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Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
PERSONAL.

A. c. Loeb of Gadsden is in the city. M. George of Tuskaloosa is in the city.
 S. M. Cordel of Goodwater is in the city.
 Frank l.. Pettus of Selma is in the city.
 R. S. Shaw of Jacksonville is at the Morris. D. M. Eaton of Woodward is visitor to the city. c. F. Robbins of Aldrich arrived in the city yesterday
 John Allen of Macon is visiting his brother, Vassar Allen, Esq, in this city.
 J. K Richardson and Ike Friedman of TuskaIoosa were noted among yester- days visitors.
 s. M. Boles of Piedmont is visiting his brother. Mr. w. J. BoIes, secretary of the Commercial club.
 A. l.. McCulla of the Postal Telegraph company of Memphis is in the city on a short visit to his parents.
 MT. E. J. Smyer and wife have moved into their new home on South Twentieth street and Thirteenth avenue.
 MT. H. l.. Wilhelm, representative of the Cincinnati Post, is in the city taking a birdseye view of the election in Ala bama for his paper.
 Dr. Roland of East Birmingham in tended to take his summer vacation last week, but postponed it for several days in order to vote for Johnston and the full democratic ticket.
 Mir. Louis Gelders and wife left Sunday to spend a few weeks at Cullman. MT. GeIders returned yesterday to cast his ballot for democracy. He says he has found the greatest summer resort in all Alabama.
 Gentlemen, fear that will carry over 1000 pairs of tans, but if cutting the price at and less than first cost will move them then we will not have one pair left I mean just that. Please remember that our stock of Canister shoes are com plete. We carry about $4000 in those shoes all the time. Free shine to those who wear our shoes. T. O King, 2026 First
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
COTTON MILLS SHUT DOWN. Thousands of Employees Out of Work. Nearly 2, ,0o0, ,0Oo Spindles Idle.

Fall River, Mass, Aug. 3.-'Fhe largest curtailment of production for any one week since the agreement went into ef- feet is going on this week. The follow ing mills are stopped: Barnard, Border City, Chace, Conanicut, Devol, Durfee, Fall River Iron Works company, Fall River Manufactory, Granite, Hargraves No. 2, Mechanics, Merchants, Metacomet, Narragansett, Osborne No. 1, Pecasset, Robinson, Shove. Slade. Stevens, Tecum- sch, Union and Wampanoag. There are 1.759 794 spindles and Al. .122 looms idle.
 Besides those in Stevens mills there are 17,114 operatives idle in all The American Linen company started up to- day after shut down for twenty-eight days. This shut down was be- gun before the general agreement was made, owing to small stock. The Co., nanicut is shut down for week for changes and slight repairs. The Wam- panoag is on it's fifth week of shut down, additional time being taken to allow of making repairs.
 The Merchants and several other cor porations begin their second proceed of Q two weeks curtailment today. while the Mechanics is on its fourth week of shut down.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
COMMITTED SUICIDE.
Horace G. Young Shools Himself Through the Heart-Wanted No Funeral-Promi-
 nent Young Broker and Politician.

Chattanooga, Aug. 3.-With remarka- ble nerve and cool deliberation Horace G. Young took his own life this afternoon on Lookout mountain. Three negro Wo- men, while passing wooden place on the road about 400 yards from Lookout Inn, heard a pis- tol shot, and going in it's direction dis covered Young sitting bolt upright against tree with bullet hole over his heart, but life had fled. Guests from the hotel presently found that the dead mans clothing was burning and large hole burned in his shirt. The suicide had held pistol pressed against his breast with his left hand, while the right snapped the trigger. An unaddressed letter directed the finders of the body to his office safe for instructions as to the remains. The suicide was one Of the most popular men in this community and for eighteen years a prominent politician and business man of Chattanooga. At the time of his death he was an extensive money broker. He had few superiors as an expert bookkeeper, and was for many years back tax collector for the city, be- sides holding other offices. In his safe was found a letter to an undertaken, with whom he had frequently talked as to the manner in which he desired to be buried. In substance the letter asked that he be buried on the north side of the Tennessee. but that no funeral with it's ceremonial be accorded the remains. lie preferred to be carried to the grave Tn the dead wagon
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04

