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The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-04-18

There has been no more faithful
Official than City Collector and Treas
urer John R. Steel. he has done his
work well, and the Telegram believes
be should be fully remunerated for
the service he renders to the city.
Though his salary has been fixed and
is no higher than for years, with the
work greater. arrangements should
be made by the council to either give
him assistance in the work Of his
Office or reimburse him properly for
the labor and responsibility.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-04-18

Our beloved neighbor talks as If
it thought it had the rigt to name
the police and other officers OF the
city, but the people certainly dele
gated no such power or authority to
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-04-18
IN Extra Session .

There is every probability that
Governor Dawson win cali special
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-04-18

Love B. Scott and Eva o. snider.
William Nutter and Gay leila Tai
bolt.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-04-18

We sell the well known Kfppeu-
dorf-Dittman Co.'S shoes and oxfords
for women. and no one claims TO
have better or more stylish shoes of
oxfords for the money. $3.50 to IS.
Patent and Wei, lace, button orr
hluehcr.
The daily telegram. [volume] (Clarksburg, W. Va.) 1901-1926, 1907-04-18
MARRIAGE LICENSES.

Marriage licenses have been issued
as follows:
George NJ. Bibble and Dovie E.
Swager
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
BESSEMER RUN OFF COMES ON MONDAY Little Time is Given to Candi-
 dates for Work BIRTHDAY Is UNOBSERVED Old Citizens Tell of Wonderful Prog ress Made By Bessemer During the Past Twenty Years.
 General News.
BIRTHDAY Is UNOBSERVED

Bessemer April 12.-(Special)-Tha Bessemer is sated with political cam paigns is made manifest by the decision of the chairman of the city democratic executive committee setting next Monday for the primary run-off when the unde- cided contests for nominations are 10 be settled and a nomina tion made for chief of police. This decision is not entirely satisfactory to the candidates but they have accepted the inevitable philosoph- ically and are busy rounding up voters and persuadng them to vote a certain way on the final ballot.
 The race for chief of police is the most interesting contest. as the candidates are all experienced men and have their fol- lowing Chief Christlieb asks for re- election, passing his claims on service in the citys protective department and an unfinished term. T. B. Wallace is a former chief and holds his record up for public recognition. W. s. Patton is chief of detectives and he hopes that his re- cord as an officer will carry weight in the primary.
 All doubts as to the possibility of am other candidate for the office of police chief were removed this afternoon by the announcement of Deputy Sheriff George w. Jones that he will not enter the race. He says that he is very well satisfied with his present position and does not care to change even if there were a manifestation on the part of the public that he should become d candidate. There have been rumors for some time that MT. Jones would announce for this office, but this announcement leaves only three can uidates in the field.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
SOCIETY.
BY ANNIE PERRY REID. Bell Telephone 1897.
MISS COSBY ENTERTAINs.


 Miss Leone Cosby gave very elabor- ate brides luncheon yesterday at 1 o'clock at the beautiful colonial home of her pa- rents, Mr. and Mrs. w. NJ. Cosby.
 The luncheon was given in honor of Mrs. Knecht, formerly Miss Bessie Plos- ser, who was recently married, and Miss Kate Bradshaw, who will be married in the near future to MT. Clarence Ballard.
 The table decorations were beautiful and in every respect were suggestive of brides.
 In the center was large vase Of brides roses, in this vase of roses were tiny little satin pincushions with lace covers, to each was tied a streamer of narrow ribbon that was attached to each guest 5 place card. These were dainty heart shaped water colors of brides.
 The guests of honor received copies of Wedding Bells.
 From the chandelier white tulle and green satin robbon were festooned in long loops to the ends of the tables.
 An elaborate luncheon consisting of nine courses was served and the ices with the game course were frozen to repre- sent a bunch of green grapes.
 The cream was served in a nest of spun candy in delicate shades of green.
 After the luncheon a guessing contest was enjoyed, each question asked being answered by the name of some delicaey that was served
 The invited guests included Mrs. Knecht Miss Bradshaw, Miss Ava Hefdt, Miss Grace Harde Miss Edith Caldwell, Miss Florence Ballard and Miss Mary Bradshaw
 Miss Cosby has entertained frequently. and her parties are always brilliant. She is one of the prettest and most popu- lar of the younger society set, and is an ideal host
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
No Birthday Observance.

