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The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
FIRE STILL RAGING
 IN READERS MINE
LOSS IS ALREADY HEAVY, BUT FlREMEN SEEM TO HAVE THE FLAMES UNDER CONTROL. NEWS or BEssEMER.

Bessemer, August 1.-fSpecfal)-The fire that broke out in No. ore mine at Readers, one mile south of this city, the early part of last night, is still rag ing. Up to late hour tonight 1t was still burning fiercely. although the fire men seem to have the flames under con- trol.
 The mine Is operated by the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railway company and employs about 500 men. The fire seems to have been started by the explosion of a lamp left in the mine by some one. The damages incurred will probably amount to between $50,000 and $75,000
 Three of the bumpers who were down in the mine when the fire started had a narrow escape from death. They were cut off from the main shaft by the flames and had to be rescued through a man. hole. Eight other miners were also suf- located by the heat and smoke while down in the mine fighting the fire. The men were brought out by some of the other miners, and escaped without any serious injuries.
 The fire found ready fuel in the dry frame structures of the mines and ate it's way very fiercely. It Is stated that the fire can possibly be extingnished before tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
NEGRO IS BROUGHT
 FROM MONTGOMERY
GEORGE FREEMAN, CHARGED WITH ASSAGLTlNo MRS. HYD- RICK, LIVING NEAR 5oYLES, IS NOW IN JEFFERSON JAIL.

George Freeman the negro arrested by the police department of Montgomery charged with assaulting Mrs. |. NJ. Hy- drick near Boyles Gap i'll this county was brought to Birmingham last night Dep uties John c. BurgIn and Joe II. Hill were sent to Montgomery early yesterday morning to bring the negro back to Bir- mingham They returned at 7:8O o'clock on the Montgomery accommodation Only a few people were at the union passenger station when the party arrived. Several deputies were on hand. however, 10 give the negro full protection should any de- monstratlon be made. There was not the least trouble. however
 Freeman was apprehended in Mont gomery early Sunday morning in the rail- road yards When the officers went to arrest him, he showed fight and in order to subdue him the officers were com pelied to use their pistols. As q result the negro was shot twice. once in the thigh and in the head. The second wound
 Is not serious.
 Freeman was assisted from the train and placed on a streteher. He was then carried to the county Jail In an ambu- lance.
 The poll ,e department at Montgomery had a photograph of the negro made. This was carried out to Mrs. Hydrick by a deputy sheriff and the woman was pos- itive in declaring the negro 10 be the one who assaulted her Mrs. Hydrick will probably be asked to come to Birming- ham this morning to fully identify the negro. ggaN.RC
 The officers fear that he Is not tit right negro
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
REALTY COMPANY
 SEEKS INJUNCTION
BILL IN cHANcERY COURT ASK ING THAT CITY BE RESTRAINED FROM PAVING 1ST AVE, BE- TWEEN 18TH AND 18TH SITS.

The Birmingham Realty company has filed a bill in the chancery court asking that the city be restrained by injunction from paving First avenue, between Eff teenth and Eighteenth streets with vitri- fled brick.
 The papers in the case, which were filed by London & London. allege that 1t would be detriment to the property abutung on the street It also sets forth tAat the company is the owner of land front ing on that street. and that there were two ordinances providing for the paving of that part of First avenue, but that the contract was awarded in one lump to the Crockett Paving company.
 The bill contains ,ne plea that the in- crease, in the value of the property would not be great enough to warrant the as- sessrnent which will be placed on 1t. The bill quotes that section of the city char ter treating with it's power to make public Improvements and also quotes the ordi- nances recently passed.
 The chancellor has not yet set date for hearing the arguments.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
SALVATION ARMY OFFICERS ID PLAN Many Officers Will Attend the
 Southern Cooncll A FIVE DAYS CAMPAIGN Special Services VIII Begin Tonight Staff Captain Berrlan to Arrive
 Thls Afternoon-Arny
 Work Progressing.
 
