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The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
REPUBLICANS ARE
 LAYING NEW PLANS
INTEND TO FORGE APPRoPRIA- TON BILLS TO THE FORE, AND LAY BLAME FOR SLOW ADJ TOURNAMENT ON DEMOCRATS.
 

Washington, March 17-The republican steering committee of the senate today decided to press appropriation bills to the front, to sldetrack all legislation likely to endanger party legislation, and then if the session is prolonged, place the responsibility for the delay on the demo- crats. One of the members of the commit tee earnestly advocated adjourning by April 15, but 1t was agreed that this would be impossible The committee discussed an order of business for the rest of the ses- sion, and decided to sidetrack the general building measures, the several labor bills the Hepburn-Dolliver liquor bill and all similar legislation. The meeting today was the first session the steering committee has held for the purpose of deciding on an adjournment plan.
 It is said one of the reasons for meeting at this early date was the issuance of legislative orders in lieu of service pension legislation. which removed one of the principal factors which might lengthen the session of congress. It had been known that members of the house were urging that a service pension bill be en- acted, and that their insistance would re- suit in delay of final adjournment. With this out of the way, and nearly all other obstacles to early adjournment removed, there Is believed by the steering commit tee to be less likelihood for a demand for congressional investigation of the post office and other departments.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
RECEIVER IS DISMISSED.
Atlantic and North Carolina Railroad Is Being Investigated.

Raleigh, N. C., March if-ln the ieo- eral court today. Receiver Melee of the Atlantic and North Carolina railroad was dismissed by Judge Charles H. simonton- The receivers counsel had asked to be allowed to do this. and had given up the fight after the hearing before Chief Jus tice Clark, at which Melee was bound over for conspiracy.
 The Atlantic and North Carolina road, two-thirds of which is owned by the state, is now back in the hands of the president and board of directors, and a full inves- tigation of it's affairs has been ordered by the governor and board of internal improvement.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
RETURNS HOME SATURDAY..
President Robert Jemlson VIII Attend Stockholders Meeting Here Monday.

Robert Jemison, president of the Bir- mingham Railway, Light and Power com pany, is expected to return to Birmlng- ham tomorrow from a months visit to points in California.
 The stockholders of the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company will hold a special meeting here Monday to take up the matter of floating bonds to the amount of sl.OOOoOO to secure funds with which to further improve the differ ent departments of the big system.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
TIIIman Withdraws From Race.

Augusta. Ga, March 17.-Theo c. Croft has been nominated by the people of Aiken, s. C., for the unexpired term in congress of his father. recently deceased. MT. Croft has accepted and will begin canvass of the district right away. Col James H. Tillman, who had announced has withdrawn and will throw his inc fiuence to MT. Croft.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
OLYMPIA COMING HOME.
Leaves for Porto BeIlo, Where She
 Will Take on Coal.

Colon. March 17.-The United States cruiser Olympia left here yesterday for Porto Bello, where she will coal The cruiser is expected to sail for the United States next week.
 According to news received from the coast. 1t is rumored that Colombia has given up the idea of invading Panama Public opinion in many parts of the re- public. especially in the department of rauca. fayors the recognition of Panama.
 The Colombian gunboats cartegena and General Pinzon are now In the harbor Of Cartagena. President Marroquin is on board one of the vessels.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
erIbers canont Be Indicted.

St Louis, March 1.-The statute of lim- itations today expired on all bribery of lenses during the 1901 session of the Mis- souri legislature, and there can be no prosecution of legislators who have not been indicted during the three years just ended The cases of Senators Frank H. Paris. Charles H. Smith and B. T. Mat thews, who were indicted on charges of bribery, are yet to be tried.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
BIG PEACH CROP.
Georgia Growers Say It Will Be the
 Largest Ever Raised.

