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Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
ITS 4 VER|TABLE DEUCE Southeast Kansas Flooded as
 Never Before. MANY TOWNS SUBMERGED Thousands of Acres of Crops and Miles of Rail- roads Under Water-Situation at
 St. Louis.

Fort Scott, Ks, May 23.-A rainfall of from to 10 inches in southeast Kansas yesterday has flooded this corner of the state as it was never known to be before. It has rained here every twentyfour hours for over two weeks, and the wealth CT is still threatening. Many miles of railroad and thousands of acres of grow ing crops in Coffey, Anderson and Lynn counties are under water, while many towns are submerged. Two miles of the Missouri Pacific railroad in Anderson county have been washed away, and the company is endeavoring to save ten miles which is under water. On the Kan sas City, Fort Scott and Memphis rail- road in Lynn county freight cars are standing half submerged and the road runs through a lake fifteen miles long. The damage to property and crops can not be estimated now.
 Within l Foot of the Danger Line.
 St. Louis, May 23.-The flood in the Mis- sssippi touched the 27 foot gauge at 9 o'clock this morning. This is within foot of the danger line. Preparations for moving quickly have been made by peo- pie living on the eastern side of the river above East St. Louis, but unless high winds prevail it is believed that the rail- road and turnpike embankment will be
 
 waters. The flood from the Missouri river Is expected to empty into the Mis- sissippi by Monday. The extent of this increase can only be estimated, but 1t is believed that 1t will force the river above the high water record of four years ago. Throughout Missouri and southern Iowa rain ceased to fall yesterday, but in southern Illinois the flood continues. Communication was restored last night with Warsaw, Mo, after an interruption since Wednesday morning. The storm was severe in that section and the dam age to property and crops was very heavy The Osage river is on the ram page and further damage is feared. The tracks of the Sedalia, Warsaw and South western railroad are washed away for miles and it will be a week before traffic can be resumed. In the Ozark region the James river is out of its banks and crops are ruined. In southern Missouri the Gasconade, Big Piney and Meramec rivers are washing away crops, and the loss of property will be very great before the floods cease.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
Fine Home Grown Vegetables.

In the Northside vegetable market yes- terday a State Herald reporter was shown some fine specimens of tomatoes, cabbages, carrots, cucumbers, Irish pota- toes. beets, squashes, lettuce, radishes, onions and celery raised in Jones valley. The vegetables were fresh, and showed up with those shipped here from Florida. They were raised on the truck farm of s. Rietta & Bros, in the Smthfield addl-
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
Brushes and glass-Mayberry & Watso
southern Freieht Men Adjourn.

Fort Monroe, Va, May 23.-A conven- tion of the Southern States Freight asso- citation, presided over by Col. H. S. Haines, chairman, of Atlanta, closed. a weeks session here this evening. About seventy-five delegates, representing the leading sou thern lines, were present, and a large amount of routine business was transacted. They expect to meet here again for a ten days session early In Iune. ...Il-
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
Fly screen wire-Mayberry & Watso
Lost Her Life in Saving Chickens.

Montgomery, May 23.-A special to the Advertiser from Greenville, Ala, says: This afternoon as Mrs. Eliza Cartwright was trying to drive some chickens off the track in front of an approaching pas- senger train she was struck by the en- zine and received such injuries as to cause her death in short time.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
DURANT HORROR RECALLED
By Tragedy at Salt Lake-A Scandinavian
 Preacher Involved,

Preacher Involved.
 Salt Lake City, Utah, May 23.-A horri- ble tragedy, in many respects similar to the murder said to have been committed by Durant at San Francisco, has been unearthed in this city. The victims were two women. Rev. Francis Hermann is accused of the murders. The place of the crimes was the Scandinavian church, 15S Second East street.
 The partially burned remains of one of the women were found in the furnace of the church. The body of the other Is supposed to be concealed in the basin of the church. The preacher has disap- paared
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
The Mystic Circle.