A FIVE DAYS CAMPAIGN

The Salvation army will commence a ve-days' special campaign tonight. Be- tween thirty and thirty-five officers from various points in the south will meet here to welcome Stafr Captain Berriman. The stan captain will arrive thls afternoon from St. Louis He has just returned from the great International congress, which was held recently In London, England.
 Tomorrow and Saturday the officers will meet in council to review the work of the past year, and to talk over new plans and methods for the success of the work. Since the southern officers met last sum- mer some very gratifying advances have been made. Four new posts have been op- ened, two in Alabama, one in North Car ollna and one in South Carolina. Also two new homes for poor men have beer established, and there has been a general advance in the Salvation army work in the south.
 Most of the officers are expected to ar rive today. They will be met at the depot by delegation of the Birmingham post. They will be entertained at the various hotels and among the friends of the army In the city. The Birmingham post Is ar ranging to give a banquet to the visiting officers on Labor day. They are doing their utmost to Insure the visitors pleas ant time while in this city.
 The following officers will attend the meeting Staff Captain J. NJ. Berriman. southern divisional commander, Atlanta; Ensign A. E. Widgery. secretary to the staff captain; Ensign s. A. Runcie of Att lanta, Captain Henderson of Atlanta, Cap tain Odom. Envoy Galrey of New De- catur. Captain Lamb of Selma, Captain James, Cadet F. Willis of Mobile, Capt. and Mrs. Higgins of Anniston, Ensign Phillips, Lieutenant Starks of Bessemer, Captain Kellar. Lieutenant Winward Of Pensacola, Capt. and Mrs. Paul. of Jack sonville, Capt. and Mrs. Pullen of Tampa Capt. II. O. Dunbar and Envoy McCalsin of Nashville, Envoy Benton, Envoy Walk CT of Chattanooga. Envoy Smith of At
 anta. Captain Norris of Meridian, Capt. and Mrs. J. P. Savers of New Orleans, Sergt. Maj. and Mrs. Fouse of New Or leans. Envoy Callear of Mobile, Capt and Mrs. R. Boucher. Capt. and Mrs. Brieten- bach of Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
PERSONAL.

The Rev J. w. Cantey Johnson rector of St. Mary s-on-the- Highlands has re- turned to the city from points in South Carolina.
 Charles M. Campbell left yesterday for St. Louis to be gone ten days.
 M. Noble of Atlanta Is at the St. Mich olas.
 G. G Rritton of Aninston is stopping nt the St. NicLc!as.
 B. Nj Williams ct Atlanta is at the S.. Nicholas.
 F. F. Word of c-sLsboro is at tho Morris.
 Early Farley a prominent lawyer of Tusrumhia Is registered at the Morris L. T. Reeves of Huntsville is at the Morris.
 T. J. Johnson of cuilman is at the Morris.
 Basil Scott of Atlanta is at the Hill man.
 E. L. stickney of Greensboro Is at the Hillman.
 Charles r. Wood of Baltimore is at the Colonial
 w. J Howell of Toledo Is registered at the Colonial.
 ". H. Price of Chattanooga is at the Tillman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
ADJUSTMENTS.
At the Jaferson.

'The Liberty Bellies" was the attraction at the Jefferson theatre last night. This is musical comedy by Harry B. Smith that has been before the public long enough to be very well known. The com- pany at the Jefferson last night was not as good as on former occasions but the performance had its redeemng features, notably some very tuneful songs that were rendered with graceful pantomime and one or two dances that were well received. The chorus had plenty of snap but did not sing with spirit. although it contained several very pretty girls.
 "The Liberty Bellies" deals with the es- capades of a party of school girls two of whom get Into a lot of trouble by their love affairs The plot Is not espe- cially strenuous. however and opportun- ity is afforded for many musical num- bers
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
NEW COM MPANY,
PURcHAs S FEES G SONS STABLES AT MAGNOLIA AVENUE AND TWENTY-sEcoND STREET. J. E. GAMBlLL, MANAGER.

