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The age-herald., 1901-05-02
MURDER CHARGED
 TO WILL READING
Woman Was Killed Last Night and He Was Locked
 Up in Jail.

VIII Reading was arrested last night On the charge of murder by Officer Ray. Reading is a negro man and the killing was done near the corner of Twenty-fifth street and Second avenue.
 It is charged that Reading killed a ne- gro woman whose name could not be learned. The act was committed at a late hour last night and the exact cir cumstances could in no way be found out.
 Reading and the woman had been to- gether some time before the crime was committed and 1t Is supposed that the quarrel between them began over a dis cussion of another woman. During the row, it is said, Reading became highly enraged and killed the woman.
 He was arrested a short time after the occurrence by Officer Ray.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
Frenchman Is Leaving.

Pekin, May 1.-General Voyron commander of the French forces, is about to leave Pekin for Tien Tsin. He will make his headquarters there and supervise the reduction of the French troops. who will be gradually withdrawn in accordance with the wishes of the ministers of the powers, who desire~tha partial retirement of the foreign troops should commence immediately. At their meeting tomor- row the ministers will receive the rep resentative of the special commission that has been Investigating Chinese finances.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
Mining Trouble in England.

London, May 1.-Reports from the mining districts indicate that a ma jority of the miners are in favor of the strike. They have had two years of prosperity. and the funds of their unions are overflowing. Therefore, they are likely to welcome a holiday. The whole country condemns the strike, which will tend to disorganize all the industries; and, as the people have little sympathy with the coal trade, which during the last twelve months has reaped huge pronts at the expense of the community. the only effect of the strike is likely to be to draw the support of the country to- ward the government. This feeling is so strong that it is believed in many quarters that the federation is only 'blufangt
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
c A S TOHIA. Bears the Tho Kind You Have Always Bought Signature .s E>3zZzzM
May Day In Berlin.

Berlin, May May Day passed off quietly. Three hundred and eighty five thousand persons attended the various socialist and trades union meetings, and at all of these resolu- tions were adopted in favor of the eight-hour day and the right of union.
 In consequence of the threats of the master builders to lock out all those workmen who celebrated May Day work in the building trades went on
 although many men were absent. Seventy-four meetings all told were held in this city, the speakers all dwelling upon the day we celebrate" |"
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
CONGER IS GIVEN
 WARM RECEPTION
Treated Like a Great Hero by the People of His
 State.

Omaha, Neb., May 1.--Edward H. Con- ger vas accorded a hero's reception to- day by the people of his State as he first set foot on Iowa soil at Council Bluffs. His private car was greeted by more than 1000 people. As Minister Conger appeared on the rear platform tremendous cheer greeted him. He was then escorted to the Grand Hotel by prominent citizens, mili- tia and a band.
 At the hotel long line of people were waiting to shake his hand and formal reception followed for nearly an hour. While the reception was at it's height a special party from Des Moines drove to the hotel.
 After the formal welcome to Major Con- ger he responded to the toast "Our Guest" He referred briefly to the trying events of the last year and to the glory with which the Stars and Stripes were brought through the intricate diplomatic and military proceedings at Pekin. Ac- companied by a large Des Moines delega- tion MT. Conger left for the state capital at o'clock this afternoon.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
Chicago Burglar Arrested.

Paris, May 2.-The principal author of the robbery of the American Ex- press Company's office in Paris on the night of April 26. when three masked burglars escaped with 300,0O0 francs, has been arrested. His name is George Miller, and he was born in Chicago. When arrested he was found in possession of portion of the stolen funds, number of dynamite cart ridges and a set of burglars tools.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
Shot at Negro Thief.

Selma, May 1.-(Special) There was excitement in the vicinity of Franklin and AlaOama streets last night, caused by MT. B. Lamar of the firm of L. & B. Lamar and one of his clerks, MT. Luther Mauldin. shooting at the fleeing form of negro.
 MT. Lamar has suspected that his porter, William Melton, was stealing groceries, and last night as he went to close the store he discovered ham placed in the rear window so that it could be secured from the outside. He secured his gun and waited for the
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
VIII Now Divide Millions.

