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Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION.

L
Eutaw Wing and Observer.
1t appears that not only do large ma
jority of the people and papers of the
state favor state constitutional conven-
ton, but majority of the state legisla-
ture are of the same way of thinking, as
will be seen in the daily papers from a
canvass of the members of that body by
reporter of the Mobile Register, who
says the senate is almost a unit in its
favor Commenting on it, the Registers
Montgomery correspondent says: UNLESS
all signs fail, the bill calling for an cleo
ton of delegates to constitutional con-
vention will become an act and the cleo
ton will be held next August, There is
no question about the sentiment of the
people on the subject. If, at an election,
it is decided to have a new constitution,
the convention will sit during next win
ter. There is a strong sentiment among
the members of the general assembly to
make the bill a party measure, and it has
been already suggested by a member
whose influence towers above all that
democratic caucus be held, the members
of the executive committee be invited to
participate, this caucus to frame the bill
and have it sent through. There are DEM
ocratic members, however, who denounce
this method and openly assert that they
will not participate in a caucus"
A canvass of the members of the house
was taken on the subject and among the
expressions of a large number favoring
it we reproduce the following from
Greene's representative:
Hon. A. Y. Glover, of Greene-If there
has ever been time when the constitu
ton of state has outlived its usefulness
or the constitution of a state needed abb
solute remodeling, then I think there
should be new constitution for our COM
monwealth. The time will hardly be more
propitious than the present / find rest
tel ofin xxritJ
it on all sides. 1 favor constitutional
convention.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
TODAY'S ENTRIES.

New Orleans, Dec. 24.-Entries for to-
morrow:
First Race-Three-quart of a mile,
selling Rosalind, ILL., Twelve Fifty, If,
92; Sister Florence, 81; John B. Ewing,
Rapalatchie, Whit, Albert s., 100; Kath-
crime, Denver, Miss Rowett, Issie O., AL
vim, Anna Mayes, 104; Dick Behan, 1O7.
Second Race-Seven-eighths of mile,
selling Braxey, Loyaletta, Prince Bon
ME, Dr. Newman, SO; Gold Top, Nunita,
SO; Miss Verne, 80; Hickey, Bramblenet,
Clyemea, Tempesta, 100; Scribe 1O3.
Third Race-Three-quart of mile,
handicap Junita, 105; Maxine Elliott, 10S;
Konegin. 109; Parmesa Minnie Murphy,
Scribe, 10; Hill Billy, 112; Albert s., Sim
W., 115.
Fourth Race-A mile and one-eighth.
Mamie c., 9O Judge Steadman, Leonard
b., 80; Paros, Cotton King, "a; Chugnut,
Seabrook, 90; Trilby, SO; Paul Pry, 101;
Ida Pickwick, 112. :.
Fifth Race-One-qua of a mile, SELL
ing Laura Davis, Earl of Montrose,
Henry Harris, May Ashley, Billy Nc
Kenzie 81; Buckmore, Stark, Old Pugh,
&c.
Fifth Race-Selling, one mile. Gladioli,
95; Fasig, Newhouse, 100; Samson Lit
tie Billy, Mrs. Bradshaw, 1O4; Davezac,
Miss Clarke, 100; Ixion, liz.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
CHRISTMAS FROLICS.

Joyous, Jubilant Crowds on the Streets
Pickpocket Run In.
All night long crowds of whites and
blacks wandered aimlessly here and
there up and down the main thorough
fares of the city making night hideous
with their yells, blowing tin horns, firing
cannon crackers and letting off steam
worked up by mean liquor and desire
to be heard. ,
The crowds, despite the many intoxi-
cants were more than usually orderly
and but few arrests were MADE. a.,
white man who refused to give his
name was arrested by officer Culpepper
on charge of being pickpocket. lie
is at the city jail.
A negro named John Thomas was cut IN
the abdomen by another negro on oeconu
,I,onue and was taken to the Emergency
hospital and attended to by the city phy-
Sician.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
EXCURSION RATES.

