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The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Maude Adams In "Peter pan.y

For one of the first times upon any than Kew York stage, J. M. Barrie delightful play, Peter Pan," now made famous throughout the country by Maude Adames' wonderful interpre- tation of the name part. will be per formed at the Jefferson threatre, for two night performances and a Saturday matinee, beginning tonight, Novem- Der 8.
 The cast and production will be ex- actly the same, to the minutest de- tail, as those which all last season and this charmed the audiences which thronged the Empire theatre, New York. Every endeavor is to be mace to open Miss Adames' present season as auspiciously as she began last years.
 This being Miss Adams first visit to Birmingham in two years, the rush for seats has been naturally great. In order that everybody may have a per- fectly fair chance, 1t has been decided not to accept any orders by telephone.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Mime. Schumann-Heink.

Mime. Schumann- Heinlx, the most talked of and the most remarkable woman singer of inc day, will be we . comed at the Jefferson tn eatre next Friday night by a large and notable audience. It will be her only ap pearance here this season and doubt less her last visit to this city for sev- eral seasons to come. Schumann Heink first sang in America in the Auditorium in Chicago, seven years ago. She arrived in this country but a few days prior to join the Metropoli- tan Opera company of New York, which was then singing in Chicago. Mime. Heink confesses to being very nervous on that rst night among total strangers and In a strange land, bot she soon recovered herself and at the end of the second act of the operts she received such an ovation from both the audience and the opera com pany that she was quite overcome and retired from the stage with her eyes full of tears.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
The Professional Politician.

Birmingham, Ala, November 5, 1907. MT. H. F. DeBardeleben, City.
 Dear Sir-I am in thorough accord with the spirit of both your articles appearing in The Age Herald, and think it high time something should be cone to put the people of this state thinking on the line of their real in- terests
 The professional politician has done more to adversely affect the material interests of Alabama than any other agency. He Is never so well satisfied with himself and his importance as when he is flaying some corporate or foreign interest.
 The good work done by enterprsing men to induce capital to come to Ala bama has practically been nullifed by the fight our politicians seem to be making on all foreign interests. We invite capital to the state in one breath and show in the next that we are hostile to it. After years of effort un- der great disadvantages we had only fairly started foreign capital this way to develop our resources, and make the property which we had always owned valuable. and it is simply distressing to feel that the action of our present administration has in great measure Stopped this. As an illustration of it.,
 
 an administration leader, at Ft. Payne. and you will observe that he said the stale tax commission was not intended for che small farmer but for the cor poratfon. From Senator Lusk's speech one is bound to infer that money in- vested in Alabama in corporate form is not to be treated with the same consideration with which we treat the Individual investment. Every one must know that\ practically all the money that we have invested in the state, and all we stand any chance of getting invested in She future, must come to us largely in corporate form.
 I think the time ..as come when we should call halt to the demagogue. and you heinz one of the first in the development of north Alabama, know of no one who clan give it more froce than yourself.
 am sure there have been abuses by the railroads which should be cor rected. but I don't believe they should be deprived of rights which every individual in the state enjoys. l am sure that call for mass meeting
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
At the Majestic.

The act of Ceaser and company is one of the most mystifying that has visited Birmingham in some years. Mir Ceaser appears on the stage and goes through 8 number of mystifying tricks in palmis- try, then for a close he puts on the most sensational trunk act that has ever been witnessed by an American audience. So much so that the Majestic theatre is of fering 5000 in gold to any one that will explain or offer a solution that proves correct as to how Ceaser escapes from the trunk. At each performance Mir. Ceaser invites committee of two from the audience on the stage to assist him in his work and this week we have had some of the most prominent men in town to accommodate MT. Ceaser in this man. ner. The attaches of the theatre are stopped on all corners by friends who are eager to ascertain how Ceaser es- capes, but it is as inexplainable to them as to any of the observers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
ADJUSTMENTS.
"The Chorus Lady,"

