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The age-herald., 1901-12-05
INTRODUCES HIS
 BILL FOR CANAL Senator Morgan's Ideas for Its
 Construction SENATOR PERKINS, BILL This Makes an Appropriation of $12o,- 100000, of Which Sum $12,ooo,-
 900 Is to Be Expended
 Annually.
SENATOR PERKINS, BILL

Washington, December 1.-Two bills looking to the construction of an isth- milan canal. via the Nicaragua route, were introduced today in the Senate. The first of these was presented by Senator Morgan and is as follows:
 That the President of the United States be- and is hereby authorized to ac- quire from and to conclude agreements with the states of Costa Riea and Mica ragua, or either of them, for and in be- half of the United States for the full control of such portion of territory now belonging to Costa Rica and Nicaragua as may be desirable and necessary, on which to excavate construct, govern, regulate. police and protect a canal of such depth and capacity as will oe suf- ficient for the movements of ships of the greatest tonnage and draugh. now in use from point near Greytown, on the Caribbean sea, via Lake Nicaragua to Breto on the Pacific ocean, and such sum as may be necessary to secure necessary rights, privileges. and such control is hereby appropriated out of any money in the treasury not otherwise appropri- ated."
 Perkins Bill.
 The other bill was introduced by Sen ator Perkins and provides for a perpet tual lease by the United States of the right of way across Nicaragua and Costa Rica, said lease providing for military and sanitary police control of the canal route by the United States. It makes an ap- propriation of S1290000OO, of which sum $12000000 is to be expended annually. A non-partisan commission to pe appointed by the President to have charge of the canal, the members of the commission to be selected from different parts of the Unitd States, and to be paid $10,000 sal dry each per year.
 This commission to have it's headquar- ters at Rivas, Nicaragua, with a branch office in Washington. The appointment of engineers is also authorized It is fur ther provided that the canal shall be of isthmian canal commission The commits sion proposed is empowered to make all contracts and to supervise their perfor- nance, no contract to be legal until ratl- fled by a majority of the commissioners.
 Sem-Annual Reports.
 The commission is to report semi-an- nually to the President. and keep ac- curate accounts of its transactions. It is explicitly provided that no commission . CT or employe shall be interested in any contract connected with the construc- tior of the canel. The bill authorized the l President of t.~ United States to make minor changes both in the route adopt ed for the canal and in the methods of | it's construction.
The age-herald., 1901-12-05
Cars Caught Fire.

Immediately after the smashup the cars caught fire, but the blaze was soon ex- tinguished.
 Conductor Young in talking of the wreck said his flagman young Finley, was to certain extent to blame for the smashup. He was sent behind the train and up the track to flag any train that might come along. It is presumed that he did not go far enough down the road for the engineer of 120 to stop his train before reaching the train which was taking water on the track.
 When the smashup occurred train 12O was running at the rate of about 15 miles per hour. the engineer having put on brakes and reversed his engine when the flagman signalled him.
 Wrechng trains were sent to the place to clear the track. A special train to bring the injured to the city was also sent. This special returned to the city with the injured, and the men in charge of the trains at 1 :35 o'clock this morning.
 At the Fourteenth street crossing two ambulances and two carriages were in waiting for the injured. All were imme- diately sent to St. Vincents Hospital, where they were given attention.
 When asked the exact cause of the wreck and who was to blame Assistant Superintendent Galloway said:
 Both trains were running slightly be- hind time, but both were running on regular orders. have not thoroughly in- vestigated the affair, and cannot say just exactly who is to blame"
The age-herald., 1901-12-05
WaIker-Hodqes.

Huntsville, December 4.-(Special.)- James Walker, a young druggist of Aibertville, and Miss Rebecca Hodges were married last night at Woodyille. The marriage ceremony, which was per- formed by Rev. J. w. Sandlin of Albert yille. was witnessed by large party and at its conclusion a reception was rendered the bride and groom MT. and Mrs. Walker departed on the midnight train for Lawrence County to spend a few days with the formers father.
The age-herald., 1901-12-05
Appoints Receiver for Bank.

