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The herald., 1896-07-07
EURoPE'S POSSIBLE MENACE

The New York World scents possible
danger in the visit to Europe of the man
who is the real ruler of China Ii Hung
Chang. 1t fears that he may
have learned too much. The time
was when China stood as one of
the great powers of the earth, and
her armies overran a large part of Eu-
rope. AS the result of her stubborn ad-
herence for centuries to a perfected
form of the Mckinley philosophy, she
has lapsed back into a semi barbaric
state, and, although possessed of popu-
lation many times greater than that of
any ordinary European power. she is
reckoned as of less Importance than any
such in a military or political sense
The World says: IF Ii Hung Chang
has remained in Europe only long
enough to talk with Bismarck and to
test the efficacy of the Roentgen ray he
has remained long enough to acquire
information which may hereafter give
Europe a great deal of trouble. He
could not have seen Bismarck without
learning from him the lesson of how
imperial power may be built up ard ex-
tended. The practical test of the eff
cacy of the Roentgen ray on his own
person could not fail to be a striking
object lesson on the real value of the
inventions and discoveries of the for
eign devils" whom the Chinese hate so
thoroughly.
1T is possible that the experiences of
the great viceroy in Europe may induce
his countrymen to reconsider some of
their traditional preJudices against
European civilization, and If this should
happen it might be very unfortunate
for European civilization. China has
hitherto stubbornly resisted the influ-
ences of Christianity. of commerce, of
diplomacy and of modern ideas of every
kind. and has contemptuously rejected
all the advantages which might result
fl ON the introduction of these influences.
Western civilization has deplored this
blindness and obstinacy, and has left no
effort untried to show China the error
of her ways Perhaps it is just as we'll
that we have not succeeded
1T might not be pleasant to contem-
plate the possibilities of a nation of 400,-
900, 900 of Asiatics, the equals in military
strength and resources of the same num-
ber of Europeans, and having, unlike
the Europeans, no division of sentiment
or purpose, but all loyal to one supreme
and absolute ruler. This would consti-
tute menace to European civilization.
compared with which the menace of in
dustrial competition from Japan would
be trif1e. 1t does not appear to be near
enough to cause any concern at present
although eminent students of sociology
have considered it the real danger to the
future of the world. If the great vice.
roy should succeed, where all others have
failed, in bringing China over to mod
ern ideas, we might all have cause to re-
gret his visit to Europe and it would
be the irony of fate that Moscow, where
the Chinese envoy has attended the cor
onation of the Russian czar, would be
one of the first cities to suffer the conse-
quences if China We're converted to civ
ilized methods of power and conquest"
The herald., 1896-07-07
AT CHICAGO

The Democratic situation at Chicago.
1t must be confessed, presents compli-
Gated aspect sufficient to discourage
the most sanguine of political prophets.
The freely made prediction of the Re-
publican press that the party's presiden-
tial nomination would wander
around disconsonately, seeking for
somebody to have it. does not
seem to be realized to any noticeable
extent On the contrary the hands that
would grasp the Democratic banner are
more than usually plentiful both in
number and eagerness the candidates
outclass those who sought the favor of
the st. Louis convention.
Though at the dawn of the convention,
it is practically as difficult to foretel
the nominee as it was a fortnight since
1t is apparent, of course. that the men
> nominated will be either radically free
silver men or of strong free silver ten
denotes. Gold standard men will probab-
~ be put in nomination, but it will be
merely as a mark of distinction or
matter of principle, and without the
slightest expectation of success. The
gallant well-organized fight being made
by the gold standard contingent, under
the leadership of such experienced and
usually successful men as Whitney,
Hill, Russell, Fellows and others like
them may, however, defeat Bland and
other candidates equally radical and
lead to presidential nominee conserVa-
tive enough to prevent the serious dis
affection predicted if one of the former
ion hi "
hour of delay is bad for the plans of the
extreme silver men, for their opponents
have some mighty potent arguments,
and they are sure to make excellent use
of the time at their disposal While the
silver men are numerically the stronger,
they utterly lack the leadership and or
ganization which characterize the sound
money force: they are divided by the as
pirations within their own ranks.
No candidate seems to have anywhere
near majority of the convention, much
less the two-thirds which will probably
be necessary to secure a nomination-it
being pretty we'll assured that the two
thirds rule will not be abrogated. Bland
seems to lead, with Boies a close second.
but the certain strength OF both would
hardly make up a majority of the con-
vention, and the contest between them
may compel resort to one of the lesser
lights, or even that political quantity
known as a dark horse. Political con-
ventions usually harken somewhat to
considerations of eXpediency, and this
one is not likely 10 prove an exception
The strength that candidate can bring
with him into the electoral college will
not be disregarded. There is where
Bland may prove to be con-
spicuously weak. His own state,
Missouri, is commonly Democratic
IN presidential elections; there is
no need of going cunning for it.
With a silver candidate and platform
there is almost an absolute certainty of
losing certain eastern states that have
enabled the Democratic party to win it's
national victories in the past. The loss
Ct these states will have to be conn --a-
The herald., 1896-07-07
A Sad Event

