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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
RECORD OF THE COURTS

Business in the court house was almost at a standstill yesterday, not single new suit being filed in either the city or circuit courts, while in Keeping with this not judgment was handed down. Judge A. O. Lanes division of the cir- cult court was the only civil court work ing, and all cases called in his court were dismissed. Such a coincidence as this is a rarity in-Jefferson county's civil courts.
 The case of Roy Griffith who was tried before Judge Weaver in the criminal court on murder charge, resulted in a verdict of mot guilty" this verdict being arrived at on the first ballot.
 Will Bell, a negro plead guilty before Judge Howze on the charge of highway robbery, and was sentenced to 10 years. The negro plead not guilty at the begin- ming of the trial, but after hearing the evidence the state was bringing out against him he quickly changed his mind and threw himself on the mercy of the court.
 Tom Simmons, negro was sentenced to two years for larceny from the person. Simmons is the negro who, while working in the Sloss furnace slag pit as convict last August, suddenly attacked the guard disarmed him and escaped. He was finally caught in the Pulaski river in Ten nessee after hard chase. Officers went after him, having learned that he was in certain place in the vicinity of the river. The negro got wind of their coming and endeavored to get away, running to the river and attempting to escape down it. The officers were quick, however, and he was rounded up before he had gone far.
 The case of Walter Lipseomb was start ed but held up on account of both juries being tied up. It will be continued this morning.
 The following cases are set for trial to- day in Judge A. o. Lanes division of the circuit court
 D. A. Uhling vs. Henry Luhrman .et al, appeal by defendant Minnie H. Pogue vs. Burger Bros, appeal by de- fendants; c. O. Anderson vs. Meyer-Marx Co.,, damages; Ensley Produce Go. vs. Ia l., Gallagher, appeal by defendant; Nathan Fletcher vs. Hanover Shoe Co.,, attachment Carolina Supply Go. vs. Neal & Newell, assumpsit, appeal by defen- dant Davis, Richter Go. ys. P. Pappas, appeal by defendant The Theatre Film Co vs. New York Amusement Co.,, appeal by plaintiff; the Geoge Mason Go. vs. w. E. Weir, detinue
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
DAVIDSON CROWD
 HERE NEXT WEEK State Convention To Be Held
 Next "Wednesday LEADERS GROW CONFIDENT Chairman Davidson Says It Will Be One of the Largest Conventions
 Ever Held In the
 State.
LEADERS GROW CONFIDENT I

Davidson faction republicans hold their state convention here next Wednesday, the 29th, and according to reports given out by leaders of the faction there will be an exceptionally large attendance. The total number of delegates allowed will be 532, with an equal number of alternates, and credentials have been received from every county in the state with but four or five exceptions, and these are expected during the next day or two
 The railroads have granted a rate of one fare plus 25 cents for the round trip. The convention will be called to order at o'clock in the city hall and will prob ably last through the next day. It is ex- pected that Judge Stratton will be elected permanent chairman of the meeting
 Arrangements have been completed by the Davidson faction leaders to run either a special train or special Pullman on the regular train to Chicago at the time of the national convention. A rate of one fare plus $4 has been granted to the dele gation, and a number of the Davidson republicans have signified their intention of attending the convention.
 One of the features of the state conven- tion to be held here Wednesday will be the placing of an entire state ticket in the field. Candidates for every state office will be nominated This will be followed by the different county and municipal or ganizations placing tickets in their respec- tive districts.
 It is also considered very probable by local members of the faction that Charles H. Scott of Montgomery, national com mitteeman, will be in attendance on this convention. Julius w Davidson discuss ing the situation last night, said: "The last few days have proven stronger than ever that our faction is composed of a very large majority of the republicans of the state, and advices received from the republican leaders in other states where the party is solid indicate that full recog milton will be given our delegation to the national convention.
 ''The state convention to be held here next Wednesday will be one of the largest political conventions ever held in the state. Credentials have come in from all but four or five counties, and these are expected any time. The outlook is very bright indeed.
 we will also send quite a crowd to the national convention in addition to the del egation Arrangements have been made for the running of special Pulluans and possibly special train, and the conven- ing of the convention will find us there in full force and the call for and exam ination of credentials will find our dele gation seated in the places designated for the Alabama delegation"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
Tax Ordinance Adopted.

