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The age-herald., 1901-09-20
BESSEMER
Memorial Exercises Held-McC CampbeII
 Wedding Brilliant Affair.

Bessemer, Sept. 19.-(Special )- Memorial services in honor of Presi- dent Mckinley were held at the First Methodist Church this morning at II o'clock. All denominations partici- pated in the services and the audience was so large that many were obliged to stand. The Rev. E. M. Craig of the Presbyterian Church presided, and in the chancel with him were the Rev. W. R. Ivey of the Baptist Church and Rev. George W. Read of the First Methodist Church. There was large choir, and among the hymns sung was President McKinley's favorite, ''Nearer, My God, To Thee" The ser vices opened with hymn, followed by a prayer by the Rev. W. R. Ivey. The Rev. MT. Craig made an address highly eulogistic of President Mckinley, and was followed by the Hon. James Trot- ter, MT. J. A Estes. MT. w. c. Mo Tyeire, the Rev. MT. Reed and the Rev. MT. Ivey. Each spoke of the use- fitness, goodness and beauty of MT. Mckfnley's life as President, states man, husband, friend and private citi- zen. Many present were deeply af- fected. The services were brought to a close by prayer and benediction by the Rev. MT. Read.
 Miss Lavalle Perry and Andrew Jackson McCampbell were married at the First Methodist Church last night in the presence of a large and fash ionable audience. Ever since the is- suance of the invitations deep interest has been felt in this happy event which unites one of the prettiest and most attractive young women of this city to prosperous young merchant of East Birmingham. Beautiful decora- tions, pretty girls and fine music com bined to make the marriage brilliant affair. The following composed the bridal party: Matron of honor, the
The age-herald., 1901-09-20

May Go to T. C., l. & R. R. Cow. A. Major, formerly purchasing agent for the Sloss-Shefiild Steel and Iron Company, will move to Birmingham during the next few weeks. It is ru- mored that he will be connected with the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad Company.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20
THE BIRMINGHAM SAW.
 INGS BANK

will be open on Saturdays from 6 to 8 D. m. for the re- ceipt of deposits. This is for the accommodation of the working people who are un- able to do their banking dur ing regular banking hours. 4 per cont. paid on savings deposits, and amounts of 8l and upwards may be receiv- cd. Location-l923 lst Ave.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20
MEMORIAL SERVICE
 HELD AT ENSLEY
Beautiful Tribute to the Na-
 tion's Martyred Chief
CHANGES AT STEEL PLANT
w. R. Palmer, Once Superintendent of the Mills, Will Visit EnsIey Soon. Announcement Causes Gossip.
 New Plants To Be Built.

Ensley, Sept. 19.-(Special.) .)-Union memorial services were held last night at the Baptist Church through respect to President Mckinley. An able ad- dress appropriate for the occasion was made by Dr. R. M. Cunningham. The eloquent speaker paid grand tribute to our nations dead chief executive. Other interesting addresses were made by Revs. J. W. Orr and J. l. Williams. Rev. J. w. Williams, pastor of the Bap- tist Church, had charge of the music. The church was we'll filled with a very sympathetic audience.
 A local lodge of the Fraternal Union of America was organized in this place this morning by President Laser The meeting was an open one, every one interested in the movement being in vited to attend.
 There is very persistent rumor oi several changes being made at the steel plant soon. They, however, could not be confirmed today, but it is expected by the public that there will be some changes in the management. The rumor probably arose from a let ter received few days sago from W. R. Palmer, who formerly had charge of the plant, stating that he would visit Ensley next month.
 It is stated on good authority that ,le Alabama Steel and Wire Company contemplates the erection of two addi- tional plants within the next sixty days. The work will be in the hands of the Messrs. Garrett-Cromwell En- gineering Company, of Cleveland, O., who were the constructing and con- sulting engineers during the erection of the present buildings. Wm. Gar rett, who is at the head of this con- cern, was in Ensley several days ago looking over the ground.
 Good progress is being made on the erection of the new public school building, which is expected to be ready for the opening of the city schools next month. The building Is being made of brick, and will be a very substantial one when completed.
 Despite the rainy weather recently the work of building the duplicate by- product plant of the Semet-Solvay Company has been carried on a very rapid rate. There are always more or less delays in building works of this magnitude, but unless some un- foreseen delay occurs the new plant will be put in operation before the first of the coming year.
 The Tennessee Coal, Iron and Rail- road Company has purchased an addi- tional battery of gas producers, which will be put in at an early date by the Wellman-Seaver Engineering Com pany of Cleveland, o. MT. J. O. Nes- bitt, former master mechanic for the steel works, who is now with this firm, will have charge of the erection of the new producers.
 c. A. Nolan, president of the Nolan Trading Company, returned today from short visit to his old home in Tracy City, Tenn.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20
kreioerbund Postpones Exercises.

