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The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
MANY SIGNED PETITION
 FOR PROHIBITION ELECTION
 UNDER A MISAPPREHENSION

The following statement has been is- sued by the committee which Is opposed to prohibition in Jefferson county:
 When the petitions calling for an cleo ton on prohibition in Jefferson county were first circulated 1t seemed to be the policy and practice of the solicitors for signatures to approach the persons who were supposed to be were, in fact rather inclined to the prohibition idea. It was taken for granted that one signing these petitions was aJ least expected to vote the prohibition ticket. Recently it has developed that the signatures were not coming in fas as expected and now it is generally known that some of the solicitors are telling the people approached that II makes no difference what opinion they hold with reference to the question. whether for or against prohibition. so long as they will add their signatures to the petitions calling for the election. Men known to oppose prohlbl- ton, both from q moral and business standpoint have been approached more than once and importuned to sign. and have been told that the signing of the petition did not commit them on the proposition in any manner whatsoever.
 If in this way or any other way enough signatures are obtained, the argument will necessarily be advanced that If 500 or more voters ask for this election that 1t Is good evidence that the sentiment of the county ia largely in favor of pro hioiton. It Is known that quite nun Der of siCners nave been secured who now wish to have their names taken from the list. No criticism. of course could be made against the prohibition managers
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
TWO YOUNG MEN
 LODGED IN JAIL
Are Wanted in Mississippi on Charge of Obtaining Goods Under False
 Pretenses.

Clifton G. Hodges and Charley Keller. two well dressed young men who have been in Birmingham for some time. and who are supposed to be wanted in OK ford Miss, on the charge of obtaining goods under false pretenses. were ar rested yesterday by Officer LaRue of the local police department, and are lodged in the city barracks to await the arrival of the Mississippi sheriff this morning
 Both young men are dressed in the heighth of fashion, and are in en- tireIy separate class from the ordinary run of Sen arrested. It is the belief of Officer LaRue and other members Of the force that the young men are the ones wanted to face very grave charges in Mississippi.
 Hodges was arrested at the Florence hotel Monday night, while Keller, who is supposed to be hs aeeompllce. was caught at the Edisonian Picture show, in the Brown-Marx building, yesterday morn ing. The young men will be turned over to the Mississippi sheriff upon his ar rival this morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
CANDLER SPEAKS
 TWICE DURING DAY
FIRST ADDRESS WILL BE TO WOMEN AT THE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH THIS ADVANTAGEOUS TO ENSLEY TONIGHT.

Bishop Warren A. Candler one of the most powerful speakers in the whole south, will make two speeches in Jeffer- son county tday The first sf these will be at the First Baptist church at II a. m.. where he will address mass meeting of women. All the women of the county are invited and urged to attend, and it is expected that the church will be crowded
 Mrs N. C. Sibley. president of the Women's Christian Temperance Union. and chairman of the women's central committee. will preside. and introduce Bishop Candler. He will he the only speaker.
 Perhaps the most important meeting of the series will be that at the opera house in Ensley tonight. She Ensley commit tee in charge of arrangements founr the crowds which would attend so large that they had to make il d mems meeting, and provided for q women's prayer meet ing at the Methodist church.
 The meeting tonight will be the only one at which Bishop Candler will ad- dress body made up exclusively of voters. and it is probable that he will let loose no little amount of oratory and aneedote. Ensley is already stirred over the question, but this will add fuel to the fire.
 The bishop will speak Thursday morn ing in Bessemer and Thursday night at the First Methodist church in Birming ham, He is but the first of number of great campaigners who will visit Birm- ngham. near the close of the fight.
 The prohibition headquarters are alive with busy workers. All state that the action of the city council Monday did
 little harm, in fact. they claim. the pro hibltion cause is helped and they predict an overwhelming victory
 Chairman Sessions is a busy man. an1 is giving all his time and talent to the fight. Under his direction the peti- tions have nearly been completed and next week will see them in the hands of the probate judge.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
SCRAMBLING FOR
 FAIR CONCESSIONS
INDICATIONS ARE THAT SPACE WILL SOON BE RENTED AT THE STATE FAIR GROUNDS-EXHlB- ITS OF EVERY VARIETY.

