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The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
The Government Hopes That War With Turkey May
 Even Yet be AVGrted
ENCOURAGING NEWS HAS
 BEEN RECEIVED AT SOFIA
It Is Reported That Great Britain, France and Italy Have Advised the Sultan of Their Dissat-
 lsfacton at Massacres.

Sofia, Bulgaria, September S.-A dis tinctly optimistic tone now pervades the government and diplomatic circles here, and hopes are again expressed that may, after all. be averted.
 From London and Constantinople en- couraging news has been received. From London, it Is reported that the British government will send a fleet to Turkish waters, while reports from Constantino- pie say that Great Britain, France and Italy have intervened to prevent the continuance of massaeres in Macedonia It is said that yesterday the represen- tatives of these powers advised the sul- tan of their dissatisfaction with the methods of suppressing the outbreak and declared that the massacres must be stopped. 1t is said that they made special the Turkish troops in the vilayet of Uskub, where the revolutionary out break is insignificant, and affords no ex- cuse to the soldiers for pillaging and burning the villages and killing tho in- habitants.
 
 Turkey is simply carrying out the wishes expressed by the powers which urge the sultan's government to adopt energetic measures to suppress the revolution as speedily as possible. The report that these puwera Nave token such action has been deceived with great satisfaction by the Bulgarian ministry.
 The diplomatic corps here also appears to be more relieved that Turkey has taken the news of Bulgara's mobiliza- tion steps much more quietly than was anticipated.
 A special dispatch from Bila says sev- eral Bulgarian bands under Captain Stoyanoff attacked Melnik, province of Seres, sixty-five miles northeast of Sa- lonica. Endorsements were sent from Djoumania and they forced the insur- gents to retire to the mountains.
 Desperate fighting is reported to be proceeding in a defile of the valley of the Struma near Kresna between Turk ish troops and bands under General Zontiecheff.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
PRESIDENT FISH
 MAKES HIS REPORT
SERVICE OF YAZOO AND MISSES SlPPi VALLEY RAILROAD HAS BEEN INCREASED, BUT EARN INGS ARE SMALL.

Chicago, September 1S.-The annual re- port of President Stuyvesant Fish of the board of directors of the Yazoo and Mis- sissippi Valley railway company contains the following
 Total mileage, 1l62.l; addition of 66& since last year; bonds issued since June 30, 1900, $4, S33, ,S14, which sum was spent in im- provement and extension. Within the same time the company has paid out of it's earnings for back taxes in Mississippi, s, 1883, 116 this money enabling the state to build its new capitol. Since June 3O 1900, the passenger fares have been reduced from 254 cents per mile to 2.45 cents per mile and the average freight charges per ton one mile from 9.35 mills to SIS mills. The service rendered passengers and ship pers has increased during the period more than one-half, while it's earnings have been 1903 per cent less.
 Owing to losses due to high water. in- creased cost of material, wages. taxes, service and maintenance, the earnings last year were only $1, 656925, which is less than in any three years preceding. All of the earnings after paying fixed charges and taxes, went to pay the interest on the bonds, nothing being received by the stockholders.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
RAILROAD COMPASSION BILL
 PASSED BY THE LOWER HOUSE
THOMPSON AND SCOTT
 CONFER AT OYSTER BAY
Advisers Have Long Talk With the President Over Alabama Afars-Eight or Ten Important Federal Appointments
 Will be Made Within the Next Few Months.

Oyster Bay, September 1S.-After return ing from his Antietam trip today Presi- dent Roosevelt received several callers. Among them were John W. Suetterle, president of the national saengerfest, who presented an invitation to the President to attend the saengerfest to be held in Milwaukee next July. The President could not give MT. Suetterle a definite an- swer today, but indicated that he would probably not be able to accept the invi- tation. The presidential campaign will be in progress at the time and the Pres ident's attention will likely be absorbed in that work.
 Among the callers on the President this afternoon were J. o. Thompson, national revenue collector for Alabama, and Capt. Charles Scott, two of three Ala bama advisers of the administration. They had long conference with the President. Eight or ten important feder- al appointments are to be made in Ala bama within a few months. These were discussed at today's conference. Some
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
MAYORS ACCEPT.
Many Will Attend the Centennial Ban-
 quet at Chicago.

