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The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1904-06-08
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vines and dry water courses likely to pro-
tect Japanese ambuscades
Swarmed Up the Cliffs.
Finally the Japanese fire In the crest
OF the hills located them, and the as
sailants swamed up almost inaccessible
cliffs. The Japanese fought In the shell
ter of the rocks, but the Russian fire
searched them out and they fitted
shadow-like across the rocks as the cos
sacks continued to advance, while the
dragons cleared the valleys leading from
the ampitheatre. The Japanese cavalry
retired some distance, unwilling to risk
a collision at close quarters.
The Russians line encircled one great
hill on which was the principal Japanese
position and like a living ribbon -crept to-
ward the summit. Colonel Sereda led the
advance until he fell wounded half way
up the cliffs. The command devolved upon
Lieutenent Colonel Chiscville, who con-
tinued the forward movement clearing
the Japanese from the heights
In the meantime, Russian battery
placed an accurate, shrapnel fire among
the hill tops. fastening the Japanese re-
treat
Two Japanese sharpshooters on the
summit of a hill seriously annoyed the
Russians at critical period OF the adj
vance. An officer of Terileski's COM
pany scaled the rocks in the face of al
most certain death and killed both the
Japanese. returning unframed.
Soon after the Russians had occupied
the hill top and an entrenched village,
they received an order to retire. just
then. the Japanese artillery reserve was
brought into action and showered the
retreating Russians with shrapnel. but
failed to get the exact range.
Besides Colonel Sereda, seventeen Rus
slams were wounded In the days encoun-
ter. The Japanese losses, owing to the
accuracy of the Russian artillery fire,
seemed heavy
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Personal and General.

The Rev. A. A. Little left this after
noon to attend the sessions of the Tusea-
loosa Presbytery.
Joe Nicholson of Birmingham was in
town today.
d. A. Kennedy went to Atlanta yester-
day.
Judge w. NJ. Shropshire who has been
the guest of his granddaughter, Mrs. r.
e. L. Mel, returned today to his home in
Rome, Ca, accompanied by his grand
daughter. Miss Marion Sparks.
&c. f. Shropshire of Atlanta who came
to Selma to attend the funeral of his
sister, Mrs. Frances Sparks, returned
home today.
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SHIPPED TO JA-AN4
Disposition of Submarine Boats Is Kept
Secret.

Bridgeport, Conn, June THE re-
port reached this city this evening that
the submarine boat Protector had been
shipped to Japan from New York and
that four boats modelled after the Pro-
tector are now under construction at
the works of the Newport News and
Drydock and Shipbuilding company.
Bridgeport men interested In the con-
struction Of these boats decline to give
any information as to what has been
done with the Protector.
Japanese agents have been in this
city several times and as a result 1t is
said draughtsmen are working day and
night at Local shop on plans AMI
models of submarine boats. Some Of
these models are known to have been
shipped to Newport News.
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Court of Revenue in Session.

The court Of revenues of Dallas county
is in session Ior its regular quarterly
meeting and is transacting ordinary bus
mess. Its present diversion is an exam
nation of the books of the collector and
the assessor of taxes.
Upon the authority of the court, A. J.
Martin a member from west Dallas, has
ordered a ROAD working outfit for his
district so that each district In the eoun-
ty will now eve its own road equip
ment. The machinery and stock will cost
about $4,000.
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INTEREST IN OPENING.
Many Inquiries About Rosebud Reser-
walton Lands.

Omaha, Neb., June THE interest in
the opening of the Rosebud reservation
in South Dakota and the grazing Land
in north Nebraska Is very great. The
letters received by the officials of the
Chicago and Northwestern railroad from
intending settlers, coming from all over
the United States.
Under the Kinkaid bill there are over
s,5oo.000 acres of public land from which
to make selections and a man with a
family of three boys and unmarried
daughters all over q years old can enter
six sections or 9s40 acres, at an expense OF
si4 per section. 1t Is believed that quite a
number of settlers will select a cattle
ranch and go into the stock raising bust
ness.
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WAR is ENDED.
Maya War in Yucatan Peninsula Has
Continued for Years.