Macon, Ga, December 4-W. B. Smith was today appointed receiver of the Barnesville Savings Bank. The institution did not open fer business this morning and suspended payment. No official state ment of liabilities has been yet made, but the failure is ascribed to the bank s Manufacturing Company, which is now closed down.
The age-herald., 1901-12-05
KING EDWARD VII
 DECORATES S0USA Awards Him With Royal Vic
 toria Medal
KING PINS IT ON HIMSELF
Sousa and Wife Carried From the Sta ton By the Kings Motor Car-"God Save
 the King"

London, December 4.-Sousa brought to London from Sandringham, where his band played the other night by royal command before their majesties and the royal family, the Royal Victoria medal with which King Edward presented the bandmaster in appreciation of his ser vices to music. The Prince of Wales per sonally affixed the decoration to Sousa's s breast In describing the visit, Sousa said:
 Tt was among the most gratifying ex- periences of my life. The royal com mand was received several days prior to the visit, but was kept strict secret the King desiring to give the Queen a birthday surprise. Considerable duplicity was necessary to complete the arrange ments without divulging our destination We took Alfred de Rothschild into our confidence and gave out that we were going to play at his country seat OH Sunday. It was only when we entrained that the band was Informed whither we were bent.
 Kings Motor Car.
 The Kings motor car took myself and wife from the station. We marched into the ball room at 1c--j. Some twenty per sons were present, including the King and Queen, the Prince and Princess of Wales, the Duke of Cambridge, the Duchess of Manchester and Lady de Gray.
 We first played God Save the King, and then his majesty sent word that he x1ra Tod T1,e Cfo~ Tod ing the playing of which they all includ- ing King Edward, stood up. The pro- gramme consisted of Plantation Songs and Dances,' The Washington Post March, The Stars and Stripes, trom- bone solo by Arthur Pryor, and the Reese-D Davis collection of American hymn tunes, including, Nearer, My God, to Thee which seemed to deeply affect the distinguished listeners.
 "The King especially requested us to play Hands Across the Sea- and then sent word that he wanted 'El Capitan. He next requested King Cotton and the Coon Band At the conclusion the King again sent word to play The Star Span gled Banner and again all present stood up.
 Shakes Hands With King.
 '"rhe King stepped forward, shook hands with me, chatted with me in the
  most cordial manner and asked me to congratulate the band on it's excellent technique. The Queen came up, thanked me, and turning to the King, told him how much she had enjoyed her birthday surprise, especially the nymn tunes, of which she requested copies. The Prince l of Wales joined in, referred pleasantly | to his trip and expressed regret that he did not have time to visit the United States. Then the King handed me this medal, which the Prince or Wales pinned onto my breast The Queen accorded me permission to dedicate a march to her
 T have never played to a more appre- ciative audience, nor have l been moro kindly treated. The King looked to be in excellent health. He certainly was in the best of spirits. He had nothing but kind words for America and certain ly knows more than most people about American music"
The age-herald., 1901-12-05
LOWE AFTER DEFEAT
 SAYS ALDERMEN LIED
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the sidewalk, and it is said one of them was relieved of revolver by police man or a friend.
 The trouble between Mir Lowe and AL defman Heidt is said to have grown out of visit to the latter by Aldermen Gray and Thach. who went in the interest of Mir Lowe. It is claimed by MT. Lowe and his friends that MT. Heidt agreed to vote for him for city attorney. but MT. Heidt says he only said if he did vote for MT. Lowe 1t would be on account of his friendship for MT. Thach.
 For an hour after the sensational oc- currence little groups of men stood around the city hall and discussed the incident.
The age-herald., 1901-12-05
NEW ATTORNEY ..i3 YOUNG MAN.

Edward Smith, the new city attorney. is young lawyer of this city. and a. son of Addison G. Smith, one of the most prominent attorneys in the state. He Is a graduate of the law department of Georgetown University. and is about 25 years old.
 Aside from the election of city attorney the only interesting contests were for
The age-herald., 1901-12-05
AFFECTS THE BANKERS.

