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The Butte inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1901-1912, 1903-09-22
BARNETT FROM WASHINGTON
Killed in Engagement With Moros on
September 10.
BY ASSOCIATED PRESS.

BY ASSOCIATED PRESS.
Chehalis, Wash, Sept. aa.--O. T.. Bar
nett, Twcnty-eghth infantry, killed on
Moros lake in an engagement with
Moros September 10, was Chchalis man.
I Barnetts father, ]. w. Barnett, lives at
Ailensburg and served in the First Wash
ington in the Philippines.
o. +. Barnett was IS years of age and
had been in service in the Twenty eighth
two years.
The Butte inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1901-1912, 1903-09-22
NEW NEWS ON THE TREATY
Time Limit on Panama Canal Ratifica-
ton Expires Tonight.
BY ASSOCIATED PRESS.

Washington, D. C., Sept. 2a.--The state
department up to noon today had no news
dispatches bearing upon Panama canal sit
uation either from Minister Beaupre or
through Mr.. Herran, the Colombian
charge d'afaircs here, and nothing is
looked for during the day, which will keep
the treaty alive after midnight
There is no intimation in official cir
cles here as to what will follow this.
The Butte inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1901-1912, 1903-09-22
OPEN A FUSILADE
Guards at Victor Fire on Men Trying to
Run Through the Dead Tine.

Victor. Colo, Sept aa.--rhc troops IN
canp Goldield were called to arms late
list night.
IL wis said n, military headquarters that
unknown persons had attempted TO break
through ite gard lines on Bull Hill
rwrn'y shots were fred by the scn'ries
bll it il hot known whether any OF them
look effect
The Butte inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1901-1912, 1903-09-22
DEFAULTER GETS TEN YEARS
ny ASSOCIATED PRESS.

New Haven, Conn, Sept. a2.-Oliver T.
Sherwood, the dcfaultng cashier OF the
Southwort National bank, was today. SEN
fenced to 10 years in prison by Judge
Platt in the United States circuit court
The Butte inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1901-1912, 1903-09-22
Refugees Flocking In.

M ASSaciAiEp PRESS.
Sofia, Sept. ss.--ren thousand refugees
from the dstrc, OF Loscngrad arrived At
Burgas during the last three days.
The Butte inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1901-1912, 1903-09-22
TEN FISHERMEN DROWNED

ny ASSOCIATED PRESS.
Dublin, Sept. a2.--Ten fishermen were
drowned today by the capsizing Of boat
: vii6mbay, near Wateryilic.
The Butte inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1901-1912, 1903-09-22
FOUR TOURISTS ARE KILLED

London, Sept. 2a.-Four tourists, who
were climbing the Scaffell mountain in
Cumberland. today fell down a precipice
and were killed.
The Butte inter mountain. [volume] (Butte, Mont.) 1901-1912, 1903-09-22
WEATHER

Fair tonight and Wednesday; frost
and cooler TONIGHT. ~ ~
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
SHOOTING AFFRAY
 IN WALKER COUNTY
FORMER SHERIFF o'REAH DAM SERIOUSLY WOUNDS A PROMl- NEWT FARMER, JOHN WILSON, IN DIFFICULTY OVER DEBT.

Jasper, December 24-(Special.)-B. M. O'Reah, ex-sheriff of Walker county, shot and fatally injured John Wilson, prom inent Winston county farmer, at Clear Creek Falls yesterday afternoon. News of the shooting was received here today by a messenger who came to summon Dr. A. M Stovall of this city to the scene of the tragedy
 It appears that the two men had had some difficulty over a transaction some months ago in which $50 was involved. It was generally supposed that the trouble had been settled, but from information received here, which Is more or less gar bled, OReah called on Wilson and asked him for the $50, which he claimed was due him. It is said that Wilson stated he did not have the money and words passed between them which resulted in O'Reah shooting at Wilson with shotgun. The left arm of Wilson was shot off and the load penetrated his abdomen.
 The affair has caused great sensa- tion here, and the friends of the two men are awaiting the return of the physi- elan. It is not known whether O'Reah has been arrested, but it is stated that after the shooting he returned to his home.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
Social and Personal.