Mexico City, June president
Diaz has issued a formal decree an
nouncing the end of the Maya war in
the Yucatan peninsula, after four
years duration. The war cost many
lives, as the climate is unhealthy for
the troops in the tablelands. The In
dams made hot fight and won praise
for their undeniable courage. and the
federal troops showed great bravery
and excellent discipline.
The conclusion of the war gives gen.
eral satisfaction, and new era of
peace is regarded with keen pleasure.
The new section will be opened to
settlement.
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More Trouble With Moors.

Tangier, June ARMED Anjera
Moors invaded the residence of an
Englishman here today and compelled
his wife to give up the rifles of her
husband, who was absent. The outrage
took place in broad daylight The
British consul demands the arrest of
the tribesmen, but the Moorish officials
hesitate because the perpetrators are
influential.
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MAKE BIG STEAL.
JeweIry Valued at $4,000 Taken From
Room in Hotel.

New York, June Fifty thousand
dollars worth of diamonds and Jew
elry were stolen tonight from Hotel
LeMarquise on East Thirty-first street.
An hour later the valuables were found
by the police in a furnished room on
East Thirtieth street, occupied by Will
liam ]. Dards and George Glockey.
night clerk and head bell boy, respect
lively, at the hotel
Both men are under arrest The
stolen jewels are the property of Mrs
Halsey Corwin, wife of a Brooklyn
millionaire.
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STATION AGENT KILLED.
Robbers Get $40 From the Cash
Drawer.

Yorktown, Tex, June Operator
Earl station agent for the San Antonio
and Arkansas railroad, was shot to
death between midnight and this morn
ing by robbers. who got $40 from the
cash drawer The trail of a horse led
to the home of Conrad Schwartz who
was arrested and taken to Jail Mt
Cuero. Schwartz's shoes were found
covered with cinders and he had in
his possession a revolver of the calibre
of the one used to kill Earl, two cham
bers having been discharged.
1t is supposed that Earl was muir
dered because he was unable to open
the office safe.
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waterworks Contracts Approved.

washington, June THE secretary
of the interior today approved con-
tracts for the construction of water
works at the towns OF Lawton and
Hobart, in the territory of Oklahoma
The Lawton works are to cost $4,000
and the Hobart works $4,000. The
money is a part of the fund derived
from the sale of lots in those towns
at the time of the opening of the Okla
homa reservation lands.
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Searching for Embezzler.

Mexico City, June THE police of
this city are searching for Herman E.
Haas, the alleged embezzler of $1,000
from the Corn Exchange bank of Chi
cago while its chief auditor. Every
possible hiding place is being investi-
gated and the police feel confident of
getting their man.
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DOORS BROKEN DOWN.
Detectives Place Mrs. Hannah Elias
Under Arrest.

New York, June 7-Detectives to-
night broke down the heavy door at
the residence in this city of Mrs. Han
nah Elias, the negro woman who is
charged with obtaining nearly 100000
from aged John R. Plat by blackmail.
They then placed her under arrest
on warrant charging her with extor-
ton in having secured $500 from Mr..
Platt in May last. Mrs. Elias was in
bed when the warrant was served. I'M
mediately afterward the papers in the
civil action brought against her by
Mr.. Plat were served.
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Plant Estate Is Settled.

New Haven, Conn, June Repre-
sentatives of the estate of the late
Henry B. Plant announced that a set
Element preparatory to the transferring
of the assets of the estate to New
York had ueen reached. The details
of the agreement were not made
known. The estate of Mr. Plant when
he died was worth over $4,000 000 but
is now worth Sl2 900 900
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Death of Mrs. c. A. Puah.

