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The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
EXAMINERS SAVE
 STATE $43,616.54 MT. German Makes Interesting
 Report to Governor
424 EXAMINATIONS MADE
Greatest Defect In the Execution of the Law Seems to Be In the Assess ment of Taxes-ls Entirely
 Two Low.

Montgomery, December 2S.-(Special)- According to a special report made to the governor by State Examiner Cor man, the three state examiners discover ed that shortages to the amount of $4S,- 6165 due the state by various officials whose books were examined during the past year.
 This total is reached in 424 examina- tions made by the examiners. MT. Cor man examined the books of the off cials of Randolph, Elmore, Lowndes, Limestone, Bibb Wilcox. Marengo, Col bert, Hale, Franklin, Henry, Shelby, Blount, Morgan, Baldwin, Mobile, Ma con, Lee, Chambers, Escambia Conecuh. Bullock, Tallapoosa, Greene, Sumter. Dallas, and part of Jefferson. The amount found due in these counties was Mir. German examined the books of the Alabama Polytechnic Institute, Third District Agricultural college and Shelby county officials for the county.
 Examiner George F. Sedbury examined the books of the officials of Cherokee Choctaw, Clay, Cleburne, Coosa Dekalb, Etowah Geneva Jackson, Lawrence Lauderdale, Madison, Marshall, Perry, Pike, Russell, Talladega Tuscaloosa, Washington and part of Jefferson. He also examined the books of the offices of the secretary of state, the insurance commissioner Montgomery Normal col lege, state mine inspector, Montevallo Industrial school, Fifth District Agricul- tural school and special examinations in Lee and Clay counties. He also counted the money in the state treasury three times In the whole of these examina- tions, MT. Sedbury reported a total shortage of 1,255.62.
 Examiner Rutledge did not begin work until March 1. and his examinations in- cluded the books of the officials of Au- tauga, Butler, Chiffon, Clarke, Coffee, Covington. Crenshaw, Cullman, Dale, Fayette Geneva Lamar, Marriage, Mon roe, Montgomery Pckens, St. Clair, Winston and part of Jefferson. Also the State University, Insane Hospital, SUI perntendent of education, Sixth Dis trict Agricultural school University coal land leases, and made che count of the money in the treasury. The total short age discovered was $2,55z14.
 Commenting on the years work, Mir German uses this language:
 
 We find decided improvement in the service of the state The bookkeeping is much more methodical Most of the officials are competent and efficient, and show a commendable spirit to comply with the law In the discharge of their duties
 "The greatest defect in the execution of the law is in the assessment of taxes Most of the assessors comply with the statutory provisions in requiring tax payers to swear to and sign the assess ment list, and in adding the five per cent penalty but the assessment of property is entirely too low. As rule, lands are given in most of the counties for taxation for about fifty per cent of their actual market value. If assessors, tax commissioners and commissioners courts would perform their duty in ac- cordance with law, this can soon be rem edied.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
MET WITH FOUL PLAY.
James F. Graham of Francisco, Ala.
 Is Found in Serious Condition,

Scottsboro December 29-(Special J. James F. Graham of Francisco this coun- ty, is in very critical condition from the effects of a wound in the head. MT. Graham left his home at Francisco Tues day to go to New Market on business. Having gotten through he started back Wednesday and did not show up at home when he was due His brother and son became uneasy about him and went to look for him, and found him in an old outhouse by the side of the road nearly frozen stiff and terrible wound in his head. Physicians were at once summoned and pronounced the wound a very serious one It is not known how MT. Graham got hurt as he has been unconscious ever since he was found. It is thought he met with foul play. There is but little hopes of his recovery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
WILLIAM DALTON ARRESTED.
Sheriff Moore Brings the Prisone
 Back to Jasper.

