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The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
RRApsraEET,s REVIEW.

New York, April 17.-Bradstreet's to- morrow will say:
 Wet weather has retarded retail trade and accentuated the quiet in textiles at wholesale usual at this season. A bene- fieial factor of the Easter rush. however. Is an improvement in collections, despite bad roads and weather, and activity in farming work. Export trade is expand ing cotton and corn being leaders and manufactured products are also going abroad In large volume. Past years re- cord has already been surpassed. With improved transportation and better sup piles of coke, iron production is surpass- ing all records. This has resulted in some further weakness in pig, but finish ed products are in unprecedented demand and foreign steel is arriving in increased volume to eke out domestic needs. Rail- road earnings are the best ever recorded for this season, gross receipts for March exceeding those of a year ago by about IA per cent.
 The high prices of cotton and the numer- ous labor troubles unsettled the demand for manufactured goods Mems wear wooen goods for fall delivery are re- ported rather backward, and raw wool has steadied slightly. The theory ad- vanced last week that the sugar trade was grounding at the bottom, has re- ceived support in the increased prices of raw and refined sugar this week. Golf fee has weakened in the absence of sup port from the direction noted last week, that of destroying low grade Brazilian supplies and new record low prices have been touched by futures"
 Manufacturing industry is active the country over. Building Is very brisk, en- tailing a heavy movement of lumber, hardware paints and glass. Leather is strong in sympathy with the firmness in hides and with the general activity re ported In the manufacturing throughout the country. Reasonable changes are re- sponsible for a slight advance in butter.
 Wheat, including flour, exports for the week ending April 16, aggregated 2,977777 bushels, against 2,63S ss5 last week, 4,11s,- 10S in this week a year ago and 5,30G217 in 1901. Whet exports since July 1 aggre- gate 181. .190,551 bushels, against 206,S05, "A last season and 167,37S209 in 1900.
 Corn exports aggregate 1,677,621 bushels, against 2654 732 last week, and 400,733 year ago, and ,401 in 1901. For the fiscal year exports are 5l,66s,sS9 bushels
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
BAD WEATHER IS RETARDING TRADE Dun and BradStreet See Some
 Danger to Crops IRON SITUATION ALL RIGHT Output of Over soo,ooo Tons of Coke Weekly and Plenty of Cars for
 Furnaces Has Removed
 All Alarm.
IRON SITUATION ALL RIGHT

New York, April 17.-R. c. Dun & Co., s weekly review of trade tomorrow will say:
 Cold and wet weather the past week in many sections of the country retarded retail trade in spring and summer wear ing apparel. Jobbers also felt the effects in a lessened activity, and agricultural operations made irregular progress. Pro- duction of farm staples may not be cur tailed by the late planting. although in some cases there will be greater danger of loss at the end of the season through early frost. Traffic conditions are stead fly improving, yet some complaints are still heard, and further additions to mo- tive power and terminal facilities must be made in another season if congestion is to be averted at the next time of pressure. Railroad earnings thus far in April exceed last years by 12.5 per cent and those of 1901 by 21.4 per cent. Several factors tend to delay the placing of con- tracts for pig iron deliveries after July 1, which naturally weakens the tone, and 1t is reported that bessemer is freely of fered at $2O, valley forge, without att tracing purchasers.
 An output of over 9OO.OO0 tons of coke weekly and sufficient traffic facilities to keep furnaces supplied remove the alarm regarding future scarcity, and the sit- uation has become more normal, which makes 1t possible to ascertain to what extent prices have been inflated by special conditions. Thus far no accumulation of material is reported. The prospect fa- vors continued activity in demand after the present period of uncertainty Is past. Contracts for structural steel are also placed with great caution. It Is hoped that controversies in the building trades will be settled by May 1. in which casa large orders for steel shapes will be off, fered, as plans for many new bridges and structural works are now under considera- tion.
 Textile mills have not received any ma terial increase fin amount of new busi- ness and there is evidence that the ex- ceptional transactions of January and February will provide sufficient supplies for present needs. No improvement has occurred In the market for mems heavy weight woolens and there Is prospect of an unusually early opening of spring lines for next year in order to maintain activ- ity at the mills.
 Efforts to secure advanced prices on broad silks have not proved successful. As a rule the footwear market is quiet except for good purchases of heavy shoes by western jobbers. Only fair sales are reported of sole leather, and kid Is weaker.
 Failures for this week numbered PIP in the United States, against 261 a year ago. and IS in Canada, compared with "A last year,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18

