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The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
MEDALS STOLEN.
Valuable Decorations Taken From the
 Coat of Lieutenant Morris.

New York, May 27.--News of the theft by souvenir hunters or others of ten medals and decorations belonging to Lieu tenant Morris of the Japanese cruiser Chlosu. while that ship was at anchor here recently became known today through correspondence between naval of ficers, who have undertaken to find the missing decorations if possible.
 One day during the cruisers stay in this port Lieutenant Morris service blouse, on which was pinned the medals, hung behind a door leading to the officers quarters on the Chilose. While there someone cut the cloth on each side of the front of the blouse and carried away the medals Among the decorations were the Order of the Rising Sun. which was given to the Lieutenant by the Emperor for exceptional courage during the attack on Port Arthur; medals for his part in the yellow sea fight against the Russians and In the battle of the Yalu against the Chinese and one of gold presented to him for jumping overheard during storm and saving shipmate.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
YARDAMAN SPEAKS
 TO LARGE CROWD

Columbubs, Miss, May 27.-(Special.) J. in Columbus attending a meeting of the board of trustees of the Industrial Insti- ute and college and spoke tonight at the court house to one of the largest au- diences which has ever greeted a public speaker in Lowndes county.
 rour years ago Gov. Vardaman carried Lowndes county by a vote of two to one in the second primary election, and his friends clai mthat by reason of his splen- did administration he is even stronger with the people of this county than he was then.
 Gov. Vardaman was in fine form and caught inspiration from the presence of the large audience which frequently in- terrupted the speaker with enthusiastic applause. He began his speech by em- phasizing the importance of the inde- pendence and honesty of the individual voter doing his own thinking and per- hitting his ballot to register a freeman s will. He said that he thanked God that tho vote of the artisan counted for just as much as the vote of a United States senator, a governor or a millionaire.
 He said that he was not running for the senate against anybody, but rather for the office before the people, and for that reason he did not feel called upon to criticise and comment upon the short comings of any distinguished gentleman who might aspire for the same office, that if he had to win by breaking down the character of some other man that the price to pay for the office was too high and that he would not have 1t if he had to obtain It at the sacrifice of candor and fair play
 Gov Vardaman discussed the tariff imperialism, the government ownership of railroads and devoted the greater part of his time to the discussion of the race question.
 Referring to the question of the own ersnip of railroads by the government, Gov. Vardaman deprecated the fact that the personal interests of any man should lead him to misrepresent his (the gover- nor's) position on that question in order that he might profit by it politically. He said that he believed in private owner ship with the strictest government regu- lation
 Gov. Vardaman was introduced by Hon. z. P. Landrum, member of the Columbus bar. George R. Edwards. Jr., candidate for state treasurer and Hon. J. G, Spen- cer, candidate for state insurance com missioner, were present and addressed the large audience in behalf of their candi- dacies
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
MAY REACH AGREEMENT.
General obaldia Will Leave for Pan
 anna Very Soon.

New York, May 27.-Gen. Domingo Obaldia, minister of Panama at Wash ington, will arrive in this city tomorrow from the capital to prepare for his trip to Panama, where he VIII asusme the presidency in the absence of President Amador.
 President Amador will leave the isthmus on June 27 for a four months vacation. He will come here and then go to Europe.
 The Tribune tomorrow will say:
 Senor Arrange. who was member of the junta that organized the Panamian government, was sent here to treat with Minister Cortez of Colombia for a settle ment of the claim. which the Colombian government makes against Panama for It's share of the Colombia debt contracted before the isthmus state seeded from the republic. Negotiations have made slow progress. but have reached the point where it Is safe to predict that an agree ment will be reached under which Panama will pay about s1,oOO,oOO as its share of Colombia's indebtedness.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
4 man whose blood
cnunty School superintendents

