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Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
Steps Taken to Prevent
 an Invasion.
The Pacific Mail Company
 Notified to Assist.
Bodies ot Chlnamen Dying on Ship board Must Be Placed In Her
 medically Sealed.Coffins.
By the Associated Press.

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 17.-The mem bers of the state and San Francisco boards of health, the United States off cials and health officers of San Fran CISCO and Oakland, met today to con sider the cholera question.
 Resolutions were adopted pledging the various doctors represented at the conference to act in concert for the pre- vention of the epidemic's invasion or in case of it's invasion, to efectually sup- press it.
 It was also agreed that the practice of the Pacific Mail Steamship company in returning to China in wooden coffins ths bodies of Chinese who have died en route to this port would be fatal to pas sengers in case of 8 cholera epidemic.
 The company was notified to place the bottles in dramatically sealed caskets.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
FIGHTING EVERY INCH.
The Defense in the Durrant
 Case Alert.
Every Witness Cross-Examined on the Most Minute Details of
 the Testimony.
By the Associated Pr ess.

By the Associated Pres
 SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 17.-The de- fense Tn the Durrant case is trying to break down every witness for the prose- cution. As each testlfes a long and apparently purposeless examination by the defense follows. the sole object be. ing to entrap the witness into some un- important contradiction. No progress has been made in this respect with any of the witnesses. The defendants at tornevs tried to make Quinlan admit that he had taken so many drinks that day that his testimony was practically valueless. Quiulan was not to be bluffed and stuck to his story.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
A CURIOUS SPECIMEN.
A Queer Looking Bug Found at
 Prescott.
So Rare That 1t May Be Worth Thou sands of Dollars to Sci-
 entiStS.
From the Prescott Courier.

From the Prescott Courier.
 A very queer looking live bug was brought to the Courier office last even- ing, which was caught on the limb of tree by George Avery. The bug is one oi the beetle species, about as large as an English walnut, and longer.
 A stationary horn about one inch in length projects from the forehead. the eyes are located on either side of the horn, well out from the head. From the lower jaw projects long curved and pointed grappling hook, armed with spike-like teeth This hook when in operation closes point to point with the horn above. The grapplng hook and horn could encircle an average sized hazel nut.
 The bug looks very much like the picture of one which appeared in the San Francisco Call short time ago. the owner of which was said to have re- fused several thousand dollars for.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
were hls own suspenders, to which was pinned note, written in good English, which was as follows;

MosT GRACIOUS SIR: To judge from the be- nevolence and good nature that beamed ffom your face early this morning as stood silently by your cot, feel that you will forgive poor, wandering man, who has been forsaken by his wife and children, and who has not tasted of whisky for week, through the want of the where with.
 felt as I stood by your side and saw your clothing that might once more become gen tleman. picked them up and transferred them to my own person in an empty boxcar. l was about to throw my own duds away, but re- 1ected that you might need them yourself so, acting on the principle that fair exchange does not constitute robbery, I procured 8 newspaper and wrapping them up placed them under your cot. The bunch of keys and change I found in your clothes will be of use to me, but your suspend CTS will return, so that you will have something to put on when you dress. Hoping you will not be inconvenienced, will say adieu.
 [Signed RESTLESS JIMMIE.
 Phillips stayed in bed until some clothes were procured for him. He then came up town and notified the officers of his loss, but the police have no hope of experimenting the individual.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18

the south side The well known ability of the colonel in this class of entertainment assures a grand good time Everyone is invited and every one will have enough to eat in addi- tion to general good time.
 A drive over the Tempe, Mesa and Lehi region is embraced in the pro- gram of the day which will be so ar ranged that our visitors vii see the representative farms, orchards and canals of the valley.
 Let every good citizen turn out and make this gala day which our vis- itors and ourselves will mark on the calendar with red letters for years to come,
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
Nothing to Prevent It.

CHICAGO, Sept. IT, The following telegram was received this evening from Dallas, Tex, the scene of the pro- posed great fight:
 DALLAS, Tex, Sept, T.-L. NJ. HoUsEMAN. Inter-Ocean: The highest criminal court in the State of Texas has just decided that there is no law against prize fighting.
 There is nothing to prevent the greatest con test in the history of the prize ring from taking place as advertised.
 Signed DAN A. STEWART, President.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
TEMPE IS READY.
She Will Entertain the Irriga-
 ton Delegates.
The Visitor to Be Taken Care of in a Royal Manner by the
 South Side.
From the Tempe News.