San Francisco, May 1.-The Supreme Court has reversed former decision and declared that the trust clause in the will of the late James G. Fair is invalid. Tn his will MT. Fair left his estate valued at sl5. .OOo. 900 .in trust, the proceeds to 70 to his heirs. but the principal to be kept out of their hands. As a result of the decision of the Supreme Court the estate will now be divided among Fairs chill dren, Mrs. Herman Oelrichs, Mrs. W. K. vanderbilt and Charles Fair.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
Superintendent Mccormick Removed

Frankfort, Ky, May1.-Governor Beck ham today removed Dr. E. B. McCor- mick, superintendent of the Hopkinsville Insane Asylum, who was charged with immortality. The governor does not go into details of the scandal involving Dr. Mccormick, but says his dismissal is required for the good of the institution. pr. Mccormick has intimated that he will file counter charges of sensational nature.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02

negro to come for his ham. About 8 o'clock he came and MT. Lamar caught him, but the negro turned and made a break for liberty. MT. Lamar shot twice at him with a shotgun loaded w,ln birdshot and peppered his body, but he got away.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
AIrbrake Association Meets.

Chicago. May 1.-Delegates from all parts of the United States gathered here today to attend the opening session of the eighth annual meeting of the Air brake Association. The meeting was called to order by President Otto Best of Nashville, who read his annual address.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
Our Beaten Biscuit Ma chine is g wonder. ! Prowell Hardware Co.
 1917 Second Ave.

Birmingham Musicians Protective Associations An nual Concert under direction of Phil Memoli at East Lake Sunday, May 9th, 8 D. m.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
Germans After Venezuela.

New York. May IA dispatch to the Herald from Trinidad says:
 Information has reached here that the German cruiser yinetta recently com pleted surveys of the Island of Margar- ita. Officers of the ship spent ten weeks making charts and soundings. The of- ficers say a fine harbor has been discover ed. with every advantage for a coaling station.
 German merchants in Venezuela will try to buy the harbor and also hundreds of acres nearby ostensibly as a private investment, but really with the idea of making a German coaling station. A se- cret deal with President Castro of Vene- zuela is reported, by which for money he will permit 1t. This furnishes additional reason why President Castro wanted Minister Loomis withdrawn"
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
Forecast for Alabama.

Washington, May 1.-Following is the forecast for Alabama: Fair and continued warm Thursday; Friday, fair; variable winds.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
The Usual Result.

From the Philadelphia Press. isr
 Towne-Poor Jagsby! How did hs get down 50 low?
 Browne-Through his fondness for hay Ing a high old time. NY
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
MINISTER LOOMS
 FORMERLY UPHELD
United States Has Informed Venezuela That His PoI-
 icy is Approved.

New York. May IA special to the World says:
 Venezuela fvill be given to understand that the UnAed States has formally ap- proved of the tourse pursued by Minister Loomis in his action upon various mat ters in dispute between the two govern ments.
 At the same time she will be told that the United States relies upon her sense of justice in the settlement of these matters. Instructions setting forth the attitude of the Americans have been sent by the State Department to MT. Russell, charge d'affAires in Caracas. MT. Russell will immediately call upon the Venezuelan minister of foreign affairs and apprise him of the fact that the policy of the United States in Venezuela is the same as pending before the withdrawal of MT. Loomis.
 Diplomatic representations are consid. cred ample at this time, especially In view of the action of the Venezuelan gov ernment expressing regret to Mir. Russell for the arrest of Ignacio H. Baize, Con sular Agent in Barcelona. By its expres- sion of regret the Venezuelan govern ment, In the opinion of the authorities, has shown a desire to remove all irrita- tion from the relations existing between 1t and the United States.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
soERs ROUTED.
Forces Under Kitchener Blow Up the
 Long Tom.

London. May IA Dispatch from Lord Kitchener dated from Pretoria today says:
 Greenfeldt attacked the Boers at Berg planz, near Halverstoberg. where the post long Tom opened fire at 10000 yards Kitchener's scouts advanced to within 5000 yards, when the gun was blown up and the Boers fled. Ten of them were made prisoners.
 "Other columns report ten Boers, six wounded, six made prisoners and sixty surrendered and 5000 rounds of ammuni- ton captured.
 The British had four killed and seven wounded.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
Face Value.

From the Philadelphia Times.
 My face is my fortune," she quoted. '.It's no crime to be poor" commented her dearest chum.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02

Patronize the ladies of Temple Eman- uel Chapter and you will be amply repaid.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02

Among the most promi- nent arrivals for the Elks' Fair is i ELKS' BEER, Alabama Brewing Co.'s
 special brew.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
In Iowa.

