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The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
Carmichael at Enstey.

A. c. Carmichael speaker of the house of representatives, and John B. Weakley addressed the citizens of Ensley at the opera house tonight in the interest of prohibition. The house was crowded and the stage was filled with children, who sang prohibition songs. Fred G. Moore presided over the meeting and in a few words introduced MT. Weakley, who madc a short but earnest address. which was well received. He then introduced MT. Carmichael, who made an eloquent and forceful address In his opening remark he paid a tribute to the Rev. l.. F. Whit en, the Rev. J. J. D. Hall and Dr. R. M. Cunningham, whom he stated he hoped to see occupying the governors chair. He then launched into his argument, and presented many facts in reference to the evils of intemperance and quoted from the supreme court of the United States regarding the saloon evil. MT. Car mchael was given close attention and was frequently applauded. He made very favorable impression on the people by the way in which he presented his subject At the conclusion of his address the applause lasted several minutes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
Keep Your
 Bowels Open

It is a noticeable fact, and one which any doctor will verify that people who suffer most often from disease are the ones who have the most difficulty in keeping their bowels open. Regular bowel action is half the battle of health.
 People who have tendency to con- stipation must of necessity use something 70 help nature along. This should not be violent aid like salts or purgative waters, cathartic pills or powders, but a syrup liquid that will oil the intestines and membranes that it comes in contact with. Children, women and weak people generally should never be given a strong physic, as 1t weakens the system And it 8 futile for the strongest person because the relief is simply for that day, and then the reac-
 ion sets in and you are worse on than before.
 i've tonic ' ike pr. I. caIdweIs s s Syrup ' Pepsn. People have been taking 1t for sixteen years md 1t is being better liked by more people every year. The reason Is that 1t filis want. It Is mike anything else. Results are so sure in ,onstipation dyspepsia. indigestion. liver trouble. biliousness. natulency. sour stomach. that cure of any of these ailments 10 absolutely guaranteed. A bottle costs but 50 cents or Sl and s worth hundred times that to any sufferer.
 Wise mothers keep 1t constantly in the house 'or emergencies. because it is needed at some time or other by every member of the family. pr. Luella Underhill, the medical superinten- lent of the Working Woman's Home of Chicago 1as kept her charges in perfect health by the use of pr. Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin whenever 8 stom- ach complaint was brought to her attention. No other laxative is used in the Home. Buy bottle yourself today and watch the prompt and per reSulfe
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
DEEDMEYER CASE
 FINALLY SETTLED Famous Controversy Adjusted
 In Greene'S Court CARMICHAEL AT ENSLEY Large Crowd Listens To Prohibition Speakers-Arrangem for Bar
 becue for Press League
 Tomorrow.
CARMICHAEL AT ENSLEY

Ensley October 22-(Specal)-Th case of Mayor and Aldermen of Ensley, in which Romaine Boyd was prosecutor against Frank Deedmeyer, was dismissed out of court by Judge Greene of the criminal court of Jefferson county. The court was asked to quash the proceedings had in the mayors court of Ensey the grounds that many irregularities oc- cured when the case was tried by former Mayor N. W. Scott. Judge Greene ruled that the complaint filed in the mayors court was fatally defective, because the complaint was not supported by oath or affidavit, as the law requires.
 The case was set for Monday but was passed to today Many of the best known citizens were In Birmingham to attend the trial either as d witness or spec tator This was one of the most sensa- tional cases which has ever arisen in Ensley. The prosecutor. Romaine Boyd, charged Frank Deedmeyer with having written an article about MT. Boyd which appeared in a local paper when he was a candidate for the legislature. to which Mir. Boyd objected. After the primary election was over MT. Boyd started a prosecution for criminal libel against MT. Deedmeyer before Mayor Scott, who found him guilty and imposed fine of $10O. An appeal was taken and the case was disposed of today by discharging MT. Deedmeyer.
 The suit attracted attention on account of the large number of lawyers appear ing for both sides. Mr. Boyd was repre- sented by Allen &si Bell. MT. Deedmyer's counsel were Sam Will John, c. W. Hickman, Gaston X Pettus and J. A. Nit chell.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
Want New LAWS.

