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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-15

Washington, May 4.-(Special )-Secre- tary of Agriculture Wilson is said to contemplate early retirement from the cabinet The President is very anxious for him to remain until next March 4.
 MT Wilson is the oldest of cabinet off, ficers In point of service and through his long service, beginning with the McKin- ley administration, he has brought the work of the department up to high standard Should MT. Wilson resign be- fore the expiration of President Roose- velts term there is little doubt that his successor will be Clifford Pinchot, United States forester.
 It is known that the President is fond of Mr Pinchot and would gladly give him a cabinet position if the opportunity 
 increase. But one central committee reporting for the entire failed to re- port increase--the District of Colum- bia-where the tide sets strongly to the northern societies."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-15
IKE REBEKAHS ADOPT
 A NEW CONSTITUTION

Montgomery, May 14.-(Specal.) )-The Rebekahs, before adjourning this after noon, adopted constitutions for future or ganizations and elected the following of ficers:
 President, Mrs. May Dronsons Mobile; yice-president Mrs Ida Woodrow, Bir- mingham; secretary, Mrs. Leona B. Kirk, Northport; treasurer, Mrs. w. M. Craw- ford, Montgomery
 A beautiful jewel was presented Miss Allie Robinson of Birmingham, the retir- ing president.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-15
Death of Mrs. Bridges.

Mrs. Jack Bridges died this afternoon lbout 1 o'clock at the Robinson infirm-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-15
SECRETARY WILSON MAY
 RETIRE FROM CABINET

afforded. MT. Pinchot has taken prom inent part in connection with the present conference of governors-so prominent, in fact, that it has been said in many cir culars that he was being pushed into prominence while the magnificent work done by Secretary Wilson has been ob- Scured.
 MT. Wilson entered President McKin- ley's cabinet on March 5, 1897, and has served continuously ever since. His es- tablishment of the bureau of soils, the importation of Durham wheat from Rus sia and it's introduction among the farm CTS of the west his animal bureau, seed bureau, and many other departments created by him and rounded up to per lection under his direction, are a few of the things accomplished by MT Wilson. since he has been the head of the depart ment of agriculture. w. S.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-15
BRYAN URGES
 INSTRUCTION
Says Delegates Should Bear to Con- vention the Will of the
 People.

Lincoln. Neb. May 14.-In The Com moner tomorrow William J. Bryan, under a glaring caption, will urge the instruc- tion of delegates to the democratic na- tional convention. He says:
 der of the day. Nearly all the states which have held democratic conventions so far have instructed. This is as 1t should be; instructions are democratic. The people speak through instructions they cannot speak in any other way.
 "A failure to instruct turns the dele gate over to party bosses.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-15
BAPT|STS MEET AT HOT SPRINGS Overflow Meeting Marks First
 Session LEVERING IS PRESIDENT More Than 1900 Delegates Are In Alt endance-Larsest Convention Ever Held Is Promised-Reports
 of Officers.
LEVERING IS PRESIDEN1 l

Hot Springs, May 14-Before an audi ence that crowded to the limit the large convention hall of the Eastman hotel and which extended to an overflow gathering in the adjacent dancing pavilion, the 53d annual session of the Baptist conven- tion was called to order to night.
 Edwin William Stephens of Columbia, Mo-, president of the convention, was absent, but the first rousing cheer of the audience greeted the reading of a mes sage from him from Jerusalem where he is on work for the church. Prom the foot of Calvary, I send greetings" was the message.
 Vice President Joshua Lowering of Bal timore called the convention to order. and Dr. W. E. Hatcher of Virginia led q brief devotional exercise, which was followed by welcoming of the Baptists by the Rev. W. T. Amis of Hot Springs.
 Dr. Lansing Burrows of Tennessee, sec- retary of the convention, made a report of the enrolled delegates to date, which showed 1884 who had presented their cre- dentials, with probably another 500 pres ent who had arrived on late trains.
 Election of OffIcerS.
 Election of officers was the first busi- ness of the convention. The name of Joshua Lowering of Baltimore was put before the convention by the Rev. J. w. Millad of Atlanta. He spoke of MT Lowering as a man who had not only given his time, his wealth and his at tendance to the convention work, but had given two daughters to the cause of mis- sions in the far east The Rev. W. l.. Hatcher of Virginia seconded the nom ination calling attention to the former candidacy of Joshua Lowering for Presi- dent of the United States on the prohi- bition ticket and the sacrifices that race entailed in a worthy cause.
 On motion MT. Lowering was elected the secretary being instructed to cast the vote of the 10S4 delegates enrolled for him.
 The following vice presidents were elected:
 J. A. Scott of Oklahoma, w. E. Atizin- son of Arkansas. Father Bukner of Texas and Henry R. Pollard of Virginia.
 Dr. Lansing Burrows of Nashville, Tenn, and Oliver Fuller Gregory of Staunton, Va, were elected secretaries to succeed themselves
 The annual sermon of the convention was delivered by the Rev. H. W. Battle of Kinston, N. c.
 Reocrts of Officers.
 The annual reports of the officers were read and the work of union in connection with the foreign mission board, the home mission board, the Sunday school board and the Woman's Training school in Ken lucky was thoroughly discussed by the speakers appointed for the occasion. Chief interest this year centers in an effort to raise $2O,O0e for the endowment of the training school at Louisville. No reports have been given out as yet, but it is be- lieved that most of the sum has been subscribed by the different state unions.
 The Southern Baptist Educational Con ference this afternoon met in the First Baptist church. beginning at D m. The afternoon meeting was addressed by President s. P. Brooks of Baylor uni
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-15
OFFICERS NAMED
 BY THE DENTISTS
A FLORIDA MAN IS MADE PRESl- DENT, WHILE ALABAMA MEN FIGURE PROMINENTLY IN LIST. BARBECUE LAST NIGHT.

