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The age-herald., 1900-04-13
IMPORTANT DECISION
Supreme Court Passes on an Important
 Tax Case

Montgomery, Ala, April 12.-The su- preme court of Alabama rendered decis- ion in an important tax case this week.
 The main point at issue was whether rail road stocks and bonds of foreign corpora tions belonging to citizens of Alabama, but kept in New York, where dividends and interest coupons were paid thereon are taxable in this state. The decision was that such property is taxable at the domicile of the owner regardless of any tax which the state of New York might assess and collect. The case will go to the supreme court of the United States.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
A SPECIAL
Notice to the Citizens of Jefferson
 County

The citizens of Birmingham and vicinity will undoubtedly give Colonel Higdon a heavy vote, appreciating his efforts at all times in bringing money to Birmingham, most notably the mastering out of his reg iment, which paid out over $10O,OOO in this city, and but for his efforts this would have been left in Mobile.
 We call your attention to the following telegram:
 Washington, D. C., Sept. 6, 1898. Col. E. l.. Higdon, First Ala, Jacksonville,
 Fla:
 Secured order as you requested for First Alabama to be mustered out in Bir- mingham instead of Mobile. Congratulate you and your command on your speedy re- turn to homes and friends.
 o. w UNDERWOOD. Colonel Higdon is the only man in the Sheriff's race that has spent his individual money, time and influence to benefit the interest of Birmingham and it's locality, so 1t is nothing but just and right that the citizens should rally and support Colonel Higdon for the important position Of Sheriff of Jefferson County.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
Stockholders, Meeting

Pursuant to a resolution of the board of directors adopted on the 2nd day of April, 1900, a meeting of the stockholders of the Birmingham Belt Railroad Company Is called to be held on Saturday, the 5th day of May, 1900. at F o'clock. noon, at the office of the company, in the city of Bir- mingalam, for the purpose of considering the proposition to issue not more than One Million, Five Hundred Thousand dollars of bonds of the company, and to secure the same by mortgage on the property, rights and franchises of the company at present owned and to be acquired.
 I. c. BEATTY. Secretary.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
REDUCED RATES
Via the Alabama Great Southern Railroad
 Company
.ailroad

The Alabama Great Southern Railroad company announces reduced rates from points on its line for the following occa- sions:
 General Assembly, Cumberland Presby- terian church, Chattanooga, Tenn, May 17 to 24 1900, tickets will be sold at one fare for the round trip selling dates May 15 to IS inclusive, with final limit to return May 26, 1900.
 General Assembly, Presbyterian church, Atlanta, Ga., May r to 2S, 190O Tickets will be sold on May 15, 1e and IF, limited . to return May 29, 1900 at rate of one fare for the round trip,
 General Assembly, Presbyterian church, St. Louis Mo-, May 17 to 31 1900 Tickets will be sold May 15. 16 and IT, with final limit to return June 3, 1900 at rate of ono fare for the rowund trip, plus g.
 For further information regarding these occasions apply to nearest Alabama Alabama Great Southern railroad ticket agent 4-9-to-4-18
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
O'Conner's Application withdra wu

Atlanta, Ga., April R.-The bill brought by R. P. O'Connor against the Interstate Building and Loan association asking for an injunction and the appointment of a receiver, was today withdrawn by the plaintiff. MT. O'Connor produced evidence that he had sent on his notice for with drawal in time for it to be now due. The notice, however never reached the asso- citation, having probably been lost in the mails. The withdrawal value of his stock was paid him and he dismissed the case at his own cost
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
FATAL COLLAPSE
 OF BIG BUILDING Three Persons Killed and Many
 More Wounded. THE HOUSE WAS CROWDED No Cause Assigned for the Accident Loss to the Firm Will be About
 $4o,oOO Three Floors
 Fell

