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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
TWELVE ARE CAUGHT IN BOHEMIAN RAID One Victim Makes Narrowing
 Escape on Ladder ARRESTED LATER AT HOME Eleven Were Marched to County Jail and Required to Make Bond for
 Violating the Prohibit
 ton Laws.
ARRESTED LATER AT HOME

A raid on the Bohemian club, located on Fourth avenue, between Eighteenth and Nineteenth streets, early yesterday aft ernoon resulted in the arrest of 12 people. One man managed to escape during the raid, but his name was secured by the officers and he was arrested during the afternoon. Six of the number were white men, four were negro men. while the other two were negro women. The ne- groes worked in the place.
 The six white men are all said to be we'll known, and the raid created some what of a sensation on this account. It was made by the sheriff's department on Brown being in charge of the deputies. A dozen people were in the place, and as the officers entered one of the white men made a dash out of a window and start ed down a patched-up ladder which was leaning against the side wall. This ladder ried glance out of the window oy one of the officers failed to reveal the man clinging to the ladder few feet below the window
 This man, however had the time of his life in reaching the ground. The ladder was standing so straight that his weight caused it to fall backward. Only few feet separate the club building from the Hotel Hillman, and when the ladder flew back it hit the hotel wall. The force with which it hit caused the would-be escape to swing outward from it, and this brought the ladder back to the club wall again. Again he was swung out and back to the hotel went the ladder.
 His predicament appeared to be talk ing on the proportions of perpetual mo- ton affair the ladder and man resembling a pendulum upside down. This very odd journey from wall to wall was made fully a dozen times by the seeker of liberty before his feet touched the ground. He didn't stop when he reached the ground, though, and was soon at large, but his identity was too well known, and he was arrested at his residence short while afterward.
 The other II who were caught in the club were formed into parade, marching order, and the familiar social club lock step executed in the direction of the county jail After a short sojourn in that abode each of them succeeded in making bond in the sum of s2oo on the charge of violating the prohibition laws.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01

The most complete returns that can be secured on the presidential election will be flashed by The Age-Herald Tuesday night upon an immense canvass on the Adams drug store building, corner Sec ond avenue and Nineteenth street These returns will come from every source of quick communication entering Birming- ham.
 A half dozen operators will be required to handle the special telegraph wires in The Age-Heralds editorial rooms, by which all of the information received oh the election will be instantly transmit ted to The Age-Herald.
 The canvass will be so arranged that the bulletins will be visible for long distance on both Nineteenth street and Second avenue, thus making it possible for thou sands of people to see them at one time.
 By means of its unexcelled facilities The Age-Herald will be able to flash the final news showing who is elected to the people of Birmingham as quickly as it will be given to the people of New York, Chicago or any other portion of the United States.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01

promise you that although we have not your electoral vote we have plenty with out and we will force our prosperity upon you"
 He kept the audience ill laughter from the first, referring to Dr. Bryan who has lease on the democratic party and it will have to be continued after next Tuesday,
 Then taking up MT. Taft he said: I think he is the most dutiful, responsible, noble character of experience, opportuni- ties and knowledge that any party ever put forth 1 think MT Bryan is the most impractical statesman l ever knew, af- fected with all the vagaries and Ills that human flesh was ever heir to, the product and result of Pfeffersm in the west.
 He has been lately claiming that the republicans are getting ready to buy the election. Of course the republicans are not going to be bought because they will vote their own ticket, so MT. Bryan Is slandering his own party by declaring that they could be bought"
 Mr Evans said that organized labor never had better friend than Judge Taft. who has been q righteous judge who has administered the law with jus tice and without favor.
 'rhey talk of Roosevelt stealing MT.
  Roosevelt is the lightning"
 fected with all the vagaries and ills that ownership, interference with citizens business and disturbing competition, and went into an extensive argument in favor of protective tariff. Keeping your money at home to do more business on. We not only protect the things that are made and grown in this country, but we put tax on the incoming luxuries. Upon the industry and success of the country de- pends the happiness and prosperity of the people.
 Why, if Tom Jefferson were here he would be a republican. If Andrew Jack son were here he would be working tooth and toenail for the republican party
 His last appeal was for the patriotic cit izens to go to the polls and cast their votes for the party that will bring good government and contentment to the fire sides of this nation, protect the people in their party right.
 Next Tuesday night you'll be happy in celebrating the victory of William Howard Taft
 Yesterday morning immediately after ar- rival MT Evans was carried in an auto- mobile to Ensley and Pratt City, making speeches to good crowds in both places He expressed himself as amazed at the growth of Birmingham and the district.
 Credit< Is due to Managing Secretary Julius Sternfeld for all the arrangements for the speaking, the decorations at the Hippodrome and the successful manner in which everything was pulled off.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
Alabama Decides Hyee
 GYeaf Questions Tuesday
AMENDMENT SEEMS SURE OF PASSAGE, NEW AMENDMENT HANGS IN THE BALANCE AND el ENNiAL SESSIONS HAVE AROUSED
 