San Antonio, Tex, September 19. - The Kreigerbund, which was to have held its opening session here today, postponed the exercises until tomorrow owing to the funeral of President Mckinley.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20
EAST LAKE.

East Lake. September 1s.-(Special) J. w. H. Bowen, superintendent of the pub lie schools, who has been i'll for some time, has recovered sufficiently to be able to visit his home at Florence.
 Mrs N. A. Barrett. wife of the May or. is confined to her room by illness. She has had a narrow escape from pneumo- mia. ,.s5
 Mrs Graham. wife of Judge E. M. Graham of Ruston, La. and Mrs. Laura Haslett of Fayetteville, are the guests of Mrs w. H. Coe at Eigth street and Underwood avenue.
 Mrs. Shelbourne, wife of Rev. J. M Shelburne, pastor of the Baptist church, who has been seriously III with typhoid fever is steadily improving.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20

Hawkins ReIeased.-Paul Hawkins, who was found not guilty of killing Tom Moore, is now at liberty. A plea of insanity was put in by the defend ant and the verdict. of the jury was, We, the jury, find the defendant not guilty by reason of insanity. J. B. Moore, foreman"
The age-herald., 1901-09-20

George Snedecor, son of Rev. J. G. Snedecor. pastor of the Presbyterian church, who has been i'll with fever Is improving nicely. When well enough. he will proceed to Auburn where he will attend the Polytechnic School
The age-herald., 1901-09-20

Miss Robena Mauchlin entertained her young friends on Tuesday night. The evening was passed very pleasantly with games and music. Refreshments were served. The following were present: Misses Hattie and lone Snedecor, Pauline Jones, Ellen Wood, Lola Sculley, Bessie Merrill, Madeline and Emma Kesmodel. and Messrs. Vesta Edmonson and Will liam Worthington
The age-herald., 1901-09-20

&3OOO- 7-room house and lot-1lth avenue south.
 Eborn C Jones.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20
THE CITY.

Marriage LicenstA.-Licenses to wed were issued yesterday to John W. Alexander and Miss Minnie Bradfield.
 Babe Brown Arrested. - Deputy Sheriff Gaddis has been sent to Nash vile to bring back Babe" alias Ben Brown, wanted here on charge of murdering Lawyer Brown, another ne- gro.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20

Cotton Committee Meets.-A meet ing of the cotton committee of local railroad men was held at the office of the Alabama Car Service Association yesterday at noon The object of the meeting was to c.scuss questions re- garding the movement of cotton this fall. The shipment of the staple Is be- ginning and the freight men are all at work for trade.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20
PRATT CITY PAYS
 FITTING TRIBUTE
Every Store in the Town Was Closed and Services Held
SPEECHES BY LEADING MEN
Procession Was Headed By a Hearse Over Which Waved the United States FIaq--Resolutions of
 Sympathy Adopted.

Pratt City. Sept. 19.-(Special) )- Every store in the city closed its doors at 2 D. m. today, and an immense throng of men, women and children gathered in front of the postoffice to pay in spirit the last sad tribute to the martyred President. The pro- cession was headed by hearse over which waved a United States flag. On eitheRside was a picture of the Presi- dent draped m mourning. The line of march was through the principal streets of the city, and terminated at the city hall, where the Rev. J. G. Johnson officiated at the funeral cere- mony. J. B. Aird read the Mayors proclamation, and in eloquent words gave a sketch of the Presidents life.
 Then came 8 splendid eulogy by Dr. R. M. Cunningham, in which MT. McKinley's life was reviewed as the President, the man, the friend, the tender, faithful and loving husband. The Southern Cornet Band played na- tional airs, and the school children, some hundred in number, to its ac- compartment, sang America"
 Resolution Adopted.
 The following resolutions were adopted by the assembly:
 Whereas, the Supreme Ruler of the Universe has seen fit to call from our midst our late President, Honorable William Mckinley; and.
 Whereas, first, we, the citizens of Pratt City, en mass assembled, real izing the great loss to our country, and being appalled, by the sudden as- sault of an assassin upon our beloved chief executive, whose every act was one of justice, whose every thought was the ideal of purity, and whose life was spotless and above reproach; and.
 Whereas, second, We are desirous of publicly acknowledging our sym pathy to the family of the deceased, and with expressing our burning con- tempt for the cowardly assassin and his dastardly deed; therefore, be it
 Resolved, That copy of these res olutions be mailed to the widow of the deceased at Canton, Ohio; that a copy -. sent to each of the local papers.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20