a reargument of the question decided adrersly by the vote of a majority of one, and that judge reversed the decislo he had given on the first argument.
 MT. Bryan was nominated without any preeoncerted action of political lead CTS, and was not the choice or tool of syndicate. His nomination was the spon- taneous expression of the representatives of the people from every section of our country. His record, his public life and his pure character are guarantees that # elected he will carry out the principles embodied in the platform. The so-called democrats who refuse to support him are actuated by selfish motives.
 "No better reason exists for the over throw of the gold party than in the il- lustration furnished few days since, when the hoarders of gold in the east were able to release $25, ,000, 900 of the pre- ciouS metal from their vaults and supply the same to the government to prevent another bond issue, which they feared might be fatal to them in this campaign. One might ask why their patriotism was not large enough to do the same thing in time to prevent the last bond issue, which increased our public debt $l5O,0O0,- 900 and compelled the people to pay $6 6000000 interest per year in gold to the very men who object to paying an income tax.
 "The free and unlimited coinage of sil- yer at the rate of 16 to 1 will be of the
 
 try is suffering from a restricted cur rency. There is nothing in the argument that free coinage will decrease the pur- chasing power of the American dollar
 "To acknowledge that we must wait for England to adopt bmetallism before we undertake to do so Is to acknowledge that we are inferior to England You might with the same force say that we ought to have built the monitor during the civil war because Egland had not yet adopted that style of naval architecture. England followed us very closely after we fioated the first iron ship, and she will be compelled to follow us after we adopt bimetallism.
 This is a contest between the masses and the classes, a battle for emancipation from syndicate and trust rule. The peo- pie of the west and south, who have sui fered more from these conditions than the people of the east, have taken the initiative, and I am fully convinced that as the campaign progresses the people will become more enlightened on the sub ject, and when full light is thrown upon it they will realize the danger that con fronts them and elect MT Bryan presi- dent of the United States"
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
SHOT AT THE CABANAs.
Two More Cuban Patriots Die for Country.
 A Fierce Engagement.

Havana, Aug. 3.-Antonio Pena Lopez and Narcisso Rodriguez Lopez, respec lively a lieutenant and private in the insurgent army, were shot today at the Cabanas fortress for the crime of rebel lion against the Spanish government, and Nunez Bravo, the rebel prefect of Santiago de Cuba, was executed yester- day. at Santo Domingo for the same crime.
 A fierce engagement between rebels and government troops is reported to have taken place in the vicinity of Melones, near Manzanillo. The Spanish force con- sisted of only 100 soldiers, while the in- surgents numbered 1000. The govern ment troops were defeated and compelled to retreat. Two Spanish lieutenants were killed. and their commander of the troops and a large number of his force were wounded. The rebel losses were heavy.
 Yellow fever and smallpox are increas- ing throughout the island, and in cer- tain localities have become epidemic. The authorities are advocating measures to prevent the spread of the disease and to diminish the high death rate.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
Ex-District Attorney RIdgeway Indorses
 Nominees and Platform

Ex-District Attorney RIdgeway Indorses
 Nominees and Platform
 Ex-District Attorney James W. Ridg-
 way of Brooklyn Is passing the summer
 with his family at his country residence
 at Sayville, l.. I. The house, which IS
 generally referred to by the country folk
 as "the Ridgway mansion," is only
 short distance from the shore, and one of
 the handsomest in that section of the
 country. MT. Ridgway sat on the veran-
 da yesterday, and expressed himself in
 favor of Bryan and the democratic plat form.
 q am for Bryan he said, and think the democrats in Kings county will generally support him. I cannot conceive how any man protesting belief in democratic principles can refuse to
 suppstt Bryan. The platform is certain Iy democratic. It proclaims tariff for revenue only, which is fundamental democratic principle. It has always been contended that the power of the | government under the constitution, to raise revenue, could not go beyond the sum necessary to support the govern ment, honestly and equitably admins tered. A tariff for revenue only, lived up to. would enable the government to ex- act from the people in the way of taxa ation, sum only sufficient to meet the legitimate expenses of the government. 'The convention also declared in favor of the income tax. Every democrat ought to support that plank in the plat form, because it tends to equalize the burdens of taxation. There is no reason why the banker of Wall street should evade his share of the governments ex- penses, and in so doing throw his burden upon the poor man, who is thereby com pelIed to pay the shares of both.
 "The criticism upon that plank of the platform referring to the decision of the United States supreme court on the in- come tax lacks force, and fails to 5usti- fy the harsh term revolution applied 10 It by the gold party. The supreme court of the United States, since it's formation, ha 1, whenever the question was submit ted to it. upheA-the constitutionality of an incume tax. The present court was l equally divided on>the subject. but upon
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
Horses and Men Injured.