.. or,orv form of PRIVATE DISEASE. caxuaI Weakness, etc., etc., are cured un- der plain guarantee.
 An condolences held inViolate'
 Concentrations at office or by mall in- vited without charge.
 rraatnent by mail for those who cam not visit us. . No written prescriptions. We furnish all Ouestion blanks for man or woman sent free on apphcatloh'
 Our institute is thoroughly equipped ,,,Itb all modern surgical electrical, X w., violet ray, galvan faradic battery. electric static machine, arc light cabi- nets and other modern electro and me- chanical theurapeutio devices for aiding ne in the scientific treatment of chronic diseases.
 Montgomery Advertiser: Dr. Dozier is ,ndorsed by the press and people of every section of Alabama.
 The Southern odd Fellow; We cannot add anything to the reputation Dr. o. T. Dozier has already acquired in the line of his profession, but we know him to be a brother Odd Fellow that can be relied on to carry out every promise he makes to those needing his services.
 Masonic Guide: Dr. Dozier comes from a family of prominent physicians, and with his full store of medical knowledge and his large experience in his profession can be relied on to treat disease in the most successful manner.
 Aee-Herald: His long record and ap- proved abilities entitle him to the proud distinction of standing at the head of his profession.
 offices, First avenue and Twenty-first street. Birmingham Ala.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
PRIZE FIGHTERS ARRESTED.

Baltimore, Md, April 1.-The police tonight rounded up half a dozen local boxers with their seconds, together with Al Hereford and the referee of three proposed bouts before the Flu reka, Athletic and Social clubs. Here ford says he Is the manager of regu- 1arly incorporated club, organized for athletic and social purposes.
 As no admission was charged and only members were present, he thinks he has a good case and will test the law, which prohibits boxing contests in Baltimore. The prisoners were re- leased on bail.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
PONY CONTEST AT ST. PAUL's.
Many candldateo Received Large Vote.
 Popular Young Lady.

The attendance at the bazaar at St. Pauls hall was much larger last night than on any previous night. The en- tertainment is being given for the benefit of the orphanage, and a large sum will be realized for that charity.
 A bouquet of flowers was voted to Miss Mattie Dewberry as the most popular young lady. The contest was very spirited and resulted in a large sum for the orphans. A half barrel of four was voted to J. F. Murphy of the Alabama Great Southern railroad shops.
 The pony contest now stands as fol- lows: Frank Loy, 224; Eugene Ross, SIG; Miss Aurelia Sewall, 246; Willie Kusick, 237; Hal Malloy, 34; Cecil Claude, 66.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
Mrs. Louisa c. FaIr.

Mrs. Louisa c. Fair, aged 6S years. died yesterday about noon at her residence near North Birmingham. The funeral services will be conducted from the resi- dence this morning at Il o'clock, and the interment will be in Elm Leaf cemtery.
 The deceased leaves nine children. They are C. B. Fair of California, J. c. Fair of Texas and A. V. Fair, Mrs. John l.. Thompson, John H. Fair Miss May Fair, Miss Rosa Fair, Miss Dinah Fair and La- fayette Fair, all of Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
HOTEL ARRIVALS

At the Florence-G. W. Cullen, Chicago; D. P. Walraven J. F. Carter, George l.. Austin, George H. Craft, Atlanta; W. K. White Huntsville; F. B. Dunlap, Der mont; H. W. Bowdey. Jasper; J. P. Weaver, Annlston; A. J. Smith, Ohio; J. c. Robertson, Cincinnati; D. D. Jones, Woodlawn; A. E. Herring, Atlanta; c. H. Burton and wife, Village Springs; K. P. Baldwin, Opelika; Frank Waltan, Repub- lie, Ala; D. G. Wilkanski, Savannah; II. B. Black. Baltimore; James Cain and wife. Searls, Ala; A. J. Hit. Philadel- phia; c. F. Seaburg. Wetumpka; c. G. Mlnstead. Winston. N. C.; M. S. Finch, Montgomery; J. G. Simpson. Chattanooga
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
BUILDING PERMITS ISSUED.

The following building permits were is- sued yesterday
 J. J. Kennedy, to erect a two-story frame dwelling on Nineteenth street be- tween Tenth and Eleventh avenues. to cost 5000
 J. B. McCarty, to erect a frame stable on Twenty third street and Sixth avenue, to cost S130
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
Mrs. wlnsIow's soothino svruo.

the best remedy for DIARRHOEA. Sold Inv druggists in every part of the world.
 Re sure and ask for Mrs. Winslow s
 Soothing Syrup" and take no other kind. Has been used for over FIFTY YEARS by MILLIONS of MOTHERS for their CHILDREN WHILE TEETHING, with PERFECT SUCCESS. It sOoTHES inc CHILD. SOFTENS the GUMS, AL LAYS all PAIN, CURES WIND COLO,
 and is twenty-five cents a bottle.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
RooDLERs ARE INDICTED.
Grand Jury at Jefferson City Returns
 Three True Bills.

