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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-14
DEATHS AND FUNERALS
Mrs. Mary Perry Bowers.

Mrs. Mary Perry Bowers, age 40 years, wife of G. M. Bowers, died sud- denly yesterday afternoon at the resi- dence of her sister, 1908 Eleventh ave- nue, south. Mrs. Bowers was at the home of her sister paying her a visit and had been there only a short time when she died suddenly, presumably of heart failure. The funeral services over the remains will be conducted from the Bowers residence, 1140 South Thirteenth street, this afternoon at 3 o'clock. The interment will be made in the Elmwood cemetery.
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Carried Huge Fortune
 Hn His Marker BaSkef

man converted most of his property into cash. So far as known he left no will, and the fortune will go to his only daugn- ter, Mrs. James McCluggage of Rose Hill, Kan. It is said that the old man and his daughter had been estranged for many years. It Is learned that he had on de- post in Knoxville banks about $60oOO; $SO00 in Athens, Tenn, and at least s40,OOO in this city. His papers are valued in the neighborhood of $50000.
 McMillin was staunch believer In the teachings of the late Bob Ingersoll, and devoted most of the time in late years to the study of his writings. He was na- tive of Portage county, Ohio.
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At the Bjiou.

Billy B.. Van, the comedian at the Bijou this week in Patsy in Politics. occupies a field peculiarly his own. There are few imtators of MT. Van anI none of them quite so good as he in the role of a bad boy. His mannerisms are true to life and his ability as a funmaker is unquestioned. MT. Van is singing several good songs this year and he is supported by a large com pany Next week the Bijou will offer the familiar melodrama, The Ninety and Nine" It would surprise some peo- pie to know how much money this play makes for it's managers in a season and how great a popularity it enjoys among certain classes of theatregoers. Good scenery and capable company are promised.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-14
A Modern Development.

From Success Magazine.
 Your child undoubtedly has chicken pox," says the attending physician
 And why does she have continual chills with it? Is not that unusual?p asks the parent
 ''Well-ah-no doubt it Is new mani festation of our changing conditions. 1 might diagnose the case as cold-storage chicken pox." @M
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Mrs. Emilee Dickey.

Mrs. Emilee Dickey, age 23 years wife of W. J. Dickey, died Wednes- day evening at her late residence, 2401 Thirty-second avenue. The funeral ser- vices over the remains will be con ducted from the residence this morning at 10 o'clock. The interment will be made in Crumley's chapel cemetery.
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Alma TroxaI.

Alma Troxal, age years, daughter of Mrs. S. H. Robinson, died early yes terday morning at the family residence, 4441 Fourth avenue. The funeral ser vices over the remains will be con ducted from the residence this morning at 10 o'clock. The interment will be made in the Elmwood cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-14
Old Pastor Dead.

Atlanta, February 1(Special. )-The Rev Henry Wilson, for 40 years pastor of churches in New York and recently connected with Christian Missionary AL lance work, died tonight of pneumonia at the home of MT. Emmons on Peach tree street
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Jennie Weaver,

Jennie Weaver, age 8 months, the in- fant daughter of MT. and Mrs. H. L. Weaver, died yesterday morning at the family residence, 112 North Tenth street. The remains will be sent to Brennan, Ga., by Shaw & Son for in- terment
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Annlston Postal cIerks' Banquet.

Invitations have been received in Bir- n1ingham to the annual baiquet of the Anniston branch of the United National Association Of Postoffice Clerks. which will he given at the Alabama hotel in Anniston, Friday evening, February 21. The hours will be from toll o'clock.
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The Rev. pr. E. w. Jones.

The funeral services over the remains of the Rev. pr. D. w. Jones were con ducted from the Owenton Methodist church yesterday morning at 10 o'clock, the Rev. W. F. Price, pastor. officiating The funeral was largely attended and there were many beautiful floral of ferings. The interment was made in the Elmwood cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-14
Travelinq Men Arrested.

New Orleans, February IS. F. B. Morse and E. J. Rhodes, travelling representa- tives of the Guarantee Trust and Bank ing company of Atlanta, were arrested here tonight. The local police do not know what charges are made against them The arrests were made upon re- quest of the chief of police of Atlanta
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-14
Where It Belongs.

