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The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
VOTING DEFERRED.
Cuba's Amended Loan Law Is Delayed
 By Negotiations.

Havana, December 15.-Voting on the amaneded loan law has been deferred ir the senate pending the completion of ne. gotiations with the New York financial houses who are expected to undertake the loan, and whose approval of every condition affects the articles.
 Various representatives of the Ameri- can bankers recently submitted proposals but it is understood that President Palma had a private understanding with New York houses, under whose advice the amendments to the law were prepared. and the law will go to them under a general contract.
 Radical congressman and others have criticised the administration because cer- tifcates for the payment of veterans had not yet been issued in accordance with the law
 The government, however. is in no hur- ry to issue certificates based on the Go- meg commission list the claims in which aggregate double what was expected to be realized from the pending loan.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
SOUTHERN CHIVALRY.
Ex-Confederate Soldier Sends Gold
 Satre to Former Foe.

Rochester, N. Y, December 15.-Among gifts received by Col. and Mrs James P Foster of Geneva, <who celebrated their golden wedding today. was a gold sabre sent by Col James Armstrong of Charles ton. g. C.. an ex-Confederate officer now editor of the News and Courier. The two men fought on opposite sides during the civil war and their regiments were pitted against each other, but after the war T friendship sprang up between them which was continued for many years. In the letter accompanying the gift. Col. Arm strong said
 'I send you a gold sabre. suggestive of your gallant services as a federal officer of the golden opinions you have won from commanders and comrades and from foes now your devout and admiring friends"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
OBJECTIONS HEARD
 BY THE COMMITTEE

Washington, December 15.-The senate committee on postoffices and post roads today heard the objections of a number of representatives of insurance companies to the passage of the bill prepared by state insurance commissioners, to bar fraudulent insurance companies from using the mails. Several of those heard agreed that the bill as it is proposed to amend it would not seriously injure legiti- mate business but at the same time op- posed the measure on the ground that 1t was a step toward dangerous legisla- tion
 The committee decided to take no ac- ton at this time. but Chairman Penrose expects to.call ano.ner meeting after the holidays, when the bill will be further considered.
 Elijah R. Kennedy of New York and Sin cn Wclf of stington spoke of the evil effects of the proposed legislation on fire and life insurance companies.
 Representatives Ransdel of Louisiana and Representative Bate of Pennsylvania stated the reasons of mutual insurance companies for opposing the measure. k. F, Folk state insurance commissioner for Tennessee. spoke in favor of the bill as t is proposed it shall he amended.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
KEECH BOUND OVER
 TO THE GRAND JURY
POSTAL INSPECTOR AT MEMPHIS BELIEVES HE HAS UNEARTHED THE GREATEST FRAUD THE SOUTH HAS EVER KNOWN.

Memphis. December 15-A. V. keeeh, recently arrested on the charge of fraud ulent use of the mails in connection with the Mississippi Valley planter prize distri- button. was bound over in 5000 bail to the federal grand jury this afternoon at a preliminary hearing before United States Commissioner D. I4 Elliott.
 The postal authorities, banks, newspa- pers and wholesale establishments of the city continue to receive numerous inquir- ies concerning the prize distribution and n voluminous stream of mail continues to pour into the Memphis postoffice for Rob- er H. Banks. the name given in the print ed circulars Postofice Inspector A. J. Moore says that he Is confident that this case will excell all others in the south at least in point of the number of individ- uas who were taken in by the fraud.
 The letters and telegrams thus far re- ceived show that the circulars were sent to Texas, Indian Territory, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennessee. Mississippi, Louisi- ana and Alabama. and that the victims will total close to 5000.
 At a late hour tonight Keech had not made bond
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
GROWN PRINCE A PRISONER.
Frederick William Kept In Because H Q
 Raced Steeplechase.

