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The age-herald., 1898-01-27
BIRMINGHAM TRACTION CO Files Answer to the Petition For
 Injunction. THE BONE OF CONTENTION Is Proposed Change in Crossing the Tracks of the Birmingham Rawa, and Electric
 Company at Woodlawn.

Yesterday morning the Birmingham Traction company through its attorneys flied an answer to the injunction proceed ngs recently instituted by the Birmfng- ham Railway and Electric company in the chancery court seeking to reStrain it from crossing the tracks of the latter company in the city of Woodlawn
 The hearing has been set for today and it is more than probable that decision will be rendered at once.
 The Birmingham Traction company has recently acquired control -of the East Blr- mngham Railroad company which con- meets Gate City, with Birmingham. Tho new company is making many improved ments preparatory to converting the road into an electric line.
 At present the line crosses the East Lake line of the Birmingham Railway and Elec- tric company at the East Birmingham crossing in the extreme eastern portion of changes 1t was decided to change the road to run through the center of the city.
 "A petition was filed by the Birmingham Electric and Railway company praying that writ of injunction be issued restraining
 
 line at the designated point, alleging that it would be dangerous on account of the narrowness of the street and of a sharp curve in the track at that point.
 It is also alleged that the Traction corn- pany will use 60-pound rails and that the crossing of the trolley wires wiM interfere with the current of the East Lake line.
 The answer Is a lengthy document, con- taining maps, correspondence, etc. It ad- mits that the road will be equipped with 60- pound rails, but denies that the road will electric car line. It denies that the track crosses the line of the Birmingham Railway and Electric company street 25 feet wide, and that the view of it's approach is obstructed more than at any other cross- ing It ayers that the two tracks will cross at an angle of about 45 degrees and not curve The answer further states that one of the officers of the Birmingham Railway and Electric company said in conver- sation with one of the officers of the trac- tion company that if the latter company would permit the former to cross it's tracks on the South Highlands which at the pres- ent time they are enjoined from doing. he thought the crossing at Woodlawn could be arranged satisfactorily.
 The answer denies that the crossing of the trolley wires will interfere with the current of the East Lake line, and 1t also ayers that the people of Woodlawn de- mand increased and better facilities In their car service to Birmingham.
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
FIRE LIMITS.
They Will Probably Be Changed Sparks from
 Headquarters.

Chief of the Fire Department J. T. Null len. in his annual report, made very im- portant suggestion to the board of alder men as to change in the fire limits.
 This change will in all probability be adopted by an ordinance. The new linsits will remain the same as at present, with the exception of that portion of the South Side known as Pigeon Roost. There are no buildings of importance in this section of the city.
 Chief Mullen also recommended that all the overhead wires except the trolley wires be placed under ground. He urges that number of cities are doing this, and that it is a great improvement in the looks of a city as well as the removal of a great hindrance when the department is fighting fire.
 The following letter has been received by Chief Mullen, and he expressed deep re- grets that the smallness of the Birming- ham department would prohibit the ac- ceptance of the invitations:
 Chattanooga, Tenn, Jan. 23, 1898. Chief Fire Department Birmingham, Ala:
 Dear Sir: Our citizens are making prep arations to have spring carnival, and will have as one of the attractions a fire- mems parade, and the committee of ar engagements have instructed me to write inviting and asking you to lend your as- sistance to them In making this parade a grand success by sending to our city one engine and reel company or other piece
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
PERSONAL.