From Success Magazine"
 ''Excuse me-" says the playwright to his friend who was hissing the piece, 'do you think it is good form to hiss my show when gave you the ticket that admitted you?" M at i.sf
 "Certainly'' resentfully replied the friend. "If I'd bought ticket would have contented myself by going outside and swearing at myself."<
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RIDGELY TO BECOME
 BANK PRESIDENT
COMPTROLLER OF CURRENCY VlS- ITS NEW YORK, BUT NO ONE LEARNS OF REAL OBJECT OF HIS TRIP.

Washington, February 13.-It is stated, on what is believed to be good authority. that w B. Ridgely, the comptroller of the currency. has decided to accept the presidency of the reorganized National Bank of Commerce of Kansas City, which suspended payment during the last finan- cial stringency. Mr. Ridgely is now in New York arranging certain matters, it is believed, preparatory to his taking active control of the bank.
 Lawrence O. Murray, now assistant secretary of the department of commerce and labor, it is understood will succeed Mr. Ridgely as comptroller of the cur rency. Unless something unusual occurs to disarrange present plans the change incident to MT Ridgelys retirement will take place at an early date.
 New York, February 13.-Comptroller of the Currency while here today. discussed with Vice President Frank Vanderlp of the National City bank plans for the re- mobilization of the National Bank Of Commerce of Kansas City. Mo.
 MT. Ridgely could not be reached to af- firm the report that he has decided to accept the presidency of the Kansas City institution, but it was learned tlat until the plans for the restoring of the bank s stability had been definitely concluded the selection of new officers was considered premature by those most directly con- cerned What progress toward rehabli- ta.ion has been made today was not given out Comptroller Ridge1y left for Wash ington tonight F
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Leon SouIant.

Leon soulant, age 46 years, died yes terday morning at his late residence, 515 North Nineteenth street. The in- terment will be made in the Elmwood cemetery tomorrow morning.
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We are still in the business. If you have any houses for rent, list them with us and we will secure you good tenants.
 T. L. ANGLIN 0 CO.,.
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''as to the new republican evangel or tariff revision" it was MT. Dalzell. He is fixed star of portentous magnitude in the constellation of the stand-pat- ters, he exclaimed. "He Is the stand pat sheaf to which all other stand pat sheaves do obeisance, even as Joseph saw things happen in his dream He is to all stand patters what Aaron 5 rod was to the rods of the magicians.
 He remarked that should MT. >Dalzell ever arise in his place In the House and unequivocally declare that he was earnestly in favor Of general tariH re- vision downward, "the angelic cholr should break forth in full chorus;
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only one "BROMO QUININE.v
 That is LAXATIVE PROMO QUININE. Look for the signature of 10. W. Grove. Used the world over to Cure a Cold in One Day 25c.
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We are now in position to place long term loans, at low rates of interest on choice busi- ness and residence property.
 STEINER BROS.
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z. [. saaw $ son. undertaker.

Green Undertaking Co.,, Wallace c. Johns, Manager.
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Ads illustrated with good cuts ars
 trade winners-The Gawk makes good cuts. 4.
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Sound the glad timbrel OCT land o'er
 sea- Dalzel is converted; the county is
 free.'H
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THIS DAY IN
 HISTORY OF
 BIRMINGHAM
February 14. 1886:

February l4, 1886:
 The large sewer being put in across the union depot lot is under the supervision of James Anderson. The sewer will be 475 feet long and will extend from Nine- teenth to Twentieth streets. The work will require five weeks of good weather and 16O,00O hard brick. One hundred and forty-tive barrels of cement is also re- quired. The sewer is being made to con- vey the water of the branch that runs through the lot from a point above the depot location. The sewer will be turned from across Twentieth street to Morris avenue, where it will connect with the main sewer now being built.
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Pokes Fun at Payne.