Jasper, December 29-(Special.) )-Sheriff J. s. Moore returned this morning from Friars Point, Miss, where he went for William Dalton, charged with assault with intent to kill Lee Brassfield, a prominent farmer near America Mines. on December 29 1901 It is alleged that Dal- ton entered Brassfield's house during the night and dealt him a blow with blunt instrument, presumably a large pistol Brassfield was unconscious for several weeks and portion of his skull was re- moved in order to save his life.
 Dalton made his escape and nothing was heard of him until he was captured near Friars Point, Miss. by Deputy Sheriff Montroy last Wednesday, December B.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30

Hoyt's "A Texas Steerp was played al the Jefferson theatre last night to a fair sized audience The old comedy still re- tains all that made 1t vary popular al one time. but the company is not up to the standard required.
 The lines of the play demand clever act ors. Those in the company at the Jef- ferson last night exaggerated everything and interpreted the lines with too much of the slap stick style. The best mem- Der of the company was Charles Fen ton. as Lieutenant Green, U. s. A.
 One feature of the performance which was excellent was the quartete It con sisted of Messrs. Btters, Corbell, Nor gan and Maher and was as good as this seasons plays have brought here. The bass and tenor were particularly good.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
"David Harun."

The announcement of the coming of David Harum' is certain to arouse feelings of pleasure in advance to count less people, who are familiar with Wes- cott's book. The play is said to be a delightful reproduction of all of the amusing scenes so aptly and cleverly de- scribed in the book. The horse trade between Harum and the sanctimonious Deacon Perkins comes early in the play, and its humor is irresistible. Later the deacon is seen behind the balky horse during a heavy shower of rain. and this scene is described as being one of the most amusing that has been unfolded in years.
 David Harum" will be the New Years attraction at the Jefferson the ater. A holiday matinee will be given.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
J. W. PAGE WILL NOT
 GET THE CONNECTS
GOVERNOR JELKs STATES POSI- TIVEL THAT NO PERSON CON- vIcTED OF PEoNAeE WILL BE ALLOWED SUCH A CONTRACT.

Montgomery December -(Special.) J. J. w. Pace, nor any other of the Talla- poosa and Coosa county citizens con- victed on charges of peonage, will be per- mitted to again work convicts or super intend camps where convicts are worked.
 Governor Jelks was very emphatic in making a statement to this effect today. The recent act of the Tallapoosa county officials in awarding the county convicts to Pace has caused much comment, and Governor Jelks took very prompt action to prevent the lease from becoming eff fective. He feels sure that the Tallapoosa case will be abrogated by the county of ficials without further interference on the part of the executive.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
"The Eternal cjtv.v

One of the most notable theatrical at. fractions to be seen here soon Is Hall Gaines much talked of ''The Eternal City" with the specially composed Mas cagni music. Edward J. Morgan is star of the company, and Sarah Truax the leading woman. Frederic de Bellevile is prominent in the supporting company Frank c. Bangs has the widely discussed role of the pope.
 "The Eternal City, Is announced for next Monday and Tuesday and Tuesday matinee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
Boys ochooI for Huntsvif,a

Huntsville, December 29.-(SpeciaI)- Efforts will be made by Professor Neil son of Bolivar, Tenn, and Professor Pugh of Thomasville, Ala, to establish a boys training school in this city. The Cham Der of Commerce has taken up the mat ter and will secure the school if possible Chancellor Kirkland of Vanderbilt Uni versity at Nashville will visit Huntsville in the interest of the proposed school
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
ATTALLA MAY ISSUE BONDS.
Election Will Be Held January 30 to
 Pass on the Question.

Gadsden, December -(Special.)-A special election will be held in Attalla January %, 1904, when the question will be submitted to the people to decide whether or not they will authorize the board of mayor and aldermen to issue bonds of said city to the amount of s20,- O0j for the purpose of refunding outstand- ing bonds and the adjustment of the bonded indebtedness of the city If the issue is successful the bonds are to be dated February 1, 1904; run for thirty years and bear interest at the rate of 5 per cent.
 At the same time and place it will be submitted to the qualified electors of the city of Attalla for their determination by ballot whether or not they will author ize the mayor and aldermen of the city of Attalla to levy a tax and collect an additional tax of one-half of 1 per cent per annum on the real and personal prop erty situated in the city of Attalla for the purpose of paying the said bonds and the interest coupons thereon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
Marriage in High Jackson.

