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The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Announces Examinations to Be Held In
Birmingham.

The United States civil service commits
sion announces the following examina-
t,ons TO be held in Birmingham:
On October II. 1906. and succeeding days.
~ secure eligibles from which to make
certi6cation to fill vacancies as they may
occur in the position of scientific assistant
in the department of agriculture, at SAL
aries ranging from $40 to 1920 per
annum depending upon the qualifications
and experience of the appointees. Atten-
ton is invited to the fact that 1t Is es-
pecially desired to secure applications
for the major optional subjects-analyti-
cal chemistry methods for the detection
of food adulteration), plant pathology and
soil physics. Age limit, 20 years or over
on the date of examination.
On October 10, 1906 to secure eligibles
from which to make certification to fill
a vacancy in the position of general me-
chanic. at $500 per annum. in the Western
Navajo agency, Ariz., and vacancies as
they may occur in any branch of the
service requiring similar qualifications.
The appointee to the specific vacancy
mentioned must be a good stone mason,
carpenter and blacksmith. No educatio
test will be given, and it will not be
necessary for applicants to appear at any
place for examination.
On October 10, 1906, to secure eligibes
from which to make certification to fill
vacancies as they may occur in the posi-
ton of deputy shipping commissioner.
and clerk at points on the Pacific coast,
at salaries ranging from $3.50 to $500 per
annum Applications for this examination
will be accepted only from persons whose
legal residence is in states west of the
Mississippi river.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15

which at $3.50 o'clock Mr.. Bryan will
speak at the Bijou theatre. where there
will be no charge and no reserved seats
except on the stage and in the boxes
These seats will be reserved for the visit
ing democrats. Ladies will be expected at
both the luncheon and the public speak
ing. Those who desire to participate in
the luncheon at the Hillman hotel should
notify J. Asa Rountree, chairman of the
arrangement committee, No 316 Chalifoux
building, and should apply before We'd
nesday next, in order that seats may be
provided for. Arrangements have been
made for the luncheon at the Hillman at
81 a plate.
The arrangement committee adjourned
to meet again next Wednesday afternoon
at o'clock at the offices of John w.
Tomlnson, when final details will be per-
fected and the reception committee be
announced.
Chief Wier notified the chairman of the
arrangement committee last night that
a squadron of mounted police would head
the procession from the depot to the
hotel. Next will follow a splendid band
of music and then the carriages with Mr..
Bryan and other guests and the recep-
ton committee.
Among the other distinguished men who
will be present are: Gov. w. D. Jelks,
Gov. James X. Vardaman of Mississippi.
John Temple Graves Of Georgia and Con-
gresham Helm.
Last night at a mass meeting of the
labor unions, the following committee
was appointed to act with the general
arrangement committee: H. N. Randall,
t. H. Moore, Charles K. Hall, John Har-
rington, e. j. Hunnicut and T. j. Null
way.
After speaking at the theatre Mr.. Bryan
will go TO Gelder's hall, Fourth avenue
and Twentieth street and address labor
Meeting at p. m.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
ADJUSTMENTS.
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At the jefferson.

Now that "McFadden's Row of Flats"
has come and gone, the most skeptioal
theatre-goer can no longer doubt that the
season is in full swing. "The Flats APP
peared before an unusually latge house at
the Jefferson last night. The colored con-
tingent was so OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES
the white gallery gods were permitted to
come down and take rear seats on the
orchestra floor. Many saw 4 performance
from that part of the house f)l the i1rst
time. and all seemed to be impressed.
.The Flats" proved to be Cubs antially
the same. with one or two familiar face s
In the company and two new dwarfs to take
the roles of Alex and Geot5e. Sever al
pretty songs were sung and the 1uartette
sang well. Some peanle can't rest ehny
until they see 1.-THE Tlals'' each year and
all of them were present ast night.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15

Special invitations will be extended to
Secretary Taft, Secretary of the Interior
Hitchcock, Governor Folk of Missouri
Senator Tillman of South Carolina. sena
tor Morgan and Senator Pettus CT Ala
bama and the senators of the Il, ighborlng
states. Florida. Georgia. Mtssfisrpi and
Tennessee to be present at the eelebra-
tions during the Home Coming Week Co.
tober 15-20.
The invitations to Secretary TAT. and
Secretary Hitchcock will be made in per-
son by a committee composed OF J. q.
Thompson, John L. Parker and calenper
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
At the New GayetY.