There's scramble on for the secur- ing of privileges at the Alabama state fair to be held October S-16. In spite of the fact that formal announcement of the opening of the books for the sale of privileges YVES not made until yesterday morning, inquiries have been sitting down on General Manager Barnes desk for the past two weeks and some of the concessions have a1- ready been let.
 Considering the fact that someth ins Ike loo,o0O persons will pass through the gates of the fair in the eight days of session, it is no wonder that the privileges are snapped up Practically every person attending will have money to spend and be prepared to spend it. It is expected that all the concessions will be let within the next few days and the books closed
 Among the important branches of this department are the one hundred booths ranging from the main entrance gate eastward to the Curve" These booths occupy the best space on the grounds bordering the lane along which the crowds will follow to and from tn e great amusement section of the fair Every man who gets 'onto the Curve must pass along this way. and the booths in tn emselves will be one of the features of the big show Many of these have already been let but the season is still early and several choice positions are open.
 Along this lane will be exhibits of every variety. lunch cunters, souvenir cases cane racks. pop corn stands lemonade barrels, fancy work sales. ice cream, and every variety of soft cold drinks. Here they will pitch for the elusive cane. roll down minatue alleys have their pictures taken while they wait. in fact every kind of light amuse- ment and refresh ments that attends an American fair.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
TWO MEN AND 4 DOG PROVE BURGLARS Given Lively, Reception on Park
 Avenue DOG IS THE WATCHMAN He Keeps Guard While the Long and Short Men Go Through Houses.
 Have Taken Consider
 atle Property.
DOG IS THE WATCHMAh

A tall man low man and d white dog, three trained robbers who have been stealing galore on Park avenue for the past week, were given a scare for their money before daybreak yesterday morn ing when they boited down Nineteenth street with bullets dropping at their heels.
 The white dog. boon companion to the town, is a graduated thief. He is scout, detective and Watchman for the bunch, and but for him his masters would prob ably have received little more lead than 10 their liking. He is trained to scent trouble, watching nervously the house in which the burglars operate, and the streets approaching. The minute danger threatens he lets out low, begging whine. which gives them ample warning.
 The trio have been at work for several days, having gotten away with consider able clothing, several watches and other valuables in the nelghborhood. Last night every house tnereabouts was an arsenal, and if the trio returns their reception will be joyous
 Yesterday morning at about o'clock, Thomas M Stone. d Louisville and Nash vile engineer who lives at 19o7 Park ave- nue, was awakened by a shrill scream from across the street. He was sick, and as everything quleted down immediately, he did not go out.
 A little while later he heard scratch ing noise, got up and slipped around to his daughters window. He could see burglars eyes through the window, but ho ,J; ;I nd D- ing two young men they went out the front door with their pistols.
 They were not in time, however, for the white dog gave the alarm, and they only saw the fitting backs of, a tall man and a short one, with the white dog dashing ahead
 Mir. Stone quietly sat down on his porch and waited. Presently the white dog came up in front of the house on the op- posite side. sat on his launches and set up a watch He sat there two hours, glaring at the men across the street and then started trotting down Nine teenth street MT. Stone ran out, and fired twice at him, but he gave low whine. and then lit out like streak of greased lightning
 As the pursuers passed the alley corner one of the burglars dashed after the dog. Mir Stone sent one bullet after him, but to avail.
 It was found that they first tried to break open the Taylor drug store, but were frightened off by the scream of the woman who lives above The pair. with their dog were seen about o'clock yes teruay morning in the same neighborhood. MT. Stone is prepared to kill this time, although he did not nave but a few cartridges Tuesday morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
WA @ interest paid |! on Savings &
 Time deposits
GROOM IS HELD
 FOR KIDNAPPING
YOUNG MAN CAME HERE WITH GIRL OF Is TO BE MARRIED AND IS NOW IN JAlL-ExPECTE HONEYMOON DEFERRED.

