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Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
Standing.

There was a sudden change of weather
yesterday, and with it came good ball
playing by the Balyhoos as our neighbor,
"Old Granny" chooses to call the Biz
mingham team
The State Heralds sporting editor has
all along asked for clemency on behalf Of
the local team predicting good, earnest,
clean sport when the Bluebirds got in
shape. A wedding out, replanting and
transpanting, with good, gingerly coach
ing, brought out the metal of the lads
and they proved that the tail end of the
league standing would moi long remain in
Birminghar's possession.
Chaffin went in the box for Birming-
ham; Fuller, the new acquisition, went to
third. and Gorton to center, where he
rightly belongs. Chaffin pitched a great
game, Fuller proved ripe peach and
the way Gorton went out and got diff
cult files made the hair rise on the backs
of the "Graybacks" from the Capital City.
Leighton, the Birmingham anna teur, also
proved his ability, and his work was in
keeping with that of the rest of the team
which was good, all-around, genuine ball
playing.
Birmingham made her first run in the
fourth inning, thusly: Katz raped the
sphere to deep center for three bags Ry-
an hit a clean single to left, and Katz
scored, Rappold got to first on a bunt
which Kehoe fumbled in attempting to
field, Ryan going to third, but was cut
off by Peoples In trying to run home. Cor
ton flew out to left, and Hoolihan got to
second on Peoples error, Rappold scor-
ing. Leighton went out from third to
first The score then stood 2 TO o.
Montgomery had up to this time failed
to score, though in the second and third
1t was a little dangerous
In the sixth Birmingham again scored,
Rappold getting a present, advancing to
second on Gorton's hit, going to third on
Hoolihans fielder's choice and scoring ON
neat steal
1t was the same old story for Mont
gomery, and until the last nalf of the
ninth looked like shut-out. But Kehoe
went to the plate, found the ball for a
single; Deadly did the same, and was fol-
lowed by Pabst with a two-bagger,s Ke-
hoe and Deadly scoring. billiard flew out
to Fuller and German to Katz. Mangan
got to first on Hooihan's error. Pabst
scoring and tying the game. Bailey flew
out to Fuller and the game grew rather
interesting
Walsh went up for Birmingham and
raped out a long three-bagger and was
cut off a the plate by great throw from
Deadly to the plate. Fuller went out
from third to first and Katz flew out to
Deadly.
In Montgomerys half of the tenth
Meara fouled out to Rappold and Peoples
followed with fly out to Hoolihan. Ke-
hoe made a clean hit and every one got
upon his toes. Deadly faced Chaffin and
on the first ball over the plate sent hot
grounder to Leighton. 1t looked ugly,
| but Leighton accepted a mean looking
| chance, stopped the ball, recovered and
| threw him out at first with not q second
| to spare.
| 1t was then late and Umpire Lally call
| ed the game on account of darkness.
The following is the official score:
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
SALE OF A DUMMY LINE.
The Birmingham, PowderIy and Bessemer
Changes Ownership Under the Ham
mer-Bought by B. B. Conner.

The Birmingham, Powderly and Bes-
semer railroad was sold yesterday morn
ing in front of the government building
at II o'clock by Special Master N. w.
Trimble under a decree obtained by the
receivers on the 9TH of March,
The road was bid in for $14O52.25 by
b. B. Conner of this city.
Mr.. e. N. Cullom bid $13,5O0 Mr. Gull
lom stated to a State Herald reporter
that his purpose was to buy the road,
equip 1t in first-class style and operate it
strictly as a business investment.
The reporter approached Mr.. Conner
as to his intentions in buying the road.
He simply stated that he had bought
the road and that was all he was In a
position to say about it. 1t is rumored,
however, that Mr.. Conner represented
the bondholders, the Maryland Trust
company and others. The trust COM
pany has an official in this city.
The road extends from Birmingham,
leaving Second avenue and Eighteenth
street, and runs via Powderly to Bes-
semer. The road is said to be greatly
in need of repair
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
PlTHY POINTERS
About the Performance of "Erminie" Next
Tuesday Night.