Des Moines. Ia, May 1.-The special train bearing United States Minister E. H. conger and party arrived in Des Molnes at 10 o'clock tonight. An immense crowd was at the station.
 Major Conger and party escorted by a drum corps of veterans, at once went to the majors home. The formal welcoming exercises will be held Friday afternoon at the Auditorium. followed by a reception at the State House in the evening.
 On their trip across the state this even- ing the train sopped at a number of places and Major Conger made brief talks at each to cheering crowds. At Dexter, his old home. he was affectionately greeted as Governor Conger." Major Conger has aged perceptibly since leav- ing here some years ago and his hair ap- pears much grayer
 oNr6c p4,~en 4
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
An Excellent Combination.

The pleasant method and beneficial effects of the well known remedy, SYRUP OF FIGs, manufactured by the CALIFORNIA FI6 SYRUP Co.,, illustrate the value of obtaining the liquid laxa1 tive principles of plants known to be incidentally laxative and presenting them in the form most refreshing to the taste and acceptable to the system. It IS the one perfect strengthening laxa- tive, cleansing the system effectually. dispelling colds, headaches and levers gently yet promptly and enabling one to overcome habitual constipation per manently. Its perfect freedom from every objectionable quality and sub stance, and its acting on the kidneys, liver and bowels, without weakening or irritating them, make it the ideal laxative.
 In the process of manufacturing figs are used, as they are pleasant to the taste, but the medicinal qualities of the remedy are obtained from senna and other aromatic plants, by a method known to the CALIFoRNIA Ere SYRUP Co. only. In order to get it's beneficial effects and to avoid limitations, please remember the full name of the Company printed on the front of every package. CALIFORNIA FIG SYRUP co.
 GAN FRANcrsco. CAL.
 Lou1svrLLE, KY. NEW Yo1K, V. '. Fbrsale by Rll Drugeista -Priceb0o DOT bottle,
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
THE WEATHER.

Birmingham, Ala, May 1, 1901. Local observations during the "A hours ending p. m., Central time:
The age-herald., 1901-05-02
TIME ITEM WEATHER WIND R FALL

Highest temperature, SIS; lowest tem- perature, 56.S; average temperature. S5.1.
 BEN M JACOBS. Station Agent, U. s. Weather Bureau.
The age-herald., 1901-05-02

Is,to love children. and no home can be completely hap py without them. yet the ordeal through which the .~~.-t, |, ,,t xx.rfhex sx,uef s1a ua
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08
Land Lub hcrS Mutiny Mt Sea.

New York, Feb. S.--Mutiny on the
high seas among the crew of the AS.
trail caused that four-masted steel sail.
ing ship to turn about in the face OF
a southeast gale Sunday night and re-
turn to this port While she lay at
anchor outside Sandy Hook bar today
warrants were issued for the arrest of
the crew. Laden with 100000 gallons
of oil destined for Shanghai, China, the
Astral was the first of the Standard Oil
company's new fleet OF sal ling vessels
to fly the American flag. Under Cap
tain Durham was a crew of twenty
three men. They refused to 60 to sea,
but were willing to take the ship back.
It is said that seven had never made a
deep-water voyage. The rest consisted
Of stokers, beach combers and farm
erS,
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08

FOLLOWING severe attack OF Ia
grippe / seemed to be affected badly
all over.
"One OF my customers who was
greatly helped by Peruna advised me
to try it, and l procured a bottle the
same day. Now my head Is clear, my
nerves are steady. ! enjoy food, and
rest well. Peruna has been worth a
dollar dose to mel. D. Wallace
Grippe Causes Deafness.
Mrs. NJ. A. Sharick, chaplain G. A. r.
Woman's Relief Corps, writes from
Fremont, Wash:
when la grippe was the PREVAILING
illness in this Western country | was
laid up the whole winter, | partially
lost my hearing, and had very bad
case Of catarrh Of the head and throat.
/ read of Peruna, tried it and had
my bearing restored and catarrh cured.
/ cannot speak too we'll Of Peruna''-
Mrs. NJ. A. Sharick
La Grippe Cured In Its First Stage.
Lieutenant Clarice Hunt, Of the Salt
Lake City Barracks Of the Salvation
Army, writes from Ogden, Utah:
Two months ago was suffering with
so severe cold that | could hardly
speak.
Our captain advised me to try Pc
runa, and procured bottle for me, and
truly it worked wonders. Within two
weeks I was entirely well."-C!arice
Hunt.
Congressman Whites Letter.
Tarboro, NJ 6.
Gentfemen..'eI am more than salts
fled with Perul,a and find it to be an
excellent remedy for the grip and ca.
tarrh. Ihave used 1t in my family and
they all Join me in recommending it as
an excellent remedy. "--Geo. II. White,
Member of Congress.
Remained in Feeble Health After Cured
of La Grippe.
Mrs. r. w. Collins, Treasurer 1nde-
pendent Order Of Good Templars. OF
Everett, Wash. writes:
AFTER having a severe attack Of IL
grippe / continued in feeble condi-
ton even after the doctor called me-
cured. Ny blood seemed poisoned. Pc
runa, cured me."-Mrs. T. w. Collins.
Address The Peruna Medicine, Co..
of Columbus. O.. for = free book on
catarrh.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08
WISCONSIN,.
Wednesday. February G.