The Southern branch of the National Dental association adjourned yesterday afternoon after the election of officers. To the position of president, Dr. J. E. Chase of Ocala, Fla, was elected; first vice president, pr. H. Clay Hassell of Tusca- loosa, Ala; second vice-presdentt, w. w. Westmoreland of Columbus, Miss. third vice-president, E. L. Gum, of Gadsden, Ala; recording secretary, c. H. Frink of Fernandina, Fla; corresponding secreta- ry, w. G. Mason of Tampa, Fla; treas urer, B. D. Brabson of Knoxville, Tenn members of the executive committee, Dr. Charles Alexander of Charlotte N. C.. and A. J. Cotrell of Knoxville, Tenn.
 Last night. after an enjoyable trolley ride. the dentists ended their three days session with an evening at East Lake. barbecue and other entertainment
 Yesterday morning the officers of the state association were installed and clin- ics were held, these being the most im- portant features of the convention.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-15
Medical Society Meets.

The Bessemer Medical society met this evening in the council chamber at the city hall. There were about 15 physi- clans present and a good deal of routine work was gotten through with. The so- ciety bids fair to be the best Bessemer has ever had and all of the members are taking a great interest in it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-15
Five Bishops Elected.

Richmond, Va, May 1.-The election of five bishops was the feature of today's session of the general conference of the A. M. E. church conference, the success ful ministers being '. w. Hampton, the present financial secretary, of Mississippi the Rev. Dr. H. Blanton Parks, mission ary secretary, and the Rev. J. S. F'lipper, president of Morris Brown college, At lanta who are to be assigned work at home, while the Rev. Dr. Albert John son of Philadelphia was elected bishop of South Africa and pr. w. H. Heard, sec retary of the Preachers Aid society, was elected bishop of West Africa. The great est interest was manifested in the elec- ton. and not until late afternoon ballot did the conference reach conclusion.
 T.. T. Snaw & Son. UndertakerA
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05
TALK OF THE TOWN.
r. 3 G. corsets al Abbott's.

X q =. corsets az Abbotts.
Standard patterns at Perry's; none
better
To close, 75c and slOO long gloves for
Soc, at Naughan's.
Miss Edith Buxton OF Boston is visit
ing at the home Of F. 3. Cate.
G. Rabioli of South Ryegate was a
business visitor in the city yesterday.
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Jones returned
last night from fishing trip to High,
gate.
Private sale of furniture at City Anc.
tion Rooms, every day and evening this
week. Pearl street.
There will be regular meeting of
the Ladies' Auxiliary A. Q. H., Wednes.
day evening at 1880 o'clock in X. OF c.
hall.
Miss Retta Cooper leaves tomorrow
for Montreal and will sail Saturday Tor
several months visit at her former
home in Scotland.
Are you aware that you can buy first
class groceries of J. L. Brown and get
double the discount OF rebate that any
other store in town will give you, There
you get your choice OF the popular red
stamps or per cent, of in cash. II in
doubt, give him trial and satisfy your
self All orders delivered promptly.
Tel. lll-4 337 North Main street.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05
TALK OF THE TOWN

For ladies' brown stockings, go TO
Perry's; three pairs for rs cents.
Mrs. Charles Oliver and children went
to Highgate to-day for a two weeks
vacation.
Jesse Cayhue, the proprietor OF the
well known Bean Foundry" on Depot
square, started this afternoon with his
grandson Arthur Cayhue, for Old Or
chard Beach, Me, for well-earned va.
cation.
Auction sale, Thursday p. m, at 4
o'clock at Forsyth & Migrants West
street. Two chamber suites, book case,
writing desk, center table, hard wood
rocker, cook stove, etc, all practically
new. George j. Miller.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05
To the Users Of City Water.

