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The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
TUSCALOOSA.
Residence Struck By LlghtnIno--Teaeh.
 CTS Examinations Held.

Tuscaloosa, July S.-(Special 1.-The res idence of MT. and Mrs. c. B. Hard in Newtown was struck by lightning yes terday afternoon at 4 o'clock and two of the rooms were completely demolished. The house was considerably damaged, and the furniture was badly smashed up. Both rooms caught on fire. but were soon extingnished by a negro girl none of the occupants being in the house at the time of the accident. The property was insured but the damage Is not yet estimated
 The state examinations for teachers, which have been in progress for the past two days under the direction of County Superintendent John T. Bealls. came to a close yesterday afternoon. There were forty-four who took the examinations, twenty-one being white and twenty three colored. There were only six who applied for first grade certificates. The examinations were said to be unusually hard this year.
 At the meeting of the board of edu- cation last evening the two new members of the board, Frank G. Blair and William F. FItts, were sworn in. the latter being made treasurer of the board.
 The Sunday school class of Mrs. J. L.. Fant will give a mite at her residence Friday afternoon at 5:3O o'clock.
 Christie, Lowe & Heyworth. who built the locks on the Warrior river below Tuscaloosa, have been awarded a {l,- 175,O00 contract for jetties. etc. to make the Southwest Pass of the Mississippi river navigable for boats of thlrty-slx feet draught. The firm has Just com pleted a harbor at Fernandina and have boats, dredges, etc.. all ready to be transported to the new work. which is to be completed in three years.
 Mrs. W. w. Brandon and daughter, Miss Mary Howell Majors, have gone to Montgomery, where Mrs. Brandon will join her husband for few days at the Exchange. Miss Majors will be the auest of her uncle, Dr. A. L. Andrews, until after the Third regiment encamp- ment. when she will go to Birmingham to be the guest of Mrs. John D. Elliott, formerly Miss Carrie Brandon of Tusca- ioosa.
 pr. W. R. Ward. who has been sur geon at Blackwelis Island, New York. for the past year. Is at home for short while. Dr. Ward has decided to locate permanently in Birmingham
 John Brandon has returned from Bir- mingham, where he has been visiting relatives.
 Miss Tessie Friedman and Maurice Friedman have returned from a visit to relatives at Nashville. They were ac- coppa pied home by Miss Maurice Rich ord Afisa Carrie Rich of Nashville,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
OFFICERS INSTALLED.
Pythians at Vincent Conduct Most In-
 teresting Ceremonies.

Vincent, July s.-(Special )-Publlc in- stallation of officers of Success Lodge No. 21s. Knights of Pythias, took place last night at o'clock and the following offi- cers took the oath of office: A. c. Wilder. c. C.; A. w. Tucker. V. C.; M E. Vim cent, prelate: Eugene Williams. M. of w; J. S. Falkner, K. of R. and S.; Rob ert Fullenwider, M. of F.; R. P. Tucker, M. of E.; G. W. Holmes. NJ. at A: F. A. German, I. G.. R. w. Denly, o. c.
 An interesting and forceful address on the principles of Pythianism was deliv- cred by o. P. Bentley. A committee of young ladies added much to the pleasure of the occasion by rendering several de- lightful songs. R. P. Fuckers closing re- marks were to the point and greatly Ap- preciated
 This lodge Is growing rapidly in num- bers and influence and has already en- rolled the names of many of the leading men of this section
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
ANNISTON
Large Shovel Factory to Be Started.
 Hotel Alabama Is Handsome.

Anniston, July s-(Specia,. )-Messrs Adair & Son have purchased the right for an improved method of manufacturing shovels, scoops and spades, and will at once perfect their arrangements for fhe manufacture of these tools on an exten- sive scale. By September 15 they expect to have their factory averaging a product worth $25O per day, which will be in- creased to $500 per day by the first of Jan uary. The patent which they secure ts A most valuable one and will enable them to turn out a much better tool than is gen erally used, at price not higher than that charged for inferior goods.
 Charles D. Kline prepared the naners yesterday for the transfer. This will be the first spade, shovel and scoop fac tory in the southern states, and as there are millions of dollars worth sold an- nually. one can readily see the possi- biiities of this plant. There is good req son for believing that 1t will be one of the largest manufacturing plants in An- niston within a few years.
 The new Hotel Alabama presented a handsome appearance last night when every light in the house was turned on. Mir. zdnn and other gentlemen interested in the enterprise inspected the house and were delighted with all that they be- held A. H. Apperson of Atlanta, assis- tant electrician for the Southeastern Tariff association, was present on a tour of inspection for the insurance companies. which his association represents.
 The funeral of Mrs. l.. T. Smith will occur this afternoon at her late resi- dence, corner of Sixth street and High land avenue. The Rev. J. c. Glass will conduct the services, and the interment mill be at Edgemont cemetery. The fol- lowings friends of the deceased will act as pallbearers: A. Henderson. A. H. Sbep- pard. o. Nj. Reynolds, W NJ Brewer. c. J. Sawyer and T. w. Coleman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
FLORENCE.
Contract for Grading Electric Railroad
 Is Let-SoldIers Leave.

