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Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
------------- ---.- ! ------L GIVES UP THE STAGE.

E. w. Couldock, of "Dunstan Kirke"
 Fame Retires From the Boards.
 Kansas City, Mo-, Nov. H.-When the curtain was rung down at the Coates opera house tonight the stage lost the oldest actor on the American and English stages for c. W. Couldock quits the stage forever and ended his theatrical career. He is nearly 82 years of age, fifty-nine of which he has been an actor. His last ap- pearance was as Esquire Fenton" in Walton Lackay's "Dr. Be1graff."
 Dear old friend" how the boards that knew you so long and well will miss you. For more than half century you graced the stage and not a man in the country has more friends and admirers. You it was who created the part of "Dunstan Kirke" in that delightful play Hazel Kirke." Well can we recall the fatherly look you so lovingly gave the gentle Hazel" so gracefully portrayed by Miss Fife Ellsler, whose name will go down in historic lore coupled with yours Your hair is white with the frost of many win ters and your steps are feeble, but in your manly breast is incased. a heart as sturdy as the oaks of Greenwood, and as true as Damascan steel.
 It is with reluctance we give you up, for well we know that ages will come and go ere another will come who can win the hearts of as many thousands as thou ha st Critic "
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22

Birmingham, Ala, Nov 19, 1896. Gen. R. N. Rhodes, Editor Daily News,
 City: f-+i--ea4
 My Dear General-Certain editorial ut- terances lately appearing in your es- teemed journal, the Evening News, have left the impression on my mind that you really believe MT. VanHoose will be elect ed mayor in the coming December elec- tion. Now, as it happens l entertain an entirely different opinion as to the proba- ble result of that contest I believe that MT. VanHoose will meet with signal de- feat, and that your judgment. in this in- stance, is as badly off (pardon the sad reference), as when Tartarian played havoc with your hopes The premises thus being stated, proceed with my pro- position
 will bet you S200 against S100 that MT. VanHoose will not be elected mayor of this city in the coming election.
 At the same time having knowledge of a certain pledge you once made to forego within the confines of the commonwealth of Alabama all further indulgence in the fascinating practice of backing ones judgment and fully appreciating your stern determination to keep that pledge deem 1t proper under the circumstances to invite you to meet me out Of the state to conduct negotiations in the matter.
 If you are not already aware of the cir cumstances I will now inform you that am also under a pledge not to indulge in the use of stimulating beverages With in the confines of this commonwealth of Alabama, for the period of one year. -
 Thus, you see, my proposition opens up a prospect that in no respect involves one jot or little of our respective obligations, yet affords a glorious opportunity for temporary relief from self-imposed and wearisome burdens.
 Trusting that you will give this most favorable consideration, and enthusiastic acceptance, I await your answer with that degree of expectancy that would threaten the integrity of my pledge in the event of disappointment.
 Yours very truly, T. G. HEWLETT.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
IN THE COURTS.

A telegram was received in this city yesterday afternoon from Judge Broad man which infers that the United States court for this district will not probably convene before Wednesday,
 In the circuit court judgment by de- fault was rendered for $131 .95 for plaint- if in the case of Rogers Manufacturing company vs. Harry Mercer
 In the inferior criminal court Judge Feagin ordered c. H. Hicks bound over to the grand jury in the sum of $200, on a charge of grand larceny. Hicks is charged with having stolen lot of razors.
 Rich KinnebrooE and Ed Holstein, charged with burglary, were bound over in the sum of $100 each to appear before the grand jury.
 Phil Dawson and Albert Roberts, the two negroes arrested on a charge of high way robbery, will be tried on Tuesday.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
HusTLING DEALER.