Scottsboro December 29.-(Special)- Married Sunday, December 27, 1903, at the residence of the brides parents Mir. and Mrs Hinshaw. near Garth, this county, MT. D. Knight to Miss Archie Hinshaw, the Rev. J. L. Jones officiating. These are two of the most popular young people at Garth and a host of friends join in best wishes
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
ment. There will be the usual perform.

ment. There will be the usual perform ance tonight.
 By special arrangement MT. Jake Wells announces for next week a return engage ment of the ells-Dunne-Harlan Musical Comedy company who will present the New York musical extravaganza success The Knickerbocker Girl. It is one of the largest and most elaborate productions ever given by the superb company. Seats will go on sale Friday morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
Retail Clerks Elect Officers.

At largely attended and interesting meeting of the Retail Clerks local No 145, the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: S. A. Wiggs, presi- dent; R. O. Ozley, first vice president; J. l.. Sullivan, second vice president; John s. Randle, treasurer; Paul D. Calame, re- cording secretary; Lee Vines financial secretary; R. D. Randle. guard; Mout Ware, guardian; J. T. Martin, J. S. Ran de L. B. Pumpkins. grievance commit tee; c. T. Cook, J. B. Randle, John Mill Ter, trustees.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
"A Hot Old Time.D

"A Hot Old Time is announced for an engagement at the Jefferson theatre next Saturday matinee and night
 "A Hot Old Time" has the reputation of being a very successful comedy and 1t endeavors to hold that reputation this season by presenting itself in an entire new dress of scenery, costumes and faces.
 bargain day matinee will be played Saturday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
GERALD TO BE PARDoNED.
State Board Makes Recommendation
 to the Governor.

Montgomery, December 29.-(Special) J. The state board of pardons has unani- mousy recommended to the governor that a parole be issued to Adolph Gerald, Jr.. who is serving a sentence of ten years for the murder of railroad engineer named Hyatt.
 The killing occurred in a saloon here early in 1899. Gerald was convicted of manslaughter. He is son of the chief of police of Montgomery, and is about s years old.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
Mrs. winslow's soothIno svrun.

The best remedy for DIARRHOEA. Sold by druggists in every part of the world. Be sure and ask for Mrs. Winslow's a 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 the CHILD, SOFTENS the GUMS, ALLAYS all PAIN. CURES WIND COLIC, and is twenty five cents bottle
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
At the RiIou.

A very large audience attended the Bijou matinee yesterday and a good sized audience was present last night to witness Little Church Around the Corner" The piece has made hit, and the splendid acting of the two children, Sumner and Tripp are causing much favorable com
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
Roanoke Merchant Bankrupt.

Opelka, December 29.-(Special.) )-Isaac Schienberg, dealer in clothing and mo- tions at this place and Roanoke Ala, was placed in involuntary bankruptcy this evening and R. w. German was appoint ed receiver by the United States court The assets and liabilities are unknown but the bankrupt did a large business.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
Mrs. Martha A. Rison Dead.

Huntsville, December 29.-(Special.)- Mrs. Martha A. Rison, mother of William Rison, of The Rison Bank company. and manager of the Dallas mills, died today. She was ss years old and was the oldest member of the First Methodist church.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
Manager for Bell Telephone Co.

John A. Cullen of Richmond Va, has arrived in Bessemer, and will take charge of the interests of the Bell Tele- phone company. MT. Cullen was con- nected with the company at Richmond, and will now be permantly located here. The system has been overhauled. and the equipment enlarged, and it is the in- tention of the new manager to make the Bell phone still more popular and en- large it's patronage
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30

We have reopened at 1911 1st avenue and are in posi- tion to take care of our trade. The goods damaged by our late fire will be on sale Mon day at 22l3 Morris avenue.
 Birmingham Grain Go. Both phones 620.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
Red Men Elect Officers.
Social and Personal.

