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The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
ARMY SURPRISED
 AT APPOINTMENTS
Breckenridge and Ludington
 Made Major Generals.
GEN. WADE ALSO PROMOTED
1t Is Believed That Breckinridee's Con- nect.on With the New Staff Legis- Istion Brought Aocut Roots Ee
 cIsion to Prcn ote Him.

Washington, February 1s.-The nomina- tions of Brigadier- Generals G. C. Breck- inridgc, inspector general; M. I. Luding- ton. qunrtermaster-genera and James r. Wade to become major generals, sent to the senate today came as genuine sur prise to army officers, except those di- rectly concerned.
 The original programme of the de- partment announced several weeks ago, contemplated the single promotion of Brigadier- General James r. Wade to the grade of major general on the statutory retirement of Maior-General Robert P. Hughes, commanding the department of California on the 11th of April, next. The promotion of Inspector General Brecken- ridge and Quartermasser-Gen Luding- ton to the grade of major-general on the retirement of General Hughes and their retirement on the same date in order to make way for General Wade, was an afterthought.
 There is an impression in well-informed military circles that the enactment of the general staff law and General Breck- inridges connection with that legislation were potent factors in bringing about the change of plan. General Breckln- ridge would not have retired under ordi- nary conditions until January. 1906 Gen. eral Ludington, however is three years older than the inspector-general, and would have retired for age July 4, next. It was generally supposed that both these staff officers would retire in their present grade of brigadier-ge general, in recognition of their long and honorable service However, the secretary of war with the approval of the President con- cluded to advance them both to the grade of major-general on the condition that they would retire at once.
 This was acceptable to both General Breckinridge and General Ludington. In advocating the creation of the general staff. Secretary Root insisted on the abolshment of the inspector generals department of the army as no longer necessary, since it's duties would be per- formed by the general staff. This particu- lar feature of the bill drawn by the war department was resisted vigorously by General Breclinrdge, with the result that the inspector generals department was not disturbed by the bill as it became law. It therefore appears that while Gen. eral Breckinridge saved his corps, he no longer will have the direction of it's affairs.
 Other important army changes In the near future will be the promotion of Maj. Gen, S. B. M. Young as lieutenant general on the retirement of General Miles in August next and the promotion of Brig. Gen. s. s. Sumner to the grade of major general on the retirement of Maj. Gen. George w. Davis in July next. and the promotion of Brig Gen. Leonard Wood to be a major general to fill the vacancy caused by the promotion of Gen eral Young in August.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
Senate Confirmatlons.

Washington. February 1s-Confirmatiors by the senate: Willie Vanderver, Wyom- ing. United States circuit judge for the Eighth judicial district; Vivian I. Fagin marshal for the Southern district of ohio John T. McDonough of New York associate justice of the Supreme court o the Philippines; McElstner. United States attorney for the Western district of Lou islana: A. s. Badger. appraiser or mer. chandise for hesdistrict of New Orleans
 Promotions-Capt. John B. Bartlett United States navy retired to be rear ad- miral on the retired list
 Administrations w. F. Rathjen, Ca nadian; William A. Stoner, Waco.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
COLLEGE ATHLETES
 ARE HARD AT WORK
Howard Doing Her Best to Be
 Ready for Mercer
GAME PLAYED FRIDAY NIGHT
Aii oF the Men From East Laks 'rs IT. Excellent Condition and Wii Give the Georgians the Game
 of Their Life.

