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The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1903-04-27

Valuable property Tor sale near the
center of city. Inquire at l22 Thomp-
son street. apr2O.6t
If you are interested in china paint
ing, you should see Miss CAROLS dis.
rlay at Stout's china store, 81 Pike
street mrl2'ti
In every home where there is piano
there should be piano player. There
is none better than the Harmonist. Sold
by the Thompson Music Company, Elk
Bridge building. feb-ls-tf
Nine acres lying near city for SALE
either as whole or in lots. See Post,
the real estate man, in Jacobs building.
mrl7-tf
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1903-04-27
Real Estate
Bargains.

One lot on Clay ST., 45xl5s, within
400 feet Of Main st.
One business building on W. Main
St., opposite Fourth. Lot extends to
Mechanic st.
Houses Of different size and price in
Adamston, Broad Oaks, Alta Vista,
and in all parts Of Clarksburg.
Lots in the Industrial Addition,
EAST Clarksburg.
II you are looking for a home or in
yeStnent, come up to the Office and
let's talk the matter over and II we
haven't got what you want no harm
done.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1903-04-27

Have your hont windows beautifully
and artistically decorated BY Frank G.
silycn 3 Co.'S representative. He can
do the work cheaper than you can buy
the goods and do it yourself. Call him
up at 3S2 Pike street. apr2O-6t
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1903-04-27
RAILROAD.
SCHEDULE OF TRANS.

EGO. MNIn Limo cINzlsobuzs ssoaOo
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
Pay Rolls of Many Factories
 Have Been TabuIated
FEW INCREASES ARE SHOWN
Wages In Southern Cotton Mills About the Same, While Northern Mills Show ncrease-Highest
 In Pacific States.

Washington, November 12.-The census bureau today promulgated a report on wages of employees in manufacturing es- tablishments in the United States. From the actual payrolls of 72O manufacturing establishments employing in 1900 about 250OOO employees. 30I different occupations in 3i industries have been tabulated. In the cotton manufacturing industry be- tween 1890 and 1900. wages of both men and women increased in the New Eng land states, but showed little change in the south. There was an increase of wages of both men and women in the woolen industry in New England.
 In dying and finishing textiles there was an increase for males in he New England states and a decrease in the middle states.
 For females there was little change. Wages in carpet and knitting mills show little change. In the agricultural im- pement occupations, involving mainly the central states, increases of wages have occurred with few exceptions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
BARTENDERS SAY THEY
 DON'T SELL TO MINORS

Tt is directly opposed to the constitu- ton and bylaws of the Bartenders union to sell vinous, spurious or malt liquors to minors" said Al Hamburger. presi- dent of the union, last night, "and so far as I know there has been no violation of this or the state law in the city of Birmingham"
 The statement of Mir. Hamburger was made In answer to questions concerning the protest made In yesterdays papers by the Women's Christian Temperance union of Birmingham.
 Continuing he said "On account of numerous inquiries made at my place of business I desire to correct the impress sion created by the statement issued by these good women. The practice of sell ing intoxicants to minors, as a rule, is not indulged in in this city. In fact Bir- mingham has less cause for complaint on this ground than any city in the south
 "Bartenders, as well as other good cit izens, recognize the bad effects of sell ing whisky or beer to minors, and we have tried our best to prevent it. If a man comes into a saloon where I am working who has not the appearance of being 21 years old I always inquire as to his age. If he tells me an untruth, of
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13

course I can do nothing more. I believe the statutes provide a penalty for a minor giving his age falsely under such circumstances. Feeling the necessity of enforcing this as well as other laws the Bartenders union decided that any per son who had sold whisky illegally could not be eligible to membership.
 Another thing we have studiously avoided and that is the selling of whisky or beer to a person who Is already under the influence of liquor. In other words we have tried to live up to laws in every particular but we are only human and if we err it is not for the purpose of making money or of violating the law. From a pecuniary point of view the sell ing of whisky to minors would amount to practically nothing as boys have com paratively little money to spend. It is the substantial business and substantial working men from whom the saloons de- rive most of their profits.
 While the Womans Temperance Union is engaged perhaps in a noble work The statement made in their protest does the bartenders as well as the proprietors an injustice. If all classes of the peo- pie did as much towards maintaining law and order as do the bartenders crime would be considerably lessened."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
STREETS ARE FREE
 FROM RUBBERERS
ARREST OF THE TWO YOUNG MEN HAS MADE POLICEMAN MURPHY A HERO WITH THE WOMEN OF BIRMINGHAM.

