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The age-herald., 1900-01-20
SUPPLEMENTAL DECREE
 IN CHANCERY CAUSE
Rehearing Granted Woodlawn Cemetery Company and Petition for Receiver
 Denied-News of the Courts.

In the chancery court yesterday Chan cellor Carmichael issued supplemental degree in the cause of J. A. VanHoose and others vs. the Woodlawn Cemetery com pany ct al, granting a rehearing and de- nying the petition for the appointment of a receiver for the said cemetery company on its personal property.
 Some weeks ago the petition was heard and allowed and a receiver was duly ap- pointed. In the circuit count Mrs. Mary Crawley Michen entered suit against the Birmingham Railway and Electric com pany for 5000 as damages for injuries all legged to have been sustained in a colIis- ion that occurred on the Ensley division on the 10th inst.
 In the circuit court Nat Trauman, alias Nat Joe, entered suit against the Southern Railway company for 5000 for alleged personal injuries
 A number of suits for smaller amounts against different individuals and corpora tions were also filed.
 In both the city and circuit courts cases are on trial.
 Bill Pegram, who was acquitted on the charge of murder in connection with the Ishkooda killing, and against whom an- other indictment Is pending, was recog- nized by Judge Greene
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
VISITING PRIEST
Father Cronin of Rhode Island Here
 Nine New Priests for Alabama

The Rev. Father Cronin, of Newport, R. l., arrived in Birmingham last night, and is the guest of the Rev. Father O'Reilly at St. Pauls presbytery at Third avenue and TWenty-second street. It is antici- pated that Father Cronin, a priest es- teemed to be very eloquent and very learned, will be the celebrant at late mass at St. Paul's, 10:30 o'clock, tomorrow morning and will preach the sermon.
 It is further given out by Catholic au- thoraty that Rev. Father McCafferty has been transferred from the church at Tus- caloosa to the church of St. Michaeps at Pensacola, which is decidedly a promo tion for Father McCafferty.
 It is still further understood that per- haps two additional assistants will be given to Father O'Reilly, the pastor of St. PauPs. The priests house at St. Pauls is on the point of being materially enlarged for increased accommodation of priests.
 The Rev. Father Kennedy will probably transfer his residence to Ensley, where a capacious church is being planned, but his departure from Birmingham, which will be regretted, will not interfere with the administration of that church in Birming- ham. It is authorized also to state that the Rt Rev. Bishop Allen, of the diocese of Alabama, has recently assigned nine priests to pastorates in Alabama.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
LOCAL OFFICE
Opened by George Lum, State Agent for
 Atlas Engine Company

George 70. Lum, state agent for the Att las Engine company, of Indianapolis, Ind, has opened an office in this city at No. IF Twentieth street. MT. Lum has been as- sociatel with the Atlas company for over twenty years, with headquarters at Mont gomery. HIe is one of the most popular machinery salesmen in Alabama. Dan H. Smith, formerly of Smith Bros.' gin works, of Avondale, will be associated with MT. Lum, and will be in charge of the Montgomery office. Birmingham has be- come the commercial center of the state, and MT. Lum, ever alert to bhe interests of his company, decided to open an office here.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
CONNECTS LEASED
  ON THE OLD TERMS
Error Discovered in the Contract
 Recently Entered Into.
TWO WORDS WERE LEFT OUT
Materially Affected County's Revenue on Short Term Men-Conference With Sloss-Sheffield Go. Off
 cials -Amicably Adjusted

An error or misunderstanding which was discovered in the contract recently entered into between the board of revenue and the Sloss-Shef1ield company for the hire Of the county convicts and has been corrected and the matter amicably ad- justed.
 The contract with the company recently entered into was supposed to be the same basis as the expiring contract, with the exception that the price to be paid for misdemeanors was s57O instead of $4.5O. but it was discovered that the words "and cost" had been left out, making a material differ ence.
 The error was brought to the attention of the board and steps were at once taken to have the matter rectified The Sloss-Shef- field company was notified and yesterday Secretary Mcqueen and Attorney Campbell, representing the company, held a confer- ence with the board and agreed to abrogate the new contract and to renew last year s contract verba tim. This proposition was accepted and the new contract drawn up and signed.
 The cost in misdemeanor cases is usually the largest item. The sentence is frequent ly only ten days and cost but the convict must sometimes serve several months to pay the cost. The term for cost can be as long as ten months If the cost is as much as sSO and the prisoner is sentenced to ten days and cost he would have to serve just ten months and ten days. Under the pres ent contract the county would not pay for such a convict though he would have to work out his full time, unless the cost was remtted. The cost in nearly all cases ex- ceeds sixty days and under the old con- tract, as cost was included, the county re- ceived pay for the convict while the cost was being worked out
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
THE HIGHLAND LOOP
Avondale Line Will be Connected With
 Old Lakeview Route

