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Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
IRON AND STEEL TRADE.
East Has More Favorable Outlook--The
 West Is Just the Opposite.

East Has a More Favorable Outlook-The
 West Is Just the Opposite. f Pittsburg, Jan. 7.-The American Man ufaeturer in its edition tomorrow will say concerning the outlook in the iron and steel trade: fti si si-.-i
 The eastern iron and steel market ap- pears to present more favorable indica- tions than the trade in the west. Phila- delphia reports twenty-seven thousand tons sold during the past week. This is considered the beginning of better things in the eastern market. The reduction in the price of steel rails has been followed by some large sales. P s.ag-f.55.s.
 In the New York market fair orders for foundry iron have been placed. At Chi cago the iron and steel market feels the effect of local bank failures and the trou- bles in the steel pool. Prices however are being well sustained and customers who endeavor to secure a years supply of pig iron cannot get anything near pres ent rates. Cincinnati reports a better week, and increasing faith in a. coming improvement. At Wheeling the trade shows little that is encouraging. Locally the trade shows nothing new. Eevery- thing is diarranged by the trouble in the billet pool. Some remarkably low prices have been made in the Bessemer. billet market There are no new developments in regard to the pool. The committee on reorganization Is still at work. Pig. iron shows nothing new this week. Ir0
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
LOOKS LIKE FAIRBANKS.

Indianapolis, Ind, Jan. 7.-The sixtieth general assembly of Indiana was called to order shortly before noon today. In the senate Lieutenant Governor Nye pre- sided, and in the house Representative Petit was seated by vote of 52 to AT. Petit is a Fairbanks man, and the vote which he received indicates that Fair banks will easily be elected senator on joint ballot unless there is great change in the political wind between now and Jan. 12, the date on which the vote for senator is to be taken. Through some misunderstanding the senate was called to order an hour earlier than was intend- ed, and when the lieutenant governor rap ped for order few republicans were pres ent The democrats threa tened to or the speaker declared motion to adjourn carried and the scheme was headed off. The Governors message will be read at tomorroW'S session.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08

Double Dummy, 91; Rolandis, 92; Sena- tor Penrose, 9S; Gomez, 100; Necedah, 100; James V. Carter 102; Walter, 105; Alma, 107; Denver, 107 Fonshway, 110.
 Fourth Race-Seven-eight of a mile, Jackson handicap. Our Bishop, 101; Bish- op, 92; Rossmar, 10S; Meddler, 10S; Donna Rita, 92; David, 119; Laureate, 125; Damo- cles, IA
 Fifth Race-Mile, selling. Flora Ball. lard, 102; Laura Davis, 1O2; Partisan, 1O4; Soundmore, 107; Ixion, lO7; Miss Clark. 109; Davezac, 109 Stark, 109; Fusileer. 112; Paros, 113.
 Sixth Race-Three-quarters mile, sell ing. Annie Sweet, 91; Fisher, 93; Loyal Prince, 93; Samson, 96; Whiff, 99; Tommy Rutter 99; Dorothy H., 99; May Ashley. 99; Ava, 104 Tricky Jim, 105.
 STATE HERALD'S TIPS.
 Local sports who played yesterdays State Herald tips came out ahead of the books Of the six selections as winners four were correct, while two second choice horses came under the wire ac- cording to same.
 Today's tips are as follows:
 First Race-GLENN ALBYN, R. o. BANN
 Second Race-GRAYLING MINNIE MURPHY.
 Third Race-NECADAH, DOUBLE DUMMY.
 Fourth Race-BENNETT ENTRY, DAVID.
 Fifth Race-MISS CLARK, PAROS.
 Sixth Race--DOROTHY H., TOMMY BUTTER.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
THE SAME OLD STORY.
Engineer Sage Olmstead Killed Yester- day by the 1uskaloosa Dum-
 my-Funeral Today.

Mr. A. Olmstead, engineer on the Ems ley dummy, received telegram from Tuskaloosa stating that his brother Sage was killed on the Tuscaloosa dummy line yesterday evening. Engineer Olm- stead left at 10:30 last night to attend the funeral, which takes place today.
 No particulars of the tragedy was given, but MT. Olmstead stated to a State Herald reporter last night that his brother recently visited him and said he intended to take the run on the dummy, and he supposed he was killed while act ing as engineer
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
FRISCO RESULTS.

