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The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
DRAMATIC SCENES
 IN BOISE TRIAL
CLARENCE nARRoW PUTS HARRY ORCHARD ON A GRlDIRoN IN HIS SEVERE cRoss-ExAMlNA- TON.

Boise, Idaho, December 14-Dramat:c trial of George A. Pettibone for com plicity in the murder of former Governor Steunenberg. Clarence s. Darrow, chief counsel for the defense, closed his cross examination of Harry Orchard before the adjournment this afternoon by picturing each of the crimes to which the witness had confessed in its most hdeous light, and after each he asked: You did that did you not?"
 Orchard, with face downcast and mis- cry written in every feature, to each question answered: "Yes sir; I did"
 You never met man in a fair fight, did you?' asked MT. Darrow, but the court sustained the states objection to the queg>lon.
 Throughout the cross-examination Dar- row referred to the testimony at the Haywood trial and endeayored to show contradictory statements, but Orchard held his own in each instance. Once Darrow was forced to admit that he was mistaken in regard to the former testimony of the witness. Darrow touched very lightly on the incidents leading up to Orchards confession, merely showing that Detective Mcfarland had told him the Bible story of St. Paul and King David who had been murderers, and Kelly the Bum." of the Molly Maguires who was given his liberty because he gave evidence for the state.
 The story of Orchards conversion and religious profession was not brought out either by the state or defense. The only intimatlon of 1t was when Darrow asked the witness if Mcfarland had not told him that St, Paul and David, after committing murder, had become men of power Tor good.
 He told me they had been forgiven" |" answered Orchard simply.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Divorce Granted,

New York, December 14.-(Special.)- Mrs Marie Chase, a beautiful Ameri- can, daughter of a Mississippi planter, was granted divorce from her hus- band, former Lieutenant Cleophas Chase of the French army, by Judge Bischoff, sitting in the supreme court yesterday. on motion Judge Robinson. number 99 Nassau street, the plaintiff s attorney. Mrs. Chasse met her husband in 1897 and married him after a short courtship, the ceremony being per formed in New Rochelle The com plainant cites misconduct in 1905.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
TELEeRAPHERs' UNION SUED.
Plaintiffs Say Organization Is Bank
 rupt and Allege Wrongdoing.

Kansas City, December 14.-F. w. Ecker, W. J. Mckenzie and 10 others filed suit in Independence today against Local Union No. 23 of the Commercial Tele- graphers Union of America and the vari- ous officers of that organization.
 The plaintiffs say that with many others they strucy last summer and that various sums of money were advanced to them to help their members at such times, but that they were not permitted to give sim pie receipts for the money but were com pelled to sign promissory notes. and that suit is now about to be brought on the notes to enforce collection.
 The plaintiffs say the organization is now bankrupt and charge misuse of funds
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Witty Lord Longford.
From the London Tit-Bits.

From the London Tit-Bits.
 One of the wittiest of our peers is Lord Longford. and he has also earned the reputation of being one of the worst dressed in spite of the fact that for 20 years he has been in the Second Life guards.
 The story goes that friend once met him in Ireland garbed in a pair of con- tinuations which were not on speaking terms with his boots and chaffed him mercilessly about the lucid interval' that occurred between them. But Tommy" as Lord Longford is known to his intimates. in nowise disconcered, blandly explained that 1t was really matter of high politics.
 You see, my dear fellow, the brooches were made by a tailor who is rampant Orangeman. while the books are the achievement of Fenian cobbler, so how can you/ expect 'em to meet?"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Dainty Accessories.

In fact the very daintest that be suggested There are world of other attractions at these counters but which should appeal deeply catch your interest with stronger pull
 Ladies' Neckwear in the form of Silk Crepe de Chine and Lace Stocks. They k0n sold one in box, at .OOV
 Collar and Cuff Sets-The loveest of creations in Applique Lace, both and white; c 6n prices from $350 to .....-.-..-..-....-.V VsOO
 Ladies' Scarfs-Those very beautiful clinging, flmy knd made of silk and Crepe de Chine; they Persans Dolly Vardens Stripes and "a 60 plain; prices from $100 to V.OO
 Ladies' Vests for Coat Suits, made of mn pure white linen pique price, each
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Mauretania Begins Trip.