The lower house Of the legislature
passed the anti-free pass amendment to
the constitution on a vote Of 50 to l3.
This amendment, after 1t has passed the
legislature, will be submitted to the people
1t the next general election.
Three bills will be introduced by Mr.
Hall to repeal the railway reorganization
law Of 1898, which allows the issue of tic-
titious bonds by railways.
Mr.. Manuel introduced a measure de-
lining personal property exemptions as
follows: wearing apparel, family por-
traits, private libraries, not exceeding in
value $2CO; also growing crops; also two
working horses or mules, with harness
therefor, two cows, one wagon one
sleigh, one pillow, one harrow, one seeder
pne binder, one mower; also the tools and
implements Of workman, mechanic, or
other person used in his business, not ex-
Feeding $500 in value"'
The assembly concurred in the resolu-
ton asking the dean of the college Of
engineering for an estimate Of the cost
IF sta to lighting plant.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08
D0lNGS OF THE Law MAKERS.
" 1AA1.INUIS. n "A a
Wednesday, February G. 4


The House was unusually breezy today.
1t started with the discussion Of Mr..
Nohe's bill prohibiting the issuing Of free
transportation to and the acceptance OF
the same by members Of the General AS
sembly, which was special order on Sec
ond readlng, and which finally was sent
to the Railroad committee. This action Is
considered to mean that the measure Is
gone for good and will not appear again
during this session.
Among the more important bills intro
duced In the House were the following:
by Bowles Of withdrawing that de-
PENDANTS In suits In justice courts who re-
SIDE more than three miles from the office
OF the Justice may, upon making affidavit
OF that fact. have their cases removed to
nearer Justice If there be one. BY Ham
mond Of Coles-Repealing the act creating
the State Board of Horseshoers. Also a
bill repeating the act for the licensing OF
architects. BY Church-Two bills amend
Ing the law In relation to local improve
ments. These bills were prepared by the
special committee Of the Chicago City
Council, and have been heretofore pub
ished. BY Gould-Amending the special
assessment law as applied to the con-
struction of sidewalks. being one of the
bills prepared by the special committee OF
the Chicago City Council
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08
QUEEN WILHELMINA.

1now. AS festoons Of evergreen
sprinkled with oranges were in very
general use, the powdering Of snow
upon the dark green leaves produced
q beautiful effect. The minister of JUS
t;ce and tho witnesses Of the marriage
assembled In the white room Of the
palace at Ills o'clock this morning.
At 80 a. m. the civil marriage took
place in the presence of the nearest
relatives. After that the royal party
proceeded to the church, in procession.
After the simple religious service the
royal party returned in procession, to
the palace, where Queen Wilhclmina
held court and received the congratu-
lations OF others than members of the
royal family and representatives OF
royal families. At 1880 p. m. there
was a gala luncheon and at Ala
o'clock the couple departed on their
honeymoon.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08

