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The age-herald., 1901-03-02

to be non-partisan, seems the wise one. even If the matter had to be tackled onto an appropriation bill in order to assure Its passage. This course was necessary because 1t was evident the Democrats would not permit separate bill to go through, while they would be less in- clined to antagonize an appropriation bill with this item in 1t. because of the dam ger of forcing extra session.
 There has been some i'll feeling among Democratic Senators because Senator Jones of Arkansas and several other lead ing Democrats were unwilling to join 8 movement to filibuster against the army bill, so as to prevent the passage of the two amendments. They were charged with caring more for the avoidance of an extra session than for a matter of prin- ciple and 1t was said that Tillman was influenced by a provision in the Louisi- ana exposition bill for a South Carolina bill and that Jones yielded to the wishes of his friend Berry of Arkansas, who was particularly interested in rivers and harbors item. Possibly these things had some influence, but when the matter is looked at from a practical standpoint 1t would appear as if the Senators who de- clined toforce an extra session were more sensible They know, every practical legislator must, that even if the Demo- cratic filibuster should prevent action on the Philippines or on Cuba, an extra ses- sion would be called, at which the Re- publicans, with an increased majority in each House, would certainly, even if it took some time enact whatever legisla- ton they desired. It has,been argued that the success in killing the subsidy bill showed that even In longer session the minority might be successful but, as a matter of fact, the subsidy bill was killed both by the want of time and because the Republicans were not united for it. They are united for the Philippine amendment and for that dealing with Cuba and could pass them both at an extra session. There Is one likely result from Demo- cratic fllibusterlng tactics and 1t is the amending of the Senate rules so as to permit cloture. The advisibility of this is discussed more frequently now by Re- publicans than ever before And with Roosevelt presiding the question would surely be put.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
SOCIAL PHILOSOPHY.
From the Atchison Globe.

From the Atchison Globe.
 The Lord surely doesn't exact it of any girl that she say her prayers regularly when on her honeymoon.
 No woman's children were ever so much trouble that 1t influenced her younger sisters to be old maids.
 Every man makes the mistake of think ing he can fool his wife as easily as he used to fool his mother.
 What has become of the old-fashioned woman who made one chicken do the work of three by cooking 1t with dump lings?
 It often happens that a man takes a girl to "Si Plunkard'' shows. and then wonders why she doesn't appreciate him more.
 Before marriage they go to the kind of shows at the theatre that she likes best, and after marriage they go only when the kind he likes Is given.
 Atchison women accept only one ex- cuse for a person failing, at the last mo- ment to attend one of their whist par Has-tha daath of thA naEa0A>
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
THE WISE COURSE FOR CUBA.

From the Philadelphia Public Ledger.
 If the Cubans. on their own motion, make a declaration in their convention defining the relations of the Cuban Re- public with this country, and making concessions for the consideration of the President and Congress, they will take the wise course, since they should know that there is an annexation party in this country only waiting for an opportunity to enforce their demands.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
-HE ONLY DAILY NEWSPAPER IN ALABAmA
Proposed Terms for Cuba

The proposed amendment of the army appropriation bill demands both q permanent treaty-that is, treaty that cannot be abrogated except by successful war-and it also demands an acceptance of the conditions named by the present constitutional conven- tion of Cuba. It does not demand their incorporation in the constitution, but it does demand formal acceptance of them by the convention, which stands for the moment for the Cuban people. This may be crowding the Cubans a little too hard, for a treaty would be ample because it would be negotiated and sanctioned and perfected before the troops of this country are with drawn.
 Outside of this requirement. 1t can not reasonably be said that the terms named are harsh, all things considered. Cuba needs for her own good some linn itation upon the debt-creating power. She needs, too, intervention, if inter- vention be necessary for the protection of life and property. She should sanc- tion the acts of the military power that gave her freedom from Spanish rule. She should keep Havana and other ports in sanitary condition. The Isle of Pines is another island, and Cuba has no claim to it, and out of gratitude Cuba should be ready to grant Us na- val and coaling stations, especially as these stations would be a guaranty of her own safety from aggression and of peace within.
 There is nothing in the conditions imposed that is radically harsh or wrong. Cuba should be glad that she gets off so readily and at so little cost. The conditions will be accepted beyond doubt, and we shall soon see how the Cubans will govern Cuba. The pros pect is not altogether promising, chief ly because the radical or revolution ary part of the mixed population is in the ascendancy.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
A Mans EnvIabIe Record,