Washington, December 1.-The commits sioners of internal revenue has rendered a decision in which he holds that bankers must return for taxation capital. surplus,
The age-herald., 1901-12-05
TO CURE A COLD IN ONE pAY

Take Laxative Promo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money If 1t fails to cure. E. W. Groves signature Is on each box. 2so s-24-7m-tu-thur
The age-herald., 1901-12-05

BrickIayers Elect peIesates.-Brick- layers Local No. held a meeting last night and elected Patrick Cullinane a delegate to the National Bricklayers' convention, which meets in Pittsburg, January 13.
The age-herald., 1901-12-05
HEALTHY RL0GD

The blood is the source of strength. If you are weak you need medicine to tone up your stomach and make plenty of rich red blood The medicine to do this is Hostetter's Stomach Bit ters. It will not shock the system and it cures indigestion, dyspepsia, heart burn, belching and malaria, fever and ague. Try it, also obtain a copy of Hostetter's Almanac from your drug gist.
The age-herald., 1901-12-05

Two Years in Penitentiary.-John Berils, a negro, was given two years yesterday morning in the first division of the Criminal Court for assault with intent to murder.
The age-herald., 1901-12-05

For Beating Wife.-Hugh Francis. colored, was fined $25 in Judge Fea- gins court yesterday afternoon for beating his wife.
The age-herald., 1901-12-05

Painters to Give Ball.-The second annual ball of the Painters Union will be given December Il at Elks' Hall, at Twentieth street and Fourth avenue.
The age-herald., 1901-12-05
Mixed Train Run Into While Taking Water at Tank
 Near RGSsener
COACH SMASHED
Two White Men Among the Number Injured, But None Seriously. Faeman Did Not Go Far
 Enough With Signal.

While taking on water at Valley Creek tank eight miles beyond Bessemer, train No. 102, consisting of a number of freight cars and one mixed passenger coach, was run into from the rear by freight train No. 12O at $40 o'clock yesterday afternoon. No cause Is given for the accident, but some blame Is attached to Flagman Finley. who was sent back by the conductor of No. 1O2 to flag any train that might be in the rear.
 Eleven persons were injured as fol- lows:
 J. J. Dickson, thigh injured and cut about head Serious.
 w. M. Keith, arm broken and bruised on body and head. Serious.
 Dr. E. P. Lacy. bruises.
 R. J. Tilleman cut and bruised.
 J. D. Dilworth, not serious.
 w. G. Windham, hand cut and bruises. Henry Mcbride. colored, bruises.
 Viola Atkins, colored, bruises.
 Lula Johnson, colored, arm, side and leg bruised.
 S. w. Gale, eolored, bruises.
 Ed Walker. colored hand cut.
 J. Perry colored, hand cut.
 caboose Was splintered.
 The caboose of the train was burst into splnters and the passenger coach which was next, was wrecked entirely J. J. Dickson. a white man employed by the Equitable Insurance Company, was pain fully hurt. His thigh was injured and he was cut about the head. w. M. Keith. employed by the company, had his right arm broken and his head cut and bruised. number of other passengers and em- ployes sustained injuries, but none were serious, though three or four were taken to the hospital.
 Dickson and Keith were taken to the hospital where their Injuries were given care by physicians. Neither will die
 Train No, 102 was in charge of Con ductor Tom Young and Engineer Bissett. Train No. 120 was in charge of Conductor Randle and Engineer Perry. The first named train is a mixed train, which runs from Birmingham to Blocton, leaving here at 5:30 every morning and return ing at 7:10 o'clock in the evening. It Is a freight train, but carries one coach for passengers. Train 120 is a freigh train.
The age-herald., 1901-12-05

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The age-herald., 1901-12-05

Machinists Meet.-A meeting of the local lodge of the Machinists' Union was held in Magnolia Hall, in Third avenue, last night. Routine business was transacted.
The age-herald., 1901-12-05

Change in Route.-A slight change was made in rural mall delivery route No. 5 yesterday. In the past it has been out First avenue to Avondale, but in the future the carrier will go out Fifth avenue.
The age-herald., 1901-05-23
KANSAS cITY-FRIsco.
Actual Consolidation To Be Effected
 July 1.


 Kansas City, Mo, May 22-The Star says:
 ''The actual consolidation of the Mem phis and Frisco roads is to be effected as soon as the connecting link between the two lines from Alton to Miami, l. T., is finished This will be by July 1. The general offices of the Memphis road will then be removed from this city to St. Louis and duplicate agencies everywhere on the Memphis Frisco will be abolished. The Memphis is to become link in new transcontinental chain which Is pro- jected to extend from Birmingham, Ala, St. Louis and Kansas City to Manzan- fila, on the Pacific coast of Old Mexico.
 It is certain that one set of officials will control the Frisco Memphis system, and it is probable that a new name will be chosen for the combination. Both roads have lines from Kansas City to Springfield, Mo-, and one of these lines will undoubtedly be abandoned, except that sufficient trains may be run over 1t to save it's charter and prevent it's absorp- ton by a competitor. Cities reached by both the Frisco and the Memphis where there are separate depots, shops ana agencies. will soon feel the effect of the consolidation-one shop, one depot ana one agent will suffice for both. The ma chine shop, 1t is said, will not be removed from Kansas City because they will be needed by both lines for repair work.
The age-herald., 1901-05-23
GOULD'S PLAN.
He Is Seeking an Atlantic Seaport for
 Ills Railroads.