The South Highland Livery company has recently been organized, with ample capital. and has purchased the South Highland stables from Fies & Sons. The new company will handle only high class livery. while the boarding of horses will be a speciality.
 J. E. Gambil is the manager of the new company. and will give his personal attention to every detail of the business. He is perhaps the best known livery man in the city, having been connected with leading firms for several years.
 The company will continue business at Magnolia avenue and Twenty-second street. and will appreciate the patronage of the public. assuring the best service at all times. 'ss
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
FLY CAUSES DAMAGE.
stInps Cotton Plant and Black Spot
 Immediately Appears.

Phenix City, August 31.--CSpeciai)-- M. V. Culpepper, who lives four miles west of this city, was in town yesterday with stalk of cotton which had been ruined by a pest which is playing havoc in good many cotton fields in this vicinity. Nearly all the bolls were stuhg by a black fly, and black spot fol- lowed the sting.
 The decay spread until practically all the bolls on the stalk were thus affected. In many fields the cotton stalks affected are numerous. and the pest will reduce considerably the cotton yield of a number of plantations in this vicinity.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
DEPUTY RoEBUcK ARRESTED. Charged With Killing the Negro Trim
 be Last Sunday at Graves.

George ". Roebuck, a deputy sheriff stationed at Graves mines, was arrested yesterday on a warrant sworn out before Justice of the Peace Ira Bement, charged with killing John Trimble. negro.
 On Sunday last the deputies at Graves were trying to prevent the promiscious firing that had been going on in that VI cinity. Trimble had been firing his pis- tol and he was ordered to stop shooting around the mines. The negro thm fired at the officers. A bullet tore through the flesh of Roebuck's hand, whereupon that officer and another deputy fired and killed Trimble.
 Deputy Roebuck will be brought to Birmingham today.
 The dead negro was not miner, but was employed by brick company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
THE ORDER OF BEAVERS.
Eleven New Applications Presented.
 Reports on Sick Members.

The Beavers held their regular week. Iy meeting at their hall on Nineteenth street last night. There were eleven new applicants read and referred to an Investigating committee which will re- port at the next meeting.
 Tom Jefferies was reported sick at his room in the city hall building. MT. How ell who is sick at St. Vii.eents, is re- ported doing we'll at this time.
 At the next meeting there will be an election of officers, also number of limitations.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01

Mayor Drennen. as chairman Of the joint committee from the board Of eau cation and the city council to oonsioef the new high school plans, yesterday lil- serted in the papers notices to arcn'- tects' asking that plans and specifications for the new building be furnished the mellbers of the committee. November l. at o'clock, is set as the time limit for the plans and specifications to be turned in.
 It is expected that all of the local ar chitects and number of outsiders will compete
 The joint committee will hold it's next meeting on September 15 at Il o'clock. at which time agents and manufacturers
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
ADVERTISING FOR HIGH
 SCHOOL BUILDING PLANS

of brick will be Invited to attend Thov will be expected to display samples of brick for the outside walls of the nev building.
 The committee has not fully deter. mined as to what disposition they will make of the two frame dwellings no,, located on the sage-Dunlap proper,v which has been purchased as a site for the high school. The suggestion has been made that the two houses be moved to the lot belonging to the city on Eighth avenue. between Twenty-third and Twen. tv-fourth streets, North. and rented ont
 The committee at It's next meeting viii decide definitely upon the exact cation for tno grammar school. which Is to he built in the Fourth ward.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
Personal and General.

Mrs B. Clay Jones has returned here after pleasant visit to relatives at Liy- ingston.
 Mr. J. c. Robb has removed his family to Birmingham The many friends of MT. Robb and his interesting family regret their removal from the Marvel City
 Mrs. G. R. Lewis delightfully."- enter talned the Young Ladies' club this after noon, at her beautiful home on Clarendon avenue.
 Tho many friends of Mir. Walter Rush are pleased to note that he has returned home much improved in health, after sev- eral months stay in the mountains of New York.
 MT. Sidney Marks left today for a visit to friends and relatives in Gainesyill.
 Mir M Donnie. local manager of the Southern Express company, has returned from several weeks visit to St. Louis and other points.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
KILLED BY FALLING
 FROM HIGH STORY
ALBERT SCOTT, A SPINNER IN AvoNDALE COTTON MILL, FELL DOWN ELEVATOR SHAFT AND MET INSTAkf DEATH.

