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The age-herald., 1899-06-24
ALUMNI OFFICERS
Efforts to Form an Auxiliary Associ
 ation

Tuscaloosa, June 23-(Special.-At the meeting of the Society of the Alumni of the University of Alabama on Tuesday. the 2Oth instant. the following officers were elected for the ensuing year:
 J. H. Johnson, of Talladega, Ala, was unanimously elected by rising vote to succeed Hon. Hugh Morrow. of Birming- ham, Ala, as president of the society; the Rev. c. B. Crenshaw, of Clanton, Ala, was unanimously elected first vice-president; Hon. J. J. Mayfield, of Tuscaloosa, Ala, was elected second vice-president; Prof. T. W. Palmer, of University, Ala, as sec retary; Hon. J. H. Fitts, of Tuscaloosa, Ala, treasurer; pr. John Little, of Tusca- loosa. Ala, registrar; Prof. w. S. Wyman, of University of Alabama was elected to fill the vacancy on committee to lend alumni fund.
 The following committees have been ap- pointed by J. H. Johnson, president of the Alumni society:
 Executive Committee-State at large, J. K. Dixon. chairman, Talladega, Ala; First district, E. M. Robinson, Mobile, Ala; Sec- ond district, W. E. Holloway, Montgomery; Third district M. M Baldwin, Union Springs; Fourth district, A. M Garber, Talladega; Fifth district, John T. Hefin, Roanoke; Sixth district, w. H. Lawrence, Livingston Seventh district, o. D. Street Guntersville; Eighth district, R. E. Pettus, Huntsville; Ninth district, Hugh Morrow, Birmingham.
 Library Committee-T. W. Palmer, chair man, University; w. B. Saffold, University; w. c. Richardson, Tuscaloosa; P. J. Ham, ilton, Mobile; s. A. Wood, Birmingham;
 Banquet Committee-W. B. Oliver, J. J. Mayfield, J. M. Foster, Tuscaloosa, Ala
 Legislative Committee-Tennant Lomax chairman, Montgomery; s. J. Bowie, An niston; R. H. Clark, Mobile; w. w. Bran- don, Tuscaloosa; W. B. Bankhead, Hunts vile. 4kHgt
 Trustees Alumni Fund.-. H. Fitts, Tus- caloosa, Ala; ]; M. L. Stansel, Carrollton; w. S. Wyman, University, Ala.
 Committee to Lend Alumni Fund.-. H. F'itts, Tuscaloosa; J. K. Powers, W. s. Wyman, University, Ala.
 It is the purpose of President Johnson to make earnest effort to have established in as many communities in Alabama as possible auxiliary alumni associations of university men. It is hoped that the alumni of the university in every com munity in the state where as many as ten or more can get together, that they asso- ciate themselves into local or auxiliary alumni associations; each association to be governed by such constitution and rules and regulations as may be determined by the members of such association. It Is con- fidently believed that these auxiliary asso- citations can be made a source of great pleasure and satisfaction to the members themselves and of untold value to the university in building up its interests. It
The age-herald., 1899-06-24

IT lgql 'sIdmex9 IoJ 'peuIBlI9ose u5sq sBu the city of Birmingham alone there are I86 alumni of the University of Alabamaj Montgomery, Mobile Selma, Huntsville, Anniston, Taladega, Demopolis, Union have sufficient number of the alumni of ble and pleasant auxiliary association. It once taken by university men in these and other localities to form auxiliary alumni association The president of the alumni association will be pleased to correspond with any alumnus of the university looking towards the organization of such an as- sociation. We are pleased to note that the interest in the Alumni society seems to be thoroughly awakened the recent meeting of the alumni at the university being the largest and most enthusiastic in many years. Great credit is due to the retiring president, the Hon. Hugh Morrow, of Bir- mingham, and to Prof. T. w. Palmer, sec retary of the society, for this condition of affairs. It is earnestly hoped that this in- terest may continue unabated and that the usefulness of the society may grow from year to year.
 It is also gratifying to note the general prosperity apparent to every observant vis- itor to the university at the commencement just ended. The university seems to be en- tering upon an era of prosperity and use- fulness that must be very gratifying to every alumnus and to every friend of higher, education in the state To the president, Dr. Powers, is due much credit for the present happy condition of affairs.
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
HUNTSVILLE
Baptist Institute Has Been Removed to
 Trinity