Alabama is perhaps the only state in the union that permits any county to elect any one, no matter how unit, fo the office of county superintendent. Other states name some qualifications, but in Alabama any Jack who can command votes may become superin- tendent of the schools of a county. Alabama has had county school super tendents who could not read and write, and SD far as the law is concerned she may have more of that sort.
 A bill is pending in the legislature senate bill 259, house bill 582-that aims to put Alabama in line with the other states. This bill provides that the county board of education shall elect an actual teacher superintendent, and that teachers must hold a first grade or a life certificate. The county board is to name his salary, and 1t shall .caun, him to devote all his time 10 the supervision of the schools of the county. It is expected that the county board will elect a man who can mag netize and uplift the schools in his charge. It is not expected that it will eelect a mere disbursing agent, or a politician, but a practical, efficient school men.
 The pending bill should become a law. but it will not become law un- le-- the people of Alabama speak dis t;nctly and plainly. About sixty-seven county rings will be lined up against the bill. About sixty-seyen superin- tendents will oppose it. The pending bill makes the future county boards elective.
 Superintendent of Education Gun nells recognizes the need of better buperv:sion in the rural schools of this state. and he is urging the passage of the pending bill. We cannot have god rural schools unless we first pro- y.ae el..cient county supervision. We lack such supervision, and while we lack it our school moneys are to a great extent wasted. It is poor econ Lmy to appropriate money that is to be expended without proper super vision. It is not business-like. We need sem bill 253, house bill 5S2, and we rfeed it worse than a boy ever ded a whipping. It is up to the intelligent ,cople of Alabama to see that we get it despite the efforts of inc county politicians.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
ADJUSTMENTS
John Henry"


 Its Up to You, John Henry" George V. Hobart's comedy, in which Charley Grapewin and his company began a weeks engagement at the Bjou theatre last night, is a bright and entertaining show. The situations are novel and the complications just the sort to make peo- pie laugh. John Henry is the chap so many people have become acquainted with through the medium of MT. Ho- bart's books and Mr. Grapewin, by face figure and talents, is well suited to the role. John Henry is a merry, good hearted sort of fellow, but withad heed less of the future. In order to win the girl he loves he palms off country place as one which he has bought for his in- tended bride, when 1t Is in reality the property of a friend, Bunch Jefferson Bunch is also in love. His fiance and her relatives and John Henry's fance with an uncle arrive at the country home on the same day. There are lively times for while, which are rendered even more so by the appearance of a foreign countess and the meddling of several other persons who contribute to the discomfort of John IiCAiy eAihN HIS n Idpid SoSSSsSioii of minor incidents keep the fun going for three acts. The young men f1nallyeget out of their predicament, and John Henry gets the girl. The other characters are happily disposed of when the curtain falls on a delightful comedy, well played.
 Mr. Grapewin Is happily placed as the incorrigible John Henry, who has ready fabrication for every occasion and is never cast down by misadventures. His slangy lines were well delivered and he fitted the popular conception of John Henry to ndcety. Harry Jenkins as Bunch Jefferson gave him good support, and Anna Chance as John Henry's- iance was all that could be desired. Others who appeared to advantage were Fred Wayne as Rich Dawson, William Hal lett as Senator Peter Grant, William Hurst as Harmony Diggs. Bessfe Kyle as the flance of Bunch Jefferson, Tillie Sallinger as Mrs. Peter Grant and Charles Mor- ton as ''The Man Who Gets Up and Goes Out"
 There are many enjoyable comedy bits in the play and the situations throughout are quite original. The musical numbers won applause last night, notably the songs of the Ruraldene ql1arette and "Strolling," by MT. Grapewin and Miss Chance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
DAY OF CONTESTS
 AT HOWARD COLLEGE