One of the happiest events of the season was the Christmas tree given to the lit- tie children of the First Presbyterian church at Library hall last night A number of young hearts were delighted by the Christmas gifts received.
 Charles Collins of Jonesboro was in the city a few hours today.
 Dr. R. P. Chisolm leaves tomorrow for Marion Junction, where he will spend Christmas with relatives
 H. H. Claybrook of Cincinnati was in the city today looking after business in- terests.
 Frank Berry of Birmingham was in the city today.
 A. R. Howe. J. T. Fisher and R. Jones are visitors to the Marvel City.
 The Bessemer postoffice and the South ern Express company have done the heaviest business in their history this Christmas The postoffice force has been working double time for the past week. One hundred and twenty-five entries have been made in the registry department. which means that there have been be- tween 400 and 800 packages handled by the postoffice. The office will be closed to- morrow all day. with the exception of two hours in the morning.
 The volume of business done by the ex- press office has broken all former records The officials have found it necessary to put on an extra force of men during tiie week and extra delivery wagons have been pressed into service.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
WHEELER MAY RUN.
Reported That He Desires to Aqain
 Inter Congress.

Huntsville, December A-(SpeciaI)- News comes from Moulton of the probable candidacy of General Joseph Wheeler for his old seat in the lower house of con- gress. Friends and enemies alike of Gen. Wheeler have always conceded that dur ing the past year or two he has desired to again represent the district he served so long and now the Moulton Advertiser comes forward with the statement that Gen. Wheeler will probably make the race for the nomination next time.
 Congressman Richardson was seen this morning and stated that he had heard nothing relative to Gen. Wheeler's inten- tions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
GOOD BUSINESS DONE.
Southern Car and Foundry Plant at
 Anniston FlourIshing.

Anniston, December 4-(Specia.'l-ii ne receivers of the Southern Car and fouh- dry company have been able to make a most favorable report of business done for the first quarter. The court gave the receivers authority to continue business if in their judgment the state of trade justified it. The iron market has slight upward tendency now and the roll ing mill of the local plant is turning out a fine product, a gratifying amount of which is finding a ready sale.
 It is the belief of the local office that the plant will be able to work along steadily now and that large orders for car building may be secured for next year.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
Florence Tax List Raised.

Florence, December 24.-(Special.)-ln accordance with the recommendation or Mayor A. F. Walker in his annual report, the city council met Tuesday night ana revised the privilege tax list. Every mem- Der of the board was present and the business of the evening was dispatched with very little argument. There was raise of from to 30 per cent an along the line. to go into effect January l,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
BIG FIRE AT HUNTSVILLE.
Swift Warehouse and Packing Plant Is
 Destroyed.

Huntsville, December 24.-(Special)-- One of the largest fires ever seen in this city destroyed the warehouse and pacKihs plant of the Swift Packing company on West Clinton street this morning. The building was a long low frame structure and besides containing an enormous quan- tity of meats just from Chicago held two hundred tons of hay belonging to l.. Il. Johnson & Co.
 blaze was first seen in the middle part of the structure and within a few minutes the whole house was afiame. The loss is roughly estimated at slo'ooo' with insurance very small. The police believe the fire had an incendiary origin.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
MARRIAGE LICENSE FORGED.
Suit Brought Against Probate Judge of
 EtoWah.

Gadsden, December A-(Special.)- Matthew M. Frasier procured a mar riage license on December Il. producing an order from c. N. Tidwell, of Marshall county, father of the young lady. and further swore that he saw Mir Tidwell sign the order. Then the license was is- sued and the marriage performed.
 Now, MT. Tidwell has brought suit against the probate judge for damages for issuing the license on a forged order. On being notified of the suit. John H. Carter, acting for Judge Ayers, swore out a warrant for Frasier, charging him with forgery. He was arrested and lodged in jail.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
Present for Shevlin.
Social and Personal.

The pupils of St. Catherine's school will give Christmas entertainment at the A. O. H. hall tomorrow evening.
 An excellent programme has been ar ranged for the occasion.
 Christmas services will begin at the Protestant churches tomorrow at Il o'clock.
 MT, John S. Tolbert and Miss Maggie Lee Dony were married last evening at the First Baptist church, the Rev. J. A. Hendricks performing the ceremony.
 Prof. and Mrs Lyles delightfully."- enter tained the pupils of Prof. Lyles last eVeh- ing at the home of Mrs. McDohai" oii East Highlands.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
Madison Circuit Court Adjourns.