Pittsburg, Pa, April 12.-Without warn- ing, the four-story brick building at the corner of Second avenue and Wood street collapsed today, burying in it's ruins a number of persons, three of whom were taken out dead, six badly hurt, and sev- eral others slightly injured.
 The dead are:
 MRS. MARTHA JONES, aged GA.
 EUGENE BERNHARDT, ages 62, sales man.
 OSCAR BIGELER, carpenter.
 The injured are:
 Noel Casper of Emsworth, salesman, leg broken; badly bruised
 Joseph Sloss, fireman, ribs broken.
 Michael Shang, steam filter, leg broken and arm crushed.
 James Sullivan, steam filter, badly cut and bruised.
 James V. Sims, carpenter, badly cut and bruised.
 August Ferdegard, aged GA.
 The building, which was occupied by the pany was being re-modelled About AS feet of the middle partition had been re- moved, steel girders supported by heavy iron posts were in place, and the finishing touches were being put on the remodel ling work. The firm, this morning, began the transfer of the stock from one room to the other and apparently centralized the heavy lead and oils about the middle of the structure. Up to the present, that is the only solution advanced for the col lapse, which began by the second floor breaking through, carrying with 1t the two floors above, making a breach from top to bottom through the center of the building. Rumors of many persons being buried under the debris were rife, but the list above comprises all of the casulties. The loss to the firm will be about AOOOo.
 When the accident occurred business was being transacted on the first floor as usual. Mrs. Jones was there for some paint and had evidently just completed her. pur- chase, for when her body and that of Sales man Berhardt, who had waited on her, were found, the man had s bill in his hand and the woman clutched her pocket book, demonstrating the fact that the col lapse came suddenly that neither had time to move.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
IMPROVED SERVICE

Via Southern Railway to Russellville Tus-
 cumbia, Sheffield and Florence. and All
 Points on the Northern Alabama Rail-
 way.
 Effective April 2, oSuthern railway train 35, will leave Birmingham at 1920 p. m., making close connection at Parrish, Ala. with the Northern Alabama railway for the above mentioned points also train 36, ar irving at Birmingham D. m. will make close connection from points on the North ern Alabama railway to Birmingham.
 For information call on any agent or ap- ply to c. E. Jackson, T. P. A., Birmng- ham, Ala. 4-6-tf
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
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Rothschild, Lep Loeb, Bert Jacobs, Lee Slaughter, Moxie Fies Abe Ullman, Henry Meyer, Ferd Marx, Morris Beck, Sol Ca heen, G. Y. Franlkel Baruch, Sol Dreyfus Sidney Hart. Nose Levy, Dave Rich Leo Rich, Montie Ullman, Otto Marx, Lee Stei- nau. Hugo Marx, Ike Dahlman, Edgar Ad- Ter, Joe Slaughter.
 The following invitation has been is- sued:
 Mrs. Edmond Taylor Taliaferro cordially invites you to attend a recital by the pupils of the music school, Saturday afternoon, April 14, at 4:3O o'clock, Pollock Stephens institute, 42S 10th street.
 Miss Marie Knibloe, the Boston whistler and impersonator, appeared last night be- fore the zetesian Literary society at the Birmingham Business college in a two-act sketch, entitled, How Some Divorces Are Made" Miss Knibloe is an intertainer of much ability, and made a decided hit.
 Mrs John J. Bradley will entertain the Twentieth Century club this afternoon.
 The chldren's ball of the Phoenix club, which will bring the season to close, will occur on Wednesday evening, April 1S.
 Miss Leroux, who has been visiting Mrs. her intention She will remain in Birming- ham several days yet
 ic ha hae yUi
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
4-3-30t
Mrs. Winsiow's Soothing Syrup

Has been used for over FIFTY YEARS by MILLIONS of MOTHERS for their CHILL DREN WHILE TEETHlNG. with PER FECT SUCCESS. It SOOTIIES tho CHILD SOFTENS the GUMS, ALLAYS all PAIN; CURE WIND COLO. and is the best rem edy for DIARRHOEA. Sold by druggists in every part of the world. Be sure and ask for Mrs. Winslows Soothing Syrup and take no other kind Twenty-Five cents . bottla
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
The Open Meeiinu.

The open meeting at the Women's club tomorrow afternoon will be in charge of the music department. A programme is be- ing arranged which will be varied and in- teresting. All the members of the club are cordially invited. The usual club tea will follow the musicale.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
Miss BaiIey's Benefit.

The sale of seats for Miss Susanetta Bailey's concert next Tuesday evening at the Jefferson theatre indicate crowded house. Parties from all the suburban towns will attend in large delegations. The B. R. & D. Co. has granted one fare for the round trip on the Bessemer and Ensley lines for those desiring to attend the con- cert.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
REDUCED RATES TO NEW YoRl

REDUCED RATES TO NEW YORK. For Meeting of General Society of the Daughters of the Revolution, April 23-27 1900
 A rate of one and one-third fare for the round trip on the certificate plan has been authorized via Central of Georgia railway and Ocean Steamship company to this meeting. and all who wish to attend should avail themselves of this delightful route with its elegant accommodations and unequalled service.
 For particulars in regard to certificate plan reservation in sleeper and steamer, etc., call on or address Solon Jacobs, Commercial Agent, 2o15 First Ave.
 4-6-to-4-H
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
ANNUAL SESSION

