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Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16
SPECIAL DELIVERY
STAMPS NOT NEEDED
LETTERS WILL GO III 10 CENT
EXTRA IL ATTACHED
IN FUTURE.

Washington, May l6.-No spec
ial delivery postal stamps will bit
needed after July to insure the i'm
mediate delivery of letters. Pursuant
TO the act of the last session OF con
gress, Postmaster General Meyer to
day issued an oTdcr that on and al
ter Juiy 1 next, that if there is at
tached to any letter or package OF
mail matter ten cents wort of stamps
OF any denomination with the words.
Special Delivery written or print
ed ON the envelope or covering, in
addition to the postage required for
ordinary delivery, the article will be
handled as il it bore the regulation
special delivery stamp
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16
DANIEL HARMON WILL AID PROS
ECUTION-THE TRIAL PROBA-
BLl WILL TAKE PLACE AT
LoNINGsTON FOR ESTES MUIR
DER.

Charlottesville, Va, May John
+, Swanson. of Danvile, brother of
Governor Swanson and brother-in-
law OF Theodore Estes. wnom for
mer Judge loving killed at Oak
Ridge on April 22. was i'm this city
yesterday on business connected with
the coming trial. He went TO Red
Hin tnis afternoon to consult the
young lady who received the letter
from Miss Loving, which has figured
somewhat in the publications grow
ing out of the homicide Mr.. Swan
son is perfectly confident that Estes
name will De cleared of every i'm
putation OF wrong-doing.
1t is evident that the Estes family
intend TO make a vigorous fight for
the prosecution OF Loving. Daniel
Harmon, distinguished lawyer OF
this city, was in Loyingston yes
terday, in conference with the family,
who had employed him TO assist the
comonwealth's attorney, $. B. White
head, in the prosecution. Mr.. Har-
mon was chief counsel for J. Samuel
McCue. in the trial which resu
in the former mayor conviction, but
i'll health compelled him to retire.
Thomas McGinnis. OF Oak Ridge.
one of Judge Lovine's bondsmen,
denies the statement that Judge Low
ing is complete wreck, or that his
nerves have been shattered. or that
no has aged markedly since the
tragedy When he saw him on
Thursday at Oak Ridge farm he re
garded him as In his usual health.
and as exhibiting an his usual ca
pacity in the dispatch OF business.
In Nelson county, the belief IS
strong that the trial will take jlace
in the little court louise at Loving
ston. IT is pointed out that Judge
Loving is out on nominal ball; that
there has been no threat OF vio-
lence; that he goes about his bust
ness as usual, without fear, ap-
parently of reprisal. and this con
dition Of things, # is said, is not 4
basis for change OF venue.
Judge Loving's counsel held a con
ference at their clients home. af the
Ryan Place, Saturday, all three Of
mis- attorneys being present.
Ts.N
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16
OUT IN MISSOURI HE'S FINED
S32,oOO AND KICKED OUT
OF STATE.

Kansas City. May 16.-Four Kan
sas city Ice companies were fined an
aggregate of $4,000, and one concern
oustcd from the state. for violation
of the Missouri antitrust law, by
Judge w A. Powell. In circuit court
at Independence. Mo, yesterday.
Similar cases against four other
companies were dismissed. Tho con-
Germs fined are tho Peoples Ice stor-
age and Fuel Company, $4,000;
Central Ice Company, 5000: Kan
sas City Brewerles Company. 49,
600; Nandorlice Lynds Ice Company,
$4,000.
Besides being Tlned, the charter OF
the Peoples fco Storage and Fuel
Company was revoked and tho con-
cern prohibited from doing business
In the state. This is one OF tho
largest companies in the city.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16
THIRD TERM
VICTIM
POSTMASTER HUGHES REMOVED
by ROOSEVELT.