A special dispatch from Batavia last
Sunday reported the death by suicide OF
Jerome Rowan, father of Lansing Rowan
of the FraWley company, who was made
the victim OF a practical joke by the
story that she desired to box with Cor
bett The deceased was said to have
killed himself after reading the silly
story of the alleged challenge. Miss
Rowan, however, believes that failing
health and financial troubles We're the
direct causes of the suicide but as she
left home and has lived with an uncle
since her father married a second Wife
ten years ago, she has only been in
formed as to his business or domestic
troubles through rrespondence. The
unfortunate young lady, who was great
ly distressed by the story which was
published, was shocked by the sudden
death of her father; but as she could not
go east she remained at her post of duty
with the Frawley company The de-
ceased was at one time rich and pros
porous banker of BataVia.-Music and
Drama.
The herald., 1896-07-07
Wedding ReceptIon

Mr.. and Mrs. Mark Hopkinson were at
home last night to their many friends at
their residence on South Olive street, in
honor of Mr.. and Mrs. Horace w. Taylor
nee Miss Thomas.
The pretty rooms were brilliant with
varied color shaded lamps, and a pro-
fusion of flowers arranged with artistic
taste. The most conspicuous of the floral
adornments were clusters Of yucca.
White and green were used almost eX-
clusively in the drawing room, while in
the library and dining room blossoms of
a brighter hue were arranged The host
ess was assisted in receiving by the guest
of honor and Mines. Fred Hortourg
Aubery G. Davidson and Miss Birdie
Jargstorff. The conversation was inter
spersed by musical selections. Arthur
Conreich contributed a vocal solo. Mrs.
S. G. Jargstorff sang. There was a reci-
tation by Mrs Wickheiser and a piano
solo by Prof. Wiley. A strong orchestra
was in attendance and during the even
ing dainty refreshments We're served.
There were seventyfive or more guests
present, who enjoyed a very delightful
evening.
The herald., 1896-07-07
THE POLITE WORLD

One of the most delightful of the Mon
day musical meetings was held yester-
day, when Miss Mollie Adelia Brown
acted as hostess to the club at the resi-
dence of Mrs. S. B. Caswell, on Fifth
street and Grand avenue The program
was opened by the hostess singing in her
charming style. The song was so thor
oughly appreciated that hearty recall
was responded to. Miss Rogers gave
piano solo, and violin solos by Miss
james were much enjoyed. Mrs j.
Roth Hamilton contributed to the pro-
gram by a vocal solo. Miss Brown had
"a delightful surprise in store for the
company in the presentation of the little
comedy, Glass of Fashion, enacted by
Misses Gertrude Foster, Josephine Will
liams and Letha Lewis. The play Is
very good hit on woman's perfdy, and
in the hands of the three clever young
ladies was a decided success and won
cordial applause. During the afternoon
refreshing delicacies were passed and
conversation ensued. Among the guests
were Mines. John L. Platter, b. A. Work
man. S. c. Hubbell. l. N. Van Nuys. faw.
Mullins, r. r. Brown, S. b. Caswell. l.
b. Newton, Jaminson, Ogilvie, Misses
Louise Jones, Waddilove, Klokke. Lewis
Smith. Forman, Ellen Beach Yaw.
The herald., 1896-07-07
IN WARFIELD'S FAVOR
The Attorney General Decides the nalitia
c Clr1mander Case