In this issue will be found the adver- tisement of Mr. E. b. Forbes, the music dealer, who has recently opened branch house in our city and will work the trade for all it is worth. MT. Forbes is young. active and enterprising gentleman and has made wide reputation as a dealer in musical instruments. He has a music house in Anniston, Montgomery and Bes- semer. He now enters the Magic City, and asks for a share of public patronage. The State Herald is glad to welcome MT. Forbes to our city and predicts that he will do well. He is all right in his deal- ings, and the public will do well to call upon him and get prices before buying elsewhere.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
OUR LETTER BOX.
Editor State Herald:

Editor State Herald:
 As there is measure now pending in the legislature, which, in my opinion seriously affects the due administrat tion city, and also the finances of the city and state, I ask for space in your val uable paper to critfcise the bill. The bill provides for the establishment or second division of the criminal court of Jefferson county, with Jurisdiction over all offences against the city and over all misdemeanors committed in the county. In other words, it does the work for the city and the misdemeanor work for the county, thereby giving Judge Greene more time to try and dispose of the jail cases. The bill abolishes the inferior court and provides for judge to be elected by the general assembly at salary of s1, ,S00 Of this sum the city pays 5000 and the county $1,200; the clerk of the criminal court chall do the work of both courts; all fines and forfeitures arising from violations of city laws shall go to the city government, and the fines and forfeitures arising from the viola tions of the state law shall go into the county treasury; the city shall furnish the place for holding the court, and the second division of said court shall hoid one continuous term.
 The foregoing are the principal provis- ions of the proposed changes in the law. It Is at once seen that whereas the city now pays $2, 400 for judge and clerk, 1t makes a saving of s1, 800 per year. While the county pays s1 200, who will object to that when 1t affords an opportunity of speedy trials and thereby saves to the state and county 30 cents per day for each prisoner discharged or convicted? If there is an average of 100 prisoners daily in the jail, and this number can be reduced by speedy trials to fifty daily is there not saving of $15 daily? There is a desire on the part of the citizens to place the police court under the control of the mayor and aldermen, but the peo- pie may congratulate themselves that such a sentiment is not very strong. The reason requiring the establish ment and continuous of the police com mission are the same, only stronger, when applied to withholding the court from municipal political influences. This bill gives speedy trials and saves money to the city and ax-payers and 1t ought to become a law The prisoners lan- gushing in jail have rights, which, if the law-makers do not protect and provide for, justice will be denied.
 TAX PAYER.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22

The cold weather will soon overtake you; better take time by the forelock and buy your heavy underwear before it is too late. Our low prices will surely please you. Mems and boys underwear at 23c, 25c, 35c, 4Oc, 65c, 75c. 99c, $1, 25, and all other goods in this department in propor- tion. A saving of 50 per cent. to you when buying your underwear at Louis SakS'. .- .. ,1
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
SOUTHERN RAILWAY WINTER
 SCHEDULES.

Effective Sunday, November 8, 1896, the Southern Railway inaugurates their win ter; schedules, which afford excellent con nections to all points,. A
 Their superior service to the east can not be improved upon. and Southern Winter Resorts. Close connection is made at Atlanta, with Southern Railway Fast Trains, carrying through Pullman Drawing Room Sleep CTS, making the trip from Birmingham to all Florida points, comfortable and pleasant. Leaving in the afternoon at APO, Jacksonville is reached for break fast next morning, and direct connection is made there for all other points. For information as to rates. route, etc, call at Passenger Office, North goth street. Phone 846.
 J. P. BILLUPS,
 Travelling Passenger Agent. roy-8-2w
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
THE BAzAAR AT PRATFs


 Will Open Monday-Friends of the Con. ] testants Already Actively at Work.
 The bazaar for St. Catharine's church and school at Pratt City will open at the city hall Monday evening, continuing during the week.
 i'The Caledonian band of Pratt. City will be present each evening and will render some choice music.
 Monday evening Misses Annie o'Neal and Alice Talon, Prof. Black and Mrs. Frank Arico will entertain the audience with some excellent selections of vocal music.
 The nearer the approach for the open- ing of the bazaar the greater the interest manifested in the two contestants, MT. A. J. Riley, of Pratt City, and MT. James Donahoe, of Bessemer. The friends of the different candidates are already at work for their favorites.
 Thursday evening Father Daily, so fa- vorably spoken of as one of the ablest and most eloquent orators in the south will deliver an address on Thanksgiving.
 The dummy will leave Birmingham al o'clock D. m., returning at 10 p. m.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
If YOU wish to be well ant

If you wish to be well and stylishly dressed consult Lou is Saks. He is the general outfitter for men, boys and children. His garments are hobby and well fitting, his prices are modest and in reach of all. The very latest novelties in hats are always ready for your inspection. He is sole agent for Knox's cele- brated hats. A full line of Stetson's hats at very low and popular prices.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
BICYCLE AUCTION.