There is comedy as well as pathos in 'grhe Chorus Lady" James Forbes well written play, which was presented at the Jefferson theatre last night by Rose Stahl and her company. In fact there is more pathos than comedy, although the latter Is predominant for It's true portrature of the chorus girl life. The play made Miss Stahls fame and she has made the play. It seems difficult to think of any other personality fitting into the part so ad- nirably as does that of Miss Stahl. She is a vivid impersonation of the chorus lady. She is the chorus lady, with all the chorus lady's up-to-date ways and her worldly wise philosophy. The play is brimming with bright lines and there is truth in every one of them. Perhaps, those persons who are not familiar with the life the average chorus girl leads might overlook some of the fine comedy points of the play. but its fidelity to the original can not be doubted.
 The chorus lady is introduced as the former member of stranded burlesque show. She is slangy, she is trife tough, but she knows the world and her heart is
 
 sister from a traduoer the chorus lady compromises herself and sacrifices her love, but in the end the story of her real position is made clear and reconciliations drive the clouds away.
 The comedy is irresistible and the pathos is tense. Those who laughed most heartily at the chorus ladys ten derloin remarks were the first to sit still and motionless when she battled for the honor of her weak sister with all a chorus girls assurance and ready wit, yet with nobility that lifted her above the character as 1t is accepted by the world at large. There were some excel lent comedy scenes, notably that in the second act when faithful picture was presented of the chorus girls in their dressing room. The third and fourth acts were given over to that part of the story which came very near being tragedy. And if Miss Stahl was inimit- able as the slangy, sharp-tongued girl, ever ready with the kind of retort the occasion demanded, she was equally as good in her emotional scenes.
 The support was thoroughly capable, including Eva Dennison as Nora O'Brien, Giles Shines as Patrick 'Brien, Francis Byrne as Dick Crawford, Wilfred Lucas as Dan Mallory, Alice Leigh as Mrs. OBrien and Maude Knowlton as Sylvia Simpson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
The Black Patti Troubsdours.

Ameriea's greatest aggregation o1 fro-Anerican Thespians will be the attraction at the Jefferson theatre Mon day, matinee and night.
 The exalted standing and reputation of Black Patti, the extraordinary ex- cellence of the Troubadours and the phenomenal success of their perform ances elsewhere, makes the appearance of this remarkable company of singers. dancers and comedians in this city an event of immense public interest.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Walter Moore's Opinion.

Birmingham, Ala, November 4, 1907. MT H. F. DeBardeleben, City.
 Dear Sir:-I agree with you on the gen eral proposition: There is danger in all fierce agitation. It means hurt to some- body, but it appears to me that the wave is on," and I doubt very seriously if anything I could say would stem the tide. The people of this state are re- sponsible for the action of their legis- latiye and executive representatives and must bear the consequence. Permit me to congratulate you on the interest you manifest, and for your earnest desire for the continued advancement of your state and section, so much in evidence by your record as a citizen and a man of affairs. Yours truly
 WALTER MOORE
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
At the Bijou.

''Me, Him and l" at the Bijou theatre continues to draw we'll The piece is set off with some attractive musical special ties and the three comedians, Watson, Arlington and Wrothe, aequit themselves creditably. They are all hard workers and manage to keep the laughs going. Several of the musical specialties are novel and pretty, while the comedy IS abundant. The usual performance will be given tonight.
 Next week the Bijou will offer for weeks engagement with the usual lnati- nees a new Blaney play, with real 1n- dians, cowboys and other features of the wild and woody west that is described in yellow literature. The play is called Young Buffalo,, and is said to be a thriller of the most pronounced type. The scenery will be heavy. All of the Blaney rlays are well staged.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Effect On Foreign Lenders.

