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has to be paid to the landlord, leaving
me only two dollars to support the
children with"
There were but few articles of
furniture, bare walls. no carpet on
the floor, yet their room was clean
and orderly. After telling US some
thing of the weary grind to earn the
small pittance that kept their home
together, she turned to remark, "The
children are the best of all l have,
sir. l do not know what l should do
without the children"
1t needed only glance at the
faces of those little children, clear, in
nocent and pretty, to know something
of their worth to that Italian mother.
In my minds eye l pictured them
dressed in the goodly apparel of some
of the wealthy of our illustrious ave-
nues, and a more charming picture
it would be difficult to imagine. One
of the little ones taken to one of our
children's homes from one of the
worst neighborhoods in the city
proved to be so sweet dispositioned
and obedient child that it was won
der to all how so beautiful a girl
could have come from such miser-
able environment. 1t may be said
that these are exceptions. We do not
claim for the child of the darker sec
tions of the twentieth century city
spotless and perfect lives, any more
than we would claim the same for
the better-to-do sections, but we do
claim that there are many whose win
some manners and sweet dispositions
have adorned and made the home
however small and poor, the abode oi
brightness and joy.
Homes made beautiful in slumdom!
Yes, by true motherhood.
Let it not for one moment be
thought that because there is the bit
terness of poverty and the pinch Of
hunger, and what is perhaps ever
worse, the prospect of future strug
gle to keep the bodies and souls of the
little family together, that the moth
ers in slsmdom are not as thoughtful
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there transparent natures, sweet spir-
its and exemplary lives that would
adorn any society, and which make up
the beautiful in slumdom.
There, where least expected, where
least encouraged, is the patience SUBJ
lime, the faith divine and the sacrifice
heroic. These are the more precious
and commendable because found
where so much would thwart the
growth of the truer, nobler nature.
Should it not be infinitely more easy
to be patient when one never knows
the qualms of hunger than in an
abode where are huddled together
famine-stricken children? Should it
not be less difficult to bear the bur-
den of bereavement where friends
surround one with comforting voice
and assurances than where one
stands alone with no human friend,
and only the harsh utterances OF
those to whom you have become a
nuisance" If the jewel is to be
valued by its intrinsic worth, then it
little matters whether it lies in the
gutter or in the case of the jewelers.
window.
Homes that are beautiful Made
beautiful how?
Made beautiful by winsome and in
nocent childhood. 1t is perhaps no
exaggeration to say that some of the
most beautiful children we have ever
seen have been among the lower ele-
ments of society Remove from those
abodes. which poor, patient people re-
gard as homes, the two, three or four
bright, cherub-faced, merry children
and you at once remove the possibil-
ity of all home life and the last home
joy from its cup, leaving only the bit
terness of the dregs of sorrow, druid
gerry and despair.
Standing upon the threshold of ar
Italians quarters in tenement dis
trict of a large city, asked poor
frail woman how much she received
weekly toward the support of hel
home. -Four and half dollars she
replied. "and two and a half dollar:
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erty, can there be beauty" Yes,
there are characters and dispositions,
scenes and sounds that are truly beau
tiful-that glitter amid the darkness
like stars in the deep vault of the
sky. Along the shores of soiled hu-
manity, amid the debris and driftwood
unan the tideiin. one finds here and
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got beyond tn first sintince, which was: 1t
is simply impossible to define simplicity 1t
amt simple to be poor, it amt simple to be
without clothes, it amt simple to be pious
or sober. Ye're pretty simple to believe all
| tell ye, but we may not be as simple as |
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always be simple. be it liver so complex.
.'Th only thing Hogan an l can't make
out firm TIL book is what is simplicity. l
may be a simpleton, Hinnissy, but | don't
know. Father Tom Burke was forty years
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w

Is that tn man that wrote tn music?"
asked Mr. Hennessy.
No" said Mr. Dooley; that was Cal.
This Is Charles Wagner an he's tn author
iv TIA two hundherd thousandth book that
Prisidint Rosenfelt has read since tn first
IN Novimber It's called Th' Simple Life
Tie cudden't find 1t in France. so he come
loOkin' fr It among tn simple an pasthral
people in this country. He found it. He
come over in a large but simple ship iv
twinty thousan' simple horsepower an land
cd in tn simple village iv New York. where
he was met be a comfy iv simple little vii
lage lads an lasses an escorted to tn sim
pie Waldorf an installed in a room simply
decorated in purple plush. That avenin' he
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ELL, Charles Wag-
ner has been havin'
TIL fine old time
over here" said Mr..
DOOleV
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
FIREMAN WERTZ DEAD.
Passed Away Yesterday Afternoon at
 Hillman Hospital.