The Attorney General Decides the naIitia
Commander Case
SAN FRANCISCO, July e.-Attorney-
general Fitzgerald rendered decision in
volving the rank of Brigadiergenerals
Warfield and Muller. which has been the
subject of much wrangling in the national
guard for several months past.
The brigade commander from Fresno,
Immediately after the death of Major-gen-
eral DiMond, assumed command of the
state troops. claiming it as his right under
his commission. dated October, 1885
The local troops entered quiet protest
believing that the temporary command
properly fell to Gen. Warfeld of their own
command. The entire matter was referred
TO the attorney-general That officer gave
the matter it's deserved consideration and
finally forwarded his opinion to Adjutant-
general Barrett.
AS the latter officer is still absent from
he state the full text of the decision can
not be made public but it was learned from
a reliable source that the attorneygeneral
has decided in Gen. Warfld's favor.
The herald., 1896-07-07
MARK HAN 1T OVER TO he
CAS- Sung from Behind the Scrap Count

AS Sung from Behind the Scrap Counte
My name it II. G. Oh tbs.
A fact of which I'm proud:
My Dane dogs in his glory
And my eagle Screameth loud.
For in Southern California
There's going to be a sack;
Mark, han it over to me.
That coin for Major Mac.
Herv. Lindley and Cap. Osborne
Shall neither get a smell
OF those big, shining twenties
! love to squeeze so we'll:
I've got cinch back east. l have,
On that plethoric stack;
Mark, han it over to me,
That coin for Major Mac.
/ ought to fix friend or two
But no. they can't be found.
For those who know one II. G.. o,
All wish him under ground.
So I'll pocket all the Doodle,
For gall | do not lack:
Mark. han il over to me.
That coin for Major Mac.
In lieu of local patronage
I'll freeze to what I get,
For Otis knows enough, YOU see,
To flee from out the wet.
But I'll print loaded article.
Giving all my foes a whack;
Mark. han it over to me,
That coin for Major Mac.
The herald., 1896-07-07
A camraienins Bicycle Club

One Of the features of the Republican
zation of a new club, every member of
which will be q wheelman and able to make
a vigorous political speech. The object of
didacy of the Republican nominees in out
lying. towns and villages. Frequent runs
will be made TO these towns at night and
mass meetings conducted. The cyclers Will
first parade through town and invite the
people to participate in the meeting A
glee club will be one of the features. Law
yer Foster w. Freeman is the head and
front of the plan and Leonard j.. lyman.
also a lawyer. will be lieutenant. In honor
of Congressman James f. Stewart the club
is called Stewards Flying Legion New
York Journal.
The herald., 1896-07-07
MAKE HOME PLEASANT
Woman Can Very Easily Keep Her Husband
Away From Clubs

As a rule, the whole tone of home de-
pends upon the woman at the head of it.,
home. nor the wealthy home. In this aver
age home. whether sunshine shall enter the
rooms whether the drawing room shall be
used and enjoyed. whether the table shall
be invitingly spread. whether light and
bright fires shall give warmth and cheer on
winter nights-whether, in brief the home
place. is usually what the woman deter
mines.
Men are powerless in the matter. Some
find solace for a dismal home in study:
some occupation in business. Some submit
with what patience they can. Others are
attracted by the cheer of their clubs, and ii
is especially young men who are apt to
in consequence drift into bad company and
bad habits.
The herald., 1896-07-07
NOT IN DANGER
Cuban Filibuster, but No Spanish Man-of-
War

KEY WEST, July cit was reporte
here today that the steamer Three Friends
passed here at am pursude by the Span
ish warship Alfonso XIII. Bob vessels
were said to be under full steam and the
Three Friends was between eight and ten
miles ahead. Observers said the warship
fired upon the Three Friends. Great eX-
citement prevailed until schooner which
arrived this afternoon reported that the
warship which appeared to be chasing
the Three Friends was the U.S.S. Raleigh,
and that she was not chasing her.
The herald., 1896-07-07
tency is a Jewel that is apparently

Consistency is jewel that is apparently
not worn by the Sunday-law man.
The fact of the matter is the advocates
of that sort of legislation are either in
stinctive tyrants, monarchists or social
lists, or thoughtless persons who permit
themselves to be Influenced by associ-
ates belonging to one of the three classes
named. No person believing in the
American and democratic theory of in
dividualism cam consistently support
the principle expressed in such legisla-
tiOO
The herald., 1896-07-07
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The herald., 1896-07-07

The national Democratic convention
is one woman ahead of the Republican
affair. 1t has lady alternate from Utah.
If the fellow for whom she acts as alter
nate has any chivalry about him he will
retire and give her chance to be presi-
dent maker.
The herald., 1896-07-07