Chicago, September 1S.-Mayors of a score of the most important American cities have accepted invitations to the Centennial banquet which will close the jubilee week beginning September 29. A number of other distinguished men in public life have also sent acceptances.
 Among the mayors who have indicated that they will be present are: Roila Wells of St. Louis, James A. Reed of Kansas City, Julius Fleischmann of Cin- cinnati, Charles A. Bookwalter of Indian apolis, Sam N. Jones of Toledo, Evan F. Howell of Atlanta, Paul Capdeyiile of New Orleans John Weaver of Philadel- phia, and Seth Low of New York.
 The banquet will be held in the Audi torium hotel. Covers will be laid for 6O0 and dinner will be followed by informal speeches The formal addresses will be delivered in the Auditorium theatre. The stage will be set in stimulation of the interior of Fort Dearborn. Within will appear tepees and Indians.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
SHAMROCK II SOLD.
Stated That Captain Miller Has Pur.
 chased Old Cup Challenger.

New York, September 1S.-It is stated in connection with reports from Chicago that Captain Miller, who was skipper of the yacht Columbia during the sum- mer, and Captain Barrs assistant on bought from Sir Thomas Lipton the old cup challenger Shamrock II. The price paid for the hull was not known, but it is believed that 1t was not far from $7,000
 The yacht has been on the shore at Erie Basin for nearly two years and while being protected from the weather as far as practicable, has become less and less valuable by corrosion. The purchasers will break her up for the value of the material
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
MINISTER POWELL
 SENDS A PROTEST
PROJECT OF ESTABLISHING NEU.
 TRALlTY OF THE DOMINICAN
 WATERS WILL NOT PROVE Ac- cEPTABLE TO UNITED STATES.

San Domingo, Republic of Santo Do- mngo, September ls.--United States Min ister Powell has sent a strong protest to the Dominican government based on the following grounds: That the action of the Dominican government in sending to congress a project for establishing the neutrality of Dominican waters and mak- ing certain ports free, would Gin view of the fact that San Domingo is a neighbor- ing state) not be accepted in a friendly spirit by the government of the United States.
 That the United States government would not allow the establishment of any coaling ports in Santo Domingo or the cession of any portion of Santo Domingo territory to any European power.
 That the United States will not permit any nation to make exclusive use of Do- minican waters in time of peace, much less in time of war. Nor could the United States allow any portion of Dominican territory to be classed as neutral; nor permit any section of the country to con- flct with the concession granted to the Clyde line, according to which all vessels arriving from foreign ports are compelled to pay port dues, excepting the Clyde steamers
 The American protest has excited con siderable comment Minister Powell, 1t is pointed out, seems to be determined to have the rights of Americans respected by the government of Dominica
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
WITNESSES ON THE
 STAND IN KENTUCKY
TESTIMONY SHOWS THAT CURTIS LETT MADE THREATS AGAINST LIFE OF FORMER TOWN MAR sHAL cocKRlLL.

Cynthiana Ky, September 1S.-In the trial of Curtis Jett for killing Town Mar shal Thomas Cockrill, eleven witnesses this morning testified that they heard the shots fired and Immediately thereafter saw Jett come out of She court house. Harrison Blanton said he heard Jett say: This is the forty-fifth that laid low and now I'll visit my l1infolks"
 Noah Peters and Robert Blake described Jetts actions after the shooting when he came out of the court noIs, Judge Red wine and dother Nitnz sses fs5m Jackson. Ky, were present today.
 Seven witnesses testified for the com monweaith this afternoon. All cf them corroborated other witnesses who have testified. The most sensational feature of the afternoon was the testin )ny If ]. B. Little, who said he saw Cockril run ming at the time of the shooting and iiu- mediately afterwards Jett appeared in front of the court house. He heard Jett say d week before the assa ss3naston in the house of Mrs. Mans that he would kill Cockrill on sight, and that he (JetO never promised to do anything but that he carried it out.
 Johnson saw both Jett m l Spicer at the door of the court house immediately atte- the shooting with guns drawn. Attorney Blanton tonight said that Jett will not make a confession.
 The common wealth resled tonight, un- less some of the absent witnesses appear tomorrow. If they do lot, the defense will begin tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
TROOPS ORDERED
 OUT IN GEORGIA
NEGRO RAPIST IN JAIL AT ROME THREATENED WITH LYNCHING, AND GOVERNOR IS ASKED FOR AID.