 It is expected that the members of the irrigation congress now in session at Albuquerque, will visit the valley during the next week, special excur- sion having been arranged for them. Preparations have been made to en- certain them here by monster barbe- cue under the direction of T. L. Schultz, assisted by every citizen on
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
CRIME AND CASUALTIES.
A Passenger Train on the Soo
 Line DitChed.
Accnite for Blackberry Brandy Causes Death-A Baron Is
 Charged with Forgery.
By the Associated Press.

By the Associated Press.
 MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. IT, The west. bound passenger train on the Soo line, leaving here yesterday morning met with a serious accident near Annan- dale, Minn., about noon. By the spread ing of the rails the two rear coaches were ditched. Miss Katie Hanson of Elbow Lake, Minn., was seriously in- jured, and thirteen other passengers, in. cluding w. D. shburn, Jr., son of the ex-senator, were injured.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
AConlte for Brandy.

CORVALLIS. Ore.. Sept. INV. T. Peel, cashier of the First National bank, who was suffering from dysentery, en- tered drug store this morning and took an ounce of aconite. He died in few hours. He thought he was taking blackberry brandy.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18

As pure and wholesome stimulant, for medicinal or family use, nothing equals the famous old Jesse Moore whisky, which is endorsed as the best by all who have used it. Moore, Hunt & Co.,, 404 Front street. San Francisco, sole agents for the Pacific coast. Sold everywhere. Either Louisville or San Francisco delivery.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
A Baron Arrested.

LONDON, Sept. IA warrant has been issued for the arrest of Baron von Hammerstein on charge of having uttered forgeries to the amount of $5O,- GOO. Baron von Hammerstein was edi. tor-in-chief of the Kreuse Zietung, the principal organ of the conservative party in Germany. He is in hiding in London.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
THE BIG FIGHT. No Law That Will Stop 1t
 In Texas. Decision Rendered by the Highest Court. The Pugilistic Contest Will Surely Occur at Dallas. Nothing Now to Prevent the Great Prize Fight from Taking Place
 As Advertised.

By the Associated Press.
 DALLAS, Tex, Sept. 1.-The Cor bett and FitZsimmons match will come off in this city. The test glove contest case came up before Judge Hart of the court of criminal appeals and he held that there IS no law in Texas against prize fighting.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
She Burned Kerosene.

CLEVELAND, Sept. IT, Mrs. Henry Nolan tried to start a fire with kerosene here today. Her child Henry was dead when found. Mrs. Nolan will die.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
Crushed to Death.

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 17.-Andrew Hansen, a wheelwright aged A, was crushed to death beneath a freight elevator in his carriage factory today.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
AFFAIRS IN ARMENIA.
The Porte Has Not Accepted the
 Plan Proposed.

LONDON, Sept. 17.-At the foreign office today the report was denied that the porte had accepted the plan of re- form in the administration of affairs in Armenia which was submitted by the powers signatory to the treaty of Bet- lin.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
LANGTRY DIDN'T PROVIDE. Why Mrs. Langtry Wants a
 Divorce.
She Files Suit Alleging Both De- SertiOn and Failure
 to Provide.

By the Associated Press.
 LAKEPoRT, Cal, Sept. 1.-The papers containing Mrs. Langtry's application for divorce were filed in this county this evening.
 The separation is asked for on two grounds, desertion and failure to pro- vide.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
Eiramen. Attention.

All mem bers of the Phoenix fire de. partment are requested to meet at the engine house Thursday, Sept. l9, at 8 o'clock p. m., for practice. By order
 J. M. SHoTT, JOHN BECK,
 Secretary. Act. Chief.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18

At McKelligon's you can get thefnest handmade Sour Mash, Bourbon and Pennsylvania rye whiskies. No. 21, East Washington street.
Arizona republican., 1895-09-18
Coin and Bullion.