Special attention is called to the bicycle auction that will take place at Parker's auction house, 221 North Twentieth street, on next Tuesday. It will be an occasion where a person can get good wheel quite cheap-in fact at his or her own price. More than a dozen high grade manufacturers are represented on the plates of the wheels, so that person has a goodly number to select from. If you want to get the best bargain of your life don't fail to be on hand on next Tues day and buy you a wheel.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22

Stylish goods at low prices you will at all times find at Louis Saks', and such a large variety to select from. Con- suit your own interests and save your money when in want of a suit for yourself or boys, be sure and buy it from Louis Saks
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
LIKE A FAIRY SCENE.

lamp conld not conjure up a more beautiful sight than that in the jewelry store of H. c. Abbott & Bro. 12l Twentieth street. All the treasures of the Orient seem gathered there. The taste of the most fastidiOus can be satisfied. Wedding and holiday pres- ents especially desirable.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
COAL! COAL! COAL!

Kohinoor lump, S3; Kohi- moor nut, @ 25; Montevallo, (Peters') &3. 50. I make a re- duction of 5 to 8 per cent on list prices for, cash. Am also prepared to deliver up stairs, etc. J. R Blair,
 Cor. 18th St. and lst Ave.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
NEARING FOUR HUNDRED.

Col. D. c. Behrens, registrar in the Ninth ward, informs the State Herald that the registration by closing time will have reached the 400 mark. At closing time last night the number was 370, of which PIT were whites and 153 'colored.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22

Don't miss your chance, but buy your clothing, underwear, hats, shoes, in short, all wear ables for men, boys and chil-. dren, from Louis Saks and get your tickets on that handsome pony, cart and harness, and make the boys happy.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
ALABAMA GREAT SOUTHERN RAIL-
 ROAD COMPANY.

Effective Nov. 8. the Alabama Great Southern railroad will inaugurate the fastest schedule ever known between Cin- clnnati and New Orleans. This excel lent time is faster by several hours than any other line, between Birmingham and Cincinnati, only thirteen hours and forty five minutes, and between Birmingham and New Orleans, only ten hours.
 These trains carry Pullman drawing room sleepers, and run solid without change.-
 The shortest route north and northwest and south and southwest.
 c. M. BILLEEIMER, Travelling Passenger Agent.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
"Oh my, how lovely" is an exclamation often heard from the ladies as they pass by the show windows of H. c. Ab- bolt & Bro, jewellers, 121 Twentieth street.
R. B. sMYER IMPROVING.

The mother and sister of Mir. R. B. Smyer are with him in his sickness
 He is gradually recovering. His affiic- in the Morris hotel He steppe q into the elevator shaft and fell four feet. The fall bruised his leg and erysirelas set in.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22

N B.-We are opposed to the glass men, B well as coal men, wearing diamonds. We sell glass and reglaZe glass at prices low CT than any other house. .,,
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22

Order Splint Coal. Phone HAS and GA. sunexas t.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22

The Little Jokers will meet Thursday afternoon with Mrs. Eugene L. Brown, South Nineteenth street.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22

The itinerary of the company playing "Shore Acres" in which Miss Lucy Mor- row has a leading character, extends from Canada to Calofornia, and does not come nearer to Birmingham than Gin cinnati
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22

No printed invitations will be sent out to the Southern club reception on Thanks giving eve. but each member who attends the reception will be entitled to invite his lady friends and his male friends out of town. The expense of the reception will be met by subscriptions among the members. About 100 young ladies in tine city have been invited
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
A LETTER.

Birmingham, Ala, Nov. 19, 1896. en. R. N. Rhodes, Editor Daily News,
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22

Miss Blanche Thornton, who has been visiting Miss Rosa Sloss, returned home last night.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22
BUY CORONA COAL. John K. Warren, Manager.
 Telephone 102O.

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Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-22

The marriage of pr. Bird and Miss Jane Worthington will take place at the resi- line Worthington, South Twentieth street, this week. The future groom is promi- nent physician of Boligee, Ala. The bride-to-be is the daughter of MT. P. Worthington, deceased, who owned the plantation upon which Birmingham is located
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1896-04-29
REFORMS IN CUBA.
PROPOSED ny SENIOR MonEr n.
PRENDERGAsT.