Berlin, December l5.-Crown Prince Frederick William was required by his father to remain in his room for three days for having raced a steeplechase against the emperor's wishes.
 The race took place near Potsdam. three or four weeks ego. The crown prince IS a venturesome rider. and had been repri- manded by the emperor for riding up the steps of Sans Souci palace at the head of the second company of the First regiment of the guards, of which regiment he had recently been appointed colonel a few days before, oa which occasion, it is re- ported. the emperor said he must not en- danger his life by steeplechaslng. The prince, while at Bonn university, was noted for driving tandem at full speed to see how close he could cut corners
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16

ders. The bill provides for the dissolu- ton. accompanied by the representation of property, of such congregations as exist solely for the purpose of teaching and for the partial sequestration of the prop erty of those congregations which. in ad- dition to teaching, also conduct hospitals for the ndigent.
 Five years are allowed for completely carrying out the proposed law, the adop- ton of which will entail the closing of 1919 schools for boys, 2195 schools build ings where girls are taught, and all the schools conducted by the Christian broth CTS. The bill also provides for the en- largement of the public schools conduct ed by the state. It is estimated that the complete operation of the premiers plan will cost the state $5.OOO0O0.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
STOYEMEN MEET
 AT CHATTANOOGA

Chattanooga, December 15-A special to the Times from South Pittsburg, Tenn, says:
 The southern conference of the board of stove mounters and steel range workers met here this afternoon and organized. Y. C. Woodhn was elected president and C. B. Bowman secretary. Delegates are in attendance from all parts of the southern territory, leaders being Vii A. Clinton of Rome, Ga., S. s. Haywood of Bridgeport, Ala. P. c. Jacoway of Avondale, Ala. w. T. Gather of Sheffield, Ala, and H. I. Ragon of Atlanta.
 The board began at once to go over the situation in the south. It will continue m session for several days and fix the prices for work all over the south.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
FRANCIS JOSEPH
 FEARS FOR PETER

Vienna, December 15-The Nous Wiener Journal asserts at recent private audi ence Emperor Francis Joseph gravey warned the new Servian minister Vuitch. Of the risk King Peter ran in incurring the resentment of Europe by his failure to punish or remove from office those persons having guilty connection with the murder of King Alexander and Queen Draga, and intimated that stronger de- nands of European feeling would follow the withdrawal of the diplomats, If the assassins were permitted to retain influ- ence.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
THREE DESPERATE
 MEN ROB A HOTEL

St. Louis. Mo. December 15 Three des- perate men armed with revolvers and hammers. entered the office of the Erie hotel today and finding Clerk George Harding alone, knocked him down with a hammer They continued beating him until he consented to open the safe. Af- ter the safe was opened. Harding was knocked senseless. Victor Dausson. guest of the hotel, entered the office and the robbers promptly knocked him down and beat him into insensiblity with the hammer. The trio then footed the safe of $16S and fled. Harding and Dausson were found soon after, both lying uncon- scious and were removed to the hospital. Dausson may die The police have no clue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
PELLETAN lNTERPELLATED.
Minister of Marine Is Sustained by the
 French Senate.

Paris, December 15.-The session of the senate today was devoted to an interpel- lation attacking the action of M. Pelle- tan, minister of marine, in cancelling the trial of a mutnous sailor by a special na- val court on the ground that the court was Illegally constituted.
 The interpellator claimed that the min ister himself had acted illegally. The sen ate, however upheld Minister Pelletan by a vote of 154 to 94.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
Cruisinq Circles EnIarued.

London. December 15.-A dispatch to the Daily Telegraph from Tol1io says that the cruising circles of the Japanese standing fleet have been extended by an admiralty order as far as Corean and Chinese wat ters. This order is regarded, the corres- pendent adds, as endowing the commard- der-in-chief with great administrative power and advantage at the present state of the circles between Russia and Japan.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
BOUT IS TAME.
Jack Munroe Easily Knocks Out Al
 Limerick.

Boston, December 15.-One of the most uninteresting bouts ever held in this city resulted in a decision for Jack Muhroe of Butte, Mont, over Al. Limerick of Buff falo, N. Y, in the third round of what was to have been a fifteen-round contest before the Criterion club tonight.
 Limerick showed little knowledge of the boxing game, and Munroe had no diffi- culty in landing at will.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
DEsPERADoES BREAK.
Burt Alvord Leads Daring Escape al
 Tombstone, Ariz.

