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The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
STOCKHOLDERS OF
 THE LABOR TEMPLE
CONFIDENT OF BEING ABLE TO SELL ALL THE STOCK IN A SHORT TlME-THE BOOKS AuD- TIED.

A meeting of the stockholders of the Labor Temple was held last night in the rooms of the Bricklayers' Union on Twentieth street. About 300 shares of the stock were represented at the meeting and everyone expressed himself as being confident that the balance of the stock would be sold in a short time.
 An auditing committee of three, MT. T. L. Medders Mir. J. F. Coole and Mir. Len Teal was appointed and audited the books of the treasurer and secretary. They were found to be correct and the officer was compimented.
 The stockholders decided to hold a meeting on the second Monday night of every month in the Carpenters Hall in the Tomlinson building. The officers are: President, P. H. Moore; secretary and treasurer, w. F. McCartney; commission ers Harry Markee, F. x. Waldhorst and Fred Gatris.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
LITTLE BOYS TESTIFY
 IN COFFMAN CASE
CLAIM WITNESS FOR DEFENSE OFFERED THEM FIVE CENTS TO SHAKE HANDS WITH THE DE- PENDANT IN COURT ROOM.

The state continued the introduction of rebuttal evidence yesterday in the trial of R. D. coffman, the Brookside Justice of the peace, who is charged with the murder of the Rev. J. w. Bradford. the Methodist minister at that place
 Almost the entire population of Brook side has either testified in the case or has been down to witness the trial and see how things are going on. The state will continue It's testimony this morning
 The line of testimony brought out yes terday was largely to show the good character of the deceased and to impeach two of defendantss witnesses, Chester Linn and Bud Wingo, both of whom claim to have been eye witnesses of the kill ing
 Something of a sensation was developed by the testimony of the two little boys of the Rev. MT. Bradford, one of whom Is 10 and the other I years of age. They testified that during this trial they had been approached by a witness named Moseley, who offered the boys cents if they would walk up to Coffman in the court room and shake hands with him.
 Evidence was also introduced to show that there were i've shots fired altogeth- CT during the struggle between coffman and Bradford. The defense claims that there were but three shots fired.
 The hearing will resume this morn- ing at half past nine. The crowds at- tending the trial are still large and in- terest shows no signs of abating.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
PRESIDENT OF SEABOARD
 SAYS BELT HAS BEEN SOLD

President John Skelton Williams of the Seaboard Air Line arrived in the city yesterday morning for the purpose of looking over the situation and perfecting certain details in connection with the company's proposed terminals in Bir- mingham.
 He expressed himself as being entirely satisfied with the progress which was being made by the Seaboard in It's litiga- ton with the Belt Line, and remarked that the effect of having the important franchises granted by the city of Bir- mingham passed on at once by the courts would only be to remove all doubts for the future and make the franchises that much more valuable.
 He said that he had positive informa- ton confirming the sale of the Belt Line property by the Atkinson interest to the St. Louis and San Francisco. In refer ence to MT. Atkinson's denials last week. of the sale by the Belt Line were incor- rect and had probably emanated from the Seaboard people. he remarked:
 MT. Atkinson's denial either proves that the Seaboard people ore much bet ter posted than he Is in regard to matters which he ought to know all about. or else there is a wide difference between MT. Atkinson and the Father of his Country, who acquired fame in early life in connection with a certain cherry tree episode
 MT. Williams was asked if there was any truth in the report that the Seaboard contemplated an extension of its system to the Mississippi river or elsewhere, He replied that there was nothing definite to be said in regard to any further exten- sions of the system at the present time, but that the Seaboard would probably be operating into Birmingham by tho first of Jenusry next.
 Mir. Williams Leaves Today.
 Mir. Williams will leave for Richmond or New York today, but will perhaps re- turn to Birmingham within the next ten days.
 Though Mfr. Williams made no state ment In regard to the relations between the seaboard and the Frisco System. it Is believed that the interests of the two systems are in a measure mutual and that the differences heretofore existing between the Belt and the Seaboard will be adjusted since the Belt has been ac- quired by the Frisco. That is manifested by the above interview with President Yoakum of the Frisco. Indeed he says plainly that no further efforts will be made to block the Seaboard.
 It may be that Presidents Yoakman and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS.

The following deeds have been placed on record:
 W. E. Minter to H. H. Mitchell, s11O0 west half of southeast quarter of sec- tion 35. township IA; southeast quarter of northeast quarter of section 35, town ship IA; southwest quarter of northwest quarter of section S5 township IA, range 4; west half of southwest quarter of sec ton 36. township A. range 4; west half of northeast quarter of east half of southeast quarter of section 35, township II, range 4.
 L. M. Robbins to H. H. Mitchell, 5000, northeast quarter of northeast quarter of section ?. township 15. range 4; west half of southeast quarter of southeast northeast quarter; west half of north east quarter; east half of southeast quar- ter of section B. township IA, range 4; southwest quarter of northwest quarter; west half of southwest quarter of sec- ton 36. township A. range 4; east half of southwest quarter of southwest quar- ter of section 35, township 14. range 4.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
SNdustvlaA News.