TUESDAY Nlgnt.
The old vets do not call upon the public
very often for their support and when
they do they always give them something
first-class for the amount of their contri-
button.
They offer the Birmingham public in
the performance of the opera "Erminie''
a frst-class observation-disclosures that far
surpasses great many of the travelling
professional opera companies. No ex-
pense has been spared to make this per-
formance fully worthy the patronage of
every citizen in Birmingham.
a bevy of beautiful society bellies will
supply the business public with tickets to
Erminie' in advance of the performances
They do not assume the role of solicitors.
They take 1t for granted that every one
wants ticket and they are going to save
them the trouble of going for them. Ev-
cry citizen of Birmingham who Is ap-
preached by these ladies should esteem it
a privilege to get their tickets from them
Mr.. Sam Blake as Ravsnnes. one of the
thieves in "ErmiDie," will be great The
dexterity with which he steals every
thing in sight is marvellous.
Mr.. Sam Gown, who plays the part of
Cadeaux, the other thief, is given the an
portunity of his life for fine comedy
work.
~ SOo tiiuh tle Two odT1S VIII get
there? Well, just wait and see.
Mr.. j. M. Cartwright, the magnificent
tenor, will charm his hosts of friends in
"Erminie." He has some of the pretti est
numbers in the opera and he sings .hem
superbly.
II wants yer nah, honey" is what ev-
cry one will say when they hear Ermiuie
sing when Love Is Young"
Some people may think that George Al
lison will appear stiff on the stage, but
just wait until the scene between he and
Javotte in the second act. Oh, my!
1t is amusing to see Basil Manly Allen
trying to prove an alibi in the third act
of "Erminie''
His Royal Whooperup Wadeson will
sing one of his great coster songs in Err
mimic" Sir Wadeson is the only living
irppersonator of the real English coster
with the exception of Albert Chevalier
who of course, is tame when compared
with his royal whooperup.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
THE DRIFT.

The following states have held eonven-
items recently, either democratic or re-
publican, aud the action of these con-
Nen'ions will give an idea of the political
drift:
The Arkansas republican convention
instructed its delegates for Mckinley.
The Mississippi republican convention
selected Mckinley delegates
Tbe Ohio republican convention was
over whelmihgly for Mckinley. The con-
vention declared for protection and rec
iprocity and for honest money"
The Iowa republican convention met
chiefly to promote the candidacy of Sena-
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
Atlanta-Columbus.

Atlanta, April 22.-The Atlantas took
the last game of the series from Column
bus this afternoon, making 1T three
straights. The attendance was good,
but not as large as on either of the pre-
vious days. The game was the best
played and most interesting of the Sc
ries, and as long as playing was going
on the result was in doubt. Cross
pitched for the locals and kept the Co
lumbus batters guessing right along.
Williamson was far from being an easy
mark for Atlanta. Key, an Atlanta am
ateur, who covered second for Columbus,
put the ball deep into center for home
run. Score:
r II r
Atlanta ..........1 0 D "a 8
Columbus .....0 0 90 l 1 0 o. 1
Batteries-Cross and Fields: William
son and Gibson. Umpire-Keefe.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.

Washington, April 22.-Today's game
was very loosely played on both sides,
Brooklyn winning through better hit
ting and McJames' liberality with bases
on balls. Captain Joyce was hit in the
face with pitched ball in the second
inning and was compelled to retire. A
great deal of kicking was INDUCED In
by both sides over Umpire Keefe's de-
cisions and the wrangling was of such
frequent occurrence that only six In
nings We're played Attendance, 220O.
Score:
r H e
Washington ..........02 O2 A o. 10 s
Brooklyn .............3 OIL 2 0.6-12 3 5
Batteries-Harper and Grim; McJames
and Mcclure.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

triple into a. home run and thus bring
ing the winning run he busted for he
was caught at the plate by about
inches 1t was an exciting game from
start to finish and kept the spectators
guessing all the way through. The fol-
lowing is the score:
r II r
Mobile ..........7 5 2 0 1 2-21 28
New Orleans ....7 2 s 0 OIL 16
atteries-Whitrock, Schmidt and
Brockfield: Smith, Walsh and Huston.
Umpire-Clark.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
Cincinnat,-Cleveland.

