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The San Francisco call., 1906-08-21

FARE ISLAND, Aug. 2O.-The fu-
IN N ture of Lieutenant Edward II.
lN Dunn is now in the hands
the general court martial, be-
fore which he was tried for scandalous
conduct on board the United States re-
ceiving ship independence with Marion
Churchill, a woman of the redlight
world. Dunn's defense was presented to-
day, and with quavering lips and tear
dimmed eyes the accused made manifest
the agony Of despair. The defense
sought TO prove. though aiming to es-
tsblish unsoUndness of mind. that
Dunn was a drunkard, a victim Of
chronic alcoholism, or nearing that
dread goal OF debauchery.
DUNN BLACKENED FAMILY.
Searching in frenzy for something,
anything TO save himself from the full
ness of disgrace, the young officer hur-
riedly summoned one Of thes States
leading alienists, DR.. Elmer E. Stone
of Napa, and asked that an examination
into his mental condition be made Be-
lieving in the words of Scripture that
the sins Of the parents are visited
upon the children. even unto the third
generation" Lieutenant Dunn spared
none OF those related TO him by blood
and confessed that alcohol had been
the curse Of his family.
Then he told the physician Of his
own craving for liquor; Of the great
quantity he had consumed and of it's
effect upon him, and his trembling
hands, flushed cheeks and reddened
eyes stood sponsor for his veracity.
When the examination was concluded
the most DR.. Stone could say was that
II he was not already q victim of
chronic alcoholism he was drifting
rapidly toward it.
DIR. STONE TESTIFIES.
The Introduction Of Dr. Stone came at
the opening of the afternoon session.
Attorney Ryan asked that, in further
ance of justice and in order that the
court might not be led into condemning
a man mentally irresponsible for his
acts. permission be granted DR.. Stone
TO examine into the mental condition
Of the accused. The court readily
granted the request and while it's
members, from lieutenant to rear ad-
miral, waited impatiently. the exam
tnation Of Dunn was held.
It was after 3 o'clock when DR..
Stone announced that he was ready to
report He was sworn. and in answer
to questions put by Attorney Ryan
said;
1T is difficult for me at this time to
give positive opinion as to Lieuten-
The San Francisco call., 1906-08-21
NO MONEY COMES EASIER

lNO lYlNtlNLl SOIflLo
than interest money when once you
have made the start. 1t does not
require a large amount to begin
with. The Metropolis pays sos
per cent interest on Savings ac-
counts of One Dollar or more; 2
per cent on Checking accounts.
There are no vacation periods with
mterest-it keeps right on working
for you days, nights, Sundays and
holidays. Better begin tomorrow.
Deposit whatever you can spare,
add to it whenever possible and in
time your success is assured. Your
account is welcome, large or small.
Open every evening.
DIRECTORS: A A Watkins, Clar-
ence Grange, John NJ. Keith. A. D. Gut
Ter, Geo. @. Boardman. James B. Stet-
son. Edw. Coleman, Chas. Hagmaier,
Gavin McNab, NJ. s. Koshland, F. r.
IOOhs
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LIGHTNING STRIKES HEGEwIsoH.-chi

cago, Aug. 20.--Three hundred worshipers at
the Hegewisch Swedish Lutheran Church, One
avenue, were thrown into panic yesterday by
a bolt of lightning which set fire TO the build
ing. Axel Anderson and Miss Anna Olson were
thrown to the floor and rendered unconscious,
but were later revived.
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and two OF his ribs on the right side were
broken The animals were frightened by a
passing train and overturned the truck, throw
Ing Gwinn to the pavement. He was treated
at the Receiving Hospital
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Rudolph Bsrth. matchmaker and jeweler, will
,e located at 1921 Fillmore St., near Sutter.
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Officers Ask Inquiry Into
Marion ChurchilTs Charges

R0USED by the charges Of Marion Churchill in whose
IN company Lieutenant Edward H. Dunn wrought his
own undOng the wardrOom officers Of the independence at
Mare Island have demanded sweeping investigation They
will be accommodated,
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BEAUTIFUL
PACIFIC GROVE BY THE SEA

The California Chautauqua. Music fun.
pleasure. Something doing every day. Won
derfui submarine gardens. sass-boteom boats.
excursions bathing pavilion; magnificent scenery
and drives. Hotels. cottages and living at
moderate prices Address Paeinc Grove hoard
OF Trade
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ant Dunn's mental condition, but in
view of his family history, which, If
what Lieutenant Dunn says is true is
bad from the standpoint of liquor in
dulgence, and in view of the testimony
Of Lieutenant Dodd and Mate Murphy.
1T is my opinion that facts cited by
them tend to show mental trouble due
to the long and excessive use of alco-
hol. True, Lieutenant Dunn may be
Stimulating. but the fact stands that If
what he has said of his family and
himself be true he is either now within
the grasp of or is drifting toward
chronic ALCOHOLISM
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THINKS HE is PROSECUTED.