Bessemer's twentieth birthday was not
 observed today, but many citizens were heard to express regret that such obser- ance did not take place. An effort was made several weeks since to arrange for some sort of celebra tion but the project fell through as those who would be the natural leaders in such ceremonies were prevented by absence from the city from taking the initiative. Bessemer's wonder ful strides in twenty years was the sub ject of remark and feleitation by many prominent pioneer citiizens today. TheI 6 are but few now living here who came here in 1887. G. H. Stevenson, a promi- nent real estate man. is a pioneer, hay ing cast his lot with Bessemer's for tunes in June 1887, two months after the founding of the city. MT. Stevenson said that when he came here there were only Il few shacks in the town. Mrs. Van Cleve ran big boarding house near the iron furnaces, which was the only ac- rommoda tion to be had outside of tents pr box cars. He said that he and num-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

pastor, the Rev. D. C. Limbaugh, his subject being 'The Divine Fatherhood and Our Human Childhood" this being one of a series of sermons on the general topic of the Unitarian Doctrine
 The Unitarian church is two piocks northeast of Five Points. and may De reached by the Twenty-third street car.
 Services will be held at the Southside Rantist church tomorrow at the usual hours II a. rn and D. m. Prof. ,. r. I,eavell of Oxford Miss, one of the prom inent sneakers of the Sunday school con vention will deliver an address on sun day school work at the Il o'clock serNices, and will also address the sunday schooi teachers and workers of the BlrinihshaH district at 8 o'clock Sunday aliernoon The Rev Dr. H. P. McCornhch, pdSeoi will preach at the evening servlces' as usual.
 The Rantist Young Peoples union or the First Baptist church VIII hoiu US repular meeting in the parlors of the Sunday school tomorrow evening al o'clock. as usual The subject under dls- cussion for the evening Will De; Heie ,ditv As An Aid to Wisdom The pro' gram,ne follows: Its Value in Mental Development." Tim. 1885, paper by Miss Marie Tanner. ''rhe Good Effect of Good Ancestors of Jews,' w. K. Jordan ..-rbe Rad Effect of Good Ancestors of Jews" J. B. Atkinson.
 The regular services will be held at the First Methodist church tomorrow morning at Il o'clock and in the evening at 7:45 o'clock, as usual. There will be preaching at both morning and evening services by the pastor. the Rev. Dr. James A Duncan. his sermon at the evening services being addressed especially to the young people of the congregation. There will be a special song service Sun day evening. the chorus of about loO voices. which sang for the Sunday school convention, furnishing the music. At St. Johns Methodist church tomor-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
TO MEET MISS CURTIS.

An interesting gathering will be held on Monday morning from 10 to 12 o'clock at the home of Mrs. R. H. Pearson to give the people of Birmingham who are interested in bridge whist an opportuni- ty to meet Miss Annie Curtis of Little' Rock, Ark.
 Miss Curtis has come to Birmingham through the influence of some of the most prominent of the society women who are interested in whist, and the above occa- sion will give all who are interested in her course of teachings an opportunity Of talking to her and getting q general idea of how the instructions are to be given, and also to arrange for the classes.
 All who feel that they would like to discuss the matter with Miss Curtis are cordially invited, and in attending not any one will oblige themselves to become q member of the class.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
High Pressure Days.

Men and women alike have to work in- cessantly with brain and hand to hold their own nowadays. Never were the de- mands of business, the wants of the fam ily the requirements of society, more numerous. The first effect of the praise worthy effort to keep up with all these things is commonly seen in a weakened or debilitated condition of the nervous system, which results in dyspepsia. de- fective nutrition of both body and brain. and in extreme cases in complete ner- vous prostration. It is clearly seen that what is needed is what will sustain the system give vigor and tone to the nerves, and keep the digestive and assimilative functions healthy and active. From per solal knowledge. we can recommend Hoods Sarsaparila for this purpose. It acts on all the vital organs. builds up the whole system, and fits men and women for these high pressure days.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
TO ENTERTAIN THE PHlLATHIAs.

