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The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
Unrest in Hungary.

The conflict between the Hungarian parliament and Francis Joseph, King of Hungary, has been postponed until December g. The conflict between the crown and the coalition is not settled. and public affairs in the dual kingdom in Hungary at any rate-are dead locked Baron Fejervary, the premier of Hungary, does not know where he is at. He is threatened with impeach- ment by parliament, and parliament Is not behind him in any respect. Appro- priations are lacking, and the army will soon lack men to take the place of those whose terms will soon expire.
 Four parties in the Hungarian par liament constitute the coalition that stands arrayed against the Emperor King, and MT. Kossuth may be said to be the leader of the coalition. He Is the son of the great Kossuth who fought for the independence of Hun gary fifty years ago.
 It was the genius of Deak that ere ated the union, and it is not plain that Hungary desires to dissolve the union provided it can secure practical inde- pendence within 1t.
 Both sides are seeking some plan Of | settlement that will not destroy the dual monarchy. Premier Fejervary proposes universal suffrage, but the coalition holding I'll seats in parlia- ment out of BIS, is demanding sep arate Hungarian tariff, and the use of the Magyar tongue in the army em- ployed in Hungary. The use of the German tongue in that army is sore point. The coalition Is not inclined to accept manhood suffrage as a solution, probably because the Magyars are not d majority of Hungary, and the King himself does not favor the manhood suffrage plan, because if Hungary se- cures the privilege Austria will de- sire 1t.
 l The conflict between the independ- ents and the crown shows no sign of abatement Briefly speaking, Hungary wants practical independence. It wants no dictation from Vienna so far as Hungarian affairs are concerned. It is not so much revolt against Francis Joseph as it is dislike for and absolute opposition to bureaucratic rule from \ ienna, and no one can see how it can be settled.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
Electric Signs.

Birmingham has more electric sighs than any other city in the south, and do not know of city of the same size anywhere in the country that can boast as many displays" said Ed Hance' "ho travels for one of the large pipe man ufaeturing companies. T have not been in Birmingham after dark for several months consequently I have not seen the city lit up by the electric signs but I will be here a day or two on this trip and of course will see the effect several times.
 "Nothing attracts the attention or visitor to a city quicker than well llght- ed and well paved streets. and with so many electric signs I am sure that the streets of Birmingham are well lighted.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
Edaar Allen Poe.

The Hall of Fame on University Heights in New York, of which the New York university is the trustee and guardian, is not bit conclusive. When the One Hundred turned down Edgar Allan Poe to give Whittier and Lowell inches, they simply disclose the places of their birth, and the twist or their education and traditions. Their judgment is not the judgment Of the country, for they are in no sense rep resentative. They were largely se- lected by and from the presidents of northern colleges, and those colleges have practically voted against Poe and in favor of Lowell.
 Nor is it plain why Whittier was favored with niche, and William Cul- len Bryant was refused one. Both were of New England descent, but Bryant wrote Lines to Waterfowl" and It would keep the One Hundred dwaho at night to find anything from Whit tiers pen to match 1t.
 However, let us not quarrel with the noble One Hundred. Poe could not command the needful 51 votes, but ne does command the admiration and votes of readers in all parts of the English-speaking world.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
Mayors New Hat.

'I bought this hat on Broadway and it is one of the very latest" said the Mayor to number of the city hall gang yesterday afternoon. With the remark and his customary smile, he pull ed off the seasons offering in the way of headgear and thumped the crown. A curious spectator, who evidently believed that seeing was believing" asked for what he termed the "bonnet" and made close examination. Suddenly he ex- claimed:
 If you bought this while you were in Gotham last week, what is the mean ing of this name here?" All eyes were turned toward the man with the hat and none were more astonished than the Mayor.
 There in letters of gold was the name of firm in Kentucky.
 Let me see." said the Mayor. in all seriousness.
 He looked at the hatmark and then looked again to make sure that hats had not been switched on him.
 You ore right. Some one has either ex- changed hats with me or I have made a bad swap At any rate. I wore very swell head piece while l took in the sights of Gotham"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
Nashvllle's Prosperity.