Florence, July S.-(Special) )-The con- tract for the grading of the electric railroad to be constructed between Flor ence. Sheffield and Tuscumbia has been awarded to T. NJ. Crow, civil engineer and contractor, of this city, and a large force has been put to work. According to the terms of the contract the work must be completed by December. The amount of MT. Crows bid could not be aseertained.
 The examination of teachers for the Lauderdale county schools Is being held at the State Normal college. County Superintendent of Education J. F. Koonce Is In charge of the examinations, which will occupy three days. There are large number of applicants for cir tif1cates.
 The Wheeler Rifles left tonight for Montgomery to go into camp at Highland park, with forty men in line. The com pany is in command of Capt J. E. Gull lette. The other officers are Lieuts. Frank Inman and Will Young First Lieut.. J W. Moore did not accompany the company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
NEGRO EDUCATOR ASSAULTED.
R. 3. Hudson of Selma Is Attacked on
 Street by Woman.

Selma, July s.-(Special.)-A sensation In high coloped circles was sprung today when Emma Browning. a well known woman. assaulted Prof. R. B. Hudson, principal of the Clark negro school, hit- ting him several times over the head with an umbrella. Hudson in defending him. self struck the woman. knocking her Into the street.
 The affray occurred on the sidewalk at the corner of Green and Selma streets and Hudson was in conversation with pr. Burwell the leading negro physician of the city, and did not see the woman until she had struck him.
 The trouble dates back some two or three weeks. when. according to the woman's statement. Hudson insuted her daughter. who had recently returned from the Fisk university of Nashville The girl wanted position to teach in the Clark school, and the Browning woman claims Hudson made improper proposals.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
ALABAMA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE.

Charles c. Thaoh, M. A., President. Healthfu location; 82o feet above tide-water.
 Enrolled last session, 436 students Faculty of IS professors, 4 assistant professors, and IA instructors. Seven degree courses are offered: Chemistry and Agriculture. Civil En' glneering, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, General Course. Phar macy, Chemistry and Metallurgy, Min ing Engineering.
 There are IA different laboratories. in which students work regularly. Military exercises arc required of all cLdets physically able.
 Tuition free to residents of Alabama, $20 per year to non-residents. Students board with families in Au- burn, at $9.50 to $l5 per month. Session begins Wednesday, Septem- Der 9th.
 For catalogue address
 VIM. o. scRoGGs. Secretary,
 Auburn, Ala. 6-1s-th su tu-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09

be present. The tournament will consist of numerous live bird and trap events for rich prizes. On Thursday the Hunts vile and Sheffield Gun clubs will contest for a championship cup.
 Will Armstrong of West Huntsville af- ter remaining in jail several days on charge of attempting to kill his wifes brother, Will Guthrie, was given a pre- liminary hearing before Judge s. Morgan Stewart yesterday and dismissed. Guthrie, who was wounded, was in court, and proved that the shooting was an acci- dent.
 Charles H. Gilbert, for several years manager in the local office of the Western Union Telegraph company, has gone to Jackson, Miss, to become wire chief for the Western Union.
 Mrs. J. H. Banks. aged 45 years, died yesterday at Monrovia. She had recently removed to this county from Kansas with her husband. Her husband and four chill dren survive her.
 Miss Ruby stegall and Hobbs Fennell were married in the First Methodist church after the evening service Sunday, the Rev. F. P. Culver officiating MT. Fen nell and bride departed for Nashville on honeymoon trip.
 Tax Collector Gardiner has just report ed to the state treasurer the most sue cessful and remarkable collection of taxes ever made in this county The collection amounted to $1170O0 in round numbers and of the entire sum reported by the assessor only $500 was found to be insoI- vent, that being the smallest insolvency ever reported from Madison
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
CITY COUNCIL HAS
 \ BUSY SESSION
Questions of Interest to Bes-
 semer Are Considered
NEW LOCATION AGlTATED
Citizens Want Government Building Placed at Corner of Fourth Avenue and Nineteenth Street.
 Other News.