Huntsville, June 23-(special)-Th North Alabama Baptist Institute, formerly To- cated at Danville, Morgan county, has been removed to Trinity. on the Southern rail- way, near Decatur. The buildings of the institute at Danville were recently destroy ed by fire, and it was thought best to seek a new location. Several towns made flat tering offers to the board of trustees, which met at Decatur yesterday afternoon. The offer made by Trinity of thirteen acres of ground and a large building known as the Grange, with bonus of $1 900, was ac- cepted. Dr. Joseph Shackleford and Pro- lessor H. T. Lyle. of Trinity, were elected co-principals, and were given the power to choose their own faculty.
 J. c. Richardson died yesterday at his He was popular commercial traveller, and was known all over the country as Josh Richardson.
 The chamber of commerce has appointed committee, with R. E. Spragins as chair man, to try to interest the Nashville Chat tanooga and St. Louis and the Louisville and Nashville railways in connecting One onta with Huntsville and give this city a better southern outlet and better connec- ton with the mineral district. The build ing of gap of thirty miles from Hobbs island to Oneonta would give Huntsville a direct connection with Birmingham. The Commercial Club of Birmingham will be requested to assist in the undertaking.
 Thirty-six new members joined the Cham Der of Commerce at a special meeting last night.
 Mice Annia Miller of Huntsville and MT Lon Drake, of Guntersville, were married in that town Wednesday. Rev. M H. Wells performed the ceremony. The marriage was a runaway match.
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
List of Events.

1st-Half mile bicycle, professional, free to all Prizes: 1st, s20; End, s1o; Sd, $5.
 2nd-Half mile bicycle, amateur. free to all Prizes: 1st, gold medal; End, gas lamp; 3rd umbrella.
 3rd-Quarter mile bicycle, amateur. free to all. Prizes: 1st, bicycle lamp; End, fine picture; 3rd, pair bicycle shoes.
 4th-Gents saddle race. Prize: Silver cup.
 5th-one mile Gents Driving Race. free to all. Prizes: 1st, fine set of harness; 2nd, whip; 3rd, umbrella.
 6th-Half mile running race, free to all Prizes: 1st, fine saddle End, box cigars; 3rd, picture.
 7th-Quarter mile dash pony race. Prizes: 1st. fine parlor lamp; End, bridle; 3rd, pair regal shoes.
 Sth-One hundred yard foot race. Prizes: 1st, pair of pants; End. pair of shoes; Srd, suit of very fine underwear.
 9th-Fifty yard boys foot race, for boys under sixteen Prizes: 1st, boys suit; End, silk shirt; 3rd, silk suspenders.
 10th-Eigh jump Prizes: 1st, umbrella; 2nd comb and brush; 3rd. silk suspenders.
 11th-Weight lifting contest. Prizes: 1st, pair Hathaway, soule, Harrington shoes; 2nd hat; Sd, box cigars.
 12th-Tug of war. Prize: Keg of Indian opolis beer.
 13th-Fifty yard running race, for married men over thirty years. Prizes:1st, fine card table; 2nd fine hat; 3d. ham.
 14th-Fifty yards running race, for girls over fourteen Prizes: 1st, fine hat; End, fire fan; 3d. two pounds of candy.
 15th-Barrel walking contest. Prize: Brush and comb.
 16th-Five innings game of ball. Prizes: balls, 2 bats, balls.
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
NOTICE TO WATER CONSUMERS!