San Francisco Cal, Jan. 7.-Weather fine; track fast. Three favorites won.
 First Race-Seven furlongs, selling. Ar rezzo, 10912 (W. Martin), to B. won; George Palmer, second; Phillip H. third. Time, 1:30.
 Second Race-Seven furlongs, purse. Joan, 104 GA. Thompson), to 1, won; Jack Richelieu, second; Boreas, third. Time, 1:31A.
 Third Race-Six furlongs, purse. Yam kee Doodle, 102 (Sloan), to 1, won; Za- mar H., second; Howard s., third. Time, 1141s.
 Fourth Race-Seven furlongs. purse. 'Flashlight, 102 (Slaughter), II to 5, won; Lady Diamond, second; Loydal, third. Time, 80.
 Fifth Race-Mile, selling. Salvable, 105 (Sloan), won; Kamsin, second; Judge Denny, third. Time, 1:42%.
 Sixth Race-Mile and a quarter purse. Adolph Speckels, Ill (W. Martini. to l, won Peter the Second, second; Earl Cochran, third. Time, 2:0915.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
EUGENE BLAIR.

The play of East Lynne" is in every respect worthy of a hearing. The story has been read in every household. Fast Lynne" or the Earl's daughter is at present on the shelves of every book store in Birmingham.
 Surely the play which has charmed the mothers of the present generation cannot in any way fail to attract the sons and daughters Tuesday evening O'Briens opera house will be given over to the productions of this play. Miss Eugenie Blair will be the star to DOT. tray the emotions and sweet womanli- ness of Lady Isabel" and Madam Vine" and Birmingham should be there to welcome her. -34st=
 i East Lynne" is heart story, and Eugenie Blair is the one woman to in- terpret 1t. She is beautiful woman in every sense. She is accomplished and talented. The combination of all these womanly attributes will render her in every way worthy of the play she has chosen to present. see re
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
REFUSED A FOLIO.

Congressman Dingley Declines the Sec-
 retaryship of the Treasury
 Kalamazoo, Mich., Jan. 7.-The Daily Telegraph which is published by N. Dingley, son of Congressman Dingley, of Maine, publishes the following authorita- tive dispatch from Washington today:
 It can be stated definitely that Con- gressman Dingley, chairman of the ways fered the place of secretary of the treas ury by President-elect Mckinley and given time to consider it. Great pressure has been brought to have him accept it, but he has definitely decided not to take the place. His present duties are much more congenial to him; furthermore he fears the arduous duties of the treasury portfolio would seriously impair his health.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
TERSELY TOLD.

There will be professors recital at the Conservatory of Music on Saturday, Jan. g, at p. m.
 Columbian Cyclopedia Headquarters Smith & Montgomery Book and Station cry Company. If.
 The illustrated lecture on astronomy at the Y. M. c. A. last night was well at- tended. Prof. Moore and MT. James Bai- ley entertained the audience.
 President Van Hoose, of the auditorium committee, hopes to get the cover on the auditorium in time for the Rex ball. Elec- tric lights will be swung around the aud itorium, and work will be pushed with vigor.
 There will be meeting of the Criche at the Commercial club rooms, Saturday morning at Il o'clock. New officers will be elected and other business of import ance transacted, and 1t is urged that all the members will attend.
 I have just received all the newest styles in patent feathers, enamel calf, calf skin and Cordovans, made by Ban ister. The prices are $4.5O and $500. Same goods elsewhere are $500 and $7.OO Free shine daily to those who wear our shoes. T. c. KING.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08

sent, did not especially please MT. Pal mer, and when he finally determined to accede to the requests for another com- pany he thought 1t a good opportunity to demonstrate that he could replace MT. Lackaye to the satisfaction of the pub- lie. He did not neglect, however, to se- lect as MT. Lackaye's successor in the New York cast an actor celebrated for great work for fifteen years. According 1y MT. Lackaye went to Chicago with the road company and his successors first night as Svengali arrived.
 MT. Lackaye and company will appear at O'Brien's Monday night.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
Lump Coal $2 ton; also Car bon Hill, Nut and Lump.
 Alabama Coal Co.,, Ave. E. and 23d St. Phone lO3l. efeza-
Ave. E lO3l.
REGENTS OF THE WHITE SHIELD

REGENTS OF THE WHITE SHIELD
 Washington conclave, Regents of the White Shield, will have public installa- tion and entertainment tonight in their rendezvous, Magnolia hail.
 The gifted and talented Misses Berta E. Hayes, Nettie and Zola Smith, and Eva Daly are among those expected to assist in the entertaining programme ar ranged for the evening.
 Messrs. Howell, Graham, J. H. Thomas and A. c. Lowry will also be among the number who will assist in the evenings entertainment.
 The public is invited and good time promised to all who attend.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
QUICK WORK.