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The Overton good roads amendment, ac- cording to all reports, is the most pop uar piece of referendum legislation ever presented to the voters of Alabama. It will probably carry by vote of at least 3 to l. The farmers of the state are all said to be enthusiastically in ia vor of it and there are few votes op- posing it in the various centers. Boards of trade, commercial clubs and organiza- tions of all Binds have indorsed it.
 The fate of the Ragsdale new county amendment hangs in the balance. Bir- mingham has made a big fight against it's adoption and is depending upon the friendship and pride of the state to back her up. Chairman W. 1T. Kettig last night claimed the victory against it by a close vote. He comedies the strength of the opposition in some counties but believes that north Alabama will be the victor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
Bowron and Bush Urge EIec- ton of Republican Ticket
 Next tuesday
OVER 2000 ATTENDED
 HIPPO0R0RE MEETING
General Evans Keeps the Audience Laughing at Sarcastic Reference to Bryan as Doctor of
 the Democratic Party

The business men of Birmingham, among them many steady democrats, greeted Gen. H. Clay Evans of Chatta- nooga 2O00 strong at the IIippodrome last night. General Evans proved forceful orator for applause followed his every point and he kept the audience laughing constantly and his hearers were unwill- ing for him to stop.
 James Bowron presided and made hig opening speech. Col. T. G. Bush was the oth speaker of the evening The 2300 seats on the lower floor were nearly all filled, while the balcony held 100 negroes. The building was beautifully decorated in national flags and pictures of Taft and Sherman, lighted with electric globes in red, white and blue, while Memoli's band furnished music for the meeting
 The following were seated on the plat form:
 J. 0. Thompson, James Bowron Col T. c. Bush, Eugene Fies, J. Osmond Mid dleton, F. H. Lathrop, Baltimore Smith, J. Rivers Carter, E. H. Lewis, J. Stern
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
BAPTIST INSTITUTE
 OPENS WEDNESDAY

The Baptist missionary institute of Ala bama will begin It's annual seasons in Birmingham Wednesday and will con- tinue through Thursday. Delegates from all parts of the state will attend and one of the most successful sessions in the history of the organization is predicted
 Mrs. c. A. Stakeley of Montgomery is president of the institute but will be unable to attend and the sessions will be presided over by Mrs. T. A. Ham, ilton of Birmingham.
 A feature of the institute will be the attendance of Miss Hartwell and Miss Kelley, both of whom are Alabama wom- en and both of whom are missionaries .n China. pr. T. B. Ray of Richmond educational secretary of the southern Baptist foreign mission board, will also be present.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
Alabama decides Tuesday.

