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The age-herald., 1901-12-28
PROGRESS MADE
 BY CONFERENCE
Pan-Americans in Favor of the
 0Iympian Games
0 MMITTEE IS NAMED
Win Reside at Washington, and It's Purpose Is to Push Pan-Ameriean Railroad Project-Promlnent
 Men Are Selected.

Mexico City, December B. - The Pan- American conference at it's session today made good progress It approved a recommendation to the several govern ments of America on behalf of Chicago 8 Olympian games as well as the reports of the committees on resources and sta- tistics and on commerce and reciprocity. The form of the latter was altered some- what. giving it's contents the form of a resolution rather than mere recommen- dation. A new clause was added at the suggestion of Pablo Macedo of Mexico, whereby the various governments will, within six months after the adjournment of the conference, send their notifications of the commerce and reciprocity resolu- tions to the Bureau of American Repub- lies if they desire to adhere thereto.
 President Ralgosa announced the fol- lowing appointments made by him for a committee to reside at Washington. and to interest itself in pushing the Pan- American railroad project: Senator H. c. Davis, Manuel De Aspirez. Mexican ann bassador. Andrew Carnegie, Manuel AL varez Calderon, Peruvian minister and Antonio Lazo Arriaga, Minister of Guat- emala.
 Tomorrow the Pan-American delegates and their families will make an excursion to view the valley drainage works. They will be banquetted at the works.
 The Archbishop of Mexico invited the United States delegates to attend a re- ligious function at the Bascila of the Virgin of Guada1oupe next Sunday morn ing. Senator Davis accepted the invita- ton with the understanding that the American delegates would attend in purely personal and unofficial capacity. All the other delegates will also attend. This action of the delegates from the United States has pleased the clerical press
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
UNION PACIFIC
 EARNS STATEHOOD
STEPS WILL BE TAKEN TO GUARD THE INTERESTS OF THE ROAD AGAINST COMBINATION.

New York, December 27.-The financial statement of the Union Pacific shows that the gross receipts for the year end ing June 30, 1901, were s44, 1S1; expenses s24. LIST. 145 and total net income $22, 2,172,00l. The gross receipts showed an increase of $4S9O. 4s3 or 11.21 per cent, and the oper- ating expenses an increase of $S14O,9S0, or 1555 per cent. The surplus was $5,17S.175 to which must be added s7s1,OSO earned in dividends between April 1 and June 30 by the Northern Pacific stock held by the company.
 The statement of the Southern Pacific shows that the gross revenue was $77,- 224, s9s Rentals, betterments, sinking fund and discounts absorbed S24, COS, ,S67, leaving a surplus of $3, 45656O.
 As to the requirement of control of the Southern and Northern Pacific the report says:
 Developments in connection with the constantly increasing traffic of the north west and of the states of the Pacific slope, and the vital importance of secur- ing for the Union Pacific system due proportion of the tonnage and It's rev enue tributary to its lines, rendered 1t essential in the agreement of the board of directors that steps should be taken to maintain and protect the position of the system and to safeguard its future against combinations of other lines In furtherance of this policy, and for the purpose of developing and extending the business of the system and opening new channels of interchange, the directors deem 1t necessary to acquire S75,0O0,0O0 par value of the capital stock of the Southern Pacific Company and $7S,0o000O par value of the stock of the Northern Pacific Railroad Company"
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
GUARDSMEN DRILL
 ON CHRISTMAS EVE
INTERESTING COMPETITIVE AZ. FAIR AT TALLADEGA IN WHICH
 THREE COMPANIES PARTlCl- PATED-HIGDoN AND OTHERS.

Col D. L. Higdon, Capt. H. B. Kennedy and Quartermaster Walter Gardner at tended the competitive drill between the Talladega, Anniston and Oxford com panies at Talladega Christmas night.
 They report a most enjoyable time, be- ing banquetted and entertained In a royal manner.
 The following companies participated;
 Talladega Rifles, B. H. Burr, captain, in command.
 Oxford Rifles, A. Harrison, captain, in command.
 Anniston Rifles, J. H. Daniel, captain. in command. lii
 Captain Kennedy of the coloners staff and Maj. H. H. Mcconnell, commanding the Second Battalion, were the judges. Capt. Walter Gardner, regimental quar- termaster, gave the commands.
 The prize medal was won by Sergeant William Glover of the Talladega Com- pany. The following took part In the drill:
 Talladega. Company L-Sergeants Glo- yer, Lewis, Stockdale and Striplin.
 Anniston, Cocpany D-Sergeants Nell son Bell, Noble Bell. Edmondson, Pri- vate Crook.
 Oxford, Company I.-Corporals Haz- gard Smith, Aderhold, Roberts.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
STORM IS RAGING.
What Is Known In California as a
 Santa Ana"