Huntsville, April 22.- Especial 1.-The City Council has changed the license schedule so far as relates to insurance agencies. The tax on insurance agents and com panies has been changed to $6o for each life insurance. company, $6O for each non resident agent or solicitor and $60 for each fire insurance company or agent. Council man Weeden, who introduced the resolu- tion stated that it was designed to tax for the protection of home agents. All of the paving ordinances now pending were passed over to the next meeting of the council, as was the election of a a'sexton of Maple Hill cemetery, for which there are 32 applicants. Tom Slaton was elected as a member of the night police force.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
KICK ON CHANGE IN
 NAME OF RAILROAD

Columbus Miss, April 22.-(Special) r. M Peters, representing the Peters Construction company of St. Louis, and party of workmen under him are Tn Columbus This company has accepteG the contract to build the Aberdeen and Tombigbee Valley railroad and will be- gin work within the next few days at Pickensville, Ala. The road will run from Pickensville 70 Okolona, Miss, Via Columbus and Aberdeen. This Is the road Columbus voted $50,O00 to buy right of way through the city under the name of Columbus, Memphis and Pensacola railroad. shortly after the bonds were voted the name of the road was changed. The change is not rel isted here. The people claim, many of them, that the money was voted so tho name Columbus would show up, ard after all it will not do so.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
MORE ARGUMENTS FOR SEWER BONDS Advocates Point To Floods of
 September 1906 SEWERS WERE INADEQUATE Engineer Kendrick Answers Opposition By Saying Enlarged Storm Sewers
 Will Be of Benefit To
 Whole City.
SEWERS WERE INADEQUATE

Now that the bond issue for sanitary and storm sewers is coming 50 a vote on May 4, people who are thoughtful are calling to mind few incidents of the last week in September, 1906. The narrow escape of q whole family from being drowned within the city limits was at that time scarecrow enough to call for additional sewers.
 It will be remembered that, swelled by the downpour of torrents from the High lands, which should have been carried off in storm sewers, Village creek rose to it's height, and but for the energies of a negro who steered boat through great danger, the family would have been drowned h a rocking house.
 At the same time, so the files of the paper asy, Eighth avenue was three feet in water, and street cars were unable to go out to Ensley on the north side. Water went up in the houses of some of the finest residences on the northside and all kinds of trouble ensued
 If the bond issue passes Engineer Kendrick states that he will begin a storm sewer at Ninth avenue and Twenty ninth street and will run along the Frisco basin all the way to Thirteenth street or farther. On the northern side of the Highlands smaller storm sewers will be constructed, thus retaining larger acreage now untenable on account of the high water which maintains at times.
 The bond issue is being opposed by some because they say 1t does not benefit all, but, according to the engineers office, hardly a foot of the town but will be benefited. The western sections will be relieved of their horrible water floods which come with every big rain, while the eastern parts will get rid of the sickness and trouble which come from the back-ul in the sanitary sewers. The plans are SC arranged as to give relief to all. and while some may not feel the benefit, should the matter rest as at present, within three years the enlarged use of the sewers would make Birmingham practically un- tenable on account of the illness that would prevail.
 Such is the opinion of the members of the Medical society, the Commercial clut and all kindred organizations of the city It is believed Athat the bond issue will carry if the voters will turn out at the polls.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
ROSE CROIx CHAPTER.
Knights Elected Officers at Annual
 Business Session Last Night.

The Birmingham chapter of Knights Rose Croix of the Scottish Rite Masons, held its annual business session last night for the election of officers. w. J. Rushton, the retiring wise master, pre- sided
 The new officers elected last night are: Wise Master, W. B. Phillips; senior war den, John M. Caldwell; junior war den, N. l.. Mewhnney; orator, w. F. Aldrich: almoner, W. J., Rush. tom treasurer, Simon Klotz; secretary, Charles J. Geonegan; trustee, Bert Ja- cobs. Reports made last night are said to have been very encouraging. Tho meeting was attended by number of out-o-town Masons.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
At inc Biiou.

Miss Cuba Niblo, who takes the leading role at the Bijou theatre this week in "Dora Thorne," is an artist of distinc t charm and individuality. She plays the part of Dora with rare insight >dnto the opportunities which 1t affords and q humanness which instantly appeals to theatre-goers. Miss Niblo was the orig inal Dora in the stage version of Bertha M. Clays we'll known novel and she has had much experience in portraying the character. The support is fair and the staging of the piece well done. There will be, a matinee this afternoon and a performance tonight.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
NO ACTION PLANNED
 AGAINST CASTRO

