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The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-10-11
FROM PORTO RICO.
The Transport Berlin Reaches New
York with ConvaIescent soldiers.

York with Convalescent soldiers.
NEW YORK. oct. 0.-The transport
Berlin. Captain Wilson. arrived to-day
from Porto Rico via Santiago, with 4
number OF officers and 25 conyalescents
and laborers and several civilians.
When the sick came on board General
Henry sent with them ample supplies Of
nourishng food for the sick, and each
day the men were served with three hot
meals
The good result N this treatment was
evident IS hen it T. considered that On the
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-10-11

Forecast for Tuesday:
Virginia. North Carolina and South
Carolina Showers, Increasing east 10
northeast winds.
The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1898-10-11

Continued on Second Psse.)
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
TIE COUNTY COMMITTEE Will Likely Be Called About Feb
 ruary 26. MANY PLANS SUGGESTED In Regard to Selecting Various Candidates Birmingham, It Is Cained, is the Ideal .
 Place For the State Convention.

The time of the meeting of the county
 executive committee of the democratic party is a question that is just now excit- ing good deal of interest in political circles both among the candidates and among the voters.
 Dr. J. s. Gillespie, chairman of this com mittee, said yesterday that while the date had not been fixed definitely, it was very likely to be on February 26, about a week after the meeting of the state executive committee.
 Dr. Gillespie has been petitioned by five or six committeeman to call this county committee together at an early date and not wait for the state committee to act, but he urged upon them the necessity that the actions of the county committee be in perfect harmony with those of the state committee. They then withdrew their pe- titions This movement for an early meet ing of the committee was instigated by the candidates in order that more time and weight be gained in which to make the canvass. They claim that the meeting of the state committee is held too late. It usually comes in January, and thus gives the county coinmittees afnpie time to form their plans and the candidates ample time to pull their wires. They also argue that the 22d of February is Washngton's birth day and is also the day of the Mardi Gras festivities in Birmingham, Mobile and New Orleans.
 Dr. Gillespy, in discussing the question of county nominations by convention pri- maries, said that he did not know what action the committee would take, and that it would be mere guess work to express an opinion as to what they would do. But he said that from all he could hear, in a casual way, from candidates and voters, a majority of them favored a primary for the election of county officers.
 He said that in the gubernatorial and leg islative nominations there would doubtless be beat primaries to select delegates to a county convention, and this convention in turn to select delegates to the state con ton.
 As to the methods of nominating the chancery and circuit court judges, Dr. Gill; lespy said he did not know what would be done. However, tEey may be selected in any one of three ways-by a regular sep arate primary, by county convention or by the county delegates to the state con- vention. The objection to the latter plan is the fear that there will be lot of swap ping; that Is, vote for the governor or a legislator on the one hand, for judge on the other.
 Dr. Gillespy said that he and the county committee were unanimously in favor of the state convention being held in Bir- mingham. It is argued that this city is better situated than Montgomery, is much more convenient to most of the counties, and in the new auditorium will have the best building in the state for holding q con- vention.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
ADJUSTMENTS.

The Birmingham Lyceum will be enter tained twice next week, and twice the sec- ond week in February. Next Tuesday night the 18th, Thomas Dixon, the famous preacher and orator of New York, will lec- ture probably on Backbone" Friday night, the 21st Charles T. Underhill the noted elocutionist and impersonator from Brooklyn will render Rip Van Winkle." In this remarkable performance MT. Un- derhill impersonates every character in the play, including the dog Schneider" Mon- day night, February A. former Ex-Senator John J. Ingalls,, of Kansas, will deliver brilliant lecture, and the following night, Tuesday, February 15, the famous Jewish Rabbi, Dr. Emil G. Hirsch, of Chicago, editor of "The Reform Advocate" the lead ing Hebrew journal of the country, will deliver new lecture "The Dying Gen. tury." Dr. Hirsch is one of the most bril- liant orators of the day, ranking with those other two great pulpit orators of his own city. Dr. Robert Mcintyre, and Dr. Frank w. Gunsauius The Lyceum has been so strongly supported by the Jewish citizens that it is with great pleasure the Lyceum mana cement announces its success in securing a lecture to close its course from this brilliant representative of the Jewish people. Seats can be reserved for Dr Dixon's lecture Tuesday night by going to Seals store any time during Monday or Tuesday Admission to non-members of the Lyceum to Dixon's lecture will be 75 cents, and they can, of course, reserve seats on Monday and Tuesday just as the members are privileged to do.
 The story of Carmen is susceptible to many versions-all oakland every time one goes to see the play he sees new one, but in the end it is the same old story, Carmen dies. In one version she may die by her lovers hand, in another she may die from grief and remorse, but still the part dis plays a very naughty woman, yet loveable
The age-herald., 1898-01-14

