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The age-herald., 1900-02-23
THE POPULATION
 OF BIRMINGHAM
According to New City Directory
 is 80,28O.
IT CON FANS 26,76O NAMES
Publishers Say That Greater Birming- ham, Including Pratt City and Z. o ss- Ensley, Contains Over 1oo.-
 ooO-A Complete Volume

The new City Directory. published by the Maloney Directory company, Tor the year 1900, is being delivered to subscribers and shows a substantial growth of the city s population over last year.
 The Directory Is large and handsome volume, and is without question the fullest and most complete directory of the city ever compiled. It contains over 1,1OO pages, and Is carefully and systematically ar re nged, the index system being especially convenient. In the introduction to the volume the publishers say;
 'In the present volume we have the names Of 26,76O citizens ewhibe and colored), in- the usual basis of three to each name iu the Directory, make the population of Bir- mingham SO.2SO The population of Greater Birmingham of today will exceed 100000 as Pratt City, Ensley. etc, have not been taken in the canvass this year.
 The estimated population of the city proper, based on last years directory, was 76,500, showing growth for this year of nearly 4,OOO
 While these figures are estimated 1t Is believed that the census soon to be taken will show even a larger population, as the growth of the city has been nothing less than marvellous.
 The census of 1890 gave Birmingham only 26,17S, and it is believed that the new census will show an increase of population un- equaled in the United States.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
JOINT CONFERENCE
 HELD LAST NIGHT
Exec,t,ve Committees of Railroad Mems Political Clubs Consider Important
 Quest ons-A Banquet

The executive committees of the Birming' ham, Avondale and Bessemer railroad mems political clubs and of the working mems political club held joint conference last night to consider the question of can- didates for state and county offices to be supported by the members of these clubs. R. L. Varnell presided at the meeting. A committee consisting of nine members was appointed to prepare slate to be adopted at a later meeting which will be held in short time.
 The meeting adjourned about 10:30 o'clock to the Arlington hotel where an elegant banquet had been prepared for them by the proprletors, Dickson and Pierce. The ban quet was served in eight courses.
 The banquet was given by the executive committee of the Birmingham club to the visitors Those present were: R. l.. Var nell. J. H. Mitchell, w. B. Harris, W. B. Radford, Tom P. Davenport, A. N. Earp. C. l., Huey, F. J. Williams, J. W. Shuler and James Gallagher, of Birmingham; w. G. Hurd, w. T. Kennedy and John c. Golightly and MT. Sullivan, Bessemer; Gus Ellard. Avondale; T. S. Pounds. West End; w. J. Parkes, Woodlawn.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
THE MACRUM CHARGES
Wheeler Introduces a Resolution Au-
 thorizing an Investigation

Washington, February 22.-Representa- tive Wheeler of Kentucky today introduced a resolution instructing the committee on foreign affairs to investigate the truth or falsity of the charges made by Charles 70. Macrum, late consul of the United States to Pretoria, that his official and personal mail was opened read, suppressed or de- tained by the censor of the British govern- ment at Durban, or that telegram sent by him to the department of state was de- layed by British censor for several weeks The committee, by the provisions of the resolution, will also ascertain whether the British authorities are ac- quainted with the secret cipher code used by the state department. In order that thu committee may properly carry out these instructions, 1t is authorized to send for persons and papers and to administer oaths to witnesses examined. The resolu- tion was referred to the committee on rules.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
BAPTISTS SCORE TRUSTS
Question Game Up Over the Price of
 Paper

Hot Springs, Ark, February 22.-The clos ing session of the Southern Baptist Press association began this morning. After a full discussion of the denominational paper an advertising medium, a committee was appointed to consider and report on the ad- visibility of establishing an eastern agency in New York to represent various papers of the association. The recent increase in the price of paper was discussed by Drs. Frost, Falk Armstrong and others The trust was scored as being chiefly responsi- ble for it. committee was appointed to draft resolutions on the question of the tariff and trust legislation on crude ma- terial entering into the affairs of the paper, to be reported to an adjourned session to be held here in May in connection with the Baptist convention. Officers for the ensu- ing year were elected as follows: Presi- dent, pr. J. c. Armstrong, St. Louis; vice. president, Dr. o. l.. Hailey. Little Rock: secretary and treasurer, Dr. D. E.. Falk, Nashville executive committee, Dr. s. M. Armstrong, Falk Hailey. J. w. Bailey and T. J Vanhess.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
TUE TDEKTV IC "A A ALI AAAA44A IN
 STILL DELAYED
Germany'S Meat Inspection Bill
 Has Not Helped Much.
CAUSE NOT YET REMOVED
No Aoreement Between Germ any and Tan aEa1#= al Has Importation ef Ea.t =uHs Has Yet
 Laa Raaehed