New York, April ga dispatch to
the Herald from Madrid says; Senior
Moret Prendergast in an interview
said: Il have been thorough liberal
and always fought for Cuban liberties.
When | was minister for the colonies
In 1850 l introduced two laws of which
l am very proud-one for the abolition
OF the slavery which Is still called in
Spain the Morot law. and the other
enactins a constitution for Puerto Rico
which was unanimously approved and
which was, In effect, self government.
1hia constitution was put aside when
the liberal party went out Of power.
also gave free trade to Puerto Rico.
Il did not give the same to Cuba as
! the Island was In a state OF insurrec-
| ton. ! am thoroughly IN favor OF the
application Of liberty TO Cuba on three
points. do not want autonomy for
the meaning which that word conveys
Ia too vague. Everybody can interpret
and understand autonomy as he him
self choOses. ! prefer 10 define clear
ly the reforms consider necessary.
"First-Economic reform, mean
by this free trade, the guarantee OF all
foreign capital employed In Cuba, the
alfNN"hvh VI lAIke poitlon or Inc
cuban revenue to the public works OF
the lslnnd. ana unity or similarity OF
the banking system employed extend
Ing to Cuba -he national credit.
Administrative reform. The
formation OF municipalities with proper
Independence to be submitted 10 the re-
ferendum and some kind OF provincial
body to be called, let us say, the dipu-
tacion, with proper faculties and pow
ers 70 administer all local interests.
rhird-Political reform. This Is to
be the last to be applied and as a con-
sequence only distinct understanding
between the peninsular and lnsiilar
peoples with regard to the two previous
points and only after the complete paci-
iication of the island. The form that
this VIII take Will be a subject for fu-
ture discussion and arrangement be-
twoen the two peoples before being sub
mittad to the cortes, There are two
methods. either imperial federation or
the present system OF sending deputles
70 the spanish parliament The selec-
non OF one OF these VIII depend on the
state OF mind at the time being OF the
cuban and Spanish statesmen"
Your correspondent asked Senior
/ Moret whether In his opinion these re
forms could be enforced immediately
IN cuba and whether he thought there
would be any difficulty in doing so.
Yes replied he. economic and adj
ministrative reforms could be enforced
NJ once. but not political reforms. 10
my mind the existing war would offer
no obstacles. Difficulties might arise
irom csotism or from personal inter-
estg but DO not attach any Importance
70 these. They could easily be over
come. My Idea would be TO propose
them on the assembling OF the cortes
and they could be approved In a fort
ought Puerto Rico TO get reforms
without regard to Cuba2'
Most certainly, and cannot under
stand why the government with such
good iieid In witch to display their
them already"
ppey your excoliency agree with
senor saEasta that the Spanish people
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1896-04-29
PROF. EDWARD E. PHELPS. NJ. D.. LID.

MIA, rheumatism, diseases OF the kid
neys, regalned their health and
strength and buoyancy by the well adj
vised use Of Paines celery compound.
As great leader and writer In Boston
publicly declared one day, Paine's cell
cry compound has proven itself to be as
much better than all the ordinary ner-
vines, sarsaparlllas. and trade prepara-
lions as the diamond Ia brighter than
ordinary glass.
From thousands OF grateful persons
unsolicited testimonials began to pour
In from those whom Palne's celery COM
pound had benefited. The wealthy
and the poor. the famous and the com
parauvely unknown. sent TO the newa-
rrletors of the remedy. to the newspa-
PAPERS, to their friends. the glad news
that here Mt last they had found a
remedy that made them themselves
agBinl
hnd the foolish fellows with their
s3dy nostrums, starting up here and
ihere every year. discovered as often
as they tried II that when a persons
health Is at stake he or she viii not be
Imposed upon. Palne's celery com.
pound was in greater demand last year
than the year before: the demand this
spring Is greater than for all the So
called spring remedies combined Peo-
pie Insist upon having the one remedy
that does them good. makes them
strong, repairs their shattered strength,
They call for Paines celery compoundi
The story OF the life work OF This
great physician has often been told
and Is familiar o most readers.
Prof Phelps was born in Connecticut
and graduated from the military
school at Norwich, VT He studied
medicine with Prof. Nathan Smith OF
New Haven, Conn, and graduated in
medicine at Yale. -
HIS unusual talent soon brought him
reputation and prominence. First he
was elected TO the professorship OF
anatomy and surgery IN the Vermont
university. Next he was appointed
--ies'nrer on materin mtdlca and medI-
eai botany In Dartmouth college. The
next year he was chosen professor OF
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1896-04-29
FORT WORTH PHARMACY co.,
Main ana Fifth streets.