Dallas. Tex, December 15.-A special to the News from El Paso says:
 Burt Alvord the noted Arizona des- perado, under sentence for train robbery. and his partner, Billy Stiles, broke jail at Tombstone, Arizona, this evening. Six other prisoners escaped with the train robbers and all are still at large with several hours start of the sheriffs posse, which has gone in pursuit.
 It is thought that Alvord received aid from outside the jail. Great excitement prevails as a result of the wholesale de- livery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
COMBES DRAWS UP
 A SWEEPING BILL
WILL PRESENT MEASURE TO THE
 CHAMBER PROVIDING FOR THE
 CLOSING OF 4114 SCHOOLS OF RELIGIOUS ORDERS IN FRANCE.

Paris December 15.-Premier Combes today communicated to the council Of ministers the text of bill forbidding all teaching by the religious orders, even those now actually authorized, which will be presented in the chamber of deputies Friday next.
 The purpose of the measure IS to apro- gate the existing legislation permitting teaching by the authorized religious or
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
Jack Wilsan Arrested.

Houston, Texas December 15.-Deputy United States Marshal Yam has arrested a man who confessed that he is Jack Nelson who Is wanted in several parts of the state on various charges. Nell son has been taken to Dallas to stand trial for the murder of A. D. Pate, a dep- uty sheriff.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
Homcseekers, Excursions.

On the first and third Tuesday of each month the Frisco system offers very low rates. both one way and round trip from Birmingham to all points in Texas. Okla homa and Indian Territory. For particu- lars apply to or address l.. B. Washing ton. city passenger agent. Frisco system. Birmingham. Ala
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
Wanted in Georgia.

Jim Brown a negro, was arrested last night by Policemen Norrel and Walker on the request of the police authorities at Newman, Ga. where it Is said he is wanted for murder.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
ALABAMA FIELD
 TRIALS ARE HELD
RUNS ARE MADE UNDER FAIRLY FAVORABLE CIRCUMSTANCES AT HUNTSVILLE, BUT BIRDS ARE RATHER SCARCE.

Huntsville, December 15-(Special.)- The all age stake, Alabama field trials was run today under fairly favorable con- ditions. Birds were not found abundant which was due to high cold wind
 There were eight starters in the stake and among the number were several high classed dogs The course was level and afforded opportunity for speed and rang ing. Winners: First Rip owned by Johnson X Co.,. second, Toney Boys Kate, H. II. Mayberry: third, Rip Lass owned by Martin Kellar and Rison
 No Change in Stakes.
 Huntsville, December 15.-(Special)- Alabama field trials club tonight decided to make no change in the stakes except in the free-fo for-al in which the added money will be $500. There was a strong movement to have every stake open to the world, so that the best dogs of the country would be entered for big purses.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16

Willie T. Porter was appointed regular and Porter ]. Vardaman substitute rural carrier at Sylacauga.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
WASHINGTON NOTES.
Postmasters Appointed and Patents
 Issued to Alabamians.

Washington, December 15.-(speeial)- J. II. Burgess was appointed postmaster at Francis, Calhoun county, vice P. T. Phillips resigned.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16

Patents issued: Thomas Earhart. Park wood, automatic air coupling for cars, Benjamin R. Smith, Gadsden. saw guage: Charles w. Stanton, Mobile, apparatus for drying earthly substances; also a trap.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16

All kinds of cuts. Age-Herald ED craving Department
The Birmingham age-herald., 1903-12-16
Shopping Bags

If lady does not already possess a handsome Purse or Hand Bag of the newest design there is most probably nothing that will please her more than one selected from the great display of ours. They're ele- gant and indicative of style from the word 'go."
 Ladies' Auto Bags, in different colors, in walrus and seal case, card case, coin purse, leather handies.. =. ......$1.2o A beautiful line of Purses, in black and red, silk lined, card case, coin purse, leather
 HdHule. @S'oo Purses in brown, blue and green, gold and silver trimmings, silk lining, coin purse. .....$ .$4.5o Walrus Leather Purses, silk lined, pleated handles, an extra well made Bag. $6.00 A beautiful Auto Bag in brown and black, with pleated enect, card case and coin purse, fine quality silk lining ng......... .$8.50 A real Japanese Leather Purse, gold trimmings. leather handle, one of the most popular styles. -. -. ..'.'..... .@io.oo
 1925
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Montour American. (Danville, Pa.) 1866-1920, 1903-12-24
Death of Mrs, Kortenhaus.

