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The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
son OFFERS TO EXPIATE
FATHERS AWFUL CRIME
John Williams is Given Death Penalty at CuIman Which is
First Case Of Extreme Penalty of the Law
Ever Recorded in the County

Cullman, May S1.-(Speeial) 1.-THE county
court house was the center of attraction
this morning as well as the scene of sew
eral pathetic Incidents, and though. each
and every spectator expected what was to
come. still there was a sympathetic feel
ing in the bosom of all for the unfortu-
nate victim whose future then hung in
the balance and rested solely in the hands
of twelve of his peers.
About O'Clock. however the cloud
burst and the storm that sealed the fate
of John Williams, the slayer of Senator
Robert L. Hipp came. The jury returned
a verdict of guilty of murder in the first
degree. and of a premeditated nature.
Prisoner Is Brought In.
The prisoner. pale and haggard, was
brought from the county Jail to the court
house to hear his fate. Before reaching
the temple of justice, however, he was
notified of the jurys finding, and it was
similar to a thunderbolt or a stroke of
paralysis to him. His steps were slow
and feeble thereafter and 1t was with
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01

suit but admits that he shot at Deputy
9nerlh Dunlap at the time Hipp was
ki'lea. Dunlap was wounded but soon
recovered as the wound was in the arm
and slight.
When seen in his cell at the county
jail last night Williams was calm and
discussed his case quietly, denying most
positively that he was guilty of the
charge against him. While talking he
punetuated his remarks with huge bites
of bread and bacon which he held in his
bands, the bread in one hand and the
meat in the other He consumed three
biscuits and two large slices of meat in
few minutes.
Prisoner Makes Statement.
Williams said:
81 am already a victim of newspaper
statements and had rather not discuss
my case, however. l will say this | am
positively not guilty of shooting Mr. Hipp.
Nothing was farther from my mind than
even shooting at him. ! did shoot at
Mr.. Dunlap after he raised his gun to
shoot at me.
"Hipp and Dunlap came to my place a
little more than a month ago to serve
some papers on me. We sat In the hall
ana talked the matter over. [ went into
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
A HeaIthful Locality
Leeds Mineral Wells

Only II miles from Birmingham. on two
railroads; several trains daily. This sec
ton of country Is noted for it's health
giving atmosphere. Those who have
Chronic Indigestion. Diarrhoea, Dysen-
terry, Kidney or Bladder affections will
be readily cured of such in from two to
eight weeks by drinking the water from
this celebrated Hawkins well. roard al.
the well reasonable. Several cotta..- for
rent on the grounds
Write or call on Leeds Mineral Water
Co. for further particulars. corner Fourth
avenue and Twentieth street, Birming-
ham. Cheek Drug Co. general agents.
6-14-su-tue-thu
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
Tri-state Opening Postponed.

Huntsville, May a.-(Special)- THE
opening games of the season in the Tr-
State baseball league have been postponed
one week to Jun u, because of the fact
that two or three of the teams have not
been fully organized. President Waddeli
of Sheffield has so informed the six teams
of the league
Ed l.. Pulley has closed a contract with
the Huntsvine association to establish a
ball park half a mile nearer town than
the old park and an up to date grand
stand Is now being constructed.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
SUPREME COURT DECISIONS

Montgomery. May 3.-(Special)-O
ions in the following cases were handed
down by the supreme court today:
DowdelL J.-Carleton McCauly ct al,
VS.. Kate Mecauly; appeal from Mont
gomery city court; affirmed.
Anderson. J.-George Sprouse VS.. w. NJ.
Story; appeal from Cherokee circuit court;
reversed and remanded.
The State of Alabama, ex REL, A. j.
Dunn, ct al. VS. Court of Commissioners
OF st. Clair county: appeal from st. Clair
circuit court; appeal dismissed.
7. A. Finney VS.. W. f. Lucy: appeal
frbm Gadsden city court; affirmed.
|Denson J.-Charles A, Easley VS.. Boyd
4 TAFT ct al; appeal from Mobile circuit
court; reversed and remanded.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01

r REENBRIER, WHITE SULPHUR
u SPRINGS, WEST VIRGINIA.
(The "OLD WHITE" SULPHUR open
June 90
Famous for its sulphur baths.
Modern improvements with private
bath.
Orchestra.
Terms: SIS to s25 week; $50 to 800 month.
Write for booklet. Address until June 1,
GEO. A. MILLS. JR., Mgr.
The Grafton. Washington. ID. c. After
June l. Greenbrier. White Sulphur
Springs. West Virginia.
6-21-39t -s,I-flI-fh
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
Mrs. Ravenscroft Is Dead.