Liverpool, December 14.-The Cunard line steamer Mauretania, which went aground last night in the Mersey, but which was floated early today uninjured, did not leave port until S:15 this even ing. The delay was caused by the mails. of which she took on 40GO sacks. great crowd assembled to see the steamer off. Among the cabin passengers are White law Reid, the American ambassador and Mrs. Reid and Lord Strathcona
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
HUNTER ACCIDENTALLY KILLED.
Gun Strikes Log and Entire Load Enters Ira Nichols Head.

Greenville, December 14-(Special.)- J. While out hunting yesterday near Hon. oraville, Ira Nichols was killed by the accidental discharge of his gun. MT. Nichols and a companion named Turner had stopped for a rest and the former sat his gun down by a log. In some way the hammer struck the log and the gun went off, emptying the entire load in his head. Death resulted almost in- stantly. The dead man married early this year in Texas.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
MistriaI In Sunday Law Case.

Chicago, December 14.-After being out for little more than 24 hours the jury in the trial of Thomas Chamales, tried for violation of the Sunday closing law, disagreed. The final vote stood four for conviction and eight for acquittal. The case was the first brought under the new Sunday closing movement and was bitter lY contested.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Secretary Shaw In Wreck.

Roanoke, Va. December 1-Norfolk and Western westbound passenger train No. fl narrowly escaped being wrecked early today in deep cut near Roanoke. The engineer saw an obstruction on the track and succeeded in stopping his train only after the engine had struck mass of dirt and stone that had rolled onto the tracks during the night. Leslie M Shaw, former Secretary of the Treasury, was on the train. The tracks were block ed for about eight hours.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Neoro Bov Hanoed In Fun.

Memphis, December M-(Special.)- p.Playing hanging Is declared to be re- sponsible for the death of Willie Cor don, 1s-year-old negro, at s14 Lauderdale street. Willie Harris and Willie John son are under arrest under charge of in voluntary manslaughter. The two pris- oners put rope under Gordons arms to draw him up in mock execution. h some way the rope slipped and Gordon s neck was broken. All the boys are ne- nrnea
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Cuban Quarantine Raised.

Mobile. December 14.-Dr. Rhett Good tonight announced that the general quar- antine against the island of Cuba will be raised tomorrow. A conference held by himself and a government official while in Mexico City named the dates of quar- antne next summer, and if advisable may be put on earlier.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
cotter Chosen President,

New York, December 14.-At a meeting of the directors of the Pere Marquette railroad, held here today, William Cotter was elected president. His office will be in Detroit. MT. Cotter is now the general manager for the receivers, and has been in direct charge sof the property during the period of the receivership just ended.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Blankets Comforts.

Did you know that the more practical your gift the of it's usefulness will be constant reminder and it's every delight will revert to you Come! Make it practical and we will make it easy.
 11-4 California Wool Blankets, in grays and whites, nicely finished with assorted borders They e on $85O and $9.OO Blankets; holiday price is OsOU
 1O4 and 114 California all wool Blankets, in whites, with assorted borders heavy, firm and well made they sell for $7 0O and $7.50; holiday k0
 
 North Carolina Wool Blankets in whites only; extra heavy with edges of silk binding pink and blue borders soft lambs wool fnish regular price k0 $5.5O and $500; holiday price ............. FsVV
 Full size heavy Comforts, covering of good quality mercerzed sateen filling of clean sanitary cotton shown in assorted patterns. We sell them 9 26 for $3.50; holiday price. .6sEV
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Idaho Is Speedy Vessel.

Washington. December H-Reports re- ceived at the navy department from off, cers who were aboard the battleship Idaho on her trial trip off the Delaware capes recently, are that the ship made an average speed of I'll knots per hour. which was just one-tenth of knot in excess of the contract requirement.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Change In Steamer Lines.

Brunswick, Ga., December H.-(Special.) It has been announced by H. H. Ray mond, general manager of the Mallory Steamship company, that the Maiiory line will withdraw it's ships from this port and will be succeeded by the Brunsw:cx Steamship company. The Mallory Steam ship company, with it's withdrawal from this port, will put on line of steam CTS to Tampa, Fla. and will continue to touch at Mobile.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Gold and Silver Exports.

New York, December H.-Imports of specie for the port of New York for the week ending today were $23s,S73 silver and S9,470.O75 gold. Exports of specie from the port of New York for the week ending today were $369, ,755 silver and 2S00 gold.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
No Negro Must Be Employed.