New York, May 22.-The Mall and Ex- press says:
 Severaldmportant conferences have been held recently between George J. Gould and representatives of the Pennsylvania to discuss the plans of the former for ex- tending the Gould lines to tidewater. The Pennsylvania and the New York Central Companies, which aim to control the ter ritory east of Chicago, are annoyed at the announcement that MT Gould intends to bring his trains into this city or some other prominent seaboard city.
 For several days a story has been cur rent that the Rockefellers invited Mr. Gould to accept an interest in the Dela- ware, Lackawanna and Western Rail- road, using 1t as an outlet for the Wa bash. One theory advanced today was that MT. Gould would agree to abandon the extension of the Wheeling and Lake Erie and the Wabash into Pittsburg, which the Pennsylvania desires to see headed off. aisK
 From sources close to MT. Gould it Is learned that the Pittsburg extension will be rushed through. MT. Gould has men figuring on an independent route from Pittsburg to Baltimore, just as MT. Car negie planned, and some think that the persons nibbling at the Western Maryland Railroad represent MT. Gould. This road would make a valuable link in through line. So far as the seaboard end of the Gould system Is concerned, however MT. Gould and his friends are maintaining the strictest silence.
The age-herald., 1901-05-23
SHAMROCK WRECKED ON THE SOLENT
 IMPER|UNC K|NC EDWARDS uFE

the mishap had been safely transferred to the Erin the Kings first remark was: "When shall we meet again, Liptong' and before His Majesty started for Lon don his last words to Sir Thomas were: "When you sail again I am going with you" In fact, the ruler of the British empire seemed keenly to enjoy the un- usual danger into which his love of sport had led him. MT. Watson and MT. Jame- son. especially the former, are very down. cast and absolutely refuse to say any thing Mir Watson, indeed, is so cha grined that he could scarcely talk to even his most intimate friends, and until after dinner on board the Erie Sir Thomas be- lieved it would be impossible to contest for the cup this year. But, thanks to ms indomitable perseverance, backed by King Edwards optimistic and enthusias- tic support, it was decided to go abroad provided the New York Yacht Club would grant an extension.
 It may be stated with no little authority that the challenger's true merits nave not been displayed with too much vlgor and that there Is more in her, accordlng to- the views of those most interested, than meets the eye
 Sir Thomas calculates that delay or three weeks or a month in the date o1 the contest in American waters will en- able him to come to the scratch. He says he is greatly handicapped by the fact that he has no duplicate masts for the Shamrock II. but by an unlimited ex- penditure of money and energy ne De- lieyes the defects can be remedied in time to proyid for an international race this
The age-herald., 1901-05-23
Distinguished Guesb Barely Missed by Falling B|ocksr
 SpaTs and Sails FIERCE BREEZE SPRANG UP Setting the Challenger at an Angle of 45 Degrees and the Crash Fol
 lowed-Postponem of
 the Race Asked.