The Birmingham Water Works Company desires to call the attention of water con- sumers to the fact that there is now exist ing an enormous waste of water.
 Consumers will be serving the interests of the public as well as the water company by preventing unnecessary waste, such as allowing fixtures to remain open and sprinklers to run all night or out of sprink- ling hours.
 been employed, and the Water Company re- grets that it will be compelled to cut off the water at premises found abusing the water privileges. Respectfully,
 BIRMINGHAM WATER WORKS co.
 6-24-6t
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
WILLIAM GOULD MARRIED
He Led to the Marriage Altar Miss Mary
 Perry.

Boligee, June 23.-(Special At the St. Marks Episcopal church, Wednesday night, Miss Mary Perry was married to William P. Gould. The ceremony took place at S:90 o'clock, Rev. Mir Mitchell of Eutaw, officiating. It was one of the most beautiful weddings ever witnessed in this little village. The church was decorated with white flowers, and vines, and the radiant glow of the candles, which was equal to electric light, showed the artistic decoration to its full beauty. The bride and maids wore white. Miss Susie Perry was maid of honor, being the brides sis ter.
 shortly after the ceremony the bridal party, friends and relatives drove about one-half mile to the home of the groom, where a reception was given in honor of the bridegroom. Refreshments were served and dancing among the young folks was the principal amusement.
 MT. Gould is quite young man, who is the youngest son of Captain Mckee Gould, who is well known all over the state, as he was popular captain in the civil war. Young MT. Gould has resided in Birming ham for the past few years, where he has been employed in the First National bank, but recently succeeded to better position as general bookkeeper and cashier for the Milner-Kettig Hardware company of the same city.
 Miss Perry is the daughter of MT. Jo- seph w. Perry, popular business man of this place. Miss Mary is a charming girl, and her many friends regret to her part from us.
 The bride and groom will leave soon for their new home in Birmingham.
 Misses Sallie Steel of Eutaw, Cora and Rosa Cross, of Clinton, are the guests of Mrs. pr. Halter.
 Miss Mary ApSey Of EutaW is the guest of Mrs. A. B. Demoville this week.
 MT. William Shaw and daughter of Greensboro, are visiting MT. McAlpine this week.
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
BRADSTREET'S REPORT
On the Birmingham District for Week
 Just Closing

The following is Bradstreets report or the Birmingham district for the week just closing:
 Iron is holding up well. The market is strong and showing an upward ten dency. Tennessee Coal, Iron and Rail- road company has purchased the Shef- field furnace property for, it is said, about $500, ,G00 Coal miners are pushing their production to the utmost and coal miners are participating with increased wages in the good prices obtained for iron.
 Brass and iron foundries and ma chine shops have more than they can attend to-
 notwithstanding reports of a reduc- tion in the acreage of cotton, gin manu- lecturers are pushed to the utmost to fill orders.
 Dealers in Vhardware, lumber and builders supplies cannot supply de- mands.
 "Wholesale grocers and dry goods merchants report satisfactory business.
 Retail trade holds up well, notwith- standing the hot weather"
 The Bradstreet agency. by the way, hal recently removed its headquarters from the office building to the Alabama bank build ing on First avenue and Twentieth street The office furniture Is very handsome, and when completed will be one of the best ef- fees in the city.
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
NATIONAL EDUCATIONAL
Association Convention at Los Angeles,
 Cal, July 11th to 14th. 1899.