A Wertz, member of the Birmingham fire department, died yesterday after noon at 1:3O o'clock from typhoid fever the Hillman hospital. The remains were carried to the undertaking rooms of Lige Loy and prepared for burial, un- der instructions from the Flremen's Re- lief association, of which the deceased was a member
 The close relatives of the deceased fire man, who reside in Watertown, N. T., were notified by wire, and the body will probably be sent north this afternoon. If not, the funeral will be held under the direction of the Firemens associa- ton. and the interment win be in Bir- mingham
 The deceased had been faithful mem Der of the department for about eighteen months, and his death is generally la mented by the firemen. He was a mem Der of the crew at Station No. 6.
 The members of the department form ed a guard of honor over the remains at the undertaking establishment last night.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
Breaches Farewell Sermon.

Columbus, Ga, December 1s-(Special) The St. Paul Methodist congregation to- day said goodbye to Rev. J. b. Wray, who leaves Tuesday for New Orleans, having been appointed pastor of caron- delet church in that city. The church was filled, one of the largest congrega- tions of the year being present, and the scene was quite affecting. Rev. MT Wray delivered one of the most impressive ser- mons he has delivered during his three years ministry in Columbus. He is suc- ceeded as pastor of St. Paul by Dr. J. w. Shoaff of Montgomery, Ala, who breaches to his new charge for the first time next Sunday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
JnIrYLB GETS TWO
 DOLLARS AN HOUR
HIS APPEALS TOUCH AZ PEpEs. TRIANs ON THEIR WAY TO THE PosTol FIeE-cHIEF OF POLICE wIER,s VIEWS OF BEGeARs.

A bandaged knee. a crut9h, an arm tucked awkwardly behind his back. and sly grimace netted a professional beg gar not less than s2 in one hour yester- cay on one of the Birmingham thorough fares.
 He came hobbling down Nineteenth street, turned at the corner of Second avenue and took up a position on the sidewalk near the postofhce Many per- sons going to get their Sunday mail could not fail to notice him as he stood there near the curb.
 Let's watch him." said a bystander and see how he makes out
 The bystander was too far away to tell the amount dropped in the hat held in the cripple's outstretched hand. He was near enough however, to count the num- Der of persons who responded to the cripples piteous appeal Merely out of curiosity the bystander stood there for an hour and kept tab.
 "Forty-seven." said the bystander when sixty minutes had passed.
 Then he began little figuring. The passersby who helped the cripple must have given him on the average. at least five cents each.
 That would make s2.S5.," said the oy- stander to himself. Not a bad hours work, truly"
 Then he watched the cripple get up and hobble up the avenue and around the corner and up Nineteenth street till he came near one of the principal hotels. There. too. the cripple began to ply his trade.
 It's the same old story" said Chief of Police Wier when the subject was brought to his attention. They come around every year about this. time. We fellow them ane when we know they are hardened cases we get rid of them. I don't recognize the fellow you describe. He may be professional If he is we shall get after him.
 Pm afraid it will be a long time be- fore these fellows will cease to prey upon the sympathy of credulous persons at this season of the year The public could drive the fellows out if they chose to do so. giving money to mendicants on the street, prosperous men and women en- courage the professional beggar. The public should realize their responsibility"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
INSTRUCTIVE LECTURE.
Turn Verein Course Opened Last
 Night by pr. ullman.

The lecture course of the Turn Verein arranged for this winters session, was opened last night at the hall of the so- ciety on First avenue. The audience was large and the evening proved to be most enjoyable. The following programme was rendered
 Piano Solo by Miss Alice shaefer.
 "Is Shylock a Jewg-Lecture by Dr. Samuel Ullman.
 Vocal Solo-By Capt. Frank P. O'Brien.
 ''Wach Auf."-By the singing section or the Turn yerein.
 The lecture by Dr. Ullman was highly interesting and instructive. The speaker pointed out the conditions existing in the time of Shakespeare in England, the so- cial and religious standards which pre- vailed there and on the continent, and the accepted view of the character of the Jew The lecturer showed great fa- miliarity with the political condition of Italy, where the story of Shylock had originated In his view he vulgar accepta- tion of the character of shylock was not the one of the great poet but rather that Shakespeare wanted to prove that the basic principles underlying the char acters of all peoples are the same, ire spective of race or creed.
 The speaker supported this contention by quoting much of the language of Shylock where he gives his motives for his action. Dr. Ullman was listened to with great attention.
 On Sunday, January 8, Dr. J. 1T. Phil lips will lecture at the Turn Verein. His subject will be Modern Chivalry."
 The committee in charge of the lecture course is: Frank Deedmeyer, A. G. Brandt and D. Maehl.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
MAN IS ARRESTED
 FOR JUMPING BAIL
w. J. WcoDsIDEs OF MERIDIAN CHARGED WITH BEING FUGITIVE FROM JUSTICE, CAUGHT BY BIRMINGHAM DETECTIVES.

