac- ter. and it was rumored that MT. Camp bell was the author of the article.
 The exact particulars of the difficulty cannot be ascertained. MT. Campb elPs condition is very critical Mir Carmack has not yet been arrested.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
THE B., s. 6 T. SOLD
At Auction at Sheffield Yesterday-It
 Brought $5OO,OOO.

Nashville, Tenn, Sept. 16-The Bir- mingham, Sheffield and Tennessee River railroad was sold at auction at Sheffield today to satisfy a decree in favor of the Knickerbocker Trust company. The price paid was $5OO,OO0. The purchasers were J. L. Leper and J. Kennedy Todd, who represented the bondholders. The road runs through rich mineral region from Birmingham to Sheffield, in Ala hama
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
Five Murderers Escape.

Raleigh, N. C., Sept. Ex-Governor Carr is advised of the escape of five mur- derers from jail at Madison and offers A reward for their capture The men are George Hensley, Rodney Shelton. Charles shelton. Ninevah Gosnell and Newsome Mace, all white. The jail is extremely insecure The state has been at consd- erable expense to secure the arrest of Hensley, who is noted criminal.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
CRANBERRY ORE MINES START UP With Large Force After Shutdown of
 Three Years.

Charlotte, N. C., Sept. 16.-The Cran- berry iron mines in western North Car olina are to resume work at once with a large force. These mines, which have been shut down for three years, produce a grade of magnetic ore which is not sur passed anywhere in this country. It is used principally for fine cutlery.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
Shin Burned at Sea.

London, Sept. 16.-The British ship Hartfield, from the Clyde for Table bay, caught fire at sea and was abandoned. The British brig Invercauld picked up part of the Hartfield's crew and landed them at Capetown. Nine others are miss ing of the crew.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
Personal.

Miss Eva Harrison is visiting friends in Americus, Ga.
 Mrs. John Purifoy has gone to Auburn where she will spend the winter with her children, who are attending the Agri- cultural and Mechanical college.
 Mrs Minnie Bollen and Lucy Browder of this city are visiting friends in Bir- mingham.
 Convict Inspector J. w. Grayson of Ensley is in the city for a few days.
 MT. w. S. Cooper of Birmingham is in the city
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
Sticks to the Randolph Story.

The Journal today sticks to it's story about Judge Randolph. It says the facts of the killing were given in a special to the New York Herald of about September or 8. A name other than that of Ran dolph was given as the slayer, but it is claimed that the name was the alias un- der which Judge Randolph is known in his new home. The Journal also claims to have information that telegrams have been received here and elsewhere from Judge Randolph which clinch the mat ter.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
The New Bishop of San Antonio.

Washington, Sept. 16.-Mgr. Satolli has received from the cardinal president of the College of Briefs the document an- nouncing the appointment of Rev. John A. Forest as bishop of the diocese of San Antonio. The appointee is at present a priest in active service, one of the three whose names were certified to the pope by the priests of the diocese as satisfac tory candidates for the office. The briefs went forward to the bishop-elect today.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
A I,iyeryman Suicides.

J. P. Seers, a livery stable man, made what will probably develop to be d sue cessful attempt to commit suicide here this morning. He was found in his room in an apparently dying condition, with an empty morphine bottle beside him. Financial troubles are supposed to be the cause of his suicide. He is unmar- iied,
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
rHERE,LL BE NO MORE RACES
Tn the Opinion of Commodore smith-Dun
 ravens Letter.

Tn the Opinion Of COmmouOre oiillti-DuH-
 ravens Letter.
 New York, Sept. 16.-Ex-Commodore James D. Smith. chairman of the Ameri- ca's- cup committee. today said in regard to Lord Dunraven's latest letter:
 "This is a letter which will have to be officially considered by the committee, and in the absence of my fellow members do not think it would be right for me to speak But I will say that l have an opinion on that letter, a most decided opinion. and it will be made known in due time"
 will there be any more races between
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
Rug Viewers Wages Increased.

Philadelphia, Sept 16.-The narrow loom rug weavers employed on piece work in John Bromley & Sons mill an nounce that an increase of 10 per cent in wages has been voluntarily granted them by the firm, to go into effect on Monday The amount of the increase was taken from the wages of the weav CTS a year ago. It is also said the ques- ton of increasing the broad loom weav- arc is under consideration.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
PEN VERSUS SWORD.
Spanish Editors Seem to Be Handler With
 the Latter Weapon.

London, Sept. 16.-A dispatch from Madrid to a news agency says: A seri- ous quarrel has recently been going on between the editorial staffs of the jour nals Pais and Nacion, which has resulted in a number of challenges. Four duels were fought with swords yesterday, with the result that in each instance the Nacion's representative was wounded. Twenty-f four other duels are pending.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
French Soldiers in a Bad Way.

Paris, Sept. 16.-The Gaulois asserts that while anchored off Mojanga, Mada- gascar, the French transport steamer Shamrock afforded hospital accommo- dations to 5000 French soldiers. At the present time, the paper says, half of the expedition is unfit for action.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
MAY RETURN TO WORK.
The Outlook at Ishpeming Seems to Favor
 That Conclusion.

Ishpeming, Mich, Sept. 16.-Ishpeming strikers are drumming up force to at- tend the meeting at Union park this morning for the purpose of out voting those who wish to postpone the present labor difficulties. Today there is likeli- hood of a conclusion being reached that will be favorable to an early return to work.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
Pig Iron Warrants Drop at Glasgow.

Glasgow Sept. 16.-Pig iron warrants sustained smart drop in todays mar ket, the fall being chiefly due to cable grams from America stating that the production of pig iron there was on the increase. Scotch pig fell pence and Cleveland 7kd
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-09-17
South Alabama Candidates Announcing

Every officer of the state, from con stableto governor, excepting the supreme court judges, will be elected next year. Many of the southern counties are al- ready announcing their candidates. The Dallas newspapers have been carrying column or so of announcements for a month or more. Only one has appeared in any of the Montgomery papers as yet that of Capt. Charles Pollard, who of- fers for reelection as tax collector of the county, and who will be reelected with out any sort of trouble, no matter who may run against him.