With the women of Birmingham Po- liceman Murphy is the hero of the day.
 He has cleared the streets of annoy ing Johnnies, and no longer do members of the fair sex fear to walk by Mims Stones, Venables, the Peerless and the Florence.
 By the arrest and conviction of two young men several nights ago Policeman Murphy has convinced the loiterers that he intends to carry out Chief Wiers in- structions, and for the first time in sev- eral years the move on" law is rigidly enforced.
 Very few young men stopped to watch the crowds coming from the theatres last night and the women felt an air of free dom which heretofore had been denied them. Two men stood for a moment in front of the Florence hotel for the pur- pose of taking farewell rubber" but Policeman Murphy had not relaxed his vigilance and they were respectfully re- quested to step inside. They stepped and the street was clear In front of Stones not person could be seen and at Vena- bles the ''rubbering" element was con- spicuous by it's absence.
 Every woman, young and old, took oc- casion to discuss the action of the police and all had a good word to say about Policeman Murphy and the entire de- pertinent. They now feel at liberty to hold their skirts as they please and not be confined to hoarse whispers while pass ing these we'll known resorts
 The two arrests seemed indeed to mark the passing of them that rubber"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
ATHENS.
Beautiful Church Weddine-Death Of
 an Esteemed Citizen.


 Athens, Ala. Nov. 12.-One of the pret. tiest church weddings witnessed in this place in a long while was that yesterday of MT. Adson Mitchell Mcconnell and Miss Richie Hollon, which took place al the Presbyterian church at high noon and was witnessed by large audience of friends and relatives. Dr. D. L. Parrish. pastor of the Methodist church, offciated The church was beautifully decorated The bride was unattended and carried a clus- ter of yellow chrysanthemums. She was suit, and immediately after the marriage they left for a visit to Washington, New York and other points in the east
 The groom is one of the most success ful and popular young business men of the town. The bride is the only child of Mr and Mrs. Neal S. Hollon, of this place.
 W. J. Irvine, one of the most esteemed citizens of this place, died Tuesday even- ing at his residence in this place His un- expected death was a severe shock to his family and friends. He was a brother of Mrs. Governor G. s. Houston of this place and of Mrs. c. s. Houston of Belle Nina. He married a daughter some years ago of pr. James Coleman, who, with a number of children, survives him. MT. Irvine was man highly esteemed for his splendid qualities.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
NEWSBOY TRAIN IS
 WELL PATRONIZED
LATEST INNOVATION OF THE L. & N. HAS BECOME VERY POPULAR. VERY CONVENIENT FOR DRUM MFRS.

The "Newsboy'' is the train of the day, citizens endorse 1t, drummers endorse it and every man, woman and child in the towns between Birmingham and Decatur are exuberant in their praise for the latest enterprise of the Louisville and Nashville Railroad company.
 That this train is an unqualified suc- cess is evinced by the fact that Captain Hobart, its veteran conductor has been on more than one occasion unable to go through the train and take up ordi- nary and mileage tickets between this city and Boyles,
 On several occasions this week the train has returned to Birmingham crowded and large number of passengers alighted from 1t last night.
 Captain Hobert, the conductor. said last night: "The train is a great success and becoming more popular every day. It's popularity from Blount Springs north is in special evidence, and every one seems to be highly elated When it be- comes more generally known it will even exceed its present popularity.
 Lawrence Bauman of Varley, Bauman X Bowers was seen when the train came in last night. It's the most convenient train" said MT. Bauman, running out of Birmingham l have just come in from Nashville, and it's the talk of the travelling men in the hotel Hobbies in that city.
 "You cannot imagine how many drum mers mentioned it to me. They say 1t is the greatest time-saver on their route as they can work two extra towns a day out of Birmingham. A drummer can leave Birmingham on that train and make Huntsville and Decatur and get back to Birmingham the same evening on number three"
 The ticket agents at the Union pas senger station say that great number of belated passengers apply for tickets after the train leaves
 The "Newsboy" leaves Birmingham at 6:l5 a. m. and arrives in Decatur at $40 a. m, and returning leaves Decatur at s15 D. m., arriving back in Birmingham at o'clock
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13