Atlanta, September Blowing to threats of the intended lynching of Albert Going negro charged with assaulting a white woman near Rome, Ga. Governor Terrell tonight ordered company Of militia in that city to guard the jail where Going is confined.
 Early in the night a mob began to gather around the jail and threats to take the negro were heard on all sides.
 Later the sheriff received notice that thousand men were gathering in the neighborhood where the crime was att tempted. and that they had threatened to kill any deputies who tried to keep them from the negro.
 On hearing this, he wired the governor, who immediately ordered Major Wilham- son to mobilize what troops he could and protect the Jail.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
CHARGES AGAINST FUTILE.
Inspector Wright Requests That His
 Commission Be Held.

South McAister l. T., September 1S.- Inspector George Wright has requested that the commission of Dwight Futile. as chairman of the Choctaw township commission, vice J. A. Sterrett of Ohio, removed. be held up until charges can reach Washington.
 Futile was formerly chairman of the Creek town site commission and the air was rife with rumors of scandal before the commission was abolished. Many af- fidavts reflecting on Tuttle's private and official conduct were filed and these have been sent to Washington by Inspector Wright. Sterrett is still acting commis- sioner. MT. Futile was appointed at the request of Senator Platt of Connecticut
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
FIGHTING FOR CHILD. Divorced Wife Institutes Habeas Cor pus Proceedings Against Husband.

Chattanooga. September 1S.-Tomorrow before Judge George s. Burke habeas corpus proceedings will be had to deter mine whether a child shall be placed in custody of it's father or mother. The latter is Mrs. Pauline Gray Carter of New York and the father Andrew P. Carter of Sweetwater, Tenn.
 Mrs. Carter who is of an old southern family was divorced from her husband in South Dekota and the boy was turned over to her to be reared. She carried him to New York where she alleged his fath- CT found him and took him away from her. Mrs. Carter hired detectives and they recently found the boy at Dayton. She has employed able counsel and will make a strong fight for possession of the child She has letters of recommenda- ton from prominent people.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19

of the nominations will be sent to the senate soon after congress convenes in extraordinary session.
 President Roosevelt was the guest of honor tonight at the annual dinner of the Seawanhanka- Corinthian Yacht club. While the dinner was handsome af- fair, as a function it was not so elabor- ate as the dinner committee originally had planned
 The President gave the club to under stand that he could not attend the din- ner If it was to be made a great ban quet with many invited guests outside of the club membership. It was intended to have among those in attendance Sir Thomas Upton and members of his party now sojourning in this country and large number of distinguished army officers. This plan did not meet the Presidents approval and the list of guests was courtailed. An invitation was Snt to Sir Thomas Lipton, but he was unable to accept owing to his ill- ness.
 Governor William H. Hunt of Porto Rico called to pay his respects to the President before returning to his post
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
TTON PREVAILS LN
 ALL PARTS OF GREAT BRITAIN
"INDIANOLA AFFAIR IS
 BY NO MEANS SETTLED"
Congressman Williams of Mississippi Says PoStOice Incident Will Play Important Part in Next Presidential Election
 Fifteenth Amendment Another Live Issue.