Union Springs, May S1.-(Special)-Thi
morning about o'clock this community
was shocked to hear of the death of Mrs.
f. L. Ravenscroft, wife of Mr.. Frank
Ravenscroft, president of the Raven
scroft Drug company. of this place. Mrs.
Ravenscroft leave a little motheress in
FAINT boy. She was a Miss Hunt of Nash
vile, Tenn, and was married only a lit
tie over year ago. Her mother and
husband and loving friends were at her
bedside In her last moments on earth.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
A SUMMER RESORT where
TOWN and COUNTRY meet.
Chicago Beach Hotel
American and European Plan


On the edge of town, this ideal Hotel
spacious, elegant, modern, overlooks Lake
Michigan with the beach at its very
doors on two sides. while shaded parks
complete the beautiful surroundings For
those who like quiet. there are walks,
drives. sequestered spots and spacious
apartments for the gay there are sailing,
bathing, golf, tennis, walking, driving,
tally-ho rides. dancing, fine music and
town amusements The city is but ten
minutes away, with ideal suburban train
service from the nearby station. Many
families make this their permanent home.
There are $50 large. out rooms, 220 pri-
bate baths 100 feet of broad veranda,
overlooking the lake. There Is always a
cool breeze in summer, and comfort sum-
mer or winter The table is always tempt
ing and literally supplied. Every cour-
tesy shown to tourists or transient guests.
Send for handsomely, Illustrated booklet,
giving full particulars.
51st Blvd. and Lake Shore, Chicago.
observation-disclosures
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Non-commissioned officers Named

Admission. May 31.-(Special)-Co VIII
liam II. Mc<leroy has issued regiment
order No. naming the n-commissioned
staff Of the Third regiment as follows
Quartermaster sergeant, r. NJ. Johnson,
Birmingham; assistant guard instructor,
w. w. Smith Decatur; chief trumpeter,
]. Il. Harris, Woodlawn; commissary SER
geant. ]. o. Stewart, Birmingham; ordi-
nance sergeant, w. r. Edmonson, Jr. An
niston; hospital stewards II. C. Fite
Florence. John Prlvett, oxford; color
sergeant, j. II. Mcclure, Jasper.
Nearly every company in the regiment
is given a place in the appointments.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
WANTED

Boy to work ia press room.
Must be good size and able
to do heavy work. Good op-
portunity for boy who wants
to learn trade. No street
loafers need apply. Apply
at Age Herald composing
room, 1870 tonight.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
Bacon Received By kino.

Rome, May H.-King Victor Emanuei
today received in private audience sena-
tor A. o. Bacon of Georgia, with whom he
conversed most cordially. showing perfect
knowledge of American affairs The King
said President of the United States on
joys more power than king of Italy.
Referring to immigration, Senator Bacon
said Italians were welcomed in the south
ern agricultural states.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
The Best Place fc- Vacations Is
The Famous
SHELBY SPRINGS, ALABAMA.

Among the picturesque hills of Shelby
county.
Cool nigh, IL malaria. no mosquitoes.
new hotel, splendid Garden, poultry yards,
dairy and improvements in all depart
merits Shelby Springs waters are various
sulphurs. iron magnosia and fires stone.
They cure female troubles, and diseases
Of The stomach bowels, kidney and blad-
der They ar an unfaiiing remedy for
rheumatism anC blood disorders. Shelb.-
Springs is the place to rest. to build up
and get strong. Try it. Telephone to all
points. Write fer rates and booklet
]. A. mcknight, Manager.
b-2-eod Am
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
Fisher Will Sell Out.

Nashville. Tenn, May 31-The Nash
Vile Southern League Baseball club is
to change hands, Manager Newt Fisher.
sole owner, has offered to sell the fran
chise for $4,000. 1t is understood a stock
company is being formed here for the
purpose of buying the club. AS soon as
the deal is consummated the team will
be greatly strengthened
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
JACOBS PHARMACY
Birthplace of Cut Prices
DRUG HISTORY IN A NUT SHELL

Sxyears ago, before Jacobs established
Cut Prices, you we're forced TO pay
full regular prices for everything you bought
at a drug store Jacobs changed this. In
stead of paying $I.oo you saved from 20 to
40 per cent-sometimes as much as so per
We are still in the business of
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
Arrested for counterfeitinq.