Washington, April 22.-Administration officials have practically abandoned the expectation that the Senate will at this session of Congress authorize the Pres ident to take punitive measure against Venezuela for her refusal to refer to ar bitration the disputed claims of American citizens and corporations against that country
 Persons or firms having commercial in- terests in Venezuela which would be ad- adversely affected by punitive measures have urged that nothing be done, while no sentiment has developed in favor of dras- lie action
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23

was artictically and profusely decorated with ferns and palms.
 The evening was opened with the grand march, led by Mayor Ward and Mrs. J. s. Summers, wife of Captain Summers or No. 4 fire station, after which the dancing began. The march was a thoroughly artistic one
 When the dancing began the floor was almost inconveniently crowded. The pro- gramme rendered by Harms orchestra was attractive in it's every number, and the crowd never tired. The entertain ment continued until nearly o'clock this morning, when the crowd disbaI1ded high ly pleased.
 While the crowd last night was not as large as it was last year, the capacity of the floor was taxed. The programme for the evening did credit to the commit tee on arrangements, composed of J. B. Keith, R. M. Waggoner and R. Burnett The proceeds of the ball will go to the Firemen's Relief association.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
BIG $5,0O0,0OO BOND
 ISSUE AUTHORIZED
Hoadley States That Proceeds Will Be Used For Development of Ala
 bama Properties.

At meeting of the stockholders of the Alabama Consolidated Coal and Iron company, held in Jersey City yester- day, $5,OOO0O0 of first mortgage bonds were authorized. The directors met a few weeks ago and recommended the issuance of the bonds and the stockholders simply confirmed the action of the board.
 A telegram from New York yesterday evening contains a statement from Pres ident J. II. Hoadley to the effect that the proceeds of the bonds will be used flor immediate improvements in Alabama"
 It is understood that the projected im- provements referred to include large de- velopment at the Brookwood coal mines in Tuscaloosa county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
BALL A BIG SUCCESS. Fully 15o Couples Took Part In the Grand March at Firemen's Affair.

The seventh annual ball of the Fire mems Relief association, held in the city hall armory last night proved success from every standpoint. Socially the af- fair was one of marked brlliance, and from financial viewpoint it came up to every expectation.
 By o'clock the spacious ball room was filled to it's utmost capacity, there being no less than 15O couples in attendance, and the line of the grand march extended com- pletely around the armory. The ball room
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
What Bond Issue Is For.

Philadelphia, April 22.-The Penn sylvania Railroad company's statement Announcing the bond issue given out late this afternoon says:
 'The proceeds thereof will be used to meet the expenditures upon the New York tunnel extension and it's. terminal station in the center of New York city and for the completion of other con struction work and facilities already under way and necessary to economic cally handle the traffic.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
Supreme Court Decisions.

Montgomery. April 2.-(Special.) 1.-The following decisions were today handed down in the supreme court:
 Tyson, J. C.-John w. Smith vs. w. B. Roebuck ct al, appeal from Birmingham city court reversed and remanded.
 Harason, J.-Manly Wynn vs. State of Alabama, appeal from Hale county court; reversed and remanded.
 Simpson, J.-Morgan Perry vs. State of Alabama. appeal from Dallas circuit court; reversed and remanded.
 Denson, J.-E. T. Langley vs. John Pull liam ct al, appeal from Tallapoosa cir cult court; affirmed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
AMERICANS ATTEND UNIQUE
 BAZAAR GIVEN FOR CHARITY

Paris, April 22-A unique event which was attended by large number of Amer jeans this afternoon and evening was a Latin Quarter Kermess' or bazaar, given by the American Art association to raise funds for it's treasury. The affair was held in the Gaerie de La Charite the beautiful hall in the Rue Perre- Charron, which was built for Madam Gould.
 The gallery was converted into a medaeval street with booths and repre- sentations of oriental scenes. The atrac- tions were varied. There was a concert and an up-to-date American minstrel show. The patronesses included Mrs. White, the wife of the American ambassador and Mrs. Mason, the wife of Consul General Mason.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
TALLADEGA FIREDIEN ARE
 COMING AFTER WC1O ORY

which will have entries in the meet ln- dicate, however, that Talladega IS hot the only town which is practicing. Special trains will be run from dozen of them to Birmingham, and there will be several thousand visitors to the Magic City TOT the purpose of witnessing the contests.
 The contests will be run off at t1fth avenue and Seventeenth street, north, the streets being kept clear by policemen dur ing the running of the events. The grand parade will be held on the 18th. This IS expected to be one of the best parades eyer held in Birmingham, as the different companies will vie with each other in the decorating of their fire wagons. An effort will also be made to have all the stores and offices in the heart of town decorate the fronts of their buildings, not In the way Birmingham usually does by hanging out two or three flags in front or each store, but by the liberal use of bunting and other decorations.
 While the meet is to be held in Birhhhg- ham it will be held under the auspices or the Pratt City volunteer fire department, which is a member of the association and which has also proven prize winner in former contests. Pratt City being part of Greater Birmingham, Birmingham was called on to assist in the entertalnlng, and the Commercial club has taken charge and been of great assistance in preparing for the meet.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
MASTER PLUMBERS.
Southern League Holds Executive Ses-
 sion and Elects Officers.

