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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
Elks Brighten Libes @
 H0nsand Needy Childven

Then Santa Claus appeared, leading a. delegation of 30 children, presenting all with gifts, and wishing them happy re- turns of the day The children of the East Lake orphanage came first, then the children of the Mercy home, then the many youngsters of the city. They were all made happy and thankful for the kind ness of the Elks. Something like 1000 were thus frightened in their sad little lives. Apples, candy, dolls, wagons and fruit were freely distributed to all.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
Waste of Good Trees,

Chicago, December 25.-The forestry class of the Arche club has adopted a resolution providing that the use of young native trees in celebrating Christi mas holidays is a wanton and indefensible waste and that it should be prohibited by law in the interest of the present and fu- ture generations.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
Robbed of Rlu Sum.

Eldorado, Ark. December 25.-C. W. Massingale, aged 50 years. of Valentine, Neb., who has been here for several months, was robbed of about S200 Wednes- day night and killed. His body was found yesterday near the school building in Eldorado. Lee l.. Combs, farmer living about four miles from here. who was arrested in Little Rock last sum mer said to have been charged with lar ceny, Is held in connection with the kill. is1Y
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
At the Gayety.

Young Sharkey and Dan Mack will go on tonight after the regular Gayety performance for three rounds of fast sparring. Both men are in prime con- dition for the go.
 The World Beaterss will give their regular performance tonight. special train having been secured for New Or leans
 Amateur night last night brought forth more fun than has been experi- enced at the Gayety in many day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
Bryan In ChIcaoo,

Chicago. December 25.-William J. Bry- an will spend his Christmas in Chicago The Nebraskan has arrived from Phila- delphia on his way home to Lincoln. He is suffering from a severe cold, so will rimain in his apartments
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26

At the hospital Dr. Herbert Collins of Boyles and Dr. Wyatt Hefin ampu- tated the hand.
 MT. Price is we'll known in Blrming ham. At late hour last night he was faring as well as could possibly be eX pected.
 While there were several accidents of a minor nature as a result of fire works yesterday, this befalling MT. Price was the only one of a serious na- ture.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
"The Cat and the ElddIe.v

A musical extravaganza, "The Cat and the Fiddle" is the attraction at the Jefferson theatre Monday and Tuesday nights and Tuesday matinee. A cam pany of some 40 singers, dancers, com edians and a large and carefully trained chorus smartly gowned are promised. The plot Is founded on the famous old nursery rhyme of ''Hi Did, dle Diddle, the Cat and the Fiddle"
 which during the days of Queen Eliza
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
Black Hand Warninu.

Chicago. December 25.-vito Lantinp has received third Black Hand warn ing demanding s15oo. which must be paid today under penalty of death Lantillo gave the letter to the police and close watch has been kept on the premises.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
Message of Forgiveness.

Chicago, December 25.-Miss Ellen Dow ney, who was recently run down by the 6river of brick wagon, is dead, leaving a Christmas message of forgiveness for the man who caused her fatal injury and i,suring him against prosecution by the police.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26

The Elks' Christmas tree was the most successful ever presented to the children of Birmingham.
 At 3 o'clock the Elks' home was sur rounded with the children of the city, The building was darkened and a beautiful Christmas tree lighted the mystic hall. Exalted Ruler J. E. Shelby made a short talk to the crowd of visitors assembled, explaining the purpose of the occasion and E. J. McCrossin made a brief but interesting talk full of the Christmas spirit.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
Mrs. Jane croII.

Mrs. Jane Croll, aged s3 years, died Thursday night at the residence of her daughter, Mrs. J. c. Gorham, 1215 Tenth avenue, south. The remains were sent to Griffin, Ga.. at 4:15 o'clock yesterday afternoon by Shaw & Son for interment. Two children survive the deceased. these being Mrs. s. C.. Wilburn and Mrs. J. c. Gorham, both of Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
THE WEATHER.