Parties desiring to visit Tai
ladega will find the Central of
Georgia Railway the most de-
sirable route. Train leaves
Union Depot, Birmingham, at
9:45 a. M, making close con-
nection at Sylacauga, arriving
Talladega at 1898 p. m. Rate
of one fare and one-third for
the round trip during the hol-
idays. For further informa-
ton, call on or write
SOLON JACOBS,
Commercial Agent, No. 1915
Morris Avenue. I'd
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
CASToRIA.
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Everything that is usefuland
stylish and suitable for holi-
day presents. you will find at
Louis Saks' clothing empOri-
UNI. Elegant dressing gowns,
hobby smoking jackets, bath
robes, and such a large assort-
ment to select from, makes
your shopping easy and very
pleasant. A general ring of
low prices reigns in every de-
partment.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
Clerk and Registers Sale.

J B. Cobb, as administrator of estate of
John c. Westbrook, deceased, complainant,
VS.. s. ]. Derby, the Elyton Land company
and others, defendants.
By virtue of a decree rendered on the
S0th day of June, A. D. 1884, of the city. court
OF birmingham, Jefferson county, Ala, in
said cause, | shall proceed to sell to the
highest and best bidder, for cash, at public
auction, at the court house door in the city
or Birmingham, within the legal hours of
sale, on
MONDAY, THE 25TH DAY OF JANUARY,
1897
the following described real estate, to sat-
isfy said decree, viz Lots 8, and s. in
subdivision Il of block 107, situated in Bir-
mingham, Jefferson county, Alabama.
Witness my hand this 10Th day of Decem.
Der, 1896 N l.. MILLER,
12-2f-thu-4t Clerk and Register.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

Well, it amt so pleasant here as 1t was at
Joliet, but it's betteI'n 1t was at Elmira
and, say! Snake Hill, amt, in it at ALL
Puck. t9 nt5sif,,i;,. sbE
-s..-u
you say that the light crept slowly
into the room as the dawn drew on.
Don't you know that night is even swffter
than electricity" But this happened in
Philadelphia. Any comic writer will tell
you that even light creeps in that town."
indianapolis Journal 800
Hanna is in the saddle, and Hanna has
already passed the word for an extra
session and defined what 1T shall do when
it assemblies. Reed may get as mad as a
bull among hornets and roar as loudly
as he pleases about ''unwarranted intur-
sion," rank gall" and indecent inter-
ference with congressional prerogative
by an outsider. Other republicans may
cluster about the hotel Hobbies and in the
committee rooms and swear they will re-
sent this dictation. All the same, when
the time comes they will fall into line
and do the bidding of Dictator Hanna
Kansas City Times Dem.
The country is just emerging from a
prolonged period of industrial prostra-
ton. Its spindles have just begun hum
ming. It's manufacturers, it's merchants
and it's enterprising men of business have
taken new heart They are, beginning
again those great operations which give
work and wages in abundance to the peo-
pie. There Is promise of bread for all.
Shall all this go on, or shall it stop? It'll
is for the present congress to determine.
If conditions cam be left substantially as
( they are it will go on. If the act or the
neglect of congress shall threaten them
with disturbance it will Astop.-New York
World, Dem. II -lr ~
The time limit alone will prevent even
consideration of the many important
questions which have been carefully con-
sidered and reported upon by committees,
in some cases passed by one branch at
the last session, only to- expire for lack
of attention in the other house this win
ter. Above and beyond all this is the
absurdity and injustice of legislation by
successor has been elected. The members
of state legislatures who were chosen at
the same time with congressman in No
vember will meet in January, and the
same rule should apply to congressman
New York Evening Post, Ind.
Mr.. PETER used to favor high tariff,
but since he discovered that the Kansas
legislature proposes to send a tariff re-
former to the United States senate he
has changed his views. This thing of
rapid mind changing on the part of our
public men Is by no means an innovation.
Senator Hill has worn out several finan-
cial minds and Hoke Smith changed his
views on this important question with
ease grace and dispatch. The distin-
guished gentleman who is to succeed Mr..
Cleveland next March Is able to point to
souvenir collection of financial posi-
lions, and his charges were of the Jekyll
and Hyde-like variety.-New York Ev-
ening Journal, dem.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
PERSONAL.