Mary EIma, the wife Of Henry
korteuhaus, whose critical illness in
Philadelphia was noted Thursday
morning, departed this life a few
minutes before Z O'Clock, Friday even
ing. \ telegram bearing the sad It'd
ings reached this city Saturday morn
ing
The remains reached this city Sat
urday evening on the 80 Pennsyi-
vania train, accompanied by Mr..
Mrs. john ". tarnsWOrtn, Iarher anu
mother of the deceased. The remains
we're taken to the Farnsworth home
stead, West Mahoniug street
The deceased was 32 years of age
Besides her husband and parents she
is survived by sister, Miss Pauline
Farnsworth of this city, and brother,
Harry Farnsworth, of Philadelphia.
MIS-. Kortenhaus was woman OF
lovely and refined character, who was
universally beloved She grew to wo-
manhood in this city, but TOR the last
eleven years resided in Philadelphia.
Mrs Kortenhaus' death was not due
to typhoid fever, as reported. This
fact was given out in this city through
misapprehension, which was correct
ed when Mr. and Mrs. Farnsworth re
turned from Philadelphia. The cause
of death involved a complication OF
ailments. The deceased had been IN
poor health for over year and at
times was a great sufferer.
Montour American. (Danville, Pa.) 1866-1920, 1903-12-24
Canal Beds Revert to Owners.

~ ~. .''' ''.'S'o' - "a, i"I
''1''-''- -" l''' 'alN = an" 0"' 'hA' Will
nave "i'' spread eiect, was that OF
he'N9 county case mat was decided
ny ''''' oo'y last week III regards TO
l''s oe" oil an abandoned canal revert
ing '''A U" l"e original owner when
II ''','''' = @''" ''''' ''0 I''a sup
e''"' 1"UI' "''Ij'' '"aJ 1He property
"i'eF "'I"- once a0ahnoae' by the
o''''''' '',' 4'.'''l -. .'''' purposes, re-
'tIl' Da'N 10 ll' orig MAJ owner rms
Is point t'Iat Will he or great in
ter''' IN ihI' section, aS there l. the
"'"n"o"7' T'"n'liNaoIa canal good
portion OF which has been sold by the
i'ehhSy ylFAHIA CanaI 60. TO the Della
ware l. acNaWanna ana western RalI-
road Coz ana Il Tins decision be a cri-
t'Eioh or precedent there WlII no doubt
De tIouhIe ana ltlgation from Nantl-
coke TO HaYre de Grace.
Following Is tine gISt OF the dccIs-
ION
lhe superior Court affirmed the de-
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sunni a. -
Montour American. (Danville, Pa.) 1866-1920, 1903-12-24

These specially designed coins are of
two types two obyerses having the
same reverse; l25, 900 bear an excellent
likeness Of Thomas Jefferson-the Gov
eminent father of the Louisiana Pur-
chase. The other 1850 present the
profile of William Mckinley, the Gov
ernment father Of the Louisiana Pur-
chase Exposition.
\ number of these numismatic gems
have reached our city and are being
shown and sold by First National
Bank The various jewelry mount
ings that may be had for this official
souvenir makes them particularly ad-
aprable for gift purposes and the pur-
chaser enjoys a guarantee and price
protection that has never been given
with a souvenir coin.
The proceeds from the sale Of the
Louisiana Gold Dollars Will be direct
Iv employed for general purposes and
the purchaser and those assisting in
its sale not only evince a patriotism
worthy of the grand commemorating
event Of one of this country's most
notable epochs, but will be direct con
tributors to what is now, in its ap-
preaching stages Of completion. more
than promise-the greatest of Worlds
Fairs.
Montour American. (Danville, Pa.) 1866-1920, 1903-12-24
WATER DEPARTMENT
Grave Robbed Of It's Flowers.