Albert Scott, an operative in the Avon- dale cotton mill, fell through an eleva- tor shaft from the fourth floor of the mill yesterday afternoon at o'clock and was instantly killed. MT Scott was a spinner, and was doing some work around the shaft when he lost his bal ance and fell to the ground floor.
 Mir Scott was 55 years of age, and had been in the employ of the concern for a number of years. He was very popu- lar. both with the officials and the op- eratives.
 Gaudin & Co., ambulance was sum- moned and carried the dead man to his home near the mill The deceased leaves a wife and three children.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
RECORDS OF COURTS.

Henry Duncan has filed suit in the cir cult court against the Southern Railway company for 5000. It is claimed that the defendant in building a roadbed damaged plaintiffs property in section 29, town ship IT, range west to the amount ask cd for in the suit.
 Lee Parkins has filed suit in the cir cult court against the Southern Railway company for 5000. He alleges that he was the owner of property in section 29. township II, range west, and that the defendant in constructing a roadbed near his property damaged 1t to the amount asked for in the suit.
 John Reid has filed suit In the circuit court against the Pratt Coal company for 5000. He claims that he was eni- ployed by the defendant in the operation of their saw mill. and while in the dis charge of his duties, he was injured by falling eight feet from a tram car He further alleges that the accident was due to the negligence of the defendants agents, in that the superintendent in : structed him to work on the tram car.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
REDUCED TELEGRAPH TOLLS.
New Schedule of Rates to Points In
 Alaska.

The Postal Telegraph Cable company makes the following announcement through the local manager, T. D. Jack son:
 Business may now be accepted for Sitka, Juneau, Haines Mission and Skag- way, Alaska, at greatly reduced rates via new government cable between Seat tie and Sitka. Following are rates be- yond Seattle: Sitka, $1 .15 for ten words. IS cents for each additional word; Juneau. $1.75 for ten words and 171a cents for each additional word Haines Mission and Skagway. g for ten words and 20 cents for each additional word Reductions in the rates to other places in Alaska will be made in the near future"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
POLITICAL RALLIES. Parker and Davis Club Will Probably Change Date From September IS.

It Is probable that the democratic and the republican rallies to take place in Bir- mingham next month will not be held on conflicting dates. Several weeks ago the republicans announced that rally would be held here on September 15, and at a recent meeting of the Parker and Davis club of Birmingham. it was decided tr hold a democratic rally at the same time. The members of the club had not been in- formed, it is said, of the rally being arr ranged by the republicans.
 At the meeting of the Parker and Davis club next Thursday night the matter will be reconsiderfd and another date for the democratic r,lly arranged.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
CIGAR AND NEWS STAND.
Hurst Sells Business at the Morris to
 Wynnc & Wood.

Ed Hurst, the popular cigar and news dealer, has sold his stand in the lobby of the Hotel Morris to Wynne & Wood. two well-known young business men of Ensley. MT. Hurst has accepted the po- sition of manager of the cigar and to- bacco department of the Alabama Gro- cery company. to go into el ect at once.
 MT. Hurst has been in the cigar busi- ness in Birmingham for six years, and during that time he has been connected with number of tobacco stands. He Is considered one of the best cigar and tobacco men in the city.
 MT. Wood and MT. wynne, who take charge of the Morris stand. are both young enterprising business men, and propose to conduct first-class cigar and news stand.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
----r----- ~s----- - NOTICE TO ARCHITECTS

The special committee on buildings, representing the board of education and the board of mayor and aldermen Of Birmingham, Ala, invite architects to submit plans and specifications for the new Manual Training High school to be erected here.
 The plans must conform to the require ments of the committee, and must be in the hands of the secretary of the com mittee by o'clock p. m, November |. 1904 A copy of the requirements win be sent upon application.
 W. M. DRENNEN, Chairman. J. H. PHILLIPS, Secretary. g-1-3t-eod
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
CRIMINAL COURT.
Fall Term Begins Next Week-Num-
 Der of Cases.