Louisville, Ky, September 1S-Before leaving for his home in Mississippi Con gressman Williams, who has been at a an interview as to the probable Issues during the next campaign.
 ''So far as the south is concerned 2" said MT. Williams. "the Indianola affair is by no means settled It will be decidedly a live issue not only in the southern states but in the north as well The attention of the public will be called to the fact that there is federal statute which pro- vides that there must be at least one postoffice in each county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19

.'The repeal of the fifteenth amend ment will also be a vital issue in the south at least. Its enactment was one of the greatest blunders of the century a blunder worse than a crime. It calls for no effort at frankness on my part to say 1 am opposed to it. So far as l know the fourteenth amendment has not been called into question by anyone at the south despite press reports to the contrary Equally strong blanks for the democratic platform will be an antl-eolo. nial clause and a demand for an honest and economical administration.
 Mr. Williams returns to his home practically recovered from his ailment which necessitated an operation during his stay here.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
PosrMAsTERs APPOINTED.
New Rural Route Ordered EstabIisehi
 In Dallas.

Washington September S.-(Special.)-- J. N. Edwards has been appointed post master at Eclectic. Fillmore county, vice J. T. Johnston. removed. Green R. New man has been appointed regular and John R. Newman substitute rural carriers at Florence.
 rural free delivery route has been ordered established October 15 at Tyler. Dallas county. with one carrier Route covers an area of sixteen square miles, containing population of 54o.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
LYNCHING FEARED.
Troops Ordered to Guard Negro Pris-
 oner in Jail.

Raleigh N. C., September 1s.-In com plance with request from Judge G. A. Ferguson. Governor Aycoek tonight or- dered the Tarboro military company to. guard the Jail there to prevent lynch ing.
 Judge Ferguson's telegram stated that he was reliably informed there was dan ger of an attempt to lynch negro. Paul Mercer, convicted at the present term of court of assault and sentenced to the penitentlary for ten years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
Women Do the Paintina.

New York, September 1s.-The women of Wellington, N. J., have defied the painters and decorators union and have formed a league to paint their own houses They had difficulty with the unionists over the matter of wages and as a result have begun a cooperation scheme whereby the town is rapidly ac- quiring a new coat of colors without the aid of the men.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
Illinois Militia Volunteers.

Chicago September 1s.-Many members of the Illinois militia have volunteered their services to Macedonia in the war against the Turks, according to a state ment made by the local Macedonian committee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
SIR THOMAS CONDITION
 IS NOW SATISFACTORY

of Sir Thomas Lipton was pronounced tonight by his physicians to be entirely satisfactory and it is believed that all danger has passed, though the doctors say that it will be several days before they will be able to make that statement with entire confidence.
 We see no reason" said pr. Thomas tonight, why Sir Thomas should not
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19

symptoms have subsided to almost noth- ing and while it is still too early to say that there is no danger whatever we think that there is no doubt of his rapid recovery"
 It is not thought that Sir Thomas will be able to leave his bed for the greater part of week to come, and it will be at least ten days before he is able to travel.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19

favored he senate bill and why he op- posed the Lusk amendment. He knew a majority of Nhis constituents desired an elective commission and he came to the legislature mainly to secure the passage of the bill. This had been accomplished and he gave to the people credit of good judgment, and he did not believe that they desired any measure to go into eff feet against the general public good They did not desire to retrace their steps, and the adoption of the present bill would not be so considered. He wanted to disabuse the mind of any mem- Der that the bill was one to extend the time of the office, but it was merely one to permit them to serve the time for which they were elected. which was the spirit of the constitution.
 To States Interest.
 He thought it manifesty to the inter ests of the state that all three commis- sioners not go into office and out of of- flee at the same time He explained that the senate bill sought to remedy this de- feet. There should always be some member on the board with experience, and the only way to secure this was to divide the terms as proposed. He re- ferred to the possible harm to come from the election of the commissioners at a time when the people were excited over the general election as might be the case in 1904
 A last reason given by MT. Starr was that the members of the present com mission had entered upon the discharge of their increased powers in a manly way, and already under their decision the people were now saving s40O000 annually in freights, and with this good start it 1-I 4A would measure up to their full duty in the future. He moved to table the Lusk amendment, which carried by a vote of 58 to 2l.
 Mir. DuBose of Jefferson gained the floor and told of the attempt on the part of those who favored the elective com mission to pledge all candidates for the legislature, and how that his own name had been signed to the pledge by friend, without his knowledge and consent. but he felt that this should bind him. He did not object to the members of the present commission. and he thought they had dcne well. It was his judgment that the bill should remain as originally passed.
 Elliott Opposes Bill.
 Mir Elliott of Hale made his maiden speech in the house opposing the bill He thought his record clear in the house and he had come to the legislature principally to assist in the enactment of a law grant ing the railroad commission enlarged powers and he was proud that he had voted his conviction. conviction that was so deep rooted that few brief sum- mer months had not changed them. as 1t had apparently changed some of the mem bers who had formerly so vociferously supported the bill. He took no stock in the argument that the members had been named by the governor for a term of four years. The governor and the legislature were but the creatures of the people and he wanted to know if the creatures were Continued on Second Page)
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19
WEATHER FORECAST.