On account OF the dry weather and
shortage OF water, all hose use must be
discontinued.
o. G, Russell, supt.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05
Notiee o Labor ONION omcIaIs.

The Executive Committee OF all the
local unions are requested TO attend
called by the Central Labor
Union OF Barre ON Wednesday evening,
Aug. s. AZ 1880 o'clock Nichols Block.
let every one be in attendance.
james Muteh,
Secy.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05
THE WORM TURNS.
Grand Lodge of Vermont Masons Sues
City of Burlington.

Burlington, Aug. 5.-The case of
Grand Lodge OF eVrnont, +, 4 A. NJ,
Lee s, Tillotson ct al VIZ. the city of
Burlington was entered yesterday in
Chittenden county court. This is an
action to recover the money recently
paid for taxes on the Masonic temple
for the years 1905, 1906 and 1907 to-
gether with costs and other expenses.
The amount involved is S3,9lS94 and
was paid short time ago under protest
to avoid the sale OF the Masonic temple
property at public auction, the property
having been advertised for sale by Con
stable Florence.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05

Red Men, attention! The annual out
ing and Buffalo dance will be held at
Caledonia park August s. under the
leadership Of Chief lronsidc. Tickets
will be secured of the committee in
charge on the train Special train will
leave at 1.30 sharp.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05
SOUTH BARRE.

A number of young people from this
place spent Sunday at the home of
Fern Recor in Williamstown
Isaac Recor has sold his house on
Church street to Charles Fleetwood Of
South Barre, the papers being made out
Monday.
Mrs. Ella Brink and her son, Fred
Owen, have gone on a carriage drive
through Morrisyille and Montgomery to
visit Mrs. Drinks son, Elmer.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05
FOR SALE!

Owing to the recent death of Mr.
]. NJ Brault the Granite Plant and
Business OF Brault s. Sargent, Mont
pelier. VI Straight type shed.
Equipped with all modern devices,
Best possible location, and all new.
None of this machinery has been run
over 9 months. Plant is now OPP
Grating 2 gangs of cutters. Every
thing in hrst-class condition.
II interested apply to j. d. SAR-
GENT, Montpelier, VT, or THOS.
H. CAVE, Jr, Barre, VT
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05

Buy your linoleums, art squares, lace
curtains, porticres rugs, Monday
goods. ironing boards, etc, at Sadiier
y Dawson's p Elm street. Prices rea
sonabIe. Quality excellent. Store open
from p. m daily. Tel 209.2l, or send
card for samples
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05
THE BARRE DAILY TIMES
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST S, 1908.
Weather Prediction.

Fair tonight, Thursday generally
lair and somewhat warmer IN eastern
portioni light southerly TO southwest.
ery winds.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05

Those who saw the show yesterday MT
the Biiou theatre were not averse 10
calling it pretty good hours enter.
tainment The pictures were of tie
thrilling order and The song was bet,
ter sung than usual and the piano
sounded well. The Circus Queen was
perhaps the one that attracted the most
attention because OF the daring trapezc
WORK.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05
TALK OF THE TOWN

: Try Lander's Havana leaf Sc cigar.
Twenty-Five cent muslin collars for l5c
at Perry's.
We are closing out line of ham
mocks at cost. We have some good
patterns left. &. w. AyerilI Il Go.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05

A regular meeting Of the Socialists
will be held this evening at O'Clock, in
the Wheelock building All those hay.
ing books belonging to the Socialist
library please return them, as the books
are to be numbered.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05

L, J, Mead reports that thieves are
digging and carrying away potatoes
from his patch on the French estate.
and he intends to see that they are
caught if it is continued. A watch is
to be set on the place.
The Barre daily times. (Barre, Vt.) 1897-1959, 1908-08-05

to collect July dues. P. K.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
WATERFOWL JOTTINGS

Arthur Bercier has resigned his position with NJ. E, Brahen,
 The condition of William G. French who has been ill for some time Is much improved.
 If your boys suit is from Upson, Singleton & Co.'S you can get extra knickerbockers to match, Open evenings
 Joseph Smith, a former baggage master on the local train, has been assigned to train leaving Winsted and will make that place his home for the present.
 The committee that was appointed to name the streets of the town will make a report on Monday evening at a public meeting in the town hall. All interested should attend this meeting.
 The following officers have been elected by Deforest commandery, t. o. of G. c. for the ensuing term: N' C.. John Murphy; V. x. C., Mrs Mar riet Smith P, Mrs Ruby Fox; Ill., Frank Smith; K. of C., Mrs Il. som erville: Q. G.. Julius Hart; P. N. c. s. J. Fox: trustees, G. N. FOX, 0. Lathrop and s. OXley.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
COMMISSIONER IN OvERALLs
Mir Kendall Shows His Grit in Tune
 of Adversity.