When it comes to a test on downright enterprise Birmingham never gets left, and seldem fails to break the record.
 Wednesday evening at o'clock an or der was placed with Veil Bros, the First avenue clothiers, for a gentleman's full suit of their best make, and he wanted it within twenty-four hours. The cloth having been selected the cutter, MT. w. B. Smith, cut the suit and lining in one hour and quarter, delivered it to the tailors and yesterday afternoon the suit was completed and delivered, and fit like a "bug-shirt," just twenty-four hours af- ter the order was placed
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
ToDAY,s ENTRIES.

New Orleans, Jan. 7.-Ertries for to- morrow:
 First Race-Seven- of a mile. selling. Candy, ST; Glen Albyn, 91; Inn age, 97; Oracle C.. 100; Master Fred, 102; R. @. Ban, 103; Trixie, 105; Partner, 107: Winslow, 107; Sir John, 107.
 Second Race-Three-quarters of mile. Crawling, 100; Miss Verne, 100s Minnie Murphy, 105; Hill Billy, 107: Stockholm. .07; Cannonade, 107; Alvin w.. 107.
 Third Race--Seven-eighths of a mile.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
300 people on the stage, will be baptized in a flood of melody.


 Now that the federation of the ladies' clubs of Birmingham has been perfected, we may confidently expect good work to be done. With united effort nothing is impossible The ladies of Mobile have called on their sisters throughout the state for assistance in getting a. reforma- tory for youthful criminals eStab blished at Mount Vernon. This is a noble work. The property at Mount Vernon is owned by the government which formerly had federal troops quartered there, Perhap ps the government would deed 1t to the state for use as reformatory, and reserve for itself the right to send youthful criminals there that have been convicted in the federal courts of the state. This might be done in lieu of the southern penitenti- ary that the government thought of es- tablshing some three years ago. The legislature should take action at once on the matter of the reformatory.
 Mrs. L. M. Lake is the guest of Mrs. Clifford, at the Eagle hotel.
 The Ladies of Charity intend to give a reception In the parlors of the Eagle this afternoon in honor of the diStin- guished visitor. The reception committee is composed of Mesdames J. Ross, G. Cruikshank, V. Glib, Jr., M. Clifford, c. B. Spencer, R. D. Johnston w. H. Jeff ries, w. Ballard, w. Hardie, T. H. Mol ton. c. Wilson, P. G. Bowman, A. J. Reilly, H. c. Gibbons, J. H. Coughlan, J. Bowling, J. Meighan and the Misses O'Brien, Dangaix, Cahalan and Mc- Crossin.:
 The ladies in charge of the reception extend a cordial invitation to all the ladies of the city to attend the reception, which will be from 3 to D. m. Refresh ments will be served.
 There will be an informal german at the Cot,fh o1 begins at S:3O. and the ball will close at F o'clock in time to catch the last car.
 
 Miss Estelle O'Byrne, after a pleasant visit to her mother, has returned to her studies at St. Cecilia college, Nashville.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
CAPT. MERRILL MILLER,

Of the United States Cruiser, Raleigh,
 Relieved-A Mark of Respect
 Key West, Fla, Jan. 7.-Capt Merrill Miller, commanding the United States cruiser Raleigh was relieved from com- mand yesterday by Captain Barclay and left on the Olivette last night for his home. Captain Miller has been in com mand of the Raleigh since she went in the ship showed the high esteem in which Captain Miller is held by mannig the gigi and pulling the captain ashore them- selves.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
A SUCCESS OF THE FIRST MAGNET.