Huntsville May SIS. NJ. stephens and
A. j. Stratton, operatives in cotton mills
were arrested here on charge of counter
feiting They We're charged with trying
to pass a raised dollar bill in a saloon.
Beth men are in Jail.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
HOTELS AND SUMMER RESORTS.
BELLEVUE HOTEL.
4 oaLo,& Mo,.k.r H,1eIan Ala


1900 feet elevation. Freestone. lithia.
chalybeate. and sulphur waters. Best
and only up-to-date summer resort In
the state. Under the direct supervision
and management of LOUI HART.
Summer tourists rates: Round trip week
end tickets. One fare family looks. rs
tickets 81. Opeas May 1.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
.BLOUNT SPRINGS HOTEL

Season now open The place to spend the
summer Hotel renovated and put In first
class condition. sulphur baths, bowling.
tennis court. pool and billiards. Owns
and operates dairy ard livery. Rates 81
per day. $1,000 per week
BI.OUNT SPRINGS HOTEL co.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
B. M. Elippen RESIGNS.

Mobile May BIB. NJ Flippen. general
export agent of the Mobile and Ohio
railroad, has resigned effective June /,
to accept service with the Missouri Pa
cific
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First Case of Extreme Penalty.
Williams Brought to eirminaham-

John Williams. who was convicted yes
terday at a special term of the circuit
curt of Cullman county for the muir
der of the late Senator r. /. Hipp of
that place, was brought to Birmingham
last night and placed in the county iail
for safekeeping.
An appeal has been taken to the SUI
preme court and Williams seems confident
Of having the sentence reversed or at
least tempered. He strenuously denies his
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
EOTEL MARIE AAT0INETTE
Broadway and Doth to
O7th Streets
NEW YORK CITY
Absolutely FireprOOf

Especially adapted for the convenience
and comfort of families, and very deslra-
BILE as transient stopping place. Equipp-
ed with everything to make living lux
ury. Situated at one of the most eccessl-
BILE points in New York city, within one
block of Central park. All important sur
face cars pass the door-Elevated station
half a block away-Subway entrance at
corner of building. Only five minutes ride
to Grand Central station. shopping dis
trict and principal theatres.
5-12-eod-tf
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-06-01
.ror At HOTEL DARLINGTON

when it prints good. It Is q good cut
eThe Gawk Engraving ca.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-07-02
'25c Lace Galloons DC Yard

Pretty lace galloons medallion band. serpenne and
applique effects; chantly, Normandy valencennes
and torchons white, cream, and Arabian shades;
widths up to 2h inches; values up to 25c. Monday.
the yard, 4c.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-07-02
35c Teneriffe Doilies l5c

Tenerffe wheel doilies measuring inches across;
these have pure linen centers; in drawnwork de-
signs; borders of well-made wheels these are
dainty and quite durable extra good values at 35c
On sale Monday, 15c each.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-07-02
Seamless Sheets 72x9O Inches 45c

Fine suitings, in exact copies of the
expensive wool fabrics; excellent for
linens in the lot; extra good value at
35c. Monday, on third floor, yd., 15c.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-07-02
$l.4S Mohair Suitings soc Yd.

20 pieces of cotton taffeta, for waist and
skirt Innings or separate drop skirts; tan
and mode shades only; full yard wide;
rustles like taffeta silk; this is slightly
damaged on the selvedge, if perfect would
be worth 23c. Monday, while 1t lasts, Ar
the yard. d.......................
36-inch glass cloth; all the popular coll
%ondip Ors including tSd gsr6 black worth s6c l7C
Los Angeles herald., 1905-07-02
Children's $2.9s Pique Refers $l.25

Children's REFERS, made from good quail
automobile back and large circular collars
soiled and mussed regular $1.9S and $29S v
Women's cambria skirts, deep founce of
sertion and edged to match; SLAB 2Er
value. Monday. O|C
Los Angeles herald., 1905-07-02

