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Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
IN MICHIGAN.
The Betting Is Even on the Result-Esti-
 nataS

The Betting Is Even on the Result-Esti-
 mates.
 Detroit, Mich, Oct. 31-The republican and democratic central state committees in this state make contradictory claims. The republican committee claims that Mckinley will carry the state by 10000, of which 10000 is expected from the upper peninsular. The congressman are also claimed, two being conceded to the demo- crats. The committee declines to state which districtsit expects to lose.
 The democratic committee says that it's information shows a Bryan majority of 32,000 in the state. On congressman, it expects to carry the First, Second. Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth Seventh, Eighth and Tenth districts, with fighting chance in the Ninth and Eleventh. On the state is expected to run behind Mckinley by both parties, and sligh, fusion, to run ahead of Bryan. Sligh will receive many republican and gold democratic votes who will not vote for Pingree.
 The railroad and business interests, which Pingree has been antagonizing while Mayor of Detroit, are expected to cut into his vote.
 Sprauge, gold democrat for governor, will get part of this vote.
 Little attention is being paid to the Palmer ticket in Michigan. Betting on Michigan in Detroit is at even money on Bryan and Mckinley. Fusion between the democrats, prohibitionists, people S and silver republican parties has resulted in a consolidation of all anti-republican elements hitherto a majority of the votes, for Bryan.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01

visions, representing every branch of trade. industry and professional pursuit Each division contained Handsomely decorated floats and the marchers car ried banners emblematic of their oceupa- tion inscribed with appropriate notices Fully a score of bands furnished music and dozen of drums corps gave correct measure to the tread of the mighty hosts.
 The parade foromed in the afternoon west of Twelfth street, and promptly at 1:30 o'clock the sound of thirteen cannon shots gave the signal for the start. The columns, eight men abreast, swung into Washington avenue and marched through the principal business streets, amid a display of flags, banners and bunting that fairly covered the buildings on each side of the procession. It is estimated that 50000 men were in line, and their passage was witnessed by at least 100000 persons who lined the sidewalks and oc- cupied every availa ble point of vantage.
 Tonight's free silver parade was fully up to expectations in numbers and noise. It was intended to counterpoise the day parade of the republicans, and the result is drawn battle. Torches, calcium lights and colored fire made luminous the line of machine and drum corps, and noise producers of every degree did their worst. The parade was under the direc- tion of the Bryan Working Mems club, which alone has a membership of 5000. Extravagant claims as to the number of men in line were made by the marshal and aides, some placing the figure as high as 5O,000. Conservative observers agree that 30,0O0 is the best estimate. A notable feature was the presence of hun dreds of men wearing yellow and white badges, they having marched in both pa rades. The route was over streets west of Twelfth street.
 At the end of the march at 1030 D. m. the -paraders were assembled about Grants statue on Twelfth street, where dozen speakers made their closing ap- peals of the campaign for Bryan and free
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
AT THE CHURCHES.

Church of the Advent tEpiscopaD. Rev. John G. Murray, rector. Services tomorrow as follows: Holy communion at a. m.. morning prayer, Htany and sermon at Il a. m., evening prayer and sermon at 7:S0 D. m. All cordially in- vlted.
 At the Christian church tomorrow morning Pastor Watson will discuss ''The Central Truth of Christianity" At this time the pastor for another year will be considered. Every member should be present. Preaching at 7:15 p. m. Sub- ject: When I Die" A cordial invita- tion is extended to every one.
 The Peoples Temple, Ninth street and Third avenue, Rev. c. L. Mann, D. D., pastor, Prof. J. Hoskins preceptor. Sun day school 10 a. m.; preaching at Il a. m. and 7:45 D. m., by the pastor Morning subject: "The Silver That Shines Evening subject: "The Gold That Gilt ters.'' Epworth and Junior rally, p. m. Ladies Aid Monday. p. m.; prayer meet ing Wednesday 7:45 p. m. A cordial well come to all.
 Cumberland Presbyterian church, cor ner Fifth avenue and Eighteenth street, Robert D. Weir. pastor-Services Il a. m. and 7:30 p. m.
 All Saints Day. November 1.--Trinity church, Bessemer, holy communion, 10:45 a. m.; Grace church, Woodlawn, evening prayer, D. m; Christ church, Avondale, holy communion, 7:30 D. m. Thomas J. Beard, D. D., Missionary.
 pr. John D. Jordan will preach at the First Baptist church this morning in the absence of the pastor. The choir will there will be special service by the choir.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
HANNA,s FINAL FIGURES.