The final performances of the present
bill at the New Gayety will be given this
afternoon and tonight Next week Mama
ger McArde has announced Robie's
Knickerbockers, which is said to be one
of the best burlesque attractions in tho
country.
II consists of three parts, the first and
last being burlesques and the other being
an oio of vaudeville stunts which are re-
puted to be of unusual merit. The COM
pany opens with a matinee Monday after
noon and performance Monday night.
The company has such a good reputation
that there has already been a large adj
vance sale for the opening performances.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
NEW SKATING AUDITORIUM.
Articles of Incorporation Filed Yester-
day-Flrm Changes Name.

Articles of incorporation were filed in
the probate clerks office yesterday by
the Southern Skating Auditorium COM
pany which proposes to maintain and
operate skating business and to trans
act other business connected with the
same A. A. Gambill r. d. Burnett, E.
II. Hickman and John ID. Elliott are the
incorporators. They propose to erect a
new auditorium on the corner of Seven
teenth street and Third avenue. The to-
tai auohtrized capital stock of the COM
pany is $4,000, but 1t will begin business
with only 5000 of this amount paid in.
The officers are the following: A. A. Gam
bill, president and treasurer; Z. H. Rick
man, vice president and r. d. Burnett,
secretary.
The proper papers were also filed with
the probate clerk yesterday recording a
meeting of the stockholders of the Cal
houn Jewelry company at which 1t was
voted to change the name of the firm to
the Burn Jewelry company.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
looming Thro, the Rye

The production of Coming Thro the
Rve.n at the Jefferson threatre next
Wednesday night. September ID, brings II
this city for the first Time enc of the con-
spicuous musical comedy successes ~ last
season All of the nar.is associated with
the making and The III wing Of this niece
carry CONJUNCTION OF It's attractive char
aoter. The book" was written by George
" Hobart Mr.. Hoolr. IS cre1ited w'th
having evolved a tlus oolnGiy, full 6f
bright lines and laughter--oompeing
scenes and incidents. The music WIS fur
nished by A. Baldwin s'cene. who has
contributed many delignlfnl compositions
to the stage Ia recent years.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15

The concluding performance OF Haverig's
Mlnstrels at the BlJou theatre will BIO
given this afternoon and tonight On the
whole, excellent business has been done
this week and the attendance has heen
large. Billy Beard and Billy Morris, the
principal end men, have made ma.g reo-
pie laugh with their wittieisms, and The
show seems to have given general sat.s-
faction. The first part might be improved
upon, but the olio Is first-class. Indica-
lions point to big crowds at the matinee
this afternoon and at the performances
tonight.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
At the Majestic.

Manager Parry of the Majestic theatre
announces a special reception to be tsn-
dered the children of Birmingham at mis-
play house this afternoon when a vaudt-
vile matinee will be given. At the con-
clusion of the performance the little folks
will be invited to come on the stare and
ride the ponies, those clever brute actors
who are contributing much TO the en-
ioyment of the bill for this week. The
Majestic has made a good start by Of
fering a programme of refined entertain-
ment to suit the most exacting taste.
Ladies and children are being especially
entered TO.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
TAFT WILL BE INVITED
TO HOME COMING WEEK

Exum. president of the Aabana state
Fair association. The committee will 80
to Washington some time IN he .ear
future to present the invitations. and It
is understood that Secretary Taft VII ac-
cept.
The invitation to the others meet'onsd
will be extended by Secretary Baoi IF the
Commercial club. who was instructed 10
write them at once.
Secretary Hitchcock is native Ala
bamian and it is believed that ne will he
glad to come and take part in the pro-
gramme.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
TWO WHITE MEN HAVE
A PRELIMINARY TRIAL
Bound Over to the Grand Jury On the
Charge of MansIaughter-out
on $500 Bond.

J. r. Duncan and B. Winston, charged
with the murder Of Osee Johnson, negro
at No. 7 mine, Pratt City, were given a
preliminary hearing yesterday before JUS
tice of the Peace G. M. Taylor of Pratt
City.
The defendants were hound over to the
grand jury on charge of manslaughttr.
Bonds were fixed in the sum of $500, which
were promptly made.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
SALOONS CLOSE MONDAY.
Police to See That the Law Is Strictly
Observed.