Los Angeles December FLA wins storm of unusual force and destructive ness has ragged today all over the south ern part of California. The storm Is what Is locally Known as & Santa Ana" and carried with it fine dust from the desert to the east that filled the air and obscur- ed the vision at distances more than a few hundred yards. Reports from sur rounding towns report much damage wrought by the wind to oragnes and some damage to small buildings Railway traf- fic is delayed and in some instances en- tirely oustructed.
 The sand was so thick and blInding on the streets of Santa Ana that triffic was practically suspended all day, only those having urgent business venturing out.
 The orange crop about Santa Ana has been practically blown away
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
JEFFRIEs ANXIOUS.
Manager Trying to Get Another Match
 With Bob Fitzsimmons.

Chicago, December 27-Billy Delaney, manager of Champion J. J. Jeffries, who arrived here today on his way to New York, said:
 My visit to New York Is solely for the purpose of signing some good man to fight Jeffries. Every possible induce ment will be offered Fitzsimmons to draw him into another match with Jeffries
 'I have made arrangements to hold a sort of reception In New York next Mon day afternoon between the hours of and o'clock. All of the leading heavy weights or their representatives will be requested to attend and make bids for a fight with Jeffries.
 Madden will have to look elsewhere for a match on behalf of Denver Ed Martin. While Jeffries does not draw the color line strictly, yet he refused to box a negro for the championship.
 Whoever Jeffries may be matched with the contest will undoubtedly take place at Frisco. It is the only locality where big fight can be brought off in abso- luto Safety."
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
STREET DEMONSTRATIONS.
Police of Buenos Ayres Called Out to
 Prevent Outbreak.

Luenos Ayres, December 27.-(via Gal veston) )-Street demonstrations yester- day evening which were suppressed by the police gave rise to rumors of revo- lutionary movement which had no foun- dation in fact Certain streets of Buenos Ayres are occupied tonight by a force of policemen who will prevent further manifestations.
 Dr. Alcorta, when questioned this even ing by the correspondent of the Asso- ciated Press on the incident arising from the alleged changing of a word in the protocol by the Chilian minister of foreign affairs, Senor Yanez, replied that he attached no importance to this matter and that he believed everything between the two countries would be satisfactorily arranged tomorrow.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
COMMERCIAL INDUSTRIES.
Business College Teachers Holding a Convention in St. Louis.

St. Louis, December N.-Teachers from the principal business colleges of the United States are here attending the sixth annual convention of commercial instructors.
 Tonight the principal speaker was Chas. c. Dawes, former comptroller of the cur rency, who spoke on Banks of the United States and Their Functions in the Country" He intimated that the fight of the next Presidential campaign would be on the question of ''asset currency" as strongly recommended by Secretary of the Treasury Gage.
 There Is no necessity for asset cur iency," declared Mir Dawes "and I have no patience with those who, by such measures. would undermine the financial stability of our country"
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
Will See the Missouri Launched.

Washington, December N.-Members oi the Presidents cabinet, with their families and several bureau chiefs of the Navy Department, guests of the Newport News Ship Building and Dry Dock Company. left here for Newport News, Va, tonight to attend the launch ing of the battleship Missouri at Il o'clock tomorrow morning. A large number of Senators, members of the House and others, including Senator F. M. Coclsrell of Missouri and his daughter, Miss Mar ion Cockrell, who is to act as sponsor at the launching. sailed for Newport News tonight and will arrive there early in the morning
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
Warrants Sworn Out,
CANNING FACTORY.
Western Man Will Locate Here If
 Vegetables Are Plentiful.

A canning factory for Birmingham Is now being discussed
 A Western man with the necessary cap ital and experience is anxious to erect a factory of this kind in Birmingham If there Is any guarantee that he can secure the quantity of vegetables, especially cu- cumbers, to run plant the size he wishes to operate.
 Secretary Gibson of the Commercial Club has taken up the matter and will meet the farmers of Jefferson county next Saturday when the vegetable matter will be considered.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
OIL GusHER IN KENTUCKY.
Scheme to Stop Up We'll to Make
 Price of Land Cheaper.