The sophomore Reclamation contest held at 10:SO yestreday morning in the chapel of Howard college, was won by B. F. Hutto of Decatur. Mir. Hutto is a speaker of much ability. Last Satur- day he also won the Franklin. He Is the student private secretary to the pres ident
 In the afternoon at 3:30 the battalion and prize drill was held. l.. H. Cross land won the captains medal and the endurance medal was won by C. M. Dobo.
 The successful contestD in the junior oratorical contest held at s:3O p. m. was B. M Martin
 Congressman Tom Heflin of Alabama has consented to deliver the commence ment address next Wednesday, Judging from his past reputation rare treat is in store for all who may have the opportunity of hearing him.
 The programme of the graduating ex ercises will begin at 10:So a. m. and is as follows:
 Music. Invocation. Music. Grafton by I A Cook. Music Commencement ad- dress by J. Thomas Hefiin. Music. Vale dictory and awarding of diplomas by Pres ident Montague. Announcements by the nresident of the board of trustees. Music. Benediction.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
Jefferson Davis
guise.

The Richmond reunion of Confeder- ate Veterans will be rendered especial ly memorable by the unveiling on Mon day next, the anniversary of the birth of Jefferson Davis, of fine statue to his memory. The erection of this ex- pensive and enduring work of art is largely due to the labors of the Daugh- ters of the Confederacy, who took hold of the effort when it was wavering and hesitating and about perhaps to fail. They have carried it to splendid con summation which will last as long per haps as the republic does.
 Gen. Stephen D. Lee, commanding general of the veterans, suggests that at 2 o'clock on Monday next all who revere the memory of Jefferson Davis suspend all labor for period of five minutes. Let" says General Lee, "the locomotive with Its human freight be stopped on the rails, let the craft ply ing on our waters be anchored in mid stream, let the spindles in our cotton factories stand still, let the fly-wheels of all workshops cease their revolu- tions, and all the operatives join in paying tribute to answering patriot ism and unconquerable loyalty"
 General Lees request will no doubt be freely respected from one end of the south to the other Remember the hour-at ? o'clock on Monday next, when for five minutes every man, woman and child, capitalists and labor CTS alike, with barred and bowed heads, should unite for five minutes to do homage to the fidelity and ability of Jefferson Davis.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
IN HOTEL LOBBIES
Newfanaled Sleeping Car.

had an experience last night on suburban car line that I shall long re- member" said gentleman yesterday who was stranger in the city. T arrived In Birmingham Sunday morning and hay ing an old friend over at Bnsley I went over to see him. I started back about ''SO and the car ran so smoothly for awhile that I dropped off to sleep had lost sleep in travelling and the rattle Of the rails had a soothing effect but did not sleep long.
 Suddenly I awoke with the feeling that something was wrong but couldn't TOT the life of me decide whether I was awake or dreaming. The car was dark and still as death but in the gloom heard voice say 'Wots de matter wid de juice? I rubbed my eyes and blinked while low voices talked away a short dis stance ahead of me l finally came to the conclusion that the current of elec- tricity was off and that the car had stopped out on the line and far away from any dwelling.
 | was a little alarmed at first but | recollected that the street car company was having trouble and that a deputy sheriff was on the car so I sat in silence for a long time and finally dozed off again.
 T awoke later with a crlek in my neck. and hearing nothing I called out but re- ceiVed no response. Standing up I saw a little blaze under a tree near by and going out saw three or four men sitting around a fire. I went out to them and asked:
 How long have we been here?
 About three hours
 When will we get away?
 Don't know
 Can't we get back to Ensley or some where else?
 You might. We have to stay with the car
 'l didn't relish going alone, so I staved St"lth the car too. and stayed in that graveyard like neighborhood till daylight came finding us curled up on the seats With cramps In our backs The juice soon came on and we got back to Bir- mingham very much the worse for wear. then found out that a fire had cut the cable connection"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
Plans of Press Association.