On Friday evening, April 19 the Baraoa class or the First Baptist church will entertain the Philathia class and their friends in the parlors of the church.
 A very interesting programme has been prepared which will be enjoyed by all. There will be several short talks, solo, and other things to help make the even ing pleasant. After the exercises, refresh ments will be served.
 Each member of the Phiahtia class is cordially invited to bring two of her gen. tlemen friends.
 Each Baraca is expected to bring a young lady. Of course they can bring more if they like. Although these two classes were recently organized, they are growing very fast, and are doing spien- dd work. Visitors are always welcome, and are promised an hour of profit as well as enjoyment, whenever they come to the class.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
NORTH HAVEN SOCIAL CLUB.

Mrs. Hall entertained the members of the North Haven Social club on Thursday afternoon at her home on Jesper street, in North Haven.
 An oldfashioned spelling bee was held. The first prize, q and-made handker- chief was won by Mrs. H. D. S. Spiva. and the consolation prize, which was drawn from d bunch of violets, fell to Mrs. Otto Fischer, was box of bons.
 The next meeting of the club will be held on April % by Mrs. c. B. Holt, at the home of her mother Mrs. LeRoy Holt, 1161 Woodlawn avenue and to this the wives of the members of the club will be invited, and each of the young ladies will ask friend among the young men.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
CELEBRATING BOTH
 ANNIVERSARY,

Mrs Augusta Cheney is celebrating her 90th birthday today at d reception at her home on Monroe street, says the Montgomery Journal Mrs Cheney is much beloved by old and young and large number of her friends have called upon her during the day to extend greet ings and best wishes. Mrs. Cheney was belle and Heauty of a number of years ago. and it is remarkable in that she re- tans to this advanced age much of the brillancy of mind, graceful movement and bright manner of her younger days.
 Among the out-of-town guests were Capt. and Mrs F. P. O'Brien.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
Victim of Peculiar Accident.

H. D. Keith was the victim of a pe- cular accident Thursday afternoon. He was in his buggy with two children at the corner of Sixth avenue and Six teenth street. watching the balloon ascen- sion and in his absorbed gaze upon the aeronaut descending in his parachute he forgot the big balloon which. colapsing. sank like a shot and enVeloped horse man and buggy in it's black smoking folds and overturned the whole outfit. For tunately the children were not injured. but MT. Keith is walking around today with a dislocated sholder.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
BRUNER-SIMPSON.

The following invitation has been is- sued, says the Montgomery Journal:
 "Mr. James Morris Simpson requests the pleasure of your company at the mar riage of his daughter, John Patterson, to John Malard Bruner, on the afternoon of Tuesday, the 23d of March, at o'clock. At home. Mountain Creek"
 Miss Simpson has frequently visited Birmingham as the guest of her sister. Mrs James Smollen. She was the re- cpient of a great deal of social attens tion from the younger social set.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The prosperity of Bessemer is amply evident by the fact that there is not a vacant residence in the city The real estate men say there is not residence for rent and not a vacant business house to be found. .>umbers of residences are now being erected and there IS a greater demand than supply.
 In addition to the activity in real es- tate circles as relates to the white popu- lation substantial progress Is noted among the negro population. Negro miners are saving their money and in Vesting in homes. as the realize it is a greater advantage to own home than to rent one. These miners are building in the town or in the newest suburbs and sending their children to school,
 Property values are also advancing slightly, say the real estate dealers, and rents are said to be about 10 per cent higher than year ago, which indicates the effect of the demand for residences
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
POWEIL-SMITH,

The following invitations have been received by friends here:
 MT. and Mrs. Mcqueen Smith re- quest the honor of your presence at the marriage of their daughter, Sarah Asen- ath, to Mir. Benjamin Philip Powell on Thursday evening, April 20, l9O1, at { clock, Baptist church. Prattville.'
 Miss Smith has been frequent visitor to Birmingham as the guest of relatives and the announcement of her approach ing marriage will be interesting to them.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
Personal and General.