Mayfeld, Ky, December H-All con- cerns employing negroes at Birmingham, Marshall county, have received notices from citizens that hereafter no negroes must be employed in any capacity.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Here and There.

This is merely list of suggestions picked at random from popular places Take at least glance through it's items, for it may hold happy thought for you.
 Hundreds of yards of pretty ribbon, shown in Dolly Vardens plads stripes and Moire. Ribbon which 9Qn sells for 6Oc 65c and 75c; holiday price OOC
 Ladies' Umbrellas with silver and pearl handles, large size, covered with serge taffeta They sell kfl for $7.5O; holiday price ..................... ssVO
 Mems Muffers-Every rich shade and combinations shown in squares and long pieces, 6 mn and ranging in price from 75c to ........... VsOO
 brand new line of Elastic Belts in all coors black and white. One in box, with mn buckle front and back, at ........... .hOO
 Pictures-Hundreds of attractive landscapes, water scenes, hunting scenes and dining room nm panels of fruit and game designs .sOO
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
EiderdOWn Robes.

Here is perfect gift to those who know the luxury and comfort of lounging robe It the throwing away of both profit and price number of these beau full garments together with many neat dressing sacques and kimonas You find in this lot ideal gift for the friend who will appreciate something practical, servic able and sensible Some of them have become slightly soil ed from being displayed in the windows and the abe but the majority clean, bright garments and have truly never offered bargain more genuine
 Ederdown Lounging Robes in light and dark pat terms Beautifully made, and finished with satin bands cords and tassels. Their prices 0 EM up to $7.50; Monday ....................OaOU OU
 Short Eiderdown Dressing Sacques and Kmonas, also shown in light and dark patterns and 0En priced up to $500; Monday ....-..............OVC
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15

Will sell round trip tickets &C., count holidays, commencing December 20, limited January 6. Use the Smooth Way.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-12-15
Mondays Record Breaking Reductions.

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The Washington herald., 1907-12-11
-FOUR BANKERS FACE ARREST
Indictments Expected To-day in the
Brooklyn Financial Scandal.
Police, Pending Court Ruling, VIII
Not Take Pictures for the
ROEues' Gallery.

New York. Dec. 1O-At least four per
sons will be named in indictments handed
down tomorrow in the grand jury's in
vesugation Of the bank scandals in
Brooklyn II is understood that the
charges against the four men Will be
based on transactions in the jenkins or
Williamsburg Trust companies
In connection with the affairs cf the
former institution. indictments have al
ready been returned against the three
jenkins brothers. John c.. jr., Frank.
and Fred, for forgery in the third de-
gree. Their father, John c. Jenkins, up
to the time of the suspension OF the
jenkins institutions, was one Of the most
prominent bankers in Brooklyn. The
Jenkinses control the williamsburg, as
well as the Jenkins Trust Company.
Other indictments resulting from the
grand jurys investigation into the affairs
Of the Brooklyn Bank and the Interna-
tional Trust Company also may be hand
ed down tomorrow morning.
1t is unlikely that any effort will be
made by the police to photograph and
measure the indicted men. The right OF
the department to do this before a pris-
oneT is convicted is now before the Su-
preme Court in the mandamus proceed
ings brought by William Cow. 20 compel
the police 10 destroy the pictures and
other records which they made after he
was arrested.
The Washington herald., 1907-12-11
BULLDOG ARRESTS A HASHRR
Protects Mistress and Holds Her
Annoyer for the Police.
Canine Hero Was Sot a Bit Gentle.
Either. and MuSSed His
Captive Badly.

New York. Dec. l0-CaHing her pet
bulldog. Fif. who was nearby. Mrs.
Augusta Rich. OF l602 Madison avenue.
set him on a man who she SAYS. was
annoying her early to-day. and for nearly
fifteen minutes the animal tore the
clothes Of the man.
Finally policeman appeared and the
dog was called of. and the man was
taken TO the East 10th Street station.
where he gave his name as George l.
Baker. twenty-five years old. of y East
loSth street. He was locked up on the
charge OF disorderIy conduct.
Her husband being taken suddenly iIl.
Mrs. Rich left ner home To 60 10 a drug
store. She had the dog with her. and
when about q block from home. says
that Baker approached her. called her
endearing names. and tried 10 put his
arms around her.
Getting away from him. Mrs. Rich
called 10 Fif. who was across the
street The animal jumped for the man.
Baker tried 10 night of the animal. but
the woman urged the dog on. Bakers
shouts and appeals 70 Mrs Rich finally
attracted Policeman MCGOWAN When
he arrived Mrs Rich called the dog and
it lay down at her feet
That man got all he deserved she
said Fiji gave il 10 him good. Now I
want him arrested"
Mrs. Rich went TO the station house.
where she made the complaint. ana
Baker was locked up. lie refused 10
discuss the charge.
The Washington herald., 1907-12-11
Capital Punishment Upheld.

