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Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
A MUCH NEEDED REFORM.

Alabama may well congratulate itself upon it's present general assembly. It's members seem to be thoroughly im- pressed with the conviction that they were elected to serve the people, and are evidently addressing themselves to their duties in manner that promises to merit for them from their constituents the sin
 cere commendation: Well done, good
 and faithful servants"
 Already a number of measures have
 been presented by the legislature that no
 doubt will give relief to the people from
 the evils they are intended to correct, and it is safe to say that many others, looking to the correction of existing bur- dens, will be enacted before final ad- journment.
 In this connection, the State Herald de- sires to call the attention of the legis- lature to a matter of considerable im- portance to the tax payers. and especial ly to parties litigant in our courts of justice, wherein there is room and ne- cessity for reform that would result in great saving of money to the tax payers directly, and, incidentally. to parties whose misfortune 1t is to be compelled to engage in litigation.
 We felerrCu DIlelly h lew udyS ago lO the crude unsatisfactory and expensive methods of judicial procedure and ad- ministration now in force in this state, and incidentally referred to the report on that subject of a committee of the Alabama Bar association at it's meeting held in Montgomery in July, 1893. This report fully and ably discussed the de- fleets and evils of our present system of judicial administration and procedure, and makes some valuable suggestions for their correction, and 8 careful read ing of the same will convince members of the legislature that much improve ment can readily and easily be accom- plished by proper legislation.
 Attorneys of long experience have in- formed us that in addition to the much greater facility and expedition of the administration of justice that would re- suit from system based upon the re- port referred to, there would be saved annually to the tax payers of Alabama from at least s100,O00 to $150.000 in the
 cost of juries and other court expenses
 that have to be paid directly from the
 county and state treasuries, while a much larger sum would be saved to
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
THE NEW CITY ATTORNEY.

The city council made a wise choice in the election of MT. Robt. J. Lowe as city attorney. MT. Lowe is one of the ablest lawyers in the state, and has long stood in the front rank at the Birmingham bar. He represented Jefferson county at one time in the legislature. and was also a prominent candidate several years ago for congress from this district, and liked only a few votes of defeating MT. Bank head for the democratic nomination.
 He is personally very popular and as chairman of the city campaign, made one of the most gallant and effective fights that was ever conducted in the history of the city.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
MARRIED WoMAN's LAW.

While the solones are at work at Mont gomery they could proftably devote some time to the consideration of a mar ried woman's law. The present law re- latng to legal rights and liabilities of married women is a clumsy affair and opens wide the door to all manner of frauds Either let the married woman have all the rights of the unmarried woman, or else define concisely and clear ly her rights and repeal several minor provisions relating to filing of consent of husband, and consent in writing and the like, all of which are used more for fraudulent practices, as rule, than they are to benefit and defend the married woman. As rule the husband conducts the wifes business and manages her property, and he will attend to it as we'll when he does. not have the consent in writing as when he does.-Canebrake Herald f
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

We congratulate the people for having as their governor a man who is the choice of a very large majority of the white men of the state; a man whose private and public character is pure and spot less; a man who will make Alabama 8 governor of whom her people will be proud, and whose administration will re- fleet credit upon himself and the state which he represents as it's chief eXecu- tive. The addresss of Gov. Johnston was just such a one as could have been ex- pected from the practical, sensible man that he is. It dealt with the industrial situation in the state and was intended to stimulate the people in their efforts to develop the material wealth which is to be found in every section of the state. It sounded the keynote of his adminis- tration, which is to promote the devel- opment of the many resources of the state and improve the condition of her peeple.-Anniston Hot Blast.
 Gov. Joseph Johnston was inaugural ed today. His inaugural address favorS education upon more liberal system, He thinks the present methods inefi- cient He also fayors a. new constitu- tion and advocates a call for a conven- tion Upon the whole his address will prove an instructive and progressive paper. Truly the Tribune trusts pro- gressive results may follow.-Huntsville Tribune.
 The governors first message to the assembly deserves more than the pass ing notice that we are able to give it this morning. While not in any respect a remarkable document-and such it could hardly be, treating as it does of many trite subjects-yet it has not the fault of being commonplace. The gov ernor's recommendations are we'll ad- yanced and with most of them we hearti- 1y agree. We observe with pleasure that he intends to let time close Alabama's S political wounds, if time will do it. He speaks a wise word in favor of modera- tion and good fellowship, and then de- votes himself altogether to the special interests of the state. The prime inter- est that of the making of new consti- tuition for the state, receives his warm support, and we very much hope that by his influence the assembly may be in- duced to issue the call for an expression of public opinion upon this subject.-Mo- bile Register. .,5
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
UNITED STATES GRAND JURY
 REpOI1n