Atlanta, Ga, March 17.-The Constitu- ton will tomorrow morning quote J. H. Hale, one of Georgia's leading peach growers, as saying:
 "Georgia's peach crop, which will be the largest and finest ever raised, is safe from cold weather. Even a drop in tenn perature to 25 degrees above zero would not seriously damage the crop. The bloom came three weeks later than the average this year, and the flowers are the health fest and most perfect I have evr seen."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
Father and Son AsphyxIated.

St. Louis. March 17-Edward Rauer and his son, Peter, from Jackson. Tenn. were asphyxiated in a room at a hotel today while asleep. When discovered the son was dead, and the father, 1t is believed. will die. It is thought they blew out the gas by mistake
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
neuro confesses to Grimes.

Roanoke. Va. March IA special to the Times from Lynchburg says Hen- ry Williams, the negro assailant of Mrs. Shields and little daughter in this city on January SO has confessed to killing an Italian woman at East Liverpool. Ohio. and to cutting a woman's throat in Penn- sylvania Williams will be hanged here tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
Gardner OutcIasses Ward.

Chicago, March 17.sJimmy Gardner of Lowell, Mass, outclassed Mike Ward of Sarnia' Ont, in their contest here tonight and after six rounds of one-sided fighting, was given the decision. Ward was in trou- be in the third round and each succeed ing round found him growing weaker.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
Henry Williams Fatally Shot.

Tyty, Ga. March 17.-Henry Williams was probably fatally shot by G. 8. Nell son here last night Both are prominent citizens of Worth county. Nelson having served several terms as sheriff The shoot ing followed Quarrel between the boys of the two families"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
Camp Bedford Forrest.

Camp Bedford Forrest, U. c. V, No. 1887 will meet in regular session in city hall at woodlawn tomorrow, the 18th Inst, at p. m. It Is hoped that a large membership will attend as some matters of importance will come up for the camps consideration, and Adjutant Darby and Col. A. c. Oxford are expected to make addresses.
 A. W. KEY, Commander.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
Cancels Travelling Permit.

Capetown, March 17.LLord Milner, British high commissioner in South Af- rica, has cancelled the permit granted to William T. Stead, the English author. travelling in South Africa, owing to the character of the speeches recently deliv- cred by MT. Stead.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
Tobacco FIrms Consolidate.

Danville, Va, March 1.-The D. H. Spencer Sons. incorporated, and the B. F. Gravely tobacco concerns of Henry county have consolidated. the former com pany taking charge.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
NEW ORLEANS HAS
 VERY HEAVY STORM
HAIL FOLLOWED BY TERRIFIC
 RAIN FLOODS DOWNTOWN DIS- TRIcT, DOING MUCH DAMAGE. THREE MEN ARE BADLY HURT.

New Orleans, March 7.-The heaviest hail storm on record, followed by ter rife rain, occurred this afternoon and great deal of damage was done in the city by lower floors being flooded and stocks damaged in the business district Many roofs were blown off and residences damaged. The main accident was the cavn.g in of the roof of the Southern Express company's storage building.
 The roof has a ninety-foot slant and the weight and volume of hail and water tore hole in the roof and nearly wrecked the building causing a great deal of danl- age. Three men were badly hurt and half dozen mules and horses destroyed besides starting fire which the depart ment quickly extinguished. The excite ment was greater than the damage.
 Pisos Cure tones up the throat, makes ,kn 1,anN gNVaaa a1a
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
State Democratic Committee Meets.

Raleigh, N. C.. March 17.-The state democratic committee met here tonight and by unanimous vote agreed to hold the state convention at Greensboro on Thurs day, the 2sd of June, at which time dele gates to the national convention will be named
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
Tennessee Republicans Meet.

Memphis. March 1.-The republicans of the First Tennessee senatorial district in convention at Johnson City nominated Joseph A. Wolson for senator, and w. T. Gillis for the legislature.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
CITY ITEMS.