Mayor Ward addressed letter to Chief
wier yesterday directing him to enforce
the law with respect to saloons on cleo
fion day, Monday. September II. He
writes:
Birmingham, September IA.
w. e. Wier, Chief, City
Dear Sir-You are hereby instructed to
see that every saloon in the city of Bir-
mingham is closed and all business
stopped in them on election day. Monday,
September II.
This is the law Of the state of Alabama
and the city of Birmingham, and the po-
lice department Is the machinery upon
which devolves its enforcement. Very
truly GEORGE B. WARD,
Mayor.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
"Foxy Grandpa"

Foxy Grandpa" will be the attraction
at the Jefferson theatre Thursday, matinee
and night, September 20. Manager Douglas
has decided to make the matinee one es-
neeIally for ladies and children and an
nounces that the gust price will lie
50 cents. Children Will be admitted for
half that amount.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
Local Weather Data.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
REPORT FOR AUGUST
Large Sum Collected for Fines and
Much Stolen Property is
Recovered

Desk Sergeant Shirley's report of the
police department for the month of Au-
gust will be submitted to the police COM
mission at its next regular meeting on
Monday night.
Taa report states that 92S arrests were
made during the month. OF these seven
teen were bound over to the grand jury
The total amount of fines collected was
sS6S9. so, and stolen property valued at
$5l7,75 was recovered by the police.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
FOR SALE.

$12, 500-Beautiful South High
land home, 9 rooms, corner
lot, 75x150, one block of goth
street car line, choice neigh
borhood; $1,000 cash and bal
ance $1,000 per year at 6 per
cent until paid. Will rent
for $500 per month.
w. N. MALONE & CO.,
219 N. 21st st. Phones 1889.
9-152t
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
RAILROAD WORLD.

w. C, Thompson, chief dispatcher on the
Birmingham division of ito Southern rail-
way, is suffering from a nervous break
down. He is at the Hillman hospital and
i, will probably be some time before he
will be able to return To Ills work
Thursday afternoon Mr. Thompson COM
planned of feeling bad to ,verdl of the
operators in the office and said he thought
he would lie down for a while aid sleep.
1t required the attendance of physician
TO arouse him and he was later taken to
the hospital for medical attention.
For some five or six months Mr.. 1homp-
son has been under great nervous strain
on account of the heavy traffic on the
Birmingham division, and 1t is feal Ell that
this constant strain has told severely on
his system.
The Queen and Crescent route is prepar-
ing to get out large amount of adver-
Using for the Alabama Home Coming
week, which is October 1920. A. b. Free
man, travelling passenger agent, yester-
day forwarded to the general advertising
agent of the road quantity of literature
gotten out by the committee in charge Of
Home Coming week and also the Alabama
State Fair association.
This advertising will be distributed from
end to end of the Queen and Crescent
route, ana also extensively In Texas. 1t
is estimated that there are Owe 100000
native Alabamans in Texas, and 1t is be-
1ieved that many of them will avail them
selves of the opportunity to return home
for week.
S. z. Green has been appointed chief
clerk In the office of Division Freight
Agent McClesky of the Southern railway,
at Atlanta, effective September Is, to
succeed H. S. Kealhofer, who resigned
to act as manager of the Montgomery
freight bureau.
Mr. Green has been in the service of the
Southern railway for number of years,
starting in the local freight office of the
Southern at Birmingham in 1896. From
there he went to the office of the division
freight agent at Birmingham and subse-
quently was in the service of the same
road at Norfolk and Mobile In the local
agents office. From Mobile Mr.. Green
came to Atlanta and entered the office
of Colonel McClesky as rate clerk four
years ago and has filled this position con-
tinuously since that time.
Mr.. Green is an experienced, capabl,
railroad man and this promotion TO the
position of chief clerk in the division
freight agents office is certain to prove
most gratifying as well as interesting to
places where he Is so well and so favora-
bly, known.
Robert Martin, chief train dispatcher OF
the Frisco at Birmingham left yesterday
for Springfield, Mo- to attend confer
enee of chief dspatchers of the line.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
A way
to look Young.

No uncertainty; no long waiting for
results. Apply Hagan's Magnolia Balm
to your face and you'll have smooth,
girlish complexion. 1t is a delicately
perfumed liquid which puts youthful
beauty where signs of age begin to APP
pear. Clears the skin of freckles, pim-
pies, sallowness and other blemishes.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
"WonderIand."