Association Convention at Los Angeles,
 Cal, July 11th to 14th 1S99
 The Louisville and Nashville railroad has arranged to sell round-trip tickets from all stations on it's line to Los Angeles, Cal. for one regular first-class fare plus $2.00 for the round trip June 4th to July 7th, inclu- sive, good to return until September 5, 1899. The Louisville and Nashville road offers the two best routes to Los Angeles via St. Louis, Mo-, or New Orleans, La, making the closest connection at both gateways. Stop-overs will be allowed going within transit limit (July ID and returning within final limit (September 5 at all points west of and including Fl Paso, Tex, Trinidad. Pueblo, Colorado Springs and Denver. Col; Cheyenne, Wyo. Edgemont, s. D., and St. Paul, Minn.
 For further information regarding routes. sleeping car reservations, etc., call on or address nearest l.. & N. R. R. agent or
 R. F. BEASLEY, Pass. Agent,
 6-23-td Birmingham, Ala.
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
THEY WANT TO TELL
These Grateful Women Who Have Been Helped by Mrs. Pinkham.

Women who have suffered severely and been relieved of their ills by Mrs. Pinkham's advice and medicine are constantly urging publication of their statements for the benefit of other wo- men. Here are two such letters:
 Mrs. LIZZIE BEVERLY, 259 Merrimac St., Lowell, Mass, writes:
 It affords me great pleasure to tell all suffering women of the benefit have received from taking Lydia E. Pink hams Vegetable Compound. 1canhard- ly find words toexpressmyg gratitude for what she has done for me. My trouble was alteration of the womb. was un-3 der the doctors care. Upon examina- ton he found fifteen very large ulcers, but he failed to do me good. took sev- eral bottles of Lydia E. Pinkham's Vege- table Compound, also used the Sanative Wash, and am cured. Mrs. Pinkham'sl medicine saved my life, and would recommend it to all suffering women."
 Mrs. AMOS TRoMBLEAY, Ellenburgh Ctr, N. Y.. writes:
 "I took cold at the time my baby was born, causing me to have milk legs, end was sick in bed for eight weeks. Doctors did me no good. surely thought I would die. I was als so troubled with falling of the womb. could not eat, had faint spells as often as ten times day. One day lady came to see me and told me of the benefit she had derived from taking Lydia E. Pinkham's medicine, and ad- vised me to try it. did so, and had taken only half bottle before was able to sit in a chair. After taking three bottles I could do my own work. I am now in perfect health"
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
EXCURSION
To Montgomery, Ala.-s15o Round Trip

To Montgomery, Ala.-$150 Round Trip.
 A special train with excellent equipped coaches will leave the Union depot Sun day morning, June 25 at 7:30, for Montgom- cry Ala The remarkable low rate of s1. 50 has been made for this occasion in order that everybody can go along. Montgom- cry the capitol city of the state, is very attractive place and affords anyone nice days pleasure to see the sights. Separate coaches will be provided for both white and colored people and there will positively no mixing of crowds. For further information call on or address any agent of the Louis- vile and Nashville railroad or at the Union ticket office. 6-16-St.
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
NOTICE!

The Clerks Union of the city of Pensaco- la, Fla, extend to the bicycle riders and athletes of the city of Birmingham an in vitation to participate in the races and field sports to be held at Kupfrian's park, July 1, on occasion of their annual picnic The following is list of events, with prizes for same. Any one wishing to par ticipate, will send name to D. L. Reese, chairman of sporting committee, and the event in which they wish to enter. Address
 D. L. REESE, Pensacola, Fla.
 Care VIM. JOHNSON & co.
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
GA 5 T 0 1 IA. Bears the /, The Kind You Have Always Bought Signature sf &NzzzZ1
Water Consumera

Attention of water consumers is called to the advertisement of the Water Works Company in this issue. The company will cut off water from premises where the wa- ter is being unnecessarily wasted force of inspectors has been employed to stop this waste, which is detrimental to the public interests. ss*
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
VERDICT FOR $lO,O0O
In Stribling Case-News of Various
 Courts