Washington May ia. ~
Hughes the deposed postmaster OF
Columbia, Tenn, W ose dismissal
was confirmed yeterday, the assis-
tant postmaster, John w Jackson,
being appointed in his place, claims
that his dismissal is due to his hav-
ing taken seriously President Roose-
velts declination for a third term
and declaring himself for Taft
Hughes was some time ago re-
moved from Office without notice.
He came to Washington and had a
very plain talk with the President.
his frankness of expression creating
quite a sensation I'm the White House.
As a result his removal was suspend
ed for further consideration until
yesterday. Hughes is one of the
BrowuIow faction lie is the third
of that faction who has been re-
moved from Federal position, and
it is alleged that the reason for
the removal is that the BrownIow
faction is supporting Tafts candi.
dacy while the Evans Sanders fac
tion stands out firmly for n third
term for President Roosevelt.
The removal OF Hughes is said to
have been recommended by state
Chairman Sanders, who before the
removal was decided ON was in
Washington and ON leaving gave out
q statement declaring himself in ia
vor of q third term for Rooso-
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16
Bees TRIAL
OR DEATH
CONFESSED MURDERER OF MRS.
LEWIS RAVES OF
KILLING.

Philadelphia, May Strapped
hand and foot TO hospital cot in
Moyamensing Prison John Price,
self-confessed murderer OF Mrs. Mau-
rice x. Lewis, who was found slain In
her homo, 2I03 North Efeenth street,
on September 10 OF last year, begq
the prison attaches and doctors TO
either XIII him or have the authorl-
ties hurry alng the date OF his trial,
SO he may be executed
"f killed Mira. Lewis!" he cries
and, continuing I'm this strain, he
raves and rails against tho police
for their failure to capture him.
Since his Incarceration i'm the pris-
on Price has been source OF trouble
to tho oncials. Night and day he
has to be watched and kept secured
by straps TO prevent him from doing
himself bodily harm. on three oc-
casions he attempted suicide. only
the quick work OF his guard pre-
venting him from accomplishing his
purpose He wants to hang, and
keeps the uutricd department in a
turmoil with his maniacal cries.
Even in his lucid intervals ho de-
clares his guilt, and tells. without
trcmor how he, when discovered
i'm robblng her home, stuck "a physl-
clans lance into Mrs Lewis throat
and then hid her body in the hall
way closet.
Drs. Butcher ana Sharp, the prison
physicians, who have Price under
their observation. are at loss to really
determine whether or not the self
confessed murderer is feignlng.
Before he hangs Price says he
would Ike to- Kill Detective Cameron.
The latter he says. treated him
meanly and even after he confessed
TO killing Mrs Lewis insisted on
putting him through the third de-
gree timo and again. Price tells
how he was frustrated in attempts
ou the detectives life.
Price has been brought up for
trial three times, but each time no
has been returned TO prieou to allow
the officials there 90 continue their
observations into his mental con
diuon
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16

When we say that there is much
good work left for the good govern
ment club TO Go, we mean 81 i'm ev-
cry sense Of the word There mas
been much done to purify the po-
liticai atmosphere it is true, but
still the work has just begun We
have gained much vantage ground
but yet the work must be couunu-
ed. Remember that the club meets
tomorrow night and that your pres
ence is desired Come out and lend
your counsel 10 the proceedings OF
the meeting and do what you can to
aid in the good work of progress
already made.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16
DENYLOVING HAS BEEN MADE
WRECK BY THE TRAGEDY
THE BUSY GOV
ERNOR SWANSON

The busiest Governor in the Unit
ed states these days is Claude A..
Swanson, the well-known Chief EN-
ecutive of Virginia. Governor
Hughes of New York, with a recalci-
trant Legislature on his hands ana
a president Presidential bee buzzing
around in his vicinity. is having an
easy time compared to Governor
swanson, on whose shoulders rests a
considerable part of the responsible
ity of making the jamestown Ex-
position a success. or course, the
Governor has none OF the financial
problems of the fair TO worry him,
such matters being within the PROV
ince of the Exposition officials. His
onerous duties consist I'm officiating
at most of the ceremonies incidental
to the fair and in entertaining many
Of the distinguished visitors who
go to Hampton Roads, either as
spectators, merely, or to participate
in some Of the special exercises. Mrs
swanson, like her husband, is being
kept very busy, her duties as hos
tess at the Governors mansion in
Richmond and the Virginia Build
ing at the fair consuming practically
The whole OF her time. Both the
Governor and his wife are well
known here, where they lived for
years while Mr. Swanson was mem
ber of Congress Washington Her
aid.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16
NELMS AND MANN
UNDER ARREST?
TWO MEN CAPTURED MAY BE
FELLOWS WANTED FOR
ASsAULTING WOMAN.