Bon Ami Ruling 497 of Fraternal Mystic circle in regular session trans acted considerable business on the last meeting night, May 22, and on account of pressure of business a special meeting is called for the fifth Friday night, May 29, 8 D. nl., at their hall, to consider the consolidation of Bessemer and Avondale Rulings with Bon Ami Ruling Every member is earnestly requested to be
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
Mine Workers Meet Here Tomorrow Morning

The mine workers of this district will hold meeting in this city tomorrow morning. It is understood that the ob- ject of the meeting is for the purpose of considering a new scale for the coming two years, all contracts being made for that length of time. The present scale expires July 1. Every mine in the district will be represented at the meeting. The prospects are bright for better price for coal cutting than at present exists. The best of feeling now exists between the opera tors and operatives, and no trouble in arranging the scale is apprehended.
 prushas and elass-Mavberrv & watsons
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The Literary Society of '96.

The Literary Society of '96 was delight fully entertained Friday night 1t the h. h.spitable residence of Mr. and Mrs. J.. J. Rourke. North Highlands. Games were indulged in by the society, after N hich sumptuous repast was served by the host and hostess. The Literary So- city of '96 is one of the societies of the city and it's members arc enthusias stic oN CT its success so far.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
The "BiCycIer's Rest. "

at Thirty-ninth street and Fifth avenue, will be opened Thursday, May 2S. Light lunch, especially the Dairy Lunch," so popular with cyclists, will be served, commencing al a. m. Music every even- ing from 7:30 to 10 D. m. 5-24-tf
 Mantels and tile set-Mayberry & Watson.
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The Hermit of Sand Mountain.

Chattanooga, Tenn, May 23.-Dr. Laza- rus better known as the Hermit of Sand Mountain" died Thursday in his cabin, companion was a goat. Twenty years ago pr. Lazarus was an eminent prac- titioner of medicine in New York cit.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
To Honor Vice President Stevenson.

The members of Phi Delta Theta fra ternity will have a reunion at Tuskaloosa during comme ncement week in honor of Vice President Stevenson, who will make an address to the Alumni associa- tion. Vice President Stevenson will pass through Birmingham on Monday, June 15, From this place he will be escorted to Tuskaloosa by several of the promi- nent members of the Phi fraternity. of which body he is a distinguished mem-
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
Church Nnticas.

Church of the Advent, Whltsunday- Holy communion at a. m., morning prayer and holy communion at II a. m., evening prayer at p. m. Sunday school at 9:S0 a. m. Thomas J. Beard, rector.
 Grace church, Woodlawn-Sunday af- ternoon service at 4:30 D. m., Friday even- ing at D. m. Thomas J. Beard. rector.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
Billiard Tournament Ended.

Chicago, Ill, May 23.-The billiard tournament came to an end tonight, Ives winning second money by defeating Schaefer in the final game. The standing of the players was as follows: Garnier won 3, lost 1; Ives won 2, lost 2; Schaefer won l. lost 3.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24

Hermitage, the painter, can be found in rear of State Her. aid. Send orders by mail or telephone to Birmingham Paint and Glass Company, Sd avenue. City signs a speciality.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
Cow Thieves Are Active.

Much complaint is being made of late over the number of cows stolen. In the Smithfield neighborhood recently no less than twenty-five have been reported missing. A member of the State Herald staff is mourning the loss of fine young IIolStein.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
St. Vincent de PauIs Picnic.

St. Vincent de Paul society will give a picnic tomorrow at Lakevew for the benefit of Our Lady of Sorrow Catholic church, on Avenue F. Special dummies will be run during the day and a fine time is promised all who go out.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
Received a Severe Shock.

A negro employe of the Birmingham Hallway and Electric company, while Nyrking near the top of a pole at the corner of Second avenue and Nineteenth street yesterday morning was so severely s sked that he was thrown to the g.-und. He was not seriously injured.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
Dates of lnsnection Chanped.

Colonel Clark has changed dates of in- spection. He and staff will inspect at Phenix City, company B, on the Eth; Anniston. companies E and F, on the 29th, and Vernon, company M, on June 6, instead of dates as previously given.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
Registration Up to Date,

Registra ton al the court house for beat 21 is moving along very slowly. Up to 5:3O o'clock yesterday afternoon the total registration was only 1205. The percent age of whites over blacks was as 21a is fo
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FLowERED PETUNIA SILK.
A Loose and Becoming Street Garment for
 a Slender Figure.