slider the question of price. There are also two lawyers on this committee, R. H. Kerr and Col J. J. Altman. It will be remem- bered that Col. Altman put the ball in mo- tion in council meeting for municipal own- ership. He is hopeful, and 1t is probable that the gentleman will live to see the fruits of his first resolution on this ques- tion, which provided for the appointment of an investigation committee. All three gentlemen have posted themselves on this important question.
 It is hoped that the committee will be prepared to make it's report at the next meeting. Every one is anxious to see the question brought to climax and dollar gas the result.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
\ VERDICT FDR $s,28O.58 In the Case of Mrs. Annie Zim-
 mern1an AGAINST THE K. C. M. 6 B. R. R. Her Husband Was Killed By the oyerturning of an Engine-She Asked For $25,O0O
 Tn the Other Courts.

At 4e0 o'clock yesterday afternoon the jury in the case of Mrs. Annie Zimmer- man, administrator of the estate of Albert Zimmerman, deceased, vs. the Kansas City, Memphis and Birmingham Railroad com- pany, for damages, returned a verdict for the plaintiff, and fixed the damages at S9 2SO5S
 The argument was resumed when court reconvened at o'clock, and the trial con- cluded about noon. At 12:3O o'clock Judge Sharpe had finished his charge and the jury retired, remaining out until 4:30, when the above verdict was rendered.
 The plaintiff brought suit for s25,OO0 dam ages for the death of the intestate, which is alleged to have been caused by the negligence of the defendant.
 The deceased, Albert Zimmerman, was the husband of the plaintiff, and was killed at Winfield station. on the Kansas City, Memphis and Birmingham railroad, on Nov. 24 1895, while engaged in his duties engineer by the overturning of the en- zine.
 The case of Theodore Duke ys. William Hood, for damages, dismissed, both parties agreeing to pay a pro rata share of the accrued costs.
 The case of B. L. Jordan & Co., vs. B. B. Hudson damages, was dismissed at the instance of the plaintiff.
 The case of B. l.. Jordan & Co. vs. the Alabama National bank damages, was taken up, and is now on trial.
 In the second division the case of M. Brandes vs. the Birmingham House Fur nishing company, a verdict was rendered for the defendant.
 In the Circuit Court
 At S.3O o'clock the trial of Rhoda Gam ble, charged with arson, was resumed in the circuit court, and was given to the jury at 9:9O. After remaining out about two hours and a half @ verdict of not guilty was returned and the defendant dis charged
 Jake Cross, charged with burglary and grand larceny, was found guilty.
 Alex Miller, an old negro, was placed on trial charged with assault with intent to murder Julius Hare The jury returned a verdict of not guilty
 The case of Mattie Love, charged with grand larceny, was taken up and is now on trial. The testimony was concluded yesterday afternoon and the arguments will be heard this morning. The attorneys agreed that the jury could disperse for the night Judge Bilbro instructed them to be in their places promptly at S:3O o'clock this morning. He said that in case the so- licitor or defendants attorneys were not present at that time, he would not coun- tenance a delay, but would charge the jury and turn the case over to them.
 In the Criminal Court.
 On account of the death of J. P. Mudd, who was a cousin of Judge Greene, crim- inal court was adjourned immediately af- ter converting yesterday morning.
 The misdemeanor docket will be resumed this morning. The non-felony docket will be taken up on Monday.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
"o0D'S MERCY, !"
Was the Subject of Strong Sermon by
 Father Roberts.