Cincinnati, April 22.-Both Cuppy and
Dwyer pitched splendid ball today, but
the latter was more effective when men
were on bases and did not allow base
on balls. In the seventh inning the Reds
secured a lead of two runs, which the
visitors could not overcome. Attend
ance, 2500 Score:
r H r
Cincinnati .......0 ? 0O103 OF 8 s
Clevenland ...2 1 1 0 0 0 0 o. 8 8
Batteries-Dwyer and Vaughan; Cup
py and O'Connor.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

side, the Phillies fell upon Meekin and
piled up nine runs. After that there was
no interest in the game, for the New
Yorks could not find Taylor. Score:
r H e
Philadelphia 40 8 2 0 2 0 0 Id II 0
NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS. Meekin and Will
son; Taylor and Grady.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

BITnIngham ....,....U I q 0 o U-3
Montgomery .......0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0-3
Summary-Struck out-By Chaffin, 2;
by Sheehan, 2. Bases on baIls-By Chat
fin, 1; by Sheehan 2. Earned runs
Birmingham. 1; Montgomery, 2. Double
plays-Fuller, Leighton and Ryan; Cor
man, Peoples and Pabst. Three-base
hits-Katz, Walsh and Pabst. Two-base
hit-Pabst, l. Stolen bases-Rappold,
Leighton, Hoollhan and Meara. Umpire
--IIally.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
misunderstanding.

Pittsburg, April 22-Pittsburg won
easily from Louisville today, finding
Clausen's delivery without trouble. The
features were Stanzels hitting and the
short field play of Shannon. Attend
ance, $500. Score:
r HI e
Pittsburg ......0 31102 IS IL
Louisville .....0 0 0 90 2 0 0 1-3
Batterles-Killen and Sugden; Clausen
and Warner.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
Mobile-New Orleans.

Mobile, April 22.-Mobile and New Or
leans played a tie game this afternoon,
which Mobile lost by about 6 inches.
New Orleans went first to the bat, and
when she went in for her half of the
eighth the score stood q to 10 in favor
of the visitors. Clifford scored on his
Wright's fly out to right, leaving Payn-
ter on first, when Kid Schmidt WALKED
up to the plate, with victory or busf''
written in his face. He smote the ball
a ccrking triple way out into center
field, scoring Paynter and tying the
score. and IN trying to stretch his
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
THE HERALD's ESTIMATE.

The gold standard men are not as chip"
Ply as they were a short time back. Even
the New York Herald figures the silver
forces in the lead. The worst showing
that is now made by the gold journals for
the silver wing of the party in the con-
yention is the following, fathered by the
New York Herald
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

The final and corrected returns of the
qunquennal census taken throughout
the German empire on December 2 last
show the increase of population during
the last five years to have been greater
than during any preceding FIVE years.
The total population of the empire is
shown to amount to 52,244, SOB, which,
compared with the preceding census,
marks an increase of LII per cent per
annum. The German newspapers point
out that the population of Germany now
exceeds that of France by 100000, and
that as the quinquennial. increase in
Germany was nearly 100000 as against
barely 10000 in France, Germanys nu-
merlcal superiority is likely to go on in
creasing proportionately, circumstance
which must tell in favor of European
peace
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