A local lodge of the Fraternal Union of America was organized in this place this morning by President Laser. The meeting was an open one, every one interested in the movement being in- vited to attend.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20

For a tonic-drink Lemp's Beer.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20

Carl White of the Blakeslee Manufac- turing Company is expected home to- night. MT. White has been in Buffalo visiting the Pan-American Exposition for some time, and has made several little side trips to Niagara Falls and other points
The age-herald., 1901-09-20
WOODLAWN

Woodlawn, September 1s.-(special.)- Miss Ella Wood. daughter of Felix Wood, is at Ensley visiting friends She ex- poets to remain there for several weeks
 Curtis DeArman, who has been visiting Anniston friends for several weeks, has returned home.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20

His Condition Serous.-Percy Bree- den, the negro boy who lives in Mont gomery, and was shot Monday night by some unknown person in Avenue B and Sixteenth street, is in serious condition at St. Vincent's Hospital. The ball entered his back just below the right shoulder and penetrated the right lung
The age-herald., 1901-09-20
Men Refused to Work.

A little difficulty was experienced at the car shops of the Birmingham Southern this morning, the men refus- ing to go to work because of pro posed change as to the foreman of the car shop. J. S. Kellum, who has for years occupie. that position and who Is a great favorite with the men, hav- ing been retired. J. N. Collins, 1t was understood, was to be placed in that office. A committee was appointed to confer with President J. G. Moore con- cerning the retirement of Mir. Kellum from the posluon.
 The miners of this district will hold an important meeting next Saturday at 9:., a. m. in the city hall. District officers will be nominated.
 MT. and Mrs. J. M. Donaldson have purchased the house formerly occu- pied by the family of E. R. Morris in Last Highlands, and will soon move into It.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20

Dave Moore caught-Dave Moore. wanted by the authorities of Jefferson County, has been apprehended at Au- TOTO, Etowah County, and an officer has been sent after the man, who is in jail at Gadsden, yesterday afternoon. Moore is wanted for wife murder. It is said he cut her throat with a razor.
The age-herald., 1901-09-20

Good progress is being made on the erection of the new public school building, which is expected to be ready for the opening of the city schools next month. The building Is being made of brick, and will be very substantial one when completed.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
THE REV. ". NJ. JEFFERIS
NOW PASTOR OF CALVARY

In Calvary p e. Church thi smorning
the solemn and impressive service of
instituting the Rev. William NJ. JEFF
ferris, ID. d., pastor of that church, was
conducted by Bishop leighton Cole
man. The bishop was assisted in the
institution by the following clergy
men:
Archdeacon George G. Han, the Rev,
II. Ashton Henry. the Rev. Kensey ],
Hammond. the Rev Martin B. Dunlap,
the Rev. #. M. Munson. OF New Castle;
the Rev. Wyllys Rede.D. DOT Stanton;
the Rev J S. Bunting. the Rev Frank
Weeden. Of Clayton; the Rev Hubert
w Wells, the Rev. Charles b. Dubell
and the Rev. William G. Ware.
During the service of institution Mr..
Ware delivered the opening prayer,
Mr.. Wells read the lessons, Mr.. Weeden
the creed and prayers and the sermon
was preached by the bishop.
The music for the occasion was fur
nished by a special choir consisting Of
William ]. Fisher. Miss Eva Heck
Mrs. Howard Pyle, Frank Mason. a. b.
Eastwood. the Rev Hubert w. Wells
Miss Laura Banks. Miss Mabel Rettew
r. w. Tadman and Mr. Grubb. Mis-:
Carrie Saring was the organist.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
PLAYED BALL WITH EDWARD
VII WHEN SOVEREIGN WAS BOZ
Special to The Evening Journal.

New Castle. Feb. 19.-Charies Meg
ginson. Levy Court commissioner Of
this district, has played ball with Ed
ward VII. the king Of England. an in
cident Of his early childhood which he
recalls to-day with much pleasure. It
was when Mr.. Megginson was about
"a years of age and a resident of Gam
ton. Yorkshire county, england, that
Charles and Dorsey Legarde, sons OF
the late Sir Thomas Legarde, took him
to meet the then young Prince OF
Wales. The son Of royalty. Mr.. Meg
ginson says. was the ordinary English
boy. and when he met him he was in
clined TO doubt that he was in the
company Of the child who was to be-
come Eng.and's king. The prince sug-
gested that the boys engage in a game
Of ball. the play being continued unttl
one OF the tutors of the child called
him hack to the castle from which he
had strayed for a play with the coun.
try boys Mr. Megginson says tn,
prince expressed himself as bein.
pleased with his romp with them. ang
while Mr.. Megginson himself felt fat
tered. he appreciates the situat.Ol
even greater to-day.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
Taxpayers in Open ReVOll
Against Council
SOLONS PLAYED THEM FALSELY
Agreed TO Make Alleged Illegal Con
tract in Order to Defeat Bill
Creating Improvements
special to The evening Journal.

