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The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
A NEW LONDON.
The Big City Is Being Rebuilt as Rap.
idly as New York.
Randall Blackshaw in Century.

Randall Blackshaw in Century.
London Is being rebuilt as rapidly as
New York, but it is so much vaster than
the American city that the process is less
conspicuous. Nothing is being done to-
day that stands out so prominently as
the great bridges over the East river.
nor Is there any analogue In London to
the Eruption of hotels and office build
ings above the normal sky line in New
York, the nearest approach to a sky
scraper-Queen Anne's mansions, West
understanding in height from eleven
tC fourteen stories only.
OF governmental projects perhaps the
greatest is the buying out of the compa-
MES that supply London with water.
Their claims amounted to about $250,O00,-
600, but radical cuts were made by the
court of arbitration appointed to adiudi-
cate them. 1t is unlikely that the METRO
politan water board will do as well finan-
cially as these eight companies. for the
city's needs are growing with its popula-
ton, while one of the chief sources of
supply--the Thames-has been gradually
dwindling for the last twenty years, so
that 1t VIII be necessary to go far afeld
before long for a supply of water that
can be depended on in times of drought.
Next come the proposed improvement of
Tie poil anu us CpulIOl ny IL SlllBle DOuN
exercising the powers now divided be-
tween the Thames conservancy and other
authorities The commerce of London
has not grown as rapidly of late as the
city itself Lest it should continue to
lose ground, a royal commission has re-
ported, the river channel must be widened
to from 900 to 1000 feet and deepened to
thirty feet at low water. The estimated
expense of this Improvement is $l2,500. 600,
and new docks are recommended at a
cost of about s225OO.OOO.
The principal public improvements of
the last fifteen years have been due to
the county council. which superseded the
metropolitan board of works under the
local government act of 1883. One of the
least conspicuous but most costly of its
single undertakings is the Blackwell tun-
mel, which when opened in 1897 had swal-
lowed up 100000. The next undertaking
of the sort the tunnel from Rotherhithe
to Radcliffe, is expected to absorb nearly
as much. The Tower bridge completed
in 1894 at a cost of S5.O00,00O-the most con-
spicuous of London bridges, the one far
thest down stream and the only one pro-
vlded with a draw-was the work of the
corporation of the city of London, and the
same body Is now widening London
bridge, the most famous and still the
most Travelled of the many roads across
the Thames The cost is estimated at
100000 The corporation before long will
probably lower the crown of the South
wark bridge, a task which will virtually
involve rebuilding and is expected to
swallow up sl,75o,oOO. The sway of the
county council begins somewhat farther
up the river, where 81 100000 is being spent
to replace Vauxhall bridge with a struct-
IRE of steel
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
S fLACAUGA.

Sylacauga. January 2s.-(special)-At
half past o'clock last Wednesday even
ing at the Methodist church the nuptials
or Miss Lucille Edwards and DR.. James
II. Terrell were solemnzed, Rev. B. B.
Glasgow officiating. The bride being a
much admired figure in Slyacauga soci-
ETY., this was an event in which much
interest was centered.
The church was prettily decorated In
palms, ferns and brides roses and a
large assemblage of friends witnessed
the impressive ceremony
Miss Fletcher Stinson of Woodlawn
Ala, was maid of honor, and DIR. A. w.
SIMS of Birmingham Ala, best man.
The other attendants were Miss Ida
Lane, Miss Maud Hebson and Miss Kate
Smith of Sylacauga, and Miss Willie
Walton of Greensboro, bridesmaids; DR..
Castleman, Mr. Foster Mcdonald and
Mr. J. C. Holmes of Sylacauga, and
Judge Joseph w. Hood of Woodlawn,
groomsmen The ushers were Mr.. Stock
ley, Mr.. Williams, Mr.. Freeman and
Mr.. Mynatt Peace.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
OPELIKA.

Opelika, January 2s.-(special)- Capt
r. NJ. Greene, president Of the Bank Of
Opelika, is in New Orleans this week.
Frank Duffey, for several years past
a resident of Carrollton, Ga, has re-
turned to Opelika and engaged in bust
ness with his father, J. p. Duffey.
Miss Carrie Harris is visiting friends
in Montgomery.
w. r. Power and bride (nee Banks)
returned this week from wedding tour
of a fortnight.
Mrs. M. p. Brown went to Tuskegee
Tuesday for a visit of several days.
Mrs. NJ. F. Andrews went to Jackson
this week fof a visit of several months
at the home of her son, S. H. An
drews.
Forrest Woods is spending the week
al Gordon. Ala.
Miss Irene Pinckard has gone to Bir-
mingham to make her home with her
brother, who resides there.
Mr.. Marvin Hearin and bride of Tai
lassee were guests of friends in this city
this week.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
pEMOPOLlS.