Father Roberts sermon at the St. Paul's mission, last night, was the strongest of the series that he has yet preached. He took for his text the Mercy of God" showing that His mercy, like His justice, knows no limit. God is infinite, God is perfect, and as a perfect God has no restriction or limitation.
 He took the parable of the prodigal son and told in graphic language of the de- parture, wanderings, sufferings, return and forgiveness of that wayward youth. If it is thus with an earthly father, how much more so is the forgiveness of Heavenly Father!
 He also quoted the examples of Mary Magdaline and numbers of others, showing that penitent sinners will be received into heaven with open arms. and enjoy it's blessings for eternity.
 The music last night was unusually good. A trio consisting of Miss Fallon and Messrs. Arrico and Handley sang "Veni Creator,' ' and Ave Maria was sung by Miss An nie ONeill, and Bob Church sang 70, Salutaris."
 "Tantum Ergo was well rendered by the choir.
 The congregation last night was even larger, if possible, than on any preceding night.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
THE "CATCH" OF HIS LIFE.
Deputy Sheriff Robt Hlhouse Goes to War;
 rior After Bride.

Last night at 9 o'clock Deputy Sheriff Robert Hillhouse made one of the most important "catches' of his life at the thriving little town of Warrior, and is re- ceiving the congratulations of his friends.
 The capture was "cupid affair."" how ever, and the capture was none other than a blushing bride.
 MT. Hillhouse, in company with John Bowling, left this city yesterday at noon for Warrior, and was happily married to Miss Susie Dickinson, one of Warriors most popular young ladies last night at that place. The attendants were John Bowling and Miss Alma Hooker, a large concourse of friends being present.
 At late hour Bob telegraphed to the boys in the office that everything had pass ed off nicely and that he and his bride were en route home, in a country wagon.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
MR. MUDD'S FUNERAL.
The Church of the Advent Was Crowded to
 Witness the Last Rites.

The Church of the Advent was crowded to the doors yesterday afternoon to attend the last services over the remains of J. P. Mudd, who died so suddenly early Wednes- day morning.
 At 2:30 o'clock the remains were taken to the church from Mrs. Florence Jordan's residence, at Fifth avenue and Twentieth street.
 Troop D, of the Alabama State Cavalry, of which MT. Mudd was one of the princi- pal organizers and leading spirits, formed a guard of honor over the remains. Rev. J. G. Murray rector of the. Church of the Advent and chaplain of Troop D, officiated, and read the impressive services of the Episcopal church. The vested choir sang Lead, Kindly Light" and Abide With Me-" After the ceremonies at the church, the long procession formed and proceeded to Oak Hill cemetery
 The scene lat the grave was very pathetic All of the relatives of the deceased, includ- ing his two little orphan sons, gathered around the grave, where the usual ceremo- nies were performed, and when selected quartette sang "Asleep in Jesus," every one present was moved to tears.
 Such floral offerings as Mr. Mudds friends sent yesterday afternoon have rare- ly been seen. The grave was a solid bank of beautiful and magnificent flowers. The remains were laid to rest by his wife's side in the family burying lot.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
ONLY AN ORGAN GRINDERS WIFE,
But She Met the Fate of the Wealthy-She
 Died.

Only an organ grinders wife was Mrs. s. ]. Somerlin and she met the same fate of those who live in mansions and were wont to pass along the street and occa- sionally drop coin in her husbands dirty tin cup as he held it forward. She died.
 Her death occurred Monday night and the remains were carried to the Warner Smiley undertaking establishment. Her husband and little daughter had no money with which to give their last loved one respectable burial. But they promised to get up the required amount. Tuesday the day wore away and the remains still lay awaiting a shroud Wednesday passed. Somerlin did not play the organ on the streets He apd his little daughter were going from person to person, asking a pit tance to keep the dead mother and wife's body from the potter's field. Wednesday night the WarnerSmiley people thought he would not return and the remains were taken to the Miller undertaking establish ment, which firm has the contract to do the county buryng. But Somerlin and his little daughter came with the money and yesterday afternoon encased in neat cof- fin the remains were shipped to Remlap, Ala.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14