Birmingham, November 6 l90l. MT II. F. DeBardeleben, City.
 Dear Sir-I have noted with much in- terest your letters in the Age-Herald and heartily indorse the same. I have only recently returned from Hartford, Conn.,, and that city, as you know, lends a great deal of money and purchases many securities l was particularly inn pressed with the question that was pro- pounded to me by many different officials of large insurance companies, as to what the legislature of Alabama was trying 10 do to tho corporations. The general opln- ion among the moneyed interest Is that the drastic laws which the legislature of Alabama has enacted will cripple all cor porations in Alabama and deter any new ones from coming in, and they would refrain from buying any stocks or bonds for they can not see any hopes of divi- dend.
 Wishing you much success in your ef forts to arouse the people of Alabama, beg with best wishes to remain, yours very truly, GEORGE c. OLIVER.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Bankers Appreciate Situation.
Birmingham, November

Birmingham November 5. 1907. Mir. II. F. DeBardeleben, City:
 Dear Sir-Referring to your communica- ton published in the Age-Herald on the morning of November 1, we wish toS say that We heartily agree with every Aex- pression therein contained. We think that the public service corporations de serve better treatment at the hands of our legislative bodies than they have re- ceived, or are now receiving, and we think it is time to call half.
 Citing the l.. & N. R. R. Co, for ex- ample: From personal observation, we know that they have, in great many cases, helped along mining industries which were unable to receive help else where, and these things have come with in my personal knowledge. All in all we believe that the l.. & N. R. R. Co.,, through Milton II. Smith. it's president has done more for the material advance ment of the Birmingham district than all other things combined. Yours very truly,
 STEINER BROS.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08

of the people of Birmingham to dis euss what should be done at this eritl- cal time can do no harm.
 Personally, I will be glad to join you in any reasonable way to avert II possible any further check to cur pros perity It is a great mistake to think that we can cripple our corporations and not affect adversely the most hum ble citizen of the state Your truly,
 FRANK NELSON, JR.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Wants Laws Repealed.

Birmingham, Ala, November 4, 1907. MT. H. F. DeBardeleben City.
 Dear Sir:-Your views expressed in The Age Herald meet with my hearty ap- proval. It sems to me, however, that the best way to arrive at solution of the question confronting the people of Ala bama, which involves their material in terests and threatens their advancement is for the special session of the legisla- ture to repeal all laws interfering with the question of transportation and to re- fer the whole matter to the railroad commission for adjustment with power to act. Yours truly,
 w. c. SIACKELFORD.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
ElIrod-S. .arbrouuh.

Gadsden, November 7.-(Special. )-Dr. w. A Elrod. a prominent practicing phy- sician of Albertville, and Miss Minnie Scarborough of this city were united in matrimony at 7:aO o'clock this morning at the home of the brides parents on Ala bama street. The Rev, W. K. Simpson of Albertville and friend of the groom per formed the ceremony. The wedding was quiet home affair. and there were but a few invited friends of the family pres ent
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Alderman Winters Indorse.

Bessemer, Ala, NoVember [ I5U'' MT. Henry F. DeBardeleben, Birming- ham, Ala:
 My Dear Sir-I heartily indorse every sentiment expressed in your open letter through the columns of The Age-Herald. l could not help but admire your frank and timely words of warning, and, 1ke yourself. 1 think it time to call a halt on this persecution of the railroads, which are the prime movers in the development of the state. Especially should the Bir- mingham district rise in protest against any such legislation. Yours very truly,
 J. s. WINTERS, M. D.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
STRONGLY IN SUPPORT '
 OF DEBARDELEBEN VIEWS