Indianapolis, Ind, Aug. 3-A car con- taining number of horses valued at $6O,- 900 and owned by J. E. Bush of I1ouis- vile was upset in wreck caused by a
 hot journal at North Indianapolis early this morning on the Big Four road. All of the horses were badly injured. David Barnum. who was in charge of the car; Dennis Porter of Louisville and George Pagan of Lexington were slightly in- jured, and Charles Brock of Louisville
 was seriously but not fatally injured. The horses were on the road from Free port, H.. 10 Louisville, where they were to rest preparatory to resuming their races. Those hurt were: May Queen, years old, no record; Hal Corker, 2:12; Sally Bronson, 2:17A; King Henry and Minnie B., colts; Side Foe, 2:15; Buster, sustain heavy loss at
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
SOWING HIS WILD OATS.
The Young Man Killed on the |. & N. Son of Wealthy Citizen of Fort Worth, Tex.

Fred Arnsworth, the young white man who was killed in the Louisville and Nashville wreck the other day, 1t deyel- oped, was the son of wealthy gentle man of Fort Worth, Tex, who telegraph ed that the remains be embalmed and shipped to that city.
 The supposition is that the young man was rather wild and was out taking in the world sowing his wild oats, which resulted in serious market His body was not mangled, but was bruised in several place and his right leg broken above the hin
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
Dissolved Copartnersh1p.

New York, Aug. 3.-It was stated at the office of Peckham, Warner & Strong, attorneys, today that the co-partnership of Howard Lockwood & Co had been dis solved. The partners were Mrs. Carrie Alers of Hanckey and MT. William Pinckney Hamilton. George Maslin was appointed receiver and William G. Choate referee. It is understood that the step was taken by the partners in a friendly proceeding, because the partner ship articles did not provide for liqu1da- tion. The referee will pass the accounts of the firm. It is said further that the firm is perfectly solvent and that no change will be made in the system or carving on the business. MT. Maslin is given full power to conduct the affairs or the firm and patrons will be served as usual The announcement Is made that there are no business troubles involved; that there are practically no liabilities and about $200, 900 assets. The court pro ceedings were on joint application of counsel for both parties.
 Howard Lockwood St Co.,, whose es- tablishment has long been known as "The Lockwood Press" prints or pub fishes the Paper Trade Journal, the American Stationer, the American Book maker, the American Mail and Express Journal and Lockwoods Dictionary of the paper and allied trades.
 Have your prescriptions filled at Nor
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
BRYAN'S ITINERARY
Will Leave Friday for Chicago--Then [,
 New York fl

Lincoln, Neb., Aug. 3.-The much studied itinerary of MT. Bryan has at last been settled definitely. He will leave Lincoln Friday, August 2. at 2:O5 a. m., by the Rock Island route, and is due to reach Des Molnes at 9:30 o'clock that night. The nominee will make a speech at Des Moines Saturday morn ing he will leave for Chicago, where the train is due at p. m. The itinerary of the journey from Chicago to New York will stand as previously announced in thess dispatches, the trip being made by the Pennsylvania railroad with a stop over at Pittsburg Monday night.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
Rubber Works Close Down.

Waterbury, Conn.,, Aug. 3.-The Good year India Rubber Glove Manufacturing company and the Goodyear Metallic Rubber Shoe company, both of Nauga- tuck, which, collectively. have a capacity for the employment of HOO operatives. have closed down for an indefinite time as the result of dull business. Their shut down has caused much depression in business In Naugatuck.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
New Workers to Meet Ii Hung Chang.


 New York Sun.
 A committed in no respect official has been organized to receive u Hung Chang upon his arrival in this city and make his stay as agree able for him IS possible. It is not expected that he will remain here mora than a day or two, in view of the fact that diplomatic courtesy insists that as an ambassador from China he must appear at Washington as soon as convenient after his arrival in this coun- try. The committee that will receive him is composed, for the most part. of men who have been brought into business or personal relations with China and the Chinese government, and who wish to show their respect for that countryS bsst known statesman. This committee includes three eX-ministers to China, a son of a former minister to that country, a West Point graduate who served two years in the Chinese army and son of a former president of the United States, who accompanied his father in trip around the world and on that occasion had the honor of being presented to Lii Hung Chang. It Is noticeable that al- though New York's Chinese colony is relatively large it has no representa- ton on the committee. and if 1t had it's repro sentative wouldn't be received by Lii Hung Chang because of his caste. Every European country is represented in New York by colony that numbers men whose social standing would entitle them to place on such reception com- mlttea were the ambassador to be re- ceived to come from their native land. If the Chinese in this city want to get glimpse of L.i Hung Chang they will have to take their chance with the curious crowd that may get sight of him in the street. Iii Hung Chang will arrive in New, York about the middle of Septem- Der, unless there Is a change In his plans. There is apparently more curiosity to see Lii Hung Chang in this city than there was to see Japan's successful field mar shal, and he is undoubtedly more orl- ental and novel.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
RHODE ISLAND DEMOCRATS
Denounce the Chicago Platform Delegates
 to Indianapolis Convention.