Bristol Va. May 1G Two men.
said TO answer the description OF
Trigg helms and Charles Mann. for
whom warrants have been issued
charging them with having crlml-
ualiy assaulted Mrs Frank BcIcher.
at Kingaport who was brutaly
mIs'roatcd iu The presence OF her
husband and young daughter. we're
arrested at Jouosboro. Tenn today.
and are being held for identification.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16
BRINGS FRIEND
SHIP MESSAGE
DIR. EARTH SAYS ALL GERMANS
WANT AMlTY WITH UNIT
ED STATES.

New York, May 16.-Dr. Theodore
Barth, former member of the Ger
man Reichstag and one of the most
prominent political economists of
Germany, was the guest of "A din
ner given in his honor last night by
Oswald &. and Harold q. Willard.
Oswald Willard president and among
the guests were DR.. Felix Adler.
Prof, Kuno Francke, of Harvard:
Edward NJ Shepard, Richard Wat
son Glider, Jacob Ii. Schem, Hamil-
ton Holt, Herman Ridder. James
Spoyer, st. Clair McKelway. dolph
). Ochs and Gustay Ii. Sorwab.
DR.. Barth delivered an address.
In which he said in part:
"A characteristic sign of demo
cratic development in Germany is
the growing interest for American
institutions and American public
life, and the constantly increasing
desire TO be on good terms with the
United States and Germany is at
present plank in the platform OF
every political party, and on this
point even the Socialists agree
with the Kaiser.
Il propose, as my toast, the co
operation of Germany and the United
States in the development of true
civilization and genuine peace.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16
Dear Mr.. Customer

When you 90 into the market to buy houso-wbat do
you do? DO send for estate say you
want Rouse costing much-and buy it fin FIVE minutes
without invesugating7
You certainly 10
You want to know all about house who built &C.
what sort Of material was used the style Of Is,
has it for sae-and on
Then you the house-you examine It thoroughly
you peer into the the walls the
plumbing
You inspect n carefully inside and outside
Now, why not be HALF who you buv cloth
ing-doesnt the foundation Of on the cloth
ing you buy? give to the buying OF clothing
fraction OF the give TO buying OF boue
there would be end to the helter-skoer
hastily basted together clothing the market iowa
days.
That is all except HART scHArTNEE & MARX CLOTH
ING.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16

Mr.. II. H. Kippa. OF Christians
burg. is in the city arranging to open
mp "A business OF manufacturing wag
ons and general machinery. This
"iorprise was gratuitously located
through the negotiation Of Cronshaw
g. Company.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16
COREYS SALARY is
TOO HIGH SAYS GIRL

mittee Will go TO Oklahoma this
summer to urge the people to turn
the Constitution down in its present
form.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16

Handsome Willie OF Bristol, is
visiting friends in the city.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16
STANDARD OIL
DIVIDEND

N.W York May 1G Tho dlrcc-
tore of tho standard OIL Company TO-
dag declared q quarterly dividend
of 80 per share This compares with
q dividend OF S15 declared three
months ago
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16

Mr.. T.. b. Garnett Of Corbin, Ky.
s i'm the city for a few days.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16

Mr.. Thomas Hatfield is "A business
caller from Thackcr, w. Va.
Bluefield evening leader. [volume] (Bluefield, W. Va.) 1906-1911, 1907-05-16

Mr o j. Honoycutt is mp from
Ing.csido on business.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-01
An Alleged Ball Game.