The United States grand jury reported the following true bills:
 Henry Ledbetter, illicit distilling; George Wooten, retail liquor dealer; John Dutton, same; Sam Walls, same; M. A. Wimpey, same; John Dunstan, illicit distilling; ". H. Thomas. retail liquor dealer; s. W. Nolen, illicit distiling; Henry Pitts, retail liquor dealer J. J. Thompson, illicit distilling; Bart Pearson, retail liquor dealer; Henry SamueIs. same; Henry c. Watson illicit distilling; James Barnett, retail liquor dealer; Thomas Griffin, illicit distilling; Viii Walker, illicit distilling; Graniel Chiles, retail liquor dealer; Walton Holzenbach, counterfeiting
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

There are a half dozen or more plates turned up for the solicitorship of Jet ferson county, and the friends of each are hard at work. As this is Gov. John ston's home, and it seems he will ap- point. instead of the election being made by the legislature, he is in condition to select wisely both as to the capacity of the official and the claims he holds at the hands of the party for recognition, The State Herald has no favorite in this fight. We only desire that the Governor appoint a good officer, and one whose de- mocracy he can measure by his own halb bushel.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
ENTIRELY DIFFERENT.

Detroit Free Press
 'Is not my performance different from any other actor?" asked the inflated Thespian at the stage door of the De troit Opera House.
 "It is, indeed
 "Is not my conception entirely original and different from all others?"
 "No doubt about it.'
 "Is not the reading of the lines differ ent from the reading of alleged actors? "Unquestionably."
 Are not my stage pastures different from those of many who masquerade as actors?"'
 "Of course.'
 And my makeup is different from the inartistic makeup of most Thes- pians?"
 "Very different"
 q have been told I resembled Edwin Booth,-"
 "Yes."
 "You have noticed? In what way dc I resemble him, sir?'
 You see different"
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

parties litigant, their witnesses, etc. With such a saving, directly and indi- rectly to the people, in view and prob- able, the legislature should and no doubt will investigate the matter of reform Tn our judicial administration and prooed- ure, and grant such remedial legislation as may be necessary to that end.
 The published proceedings of the Ala hama State Bar association, held at Montgomery in 1893, contains the report of it's committee on judicial and remedial procedure, as appendix F, and can be found, no doubt, in the supreme court li- brary
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

Birmingham to attend the annual meet ing to be held there on Dec. 5. Presi- dent Powers feels certain that next sea- son will be the banner one of the Southern league. He expects to launch 1t with eight or nine strong clubs, which will finish the season in a bunch. It is safe to say that New Orleans will be repre- scented by another team of champions.
 Birmingham has Q franchise in the Southern league and the fact that a meeting of the magnates is to be held here tomorrow would indicate that an effort will be made to have the city again rep resented in the association.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

jury and verdict of giulty with recom- mendation to the court for mercy.
 Joseph E. Smith, illicit distillng; jury and verdict of guilty.
 Henry Ledbetter, same; plea of guilty and remanded
 David Barges, retail liquor dealer; jury and verdict of not guilty
 Moses Barger, same, (two cases); jury and verdict of not guilty
 George Glenn. same; dismissed.
 Zeke Howell, same; same order.
 Also B. Daley, robbing a postoffice; sealed verdict
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
A PARSONS BLESSING.
Atlanta Constitution.