Gould that condition be corrected
by proper course of treatment %
asked Attorney Ryan.
Il cannot say" answered DR.. Stone
That depends upon the extent of the
injury already done his nervous sys-
tenn and body in general by his long
Indulgence in liquor One peculiar
condition I find connected with his
case is his theory that he is being
prosecuted; theory he has harbored
many months, even before he was sus-
pected OF misconduct"
Are you sure" Interrupted Attor-
ney Ryan significantly, that his theory
that he is being prosecuted is not a
reasonable opinion instead of an hallu-
cinatfon?"
Il am not" answered DR.. Stone, evil
IDENTIFY not catching the yelled thrust
aimed at Dunn's brother officers by
the attorney 'One thing / am GER
tain Of, however" continued the physi-
clan complacently, and that is that
indulgence In liquor has seriously i'm
paired his mental faculties 1 doubt
even that he appreciates his present
position, but could not give a posi-
tive opinion without extended examina-
ton and observation"
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DR.. Pierce's FayOrite Prescription,

DIR. PrERcE,s REMEDIES.
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ITALIAN STATESMAN

Foreign Minister Tltonf.
Trescore as the guest OF
forta- was taken zarionsIv
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uL.--Rome. Aug. 20.
while visiting Castel
Deputy Suardl Clam
~ tndaS.
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HAS LAPsEs OF MEMORY.

B. ]. Hanlon, a machinist on the IN
dependence, was the first witness Of
the day. He said he met Dunn at least
once day since April and testified
that in his opinion the accused lieu
tenant was mentally queer.
In answer to question of Judge Ad-
vocate Cults, Hanlon admitted, how
ever, that mention OF liquor in con-
nection with Dunn's queer conduct
was made. The effect of the first tes-
timony thus overcome, the Judge advo-
cate had no further questions and Han
Ion was dismissed.
Lieutenant E. H Dodd, U. S. N, tes-
tified that he noted the fact that Lieu
tenant Dunn did not seem to have as
good a grip on his duties as other of,
hcers. Dunn, he said, was affected
with lapses OF memory; that an order
Issued by him today would be repeated
tomorrow, and. at times, even again
This, the witness hazarded the opin-
ion, might have been due to indui-
gence in liquor, though he did not be-
lieve it was always So
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.GUACALIENTE
SPRINGS

Send your family to the nearest Hot sulphur
Springs 20 San Francisco. First-class accomuno-
dationsL Special rates to families; staging
four trains daily fare round trip, $1.65 Tiburon
Ferry or Oakland; two hours ride. Address
THEoDoR RICHARDS. Aqua calissts springs.
Sonoma County, Cal
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TERRACE GROVE


DIR. c. C. osDoNNELL,s RANCE.
At pretty Glen Ellen. Seventy furnlshed ana
partially furnished cottages. cabins tents ana
Quilts to rent. from $40 up. Catholic and Con-
gregationaf churches; mineral sprfn<s. nshlnx.
bathing. Climate unsurpassed Apply to DR.
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KLAMATH HOT SPRINGS

Those wishing to get away from All thcuzhts
Of their terrible experiences can nnd this the best
place In the State. Send for booklet EDISON
BROS. Beswfck. Cal
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Independence League was
born last night in this city. In
cidents attending the birth do
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OFFICER CALLED 4DoTTY.v

Chief Yoeman William H Richmond.
Z. S. n. of the independence, said:
Lieutenant Dunn impressed me and
others that he didn't know what he
was doing. / didn't always attribute
his conduct to indulgence in LIQUOR as
this condition was continuously no.
ticeable. 1 have heard the men call
Mr.. Dunn 'dotty'--a word equivalent
to bugs, 'nutty' and other things"
Mate John Murphy, attached to the
independence, said there never was a
time since Dunn went to the ship that
he would trust his life with him; he
considered him Irresponsible, with
out memory and mentally unsound.
ARGUMENTS CONCLUDED.
This closed the case of the defense.
and then the judge advocate, to set at
rest the theory that Dunn did not
krow what he was doing when he took
Marion Churchill on board the ship,
called S. Payoda, mess attendant
Payoda testified that on July Is, after
Captain Harbor returned to his ship.
Lieutenant Dunn called him to his
room and asked him not to tell the
captain that there was a woman on
board. and later called him again and
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JOHANNESBURG.