Mrs. c. A. Pugh died at o'clock this
morning at her residence on East Selma
street. Her death was caused by con-
sumption. Mrs. Pugh is survived by her
husband and by a son. Her remains were
shipped 10 Thorsby, Ala, for interment,
the Rev. J. d. Ray Of the Second Bap-
fist church, reading the funeral service
in this city before the body was sent
away,
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1904-06-08
Raccoon Cotton Mills Sold.

Rome, Ga, June THE sale of the
property of the Raccoon Cotton Mills
company at Summerville was made to.
day by the receiver. 1t was bought by
John ID. Cleghorn Of Summerville for
1925. The mill was built about
twenty years ago, and recently went
into the hands Of receiver.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1904-06-08
Attack Made on ThIbetans.

Simla, India, June THE Thibetans re-
Gently attacked the British post at
Kahngma. The British losses were one
ghurka killed and five wounded The
Thibetans left ia men dead around the
post and many others were killed in the
pursuit.
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Biz Shipment of Cattle.

Miles City Mont, June flight trains
of cattle for Stacey & Co. have arrived
from New Mexico. The average loss for
the trip was thirteen to a train. Mr..
Stacey bought out the Fish brand In New
Mexico The number shipped is about
u, 600 and more will follow later The Fish
brand shipment is the largest in Montana
for years
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Taliaferro's Nomination Certain.

Jacksonville, Fla, June Scatter
ing returns up to II o'clock make prac-
tically certain the denomination of Sen
ator Taliaferro and the nomination of
Frank Clarke over ]. M. Bars for
congress. For governor, Davis is in the
lead, but the precincts later to be
heard from will probably diminish his
lead. The contest for governor will be
o1ncn
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1904-06-08
Personal and General.

Miss Idene Key entertained her Sum
day school class In a most charming
manner last evening at her home on
Third street.
J. E. Kirtley left yesterday for Blocton.
where he will spend few days on busi-
ness.
Prof. M. M. Monroe, formerly principal
of the high school at this place, will be
married next Thursday to Miss Lucie Bell
of Fayette.
The Sonny Jims' Comedy company
will appear next Thursday night al Pinck-
ney City.
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Notes and Personals.

Mrs. j. c. Porter and Mrs. w. s. Wolf
of Washington are the guests of Mr.. r.
A. Porter.
Chief of Police Camp. accompanied by
Mrs. Camp, left for st. Louie yesterday
where the CHER will attend the meeting
of the national association of chiefs of
police.
Mrs. Renfros Of Memphis Is the charm
ing guest of Mrs T. F. Corrupt at her
home on Avenue r.
Officer w. B. Tetmerow is acting chief
of police during the absence of Chief
Camp.
Al c. Ryan, Red Morrison and c. w.
Cussick went TO Birmingham tonight,
where they were initiated into the mys-
teries of the Elks.
At a meeting of the Masons last night
the past masters degree was conferred
upon Charles Westlake.
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Fatally Wounds His Wife.

New Orleans. June Eugene Ri
Were, clerk, shot and fatally wound
ed his wife. The cause of the shoot
ing was that Mrs. Riyiere had sold the
furniture of their home The couple
had been separated for three weeks
and today Riviere visited his former
home and seeing that the furniture
had been moved from the house shot
his wife three times.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1904-06-08
Electric Car Captures Murderer.

Mobile, June An electric car here
r,aved the leading role in the capture of
a murderer Just as Thomas Lewis had
snot to death a man named Artemus
pone and was in the act of running away,
on electric car ran over him. crushing his
light foot so badly that amputation Of
he member was found necessary.
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Funera! of Mrs. Sparks.

The funeral of Mrs. Frances Sparks
who died yesterday morning took place
this afternoon from the residence of her
daughter, Mrs. r. E. L. Mel on Parkman
street. The services were conducted by
the Rev. J. l., Gross of the First Bap-
fist church and the Rev. A. A. Little,
pastor of the Broard Street Presbyterian
church.
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Officials Begin investigation,

Ardmore, l. t. June THE officials
today began rigid examination OF the
circumstances under which fifty ne
groes were forced to leave Madill,
small town in the Chickasaw nation.
No arrests have been made.
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Smith Chosen Archdeacon.