H. F. DeBardelen, the industrial pioneer, who passed through the hard times period of the Birmingham district, as well as the eras of plenty, and who came out of re- tirement recently to sound warning in behalf of the Birmingham district against the continued harrassment of the rail- roads of the state, has been overwhelmed with congratulations and promises of support Hundreds of letters have been received by MT. DeBardeleben, declaring that the anti-rallroad legislation has gone far enough. that it is disturbing the dis trct and upsetting monetary valuations and enterprises. Another batch of let ters follows:
 Bessemer Merchants Amen.
 Bessemer, Ala, November 6, 1907. H. r. DeBardeleben, Birmingham, Ala:
 Dear Sir-I heartily indorse the move ment you have undertaken and hope the legislature, not only of Alabama put other southern states, will realize the fact that wildcat legislation against cor 'porations and the business interest is, to a large extent, causing our financial trou- bles, and will continue to do so until a halt is called. l was superintendent or the Birmingham, Powderly and Bessemer Railway company for number of years, under MT. B. B. Conner, who is now gov ernor of Alabama, and always found nm a very determined man. at the same time a reasonable man to an argument, and l think if he can be shown that he IS wrong in his views he will be with the business interest of the country.
 l have always been very outspoken Tn favor of corporations, who furnishes work to the laboring man, for without the cor porations my business and other people s business would be of no value in Ala bama, and l sincerely hope that the legis- lature will listen to your warning. Yours very truly, w. T. kENNEDf.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
eadsden Merchants Speak Out.

Gadsden, November 6, 1907. Hon. H. r. DeBardeleben, Birmingham, Ala:
 Dear Sir-We have read with very great interest your communication In the Bir- mingham Age-Herald of November l, with reference to legislation against the railroads of the south. and we wish to state that we most heartily indorse your views in the matter.
 Trusting that your efforts may bear fruit which will benefit the entire south, we are, very respectfully,
 c. F. CROSS & BRO.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Large Coal Operator In Line.

Birmingham, November 6, 1907 MT, H. F. DeBardeleben, 2O6 South Eff teenth Street, City:
 Dear Sir-I have been out of the city or would have written you before this in reference to your letter of November 1, calling the attention of our people to the danger of putting anything in the way of holding back the railroads.
 Like many others, l. too. have met you in the wilderness of Jefferson county, in the years gone by, when you were strug- gling to get beyond my wagon teams hauling iron ore over a pole road laid in
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Editor Lesser Has a Word.

St. Clair Springs, November 6, 1907. Hon. II. r. DeBardeleben, Birmingham, Ala:
 Dear Sir-Permit me to congratulate you upon your masterly written article upon the railroad legislation issue. hope that this article may be read by every Alabamian and it will not fail to bring the much needed effect and make an end to the prosecution of capital in- vested in railroads in Alabama. Yours truly, E. LESSER,
 Editor Birmingham Courier.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08

Bible narrative of the death of Jesus Christians been endorsed by thous- ands Of clergymen as a singularly val uable aid to those who desire to ob- tain a comprehensive grasp of tho con ditions which existed nearly 2000 years ago when the God-Man gave up his life that man might be saved from his
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Grace Georue in "Divorcons.U

The corning engagement of Grace George at the Jefferson theatre next Wednesday night will probably be h er fast appearance for some time in this city. London playgoers liked her so well in Sardou's comedy, "Divorcons" that contracts have been signed for her return to England next spring. While abroad Miss George plans to be seen in at least five new plays, one of them being from the pen of a celebrated English dramatist.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
WILL CONTEST SETTLED.
Mrs. Harris Accepts $e5o In Lieu of
 Request.

A settlement was reached yesterday in the probate court in the matter of the contest of the will of the late Jane Fully who died nearly year ago in this city
 According to the provisions of the will the deceased left all the residue of her estate, after the payment of certain specified bequests, to Mrs. Harris of East Lake. The will was contested by Mrs. Wallace, sister of the deceased on the ground of undue influence. The contest was tried in the probate court before Judge Samuel E. Greene and a jury last May, and after a ten days trial the jury failed to agree on a verdict.
 By the terms of settlement made yes terday. Mrs. Harris transferred and as- signed to Mrs. Wallace, the contestant, all her rights under the will, for $950.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Ensley Mayor outspoken.