Barboursville Ky, December 27-It Is reported that promoters arranged to sink gas and oil wells in this country to a be found in paying qualities and then plug the well leaving the impression that it is dry hole" in order that the prices for land leases might be kept down.
 Since Christmas the overseers have been absent and 1t is claimed that the driIlers went too deep. The result was a gnusher six miles from Barboursville yielding 2o0o barrels day. The oil became isnited destroying all the machinery and sur rounding timber. shooting up over & hun dred feet every twenty minutes.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.

MT. Thomas Horan who died Thursday morning was buried yesterday morning, the funeral occurring at the residence of Mrs J. R. Burke. 2006 Eighth avenue.
 A large number of friends and acquaint- ances attended the funeral. A high mass of requiem was sung at St. Paurs Catho- lie church.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
THE MEN REWARDED.
Employees of Railway, Light and Power
 Go. Receive Christmas Gifts.

All of the employees of the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power Company, who worked on Christmas day, received a Christmas present from the company in the way of doable pay for that day.
 It Is claimed that more passengers were handled by the lines of this company dur ing the holidays than ever before for the same length of time
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
Convicted of kidnaplno.

Lincoln, Neb., December N.-The first conviction under the Kidnapping and intim- idatiod law was secured today when c. s. Hunt was given a sentence of one year in the penitentiary. Hunt threatened a neighbours family and demanded that s2oo be deposited in vacant lot. car, of nails was buried instead and officers set to watch. Hunts arrest and convic- tion followed.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28

Private Secretary to the Mayor Mur. ray. who will begin the duties of city clerk on January l is in Warren, Tenn. He will return next week. His success .sor has not been named.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
People in CraWford CommunitE
 Are Intensely Excited
TRAGEDY WAS DEPLORABLy
Reports From Russell County Are That Porter Is Armed With Gun and Defies Arrest-Guarded
 the Fincher Home.

Columbus Ga, December 27--(Special) The Crawford community, in Russell county, Ala, has been in state of the Joseph Fincher by Uriah Porter We'd nesday night. The latest advices from Crawford today were that Porter was still at large armed with a shotgun and Winchester rife, terrorizing the commun- ity and defylng arrest.
 The sheriff of Russell county went to the scene from Scale this afternoon. but with what result has not yet been learned It is reported that Porter sat in the road nearly all day yesterday in front of the Fincher residence guarding 1t with his guns.
 A DeplorabIe Tragedy.
 Further details of the affair as received today show that the tragedy was even more deplorable than at first reported. After shooting Fincher down in his store, 1t is said Porter fired at Miss Thompson. a cousin of Mrs. Fincher, the charge narrowly missing her head, and she ran screaming into the house. The report fur ther says that Porter followed shooting charge after charge into the house. the shot breaking nearly all the window panes, smashing mirrors and playing havoc generally.
 Porter then turned his gun loose in the store and smashed lamps and show cases. Mrs. Fincher, Miss Thompson and the three children took to the woods Porter following They hid out in several places and 1t Is claimed that he searched for them thoroughly. They finally found refuge in a big ditch and stood in a pool of water while Porter passed on by It was late that night before they dared to go to the house of negro tenant for protection.
 Warrants Sworn Out.
 From all reports Porter seems to have been completely crazed by drink.
 A warrant was swon out against him but 1t Is reported that the Crawford bail If resigned his job rather than try to execute 1t.
 This afternoon Mrs. Belcher, at whose home the whole trouble originated came to the city and wired the sheriff at Scale to have Porter arrested The remains of MT. Fincher will be buried in Columbus ,tonorr OWL. Mr.-and Mrs. J. w. Clayton of Atlanta, Mrs. Finckers parents, went to Crawtdrd this morning and returned to the city this afternoon.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
Will Help St. Louis AIono.

St. Louis. December 27.-The Governors of Virginia. Kentucky, Ohio, Maryland and South Carolina have notified the Louisiana Purchase Exposition Company that they will insert paragraphs in their forthcoming messages to the Legislatures relative to the Worlds Fair.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
William E. Cochran Dead.

