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The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20

where a fuss was in progress. Page had been beating on a negro woman and she had him arrested eWhile the two police men were standing in the door with the negro he bolted for liberty and suc- ceeded in getting away Policeman Buck alew shot at him but missed him.
 Later in the morning the negro re- turned to the house and "cleaned out everybody" with pick handle. Last night Detective Patton and Policemen Burke and Murphy caught Page at Nor ris avenue and Twentieth street just as he was getting ready to leave the city for Mississippi, Page has been tried once for highway robbery and came clear be- cause the man he rC--ed died before the case came to trial in the higher courts. He was shot in the heel by Policeman Henry Murphy about a year ago and several other times he has figured sn police cases.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
REAL ESTATE TRANSFERS.

The following real estate transfers have been filed in the probate court:
 Lucy R. Booth to Madge W. Sheppard, lots numbers S4 and 30 in Elmwood place survey consideration $1200
 North Birmingham Land company to G. B. Rodgers, lots numbers Il, 12 and 1S fin block number 104, North Birmingham, consideration $1100.
 D. D. Mattheys and wife to J. H. Still man, lot number F in block number 47i Birmingham, consideration S1200.
 T. l.. Russell to E. w. Fucker, lot num- Der 10 in block number 119 Birmingham, consideration SS250.
 H. A. and c. B. Houghton to M. D. Coe, all of block D in Montgomery and Parks survey, consideration s1075.
 Birmingham Realty company to West minister Presbyterian church, part of lots numbers and in block number 670. Bir- mingham. consideration s15OO
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
Marriage soIemnized at Tuscaloosa.

Tuscaloosa, October 19.-(Special "A wedding of much interest is to be solem- nized at the Methodist church this even ing at S:30 o'clock the contracting par ties to be Thomas w. Christian of North port and Miss Saidee O. Hester of this city. There to be eight bridesmaids, a maid of honor and a matron of honor. Immediately after the ceremony an ele- gant reception is to be rendered the couple at the residence of Judge and Mrs. Henry B. Foster, on Greensboro avenue. The couple will leave for an extended tour to New York, Canada and other points, after which they will return home by way of St. Louis.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
HIGH HEELS WERE
 CAUSE OF DEATH
Mrs. Latassa Trips on Stairs and Falls Over EaIastrade In
 New York.

New York, October l9.-Tripping on ac- count of her high-heeled slippers Mrs. Emma Latassa fell over fifth story ballastrade in an apartment house in est Fifty-fourth street tonight and was in- stantly killed
 Mrs Latassa and Miss Osa Gauvey were walking arm in arm in the hall when the former fell, she carried her companion with her. Miss Gauvey suf- fered fractured skull, shoulder and oth- CT injuries, and it is believed she will die.
 Canuta H. Latassa, husband of the dead woman, was arrested by tHe po- lice but they believe he is no way to blame for the accident.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
BRUMBY IS ARRESTED.
Is Charged With Forging Check In St.
 Louis.

St. Louis. October 19.-Benjamin II. Brumby of Marietta, Ga, southern pool champion, who has been participating in the worlds fair championship tourna- ment, is in custody pending application for warrant charging him with attempt ing to utter a forged check for s20 at the National Bank of Commerce. The check was discovered to be forgery, it is said. and the man who presented it for pay identified Brumby as the man who pre- scented the check
 Brumby makes strenuous denial of any connection with the affair.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
CANDIDATES PAY FEES.
Three More Enter Race for Police
 commission-Regis gistraton Slow.

Three candidates for members of the police commission at the coming munich pal primary paid their entrance fees to Treasurer James F. Hawkins of the sub committee yesterday. They were Lige Loy, Ed Warren, Jr, and Sid B. Jones. MT. Jones Is a candidate for reelection.
 The time for candidates to pay entrance fees In order that their names may go on the official ballot, expires tomorrow night at o'clock. In several of the wards no candidates for beat committeeman have announced. So far Chief of Police Wier and Judge N B. Feagin of the po- lice court are without opposition.
 Registration in all of the nine wards of the city continues slowly. After today voters of the First ward will register at the city hall instead of Odom's place on First avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
CANE CREEK TROUBLE OVER.
Work Under Compromise Agreement.