Wages in furniture factories declined in the middle states Slight increases are reported in the lumber and blaming mills in the central and Pacific states Rates in car shops fell In the foundries and metal working industry there appears to have been little variation in rates. Wages are highest in the Pacific and lowest in the southern states.
 The report gives returns from blast fur naees, pudding furnaces, rolling mills, Bessemer convertors. and open hearth furnaces. Owing to the prevalence of turn or tour duty in this industry, the rates given are for two weeks work, in- stead of a single week. In the middle states, the middle half were paid at rates of from $15 to $27 in 1900. and from $15 to BPS in 1890 for the two weeks work. In the southern state es the middle range at both periods is from SIS to $26; and Tn the central states at both periods the rates are about the same the middle half rang from $21 to $30 in 1900, and from $21 to $S1 in 1S90 Wages in bakeries showed little change. Wages in breweries indi- cate an increase during the decade.
 Cigar factory wages are practically un- changed in New England, but considera- bly higher in the middle states. Clothing factories indicate a decrease for men and a less marked decrease for women Glass factory rates have increased and flour mill wages show practically no change. Wages were lower in the leather trade, as machinery largely dsplaces skilled hand labor The tobacco industry in the south shows little change
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
FOUNDERS ADJOURN.
New Officers Are Elected and Other
 Business Transacted.

Washington, November 12-The sixth annual convention of the National Found CTS Association finished its business to- day and adjourned In accordance with the rotation in office, the retiring presi- dent, T. F. Towne, of Connecticut. was succeeded by Vice President l. w. Frank of Pittsburg, Pa. Antonio c. Pessano of Detroit, Mich, was elected vice president, and A. E. McClintoc of Detroit was re- elected secretary. and the State Savings bank of Detroit, treasurer. The admin istrators of the council include J. Leary, Cincinnati; c. E. Van Wynkle, Atlanta, and w. D. Tyner, Birmingham, Ala.
 There was a discussion of a general scheme for the equalization of wages throughout the country, but on this sub ject no decisive action was taken. This matter Is left entirely in the hands of the executive council.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
COMES TO STOP.
Commissioner Prouty Springs Surprise
 In Rate Inquiry.

Chicago November 12.-The interstate commerce commissions independent in- quiry into the reasonableness of freight rates fixed by ten railroads running be- tween St. Louis and Texas common points, came to a temporary stop to- day, owing to the suggestion of Commits sioner Prouty that a bill in equity might be filed against the defendants if 1t were shown by the evidence that they had made an illegal agreement in bringing about the advance.
 General Counsel M. Clardy of the Mis- souri Pacific Railroad company, objected to allowing one of the witnesses, w. C. Smith, giving further testimony. saying it was not proper that an inquiry started under the interstate commerce law, should be used to gain evidence for prosecuting the company under the sherman anti trust act
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
WILL HAVE ROSTER
 OF CLUB MEMBERS
BUSINESS AND OTHER MATTERS OF INTEREST TO MEMBERS OF COMMERCIAL CLUB WILL BE PUT IN LITTLE BOOK.

What will probably prove to be one of the best things undertaken by the Com mercial club will be a complete business roster of the members of the club, which will be printed about the first of the year.
 The idea Is to give briefly the name of every active member his business or oc- cupation and some brief comment on it. These little books are to be of such a size that they can easily be placed in an envelope and mailed all over the country.
 Secretary Gibson said yesterday:
 This idea will advertise the individual men of the club as well as the club and the city. It will enable business man to mail a friend brief outline of his business, also showing the relative busi- ness of other firms in the city
 All the advertising previously gotten out showed the resources of the city, country and the club, but none have ever benefited the individual members directly. This will benefit the men most, but also the city. county and the club. I think it is one of the best ideas the club has ever undertaken, and will prove a great advertising medium. It will be printed about the first of the year and will be very convenient"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
VESSELS BOARDED,
Ncaraguan Officers Try to Tax Turtle
 Fishing Fleet.