Mrs Mary E. Strlbling, administrator of the estate of Anthony Stribling, was awarded a verdict for $1O,OOO against the Kansas City, Memphis and Birmingham railroad in the circuit court yesterday. The case had been on trial for several days and was given to the jury yesterday afternoon. After remaining out about two hours a verdict as above stated was re- turned.
 Mrs. Stribling sued for damages for the death of her husband who was killed some time ago at Corona while in the discharge of his duty as engineer
 The case of c. R. Dye vs. the Robinson Mining company for $10,OOO, has been settled and dismissed.
 : New Mining Company
 Articles of incorporation of the Franklin Brown Ore company have been filed in the probate office by Morris, Albert, Samuel and Edgar Adler. The company was or- ganized for the purpose of operating brown ore mines near Russellvile, Franklin coun- ty. The capital stock is fixed at $25 ,OOO.
 Chancery Court z The case of Marvin & Jackson vs. the
  which was filed in 1890 is being argued be- fore Chancellor Carmichael.
 Criminal Court
 Special Judge Charles B. Powell, who is sitting in the criminal court in the absence of Judge Samuel D. Greene who is detained at home by sickness in his family, has made splendid record during the week, having disposed of considerable business. "A number of cases were tried yesterday and several convictions resulted.
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
6-23-td

Go to Ashevllle, N. C., for the summer. An elegant place to spend your summer va- cation.
 Call at Southern railway, or A. G. s. of- flee No. 201s First avenue. for further in- formation. 5-25-tf
The age-herald., 1899-06-24
6-10 cod 6W
Crockett Arsenic-Lthia Springs and Baths
OPENS LINE 1st.

Elevation good. As a nerve tonic, anti dyspeptic and restorative these waters and baths are unsurpassed. Relieves rheu- matte skin and kidney troubles ard Sinssr red diseases. Clears and beautifies t.ia complexion. Modern conveniences. For particulars address
 M. c. THOMAS, Mgr. SHAws VILE, VA.
 5-1S-eod-2m
The age-herald., 1899-06-24

Hoods Sarsaparilfa insures good digestion and strength to the vital organs. Insist up- on Hoods.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1899-03-25

THE ST. PAUL G
OF finished material are higher, reflect
ing the earlier advances in the cruder
forms. The boot and shoe situation with
1obbers is quite encouraging; hides,
though dull, are firm, and the same Is
true OF leather, while the current of the
finished product keeps manufacturers
busy. Cotton goods retain all of their
old strength, though somewhat quieter In
demand at first hands, while the talk Of
combination in the manufacturing branch
of trade has seriously unsettled the price
OF wool, which is weaker and lower.
Sugar reflects steady buying in practical
ly unchanged quotations. Lumber is feel
ing the stimulus of the approach of ac-
tive building operations, and while pine
and spruce are higher at nearly all mar
kets, hard woods sympathizing and even
outstripping these classes of material in
their upward movement. IndustriaIly
the situation is satisfactory
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1899-03-25

and the iron and steel Industries, the

IuIIIUST VI operatives WHO nave gained
some advantage from the activity in all
industrial lines totals nearly 100000.
Wheat, including flour, shipments for
the week aggregate 9,746,761. against A.
154,O46 bushels last week; 3,S96,31S bushels
in the corresponding week of 1898; 1,714,-
419 bushels in 1897: 1,745,S37 bushels in
1896, and 2,562,965 bushels in 1895. Since
July 1 this season the exports of wheat
aggregate 1S0,972,562 bushels, against 49,
516,SS8 bushels last year. Corn exports
for the week aggregate $685. bushels,
against 1922 1868 last week; 4,496, 257 bushels
in this week year ago; 5,S62,6S7 bushels
in 1897: 1727,962 bushels in 1896, and 672,-
545 bushels in 1885, Since July l. this
season, corn exports aggregate 126. 1853, $50
bushels, against -, o32 926 bushels during
the same period year ago.
Business failures for the week number
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1899-03-25