at times, who reaps the reward of her own wild caprices. It is a very pretty version that Theodore Kremer has made for Rosa the way through it, the scenes are fascinat- ing, and the stage setting in the mountain camp scene is very realistic, if noyelists' tales of the wandering race and their habits are to be credited. In physique Rosabel Morrison is fitted for the character of the Gypsey queen, and she says those little tart sayings attributed to the character, but in the "Carmen kiss" she cannot touch Olga Nethersole, who made 1t famous. She could be little stronger at times, but one admirable trait in her portrayal is that she does not overdo the part. Her com pany will be improved. Edward Elsner is neither fitted in build nor voice for the part of Don Jose, and his attempt at it is pain- ful. Miehaela in the hands of Helen Bell is just as Don Jose is with Esner. She seems strained and speaks her lines very poorly. Flora Fairchild as Carlotta deserves praise. She gives such an interpretation to the part Of girl who is disliked by all her com- panions that the audience cannot but help sympathize with her. Theodore Kremer in the role of Escanilo is all that could be desired The production is well put on, and Miss Morrison with more capable cast would appear to much better advantage.
 One of the events of the theatrical season will be the appearance of the famous Bos- tonians, Monday night, in that delightful opera by Victor Herbert, the "Serenade."
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
ROLLO'S CASE THIS MORNING
Will Be Tried Before Judge Wilkerson on Habeas
 Corpus Proceedings.

At 10 o'clock this morning the writ of habeas corpus sworn out in behalf of Off, ficer W. T. Rollo will be heard before Judge Wilkerson, in the city court.
 The petition alleges that Rollo, who was bound over under $500 bond charged with burglarizing and robbing the store of the Brown Crockery company, in Second avenue, is illegally deprived of his liberty according to the law and evidence in the case.
 The court room will no doubt be crowded with spectators, who have previously at tended the Rollo trials
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
SEAB0ARD LINE
 IS IN THE FIGHT
TWO FREIGHT AGENTS IN THE CITY
 YESTERDAY.
Cattle Quarantine Regulations Will be Put in Force Tonight-Novelties in Postal
 Cars-Railroad Personal Items.

As stated in The Age-Herald some time ago, the Seaboard Airline would open an office in this city and put up a.strong fight for it's share of Birmingham freight traffic. This road does not enter Birmingham, but it has made arrangements with the South ern to handle all of it's freight between here and Atlanta.
 ". R. Royster, formerly soliciting freight agent of this road in Richmond, Va, is the commercial agent for this place, and he has opened an office at 2O15 First avenue.
 Yesterday c. R. Capps, general freight agent of the Seaboard, and R. I. Cheath- am, assistant general freight agent, were in the city helping MT. Royster get started in business. They left for Atlanta at 4:20 o'clock yesterday afternoon well satisfied with the outlook for the Seaboard in Bir- mingham.
 That Cattle Quarantine.
 The United States cattle quarantine regu- lations will go into effect at 12 o'clock to- night, and the Kansas City, Memphis and Birmingham railroad has been doing rushing business during these few days of grace The last train loads of cattle left here last night and they will arrive at St. Louis efore the limit expires tonight.
 Novelty in Postal Cars.
 A number of postal cars have recently passed through Birmingham that were novelties in this section of the country They were vesltibuled and fitted up with all of the latest improvements of the United States mail department. These cars are intended for use between New Orleans and New York.
 Railroad Personals.
 W. M. Newbold, superintendent of the Decatur Montgomery division of the Louis vile and Nashville and Mrs. Newbold have gone to Kentucky on a weeks visit.
 w. B. Clements, of Atlanta, traveling passenger agent of the Seaboard, was in the city yesterday.
 Jandon Browne travelling passenger agent of the Florida East Coast railway is in the city.
 Superintendent A. J. Frazer, of the Southern, is expected to return from New Orleans this morning. It is thought that MT. Frazer went to the Crescent City in the interest of the Southerns barge line, by which the Alabama coal miners of this district expect to reap rich reward.
 The statement of earnings of the Louis vile and Nashville show that the gross re- ceipts for the first week in January were $38O,745, divided as follows: Freight, S273,6 500; passenger, $S2,2a6; miscellaneous. $24, 920. This is an increase of $23, 235 over 1897.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
THEY MOVE TO
 QUASH THE WRIT
BADHAM AND FRANCIS AND THE
 PIONEER co.
Collection of Certain Taxes Alleged to Be Due the State.