Huntsville, December A.-(Special.)- Circuit court of Madison county has been adjourned after a term of nearly two months and in the second week of Janu- arv Judge speake will convene the first term of Circuit court under the new ar rangement in Limestone county After three weeks of court in Athens Judge speake will open here again. Madison county can have thirty-two weeks of court year If necessary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
COAL IN DEMAND.
Pittsburg Coal Company Wants Miners
 to Work During Holidays.

Jasper, December 24.-(Special)-Th officials of the Pittsburg Coal companys interests in the south are endeavoring to induce their miners to work during the holidays in order to meet the demands of New Orleans and the Southern Pa cifc railroad trade
 Over POGO tons of coal are leaving the coal fields every day for Greenville, where it is being transferred by way of the river to New Orleans.
 Such a demand as this at present Is unprecedented and the mines are work ing full force to meet it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
YOUNG MAN HURT.
Struck by Scale Standards While Rid
 ing on Box Car.

Selma, December 24.-(SpeciaI. )-This morning Leslie Williams age about twenty-one years, the son of T. J. Will Hams, received painful injuries in the yards of the Western Railway.
 The young man was a brakeman and was riding on the steps of box car lad der when he collided with the standards of the railroad scales. He was knocked from the car and his thigh broken. The scales struck him in the chest and it is feared that the blow may have injured him internally.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
Police Court RusY.
Social and Personal.

Miss Lucy Martin, who is attending school at Tuscaloosa is at home for the holidays
 A. J. Rowan is spending Christmas at his home in St. Clair county
 l.. P. Hil editor of the Ensley Enter prise, is spending the holidays in New Or leans
 Charlie Smith, a popular young man of this place who has been confined at St. Vincent's hospital for the past few days, is able to be at his place of business again.
 Miss Jessie Freeman, who is attending school at Montevallo, is pending her va cation with relatives
 Mrs. s. w. Sigler of Elba Is visiting her brother, the Rev. J. D. D. Hall.
 There will be a special Christmas ser vice at St. Johns church tomorrow morn ing at 10:30.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
JAsPER's SCH ooL BUILDING.
Dickinson. pastor of the First Baptist church in Birmingham.

Dickinson, pastor of the First Baptist church In Birmingham.
 There Is Political Talk.
 There Is more or less political talk in Jasper but all of a prospective nature. Those closely identified with politics are reticent in expressing themselves regard ing either state or national candidates.
 One prominent politician said today that it was too early yet to say much. He be- lieved that either Parker or German would make an excellent president but added, however, that to take a conserva- tive view of the matter he would not say that the next President would be demo- crat until after he knew who the republi can nominee was.
 If they nominate Roosevelt" he said, there will be change of administration, as I am satisfied that the country does not and will not endorse the manner in which he has acted since by accident or fate he became chief executive
 Regarding state politics, Breck Mus groves name is mentioned as being probable candidate. If he does enter the race he will certainly receive a tremen- dous vote in Walker county MT Mus grove, however, has never committed himself on the matter and his closest friends say that at this time it is impossi- ble to state whether he will or not. Mel vile Drennen's name is sometimes men toned and he has some admirers here.
 County Candidates Numerous.
 The woods are full of county candidates, and many are already hard at work. Judge J. w. Sheppard will try to succeed himself as probate judge. He is immense ly popular and his admirers. whose names appear to be legion say he has made an excellent officer. J. Moore, who will be the opponent of Judge Shepard is going to make a hot race. He appears to be as popular as the judge and is considered to be a man of high integrity and purpose. Both candidates admit that 1t will be fight to the finish and the ultimate out come of course remains to be seen, as both are confident of victory.
 With the meeting of the state execu- tive committee drawing near the sub ject of the primary is being freely dis cussed. Many prominent men of the community have been questioned, and it appears that public opinion here is in favor of late primary. Many men considered that the first Monday in Au- gust would be a fit day as the old eec- tions in Alabama were always held on that day.
 Mayor Talks.
 J. H. Cranford, mayor of the town, said today, regarding Jasper: We have a nice, clean, orderly town. and Christ mas seems to be passing off without an arrest being made All these new brick and stone buildings which you see around speak for the prosperity of the community more eloquently than l can. l have been in business here for the last twenty-three years. and can say that the people seem more prosperous this year than ever before. The farmers are paying their debts. and with a con- tinuance of the present healthy condi- ton of affairs this coming year will be record-breaking one for the commun- ity."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
AN uP.To-DATE MARKET
Pink Cherry Has Opened Up One on
 Nineteenth Street.