Jefferson City, Mo, April 1.-The grand jury has returned three indict- ments to Circuit Judge Hazel. It is impossible to learn the names of the persons or the nature of the indict- ments, as arrests had not been made up to midnight, but it is reported that none of the indictments is against members of the legislature.
 Attorney General Crow is preparing other indictments that will be returned tomorrow. It is believed that the in- dictments are for perjury and bribery in connection with slot machines and alum bill legislation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS.

Bids will be received for erection of the First Christian church by D. A. Helmich. architect, corner Third avenue and street. Birmingham Ala. Plans and specifications can be seen at the office of the architect
 Bids to be submitted on or before the l6th day of May next
 Certified check and bond required. The right is reserved to reject any or all bids.
 D. A. HELMICH, Architect. 4-16-sa-we-t -to-5-16
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
MAN AND WIFE ARRESTED.
MT. and Mrs. J. R. 8. Barr Charged
 With Secretlne $eoo.

J. R. s. Barr and his wife, Susan Barr, were arrested yesterday afternoon on charge of grand larceny They were taken into custody by Deputy Sheriff c. H. Cole on a warrant sworn out before H. B. Abernathy, justice of the peace, by Anna Barr.
 The warrant charges that the couple took 5000 in greenbacks, money held by them as private bankers; that they fraud ulently secreted 1t with the intention of appropriatlng 1t to their own use; that the money was deposited with them for safe keeping by Anna Barr.
 Some time ago a young white man was arrested on a charge or the larceny of $9OO from a tool chest, but he was ac- quilted.
 Anna Barr yesterday swore out a war rant for the arrest of MT. and Mrs. Barr. They gave bond in the sum of $500 each
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
Notice.

This is to advise that Kansas City and Jacksonville Pullman Sleeping Car Line on Southern railway trains Nos. 35 and 36 has been changed to Kansas City and Brunswick, Ga, Pullman Sleeping Car Line. Cars leave Birmingham daily at 4:10 p. m, arrive Brunswick 6:55 a. m. following day Returning, leave Bruns- wick 9:05 D. nn., arrive Birmingham Il AS A. m J. c. LUSK,
 4-17-2t District Passenger Agent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
BOARD OF TRADE COMMITTEE. Will Investigate Petition of Telephone
 Company for Increased Rates.

John O'Neill, chairman, has called 8 meeting of the Board of Trade committee for Monday to investigate the question of allowing the telephone companies to in- crease their rates
 Manager Polk, of the Peoples Home Telephone company will appear before the committee. It consists of B. H. Cooper, Oliver Chalifoux, John O'Neill, J. M. Dewberry and MT. Rotholz. The company is asking for an increase of 5O cents a month.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
Arrested for Reckless Driving.

The mule team of H. E. Kramer of Gate City was struck by an outgoing East Lake car yesterday on First avenue at the corner of Twenty-fourth street and one of the mules was killed. The motor- man of the car was J. Carroll and he and Charlie Walker, the negro driver of the team, were arrested on a charge of reckless driving.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
At the Rllou.

The Huntley-Moore Stock company gave a very clever presentation of Clay C1em- ents' comedy drama, "The New Domin- ion," at the Bijou last evening, and will present the same piece at today's mati- nee and night performance Between the acts at the performances today several clever vaudeville numbers will be intro duced.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
No Arrests Made.

Coroner Paris was called to Arling- ton yesterday afternoon. A negro boy, Clifford Miller, about 12 years old, died at that place yesterday. His parents were not at home, and neighbors found him dead among quilts on bed. They suspected he had been abused until he died No arrests have been made.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
ExSURSIoN RATES
To Richmond, Va, and Return Via
 Southern Railway.

Account Southern Educational Confer ence, Southern railway will sell round- trip tickets to Richmond, Va, April 20 and 21 at rate one and one-third fare; final limit April 2S. Through Pullman Sleeping Car Birmingham to Richmond Further information cheerfully furnished upon application. Telephone SIT.
 J. c. LUSK, 4-17-4t District Passenger Agent
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
$5OO,OOO to lend merchants and manufacturers. Ala bama Real Estate and Insur- ance Co.,, 1l6 N. 2lst St.