Richmond, Va, June Rev. Walter
d. Smith of Fredericksburg was today
chosen to be archdeacon of the Episco-
pal diocese of Virginia, the Office he is
to fill having been created by the re-
cent diocesan council.
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erjtish Advance is Ordered.

London, June S.-The correspondent
of the Daily Mail at Simla says that
the British advance on HASA has
been ordered for June 26
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Duchess Is Not Critical.

I,ondon, June 7.-Consuelo. Dowager
Duchess Of Manchester, has cancelled
some of her engagements owing to i'll
,,ess but there is no indication that her
condition is critical as has been reported
IN, the United States.
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WORK In PROGRESS
ON The STREETS
MUCH IMPROVEMENT AT PRATT
cITY-SUccESsFU REVIVAL IS
IN PROGRESS THIS WEEK.
OTHER NEWS.

Pratt City, June 7.-(Special.)-Work Is
progressing on the streets that are be-
ing opened by the city, connecting East
Highlands with North Highlands. In
few days these thoroughfares will be
completed and the two most popular
residence sections of the city will be
united.
The Birmingham Southern will probably
begin work on the new trestle that is to
be erected over Dugan street. The new
structure will be similar to one that the
company has erected over Fourth street.
The city clerk has advertised for bids
to build the new cement sidewalks that
the council at its last meeting ordered to
be built. The bids will probably be
awarded in few days and the work will
be commenced
Revival in Progress.
The special revival services that are in
progress at the First Methodist church
are attended by large congregations at
the morning and evening services. The
pastor is being assisted by the Rev.
George Stoves of Tuscumbia, who is
preaching some able and forcible SER
mons. Last night DR.. Stoves took as his
text Marvel not that 1 say unto you, We
must be born again"
The services will continue all this week.
Picnic Next Thursday.
Next Thursday the Red Men of Pratt
City and Wylam will have a grand picnic
at North Birmingham park. Extensive
preparations have been made and the &C.
casion will be a most enjoyable one.
Various amusements have been arrang-
ed for the day. Wylam and Pratt City
teams will play a game OIL ball. Foot rae
ing and other sports will also be in or
der.
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Cotton Mills Close.

Evansville, Ind, June THE Evans
vile cotton mills, employing 400 men.
closed indefinitely because OF over
production.
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The Ase-HeraId Engraving Depart.
ment makea nood cuts.
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We make the best Cts In town. Age
Herald Engraving Company.
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vines and dry water courses likely to pro
tect Japanese ambuscades.
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Heavy quality Taffeta Suit in black
or navy, elegantly tailored; this
is a sensible street or travelling
suit; regular price 10 IN
$500; for. -. .....AN~'OO
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 intendent Moody finally decided that the high school for the districts of North and Sor CI fton. be located in south Clifton
 It i, to be regrettt Bthat the loca- tion of the high sCIR Rl should have been the means dt tAngendering d considerable amount of feeling be- tween the residents of the districts. as the location of the school in either district should have been entirely satisfactory to the patrons of the school. However. as the question has been settled. it i- t. be hoped. for the benefit of the school. that all personal feeling will now be dropped, and that the citizens of both dis trictS will go to work for the success of the new school. The mere lOca- tiOn of the school is in itself of no great importance, but to he sue cess it should have the support and cncouragemcnt of the entire district.
 It is also to he regretted that the question of location was not settled long ago. as it would have given the directors time in which to prepare the building and also the opportunity of selecting a teacher earlier in the season. These matters can doubtless be arranged. however. within very short time. and d regular term taught.
 some people have questioned the adviSability of d high school for the present year. as there are 50 few pupils in Clifton ready for that grade of work. but it must be remembered that the establishment of q high branch of learning will stimulate the pupils of the eighth grade to do bet ter work 50 aS to be ready for the high school next year. All institu- tiOns of learning must have q begin ming. and the Clifton districts. with an average attendance of between five and six hundred pupils. certainly can support high school. ~
 It has been suggested that inds- much as both of the schools are crowded with pupils. taxing the ca pacity of the teachers and the school rooms. that the older scholars from both the districts receive their in StructionS from the teacher of the high school. This would he an as sistance to not only the teachers. but also the pupils of the other schools. and doubtless such an ar ran"emtnt would be satisfactory to the trustees of both districts.
 Superintendent Moody has selected q board of five trustees for the high school district. who will no doubt take pleasure in establishing the new school on firm basis. AS yet the trustees have not beep named by the superintendent. but the list will be completed in few days. and will doubtless be entirely satisfactory to the people of the two districts.
 Clifton already has two of the best schools in the county. which have
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John Fritz Falls to His Death at MOrenci