Washington, December 25.-Forecast for Alabama and Mississippi: Fair Sat- urday and Sunday; light northwest winds, becoming variable.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26

Superintendent Fraser Hcre.-James H. Fraser, general superintendent of the Detroit, Toledo and Ironton and Ann Harbor railroad and steamship lines, with headquarters in Toledo, is, with Mrs. Fraser and daughter, visiting rela- lives in the city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
CITY ITEMS.

To Repeat service.-The services at the Church of the Advent were greatly enjoyed yesterday. The musical pro- gramme was exceptionally good, and by request will be repeated at the service Sunday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
PERSONAL

mic Dickson of Montgomery are spending the holidays with their parents. MT and Mrs. D. M Dickson. on the North High lands.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26

beth were lampoons corresponding to our present day cartoons, and direct thrusts at prominent personages. It deals with sprites, fairies, elfs, mortals, immortals, etc, and large field for fun making, ballet evolutions and music is entered into, and, it is claimed, full advantage take of
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26

Badge for BOdeIer.-The members of the police department presented Chief Bodeker with a beautiful and artistic badge yesterday morning. The badge by a Birmingham chief, and Chief Bade- ker was delighted.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26

Meeting for Men.-The meeting for men in the Y. M. c. A. gymnasium Sunday afternoon will be of special in- terest. Dr. Preston Blake, pastor of the Southside Baptist church, will make the address. Choosing a Life that Counts" will be his theme. Dr. Blake is we'll known as a thoughtful and helpful speaker and his address on this im- portant subject will be of special in- terest. The opening song service be- ginning at 3:30 o'clock will be in charge of w. H. Davis and the Y. M. c. A. male quartet will sing two selections.
 Very Few Accidents.-While the various undertaking establishments kept teams hitched to their ambulances all day yesterday so as to be ready in stantly to answer any call, they found but little need for them. Only a very small number of minor accidents oc- cured, while there was only one re- ouiring the use of an ambulance. Con sidering the almost constant roar of exploding cannon crackers and small cannons, the fact that there were so few accidents is regarded as an espec- ially good record and one with which but few cities can compete.
 Reckless Shooter Arrested.-Ernest Ferguson, a son of Ham, went to a Christmas party in East Birmingham last night, and while returning home accompanied by two dusky belles, pro- ceoded to illustrate his bravery in a little gun play The play in question occurred at the corner of Ninth alley and Twenty fifth street, and Ferguson was not particular as to the direction in which he aimed Deputy Sheriffs a.,1 lo time and took the valiant Ethiopian in charge and escorted him to the county jail. He had evidently imbibed too freely of f1rewater and despite his ar rest was feeling exceptionally happy when placed behind the bars with oth- CTS of his race. who had arrived at that abode a short while before.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
THIS night after
 1 Christmas

The Savings Department of this Bank will be open,as on every Saturday night to receive deposits We pay per cent on Savings and Compound the interest twice
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-26
E. T. Shaw 6 Son. UndertaksrA

Green Undertaking Co.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-26

at him and he looked at me there when
we could see each other. and 1t came to
me that twas a bigger thing than ! mad
thought-this meeting of the man mad
baen hankering to meet. even though
had him face to face. just as ] wanted
him. after all the years I have been alone
and bordering on 1t. Twas too big TOT
me-the problem. And l said so to him
when pushed the boat on the snore. ana
I said. too. L amt one of those that hold
Gods commission to NEEDLE. But 4 d
forgot then that ne is minister. and I'm
afraid he'll think ! meant to twit hlm
For he bowed his head and rowed or. But
I didn't mean it that way. And it's all
between us right here. amt it. Mr.. Ballou
and Mr. Manning: Ministers are an. ex-
ample to them that sit under them and
look to them. and women have tender
feelings. / should feel bad to have you
speak Of it outside.
Tears ran down Ballou's sun-reddened
nose. Tom he said with futile attempt
to make his voice bluff. you don't look
1t outside. but inside you've developed
symptoms of being saint:
NO returned the guide humbly. "a
saint would not have kneeled there in the
alders when he rowed away. lacked
shell into the chamber and taken aim the
whilst he srowled. D. ~ i cart let
We 60! No. that wasn't san I'LL e.ns why y
ram that rifle butt down into the lake and
hold 1t there. I'd have bored him as
would a buck deer
II insist, old Tom Ballard. that you're
one Of Gods elect" choked Manning,
blinking back his tears.
II wish you wouldn't say such things
and l knowing what's inside me all the
time.'' pleaded the guide ingenuously. If
anything / did was square. it's only that
the old woods. the great. wide. honest.
open woods. have been talking to me all
these years. Mr.. Manning and Mr.. Ballou.
I've been alone with them long time.
and it's done me mighty heap Of good.
And today I'm hot and bitter and swear
Ing and cursing Misunderstanding now that
I'd put a fortyfOur between those
whisker tufts-sorry L let him so. I'm
an awful man. gentlemen, inside me.
figure twas only accident 1 let him go.
after all. But if you'll hunt alone today.
I reckon I'll go out and let the woods talk
to me-the big, generous. soothing. Groom
ing. honest woods. And then I'll come
back all right tonight. gentlemen-all
right tonight
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cMsnns-W b. MOSES SONS, F ST., Cor 11h.-capao@me