The following Alabamlans were regis tered at the hotels yesterday: H. c. Thorn ton, Troy; J. R. Hunter. Maybene; W. H. Cooper, Oxford; J. D. Riggs, Selma; H. T. Pope, Fort Payne; c. Schwabe, Mobile; Mrs. R. c. Jeter, Opelika; F. G. Taylor, Montgomery; Thos. w. Hawkins, Mont gomery; w. H. Welch, Elmore; J. w. Wood Mobile.
 Fred L. Thatcher of the editorial staff of the News of Aurora, Ill.,, is in the city. MT. Thatcher, with two friends, is making a somewhat extended pleasure trip through the south, visiting all the principal cities.
 D. A. Smith, state geoogst and profess sor of geology in the University of Ala bama, was in the city yesterday.
 w. B. Townsend of Memphis, Tenn. trav- cling passenger agent of the Missouri Pa cific, is at the Florence
 J. H. Word of Atlanta, traveling pas senger agent of the Texas Pacific railway, is in the city.
 P. F. Button of Louisville, one of the auditors of the Louisville and Nashville, is In the city,
 City Attorney Robert J. Lowe has re- turned from a trip to Washington.
 MT. and Mrs A. D. Money, Jr.. of Car rollton, Miss, are at the Morris.
 D. Alsey Clements, of Tuscaloosa, was in Birmingham yesterday.
 Dr. R. s. Woodson of the United States army is in the city. ~ea.
 August Hirsch left yesterday for New York
 W. w. Haralson of Fort Payne is in the city,
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
JUST SUPPOSE.

Suppose you had on tapis business ven- ture envolving a round sum in profits which depended upon its being kept from the public until the deal was closed, and an enemy, knowing the particulars had inserted in this mornings Age-Herad two-inch, a four-inch or a half column ad. setting forth the particulars of the transaction, do you imagine your scheme would not be known? Before clock this morning it would have been the common property of over 5000 readers of The Age Herald in the Birmingham district alone readers who handle mony and are on the alert for bargains. And yet there are busi- ness men, so-caled, who do not advertise.
 The best class of customers read and only the most interprising, progressive and up-to-date> merchants advertise in The Age-Herald. sts
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
Resolutions of Thanks.

At a regular meeting of Pratt Mines lodge No. 274S, Knights of Honor, held Jan. IS, 1898, the following resolutions were adopted:
 Whereas, at the public installation of the officers of Pratt Mines lodge No. 27iS, Knights of Honor, on Jan. Il, our friends kindly gave their services to render the occasion pleasant, therefore be it Resolved, That our sincere thanks are hereby extended to Misses, Katie Kelum. Willie Wakefield, Susie Hoffman and Magratha Kale, for their delightful vocal music; to Prof. McNeil and choir for their sweet renderings; to Miss Fannie Webb and MT. H. B. Jones for their bright reci- tations; to MT. l. Joachim for the inspiring strains from his violin; to Miss Georgia Samples for her grand piano solos; to Messrs. John H. Miller, C. R. Powell and H. Boaz for their remarks on the Good of the Order;" and to the city authorities and J. B. Sparkmen for chairs, and Resolved, That these resolutions be spread upon the minutes of the lodge and copy be furnished the Birmingham pa- pers for publication.
 JOHN ALLEN,
 l.. R. DICKINSON,
 J. B. SPARKMAN,
 Committee. Pratt City. Jan. 26, 1898.
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
With a Monkey Wrench.

Sam Drake and Sam Johnson, two negro laborers, became involved in a quarrel while at work on the Tennessee Coal and Iron railroad trestle, near Ensley. late Tuesday afternoon, and Johnson knocked Drake from the trestle with a monkey wrench.
 Drake has since died of his injuries. Af- ter the affair Johnson made his escape. A deputy sheriff is on his trail, and he will probably be captured.
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
TO COMPLETE
 THE AUDITORIUM Meeting of the Executive Committee of
 the Carnival Society. PLANS WERE DISCUSSED Finally Referred to a Subcommittee, Witch Will Appeal to the Citizens. SIX HUNDRED DOLLARS NEEDED It Can and Must Be Rased-Report of the Sub-Committee on Arrangements For
 the Grand Rex Ball Will Be Published Later.
SIX HUNDRED DOLLARS NEEDED