Two bodices worthy of admiration and imitation have just been completed and both have the sleeves falling softly from the shoulders, and are completed with a deep cuff. The most vivid colors are to be used for home and evening wear, and the double bodice is the favorite for the street One of these Is of rich red petunia silk gathered from the waist and brought up back and front to beneath the arm, but opening slightly in front to show full Ottoman soft silk covered with a chine design of the same petunia mixed with gold on a cream ground. The sleeves, as so many sleeves will this sea- son. reach to the elbow with a battles inentsd cuff turning upward. It is a very charming costume for g. slight figure.
 It is stated that 1852 trains drive at and leave Chicago daily, about one
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
UndeIiyered Telegrams.

The following telegrams remain unde- livered at the Western Union office: Miss Maggie Gray, Miss Bessie Wood and R. l., COOneV
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24

Did you see the cyclorama in the show window at the Boston Shoe store? If not, be sure and look, and take your little ones to see it.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
Sewer pipe-Mayberry & Watson.
Enelish Veavers Strike.

Sandford. Eng, May 23.-The weavers in the Springvale cotton mills have re- fused to accept a reduction of 10 per idle.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24

For a broken down system there is nothing like Hoods Sarsaparilla. Try 1t
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24

For further information as to schedules, rates etc., call on or writdS to s. Jacobs, Commercial Agent, Birmingham; Jack W. ham. or l.. A.. Camp, Travelling Passenger Trafiic Msragsr' Theodore D. Kline. Gen eral Suf,edntendcnt.
 J. c. HALLE, C. f. ...
 Savannah Ga
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
WEYLER IN A HURRY.

aths and sand-Mayberry & Watson.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24

SAFETY. SPEED AND COMFORT. Notice this time:
 only A hours Birmingham to Washing ton; only 30 hours Birmingham to New York; only IS hours Birmingham to Jack sonville.'
 In through Pullman cars without change. Schedule in effect January 5, 1896:
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24

Everything in the Grocery line on hand, and don't forget they are bound to be sold. No. 2O16 Second Avenue. 5-16-3m
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Mayberry & Watson for hardware spe- oia
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24

BIRMINGHAM & ATLANTIC R. R. co. Time table in effect May 12, 1896, a. m.
 Daily except Sunday.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24

Arion Concert Company and Swiss Bell Ringers at East Lake every night till 3Oth (except Sunday Free. Entire change of programme.
 h-24-6t
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Cost Money To Eaf/@

But Fulghum, who las just bought Boggan's en- tire stock, will make it cost you less. Read and come drumming:
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 Train No. 3S, leaving Birmingham at 5.55 a. m.. carries Pullman Buffet Sleeping Cars between Birmingham and Atlanta, uniting at at Atlanta with and forming a part of the Washington and Southwestern Vestibule Limited, running solid between Atlanta and New York, thus making no change be- tween Birmingham and New York Train No. S6. leaving Birmingham at 3:S5 D. m., carries Pullman Buffet Sleeping Cars between Birmingham and Jacksonville, via Atlanta and Macon, and between Brming- ham and Atlanta, and between Atlanta and New York. via Washington.
 Nos. 35 and 36 carry Pullman sleeping cars between Birmingham and Greenville Miss.
 Additional information as to schedules rates, sleeping car reservation. etc.. cheer fully furnished upon application to office of travelling passenger agent, No North Twentieth street, Birmingham. Ala. tele- phone, 846. J. M. GULF, Traffic Manager, Washington, D c.
 w. H. GREEN, General Supt., Washington, D. c.
 W. A. TURK,
 c. P. A., Washington, D. c.
 c. A. BENSCOTER, A. G. P. A., Chattanooga, Tenn.
 l.. A. SHIPMAN,
 T. P. A.. Birmingham. Ala.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
THE RACES.

Plaster and hair-Mayberry & Watson.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
THIRD EDITION.
LOOSELY CYCLE COMPANY,
No. 1911 Second Avenue. 12 o'clock noon. ....S6 12 midnight.