PRESBYTERIAN sERvICEs-The ser vices being conducted by the Rev A. A. Little of Selma at the First Presbyterian church are we'll attended each evening, and much enthusiasm is being aroused. The meetings begin at o'clock and the public is invited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18

JAPANESE WILL LECTURE = MT. Icyda, a Japanese, will give lecture at the Third Presbyterian church, corner of Avenue G and Twenty-second street, next Tuesday night. The lecture will be H. lustrated by steeoptican views, and Mrs. Icyda and daughter will sing Japanese songs
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
Acquisition Is Issued.

Sacramento. Cal, March Ex-Governor Pardee has issued a requisition for Wifi liam A. Small, now in custody in Louisi- ana He is wanted in San Francisco for grand larceny.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18
Endorse Present Administration.

Claremode. I. T., March 1.-The terri torial republican convention today elected delegates to the national convention, en- dorsing tbe present administration.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18

TO CURE A COLD IN ONE DAY. Take Laxative Promo Quinine Tablets. All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. E. w. Groves signature is on each box. 25c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1904-03-18

Piso's Cure tones up the throat, makes the voice clear and prevents hoarseness.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
OVER THE ROLLING MAIN.
(Honorable Mention.)

Honorable Menton.)
Of the FOUR woods, hills prairie or water, would
rather live near water whether lake, ocean or
river Think the beautiful Of the ocean, the
waves mountain high sometimes, the numberless shps
sailing over expanse of blue Think OF the de
lights of sailing the calm waters How beautiful the
ocean must after night, the water sparkling IN the
bright, yellow moonlight Then again imagine you were
seated on the cool shady bank river watching the
water flow gently along What fun it would be to go fish
ing whenever you wantedto without having to go three
or four miles, hot days how pleasant 1t would pc
to 90 swimming Also lake would be very delightful
with it's shady hooks, it's rocks and beautiful Shells It's
boats and pretty stretches of water ms IS why
would far rather live than the woods, so dark
and dreary hills shutting out most OF the scenery
or the prairie where, it is true you get an extensive
view but that view lacks beauty
Seventh Grade. -Earle w. FUNK,
Canton, MINI.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
ACROSS CRYSTAL WATERS.
Honorable Mention.)

Honorable MentiOn.)
Notwithstanding attractions the other phases of
nature present. be it the hills with their vnecovered
slopes the dark deep of the forest or the undu
latng sweep of the prairie land prefer to live near
the water every time
In the first place, there is the boating, pleasure
which is equaled by in my mind and who gain
say the enjoyment of evening spent the water?
Around you lie the crystal waters with the surrounding
and hills mirrored in their mysterious depths and
with lingering of the setting turning the rip
pies molten gold. No sounds heard but the gentle
of the paddles in the water and perhaps the call OF
the whp-poor-wi from the neighboring hill, for the
calm of evening has settled all Then we have the
fishing, the exhilaraton of making big haul IN
the rivers to less exciting sport of catching sun
fish the small lakes and streams And as for scenery
no more beautiful forms found than fringe all
bodies water but there is always enough just
in the water ITSELF take it when its surface is placid or
when in wilder moments the uninterrupted waves come
tumbng over each other in their for the beach
These but few out Of the many attractions that
life near the water Affords and tho homes in many
other places would be beautiful would rather nave one
near the waters edge. -Elma IT, Glenn,
Twelfth Grade. Wyalusing, Wis.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
IN A BYE-Low BOAT.

Nothing can compare with water in my opinion, be-
cause like to along the shore and look into the
still water and see fish dartng here and there and
the many colored pebbles the bottom or on stormy
dow ke to sit in boat moored the shore and
rock with the waves Then it is pleasant to go out on
the water in sailboat sailing swiftly or in rowboat
going at our own WILL looking at the reflections IN
the Water of the hills along the shore We
eniov the cool breeze with the fragrance Of water
lilies Again nothing is delightful than sailing on
moonlight night when sing songs tell stories ana
make the air ring with our laughter.
Seventh Grade -Dorothea brown,
Heron Lake, Mimi
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
oBEY1NG NO MAN,s WIFI.