The executive committee of the Carnival Commercial club yesterday afternoon to hear the report of the subcommittee on arrangements for the Rex ball.
 Rufus N. Rhodes, chairman of the sub committee, presented the report. It was discussed in full and one or two changes made. This report will be published later-
 The question then came up as to how the necessary funds should be raised in order to complete the auditorium in time for the Rex ball. It is utterly out of the question to think of having the ball a.se- where, even if there were another suitable place. Our town pride is at stake" said M. V. Joseph, land this building must be completed"
 Major Whee.ock. the architect of the building was present and made a statement as to the amount required to finish the work. He said that besides the S300 needed to finish the interior, it would require $500 more to put the steps in a condition to support the heavy crowds that would be in attendance on that night. Major Vince lock said that the visitors here to this Mardi Gras would be critical, and that it would never do to put up any shoddy work. He strongly recommended that the build ing, stairs and all, be completed in first class style, which will cost S6e0.
 Plans Discussed.
 Several plans were discussed by which this amount might be raised but all of them proved objectionable. The most feasible plan was for twelve public-spirited men in Birmingham to each lend $50 with the agreement that they be paid out of the auditorium's receipts from the Rex ball. It was decided, however, to refer this mat ter to a subcommittee composed of J. A. VanHooSe, H. l.. Wheelock and Rufus N. Rhodes.
 These gentlemen will make appeal to the citizens of Birmingham to assist in this worthy enterprise not only on account of the approaching Rex ball of the carnival, but on account of the important gather ings that are to be held in it soon after that event, for instance, the lecture of William Jennings Bryan, which is to occur before the state convention; the state con- vention itself, which Birmingham cannot secure unless this building is completed and several other notable gatherings which this city will have during the spring and summer.
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
HAPPILY MARRIED.
Mir. Gaudlock, of Warrior, and Miss Drake, of
 Elyton.

w. R. Gaudlock of Warrior and Miss Willie Drake of Elyton were married yes- terday at the residence of the brides par ents, at Bird station
 Miss Drake is the daughter of President J. c. Drake of the Jefferson County Dairy mems association, and is a lovable young woman.
 MT Gaudlock is a prominent young bus mess man of Warrior and holds responsi- ble position with the Pearson Coal and Iron company.
 The happy couple left for Warrior on the afternoon train, where they were tendered a reception by their many friends
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
No Definite Time.

Hon. W. J. Bryan of Nebraska, the young leader of democracy, will make sev- eral speeches throughout this state before the meeting of the state democratic ex- ecutive committee. MT. Bryan has prom ised to come, and will receive a royal well come by the citizens of Alabama.
 As yet, he has announced no definite time for his visit
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
GO WEST.
The Lean Cattle to Grow Fat on the Grazing
 Fields.

The removal of the cattle quarantine law by the United States government from Jan 15 to Feb 1 has revived to a large eX- tent the cattle trade from this city.
 Tuesday night the Kansas City, Memphis and Birmingham railroad carried train load to the western grazing fields and four five more train loads will follow before Feb. l. About 700 head of cattle will have been shipped before that date.
 All of these cattle are raised in the Bir- mingham district.
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
Social and Reading Club.

Declarations of incorporation for the Jefferson County Social and Reading club were filed in the probate court yesterday morning. The petition sets forth that the club was organized at Bessemer for the mental, moral and intellectual improve ment of it's members. The following off, ficers are named: Charles Graham, presi- dent, and Robert Dentistry, secretary and treasurer.
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
A Small Fire.

small fire occurred in the residence of James Bowron, on the South Highlands. early yesterday morning. The alarm was turned in by telephone, and the South Side department made the long run to Twenti- eth street and Fifteenth avenue in good time. The fire was extinguished with a fire extinguisher, and very little damage was done.
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
PURITY,
l Age and Strength Guaranteed by the United States Government.

