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The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
TRIAL OF BLACK
 HAND MEMBERS
SCORE OF FOREIGNERS CHARGED WITH HAVING TERRORIZED HUNDREDS BY THREATS OF THE ORGANIZATION.

Wilkesbarre, Pa, April 22--More than charged with being members of the 'Black Hand" and connected with num- erous crimes, several of them are also charged with being the leaders of the 'Blanck Hand" Hundreds of foreign fam flies in this section have for several years lived in a state bordering on terror as a result of threats made by this myster- ious organization, which in many cases have been followed up with murder. The Pennsylvania eonstabulary has given much attention to the Black Hand" The men on trial were arrested in February at the instance of District Attorney Sals- burg.
 Thirty men were captured and with the exception of ten. who were released after habeas corpus proceedings, were held without bail for trial.
 The men who exposed the personnel of the society are Charles Salvatore and James Ritz of Brownton.
 The prosecution of these men began in. the early part of last year. when a let ter was slipped under their door demand ing $500 lest the entire Ritz family de- cided to be annihilated.
 The district attorney produced his bill of particulars at the morning session and the taking of testimony was begun. Sev- eral witnesses swore they received threat ening letters demanding as high as $500. and saying that if the money was not paid their homes would be burned.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
FOR MRS. FRYE.

Mrs, Frank A. Nelson, Jr., gave a beau tiful luncheon Saturday at noon in honor of Mrs. N. A. Frye of Anniston, who is the guest of MT. and Mrs. J. H. Frye.
 The table was beautifully decorated with American beauties and asparagus ferns The place cards were water colors, representing tiny baskets of ripe fruit. Among the guests were Mrs. Frye, Mrs. John H. Frye. Mrs. R. C. Bankston, Mrs. J. NJ Caldwell. Mrs. Sterling Foster, Mrs. Huckabee, Mrs. s. w. Slaton, Miss Fan nie Graham. Mrs James Wood and Mrs. J. W Stagg. Mrs. Nelson has given number of elaborate parties during the past season and her parties are always delightful.
 The luncheon was very informal. but thoroughly enjoyable.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
SOCTE TETY.
BY ANNIE PERRY REID.
 Bell Telephone 1897.
OPPORTUNITIES FOR HOUSEKEEPERs.

Although yesterday was such a miser- able day. quite a number of interested housekeepers, and a few gentlemen, at tended the cooking classes. In the morn- ing at Fox's hall on Fourth avenue and Nineteenth street Mrs Lily Haxworth Wallace of Brooklyn gave lessons in simple and dainty dishes for informal entertainments. consisting of several va rieties of sandwishes and delicate wafers, which were served to the guests and heartily approved. Mrs. Wallace will give q special lesson this morning a 1920 o'clock on pastry making, and her recipe for .1emon custards are favorites wher- ever she goes She is sood talker and has a strata of humor in her nature that gives life and recr4at'cn to her hearers and her lessons are practical demonstra- tions of years of preparations in the science of cooking, not only the mixing of dishes, but easy methods of obtaining results, considering economy in time, ma terial anG fuel.
 The afternoon of yesterday from to 1 the lessons were given in the demon stration hall' of the Birmingham Rail way. Light and Power company by Miss Sarah Elizabeth Craig of the Boston Cooking school. AS a pupil of Miss Janet Mckenzie Hill she has inherited much of her skill in pleasing the appetites of her pupils Miss Craig is a judge of good dishes and prepares them with much ease. Her mutton chops, served with ris- otto, were a perfect success, and her blended seasoning made most delightful com bination; then strawberry puffs with the strawberry sauce were an acceptable finish to a day of tasting the good things of life. Miss Craig, besides being an ex- cellent cook, is woman of most pleas ant address. and enters into her work heart and soul. She will give lesson this morning at 10 o'clock and again in the afternoon at o'clock. To these lec- lures the public is cordially invited. and the women of our city should realize that these are opportunities of great value, where two proficient women trained by the best schools of both continents, have been secured to give valuable lessons free of all cost to the public, treating or sub jects of vast importance to the health and comfort of our homes. They mean much more than a simple tasting for the day; they are needed by every house. keeper, no matter how much she already knows. From those who make study of any art there is much to be gained. And just now, too much cannot be done to place the southern women beyond the dependence of our wandering help. for the present condition among the servants today is deplorable, and vastly annoying. Patience forbearance, consideration and good pay do not guarantee the services or a cook, so the housekeepers have new profession to encounter, and these les sons are certainly helpful. We all agree with Owen Meredith, Civilized man can not live without cooks"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
PATTERSoN-AUSTIN,