"In these days of hubbub and wild and irresponsible actions of the lawmakers of Alabama, themselves sworn public servants, the general public will not lose sight of the passing out of their service of one man who has been faithful through good and evil report, and who has dis charged his duties in manner entitling him to unstinted praise, namely Dr. w. H. Blake, medical inspector of con- victs," remarked a man who has taken a deep interest in the Alabama convict system in all its relations.
 Alabama has not had better or more praiseworthy officer than Dr. Blake never knew a more earnest or more faith full, a more generous or humane man in any position. He made the well-being of the unfortunate men committed to his care his constant and watchful concern. In their misfortunes, their deep and de- served punishment for dark crimes, Dr. Blake took a humane, almost a fatherly ihtarast- and thAEahy ha Was anahlAd tA
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
RELATION WITH CUBA,
Senate Committee Submits Report, But
 Does Not Recommend.

Washington, March 1.-Senator Platt of Connecticut, chairman of the Senate committee on relations with Cuba, today submitted to the Senate the report of the committee upon the results of its in- vestigations into irregularities in Cuba The committee details the extent of Its investigations, but makes no recommen- dation beyond that contained in the fol- lowing paragraph
 Tn the opinion of the committee the in- formation obtained Is so full and specific as to render further investigation and in- quiry unnecessary. especially in view of the fact that the alleged frauds in con- nection with the postal revenues of the island arc now being investigated by the courts of Cuba in cases where officials alleged to have embedded or misappro- priated postal funds are being prose- cuted." ss
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Anfi-Schnnl to the Last.

At time when the people of Ala bama are demanding better schools at a time when public sentiment is well nigh unanimous in favor of afford ing to every child educational facilities at such a time it is rude shock to find that the State has a Legislature controlled by special interests, and therefore unfriendly to schools. The Gunnells bill has been smothered, the text book bill strangled, compulsory education shelved, and now 1t is pro posed to scale down the school appro- priation.
 Both Houses are controlled by lob bies, the Senate being but the tool of these pests. No bill has gone through, no matter how much it meant to the well-being and prosperity of the State and relief of the people, that lobby has opposed. In all the political his tory of the State no such lobby-ruled Legislature has appeared. It stands quite apart and alone, and it should be known in history as the Lobby Legis- lature.
 The operating bill Is the climax of the anti-school legislation. After con tracts have been made and to some extent carried out, it Is proposed to scale down the salaries of teachers and to cut the pensions of the veterans of the war. It is proposed to violate the will of the people by taking money devoted to the schools and pen sions and putting it in the general fund. All appropriations beyond the interest on the public debt, the ex- penses of the constitutional convention and the salaries of officials are to be cut down pro rata, thus bringing any deficiency that bookkeeping may de- wise to bear chiefly upon the children | ana war V0I6Tdu6.
 The proposal is in line with all the other school acts of this Legislature. From the outset it has shown a dispo- sition to maintain the system of pay schools in the interest of class, to keep up the prices of school books, in the interest of trust, and to prevent general education in the interest of a variety of combines and corporations On the top of all this it now proposes to pile the operating bill. It Is the log ical climax of it's anti-school work. last of such a Legislature!
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
THE PASSING OF A JOKE.