People in Suffield are talking, and In complimentary way, of the grit and manly perseverance of George F.. Kendall, who until recently was bank commissioner of the state. Mir Ken dall, was generally considered 10 have failed of his full duty in regard to the New Britain Savings bank in the famous Walker case. It will be remembered that Walker got away during an examinations of the bank s affairs. Nobody accused the exam iners of anything more serious than not being alive to the necessity of quick action, but they were blamed for this and not without reason. Gov ernor Woodruff appointed another commissioner in MT Kendall's place when his term ran out.
 Since then MT Kendall has been out of a job and looking unsuccess- fully for some position similar in rank to what he had lost. He has been state senator and a man of in fluence in his town. Luck, however, was against him and now he has taken hold like a man. donned his overalls and gone to work at so much per diem stripping tobacco in one of the tobacco houses in Suffield. His pluck is being commended on all sides.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
NUTMEG CARVINGS.
Interesting Items Boiled Down TOT
 Our BuSy Readers.

New London Yesterday morning as Anna Swanson, aged 70 yea e' daughter of John Swanson or NO :" Nauxhall street. was warming heF hands over gas stove, her clothing took fire and she was terrloiE burned on the left side of her oouy before the flames were eXtlngulsheo, A woolen skirt saved the lower part of her body from burning
 Windsor-A cat got caught m the hel1ing at Lewis's grist mill yes'er- day and nearly wrecked the machlh- cry of the mill. The cat jumped onto fourteen inch belt Whlch. was in motion and was carried around the pulley and as it came Tn contact with the pulley it shook the Whole building, soaring the mill owner ana the men al work in the mill. mere was scarcely enough left to the cal to pick up.
 Hartford Nobody has yet hand ed an automobile in at the Hartford nost office to be sent by mail for Christmas present, but sled 1ound its way there yesterday, the person who had it in charge desiring to send it by parcels post to England. The gift wasn't far outside the size limit, at that, but 1t was just llttle too big and some little English boy will have to get his American sled in another way.
 Avon-It has just been learned that Belle Reid, daughter of Luther Reid. the rural mail carrier, and George Smith, painter, both or this town, went to Simsbury last Thursday night. secured marriage license, and proceeded to the resi- dence of Rev c. J. Potter, who re- fused to marry them on account of the brides youth. The couple, how ever. declare that they are married, though they refuse to disclose the name of the person who finally tied | he knot
 RristOl-Joseph Johnson of School street will have fine, fat wild goose for his Christmas dinner. few days ago Johnson noticed an un- usually large fowl lingering over the Pequabuck river opposite School street, and finally the bird dropped down into the water. IL seemed totally exhausted and when Johnson started out to capture it he found no difficulty in doing so. He took the fowl home. put it in a hen coop and began fattening it for Christ mas dinner
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
LETTERS TO GERMANY.
Two Cents an Ounce, Beginning Jan
 uary 1. if Sent Direct.

The following order of Postmaster General Meyer has been received:
 Pursuant to special agreement be- tween this department and the pos tai administration of Germany, it is hereby ordered that, commencing on January 1, 1909, the postage rate ap- plicable to letters mailed in the United States for Germany and dis patched by sea direct and not via England or France shall be cents an ounce or fraction of an ounce When such letters are unpaid or ShOrt-paid the deficient postage shall be collected on delivery at dou- ble the above rate.
 Letters for Germany shall not be dispatched via England or France at the above rate, even though spe- cially addressed to be so dispatched.
 This order applies only to letters mailed in the states and territories of the United States, including Alas ka, on the mainland of North Ameri- ca, and does not extend to letters mailed i'll Hawaii, Porto Rico, the Philippines or other possession of the United States
 The present rate of letters to Ger many IS ) cents for the first ounce and cents each for additional ounces.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
!AYRAULT WINS.