o,e ef the handsomest markets in the eitv Ia that of Pink Cherry. 3d9 north Ninstsenth street, Mir, Cheery is from Atlanta, and has purchased the Alabama paclxine company. Everything in the nerJxef line can be purchased there with tha assuranee that it is the best to be had The market was beautifully de- oorafed. and created much favorable comment yesterday, sss
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
William G. lamar Dead.

Huntsville, December 24.-(Special.)- J. William G. lamar, aged 56 years, died Tuesday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. George Darwin. on Adams avenue. Mir. lamar was one of the best known citizens of the county and was one of the pioneer fruit-growers in this section. He leaves widow and one child, Mrs. George Darwin
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
WILL RESUME CONTROL,
A. R. Noble to Again Manage Theatre
 at Anniston.

Anniston. December 24.-(Special. .)-Af- ter January ]. A. k. Noble will manage the Noble Street theatre, the contract of Dr. J. L. Wikle having expired. Many valuable Improvements will be made In the building.
 The stage will be covered over head and the walls will get a new coat of fresco. The dressing rooms will be re- papered and carpeted and the furniture overhauled and new heating apparatus will De installed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
Huntsville Spectators Lucky.

Huntsville. December 24-(Special)- During the present week. cotton specu- Iators have again made thousands of dol- lars by the present advance. During the month in the first sharp rise, their estl- mated profits were $5o,oOO and since that time they have been out of the market They got back in just right Monday and original profits are said to have been anpbfad
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
Leg Cut of By Train.

Huntsville, December 24.--(Special.)- George Allen. young planter who lives nine miles west of Huntsville. lost leg Tuesday at midnight by being struck by freight on the Southern railroad near Dallas. Allen Is in q critical condition and Is injured internally.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
SOUTH HIGHLANDS ACADEMY.
POOP Eleventh Avenue, South, Prepar
 atory School for Boys.

Application for admission will be re- ceived during the holidays.
 The principal refers to Ex-Gov. w. c, Oates and Congressman Wiley of Mont- gomery. and to Ex-Gov. Johnston, Judge Feagin and Messrs. T. H. Motion and W, J. Cameron of this city,
 JOHN SAVAGE. Principal. 1923 s. 18th St, 12-S-2t-fr-su
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
Mr.. WInsIow'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 Soothing Syrup. and take no other kind Has been used for over FIFTY YEARS by MILLIONS of MOTHERS for their CHILDREN WHILE rEBTHINo, with PERFECT SUCCESS It 6OOTHEs ths CHILD, SOFTENS the GUMS. ALLAYs ali PAIN, CURES WIND COLO, and is twenty-five cents a bottle.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25

Jasper, December 24-(Special.) )-Jasper Is enjoying a healthy Christmas trade. The streets and square are literally thronged with shoppers and money is being freely spent The farmers in the community have had exceptionally good crops and are getting as high as 12.S5 for their cotton
 The public school has broken up for the Christmas holidays and will recon vene on January 1. The school at this place is enjoying a very large patronage, having an enrolment this term Of 2'o pupils The school building is one of the best in the state and was erected two years ago at cost of $2O,000. It is com- bination high and grammar school ana IS under the direction of Prof. w. E. Turnip- seed. who is considered to be an educator of high merit, and is popular with both citizens and pupils. The professor is en- deavoring to raise the school to a still higher rating so that from a point of et- ficiency it will rank with any in the south The building is strictly modern and up-to-date. so far as equipment is con- cerned. The latest improved desks are In use and during the winter months fur mace supplies heat for the entire structure. Apart from the regular features of the school a Kindergarten has been estap- lished, and is under the direction of Miss M. Haley. There are also art and musi- cal departments
 Professor Turnipseed has corps or seven teachers who assist him in his work.
 Erecting Water Works.
 The Crawford Me 'cantile company, which plant put in an electric hghuhe system last May is now erecting water works plant at a cost of over s2o'ooo. Work has already commenced and equip ment is on hand. An S-inch main is being laid from bored wells north of town.
 The Commercial club, with a member shin of about 100, is making strenuous el- forts to induce manufacturing enterprises and other industries to locate here. The Jasner Land company has offered to fur nish free sites for the location Of plants of any kind. The close proximity or the coal fields and water and light supply are considered as big inducements to out side capitalists.
 The Commercial club Is endeaVorlng to facilitate the passenger service into Jas per and has already gotten promises from the Southern railway to put on an extra accommodation train between Russellville and Parrish. The club is also trying to get an adjustment of rates on the frlsco and hopes to eventually succeed.
 Jasper has four good churches with active membership The Rev J. V. Dick inson is pastor of the Baptists church. MT. Dickinson is a brother of Dr. A. J.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
STOCKHOLDERS MEETING.