The present tariff is, it must be ad-
mitted with regret. protective tariff,
although not so much so as the McKin-
ley act it superseded. But it is higher
than the Morrill, tariff of 1s61-62. Yet
corn is selling at Is cents bushel. Will
William of-theT Tariff rise and explain
why this is thus? Will he say that what
the corn raisers need is more taxes?
The herald., 1896-07-07

The Republicans have had great deal
to say regarding wool and the woolen
business, but. as the New York Times
points out, in the following, there are
some phases of the WOODEN trade that
they are discreet enough to avoid. The
Times says:
Our Republican contemporaries are
not commenting upon the somewhat re-
narkable decline of the import of woolen
goods since the beginning of the year.
Here are the figures for the first four
months:
The herald., 1896-07-07
The Sou, Makes the Bodv

1.-THE one true doctrine of this wonderful
fairy tale is that your soul makes your
body, just as a snail makes its shell" And
again. You must know and believe that
snail makes it's shell. go am not jokine,
my little man.. I am in serious. solemn
earnest. Kingsley's The Water
Babies.
The herald., 1896-07-07

Ne IuSII OF Al1IeTICHIIS 20 EUROPE TITS
year is unprecedented. No fault can be
found with persons who want to get out
of this country during a presidential
canvass.-Kansas City Star.
This is the sort of patriotism that ex-
hibits itself only on the Fourth of July
in noise and pyrotechncs Can the
Kansas City Star be serious in thus ex-
culpating Americans in their desertion
at time of supreme Importance to the
country and every citizen?
The herald., 1896-07-07
Informal Dinner

Mr. and Mrs. Sheldon Borden enter
tained with very pretty dinner at their
home on sluth Hope street Sunday
evening, in honor of Mrs. Borden's cous-
in, Mr. Geo. H. Sullivan of New York
city Brilliant coreopsis and gypsifil-
lum graced the center of the table. A
delicious menu was served and enjoyed
by the following guests: Mrs. M. c..
Burnett, Miss Marie Burnett, Miss
Walters, Baroness Hayden Hickey, Will
Walters and Ralph Carhart.
The herald., 1896-07-07
The Sterling Qualities

Thoughtfulness for others, generosity.
modesty and self-respect. are the qualities
which make gentleman or lady as dis
tinguished from the veneered article which
commonly goes by that name.-uuxley
The herald., 1896-07-07
A Retrospect

First Tramp-Wuz you ever married?
Second Tramp-Well. list wish had all
the alimony | owe.-Puck.
The herald., 1896-07-07

There is fiattering prospect of Sen
ator Teller-not being nominated at Chi
Cago,
The herald., 1896-07-07

Some time ago. when theimports We're
Increasing, our Republican friends pub
lished columns about the devastating
flood" which was. of course. to be con-
tinued indefinitely But now all of them
are silent Even the reduction of the
value of imported cloth ard dress goods
from 5.112. 154 in January to 81. 800 63S lii
April is a matter of no interest to them.
The herald., 1896-07-07
The Herald ,mDroyiny

The Los Angeles Herald is improv-
ing in its genial style and tone very
much, and is becoming more popular
with the people. 1t will undoubtedly
stand squarely by the Democratic nom
inees of the Chicago convention. Its
Southern California news department
is very prominent feature in it's col
umns. Mr. Cleaver, the energetic agent
for it in this place, reports it's circua-
ton as growing rapidly.-Santa Ana
Standard.
The herald., 1896-07-07

My prices for wallpaper beat all the CITY,
A. A. Eckstrom. 324 South Spring street
The herald., 1896-07-07

Gold paper. SC. 1928 S. Spring.
The herald., 1896-07-07
WILLIAM S. CREIGHTON
Editor-in-Chief.

THE HERALD owns a full Associated
Press franchise and publishes the complete
telegraphic news report received daily by
special leased wire.
The herald., 1896-07-07

EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT: 221 East
Fourth street. Telephone 1856
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The herald., 1896-07-07

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office late delivery or any other negligence
on the part Of carriers During the week at
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o'clock
The herald., 1896-07-07

The publishers have arranged to have
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on all railroad trains in Southern % Gaiifor- or
MIA If the paper cannot be secured at any any,
deem it a special favor If patrons should
report same to the business office.
The herald., 1896-07-07

Sworn statement Of circulation published on
classified page.
TUESDAY, JULY 7, 1906
Birmingham state herald., 1896-09-05
DEMOPOLIS.
Merchants Primping Up for Fall-Teeth of a
 Mammoth Unearthed.