The trouble which has existed for sev- sral months between the Bessemer Land md Improvement company and the Unit sd Mine workers at Cane creek has at ast been settled and work will resume 1t the mines.
 The trouble arose over the discharge of three negro miners. There was consid- erable controversy as to why these men were discharged and President Flynn de- cided that they should be put back or the other men come out.
 It was decided to submit the case to arbitration but when the board met Tues Hay morning proceedings were postponed pending a probably agreement which f. nally was reached. As a result the three men will be put back to work under compromise proposition.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
SHIELDS GUILTY OF THEFT.
White Man Convicted of the Larceny
 of a Watch.

w. s. Shields was found guilty of the charge of larceny of gold watch yester- day afternoon by jury in the first division of the criminal court The defend- ant Is a white man, and it Is alleged that he removed from the person of William W. Battles of Anniston gold timepiece of the value of $35. The watch, testi- mony went to show, was taken from Bat ties While he was passenger on the Southern train en route home. The train had not left the union passenger station in Birmingham when the theft was com mitted.
 The defendant did not have an attorney and he conducted his own case He ex- amined several witnesses. The jury was only out for a short while. He will be sentenced Saturday morning by Judge Dan A. Greene.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
AN OLD OFFENDER CAUGHT.
Sydney Page, Negro, Once More In
 Hands of Police.

Sydney Page, one of the best known negro criminals in Birmingham, Is again in the hands of the police, and this time his arrest was just little more exciting than usual
 The negro is charged with assault with intent to murder, and the police state that he 'cleaned out an entire house Tuesday night with pick handle. He ran out at least aozen people and left several of them with marks the result of his blows.
 Early yesterday morning Policemen Burns and Bucka1ew went to a house near First alley and Twenty-fourth street
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
Rev. Kind WIthdraws From Race.

Cullman, October 19-(Specia1)-Rev. T. c. King, independent candidate for pro bate judge of Cullman county, withdrew from the race yesterday. This leaves the road clear to the nominees of the two parties, R. I. Burke. democrat, and A. l.. Hays, republican, Rev. King would have had a very good vote in the county. He is very popular man. and is the present county school superintendent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
Marriaqe at SearIes.

Tuscaloosa, October 9.-(SpeciaL) IA double wedding will occur at Searles this evening. the contracting parties to be Mir. Virgil Powell and Miss Annie B. Cousins, and MT. Sidney Hamilton Will Hams and Miss Mary Elizabeth McAlpine. The wedding is to occur at S:30 o'clock at Union church. All of the young people are exceedingly popular in their homes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
Maude Adams.

The advance sale of seats for the Maud Adams engagement at the Jefferson thea ire tomorrow night opened yesterday morning and proved a record breaking event. In less than an hour every seat was sold All that now remains is the gallery and standing room. Manager Douglas made an effort to have matt nee, but 1t proved unsuccessful.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
"Busy Izzy."

For next week Manager Semon an- nounces an excellent attraction at the Bijou theatre. George Sidney and his com pany will be seen here all the week in Busy Izzy," a musical farce that has al- ready been presented in Birmingham and proved a treat. George Sidney Is a talent ed comedian. His Hebrew characterization is unctious and amusing to a degree, and he will be supported by a large company of entertainers. It is reported that Sidney will not be seen here because he Is at the head of another Busy lazy" company but that is erroneous. There is but one Busy lazy" company, and 1t will be at the Bijou next week.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
Beavers Hold Weekly Meeting.

The Beavers held their regular weekly meeting last night and several applica- tions for membership were received and referred to the proper committees. In the absence of Colonel Caldwell, the presi- dent, M. H. Crittenden acted as presid- ing officer. Jerry Fountain of the Besse- mer dam was visitor to the Birming ham lodge, and reported most prosper ous condition of affairs in the order at Bessemer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
SELMA ID HAVE BIG DEMOCRATIC RALLY Senator Pettus Will Make an
 Address COMMITTEE WANTS FUNDS Money Is Being Sent to National Dem- ocratIc Headquarters as Fast as
 It Comes ln-other
 Selma News.
COMMITTEE WANTS FUNDS