w J. Woodsides, of Meridian. Miss, charged with being a fugitive from jus tiee. was arrested at O. clock yesterday afternoon at First avenue and Twenty second street by Detectives Hamilton and Bodeker upon request made by J. R. Temple, sheriff of Lauderdale coun- ty. Mississippi
 Woodsides Is wanted in Meridian on the charge of jumping bail there.
 Several weeks ago he was arrested on the charge of conducting & blind tiger" in Meridian and was released on bail, pending trial.
 Ten days ago when his case came up before Judge Cochran In Meridian. he failed to appear in court and was ac- cordingly by default, fined $500 and sen fenced to serve 90 days in jail As soon as he heard of the courts penalty im- posed by Judge Cochran, he left Meri- dian and came to Birmingham-his old home. Since his arrival here he has lived openly, making no attempt 10 conceal either his movements or his identity.
 Chief of Police wier received yesterday from Sheriff Temple of Lauderdale coun- ty Miss a letter advising him that Woodsides was reported to be in Birming- ham, The letter stated that Sheriff Tenn pie had a requisition for Woodsides and an executive warrant from the governor os Alabama for Woodsides arrest. The case was put in the hands of Detectives Hamilton and Bodeker who had no diff ficulty in making the arrest.
 The prisoner was taken to police head quarters and detained over night. Sher- If Temple, who was advised by tele- graph of the arrest, Is expected to arrive in Birmingham this morning.
 When seen at polio headquarters last night Woodsides said:
 q have no desire to attempt to conceal my identity have committed no griev- ous crime. The case went by default. left Meridian with the understanding that I should pay the amount of the bond and that everything else would be fixed up satisfactorily. I can't exactly under stand why things have miscarried. l shall go back in the morning. l would go back tonight if I could do so I am satisfied that as soon as I get there and see my friends I will adjust matters to the satisfaction of all parties con- cerned."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
GREAT SHOP RUSH.
Some Hinto That May Relieve the
 Congestion This Week.

During Christmas week retail trade is always congested during certain hours of the day. The great rush comes between Il a. m. and D. m. Merchants suggest that shoppers acquire the habit of be- ginning to make their purchases early in the morning.
 A few simple rules for shopping have been suggested, as follows
 Pass to the right.
 Count your change when making pur- chases.
 Remember to give your initials and address, and repeat them to the clerk so that there wont be a Christmas pres ent looking for an owner.
 Do not trespass on stores to the ex- tent of asking them to exchange goods in rush hours.
 Also bring when shopping, list of gifts that you are likely to want.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
SALVATION ARMY.
Contributions to Christmas Dinner
 Fund-FuneraI of Pelfer.

Contributions continue to come in to- wards the fund for the annual dinner of the Salvation army to one thousand peo- pie of Birmingham. The dinner will be held next Monday at the Salvation army hall on Second avenue. Capt. and Mrs R. Boucher in charge of the local corps are quite eager to secure a quantity of old clothes for distribution among the needy poor who will attend the dinner. The officers are desirous of recurring enough garments to clothe at least three hundred women, men and children who are in distress.
 The funeral of Eddie Pelfer, the Salva- tion army soldier, who died Friday at St. Vincents hospital was held yesterday af- ternoon in the army hall. The services were conducted by Capt. and Mrs. Bouch- CT, assisted by other officers of the corps and they were very impressive.
 The interment was at Pratt City.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
Southern Railway Co.
eoheduIe In Effect May 24, 1903.