understand why he wakes up in the
morning feeling tired and lacking In
energy. or IL he does not believe In the
easy chair. he does believe In amuse-
ment and after . rushed dinner hurries
downtown to a theater. and after late
supper on rich food. gets to bed after
midnight. They start the day, in con-
sequence. with depleted energy. and have
not stored up enough energy over night to
make up for the previous days inroads.
They soon feel weak. and this leads TO
dependency. Things become too hard TO
do and are accomplished only by tremen-
dous effort OF will and resultant further
nervous exhaustion. The weakness and
dependency. OF course, lessen still fur
Their any desire for real muscular activity.
and soon the liver takes its place in the
circle. Instead of throwing on poison.
the organs actually retain it. This pol
lutes the blood supply to the brain. and.
at the same time. spreads through the
system certain alkaloids which act as de-
pressants on the nerve centers. The
bilious conditions work again to In
crease the feeling Of weakness and lassi-
tude, this further adds to dependency,
and the necessity for more will to make
brain and body do their normal work. and
finally the man in this circle has steady
blues with possibilities Of melancholia
and fixed decisions"
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-26
THUMB BELLS.
Rare at First, But Now the Common
Thimble.

From the Church Eclectic.
The thimbls was originally called a
thumb bell by the English, because worn
on the thumb. then a thumble, and finally
its present name. 1t was q Dutch fnven-
ton. and was first glass and pearl In
China beautiful carved pearl thin,bles are
seen, brought to England in 1905.
Thimblss were formerly made only of
iron and brass. but in comparatively late
years they have been made of gold. silver.
STEEL horn, ivory. and even glass and
pearl thimbles are seen. bound with gold
and with the end of gold.
The first thimble introduced into Siam
was bridal gift from the king to the
queen. 1t is shaped like lotus bud. made
Of gold and thicIly Sudden with ,dia-
monds arranged to spell the queens mama.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-26
CHURCH BUILT By ZULUA
Accomplished by Chief Brought On
der CivilizinT Influences.