The Birmingham Railway and Electric company will put in the connections be- tween the Avondale and the Highland ave- nue lines in day or two, and will soon thereafter put electric cars on the High land loop.
 This much the company officials have decided upon, although they have come to no conclusion with reference to the question of reimbursing the city for street improvements along tine Highland avenue line. The question at issue between the city and the company will be taken up by the executive committee of the company in a day or two and finally disposed of.
 In the meantime the company has au- thority from the city to make temporary connections, and this they will do at once.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
LEES BIRTHDAY
Day Appropriately Observed in Macon
 and Savannah

Macon, Ga, January 19.-The birthday of General Robert E. Lee was generally ob- served here today The schools were closed early and appropriate exercises were held at the Gresham high school. At night the Daughters of Confectionery celebrated at the academy of music. The local mili- tary companies and camps of Confederate veterans and Sons of Veterans attended as bodies. The oration was delivered by Rev. IL 0. Judd.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
EXCITING GAME
 OF BASKET BALL Contest Between "B' and "C" Teams at Athletic Club. B" WON BY SCORE 17 TO 9 Players Showed Much Improvement Beldens Good Work for Win ersl
 Line Up and Standing-Nex
 Game Friday Night
B" WON BY SCORE 17 TO 9

The game of basket ball at the Athletic club last night between teams "B' and "C' was the most exciting yet played this sea- son. On the result of this game depended the standing for the next two weeks of the teams, and each went out for a victory. "B' played the better ball, and won by the decisive score of II to 9.
 In at least one respect the players show ed market improvement last night, and that was in the matter of fouls. Not more than half dozen foul plays were observed by the umpires during the whole game.
 Of "B" teams's seventeen points four teen were made by Belden, partly by his own good playing and partly through the carelessness of his guard. Dean made the other three points. Nance, Jones and Bat ton each made two and Redd three points for "C' team.
 The line up of the teams was as follows
 .Au Position "C'' Belden center Jones Dean (captain) IT, forward (captain) Redd Stollenwerck l. forward Donelson Warren IT, guard Nance Norman l. guard Edwards
 Four games havebee played so far this season. The standing of the teams, includ- ing last nights game, is as follows: Team. Games Played. Won. Lost P. C..
 A...... 2 2 1000
 B...... 3oo
 C.. 2 900
 Between the halves very interesting ex- hibition of bar work was given by Pro- lessor Miles, Ferguson, Spencer and Mor- iris.
 Dancing followed the game.
 Next Friday night "A' and "B" teams will play their second game.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
At the Auditorium

"Camile" was the offering of the Rob- son company at the Auditorium last night and a fair audience witnessed the presen- tation. Miss Mollie Nelson in the title role was more than equal to the task, and proved herself an artist. Her interpreta- tion of the character is novel, and has won for her high praise.
 The company will present The Inventor at matinee this afternoon, and the engage ment will be brought to close tonight with "Davy Crockett as the bill. The company is good one, and will no doubt be greeted by good audiences today and tonight.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
At Savannah

Savannah, Ga., January 19.-Lees birth day was observed as holiday in the city of Savannah, by banks, cotton exchange, bord of trade and the militia. The flag was at half mast on the city hall and the doors of the banks were closed to, business. Despite the downpour of rain the local troops paraded through the prinicapl streets and each command turned out nearly its full strength. There were special exercises in the nliblic schools.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
ENCOURAGING LETTERS
Regarding Meeting to Organize South
 ern Base Ball League