live upon the rolling prairies, hence atho love
the beautiful simplicity of the land where was born,
the monotony grows does to everyone And
altho prefer excitement find plenty in going camping
by some freshwater lake where one has fishing swim
ming rowing and sightseeing For the excitement of the
lies my foot while in bathing, and the harmless
which stalks into the sleeping tent midnight keeps
us in a Juror.
believe the reasons for all not liking the same To-
caty depend largely upon the temperament and health
people, tho in instances the question must be
considered from financial standpoint The person who
bodily exeron and strong would probably choose
the hills for his outing and if he is also adventuresome
the woods will appeal to him the most fine place
for game and good times Those who have less strength
of endurance Of quiet nature find their
pleasure learning to swim and watching the
ever moving water which obeys no mans will Those
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
FUN ALWAYS IN STOCK.
Tenth Grade.

choose the water for this One June even
ing father said to me, Margaret, would you like go
to the lake this summer?'' very glad and quickly
answered, tYes'' All + could think about were the
lake and the good time should have. I waited and
waited and at last the day which to go
rived very excited and ready hour before
the Others Soon it time to leave and in my haste
I forgot small grip which left in my We went
back after it and missed train, causing stay
till the next day After great deal of trouble
reached destination do not remember of ever
having much fun as did that at the lake.
like the water for always have good time when
it. 8Laf-M Margaret e. Neunlan.7 ass
Seventh Grade Dell Rapids S. ID. ss
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06

the modest but dainty trailer clinging the
hillside and covering many stump with its beauty
of pink and white. This is in the And in the
winter the grandeur almost awful in its submlty that
these heights present, is too great Tor
words Oh the stainless unbounded whiteness, covering
the hills the valleys! When the sun rises the Hood
of rays pours the mountain changes Its TO
glowing of gold. Oh for the hills the glorious,
free ife-g giving hills, always the hills
Seventh Grade Grace Eyford,
Pembna N. D.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE.

Woods, hills, prairie water, which shall it bes
Water. Why? Think Of the beauty of the water, of
looking in direction and seeing nothing but water
water, water, while at your feet the gently
and break into ripples and foam. On very calm day
you the water nearly motoness But the day
when there is storm at sea; the roll and
rise to great height crowned with foam. Does it
grand to think Of water in this ways How many
delightful times may be had the water! surely is
pleasant be in boat and the sea breeze fan
cheeks especially hot day What pleasure it
must be to the people who live by the go
ofdoors and hear the and seem to feel them.
Ninth Grade Mae Schneider,
Salem, S. D.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
A, LAND OF MELONS.

A goodly land land of brooks and lakes, of foun-
tains and pools that spring Of valleys and hills,
land of wheat barley and melons and fruit trees is
the place for me. There hundred ways to enjoy
ones self when he lives lake. There swim
ming fishing, sailing, rowing, and when he is not doing
these he is steamboat launch, picking berries
or hunting Vacations be spent in many other ways
but the ways for Many people are afraid
Of the water but could live the water.
Eiohth Grade Clifford Fay,
Excelsior, MINI.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
ONE OF THE FOREST FOLK
The Greenwood Is Doubly Charming Considering
Beauty and Utility.

(Prize)
does not take long to decide where would rather
l. live, for have lived the woods all my life and
do think could be content to live anywhere else
And why's Because love the large green forests that
much shade and useful both for fuel and
building purposes
What is the ocean the rolling prairie compared to
the beautiful trees that protect and shelter us from
cyclones and nowstormss In the sultry days OF summer
there nothing refreshing enchanting to lie In
the shade of large tree. Then again in the cold
cold winter, when the bitter wind and snow sweep over
the plains there is nothing to prevent it from drifting
around But here the woods stop the force
of the and before they to the buildings
and thus protect from of the cold at least And
then the owersi What pleasure it to roam IN the
woods in spring find the different kinds Of beautiful
blossoms these grow by the on the hills
and praries too but have an idea they are more beau
full for having lived in the COOL shady woods People talk
and write about the sound of the when the waves
are dashng high, but to it would not be nearly as
sweet sound the breeze blowing softly thru the for
ests woods best and would rather live near
the mthan anywhere else. Frances Lundsten
Eighth Grade Waconla, MINI.
Scandal School.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
NOT QUITE READY TO CRY.
Seventh Grade.