From the Chicago Record.
 One Of the most hopeful signs of the times is that the joke about the young man who asked for a horse that he could drive with one hand has been used only -S67 times this year, and the sleighing sea- son is nearly over. Last year statistics show that the joke was used 1880 times and the year before 2211 times. About twenty years ago 1t was used on an av- craze of 10000 times season. While the decline of this joke may seem like the passing of an old friend, Its finish must be accounted an era in America humor and at least four steps upward.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Revenue Bills Always Last.

From the Clarke County Democrat
 It seems unfortunate that our revenue bills at every session when efforts are made to revise and improve them come up for action right on the closing days of the session, and are put through Fin trot," receiving little and immature con sideration. Each member looks after the comparatively unimportant matters of his immediate constituents, and the weighty concerns of the State in which all the people are interested are deferred to the last-everybody's business being nobody business.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Adjutant General Brandon.

Adjutant-General Brandon was in Birmingham last night on his way from Montgomery to Tuscaloosa to spend Sat urday and Sunday with his family. Colonel Brandon resigned from the Legis- lature upon his re-appointment as adju- tant-general, an act of Governor Sam ford that has given great public satisfac- tion; and he said last night that his res- ignation was due entirely to his own view that such act would be in harmony with the general policy of the state adminis- tration, and not that he believed there was the slightest impropriety in his be- ing both a legislator and adjutant-gen- eral.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
llliteracy Is a Menace.
From the Fort Payne Journal.

From the Fort Payne Journal
 Our Henegar correspondent is inclined to doubt that the illiterate vote in this State is much of a menace to the stabili- ty of our government Probably not when we take the whole State into considera- tion, because we know our State govern ment has increased in efficiency, and ths agreement holds good whether illiteracy has or has not increased. But in locali- ties where it does exist in a marked ratio the menace is a very real and serious one. It may be urged that the intelligent peo- pie will never allow themselves to bo overridden by the ignorant and vicious. and this is true. As our correspondent says, revolution will come first. The peo- pie who are threatened with this disaster want to be relievd of situation where such an alternative is possible
 In our opinion the most important issue in the convention question is the abuse of the taxing power. Corporate wealth will have its agents in the convention prinied with all sorts of schemes whereby it's pos- sessors may escape their portion of the just burdens of government That they will be both powerful and influential We have had most conclusive proof in their effect on the present Legislature. The best thing the people can do is to preclude any possibility of such an event by kill- ing the whole convention scheme.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
THE DEsPoT.

John M. Stuart-Young. in Idler. They knew not whence the tyrant came. They did not even know his name; Yet he compelled them, one and all, To bow in bondage to his thrall; And from their lips allegiance wrung, Although a stranger to their tongue. Whilst hc was wrapt in royal state, Their hours of toll were long and late; No moment could they call their own Within the precincts of his throne; And when they dreamed their work was
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 He. only made them slave the more. Although the conquering king was he Of people who had once been free, No word of praise or promise fell From him his subjects served so well: Yet none of those who crowned him lord, Received a shadow of reward. Obedience to his behest
 Destroyed their peace, disturbed their
 rest '1 Yet when his drowsy eyes grew dimA Nor mortal dared to waken him, They stole about with stealthy tread- a s.5rhA- h- ----- 4-- --i----.i AA--< -~iA
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Cold Winter-Good Crops.

From the Carrollton West Alabaman.
 The recent cold weather and snows that have visited us may be disagreeable for the time being, but we should bear it with great tolerance, for it has been thd experience of our farmers that mild win- ters have been the precursors of light crops, and good crops, as a general rule, follow a winter of ice and snow. The condition of our people Is such that a failure in the crops for 1901 will prove ds- astrous to every interest in the county, and 1t Is te be hoped that the present year will prove one of prosperity and plenty.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Time to Be Alarmed,

From the Selma Journal.
 Too many killings are occurring in Dals las County. The good people of this fair county are beginning to look with appre- hension upon the ruthless taking of life among them, and wonder where it will end.
 ''Thou shalt not kill,'' says the com- mandment. Thou shalt do no murder" :" says the law, but lives are laid down in the twinkling of an eye, and no one is held to account.
 This is a serious question for the law abiding people of this community to con- template, and the sooner some steps arc taken to put an end to the conditions that exist just so much securer will be made the peace and happiness of this people.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
GettInq to Be a Live Issue.