Why suffer with the heat when you can buy an electric fan at factory prices. Bir- mingham Railway, Light & Power Go.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
Dentists Meet.

A meeting of the dentists of Birming- ham was held last night at the offices of Perkins Bros. on Twentieth street. Plans were discussed for the entertainment of the visiting dentists of the Alabama State Dental association, which meets here May 12.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
While the cold snap lasts let us repair your refriger- atOr. s. SPIRO.

If you only had steam con- nected to your building it would not necessltate your starting up the boiler so late in the season. B. R.. l.. & P. Go.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18

against 25O23,7 785 last season and 152, s21,- SS9 in 1901
 Business failures in the United States for the week ending April IS, number 16O against 152 last week, 193 in the like week of 1902, PIP in 1901. 161 in 1900 and 1S7 in 1899
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
AMUSEMENT IFS.
At the BIJou-Huntley-Moore Stock company all week. Usual matinees.
Joseph Jefferson.

The sale of seats for the Joseph Jehfer- son engagement will commence this morning at the Jefferson theatre. The play will be Rip Van Winkle," and the capacity of the theatre will probably be tested,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18

Marr ago Llcenses.-Marriage licenses were issued yesterday to Beab Carroll and Dolly Hill, V. A. Garnett and Mrs. R. Maide Sison, Henry Will Hams and Mrs. Maggie Fields.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18

MacaronI Factory.-A macaroni fac tory will be built at the southwest cor ner of Avenue D and Fourteenth street by P. J. Serio, who will engage in the manufacture of that staple on an ex- tensive scale. It Is said that the fac tory will employ about twenty-five men
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
MORE MONEY FOR HANcEvILLE.
Several Contributions Reported Yester-
 day-TotaI $699.

The total subscriptions that have been received toward the relief of the Hance- ville cyclone sufferers now amount to S699 Mrs. J. w Gillespie, who has been in charge of the canvass, reports the following contributions and wishes to thank the donors on behalf of the relief committee:
 r,ra,,io,,eI,, anro,ocod Se52 m
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
Cdfdrrh InUiteS Construction

4ESCGSCO k\SCOBS It weakens the delicate lung tissues, deranges the digestive organs, and breaks down the general health.
 It often causes headache and dizzi- ness, impairs the taste, smell and hearing, and affects the voice.
 Being constitutional disease it re- quires constitutional remedy. Hoods gdrS0p0riii0 Radically and permanently cures ca- tarrh of the nose, throat, stomach, bowels, and more delicate organs.
 Read the testimonials.
 No substitute for Hoods acts like Hoods. Be sure to get Hoods.
 "Y was troubled with catarrh 20 years. Seeing statements of cures by Hood's ssr- sapazillA resolved to try 1t. Four bottles entirely cured me-" WILLIAM SHERMAN. 1eeo 9th 6A, Milwaukee, Wis,
 Nood'a emrse parIHa prornases to cssro and keeps tho promise.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
ECZEMA, NO CURE, NO PAY.

Your druggist will refund your money if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure Ring worm, Tetter, Old Ulcers and Sores, Pin- ples and Blackheads on the face, and all skin diseases. 50 cents. 10-25-1y-sat
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18

Alabama Brewing Go.
 ssBohemian Beer. "
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18

All kinds of cuts. Age-Herald En- graving Department
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
ED. E. WILLIAMS MandQer
DRS. DOzIER & O., PHYSICIANS, SURGEONS AND FIX.
 PERT SPECIALISTS.

Treat successful ly all Nervous, Blood, Skin. Rec tai. V en Q r e a l, Genito- Urinary and Female Complaints and Delicate Dis orders of Men and w o m e n. Nearly all operations of surgical character d o n e WITHOUT PAIN to the pa- tient-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18
CITY ITEMS.

Petition In Bankruptcy.--A petition in bankruptcy was filed yesterday by J. Hoffman.
 Increase Stock-A petition was filed in the probate office yesterday by the Birmingham Livery company to be al- lowed to increase It's capital stock from $40, ,000 to $50,000.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18

W. F. Greaves, general southern freight agent of the Big Four, returned yesterday iron an extended trip through his terri tory.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-04-18

A. B. Freeman. travelling passenger agent of the Queen and Crescent, is out on the south end for a few days.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1903-05-09