The fall term of the criminal court of Jefferson county will commence next week. The grand jury will be organized on Monday morning by one of the two judges of the criminal court and the first case for the fall session will be called for trial.
 The office force assisting clerk of the criminal court John c. Bradley has been hard at work for the past few weeks pre- pairing for the fail term. All of the trial ready. It is understood that the grand jury will get down to work without de- lay inasmuch as number of important cases are to be brought b.fore the body.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
Negro Woman Arrested.

Lizzie Davis.l negro woman, charged with numerous burglaries in Birmingham within the past few months. has been arrested by Detective Patton and Police man Hendrix. A large amount of prop erty. said toI have been stolen. was found in the house of the woman, on Twenty fourth street and Avenue B.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
Horticultural Society.

Union Springs. August 3i-tspeeial.)- The Bullock County Horticultural society has been organized, with the following officers; C. II. Franklin president; D. C. Turnipseed. vice-president; A. II. Moore, treasurer; J. R. Hunter, secretary. The purpose of the organization is to pro- mote fruit culture In this part of the state
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
SOON RETURNS TO DUTY.
Policeman George Dlckerson's suspen-
 sion Expires Tomorrow.

Policeman George Dickerson, who was suspended for twenty-two days by the police commission will go back on duty tomorrow. The officer was charged and found guilty of being asleep on duty. He was suspended from duty on August II by Chief Wier and given twenty-two days by the police commission Tuesday night, which has now almost expired.
 The commission failed to find Police man Dickerson guilty of drinking while on duty, which he was also charged with doing.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
Plan New Y. M. c. A. Building.

Meridian. Miss, August s1.-tspeeiaL)- The finance committee of the newly or ganized Young Mems Christian association has decided to put the association on basis of stock company issuing shares at a par value of 310 each. The total stock will be s25,0o0 all of which Is to be applied to a building, lot and furnish ings. Over 300 members have already been secured and there Is great enthusi- asm oyer the proiect
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
Rust Causes Rapid Opening.

Thorsby, August s1.-tspeciaL)-Dr weather is damaging the cotton crop very much through this section. Though there were extensive rains a few weeks ago. they ceased all at once. Rust is causing the cotton to open very rapidly, and in some sections picking is on in good shape. Should the dry weather continue the crop will be picked and sold much earlier than usual.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
Neqroes Start to Country.

George Baker. an Atlanta boy. and James Henry Wales both negroes, have been turned over to s. H. Simpson. a farmer of Fayette county, for reforma- tion. The little negroes were arrested Monday by the police department. charged with trespassing in the yards of the Louisville & Nashville railroad at this place.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
East Lake Casino.

The Wells Vaudeville company con- tinues to draw good houses at the East Lake Casino. The performance being given this week is very good summer en- tertalnment and as such Is proving popu- lar. The musical numbers for this week are especially strong. There will be the usual rerformarce tonight.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
A RARGAIN

To sell quick, adjusta ble oil finished shelving; six counters, two showcases and one iron safe. Wood, Dick erson & Company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01
Funeral of Mrs. Sullivan.

The funeral of Mrs. Thomas Sullivan, who died last night, occurred this after noon at o'clock from the family resi- dence The service was conducted by the Rev. A. R. Moore, of Birmingham, in the absence of her pastor, the Rev D. P. Taylor, who Is out of the city. The in- torment was at Cedar Hill cemetery. The deceased Is survived by her husband and a 13-months-old daughter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-09-01

Insist upon the waiter at your boarding house, restau- rant or cafe serving you gen. uine Ingram Lithia Water. Your patronage seems to justify your asking for 8 safe, refreshing Itater.