Alabama decides. Tuesday.
 Bryan-Taft. Overton good roads, Rags dale new county, biennial sessions.
 In just one more day the campaigning will be over and early Tuesday morning the electorate of Alabama will begin to express itself at the polls. Tuesday night nearly all Alabama will be on the streets of Birmingham watching the election returns as they flash out on the canvass from every state in the Union.
 The vote in Alabama is expected to reach more than 100000 for since the en- actment of rigid state laws the people are registering by hundreds and there are more qualified voters now than there have been under the new constitution. The re- publicans have made a great effort to get together and there is considerable interest attached to their vote in the election.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
OWENTON PLANS TO
 BEAT HIGH SCHOOL

The Birmingham college football team is in excellent shape for the battle with the High school at West End next Tues day, and as odds favor Owenton the col- lege lads are doped to win.
 Last week secret practice was indulged in under the able leadership of Coach Bat son, an old Auburn star, and the boys from Owenton are confident of winning by at least three touchdowns. The pres ence of Lovelady, Bumgardner and Moore will be sadly missed, as their playing last year was conspicuous in every game, al- though their places are being filled ad- mirably this year.
 Owenton is heavier this year than last. and combined with the skill of Coach Batson the locals should win. The Owen- ton boys intend to pull off some plays next Tuesday that have not been seen before in Birmingham. The people of Bir- mingham should come out and witness the game next Tuesday as it bids fair to be the best yet pulled off between these institutions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
Y.M.C.A. CAMPAIGN
 IS ON IN EARNEST

The campaign for new members at the Young Mems Christian association is on in earnest. Yesterday morning the com- mittees which have entered the contest began to get their candidates for member ship in line and number of applications were filed.
 big bulletin has been tackled up in the association building, where the details of the contest will be posted at o'clock every afternoon.
 The association offers business propo- sition at small cost, and every man who has been thinking about joining is to be given the necessary push to get him in. The committees are enthusiastic, and will do wonders within the 30 days which will complete the campaign By that time it is expected that the membership limit will be nearly reached.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01

After attacking the democratic posi- ton on guaranteeing bank deposits and criticising MT Bryan on many other sub iects he introduced Col. T. G. Bush
 Colonel Bush said that as an Ala bamian, born and bred, he felt 1t his privilege to say what he thought best for his state and his country. Figures, figures Of prosperity. of magnitude anu enormity then poured from his tongue after which he began his objections to MT. Bryan and his election.
 JAS a democrat l would not vote for MT. Bryan because I do not think MT Bryan is a democrat and l never Will vote for him. I have voted the state democratic ticket all my life"
 He then declared that the democratic platform was no more formed by the delegates than by himself and he was at home All he could find out about Kern was that he was Tom Taggart $ attorney and had lost q railroad pass.
 Colonel Bush then told the anecdote cf the two boys who formed corporation with cents capital One became presi- dent and the other stockhoder. The pres ident bought a cigar. with the nickel and proceeded to smoke 1t. The stockholdef asked where he came in and the presi- dent said. Well, you can spit.' As far as I see all the good that the south has gotten out of the democratic na- tional convention has been the privilege of voting and spitting"
 He called the democratic party MT. Bryan's party and ridiculed his policy of publicity of campaign funds, as well as that of guaranteeing bank deposits, which scheme he said would work per fectly in an insane asylum. "Mr. Bryan may be able to talk finance but he absolutely knows nothing about 1t. They talk of the new Bryan. l have never heard of MT. Bryan renouncing any of his former positions. His statesmanshfp is destructive, his policies are extreme He can speak longer and more times than any man in the world and he ought O be allowed to go on at that but not be elected to responsible office. He Is the greatest monopolist that we have ever had, havir g monopoizod the democratic party for 12 years.'
 He feared continued depression under MT Bryan and called upon business men to act up to their convictions and re- buke these extremes which he advocates Upon Colonel Bush's declaring that he would voice his protest by voting for Mr. Bryans opponent there was enthusiastic applause.
 The crowd then cried for MT. Evans and the Chattanooga orator was intro duced amid loud cheers and clamor. ''I a mdelighted," he began, which brought out laughter, ito have passed through your district, to see every evidence of wealth prosperity and beauty. I marvel today at the enormous amount of cap ital invested here and come here to
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
Miss Geneviexe Crow.