New Castle. Feb. 19.-Htlgation in
volvlng CITY Council and the possible
Impeachment or its members Is threat
ened BY disc. .osures made before the
Legislative Committee on city and
Towns. which in Dover yesterday
heard a delegation Of citizens in sup
port of the bill allowing the people Of
the city to decide at the polls whether
they are in favor OF the city becoming
bonded for the purpose Of erecting an
electric light and water plant. The
specific charge against The Council is
that il is about 10 yoke the New Cas-
lie Water Works Company to the city
for FIVE more years by means of an az
legged Illegal contract, the execution of
which the citizens. almost 10 a unit,
are opposed Residents think that in
asmuch as the corporation has le-
ceived $4,000 of the city's funds. it has
got enough
That Council is about TO contract
again w,th the Water Works Company
Co supply the water for any period is a
sensation in itself the action having
been decided on at a private meeting
held IN the home OF James G.. Shaw,
the president of the company. That
members of Council should have so
far forgotten their obligations to the
taxpayers TO agree TO such a contract
in the home of Mr. Shaw has since
brought upon them the condemnation
of everybody here.
But not only are the City Fathers
being scored for their business impro-
nriety in this respect IL was they who
suggested the idea that the city own
an electric light plant. John j. Schu-
hardt. president of the body, called the
first public meeting at which the sub
iect was considered, and from that
time until yesterday it was the belief
OF the citizens that Council was in
fayor of the improvement. Why Its
members should have so deceived
their constituents is beyond under.
standing
or the contract which Council hal
sprung on the people OF the city mucl
can be said. Statements made yester
day by City Solicitor Cooper are tha
the document provides for the pay
ment of S1.140 annually to the waite
company fcr the thirty-eight FIRE plug
IN use, or $50 year Tor each plue
This payment to the company of waite
rent for more than eighteen plugs vii
be illegal, for when the company wa
organized IL agreed to keep On ropai
and to supply twenty plugs with waite
as long as the organization existed
This agreement was brought to ligh
yesterday and with 1t came the know
edge that for many years Council pal
tax on every plug in the city. a IA,
taxpayers were kept in ignorance of.
II at the next meeting of Council a
attempt is made by that body to ex'
cute such a contract and thereby sa,
die upon the people an unjust as We
as an Illegal tax. a restraining ord'
viii be prayed for and impeachmei
proceedings instituted against u
councilmen. The foremost residen
of the city will be the instigators
the action.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
COUNTY WOULD BIZ SAVED MUCH
J. Frank Ball FdyorS Measure Extends g
PoWrS Of Municipal COlrt

The bill now before the Legis ature
so extending the powers OF the Mu-
nicipal Court Of this city as TO allow it
to pass on all cases Of petty larceny.
gambling and carrying concealed
weapons. has an able friend in J..
Frank Ball. q former judge of the
court Mr.. BAN says he fathered a
similar measure several years ago. be-
lieying that to allow the city judge to
pass on the cases finally would save
the county several thOuasnd dollars
a year He Is OF the asme opinion now
and will lend his influence in support
of the bill It was introduced in the
House by Mr.. Robertson, of this city.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
PREPARING GROUND FOR STATION
Stable and Storehoase Being Torn Ava
From Bash Property

To make space for the proposed
new Philadelphia and Reading railroad
station. several old buildings of the
Bush plant are being torn away The
frame part of the Old coal, lime and
sand storeroom has been torn away
and the brick portion OF the old struc-
mre will DE used as a blacksmith shop
by the George W. Bush and Sons
Company.
The old building probably is a hum
drcd years old. Forty years ago it was
used by Benjamin Newlin as a stable;
following him was the firm OF Bright
q Kither; next was George W. Bright,
and he was followed by George ID.
slaymaker. who sold it to the George
w. Bush Company.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
COMPANY WANTS MORE TIME
Peoples Line Granted Three Months
More i'm Which 20 Regln Work