MT. and Mrs. William E. Austin of At lanta have announced the engagement of their daughter Lottie, to Mir Ernest Brown Patterson of that city. This en- gagement will be interesting to Miss Aus tins many friends here. She lived in this city when but quite child, and since her debut has visited here as the guest of her sister. Mrs. George Bates Kelley. Miss Austin Is a very pretty and attrac- tive young woman, and always Is the re- cipient of marked social attention while in this city.
 Tie prospective groom is the son of MT. and Mrs. w. H. Patterson of Atlanta, and belongs to one of the most prominent families in the state of Georgia. The mar riage will take place on Wednesday, the Eth of June
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
BANDIT CHIEF TO BE
 DEPORTED TOITALY
ALFANO, LEADER OF THE CRiMI- NAL SOCIETY CAMoRRA, IS DIS. CHARGED ON MURDER CON- PLANT.

New York, April 22.-Enrico Alfano, al- legged leader in Italy of the secret and criminal society, Camorra of Naples, who was arrested in this city last week during the police raid in the east side, today was turned over to the immigra- ton authorities, by whom he will be de- ported to Italy. Alfano escaped from that country shortly after the mysterious murder of one Cuccoio and his wife. crimes of which Alfano and other work CTS in the ranks of the Camorra are ac- cused Fear of Cuccolos ascendency in power in the Camorra is mentioned as the motive for the murders.
 When Alfano was arrested he was brought into the Tombs court on the charge of murder. The case went over until today. pending the arrival of legal documents from Italy but in the mean time the Italian detectives in charge of the arest were advised to submit the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
AYERs.PoWELL.

Tonight at St. Johns Episcopal church in Montgomery the marriage of Miss Nell Powell to MT. Frederick Ayers of New York will be solemnzed Miss Powell for merly lived in Birmingham with her brother, Prof Edward Powell, but she was originally a Montgomery girl.
 MT. Ayers recently visited Birmingham and made a number of friends here. Miss Powell, besides being unusually at tractive young woman, Is a brilliant mu- sician, having received an unusual amount of praise from the critics during her four years of study in the Art School of New York
 During the two years she was in Bir- mngham she made number of friends, who will be interested to know of her approaching marriage. Among the out of town guests at their marriage is Prof. E. G. Powell of this city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
MRS. J. MORGAN SMITH
 CONTAMINATED,

When the National Continental Society of the Daughters of American Revolution held it's election in Washington few days ago a very just honor was conferred upon one of Alabama's ablest and most pouplar women when Mrs. J. Morgan Smith Of this city was elected among the vice presidents general of the entire or ganization of D. A. R,'s. Mrs. Smith will fill the office with ability, having served as regent for the state organiza- ton for a number of years, and during her years of offce when the chapters were not thoroughly organized, she evinced wonderful influence and executive ability and won for herself the love and
 admiration of the entire membership of Alabama When the congress of the state met in this city Mrs. Smith ten
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
BEST NUMBER OF PRACTICAL
 ADVERTISING.
Daily Newspapers Unite in creditine Current Number of This Maga- zine, Published by St. Elmo
 Massengale, as Finest In
 It's Entire History,