New York, December H.-William F. Cochran. a director in several Southern railroads, the Western Union Telegraph Company and other corporations, died in this city today Mir Cochran's wealth is estimated at $10,0OO,OO0. His gifts to various institutions and church endow- ments aggregated over $1,O00,000.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
INSURED.

fxTl lOU insure your house against fire. You know |Ae what people would say if it burned down IgYRl without insurance. They would say you l|E were wanting in business sagacity, that you should have provided for this Now leave house instr ance and consider clothing insurance. Here the danger is even greater-ot from fire but from the chemicals and strong soaps used in the laundry. Wise women insure their finer, more delicate and pershable things against this risk, and the premium they pay is the rng cost of Ivory Soap. That guarantees protection
 IVORY SOAP-TT FLOATS
The age-herald., 1901-12-28

SELLS MESSENGER PRoPBRTY-Mrs. Susan Schwartz yesterday sold to MT. H. w. Sweet four lots in block 241, Bessemer for $105O0. The deed of sale was filed yes- terday morning.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28

MEETING OF BUILDING TRADES COUNCIL.--A meeting of the Building Trades Council was held last night il Allen Hall. Routine business was givei attention.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28

U H GAhh1 lNI GONCbALbD WEAPONS-Perry Parker was yesterday afternoon fined 800 and 20 days by Judge Feagin for carrying concealed weapons. He was arrested during the Christmas holidays.
 MARRIAGE L1cENsEs-Marriage H. censes were, issued yesterday to Joshua Smith, of Blbssburg and Miss Hattie Sut- tom Collins Harris, Cardiff, and Miss Maggie Martin; J. W. Bullard, Argo, and Miss Dora Ann Prayton.
 BUST OF THE MAYOR-A marble bust of Mayor Drennen will be placed over the entrance of the new City Hall on Nine teenth street. The marble cutter Is now working on the statuary and will have 1t in shape within few weeks
 NEXT MEETING OF BOARD-The reg ular netting of the Board of Aldermen will be held Wednesday night, January 1. The announcement of the standing committees of the year will probably be made at this meeting by Mayor Drennen.
 PALMER RESTING wELL.-Mr. c. H. Palmer, who was shot in the abdo- men by his nephew, Mir w. B. Newman, Christmas eve, was resting well at late hour last night His chances of re- covery are considered better than they were yesterday.
 PRELIMINARY FOR MORGAN Gearge w. Morgan, who is held on charge of enbezzlement will be given preliminary hearing before United States Commissioner Cornish today. He Is charged with using the mails for fraudulent purposes
 sPIERs DECISION HELD UP-The decision in the case of E. R. Spers. who was on trial yesterday charged with col lecting forged money order was held up by Com missioner Cornish pending a more careful investigation of the case. He will probably render a decision today. FINDS GOLD MEDAL-Guy Denson several days ago found a gold medal on the streets and has turned it over to the police department to be given to the per- son identifying 1t. The medal is a star hanging from cross bar and has en- graved on 1t fP. c. c. Band to E. Flynn"
 PEACE WARRANT SWORN OUT-A peace warrant was sworn out yesterday for William T. Folsom by William Elliott, before Justice Benners. The warrant was served yesterday afternoon. Elliott claim ed that Folsom had threatnede to do yio- lence to the person or property of Susin Folsom.
 TO SUBMIT LETTERS IN Evr- DENCE.-R. D. Coffmans lawyers so if is stated. are trying to collect some letters which the Rev. J. w. Bradford is said to have written, to use as evidence in the coming trial. The letters are said to be spicy ones, and the defense believes 1t has strong point on which to work
 ASK A REHEARING.-The attorneys representing the city of Birmingham in the injunction suit of Dr. James L. Sandefur for damages resulting from emptying sewage into Valley creek will ask the Supreme Court to grant a re- hearing of argument in the case. Mir. Ed. Smith who will take charge of the city attorneys office January l, will con- duct the case. MT. Smith will prepare the petition at once and will present it next week
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
ECZEMA; No CURE NO PAY.