Kingston. Jamaica, November 12.-The first vessels of the Cayman Islands turtle fishing fleet to reach here, came in today They report that Nicaraguan officials boarded the vessels on the fishing grounds and attempted to collect the taxes re- gently imposed by the Nicaraguan gov- ernment of $2 for each member of the crews engaged In the turtle fisheries and of 50 cents for each turtle caught
 The fishermen refused to pay the taxes and presented to the Nicaraguan officials a letter from the governor of Jamaica stating Great Britain would place the Cayman Islands in the prosecution of their legitimate vocation outside the three mile limit. The officials left the fishing grounds without making any attempt to enforce the claim
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
SITUATION IS ONE
 OF HOPE,SAYS HUNT
GOVERNOR DISCUSSES CONDITION OF AFFAIRS IN PORTO RICO IN HIS ANNUAL MEsSAGE-ClvIL GOVERNMENT BENEFICIAL.

Washington, November 12.-In his an nual report of the condition of affairs in Porto Rico. made public today, Cover nor Hunt says that the situation is one of hope and that there is progress and improvement with strong current in fa- vor of Americanism
 Many people believe, he says, that the present form of government can be pre- served for some time the natives feeling that it is liberal In It's extension of pos litical autonomy, and general in it's finan, cia benefits
 Governor Hunts reports material growth in the commerce of the island, the total exports for 1903 being $14 S66,0O0, as against SIP, 3O9 900 for the preceding year. The re- port dsscloses the significant fact that for the first time since American sov- ereignty, the balance of trade is in favor of Porto Rico
 In closing Governor Hunt says the re- suits prove the wisdom of comforting civil government on the government In any situation which may arise, he says, the people will be found loyal to the United States.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
Elizabeth L. Roberts.

Mrs. Elizabeth L. Roberts, aged 67, died at o'clock last night at the resi- dence of her daughter, Mrs. George F. Wheelock, 1928 South Twentieth street She had been confined to her home for some time with a protracted illness. The funeral will take place from the resi- dence at o'clock this afternoon. In- terment at Elm Leaf cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
ENGINEERS MEET.
p. Byrne of Birmingham Made Second
 Vlce-President.

Chattanooga, November 12-A special to the Times from Nashville says:
 The annual meeting of the Engineering Association of the south was held here today with large attendance. The fol- lowing officers were elected:
 G. N. Ingram, Nashville president; c. s. Brown, Nashville, first vice president; r. Byrne, Birmingham, second vice pres ident; II. M. Jones, Nashville, secretary and treasurer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
NAVAL NOTES.
Cruiser Buffalo Sails for Guantanamo
 and Bahia Honda.

Newport News, Va. November 12.-The auxiliary cruiser Buffalo sailed for Guan- tanamo and Bahia Honda today, having on board the general naval inspection board officers.
 The protected cruiser Minneapolis came up from Old Point Comfort this after noon and will take on coal.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
MAGAZINE RIFLE
 IS SAT|SFAC
General Crozier Reports on U,
 S. Military Armament
AUTOMATIC MUSKET FAILS
Smokeless Powder Proves Advantage ous, While Sea Coast Defense Is In Fair State of Advancement.
 Islands Need Protection.