The local baseball associat tion has re- ceived some very encouraging letters in the past two. or three days from other cities with regard to the formation of the Southern league. Information comes that at least half dozen cities will have rep resentatives here on the 18th inst, the date fixed for the league meeting.s
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
CLARKE COUNTY
 WILL ACT TODAY Close of an.lnteresting Struggle Between Contending Forces M0RGAN'S FRIENDS HOPEFUL The Senator Will Fill Several Engage meat; Next Week-The Question
 ofCandidate for State Sem
 ate Is Still Unsettled.
MORGAN'S FRIENDS HOPEFUL

The Clarke county democratic primary will be held today, and with the close of the day will end a very interesting struggle between the Johnston and the Morgan forces that has in progress there for the past week.
 Ten days ago the county was not consid- cred as even doubtful, but with the advent Of Captain Frank S. White and other Nor gan speakers the situation underwent a considerable change Clarke had been placed among the certain Johnston coun- ties and but little effort was made in behalf of Senator Morgan until the arriva of Cap tain White in the county.
 At Morgan headquarters yesterday there was an air of hopeful expectancy as to Clarke. The Morgan campaign managers, while not claiming it, are hopeful. but say that should Clarke or in fact all four of the counties soon to act, go against them, it will not affect their campaign except to double their efforts. and they are very cer- tain that the result will be Senator Nor gan's reelection.
 Contest in Crenshaw
 The contest in Crenshaw seems to be be- tween Governor Johnston and General Oates, both of those gentlemen having made several speeches in that county with in the past two weeks. While the Morgan campaign managers do not admit that the county will not be canvassed in the inter- est of the senator, still the indications point In that direction No Morgan speakers have been assigned to the county and so far as given out no organized effort is being made m the county for Senator Morgan.
 Senator Morgan will arrive in Alabama tomorrow and go directly to Marengo county, where he has appointments for two speeches next week. His first appointment Is at Linden, where he will speak on Mon day, the 22d. and on the 23d he will speak at Sweetwater.
 The following appointments for next week have been made for the senator:
 Monday. January p, at Linden. Marengo county.
 Tuesday, January 2S at Sweetwater, Ma rengo county.
 Wednesday, January 24, at Pine Hill, Will cox, county.
 Thursday, January 25, at Mobile.
 Saturday, January 27, at Eufaula, at noon.
 Jefferson County
 The question of candidates for state sen- ator from Jefferson county is still unsettled. The names of Hugh Morrow, A. D. Smith and R. H. Pearson have all been prominent ly mentioned in that connection, the former to make the race onthe Morgan ticket and one of the other two the Johnston ticket.
 Professor Smith stated to an Age-Herald reporter yesterday that he was not a can didate and that he would not be. Colonel Pearson has also stated that he was not candidate.
 A Morgan campaign committee from Jef- ferson county will be organized today. A meeting for that purpose will be held in the count house at noon.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
The Mabara Minstre,s

The humor of the American negro is in- fectious, and who can depict tine charac- teristics of this happy race better than the genuine darky from tine sunny south? With the Mahara minstrels which appear
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
IN OLDEN TIMES

People overlooked the importance of per- manently beneficial effects and were satis- fled with transient action; but now that it is generally known that Syrup of Figs will permanently overcome habitual constipa- tion, well-informed people will not buy other laxatives, which act for time, but finally injure the system Buy the genuine. made by the California Fig Syrup Co.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
THE WEATHER

at the Auditorium Tuesday, January 2S, you get the genuine article. Not the painted and made-up negro, but the natu- ral born comedian and dancer. The Ma hara show carries fifty people and a big band of twenty solo musicians It is the best and biggest colored organization in the land, and has more bright stars than all the others combined. The best cake walk possible to present is a feature of the show. Not the usual cake walk intro duced by farce-comedy companies and so- called minstrels, but a real novelty and surprise by twenty handsomely attired ladies and gentlemen. There Will be a grand street parade at noon, and con- cert introducing Jennie Golf, the only colored lady trombone soloist in the world.
 Primrose and Dockstadter MinstreIs
 The union of the two clever artists, George Primrose and Lew Dockstader, has resulted in the formation of a splendid min strel company, and will be seen here on next Wednesday at OBrien's opera house. It is said that there are several distinct departures from the minstrel style as gen. orally seen. To begin with the list of high class performers is a long one, and em- braces great many particularly bright lights. In the first part, when the curtain goes up, the stage setting will be seen to be of very pretentious nature and, in- stead of the company being seated, as is usual, only the scenic environments will be discovered, but, as the two grat military bands under the leadership of Carl Carle- ton starts stirring melody the whole com pany will come upon the stage and take its place. The end men are George Prim- rose, ~11ew Dockstader, Lew Sully, Larry Dooey and James Tenbrook. The vocai- ists are Charles Kent, Manuel Romainr, Harry Earnest, John Perry, Edward Han sen, B. S. Carnes, George T. Martin and Charles D. Wilson. As a whole, the Prim- rose and Dockstader ministrels will be one of the most imposing and entertaining com panies to visit this city. Costuming and scenic embellishments are said to be on k magnificent ordar. The entertainments are said to be on magnificent order. The entertainment will be given in black face The reputation of this company is so wide ly known that 1t invariably plays to stand ing room only.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20