X battl9 royal will be fought in the Athletic clubs hall tomorrow night by the two basket ball teams. representing the two great Baptist families of Georgia and Alabama. There is a great deal of friendly rivalry between the two colleges aud they will strive for physical supre- macy. Mercer has been doing some very hard practice preparing themselves for the fray. and they are being coached by H. Breedlove. one of the best basketball men in the country. On last Saturday evening they defeated the Macon Y M. C. A. by a large score. Macon has held the Y. M. C. A. championship of Georgia for long time and is considered one of the strong est teams in the south. Mercer has some advantage of Howard in weight and height.
 The visitors will arrive in Birmingham Friday morning.
 Howard will play her last practice game Thursday night and the players will be compelled to retire early Thursday night and just as day begins to break Captain spruell will take his men out for a long run. Captain Spruell was never in finer shape. In the last two practice games he has broken his own records for high jumping. Robinson, the quick little forward, is also in good condition, his wrist that was injured in the Mobile game having come around all right He can be depended upon to do his usual quick play ing Gwinn, the other forward, is in ex- cellent training and is still holding his head as foul pitcher. Gordon. the phe- nomenal guard, and Big Barkley, the other guard are both doing some hard practice and it may be safely said that the man who goals over either of them will have run for his money"
 Mercer's players are as follows: Cen ter. H. S Wilson (capt); guards. B. M. Pate and A. D. Quarles; forwards. H. w. Stovall and D. r. Stakeey.
 The subs are Davis, Bedding, Thomas and Willis.
 Manager B. Stephens and the coach. MT. Breedove, and goodly number of rooters will accompany the team.
 A large number of tickets have been sold, yet many good seats can be had by applying at Stones.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
TURF CONCERNS RAIDED.
New York Detectives Are Securing
 City for Swindlers.

New York, February 1S.-Central office detectives are securing the city today in search of "Get Rich Quick firms. They are making a canvass in all the big office buildings on lower Broadway and in Wall street
 Wherever they see the word Invest ment" on an office they make inquiries concerning the business of the firm oc- cupying that office.
 There are more of these fellows left = Detective Captain Lanang said today. I'm going to get them if I can. Its not easy to locate them. They rent expen- sive offices in big buildings and the signs on the office doors are not always indi- cative of the business that Is going on within. Most of these fellows we have caught we have had pointed out to us through the complaint of some one who has been swndled. A great majority of the victims in these turf swindles are women who have been speeuating with out the knowledge of their husbands. We have found, too, that quite number of young boys and girls employed in offices have been customers of these concerns .'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19

Bard Burns, III (Minder), to 1, won; Golden Cottage, 1O7 q. Daly), 215 to l, second; Embrattain, 99 Q. Jackson),, 8 to B. third Time, 1:11ls.
 Second race. three and a half furlongs, purse-Golden Mineral, 109 Bullman), to 10 won Military Man, 11f (Shaw), 2l5 to 1, second Bombardier, Ill q. Daly), 10 to 1. third. Time. .42
 Third race. furlongs, selling-James F, 10S q. Daly), 10 to 1, won; Judge Voor- hes. 107 (Burns), 15 to 1, second; Tommy Mcknight. 10s (Reed) s to 1, third. Time, 1;2S1A.
 Fourth race, mile, selling-Antolee, 103 (Brkenruth), to 1, won; Autolist. IF e. Kelly, 3 to 1, second; Jim Hale, 102 (W Waldo. to 1, third. Time, If.
 Fifth race, mile and 100 yards, selling Rose of May, 95 (Bonner), 6 to 5. won; Silver Fizz, 105 (Birkenruth). 5 to 1. second Hungarian, 107 (Donovan), 25 to l. third Time, 1:4Sik.
 Sixth race, six furlongs, purse-Royal Rogue, 1O4 (Birkenruth). 4 to 1, won; Orizus, 99 e. Kelly), 6 to 3, second; Mo- corito, 112 (stuarD, to 1, third Time, 113A.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
HIGH SCHOOL VICTORIOUS.
Defeat the Basketball Team From Fay.
 lor's 21 to 10.

The basket ball game between the high school and the Taylor school at the Tay- Tor school gymnasium was won by the lads from the high school last night by score of 21 to 10.
 The Taylor school team, which is com posed of two professors and three stu dents, played fast game, but the boys from the high school won by team work and accurate goal throwing.
 The high school sponsors were Misses Bessie Mae Thompson and Estene Nabb
 The scores were as follows:
 Field goals-High school, Hood &, Me- Cartin 4, Hicks ?. Taylor school, Alexan- der ?, Shuman ?.
 Fouls thrown-High school, Ware G. Taylor school, Mclaughlin l. Carr l. Shuman Q
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
SPAIN ALLOWED $337, ,5oo.
Judge In Scotland Grants Claim for
 Fortune In Boat Contract.