Huntsville, October 22.-(special) )-No- tices have been printed of the intention of Madison. county's senator and repre- sentatives to apply to the extra session of the legislature for the enactment of local bills to validate the action of the county redstricting board in establishing as it did the lines of the Huntsville school district, also to create the school board which was proposed by Senator Spragins at the last session of the legislature The board will be created if the act is passed. with James H. Pride, w. I. We'll man, R.. E. Spragins, Paul Speake and Jackson Rand as members for life, and provides that in the event of the death or resign ation of any member of the board the remaining members are to elect his successor.f The passage of these bills would have to be followed by the adop ton of ah amendment to the municipal code bill arranging it so that it's provis- ions would not apply to schol boards ap- pointed for life. The enactment of these bills would overthrow the present city board of education now in charge of the school affairs of this city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
Personal and General.

The wife and family of the Rev. o. F.. Bentley, the new pastor of the Baptist church, arrived in the city today from Luverne Ala. They were entertained at dinner by the ladies of the church at the parsonage.
 Mrs E E. Snow leaves tomorrow for Longmont. Colo, where she will in future reside with her son.
 Alderman NJ. H. McDowell presided m the mayors court this morning in the absence of Mayor Sugg. who Is attending court in Birmingham. The case of Jim Walker, charged with shooting Henry Cole was continued to November ] on account of absent witnesses. Mir. Me Dowell presided like veteran and dis posed of the cases brought before him with much promptness
 The friends of Dr. and Mrs. E. T.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
RATE MONOPOLY
 ON WATERWAYS Alabama Railroad Commission
 Aims to Stop It
VISIT OF A SPECIAL AGENT
Data On Tariffs Has Been Secured and Proceedings Will Be Taken To Compel the Steamboat Lines
 Make EquabIe Rates.

Mobile, October 22.-(Specal.) )-rhe Ala bama railroad commission is to take hand in the regulation of freight and passenger rates on the Alabama water ways. For years transportation on the Alabama and Tomblgbee rivers have been under the control of steamboat com bination that has raised or lowered rates as necessity dictated.
 Whenever an independent steamer entered the trade 1t was invariably the signal for a slashings of rates by the combination interest and was continued until the in- truder was forced off. This is now be- ing praetieed on the Alabama river and the Tombigbee is absolutely in control of d combination.
 A special agent of the commission has visited Mobile and secured data on tariffs used by the steamboats on the two rivers which have been placed in the possession of this agent, and such other information as will be helpful to the commission in. regulating conditions has been fur nished. Shippers along the waterways are demanding action on the part of the commission and independent opera toio dAC WSlOOiliiile lnleINtltlon TUT tHey claim that rate regulation on the river means protection to all operators and 8 betterment of service.
 Contracts were closed here today for cement, lumber and timber for the sea walls to be erected by the government outside of Ft. Morgan. The Vinegar Bend Lumber company was awarded the con tract for 2,500. 600 feet of lumber and the Southern Lime and Cement company of Demopolfs the contract for 1000 barrels of cement The lumber contract amounts to S50,000 and is one of the largest made in this city in recent years. The cement contracts amount to about $4O,0oo. All will be Alabama products.
 The sea wall will be 4577 feet on the outside of Ft. Morgan, while the old brick wall on the west beach -1057 feet long, will be raised three and half feet.
 In the matter of the indictment against the Louisville and Nashville railroad, re- turned by the city court grand jury, Judge Semmes this morning issued an order of service against the defendant Louisville and Nashville railroad, cor poration, to come into coprt Thursday to plead in the Indictment
 Judge Semmes stated that an order of arrest cannot be issued against a corporation, hence the order for the com pany to appear in court and make answer to the indictment. Thursday is docket day, the time when cases will be set down for trial at the present term of court.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
oRPHANS' HOME ACCEPTED. Grand Master of Masons Visits Merid-
 ian for the Purpose.