Perhaps in your family you use but lIt- tie whiskey, but you want that little good of the best. The United States govern ment guarantees the age and purity of every bottle of
 Old Buchanan Sour Mash and
 CiarIxe's Pure Rye Whfslxies. Through its internal revenue officers at the distilleries, every bottle is tested and an internal revenue stamp is placed over the cork and capsule. Sold only by
 SOLOMON x LEVI,
 1928 and 1880 First Avenue. 1-25-tu. tn. -sat-4w
The age-herald., 1898-01-27

of fire apparatus that you could spare. The expenses of your men will be paid by our committee.
 Please advise me if it will be possible for you to aid us in this parade. Yours truly,
 T. s. WILCOX,
 Chief Fire Department. By order of committee of arrangements.
The age-herald., 1898-01-27

to select delegates to the state convention. The candidates for the legislature will then know what is expected of them, and the delegates to the state convention can be instructed to carry out the wishes Of the people upon national and state Issues, and also in the selection of candidates for the various state offices.
 So far as the manner of nominating can didates for the various judicial offices is concerned, I am, myself. indifferent. Neither national. state nor local issues are involved in this matter. The question is one of fitness ability honesty and integri- ty. Of course. do not mean that any but loyal democrats. that is men who vote the straight democratic ticket, national, state and county, should have he support of democrats
 If a convention is adopted as the plan. there will be no doubt about the position of the organized democracy of Jefferson county upon great public questions. What ever this position is, let it be known. If the party adopts a platform all who accept nominations will. of course stand upon the platform, regardless of what their former opinions were. If these are not in &C., cordance with the platform adopted and oiS uhShdE5Sdplt, lHeil, Ol course, olhciS should be nominated. By all means, let us have platform and nominees in perfect har- mony At this time, under existing cir cumstances, I think a great, enthusiastic convention, bringing together our people. face to face, would do more to unify the democracy of Jefferson county than any, thing else.
 Win Harmonize the Party.
 ''The advantages of a convention over a primary in harmonizing the several inter- ests in this county is matter convention alone can settle. The purpose of the con- vention, no doubt, would be to recognize these varied interests, and so far as can be done consistenet with democratic prin- ciple give all representation in the legis- lature, and also pledge the party to all fair, just and proper legislation.
 ''The qualifications to participate in the party primaries is a matter for the state executive committee to determine. This they have already done in the case of the Mobile contest. I certainly am opposed to qualifications that will exclude an August Goodwin populite, and admit a November Palmer and Buckner supporter"
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
Undeiivered Telegrams.

The following undeivered telegrams re- main at the Western Union Telegraph of flee:
 Wnslow, Andrew Mum, Mrs Vanek.
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
AMUSEM ENTS.
summer.

The Woodward Warren company played to two crowded houses yesterday. At the matinee "Too Much Smith" was presented and at night "Our Strategists." This last play is one of the most popular ever played by this company, and deservedly so. It consists of a series of ludicrous in- cidents throughout and is constant source of laughter.
 At both performances yesterday all the speciality artists were presented and re- ceived much applause. The three Gold smith sters dance with g. vim and their .urn Is proving very attractive. Kennedy in his buck and wing dance, Green, in his sc-eign dialect act, and Eberhardt with his banjo received repeated calls. "A Practical Joke" will be presented this afternoon and "Cheek" tonight.
 Again the new performers at the Gaiety failed to come. The managers are evil de.stly sincere In their intention to get these variety artists hene and have ex- pended over $2OO in their efforts, but have had bad luck. Telegrams have been re- ceived assuring tine managers that they will be here today, and they will go on the stage as soon as they arrive. The Gaiety, the Zoo and the Maze close their engage ments in Birmingham Saturday night, but they will return to this city during Car nival week.
The age-herald., 1898-01-27
In Favor of a Convention.