The table, 1t will be observed, puts the
two wings almost on level. leaving over
2on delegates in the doubtful column.
And in itself that is an extraordinary ad-
vance upon the $50 votes allowed to the
silver democrats two months ago and the
lardiy 500 then given to the goldbugs
I,,1t of course the New York Herald will
have to amend its doubtful list. Califor-
mia will pretty certainly go into the silver
ranks. FLORIDA and Georgia are by no
means doubtful. AS to Illinois, Senator
Palmer recently said: "While 1 cannot
predict what will be the position OF the
state convention, am frank to say that
the. action which has already been taken
makes me very apprehensive. The
trouble is that the organization of the
state is in the hands of the silver men,
like Altgeld, Hinrichsen and others, and
they can bring great deal of influence
to bear. l woul not be surprised to seq
Illinois democrats declare for free coin
age"
Indiana will no doubt follow Turpie
end Voorhees, Now that Alabama has
set the pace, the Herald may transfer
from its doubtful column enough votes
to give the convention to the silver pha-
lanx. In this connection it Is interesting
to note that Mr.. Bryan has made an es-
TINA tie, which appears editorially in the
Omaha World-Herald of last Sunday.
He gives 516 votes for free silver, 80 for
Clevelandlsm and 6S doubtful. He in
cludes Indiana and Illinois In the silver
list and puts Louisiana in the doubtful
list In our opinion there is no doubt
as 10 Louisiana. 1t Is for free silver.
1t appears now to be admitted on all
sides that free silver will win at the
Chicago convention.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
Council Among the Teachers.

To the State Herald:
Knowing the willingness with which
the State Herald has always mentioned
the worthy actions of the colored people,
please allow us to mention the eloquent
address delivered before the Colored
Teachers institute by Prof. w. III. Coun-
Gill. Mr.. McAdory. county superintend-
ent, was present. and warmly applauded
Professor Council. Professor Coupcill
is president e the Normal Industrial col
lege at Nc ! Ala. He is doing a WON
derful WORN u his people. He holds that
the negro is here TO stay and work out his
destiny In the south. Professor Coun-
cilrs school is a creature OF southern con-
ditions and stands monumental to the
generosity OF the SOU hern whites toward
the negro. X.
The weak and worn out find just the
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

Even the ultra advocates of the gold
standard now admit that Alabama is
overwhelmingly for the free and unlimit-
ed coinage of both gold and silver al the
ratio of 16 TO l.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

The man who fails to vote the demo-
cratic ticket in August had as well burn
the bridge after him. The party has en-
deavored to fulfill its every agreement
to those who claim to be democrats, and
no excuse is left for a single one to vote
against his party in August.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
NATIONAL LEAGUE GAMES.
Baltimore-Boston.

Baltimore April 22.-Singles by Dolan
and Long and a two-bagger by Lowe in
the eighth inning gave Boston their only
run and spoiled Ponds effort to shut
them out Up to that time two infield
scratches were the best showing the VS.
itors could make off his delivery. At
tendance ALSO. Score:
r H e
baltimore ......1O21 8 0 2 80 10
BOSTON ,O 0 0 0 0 0 0 l o. 5
Batteries-Pond and Robinson; Dolan
and Camel.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

The opposition to democracy had hoped
that the state convention would have en-
barrassed Captain Johnston by placing
him on a compromise platform, and the
straightforward shoulder silver lick has
demoralized them.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
st. Iouis-Chicago.

ST. Louis April 22.-McDougal was hit
hard in today's game and gave way to
PARROT in the fifth inning after the game
was virtually lost. Attendance, $500.
Score:
r H e
ST Louis ,......1 DOL 90 1 "a 6 8
Chicago ........0 OILS 10 % 10 0
Batteries-McDougall, PARROT and Nc
Farlane; Friend and DoDohue.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

The Chattanooga Times, which is the
most rabid gold standard organ south
of Wall street, has an editorial article
advising free coinage democrats to Ego
slow" 1t cautions them that "they are
treading on dangerous ground when they
prescribe democrats in mere local and
state affairs because the prescribed do
not agree with them on the purely ma
tional question of Currency"
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
Don't Run

To the tele pholse. The desk set saves all
that. Such comfort when you're busy
to do your telephoning without leaving
your desk.
BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE Elk
CHANGE,
4-11-tf w. L. Woodruff, Manages.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
New York-Philadelphia.