The regular annual stockholders' meet ing of the Birmingham Ice Factory oom- pany will be held at the office of tho com pany Tuesday, January l2. 1904. for the purpose of electing directors to serve for the ensuing year and the transaction of such other business as may properly come before the meeting,
 JAMES A, GOING, President. I. FRANK RUSHroN, Secretary
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
Dinners Are Distributed.

Selma, December e4-tSpeciai. 1.-The Sal yation army distributed dinners today for over three hundred people in this vicinity. Baskets containing bread, pe- tatoes, chickens, corn, apples. oranges and candy were given out and many hearts were made happy,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
PRATT CITY SPENDS
 A VERY BUSY DAY
EMPLOYES OF THE VARIOUS IN DUSTRIES ARE PAID OFF AND
 MERCHANTS DO A BIG BUSl- NESS-SoclAL AND PERSONAL.

Pratt City. December 24-(Special.)- This was general pay day with all of Pratt Citys industries and tonight the city witnessed one of the most lively Christmas scenes in it's entire history. The main streets were crowded almost to congestion with shopers and pleasure seekers. The merchants report that their holiday trade has been very gratifying.
 Although the crowds on the streets to- night are without parallel there were comparatively few arrests made, with the exception of some persons who were ar rested for drunkenness and disorder.
 Present for ShevIin.
 The miners of No mines have present. ed M. J. Shevlin, the former foreman, with library suite, valued at sl25. MT. Shevlin who had been in charge of No. for over two years. was recently transfer red to Slope No. 3.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
Cotton 13 Gents in Selma.

Selma. December 24.-(Special.) )-The Selma Cotton Exchange today quotes middling cotton at thirteen cents and al- together there are 96l8 bales of cotton on hand and a brisk demand. and the hold CTS are not anxious to sell. This is per- haps the highest middling cotton has been quoted in Selma since the war
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
ENSLEY NEWS.
Repairing of Steel Plant Will Soon Be
 Finished.

Ensley, December 24.-(SpecaL)-The re- pairing work In progress at the steel plant is being pushed rapidly to comple- ton. A large force of skilled workmen are installing mixing machine and sev- eral additional gas producers.
 The new mixing machine, when install- ed, will be the only one of its kind in the south. The work, it is estimated, will be greatly facilitated by the intro- duction of this machine. It seems to be the intention of the company not to stop until they have made the Ensley plant one of the most modern in the country
 The damage that was caused by the ex- poson of No. stove at No l furnace has been repaired and the stove will be started up in day or two. The explo- sion occurred last Saturday morning, did considerable damage and injured seven men, all of whom are able to be out again.
 Police Court Busy.
 This was busy day in the police court. number of offenders were brought be- fore his honor on various charges John Sawyer, colored, was fined $37 90 and Char lie Cheese was fined $15 on charges of lar ceny. James Hawkins was fined J250 on the same charge.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
Special Matinee Bijou today

500 pounds turkey served at dinner today at The Albert Restaurant, 2l3 N. 2Oth St,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-25
WINTER TOURIST RATES
To Principal Points In Florida, Nassau
 and Cuba.

and Cuba.
 Southern railway will have on sale daily until April so round trip winter excursion tickets to principal resorts in Florida. Nassau and Cuba. at greatly reduced rates. Final limit May 31. 1904. Through Pullman sleeping car Birmingham to Jacksonville. Write for booklet entitled .Winter Homes in Summer Lands.' For reservation. detailed information, etc, apply passenger office Morris hotel building. Telephone ar.
 J. 0. LUsK. l1-zs-tf District Passenger Agent