Meridian, Miss. october 22.-(Spe- cial)-H. c. Yarn of Vicksburg. grand master of the Mississippi grand lodge of Masons, spent today in the city. He came here to meet the local committee of the Masons WidowsAand Orphans home for the purpose of passing on the building now almost completed. After a thorough inspection he accepted the work on behalf of the Masons of the state The formal announcement of the opening of the institution will be made in the near future.
 It is officially announced by the chan cery clerk that there is no money on hand to meet the confederate pension payroll The money for the purpose of meeting the indebtedness has been received. The warrants will go unpaid until the money is received to cover the eXpenSeS.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
Officers Elected.

Gadsden, October 22.-(Special )-Non- commissioned officers of local company of the state militia were elected at a meeting held for that purpose last night. The following were chosen:
 First sergeant, Everett Walling; second sergeant, Will Afford; third sergeant, Tracy Holingsworth; fourth sergeant. Will Alford fifth sergeant Hal Chrsto- pher; quartermaster sergeant Albert Bo- gus; first corporal, Clarke Adams; sec ond corporal, Colin Clarke; third corporal, Will T. Wilson; fourth corporal, Luther Barnard; fifth corporal. Dana M. Ousler; sixth corporal Elmer Jordan; bugler. Donevieve Caldwell. All the commis- stoned officers have received their com- missions from the governor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23

Montgomery, October 22.-(Specal.)- Yhe following is copy of the agreement signed today by the governor and Pres ident w. w. Finley of the Southern in reference to putting in reduced rates:
 between B. B. Conner, governor of and acting for the state of Alabama, and W. w. Finley, pres ident of, and acting for the South ern Railway company and Alabama Great Southern Railroad company, and F. L.. Russell, vice president and acting for the Mobile and Ohio railroad.
 l. It Is hereby understood and agreed between the parties to this agreement that the Southern Railway company, the Alabama Great Southern Railroad com pany and the Mobile and Ohio Railroad company shall have the right and author ity on and from the first day of Decem- Der in the year 1907, to establish and maintain a straight local intrastate pas senger rate of 2% cents per mile on each of said railroads herein named.
 g. In the case of persons riding on the trains of said railroads who have not provided themselves with regular tickets, the said railroad companies shall have the right and authority to charge and collect from such persons and passengers at the rate of 3 cents per mile over their lines.
 3. It is further understood and agreed that if any of the companies herein named shall hereafter voluntarily or as the final result of litigation, put into eff feet in any one of the following states: Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia Missis- sippi or Tennessee, a first class intra- state straight local passenger fare of less than 2A cents per mile, said railroad com panies or the said company putting in such less rates. shall put in the same rate as the straight local intrastate pas senger fares on it's lines in the state of Alabama; except that in no event shall any of said companies herein named be required to put in in Alabama an intra- state straight local rate for the trans portation of persons less than 21s cents per mile.
 f. It is further understood and agreed by the parties hereto that the putting in in any of the states herein named, of a rate less than 24 cents per mile, brought about by the institution of suit or suits or pending litigation in any of the said states is not to be understood and con- sidered as the putting in of such rate voluntarily or as the final result of litiga-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23

the sores with Cuticura Ointment on soft bandages after washing with warm water and Cuticura Soap, and gave him the Cuticura Pills. In two weeks he wss al- most cured, and after the steady use of Cuticura Remedies for two or three months can now say that I have one of the finest boys in town, and tell all my neighbors that he owes his health to Cuticura. Later my little daughter was all covered with sores on her face and body. I didn't waste much time or money with doctors, as had done when my boy was sick, but used the Cuticura Remedies on her, and now my little girl ia entirely cured. l send you her photo- graph to show how she looks after we used Cuticura. I know of several other cures which Cuticura Remedies have effected, including that of our domestic, Miss S-, whose face was covered with mosquito bites which she scratched until they became a mass of sores and which she cured in no time with Cuticura Ointment. Our whole family joins in sending their thanks and praise hat Cuticura Remedies have
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
PARK FOR MERIDIAN.
City Fathers Appropriate S12,0o0 for
 This Purpose.