Silk mousseline de sole, specially de-
sirable for party dresses; all the pop
ular evening tfnts and shades, as well
as black and white; a half-silk fabric
worth 25c. Monday, the yard, 21Ac.
Los Angeles herald., 1905-07-02
Cloth-of- Gold Coats $1,000

few cloth gold coats, full length garments will
cape piped with red and green silk; set off will
brass buttons; just the thing for travelling $3.50
values. Monday, $1,000.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18

The revival meetings at the Con-
gregational church are progressing
very satisfactorily, several additions
having been made during the past
week. The meetings will be held
each evening indefinitely, and all are
cordially invited to attend. Rev. Eg-
erton. pastoB of the church, is an ex-
perienced evangelist. having worked
many years in this field of religious
service in Canada. He is a convinc-
ing and energetic worker and is at
tracing large audiences to his meet
ings. 1t is now probable that ar
rangements will be made for a spec
iaI song service to accompany the
remainder of the meetings.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18
CLAIM WAS PENDING so YEARS.
Allowed the Day the Claimant Died
at Hood Biver.

The Hood River Glacier says that
after waiting SO years for the govern
ment to pay him for the use of his
farm as a fort during the Indian out
break at White Salmon in 1855, the
announcement was made on the day
of his death that E. S. Joslyn's claim
of $500 is to be allowed at the pres
ent session of congress.
The announcement comes through
press dispatches, dated Colorado City,
December 29. Mr.. Joslyn's claim
against the government for $500 was
for deprivation of the use of the
claimants farm on the Columbia river
in 1855. 1856 and 1857. During the
years of the mentioned time the clam
ants land was used as a military sta
ton by the United States troops en-
gagged in suppressing an Indian out
break.
In the half century that has inter-
yened Joslyn has been engaged In
pushing his claim. on the day that
the letter came announcing that 1t
would be paid Joslyn died and the
claim will be paid to the widow.
What was Joslyn's farm is now the
property of Judge A. r. Byrkett at
Bingen landing. Some logs of the fort
constructed on this farm by the gov
eminent in 1865. to day form an out
house on Judge Byrkett's farm. This
building is an interesting old relic.
port holes are plainly visible in the
logs. and within recent years poisoned
Indian arrowheads were cut from the
sides of the fort and carried away as
souvenirs.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18
yrY BREVITIES
U. C. RAIDER.

Unly. Y. -.
4 ynur hats. ROOsevelt's.
underwear sale at Teutsch's.
\. stetson hats at Roosevelt's.
4 Falling, agent for Steinway
Il, and Hanan shoes at Roose-
ppt-Good busines location.
4 IA East Webb street.
hen get satisfaction at How
|trmerly Rees' cigar store.
\ clansman," the latest book
|,ras Dixon. Jr.. at Nolf's.
hing house for rent, and furni-
| ! ale. Apply COS Thompson st.
|r.s cook wants a Job. Wages
! month. Address p. O.box "a.
\ |S George restaurant, open
d night. Mrs. Cooper. propri-
! lay Felger, fashionable dress
b charges reasonable. 713
hes;.
Asni-GOod furnished room,
cks from Main street. Call up
Red 1863.
riz ladies' fine party slippers,
ti0, 2S, SS.5O and 81. On
rE, 'L65, at Teutsch's.
ei-By single man, good ref
nom with bath and hot and
'nT. Address p. o. box 413.
: and misses jackets are going
zS Of cost all sizes now in
Isuisch's department store.
'to are suffering from any dis
Ai does not yield to medical
ai should call on w. NJ. Nc
non 26, Queen Lodging House.
liton free.
lsy and Night Express gives
reliable service" Covered
q street from I a. m. to IL
Paone Main 2S11, or leave or
G1lnan's cigar store. Billy
p Prop.
t'E and Girls Aid Society OF
an furnish a limited num-
~ and girls for adoption, for
M for chores. while attend
p and for people wishing to
a up as their own. Address
s'dnsr. Portland, Or.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18
AGAINST ANTI-BICYCLE LAW.
Council Meeting Tonight VIII Be
Watched by demonstrators.