Water! A quiet lake with few congenial cottagers
living near, large fish in the lake and many small
Ones boats both rowing and sailing and, in the fall,
ducks for shooting Can you think Of anything
ideal and comfortable in the summerg How did you
when you caught your first fsha Isn't it exharating
ana ana Inning I'M 60 get oDle men you Pun and get
off the hook You feel almost ready cry but patiently
put another wormunless you afraid of the Shiny
things, when somebody else has to do it. Well, then
try again and get another nbbe and you have him
this time Can of you advocates for hills woods
praries equal this among the charms Of your chosen
place9 No. Then there other charms; oh, many
of them. choose water every time.
Twelfth Grade. Allie A. Scherer,
115 Clark Street, Mankato, MINI.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
IS, MINNESOTA SATURDAY, AUGUST 8, 1904
THE JOURNAL JUNIOR, MINNEAPOLIS, N

strains until lost in remote cliff. Twilight APP
glitter of sparkling ice while at the summit lay the
in it's dazzling wheness. This completed that day.
but in the morning began first mountain climb
which language is adequate to describe. AS
steadily peculiar exhilaration possessed u.s. the
clouds longer oated goriously above but below; at
certain height nothing but snow clouds and sky Wis
ibe. Finishing aborious ascent could see for
over miles around and above most everything but
the SUM- beauty Of the was here further en-
HANGED by thrilling views of projecting cliffs well
other gorgeous peaks Naturally since then whenever
respondent humiliaed have often longed for some
lofty inspiring mountain peak. -Tolley Hartwick,
Tenth Grade. Granite Falls, Mimi
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
A CURE FOR THE DUMPS.
(HOnOrab1e MentlOn.


Choosing between natures luxuries is surely
easy task; but credting each with the peasurelt has
afforded me- do not hesitate to award hills and noun
tans place. The thought recalls several scenes and
experiences of tour in Europe Our party was at
little inland village mountain which we decided
to ascend following day That day spent view
ing it from below failed to be deeply impressed
by it's grandeur.
First was its tan rugged, majestic appearance, its
lofty ordy peak seeming to pierce the sky ard as the
clouds rolled about it, apparently seeking refuge from
some dreaded wind, thought of its human, ifeike
qualities fancyng to radiant CLEANS OF Wis
dom Gradually approaching the odorous breeze waited
to us gentle rumbing report of falling stones and
ce and as echoes reverberated thru the sumbern
valleys it's towering neighbors continued the Deep heavy
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06

heights rising IN such a
glory Of purple, pink and
gold that the eye longs to
gaze on this scene forever.
And not only the sunrise
attracts one. There are
beautiful sunrises on either
water, prairie or woods, as
well as on hills. But on
neither of these can you
find steep, sloping sides
rising in tiers of rolling
green. with here and there
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
NEARER TO NATURE.

t'To him who in the love of nature holds communion
with her visible FORMS she speaks various language
Few people who live in the woods and many who do
not, appreciate all that is to be obtained from them
One to be to nature in the woods than
other place. Go into the woods with book and read
lie your back gazing above the tree tops into the
blue sky that is pleasure to be forgotten
go deep into the forest where the thoughts of the
busy world left behind longer trouble to be able to
wander far and wide with the most beautiful forms of
nature every side, this will always appeal to To
the lover Of flowers and plants nothing equal to the
woods forests for where else many beautiful
forms of plant life to be found?
High School Margaret Shelton,
Rhinelander, Wis.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1904-08-06
NORTHWESTERN TOPICS
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