Water in Lutherville All Right M.
B. Corkran writes as follows to the Baltimore
News: I'm your issue of this date you state
that DR.. o. Donovan mentioned in paper he
read at meeting of the Medical and Chirur-
gical Faculty of Maryland the unsatisfactory
condition of the drinking water at Lutherville,
which depends on Jones falls for its supply.
Would it not be better, before making such
statement, to ascertain the true state Of the
case? Lutberville has never drawn on Jones
falls for any water, but depends on that fur
nished by the Baltimore County Water and
Aigburth Park which is unsurpassed by any
water in the State. The analysis of this water
shows it to be equal to the famous Chattolanee
water"
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1903-05-09
Pen-Mar Open on Decoration Day, Satur-
dav Nav 3Oth

Pen-Mar will open on Decoration Day, May
Goth. and every pleasant and enjoyable feature
of that popular mountain resort will be in full
swing as during the regular season. Prof. BOhls
new orchestra will be in attendance at the dane
ing pavilion, the diningroom will be open under
the direction of Caterer Crout, and the usual
diversions of the park can be enjoyed by every
one. In addition to excursions on Decoration
Maryland Il. r., including Baltimore, the Balti-
more & Ohio X. r. will run special excursion
from Washington. Excursion tickets will be
sold at all points on B. s. c. v. r. R., also main
line west of Edgemont, at rates prevailing dur
ing the regular summer season. Tickets will be
limited to date. In addition to regular trains 3
special train will leave Pen-Mar Park at II p. NJ.
for Hagerstown and intermediate stations. and
at lilo p NJ for Chambersburg and intermedi-
ate points. Decoration Day should prove a gala
occasion at Pen-Mar Park.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1903-05-09
Dvnamite Exnlosions Cause Alarm.

Dynamite Explosions Cause Alarm
some person 4r personss unkno t ~ nays Deen
Texas, N. c. R. R., causing considerable anx-
iety among residents Two explosions have
occurred thus far one on Tuesday evening
about $50 o clock and the other about Q clock
Wednesday morning. The first went off at
stone house occupied by Arch Wye, colored.
The dynamite had been placed at the sill of
inmates were greatly alarmed. The early
morning explosion was near the Bosley lime
kilns, where men were engaged in attending
the kilns. They were greatly excited. The
damage was slight at both places.
1t is said exception is taken to the colored
and some foreign laborers coming to work
about the quarIies. and the explosions are to
intimidate them. The reports were heard for
a considerable distance from the village.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1903-05-09
Reduced Rates to San Francisco and Los
Angeles via Penna. Railroad.

On account of the meeting of the Master
NAV 10 to %, the Pennsylvania Railroad Compa-
nv will sell excursion tickets to San Francisco
or Los Angeles, May II to II. inclusive. good to
Yetrn until Juy 49, from all stations on its lines,
at reduced rates. These tickets must be valida-
fed for return passage, for which the usual fee
of fifty cents will be charged. For further par
ticulars concerning rates, routes and conditions
of tickets consult ticket agents.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1903-05-09

ing the month of April the Sparrow's Point
blast furnaces made.30 $40. 1877 tons Of pig iron,
the best previous record of that department
being %, 632 94S tons in April, 1900. The Besse-
mer department made $1,000 018 tons of steel,
with best previous record of 36 427.054 tons,
made in March of this year. The rail mill
rolled 80, 1872 1897 tons of rails against best
previous record of 81 ,356170 tons rolled last
month. All these figures are the highest ever
made by these departments since the starting
of the plant.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1903-05-09

Circuit Court.-WiIliam ]. O'Brien, etc.,
vs. Alcinda NJ. Chapel; demurrer overruled.
William J. Nichol vs.. John T. Diven; de-
murrer to second count in declaration sustained
and amended declaration filed, and demurrer
to amended declaration argued and overruled.
The Kenneweg Company vs.. William w. Fin
ney ana William E Robinson, Co partners, trad
ing as Finney & Robinsonj removed from Har-
ford county ; verdict for the defendants. The
petit jury for March term was finally dis
charged on Monday.
The Baltimore County union. [volume] (Towsontown, Md.) 1865-1909, 1903-05-09

Church to be Dedicated.-The English
Lutheran Church OF Our Saviour, Groveland
and Garrison avenues, West Arlington has
been completed and will be dedicated at 8
o'clock next Sunday afternoon. Rev. William
S. Freas, D. D., of Grace Lutheran Church,
Broadway and Cough street, Baltimore, will
preach the dedication sermon, and Rev. A..
Stewart Hartman, d. D., general secretary of
the home mission board, will conduct the
financial part of the work. Each evening dur
ing the ensuing week a sermon will be preach
ed at o clock by minister from Baltimore.