The Master Plumbers, who have been holding their conventions in Birmingham, adjourned yesterday. The convention of the southern league held executive ses- sions yesterday and only gave out the result of the election of officers. Here they are:
 Fred Fox of Chattanooga, president M. O. Merrill of Birmingham, first vice president D. A. Farrell of Atlanta, sec ond vice president; M. E. Ford of At lanta, treasurer; Ed l.. Buark of Chatta- nooga, secretary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
CREDIT MEN TO BANQUET.
Two Prominent Officials of the Ma tiona Association Will Speak.

The Birmingham Credit Mems asso- citation will give banquet at the Hotel Hillman tonight at so clock in honor Of Charles E. Meek, secretary of the National Association of Credit Men, and J. l.. McWhorter of Nashville, a member of the national board of direct ors.
 Both of the visitors will make addresses at the banquet on topics of interest to all members of the association. The Credit Mems association numbers about 5000.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
Destructive Torpedo Found.

Pensacola, Fla, April 22-The White head torpedo which rammed and seriously damaged the torpedo boat Blakely near here several weeks ago was found today about four miles from the point at which It struck the vessel. An examination of it's machinery will be made.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
One License Issued.

Dan Cupid was badly afflicted with the spring fever yesterday, and but few of his darts hit the spot As a result of this lazy spell Probate Court Clerk Dan Blake removed the marriage license book but one time from it's resting place. The only license issued was for the marriage of Joseph F. Leonard to Miss Elizabeth Agnes DOnahue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
Finance Committee Meets Tomorrow

An important meeting of the finance committee of the Confederate reunion will be held in the Commercial club rooms tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock. M V. Joseph has called the meeting. A careful digest of the subscriptions and the finances of the executive committee will be made.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
Patents Issued.

Washington, April 22-(Special. .)-Patents issued: J. H. Foster Tuscaloosa, conn bined desk, chair and receptacle; N. H. Petrick, Ensley, framing or measuring in. strument; T. J. Smith, Ensley, cotton crimper.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
corteIyou Speaks at Auburn.

Auburn, N. T., April 22.-The principal guest at the annual dinner of the Auburn Business Mems association in Music hall tonight was George B. Cortelyou. Secre- tary of the Treasury. The subject of his address was Some Aspects of Public Service'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-23
THE WEATHER.

Washington, April 22.-Forecast for Alabama and Mississippi: Partly cloudy Thursday and Friday; warmer in eastern portion Thursday; light to fresh winds on the coast.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1908-09-09
What is Pe-ru-na.

Are we claiming too much for Peruna
when we claim It to be an effective
remedy for chronic catarrKY Have we
abundant proof that Peruna is in real
ity such catarrh remedy? Let us see
what the United States Dispensatory
says of the principal ingredients OF
Peruna.
Take, for instance, the ingredient
hydrastis canadensis, or golden seal.
The United States Dispensatory says
Of this herbal remedy, that it is largely
employed in the treatment Of depraved
mucous membranes lining various
organs of the human body.
Another ingredient of Peruna, cory
dalis formosa, is classed in the United
States Dispensatory as tonic.
Cedron seeds is another ingredient of
Peruna. The United States Dispensa-
tory says of the action Of cedron that
It is used as bitter tonic and in the
treatment of dysentery, and in inter-
mittent diseases as a substitute for
quinine.
Send to us for free book of testi-
monials of what the people think of Pc
runa as catarrh remedy. The best
evidence is the testimony OF those who
have tried it.
The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1908-09-09
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The star. (Reynoldsville, Pa.) 1892-1946, 1908-09-09
True Worth.

1t will be but little while until
those who knew us and those who
never heard of us will pass along
through the green mounds in the
cemetery and read the epitaphs on
our tombstones. And those who
knew us will summarize our entire
life into few essences Of truth born
OF the knowledge of how we lived
and what we did to help make life
brighter and better for others. They
may add, casually, that we left a for
tune, but they will dwell rather upon
the roses we strewed along the path
way than upon what we put away in
our safety boxes for heirs to squab-
BILE over. For the money We left
they will speak no eulogy upon us.
but for the goodwe did and the per-
fume of charitableness and gentle
ness we left behind, they will weave
the only wreath that can give glory
to the dead and joy to the living
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