It is understood that the team of ball tossers representing the Crane Co.,, of Birmingham, and the Beavers, represent ing Bessemer, played a game of ball at the Fourth Avenue park this afternoon.
 From the information that can be ob- tained, 1t seems that the Crane Co. boys played ball, and the Beavers tried to-. The battery for the Beavers consisted of Bill Rogers. pitcher. and man that claimed to have turned down an offer to enter the big league, catcher.
 The battery for the Crane Co. was composed of Smith, pitcher, and Puck ett, catcher.
 From the score, which will follow in a short while, 1t Is very evident that 1t was a game of catch as catch cam as far as the Beavers were concerned.
 In remarking upon the delivery of MT. Rogers, we will refrain from calling them benders and will have to put them down as spasms The visiting team just simply made him look like an amateur In a water polo game and he sure was glad wen time was called. Crane got ten hits and the Beavers received four as their share
 Manager Rust of the Beavers after the game stated that his team was out of form This explanation was entirely un- called for, as it was very evident from the start.
 When the Crane boys got tired of run ming the bases the score stood 10 to g. and we believe any other mention of the game would be an insult to the other amateur teams of the state
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-01

The production of the big musical extravaganza, "The Land of Nod" which Is sch eduled for presentation here. comes bearing the stamp of approval from every city in which it has been shown. It Is described as a spectacle of the most brilliant sort, with q scenic display and an equipment of costumes and other attractive embellishments such as rarely figure in stage produc- tions. The music of The Land of Nod" is exceedingly bright and tuneful, and the comedy has received the high est praise from the newspaper critics aii over the country.
 Tim Murphy. who will appear this sea son in "A Corner in Coffee and TWO Men and Girl" has Just turned down very flattering offer to star under the Shuberts in new play called 'The Other House. The plan included the opening of the Madison Square theatre August 19 and they offered MT. Murphy this house for long run.
 To accept the offer would have com pelled MT. Murphy to cancel his time at all the southern theatres. This he ab- solutely refused to do. He said:
 Every actor wants to play on Broad way at the head of his own company and I like the rest, I suppose. But l have been on Broadway and am to return to the Great White Way for a run next March But while I appreciated having an offer from the Shubert man agement, l would not accept their offer or any other offer which would compel me to break faith with my loyal southern friends. Heretofore the southern people have been exceedingly generous to my self and my company and I mean to play my bookings in the south If every theatre on Broadway is begging for plays and players"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-01

his tomb in a lonely valley which leads off that valley where lay his ancestors and his parents-in-law and where Thiy's tomb was already being prepared Amen hotep ". was immediately proclaimed king; and although still a young man. the influence of his mother and the whole tendency of the court had aged him con- siderably, so that he was at once capable of acting for himself. He was not a strong man physically. and the lines of his emaciated face show plainly his as- cetic nature.
 There were three ideas which had i'm pressed themselves upon his youthful mind, and which most Psychologists be- lieve him to have derived from his moth e., First, the vanities and convention alities of the age had imbued him with an intense desire for truth in all things; second. the pedantic philosophy of the Amen priesthood had sickened him of the unnecessary solemniities of life, and had set him hutning for real joy; and thirdly. the teaching perhaps of his mother had led him to the belief that the sun was the only true God and creator. Truth. happiness and sunshine were thus the keynotes of his philosophy and his religion: and these ideas he now began to premulgate with the greatest energy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-01
Personal and General.


 Sol Erlick has returned from a business trip to New York
 Mrs. E. Hoose has returned from a visit to Jackson. Miss
 Miss Velma Burgin has returned after a delightful visit to the Jamestown expo sition and points in the east
 Mrs. Sol Erlick. accompanied by her millfner. left this evening for the eastern markets to purchase a fall stock.
 Mir. F. c. Noel will spend tomorrow In Anniston.
 Mir. and Mrs. L. N. Buel have returned from a visit to Cullman Col. and Mrs. E. l.. Higdon paid a visit to the sheriffs office in this city ths morning, and the colonel was high in his praise of the way in which the office was being conducted under Deputy Sheriff George ". Jones.
 Col. J. L. Q. Speeks the popular night warden at the city jail, has returned from a visit to relatives in Mississippi
 Chief of Police Wallace has returned to his post after tendays' holiday and he states that he enjoyed every minute of his vacation.
 The many friends of Chelse Hagler will regret to learn that he Is confined to his bed, suffering from a severe attack of typhoid fever.
 Ex-Alderman Thomas J. Bissette was In the city this afternoon looking things over, and he said that he could not see much difference in the appearance of the city unless 1t was that 1t looked a little more like Charleston, s. C.. than 1t did when he left. During his term of office he earned and deserved the title of the "scrapping alderman" When things got muddled up he made no bones about giv- ing his opinion, and he usually managed to hit the spot. He was forced to resign his place on the aldermanc board owing to the press of business. He was com pelled to be out of the city a greater part of the time, and he did not feel that he cuold give the office the attention 1t required. However, he stated that he felt that he had a worthy successor in Gardner Goodwin and that he could bo depended upon to hit tho ball any old time.
 Miss Mollie Downing of Aberdeen, Miss. who has been visiting in the city. left for home today. and was accompanied by Mrs. J. H. Downing and Miss Mamie Sloan.
 Miss Jessie Williams of Macon, Ga, Is the guest of Mrs. Hendschott
 Mir and Mrs. J. P. VanCleve and daugh- ter. Ruth. returned yesterday from a visit to Winona Miss. i, Mrs. J. B. Mayfed and Miss Edna Mayleld of Mico, Tex, visiting Mrs. E. C. Randle.
 Mrs. J. V. Hawk of Little Rock is In the city on a visit to her husband, J. V. Hawk. who is connected with A. K. Mur phy in the real estate business. Mrs. Hawk is accompanied by her little daugh- ter, and they expect to make Bessemer their home in the near future.
 The United Charities will meet at the residence of the president, Mrs. F. M. Owens, on Monday afternoon at o'clock. Louis Hoster, Jr., has returned from an extended western trip.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-01
BE s s E WE R D DE P A R T M E N T