TO the poverty OF the Individual road,
but on the other hand, n considerable
proportion Is on the branch lines OF
wealthy corporations amply able to
make the necessary improvements.
The commission considers that. for
equal charges, the service rendered the
people ~ more variable than there Is
just occasion for II has long been rec
ognlzed that public opinion has consid-
cradle force In inducing railway compa-
MES to Introduce improvements las ex-
porienoed notably in England. and
Publicity IT. regard to the improve.
nents made In Texas railways Is ut
tanned by requiring The companies to
furnish In their annual returns (Which
are published In the report OF the COM
mission), particulars az 10 rail and tie
renewals. bridges. trestles etc. The
weight OF rail and number OF tons laid
are reported, together with the cost at
the distributing point, and the number
and material OF ties renewed. with cost
per tie, are also given. The statement
as to general conditions of alignment
and grade. coupled with the returns as
TO fuel consumption per mile for en-
BineA In passenger, freight switching
construction and mixed train service,
enable some comparisons to be drawn
as to economy In operation. There are
now S.3Sb miles OF steel rRil TO g05 miles
Of iron rail In main track, but 1876 miles
OF steel to $40 miles OF iron in yards
and sidetracks.
The cost OF railway transportation
Is taken up by the commission, and
considerable information is ON file In
regard TO this matter.
The percentage OF operating *
ponses to gross earnings ranged from
aOS3 per cent to 2a7.26 per cent, tho
average being 1928 per cent, From the
tad Col.
suits are clearly ascertained, as follows:
!. The average legitimate cost OF rail-
way operation per train mile in Texas
exclusive OF nxed chageD should be
less than 81.
2. The average operating expenses
should not exceed 10 per cent OF the
gross earnings.
o. The normal distribution of operat-
ing expenses should be about as fol-
lows' sixty per cent for train expenses
unelpdlng maintenance OF equipment),
20 per cont for maintenance OF way
aud rs per cent for general expenses.
4. Not more than so per cent OF the
operating expenses should increase di-
rectly as the traffic.
The report also contains an account
which we cannot reproduce at length,
OF the operations during the year under
the Tex1s bonding law. We believe
the state has gonc farther than any
other state NJ the Union with respect
70 the restriction OF railway bonding.
Under the Texas law no bonds can be
Issued on any railway line for greater
amount than Its actual value, as de-
termined by the commission. Any one
familiar with the water that has been
Injected into the capitalization of al
most every railway corporation In the
country at some time In its history,
through bond issues. will confess that
Texas Is attempting TO remedy a very
real and serious evil: every one will
watch with interest to see what meas
ure Of success is attained In the work
that she has undertaken.
Fort Worth gazette. [volume] (Fort Worth, Tex.) 1891-1898, 1896-04-29

positive cure FOR nervous ailments. an
unfaillng blood purifier, had been dis
covered by Prof Phelps OF Dartmouth.
than physicians everywhere welcomed
Paines celery compound as the most.
to-be-desired discovery OF time whsn
modern ways of working and living
had begun TO multiply diseases that
arise from Impaired nerves and impure
blood
When great public demand
arose for this remedy from one
end OF the country 10 the other
at once, as In every such case.
lot Of cheap fellows began to try to
impose upon people one and an
other trade medicine, sometimes
harmless, sometimes harmful. always
worthless, claiming for them the unex-
ampled properties Of Palnes celery
compound.
Naturally none OF them ever sue
ceeded None OF them ever will.
Paine's celery compound made people
Welt
The aged and infirm found in II new
and lasting strength. Thousands of
women and men, tired out, run down.
Respondent, sick. suffering with insom.