Twenty members Of the Twentieth Cen
tury Club of the Y. NJ c. A sat in judg-
ment last night upon the question, Is
Capital Punishment Right?" The voting
showed twelve in favor and eight against
The principal arguments for the abolition
Of capital punishment were that the
criminals We're at the time insane, and
some remaining insane afterward NEEDED
treatment Ike any other disease. the pos
sibility OF their cure having been proved
in many cases. Mr.. w. T. Williamson. a
criminal lawyer, maintained that capital
punishment was right, and was the neces-
sary way TO protect society. He said there
are too many faxed insanity cases
The Washington herald., 1907-12-11
CHARGE INSURANCE FRAUD
Policy Holders Halt Plans of Mutual
Reserve Company.
AIIege Change in bylaws Is q
scheme 10 Cover "A Deficit
of S2,OOO.OOO.

New York, Dec. 10.-A meeting Of the
Life Insurance Company. called for to-
day by the management 70 make certain
changes in the bylaws Of the company.
was adjourned suddenly after William
Hepburn Russell. representing a commit
tee Of policy holders. had served a court
order on the officers restraining them
from voting any proxies in support OF the
proposed changes. He declared that a
plan was on foot 20 mislead the policy
holders and force certain class OF them
10 make up deficiency which the insur-
ance examiners had found in the con-
dition of the company
Although Superintendent Kelsey has re-
fused 10 give out the report Of the three
examiners who examined the company,
on the ground that ne has not accepted it
as yet, Mr.. Russell declared that the
amount Of the deficiency between its as
sets and liabilities. as found by the exami-
ners. was az least Sl.7540o0. and might
reach 100000.
From another source # was learned
that the examiners have reported that
some OF the liens against policies en-
tered on che books and reported 10 the
insurance department as loans were en-
tireIy Illegal and must come of the as
sets. The companies surplus was only
Sl04.000 at the end OK last year by its
own report. Besides these liens er as
sessments on policies Of which it is al
legal no notice has been given policy
holders. there is a dispute over the real
estat4 az 90 Broadway.
The Washington herald., 1907-12-11
KIPLING WINS NOVEL PRIZE.
Sweden Makes Awards 80 Masters of
Arts and Sciences.

London. Dec. l0-As was expected, the
Nobel prize FOR literature has been
awarded to Rudyard Kipling. Owing to
the death Of King Oscar there will be
no public ceremony in connection with
the award of the prizes
The prize for physics has been awarded
to Prof Nicholson. OF the University Of
Chicago, for the discovery Of a new way
of determining the velocity Of light. The
other awards are: For chemistry. Prof.
Buchner. Of Berlin; medicine. DR.. Lave
ran. of Paris. for his work on tropical
fevers and Infection through mosquitoes;
peace, AIoneta, OF Italy. and Renault. of
France.
The Nobel prizes are awarded from
the proceeds of bequest by Alfred Ber-
Eard Nobel. Swedish scientist and in
ventor. who died In 1895 He left a for
tune of S9OO0e00. large part OF which
was devoted 10 this purpose. The prizes
are five i'm number, each amounting "a
81. 600, and they are awarded annually
They are for the most important discOv-
cries in physics. in chemistry, and in
physiology or medicine: for the most dis
tinguished work OF an idealist tendency
in the field Of literature. and for the
best effort toward the fraternity OF ma
tions and the promotion Of peace.
The four first-named prizes are award
ed by institutions at Stockholm The
reacc prize is awarded by a committee
Of FIVE persons selected by the Swedish
Storthing. The previous winners Of the
literature prize lave been as follows;
1901. Sully. Pruahomme; 1902. Prof. Nom
sen; 1903. Bjornsen: 1904. Mistral and jose
Echegaray; 1905. Sienkiewicz; 1906, Car
ducci
The Washington herald., 1907-12-11
AUCTION SALE OF ANTIQUES.
J. SIeEeI Collection Of Old Furni-
ture Ready TO Re sold