Chicago Oct. 31.-Chairman Hanna of the republican national committee fur nshes the following to the press this morning:
 q am confident that the strength of Mckinley and Hobart in the electoral col lege as a result of next Tuesdays cleo tion, will not be less than 311 votes The estimate is made upon figures just re- ceived> from chairmen of state commit tees, the result of final polls taken in such a careful manner as to give them the highest credence. These polls indi- cate that the vote by states will be as follows: Mckinley (safe)-California g., Connecticut 6, Delaware 8, Illinois "A, h. diana 15, Iowa 13, Kentucky 19, Maine G., Maryland 8, Massachusetts 15 Michigan IA, Minnesota g, New Hampshire 4, New Jersey 10, New York 36, Nebraska $, North Carolina II, North Dakota 3, Ohio 23 Oregon 4, Pennsylvania 32, Rhode Island 4, South Dakota 4, Tennessee l2 Vermont 4, West Virginia 6, Wisconsin 12, Wyoming 3. total 311. Probably safe Kansas 10, Virginia 12, Washington !, total 26 Doubtful-Missouri IT, Texas b, total 32. Bryan (safe)-Alabama H. Ar kansas 8, Colorado 4, Florida 4, Georgia 13, Louisiana 8, Mississippi g. Montana 5, Nevada g. South Carolina 9, Utah 3, Idaho 3, total IS.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
FLORENCE.
Successful Test of Tobacco CuIture-Dr
 Shoemaker Honored

Successful Test of Tobacco CuIture-Dr.
 Shoemaker Honored.
 Florence, Oct. 31.-(Special Correspond ence)-Dr. D. c. Green reports a success ful test of his tobacco raising this year. He realized $50 per acre on his ten acres in cultivation under the skillful handling Of w. s. Britton, an expert tobacconist from High Point, N. C., who came to cure the crop. Dr. Green erected large dry ing barn of the latest improved pattern, which has proven a great success. By the new process the leaves are gathered and cured as they mature which does away with big loss from dead and badly seasoned leaves The stalk is left in the ground, and, as it is rich in nitrogen does not weaken, but strengthens the soil. MT. Britton claims that the upland hills and clay soil of this section are better adapted to raising fine tobacco than the most fa- vored sections of North Carolina and Vir- ginia.
 The steamer William J. Bryan, Major Swartz's trim little craft, is still stranded on sand bar just below the bridge. It is something unusual for boat to strand where the Bryan now lies, and it is only during very low stage of water that the bar at that place causes trouble.
 Rev. J. w Shoe maker, D. D., has been elected chairman of the publishing com mittee of the Alabama Advocate, the offi- cial paper of the Methodist church in Ala bama. Dr. Shoemaker succeeds Dr. Rush as chairman. Dr. Shoemaker is becoming prominent in church journalism, and is having many honors thrust upon him.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
GOVERNOR ELECT JOHNSTON
Yesterday Made Coosa Valley Resound
 With True Democracy


 With True Democracy.
 Pell City, Oct. 31.-(Special Correspond ence)-We have had a great day in St. Clair county. The Hon. Joseph F. John ston has been putting in some good work in Coosa valley. He delivered a speech at Cropwell today that did honor to our community He began at II a. m. and preached the true gospel for two hours. He showed up the Palmer and Buckner crowd in their true light. He showed where the people of Alabama were losing their votes in giving them to Watson.
 He stuck 1t" to the republicans hot and heavy He gave the colored people to understand that what was to the interest of the white people of the south was to their interest. He proved his argument as he went along, and quoted scripture to show that silver was an "old adage." He was given much applause
 He gave the people to understand that he would be governor of Ala abama in a few days, and that class legislation would be thing of the past.
 He spoke in favor of Bryan, Sewall and Mir. Bullock. What he did for Howard was "a plenty" He showed where How ard had not answered to the roll call in congress but twenty-nine times. After old war comrades and was introduced to many democrats and populists by the Hon, T. M. Jones.
 There is no doubt in the mind of your correspondent but that Captain Johnston made many votes for Bryan and Sewall.
 Captain Johnston spoke again at Eden .k.s evening. His speech was about the same as at cropwsfl. He was applauded every few minutes. It has been great day for democracy in this county.
 Captain Johnston will deliver an ad- dress at Riverside tonight.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
CAMPAIGN IN ALABAMA.
IN PIKE.
MT. Stal,ings Makes Mineemeat of Her
 bert's Recent Speech.