Meridian, Miss, october 22.-tSpe- cial.)--It is now a settled fact that Meridian is to have at least one up-to date mark At an executive session of the board of aldermen the deciding step was taken. By unanimous vote the boards decided to appropriate Slz'ooo out of the general fund for the purpose of getting the work of the park started. The city park commission is supposed to meet some time this week and make the necessary arrangements for award ing the contract for the grading work, etc.
 The park will probably be thrown open to the public at the beginning or the warm season next year The site, which Is that of the old fair grounds was donated by several enterprising and public spirited citizens
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
FAIR OPENS AT COLUMBUS.
Attendance Is Good and the Exhibits
 Are Worthy of Praise.

Columbus, Miss, october 22.-tSpe- cial, )-The seventh annual exhibition of the Mississippi and West Alabama Fair association was thrown open to the people this morning. The exhibits are of the usual order and quite praise- worthy. The races this afternoon were fairly good and the attendance all day has been encouraging. A feature Of this years programme Is the horse show. winch begins tomorrow night. The directors and officers of the asso- citation have worked hard for sue cessfuI season and indications are they will attain their desire
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
Extend Gas Mains.

Huntsville October 22.-(Special.) 1.-The New York-Alabama oil company is rap idly extending the system of gas mains of this city to all parts of the city and suburbs. Dollar gas, which is now avail able in the central portion of the city, will soon be placed at the disposal of every resident. West Huntsville is al ready connected and has been for some months, and Dallas will be the next sup- urb to get the benefits of the cheap illum- inant. The company is now boring We'll No. 20, which has already reached the rock which has always to be penetrated before gas is found in this section.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23

Fields will be pleased to learn that their little son. Bige, who has been so dan serously Ill, Is much improved.
 The remains of Joseph Martin. nephew of Joseph Martin. of Wylam, reached the city this morning, The funeral services were conducted in the parlors of Echols X Angwin. undertakers, the Rev Wood all of Wylam and Rev. l.. r. Whit ten officiating The interment took place in Oakland.
 Dr. F. II. Johnson has moved into the new building on Avenue F. between Nine teenth and Twentieth streets.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
Plans for Press Club.

The Ensley Commercial club met to- night in special session to receive the re- port of the committee on the entertain ment of the National League of Press clubs who will be the guests of the Com mercial club Thursday next Chairman S, R. King reported arrangements all made and programme made out The barbecue is in charge of D. A. Echols, who is having the tables erected and grounds cleared mp. Az kinds of bar becued meats will be provided, as well as other refreshments. An appropriate souvenir will be given each guest, and every attention and courtesy will be shown the visitors. President II. 5. Meade announces the following reception committee: R. F. Chadwick Foster Ham ilton N. w. Scott, Mayor D. K. SuSs, James Merriman, J. II. Sheldon D. J. Hummer, F. T. West, E. G. Goldsmith. D. A. Echols, Prof. Thomas R. Walker, pr. R. M. Cunningham, E. w. Averyt. George R. Bynum, s. C. King, C. j. Her bert, Crawford Perkins and Charles II. Mandy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
ROBBED AND MURDERED.
Rich Planters Dead Body Is Found
 Badly Decomposed.

Mobile, October 22.-The badly decom- posed and mutilated body of Luke Brad ford. Il rich planter and bachelor, was found near his home at Octagon, Maren- go county, twenty-seven miles from Thomasville. Ala, this afternoon, by a negro He had been murdered, robbery being the evident motive. The negro found trunk near the house which had been broken open and robbed and a search developed the finding of the body. No clue has been obta inaed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
A Home Weddinu.