From the Pail Nall Gazette.
A new church has recently been dedi-
Gated at Cmzumbi, in Zululand, which Is
remarkable as being the best ever con-
structed by natives themselves without
any aid whatever from missionaries or
any white persons.
This sanctuary has been erected by
Ndunge. the esteemed chief OF Quabi.
near Umzumbi. who became converted to
the Christian faith in his youth before
becoming chief. He was carefully taught
in the Evangelists' Training College at
Amanzimtoti. and his, steadfastness has
distinguished him sharply and favorably
from several other Bulu headmen who
had for q Time appeared to have been
won from the old paganism in which
they had been Graded.
In relation to Christian influence the
Zulu chiefs as a rule differ from those
of most OF the other Bantu tribes OF
South Africa. for the number OF these
Zulu headman who have become Chris
iians is comparatively small. II is sin
gulsr. considering the efforts expended
on them. how very few have cared to
learn to read and write.
Generally speaking, they regard the
ways OF civilization with naughty con-
tempt For the most part the sons OF
headmen taught and civilized as lads have
relapsed into heathenism after succeed
ing to the chieftainship. 1t is we'll known
that Dinizulu was we'll instructed during
his long exile In st. Helena. but he rap
idly shelled on most Of the culture he had
appeared to acquire.
Ndunge IL q splendid exception among
the Zulu chiefs. This remarkable man IL
q fine Christian leader greatly resembling
Ghama of Bechuanaland. He Is utterly
unlike the average Zulu in his delight in
Industrial undertakings and In his eco-
nomic habits. He has built for himself q
fine farm residence which might well sat
isfy any civilized farmer. 1t Is q sub
stantial and commodious edifice Of brick
On his great farm he has had from the
first year after he became chief both a
church and q school.
White preachers and missionaries, are
not SO numerous In Zululand as In Many
other South African districts. but when
no such visitor has been present Sundays
Ndunge has always very willingly and
ably conducted the services. He %
greatly loved and reverenced by his
tribe and his people have enthusia sticaIly
assisted in building the fine new church.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-26
Diplomacy.
From Harper's Week.,

From Hsrper's Weekly. -
Delia-Ye can get suit just like your
nissis' velvet wan for tin dollars in Bar
gain Blown Brothers.
Noraii--Yes,- an can get wan fur nuth-
In by telling me missis about the wan in
Bargain Brown Brothers.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-26

n the summit of the Ambejejus
horseback the party divided and
the Rev. DR.. Ransom Wallace
went away by himself. DIR.
Wallace enjoyed solitude on his
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You man" they began in unison.
II mean took him across the carry TO
the Pamedumcook shore. waited till the
first streak o. light. lent him my rowboat
and started him across to his own camp.
That seemed to b the only way looked
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-26
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In the night and say that q bright spirit
seemed to be calling to her to come to
don't have to tell you the rest. And it
hurts me. was most to blame. reck-
on. But I'm human. gentlemen. and when
saw him last night. and saw what he
be. my-my." he choked. walked away
and then came back. His voice was calm
again.
You put him in my hands. amt go
ing to bother you with what thought I'd
do. Sometimes man isn't responsible for
what he thinks or does. is he? took him
down the lake. and there wasn't ANYTHING
said. His back was toward me. He
shivered all the time. There are crust
n, that can snpwshoe up to a
creature looks up and. bleats and rolls
| those great eyes. Did you ever hear of
Tom Ballard doing that?-
He threw up his arms and stood before
| shoulders. His paddle-calloused haods
vibrated. He was evidently about to burst
into passionate Speech,, but once more tho
iron self-restraint Of the woods closed
his square Jaws resolutely. To the as
Constituent Of both men, who were hang
Ing breathlessly on his words, he alb
| ruptly changed the subject and said with
| half smile:
Mr.. Ballou. reckon ] can't send those
.resn "aSer pearls out by you'll to your
Why. Tom.' cried Ballou his mind
for the moment Jared of the tragedy
you can clean up nigh a thousand dol.
lars II 1 take Them"
| Maybe 50. Mr.. Ballou, but they're
gone on ahead. He said she'd never sol
done sorrowing over the way she'd usad
me. I'd hate to have to stay here alone
| as-I do. thinking. OF a woman gr:eving ali
the time over what's past and done for
So I told him how many years and how
| many bushels Of CLAIMS those pearls stood
for and I've been pondering that she'll
know that such q present to her means
forgiveness and good Will for what littIe
of life that's left to u.s.
The New YOrksrs were on their feet
gasping at him.
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-26