T. c. King has purchased several thous-
and pairs of shoes at prices never heard
of before. These goods were bought so
cheap that he can save you 20 to SO cents
on every dollar.
Ladies, we have holiday slippers for the
gentlemen in a great many styles and
prices. Please give us a look before buy,
ing and oblige T. c. KING,
2026 list avenue
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
TO THE PJJRLIC.

On December 1, bought one car load
of J. Martins famous Kentcky rye C
years Old at sacrifice. The original re-
tail price on these goods was S. per gal
lon. Commencing on December and
continuing until January /, 1897, 1 will
sell this lot of goods to the trade at SO
per gallon, or 75c per quart full measure
guaranteed. Mail orders will have prompt
attention. fsah VIM. WISE,
+ftf 209-211 Nineteenth Street
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

Joseph T. Wilson VS.. Katherine H. Ingram
In this cause it being made to appear to
the court by affidavit of complainant that
the defendant, Katherine II. Ingram, is a
Rome, in the state of Georgia, and further
that, in the belief of said affiant, the de-
PENDANT is of the age of q years, 1t is there
fore ordered by the court that publication
be made in the Birmingham State Herald,
newspaper. published in the. city of Bir-
mingham Ala once a week for four con.
secutive weeks, requiring her. the said Kath.
crime II. Ingram, to answer or denur to the
bill of complainant in this cause by the 18th
day of January, 1897. or in thirty days there,
after a decree pro confesso may be taken
against her.
Done this the 18th day of December. 1896
THOMAS COBBS
12-12-oaw-4w Chancellor
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

Louis Saks' $744 overcoat
and suit sale is in full blast.
They cannot arrest our low
prices; cannot prevent us from
dispensing such great values.
Low prices reign supreme in
every department.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

Most of our readers by now have heard
of the strange beef liver which is now to
be seen at Kennedy. Mr.. Foster, living
near Kennedy, killed a beef last week
and found on it's liver what is supposed
Ito be part of an advertisement. as 1T con-
tains several words and figures among
the number being >''Store." ST." Hats"
1885," go" etc. Mr. Foster carried the
liver to Kennedy and sold it to DR.. Col
Inns, who has it preserved In alcohol.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

Look atour window display,
notice the different styles of
Shoes, then come inside and
make your purchases. We
are vain enough to assert that
our Shoe department is COM
plete. We can fit your foot
and can save you money. Call,
examine our Shoes and hear
our prices.
LOFTS SAYS
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

People will flock to Louis
Saks' place because they save
money. His special low prices
made for the holidays are
great savings to everybody.
Nothing is copyrighted. Call
and see him.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

1t hurts your feelings to get
into an ill-fitting suit of
clothing. This you can easily
prevent. Go to Louis Saks, his
$7.44 suits are perfect fitting.
Suits sold at $15 elsewhere are
no better. Call on Louis Saks
and you will find our assertion
correct. z-v4 ests.~
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

We see nothing wrong In the bimetal-
lists of the country maintaining their
clubs and continuing their study of the
financial question. Surely this won't
scare off the prosperity that is now peep
ing around the corner at us. Yet some
of the gold bugs are very much excited
because the live bimetallists continue to
think and talk and act.-Roanoke Leader.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
correct.

ing, to 5, won; John Berkeley second,
Miss L. third Zine, 1:19.
Fourth race, four and one-half fur
longs-Birdie c., to 5, won; Claude Hill
second, Little Ed third. Time, :5S%.
Fifth race, furlongs-S
3 to l, won; Patrolman ii. second, Jordan
third. Time, 1:3711s.~,.-,..
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
SPECIAL.

To whom it may concern:
No copyrights on our ads.
The leadership of low prices
is our only copyright. No
one dares to initiate us.
LOUIS SAKS,
Leader of Low Prices.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
MURDER AT SMITH MINES.