works of genius, the elements that ap- pealed to human nature generally, wheth- CT garbed in court robes or simple hose and jerkln, they yontured their all In getting in readiness company worthy of the great religious drama and the costly scenery, costumes and effects employed in the production.
 How well their Judgment has been af- firmed by the masses of playgoers ;n America. in every section, Is shown In the simple announcement that they will tour the country from coast to coast this season for the third time, Their success may be attributed in the first place to right estimate of Wagners great work and in the second to a clear knowledge of what playgoers want and how to interest and famllarlze them in advance with the nature and significance of the attraction offered.
 Frank Lalor the popular comedian of Coming Thro' the Rye" exhibited a curious side to his character the oth- CT day, according to a story from New York. The large organization of which he is the principal member had sembled to "try on" the new costumes which have been provided for the forth coming tour of the famous musical comedy. Everybody In the company went into ecstacies of delight over the
 
 gotten up at great cost and which re- vealed an extravagant use of silks and satins and laces and perfect harmony of brilliant colors The "Gee-Gee" girls and the Fiji" girls and the Newport belles" and "Bossie," with her white kid jacket and riding boots and everybody else seemed delighted. Bot funny little Mott the Tailor" who stood apart from the others, seemed disconsolate and utterly heartbrok en as he gazed upon brand-new maroon colored fez and Turkish jacket elabor- atelytembroidered in gold, and a pair of bright green velvet Turkish trousers. After a few moments silent contempla- tion of this new finery. Labor approach ed Manager Rork of the company and in a pleading voice said: MT. Rork this Is very beautiful costume. but wouldn't you just as soon lot me wear the old clothes I had last season? I don't think I would feel happy with- out them. Just for old assoclation's sake, you know. I want to be Mott" exactly as l was las last season, and don't think l would be with those new clothes on." There was just a suggestion of tear In hIs voice he thus declared himself. The new toggery will be packed away and Mott" will appear in his old clothes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1907-09-01
ADJUSTMENTS.
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1e.)


 tainment that will be up-to-date, bright and pleasing, from start to finish. Since last season the organization has been re- juvenated. strengthened and improved, and It's scenic and costume equipment which cost many thousands of dollars, will be the equal, if not the superior, of any similar company on the road this sea son.
 The management of the company has had two new and funny burlesques writ ten to suit the requirements of the com pany, and they will be found to be ful of laughing moments, bright lines and catchy music. Several novelties in the musical and dancing line will present the full strength of the chorus girls. who will be arrayed in fetching costumes. The vaudeville part of the entertain ment will consist of olio of merit. Among those who will contribute acts are Collins and LaBelle, dancing marvcls; Kelley and Bartlett, Europe's greatest knockabouts; La Belle Zuleika, direct from Constantinople; the eight Moulin Rouge Dancers and Mile. Degerre, the Partisan chartreuse.