Washington, May 23.-Forecast for Ala bama: Generally fair, but possibly show CTS on the coast; south winds.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24

It is stated that 1852 trains drive at and leave Chicago daily. about one fourth Icing freight trains.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24
DAILY BULLETIN.
Sight Worth Seein 9,

HIghest temperature, 9Oi IoWest, 69; aver- age, so
 BEN M. JACOBS Local Observer.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-05-24

I.leas' Mixed f'aints-NIayberry 6 watson.
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LoUIsYILLEAND NASHVILLE. In effect May 10, 1896, at 8 p. m.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-13
THE TEX PLAN.

The state democratic executive com mittee of Texas has adopted the novel plan of submitting the silver question to a vote of the people at the primaries. They have just ordered two state con ventons to be held this year with only one primary. The first convention, to elect delegates to fhe national conven- tion. is to be held in Austin June 23, and the state nominating convention is to- be held in Fort Worth August IS. June 6 is set apart as the day for holding prima- ries to select delegates to these conven- tions. The committee ordered that at this primary election all voters should be given an opportunity of voting for either bimetallism on ratio of 16 to l or against 1t, the ticket to be specifically worded and whichever side wins that Is to be taken as the dictation of the people to their convention representation as to what kind of a delegation shall be sent to the national convention and what the complexion of the financial plank in the state platform shall be.
 The one primary idea is distinctly 16 to i silver victory, and is so conceded by every one The silver men are as happy as the day is long and are cheerfully git- ing the sound money men the laugh.
 To add to the consternation and cha grin of the sound money" men, the sii- yer men, headed by Governor Culberson, Chairman Dudley of the executive com mittee, Commissioner J. H. Reagan. Ex- Governor Hogg and about 100 other men, issued an address to the people of Texas congratulating them on the one primary victory, saying
 ''We congratulate you upon the submis- sion by the democratic state executive committee of the paramount issue in the approaching campaign to the highest tribunal of democracy-the people in their primaries. It now remains for them to express the sovereign Judgment of the democratic party of Texas upon this mo- mentous question. It is conceded that an overwhelming majority of the demo- crats of-Texas earnestly favor return to the currency system adopted by the framers of the government and the res toration of silver to its former position of equality with gold at the public hints at the present coinage ratio Of l6 70 l.. The remaining hope of those who have reluctantly agreed to refer this question to the arbitrament of the people is that through their negligence or indifference or the influence of insidious arts of de- signing persons the intent of the submls- sion to secure a full expression of the will of the democratic party of Texas may be defeated. We appeal to every member of the party and to every citizen who is willing to accept the liberal invi- tation of the national and state execu- tive committees to join in making the verdict of democracy in Texas in favor of bimetallism so complete and emphatic that the advancing cause of financial re- form may receive an impetus that will further it's general success"
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-13
itiss is queer game.-Philadelphia Rec-

itics is queer game.-Phladelphi Rec- ord
 The republicans of New York are be- ginning to suffer the inevitable effects of carrying the enormous burden of 150.- 00O majority They are dividing again into factions and preparing for a general row. The attempt to keep the New York republicans in harmony with Levi P. Morton as their presidential standard bearer and Platt as his confessor has not been success.-Philadelphia Record.
 It Is real fact, not to be dismissed without notice, but to be met honestly and boldly, and the explanation is not only easy; 1t Is notorious. If there were no cause for Tillmanism there would be no Tillman. If the charges of the new sena- tor from South arolna had no basis of truth they could do no harm. It is the element of truth in them which makes them noteworthy.-New York World. Dem.
 The whole purpose of the restoration of silver to the open hints on a. legal equal ity with gold is to substitute a sound dollar for dollar that is essentially un-
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-13
TT WAS ALL RIGHT IN IS02