Demopolis, January 2s.-(SpeciaD. The
Tuesday afternoon Euchre Club met at
the hospitable elegant home of Mrs.
Stunhap Brasfeld. The hostess was as
sisted in serving a dainty three course
luncheon by her daughter, Mrs Edward
Mason. The decorations were pot plants
and ferns The first prize. cut glass
bon bon dish, was won by Miss ID. e.
I.oach and the consolation. a pretty cup
and saucer by Mrs. w. L. Prout. The
following ladies were present; Mrs. w.
L, Prout. Mrs Reid Smith. Mrs John
Webb. Mrs. Min Webb. Mrs. Lovman,
mich Bailey, Mrs. Kate CASHIER, Mrs.
Lane. Mrs. Glitch Ellisbury, Mrs. Connie
Glover. Mrs. Brice Warren, Mrs. Russell
Goodloe Mrs Mcdaniel. Miss Dufew,
Miss Rembot. Miss CASHIER Miss Clark.
The residence of William Morris on
sonth strawberry street was seriously
damaged by fire this morning. The loss
is estimated at about $1,000.
The Ell Well Club met last with Miss
Edith Dufew and spent very pleasant
afternoon
Mrs Connie Grover. of Portland is
visitinp her sister, Mrs. Stanhope Bras
field
On Wednesday afternoon Mr. Edward
Poe led to the alter Miss Dolores Waiting
ton. The NJ e. church, where the mar
rage took place. was beautifully decorat-
ed with ferns and palms and white mar
cIssus The ceremony was performed by
Rev. C. *. Williams. of Camden, Ala.
an uncle of the bride. The ushers were
Warren George and Eugene Warrington
The bride came down the aisle leaning up
on the arm of her brother. Robert Wat
hngton. the groom came in the opposite
aisle escorted by his best man. Mr.. James
Tay1or of the Robertson Banking Co. The
bride wore handsome gown of brown
silk with hat to match. She carried q
hoouet Of white carnations and ferns
The wedding march was artistically rend
cred by Mrs Barnett, organist OF the
church. These two young people are very
popular and as consequence iarge
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
IN HONOR OF MISS PELzER.

Miss Ethel Pelzer of Montgomery will
be the guest of Miss Fannie Dunn for
several weeks. She will arrive on We'd
nesday of this week and a number of
entertainment will be given in her honor.
On Thursday evening Miss Dunn will
give an informal dance at the Country
club to the unmarried set in compliment
to her guest Mrs Charles Locke will
also entertain for Miss Pelzer and Miss
Mcneil Miss tensions guest, at luncheon
later in The week. Miss Pelzer is one of
the most charming young girls of Mont
gomery. She visited Birmingham for the
first time last week to attend the Kettig
cotillon, where she was a pronounced
belle.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
ANNISTON.

Admission, January 2S.-(Special) Miss
Gertrude Smith is in Atlanta.
Mrs. G. J. McCarley has returned from
visit to her parents at Opelika and to
friends at Lafayette
Miss Julia Coleman and Miss Mary
Blackwell have returned from Atlanta
Mr.. and Mrs. Bernard Markstein nave
returned from their bridal tour. They
visited New Orleans and other southern
points and are now at home here
Mr.. and Mrs. Robert 2. Thomason
have returned from Birmingham where
thew were the guests of Mr.. and Mrs.
c. s. Simmons.
Mrs. c. A. Thompson returned from
Birmingham last night.
Miss Emily Tyler, who attended the
grand opera in Birmingham is at home
again.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
MILLER EAsoN.

Yesterday morning at 1880 o'clock Mr..
Walter w. Beason of this city and Miss
Annie Irene Miller of Jackson, Miss. were
married at the eMthodist parsonage, the
Rev Dr. Riddick officiating. This marriage
will be quite a surprise to their many
friends. The bride was the guest of the
grOoms parents. She is one of Jackson s
most popular young ladies. The groom is
one of the most popular young men of
this city, and a young man of sterling
qualities They have the best wishes of
their many friends. Mr.. and Mrs. Beason
will be at home to their friends for the
present with the groom's parents at No
2515 Fifth Avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
DELIGHTFUL DINNERS.