to Indianapolis Convention.
 Providence, R. l., Aug. 3.-A meeting of the .'sound money democrats of Rhode Island was held in this city today and resulted in the issuing of circular to the democrats of the state denouncing the Chicago platform and candidates, and declaring that the action of the state central committee in ratifying the action of the Chicago convention was ill-ad- vised and in direct opposition to the last expressed opinions of the democrats of the state. A committee was also ap- pointed to select delegates to the India napolis conference
 Those present at the meeting favored the indorsement of Mckinley on plat form declaring in favor of tariff for rev enue only.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
Nortons Pharmacy is the place to have your prescriptions filled.
A Test for sensick ness.

San Francisco Post.
 Many people have a genuine curiosity to know if they would be seasick in casa they should take an ocean voyage. An easy way to put the matter to a test is to stand before the ordinary bureau mirror that turns in it's frame and let some one move it slowly and slightly at first, and gradually growing faster. If you feel no effect whatever from it the chances are that you can stand an ordinary sea voy- age without any auaIm.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
- . -
 Al stria's Union,

Berlin, Aug. 3.-The Kreuz Zeitung says that Austria proposes to create an international union to protect the cen tral European grain producers against American competition. This proposal Is made in view of probable future aggres- sive economic legislation on the part of the United States.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
Campaign Open in Virginia

fredericksburg. Va, Aug 3.--Ths free silver campaign was opened in Virginia today at Spottsylvanin Court House by Hon. William A. Jones, democratic nomi- nee for congress in the First district, and late delegate to Chicago. A thousand persons listened to Mir. Jones.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
A North Dakota Cyclone.

Grafton. N. D., Aug. 3.-A cyclone did considerable damage to buildings about a mile south of Grafton early this morn- ing. Peter Peterson's house was entirely destroyed, but only two of the occupants were injured. An old lady was blown out in the wreck and her shoulders badly in- jured. A boy 4 years old was badly cut on the head. Going east the cyclone turned school house and granary around and did more or less damage.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
pronped Dead in Blocton.

Blocton, Aug. 3.-(Specia1)- Rob- inson. wife of pr. s. F. Robinson, of this place dropped dead this morning about 10 o'clock. There was no one present al the time except the servants and two 1it- tie children The servants placed her on d bed. but she was dead before medical aid could reach her.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
CROWNS OF THORNS
And Crosses of Gold Worn by Kentucky
 Democrat

Frankfort, Ky, Aug. 3.-The free sil- V, democarts opened the campaign here fais afternoon by big parade and E eech- making. The parade was headed by a line of cavalry from the country v-i.h crowns of thorns and crosses of gold w.-.le between every twenty or thirty Lu.seman were carried printed signs with the words: We shall rout the gold bugs and Wall street."
 The cavalrymen wore white shirts with ZIG to r painted in large black letters. Addresses were made by Hon. John D. Carroll, Judge Joseph H. Lewis and ex- ! Norney General William Hendrick.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
Tragedy Followed the Speech of Louis
 Parsons at Talladega Springs.

Anniston, Aug. 3.-(Special)-At the conclusion of public political address at Talladega Srings Saturday afternoon by Lewis Parsons, a fuslonist, dispute arose between Frank Beasley, demo- crat, and fusionist named Joe Little john, both of whom had been drinking. The quarrel resulted in Littlejohn draw ing his knife and rushing on Beasley, who was unarmed, and almost disem- bowelling him. Littlejohn then fled and escaped. Beasley has since died from his iniurieS
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
CHICAGO STOCK EXCHANGE
Will Close Down Today Indefinitely
 Stock Well Protected.

Stock Well Protected.
 Chicago, Aug. 3.-Moore Bros, pro- motors of the Diamond Match company, and the New York Biscuit company. an- nounced tonight that they had failed. A meeting of prominent financiers and Chicago bankers was held about mid- night at the residence of one of them on the Southside and it was agreed by them to close the Chicago stock exchange in- definitely tomorrow at 10 a. m., These gentlemen said 1t was the only course for them to pursue, and that as far as they were concerned their stock was margined to figure which would protect fbapo
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
A Receiver Apnointed

New York, Aug 3.--A receiver was to- day appointed for the firm of Baron & Newman manufacturers of knit goods. Tbe liabilities of the firm are stated to be about $100,000 and the assets $120.000.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-08-04
Judge Pratt Dead

Brooklyn, Aug. S.---Judge Calvin E. Pratt of the supreme court died at his farm at Rochester, Mass, this morning. He was brigadier-general of volunteers during the war and had for many years been one of hte judges of the supreme court.