Now open. Beautifully situated among ths red
woods. Boating and bathing. Stage meets guests
ut Oakvrle. NApa County. Rates reasonable
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Naval Men Desire to
Have the Truth
Brought Out.
REQUEST MADE
At 4 MEETING

vi :.: :=:: ! !: a:' 81: IL:
moored fshtino sb;os 81 NFaS.
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The COLONIAL

First-class family hotel Foothills OF santa
,ruz Mountains. Interurban cars pass the doors-
J. p. to San Joss and intsrurban cars or 3. p.
lirect to Los Gatoa- Address Ths Colonial. Los
5atos. Cal
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-11-03
FISH AND OYSTERS
 MORE ABUNDANT
THE MARKET WELL SUPPLIED AT RESENT-BUTTER AND EGGS UNCHANGED IN PRlCE-COLO STORAGE EGGS DULL.

The retail market has been well SUD- piled with fresh fish and oysters through out the week. Local dealers state that weather conditions along the coast have been favorable and the daily shipments of bivalves received have been of fine. well favored quality. Sales are reported to have been especially large. Oysters will retail today at 75 cents per 100.
 Sales of fish are also said to have been large, although prices are somewhat ad- vanced. Perch, Broam and other like va rieties, are selling at l5 cents per pound ; fresh mackerel and the like at 20 cents while the higher priced varieties, such as ponlpano, are quoted at 40 cents per pound. An advance of about b per cent is reported in prices.
 Eggs, chickens and butter are quoted at about the same prices this week as last Butter is selling at D cents per pound; eggs at 30 cents per dozen, and chickens at 30 to 60 cents each, accord ing to size No live turkeys have been received The cold storage stock is on the market, but is in very little demand.
 Celery, lettuce and greens of several varieties are practically the only fresh vegetables on the market.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-11-03
NOW LEFT TO THE
 CHURCH SESSIONS
UNITED PRESBYTERIAN SYNOD ADJOURNED YESTERDAY MORN ING WITHOUT REPLYING TO CUMBERLAND DEMANDS.

Without taking any action in references 10 the Cumberland Presbyterian church the synod of the Presbyterian church in the United States of America adjourned yesterday morning at Il o'clock and the ministers left on the evening trains.
 No other tribunal of either church will meet until late in the spring, the diffl- cultles resulting from the split of last Tuesday being thrown entirely upon the shoulders of the sessions of the various congregations Many. 1t is said. will be the suits for possession of church prop erty which will follow. The sense of the synod is to let matters take their course, and be ready to meet the conditions at the end of next year.
 The three days of the first session were crowded with action and addresses of the greatest interest and importance. After an attempted meeting of all the delegates of the former Cumberland church, in which the unionists and anti unionists were unable to agree, when the crucial hour In the history of the body arrived, an abrupt split resulted, and a part of the church still clung to the old Cumberland name and confession of faith, while the others stood up. they say, to the action of their general as- semby. Separating and holding their ses- sions in different buildings, both synods took up their work in good spirits and a volume of business was completed
 The United synod entertained a num- Der of prominent southern visitors who addressed the body on subjects with which they were familiar. Many valuable suggestions were thrown out Reports of all committees showed the various de- partments of the church in better condl- ton than ever before. Huntsville was chosen as the next meeting place in Oc- tober of 1907.
 demand made upon the Rev. W. B. Witherspoon, past Cumberland stated clerk, but now moderator of the United synod, for money, books and property of the Cumberlands was the action of most decided importance taken by the 'loyalists." Their committee reports were carefully prepared and the addresses were regarded as uplifting and inspiring They adjourned Thursday to meet next in Gaylesville on the third Thursday in next October.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-11-03
COLLEGE DEDICATION
 PROGRAMME READY
Prominent Presbyterians From All Over the South Will Take Part
 In Synodica Exercises.