Edinburg. February 1s.-The court of session today awarded the government of Spain sS375OO in the action begun here January 20 by the Spanish minister of marine to recover $375,000 from the Clyde Bank Engineering and Ship building com pany. because of the company's failure to deliver contract in time for four torpedo boat destroyers which had been intended for use during the Cuban insurrection
 In the course of the judgment Lord Klllachy, the presiding judge, said he thought 1t more than probable that If Spain, even in the spring of 1897, had be- come in a position to establish a really effective blockade in Cuba against the unloading of munitions of war, the insur- rection might have been crushed and American intervention might have been avoided. He therefore allowed Spain S2500 per week for the 135 weeks delay, to which she was entitled under the con- tract.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
Negroes Urge Crum's Confirmation

Washington. February 1s-A petition signed by ex-Governor Pinchback of Louisiana Dr. Charles Purvie, John F Cook, Kelly Miller and Whitefield Me Kinley of this city. urging the confirma- tion of the nomination of Dr. w N Crum as collector of the port of Charleston. was submitted to the senate today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
FOR POLICE COMMISSIONER.

I hereby announce myself candidate for the office of Police Commissioner of Birmingham. subject to the action of the democratic primary election to be held on Monday, March 9, 1903.
 GEORGE G. PHILLIPS. l hereby announce myself as a candi- datc for Police Commissioner of the City of Birmingham. subject to the action of the Democratic primary.
 JAKE BURGER
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
HiIda Clarke Married.

New York, February 1S.-IIilda Clark. formerly prlma donna of the Bostonians, and Frederick Stanton Flower were uni ted in marriage today at the home of Miss Clarkes parents in this city. Miss Clarke won fame as "The Bride Elect" MT. Flower is a millionaire broker and nephew of the late Roosevelt P. Flower, ex-governor of New York.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
At San Francisco.

San Francisco, Cal, February 1S.-Gol- den Mineral an odds-on favorite, won the three and a half furlongs purse race at Ingleside. Rose of May, the winner of the fifth race, was the only other fa- vorite to land first. Weather clear, track fast.
 First race, futurity course, selling
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
Second Ward.

I hereby announce myself as a can- didate for Alderman from the Second ward. subject to action democratic pr- mary. C. T. RAINBOW. I hereby announce as candidate for Al. derman in Second Ward. subject to the action of the Democratic primary.
 l. EPSTEIN. I hereby announce myself a candidate for alderman for the Second ward. sub ject to the action of the democratic pri- mary. JOHN W. O'NEILL.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
Seventh Ward,

I hereby announce myself as a candi- date for Alderman for Seventh ward, subject to action Democratic Primary.
 J. F. GRAHAM. I hereby announce myself as a candi- date for alderman from the Seventh ward subject to the action of the democratic pxffnary c. c. HEIDT. fl hereby announce myself a candidate f6f Alderman of the Seventh ward. sub ject to the action of the democratic pri- mary SOLON JACOBS.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
FoRMALlN IS NOT
Physicians Say Hi'saea Remedy 4a
 Gone the Route E Others

New Yc' HHaltu fE-The widely ho- ois.av of fe-as Ilu as a cure ot ulisaa. Is aas declared F ata saesa.a1s ,o be failure. *H'.u sz d.ve made resulted to h e" aa lormalin is only a tenn pat ee Q the growth of the germs ai.a long run proves an injury to the pa-ient. Rabbits infected with blood poison germs and subjected to formalin treatment died several hours sooner than rabbits similarly infected and not placed under treatment.
 Dr. George F. Shrady says he regards the results of the tests conducted by the bactereological expert of the health de- partment as confirming his view and that of many others of the profession, that the formalin treatment is a failure.
 Tt has gone the way of many other heralded cures" said Dr. Shrady. When it was first announced 1t struck the medi- cal profession with wonder that such a simple remedy should so long have been overlooked. That had much to do with the scepticism with which it was re- garded,"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
FOR CHIEF OF POLICE.

I announce myself a candidate for Chief of Police of Birmingham.
 w. E. WEIR . I hereby announce myself candidate for the office of Chief of Police. sub ject to the action of the democratic pri- mary, to be held March ?, 1903.
 c. w. AUSTIN.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19

When first elected Dren- nen promised never to vote for Gambill. He has been voting for him ever since.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
Sixth Ward.

hereby announce myself a candidate for Alderman from the Sixth ward sub ject to the action of the democratic primary. JOHN c. FORNEY.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
Favorable Report on Mexican Treaty.