After poking fun at MT. Payne's re- cent speech in the House, MT. Clark
 turned his attention to MT. Dalzell One third of MT. Payne's speech, he de- clared, had been delivered in whisper .'apparently for the sole benefit and spiritual instruction of MT. Dalzell.' "If there was any person about the cap itol :" said MT. Clark, who was In sore need of abundant spiritual instruction
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-14

Laborers for steam shovel grading on Bessemer- Mulgay branch on the A., B. & A. R. R. Pay $1.25 per day. s
 LANE BROS. co.
 Wylam, Ala.
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February fl. 1902:

 Miss Helen Gould and party are in the city for whole. They are travelling in special car from New Orleans to New York.
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Birmingham. February IS, 1908.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
COLLEY RESIGNS
HUBBARD SUCCEEDS
CHANGE IN PASTORS AT TWENTY
SEVENTH STREET BAPTIST
CHURCH-COLLEY ENTERS BAP-
list SEMINARY AT LOUISVILLE.

The Rev. J. o. Colley has resigned as
pastor of the Twenty Street Bap-
fist church and DIR. w D. Hubbard has
accepted a call by the church to become
its pastor
Mr.. Colley resigned in order to enter
the Baptist seminary at Louisville, Ky.
He had been pastor of that church for %
months. During his pastorate he added
1888 members, building it up from weak
to one of the most promising young
churches of the state
Dr. Hubbard is the well-known state
evangelist of the Baptist church of this
state. He has been successful during his
two years work as evangelist His last
pastorate was the Baptist church at
Troy, and before that he was pastor of
the First Baptist church of Raleigh,
n. C. He will arrive in Birmingham
with his family about the first of next
month and will live in the immediate
neighborhood of the church.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
FREDERICK WARDE TONIGHT.
Will Talk at High School Auditorium
About Shakespeare and His Plays.

Frederick Warde, the distinguished ira
gedian, will appear as the fourth number
in this seasons lyceum course at the
High School auditorium tonight at S15
o'clock. Mr.. Warde, as will be recalled
some time ago left the theatrical stage.
where he lad been one of the leading act
ors for 30 years, for the lyceum platform,
and for several seasons has met with
ever-increasing success. He is held in
high esteem as actor scholar and orator.
His subject tonight will be Shakespeare
and His Plays"
The Los Angeles Evening Express had
the following to say about Mr. Warde and
his work.
Mr.. Warde is absolute master of his
subject He is a speaker majestic in the
extreme, scholarly in the presentation Of
the subject, and delightful in style. For
two hours he held his audience spellbound.
absolutely fascinated with his power Of
delineation, his subtle and delightful crit
icism. his magnetic oratory and graceful
delivery"
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
MANSFIELD TO HIS LITTLE BOY.
Characteristic Letter Written From
Kansas City Three Years Ago.

From 'Richard Mansfield, the Great
Actor" by Paul Wilstach, in the No
vember Scribners
May "a, 1s05-My Dear General and
My Dear Boy: Your full-rigged ship laden
with your love and your kisses and good
wishes arrived safely in the port of Kan
sas City and the work of unloading her
is now progressing. The first thing she
did when she sighted land was to load all
her guns-I counted 22-with kisses and
fire them off, and nearly every one hit
me straight on the lips, on my nose, and
one struck me right in the middle of my
stomach and knocked me down. Some of
the kisses, however, went astray For
instance, the nigger-no, mean the col
ored gentleman-who was waiting on me
at dinner, and whose name is Jim, got
one in the eye, and he was so astonished
that he fell down with a dish of peas in
his hand and the peas rolled all over the
floor and he was two hours picking them
up. Another kiss struck a school marin,
who was walking by the hotel, and she
went to the police station and complained
that she had received a kiss and wanted
to have somebody prosecuted. The police
are now looking all over the city for
some one who has lost kiss Butt got
most of them
Then your full-rigged ship fured her
sails and was hauled alongside the wharf
and commenced to unload her love- My!
but there is lot of it. Huge wagons
full of love are rolling up the street, and
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
Race for Postmaster.

Interest is keen in regards to the APP
pointment of a postmaster at Ensley. 1t
is stated that ]. o. Thompson, referee of
President Roosevelt, will make his rec
ommendation to the President Monday
As the endorsement of Mr.. Thompson
practically means the appointment he has
been fairly beseiged by petitions and let
tiers setting forth the claims of the sew
eral applicants for the position. The ac-
tive candidates are ]. w. Brigham, T. G..
Kennamer and w. I. Millar. There are
also several other aspirants for the place
who are also seeking Endorsement. 1t
seems to be conceded the race is between
the above named gentlemen. The office
is a very lucrative one and promises to
be moreso in the future as the receipts
of the office are growing monthly.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
Personal and General.