AZ this mornings meeting OF the
Street and Sewer Department a request
was received from Peoples Railway
Company asking that the time for the
completion and operation of its Sixth
street line be extended six months.
IL was decided to grant the company
three months.
III. A. Miller and w E. Smith & Co.
We're granted plumbers licenses.
The payroll Of labor for the week
amounting to S2S66. and the
pay-roll for carts of S46.3S We're allow
ed Collections for the week OF s3,-
5000 We're reported. Secretary Har-
vey J. Wiley reported the balance In
bank to be s93 923.62 Mr.. Wiley, who
has been sick for the past three weeks
resumed his duties to-day.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
NEW TRUSTEES TO BENAMED
Levy Court Also May Name Court
House Ohicers Tins Afternoon

Trustees of the Poor from pencader
ST. Georges, Appoquinimink and Bran
dywine hundreds may be elected by
the Levy Count this afternoon, the
terms of the present incumbmts hay-
ing expired. Whether rhe court will
elect a trustee to succeed James Nc
Vey, late of this city, is undetermined
al this thine.
This afternoon the court also may
elect two janitors and a fireman foi
the Court House The new fireman
will probably be William G.. Wright
of New Castle
This morning the court refused tg
lallow a $500 claim Of Former Coroner
Alfred d. Nandov2r's for car fare an,
help. Revision of the assessment oc
eupied the remainder OF the session.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
How's This ?

We offer One Hundred Dollars Reward
for any case of Catarrh that cannot be
cured bv Hairs Catarrh Cure.
r. ]. CHENEY a CO., Props Toledo, o.
We, the undersigned. have known II j.
Cheney for the last l5 years. and believe
him perfectly honorable in an business
transactions and financially able 10 carry
out any Obligatons made by their firm.
Toledo. o.
walding. Kinnan & Marvin. Wholesale
/ Druggists. Toledo. o.
Halls Catarrh Cure Is taken internally
/ acting directly upon the blood and mu
cous surfaces OF the system. Price 75c
per bottle. Sold by all Druggists. Tesu
/ monials free
Halls Family Pills are the best.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
CITY NEWS IN BRIEF

Directors and officers will be
elected at the annual meeting Of the
Mutual Loan Association. to be held
Tonight
Upon an order out of Orphans
Court, property of the late John w.
snitcher. in Christiana hundred, will
be sold this afternoon.
The steamer City OF Chester is un-
dergoing repairs in the yards OF the
Harlan and Hollingsworth Company.
Notwithstanding the great ice
blockade in the Delaware and Chris
tiana rivers, Bush's freight line is KEEP
running on schedule time.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
WATER PIPE BURSTED

And Lawyers in Hardness Building
Had to Wade
Occupants of the Hardness Building
had to wade through a one-inch pud-
die Of water before they reached their
afiices this morning. A water pipe ON
The third floor OF the building burst in
the night, the water flooded that floor
and forced its way through TO the csc
Ond story
Buckets caught the flowing water
until plumbers made the necessary re-
paiUs.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
Fonr Deaths From Pneumonia

Since February IA, four deaths from
pneumonia have been reported to the
Board OF Health as follows. Edward
Boyle, aged 20 years. No. 1O5 Claymunt
street. February IS, Jacob Oswald, g.
No 500 Brown street: February "a,
Laura @. Trusty, colored. IL. of No
2l7 Walnut street; February is. He's
ter Thomas, 80, Garasche's lane.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
FIshermen want Postal service

Pennsgrove, Feb. 19.-Considerable
complaint is heard over the rumor
that there is a probability OF the dis
continuance Of the pOstoffice at Caviar,
the headquarters Of the shad and stur-
geon fishermen down the bay. The
fishermen have enjoyed the postal SER
vice for several years during the fish
ing season. and claim that to discOn-
unue the service would be a great In
convenience to them.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
Wnfer Wltch Ilnses mi

While responding to an alarm Of fire
last evening a hall which is used in
throwing the engine off its springs was
lost by the Water Witch Company.
Anyone finding the lost ball will kind
ly notify the fire company and II will
be sent for
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
PREVENT THE GRIP
-axative Bromo-Quinine removes the
,ause.

$500 First Glass, $3.50. Second Glass
TO Pittsburg, via Baltimore & Ohio
II. X.
Tickets at the above rates are sold
from Wilmington, good only on Pitts
burg Limited Express. leaving Delaware
avenue station daily at 1916 p. m.
Through sleepers from Wilmington TO
Pttsburg. Train arrives Pittsburg
S.55 a. m.
Evening journal., 1901-02-19
BAby nied OF Pneumonia

Spoclal % the EVenlng journal.
New Caste Feb. 1.-THE body Of
Edward Lynus, the S-months-old child
Of Mr. and Mrs I.ynus, was inferred in
st. Peters Cemaiefy yesterday. after
service by the Rev. Father Brady. The
child died Of pneumonia.