What is termed Julian Mitchell's "Won-
derland'' is to be the attrAssiu.. at The
Jefferson theatre Friday and Saturday,
81 and e. with Saturday NATL
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15

No more boycott or black
list wanted in this district.
Vote for Felix e. Blackburn
SIN ct
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15

Tt is up to the people. If they
want the anti boycott law re-
tanned, vote for Felix E. Black
burn. s-lS-'
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
At the Rllou.

nee. Little Chip and Mary Maebie are
at the head of the company.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15
THE WEATHER.

Washington, September 14-Forecast for
Alabama and Mississippi: Fair Saturday
and Sunday; light variable winds.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15

Remember the anti-boycot-
tite, Felix e. Blackburn. Vote
for him. s-la-4t
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1906-09-15

Robert Martin, chief train dispatcher of
the Frisco at Birmingham, left yesterday
for Springfield, Mo, to attend a confer
enee of chief dispatchers of the iine
The Alaska prospector., 1906-03-22

For Sale. Bunk house cheap for cash if sold immediately. A money maker. Reason for sale sickness.
 ADAMS REALTY Co.
The Alaska prospector., 1906-03-22
w. C. StuII, Jeweler and ortcian

Adler has just received a large stock of Household Furnishings. Call and see them.
 New Goods on every boat for Kern's.
 Fresh Oysters for Wikidel on every boat.
 The Dora arrived Sunday morn- ing with 45 passengers for here. This is the first time for several months that Captain Moore has made landing here, and prepara- tiOns were made to have the band out to greet him, but the boat slipped in 50 quietly that there was no time to get the musicians to- gether. Neither the boat nor the crew appear to be any the worse for their involuntary trip around the Pacific.
 A Fairbanks crook who is noto- rious for his ability to put had pa per in circulation is here, but is be- ing kept under surveillance until he can leave town.
 The Excelsior passed Sitka yes terday afternoon.
The Alaska prospector., 1906-03-22
New Goods

New Goods received on the last Boats by the Valdez Bank & Mer- cantile Go. Inc. Fresh shipment of famous Chase & Sanborns Coffces and Teas. Big line of Mems Shoes. Fresh Butter. Eggs, Fruits and Vegetables
 Large Shipment of Hardware.
 Ladies' and Gentlemen's Hand kerchiefs. Neck Ties, Cuffs and complete stock of Gents Furnish ings.
 Folding Beds. Full line of Gold Seal Rubber goods, consisting of Hip Boots, Packs, Coats and Hats.
 Try the Canned Corn on the Cob it is good.
 Large shipment of Glassware and Queensware, consisting of Plain and Fancy Chamber Sets. Weltic Glassware Big assortment of Dinner Sets, consisting of Long Branch, Eclipse, White, Blue and Golden Elmira, and many other designs. Fancy decorated Earthen Tea Pots Imported.
 Big assortment Carving Sets, Glasses and Plumbers of all kinds All solid Brass Cuspidores, Our Stock of Spring Dry Goods and Notions is still arriving aud is the largest and most complete ever shown in Valdez. On the next Boat we will receive a large and up to date stock of Mems spring cloth- ing. Mems Gloves. Stetsons and other brands of Hats.
 Bov's Butcher Shoes and Boots.
 Beads for fancy work.
The Alaska prospector., 1906-03-22
5c, 1Oc and 15c

Parker Bunk House on Keystone avenue. Bunk, stove and wood, all comforts, 25 cents per day.
 Have you seen the swell line of Petticoats at the Ladies' Bazaar?
 Bob Coles leaves to-day for Dry Creek. He will return in about q week.
 Go to Mrs. Lane for Ladies Silk Underwear and Kimonas. Over Swans wall paper store.
 Send message of remembrance to your friends in the States on one of P. s. Hunts souvenir post cards.
 F. NJ. Brown went to the States on the Santa Clara on business trip.
 Always On Hand-A big supply of Beef, Mutton. Pork, and Poultry. Fresh stock on every boat. Nal!ez Market. Phone 29.
 We have some of the best Lard thpt has ever been offered for sale in Alaska, It is called the Wila Rose, and is put up in 5 and ) lb. tins only. The price is 45c and '75c can. Valdez Market, Phone ;29.
 Sweet Potatoes and Timothy Seed. also all kinds of Garden Seeds just received at Levy's.
 Everything for the Spring Trade at the Ladies' Bazaar. R. J. MeChcsney, of the Fair banks News. arrived Monday and left yesterday morning for Fair banks. He was accompanied /. F. Hickman and Vim. J. Raymond, experienced newspaper men from Seattle, and George Chapman, an artist and half tone man. He is taking in half tone outfit so as to be able to furnish his own illustra- tions for the News.
 Adams Realty Co. will make your MONTHLY COLLECTIONS.
 Mrs. B. c. Swafford arrived on Farailon with two COWS, which sine is taking to Cleary creek to furnish milk for her roadhouse there. For The Trail--Always Cooked, Bologna, Frankiurters or Vienna Sausage, Blood Sausage and Liver wurst. Get them at the Valdez Market. Phone 29.
 Give us chance to collect that old note before it is ou;la awed-any- where in the U. $. ADAMS REALTY co.
 Fresh Halibut at the Valdez Market. Phone %.
 You can buy a stylish, well put up shoe in Box Calf or Vici Kid for S4 at Levy's They carry a large assortment of them and will be glad to show them.
The Alaska prospector., 1906-03-22