Maggie Cline has made a great success in her new play, "On Broad way" The following is the manner in which the critics are describing it: One of them says: Tt is pretty story full of human interest, a series of events and constantly delights the unexpected. So entirely different from any other play that it is a refreshing and delightful nov city" This admirable attraction will be the offering at the opera house on the 14th
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
Undelivered Telegrams.

Undelivered messages at Western Union Telegraph company:
 Samuel Newell, R. H. Cobb.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08
LADY ORCHESTRA TONIGHT.

Thousands of St. Paul people escaped from the sweltering downtown districts yesterday and found rest and recreation at Como, where the breezes from the lake tempered the heat, and the foliage and flowers made life seem more worth liv- ing. The Clara Schuman ladies orchestra made its initial appearance at the park in two performances, afternoon and eve ninig, and was given an ovation by the crowd on both occasions. The organiza- ton made distinct hit, both in solo and concert numbers. Almost every number was encoured.
 The engagement of the orchestra will continue through the week, with con- certs at 8 o'clock in the afternoon and 8 o'clock in the evening.-St. Paul Dis patch, June 18th, 1896.
 The Schuman orchestra will appear at O'Brien's tonight and tomorrow at mati- nee and evening.
 WILTON LACKAYE IN A NEW PLAY.
 There are great many we'll informed people in New York, Boston and the other large cities of the country who do not hesitate to say that they regard Will ton Lackaye as the best of the younger generation of American actors. And, to what extent a discussion of a matter of this kind can go, a case in point will illus trate. When A. M. Palmer produced '"Trilby'' Mr. Lackaye played Svengali The critics and the public. without a dis senting voice, declared the work of the young actor equal to the best efforts of even such notables as Irving and Coquel- in. But some of MT. Lackaye's ~contem- poraries upon the stage regarded the ac- tor as peculiarly fortunateain having an opportunitysto play so fiat" part.
 As the engagement progressed the talk about town was more about Lack ayes Svengali than about "Trilby," and the actor was the man of the hour. Soon managers of theaters throughout the country began plying MT. Palmer with suggestions to organize another com pany; but almost to man. the out-of- town managers requested that Lackaye be included in the road company. It must here be said in all truth, that Lack ayes overshadowing prominence in the company, and the subofdination of the play to the actor by almost common con-
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08

Rheumatism attacks the back and shoulders, and the joints. It is cured by Hoods SarSaDarilla.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08

Don't miss reading Sundays State Herald. i'd s
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08

Grand Masquerade Ball of Teutonia at Turner Hall, Jan uary 12. as1.4 - I-8-st
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08

Walker-Newman Coal Go. Splint Coal. Phone 317. l2-18-ved-fri-spn
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08

23 pounds Granulated Su. gar $1.OO.
 o. D. KENNY.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08

The advancement of psychology has proven that man is of dual nature-his self and his second self. Good society recognizes this dictum, and it is now considered good form to offer the guest two glasses of punch-one for his self and the other for his second self.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08

Miss Estelle O'Byrne, after a pleasant visit to her mother, has returned to her studies at St. Cecilia college, Nashville.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08

A platonic friendship between man and woman is like all other tonics-exciting.
Birmingham state herald., 1897-01-08

The Chicago city council has passed an ordinance putting penalty on the man. ager of a theater who fails to require both men and women to remove their hats. It seems to require the aid of the law to work reform in the wild west which the law of good taste enforces in more polite communities.
The San Francisco call., 1897-12-22
HUNTED A FOX
ON THE ROOF
Queer Experience OF Copyists
in the Recorders
Office.
A Wild Animal Is Pursued to
Its Death on the
Dome.

The strangest fox hunt ever known
took place in the east wing Of the City
Hall yesterday.
BY some unknown means a silver
gray fox found it's way to the roof of
the City Hall and was discovered by
the copyists in the Recorders office on
balcony about half way up the dome,
trotting around and looking for a
means of escape
Copyist Charles O'Byrne first OBJ
served the animal walking along the
stone coping and called his fellow en-
pIoyes to assist him in capturing it,
An exciting chase resulted, the fox
having somewhat the best of the race.
He was finally cornered, however. and
TO escape the custody OF his would-be
captors, leaped from the dome to the
stone pavement below, a distance of
nearly fifty feet
When picked up by the copyists the
tox was in its last gasps and expired
WITHIN a few moments. The body has
peen placed in the hands of a taxi
oermlst, and when mounted will be
placed in the Recorders office as a SOU
Venlr OF the queer experience of the
copyists.
Whom the fox belonged to or how II
reached the Hall roof is still an nm
solved mystery
The San Francisco call., 1897-12-22
NEW TO-DAY.
Is 1T A TRIFLE?
THAT COMMON TROUBLE ACID
DYSPEPSIA OR SOUR STOMACH.
Now Recognized AS a Cause of Serious
Disease.