In one of the rural districts a Georgia minister was invited to dine with a citi- zen. who. though wealthy, furnished his table poorly. When they were seated the host said:,
 Times air mighty tight parson, an we ain't got nothing much ter set before you, but, sich as it Is, you are welcome. Will you ask a blessin' on what you seer"
 The parson, observing the scant repast, Mfted up his voice and said:
 Lord, make us thankful for what we see, and may we be able to find 1t when we reach for it, Let 1t not escape us and prove a snare and a delusion. Amen. Thank you for the greens"
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
HENRY D. CLAYTON.

E Hon. Henry D. Clayton, congressman elect of the Third district, who was re- moved by the stuffed prophet from the office of United States district attorney, which he filled so satisfactorily, "per- niclous activity" was in the city yes- terday. The people of Selma love Henry Clayton. He is one of Alabamas braini- est young men and democrat and the people of this commonwealth will some day call him to higher honors There is brilliant future in store for Henry Clayton-Selma Times.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
WILL MAKE A GOOD MAYOR.

The new mayor of Birmingham is a newspaper man, MT. Frank V. Evans, and a good one. He has had much ex- perience in moulding public opinion and in saving the country" but has also been a municipal officer and legislator He Is young man of bright mind and pleasing manner. He will give Birm- ingham progressive administration Mobile Register.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
THE COURTS.

The following cases were disposed of in the criminal court yesterday morn- ing:
 Ed Weston, burglary and grand lar ceny; guilty.
 Tom Nelms, plea of guilty to petit lar ceny.
 Joe Florence, grand larceny; plea of guilty.
 Charley Johnson. same; plea of guilty
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
MAGNIFICENT CHRYsANTHEMUMs.

Governor Johnston was presented Tuesday with rare collection of the most magnificent chrysanthemums ever seen in the city of Montgomery. This floral gift was rendered by Mesdames A. J. Driver and J. Thomas Hefin, of La Fayette. as token of the esteem in
 which he is held by the representative
 womep of Chambers county.-Montgom-
 erV .JourO1I
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
STICKS TO HIS CONVICTIONS.

The editor of the Alabama Cumberland Presbyterian. writing of his trip to Selma, makes the following statement of the State Herald:
 Returning by way of Birmingham, we called a moment, on the editor of the State Herald, finding him very busy, but not too busy to give us @ kindly greet ing. This was our first meeting. He is evidently a man of convictions, with courage to express them.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

Coxey is out with a platform for the year 1900 containing about thirty blanks one of which is for the demonstration of gold as well as silver, and another to allow land to be held by actual settlers only Coxey opposes the renomlnation of Bryan, but is too modest to name his candidate-St. Louis Globe Democrat.
 Coxey doubtless wishes to build a plank road to Washington
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
WILL WE HAVE BALL?

Southern Association of Ball Clubs to
 Meet Here Tomorrow
 The following in last nights Southern Associated Press report will be read with interest by all lovers of the national game:
 New Orleans, Dec. 3.-Henry Powers, president of the Southern Association of base ball clubs, will leave tomorrow for
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

There is every reason why the Sun day freight train business should be stopped. and not single reason why it should be continued, except that the railroad corporations by being permit ted to desecrate the Sabbath, can pile up more dollars.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

The newspapers over whose protest the democrats who control the present leg fsature were nominated and elected are very liberal in their suggestions as to what the general assembly should and should not do
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
CITY COuRT