Bessemer, July s.-(special.) .)-The city council met in regular session last night and transacted a quantity of routine bus mess. Reports were received from the chief of police, the finance, police and sanitary committees
 The mayor was authorized to select an enumerator for the school census.
 The city clerk was authorized to pay the Bessemer Rifles $2O the regular ap- propriation for June. From now on the appropriation will be discontinued. owing to the recent financial loss sustained by the city.
 A movement was inaugurated for the extension of the city to Thirteenth avenue and to Thirty-seeond street. The city at torney was authorized to prepare bill and advertise same.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09

will not only save you olstresslng pain and valuable time. but will cost you less money There is also satisfaction in knowing that the very best possible treat ment is being given to you by comps- tent physician who has experience In such matters and is capable of curing you in the quickest and most perfect manner possible. l have treated private diseases as a speciality for the past fifteen years in the city of Birmingham. and l am therefore known to q great many But if you are not acquainted with me. re- fer you. with permission. to First Ma tional bunk. Alabama National bank. Jefferson County Savings bank and Steiner Bros. bankers. as to my responsi- bility for my contracts. 1 cure many pa- tients by mall treatment Write for prices and terms.
 I do not use large advertisements and false statements to attract patients which merit has failed to secure. If you fail to be cured by such methods, give me call and get well.
 Address Dr. Y. E. Holloway. 1S01h Sec ond Avenue. Birmingham, Ala
 office. Second avenue and Eighteenth. opposite postoffice.
 Office Hours: 8:30 a. m. to 5:3o D. m Sunday. 10 a. m. to 12 m.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
Social Notes.

The soda water and ice cream sale to nave been given by the young ladies of the Epworth league at Edmundson's drug store tomorrow has been postponed until a week from Thursday.
 MISS Mattie Briggs is visiting Mrs. c. F. DeBardeleben at Blocton.
 Mrs. Belle Johnson of Atlanta. who has been visiting her sister Mrs. Wiley Hin. for several weeks. leaves for home in the morning, being called there by the Ill., ness of her sen
 The new bell for the First Methodist cnurch which was received several weeks ago has been put in position and is now used before every service
 The Rt Rev. Bishop Beclxwith will he here Friday night and will conduct sery- lees at Trinity church.
 The Young Ladies club will be enter. tained on Friday afternoon by Mrs s F, Jones. ''' ~
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
Petition Circulated.

A petition Is being circulated in the in- terest of the location of the new govern mont building at the corner of Fourth avenue and Nineteenth street. While this location is in some respects a good one 1t Is far from being the unanimous choice or citizens, as 1t is two blocks from the business centre of the city and there are several available locations which would make the building much more accessible to large number of people
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
FORMER GEORGIAN
 ATTEMPTS SUICIDE
A. J. LEEROY OF DECATUR IS LY- NC AT HIS HOME IN A CRITICAL CONDITION FROM TAKING AN OUNCE OF LAuDANUM.

Decatur. July s.-(Special)-A. J. Leeroy is lying in a critical condition at his home in South Decatur as a result of having taken an ounce of laudanum with suici- dal intent. He came here recently from Anniston, but formerly lived near At Ianta. He came here to go into the groc- cry business, and has wife and grown son living with him.
 During the civil war Mir. Leeroy was wounded In the head in the battle of Stone Mountain, Ga. and has since that time been temporarily insane at times. During these spells he has often tried to take his life.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
University of AIdbamdy.

Established 1881. Enrolment to Date 70en JOHN w. ABERCROMBIE, Pres. Forty officers of government and in- struction.
 Enrolment for last session, 375. Excellent laboratory facilities. Good gymnasium.
 Graduate and undergraduate courses in thirteen academic schools. Professional courses in Engineering, Law. Medicine and Pharmacy. Considering advantages offered cheap est school in south. Tuition in academic department free to Alabamians.
 Next session opens Wednesday, septem- Der 9.
 For catalogue. address R. T. MAJORS. Sec'y.. University, Ala.
 7-s-20t-th-su-tu
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
SCOTTSBORO.
Bill coffey, Who Murdered Negro, Ia
 Refused Ball.