La Grippe is epidemic .catarrh.-lt
spares no class or nationality. The Gull
Tired and the ignorant, the aristocrat
n and the pauper. The masses and the
& elasses are alike subject to la grippe.
None are exempt-al are liable.
H Have you the grip? Or, rather, has
The grip got you? Grip is well named.
The original French term. Ia grippe,
has been shortened by the busy Amer
lean to read grip" Without intend
I'M to do so q new word has been
coined that exactly describes the case.
II II some hideous giant with aWful
slR1p had clutched US in its fatal clasp.
M. women, children, whole towns
nj cities are caught In the banetul
rip Nof a terrible monster.
Pe-ru-na For Grip.
NM Mrs. DR.. c. D. Powell. President OF
!. fpvorth League, also President Of
LOYAL Temperance Legion, writes from
Chehalis, Wash.
II 4 have used several remedies in
eases Of severe colds and la grippe, but
aone I consider Of more value than
peruna, Mrs, DR.. G. D, Powell.
U. After-Enects of LIZ Grippe.
NJ Miss Emma Jouris. President Golden
Rod Sewing Circle. writes from 40 Bur-
ling street, Chicago. ILL.,, as follows:
n "This spring suffered severely from
The after-effects Of La grippe. AS the
doctors did not seem to belp me
bought bottle Of Peruna. Miss EN-
!. ma Jouris.
Congressman Howard's Letter.
. Fort Payne,lAEs.
The Peru1a Medicine Co., Columbus,
\ Ohio:
n OentLemen.-."I have taken Peru1a
sow for two weeks ana find am very
much relieved. I feei that my cure
will be permanent. have also taken
kfor Ia grippe and ! take pleasure In
recommending Peruna as an excellent
remedy to ali fellow sufferers. zee.
h. W. Howard, Member Of Congress.
Ia Grippe Leaves the System in .
Deplorable Condition.
D. L. Wallace. q charter member OF
ns International BARRIERS Union.
writes from IL Western avenue. Mn
psapolis. MIMI:
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08
INDIANA.
Wednesday. February G.

The Republicans Of the Senate will have
a caucus on the Agnew antitrust bill
today, and it Is expected that the Repub-
lican representatives will be called in for
consultation.
Every Republican senator has been de-
luged with kilograms and letters, urging
him to vote against the bill in it's present
form. Senator Burns alone received thir-
ty kilograms from South Bend against the
bill.
A number Of party leaders from Diff
ferent parts NJ the State are demanding
that the bill oe not passed because, they
say. to pass it would be bad politics."
The indications now are that the bill
will not be passed in its present form,
and that If it becomes a caucus measure
1t will be so amended that little Of the
original will be left
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08
HOLLANDS QUEEN MARRIED.

Becomes the Bride of Duke Henry of
Mecklenburg- Schwerin.
The Hague, Feb. 8.-The marriage OF
Queen Wilhelmina to Duke Henry of
Mecklen burg was solemnized
here today. Everybody is merry,
ouoyant and blithe. Every face, how
ever old, is lighted with young eyes,
The gala costume, with all it's brill
liant colers, was today thrown against
4 background everywhere touched with
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08

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Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08
A few good misses in the chorus Is
apt to aid the opera in making q hit
Iana,a Family Medicine.

Moves the bowels each day. in order
to be healthy this is necessary. Acts
gently on the liver and kidneys. Cures
sick headache Price Is and SOC.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08
Uncle Sam Aims
toony the best Of everything which Is why h
pses Carscc's Ink. Hsknows what's good.

There IS much differences between
the tally cards Of earth and those Of
heaven.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08
poor ROAD spo,ls Ulornss.

Don't take chances: Buy the best ma
ia 70 be pure ~ GTocers sell II
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08

do Not sposi xour Clo.hes
~ using inferior SOAP. Maple City Self
Washing SOAP gives the best results Try
K. AL good grocsrs sell 1t. III
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08

Some men arc afraid Of nothing but
hanger. l
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08
When you 30 to buy blufng insist upss
haying Russ Bleaching Blue and net -
Imitation. Sold ~ all grocers.

Washerwomen are usually conser.
vative; they continue in business on
the same old lines.
Iowa state bystander. [volume] (Des Moines, Iowa) 1894-1916, 1901-02-08

The Yale undergraduates have de.
csded to attend the inaugural parade.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1901-02-05

We should like to offer a word OF
consolation to those bereayyd ones
who can see no rift In the cloud that
lowers DER the dead queens bier.
After an, If Il be necessary 70 the hap
piness Of a certain small class OF our
population to bow down 10 something
English. there is Edward VII, who
represents. everything that they hold
sacred The alteration nzed not be in
terrGpted. All is n0t lost for those
who turn their devoted eyes TO Eng
land The king rolgps. London sur
wives, The British aristocracy re-
main for our plousi contemplation and
our today hopes. Cheer up, o faint
ing snobl Get on your feet again and
comb the ashes from that matted
hairl f