Back Tax Commissioner Henry L. Bad ham and County Tax Collector J. B. Fran cis through their attorneys, Lane & White, yesterday filed a petition in the city court asking that the certiorar suit recently filed against them by the Pioneer Mining and Manufacturing company be quashed.
 The petition is as follows:
 'Comes the defendant H. L. Badham, and move the court to quash the writ of t certiorari and other proceedings in this court, and assigns the following grounds: First-That he is improperly made par ty to this suit.
 Second-That he is improperly joined with his co-defendant, J. B. Francis.
 Third-That it is, in effect, a suit against the state of Alabama, and the state can not be sued without it's consent. Fourth-The petitioner, or plaintiff, has a complete remedy at law.
 Fifth-That the certiorari will not lie. sixth-Because it does not appear that the valuation on petitioners property by the board of equalization is not valid and binding'
 LANE & WHITE,
 Attorneys for plaintiff. 7ooneS lne uelehudht' o' D. fi"h'i9' moves the court to quash the writ of certi- orari and proceedings in this cause, and as- signs the same grounds as are assigned by his co-defendant, Henry l.. Badham."
 LANE & WHITE,
 Attorneys for plaintiff. The writ of certiorar was filed in the city court some weeks ago, by the Pioneer Min ing and Manufacturing company seeking to restrain Henry l.. Badham and J. B. Francis from collecting certain taxes al- legged to be due the state on basis of taxa ton made by the board of equalization.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
MRS. CALVIN C. REYNOLDS DEAD.
Dr.. James K. Powers Passed Through he
 City Accompanying Her Remains.

Dr. James R. Powers, president of L. University of Alabama, passed through te city yesterday on a sad mission. He D., companied the remains of his mother-.. law. Mrs Calvin c. Reynolds, to Puiash Tenn where they will be inferred.
 Mrs. Reynolds home was in Pulaski, ana she recently visited another of her sons-in- law, w. c. Bullock, of this city. She re- gently left here, and was visiting the home of President Powers at the university. She retired last Friday night apparently in per feet health. Before midnight she was taken sick, case of pneumonia rapidly developed and she died Wednesday evening. At her advanced age of over 70 she was unable to withstand the attack of the disease.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
In Honor of Judge Bilbro;

Senator R. M. Cunningham entertained quite a number of his friends at his resi- dence in Seventh avenue last night. The affair was in honor of Judge James Bill bro, who is now presiding in circuit court instead of Judge Banks. A number of prominent citizens, including legal and judicial lights and Mayor Evans, were present Senator Cunningham is a host, the superior of whom it would be diff icult task to find, and the evening was nothing if not enjoyable.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
Tuskegee Negro Conference.

The usual session of the Tuskegee Negro conference will take place in Tuskegee, Ala. Wednesday, Feb. 23. The Workers conference, composed of officers and teach- CTS in the various colored schools in the south, takes place Feb. 24, at Tuskegee. These conferences present an opportunity for the study of the condition and progress of the negro that is afforded nowhere else. Further information may be had from Booker T. Washington, Tuskegee, Ala.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
A Strong Endorsement.

We have great respect for superlatives, and use them conscientiously. If we say "best,' it is fact not phrase; nor is the word better used without knowledge and sincerity. Therefore, when we say there is no better rye than the famous J. Martin, sold by Wm. Wise, 2O9-211 18th St., at 75c per full quart, they are facts based solely upon the merits of the goods.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
50 CENTS.

Jefferson Turkish baths over Gelders' Restaurant. fri-sat-sun.
The age-herald., 1898-01-14
Paint your old buggy for
 SIX BITS

We make this offer to introduce the factured. It's ready for use. Remit postal note or express money order.
The age-herald., 1898-10-23

Wash1ngton, May I3, 1887. Dear 'Sir:-1 have your letter of the 10th instant, and have directed that your name be brought to the attention of the presi- dent when the question of making the next appointment in the corps of chaplains comes up for action. The next vacancy oc- CUTS on August ', 1897.