Washington, February 1s.--The senate ittee on foreign relations today au- ihor.1 d q favorable report on the extra
 .ioa reaty with Mexico and also an gre nf with France. extending the prn Hs'eH of the French reciprocity -r 5 0a L'orto Rico
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
Advertisinq Aoents Meet.

New York. February 1s.-The annual n of the American Advertising 7ociation was held here today
 HHw oo'rd of directors elected
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
Nlhis Ward

I hereby announce myself as a candi- date for alderman from the Ninth ward, subject to the action of the democratic primary PAT OHEAR.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
Fifth Ward.

I take this means of announcing myself as a candidate for Alderman in the Fifth ward in the coming democratic pri- maries. B. II. COOPER.
 Mr. Grimes II. Taylor is a candidate for alderman from the Fifth ward, sub ject to the decision of the democsa atlc primary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
Third Ward.

hereby announce myself a candidate for alderman from the Third ward, sub ject to action of the democratic primary.
 R. H. KERR. I hereby announce myself as a eandi- date for alderman from the Third ward subject to the action of the democratic primary. BEN F. HARBOUR
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19

Gas for cooking, heating and lighting is only worth $I. co a thousand cubit feet.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19

For a clear complexion, bright, spark ling eye and vigorous digestion, take Prickly Ash Bitters. It puts the system in perfect order.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
ANNOUNCEMENTS
FOR MAYOR.

hereby announce myself as candidate for mayor of Birmingham, subject to &C., ton of democratic primary March ?. 1903. I-27-tf GEORGE B. WARD.
 I hereby announce myself as a can didate for Mayor of Birmingham. sub ject to the action of the democratic pri- mary, March 2.
 w M. DRENNEN.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
Philadelphia Has Rough Voyage.

Newport News Va. February 1S.-rhe battleship Maine arrived in Hampton roads today from Philadelphia after a rough voyage down the coast. She will coal here.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19

For sale cheap-One two seated first-class Victoria In good condition. Apply to R. Fl. Pearson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
FOR ALDERMEN.
First Warc

I hereby announce myself as a candi- date for Alderman from the First ward, subject to the action of the democratic primary March 2, 1903. P. r. GOSS.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
Publishers Meet.

New York. February 1s.-The sevcn- teenth annual meeting of the American Newspaper Publishers Association was continued today There was full repre- sentation at the meeting, which was an executive one, and which was devoted to a general discussion of the labor qies- tion.
 All kinds of cuts. Age-Herald En graving Department
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19
The Chief Attractions in the Store Right Now are These Things:

800, 1000 and 12.5O Irish Point Lace Curtains at $50, zoo and 900.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19

Boys 900 Mackintoshes at 2.50.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-02-19

And 2.50 Rubber Coats at 200.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18
Ringing Bros. Circus.
At Denver, July 27th and 2Sth, $2.o5
for the round trip.

S. D. Shaffer on last Tuesday returned
from Salida, where he had been visiting
his wife and two sons for a fortnight.
He was accompanied there by his daugh-
ter, Mrs. w. L. Shaffer, who will remain
there until the middle of the coming
week. Mrs. Shaffer, the elder, is in bet
ter health than when she left Idaho
Springs, and it is hoped that she will
regain her formerly good health. Fears
have been entertained that an operation
would be necessary. Mrs Shaffer is now
able to do light household duties and is
far from being confirmed invalid. Be-
ing with her two sons, Bert and Earl, the
enforced absence from her home here is
less irksome DIR, Shaffer is assistant
principal at the hospital and is greatly
esteemed while Earl, who has yet an
other year in the Denver university be-
fore him, is spending his vacation in
practical hospital work, an excellent
schooling for a young man.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

]. D. F. Pierson. of Kenton, Mich Dr.
P. NJ. Egert of Holland Patent accom-
panied by Robert ], Meredith of the same
place and w. A, Kaly of Mt. Pleasant,
Penn. all arrived in the city on Saturday
for the purpose of viewing the city and
to attend the directors meeting of the
Cedar Ridge Mining Company. They
are very well pleased with the district
and will remain for several days.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

The entertainment given at the Metho-
dist church last Monday evening by Ola
Bidwell did not attract as large an aud
ience as the event deserved. 1t was high
class in every respect, and those fortunate
enough to be there were highly enter
tanned.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