'I was in Nashville few weeks ago, and was glad to find that beautiful city enjoying the greatest prosperity in It's his- tory said man in the Woodward pulio- ing. Nashville Is growing fast, and Will give fine account of itself in the next census.
 within the last twelve or eishteeh months loo new industries have been io- cated in that city. While most or the plants are small, they combine to make Il great factor in the commercial life or the community They make up the pay rolls and give support to large part of the population"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
FROM PHILADELPHIA TO
 BOSTON BY TROLLEY CAR

teresting journey not the least attractive part of 1t.
 The last day occupied seven and half hours, making the total time thirty hours; distance, $50 miles; expense, A.35.
 This expenditure. of course, does not include meals and lodging, but room and breakfast can be had at any stopping point on the road at reasonable price, well filled lunch basket Is a valuable asset at the start and obviates' the neces- sity of stopping by the wayside for meals. although this can be done should the traveler prefer.
 This trip is within the reach of anyone wno has few days and a few dollars to spare; and why more people do not take II Is a mystery to me, especially as lead in5 features are the entire absence of any discomfort whatever and the almost universal courtesy that is extended to travellers on the line This makes the trip particularly enjoyable one for women and one that can be taken by them without any escort with perfect propriety' safety and comfort.
 By making Hartford the stopinp n1ace Tor the second day, the trip can be taken in three days but it might prove too strenuous for some, and in a trin ,;ka the one described above time should mt be made part of the general economy NO one who takes 1t will ever regret it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

only that remarkable man, Missionary Richard McCurdy. but also a son. son in-law, brother-in-law, cousin, niece's husband, and so on to the last twig of the family tree. The New York Tri- bune thus presents the names of the chief beneficiaries of the benefcent and missionary institution:
 COMBINED MCURDY INCOME FROM
 MUTUAL, 1884 TO 1905
 Richard A. McCurdy, father ..slSfl, ,666. q Robert H. MeCurdy, son ,..... 1.759, ,622 g Louis A. Thebaud, son-in-law.. eS2,s3l 30
 Grand total ....t...............S4,6 .S4, ,634, ,12O. 49
 Annual average 1SS4-1904. ....S 216,0O0. GO
 It is not necessary to print the names and dividends of the rest of the famny. We simply desire to show that the institution is both beneficent and and that Father McCurdy did not in anywise overdraw the pie ture. He spoke from his own pockets.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
ALABAMA ITS OWN BANKER.

From the Spokesman Review.
 They have rather peculiar way of handling funds in the Alabama state treasury and one which does not seem to be the most secure imaginable though 1t is to some extent along the lines of the national money vaults at Washington. The states money is not deposited in banks, but is kept in A safe or vault in the capital, guarded by two wathmen, and though it at times ranges from sSooOOO to s2,OOo,Oo0 in cold cash. the bond given by the treasurer is for only s15O.OOO
 According to reports the honesty and responsibility of the present state treas urer is undoubted, but it is not diffi- cult to imagine what might happen should man with a less scrupulous sense of honor be elected to the office The people of Alabama must have a very deep faith in the integrity of their public servants.
 The childlike faith which they have heretofore had is, however. now begin ming to be replaced by sterner sense of what ought to be done. and move ment is on foot to diminish the respon- sibility of the two lone watchmen and remove temptation from persons of criminal inclinations.
 It is rather difficult to understand why Alabamians has not long ere this adopted the plan of depositing it's sur plus money in banks, properly secured where it would be available for general use and circulation. The piling up of money in the treasury creates an extra ordinary situation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
ASK ME NO MORE.