Eugene Bean. the young man who ar rived in Birmingham Sunday with d girl younger than himself for the purpose of getting married, and who was locked in cell in police station immediately upon alightng from the train with his youthful would-be bride, was transferred from police barracks yesterday morning and placed in the Jefferson county jail
 The charge against the youth is that of Kidnapping, or abduction. The war rant was sworn out against Bean by the father of his fance, and was signed by Sheriff ]. L. Gates of Chiffon county. Both the young people live at Jemison. and they would now be enjoying their honeymoon but for objection on the part of the girls father. The bride to be is l6 years of age while Bean claims he is 21. The father of the girl carried her back hcme Sunday afternoon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
WANT ROAD BUILT
 OVER MOUNTAIN
VIEWERS WILL GO OVER THE ROUTE AND REPORT BACK TO THE BOARD OF REVENUE ON THE PROBABLE COST.

The much talked of graded road through Red Mountain begins to look like q certainty At d meeting of the board of revenue yesterday morning q petition was read requesting the board to have this road cut and graded and a committee of seven to view the right of way was appointed. This committee will be accompanied by the road supervisor and an engineer, who will figure on the cost of the work and submit the esti- mates to the board.
 The proposed road will start from the foot of Charles street at the southeast corner of Glen Iris park and Fifteenth avenue, South. and go through a gap In the mountain at that place. The cost of the road will be borne by the people on both sides of the mountain and the county will also bear it's portion. If the street railway company desires to use tine road it will also have to stand a part of the expense.
 large delegation attended the meet ing of the board and presented the peti- tion Among this delegation were: C. O.  James F. Hawkins, l.. F. Kleybeckef White Gibson and Max Winkler. The petition was read and Hugh McGeever suggested that committee of viewers be appointed to look over the right of way and estimate the cost, and that com petent civil engineer be appointed to as sst them, as well as the road supervisor MT McGeever also suggested that if the road should be built the grade should not be over 6 per cent.
 The committee of viewers consists of seven members, and will no doubt get down to business at once. The commit tee Is as follows: Jere C. King. chair man: c. W. Moorefield, N. l.. Barnes, H. K White, W A. Gibson, G. T. Braz- elton and E. D. Smith.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11

if the requisite number signing the call were men only who favored prohibition. but to bring about an election, which. regardless of the result, will cause bus mess depression, business failures and financial loss to many Of our citizens, by using the names of voters who are sought to be accomplished. seems, 10 say the least. rather unusual and unfair. Those who have signed under a msappre- hension, believing that the election wouii be held whether they signed not and now realize that perhaps without their names the requisite number of signatures could mol nave been obtained can with draw taerefrom by signing d petition ad- dressed to the probate judge follows: sTo the Hon. Samuel F.. Greene. Probate
 Judge of Jefferson County Alabama:
 Recently. as a qualified voter of Jeff ferson county. signed petition ad- dressed to you praying for an order to hold an election in said county within forty days from presentation of said peti- ton 10 determine whether intoxicating liquors. drinks or beverages may be sold or otherwise disposed of within the limits of said county.
 1 do not now desire that such election be held and l, therefore. withdraw from said petition and request you. as suen judge. 10 disregard my name and to strike the same therefrom when considering the question Of making such order
 (Sign here) .,...........................
 1T you want to withdraw from such peti- ton cut out the above, sign and mail it to the probate judge of thls county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
MAY BUILD NEW
 BI-PRODUCT' PLANT
Cleveland Man Here Looking over the Field and Is FavorabIy Impressed
 With the District.

It is very probable that another large chemical and bi- product plant will be constructed here in a very short while. While nothing definite has been decided on indications point very strongly to- wards the establishment.
 H. F. Fletcher, representing Cleve- land, O.. capitalists, has been investiga- ting conditions here, and while he did not care to state what he had found, lntimated that the district looked good to him for such a plant He said the men he represented were in a posi- lion to finance almost any sized com pany they wished, and for this reason should the plant be erected it is be- lieved it will be large and complete in every respect.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
TEAcHERs' INSTITUTE OPENS.
Duncan Makes Opening Talk on Rea
 ton of Dreams to Practical Affairs.