Hartselle, october 22.-(SpecialD Only q few outside friends besides the family and immediate relatives of the bride and groom witnessed the wedding ceremony Sunday evening uniting Miss Anna J. Diamond and MT. Barney l.. Kohn, both of Chicago, in holy we'd lock. The wedding took place at the home of the brides sister and brother. Mr and Mrs Jake Back, in Hartselle, Rabbi NJ. Newfield officiating.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
New Minister To Nicaraaua.

Mobile. October 22.-Joseph w. J. Lee
 United States minister to Guatemala. ar- rived today en route to Washington, where he will attend the conference of the five Central American republics the first week in November. While here MT. Lee announced that the post of minister to Nicaragua and Honduras, now filled temporarily by himself has been given to Percival Dodge of Massachusetts, now en route to the United States from Japan.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
Oyster Supper.

Odenville, october 22.--(SpecialD The Wide Awake club, composed of boys and. girls of Odenville, will give an oyster supper at the new school building Saturday night. october 26. for the benefit of the school. A short programme will be given free in the chapel at o'clock and large attend ance Is expected.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
BOY AND GIRL
 CURED OF SORES
Which Broke out on Face and Body Medical Treatment Did Them No Good Mother Cured Both Her Little Ones and Now The
WHOLE FAMILY JOINS
 IN PRAISE OF CUTICURA
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23

Preachers and saints, mixed by their own volition with poll tics, is an awful commentary upon the spirit of the times. This contest was brought about by those who preach the doc urine of the brotherhood of man, and do not practice 1t.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
Baptists Meet.

Albertville. october 22.-(Special) The Marshall County Baptist associa- ton began two days session here to- day. The meetings will be held In the First Baptist church and number or distinguished divines from other cities will be present besides a large number of delegates from the churches in the county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
Press Club.

Should any member he so unfortunate while in the city as to break lens, save the pieces, from which we can duplicate them ouickly. JAS A. FINDER,
 Manufacturing Optician.
 3O6 N. 18th Street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23
SUNDAY SCHOOL
 WORKERS GATHER An Interesting Programme Rendered At Tuscaloosa CHRISTIAN IS A CANDIDATE Former Chief of Police Announces for Office of County Treasurer-Notes
 and Personals From
 Tuscaloosa.
CHRISTIAN IS A CANDIDATE

Tuscaloosa, October 22.-(Special) The Sunday School association of Tus- caloosa county is in progress here to- day As a result there is quite large crowd of visitors in the city. A de- lightful and highly instructive pro- gramme was rendered this morning at the Baptist church where the meetings are being held. The talks were all of the most interesting character and will doubtless prove beneficial to all Sunday school workers.
 The following is the programme that twas carried out today: 10 a. m., devo- tional exercises; 1O3O The Sunday School, It's Officers and Teachers,' Hon. Daniel Collier; New Scholar Problem, i" D. W. Sims, Blessed Perils,' Robinson Brown; enrolment of delegates. 2:S0 D. m., New Movement Classes" c. N. Ayres: organized Classes" Miss Ken nedy; How to Hold the Scholars in the Sunday School" D. W. Sims. 7:So, Mission of Books, Prof. A. A. Per sons.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23

In this mornings issue of the Times Gazette appears another announcement for county treasurer Alex Christian, formerly the popular chief of police in the city, announces as a candidate for the position. MT. Christian made a most acceptable officer in the positions so far filled by him, and will prove formidable candidate for the position for which he now offers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23

People who suffered from rheumatism have taken Hoods Sarssparilla and found lasting relief.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-10-23

Tuscaloosa people read with great in terest the announcement published in yesterdays Age Herald to the effect that the Tidewater company will begin it's work by the identification of the Tuscaloosa Belt railway. It has been rumored here that this work would commence within short time, but, nothing authoritative has heretofore been given out in the matter. The belt line already covers a large part of the towns territory and also extends out to the suburb, Holt, and when electric cars are put on this, Tuscaloosa will be in possession of quite nice electric railway system.