By Tennyson. Ask me no more; the moon may draw the sea; The cloud may stoop from heaven and take the shape. With fold to fold, of mountain or of cape; But o too fond when have I answered thee?
 Ask me no more. Ask me no more; what answer should I give? I love not hollow cheek or faded eye; Yet. O my friend, I will not have thee die. Ask me no more. lest should bid thee live,
 Ask me no more. Ask me no more: thy fate and mine are sealed. I strove against the stream and all in vain: Let the great river take me to the main No more dear love, for at a touch ! yield:
 Ask me no moro
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
LIFT FOR BIRMINGHAM.

From the Baltimore News.
 The action of the Illinois Central rail- road in acquiring property for depot pur- poses at Birmingham, Ala, preparatory to the extension of its lines to that city is an important development in the bus mess prospects of that thriving city. The Illinois Central Is the great trunk line through the Mississippi valley from north to south. and it is railroad which has always been particularly successful in developing the industries of the localities which 1t serves. By the extension of It's lines to Birmingham that city will derive advantages which will stimulate all its interests.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

'"rhe best way to see the world is by taking voyage in a tramp steamer" said young man well known about town. "Some years ago I was in poor health and relatives advised me to go on cruise. I embarked in an English tramp steamer at New Orleans for Liv- erpoo1 We were twenty-one days in reaching our destination, but let me as- sure you that time did not drag for me. Our ship was sailing vessel, and my experiences were similar to those of the adventurous youths in story books who formerly ran away to sea and shipped before the mast on sailing ves- sels that spent weeks in reaching 8 port which can now be reached in the same number of days. The trip un- doubtedly saved my life, and it's cost was insignificant Tramp steamers are to be found at all the southern ports, Tampa especially. All are picturesque craft, but for a pleasure trip l would prefer a sailing vessel to a steamship"
 GOOD ENOUGH. r-zsfrcI For spreading sunshine everywhere, Although he is a sinner,
 He may some day put on a crown The man who laughs, winner.
 ENEMIES.
 Seems to us
 Duplicity
 Has a foe
 Publicity.
 PAUL COOK
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

of the state convict board, was in Bir- mingham yesterday.
 c. B. Payne of Atlanta is at the Morris J. F. Curtis of Blocton is stopping at the Morris.
 R L. Thornton of Tuscaloosa is at the Metropolitan.
 T. M. Peters of Fayette is in the city. ". B. Adams of Carbon Hill is at the Morris.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
THEY'LL TRY TO BREAK IT. The man who piles a fortune up And then writes out a will. Had better find a way to make His relatives keep still

One Of the city ambulances rolled up to the baggage department of the Union passenger station. An undertakers as sistant and negro driver opened the rear door of the vehicle. A truck was drawn up close to the wagon and the two men drew out a coffin box and loaded 1t on the truck ready for ship ment. battered dress suit case, bound around with a bit of rope, reposed de- jectedly on top of the box, It was all the earthly property left behind by the man who lay dead in his cheap coffin
 There were no flowers, no mourning, rei- atives, no friends to stand by with sor- rowful faces and lend their presence
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
TENoRs AND TOBACCO.
From the Musical World.

From the Musical World
 Most of the prominent tenors, bar itones and passes of today smoke-in strict moderation M. Jean de Reszke cannot withstand the temptation of q cigarette; Sig. Caruso smokes cigars. and enjoys them immensely; Sig. Scotti prefers Russian cigarettes, which he smokes through holder; M. Journet indulges in the same brand; Sig. Bonci, who lately delighted all London. prefers Turkish cigarettes, and MT. John Coates has a hankering for cigars.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
REFLECTIONS OF A BACHELOR.
the New York Press.

From the New York Press.
 People in a flat always have piano because there is no room for 1t.
 The best way to find out who are not your friends is to lend them money, and the next to be in public office.
 A woman's idea of a scandal is to wear stockings that don't match the color of something else not to be seen.
 If a man misses train he is trying to catch. 1t is hard for him to make himself believe it isn't because he has to support big family.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
HIS KEEN INSIGHT.