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 17.-Silver bars, 67@671s; Mexican dollars, 5438 @545s.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-26

mingham and her great progress But her fiery furnaces are too suggestive of the coming world to allow you to lag in your Christian work. It is an old maxim, as old as the mountains that look down upon your city, that in unity there is strength.
 "The Man of Gallilee recognized this when he organized and sent His disciples preaching the Word throughout the world. By union we expect to do much, and in coming to Birmingham we come determined to push together with a greater force than ever before. This lis an age of hustling, bustling. pushing ac- tivity, and let us keep up with the times.
 Tn the name of the Baptist Young Peoples Union of Alabama, let me thank you for the hearty welcome"
 The presidents address was the next thing in order, but he said since listen ing to the other speeches, he did not think he should be called upon to speak. He said it had been twenty years since he had made an address, and she an- swered "Yes." That satisfied him.
 That completed the programme for the evening. and Dr. Gay of Montgom- cry suggested q social meeting to let
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-26
CHARGED WITH MURDER.
Three Negroes Arrested at BIossburg for the Killing of James McLemore-Safe in
 the County Jail.

Case bod, Richard Thomas and George Metz, all colored, are in the county jail, charged with the murder of James McLemore. They were arrested at Blossburg yesterday and brought to this city last night.
 As stated in the Age-Herald of Mon day James McLemore was murdered and robbed near Blossburg last Saturday night. A number of other robberies were reported in the vicinity of Blossburg and Brookside the same night. It was be- lieVed that a band of four or five ne- groes were responsible for all these of lenses, but no evidence to justify an ar rest was found until a day or two ago.
 The investigation commenced Sunday by Coroner Dusenberry brought out con- siderable evidence, and on Monday after noon Charley Smith, colored, was arrest ed and brought to the city and lodged in the county jail.
 bod, Thomas and Metz were arrested yesterday by Constable w. L.. Cash, who brought them to Pratt City and there turned them over to Jailer Will Reaves. who brought them on to the city.
 Just what evidence there is against them the officers could not tell last night, though 1t Is said a strong case has been made out against them. The jailer was Instructed to put them in separate cells. so they could not communicate with each other.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-26
A POLICEMAN'S STORY.
He Says the Department of Chattanooga Is Rotten and That Bribes Are Taken
 by Its Members.

Chattanooga, April 25.-(Special.)-M. H. Doughty, ex-policeman, today openly declared the police department of Chat tanooga was rotten. Doughty states he can prove that bribes have been accepted by members of the department and the commissioners were aware of the fact, The chief of police and commissioners deny the story, and it is expected a row will result when the story is printed to- morrow. Doughty was indefinitely sus- pended some time ago and says the com missioners suspended him because he would not uphold certain Tammany county candidates and no charges existed against him. He has sued the commits sioners for back salary, and in petition asks that he be reinstated. He declares he will prove bribes to have been ac- cepted and will cause an investigation of the department to be made.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-26

in Scripture knowledge, instructi in Baptist history and doctrine and enlist ment in missionary activity through ex- isting denominational organizations, be- lieving that the attainment of the ends had in view by us can be greatly helped by mutual counsel and cooperation from time to time, do hereby organize our selves into a Baptist Young Peoples Union of Alabama for that purpose.
 The constitution adopted at the same time provides that the union shall con sist of persons from Young Peoples socie- operating may delegate to sit therein, by mutual counsel and cooperation the increased spirituality stimulation in; Christian service, edification in scripture' knowledge, instruction in Baptist history and doctrine and enlistment in mission ary activity through existing denomi- national organizations of the young Christians in the churches"
 The First Officers.
 The officers elected at that meeting were as follows: President, P. H. Nell, Auburn first vice-president Willis l.. Chandler, Montgomery; second vice. president, A. M. Mcintosh, Dadeville; secretary and treasurer, w D. Dunlap, Birmingham; executive board-C. F. Wheelock chairman, Birmingham; w D. Gay, Montgomery E. o. Fowlkes Mo- bile; J. H. Ivey, Talladega.
 The membership has increased rapidly since the organization of the union, until now almost every town in the state has a local union.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-26
IT WAS TRlLBY,
And Grand Success-The Birmingham Art League Furnishes an Evening of Rare
 Pleasure to Select Audience