"All | was working and struggling fer
on Gods earth. Took her away-I never
saw her again. That's all. l never saw
her again-and the bonds that I was fool
enough to think God tied they cut asun.
der. and l knew nothing of It until it had
been done The goddess Of the lawyers
may be blind. gentlemen. but those with
long ladders may whisper in her ear. And
this he swept his hand around his little
cdbin-"this is all I've got for home. and
you know how many years I've been here
Shut your eyes, you gentlemen. and think
OF your own. And that's why / want t(
talk to this man privately. God forgive
me or saying SO much here. but had to
to make you understand. Will you come
sir? His voice in the query had the
| same calm. ominous evenness.
No, will not screamed the clergy.
| man. Physical exhaustion accentuatet
his natural timidity. This renorseless In
sistence was maddening
You'd better wait, Tom" urged Man.
ming. stammering in his sudden agitation
This unwilling Of a tragedy shocked him
This stern call to the night outside made
him apprehensive of consequences. -.1r
the morning
II cannot Sleep, broke In ballard, land
/ re shall not sleep until We talk. YOU
two have known me. l am not a. thug
|, am not an assassin am not q
| butcher of sheep. But I say to YOU. and
| all here take warning-that man mus,
| now this night go out with me and, tail
with me man-fashion. on my ground
under Gods stars and in Gods open
where he is not frocksd parson nor I :
moccasined guide. but just two men witt
business to settle. Rams Wallace, wall
| out.
He reached behind him. lifted a rine
that had been standing against the ios
wall. swung Il into the hollow OF hi:
arm. stepped to one side and Srimly wait.
ed near the door. The New York mer
stared at each other blinking In their un.
/ certainty and were silent.
DIR. Wallace broke the hush. He mas
Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1908-04-26

At first the clergyman, occupied with his
eager story and enjoying the SAVIOR of the
arriving dishes. d d nothing but glance
idly at the man who padded here
and there so lightly in his moccas'ns. And
the low camp had many shadows. But
when the guide moved the lamp from it's
shelf TO the table and quietly announced
that the meal was ready. DR.. Wal
lace raised his careless gaze to the brown
face that appeared for moment IN the
yellow fare He had been rising with
hungry alacrity. He fell back upon the
''deacon-seat'' and sat clutching its edge.
The man looked at him moment and
quietly went out. saying at the door:
Il am going ia fry some more meat.
The Lee County journal. (Leesburg, Ga.) 1904-19??, 1908-08-21
IRA D. SANKEY is DEAD.
Famous Author and Singing Evangelist
Goes to His Reward.

New York City.-Ira d. Sankey,
known as an evangelist throughout
the Christian world, died at his home
In Brooklyn. Mr.. Sankey was S.
years of age. For the past five years
he had been blind, and had suffered
from complication of diseases
brought on by oyerwork. But almost
to the very last he worked at hymn
country and Europe with Dwight L.
Moody, the evangelist, brought him
into prominence.
.Sankey, it might be said, wrote the
gospel hymns of the world. In China,
Egypt, India, Japan, in almost every
language known to man, Sankey's
hymns are sung. He received large
income from his publications, and
leaves considerable of an estate
Among Mr.. Sankey's familiar compo-
sitions are THE Ninety and Nine"
and When the Mists Have Rolled
Away" His songs are said to have
had a circulation Of more than 50,000,-
900 copies.
Mr.. Sankey had saved his wonder
full voice for posterity by singing into
all over the world.
Sankey first met Moody at Young
Mems Christian Association conven-
ton in Indianapolis. Moody was so
charmed with the young mans voice
that he urged him to accompany him
on his evangelistic tour. Sankey ex-
planned that he was married and could
not give up his position. You must
come,' said Moody, Il cannot get
along without YOU"
They visited Great Britain from
1873 to 1876 and again in 1883, and
made many tours throughout the Uni
ted States. When Mr.. Moody died,
Mr. Sankey felt keenly the loss of
his friend. From that time he tried
to conduct the work alone which they
had hitherto shared between them,
In 1902 his physical condition com.
PEELED him to give up most OF his
evangelistieal engagements, although
he continued for some time to compile
new series of hymn books. Then
came failing eyesight, which speedily
developed into total blindness. With
the blindness came also a nervous
breakdown.
At the beginning Of his active life,
Mr.. Sankey was a Methodist, but for
the last seven years he had been a
Presbyterian. He is survived by a
widow, Fannie V. Sankey;; his two
sons, I. Allen Sankey and Edward
Sankey, and two grandchildren.