That the April number of Practical Ad- Vertising, the monthly magazine pub lfshed by the Massengale Advertising Agency of Atlanta, has made a real and genuine impression is proved by the many complimentary comments which 1t has received at the hands of the newspapers throughout Georgia and the entire south
 An extract or two from the editorial com-
 ments in the Atlanta Constitution and the Atlanta Journal are but representative of
 the many fattering notices received from
 the press at large.
 The Atlanta Constitution. reviewing the April number, says, in part:
 The April number of Practical Ad- vertising, the monthly magazine pub lished by the Massengale Advertising Agency, and devoted to the advancement of advertising generally. is out. This latest number is easily the best in the history of this valua ble publication, both in the editorial, news matter and illus trations. A number of articles are from the pens of recognized authorities and among the most successful advertisers in the country. Among these is one by s. c. Dobbs of Atlanta. which is replete with original and valuable suggestions to the advertiser Another from the pen of St. Elmo Massengale contains vast amount of practical and pertinent infor- nation to every advertiser. The articles are profusely illustrated, in black and white and in color: in fact, the color work is easily one of the features of this number. which reflects so much credit both to Atlanta and the entire south''
 Among the many appreciative comments in the Atlanta Journal were the follow ing:
 ''The April number of Practical Adver- Using just off the press of the Massen- gale Advertising Agency Is the best issue ever printed of this popular southern magazine devoted to the advertising in- terests. It is not only model of the typesetters' and printers art, but con
 tains a number of interesting articles by authorities on advertising concerning the art and science of practical publicity. ''Mr. s. c. Dobbs, sales manager for the Coca Cola company, contributes an inter
 esting and forceful argument in favor of
 outdoor advertising. There is a repro
 duction of a cover booklet designed for the Candler building. while MT. Massen- gale contributed an article on The Agency and the Publisher advocating
 cooperation and support. the one of the other. Among the many good things is the reprint of an address delivered at the Atlas club banquet. Auditorium hotel | Chicago. by Paul Pierce. publisher of | What to Eat on How the National Food | Law Will Affect Food Advertising The 1 Folly of Hot Air is the title of a pleas | ing little skit on advertising. Louis i Wiley of New York contributes an inter-
 esting letter concerning Adolph S. Ochs, l publisher of the New York Times Ref | erence is made to a recent strong ad- | dress delivered by MT. J. K. Orr of | Atlanta.
 The April issue. on the whole. is one l of the best magazines on advertising seen I In 8 long whle''
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23

dered her resignation as state regent, but the representatives declined to accept it. She was urged to reconsider her with drawal and promised to serve one year longer. As an evidence of their appre- citation of her services she was presented b. the delegates from each chapter in the state loving cup, and year after was succeeded by the vice regent, Mrs. McClelland of Athens, Ala. Mrs. Smith is a member of the General Sumter chapter of this city, which is composed of 100 enthusiastic members
 Perhaps no woman in Alabama is more generally known than Mrs. Smith, She is the true type of the southern lady, and her interest and services in all that per tains to public welfare has left it's inn pression on the community in which she lives. She is foremost in all charity and philanthropic work, and combines all the traits of noble womanhood The women of her state appreciate the honor be- slowed upon her, but acknowledge they were won by genuine merit.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR.
Work of T. PA.

To the Editor of The Age Herald:
 In your column, Hotel Lobhies," is an article published in Fridays issue on the present interchangeable mileage, the boon of tho travelling man. The reporter or his knight of the grip, is in error in stating that this interchangeable mileage is the result of recent legislation. LePis- lation had nothing to do with bringing this mileage book about It Is the result of years of untiring work by the Travel CTS Protective Association of America This association slas been at work for years trying to induce the railroads to is- sue such a book The Southern railway alone stood in the way of accomplishing their work All of the railroads agreed to it but the Southern consistently re- fused until quite recently. At meet ing the agents invited Mir. Frank w Crandall. the national chairman of rail- road committee, T. P. A. of A, to at tend the meeting, and his argument was so potent that the Southern at last con sented and the book is now fact Legis- lation had nothing to do with 1t. The credit should be given where 1t is due, to the Travellers Protective Association oI America, which hdS done so much td benefit the travelling men as well as the wholesale dealers and manufacturers This association not only accomplished this work, but they also had the license tax on commercial travellers abolished. They are also responsible for the present cabinet office of commissioner of som- merce and labor. At the national conven- ton in Buffalo last year, President Roose- Welt gave them credit for the creation of this important cabinet office. An inves- tigation will prove the fact that this as- sociation. while a fraternal organiza- tion has accomplished great things in many ways, not only for themselves, but for the good of the whole country. They are true patriots as we'll as knights of the grip" Very respectfully,
 D. M. SCOTT, President Post D, Alabama Division, T.
 P. A. of A.
 Selma, April 23 1907.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23