The Rev. James A. Duncan delivered the first lecture yesterday morning be- fore the teachers institute at the High school. Dr. Duncan's subject was, "'rhe Relation of the Dreamer to the Practical Affairs of Life" and followed along the lines of the useful development of dreams.
 Practically every teacher in the Brm- ing district was hand at the open ing of the institute, and 1t promises to be productive of much good for those at of the Henley school, J. B. Cunningham of the High school, and T. c. Young of the Powell school. The lecture this morning will be delivered by Mrs J. II. Phillips
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
At the Bijou.

Anita, the Singing Girl" Is pleasing g patrons of melodrama at the Bijou the atre this week. The play Is very well staged and has been given a musical setting that 1t attractive Miss Eva Westcott takes the leading role in a creditable manner and Is given good supoprt by Frederick Montague. who was the star of "The Ninety and Nipe." The song numbers are attractive. Tn hey are rendered with the assistance of a small but sprightly chorus. The at tendance last night was very good, de- spite the fact that the weather was un- promising.
 The usual performance will be given tonight
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
Many Lecture on Forestry

F. b. Maich, a representative of the Philadelphia Museum of Forestry Prod ucts, will be in Birmingham on Septem- Der g, and it is very probable that he will deliver a lecture on forestry at the Commercial Club. MT. Maich is regarded as one of the best informed foresters in the country. and at present Is making an extended trip through the southern states for the purpose of thoroughly fa- milarizing himself with the southern woods. While in Birmingham he will take pictures of all the different indus tries in every line.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
RECORD OF THE COURTS.

In the first division of the criminal court yesterday the case of William Bryce, charged with criminal assault, was on trial. The court was cleared of the general public during the examination of the witnesses. The case was concluded about o'clock. and after short de liberation the jury returned a verdict of not guilty.
 The case of Hayes Lee, a negro, charged with murder, Is trial and will con- clude early this forenoon. The defedant Is charged with firing gun into dance hall and killing one of the dancers.
 It is probable the case of Harry Scrog- gins, charged with murder, will be taken up this forenoon.
 Chancery Court.
 In the chancery court yesterday a final decree was rendered in the case of the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of Bir- mingham vs. Mrs. Sue S. Turk and w. l.. Turk, decreeng that the respondents had no right title or interest in certain tract of land described in bill of com plaint, said tract being an alley 1912 feet wide on east side of Nineteenth street. between Avenues G and H.
 In the case of William M. McAdory vs. Worth McAdory the registers report of reference was read and ordered to be over for one day.
 Woodlawn vs. J. A. Durham, respon- dent allowed to amend answer.
 M. A. Neal vs. Minnie Neal ct al, de- cree sustaining demurrer.
 In the city court yesterday the following suits were filed:
 Mrs. J. W. Spear vs. Birmingham Rail way, Light and Power company. Plain tiff claims 5000 for alleged damage to property caused by the wrongful con- struction of an embankment by the defen- dant in front of plaintiffs house on Eff teenth street.
 Meyer Marx vs. A. A. Gambill. Plainff sues to recover $o0O, alleged to have been illegally collected as tax.
 Joe Vitrano vs. Birmingham Railway. Light and Power company. Plaintiff claims s10,o00 for personal injuries al legged to have been received while a pas senger on defendants car
 The case of J. D. Scrugsg vs. George Pagan ct al was dismissed by plaintiff S attorney
 In the case of J. A. Farmer vs. J. A. and J. F. Bottom judgment by default was taken and leave to prove damages.
 In the circuit court Mrs. A. B. Wheeler vs. Southern Bell Telephone company is the style of a suit for S100oo. Plaintiff alleges she fell into an excavation on Twenty-frst street, between Seventh and Eighth avenues. and received personal in- juries.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
FORTUNE AWAITS
 HIM IN SWEDEN
Birmingham Man Gets Information That He Has Been Left
 S15o,00o.

cablegram was received yesterday afternoon by Tice Huffman, who is well known in the city as having been stage carpenter. electrician, and director of 4 number of local theatres for the past six years. that he had been left for tune by a relative in Sweden
 Though the information contained in the eablegram was meagre, 1t was stated that the money Jeff MT. Huffman amounts to sl5o.0O0. Mir. Huffman will leave this week for New Tor. to place his identi- ication papers before the Swedish consul His many friends in Birmingham are glad to learn of his good fortune
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
Marriaqe Licenses Issued.