My own opinion is that the declaration of principles and policies is far more im- portant than the personnel of candidates.
 As can see no way by which this can be accomplished except by a convention, I am, therefore in favor of a convention to nominate candidates for the legislature and
The age-herald., 1898-01-27

Pratt City. Jan. es. 1898.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-04-13

gate by the clubs to fill the vacancy
caused by the death OF Jose Marti. He
thereupon gave up his school. made his
headquarters at the Astor House and
only occasionally had a glimpse of his
family at Central Valley.
But Tomas Estrada Palma is also
minister or delegate plenipotentiary
abroad of the republic of Cuba, author
lied to appoint its delegates to other
powers wherever and whenever he sees
fit This important office, conferred by
the Cuban government Sept. 19, 1895. is
altogether apart from his position as
delegate of the associated clubs. AS
the representative of the Cuban gov
ernment it has been his duty to appeal
to the state department of this country
for recognition from time to time, thus
far with no official success. 1t has
been his business to appeal TO the pub
lie, maintain popular interest, and aid
and comfort the revolutionists by coll
lecting funds and in every way pos
sible. That he has been highly sue
cessful all know who have watched the
movement at all closely.
Now there is a renewed vlCor in the
man, his step is lighter, his eye brighter
ana his whole aspect less anxious and
Careworn than it was year ago. He
sees the signs of dawn. Always con-
vinccd that Cuban independence must
come, he feels now that it Is coming
quickly, and already he discovers the
glitter of it's day star on the horizon.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-04-13
AisLELACKAwANNA
Jonas bong'S Sons


would be ten lOcusts on each square
yard. If in estimating we allow one
half to be female and each female to
have deposited 100 eggs, then sufficient
lOcusts have been destroyed to have
covered a possible 10000 square miles.
To this destruction of winged insects
we must add at least 10000 eggs that
have also been destroyed.
ITO say that all this reduction in the
number of locustS in the country means
nothing would be ridiculous in the eX-
treme. Why, If this same class of war
fare can be kept up during the next
few months-and l cannot see why it
cannot-the pest will be nearly or quite
in the power of its natural enemies
inside of another year. This, too, with
out disease.
But this is not enough. We should
see that it is not only brought within
the control of its enemies but that IL
is entirely eXterminated from the coun-
try, so that its natural enemies can
devote their attention to some of the
other locusts or grasshoppers that are
showing a tendency to increase in vari-
Gus parts of the republic, and of which
six or seven kinds have already come
to my notice"
From the study OF the habits of the
locusts Professor Bruner has recon-
mended that the destruction be active
ly carried on when the young are just
| hatched, as they then pile up about
roots Of plants on the ground. Wire
bushes, whips, fails, paddles, and SHOW
els are quite effective, as also are torch
es of rags saturated with oil or SINH
lar appliances. Driving flocks of sheep
or horses over a field filled with the
young insects or even older ones is
also practiced. Barriers OF zine and
smooth substances that the young To-
Gusts cannot climb and trenches and
traps for catching them to await de-
struction are also recommended.
The professor also says that the
natural enemies Of the locusts, the
birds, frogs, tOads, snakes, lizards, ar
: madillos, moles flies, waSps and beetles
must also be encouraged and not de-
stroyed. The professor is also expert
mentng with three diseases which at
tack the locusts and which may by pro-
pagnation help to thin out the pests
Nebraska State journal.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1898-04-13

school for the children Of Spanish
Americans from the republics of the
western hemisphere was opened. IL
was at the high tide OF prosperity when
the call of patriotic duty was heard
again. and the school was abandoned.
f. 1t is commonly said that Palma Is
the head of the Cuban junta in the
United states. That is a mistake, due
to the inaccuracy which revived a fa-
miliar term to describe something TO
which 1t does not properly apply. There
is no junta now. There was such
body, with headquarters in New York,
during the ten years war, which raised
upward Of $2.00000O for the Cuban
cause. but there Is none now. its place
being taken to some extent by dele
CATION, comprising president, or dele
gate a secretary and a treasurer. elect
ed by the associated Cuban revolution
airy clubs. They are scattered in many
cities Of this country, Chicago, in Cen
tral and South America, the West In
| dies and Mexico. In times of activity
| il is essential that they should have
their power centralized for executive
and advisory purposes. This purpose is
served by the delegation in New York
elected by the associated clubs, which
simply represents Cuban revolutionists
abroad and is the ally Of the home
| government.
HEAD OF REVOLUTIoNISTs.
| In July, 1885, Palma was elected dele