In the city court the jury in the case of Bush and Prewitt, administrators, vs. Southern Railway company, returned a verdict for the plaintiff for s3,000
 Two cases were filed in the city court clerks office, as fellows:
 James A. Allen, administrator of Lee Mcconnell, vs. Southern Railway com pany, S10.000 damages. Plaintiff alleges that Lee Mcconnell was Q 16-year-old boy, and was riding on the rods of a car of defendant company. A hagman named Hayes forced the boy from the rods while the car was in motion by beating him with a stick. In getting off the rods McConnsll fell and was killed.
 Mary A. Billingsiey, administratrlx of William BilliIgsley, vs. Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railway company, S10e e0) dam ages. Plaintiff ayers William Billings ley was killed by freight train while walking by the side of defendant com pany's track at Pratt City on Feb. 8, this year.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

Charles A. Collier was elected mayor of Atlanta Thursday without opposition. MT. Collier is better known to the public as one of the most active workers in the getting up of the Atlanta exposition. For several months his election as mayor has been conceded He will make most ex cellent official.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
THE GOVERNORS MESSAGE.
What the State Papers Have to Say About Governor Johnstons
 First Paper.

If anyone had doubts about Governor Johnston's thorough familiarity with the states condition, and it's many public institutions those doubts have been dis pelled by a careful reading of his first message to the legislature.-Montg Journal.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

When Baptist churches begin to sent out for Methodist ministers to reorganizC them, MT. Cleveland may expect cal to reorganize the democratic party hardly before then.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

The new city officials have taken the oath of office-past differences have been buried-general good feeling again per meates the city, "and great is Birming~ ham,"
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
BITS OF WIT.
PASSING oF THE MULE cAR.

gAoS1NGT UT TIE MULE CAf(.. The G. and P. road is covered with dust. But sturdy and staunch it stands; And the City Park track is red with rust, And it's cars ride but picnics. and bands. Time was when the G. F. road was new. And collected a lot of fare; And that was the time when the deal
 went through, & That built them and put them there. "Now we'll never go back on the mule"
 they said.
 And we will not make any noise;" So, turning their back on the trolley shed, They stuck to the mule car joys. And as they were dreaming, a northern
 throng
 Built all other lines anew; The years are many, the years are long, But the G. and P. road is true. Aye, faithful to mules of Kaintuck it
 stands,
 Each car on it's same old wheels; Awaiting for passengers anywhere, Stopping anon for meals. And we wonder. as waiting these long
 years through,
 If ever the time will come, When the G. and P. road will kill all it's And give us the trolley's hum.
 CARRIED IT OUT. "I will sell my life dearly" he hissed
 through his teeth.
 One look at that Honine head And those fire-fashing orbs, the great
 eyebrows beneath, &t Would convince you he meant what he
 said Still, there were some who harbored a
 doubt As to whether he'd make good his
 threat, Which he did-for his autobiography's
 out And it costs you ten dollars the set.
 CHARLES J. COUPON. Mrs. Benham-"Where shall we sit In church next year?"
 Benham-"I don't care; I'm getting so I can sleep anywhere. New York Jour- nal.
 She-There is a world of poetry in the solemn night hours.
 He-You just bet there is; it excites the news of thousand cats in our neigh bor-hood every night.
 Son-Are aldermen good wrestlers? Father-Why, my son, do you ask such a question?
 Son--Because Willie Boxley told me his father was thrown down by an alder man who promised to get him job
  the soap there is in the room? :. Landlady (decidedly)-Yes, sir, all will allow you.
 New Roomer-Well, I'll take two more rooms. Ive got to wash my face in the morning.
 Author describing play)--Then, in scene where you trample' on all the ties or affection, you
 Actor-Cut that out.
 ( .- ( tl,.l tnye0 Q very strong scene
 Actor-I don't care. I don't propose to tramp on any ties. It's too sugges- tiye.-LarkS.
 Weary Willle-Yes, poor old Slobsy lost heart completely and committed suicide. He couldn't stan dis cruel, heartless world no longer. Flowery Fields-Everybody against him. suppose?
 Weary Willie-Yes; everywhere he went folks wuz offerin' him jobs.-Judge. "Missus," said Meandering Mike, twas you ever g. collector?" , "Yes. I've collected stamps and coins and souvenir spoons"
 'Den you kin sympt'ize wit me. I'm a collector" -,=t.s
 "Of mud, judging by your shoes" Nom. Dat ain't me speciality. I've got de button fad. I've got more'n 700 different kinds O campaign buttons; all I need, and what l come ter ax yer fur, is coat ter wear 'em on."-Washington Star. nr s .-
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
UNITED STATES COURT.