Mr.. and Mrs. W. n. Ward entertained
the Wood Perkins bridal party tonight at
a buffet luncheon, the entire bridal party
being present. A rehearsal was held and
all details arranged for the wedding,
which will occur Thursday night.
Yesterday Mr.. and Mrs. Foster Ham
ilton entertained the party at l o'clock,
and Mr.. and Mrs. Mackey at 6 o'clock
Those present tonight were: Mrs and
Mrs. Foster Hamilton Mr.. and Mrs. J..
NJ. Perkins, Mr. and Mrs. Hoke Perkins.
Mr. and Mrs. Onie Mackey, Mrs. Afford
rotten, Miss Louise F. Perkins. Miss
Lester Scott, the Rev. Alex Crawford,
Mrs. R. L. Totten, Mr.. NJ. R. Johnson,
Mr. Charles Perkins, iron L. Owens.
r. e. Brakeman, who was chief
draughtsman at the steel mill, has been
promoted TO chief engineer, Carl Koelke-
beck was made chief draughtsman.
The Rev. F. C. Doyle left for Chicago
this morning on business connected with
the church. He will be absent several
days.
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At the Boiou,

Edith Millward who plays the Poet
Prince in THE Wizard of o." at the
Bijou this week, is the possessor of a
graceful figure and makes a dashing
prince. She is, moreover, a singer of
ability and renders her different numbers
in an artistic manner. Miss Millward
passed the last two seasons abroad, ap-
pearing at London vaudeville theatres.
George Stone, who plays the Scarecrow, is
one of the cleverest impersonators of &C.
centric characters and his faithful make
up as the Scarecrow is one of the Won
derful bits of grotesque humor of the
stage. Stones dancing is also marvellous.
There will be a matinee this afternoon,
Next week Me. Him and l"
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
SHARP DEBATE
SHOWS FEELING
OF THE GERMANS
CONTINUED FRoM pACp

Herr Heine, is accustomed to speak upon
every subject not knowing what experts
think about his views, because there is
no one courageous enough to inform him
Baron Won Kiderlen- Waeehtet, the act
ing foreign minister, in his maiden speech
and amid constant interruption, defended
the foreign office, which, he declared,
was overworked and lacked a sufficient
staff
Herr Won Odenburg. one of the con-
sentative leaders, said that his party
would not participate in the address, as
that would mean criticism of the EN-
peror.
The debate was concluded and the
house rejected the proposition of the ad-
dress and adjourned
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
MUCH ACTIVITY
ABOUT STEEL MILLS
Common Labor Is In Great
Demand
The RACE FOR POSTMASTER
Thompson to Make Recommendation
Monday Next-Father Costello Will
Conduct Mission In Ensley.
The Wood Reception.
THE RACE FOR POSTMAST TER

Ensley, November n.-6Special.)-As
an evidence of the returning prosper
ity the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Rail-
road company is preparing to send a
number of labor agents to different parts
of the country to secure laborers for the
large amount of construction work that
is being carried on at this time but
more especially because of the construc-
ton work that will begin at an early
date.
There is already a scarcity of COM
mon labor at this point, due to the fact
that so many foreigners moved away
during abe financial depression. Many
of these will return as soon as the ex-
tensive improvements are well under way.
Among the mechanical and steel work.
ers labor is plentiful.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
Mr.. Bryan's Discretion
From Success Magazine.

IL tohi tootSrsS w dEdZllt.
At little town in southern Texas,
William J. Bryan's eloquent address
was received with the widest enthu-
siasm. At its close an excited young
woman rushed up and asked permits
sion to kiss the orator. The embar-
raised politician declined lie salute
politely, but firmly Wnrn they had
left the town one of the gentlemen
wnc accompanied Mr.. Bryan took him
to task for his lack of eallantrv ai.,l
EXPIRE ssed his fears thar the Texans
might resent Mr.. Bryan action.
We'll" replied Mr.. Bryan with Il
sly glance at his wife, who was in The
party, 81 shall be in Texas only few
Gays, but ] shall be with Mrs. Bryan
all my life.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
Railroads Will Be Sued.