\ contemplate act of gra' despu-
lation in Fairyicw cemetery came TO
light yesterday afternoon.
At the funeral OF Mrs Kortcnhauo,
Tuesday afternoon after the sexton
was through according to custom the
beautiful flowers presented were plac-
ed upon the grave. In the lot besides
carnations and other flowers was a
large bunch Of American beauty roses.
Yesterday afternoon Mr.. Farms
worth, father OF Mrs kortenhaU-, had
occasion to visit the cemetery, when
to his surprise he found the grave de-
spoiled Of its flowers The American
Beauty rosa which were tied with a
handsome ribbon, had entirely disap-
peared while other flowers had been
torn open and the greater part of them
carried Off
1t Is difficult to tell who committed
tine theft as it Is not the season when
people are apt to stroll into the GENE
terry for pleasure II would suggest
rather that there are parties who Ii,
i'm wait for funeral, and as soon a- the
cemetery is clear steal into TN.
ground, and purIoiu the flowers
Montour American. (Danville, Pa.) 1866-1920, 1903-12-24
OGE TION OF
BADGES SETTLED

The ycxcd question OF badges tol
hremou wa~ settled at the regular
meeting OF Council Friday eve Dy the
Borough agreeing to raise its appro-
wiariou from 500 to $40, which with
tine $40 donated by the fire department
will enable the committee to purchase
25u badges at 40 cent, piece Tie
motion wa- made by Mr. Goysrr aud
seconded bv Mr. Frustcrmarhgr il
carried unanimously
II was tine sense of council that
there is altogether rn much tlrdiur~s
among residents in the matter of re-
moving snow and slush from thcir
sidewalk, rs a result of this neglect
the uavcmeuts since last week have
been in shamefuIly bad condition.
1t was thought that it is high time
thlt Example were made of some on
and ON motion OF Mr. Gocser ID was
decided that the Street Commissioner
be instructed to see 20 il hereafter that
the snow Is removed and TO enforce
the ordinance by imposing the pen
atty provided
On motion of Mr. Reifsnydrr the
Street Commissioner was instructed to
discontinue the use of salt where
necessary to render the pavements safe
on Mill street and as an experiment tc
Montour American. (Danville, Pa.) 1866-1920, 1903-12-24
sou YENIRl
GOLD DOLLARS

The late coins issued from the United
states Mint at Philadelphia to com
memorate the Louisiana Purchase Ex
position and known as the Louisiana
Purchase Gold Dollar have been pro.
nounced by numismarists the finest ex-
amples Of modern coming art This
coinage. which will live as a metallic
memorial Of the great Worlds Fair of
1904, was provided for by specific
Arr ot Congress. which also limits
'hrIr issue 10 25o,o10 pieces, The en-
ilre coinage viii be delivered TO the
Exposition Company and Will repre-
Sent part OF the Governments gem
eral appropriation of -, 600. 000for the
Exposition
Montour American. (Danville, Pa.) 1866-1920, 1903-12-24
Funeral of Mrs. Kortenhaus

Mrs Henry Kortenhaus, whose death
occurred in Philadelphia on Friday
evening, was buried Tuesday after
noon The funeral was held at , p.
m from the residence Of J. W. Farms
worth, father of the deceased, West
Mahoning street Rev. J. E. Hutchi-
son officiating. A quartette was rend-
cred by ;. \. and J. B. Mccoy, Miss
Margaret zimmerman and Mrs. j. Ii.
Johnson. The pail bearers were W.
L. Mcclure, NJ. G Youngman, W G..
Williams, W. J. Rogers, w. g. Pursel
and ". W. Welliver
Iuterment took place in Falrview
Cemetery The burial was private
Montour American. (Danville, Pa.) 1866-1920, 1903-12-24
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Montour American. (Danville, Pa.) 1866-1920, 1903-12-24
AT THE THEATRE.

\ Jolly play, with plenty Of good
comedy-comedy witty and bright, is
preferred by most people. Yet there
are those who would rather devote an
evening to a high class concert, a per
tormancc of a 9hakespearean tragedy
or lecture by some man Of travel
But Weary Willie Walker is the
jolly play, with plenty of good music
that meets the demand of the major
ity, and yet it does appeal to the pro-
found and intellectual. because it is
destined TO distract them temporarily
al least, from deeper thoughts, draws
them ont, as j / were, from the -loughs
of dependency in which they have
been immured, and to better appreci-
ate, perhaps the tragedy, the concert
and the lecture at some future time.
a person who can laugh we'll and
long, derives moro pleasure out Of life
than the one who always carries a sui
len Counteuaurr. II Is the suIIpn in
divjdual that should see the comedy
farce OF Weary Willie Walker at
the opera house on Christmas night.
Montour American. (Danville, Pa.) 1866-1920, 1903-12-24
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