A delightful occasion Of Saturday was
the dinner of twenty-five covers given by
Mr.. Culpepper Exum and Mr.. Erskine
Ramsay at their residence on Highland
avenue. The dining room was decorated
in rich crimson carnations and asparagus
fern. The guests were seated at round
table whose centre piece was miniature
garden of the fragrant carnations. DE.
and Mrs. DeFuniak of Montgomery and
Miss MeNiel of Sewanee We're the only
ont of town guests. The list included be-
sides, Mr.. and Mrs Ross c. Smith, Miss
Cullom, Miss Jemison Miss Conner, Miss
Miles. Miss Kinney, Miss Walden, Miss
Dawson and Mr.. Fryerson, Mr.. siebold,
Mr.. McCreary, Mr.. Crawford. Mr.. Porter.
Mr.. Robert Brown and Mr. Murray
Brown After the dinner the party attend
ed the dance at the Country club
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
MONTEXALLO.

Montevallo, January 2S.-(Special.)-
Mrs. J. l.. McConaughy entertained the
members of the Studioses at an inform
al Japanese curio party Wednesday
evening as a compliment to Mrs. Mar
celles McCreecy of Evergreen, who is
the guest of Miss Mae Harwell. Red and
yellow roses were lavishly used in the
decorations and a delicious salad course
was served.
DR.. Parkes of Broomfield, KY, has
been visiting here for the past week.
Miss Edna Bush is expected home
from Birmingham tomorrow. Her re-
turn has been delayed by illness. Mr..
and Ms George Peter have reached
home after a six months stay abroad,
chiefly in France and Italy.
Miss Bessie McCarey and Miss Bessie
Faringdon have returned from a brief
visit to Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
pleasure of Travelling.

Any trip is a pleasure to those who
travel over the Chesapeake and Ohio rail-
way. The best of equipment, excellent
service, quick time, beautiful scenery.
Finest dining car service. Polite atten-
ton. Convenient schedules. Every COM
fort the most exacting traveller could
wish. New York tickets permit stop-over
of 10 days at Washington. Baltimore and
Philadelphia: also the famous Virginia
Hot Springs 11-11-fri-su-we-t1
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
SOCIAL CLUB.

The Social club was most pleasantly
entertained by Mrs. Augustus Lee last
Friday afternoon. A literary contest was
INDUCED In by a number of ladies' and
seven visitors besides the regular mem
bers, numbering twenty
The prize was won by a visitor. Mrs
Corbett Of Ensley on a tie with Mrs
Shannon. The pleasure of the afternoon
was greatly augmented by music, both
vocal and instrumental. after which de-
lghtful refreshments were served.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
His Normal Condition

Biggs-I was re lding in the paper this
morning about a Texas man who was
struck by lightning while he was swear
ing. Remarkable occurrence, wasn't 1t?
Diggs-Oh, l don't know. II lightning
We're to strike a Texas man when he
wasn't swearing it would be much more
remarkable
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
BRowNE-coMER ENGAGEMENT.

Mr.. and Mrs Adds b. Browne of Wash
ington,. d. c.. announce the engagement
of their daughter, Helen, to Mr.. John
Fletcher Conner of Conner, Ala.
Miss Browne visited Birmingham In
November as the guest of Miss Mollie
Cuilom and Miss Bevelle Conner, and was
their fraternity mate at the Woman's
college of Baltimore.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
NOTES AND PERSONAL.

Miss Sadie Markham has returned from
Pulaski Tenn, and will spend a week
in Birmingham before going to Florida
for the winter.
There will be a called meeting of bhe
board of managers of the Mercy home at
the home Tuesday morning at 1890
o'clock.
Mrs. Thomas Alexander Hamilton will
entertain the young matrons on February
IA in honor of Mrs. Thomas Alexander
Hamilton, Jr.
Miss Augusta f. Donelson leaves this
morning for a short visit to friends in
Lumberton, Mass.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Kettig will leave
the city tomorrow for Chicago for visit
of several days.
Mr. and Mrs. Jere Clemmons King IF
the South Highlands, expect to have as
their guest during the latter part of
the week. Miss Alcon of Stanford, KY,
the charming young daughter of Judge
Alcoin.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
The Joy of Gardening.
e Garden Magazine.