At II o'clock last night Sheriff O,Brien
received a telephone message to send
deputies with dogs to Smith mines, on
account of a murder committed there.
No particulars Were given. -.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
THE STATE PRINTING.

II seems to be tine general opinion that
the contract to do the state printing was
rded the Birmingham State Herald
Sy Governor Johnston. While no doubt
Governor Johnston much prefers to see
the Slate Herald have the legal printing
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
1,HE MODERN MOTHER.

Has found that her little ones are i'm
proved more by the pleasant Syrup Of
Figs, when in need of the laxative eff
feet of gentle remedy than by any
other. and that it is more acceptable to
them. Children enjoy 1t and 1t dement's
Them. The true remedy, Syrup of Figs
IS manufactured by the California Fig
Svrup Company only.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
CASToRTA.
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''s'asI''' &MAz1zs@ 1 sssiS

!. Free trade and sailors
rights. Make your holiday
purchases from Louis Saks,
nothing copyrighted but his
low prices, follow his tracks,
they will lead you to the right
place.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

The largest and most COM
plete stock of boys and child
ren's clothing can be found at
Louis Saks. A special display
for the holidays just received,
and at such low prices. Your
purse will feel more healthy
when buying goods from him.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

A great many people from the eastern
portion of the state and from Georgia are
now locating in Marion county. Some
of them are taking advantage of the
lands belonging to the United States gov
eminent and subject to entry, and are
obtaining homes cheap.--Mountaln City
Gazette.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
ST. LOUIS RESULTS.

St. Louis, Dec. 24.-First race, four and
one-half furlongs-Frank B., even, won;
Isabella second, Tiffin third. Time, :5S.
Second race, six furlongs-Foreman
even, won; Tradesman second Jarquef
third. Time, 1:05h
Third race. six furlongs-W. G. Hard
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
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Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
TOO LATE TO CGtSSIFY.

FOR SALE-Llewelly setter. years old,
fine nose; staunch on birds; won't re-
trieve. Address Llewellyn, State Her
&IOs
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
THE sTATE PRINTING.

The Birmingham State Herald is now
doing the states printing Yet the Ad-
vertiser is still published at the capital
Exchange.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
FOUND IN THE SEINE.

Paris, Dec 24.-5The body CT the novelist,
Hubert Crackanthorpe, who has been
missing since October, was found in the
Seine today. "a
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

Mems Patent Calf Shoes sold
for SO, now for 80, at Birming-
ham Shoe Co IS bankrupt sale.
1922 First Avenue.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
ELECTROPOISE
The Woman's Friend.

only recommend the Electropoise to
others for what it has done for me. Suf-
fering, WORKOUT wives and mothers are TO
be found everywhere, and l earnestly beg
them to try the Eiectropose-the wofnan's
friends. MRS. j. M. BROWN
Newton N n
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
DUBOIS q WEBB,
Room 900 Columbia BUILDING,
ELECTROPOIsE.

ELECTROPOISE.
Analysed by Prof. Denison.
Dear Sirs-I have much pleasure in adding
my testimony to the quantity which must
inevitably soon greet that wonderful little
it made Of? IS a. question that is na oft ts
asked. don't know. But can tell YOU
what's inside it-peace, calmness, COM
fort, and every other 'old thing" that is
soothing.
Ten dollars will buy the above described
instrument, or S. will rent one for two
months. DU BOTS & WEBB,
1903 Columbia Building,
12-13-2t-12-2t-w Louisville. Ky.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
Notice to NONRESIDENT.

No. 1855.
The State of Alabama, Jefferson County.
In Chancery, at Birmingham, Ala Fifth
District, Northwestern Chancery Di-
vision of Alabama.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

Order Splint Coal. Phone
Las and 614. sunawed II.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

1926 New York avenue, Brooklyn, N. Y,
Nov. 2, 1851 suffered many years from
chronic dyspepsia and vertigo, and the
Electripoise has cured me, so I am able to
eat heartily and sleep soundly.
REV. D. w. THOMAS
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25
CURRENT COMMENT.