R. E. l.. Nell of Selma, president of the Alabama Press association, Is in Bir- mlngham to attend the sessions of the grand council of Alabama, Red Men. MT Nell IS enthusiastic over the prospects for good meeting of the Alabama Press association at Montgomery in July.
 we are planning a very interesting programme" said MT. Nell, "and 1t looks as though we are going to have A nice attendance this year. It has been charged In certain quarters that the press asso- citation would go to pieces now that rail- road passes have been withdrawn from newspaper men, but 1t appears that there is feeling of pride among the fraternity which resents this imputation and threatens to assert itself by bringing to- gether one of the largest crowds that we have ever had at an association meet ing.
 In addition to the programme for the meeting we have planned a trip which promises to be of unusual interest, es- pecially to those of us who are inter- ested Ill Alabama and the historical asso- ciations of the past. We are going to make steamboat trip from Montgomerv down the Alabama river to Mobile. The trip will require three days each way and promises to be an Ideal summer out ing. A boat has been chartered for the party and some interesting side trips nave been planned. For instance we will stop at Selma, where some novs things are being arranged for the entertainment of the visitors, and we will also visit old Cahaba, which was formerly the capital of Alabama. There is little to see there nowadays, but those interested in history can picture the scenes of the past and vist the few remaining landmarks.
 "One day will be spent at Mobile and there is always something interesting to see in this historic old town. Altogether we expect to have one of the most de- lightful meetings in the associations his- tory.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
Work of Railroad Y. M. c. A.

A friend of the Young Mems Christian association yesterday called attention to the good judgment of those In charge of the railroad branch of the association. Tt seems to me quite proper" said he, that the Young Mems Christian associa- ton at the car barn of the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company has gone out of existence during the present difficulties between the employers and employees.
 Since last Saturday the branch has been entirely discontinued, awaiting a settlement of the differences. The asso- ciation was established, with funds of the company, for the benefit of its em- ployes. and their membership ticket is es- pecially granted on the condition that they remain in the employ of the com pany
 'At the same time, as long as the con ditions remain as at present the secre- taries do not seem willing to mix up in the matter. The association at the car barn has done world of good for the men.
 "There seems to have been an opinion in the minds of some that the associa- ton is harboring the strike breakers. While these men are using the old rooms of the association. the rooms are the property of the railroad company The object of the institution is to devolep the mind body and spirit of its members, and not to take any hand in politics or labor troubles
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

has worked well because 1t concen- trates power and enables the people to hold one board responsible for all that takes place. The scheme, too, calls for the utmost publicity. All meetings of the commissioners are to be public, and monthly itemized statements Of moneys received and disbursed are to be published. The plan has thus far worked we'll in the Texan cities, and some believe 1t will yet overflow the bounds of that big commonwealth to spread widely in other states.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
At the Hippodrome.

The Hippodrome has secured one of the most novel vaudeville acts for Wednes day. Thursday, Friday and Saturdays nights and Saturday matinee that has ever been to Birmingham It is Rogers and Clifton, who have great combina- ton of stunts, including the suspension act, the moving pictures and the trunk mystery. The latter is said to be one of the stranSest and most interesting acts in vaudeville. It consists of tying man and placing him in a bag and tying the bag, then putting him in box that is securely roped. In few seconds the curtain is drawn and the man stands beside the box released, and the woman is found in his place inside the box, tied and roped as he was.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
COTTON CONFERENCE.
Harvie Jordan Speaks for the United
 States.

Vienna, May 27.-The international cot ton conference was opened here today. There are over 250 delegates in attend ance and the sessions will last for three days. Today MT. Macar for Gre ain and Harvie Jordan for the United States delivered addresses, in which they reviewed the efforts of their respective governments to put stop to illgitimate speculation in cotton.
 The delegates were received by Elm. peror Francis Joseph at the Hofburg this afternoon and were briefly welcomed to Vienna, by his majesty.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
Property Is Missinu.

Allentown, Pa, May 27.-Gems val ued at about 5000 and accident insur- ance policies aggregating $50,000 are missing from the office of Louis M. Ellenberger of this city, a member of Raiah Temple, and his wife. who were killed in the wreck of the Mystic snriners train at Honda, Cal. The box containing the Ellenberger effects was received today by counsel for the estate, who found that most of the jewels that MT. and Mrs. Ellenberger wore when they left on the trip, to- gether with the accident policies, were gone. It is supposed that the gems and policies were stolen.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
I LOVE THEE.
By Thomas Hood.