From The Garden Magazine.
The way to have more and better veg
etables for less work is to plan the gar
den In February instead of waiting until
May. Every one who fails to draw dia-
gram of his garden is likely to be swamp
ed by the spring rush. Without a plan
you are sure to plant too much of one
thing and not enough Of another. The
only possible objection to planning the
garden in winter is that 1t may seem
like work" The obvious reply is, Don't
make work of it. Enjoy It," If you have
never tasted the joys of planning, begin
now.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29

of Mr.. and Mrs. J. H. Baker learn that
they will leave today for Kymulga and
will make their home there in the flu
tIre.
Miss Ida Moody of Piedmont is the
guest of Miss Johnnie Harmon.
Miss Emily Goodlett spent Sunday
with her parents at Jacksonville.
Miss Emma Casey of Spring Garden
who has been visiting relatives in An
niston, has returned to her home. She
made quite a number of friends while
here.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
CLIO LITERARY SOCIETY.

The Clio Literary society of the High
school met at the usual time Friday af-
ternoon to elect officers for the ensuing
term The club has been very successful
this year and all of the members are sure
it will be the same in the future. The
following are the officers elected for this
term:
President-Niss Mildred Tynes.
Vice President-Mis Charlotte Graham.
Secretary-NIiss Eugenia Johnston.
Treasurer-Miss Margaret Weaver.
Membership Committee-Ch Miss
Helen futile; Miss Isabel Bidgood and
Miss Mary Cameron.
Executive Committee Chairman, Miss
Maud Rossun: Miss Sara Bruce.
Critic-A1iss Gertrude Huntington.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29

la Menken." The famous essayist spins
his personal recollections of the wonder
tul actress whose celebrity filled two
continents forty years ago, and Illus
t-ates his story with rare portraits and
autographs.
beginning with the newest portraits
of Pope Plus X and Henrik lbsen as
frontispieees, the Nationals illustra-
tions are timely and Of permanent value.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
STATE SOCIAL GOSSIP.

coneourse gathered to witness the happy
event.
Miss Lucy Taylor, the pretty and petite
daughter of the Hon. George Taylor has
returned from Montgomery where she re-
ceived a great deal Of attention during
her stay there
The Rev. C. X. Williams and family of
Camden, are visiting Mrs Williams faith
err. Mr. E. Rudisill
Miss Harrison, of Farmsdale, daughter
of Hon. w. II. Harrison is on a visit to
her brother, Mr.. Clint Harrison, one of
Demopolis' rising young attorneys.
very serious accident occurred at the
ferry on the Warrior river between De-
mopolis and Portland Tuesday afternoon.
Mr. s. S. Brasfeld of Portland, was re-
turning home with a wagon load of goods
and while attempting to drive out of the
fat boat the wagon backed into the
riYer and the goods were swept away by
the water. The team and wagon were
saved. No lives were lost
Mr.. Fl. W. Hayden, the representative
of the Southern Grocery Company, is off
on a few days trip interviewing the trade
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1905-01-29
7. Y. BOARDMAN
& co.
1eo5-1eo7 THIRD AVE.
BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA
The Largest Mail Order
House of the Kind in
the South.
THE BUYING OF
Carpets, Rugs,
Mattings, Lace Cur
tains, Draperies, Etc.
BY MAIL

Is easy and satisfactory here,
because of our perfect MAIL
ORDER SYSTEM. The GUS
toner's only trouble is sim
ply to write hisor her wants,
and the order is referred to
the mail order department in
charge of an expert. The
order is then promptly and
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ton guaranteed. We buy
our goods for SPOT CASH in
IMMENSE QUANTITIES, and
our buyer has had seventeen
years experience in some OF
the largest concerns in Amer
lea. These advantages en-
able. us to always
Save Our Customers Money
on the highest class of goods
in every department, and has
built up for us the largest
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entire state.
WRITE US YOUR WANTS
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The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-12-08