Trilby," the topic of general conversa- ton the country over paid Birmingham visit last night and received at Seals, music hall.
 It was left to the Birmingham Art league to do the handsome, and we'll did the league perform It's duty. Of course every one was anxious to know who the afEimportant impersonator of this much talked of young woman would be- and when it was learned that Miss Lucy Ha- good had been selected by a majority vote qf9o--.. 200, and to whom a handsome painting was given in honor of the4event, the plaudit, Well done," was heard on all Isides.
 The programme comprised a series of visit last night and received at Seals tableaux and intersrersed were vocal and instrumental selections, the whole being greatly enjoyed on account of it's perfec- tion and the remarkable success of those who were placed in the cast.
 The entertainment opened with an overture, a selection from Chopin, by MT. and Mrs Oliver Chalifouxs
 Then followed the tableaux and other selections. each being raptuously ap- plauded and encored again and again.
 The quartette of Messrs. William Sta pleton, E. G. Stevens, J. A. Yates and F. S. Stone. "Malbrock Sen Vat'en Guerre," was excellently well rendered and was greatly enhanced by the tableau, Ma dame Has Mounted Her Tower" by Miss Viola Roden
 The song Ben Bolt" by Miss Patty Ruffner. with Miss Alice Smith In tableau as Sweet Alice, whose eyes were brown" was encored time after time and made a great hit Miss Ruffner sang with a soulful expression, and was the recipient of a nattering ovation. in which Miss Smith shared the honors by her beau tiful pose.
 'Twere useless to attempt descrip- tion of the several tableaux as each and every one of them were gems. The pos ing showed the master hand, and each in itself was study.
 ''Trilby," as fair as a Greek goddess, was the recipient of showers of hearty applause. and well did she merit it.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-26
THE MEAT OF FEM.
Last Nights News Dispatches Stripped of
 Hull and Husk.

The defense in the Durant examina- ton at San Francisco has made start ling change of front. It will try to show that pr. Gibson, pastor of the Emanuel Baptist church.. and not Durant, killed Miss Williams and Miss Lamont It was in support of this theory that Dr. Gibson Twas asked to give Durant's counsel specimens of his writing this morning. George Monteith, a we'll known attorney, discovered what led to this line of investigation. On the morn ing after the finding of Minnie Williams body the Call published a fac simle of names written on the margin of paper sent around the rings returned to Miss Lamont's aunt, Mrs. Noble. Monteith is an expert in handwriting, and says he discovered peculiarities in the writing which showed that both were in the same hand. He reported his discovery to DurantS counsel, and it is said that their investigations have satisfied them that Durants case has received a great deal of strength from it. Monteith was in court yesterday morning when Dr. Gibson submitted his specimens of writ ing, and says that the additional speci-
 mems make the resemblance between the preachers writing and that on the paper wrapper more remarkable
 McDonald's tobacco factory, the larg- est in Canada, burned last evening Loss, S250000 The place was crowded with employees, many of them girls, who were finishing their days work and preparing to leave for their homes. Exit was cut on and many of the girls had to jump from the upper floors to save their lives AmbulanceS were called and several girls were removed to the hospital badly in- Jured. In all eleven persons were in 1ured, several of whom will die.
 The free silver democrats of Iowa have determined to call state convention of bmetallists, to meet in Des Moines early in June and measures are being taken to | secure the attendance of Congressman w. k Bryan, Senator Wolcott and other free silver men of national reputation
 Fire at Charlotte, N. C., destroyed the immense brick warehouse of Sanders & Blackwood and several other buildings. Loss. $75,O00 to $100,000; partially insured
 It is stated that Secretary Carlisle will not participate in the Kentucky campaign until after the state conven- tion.
 The state convention of the Woman's Christian Temperance union of Georgia began its session at Savannah yesterday.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-26
ON LIFE's JOURNEY.
Mir. Joseph r. Halter and Bride Start Under
 Favorable Auspices.

MT. Joseph r. Halter and Bride Start Under
 Favorable Auspices.
 Mir. Joseph r. Halter and Miss Mamie Mccarthy were married at St Pauls Catholic church Wednesday afternoon at o'clock, Rev. Father P. H. O'Reilley Officiating Miss Nora Sullivan presided at the organ. Messrs. P. H. Linnehan and D. Cutcliffe were groomsmen, and Misses Annie Temple and B. Murphy the bridesmaids.
 After the ceremony at the church the newly welded couple repaired to the res idence of MT. William Cutcliffe, uncle of the bride, where a large number of friends of both had gathered to bid them Gods blessings and congratulations A sumptuous repast had been prepared and feasting and dancing was the order until late hour
 Many handsome and costly presents were displayed. which had been sent the young couple, among the number being a check for $500 from the groom's father MT. Joseph F. Halter, Sr, of Vincennes. Ind. handsome parlor set, from Messrs l.. and H. Saks and CO., employees of the groom in Saks' clothing house; enameled clock, r. H. Linnehan; parior lamps, MT. and Mrs. w. H. Cutclffe, MT. and Mrs. J: J. Curran and MT. and Mrs. M. J. Sullivan; silver butter dish. Sisters of St. Benedict; silver carving set, knife and sugar spoon, MT. and Mrs. M. Hal ter, VincenneS Ind
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-26
TERSELY TOLD.