Scottsboro. July 8. = tSpecial.) = In the preliminary trial of Bill Caffey, who shot and killed Julius McBroom, a negro, last Saturday at negro picnic. Probate Judge c. L. Cargile refused him bail and sent him back to jail.
 All persons implicated in the pitched battle at Trenton about two weeks ago were today placed under bond by Judge Cargile to await the action of the grand jury.
 Miss Lucy Holland sister of Postmaster A. N, Hall of Scottsboro, died at her home in Tupelo yesterday and will be buried toda<.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
TWO PARTIES ARE
 IN THE VATICAN Approaching End of Leo Has Stirred Dissention MANY CHANGES TO BE MADE Only One Man Is Sure to Profit By Election of New Pope, But Many
 Are Hoping for Pro-
 motions.

Rome, July S.-Although Pope Leo is one of the best loved of the popes, the situation in the church now is that while there is one party which will do any thing possible to have him live longer, there Is another party which thinks change in the papacy would further their interests as well as those of the church. The former party is composed of all the friends of those who are now in power and who have secured the best posts, both with regard to honors and positions, as well as financially. These understand that a change may mean practical ob- livion for them. The other party is composed of all those who have kept in the background and whose only hope is in a new administration.
 New Pope Brings Change.
 It must be considered that a new pope generally brings a change in all the great appointments, including the papal secre- tary of state and vicar of Rome, the rep resentative of the pontiff on spiritual affairs. the vice chancellor who has charge of issuing the papal bulls; the grand penitentiary, who presides at the tribunal of penitentiaries, granting ab- solution under certain circumstances, and the librarian of the holy church besides all other positions more or less important connected with or depending upon these great digntaries.
 There Is only one man who holds such a position as to be sure to profit by the election of new pope, If the usual cus- tom is observed. This Is the secretary of the consstorial congregation, who dur ing the concave, acts as secretary of state. It Is his duty when a pope is elected to advance, kneelng and offer the white zuccetto, or the small cap, the emblem of papal dignity, to the new pontiff, who is expected to remove hls red cap and put the white one on his head, while kneeling to the officiating monsignor as a sign that he will soon create him a cardinal.
 Leo Averse to Politics. On that occasion. 1878, Leo calmly and slowly folded up his red zuccetto and put 1t in his pocket as a mute protest against politics The officiating prelate was Monsignor Lasa gani, who, in fact, walt ed about three years before entering the ! sacred college.
 The fortunate prelate who Is now look Ing forward to such dignity is Monsignc Volponpi who has just been appointed secretary of the consistorial congrega- ton, as a reward perhaps for his polish ed latin, which has been at the disposa of the pontlff for so many years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
NOTICE.

We wish to announce to the public that we have bought the entire undertaking establishment of Taylor & Co.. 1918 Third avenue (Miller & Co.'s old stand). and are now prepared to give the best ser- vice
 As soon as our Improvements are com pleted, our new stock having arrived, we will have the most complete business in the state
 We will run two up-to-date ambulances, and if you want quick call use either phone No. 13. GAUDIN COMPANY
 JAMES T. GAUDIN.
 JOHN R. GAUDIN. 7-5-3t-su-tu-th
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
FIRE AT NEWBERNE, 8. c.
Several Buildings Destroyed and Busl.
 ness Section Threatened.

Newberne, N. C.. July Sire which broke out at 4v:i5 tonight destroyed Mitchells livery stables, Scott's livery stables, tie Planters tobacco ware house and prize house and eight tene- ment houses.
 The whole business section of the city was threatened with destruction for a time.
 The fire was under control shortly after midnight.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
W. c. crotweII Dies.

M. C. Crotwell. aged sixty years, died yesterday afternoon at o'clock at his residence on Berkeley avenue after a weeks illness of fever. He was one of this citys best known and most highly res rected citizens and possessed a comfort able fortune. He leaves a wife and sev- eral children and many friends to mourn ms loss. The funeral will take place to- Hardwood
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
IS OF ESPECIAL BENEFTT TO
PE-RU-NA
Says Dr.. N. c. Gee, of San Francisco.