Schedule In Effect May 24, 190s. Trains leave Birmingham as foolws: s:1O a. m.-No. 3S, for Atlanta, Washing ton, Baltimore. Philadelphie~ New York and the East Pull man Drawing Room Sleeping Car, Birmingham to New York
 e,2e ?. m.--No 1s. for Montevallo, Ma plesviile, Selma and way sta- tions
 l2:& ?. m.-No. s5. for Columbus. West 'ft Point Winona, Greenwood and oireenviile; also Sheffield and Florence and North Ala bazna points.
 s:fo p.m.-No. IS. new train' for CordoYa, Oakman, Corona and way sta- tions; also Blossburs. ese5 D. m.-No. 22. for Anniston and way tations: also TalladeEa. AIb D. m.-No. s6, for Atlanta. Jaoltson- v1lle and all Florida points; also Charlotte. Richmond. Washington, New York and the East. Pullman Sleeping Car Birmingham to Jaoicscri- vlle also Birmingham to Richmond. Va.
 hefzo D. m.--1go 0. for Columbus, West Point, WinonA Greenwood and Greenville. Pullman Draw ing Room Sleeping Car 5ir- mfnSham to Greenville. hsns a. m.--No. 21. for Selma. Mobile end way stations. Pullman Draw ing Room Sleeping Car Bfr- En4nshafn to Mobile. lf1:soz,s nns-vo. @, new train. for Atlanta. Anniston and way stations. Pullman Drawing Room Sleeping Car Birmingham 10 Atlanta Sleeping oar can be occupied at Union station s:so D. m. For detailed information and sleeping car reservations apply passenger orios. Norris Hotel building. Telephone ST. J. N. HARRISON. Dist. Pass. Agt
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19

Peoples Savings Bank and Trust com pany, as to my honesty for my contracts
 Fully three-fourths of my patients have been treated by some one else before cali ing on me to be cured. Why not come aa soon as afflicted? You will save money distressing pain and valuable time: be. sides, there Is satisfaction in Knowing that the very best treatment is being given you by an honest, competent phy- sicIan. I have treated private troubles as a speciality in the city of Birmingham Ala, since August 3. 1887. I cure syphilis gonorrhoea, gleet stricture. lost manhood etc cure many patients by mail treat ment. Write for n-ices and terms.
 I do not use large advertisements and false statements to attract patients which merit has failed to secure. If you fail to be cured by such methods. give me call and get well.
 My offices are the most private and quiet in the city. tenth story of the new First National Bank building. corner of Second avenue and Twentieth street Rooms 1O06 and 1007- Take one of the fine el-vators to tenth floor
 Office hours: SEQ a. m to 6:30 p. n Sunday, 10 a. m to 12 m.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
Mrs. Virginia Baueh Dies.

Tuscaloosa, December 1s.-(special.)- News has been received here from Iuka, Miss, announcing the death of Mrs. Vir- ginia Baugh, wife of the late Robert B. Baugh. Mrs Baugh was formerly Miss Virginia Leftwich. and for a number of years was a resident of Tuscaloosa. She was S5 years of age, and had been an invalid for somewhile. She was an aunt of Mrs. Walter c. Harris, Mrs Marie Hill and Miss Bulah Wood of this city. and the Hon. Sterling A. Wood of Bir- mingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
NEGOTIATIONS PENDING.
Crane Company About to Buy Out
 Milner & kettig Company.

The negotiations for the purchase of the Milner and Kettg company by the Crane company a large Chicago firm. will probably be completed within the next two or three weeks. The trade has been on for some time past.
 When the proposed sale was reported on the streets, several concerns were mentioned as the probable buyers. The Crane company Is one of the largest concerns of it's kind In the United States.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
COTTON GOODS ACTIVE.
Merchants Would Place Orders If
 Early Delivery Were Obtainable.

Manchester, December 1S.-rhe market for cotton goods was rather more active last week, resulting from the slightly improved turnover, although greatly be- low recent figures.
 Several merchants would place orders if moderately early delivery were ob- tainable. Occasionally, where sellers were willing to meet buyers, business was transacted for India and China for delivery next midsummer. There was more inquiry from some parts, South America occasionally trading. There were moderate sales of standard articles. The inquiries for yarns were mostly American.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
INFLUENCED BY AMERICA.
Business Was Very Restricted and Prices Were Steady In London.
BANKERS AND BROKERS

London. December 1s.-The stock ex- change last week wa again mainly un- Her the influence of the American mar axet. and considering the violent fluctua- lions in the latter, the absence of serious trouble was regarded as decidedly very satisfactory.
 Business was very restricted owing to fhe conditions prevailing and as might have been expected and prices all round were better and steader. Accounts open ed for a rise in American railroad se- curities proved smaller than had been expected, nevertheless the carrying over rates were heavy. Other markets pre- scented no special features.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
Cotton Nearly All olnned.