From the Florence Herald.
 The constitutional convention has be- come a live issue in Alabama within the past two weeks, and candidates have ta- ken to the hustings in the rural districts. The convention promises to be composed of the brainiest and best men of the State.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
IN HOTEL LOBBIES
 AND ELSEWHERE

Astrologer Raphaers prophecies for this day, Saturday, March g. 1901;
 Doubtful all day.'
 Thy birthday is rather a quiet one, and thy business affairs will proceed as usual"
 Thou mayest expect slight annoy ances through letters, or from young people"
 "A child born on this day will have quiet career, though much will depend upon the hour of it's birth. If female, she will marry person older than her self i'
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
FROM THE RANKS.

Admiral Dewey in New York Journal.
 If we are to have a great American navy, we must be in touch with the American people. So, as I have said, there must be given an opportunity or opening for men to rise from the ranks.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Should Be Ievel-rieaded Men.

From the Lafayette Sun.
 The fact remains a fact regardless of conditions that the constitutional conven- tion should be made up of level-headed men-men who will put good above per sonal ambition,
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Cause of the Header.

From the Montevallo Sentinel.
 G. B. Deans, he who has been one of the wethers of the Populist party in this county, announces that he is no longer a member of that party, but that he has allied himself with the Republi- cans. Politics make many acrobats, and no doubt the plum for Dear at Mobile is the cause of his taking a >header.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Without Official Head.

From the Ozark Southern Star.
 The Populist party in Alabama is with out an official head Senator Deans, who has been chairman for some years, says now that he was elected the last time without his knowledge or consent, and he declines to serve. and having in the mean
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
The Lumber Industry.

From the Tuscumbia Dispatch.
 Lumber industry Is on the increase in this section. The hills and valleys are dotted here and there with sawmills get ting out hickory, poplar and oak lumber, hauling it to the blaming mills. Tuscum- bia will be in the market in few weeks for lumber of every description, which will be made into sash, doors. blinds, etc.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02

time joined the Republican party, he re- fuses point blank to call the committee together. There was never better time than right now to disband the Hooulst party and we trust sincerely that the more conservative of the leaders will take hold of the matter and disband.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Ozark Is Growing.

From the Ozark Southern Star.
 Ozark is on steady growth. New peo- pie are coming among us. When people want to come to a place noted for its health and hospitality they always land in Ozark.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
MAeNANlMoUs MIR. HANNA.

From the Detroit Free Press.
 MT. Hanna has decided to allow Sena- tor James K Jones to ride in the inaug- ural procession, instead of being chained to a chariot wheel
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Do You Want to Meet Him?

From the Dothan Wiregrass Siftings.
 An advertisement in the Birmingham Age-Herald has the heading, "The Devil and Tom Walker" We have met MT. Walker. Who knows the other?-Home Journal.
 Yes, the Age-Herald said you had.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Should Learn Resneet.
From the Mobile Herald.

From the Mobile Herald.
 At Topeka the joint smashing case against Mrs Nation was continued until the April term of District Court Mrs. Nation was unawed by the proceedings and several times addressed the court as "Your Dishonor" After the continuance she was returned to jail. She ought to be made to stay there until she learns some respect for constituted and lawful au- thority.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02

The Kidnapping of children Is by common consent to be made capital offense, and If there should ever be burning at the stake it is the child kidnaper who should be the chief figure in it.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Must Have Been Bad.

From the Montevallo Sentinel.
 The Sentinel man has been having a mathematician with a measley old cold this week, and thus far we have got the worst end of 1t.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
General Brent In Town.