Washington, November 12-Brigadier- General Crozier, chief of ordnance, has submitted his annual report to the chief Of staff of the army. It deals mnutely With many experiments to improve the military armament. On the subject of the United States magazine rifle, Gen eral Crozier says that the results ob- tained from the few which were made by hand were so satisfactory as to secure the approval of the secretary of war for the adoption of this pattern. The reduc- tion in the length of the barrel from 30 to 24 inches, General Crozier says, met unanimous approval In all arms of the service. The general design and ballistlc qualities of this rifle, the report says, are markedly superior to those of the present service arm
 General crozier says that no automatic musket of satisfactory mechanical &C., tion has been presented. Nor does he think that the experiments with auto- matic pistols warrant the abandonment of the present service revolver for any of the types tried.
 ENpcFincntS ouCCcSSIui.
 Experiments conducted with the 16-inch gun. called for in the report of the forti- fications board, were attended with en- tire success, the report says. At the fourth round, with charge of $40 pounds of a special smokeless powder and a 240O- pound projectile, velocity of 2317 feet second, with a pressure of 36,7OO pounds a square inch, was attained.
 He adds that the use of smokeless pow der in such large charges was beyond the experience of the world" and the demonstration that 1t could be so used following the same law of burning as with charges of the size previously em- ployed. is something new in construc- tion of ordnance. The heavy armament of the seacoast defences, General Crozier reports to be in a satisfactory state of advancement, but says that the practice which produces skill in the use of the armament has now an importance greater than that of new installation
 Importance of Insular Defense.
 General Crozier dwells on the impor- tance of the proper defense of our insular possessions, saying:
 Ut may be that permanent possession of the islands could not be maintained continuously against an enemy that com manded the sea approaches thereto, but in the vicissitudes of war the contingency must be contemplated of complete disas- ter during such interval so that it would seem the part of common prudence to provide works which should enable a smaller force to hold out against large one for time"
 The report says that there have been issued to the militia, free of charge a total of 69063 magazine rifles, and 3605 carbines, with accompanying accountre- ments and equipments aggregating in value $1,269, 4S8.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
Declaration of Incorporation.

A declaration of incorporation was filed yesterday at the probate office to incor- porate the Loop-Draft Boiler company, which will have a capital stock of S10O, GOO.
 The officers of the company named are J. M. Bradley. president. II. A. Stockmar, vice president, secretary and treasurer. and J. F. Senter. manager. The principal place of business will be Birmingham and the company will manufacture machinery and will buy, sell and handle machinery in all ways.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
Elected Directors.

New York, November 12.-The following have been elected directors of the Ma tional Railroad Company of Mexico: Charles Tweed. Adrian Iselin. Jr.; Cleve- land H. Dodge. J. N. Wallace and L. F. Loree Speyer and Company, at the re- quest of the Mexican government. remain the fiscal representatives of the company,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
McClave Barred.

Princeton, N J.. Nov. 12-McClave. a prominent candidate for full back on the Princeton eleven, was today barred from playing against Yale Saturday by the fac- ulty committee on athletics. which ruled that he is ineligible on account of the four year rule. This is his fifth year at Prince ion
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
Gardner Gets Decision.

Lansing, Mich, Novemebr 12.-Gus Gardner won the decision over Dick Fitzpatrick in the tenth round tonight. The fighting was fast and clean. Gard ner nearly had his man out in the sixth and ninth rounds. but could not get in a knock out
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
PERSONAL.

William H. Dickson a member of the firm of Yeatman, Dickson X Co.,. returned yesterday from an extended trip of six months in the north and east. Mir Dick son went away in search of health, and he has returned looking much better and greatly improved
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
CITY ITEMS

Catholic Church Music.-St. Paul's choir rehearsed Memoli's mass No. 2 last night, and this tuneful and bril- liant work will be rendered next Sun day at 10:30 a. m., with Mrs. Putnam as solo soprano. The chorus will be supported by full orchestra.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
Many Are Idle In Cuba.

Havana, November 12.-Several hun dred persons have been thrown out of employment by the closing of the iron mines in Santiago. These mines are owned by the Bethlehem Iron company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13
Tin Plate Reduced.

Pittsburg, November 12.-An official an- nouncement was made today of reduc- tion in tin plate from s3.S0 to 8 60 box At a meeting of manufacturers of shaft ing. reduction. of per cent was made.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13

TO CURE A COLD IN A DAY. Take Laxative Promo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. E. W. Groves signature Is on each box. 25c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-11-13

Bronchial Troubles are often perma- nently cured by Pisos Cure for Consump- tion 25c per bottle