By Thomas Hood. I love thee! I love thee
 Iris all that I can say It is my vision in the night, My dreaming in the day The very echo of my heart, The blessing when I pray, I love thee. 1 love thee
 Iris all that l can say I love thee, I love theel
 Is ever on my tongue; In all my proudest poesy, That chorus still is sung It is the verdict of my eyes Amidst the gay and young; I love theel I love thee!
 l thousand maids among. I love thee. I love thee.
 Thy bright and hazel glance, The mellow lute upon those lips, Whose tender tones entrance. But most, dear heart of hearts. thy
 proofs,
 That still these words enhance; I love thee; l love thee
 Ehatever be thy chance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
REFLECTIONS OF A BACHELOR.

From the NeW YorK PreSS.
 It's gambling on sure thing when it's an open work shirt waist.
 A woman wears things to match her complexion even when she hasn't any.
 The most fun a woman gets out of be- ing rich Is looking down on those who aren't.
 A man could affod lot more necessities if his family couldn't afford so many lux uries.
 A hard thing to do Is to laugh at the Jokes you expect other people to laugh ct when you tell them
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

The Standard oil company will not get of with a reprimand at the hands of the commissioner of corporations, for the interstate commission proposes to haul the octopus up and cut off some of It's tentacles.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

It is a crime in Berlin to stick out ones tongue at the Kaiser. Here 1t would be bad manners to stick out a tongue to our Kaiser, and it might not be altogether prudent, for he carries a big stick.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28
Dental Society Meets Tonight

The Jefferson County Dental Society will meet tonight in the city hall for it's regu- lar meeting. F. A. Irwin will read paper on 'SThe Business Man of In- dustry,'' and the rest of the evening will be taken up with clinical discussions
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

The Knoxville Sentinel says there is a man in Birmingham who has slept six weeks, probably referring to the Kansas City man. Very few people in Birmingham get enough sleep.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

When Commodore Peary has collect ed hundred thousand dollars he will go north to recuperate and rest.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

William and Mabelle propose to go to housekeeping even if Willie does lose his job.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

Presidential booms were not bit injured by the frosts and sleet. They are nothing if not hardy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

Ohio is alert, but no scared. She is simply carrying great deal of politics to the square inch.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

Senator Bourne of Oregon seems to have taken charge of the third-term movement.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

Abe Hummel and Abe Ruef should reach out and shake hands acrcvis a continent, for they are two cherries on a single stem.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

Washington Is now pestered with a rival on both sides-Pine Knot on the south and Oyster Bay on the north.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

The government has spent $270,000 as special counsel fees in fighting the trusts, and it was money well spent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

The farmers who could not get cars to haul their wheat to market are do- ing the chuckling now.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

Boss-controlled legislatures never pass laws providing for primaries.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

The poets breakfast food and toilet soap ride docile Pegasus.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

Convict Abe Hummel complains that his striped suit is loose and baggy. Others think 1t a good fit.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

A movement to erect a monument to Stanford White Is unnecessary. The Thaw trial is monument enough.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

May Irwin's name in the future will be Mrs. Kurt Eisfeldt, That is what she gets for marrying her press agent,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

MT Fairbanks is as noiseless as he is cold. He slips from spot to spot, picking up delegates, and no one sees him do it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

In the mural designs of the Carnegie institute female figures were barred. Pittsburg may not be ethical, but it is shrewd.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

It is distressing to see how many good spenders" are getting into trouble.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

Mexico is getting a paddle ready to use on its small but vexatious neigh bors.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

False eyelashes have been added to the artificialities of the day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

Newport Is said to be picking up. There is plenty of room for improve ment
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

The time has come to brush up ones Japanese. BanZai!
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-05-28

Howard Gould seems to be trying to break into the Harry Thaw class.