Mir. Stal,ings Makes Mineemeat of Her
 bert's Recent Speech.
 Troy, Oct. S1.-(special)-Ho J. F. Stallings spoke at the court house here today to an audience estimated at 800 to 1000 voters. He held his audience spell bound for nearly three hours. Often did the prolonged applause and spontaneous cheering interrupt the speaker so that ne had to stop and wait till he could be heard.
 He took up the four cardinal points in the Chicago platform and discussed them to the satisfaction of the people. Plainly did he show that the platform was demo- cratic to the core.
 It was amusing to the democrats and very uncomfortable to the bolters-the way he handled Secretary Herbert and his changing record in congress.
 Colonel Herbert spoke here two days ago. but refused to divide time with Mr StallingS and discuss the issues Of the campaign. His appointment was well ad- vertised throughout the county, and they stirred up not over 160 hearers, including at least thirty silver men and a dozen populites.
 Mir. Stallings said Herbert was absent from his seat at the most critical time when the silver bill was on its passage in March, 1892. Mr.. Herbert was not in his seat, and his vote would have made tie, which Crisp would have united Tor silver, and yet he says ne mas been ior your interest. Mr. Herbert has under gone a great change of mind."
 MT. Stallings proved beyond peradven- ture that the United States could sustain her own system of money, for she sells more than she buys. He poured hot shot into all bolters who said they could not support the Chicago platform because or it's populistic tendencies. Bryan IS the nominee of the free Americans, and Of no one faction. These boilers, on sacred pledge of honor went into the primaries and sent delegates to Chicago, but when the convention had acted they discarded their sacred word of honor and quit us.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
IN KENTUCKY
Bryan Will Come to Louisville With
 2900O Plurality.

Bryan VIII Come 10 IOulSV1lle Wltn
 290OO Plurality.
 Louisville, Ky, Oct. 31.-The bitterest political campaign ever waged in Ken lucky closed tonight with excitement at wholesale. More speeches have been made in Kntuck this fall than in any two previous campaigns. Violence has been a frequent occurrence at political meet ings, and several killings have resulted from quarrels which arose at these gath eringS.
 The principal free silver democratic orators were Senator Blackburn Ex-GoY. John Young Brown, Governor Stone of Missouri, Gen. P. w. Hardin and MT. Bryan, who made about fifteen speeches in the state. The republicans had the field-Governor Bradley, United States Senator Frye, John w. Yerkes, Algers, union generals and Ex-Chief Justice 10. w. H. Holt. The national democrats were represented by Secretary Carlisle, Bourke Cochran, J. R. Fellows, United States Senators Lindsay and Caffery, Palmer and Buckner and Ex-Congress- man w. D. Bynum.
 Chairman Roberts of the republican campaign committee claims the state for Mckinley by from 1000 to 25,000. He also claims nine congressman, including Col onel Breckinridge and fighting chance for two more
 Chairman Sommers of the free silver democratic campaign committee ayers that Bryan will come to Louisville with 29,000 majority. He comedies Louisville to Mckinley by 5000. MT. Sommers claims eleven congressman. The free silver dem- ocrats and populists have fused on the electoral ticket and on congressional can didates in all but two districts. The pop ulists have two representatives on the electoral ticket, and these will bring 10,- 900 populist votes to Bryan.
 Chairman George M. Davis of the ma tional" democratic state central commit tee estimates that there are 50,000 demo- crats who will not vote for Bryan. He does not state how many of these will vote for Palmer and Buckner. but the in- dications are that Mckinley will get the biggest part of this vote, especially in Louisville.
 Theresis no general state election, but two judges of the court of appeals are to be chosen. In the Fifth judicial district Chief Justice w. S. Pryor, democrat, is opposed by MT. A. R. Burnam, republi- can, and In the First judicial district As- sociate Justice J. I. Landes.. republican, Is opposed by J. B. White, democrat.
 There are eight vacancies in the legis- lature to be filled, and upon these depends the control of that body. If the republi- cans secure seven which is not unlikely, they will elect Governor Bradley to suc- ceed Senator Blackburn at the coming extra session. If the democrats secure a majority Secretary Carlisle will be elect ed senator by combination of the repub- lican and gold democratic members.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
Mayberry & Watson Tor pure paints.
THOSE "TRAITOROUS REVELA-
 TIONS"