Demopolis, Sept 4.-(Special Core spondence.)- .)-Some of our merchants are painting their stores and putting down substantial pavements. Dsmopolis un- doubtedly is the best business town of its size in the state.
 The ladies of the Methodist church are rehearsing the opera "Eliza," which will be presented at the opera house next Thursday night. ..
 The Express had rooster and scare head over its announcement of the noml- nation for congress of Hon. George w. Taylor. It says the plum has fallen in the right place.
 Laborers who were digging a ditch on Messrs. Smith Brothers plantation near Jefferson, this county, unearthed the teeth from the lower jaw of some mann moth animal. The teeth were five In number and weighed six pounds, meas ured Il inches from cap to root, and IA inches wide. They were highly polished and colored like meerschaum pipe. MT. John Smith carried them to Mobile to have them exhibited by some antiquary.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-09-05
MOBILE.
Electric Cars Collide-A Flourishing Order.
 Tough Resort Taken in Hand.

| Electric Cars Collide-A Flourishing Order. Tough Resort Taken in Hand. Mobile, Sept. 3.-(Special Correspond ence)-Two cars of the Wilson line col lided on Marine street this morning. One was badly wrecked, and it's conductor and motorman had narrow escapes.
 Maple Camp No. 5, Woodmen of the World, initiated 115 new members last night at their rooms, and there was big time. It Is the largest and most prosper ous camp in the state.
 The mayor has issued an order that hereafter no balls or picnics will be al lowed at Eureka garden without an of11- cial permit This resort has acquired an unenylable notOriety of late on account of the disorderly conduct of negro toughs.
 The Central Trades council will ask the merchants to close on the occasion of the picnic Monday.
 Mr.. Ralph Gundersheimer celebrated his tWenty-firSt anniversary Tuesday night by giving a 'stag" party to his young gentlemen friends at the residence of his parents, on Jackson street, between Government and Church. An elegant re- past was spread before the guests. After dining toasts were offered to the host by his friends. A beautiful diamond locket was presented to Mr. Gundershelmer with an appropriate preseRtation speech by MT. Jake Zimmern on behalf or Messrs Norman H. Meyer, Sig Bauer and Morris Meyer. A gold watch and other handsome gifts were received by MT. Gundersheimer. A march was en- gagged in before the guests dispersed, be- ing led by MT. Norman H. Meyer, who acted as a partner to the host.
 At St. Johns church last night very pretty wedding took place, when Miss Annie V. Blalack of this city was married to MT. w. c. Staar of Montgomery. The wedding ceremony was performed by Rev. Gardiner c. Tucker al 8:30 o'clock.
 Capt. Peter Burke, Mobiles efficient chief of police, who has been laid up with an abscess on his foot, is able to be up. He shows signs of severe suffering, and walks with difficulty. He is now on the road to recovery and it will not be many days before he will be able to be out on the streets.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-09-05
GADSDBN.
Crack Riders to Participate in the Bicycle
 Races-Coroner Fails to Qualify

Crack Riders to Participate in the Bicycle
 Races-Coroner Fails to Qualify.
 Gadsden, Sept. 4.-(Special Correspond ence.)-The bicycle races here next Mon day and Tuesday will be participated in by Stowers, Hooper and other crack rid CTS. It is confidently expected that sev- eral records will be smashed.
 Cotton receipts are increasing.
 s. B. Lowrey, elected coroner, has failed to qualify and the governor will fill the office by appointment In bsats 20, 2S, 10 and Il one justice in each failed to qualify, In beats 6, 8, g, IA, 19, 25 and 26 none of the justices qualified. In beats 9, 5, 6, 8, g, 14, 19 20, 23, 25, 26 and 27 the constables did not qualify. In beats 3, and 22 no election was held.
 There will be three-cornered congress sonal race in this district The republic ans will put out Godfrey The populists have already nominated Howard and on the 9th instant the democrats will name their man.
 Mr K. Tidmore of Hoke's Bluff has dis posed of two of his young bloodhounds to the sheriff. Saturday he shipped couple to Indianapolis.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-09-05
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