washington, February z1,-A4e 2 "a ai the German reichstag on the meat inspec- tdon bill yesterday has not removed the cause of the delay in the initiation of nego- tiations for reciprocity between the Unit
 ed States and Germany under the terms of section of the Dingley tariff act. An effort was made by the German embassy last spring to lay the foundation for such treaty animated by desire to secure equal advantages with France dn the matter of trade with the United States. Those ef- | forts came to an abrupt halt because of the determination of our state department to 1 make the abandonment of some of the 1 severe restrictions the importation in ! Germany of American meat and~other food | products one of the leading features of our | side of the treaty.
 The German government was unable to l mako any such concessions without ieglsla- tive authority from the reichstag. The im- perial government promised to submit a bill to that body which, it was promised, would satisfy our demands. The bill was prepared during the past summer. While it contain ed some features of relief 1t could scarcely be regarded satisfactory to our govern ment. Western sausage makers protested to the agricultural department, which was looking after details of the bill against the sweeping exclusion of American sausages from Germany, thus cutting off an impor- tant and growing branch of trade and at the same time casting most injurious as- pirations upon the purity of the American product. Other objections were made to the department to our merchants, manufac- turers and packers. But on the whole, the bill as prepared by the German executive branch might have been tolerated. a,,
 The amendments which have been placed upon it by the agrarlan interests, however, are such as to make it almost certain that it can be accepted a basis for a reciproc- ity treaty One condition as to imported fresh meats alone is regarded as imprac- ticable, namely, that the slaughtered ami mals must be sent over whole, and with Jthe fntestines attached.
 It is believed, though a formal decision has not been reported as yet, that our gov ernment will be obliged to declare that this bill does not meet its desires, and that it must therefore decline to undertake nego- tfations looking to a reciprocity treaty..
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
PLAGUE STAMPED OUT
Mailman in Yokohama Commits Several
 Murders

Yokohama, February 7-Via San Fran- cisco, February 22.-The final stamping out of the plague has been officially announced and all quarantine measures are suspended Of the seventy, cases, of Rlague reported from all quart5s. only None person sur- vived.
 A series of murders have recently occur. red in Yol1ohafna. Last week a mad man ram amuckH and killed sixspeople. Snatch ing sword from a policeman, he entered the famous shrine at Mioga and killed the chief priest and three attendants The maniac then attacked the large crowds that were attracted to the scene and killed three before he was dispatched. Last Sum- day night a family quarrel resulted dn a quadruple killing. Crazed by fancied crues treatment Japanese murdered his nephew, the wife and daughter of the latter and a boy servant.
 An American traveller, whose name was not reported, was arrested recently alt Moji as a suspected spy. While waiting for e steamer at Moi, which is a fortified town. at the western entrance of the finland sea, he strolled up to the fortress. He was ex- amining bhe guns when arrested. He was released when he made explanation.
 The Japanese have grown exceedingly suspicious on account of reports that Rus sian spies are abroad.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23

now and the national sentiment stands stronger. firmer and higher than it ever was before. There has been within the past two years a reunion of all the people around the holy altar of country, newly sanctified by sacrifice. The followers Of Grant and Lee have fought under the same eolors and have fallen for the same cause and let us. comrades of the Loyal Legion, on this, the anniversary of the birth of the father of his country, resolve in the lan- guage of Lincoln, to dedicate ourselves anew to the impershable cause which he advanced so far upon it's way and saved the state so, as he said, at Gettysburg, "let us firmly resolve that those who have died have not died in vain. that the cause for which they shed their blood shall never perish from the face of the earth.''
 Secretary Root responded to the toast, "The Army and Navy of 1S9S-19O0.''
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
MSrINLEY AT A BANQUET
The President Speaks of the Growth of
 the Union