Imperial Council, Order of the Mystic Shrine, Washington, D. O., May 22-24, 1sO6 For this occasion the Southern Railway will sell tickets to Washington, D. o., and return at the low rate of one fare for the round trip. Tickets on sale May 20th, 21sts 22nd, with final limit May 29th. For fur ther information call on any agent of tho SouthernR Railway, or write
 c. B. JACKSON, T. P. A., 4-6-tor4-z2 Birmingham, Ala
The age-herald., 1900-04-13

All friends of James A. Downey are requested to meet at his headquarters, 2O18 Ia 2d avenue at 8 o'clock tonight. Lots of fun for all.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
ALLEN WILL BE FIRST GOVERNOR 55
 President Has Offered Finn the
 Post in Porto Rico. HE WILL CERTAINLY ACCEPT More Than Two Weeks Before Civil Government Goes Into Effect
 The Cabinet Not Com
 pleted Yet
HE WILL CERTAINLY ACCEPT

Washington, April 12.-Charles H. Allen, at present assistant secretary of the navy, will be the first civil governor of Porto Rico under the bill signed today by the pre- sident. This afternoon MT. Allen spent several hours with the president, when the formal tender of the post was made and his practical acceptance was given.
 Owing to the fact that little more than two weeks time intervenes before the civil government must go into operation, it was decided that it would not be practicable to complete the cabinet of the governor in that time. Therefore MT. Allen will go alone to San Juan at the earliest possible moment after Secretary Longs return to Washington, which should be on Saturday next.
 He will put himself in touch with General Davis, now military governor of the island, and spend short time in acquainting him self with the insular affairs. MT. Aliens observations are expected to assist ma- terially in the presidents selection of the new Porto Rican cabinet
 As soon as he shall have established him self and gained the knowledge he seeks, Governor Allen will return to the United States.
 Aliens Intentions
 AS to his intentions respecting the ad- ministration of the islands affairs, MT. Allen disclosed those during a short inter- view this afternoon in the course of which, after saying he regarded the offer as great compliment, he added
 My own inclination and my personal in- terests urge me to decline, but one should not always choose the easy way; there is patriotic duty sometimes to be per- formed. If I can arrange my affairs in such a way as to enable me to do so, I shall accept the position and I shall then be ready to start at once for this post of dtuy.
 My effort will be to administer the gov ernment provided by congress in such manner as to command and hold the con- fidence of the people. To help them so far as may, to realize the best there is in them and to assist them in the develop ment of the island along the lines which have made us such a prosperous nation.
 My deep regret is leaving the navy de- partment; my service there has been of the happiest sort, and the attachments there for me will always remain pleas ant memory"
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
pT,ANT SYSTEM.

Effective February 19, 1900, Pullman sleep ing car service was inaugurated between Savannah, Ga. and Montgomery Ala on the following schedule: Leave Savsreah, D. m: arrive Montgomery. S:10 m.; leave Montgomery, 7:45 p. m.; arrive Sa.an- nah, 10:30 a. m.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
Jeffries and McCoy Matched

New York, April 12.-Jim Jeffries and Kid Mccoy were matched today to meet in twenty -fve-round bout on July 30, before the club offering the largest purse
The age-herald., 1900-04-13

See the twelve months rep resented by beautifully cos tuned children at the Jeffer- son Theater Monday night.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13

"Good nature pays" You can be in good humor and good health if you take Hoods Sarsaparilla.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13

FhHTFR novelties. candy eggs, rabbits, chickens, etc. WARMERS.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13

ra1mn Tmc Largest and oldest RUEIH ALI D house in the south. Twenty years in business. Crayon Water Color. Pastel, Sepia-all kinds-from $1.00 up. Jobbers in frames, always in stock, Solar Prints and Art Material at low nrice. Agents should write at once for big inducements Enclose stamp for reply. Residence, Store and Studio, Parker Sta tion. Woodlawn. HELM PORTRAIT CO.,, F. o. Box 39, Birmingham Ala. 2-17-6m
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
Kenny's Beautiful Easter Picture

A rare work of art given away Saturday, April A. c. D. KENNY CO.,,
 4-13-2t 214 N. Twentieth Street.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13

Hunger is the best sauce." You will have a good appetite if you take Hoods Sarsaparilla.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13
Andrew Burgin is a dead sure winner.

Dallas for Coroner.
The age-herald., 1900-04-13

Seeds. Field and garden. J. H. Mccary Co.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-11-07

CONTINUED on second page.)
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-11-07
The Christian.