Selma. October 9-(Speeial)-The Par ker and Davis club of Dallas county has decided upon a democratic rally at the court house on Saturday night next and committee from the club called on Senator D, w, Pettus this morning and requested that he be present and ad- dress his fellow citizens. To this request Senator Pettus gladly assented and the effort will be made to get out rouslng crowd.
 Dallas county intends to poll 95 per cent of her vote on November S. and efforts looking to that end are being put forth.
 Hope for Early Reports.
 At the democratic campaign commit tees headquarters today more checks were received from county chairmen sending in part of the funds collected Tor the national campaign committee. These funds are needed at once by the national committee, and Chairman Mallory and Secretary Neil are bending their efforts to have all the county chairmen make their reports not later than Tuesday, De- tober 25. As soon as s100 reaches the headquarters from the counties 1t Is sent Immediately to Treasurer Peabody, in order that 1t may be used when it Is needed. The motto around the headquar- ters In this matter is that "He gives twice who gives quickly"
 For Paid Fire Department.
 The question of paid fire department for Selma is expressing the attention of the authorities. It is possible that within a few days a meeting of the city council will ve called and this ques- tion alone discussed. The day of the old volunteer department has about pass ed and the needs oI a paid department are apparent. The question is the expense and 1t Is to decide this matter that the council will probably hold it's meeting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
COUNCIL GRANTS MONUMENT PERMIT Shaft Will be Erected in Capi-
 tOI Park STREET I'M PROVEN ENTS Fifth Avenue Paving Ordinance lntro- duced and Referred to Judiciary committee-Discussion Over
 Saloon Limits.
TREET I'M PROVEN ENTS

Pelham Chapter Daughters of the Con- federacy, was granted permission last night by the city council to erect monument to the Confederate soldiers and sailors in Capitol park. The monu- ment will be erected on the foundation which now stands in the park at the head of Twentieth street. The council was unanimous in allowing the monument to be erected in the park.
 Present at the meeting last night were Mayor Drennen, Aldermen Wheeler, Greener, O'Neill, Ward, Copeland, D. B., Barbour Copeland, J. R., Moore, Cooper. Gum, Hedt, Forney, Thaeh, Gray, Jones and Stockmar.
 The regular monthly bills and accounts were ordered paid upon motion of the finance committee. It was decided to purchase eighteen copies of the 1905 city directory for the use of the various city departments, at a cost of $350 each. Re- deemed public improvement bonds amounting to 5000 with coupons attached, were ordered to be destroyed by the city treasurer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
African Bishop Dies,

Charleston October 19.-Bishop Isom c Clinton of the African M. E. Zion church died today at Lancaster, aged "A years. He had been over fifty years in the min istry, having preached when a slave be- fore the civil war. His jurisdiction extend- ed over Tennessee, Florida and Western North Carolina.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
"For Her chIldren's sake.v

For Her Children's Sake" which will be the attraction at the Jefferson theatre next Saturday afternoon and night, was written by Theodore Kremer, and 1t is said to be good melodrama. The play contains exciting situations and will be produced here by capable company. Bargain day prices will prevail at the matinee
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
DEATHS AND TUNER AIS.
William M. Banks.

The funeral of William M. Banks, aged S4 years, was conducted from his resi- dence on Sixty-third street and Second avenue, Woodlawn, yesterday afternoon, and the interment was in the East Lake cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
Harry Bailey.

The funeral services over the remains of Harry Bailey, the 15-months-old son of MT. and Mrs. J. F. Bailey, were con conducted yesterday at the residence, Eleventh street and Avenue B, and the interment was in the old Elyton ceme- tery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
Harry Beresford.

Clever Harry Beressord will play at the Jefferson theatre next Monday afternoon and night in Our New Man" Those who saw MT. Beresford last year in his de- lightful interpretation of The Professors Love Story will need no second invita- tion to see him as Our New Man" MT. Beresford Is one of the most talented of the younger comedians.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
MARRIAGE LICENSES ISSUED.