The following docket was disposed of in the United States court:
 J. M. Key, perjury; dismissed.
 A. C. Key, perjury; dismissed.
 M. l.. Stephens, perjury; dismissed. Paul Whittle, perjury; dismissed.
 Lincoln Hammer, perjury; jury and verdict of not guilty.
 Sam Campbell, retailing liquor with out license; jury and verdict of not guilty.
 Emory c. Hall, of Oneonta. was ad- mstted to practice in the United States court as an attorney, solicitor, etc.
 A. c. Key, breaking into postofiice;
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

From the latest advices from Cuba it appears the victims are Havana filed"
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

There is very little kicking these cold nights by the tramp when the cop runs him in.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
BIRMINGHAM STATE HERALD
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Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
A PRoFANE PARROT SUICIDES.

Atlanta Constitution.
 In Gainesville, Fla, there was until two weeks ago parrot of splendid swearing ability. In the same house with the parrot was a crow. Before the crow had been in captivity year he initiated the chickens. Then the parrot was purchased. Neglect merely drove the crow into ac- tlvty. He remembered Polls choicest phrases, and repeated them off hand. That was six months ago. When the button craze developed the crow collected number of buttons and learned the in- scrlptions. One morning he released his itinerary of phrases at Poll It required two hours of steady ora tory. The next day the parrot was dead, his head thrust through the cage bars.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04
WITH THE STATE EDITORS

READ THE NEWS FROM UTAH.
 Doubtless Alabama lawmakers had read the news from Utah of man named Cannon who ran for state senator and was beaten by his wife by more than 1000 majority, as they fail to grant wo- man the rights to debate the law in the courts of our state.-Collinsville Clipper.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

MT. Cleveland is said to be preparing his post-mortem oration to congress-
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

Uncle Bob-"Hallo. Tommy What part most?"
 Tommy-"Oh, on the steamer, when papa and mamma and nurse were sick. and the captain let me help him run the ship. I tell you what had bully time that day."-Harper's Bazar.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

R. [. Stevenson, Prof. Henry Drum mond and "Tan Maclaren" were class mates at the Edinburgh university;~and net one of the three won distinction as a student.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-12-04

There can be no question about what will be the character of success that will crown the efforts of MT. Cleveland to reorganze the democratic party A man who has thrice been the nominee of the democratic party for President and twice elected by the party to the office, and who at the close of his second admin istration turns up in the ranks of the political stiffs who bolted the democratic party and assembled in convention in Indianapolis and resolved themselves into an laid society" for the republican party is pre-eminently fitted for the job of reorganizing the democratic party.
The courier. (Lincoln, Neb.) 1894-1903, 1896-11-07

NOTICE.

Know all men by these presents that the
undersigned have this day formed corpora
ton to be known by the name OF The Nebraska
Pant and Suit Company. with the principal
in the state Of Nebraska. The nature Of said
business shall be the making Of pants and
suits generally, and the doing Of all things
necessary for the prosecution Of said business
The capital stock shall be 5000, divided into
shares Of $lC0. each all fully subscribed and
paid for. The highest amount Of Indebtedness
shall not at any time exceed the sum of 1000.
Said business shall be conducted by a board Of
three directors, chosen at the annual meeting
provided for in the articles of incorporate /,
and until such time the incorporators afore-
said shall constitute such board.
OSCAR II. OAKLEY.
J.. K. THOMPSON.
ISABELLA A. OAKLEY.
Nov. %.