Anniston, November 2.-(Special 1.-The programme for the dedication of the Ala bama Presbyterian college for men, was completed today, when the only doubtful man on the list of speakers signified his acceptance of the invitation to partici- pate in the dedication ceremonies, which will be carried out by some of the lead ing opponents of education in the south.
 The entire synod of the Presbyterian church in Alabama will be in attend ance at the dedication the synodieal mem- bers coming here in body from Talla- dega, immediately after their adjourn ment on Thursday morning, November 15. at 7:S0 o'clock. proceeding from the local station to the college. where they will spend the entire day considering the interests of Christian education, dinner will he served the speakers and mem bers of the synod at the college dining hall, and besides the oratorical pro- gramme, several musical selections will be rendered between the speeches, thus giv ing a variety to the exercises. The list of speakers is as follows; Address of wei come, Sydney J. Bowie: the Presbyterian college and the Presbyterian ministry, Rev. W. T. Hall, D. D., Columbia. s. C.; the chief end of the church school. Rev. R. A. Webb. D. D., Clarksvile, Tenn; the Presbyterian college and home mis- sions, Rev. F. D. McDougall, Florence, Ala; our Orphans Home, Rev. r. R. Webb D. D.. Talladega, Ala; our daugh- tcrs-where and how should they be edu- cated? Rev. T. P Walton, Talladega, Ala: the Presbyterian High school, Selma, Ala, Rev A. 4. Little, D. D.. Selma. Ala; the greetings of Presbyterian college Of South Carolina. Rev. William G. Nevill D. D., of Clinton. & c. The prayer of ded- ication.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-11-03
CHILDREN ENJOY
 SPECIAL MATINEE
MAJESTIC THEATRE MANAGE MENT INVITED ORPHANS, BOYS FROM INDUSTRIAL HOME AND INMATES OF MERCY HOME.

About 26o chldren-orphans and inmates of charitable institutions in Birmingham were the guests yesterday afternoon of the management of the Majestic theatre at a special matinee. A perfect sea of young faces greeted the performers in the vaudeville bill and added inspiration to their efforts, making the matinee one of tho most enthusiastic and best of the week.
 Seats on the first and second floors were reserved for the guests of the theatre. They filled about one-half of the lower floor and a portion of the second. The children were very enthusiastic during the entire performance, and especially while Carlisle's dog and pony circus was in progress. They greatly enjoyed this act in particular, and several of them asked Talking Tom." the educated pony, ques- tions. which the little animal answered by his hoof or with his head.
 "Talking Tom" was brought down into the audience for the children to pet and one little fellow was given a ride, which made him the hero of the occasion. The children were permitted to pet the pony and to talk to him, as he is perfectly gentle and can he handled by any one.
 There were about 20 boys from the Boys industrial school at East Lake. 80 from the Orphans home al East Lake and some 60 from the Mercy Home.
 Manager Stevenson was thanked after the performance by the persons in charge of each of the three organizations. They stated that the trip to the theatre was certainly q treat to the little ones, and that en behalf of he children they wished to express their appreciation, They said further that the children would long re- member the occasion.
 The management expects To give similar matinees for the children several times during the season.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-11-03
BOWMAN REPLIES
 TO STILES LETTER
HE RElTERATES IN SUBSTANCE
 WHAT HE SAID IN PREVIOUS
 COMMUNICATION H. JONES
 MAKES SWORN STATEMENT.
To the Editor of The Age-Herald.

To the Editor of The Age-Herald.
 In your paper of the 2d inst, two cards were published, one signed by J. P. Stiles and the other by F. P. O'Brien, which purpost to be an answer to certain charges which I have heretofore preferred through the columns of your paper against the said ]. ?. Stiles.
 I again charge that just before the primary election in August last, in which primary J. P. Stiles was a candidate for the office of sheriff in Jefferson county; that the said Stiles. on a Sunday after noon, went into a place on the southside in the city of Birmingham where men were playing cards, and that the said Stiles invited said men, and others who were in said place. to drink intoxicating liquors at his expense; that said men did drink intoxicating liquors at the invita- tion of said Stiles, and that said Stiles paid for the same on that occasion.
 Does Judge Stiles deny this charge? IT he does then I stand ready with sworn proof to show to the people of this com munity that he is guilty. l appeal to Judge Stiles to deny of plead guilty Judge don't dodge or equivocate.
 l charge that at the time the said Stiles bought and paid for the intoxicating liquors which were dispensed to the cleo tors of Jefferson county, as set out in the foregoing charge. that F. P O'Brien was not present. and could not possibly have known what took place.
 Appended hereto will be found the af- fidavit of MT. w. H. Jones of this city, which speaks for itself.
 P. G. BOWMAN.
 Birmingham, November ?, 1906.
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RECORD OF THE COURTS.