Southampton. May 22.-The most dra- matic incident in the history of the Americas cup occlsrred today when sudden squall on the Solent completely wrecked the new challenger and endan- gered the life of King Edward and sev eral distinguished persons, including Sir Thomas Lipton. The results of this dis aster. which could scarcely recur with out great loss of life, can best be judged by the written statement made last night by Sir Thomas Lipton to repre- sentative of the Associated Press as follows:
 My deepest regret is that today's ac- cident prevents me from toeing the mark at the appointed hour and compels me to ask the New York Yacht Club to grant me an extension, of time. If they will be good enough to do that shall race even if I have to build a boat between now and the date agreed upon. I still believe the Shamrock II boat worthy to be the challenger and that. when this unfortu- nate chapter .sof accidents comes to an end she will stand good chance of lift ing the cup. have not single complaint to make against my boat
 For the many telegrams of sympathy received from America today I am deep ly grateful No one is more thankful than I am that the catastrophe ended without fatality, and I may perhaps say that throughout the trying <toments his majesty was as brave as a lion. His first thought was to inquire if any one was injured THos. UPTON"
 Shamrock a Wreck.
 Circumstances have reduced the Sham rock II to pitiful, skarless wreck. She now lies off Hythe. The story of the ca- tastrophe is best told by Sir Thomas himself who gave the following Inter- view to the Associated Press.
 I've had just begun to make for the starting line when a fierce breeze sprang up King Edward, Lady Londonbury, Mrs. Johnson, MT. Watson, MT. Jameson and myself were on deck hanging on as best we might, for the challenger was almost at an angle of forty-hve degrees. The King started to go below. Just as he did so everything collapsed. A heavy block fell between the two ladies and wire rope struck me on the head and momentarily stunned me. A sudden suuall. an unexpected strain and every thing had given away. King Edward was half in and half out of the companion hatchway. Why the 1ainns spars anu sweeping sails did not kill or sweep some one overheard is more than I know. When I came to I saw the King clamor- ing over the wreckage trying to discover the extent of the damage, and asking, Is any one hurt !"
 The representative of the Associated Press further learned that Sir Thomas first utterance on coming to was this ar dent adjuration to MT. Watson: Teie- graph for more spars. We have got to sail on August 12, and this boat has got to do it."
 The Kings Nerve.
 When the distinguished participants Tn
The age-herald., 1901-05-23
MACHINISTS HAVE
 BEEN ORDERED OUT
Seaboard Refused to Grant Their Demands and Strike
 Order is Issued.

Norfolk, Va, May 22.-Conferences be- tween officials of the Seaboard Air Line Railway and the committee representing the International Association of Machin- ists have been fruitless and strike has been ordered. The last meeting was held today at the office of Vice President and General Manager Barr. The Seaboard de- clined to recognize any member of the committee except such as were employees of the road. MT. Barr refused each and every demand of the working men.
 After leaving MT. Barrs office S. D.. Needry, organizer of the American Tede- ration of Labor. who has been managing the local strike situation. telegraphed to all points on the Seaboard Air Line where machinists are employed. ordering the men to strike. Mir. Needry said the strike order would not have been delayed as long as 1t has but that the committee
The age-herald., 1901-05-23
CADETS DEPART
 FOR THEIR HOMES
No Uprising Among Their Com rades Anticipated Because
 of Their Dismissal.

West Point, N. Y, May 22-The cadets who were today dismissed from the acad- emy and those who were suspended have all departed for their respective homes. There was no demonstration on the part of other cadets and all Is quiet here to- night.
 There is not likely to be an uprising among the comrades of those relegated to civil life as was anticipated from cer- tain sources. There is distinction be- tween dismissal and a discharge from the military academy. When a cadet Is dis missed 1t Is final and he can only be re- tnstated by special act of Congress. He also forfeits his travel pay. In the case of a discharge a cadet may re-enter the academy by a reappontment with the approval of the academy board. There are no words of censure for the course Colonel Mills has taken in his effort to maintain order.
The age-herald., 1901-05-23
THE DUCHESS A sPENDTHRIFT. Clara Ward Declared To Be Incapable
 To Manage Her Property.

Chicago, May 22.-Princess de Chimay, formerly Clara Ward of Detroit was de- clared a spendthrift and incapable of managing her property in the Probate Court here today. Thomas R. Lyons, her uncle, was appointed conservators of her estate and filed bond of $100,0OO. He al- legged that since she came into her prop erty In 1894 the princess has spent $400, ,000 in addition to an annual income of from $35, 900 to $70.000. MT. Lyons introduced proof that his niece concurred with him in believing a conservator necessary.
 The present action, according to state ments of Mir. Lyons to the jury, was pre- cipitated by the demand made in Febru- ary last from Egypt for $50,0O0 to pay the woman's accumulated debts These had accrued in two years.
 This bill was the largest ever presented. Her previous record had been the spend- ing of 100000 francs in Paris in six weeks. All of these bills MT. Lyons as trustee had to settle out of the principal of the woman's fortune.
 When the debts in Egypt were discov- cred MT. Lyons arranged a meeting with his niece in London She the acknowl- edged she was incapable of resisting the temptation of buying whatever she wanted.