A CONSTANTLY increasing number kA of physicians prescribe Peruna III their regular practice
 It has proven it's merits so thoroughly that even the doctors nave overcome their prejudice against so called patent medicines and recommend 1t to their pa tlents
 nl Advise Wom-a to Use Pe-ru-na,"
 Says pr. Gee.
 Dr. M. c. Gee Is one of the physicians who endorse Peruna. In letter written from 5lS Jones street. San Francisco cai' he says:
 There is n general objection on the part of the practicing physician to advo- cate patent medicines, but when any one medicine cures hundreds of people. 1t demonstrates it's own value and does not need the endorsement Of the profession.
 :Peruna has performed so many wonderful cures in San Francisco that l am convinced that it Is a valuable remedy have frequently advised it's use for women, as find 1t insures reg ular and painless menstruation, cures Ieucorrhoea and ovarian troubles, and builds up the entire system. l also consider it one of the finest catarrh remedies I know of I heartily endorse your medicine. M c. Gee, M. D.
 Mrs. D. T. Gaddis. Marion. N. C., is one of Dr, Hartmans grateful patients. She consulted him by letter. followed his di- rection, and is now able to say the fol- lowing:
 ''Before I commenced to take Peruna I could not do any hard work without suffering great pain. I took Pernna, and can say with pleasure that it has done more for me than any other medicine ] have ever taken. Now I am as well as ever; do all my own work and it never hurts me at all. I think Peruna is a great medicine for womankind. -Mrs. E. T. Gaddis.
 Women are especially liable to pelvic catarrh, female weakness as 1t is com monly called.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
EVIDENCE CLOSED
 FOR GOVERNMENT
Defense in Peonage Cases Will
 Take Testimony Today
WHITE WITNESS EXAMINED
Says He Arrested Three Negroes for vagranoy and They Were Sold to Turner for $40 to Work
 Out Fines.

Monteomery July s. - Especially - The government closed It's evidence in the Fur ner peonage case today after examining six witnesses Tomorrow the defense VIII begin the taking of testimony. The gov ernment introduced witnesses today to prove the evidence of Glennie Helms taken yesterday. and also to prove that Helms had actually been sold to Turner This evidence came through the white witness. Dunbar. who testified that he had sold the negroes to Turner for forty dollars. whereas the amount of the court costs was only thirty-three dollars.
 Dunbar Testfies.
 Dunbar had formerly been night watch man at Goodwater, and he testified to ar- resting Helms, Dave Johnson and Esau Williams and to their trial and convic- tion on charges of agrancy. He said that they were fined five dollars and costs, the whole amounting to thirty-three dol- lars He carried the negroes to Dadeville where he met J. W. Pace and Fletcher Turner Pace did not want the negroes He first offered them to Turner for fifty dollars. but Turner declined to pay that amount but finally agreed to pay forty and the check signed by Turner was of fered in evidence.
 The witness says Turner had told him that a contract with the negroes had been made to work out the fines. He had no papers of commitment for the negroes
 Dunbar's Testimony.
 On oss-examination Dunbar acknowl- edged that he had made eight dollars clear on the transaction. Dunbar's testl- mony was considerably weakened when unintentlonally District Attorney Reese brought out the fact that Dunbar had tten before him previous to the meeting or the court and had made sworn state ment as 10 the case Attached to this statement, which was demanded and se- cured by the attorneys for the defense, was a letter from Dunbar to the district attorney practically offering his services to the government to prosecute the case.
 The affidavit and testimony of Dunbar did not agree in several particulars and the affidavit differed widely from the testimony of other witnesses in the case
 There was but little interest shown In the case by others than interested parties today The defense will place about a dozen witnesses on the stand tomorrow when 1t is expected that the taking of testimony will be concluded.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
HUNTSVILLE
Trapshooters Are Arriving for Tourna-
 ment-WiII Armstrong Released.

Huntsville. July z-(speciaL) )-several prominent trap-shooters have arrived to take part in the interstate shooting tournament which will begin here to- morrow. Charles c. Spencer of St. Louis, champion trap shot of the world, reached here last night, and Elmor E. Chaner, secretary of the interstate association, is also here. A large number of sportsmen from neighboring cities are expected to
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
Negotiations Blocked.

Shanghai. July s.-The American treaty negotiations are deadlocked owing to the failure of the chiiese authorities to re- ply to the demand for the opening of the Manchurian ports to trade.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-07-09
Postmasters Appointed.

Washington, July -tspecial.) Thomas E. Stone has been appointed postmaster at Stamp. DeKalb county, vice Hugh H. Kerby, resigned.