John Fritz. m old time blacksmith of this section. fell from d trestle at Morenci Tuesday evening last and was instantly killed.
 He had been working for John Spoon. and at , o'clock knocked off and visited Newtown. He returned home soon after dark, and when near the converting plant, and while crossing q trestlc, lost his balance and fell to the ground. distance of only about eleven feet. His head struck car wheel that was lying on the ground. the force of the fall breaking his neck and smashing in his skull. Some MeXiCanS were work ing there at the time. and they at once gave the alarm. Ed. LaSkcy. one of the foremen of the converter plants at once. went to the assistance of the fallen man. but rcaliz ed that his injuries were of fatal character. However. d doctor was sent for. who arrived in q few minutes. but the spirit of John Fritz had already taken it's flight to its maker.
 Deceased came to this section in 1879. and resided in the various camps of the southwest since that time. and had many friends wherever he lived He was native of Texas. 49 years of age. and leaves two broth CTS here, Fred and Chris, besides many relatives in Texas to mourn hi, untimely end.
 The funeral occurred from Pa>coc '> undertaking parlor, this morning Ut I0 o'clock, and was attended by many old friends and acquaintanccN.
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practically been built within two years. as previous to that time. owing to the lack of school buildings. the schools amounted to iut little. em- ploying but two teachers.
 The community k to he congratu- lated on the excellent corps of teach CTS now employed. and also upon the good work which they are doing.
 The high school marks new epoch in the history of the town. and in which the citizens can take pat- donable degree of pride.
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In view of the epidemic of typhoid fever at Morenci. the following sug- gestions may not be amis> in order to prevent as far as possible an oc- currence of the same disease in Cliff ton. All drinking water should eith- CT he thoroughly boiled, or better. distilled water only should be used. All vegetables should be thoroughly cooked. And last. but not least. every person should thoroughly clean up his own premises and see that he k not responsible for unsanitary con- ditions that might result in great damage to the whole town,
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A. S. RoSecranS, manager of the last night from California. whera-hS. spent several months. After spend ing d few weeks in California, he had the misfortune to get sick. and was in the hospital for several weeks. As soon as he was able to travel he took d trip up the coast to Alaska. and while thefe he spent a few days in the mining districts of the Rainey river country. He says the name is most appropriate. as it rained all the time he was there, and had appar- cntlY rained all summer. and iS probably raining yet. unless it k showing. He thinks there are many good mines in the country. but found the physical conditions and the eli mate most unfavorable for miniug. He found the country very dull in d business way and but little doing in mining except in the placer camps. He says that the hard>hips the pros pcctor undergoeS in that section is simply indeSCrihable. Every man is compelled to carry a pack on his back, and to struggle through the mud and snow for days and even weeks at d time. Prospecting in Death valley is picnic excursion compared to Alaska. However. the country produces the native gold. which iS most cnticing to the poor man.