New York April 22.--The New Yorks
were badly defeated by the Phillies at
the Polo grounds today. Meekin started
In to pitch, but in the third inning, after
chances had been offered to retire the
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

The republicans of North Carolina
have refused to fuse this year with the
populists. The republicans demanded a
larger number of candidates on the coali-
ton ticket than the populists would con-
cede Not only in the north, but in the
south, the republicans are puffed up with
the prospect of success and do not care
to divide the prospective spells. There
never has been, and cannot be- any SYM
pathy between the republicans and popu-
lists. Their ideas of governmental policy
are as widely apart as the poles. Their
union has never been sanctioned by love,
but was promulgated solely by the lust
for spoils. One party has suffered loss
of self-respect by the union and the other
loss of virtue.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

For the first time the Birmingham Blue
birds got in the game yesterday and
showed their mettle. Let everybody go
out today and see them make monkeys of
the Gulf Coast CLANS.
Mobile comes next and they will prove
puddings to Manager Rourke's Blue
birds.
Police Officer Perdue made a grand
stand play yesterday afternoon in chas-
ing a crazy white boy about the outfield
with a pistol. He first threw his club at
the boy, who picked 1t up on a short
bounce and made an attempt to steal
home. Off he went, with the officer in hot
pursuit. Suddenly a pistol leaped from
the pocket of the bluecoat, and bang
went a shot into the air. The lad kept
on, but stumbled and fell Down upon
him bounced the officer, and over he also
went, Officer Newman came to the res
cue, and the boy was finally gotten under
control. 1t was a great sde-show per-
Torrance.
The grand stand and gate will be free
to ladies today. Go out and give the
Bluebirds encouragement by your pres
ence.
The Birmingham Railway and Electric
company are handling the people to and
from the ball park excellently well, and
are deserving of praise therefor.
Sparks and Rappold will be the battery
today, and the Birmingham lad will pitch
the game Of his life. He has great speed,
and he can fool the best of 'em.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
ss s,sTa1-
BIRMINGHAM ADJOINING.
Yesterdays Ball Game Was Somewhat En-
couraging as Well as Surprise-We
May Have Ball Yet.
Results of Yesterdays Games.

Birmingham. 8 Montgomery. 8
Atlanta. Columbus :. -. 2
Mobile..,..,. .......2l New Orleans. 81
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
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Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

Democrats of all factions all yield like
party patriots to the action of the state
convention.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

The weak and worn out find just the
needed strength and health in Hoods
Sarsaparilla.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23
AMERICAN POETRY
Is the Subject Of Lecture by Mrs. Cunning.
nam Before the City teachers Institute.

nam BEFORE the City teachers institute
A lecture will be delivered before the
city teachers institute on Saturday
morning by Mrs. Robert Cunningham.
The topic selected by Mrs. Cunningham
is American Poetry and those who
have had the good fortune to hear Mrs.
Cunningham before predict a rich treat
for those who may hear her Saturday
morning.
The lecture will be given In the high
school building at 10 o'clock and the pub
lie is cordially invited.
We are headquarters in California
wines, such as sherry, port and clarets.
We canot be excelled In quality and
prices on imported and domestic liquors
Of any kind. Give us a trial and be con-
WINGED. NJ. & A. WISE
Cor. Morris ave. and Twentieth street
Hillman Hospital
There will be meeting of the board
Of Hillman hospital Thursday at 10
o'clock MRS. A. f. SMITH.
Secretary.
Birmingham state herald. (Birmingham, Ala.) 1895-1897, 1896-04-23

The grand stand and gate will be free
to ladies today. Go out and give the
Bluebirds encouragement by your pres
enCe.