Washington. September 1s-Fore- | cast for Alabama: Fair Saturday : and Sunday; ligkt northeast to : northwest winds.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-09-19

honest primary election law which is set down as special order in the house for next Monday.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-06-20
MO 0RTGkGEE'S SALE.

will be sold at Public Auction on Mon
by. June 2s 1908. at o'clock p. NJ. in
+enlises, No. 7s5 Westminster street. in
le City Of Providence, by virtue OF the
bwer OF sale contained in that personal
foperty mortgage. made and executed
\ William r. Swan and S. Everett Will
ms, dated March 4 1903. and recorded In
lie office OF the Recorder OF Deeds, in
he City OF Providence. in Book No.
page 10 OF personal property mort
hges In said Providence. the conditions
said mortgage having been broken
he Hallwood Cash Register, one show
[se, one lunch counter. twenty-ope
|ools. eight dining tables. about thirty
hing room chairs, two large jardinieres
be hot water urn, one cash counter. one
|ffee urn, two water coolers, all oil
18th and mating on floors. all mirrors
J walls, back bar behind lunch counter
D table linen. crockery ware, glassware,
tverware and silver plated ware, one
|rge Walker range. one French broiler
he stove for heating water. one stove
II steam table. one steam table, one ice
be blower. all kitchen utensils. tinware
|llar. together with each and every ar
lie of property In said premises belong
q to said Swan and wilkins, in connec-
Pn with the business therein conducted
BY order OF the mortgage, who hereby
ives notice OF intention to bid at said
le or at any postponement or adjourn
CHARLES e. LUTHER. Mortgage.
e3e Westminster ST.
Providence. June 6. 1908
la 2o27
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-06-20

FOR SALE-AT HARRINGTON. z
one FAMILY houses and II acres OF lana;
large stable: hot and cold water; work
shop, etc: price. 1880. c. L. e. III. j.
GROSS; Managers OF Estates. Union
Trust Bldg
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-06-20

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The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-06-20

FOR SALE-THREE-FAM HOUSE
on Woodbine St. is rooms; improvements:
II. ]. GROSS, Managers of Estates, Union
Trust Bldg
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-06-20
REAL ESTATE ron SALE.

wANTED-A THREE ROOM TENE-
ment In a respectable neighborhood for
an elderly couple. Rent must be low.
Address Q AZ. News ONCE.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-06-20

FOR SALE-ON JEwETT ST. 10
room residence: all improvements; fur
mace heat: price. $4,000. q. L. & II. j.
Trust Bldg
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-06-20

TO leftover TENEMENT OF I
Rooms. on floor. modern convenie,ices
3s Warren street near Elmwood avenue
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-06-20

FOR sALE-AT GREENE. r. l.. es
hen houses: grist mill. good power ana
good wheel: price. $3.50. c.. l.. q II y,
GROSS, Managers OF Estates. Union
Trust Bldg.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-06-20

SITUATIONS WANTgD-MALE.

WANTED-PosITIoN AS TRAVEL
ing Salesman or Manufacturers Agent by
experienced man. Address U-l5. Provi-
dence News.
The Providence news. (Providence [R.I.]) 1891-1906, 1903-06-20
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE.

FOR sALE-ON BROADWAY. MOD
ern one-family house, IA roomsi steam
J; GROSS. Managers OF Estates. Union
Trust Bldg.