Columbus, Ga, December 1s.-(Special.) ) t-Only three or four cotton gins are now sn operation in Muscogee county, all the rest having closed for the season, owing to the fact that practically all the cot ton has been ginned. The warehouse re- ceipts to date are in, round numbers co., 900 bales.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
Weddings in Valley Head.

Valley Head, December 1S.-tSpecial)- Nhere has been almost an expidemic of weddings during the last six weeks in this town and vicinity. the last of which was MT. Luther Wright and Miss May Lee both of this place. Mrs. Ada Lar more, who has suffered for long time with bronchitis, left this week for Ari- eona, with the hope of receiving benefit from the warm, dry climate, Merchants have made immense preparations for the Christmas holiday trade.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
HOLIDAY EXCURSION Rates Via the Southern Railway.

For Christmas Holidays, the Southern railway will sell tickets from all stations at the very low rate of one and one-third fare for the round trip. Tickets will be sold on December 23. 24. 25 and S1, 1904 and January 1. 1905, limited returning January f. 1905
 Student Rat s-Tickets will also be sold to students of schools and college upon presentation of certificates signed by principals or presidents thereof. Decem- Der IF to "A, Inclusive, with final limit January 8. 1905. For full information and tickets apply to any agent of the South ern railway J. N. HARRISON,
 District Passenger Agent. R. B. CREACH. Tray. Pass. Agt.
 Birmingham. Ala. R-7-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
Sells His Livery Business.

Cullman, December 18.-(Special) )-Mr. Lonnie York has sold his livery business here to MT. Will w. Bomb, who will con duct 1t in the future. Mir. York will rest up until the first of the year, when he will seek other employment. He was at one time a conductor on the Louisville and Nashville road, and his friends are of the opinion that he will return to this position.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
WINTER TOURIST
Rates Via the Southern Railway.

Excursion tickets are now on sale by the Southern Railway to all the popular winter resorts of Florida.
 For folder entitled. Winter Homes in the South" giving full information re- garding hotel rates; also for information regarding passenger rates and schedules apply to J. H. HARRISON,
 District Passenger Agent. Morris Hotel Bldg) 12-r-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19

Mr3. Wlnslow's Soothing Syrup. The best remedy for DIARRHOEA- Sold nv druggists fin every part of the world Bs sure and ask for .'h-s. Winslow's sootling syrup and take no other kind Has been used for over FIFTY YEARS by MILLIONS of MOTHERS for their CHILDREN WHILE TEETHING, with PERFECT SUCCESS It SoOTHE5 the CHILD, ,SOFTENS the GUMS. ALLAYS all PAIN. CURES WIND COLO. and ls twenty-five cents bottle.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19

We will deliver all pianos purchased for Xmas pre- sents Saturday night. Jesse French Piano and Organ Co.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
DR. Y. E. HOLLOWAY,
 SPECIALIST
 PRIVATE DISEASES,

Q aGaA aLA LCG you a perma- nent cure of rriyate troubles and that you may know my guarantee is re- liable 1 refer you with per- mission, to the First National oank, Alabama National bank, Steiner Rroth- CTS, bankers, Jefferson Coun- y s a win g s bank and the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19

Five grand pianos sold Sat urday for Xmas presents. Call early this week and make your selection.
 Jesse French r. & O. Go.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
Twenty eight handsome pianos sold last week for Xmas presents, let's have your order. Jesse French P. & O. Go.
XMAS DECORATIONS.

For decorating the Xmas Tree" use the latest electri. cal effects. Do away with the dangerous old time can dies. Put in your order now. Would appreciate your visit to our display rooms.
 B'ham R., l.. & P. Go.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
Card of Thanks.

I hereby tender thanks to my friends for the kind attention bestowed on my self and family during our recent sad bereavement JOHN JEBELES.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19

Five Grand pianos sold Saturday for Xmas pre- sents. Call early next week and make your sel- ection. Je s S e French p. & o. Co.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-12-19
We serve the very best wines and liquors. Paul's Black Cat. Hugh Odom manager.

We will deliver all pianos purchased for Xmas pre- sent Saturday night. Jesse French Piano and Organ Go.