Berlin, Oct. 31.-The Hamburger Nach- richten, Prince Birmark's personal or gan publishes an article replying to the attacks made upon 1t by the official press which have accused the Nachrichten of making traitorous revelations in it's dis closures of the experience of the Russo German and Austro-German neutrality treaty from 1884 to 1890, in the course of which it says: "The negotiations between Germany and Russia, and Germany and Austria were not state secrets. They be- long to history and thena tional archives. Their publicity has been in the interest of Germany and the Dreibund, and implied no disloyalty on the part of Germany to the Dreibund. The alliance allowed Aus tria to remain neutral In the event of France attacking Germany. The whole Dreibund could do the same today if Russia were willing to conclude similar treaty without abandoning the main pur- pose of the triple alliance"
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
PIG SKIN POINTS.

The Birmingham Athletic club Is pre- pairing to meet the southern champions, A game has been arranged with the Nashville Athletic club football team for next Saturday, at West End park, for which the Birmingham eleven is getting in good shape. The Nashville team claim the championship of the south among athletic club, having won more games. and in fact were never beaten during the last football season.
 Nightly practice Is being indulged in with all the old men in their places, and a number of new ones showing up nicely. Among the new men Jim Smiley has shown himself quite a power in the cen- ter and with Reig and Burke as guards 1t would seem that this part of the line was invulnerable to all attacks.
 Cahalan, Sid Jones' Going and Kimball coming back to regular practice for the home game has strengthened the team wonderfully, and the prospects are that the devotees of the game will witness one of the best matches ever played in Bir- mingham
 Frank Cahalan the captain of the team, Is one of the oldest players on the club. He and Norman Jones were half backs on the first team organized, and since then have made names for them selves on other elevens in the south Cahalan held down the position of tackle on the University of Alabama team of 1894, the most successful team Tuska-
 
 played full back for the Louisville Ath- letic club for two seasons
 Hans Reig is an old timer, having play ed guard for Chattanooga for two years, besides playing on his college team.
 At tackle Everard Meade has shown himself in good form, being very careful player and with plenty Of experience, having played at Lehigh and also on the club team for number of years.
 The other tackle will be held down by either Sid Jones or Charles Comstock, both strong and experienced players.
 For ends there are five or six appli- cants, among whom are Dick Going, Lucien Brown. John kimball, Marion Howze and Kelley Parsons all of whom are either college players or have played on the club team several years.
 Some of these men are also prepared to play in other positions.
 Jim Hughes can be depended on to play star half back, and where there is any tackling to be done he Is sure to be there,
 During the coming week every player is requested to come to regular nightly practice. There must be no hitch in the signals, and the team work can be i'm. proved on
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
GENERAL HARRIsoNs LAST DAY.

I .
 Kendallville, Ind, Oct 31-GeneraI Harrison began his last day of talking to the people of Indiana at Auburn at 9:S0 o'clock this morning. He and his party were driven to the public square, where a stand had been placed in such a fashion as to protect him from the sharp wind from the east.
 About 5000 people had gathered and half of them carried trasparencies. He was heartily cheered upon his appear ance, and began his speech with beau tiful tribute to the American flag, after announcing that this was flag day.
 He was introduced by Representative Leighton, and spoke about twenty min utes, addressing himself almost entirely to the present questions.
 A run of five miles brought the train to Waterloo, where an enthusiastic crowd of 2500 was waiting, composed largely of farmers. General Harrison was taken to a stand and talked for about twenty minutes, enlargng upon the effects free silver would have in ruining the farmers market and the industries of the country.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
TUSCUMBIA.
To Wind Up With Torchllghts and Red
 Fire-Hen Story.