While there is no fixed time for
the report of the committee in charge
of the anti-bicycle ordinance which
has been referred to the committee
on ordinances, the meeting of the
city council will be watched with in
terest by the demonstrators tonight
The remonstrances against the pas
sage of the anti-bicycle ordinance
contain the names of 113 business
men and bicycle riders, White the pc
tition asking for the ordinance con-
tains about the same number.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18

Avoid all drying inhalants and use
that which cleanses and heals the
membrane. Ely's Cream Balm is such
a remedy and cures Catarrh easily and
pleasantly Cold in the head vanishes
quickly. Price so cents at druggists
or by mail.
Catarrh caused difficulty in speak
and to a great extent loss of hearing.
BY the use OF Ely's Cream Balm drop
ping of mucus has ceased, voice and
hearing have greatly improved.-J.
w. Davidson, Atty at Law. Mon
mouth, Ill.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18
EXCURSION OF CHRISTIANS.
Walla Walla Members VIII Visit Pen
dleton Next Saturday Night to At
tend Doris Meeting.

The members of the Christian
church of Walla Walla and perhaps
those of Athena. will come to PEN
dleton next Saturday evening on a
special excursion train, for the pur-
pose of attending the Doris meet
ing now being held at the First
Christian church in this city.
Arrangements have been made with
the O. r. & n. to run an excursion
train from the Garden City and it is
probable that Athena Christians will
also join with them in the visit to
this city.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18
At Methodist Church Tonight.

Rev. II. L. Pratt, United evangel-
ical presiding elder, will. preach to-
night at the Thompson street Metho-
dist church. Elder Pratt is a Port
land man, and as one of the resident
pastors of Pendleton says of him, "He
is a good strong, able man."
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18
AT the Christian Church.

Meetings at the First Christian
church continue with great interest
Evangelist Doris is a great teacher'
A large audience assembled last
nigh. to hear Mr.. Doris discuss
Gods Power Unto Salvation" the
meetings continue. Subject FOR TO-
night, Gods Law Just and Phiio-
sophie" Miss Fraker will sing.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18
U. C. RAIDER. Get sunny.

$3.50 ladies' Gloria shoes at Roose-
velt's.
The big shoe sale now on at
Teutsch's.
Wanted-Furnished housekeeping
rooms. Cal at Western Union office.
General cleanup of all winter goods
at prices that will surprise you.
Teutsch's.
The infant child of Engineer John
S. Curran, of the La Grande division
of the o. r. & N, died of whooping
cough, while Mrs. Curran was attend
ing her mother who is seriously i'll
in Nashville, Tenn. last Monday.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18
To End Range Wars.

The Grant county stockmen will
hold a meeting Saturday at Hamilton.
to take action toward ending the
range wars. They may frame law,
as they would have it, and carry It to
Salem.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18
soutb Methodist Meetings Over.

owing to the illness of Rev. NJ. "
Howard. the meetings at the M t.
Church. South. have been discontln-
ued. Rev. Crockett. who assisted IN
the meetings for the first week, mas
returned to La Grande. Rev. HOW
ard is suffering from severe attack
of the grip and is somewhat improV-
ed today.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18
Coleman Case Continued.

The trial of w. r. Coleman. charg-
ed with horse stealing, has been con-
tinued until the next term of court.
East Oregonian : E.O. (Pendleton, OR) 1888-current, 1905-01-18
SCOTS REMEMBER BURNS.
Caledonian Society VIII Celebrate Jan.
uary 25.

At a meeting of the Umatilla
County Caledonian Society held in
Athena the other evening, the ques-
ton of joining Walla Walla Caledoni-
an society in celebrating the birth an
niversary of Bobbie Burns, January
25 in that city, was discussed, says
the Athena Press. If 20 persons from
here will attend, reduced rates can
be secured on the o. r. & N. Those
in attendance at the meeting were of
the opinion that the necessary number
could be secured.
The meeting will be held at odd
Fellows Hall in Walla Walla. Among
those who hold membership i'm the
Umatilla society and who will take
part in the program, is d. C. Kirk,
who will speak on the life of Burns;
Mrs. A. c. Mcintyre and Mrs. NJ W.
Smith.
Invitations for the affair are now
being issued and the society expects
the occasion to be a most enjoyable
one.
The program to be rendered is as
follows:
Selection .......... Piper Mcdonald
The Life of Bobbie Burns, d. C. Kirk
Vocal music .............. Selected
Mrs. G. w. Whitehouse, Mrs. F.
Newman, John F. Mclean and