Marriae licenses have been issued from the probate court as follows; George Heidelberg to Mrs. Nellie Bronson; Da- vid B. Taliaferro of Birmingham to Miss Carrie E. Barber
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
Concern,s Name Is chanaed.

declaration has been filed in the probate court changing the name of the Nervoler company to the Wascla com pany.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
PARKER Is GUEST
 OF MIR BOWLING
(contInue+ from First Paae)

duced Senator Fairbanks as the first speaker Senator Fairbanks devoted the major portion of his time in expounding the merits of the present protective tariff system as responsible for the existing prosperity. He closed with brief de- fense of President Roosevelt's policy in reference to the Panama canal.
 Secretary Shaw during his speech quoted from Judge Parker's letter of &C., ceptance the paragraph wherein the dem- ocratic candidate declares for tariff re- vision, and suggests that any possible disturbance of business can be avoided by providing that reasonable period elapse between the date of revision and the time it is to take effect
 He said that this statement proved Judge Parker's utter ignorance of eco- homie conditions, and declared such a course would cause greater disturbance than if new schedules were made effective the day following their passage. In this connection the speaker took occasion to refer to what he termed the alarmist mes sage of Grover Cleveland during his sec- ond term. MT. Shaw declared that the message called for the repeal of the pur- chasing clause of the Sherman act. and the revision of the tariff were responsible for the panic of 1893 on account of the alarmiSt tone.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
PERSONAL.

J. R. Ryan, general manager of the Corona Coal and Iron company Is in he city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
GREEN 6 CO, uNDERTAkERs.

E. T. Shaw & Son. undertakers. 3l2 North Twentieth street Both phones g.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20

Paris, October 19-The Temps corres- pondent at Madrid teegraphs that a panic occurred when the crowd number Ing 50,000 persons was admitted to the Royal chapel of the palace yesterday to review the remains of the Princess Avas- trias. Women and children were over thrown and trampled under foot. The palace guards made several charges against the crowd, finally gaining the mastery and driving It back. A number of people were injured
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20

Wanted-A young man to act in the capacity of Floor Walker. Louis Saks.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY

Take Laxative Promo Quinine Tablets All druggists refund the money if 1t fails to cure E. w. Gro. es signature is on zach box. 25c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
A GUARANTEED CURE FOR PILES.

Itching, blind. bleeding or protrudng piles. Your druggist vii refund money If PAZO OINTMENT rails to cure you in to IA days. Soc.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
Panic Should Not Have Occurred.

He contended that had the President called attention In moderate terms to the necessity for the repeal of the silver pur- chasing clause, coupled with the fact that there was plenty of silver on hand for coinage, and had further taken a stand against any tariff tinkering the panic would not have occurred.
 In conclusion Secretary Shaw said:
 MT Cleveland wanted to play politics and he played a memorable game. Now Judge Parker proposes to play the same game, but fortunately for the people he gives notice that he will play a more reckless game than was ever before played"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
SPANISH PRINCESS
 BURIED WITH POMP
FUNERAL OF KING ALFoNso's SIS. TER DRAWS SUCH A CROWD THAT A SERIOUS PANIC oc. OURS IN MADRID.

Madrid. October 19.-The Princess of tha Avastrias, sister of King Alfonso. and wife of Prince Charles of Bourbon. who died Monday after giving birth to daughter the day before, was buried in the Escurial today with all the ceremonial that attended the funeral of Queen Mer- cedes. The route to the railroad station was lines by troops. Minute guns marked the progress of the funeral procession from the palace, and the bells of all the churches were tolled. The enormous crowd which thronged the streets, exhibited the keenest sympathy. The pope telegraphed lis condolences to the royal family.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20

I'll see you at the rink this afternoon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
Assessments Ascertained.

Assessments were ascertained on the following improvement ordinances:
 No. 196 which provided for paving Third avenue between Twenty-first and Twenty-second streets with bituminous maeadam. The Birmingham Railway. Light and Power company was assessed $17474 47 for these Improvements.
 No. 203. which provided for paving Third alley from Eighteenth to Nine- teenth streets with vitriied brick. The cost of these Improvements was $1S5776.
 No. 206 providing for paving sidewalks along Twenty-first street from Fifth to Sixth avenues. on the west side of Twen- ty-frst street from Sixth to Park ave- nues, and the northeast corner of Sixth avenue and Twenty-first street. The cost of these improvements was S47S3S
 No. 209, providing for the construction of a sanitary sewer in Twenty-fifth alley, between Twelfth and Thirteenth avenues, north. The cost of these improvements was $279.20.
 The engineer was instructed to adver- tise for bids for work authorized under improvement ordinance No. 2O4, the bonds having been guaranteed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
Street Committee Reports.