James A. Downey Is candidate for sher- if of Jefferson county, subject to the &C., ton of the democratic party.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
FOR SHERIFF.

George W. Sherlng is a candidate for Sheriff of Jefferson county, subject to the action of the democratic party.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
FOR TAX ASSESSOR

J. F, Mclaughlin is a candidate for re- election to the office of Tax Assessor of Jefferson county, subject tothe action of the Democratic party.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
BOARD OF REVENUE

Henry Simpson, of Morris, Is a candidate for member of board of revenue, subject to the action of the democratic primary.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20

D. L. Higdon is a candidate for sheriff of Jefferson county, subject to tho action of the democratic party.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
COUNTY TREASURER

Henry B. Gray is a candidate for Treas- urer of Jefferson county subject to the ac- ton of the democratic party.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20

Andrew ". Burgin, candidate for sheriff of Jefferson county. subject to action of democratic party.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20

H. c. Miller Is a candidate for treasurer of Jefferson county subject to the action of the Democratic party.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20

A. F. Cleveland, general agent of the Chicago and Northwestern, at Atlanta, was in the city yesterday.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20

R. IL. Crouch, of Gadsden, representing the National Lead company, of Cincinnati, was in the city yesterday.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20

Hon. John H. Wallace, of Huntsville was in Birmingham yesterday on his way home from Clarke county, where he made three or four speeches the early part of the week.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20

Former Congressman Thomas s. Pfow- man, of Talladega, is in the city.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20

Advertise in the Age-Herald.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20

Green Turtle Soup at Gelders..
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
PERSONAL.

R. M. Ellis, passenger agent of the Ala bama Great Southern, is in Mobile.
 Arnold Borglum, travelling passenger agent of the Union Pacific at St. Louis, is in the city. 4a
 Col. Robert C.. Jelks, of New Orleans, spent yesterday in Birmingham.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
For Beenfy, Speed and DarabiIi.
 ify 1t Cannot be ExceHed.

Get chance on the elegant Trap we are giving away, ticket with each S1. % CASH purchase.
The age-herald., 1900-01-20
MAYBERRY HARDWARE co.
 1821-23 FlRsT AvENug.

Hardware, Stoves, Sporting Goods, Bug gies, Harness, Wagons, Sash, Doors, Blinds, Glass, Mantels, Paints, Lime, Cement, Sewer Pipe, etc,
The age-herald., 1900-10-19
DIDN'T HAVE CASH
 BUT BRASS KNUCKS Interesting Sequel to Exciting
 Tramp Story. GUESTS NOT UNGRATEFUL As Telegraph Operator at Boyles Dis covered, But They Are Held on
 New Charge-Tramps Fined
 Five Dollars and Costs
GUESTS NOT UNGRATEFUL