Miss Netty Johnson of Montgomery, who has been visiting her brother, J. G. Johnson, bookkeeper at the Sloss mines, has returned home.
 Miss Laura Jones will visit friends at East Lake at the end of the week.
 Miss Frances Reed of Ensley is a visi- tor of Mrs. w. J. Long.
 Mrs William Blalock returned to Faunsdale, Ala, today after an enjoy able visit to her parents, Colonel and Mrs l., D. Godfrey
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
MURDERED MAN
 NOW IDENTIFIED
Charles Larson Was His Name.
 He Was a SWede.
MAY HAVE BEEN ROBBED
William T. Whited of Birmingham Rec. ognizes the Remains of His Step- Father-The Body Will Be Ship
 ped to Knoxville for Burial.

Bessemer December 29-(Special)--W Will fam T. Whited of Birmingham identified the body of the man who was found dead at Mobile Junction as that of his step father Charles Larson. a Swede. Mir Whited came to the undertaking estab- lshment where the body has been held awaiting Identification this morning and said it was his step-father who left this section some time ago to go north.
 MT. Whited said he could not imagine why the deceased was so poorly dressed, as he usually made good money and was reat in appearance.
 Larson married Mrs. Whited at Rising Pawn. Ga, some years ago, but afyer his conviction for counterfeiting the pair sep- arated and have not lived together since. Mrs. Larson is now at Knoxville, Tenn, and the body will be sent there for in- terment. It is supposed that Larson had plenty of money on his person at the time of his death and that he was killed for
 this money. No arrest has vet been made and there is no clue to the perpe-
 trators of the deed. The police are working on the case and no steps will be left untaken to bring the murderer or murderers to justice.
 Progressive Peanut Party. | An unique party will be given by Miss | Mature Benton and Miss Laura Jones at | the residence of Mrs. G. B. Benton on Ar | lington avenue on Thursday night. A bowl of peanuts is placed on tables and
 partners chosen. A hat pin is used by the
 contestants who dig down into the bowl
 and scores are counted by the number of peanuts pierced and successfully drawn
 out. A number of invitations have been issued and an enjoyable evening is antici- l pated.
 Red Men Elect Officers. Tiger Tail tribe of Red Men elected their officers for the coming year at their meet ing last night as follows:
 Sachem, J. E. Riser; senior sagamore
 J. E. Ling; junior sagamore Joseph Esk- ridge; prophet, Theodore Ryan, chief of records, J. M. OHara; keeper of wampun, George H. Marsh; trustees, J. J. Sullivan
 and G. w. Jones' A new years ball will
 be given on Thursday night at the city
 hall and an elaborate programme has been arranged. The ball will be en masque
 and the members are all arranging for costumes and brilliant affair is expected.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
Glass Blowers at Work.

The Libby Glass Blowers are attracting great deal of attention in Bessemer This is the first time any exhibition of the kind has been given here and very large crowds witnessing the exhibi- ton daily. Each visitor is presented with a pretty souvenir, and the feature of the show is W. A. Couch the one man or chestra, who plays twelve different instru- mo
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
ADJUSTMENTS.
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AT THE JEFFERSON

Thursday evening-"A Friend of the family
 Friday matinee and evening David Harum.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30

the benefit readers and old weak will their al directions home free
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
AT THE BiJoU

, Five night and four matinees- ' } "The Little Church Around the .
 } Corner" .
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30

If you decide to take Hoods Sarsapa- rlla do not be induced to buy any other. Hoods cures.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
NEW FREE RECEIPT
 CURES WEAK MEN

Exhaust the
 of 65 Cures, Permanently
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30

THE FULL RECEIPT, FULL DIRECTIONS AND DEscRIPTl
 FREE-sEND ADDRESS TODAY
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-30
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New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1903-06-13
Ofthc Hoard Of Directors
Of the iberia Gun Club.
New IryR,A. La, June 18th. 1908.