Washington, February 22.-Presidest Me- Kinley attended the eighteenth annual ban quet of the district commandery of the military order of the Loyal Legion of the United States. Brigadier-General John M. Wilson. of the army. presided. In the course of his remarks the president said:
 'I have come to pay my respects to my comrades of the civil war and my compan- ions and supporters in times of peace. The union for which you fought has been saved by your valor, heroism and sacrifice and that of your comrades. The union is stronger, mightier, more powerful and freer than ever before We are together
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
Newspaper Publishers in Session

New York, February 22.-The American Newspaper Publishers association contin- ued its annual meeting to-day at the Wal dorf-Astoria. The president 8. H. Kauff- man of Washington, D. C., presided, with w. c. Bryant of Brooklyn as secretary. A variety of topics pertaining to the mechan- ical and business side of Journalism were discussed, but it was said that no action of interest to the general public was taken. The meeting will continue through to-mor- row with a banquet at the hotel tomorrow night.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
SOUTHERN SOCIETY BANQUETs
Minister from Japan Made Ringing
 Speech

New. York, February 22.-Two hundred members of the Southern Society of New York were present tonight at the four teenth annual banquet given at the Wal dorn-Astoria. At the guests table were John Barrett, former minister to Siam; John Ford; Edward Owen, commander of the Confederate Veterans camp Rev. pr. B. IN. Kranz, president of the Canadian soicety; Augustus Van Wyck; George Gray Ward, president of the St. Georges soci- ety; Juxtor Mura, the Japanese minister, and Consul Oohida, of Japan.
 President Polk proposed toast to the memory of George Washington, which was
The age-herald., 1900-02-23

i. 4,aa9A He, Tehruarg 22.-(SpeciaL)-on Wednesday evening, February 21 at the home of the brides parents, MT. and Mrs. James L. VanDegrift, Miss Ethel VanDe- grift and MT. Austin Glenn were united in marriage, Rev. P. P. Taylor of Irondale of- fieiating. The parlor was prettiy decorated in white ribbons. Mrs. L. Eugenie VanDe- grift presided at the piano, playing Mendels- sohn's wedding march. Two little flower girls, Misses Mary Scroggins and Fannie Nicely held white ribbons that outlined the path of the bridal party. First came the two attendants. Miss Beulah Glenn and Miss Emma VanDegrift.
 Next came the bride and groom The bride was attired in a travelling costume, while the groom wore the regular black. The event was one of much social interest. The bride is quite a favorite with all who know her, and is a most beautiful and charming young lady, while the groom ds a young man of excellent business qualities, and has most congenial and affable man. rIer. He Is a popular member of the firm of Glenn Bros. The bride and groom left at once for an extended tour.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
ALL QUIET IN KENTUCKY
Very Few Soldiers Remain on Guard at
 Capital

Frankfort. Ky. February 22.-The state capitol tonight is guarded by fewer sol- diers than 1t has been at any time since the assassination Of the late Governor Goe- bel. Adjutant General Collier to-day, act ing under directions from Governor Taylor. summoned all of the soldiers before him and told them that such of them as did not desire to remain in the service longer might return to their homes. About 150 went home, leaving probably 100 still here.
 Governor Taylor spent the day in confer ence with his attorneys, Judge ". H. Yost and Captain w. H. Sweeny, in regard to the agreed case which is being prepared for submission to the court.
 The legislature was not in session to-day, having adjourned on account of Washing tons birthday, and it is doubtful if either house will have a working attendance to- morrow.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
SEIZURE OF THE SABINE
Ambassador Choate Directed to Make
 Representations

Washington, February 22.-It is admitted by the department officials that instruc- tions have been given to Ambassador Choate at London to call the attention of the British government to the seizure of the British steamer Sabine with a cargo from New York. Secretary Hays despatch to the ambassador, it is said, is not protest but MT. Choate is directed to make repre- sentations to the British government which in effect indicate that the United States regards her action as serious trade inter- ference The department at Washington is seeking to prevent, so far as the exigencies of war permit, interference with American shipping and with the commerce in which those interests may be engaged.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
Kansas City ,Juhilaut