Hartford, Dec 17.-Ayrault of Bridgeport defeated Costello of this city in the pool tournament at Camp bells last night, 150 to 102. Ayr ault's high runs were 15, 2, II and x and Costello's were 9, II and &. Ayrault made five scratches and Cos tello made four Joe Dunn was the referee. The score:
 Ayrault-11. 14. 15, II. l3. 14, 13. 6. ?. 6, 9. 3. 4. g 8. 1. 15-150.
 Costello-3, 1, 0, ,, ?. 1. 2. 9, 13. 9. 6, II, II. 6. :. IA. 5-102.
 Johnson of Hartford and Ghent of Middletown will play tonight and t will be Ghent's first game in this city. Britt and Crane, who were scheduled to play on Monday night, will play tomorrow night.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17

rich furs we have here are priced so moderately that if it Is from the expense point of view you've hcsitated you'll dispel all such thoughts when you examine our showing of Furs--
 These are a few of the extra ValueS:-
 BLACK PERSIAN PAW SETS Pillow muf and throw; $15.9S set. Our Special price $12.OO the set.
 OPPOSSUM FURS-Pillow muffs.- S2.9S, S3.9S and $500. SHAWL COLLARS TO MATCH MUFFS-S1.9 to SEEDS. THROWS-To match muffS S2.9S to SS.OS.
 BLACK LYNX SETS-Consisting of Throw Collar and the new Rug huff. S3O.OO the set. DARK RUSSIAN SQUIRREL SETS Throw collar and pillow mutI;a extra good Sl5.00 set for $13.5O. NATURAL RUSSIAN MINK MUFFS -Sl29S to $1S.00. Scarfs to match $1S0O. ISABELLA AND SABLE FOX MUFFS-Three and four stripe. 1.9S each. BLACK WOLF SET-Beautiful furs, shawl collar and rug huff. S25.OO the set.
 CHILDREN'S FURS-A big line of styles in all kinds of furs. Price from S1 10 to SS.9S set.
 STORE OPEN EVERY EVENING UNTIL CHRISTMAS.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
Diplomats Are Concerned.

Washington. Dec 1T.-Dplomatic cir rles are deeply concerned over the differences between the Argentine Re public and Brazil
 Their relations are distinctly strained as a result of the activities of each in increasing its naval force.
 Argentina declares that the present superiority of her navy permits her to dictate to Brazil that the latter shall make no further increase
 Brazil now has under way the build ing of several large vessels in England
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17

some of our special Christmas WOMEN'S 26-lN BLACK GLORIA rMBRELLAS-Paragon frame handles in natural wood; horn, pearl gem metal and silver trimmed Prices are S1.OO, Sl.oS, 1.5O and $2.0S each.
 WOMEN'S 26-IN COLORED tM- HRELI.AS-ln green. red, navy bluo and brown. Natural wood handles. Price S2.9S each. WONEN'S 26-IN BLACK SILK tM- HRELLAS-7 rib, paragon frame, handles of silver pearl, natural wood, old mission wood and sll- yer and gilt mounted. Prices S3.0S and Sl.9S each.
 MEMS ss-lN GLORIA UMBRELLAS Tape edge, handles of natural wood, plain or silver mounted. Price, S1.OO, S1.5O. $i.9S and S29S each.
 MEMS 3S-lN SILK UMBRELI.AS- Extra fine grade, handles ot nat ural wood in plain or silver or gold mounted. Regular $3 and SC values. S3-9S and S4.9S each. WOMEN'S 26-IN COTTON SERGE UMBRELIAS-J0c and 15c each. CHUDREN'S 22 AND 2i-lN tM- BRELLAS-Natural wood horn and silver mounted handles. 5Oc. .5c and S1.OO each.
 FURS FOR XMAS GIFTS-Noth- ing is a moro lasting or appre- ciated as a gift than nice fur piece or set The magnificent
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
AER0PLANE SCARS HIGH.
Wilbur Wright Attains Height of
 24Q Feet at Lenans.

LTV GV'Fr"'FH'
 I.emans. Dec. r. - Wilbur Wright the American aeroplanist. has just made the most remarkable flight in his acroplane here.
 Instead Of rising gradually, the ma chine shot up like a rocket to height of 240 feet.
 The aeronaut then permitted it to drop about fifty feet. at which altitude be stopped the engine.
 The machine glided down smoothly and gracefully. landing about three quarters of a mile from the starting point
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
SneCjaI Magazine Offer.

The Evening Democrat and the Cosmopolitan Magazine for 42 cents a month. All that is necessary is to pay your subscription in advance.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1908-12-17
MRS. VANDERBILT SAILS.
Former Wife of Alfred c. Takes Sud
 den Trip to Europe.

New York. Dec. r. - Mrs. Ellen French Vanderbilt who recently got a divorce from Alfred Gwvnne Wander.