New IBERIA, La, June 18th, 1903.
The Board OF Directors OF the New Ibe-
ria Gun Club held meeting THE day at
1870 P. NJ, IN Gates Billiard Hall, for the
purpose Of electing its officers, and trans
acting other important business.
The following members were present to-
wit
Hon. II. F. Broussard, Sidney q. Harry,
II. p. Gates, Louis F. Lallande, Geo. }.
Cousin.
Absent:-Drs. II. A. King. A. P. voor-
HES.
There being u quorum, the meeting
was in order.
On motion duly seconded and carried,
Hon. X. F. Broussard was elected Presi-
dent Sidney @. Harry, Vice-President;
.}eorge J. Cousin, Secretary Treasurer.
On motion Of Mr.. Gates, duly seconded
and carried, it was ordered that 80 copies
of the Charter be printed and distributed
in enclosed letters 10 friends In our eigh-
boring towns, urging their organising
similar Chartered Clubs in their respective
towns with the end In view that these
several Clubs would join us in forming
a league In order to better promote field
and target shooting in Southwest Louisi-
ana and tho protection OF game.
BY unanimous vote. the Secretary was
ordered to write letter to Messrs. Lyman
& Earhsart to thank them and their friends
for the many courtesies extended us while
in Franklin last Sunday, and to express
our desire to rsciprocate at their pleas
ure.
Il was moved, seconded and carried
that the Secretary be. authorized to pur-
chase the necessary books to keep the ac-
accounts Of the Club.
It was moved by Mr.. Gates and second
cd by Mr.. Harry, and carried that com.
mite of three, (two from the Board OF
Directors, and one not member OF the
Board) be appointed to draft the BY Laws
and to submit same to the Board at its
next meeting for its approval and final
adoption.
The president appointed on said com
mittee Mr.. Gates, Mr.. Lallsnde and Mr..
A. Cousin.
There being no other business to Trans.
act, Il was moved, seconded and carried
that the meeting adjourn subject to call
OF the committee on Bylaws.
GEO. J. COUSIN,
Secret ary Tire asurer
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1903-06-13
PRICE FOR GOVERNOR.

The candidacy of the Hon. W. II.
Price for Governor Of Louisiana, was
officially announced by special cor
resIondence from Alexandria to the
Times Democrat on the 25th instant.
Mr.. Price In the brother Of Exon
pressmnn Andrew Price of this Dis
trict. who will be remembered made
himself so popular with the Demo-
Gratis of the Third Congressional Dis
trict and acquired an enviable reputa-
ton throughout the State Of Louisiana
Us the manager and organizer OF the
first campaign of the lamented Edward
J. Gay. against the nefarious William
Pitt kellogg. and dethroned forever
by his subsequent campaign, republi-
can misrule in the third Congressional
District. Although the Hon. W. II.
Price has not been actively in politics
outside of the parish Of Lafourche.
he is very we'll known throughout the
State as gentleman, in the full
sense of the word, as man of undis-
puted integrity and recognized ability,
and as true and devoted Democrat.
TheReview understands that there will
be an unusually large crop of candi-
dates from which to select Cover
nor of this State, among whom are
the Hons. N. G. Blanchard, Robt. II.
Slider, Judge McLaurason, Leon Jas.
tremski, and John T. Michel. In oui
opinion our Willie Price will give
them hard fight. st. Martin Re-
view
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1903-06-13

The King and Queen of Sweden have
been assassinated by their own sold
iers, together with all the ministers of
the different departments, in fact the
whole government has been blotted
out, and new one instituted with
Prince Karageorgevitch proclaimed AZ
King with new Ministry. The des-
truction of the old and the formation
of the new Governments occurred be-
tween the hours of IL and O'Clock
last Thursday night. lie Roi est
mort, vive lie Roy.
New Iberia enterprise and independent observer. (New Iberia, La.) 1902-1944, 1903-06-13

What New Iberia wants is a lot OF
people who have become dissatisfied
with their environment, then we will
see a change for the betterment OF
things? Don't tell your friend next
door that we do not want $50. GOO
Hotel. Tell him that we must be in
line with our smaller sister towns ?
The time for you to stop saying I'VE
can't do 30 and .so." is past. Sup
pose you try and help the other fell
low pull up" then New Iberia will
rush to the front.