Extensive Improvements are to be made in the Steiner block by the new owner. Tom Mcdonald. Elevators and steam heat are to be installed and the building rendered modern in every respect.
 Mrs. M. Goodloe Of Gainesville, Ala. is visiting Mrs. J. H. Fulton on Dart mouth avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
pRICKETT-HIlL.

The following invitations rave been re- ceived:
 Mir. and Mrs. John Edmund Hill request the honor of your presence at the mar riage of their daughter, Nelle Walters, to MT William Clifton Priclsett, on the evening of April 2i, 1907, at o'clocS. Simpson Methodist Episcopal church. Bir- mingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
Horses Run Away.

Athens, April 12.-(Special.) .)-Dr J. S. Crutcher of this place met with an ac- cident that came near being very seri- ous last night seven miles west of Athens. A breast strop of his team broke, al- lowing the buggy tongue to drop. This frightened the team and they ran. The physician was thrown out and the vehicle passed over his body, cutting his head and bruising him very much
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

Articles of incorporation were filed in the probate court yesterday by the Peo- ple's Loan and Guarantee company. which proposes to carry on general real es- state rental and, loan business in Bir- mingham The authorized capital stock of the company is placed at s25.ooo, bu. it will begin business with only $8ooo paid in. The officers and directors elected for the first year are the following: s. w. Wiggings. president; A. J. Gordon, vice president; John P. Lawrence secretary, Oliver M. Groson, treasurer; C. H. Will Hams and Isaac Burt
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
Simultaneous Deaths.

Phenix City, April 12.-(Special, )-Mrs~ Minnie Young, aged a2 years, and Mrs Mary Barnes, aged 2 years. two of the oldest and best known residents of this city died yesterday afternono, the two deaths occurring within thirty minutes of each other.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
Epworth League Benefit.

very successful entertainment was given at the court house tonight under the auspices of the Epworth league of the First Methodist church. Lewis Spen- oer Daniel of Kentucky was the enter taned and gave readings from String town on the Pike" and other selections. A large audience enjoyed the programme and a neat sum was realized.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

Der of others boarded at this place and were glad to get shelter, three in bed. The house was built to accommodate seV enty-five, but 150 men found lodging there for q long time.
 "The postoffice was in box car" said MT. Stevenson. while other cars were used for business offices and for lodging. Among the present citizens of Besse mer who came that year are w. D. Fay Tor, J. c. Currie, Dr. T. F. Robinson, Dr. E. P. Lacy. P. Gillin, J. H. Hard II. w. Crook and w. II. H. Judson, the last named establishing the first newspaper in Bessemer.''
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
Are Still Suffering.

Chattanooga. Tenn, April 12.-(Special) Miss Alice McGowan telegraphs from Englewood, N. J., that she and her sis ter are still suffering from injuries they received in the Helicon hall fire Neither is able to leave the house. and it may be months before eithr is able to work
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

At the East Lake Baptist church to- morrow the regular services will be held in the morning at Il o'clock and in the evening at 7:30. There will be preaching by the pastor
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The Rev IT. R. Osborne will preach at the regular services at the Simpson Methodist church tomorrow morning at Il o'clock and in the evening at 7:45 o'clock, usual.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
ST. PAUL'S SOCIETIES.