arrive tomorrow to be the guest of Miss Marjorie Weathely. Miss Berry Is one Of this seasons most popular and attractive debutantes in her home town, and during her visit 10 Birmingham she will be ex- tensively entertained.
 The Up-To-Date Bridge club will meet this afternoon with Miss Annie Reid. There will not be any guests.
 Mrs K. F. Jackson and little son of Opelika are the guests of Dr. and Mrs. Percy Nixon. at their home in Norwood. Miss Mamie and Miss Clara Shelby of EIisvine, Miss. are the guests of MT. and Mrs. Henry Dean, at their home on South Thirteenth street.
 Mir and Mrs. J. c. Henley, Jr.. are at home for the present with MT. and Mrs. Joseph Johnson. at Norwood.
 Miss Rebecca Pollard, who has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Forney Johnsotn, Is now the guest of Dr. and Mrs. L. c. Woodson. at their home on Nineteenth street. south.
 Mrs Mollie worthington. who has spent the past month with MT. and Mrs. J. W. Worthington, is now with Mrs. zac Nabers.
 Dr. |. G. Woodson. who has been in Mo bile attending the Medical association, has returned home.
 Mrs N A. Grye of Anniston is the guest of MT. and Mrs. J. H. Frye, at the home of Dr. and Mrs R. c. Bakston.
 
 Mrs. J. C. Henley Jr., who has been the guest of her parents in Memphis, has re- turned home.
 Miss Rosa W. Rains has returned from a three months visit to her aunt Mrs. Robert l.. Rains. in Washington. D. c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
Are you going to buy a piano?

Are you going to buy piano?
 If so why not make up your mind about it now?
 You will never have another such good opportunity as right now, while we are closing out this fine stock at these great discounts?
 And on terms to please you.
 Yesterday. notwithstanding the in- element weather, just twelve people selected instruments at this sale. This is the best evidence that real genuine bargains are to be had here. It is proof positive that we are carrying out everything we promise the people in the way of easy terms.
 At the rate the pianos are selling we are sure every one of them will be taken before Saturday night, the clos ing hour of this sale.
 You know we were notified by the contractors to get every instrument out of the way, as work of remodeling must commence on the 29th.
 So we made further cut on the greatly reduced prices and are simply slaughtering the goods
 It's up to us to get the goods out of the way.
 If you need piano it's up to you to act quickly if you would save from S125 to $200 in your purchase.
 A few pianos left at $97
 They are in fine condition and should sell at not less than $225.
 Others at $110. $135 and $143.
 Terms to please you.
 At $167 you can buy an elegant new piano at this sale that usually sells at 1925.
 A saving of $15S
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
NOTES AND PERSONALS.

Mrs. Fred Averett, formerly of this city but now of Rome, Ga, is the guest of relatives in the city. Mrs. Averett is with her sister, Mrs. J. w. Davidson. 12lO Twenty-fourth street, north, for the present.
 Prof Edward Powell is the guest of relatives in Montgomery. having gone there to attend the marriage of his sister Miss Nell Powell, to Mir. Frederick Ayers of New York, which will take place this evening.
 Mrs. George Walker of Montgomery.
 who has been the guest of her parents,
 MT and Mrs. McRae. in Woodlawn, re-
 turned to her home this morning, accom-
 panied by her sister, Miss Mary McRae, who will spend the remainder of the sum
 mer as her guest. Miss Lillian Douglass of Mobile is the
 guest of Miss George Weatherly, at her home on South Twentieth street. Cant. Richmond Pearson Hobson will arrive in the city tomorrow and will spend several days here as the guest of friends and relatives.
 Mrs. Walter Phillips will entertain the Little Jokers on Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock at her home on South Thirteenth avenue.
 The Hillman Hospital chapter No. 1 will meet with Mrs. Matte Seals this afternoon at o'clock, at her home, 16oo South Tlefth avenue. Miss Sara Berry, one of the most at ! tractive young women of Nashville. will
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23