Ben M. Jacobs & Bros sell furniture.
 Ladies' and gentlemen's Easter shoes Latest styles and lowest prices. Please come and see 2000 pairs of bran new shoes. T. c. King.
 The Odd Fellows of Blocton will ob- serve Memorial Day today in an appro- priate manner. Dr. k. A. Moseley of this city has been invited to deliver an address.
 The Odd Fellows of Patton will have a picnic today, for which great prepara- tions have been made. Among the speakers will be MT John T. Shugart of this city.
 MT. John T. Shugart returned yesterday from Ashville, where he has been the past few days engaged in the trial of a man named Harber, who is charged with mur- der A man named Smith was killed about two years ago and Harber and his father were charged with the crime. On former trial both were convicted and sentenced to ten years each in the peni- tentiary. The supreme court reversed the verdict and remanded the case. Old man Harber died a short time afterward
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-26
PERSONAL.

Mr. George Cater of Anniston was in the city yesterday.
 Mir Frank Grider of Winona, Miss, is visiting friends in the city.
 Mr. Gus Frank of New York is visiting Mrs. Forst at 1916 Fourth avenue.
 Miss Mary Clare Miner returned home last night from a visit to friends in Grif fin, Ga.
 : MT. w. H. Johnson, representing the Montgomery Advertiser, was In the city yesterday.
 MT. P B. Brown of Anniston came over last night to attend the convention of young Baptists
 Messrs. Lee Holt and B. B. Hudson went down to Carthage on the Alabama Great Southern yesterday to spend few days fishing.
 Ladies and gentlemen, please call and see 2000 pairs of bran new Easter shoes of the latest styles and lowest prices T. c. King, 2026 First avenue.
 Miss Edith Wheeler came up from Tus- kaloosa yesterday, where she is attend ing school, to visit her father, Maj. M. J. Wheeler, of the Florence hotel.
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-26
AN IMPORTANT EVENT.
Mecca Council No. 1, Grand Order of the 0ri- ent, to Have Their Annual Meet
 ing and Banquet Tonight

Tonight Mecca Council No. 1; Grand Order of the Orient, one of the leading secret organizations of this city, will hold an important meeting. It being the fifth annual meeting for the purpose of electing officers much interest is cen tered in the results. The order has grown wonderfully since its organiza- tion and now has roster of 150 active members
 After the meeting is adjourned the members will march in a body to the Peerless" where a banquet will be served and a number of interesting ad- dresses will be enjoyed.
 The Orientals are a jolly set, and know how to enjoy life
Birmingham age-herald., 1895-04-26
A NOTABLE GATHERING,
Baptist Young Peoples Union of
 Alabama
IN SESSION IN THIS CITY,
Representatives From All Sections of the State. Officers Eected-Welcoming Address and
 Response-Programme for Today


 The Baptist Young Peoples Union of Alabama convened in the First Baptist church at o'clock last night. The meet ing was opened with devotional services conducted by Maj l.. P Fleming of Br- mingham.
 The congregation sang "All Hail the Power of Jesus Name. after which MT, Moore of Pratt City led in prayer.
 Major Fleming read the third chapter of first John. MT. Johnson of Florence led in prayer
 President P. II. Nell of Auburn took charge at the conclusion of the devotional services and appointed c. F Wheelock of Birmingham to assist the secretary in en- rolling the delegates.
 MT. Wheelock stated that the recep- ton committe had a list of the delegates present and moved that il be received. The motion prevailed.
 The president stated that the next bus mess in order was the election of officers and Rev. J. A. French of Talladega nom mated MT. P II. Nell, Jr, for president to succeed himself and there being no other nominations the motion to elect hlm was unanimously adopted
 Other offices were filled as follows: First vice-president, Willis L. Chandler of Montgomery.
 Second vice-president, Dr. J. A. French of Talladega.
 Secretary and treasurer, W. D. Dunlap of Birmingham.
 On motion of Dr. B D. Gray of Bir- mingham the order of business recom- mended by the executive committee was adopted.
 pr. B. D. Gray pastor of the First Baptist church delivered the welcome ad- dress He said: "I did not know until q