A sequel to the Boyles Gap affair as de- scribed in The Age Herald yesterday was enacted in the Police Court yesterday morning.
 When the officers left Boyles Wednesday night with four tramps, two young men, who were on their way to their homes in Athens, but not having enough money to buy ticket, had walked as far as Boyles to save money, and spent the night with the operator at his request, he having told them that he had had some trouble with tramos.
 Yesterday morning the police received a telegram from the operator to arrest two white men wearing dark suits and small gray felt hats, stating that the men had robbed him of $15.
 Officers Cole and Brown discovered the men on South Twentieth street, between Avenues C and D. and they were placed under arrest. They gave their names as J. c. Carter and Emmett Weatherford, both of Athens, Ala.
 After the men were arrested the opera tor telegraphed that he had found the $l5 The case against them for larceny was therefore dismissed, but as brass knucks "SiS louiu Oii iiitHi NHeH diISSlSu they were held on charge of violating section 602 of the city code, which prohibits the carrying of concealed weapons.
 The four tramps who were arrested Wednesday night were each fined s and costs in the police court yesterday. The men gave their names F. P. Lang, Will liam H. Hale, A. McCray and Herman Hall
 Unhappy Stepchld
 Lucien Broemsteller was brought to Chief of Police Austin yesterday by his step mother, Georgia Biensteller, who claimed that the boy had become unmanageable She wanted him whipped or disposed of in some way that he would not bother her any longer. The boy is F years old and does not look like vicous child. The chief took him before Judge Feagin who sent him to the Boys Industrial School at East Lake, The boy was glad to go, and his step mother to have him go.
 Chief of Police Austin received the fol- lowing telegram yesterday from Georgia offering a reward for the arrest of the murderer of J. N. Clarke at Ensley:
 "I offer $100 reward in addition to MT. Divers reward and telegraphed MT. J. W. Smart Ensey Monday. Answer, my expense J. w. Clarke
 No trace of the whereabouts of Mrs Harriet McGlone has yet been discovered. The police are still on the lookout for her
The age-herald., 1900-10-19
FIGHT IS ON
Between Cotton Mill Owners and the
 Textile Union

Greensboro, N. C., October 1S.-The cotton mill trouble in Almance County has reached an acute stage. Hundreds of men, women and children are idle as the result of mo- tices posted by the mill owners some days ago notifying all operatives who would not withdraw from the Textile Union to con- slider themselves discharged after the 18th.
 Very few, if any, of the operatives aban- doned the union. As the mill remained firm, a number of mills in the county are either idle or running with greatly reduced forces.
 Instead of crppling the union the order of the mill owners seems to have had the effect of strengthening it, numbers of new members having been received since the mo- tices were posted.
 Both the operatives and their late employ CTS are firm and determined to carry their points. So far no disorder has been re- ported.
 If the difficulty is not soon adjusted or employment secured elsewhere many of the operatives will suffer for the necessities of life. A majority of them are with practi- cally no means. The Textile Union is taking steps to provide shelter and food for the needy.
The age-herald., 1900-10-19
ANOTHER DEATH
 Is MYSTERIOUS The Dead Man Had a Bank Book Showing Credit of
 Nearly $1O0O

Coroner W. B. Paris is engaged inyesti- gating the death of Tom Jordine, a colored man, who was found dead at a house in Alley F, near Eighteenth street. The only other persons living in the house Were Cal lie Mathis and her husband. Jordine had been dead three days before his death was reported The neXt-door neighbors knew nothing of it, and the people in the house did not report it to either the coroner or to Jordine's children. These latter lived with a man named A Williamson of New Castle.
 Jordine was known to have money. A bank book found among his effects, which are in the possession of the coroner, showed that he had to his credit in a Mississippi bank $S22 90
The age-herald., 1900-10-19
Nat Goodwin

The announcement is made that Mir N. C. Goodwin and Miss Maxim Elliott will be the attraction at the Jefferson Theatre next Wednesday night. It is announced that the company supporting them is the best that they have ever had The play to be produced upon this occasion will be When We Were Twenty-one." In this play MT. Goodwin is claimed to have the greatest success he has ever made. This is saying a great deal, as his artistic sue cess has been scarcely second to that of any actor now the stage. "When We Were Twenty-one' was produced last sea- son at the Knckerbocker Thea tre in New York City, and created profound sensa- ton. Already several theatre parties have been organized and the attendance prom ises to fully test the capacity of the Jeff ferson Theatre. Sale of seats will com mence on Monday morning.
The age-herald., 1900-10-19
ADJUSTMENTS.

"Too Rich to Wed" was presented a the Auditorium to a fair sized audience last night. Some very interesting situations de- veloped during the play. The comp@ry was fairly good and some of the acting was credltaple. There were several essays at comedy and on a few occasions the audi ence really seemed to enjoy them and en- couraged the actors and actresses to fur ther efforts in that direction. The same company will be at the Auditorium for two performances today, at matinee and night.