At $197 you can buy fine pianos here, in French walnut and English oak cases, that always sell at $375.
 A saving of SITS. Worth while, is it not? At $212, $22S and $247 you can buy at this sale high grade uprights in any finish desired, pianos that usually sell at S400 to $425. A saving of $153 to $18S. Is it not worth ten minutes of your time to investigate? At $273, $287, $312, $342, etc., you can buy highest grade $450 to $550 up- rights at this sale pianos whose names on the fall boards are a guarantee of their high character and worth.
 Terms of payment to suit.
 Parlor Grands.
 Here is your opportunity to purchase a high grade parlor or baby grand at wonderful saving. Choice of four makes, none better. Beautiful works of art, mahogany veneers, latest styles We will save you just $200 on any one of them, and on terms to suit. Square Pianos
 Stenway, Chickering Mathushek, Knabe and other makes, all in good condition, and marked at $15, $25, $2S. $50, etc. We are going to sell them before Saturday night at some price. Come and get one at $3 monthly pay ments.
 We Ship Anywhere.
 No matter where you live we will ship the instrument to you on the easy payment plan if you so desire. -- Don't delay an hour in making your visit to this sale if you would secure one of these great bargains. Store is open until 9:30 p. m.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
A Bia Crosstie Contract.

Huntsville April 2.-(Special )-What is believed to be the largest crosstie camp in the world is being established at Gun tersville on the Tennessee river by Chat tanooga contractors. who have a contract to furnish the Big Four railway with D. 0O0.000 crossties. The ties will be fioated down the Tennessee river to the Ohio to the point of delivery. They will be cut from virgin forests bordering the river.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
CLASS NO. 12 SOCIAL.

The social committee of class No. 12 of the First Cumberland Presbyterian church will entertain the members of the class and their friends on Thursday evening at 8 o'clock in the parlors of the church. An interesting programme will be rendered and refreshments will be served.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
COLE-LUM,

MT. and Mrs George E. Lum announce the engagement Of their daughter, Caro- lyn Lewis. to MT. Robert Leon Cole.
 The wedding to take place at their home on South Sixteenth avenue at 3 o'clock on the afternoon of Thursday, May g. Invitations will only be issued to out of town friends. After their marriage they will make their home in Vicksburg, Miss
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
CHURCH BAZAAR.

The ladies of the Central Presbyterian church will conduct bazaar and lunch. beginning today at 2104 First avenue.
 The lunches and the bazaar will last three days, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. and those in charge have an- nounced that each day the menu will be varied. and that the articles for sale are beautiful and useful.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
SEALS PIANO co.

case to immigration officials.
 The presiding judge considered it un- likely that Alfano could be held on the homicide complaint. in the absence of documents in evidence from abroad The courts suggestion was followed In the Tombs court today the defendant was discharged on the murder complaint. but was immediately turned over to the fed eral authorities and removed to Ellis Island Commissioner of Immigration Watcher said he would be deported within a few days
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
SIBLEY-MARSHALL,

Dr. J. D. s. Davis has announced the engagement of his niece, Miss Kate Davis Marshall, to Mir. William Langley Sibley, the wedding to take place at the First Baptist church on the evening of May s, at o'clock. Cards to the wedding will be issued today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
DOUBLE TRAGEDY.
Negro Kills Wife and Then Desper.
 ately Wounds Himself.

Columbus, Ga, April 22.-(Special. )-Be- cause of jealousy. George King, negro brakeman, today killed his wife, Mary King, by cutting her throat from ear to ear and then made desperate attempt to take his own life slashlnS his throat horribly. He is at the city hospital still alive, but will probably die, The tragedy occurred at the negro's house on upper First avenue. He used a razor in both
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
RECIPROCITY MEETING.

There will be a reciprocity meeting of the Quest club on Friday afternoon at 2;45 o'clock and each club Is asked to be represented by two of its members. The place of meeting will be with Mrs Forrest Tyler, at her home in Glen Iris park
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
Have you attended cooking lessons? 10:30 mornings, Fox's Hall. If not, why not.
CAPT. R. P. ROBSON

Will lecture at Jefferson Theatre, Wednesday, April A, at 8 D. m. Benefit letter car riers' sick fund. Tickets soc. On sale at box office Wednes- day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
MRS. DIXON 70 ENTERTAIN.

Mrs. F. w. Dixon will entertain num- Der of her married friends this afternoon from to 6 o'clock in honor of Mrs. J F. Stevenson of Columbia, Tenn, who is her guest, and Mrs. Sue Gray Dunningbon who IS the guest of Mrs. Slas Hines.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-04-23
DISTRICT NURSES ASSOCIATION,

The next meeting of the District Nurses association will take place with Mrs. Bruce Brewer on Wednesday, May l. All chairmen of the committees and officers are urgently requested to be present.