Your druggist will refund your money if Pazo Ointment fails to cure Ring worm. Tetter, Old Ulcers and Sores, Pimples and Blackheads on the face. and all skin diseases. 50 cents.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28

PETITION FOR BANKRUPTCY-W liam T. Cherry yesterday filed petition for bankruptcy in the United States district court clerks office. His liabilities are $230
The age-herald., 1901-12-28

The Ninteenth Century Club will meet with Miss Helen VanHoose this after noon at o'clock.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28

TO REPEAT MASS.-La Jaels mass, which was heard at St. Paul's church Christmas. will be sung again tomor- row morning at 10:30 o'clock.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28

Miss Susie Robertson of Huntsville Is visiting Mir. and Mrs. w. V. Robert Florence Hotel Arrivals; c. Pearce. Mobile, Ala; J. L. Finch, Atlanta; R. D.. Wall, Memphis Misses Mcdowell, Mont gomery; L. c. Steale, J. Brown and wife, Montgomery; Stokely Condles, Knoxville; D. o. walrover, Atlanta; Charles s. Will son. Nashville; John A. Murphries, New York; A F. Woodwonsee, Atlanta; J. B. Ghor, w. S. Watch. Cincinnati; Walter Hoffman, Isle of Monte Christo; D. B. Lacy, Anniston, Ala: J. F. Lacy, Jasper. Ala; H. C. Reynolds, Monton- allo: R. F. Murphy. South Carolina; L. H. Woodson, Chicago; Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Taylor. New York; K J. Coleman. New York; c. E. Dinger, Chicago; O. Kyle. Decatur R. c. Bower and wife, Decatur; R. s. Slime. St Louis; H. 0. Sargent. Bonneville; w. E. Howard Memphis: l. W. Hlll, Gadsden J. w. Cross, J. P. Shaw. w. H. Williams Jas per; F. M Ladd, New York; R. w. Rob- ertson. St. Paul; T. B. Long, Meridian, Miss; J. N. Kytle, Boston; Henry Moses, Georgia; R. H. Crew and wife J. B. Grewner, Goodwater: J. A. Loulxister, L. P. Spivy, T. c. Smith, Atlanta B. s. Williams Buffalo: J. B. Simpson, Cincin- nati N A Lind wadsworth. O.; John Sparkland. Boston; Homer l.. Guice. Ed wardsville: N. O. Tyler, St. Louis; Jas. W. McArdle, Connecticut William H, Fulton, Atlanta; J. E. Cross, Thomas, s.. C.; P. B. Patterson, Atlanta; Miss A. Strong, Gainesville, Ga; J. s. Harris, Johnsville. Ala; J. s. Tyler Bessemer; J. w. Carr Lynchburg Va; Joel Noble, Atlanta; William w McCann, Gibson, Ala: H. F. Rarden, Bessemer, Ala.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
THE CITY.

MIR. DoDD IMPROvEs.-M W. L. Dodd is improving slowly. He expects to be able to leave his bed within a few weeks.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28

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The age-herald., 1901-12-28

FOR CARRYING CONCEALED WEAPONS-Perry Parker was yesterday afternoon fined 800 and 20 days by Judge Feagin for carrying concealed weapons. He was arrested during the Christmas holidays.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28

Mrs. E. H. Blake and daughter, Miss Villa Blake, of New York are the guests of MT. s. NJ. Blake, their son and broth CT respectively, at his home in North Birmingham. They will remain in Bir- mingham during the remainder of the winter.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28
PERSONAL.

Miss Mo1lie Brown is i'll with pneumo- mia.
 Dr. Howell T. Hefin has returned from New York.
The age-herald., 1901-12-28

MARRIAGE L1CENSES-Marriage H. censes were issued yesterday to Joshua smith, of Blbssburg and Miss Hattie Sut- ton; Collins Harris, Cardiff. and Miss Maggie Martin; J. W. Bullard, Argo, and Miss Dora Ann Prayton
The age-herald., 1901-12-01
MIR. BAXTER LEAVES
 FOR HIS NEW WORK
Sewers His Connection With the Ten nessee company-suceessor
 Not Vet Named.

Nathaniel Baxter Jr, retreo rom thc rresidency of the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad Company yesterday at noon. severing his entire connection with the company by so doing. During the afternoon he left for Nashville. where he will take up his new work as presa- dent of the Cumberland Coal and Coke Company tomorrow.
 MT. Baxter has been president of the Tennessee Company for number of years. and has always had pleasant con nections with every official of the Bir- mineham district with whom he came in contact. His social position has been prominent and he leaves numerous friends in this city. His departure has been the cause of many expressions of regret
 The new company. the affairs of which he will conduct Is closely related to the Tennessee Central Railroad, managed by his brother, Jere Baxter. Together the two closely related powers will work for the development of the mineral district bordering on the great Cumberland range.
 A successor to Mir. Baxter has not been chosen Until the position Is filled by the board of directors of the company Don H. Bacon will perform the duties in con nection with his regular work as chair man of the board of directors.