The Republic Iron and Steel Company's new furnace at Thomas was lighted yes- terday. Miss Maude Adams. daughter of Assistant District Manager J. H. Adams applying the torch. In addition to the local officers there were present Presi- dent Alexis W. Thompson and Secretary and General Auditor Y. B. Yaagsma- MT. c. .. Bolton of the M. A. Hanna Con- pany of Cleveland and several other men connected with the iron trade were also present The first run of iron will be made tonight.
 MT. Thompson, who is one of the best furnace men in the country is greatly pleased with the working of the blowing engines and he is satisfied that the fur mace will do all that the builder has promised for it.
 This Is the largest as well as the most completely equipped furnace in the south. It will turn out over 200 tons of steel a day at the start Later on It's output will probably be over 300 tons.
 Mir. Thompson said that the furnace cost a little over half a million dollars, but that the development Of mining prop critics and the building of new houses made necessary by this addition to the plant at Thomas brought the outlay to over $1,O0O,OOo The Republic has spent within the last twelve months for inn movements. development and construc- ton in the Birmingham district over H,- 100000.
 The officers of the Republic report a scarcity of labor at Thomas, The houses there are all roomy and comfortable, many of them being new. The water is pure, the school system is excellent and the employees both white and colored, are we'll cared for.
 The Sloss-S Sheffield Steel and Iron Com pany's labor saving equipment at its brown ore mines at Russellville is bring ing results that are fully up to expecta- tons. In May the company mined and washed at Russellville 33,00 0tons.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
.Rec0rd 0f CoMrts.

In the City Court the case of the Lock- wood Manufacturing Company vs. the Southern Railway Company resulted in a verdict of $4s7O Plaintiffs sued for some lumber which defendants claimed to hold for demurrage charges.
 In the second division the case of Dr. L. James vs. the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power Company is on trial. Plaintiff Is suing for $2O,OOo damages, al- leging that he received personal injuries while getting off car.
 In the Circuit Court the case of An drew w. Waldroud vs. the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power Company was settled for $400
 The case of Thomas W. Dacus vs. the Birmingham Powder Company Is on trial. Plaintiff was an employe of de- fendant and was burned by powder ex- plosion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
TO GET OUT NEW DIRECTORY.
Publishers Are Here Arranging for
 Publication of Book.

Connolly & Ritter, the Chattanooga pub fishers, who have come to Birmingham through the Commercial Club, to publish city directory this year. are here ar ranging to issue the book. They have just returned from Knoxville, where they went to press last week with a new d. rectory for that city MT. G. M Connolly, in talking of the Birmingham book said
 We will do all the work here have the type set, printing dore and secure men to do soliciting from local persons, thereby making the directory a home product. It will be gotten up in excellent style, though the work will not begin un- til October. We will expect to go to press in January. wo will give the trade bodies twenty-five copies for free distribution in other cities. and will place as many in hotels within a radius of 125 miles from this city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
THE MEDICAL SOCIETY.
Portraits of Eminent Alabama Physi-
 clans Grace Meeting Room.

The Jefferson County Medical Society held a semi-monthly meeting last night at the city hall. This was the first meet ing of the society held there, and they passed a resolution of thanks to the Mayor and Board of Aldermen for al- lowing them the use of the public as- sembly room for their meetings. Dr. J. C. LeGrande presented a report notify ing the society of this action by the Council.
 Papers were read by Dr. U. J., W. Pe- ters and Dr. George s. Brown. Dr. Wyatt I1efiin told of an interesting case.
 The society decided to obtain portraits of the eminent Alabama physicians and hang them in the meeting room. Indi- vidual members promised these por- traits among which will be those of J. Marion Sims, John A. Wyatt, James Cochran and Latham Bozeman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
coRoNER'S HARD LUCK.
Twenty.two of His Ducks Poisoned and
 Eight Hens Stolen.

Some one has evil designs against Cor oner Paris hens and ducks, and the coroner is in consequence very much up- set Some weeks ago he found 22 of his ducks poisoned beside tho creek that runs by his house. Sunday night some one entered his hennery at Green Springs after prying off the paddock on the door, and stole eight fine hens. Friday night some one stole bridle from his barn.
 .I don't know what is going to hap pen tonight" said the Coroner yesterday. but if I see anybody on my place at unseemly hours I am going to shoot"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
TEMPLE EMANUEL
Officers Elected for Ensuing Twelve
 Months-Feast of Weeks.