First publication Jan. IS, l906. Last publication April ly, 1906.
The Alaska prospector., 1906-03-22
Something To Read All
 The Time 50 Gents A Month Pr0SpectOr Library
Notice of Forfeiture.

To Richard Kicf, his Successors or Assigns; You are hereby notified that the undersigned have expended one hundred (SiO0o0) dollars in labor and improvements Oh each of the follow ing lode mining claims, to-wit: The Iron Duke lode mining claim, the Exchange lode mining claim and the Lilly lode mining claim in order t0 hold said mining claims under the proyis- ions of section 2:2i of the Revised Statutes of the United states, being the required amount to hold said mining claims for the year ending December 3l, 1905. And if within ninety (90) days from the service of this notice, or the com pleted publication thereof, you fail or refuse to contribute your proportion of said expenditure as co-owncr, your interest in said mining claims will become the property of the said un- dersigned under and pursuant of said Section 232i of the Revised Statutes of the United States Dated ut Valdez, Alaska, this 10th day of Jan uary, 1906.
 W. A. RYSTROM.
 W. 4. DOLAN.
 J. w. LITTLE. First publication Jan. IS, l906. Last publication April 19, 1906.
The Alaska prospector., 1906-03-22
Location Notices Are EApen-
 Siye Al Fairbanks

Better get supply before you start for there. The PnospNcroR Printshop has all kinds. Power Of Attorney, Quit Claim Deeds also in stock
The Alaska prospector., 1906-03-22
Notice.

I, the undersigned, agent for K. NJ. Burk's int .rcst iu the Mn0n~hinc. iron Duke. and Lille claims an'. owner pl ", interest in the l.I".argc claim, all oi which are Nituated on eogtu >!'ir ni Ltndlnck hay sni recorded in the Prince William snunI mining distrjc,. Ii 70 here by notify al concerned tEat will not be rc pufisihi- for any labor performed on any oi the above claims kIC.i .Ep kEIF.
The Alaska prospector., 1906-03-22
Dissolution Of Partnership.

%o,'e i, hereby given tn:.t transferred I'll Ia! iHjcfCs; Ii! the partnership u0dcr the aiinc of Black .ll te frazrr. operating thc Northern ai.on. Dn Net. |. I.,1j. to Ms: Rose Norris, wEo .s>uInes all indebtedness and will pay all oils 1 have no further connection with said business AIExs%I,1 FRAZE.
The Alaska prospector., 1906-03-22
Notice.

The City will pay for coal sacks in good condition and dry, if de- livered at the Fire Hall in bundles of 25. See H. Suessdorf, chairman.
The Alaska prospector., 1906-03-22

New and Fresh Stock arriving on every boat for the Ladies' Ba- Zaar.
 On the last boat we received a large shipment of Oranges, Apples, Bananas, Celery, Cabbage and Spuds. Valdez Market. Phone 29.
 LIST YOUR PROPERTY for sale or rent with the Adams Realty Co.
 The Farallon arrived Monday with 5 passengers, 17 head of stock and about 100 tons of freight for this place. Most of the passengers were for the Tanana.
 Balzac's complete works at the Prospector Circulating Library soc a month. Subscribe for the PRosPECToR to be sent to Chisna, Slate Creek, Nizina, or the copper country this summer.
 Heinz's Sauer Kraut, 3 pounds for 25c.-City Market. <
 Reports from Seattle state that the Oregon has a full load of pas sengers for the next trip to Val dez.
 For Sale.
 Bunk house cheap for cash if sold immediately. A money maker.