Kansas City, February 22.-Genuine aatis- faction was expressed on all sides this evening upon receipt of the news that the democratic national convention was to be held there. Kansasians irrespective of party have for months past worked diligently to secure the convention, and now that their efforts have proven successful, have al- ready begun seriously to plan to entertain their guests Telegrams by the score are coming into the hotels engaging accommo- da lions.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
Sewal sec No One

Atlanta, February 22-Mr. Arthur Sewall of Maine, who Is in Atlanta to meet MT. Bryan, spent the day at his hotel deny ing himself to all callers MT. Sewall has chartered an engine and car, and will leave here at o'clock Tn the morning over the Southern railway. The train will run down the Columbus division until it meets the morning passenger train bringing MT. Bryan to Atlanta. MT. ;5ewadl's car will then probably be attached to the regular train on its run to Atlanta, and the two leaders on the democratic ticket of 1896 will confer en route.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
STUDENTS CELEBRATE
A Fierce Battle With Mud and Snow as
 Projectiles

New Haven, Conn.,, February 22.-The Sophomores and Freshmen at Yale today celebrated the holiday with the old time snow fight in spite of warnings from the faculty. The two-year men, wearing tall hats, were followed by the freshmen and pelted with snow through the center of the city. Later fierce rush took place at the 'iFence," the Sophomores holding the cov- eted rails against the attack In the rush the students abandoned the snow and used mud until manyR of the men were plaslered from head to foot. The faculty may take sction.k B A g.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
MRS. LAWTON THANKFUL
A Letter of Gratitude Written to Gen.
 eral Corbin

Washington, February 22.-Mrs Lawton has made the following acknowledgment of the receipt of the home fund.-
 "Pewee Valley, Ky, Feb. IS, 1900 Dear General Corbin: Such kindness as yours can never be repaid, and my heart is very full when I try to, thank you. Words seem very poor at such time. Will you please believe I do appreciate it, and all my life will find comfort in the remem- brance. "The unusual feeling which prompted such wonderful generosity from the nation is so beautiful to me and so dear, my, grati- tude Is inexpress1bly profound.
 Ut has relieved the one anxious Sought Henry would have had, and I do not know how to thank you or the narion. 1f
 Believe me. with kind regards, 'f
 Very sincerely,
 MARY c. LAWTON."
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
anInpressiye scene

Rome, February 22-There was an im- pressiye scene dn St. Peters today when the pope gave his blessing to 15,OO0 Italian pilgrims who filled the vast Basilica The appearance Of Pope Leo, borne on sedia gestatoria, evoked tremendous outbursts of enthusiasm. Tine air resounded with ''Vivas" After praying at the high altar, the pope, carried on St. Peters chair, list ened to the singing of anthems, in which the congregation joined. The pontiff was tken borne through the midst of the crowds and pronounced the benediction.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
RITTENBERY'S CASE
Considered by the Police and Sanitation
 Committee

The police and sanitation committee of the city council met yesterday afternoon in the council chamber at the city hall to in- vestigate the charges of neglect of duty against Night Warden Mack Rittenberry of the city prison who WAS recently sus- pended by the mayor.
 Considerable evidence was heard. The committee after delberating for some time made its report to the mayor which was not given out for publication.
 The committee was vested with authority to reinstate MT. Rittenberry if it found qlim guiltless of the charge, but he did not work last night, which would indicate that the action was not favorable to him.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
DELIGHTFUL AFFAIR
Grand Masquerade Ball Given by the
 Elks -s4.

Elks' hall, corner Fourth avenue and Twentieth streets, was crowded with merry throng last night, the occasion mark ing in reality the opening of the carnival season. being a grand mask ball, under the auspices of Birmingham Lodge No. 79, B. P. O. E.
 Many handsome masks were on the floor and most delightful evening was spent by the merry dancers who thoroughly enjoyed the dance. Quite a neat sum was realized from the sale of tickets as a liberal re- sponse is always made to any appeal made by the Elks.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
AN INTERESTING ADDRESS
Delivered to the Carpenters by William
 J. Williams.