At the new Auction Place" in New
York avenue between Fourteenth and Fif-
teenth streets. the J. Siegel collection Of
antique furniture is on exhibition. The
auction rooms. which are located in the
former home Of the Young Mems Chris
tian Association, are crowded 10 the doors
with one of the finest collections of ma
hogany furniture ever seen outside Of the
private homes Of the wealthy in Wash
ington. Mr.. Siegel has spent almost two
years Of continuous search throughout
the North as well as the South in getting
together the antiques.
On Thursdays. Fridays, and SATURDAYS.
the auct!oneers. Townsend q Co. will
hold public sales The auctioneers will
act as general appraisers Of art. and
will endeavor 10 have on exhibition in the
future the most valuable collections ever
shown IN this city.
Among some Of the best examples OF
antique furniture are two handsome four
poster beds. one OF which is very much
like the bed AT Mount Vernon The col
lection includes sheraton Heppelwhite.
and Empire colonial sideboards. massive
davenports. bookcases. old pie-crust ia
bles. dainty hall sets. extension tables.
and numerous other pieces Of furniture OF
the same character. The rooms of the
Old building have been completely altered.
The Washington herald., 1907-12-11
KILLED IN HOSPITAL FIGHT
Aged Inmate of AlmshOuse Strikes
Friend Over Heart.
Quarrel Arises in Philadelphia In
stitution Over Disposition of
SOiIed Linen.

Philadelphia. Dec 10.-whne wrangling
over the disposition of some soiled laun-
dry. with James Orr sixty-seven years
old. an inmate of an out ward Of the
Philadelphia Hospital James Snyder
dropped dead yesterday 1t is understood
that several blows were exchanged by the
two men. and one was landed over Sny-
der's heart. inducing the shock which
caused death.
The TWO old men have been inmates OF
the almshouse for five or six years and
had been friendly toward each other.
For that reason they We're permitted to
do their daily chores together. Before the
quarrel they We're collecting the soiled
laundry from various departments Of the
institution, and got into an argument
over where to place il in the laundry
room.
Both men became angry and started 20
fight. but, before the tussle had proceeded
far. Snyder dropped dead Connolly. d
special policeman of the institution. had
heard the wrangling. and ran into the
room. Just as he entered Snyder fell 20
the floor Death was instantaneous
Connolly placed Orr under arrest. and
he was arraigned before Magistrate Bea-
ton at the city hall this morning. Mean
while the coroner's physicians are hold
ing an autopsy 10 determine the exact
cause of death.
IL appears that The quarrel resulted over
petty jealousy. Orr. II is claimed, as
serted his authority over Snyder because
he was the older. and had been in the
institution a few months longer than
Snyder. When Orr told Snyder TO put
the laundry In a certain place Snyder
resented il and refused 70 do so.
Both men were members OF the INDECENT
department Of the institution.
The Washington herald., 1907-12-11
FIFTY YEARS OF WEDDED LIFE
Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Bundy Cele-
brate Golden Anniversary.
Only Child of Aged Couple Tenders
Them Reception at 227 Eighth
street Northeast.

A reception in celebration Of the If
tieth anniversary Of their marriage was
given last night 10 Mr.. and Mrs. Alvin
Bundy. 90 Eighth street northwest, by
Miss Naude u Bundy. the only child
OF the aged couple.
From S o'clock until 10 o'clock last night
the many friends OF the family called
to congratulate Mr.. and Mrs Bundy.
Dir. and Mrs. Bundy. who have been
residents OF this city for many years,
were married at Keene. y H. the late
Rev. Z. s. Bristoe officiating
The residence was appropriately deco
rated for The occasion with quantities Of
yellow foliage In the dining-rOOm pink
WAS the color scheme
Mrs BUndy wore a becoming gown or
black grenaGine and white lace. and Miss
Bundy was gowned in white net over
White silk. Assisting at the reception were
Mss Maude Sawyer. the Misses Daven-
port. Miss Allle joyce. Miss Mary Win
free, Miss Flora Whitney. and Miss Mary
Gibbs. Mr.. and Mrs. Bundy received a
number Of handsome presents in gold.
silver. and cut glass.