Fond Recollections: Elder Singsong
cat Sing Sing)-Doesn't your mind turn
with sad regret to other Christmas days
spent in other places? The Prisoner
Well, it amt so pleasant here as it was at
Joliet, but it's betteIsn 1t was at Elmira
and, say! Snake Hill, amt in it at ALL
Puck 49,. - -. FIJI .---i
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-12-25

you say that the light crept slowly
into the room as the dawn drew on.
Don't you know that night Is even swffter
than electricity" But this happened in
Philadelphia Any comic writer will tell
you that even light creeps in that town.
Indiana polls Journal. -'-
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-05-01
TO LIE AT ARLINGTON.
The Remains of the Late Secretary
Gresham to Be Transfered There.

Arrangements have been made Cor the
removal of the remains of eX-Sccretary
Gresham from their present resting place
in Oakweods cemetery, near Chicago, to
the Arlington cemetery, near this city.
Application for a site in the government
cemetery was made recently to Secretary
Lamont by Mr.. Otto Gresham, son of the
late Secretary, on behalf of himself and
his mother and Immediately granted
without the delays usual in all official
transactions. A prominent site has been
selected the lawn in front of the Old
historic home of the Custis family. over
looking the capital city, Z shcrt distance
from the graves of Gen. Sheridan and
Admiral Porter.
The transfer will be made at the con-
venience of the family, ali the preliminar-
les at this end of the line having been fully
arranged. Some time before his DEATH
Gen. Gresham expressed to d number of his
friends his earnest wish that he might
rest at last in the beautiful national ceme-
terry at Arlington. The sentiment had
taken a strong hold upon his mind and
heart, but the end came without final ar
rangements having been perfected accord
ing to his desire. Mrs. Gresham, however
has net forgotten her distinguished hus-
bands wish to make his last resting place
among the nations hcaored dead, and re-
Gently decided to make the change. Otto
Gresham, her son, agrees with his alother
and, in her Illness, made all the arrange
nents for a compliance With his fathers
wishes
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1896-05-01

the Standard Oil Company, and desires to
lay a service pipe for handling oil near the
James Creek canal. The committee au-
'thorized a favorable report on the cordi-
granted to the Nicolai Brothers, also deal
ers in oil, in the same vicinity.
The committee approved an amendment
appropriating $4,000 for the preparation
of the plans for carrying out the highway
act recently introduced by Mr.. Mcmillan
District Appropriation Bill.
1t was understood yesterday that the
hearings on the District appropriation bill
had come to a close, but, nevertheless, the
subcommittee on the bill found the doors
besieged this morning with persons anxious
for hearings, and so the session today be-
fore noon was devoted to listening to argu-
ments from citizens. Messrs. William G.
Henderson and w. ]. Hughes, president and
secretary respectively of the North Capitol
and lexington Citizens Association an
peared before the committee to ask for the
Improvement of certain streets in that vi
cinity
Ex-Representative Hemphill made a brief
argument in favor of the amendment.
which, later In the day, was introduced by
MIR. HaWley, appropriating funds to pay
the Prospect Hill Cemetery Company for
land condemned for the extension Of North
Capitol street under the first proceedings
to that effect. Mr.. Hemphill represented
the cemetery company.
A delegation also appeared to ask tina
the appropriation of $500 to aid the tenn
porary home for ex-UniCn soldiers on Mis-
souri, avenue, which has formerly been
made specifically for that purpose. should
be so made again this year. The House of
Representa- tives, 1t is to be remembered
wiped out all specific appropriations for
charitable purposes in the District and
Jumped the entire sum given under one
head. The representatives of the home told
the subcommittee this morning that there
Were contracts existing for supplies and for
rent that could not he met If this specific
appropriation should be withdrawn
1t is anticipated that there will be no
further hearings on the hill and that the
subcommittee will now be able to proceed
without interruption with the work of maxi
ing amendments 1t is not Anticipated, how
ever, that the bill Will be presented to the
full committee before Tuesday