The congregation of Temple Emmanuel has elected these officers for the ensuing twelve months: President, Simon Klotz; vice president, M. V. Joseph; treasurer, Ben M. Jacobs; secretary, F. Greenfield; trustees, A. B. Loveman, E. Lesser, II. M. Beck, c. Rothholtz Joseph Breitman and s. Spiro
 The celebration of the Feast of Pente- cost or Feast of Weeks will begin this evening at the temple at o'clock and will be continued tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
DEATHS ANDFUNERALS
Edward Read Smith.

The remains of Edward Read Smith were brought to Birmingham yesterday morning and inferred in Elm Leaf cem- etery. He was found dead in room in the hotel at Greenwood Miss, Saturday morning Heart failure Is believed to have been the cause of death, as he had been sufferer from heart disease for some time.
 The deceased was $ years old and leaves a wife, five sons and two daugh- ters. Several Of the sons are residents of Birmingham
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
EXAMINING TEACHERS.
Elghty-six Applicants Want Places In
 Public Schools.

An examination for teachers was begun yesterday at the High School and will be continued today. There are S6 appi- cants for the position of teacher in the city public schools The examination is being held by Dr. J. H. Phillips, super intendent of education, MT. J. B. Gun ningham, principal of the High School, and MT. J. D. May.
 The names of the successful applicants will be handed in to the board of educa- ,tion at It's next meeting and will not be announced until the body acts on the matter. The names are placed on the list of eligible teachers and whenever there is a vacancy 1t is filled from this list
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
SINNERS MEET TODAY.
seventy-five Representatives of 8. c
 S. Association Are Here.

The Southeastern Cotton Spinners As sociation will meet today in the rooms of the Commercial Club in the First Ma tional Bank building.
 MT. T. l.. Wainwright. the president, will preside. He Is superintendent of the mills at Stonewall. Miss. The associa- tion is composed of from 75 to 100 dele gates, representing majority of the cotton mills of the south.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
GREEN MAY DIE.
His Arm Amputated and Grangrene
 Sets In.

It Is possible that Tim Green, who was shot Saturday night in a saloon at 1921 First Alley, will not live. His arm was amputated yesterday and gangrene set in. The physicians thought they would be able to save the arm, but sufficient blood could not circulate through the few blood vessels not cut by the razor.
 The negro who cut Green has not been caught. The one who struck him on the head with billiard cue is in jail. The charge against him will be changed to murder should Mir. Green die.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
WILL TRY POLICEMEN.
Police Commissioners Will Investigate
 Recent Fights at Police Station.

Four policemen will be tried tonight charged with conduct unpeooming an of- ficer. The police commission will be the juGge and the jury. Two defendants are Joe Cunningham and Bob Waldrop, who engaged in personal difficulty at police headquarters Friday afternoon. Waldrop sappod the face If Cunningham. who had called him a liar.
 The otker two are Uncle Bob Mccall lum and John s. Oldham, charged with a similar breach of rules while on a North Highland ear en route home Friday night
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
RAISED BILL.
George Higgins, Negro, Is Fined for
 Passing Bad Money.

George Higgins. a negro, was fined $50 and 30 days yesterday afternoon by Judge Feagin cn a charge of raising counterfeit money. The money is on the Eastern Bank of Alabc ma st Eufaula.
 It seems the bank intended to issue money some years ago, but 1t was print cd only or one side, not signed by either the president or cashier, and never past ed together. .he printed side of each be- ing turned outward, and in such condi- tion 1t Eras passed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
A SUNDAY WEDDING.
MT. Robinson and Mrs. Marshall Were Married at Dr. Steele's Reeidence.

MT. W. F. Robinson and Mrs. Kate Marshall were married at the residence of Dr, I. D. Steele Sunday evening at 9 o'clock in the presence of several friends. The bride was attired in lovely gown of blue silk trimmed with lace She car ried white carnations.
 MT. Robinson Is one of Birmingham s prominent business men and the bride is known to a large number of friends and is highly esteemed.
 A reception was held after the ceremony at the home of the bride. After a two weeks tour of the eastern cities they will be at home at aOs1s North Twentieth street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
TO CONVERT MARKET.
etaIls Will Be Utilized for Stores h
 New City Hall.

Architect T. 4. Heln.ich. who designed the city hall, has completed his plans for rcmodeitng the space reserved for a market and changing 1: into three stores. The City Council at recent meeting authorized ihis change to be made pro- yided tho cost of alterations cid net cx- cesd sloto. Tho space reserved for a mar kc; was found co he too small. and 1t was thought that it coulG easily be rented as stol c.i Tn fact the Mayor already has enc application for ore of the stores at a rental of SIS per month.
 Alabama Brewing Go.
 Bohemian Beer"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
RETAIL CLERKS.
interesting Session Last Night, With
 Clothing salesmen Out In Force.