William J. Williams, a member of the executive committee of the International Carpenters and Jointers' Union, delivered a stirring address last night at Seals hall to a large audience composed of the mem- bers of the several local unions of the district
 Mr Williams spoke upon the subject of organized labor and pointed out the bene- fits to be derived from unionism.
 The meeting was a very instructive one and greatly stimulated interest in organ- ization.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
washincton,s nlrthday in Huntsville

Huntsville, February 22-CSpeciaL)- Wasllington's birthday was celebrated last night by the members of Richmond Council No. 2, Junior o. U. A. M, by the rendition of patriotic programme in their council chamber. State Councillor J. c. Stoner was present. Addresses were made by several prominent members, and handsome pie ture of Washington was presented to the council by Hon. John H. Wallace.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
AGUINALDO ESCAPED
Report Says He is Now Somewhere in
 Japan

New York, February PA special from Hong Kong, British China, to the Evening World, says: Limited States Consul Wild man has inifoTma tion that three members of the Filipino junta, Lubana, Paunce and Aguinailfo, brother of the envoy left re- cently for Japan to meet Aguinaldo. This gives credence to the story that Aguinaldo escaped from the island of Luzon to For mosa, when hunted by General Lawton's s expedition through the northern part of the island"
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
Black Plague Has Broken Ont

San Francisco, February 22.-The steamer American Maru arrived tonight from Hono- lulu and brings advices that the black plague has broken out in other cities in the Hawaiian group. Several cases are reported at Kahuli and one at Hilo. The situation in Honolulu is better. No new cases have developed.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
U. V. Embassies Closed

Berlin. February 22.-The United States embassy and consulate were closed today for business and were gaily decorated with American flags in honor of Washington's birthday. Ambassador White and Mrs. White kept open house for Americans in Berlin for several hours.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
Prominent Georeia Dend

Atlanta, February PA special 10 the Constitution from Eastman, Ga., says News has been received here of the death of Judge T. D. MeCormick in the southern portion of this county. His death was from drinking five bottles of a rheumatism cure. Whether the oil was taken With sui cldal intent is not known
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
TOMLINsON CLUB
Organized at Irondale Last Night-Mr
 Tomlinson Spoke.

Hon. John W. TomHnson addressed a large meeting at Irondaie last night in the interest of the democratic gubernatorial nomination, and was enthusiastically re- ceiyed.
 The meeting was held in the school build- ing, and many of the voters of the beat were present. MT. Tomlinson made stdr- ring speech, and touched upoa the leading
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
Statement of Cuban Finances

Havana, February 22.-Senor varona. sec- retary of finance. has issued a -tabulated report of the business done in Cuban finan- cial circles. According to this the total operations amounted to $16 ,O00, and there was not single failure registered in Havana.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
Big Market fer.Timbers

Huntsville, February 22.-(Special.) )-The building of several additional wood working plants in Huntsville has made this city big market for all kinds of timbers. Hick- ory. oak. ash. walnut. gum and poplar are in great demand and owners of land upon which that timber stands have a new source of revenue opened up for them.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
Porto Rican Coamissioner

Baltimore. Md, February 22--secrstary of War Root has requested Dr. J. H. Hole lander, professor of finance of John Hop- kins university, to accept a place on the special Porto Rican commission, to revise the laws relating to taxation in that island
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
Cation Min at Ope,i,,a

Montgomery, February 22-The directors of the new cotton mill at Opelika, Ala, or ganized today. and representatives left for the north to purchase necessary machinery. Capital stock, $l00, 600.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
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political issues of the day Before MT. Tom- Hnson spoke, TomMnson club was organ- ized, with the following officers:
 President-J. W. Hawthorn.
 Vice president-F. H. Hambright.
 Secretary-W. P. Moore.
 Executive committee-'FTank F. Green, W. U. George, John H. White, J. A. George, and Gus Eilard
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
President Conner nanserouslY III

Savannah, Ga., February 22.-H. M. Co., mer, president of the Central of Georgia railroad, Is dangerously Ill. His condition tonight is critical but his physicians say he may live two or three days.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
Legal Holiday

The postofflces. banks and federal offices yesterday observed holiday hours on &C., count of Washingtons birthday.
The age-herald., 1900-02-23
TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money If it fails to cure. B. w. Groves signature is on each box. 25c.