Our big basement salesroo has been transformed into
Santa Claus headquarters In past years COM
mendable displays but this seasons effort caps the Climax
Every little girl and boy should these payngs that have
been shipped to by old Kris Krnge direct from North
Pole He must have worked like trogan the past twelve
month for he before such useful beau
tful playthings He did not charge much for them
either and position sell them to little
friends at prices that very liberal.
For the boys have games soldier SETS seds skates
rocking horses mechanical and musical toys animals
Of payna that will deet and amaze them anu Bu
little girl will wander and down the aisle looking the
dolls with their lovely faces smiling and chubby
stretched every them anxiously watching you
the little MISS the mother Of the little girl who in
future to take of her.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-12-08
Glove Gifts

Our assortment was never more
complete than it is this season.
Hand coverings that have been
chosen with scrupulous care and
that are sure to please you in
quality and appearance. Though
your purse strings be loosened at
this time Of year, we exact only
our usual moderate prices.
Ladies' kid suede mocha and
dog skin gloves for street and
evening wear. Mems street and
dress gloves. Chi1dren's kid
gloves. A very select assort-
ment Of lined kid and mocha
gloves and mittens for ladies,
men and children. Cashmere and
golf gloves.
Our glove certificate allows
one to secure the desired At,
style and material, assuring sat
isfaction. A holiday remenl-
brance sure to please.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-12-08
Do Your Christmas Shopping Hel
The Ribbons
Wearables for Men

Men appreciate the little articles
inucn as
ary well stocked with oggery the lat
es Hundreds Of articles gifts
AL moderately priced. zzs 90
30 dozen packed in in pretty hoy. choice
collection of light or dark patterns; 10y 8.
<e"VA
and silk suspnders Presi
to Soc. - p .s
Mufers In the shapequares Dress Proces ini
tai mufers full
$500 to CSC. 80. - 80
clockg figures and stripes black
and colors Large assortment prices 75c Soc 35c Die
BACK and white satin uspender for embroidery work.
$3.50 and $40 3D. :@=, 20
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Hosiery Specials

.
It's the needful gifts that are
appreciated at Christmas time,
and surely there is nothing more
useful than fine hosiery. Our
stock is second to none in the
Twin Cities in variety Of assort-
ment, quality and style.
Ladies hosiery in silk, Isle,
fine cotton and cashmere, en-
broidered or plain. Ladies en-
broidered silk hose, a pair 81 80
$500 $3.50 $500 $3.50.
and 81, OO. Ladies plain silk
hose IN blacks, and colors at
$l.M $L5O $500 and
$3.50. Ladies embroidered
and fancy isles from 35cl to
SO fO. Ladies' plain isles from
Csc to 75c. Ladies fine cot
ton stockings at Csc 35c and
5Oc. Ladies' black cashmeres,
from CSC to 81. 90.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-12-08
WANT BEES CORRALLED
Citizens of Iowa Town Make Strange
Request of Congressman.

ELDORA, >1OWA.-Congressmen are appealed
to for all manner of services, but perhaps the
most unique request ever forwarded to con-
gresham a petition mailed from Defiance,
Iowa, to Congressman Walter I. Smith, asking
that something be done to prevent honey bees
from flying at large in the town Of Defiance.
The petition was signed by about 125 voters OF
the little town. r., :.
Congressman Smith replied to the petitioners
that very limited powers were vested in the
national government and that he was unable
to find any section Of the federal constitution
which would give him the power to prepare,
present or fight for such legislation as had been
suggested in the, petition. He closed his letter
by stating that in the event of finding any
clause in the constitution of the United States
this power first being exercised by prohibiting
househies from running at large in his back
yard. m
ADA, MINN.-The Eastern Star lodge elected
the following officers: Mrs. R. S. Matthews.
Farley. conductress Minnie Fulton, A. c.: Mrs
D. Fulton. secretary: Louis Hanson, W. p;
Gilbert Kitte1s on, treasurer.
LIE ROY. MINN.-William Bachelor, while
working in the tow mill at this place, had one
hand crushed between the rollers. Two fingers
had to be alnputa ted.-A series of eyangelistic
services ere begun in the First Presbyterian
church last evening, under the leadership Of Rev
Mr.. Mccormick of Owatonna. Mimi.
i Solemn warning is given by the curator Of
the Alhambra. in Spain. that the 70O:year-old
palace is falling to pieces The ancient home
of SDan's Moorish kings has withstood both
earthquakes and fire. The French soldiers blew
up eight of the towers and tried to level the
entire fabric. 1t is the great age OF the build
ing which is threatening it with destruction
now.
The Minneapolis journal. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1888-1939, 1905-12-08

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