Little Rock, November 1.-THE Arkan-
sas railroad commission after confer
ence today with representatives of the
railroads were asked to show cause why
the commission should not prosecute them
for failure to obey an order prohibiting
increased freight rates, decided to stand
by the decision to prosecute and in
structed the states attorneys to file suits
Immediately
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
ADJUSTMENTS.
Little Chip and Mary Marble.

1t is matter of general interest to the
theatre-going public to know that the
appearance of Little Chip and Mary Mar
BILE at the jefferson theatre this afternoon
and tonight Will be the last in Birming-
ham for a least two years. They are
booked for a long engagement at the
Alaska exposition after they tour the Pa
cific coast. The play in which they will
be seen here today is His Honor the
Mayor a piece that has enjoyed long
runs in all the larger cities of the coun-
try, including five months in Chicago and
eight in New York.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
PIG sQUEALs CANNED.

Special Dispatch to The Cincinnati En-
quirer.
Chicago.-Canned pig squealsl Yes, an
inventive genius here has discovered that
there is money in a pigs squeal. That
which the late f.. d. Armour said was
the only ching that went to waste at
the stock yards now has commercial
value.
Millions OF dollars worth of squeals
have gone to waste because it was not
known what Use to make of them, but
now that thew nave real value the pub
lie will have to pay for squeals just the
same as it pays for the choicest parts
of the American porker.
Today a man carrying a camera and
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
At the Gayety.

Sam Scribners show is making a great
hit at the Gayety theatre this week. The
show carries one of the best vaudeville
bills of any troupe in the country, Bedini
and Arthur, in their great juggling act,
are the talk of the town.
The Scribner show will close its Bir-
mingham engagement with a matinee
Saturday afternoon. This is due to the
fact that the company is billed for mat
inee next Sunday in New Orleans and
must leave at 10 o'clock Saturday night.
Manager Yost preferred to conclude
with worthy attraction rather than at
tempt the rush game Saturday night.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
Elks' Minstrels.

The advertising committee of the
Elks' minstrels received the posters and
Autographs relating to the show this
afternoon, and will post them all over
the town. They are of unique design
and very attractive. A rehearsal was
cid tonight at the hall and much prog
ress was shown. Those taking part In
the performance are showing the eff
fects of their persistent work and a
fine entertainment is promised. The
programme has been arranged and is
in the hands of the printer. The ticket
committee reports many tickets sold.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-11-12
1.-THE Girl Question"

A genuine novelty of The Girl Cues
ton" which comes to the Jefferson for
two performances on Thursday, Novem-
Der 10, is the musical typewriter number,
which opens the third act. The chorus
girls. representing stenographers, are
seated at machines, and as they operate
the keys chimes chime an accompani-
ment to the words of their song.
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Coming to Investigate.

Dublin, November u.-Sir Horace Punk
lit, formerly of the agricultural depart
ment in Ireland, will leave here for the
United States next week on investigation
sion appointed by President Roosevelt. Sir
Horace has for several years been in
vestigating similar problems to those
which the commission will inquire into.
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Catholic Mission.

Rev. Farther Costello. the missionary
priest for Alabama, who has been con-
Quoting a mission in the Birmin CHAM
district with much success. will con-
duct a mission in Ensley at st. An
thongs Catholic church, beginning No
vember 49, The mission will last two
weeks. The first week will be de-
voted to the moral teachings of the
church.
The second week Father Costello will
give a series of doctrinal lectures.
These lectures are especially for nom
Cathlics. Everybody is cordially in
vited to attend.
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CHARS for Department.

W. A. Robinson, whose house was
damaged by fire yesterday, presented
the fire department with box of
cigars in token of his appreciation Of
its services.
1t was due to the prompt action of
tn department that his house was
saved 1t developed this morning that
the damage was much in excess of the
amount quoted this morning, as the
plastering in all the rooms is so badly
DANA ged by water that it Will all have
to be removed and the walls replas-
tered.
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Peonaae Cases Come up.

New York, November n.-Because of
the engagement of counsel for the de-
PENDANTS in another court, the trial of
the so-called peonage ceases. which was to
have come up before Judge Hough in the
federal court here, was postponed until
tomorrow. 1t developed today that one
of the Jurors selected is employed by
a firm Of which United States District
Attorney Stimson was director. For this
reason the selection of a new jury may be
necessary.