Ensley, Ala, November 6, 1907. MT. IT. F. DeBardeleben, Birmingham, Ala
 Dear Sir:-It gives me great pleasure to indorse your recent letters published in The Age-Herald in reference to the disturbed financial troubles.
 It seems to me that the drastic legis- lation passed by the legislatures all over the country in the past year or two is principally the cause of our present finan- cial troubles, and I believe that further legislation of the same order will tend to put us into more trouble.
 indorse your suggestion for a mass meeting in Birmingham to allow the peo- pie of this county to express themselves on this question. I believe that 1t would do good, and I believe that you are the man to do it. I am, yours truly,
 D. F. SUGG,
 Mayor of Ensley.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Cotton Receipts Liaht.

Gadsden, November 7.-(Special.) )-The cotton receipts continue light in this city, being fully 100 bales behind the same date last year. The crop is undoubtedly short and the farmers are slow to sell at the prevailing prices. There Is a strong feel ing among them that the price will go very much higher within a few weeks
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Bid Merchants, Views.

Birmingham Ala, November 4, 1907. MT. H. F. DeBardeleben, City.
 Dear Sir-We, as shippers and as tax payers, endose fully your excel lent defense of the railroads-those splendid arteries of trade and com merce, whl... have done so much for the development of this state. Their efforts for further good should not be checked by. unjust legislation. Yours truly M. WE'LL & BRO.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
GREAT ADVANTAGE
 OF POSTAL BANKS
POSTMASTER GENERAL MEYER
 DELIVERS AN ADDRESS AT CHI CAGo ON IMPROVEMENTS IN
 POSTAL SERVICE.

Chicago, November 7.-Postmaster Gen. eral George Von L. Meyer was the guest of honor tonight at the banquet of the Industrial club of Chicago. His address, which was the principal speech of the evening" was upon matters connected with the administration of his depart ment.
 Postmaster General Meyer gave his views regarding postal Improvements, in- cluding the establishment of postal sav ings banks and the extension of the par cels post system which he will recommend 10 Congress In his annual report. He said the postoffice department during the past fiscal year sent to European immigrants some s71 COOL 900. He estimated the amount of money in the United States at $3,123, 056,67S, of which s1,O1O, 100000 is in the banks, S333. ,O53 is in the treasury and the balance. $1. ITS, ,501 ,260, in the hands of individuals and other sources.
 For a striking illustration of the value of the postal savings bank take the pres ent time," said Mir Meyer. Many small accounts that have been withdrawn from national banks, trust companies and say ings banks by timd depostors have gone into the strong box or into hiding. On occasions such as these what people want is security. After they with dr ey dread loss from tn icy do not lose con- fi6 nent or It's pledges. T s referred to would fl savings bank and nto the ehann9s of t Iited in the na tional b lunities to the great nd industry.
 IS passes and cpnfi- red the money would .n gs banks because in the postal ank it would receive only about he interest paid by say ings banks If money Is withheld from national banks and trust companies, it loses the benefit of being drawn by check, nor if deposited in a postal sav- ings bank can the depositor receive &C., commodation of a loan on the acceptance of business paper. In other words, the postofhee department Is not going into the banking business. It desires only to encourage thrift and to offer accessible and safe form of savings depositng by naturalized citizens and foreigners as well as by other people living in out-of-the- way places"
 MT. Meyer in conclusion said he be- lieved that the propositions for both par cells post and postal savings banks would be recognized by Congress this year.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
"The Holy City.v

The Holy City" Clarence Rennett's religious play, will be the offering at the Jefferson theatre on next Tuesday
 matinee and night. This vital and ef- fective drama which treats with rever- ence the most tragic of all stories-the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-11-08
Miss Waunon Recoverino.

Gadsden, November 7.-(Special. )-Miss Willie Wagnon, who was thrown from a buggy recently while out driving, and who at first was thought to be seriously injured, is rapidly recovering and will be out again in few days none the worse for. her narrowing experience.