The pre- sentation of Hall Gaines famous
play, THE Christian" dramatized by
the author from his novel of the same
name, at Howe Opera House Thursday
evening was one OF the best things in the
dramatic line ever seen in St. Johnsbury
The play which during its career of three
years, has proven to be one OF the most
successful OF the day, is well known to all
who are familiar with the dongs OF the
dramatic world. The company present
ing 1t was one of the best. Among the
players were several of the original COM
pany which supported VIOLA Al,n as
Glory Quayle, and Edward Morgan as
John S,orm, three years ago. The lead
ing parts and in fact every part in the
production were sustained by actors o.
the first-class. Probably as a whole 1t
was the strongest company which ever
appeared at the Opera House with one or
two EXCEPTIONS Special scenery was
used throughout the p ece the scene in
the prologue being especially good. 1t
represented church and old castle on
the Isle of Mann, with the ocean and the
distant mai Hand in the background.
The audience was one of the largest and
most appreciative of the season, manv
being present from Lyndonville and
other places. 1t may be interesting to
the public to know that notwithstand.
ing the large audience and the fact that
the price of tickets was considerably
higher than usual, the production re-
suited in financial loss to the company
under whose management it was pre-
sented. Young's orchestra rendered a
very pleasing program during the even
ing. is to be hoped that during the
season we may have the opportunity of
seeing produced here other plays of the
same high order as The Christian.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-11-07
REPUBLICAN
LANDSLIDE,
Mckinley Elected by a
Larger Majority than
-Four Years Ago.

We go to press too early to give
detailed returns of yesterdays cleo
ton, but Mckinley will have about
200 votes in the electoral college.
He carried these states; California,
Connecticut by 10000 majority;
Delaware by 5 900; Illinois by about
100 600; Indiana around 10 600;
Iowa, so 600; Kansas by 1000;
Maine by $4,000; Maryland bv safe
majority; Massachusetts by 76 438;
Michigan by 65,0OO; Minnesota by
so, 900; New Hampshire by 80 900;
New Jersey BY 45, 900; New York by
over 100 900; Ohio by 10000; Ore
gon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island,
Vermont, Washington, West Vir.
ginia by $4,000; Wisconsin by
100000.
Later returns may give him Ken
lucky, Nebraska, North and South
Dakota, Idaho and Utah.
Bryan's majority in New York city
was around 5000, and in Chicago,
about 900, with 100 precincts to
hear from which may change the re-
suit.
The New England Telephone and
Telegraph company furnished free re-
turns at the Howe Opera House
through the evening and the YER
mont International Telegraph COM
pany furnished free returns there and
at Music H al.
The New York Times says McKin-
ley has carried 81 states with a total
of 284 electoral votes. The New
York World congratulated Mckinley
at midnight on his election. At 10
p. m. The New York Herald printed
landslide for Mckinley.
The Philadelphia Press says the
next house of Representatives will
have republican majority of 40.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-11-07
Views of st J0hnsbury.

F. A. Balch has published and has
on sale collection of views in St.
Johnsbury and vicinity. The volume
contains about 65 views of the
churches, public buildings, business
blocks and many residences, besides
a number OF views of the village, and
choice bits Of surrounding scenery.
All OF the views are new and were
made especially for this collection.
Manv Of the village scenes are entire
ly different from any that have been
published before. Among these
might be mentioned, the Old Pine
and Observatory Knob from High.
land avenue, and a view looking
north from Bovnton Hill. Among
the pictures which have never been
published in a collection of St. Johns
bury views, are the new school
building in Summerville, St. Aloysius
church and the St. Johnsbury Hos.
pital. There are several views which
while they are not tar away, some
how the man with the camera has
seldom reached them. Among these
are the old dam and water wheel O
the tannerv at St. Johnsbury Centre
and view of the tails on the Pas
sumpsic above the Centre. Alto
getner it is verv neat souvenir O
St. Johnsbury and Mr.. Balch is to b.
commended for his enterprise in pub
lisning so valuable a volume. TIL
views are all SKI in size and tn
book is bound in black cloth wit
the title in silver bronze. The boo
was printed at the CALIFORNIAN offic
office and deserves a wide sale. 1t
sold at one dollar both by Mr.. Bale
and at the Brooks.T Tyler store.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-11-07
ven. urout Good at Repartee.