The local All Stars base ball aggregat-
ion got bump last Sunday which they
will long remember. They went to
Nevada for game with team in that
city and we're taken into camp by score
of Io to II.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

The Misses Lottie and Louisa Burkhert,
of Denver, have been Idaho visitors this
week, the guest of DIR. f. E. Bellinger, of
Council Bluffs, Iowa, who is here to at
tend the meeting of the directors of the
Blue Ribbon company.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Mayor Clough, of Empire, proxy for
Fred G. Shaffer, and Prosecuting At
torney Smith, proxey for H. L. Haeseler
represented Clear Creek county at the
meeting of the republican state central
committee at Denver this week.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Charley Miller received word Wednes-
Miller, would be in Idaho the last of this
week, probably to-day Mr.. Miller, Sr.,
has been visiting the eastern cities.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Mrs. A. Titus, daughter and son, came
up from Denver Wednesday and will
spend the summer in this city. Mr.. Titus
is prominent north side merchant in
the capital city.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Thos. C. Mallalieu. confidential clerk
of the war department at Washington,
will arrive in the city tomorrow for a
visit to his home folks, the family of
John Mallalieu.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

George Burns went down to Denver
Thursday morning on business connected
with his mining interests.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

The funeral of the six-months' old boy
of Mr.. and Mrs. Henry o. Carico take:
place today. Died Thursday
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Morris O'Donnell came up from Denver
early this week to visit his mother and
sisters.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Mr.. Bernie Weinberger left for his
home in Denver on Wednesday after Wis
iting in this city for two weeks.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

John c. Roberts, one of the state ap-
praisers of lands, came up from Denver
Tuesday and was the guest of his brother
Lewis L.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

National Bank Inspector Lazear has
been in the city this week checking up
the local institutions. Beyond doubt
there are no more solid institutions in
the west than Idaho Springs banks, and
the inspector can readily give them a
clean bill of health.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Mrs. J. c. Hull and daughter have been
visiting friends in the capital city this
week.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Mrs. Frank Ingram and her daughter,
Maud, are visiting in Golden with Mrs
Wright.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

The Misses Baer and Mrs. Williams,
after visiting in this city for couple of
weeks, departed for their home at Decatur
Ills, Thursday.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Wanted-Four or FIVE room unfinished
house by two adults. Inquire at Siftings.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

P. S. Hessler, of Denver, who has
been visiting with the family of T. L.
Rodda, returned home Wednesday
morning.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Mrs. S. A. Noyes and daughter spent
several days this week with relatives
and friends at Central City and Black
Hawk.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

For Sale. 3 lots on Colorado street or
reasonable terms. Inquire of JOSEPH
Burke. 2
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18
Little BreezeS -
That Fan - - -
The Local Field

II you want an expressman telephone
I. E. Fish, Black 5I3.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Mr. and Mrs. Kipp of Idaho Springs,
who are on their way to Yellowstone park
spent Sunday in the city. They called
on their neighbor and friend, Mrs. Emma
Henby, who is visiting her parents, Mr..
and Mrs. Logan Clark, while in the city
FIT. Collins Courier.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18
SOS For The Round Trip.

To Denver for Ringing Bros. Circus.
Tickets on sale July 27th and 2Sth final
return limit July 29.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Fred. Philpot, an employee in the Pull
man, Ill, car shops, is here on a visit and
is the guest of William Hyland. Last
Sunday he had the pleasure of meeting
County Commissioner Coppard, whom he
knew away back in Kent, England, 50
years ago, when both were young, Mr..
Philpot intends to remain here until Sep
tember.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Peter Perkins, grain elevator man of
Saginaw, Mich, accompanied by his wife,
was among the eastern visitors here this
week. Mr. Perkins is a son of Lewis
Perkins of Spring gulch, who entertained
the couple at his residence there and
piloted them through the big tunnel
Tuesday the entire party departed from
here for Colorado Springs and Manitou.
Idaho Springs siftings., 1903-07-18

Jim Ogden's dray team took fright at
the east bound train yesterday afternoon,
and proceeded to beat the Derby record.
At the time the horses were hitched to a
dray load of furniture and household
goods that were being removed from a
car. They took the load across the street
from the depot at IA lively gait, scattering
the furniture recklessly, smashing
through the fence in front of the city
park, finally stopping when they reached
the grass. Strange to say the injury to
the outfit was trifling.