Retail Clerks Local No. 123 met in reg ular session last night with President Morgridge in the chair.
 The attendance was the largest for some time and very interesting ses- sion was held.
 The clothing salesmen were out In full force. and reported that union cards were in greater demand than ever before. They have stimulated No. 123 and as a result several reinstatements have been made and candidates initiated.
 The local Is in a fiourishing condition.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
infant of G. M. Smith.

The infant sen of MT. and Mrs. G. W. Smith died yesterday al it's parents home. 1407 Fifth avenue. The remains were shipped to Norcross, Ga, yesterday af- terno5n by Taylor and Company
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
SALE OF THE BELT LINE ROAD TO
 THE FRISCO SYSTEM IS CONFIRMED
ASKS JURY TO PROBE
 THE GOLDSTEIN FIRE

plainsd they have the right to have Its origin looked Into by jury.
 Sheriff Burgin will summon the Jury today and a hearing will be had without delay. The fact that a demand for in- vestlgation has been made does not re- fleet on Mir. Goldstein as the statute gives the right to have an investigation when- ever the origin of fire is unknowni
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
(. s. Montgomery.

The remains of c. g. Montgomery, who died Sunday from injuries received at the ore mines at Ishkooda, were sent to Salisbury. N. C., yesterday evening. They were accompanied by the bereaved mother and brother of the deceased.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
Frisco Paid 100000 for Belt.

New York. June 9.-(Special'> 1.-The Financial Chronicle says the St. Louis and San Francisco Railroad has pur- chased all the stock and bends SoOO,oOO of each) of the Birmingham (Ala.) Belt Railroad, for $e0000o. The Belt Line in- cludes about 16 miles of track, used Tor freight in and about Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10

No man can work we'll with a torpid liver or constipated bowels. A few doses of Prickly Ash Bitters will quickly re- move this condition and make work a pleasure.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10

Williams will personally meet in few days and agree upon terms and uses of terminals in Birmingham which will be mutually advantageous Such might re- duce the volume of land needed for ter minals by the Seaboard. but already this system is supposed to have acquired some advantageous property.
 It is known that none of the great rail- road systems entering Birmingham have opposed the seaboard coming here. At least none have openly manifested any opposition, however they might feel. To all outward appearances they have join ed with the citizens in welcoming It's coming. The only opposition has been from the Belt, and 1t appears that this contest will soon be ended
 Immediately the injunctions now pend ing before the courts are dissolved, ei- ther by the courts or, possibly, by agree ment between the Frisco and the Sea- board. the Seaboard will begin actively laying tracks and building terminals and within a few months will be operating trains Into Birmingham. Several miles of rails and ties are already here ready to be laid down and engineers and con- structorS are on the ground.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
President J, H. Purdy COningtO
 Appear Before Council
CALLED MEETING WEDNESDAY,
Chairman shoII of the Board of Health Issues a Statement to the Public Saying "BoiI the
 Water"

President J. Fl. Purdy, of the Birming- ham Water Works Company, will arrive in the city tonight at 10 o'clock with the expected reply of that company to the demands made upon 1t by the city that 1t commence work on a filtration plant. Today is the last day of grace which the company has, and the officials of the water company have notified Mayor Drennen of President Purdy's expected arrival, and the mayor has called spe- cial meeting of the council for tomor- row night to hear the reply, which Is based on the report of Sanitary Experts Benzenberg and Fuller, who were brought here by the water company to make a thorough examination of the water sup ply and an analysis of the water.
 The report was expected here yesterday but 1t was delayed by the printers who were setting 1t in type. It was stated yesterday by MT. A. M. Lynn that the officials here of the water company had not seen the report and that they were not in a position to say what 1t con- tained
The Birmingham age-herald., 1902-06-10
YoAKUM CONFIRMS DEAL.
Acquisrion of Belt Line Gives Frisco
 Clear Field to Tidewater.

St Louis. Mo-, June 9.-(Special )-Pres- ident Yoakum, of the St. Louis and San Francisco Railroad, who arrived from New York yesterday, confirmed the re- ported purchase of the Birmingham Belt Line by the Frisco road. Plans are now being perfected whereby the Seaboard Air Line will be extended westward to Bir- mingham thus affording an outlet to the Atlantic Coast at two or three important points for the St. Louis and San Francis co and also the Rock Island system, which reaches Memphis through its recently acquired Choctaw, Oklahoma and Gulf read
 The acquisition of tlie Birmingham Belt gives the Frisco a clear field to tide water. In addition to purchasing the Belt Line the Frisco acquired other val uable property and franchises in the Bir- mingham district The deal was nego- tiated in New York, during President Yoakums presence in that city. He con- siders the acquisition of the Belt Line as greatly enhancing the possibilities of the Frisco and especially will 1t make the road a factor in shaping trade with the old world