The various ladies societies of St. Paurs parish will hold an entertainment at the Morris next Tuesday for the benefit of the charities of the church. It will be one of the most attractive social events of the Eastertide.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

There will be the usual services at the Second Presbyterian church tomorrow morning at Il o'clock and In the evening at 7;30 o'clock. the Rev [. D. Mooney, pastor, preaching at both services.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The regular services will be held at the First Christian church tomorrow morning at Il o'clock and in the evening at 8 o'clock, as usual
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

At the First Baptist church tomorrow there will be preaching by the pastor, the Rev Dr. A. J. Dickinson at the regu- lar services at Il q. m. and 7:45 ?. m., as usual.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The regular services will be held at All Saints Episcopal church. on Twenty ninth street, between Avenue F and Ave- nue G, tomorrow evening at 7:3O o'clock, as usual. There will be the usual even ing prayer and sermon
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The Rev. Dr. I. D. Steele will preach at the First Cumberland Presbyterian church tomorrow at the usual services at Il a. m. and D. m. Dr. Steele will preach at the Il o'clock services on Enemies of Boys and Men"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

There will be the usual services at the Westminster Presbyterian church tomor- row morning at Il o'clock. and in the evening at 7:3o. The Rev. Frank Marston, pastor, will preach at both services.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The Rev. Dr. J. c. Hidden will meet his Bible class in the main auditorium of the First Baptist church tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock This class is under the auspices of the Baraca class. and is open to all who may choose to join.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The Rev. J. C. Persinger will preach at both morning and evening services at the Avondale Methodist church tomor- row, as usual.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

Services will be held at the Twenty seventh Street Baptist church tomorrow morning at II o'clock and in the evening at 7:50 o'clock, as usual.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

Tomorrow at the North Hlghlands Baptist church there will be preachlhg by the pastor. the. Rev James D. Ray.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The Rev Father Kitriek will celebrate mass in Mercantile hall, North Birmlng- ham. tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The regular services will be held at the Woodlawn Presbyterian church tomor- TOW, the Rev ". J. Caldwell, pastor, preaching at both morning and evening services.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The Primitive Baptists will hold ser vices at Woodlawn station on the East Lake car line tomorrow morning at Il o'clock. All who are interested are cor dially invited to attend these services.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

At the German Lutheran Zion church. on the corner of Avenue B and Nine teenth street. the regular services will be held tomorrow morning at 10.30 o'clock, the Rev. F. w. Weidmann, pastor, of ficiating, as usual
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

Services will be held at the First Pres byterian church tomorrow at II a. m. and 7:41 D. m.. as usual, the Rev. Dr. J. w. Stagg, pastor, occupying the pulpit at both morning and evening services.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The regular services will be held at the German Evangelical church, on the corner of Avenue F and Twenty first street as usual. tomorrow morning at II o'clock, and in the evening at 7:30 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The regular services will be held in the hall of the First Church of Christ Scientist, tomorrow morning at II o'clock, as usual The subject of the lesson sermon will be the Doctrine of Atone ment"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The regular services will be held at the Fountain Heights Baptist church tomor- TOW. the Rev. W. s. Brown. pastor, preaching at both morning and evening services. Evening services will be held at s o'clock
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
NOTES AND PERSONALS.

Mir. Clarence Agee and two daughters. Miss Lucy Randolph and Miss Anne Hund- ley Agee of Selma, are the guests of MT and Mrs. J. B. Reid at their home on South Fourteenth avenue.
 Capt. and Mrs F. P. Brien are the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13
AT THE CHURCHES.

At the Church of Our Lady of Sorrows. Sunday masses will be at s and 10 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The regular services will he held in the hall of the Orthodox Greek church, on Third avenue between Twenty-first and Twenty-second streets. tomorrow morn- ing at 10:30 o'clock. There will be preach- ing by the Rev. K. Kanellas, as usual
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

Services at Christs Episcopal church, Avondale, will be held tomorrow as fol- lows Sunday school at 930 o'clock and evening prayer. holy communion and ser mon by the rector in the evening at 7:3O o'clock
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

The regular services will be held at the Fountain Heights Methodist church tomorrow morning at II o'clock and in the evening at 7:3O o'clock. there being preaching by the pastor at both services.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-13

There will be the usual services of the Pilgrim Congregational church to- morrow morning at II o'clock, in the chapel of the Pollock-Stepehens institute. the Rev. George E. Estes, pastor, preach ing.