In August, 1892, the state democratic executive committee held a meeting early after the state election and took what appeared to the committee at that time to be wise step. In order that the demo- cratic electors in this state might be elected by safe majority the committee let down the bars-tore away the fences as the Advertiser would snappishly say. Time proved that the committee acted wisely. Because of that action we heard no howl from the Advertiser. Things went along smoothly, and, under the wise management of General. Shelley, who, by the way, ordered the Advertisers mouth closed the first thing. the state went for the democratic electors in 1892 by a large and unprecedented majority.
 It was all right with the Advertiser in 1892 for the bars to be let down. You see at that time Captain Johnston was not a candidate. and the action of the com mittee could in no wise affect him; but in 1896, when the committee thinks it proper to open the party doors In order to recruit the ranks of the party the Ad- vertiser, imagining that possibly such action might in some way favorably af- feet Captain Johnston, goes into Spasms over it, and has been daily since the Fist of January waging war on the committee, going so far in several articles as to act ually question the honesty and sincerity of the gentlemen composing majority of the committee.
 In order that the Advertiser may not be heard to deny the fact that the commit tee did, on August II. 1892, lay down the bars and that at that time such liberal action was advocated by all good demo- crats, we hereto attach the resolutions passed by that committee and quoted by Secretary H. A. Herbert in a speech made by him in Erswelrs hall in this city on the 27th day of August, 1892; also MT. Herberts hearty indorsement of the ae- tion of the committee. MT. Herbert even advocated the taking of the matter of getting our people back together up by individuals in the beats. in the hope that they might In that way accomplish some- thing;
 "FelIow citizens, how shall the two
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-13

wings get together? There seems to be one mode, and only one mode, and that is for individual democrats, aided where they can get such aid by local leaders. to take the matter in hand and act for themselves. The two executive commit tees, as such, cannot agree upon terms unless both are willing to a reconcilia- tion. H.f
 "One of these committees. that which heads the Jones wing, met in MontSonI- cry on the 11th of this month and passed the following resolution;
 Whereas Many questions have arisen and are continually arising touching the party status and standing of many who have habitually sustained democratic principles, and have voted for and sup ported the nominees ofEthe party, but who, by reason of the unfortunate diff ferences, failed in the August election to support the democratic state ticket headed by Thomas G. Jones; and
 Whereas, It is important, in the in terest of harmony and the continued triumph of democracy. so essential to the welfare of our people and the main tenance of good government. both state and federal, that all party divisions be healed so that 1t may present united front against our adversaries; and
 !" Whereas, It seems proper in the ad- vancement of this purpose that this com mittee should make some declaration in- dicating who will be entitled to partici- pate in the primaries and conventions of the party Now. therefore, be 1t
 "fResolved. That all persons who are in accord with the principles of the demo- cratic party; and who propose to act in harmony with 1t and support It's nomi- nees in the approaching presidential and congressional elections. are entitled to participate and vote in all primaries and conventions of the party and are eligible for nomination for office
 This committee had done things dur
 ing the canvass that irrltated the other wing It had deemed it necessary in order to keep together the party of which it claimed to be the head, to take steps which seemed to be reading out of the party democrats who did not support Jones' Here in this resolution of the 11th instant that committee fairly and squarely receded from that position. It was an open and manly step towards reconcilia ton. Not only was this step taken, but other propositions have been made, through the public prints and oth- erwise some of them by leading news papers and others by leading politicians, not editors, who had supported Jones'"
Birmingham state herald., 1896-02-13
OPINIONS OF THE PRESS.

An eastern journal says: "Our voice is for Armenia" But it doesn't seem to count for much. "Our voice." Is also for suffering Cubans. but as far as the gov ernment is concerned it Is spoken in whis- pers so as not to offend it's dear Spanish friends.-Chicago Inter Ocean. Rep.
 No higher testimony to the credit of the nation could have been offered than the response to the proposed sale of bonds. There has never been an hour in which the government could not have placed a loan Of $100. .000, 900 right at home. and on terms favorable to the treasury. Philadelphia North American. Rep.
 In determining the value to be attached to the promises to be made by those who ask the extension of the Pacific railroad debt 1t win be wholly appropriate for .efie house committee on Pacific railroads to institute an inquiry relative to the manner in which they have kept the promises of the Washington News.
 In the days of its youth, when the re- publican party was lifting sanctimonious eyes to heaven and inveighIng against slavery and polygamy. who should have thought tAat h 1898 csupIk Of relics from Utah In the senate Of the United States by the aid of the republican party would be able to negative the vote of the uaoet popuIous state in the union? Pol