From the Philadelphia Telegraph.
 Hawkshaw. the detective, told how he got his start.
 sI guessed what present girl made for me with her own hands was meant for!" he declared.
 Appalled by the mans genius, they made haste to do him reverence.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

David Harum" officially benefited the estate of Edward Moves Westcott to the extent of S125,00O. The item Is sworn to, and must be accepted. All books do not however. net that much, and do not deserve such a result.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Scotland supplied us with golf, and 1t is willing to teach us municipal ownership, but the latter is a difficult game. and Americans do not learn it readily
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Lawson says Senator Clarks new house on Fifth avenue is "a pastry cooks nightmare in bronze and mar ble." The New York World says the description Is rather f1attering.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Chicago professor tells us that the sea is 37O,000,0O0 years old In that case 1t probably ante-dates some of the musical comedy jokes being per petrated this year.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

From the Gadsden Journal
 Birmingham doesn't know which IL anticipates most the visit of the Pres ident or the coming of the circus
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

A MoNG ahe southern novelists who pN have attained to popularity in
 recent years, Will N. Harbn of Georgia occupies a place which is en- vlaole. MT. Harbin has chosen a field for writing with which he is familiar. He knows the Georgia mountaineer. He has studied North Georgia types, is close to them In their quaint philosophy and is familiar with every phase of their char acter. Mir. Harbin has written a number of short stories and novels. notably "The Substitute" "Abner Daniel.a and "Pole Baker, his most recent book. It is in- teresting to note that while MT. Harbin appeals strongly to southern readers. his popularity is by no means sectional and his books have had a wide sale. "Abner Daniel" was one of the most popular books of last year and Pole Baker" bids fair to equal the record made by it's predecessor. MT. Harbins humor is his strongest bid to favor, although his grasp of dramatic incident is powerful and his treatment of pathos and sentiment is that of skillful analyst of character
 t Frosts approaching visit and the sunny sides of the streets were popular. It Is such little straws that show which way the wind blows. There was talk of fam nels but cautious persons hesitated to take the leap.
 The board of lady managers of the late St. Louis fair are wrought up be- cause Representative Landis of Indiana, advocates cutting down expenses in the government printing office. The lady managers have a little report of 125,0 900 words which they hope to have pub lished by Uncle Sam. There are a lot of words in that report, but it Is not for us to take mean fling at the fair sex's propensity for words.
 A New Jersey man lost s4 and killed himself. He never would have made a plunger.
 The echo of Jimmy" Hydes little French dinner was a crash that shook the insurance world to it's foundations.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

President Stryker of Hamilton col lege says 1t would be better for the general cause of religion if 5000 churches in this country were burned. He forgets that about 5000 half-starved preachers would in that case starve completely.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
REGULAR HABIT.

From the Rome Tribune.
 Ballot box stuffing is to be prohibited by law in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania will, therefore, be at absolute JOSS to know what to do with a ballot box.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Money fresh from the mint or issu- ing officer is untainted, and New York hotel has adopted the policy of paying out only the brand-new sort.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

A Pennsylvania scientist declares that he is ready to cat cabbage snake just to prove that the worm is not harmful. Help yourself, professor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Cannibalism Is still practiced in the wilds of Hayti, but the deluded natives there have never seen an oyster.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Russia holds but 1866 Japanese sol diers as prisoners, while Japan has GA, 900 Russians. It is not an even ex- change.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

The New York republicans do not despair. They believe man is turk ing somewhere who will accept their nomination for mayor
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

President Palma's success in Cuba Is easily accounted for-he was for merly schoolmaster who knew the value of the rod.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Inefficient officers are to be weeded out of the Russian navy. This will bring the force down to the ships left afloat by the war.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Dr. Wiley's testimony regarding adulterated foods Is enough to make one turn against the pies that mother used to make
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