The IOllOWlnB WAS duOpttd.
 "The street committee beg leave to make the following report:
 "That the city engineer be instructed to advertise for bids for the work under improvement ordinances Nos. 205 and 2lO.
 ''That the petition of Max Blach be dis allowed
 ''That the petition of J. F. Cannon be disallowed.
 .'That the petition of the Birmingham Realty company with reference to the protection from Its office building on the north side of First avenue between Tswenty-first and Twenty-second streets be allowed with the usual restrictions.
 .That the committee be given further time with reference to the resolution re- xarding the widening of Avenue H.
 That the petition of Chichester & Yan- cey be referred to the mayor, city attor- ney city engineer and street commits sioner with power to act.
 "That the petition of J. B. Francis be referred to the city engineer for re- port
 .aThat the city engineer be instructed to advertise for bids for the improve ments under improvement ordinance No. 1s9 when the bonds and funds for carry ing on the work have been properly guar anteed.
 s"rhat the street commissioner be in structed to repair Tenth alley. south, be- tween Seventeenth and Eighteenth streets.
 That the houses on the lot purchased for the high school be advertised and sold at public auction to the highest bidder
 Respectfully submitted,
 "WALTER MOORE, Chairman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
Wlll Pave Streets.

An ordinance providing for the paving of Eighteenth street from Avenue A to Fourth avenue; Morris avenue from Eighteenth to Nineteenth streets, and Morris avenue from Twenty-second to Twenty fourth streets, with vitrified brick was confirmed.
 The city attorney was authorized by resolution to prceed with condemnation proceedings over a small strip of property in the vicinity of Fourteenth street and Nolan avenue, to be used as a street.
 An ordinance was adopted granting to the Seaboard Air Line the right of way to lay tracks along certain streets and avenues in order that the railroad may reach it's new freight depot, roundhouse and freight yards. All of these tracks are to be laid under the supervision of the city engineer.
 The following improvement ordinances were introduced and referred to the judi ciary committee for a report at the next meeting:
 No. 236 providing for the construction of sanitary sewer in the vicinity of Elm street and Magnolia avenue.
 No 2S7 providing for the pavement of Fifth avenue from Nineteenth to Twenty seventh streets with bituminous mac adam
 No. 238, providing for the paving of Nineteenth street from Fourth to Fifth avenues; Twentieth street from Fourth to Fifth avenues Twentieth street from Fifth to Park avenues with bituminous Tnapadapn
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20

The Imperial Buffet has it's opening today. The public is invited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-10-20
High School Appropriation. racoIntinn uyao adnnta1 rarapmanIit

A resolution was adopted recommending to the joint committee from the city coun- ell and the board of education that the sum of $150,OOO be appropriated for the construction and furnishing of the new high school on Seventh avenue and Twen- ty-fourth street, north, and that $5OO0O be appropriated for the two new gram mar schools. This takes up all of the $2O0, 900 bs.ad issue for school purposes.
 The miscellaneous committee recom- mended lhat John Reed be granted permit to open a saloon at No. 1924 Sec ond avenue. Alderman Wheeler opposed the recommendation, and after discussion 1t was decided to refer the entire matter back to the mayor, the two aldermen from the First ward, and the miscella- neous committee for further investiga- ton.
 Alderman O'Neill presented resolu- ton allowing the society of the United Charities a room in the city hall free, as headquarters for the organization. This was referred to the city hall commit
Monroe City Democrat. (Monroe City, Mo.) 1888-1919, 1904-02-18
A Soft Answer.

An Irishman was called upon
to give evidence in a shooting
ARRAY.
Ibid you see the shot fired?"
asked the magistrate.
mo, sir; but l heard it," re
piled the witness.
"That is not satisfactory.
Step down"
AS the Irishman turned to so
he laughed. and was rebuke d
by the magistrate, who told him
it was contempt of court.
did yez see me laugh?'
mo; but I heard you"
That is not satisfactory"
And then the court laughed.
The Green Bag.