 A sigh of relief went out from all con- cerned when Judge Coleman said. Retire gentlemen, and find your verdict" The 1ong-drawn out case which has occupied the time of the circuit court for seven- teen days came to a close yesterday after noon. The testimony was all in on Thurs day. when the defendant asked that the court deliver it's charge in writing. Judge Coleman prepared his charge yesterday and read it to the jury late in the after noon. The charge consisted of nearly thirty pages of close typewritten matter and was bristling with law concerning the whole situation. The law of employ CT and employe, of negligence and con- tributory negligence of the duties and obligations of miners and operators was fully discussed and listened to by the jury with marked attention.
 Circuit Court.
 w. R. Sells, administrator, vs. Alabama Steel and Wire company; case went to the jury late yesterday afternoon.
 Today motions will be heard and de- faults taken.
 City Court-First Division.
 Business closed in the first division O. the city court yesterday when the case of Porter Landrum, pro ami vs. Birming- ham Railway, Light and Power company was given to the jury at 4:3O. The other jury had been discharged early in the day In the second division of the city court yesterday Judge Ferguson rendered a de- cree overruling demurrer to bill of com plaint in the case of c. B. Sullivan vs Central Land company.
 New Suits Filed
 The following new suits were filed in the city court yesterday:
 Addie Nelson vs. Birmingham Railway Light and Power company. Plaintiff claims sl0,0OO damages for personal in- jurles alleged to have been sustained by being struck by ladder which the ser wants or agents of the defendant allowed to fall upon her while she was in a store No. 406 s. Twentieth street.
 Moselle Clark sues the Birmingham $5000 damages for personal injuries al- legged to have been received by being thrown against the side of the car when suddenly started
 Chancery Court.
 In the chancery court yesterday the following decrees were rendered.
 Cora Eyes vs. Fillmore Bennett ct al.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-11-03
Gloves! Vnderwear! Neckwear!

Decree ordering sale Of land to satisfy mortgage.
 The following cases were dismissed
 Esther Faucett vs. James Faucett
 Sarah Grady vs. Handsome Grady.
 Fannie Courtland vs. Doe Courtland.
 William Richardson cs. Marie Richard son.
 Chancellor Benners was engaged all the afternoon hearing a rule nisi in the case of F. Barranco vs. Black x Laird The petitioner seeks to enjoln the defendants, who are contractors, from blasting and using explosives in the vicinity of her residence
 B. H. Hudson, as guardian filed bill against Claud McKessom ct al, asking permission to sell certain real estate for the support of minors.
 Criminal Court.
 In the first division of the criminal court yesterday all cases were passed except Crilly Turner, in which case the jury had not returned a verdict when court adjourned.
 Today sentences will be passed on all defendants convicted during the week. In addition the following prisoners will be arraigned in the first division of the crim- inal court this morning.
 Hayes Lee, John Andrews, R. Caravella, Andrew Tedeski. Ephraim Williams. Harry Haynes, Oscar Aldrich Robert Foster Strother, Tanner Hines Joe Me Gee, A. J. Sorrell, charges of mur- der in the first degree. Ali Jefferson will be arraigned on charge of robbery, and John Farmer and Will Curtis on charges of criminal assault.
 Federal Court.
 In the federal court yesterday Isaac Newman was convicted of breaking into building used as a postoffice in Fayette county and was committed to jail 10 await sentence
 H. D. Fowler, charged with presenting a false clai mfor pension, was convicted and committed 10 jail, awaiting sentence. Columbus Weldon and J. D. Phillips are Jointly charged with illicit distilling. Their case went to the jury late in the afternoon.
 The new jury subpenoed to serve next week will attend court on Thursday morning, November 8. at 10 o'clock.
 The sale of the Lookout Mountain Iron company's property is set for Monday, November 5, In front of the federal build ing between the hours of Il a. m. and D. m. ~
The Birmingham age-herald., 1906-11-03
NEW YORK POLITICS
 HOTTEST ON RECORD
J. B. HARRINGTON SAYS THERE IS A SPELLBlNDER ON EVERY COR NER OF BROADWAY TRYING TO PERSUADE THE VOTERS.

John E. Darlington, who has just re- turned home from an eastern trip, says that politics in New York are hotter now than they have ever been since he has been going to that city. In talking about the matter yesterday he said that there was d political spell-binder standing on every corner on Broadway, block after block, one talking for Hearst and the next man telling the republicans to stay in line and help defeat Hearst.
 Both candidates are working for all they are worth, according to Mr. Darlington, and bringing every political influence pos sible to bear to capture the voters. Hughes Is making a great race and Hearst a whirlwlnd finish. but Mr. Darlington says 1t is impossible to predict with any certainty which of the two will come out d winner