To say that the evidence deduced in the present insurance investigations is weird would be putting it mildly.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Bullock County Breeze: Shall we have an early or late primary election next yea That Is the question. There are good reasons advanced by the advocates of either side of the question. We are inclined to favor the early primary so that the agony may be over with, as early oa fncciIala
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Republicans who desire to run for office in New York city under the cir cumstances are scarcer than hens teeth. The opportunity is seeking the man.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

The canonization of Rockefeller is a Cleveland, O., device. What does Cleveland want, anyhow?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

This is the last week of the Portland fair News of Portland's show has been overlooked since the nation began con- ming It's lessons in high finance, particu- larly as applied to the insurance com panies. but Portlands fair has been booming along nicely and it is estimated that s2,2oo,OoO people will have seen the exposition by the hour of it's closing Sat- urday night
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

The atmosphere is perceptibly purer since there is no divorce trial of na- tional interest to offend the nostrils.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Castro's strong point is defiance. When he has a leisure spell, he turns in and defies the outside world.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

The pointed shoe is the next scourge that Is to afflict the country.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Some go to war to fight and some to graft, and the latter come home to claim all the honors.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
About Persons,

John A. Adams of Wisonville is at the Morris.
 W. l.. Howard. chief clerk In the cir cult court clerks office, is in Sylacauga attending the North Alabama presbytery. He is a delegate from the Second Pres byterian church.
 E. S. Lyman of Montevallo Is at the Metropolitan.
 w. E. Knox of Montgomery is in the city.
 W. B. Camper of Flor rpnce. member
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Gallant John Pelham, though dead, will hereafter speak to all who pass his honored grave.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

What President Mccall probably meant was that he Is poor, compared to John D. Rockefeller.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

The New York dramatic critics let Thomas Jefferson down light as Rip Van Winkle."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

The policy holders got 1t in the pocketbook, which is much worse than getting 1t in the neck.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

President Roosevelt tackled a great international war. Now he Is trying to ameloriate football.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Huntsville Tribune: For the number Of applications we are receiving for posi- tions on the contemplated Birmingham daily, it occurs to us that from what IS written us, there must be vast number Of able newspaper men out of job in the United States.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

So long as the skyscrapers do not rub the blue off the sky no one need object.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

The "no-hat" fad among women will be encouraged by married men.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

John F. Gaynor says he is sorry he fled to Canada. The government IS glad he is back.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

The McCurdys should fall back and give other families a chance at the grab bag.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

The real, genuine Pat Grove is in the hands of the Omaha police, but he was shipped there securely tied.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

The man who defies bears will not quail before insects.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

The Gaynor-Greene case Is life time struggle. It Is really but just begun.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

Only democrats need apply for office in New York city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

vaudeville preacher tells us that people who go to heaven will live in flats where there are no janitors. How does he know? The ignorance If some people is only equaled by their pre- sumption.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

In the meantime, Mae Wood contin- ues on the trail of Senator Platt
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12

The chief diseases of the country are graft. typhoid and tuberculosis.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
BOTH ARE WELCOME.

Birmingham should decorate for the President
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
A WORD OF ADVICE.

Put this in your pipe and smoke 1t While jogging along life's way, Do not put off till tomorrow
 The man you can do today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
ALABAMA PRESS

Montgomery Times: The czar way let Witte boss for a while, but the chances are the hangers on will get his scalp.
 Montgomery Advertiser: Russia is her self again." says a contemporary. If that is true. there is little hope of civil or religious liberty in that country. Rus sia as "herself" Is not a country to be envied.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
WHY REMARK? Yes, 1t Is
 A trif1e cool, We can feel 1t,
 We are no fool.

An ex-convict has been nominated for the r ;islature in Massachusetts. As there are many state legislators who ought to be convicts, the Massachusetts man should not feel that he is ,ntrud- Ing
The Birmingham age-herald., 1905-10-12
NOT POLITICAL.

The rain was slowly falling,
 The streets were full of mud, The kind they throw in Georgia? No. plain old muddy mud