To Wind Up With IOrcnllSntS anu iteu
 Fire-Hen Story
 Tuscumbia, Oct. S1.--(Special Corre- spondence )--At a meeting of the Tus- cumbia Democratic club, held at the court house on Wednesday night 1t was decided that the club give grand demo- cratic rally on next Monday night The following committee were apponted:
 Music-F. T. Gilmore, chairman; Elm melt Brown, Ed B. Almon, b. l.. Bickley, F. A. Devere, R. l.. Ross, Fox Delony. Parade-Jesse H. Davis, chairman; Ed- mupd c. Winston, c. A. Simpson, J. H. Donley, M. H. Elledge, M A. Payne, J. F. Green.
 speaking-J. N. Thompson. chairman; John E. Delony, w. L. Fike, F. N.juilan' w. D. Allen, R. J. Belser.
 There will be torchlight procession, music by the Tuscumbia cornet band and speaking by distinguished gentlemen who have been invited to be present on the occasion. Everybody Is invited to be present, especially the ladies.
 The behavior at the Methodist church at the night service has been so bad and of such a disrespectful character for the past several weeks that the presence of the mayor and the city marshal was re- Quested last Sunday night, the former being stationed in the rear of the audi torium and the latter keeping watch on the outside. The disturbers got informa- tion. somehow, that the twain would be on hand. and hence they were conSpicu- ously absent.
 The North Alabamian is responsible for this: sx
 We have heard of chicken hens sitting on door knobs and cannon balls and such like, but Miss Julia Long, of thisscity, is the owner of the out-sittin'est hen we have heard of. The hen in question be- gan sitting on nest of eggs recently, and when the eggs were taken from her she purloined an apple, which she sat on until the apple routed. Failing to hatch little young apples, she discovered about the premises a cat with family of five kittens. which she deliberately appro- priated. and has since continued to hover and brood three of them with jealous care, and having died and the mother cat having regained possession of another.
 This is no fish" or ''snake" yarn, but is an actual occurrence, which can be substanriated by Miss Julia Long. Mex, year. when we have our county fair, we would like to place on exhibition this re- markable hen. if she is alive and Miss Julia win give her consent. We don't believe there is another like her in the state. or If there is, we have yet to hear of her.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
IN GREENE.
The Campaign Closes With Democrats in
 High Spirits.


 Eutaw, Oct 31.-(SpeciaD-The cam paign closed here today with speech by Charles J. Geary, goldbug. -. Judge Shields and B. M. Long, repupll- cans, spoke yesterday, and were answered by Hon. John A. Rogers, democrat. The crowd was large and good-humored. All the speakers were Justify cheered. Mr. Rogers speech was one of the best vote getting efforts ever made here. He de- molshed the republican orators on their own chosen field. He completely cap tured our colored friends by his Wit hu- nor and eloquent presentation of the democratic position. The democrats are happy today. Victory for Bryan, Sewail and Bankhead in Greene county IS as- sured.
 The speech of MT. Geary was a very fine one. He made the best showing Tor the gold side that has been made here. While he is plain working man, 1t IS evident that he is one of the best posted men in this section. His points were. well made, and brought out the ideas Of the men who toll. This was his maiden CT fort. Our people are generally for the free coinage of silver.
Birmingham state herald., 1896-11-01
"M. A. HANNA
SECRETARY HERBERT
Made Ills Familiar Speech at Montgom- ery-His Advice.

Montgomery, Oct. 91.-(Special)-S retary Herbert spoke here tonight to mixed audience of about $50. The secre- tary is nothing of an orator, but he has a business-like style about him that creates a good impression on an audience, and he was given most respectful hearing. lie developed nothing new whatever, but threshed over the old campaign straw, speaking about two hours and confining his remarks almost entirely to the money question.
 He acknowledged that when he went to congress he was free silver man, but that he had learned something in his twenty years of service, and had changed his mind. He suggested that when man is in doubt about his health he should consult a doctor; when he was Tn legal trouble he should consult lawyer, and when he was in doubt about ques- ton of finance he should consult banker or financier, all of which caused the work ing men in the audience to smile.
 Secretary Herbert will remain here un- til Tuesday and vote for Palmer and Buckner. He advised his audience to- night to vote for bolter Tom Clarke Tor congress.