Marriage licenses were issued yes terday from the office of the probate court to the following:
 Herbert C. Beach Christopher. H.. and Miss Ruby l.. Randall.
 George s. Jackson Augusta, Ga., and Miss Grace $. Worrell.
 Henry l.. Freeman, Atlanta. Ga, and Miss Lottie M. Nisholson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
Wayha1d Son is Again
 Gone With fhe Property

il of. Monday morning Mir Paris found him at Gaudin's undertaking shop and asked him for the watch. All right" he said and walked through the shop to the back. Mr. Paris waited d long while and then went to look for him but found him gone. The coroner then went around to the livery stable and ordered his horse hitched up, but the proprietor informed him that Leo had already taken the ve- hicle out, He has not shown mp since.
 The coroner is very anxious to find the boy. and have both son and property returned. The watch was all open face Raymond. the horse was a light bay, and the buggy was the McFarlan make. He will pay liberal reward for the detection of young Leo. and asks that information be sent him on sight
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11

Leo Paris, son of Coroner W. D. Paris. is missing from Birmingham with his fathers s125 watch and his fathers horse and buggy This is the second time the young fellow has run away from home, and in fact, the coroner states that it has cost him 5000 to keep Leo out of the chain gang during the last three years.
 It seems that all during last winter young Paris drew checks for large amounts. forging his fathers name, that a few months ago he made away with some horses went to Chattanooga, where he stole pistol went to Nashville and pawned the gun, got in jail and his father had to go take him out.
 He had been in Birmingham again sev- eral weeks. and promised to reform. Sun day he took his fathers watch and wore
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
Brothers Gathering Evidence.

Two brothe of Frank R. D. Bur net. the conductor who was stabbed to death on a South Ensley car Friday morning by negro, arrived in the city yesterday for the purpose of secur- ing evidence that would lead to the
 apprehension and conviction of the murderer. The negro Emery Potts, who has been held in the Jefferson county jail a suspect. has not yet been released.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
"McFadden's Row of FIats.v

The merry musical farce "McFad- den's Row of Flats" makes it's ap- pearance here It the Jefferson theatre for two performances tomorrow after noon and night. Judging from the ad- vance sale of seats and general re- marks, a crowded house will be on han dto welcome the farce, which is among the best cartoon plays ever writ
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
At the New GaYetY.

Up-to-dat bright and pleasing from start to finish, combining as 1t does the best clements of burlesque and vau- devile. the entertainment by the Rice & Barton Gayety company now playing at the Gayety Is pleasing the many pat rons of that popular play house. The performance has all the charms of nov city and from curtain to curtain.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
Teller Garner.

zelier Garner, who was shot and nor tally wounded at Pel City Monday, died q St. Vincents hospital yesterday after noon. He was 24 years of age. and wds employed at Pell City. The body is be- ing held at the parlors of the Green un- dertaking company for instructions re- garding funeral arrangements.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
E. T. Shaw & Son, Undertakers.
Green Undertaking Company.

All lots are cared for and grass moved fee on both lots and graves at beauti- ful ElmwoCd cemetery. Single burial spaces from D. For information or H. lustrated booklet, telephone Bell 637, Peo- pies 225. Take Powderly, West End South Bessemer or Cleveland cars.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
DEATHS AND FUNERALS
Mrs. Minnie Parham.

Funefal services over the body of Mrs, Minnie Parham, aged 2 years, who died Monday at the family residence, PIP South Twenty y-ninth street, were held vest terday y afternoon at the residence at o'clock. The burial was in Woodlawn cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
Bursting Pipe Injures Four.

A bursting pipe at Williamson iron works yesterday afternoon slightly in- jured four men. A negro. John Gully, had to be taken to the hospital.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11
Byers Is Appreciative.

Police Officer Bud Byers wishes to thank all his friends on the police force and his outside friends, who so pleas antiy surprised him with beautiful we'd ding presents on his return last week.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-11

The office of the Alabama State Fair has been moved to the Fair Grounds on So. Ensley and North Bessemer car line. Call Bell phone 3378. Mail ad-