General Brent of Baltimore Is visiting Birmingham and will spend several days here looking over the situation as to ad- visable investments.
 General Brent divides most of his time between Baltimore and New Orleans as places of residence. He Is ooss essed of large private fortune. much O. which is invested In Birmingham property. his .n- vestments here being heavy and profit able. He has been largely interested in Birmingham for many years, and con- templates making additional investments during his present visit.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Do Only Women Have Style?

From the Dothan Wiregrass Siftings.
 The Age-Herald heads an article, "Ne- gro Lynched in Good Style just as if 1t was a female affair.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02

Secretary Hay proposes that China pay $200, 100000 as lump sum to the powers, leaving them to divide it as best they may. But who is to pay the footed Chinese?
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Build Good Roads.

From the Brewton Pine Belt News.
 In almost every newspaper you pick up you see an article In regard to good roads, and they are timely ones. too. If there is anything that we should do 1t is to put all of our roads in good condition.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
From the Boston Herald.

Admiral Sampson's disapproval of the application of Gunner Morgan for pro- motion to an ensign In the navy, on social grounds, may command itself to naval officers, but 1t isn't likely to meet with cordial approval elsewhere. The men be- hind the guns have shed a proud lustre on the glory of our navy, whatever may be said of their social accomplishments.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Getting Facetious.
From the Selma Journal.

From the Selma Journal.
 When the street cars from Montgomery propelled by electricity run into Selma, the Journal will run off a special edition on its new perfecting press with a capaci- ty of 10000 per hour, announcing the 'ar- rival of the first car, and will distribute the handsome sixteen-page vari-coored edition along the route of the road in it's own uD-to-date automobile.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
Needs Advertising.

From the Evergreen Courant.
 A gentleman down in Baldwin having become a candidate to the constitutional convention, has announced his intention to begin the publication of a newspaper. Doubtless he wants to advertise himself.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
voLTAlc ENERGY IN THE MULE

From the Omaha Bee.
 It has been decided that horses and mules are not contraband of war. Any one who is at all familiar with-the animal woud not hesitate, however, to declare the mule a belligerent.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02

There is no place like home, as Mrs. Nation remarked when she stepped back into her old quarters in the To- peka jail.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02

The return of lobby legislators and subsidy Congressmen will be simul- taneous, but it will take place in diff fering States.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02

General Miles uniform in the in augural parade is to dazzle all be- holders, unless indeed Teddy appears clad in lions skins.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02

Roosevelt has decided that his ap- pearance on Inauguration Day clad in lion skins would not be de rigeuer, or words to that effect.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
THE NEW PRESS.

From the Brewton Pine Belt News.
 The Age-Herald has expanded consid- erably recently. A new press capable of producing papers in colors has been add ed to the outfit. Our esteemed contempo- rary now wears metropolitan airs, and it's success is deserved.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02

The appropriation for the Charles ton exposition goes through tied to the big St. Louis grab
The age-herald., 1901-03-02

The Omaha police carefully avoid MT. Crowes location because they have heard he is loaded
The age-herald., 1901-03-02
WITH THE EDITORS OF
 THE STATE PRESS
Might Be Desirable,
ruscumbia Dispatch.

From the Tuscumbia Dispatch.
 The revenue bill that will be passed at the present Alabama Legislature will tax everything-even a fellows mother-in- law.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02

Tallassee went down under the pressure of newly arrived lobby from the old county seat
The age-herald., 1901-03-02

From the Edwardsville Standard-News.
 The new s25,o0o press the Birmingham Age Herald is being printed on Is begin hing to tell in the improved appearance of the paper, being enlarged and other wise greatly improved. We are glad to know that the Age-Herald is now able to cope with any paper in the union, and It's circulation should be thribbled at once.
The age-herald., 1901-03-02

After Monday 1t will be impolite to this imperial administration to call him Teddy.