Acid dyspepsia, commonly called
heartburn or sour stomach. is a form
of indigestion resulting from fermen-
tation of the food. The stomach being
TOO weak to promptly digest it, the
food remains until fermentation be-
gins, filling the stomach with gas. and
bitter, sour. burning taste in the
mouth is often present. This condition
soon becomes chronic and being an
every day occurrence is given but lit
tie attention. Because dyspepsia is not
Immediately fatal, many people do
nothing for the trouble.
Within a recent period a remedy has
been discovered prepared solely to cure
dyspepsia and stomach troubles. 1t is
known as Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets
and is now becoming rapidly used and
prescribed as radical cure for eyery
form Of dyspepsia.
Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets have
been placed before the public and are
sold by druggists everywhere at 10
cents per package. It is prepared by
the Stuart Co., Marshall, Mich. and
while 1t promptly and effectualIy re-
stores a vigorous digestion. at the
same time is perfectly harmless and
will not injure the most delicate stom-
ach. but on the contrary by giving
perfect digestion STRENGTHENS the
stomach, improves the appetite and
makes life worth living.
Send for free book on Stomach Dis
eases by addressing Stuart Co. Mar
shall, Mich.
The San Francisco call., 1897-12-22

face was smeared with blood; it's body
was emaciated; its clothing scanty.
and it was covered with vermin.
officers H. McMurray Of the Society
for the Prevention of Cruelty to Chill
dren and T. J. Coleman of the Society
for the Suppression of Vice had ad-
vised McHugh to take the little girl
and her sister, aged g. to the Youths
Directory, 2030 Howard street. 1t was
then that McHugh's son made the
brutal remark which is worthy of his
sire.
The story Of McEugh's neglect of
his children was only partially told in
yesterdays Call. The officers visited
the cottage, fully determined to re-
move the two youngest children. No
one was at home but McHugh's oldest
boy an impudent and precocious
youngster. He said that his father,
with the three other children. had gone
to the doctors to have Mary's face
treated. An inspection of the squalid
quarters where the father and four
children have camped was made.
The small bedroom in the rear, which
is entered through a window, present
ed a much cleaner appearance than on
Monday evening when visited by the
officers. It had been ventilated, and
much of the dirt and rubbish which
Uttered the floor removed. The filthy
bedclothes were arranged with some
pretense Of order.
No effort, however, had been made
to clean up the cellar, a dark, noisome
hole, fertile in filth and pregnant with
disease. Probably there is not more
nauseating spot in San Francisco than
this cellar. In this vile hole Nc
Hugh cooked his meals at irregular
intervals, leaving his children to take
care Of themselves. Yesterday the off,
GERS found nothing in the food line in
this den but stale bread and a piece of
rank-smelling corned beef, uncooked,
which was tucked away on a beam.
The place was so foul that the Off
GERS were driven away before com
pleting their search. On reaching the
front of the cottage they were con-
fronted by McHugh and three Of his
children, returning from the doctors,
as he stoutly affirmed.
The children were about to be taken
from this unnatural parent when Mrs.
Hunter, quite prepossessing woman,
who resides at 3773 Seventeenth street,
said that she would take charge Of
them temporarily. She assured the
officers that they would be washed
and given nourishing food.
1t was a pitiful sight to see how the
emaciated and starved little thing
with bleeding face clung to Mrs. Hun
ter as she took it into her arms.
McHugh owns the cottage. He rents
all the rooms except the small one in
the rear. He receives SO a month from
the tenant. With many attestationS
of a fathers love McHugh assured the
officers that he would build another
room in the cellar for the children.
They emphatically told him that such
an apartment wouldn't do: he must
provide another room upstairs for
them.
This McHugh promised to do.
It is possible that the Society for the
Prevention of Cruelty TO Children will
ask the courts to appoint it guardian
fnr. the children.