The "Observant Citizen" in the
boston Post tells the following good
"neodote of Congressman Grout;
l saw Congressman W. W. Grout
.Il vermont on the street the other
sHdy' He had run down to the city
prom Montpelier, where he has been
l%atching the progress in the Legis-
eature OF some measures in which he
7 interested said to him: II sup
EP1Se E that the state is generally
spg'i PplgaSed with the selection of ex Gov.
D'llngham to succeed Mr.. Morrill,
4 the United States Senate" He
s..TTSltated s.T1 a moment and then replied:
mell' yes, perhaps so; but there are
bo' fo.ne' you know, who thought
bester tn selection might have been
naue." And then it flashed across
e; had forgotten that he, himself,
fao au oeen a candidate for the place at
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-11-07
c. E. Convention at LyndonviIIe.

The County Christian Endeavor Con
vention at Lyndonville Wednesday O
last week was one of great interest tc
the large number who attended. The
meetings were held in the Congrega
tlonal church. part of the morning
session was devoted to the report of the
secretary and treasurer, Miss Helen L.
Graves OF st Johnsbury Center, and re.
ports of committees. Folio wing this
Better Society Work was the subject
of an interesting discussion. Role Cob
leigh of St. ohnsbury spoke on Better
Participations in the Meetings. Mrs.
Ira M. Hunter Of East Burke on Bett, r
Lookout Committee Work, and Rev.
M. A. Farren of Lyndon on, Better Ex-
ecutive Committee Work. Rev. G. c.
Waterman spoke Interestingly on A Soul
Savers Outfit and ]. w. Sault spoke
briefly of Mission Glasses.
AT noon dinner was served at the
church.
At the afternoon session the exercises
began with praise service. This was
followed by business meeting, at which
reports OF committees were D, esented.
At 80 Rev. Edward M. Chapman, of
St. Johnsbury, delivered strong ad.
dress on Christian Endeavor Of Today
Successes and Failures. Following
this came several short and helpful ad-
dresses on the Beatitudes by Rev. DR..
Fairbanks, Rev. c. H. Merrill, Rev. G.
A. Downey, Rev. ]. c. Bodwell, Rev.
B. Parker and Rev. Stephen Aling of the
Episcopal church. resolution service
led by Prot. F. L Pugsley closed the
afternoon s, ssion. In the evening Rev.
Wi liam c. Clark of Hardwick spoke on
the Worlds c. E Convention, London
1900, and Rev. Mr. Root of Providence,
X. l.. spoke on Citizenship.
The following officers were elected
President, Rev M A, Farren, Lyndon; !;
1st vice pres, Rev. c.. D. R. Meacham,
PassumpSic; 2nd vice pres, Miss Ha lie
Parker Steffield; Secy and Treas, Miss
Helen L. Graves, St. Johnsbury Centre;
Chairman Press COM. Miss Josephine M .
Woods, st Johnsbury; Chairman Citizen
ship com, A. c. Cummings, St. Johns.
bury; Chairman missionary com, Mrs
Fred Preston, Danville; Supt. JUNIOR
dept, Miss Fannie M. Russell St. Johns
bury. The Lyndon society won The ban,
ner for attendance at conv nton, and
the North church Juuiors for largest con.
tribulions to missions.
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-11-07
NEW ADS. THIS WEEK.

Auction-W. E. Peck.
The Century Magazine.
Co.
Clothing-Moo & Jewett.
Bankruptcy Notice.. Nadeau.
Correct Things-H. A. Belknap.
Pages Projected Poultry Food.
Quo Vadis-Howe Opera House.
Headquarters-Br, oks-Ty1er Co.
Special Prices-Lougee & Smy the.
Good Discount-Mrs. E. M. Roberts.
Man and Woman Wanted-T. H. Lyster.
Capes and Garments-Mrs. A. NJ. Mcneil.
Presentation of Account-W. A. Bemis' Est.
Twentieth Century Coat-Steele, Taplin Co
St. Johnsbury Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1867-1919, 1900-11-07
The BrlghtIOOk Hospital.

The Rummage Sale for the benefit of
Brightook Hospital was a decided sue
cess, 1925 being the net proceeds of the
three days sale. An endless variety OF
articles were contributed by the many
townspeope, every one of which was sold
by Saturday night. Much credit should
be given the committee to whose ardu-
ouslabors is due the success of the sale. as
well as to those who so kindly and gen
erously contributed. By request of the
members of the committee we gladly pub
lish the following expression of thanks.
The committee in charge of the Rum
mage Sale wishes to express sincere
thanks to all those who assisted in any
way in making this enterprise success.
Many were most generous in their con
tributions, interest and support and the
ladies of the committee heartily appreci
ate their substantial aid. Mrs. George
H. Cross, Mrs Rebecca Fairbanks, Mrs.
c. E. Ayers, Mrs. Robert Mackinnon,
Mrs. Emore T. Ide, Mrs. Truman c.
Fletcher.