LOBE, SATURDAY, \
ginning Of the present one produced no
great impression on prices and failed
to check the development Of bullish ac-
tivity and manipulation in various parts
Of the list
This may be attributed largely to the
general recognition of the fact that the
causes for the squirt in money rates were
temporary, and that, after April /, it is
probable a return of flow Of money
from the interior will result in renewed
ease. In fact, there Is reason to believe
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1899-03-25

tngton, amounting to 1000 tons, but
makers elsewhere are overcrowded with
work. No market can deliver plates
within any reasonable time and Pittsburg
works are sold to July on sheets, though
instead of $2.40 there, $2.65 at Chicago
and $500 at Philadelphia is paid. Plate
mills are all full, and there is heavy de-
mand at Chicago for bars, with one car
makers contract for $1,000 tons, prices
steadily growing stronger.
The minor metals are all weaker, with
the reaction of London speculation
though copper has declined to lie here
and is yet so much above London that ex-
ports have been stopped for the week.
The February output, both here and in
other countries was greater than last
years monthly average, although Feb
ruary is a short month.
Wool is at the doubling point, with
large sales ordered from the interior by
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1899-03-25


the Vest Charles A. Towne, of Mime
sofa. Gold and Silver, the Coinage Of the
Constitution" Senator James K. JONES'
Of Arkansas. chairman of the Democratic
national committee, Reorganization for
1907 Champ Clarke. of Missouri, Pros
perity-Past. Present and Future" Will
liam Jennings Bryan, of Nebraska, DE
mocracy."
1t is likely that Gov. Thomas, of Colo
RADIO, will also be present
Prof. Austin instructs in how to grow
the hair an inch a month at his consult
ing room. S7S Hotel Ryan, this week
Bleeding Piles
And all other forms of this common
and often dangerous disease readily cur
ed without pain or Inconvenience
Thousands of men and women are af-
ffcted with some sort of piles without
either knowing the exact nature of the
trouble or knowing ii arc coraIac.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1899-03-25
hat outside Institutions offered In
CIedseU dmOuHtS III consequences OF the
hot

any rate. while for time money there was
increased request by Wall street Dor
rowers. there has been a large and in
creasing supply, and money on railroad
collateral could be easily obtained at 4
per cent. while at higher rates borrow
ers on Industrial securities can secure
accommodation In spite of the conserva-
tfsm which is expressed about the latter
class of securities. II
AS the week progressed the release of
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1899-03-25
Soma largo industrial doo ,


tons as to rates and supplies, and the
relief Of the money market was re-
Elected by renewed, strength in prices.
HORSE MEAT FOR SAUSAGE.
New York Merchants Admit Using
the Flesh of Bronchos
NEW YORK, March 4-Williams &
Terhune freight forwarders, acknowl-
edged today that they had been shipping
horse meat to Europe for sausages Mr.
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1899-03-25
JIUtTS, and some CONCESSION:
- ehS1I1''''NI1N'1iH' ell I IIiIdUtIpIIId anu
Boston, though quotations show onIy

moderate decline, and sales at the three
chlef markets are almost as large as in
1892. Manufacturers make MANY in
qu1rles, but the prospect of combinations
Is potent to hinder transactions. The
goods are in rather better demand than
any average, but no large class Of mills
can claim to be fully employed
The demand for cotton goods Is still
strong. but this week has not materially
advanced prices. Cotton is decidedly
weaker though many believe that short
supplies will in time insure higher prices.
but mill and commercial stocks are about
oVoooo bales larger than last year abroad.
ana mill stocks must be heavy because
the mills are buying very little, although
crowded with work. while the commercial
stocks here are quite large.
Inc market for cotton has been decid
The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1899-03-25

[ARCH 20. 1899.
ments have been completed for an elab-
crate banquet to be held in this city on
March 80 in memory of the birthday Of
Thomas Jefferson. Covers will be laid
for 1900 guests. J. G. Johnson, the Kan
sas member of the Democratic national
committee, will be postmaster, and the
addresses will be as follows: Ex-Gov.
William J. Stone, of Missouri t'The Fu-