East Lake lost one of it's most brilliant young ladies when Miss Genevive Crow passed away early yesterday morning at the family residence at Seventy-sixth street and Hillman avenue. Funeral ser vices will be held at the residence this afternoon at 2 o'clock and interment will be in the East Lake cemetery.
 Miss Genevieve Crow was the daugh- ter of MT. and Mrs. F. E. Crow and is survived by a large number of sorrowing relatives and friends. She taught the fourth grade in the East Lake pubic school and was loved by her pupils and every one with whom she came in con- tact She succumbed to an attack of ton sflitis and was but 20 years of gae
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01

field, Major Cobb. Belton Gilreath, J. c. Maben, J. c. Warnock, D. H. Marbury, Erslxine Ramsay. H. H. Shell, J. L. Haver, Capt. J. w. Lee, F. G. Chandler, E. H. Dryer, James Ashworth Prof. J. T. Blakemore. Isaac Engel. Judge w. F. Horne, Julius w. Davidson, M. M. Day idson.
 After flash light picture of the gath began the meeting by thanking the ladies for their presence and claiming it an honor to celebrate his 50th anniversary of business life by presiding over a repub-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
James s. Griffin.

James S. Griffin, aged 50 years, died yesterday afternoon at 1 o'clock at the corner of Avenue I and Twenty-seventh street. The residence of the deceased was at Acton mines, where he was con- nected with the DeBardeleben Fuel and Iron company. and he is survived by a widow and several children The re- mains will be sent to Berry Ala, at ' o'clock this morning by Shaw & Son for interment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
SulHban FatAUy Sh0f
 Or Abenne A LAsf Wighf

grew out of the sale of a bottle of liquor.
 Sullivan, a railroad man, who gave his address as 1912 Grove street, Dallas, Tex, walked on a erutch, his left leg being off between the knee and ankle. The bull let fired at him tore away a piece of the crutch and entered the left side be- tween the hip and the trst rib, ranging into the abdomen. It was understood at St. Vincent's hospital last night that the pistol used was a large calibre, and ow- ing to the fact that the intestines of the wounded man were perforated several times it is believed that there Is little hope for his life.
 Shortly after the shooting Police Officer Simmons effected the arrest of Cooley in the immediate vicinity of the trouble.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
Lawrence N. Archer.

Funeral services will be held over the remains of Lawrence N. Archer this aft erhoon at the family residence, 2126 Ave n1e Fl and interment will be in Elm wood cemetery. The Elks will be in charge, while Masons, Knights of Pythias, Woodmen of the World and other organi- zations with which he was affiliated dur ing his life, will assist.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
COUPLE DEAD AS
 RESULT OF INJURY Young Man and Lady Struck
 By Train NEVER BECOME CONSCIOUS We're Walking Across Railroad Track at Hardwood at Noon While Whis- ties Were Blowing and Did
 Not Hear the Train.
NEVER BECOME CONSCIOUS

One of the saddest accidents that have occurred in the Birmingham district in , several years was brought to a tragic end yesterday by the death of Miss Mat tie Davis and Frank B. Cullom at St Nincents hospital The death of Miss Davis occurred during the morning. while Culloms death followed a few hours af- terward at l o'clock.
 This young couple was struck by passenger train of the Atlanta, Birming- ham and Atlantic railroad at Parkwood Thursday at noon. Both received internal injuries in addition to other bruises and lapsed into unconsciousness immediately They were placed on the train and rushed to Birmingham where they were met by ambulances and taken to St vincent's hospital. No hope was held out by the hospital physicians, though every effort possible was exerted to save their lives. Neither of them regained con- sciousness after being struck until the time of death.
 Miss Davis remains were taken to Bes- semer where funeral services will be held this afternoon. She was but 16 years of age.
 Mir Cullom's remains were removed 10 the undertaking parlors of Shaw & Son, prepared for burial and sent to Nash vile, Tenn.,' at 1925 o'clock last night for interment. A brother, D. l.. Gull lom. arrived in Birmingham from Monte vallo, Miss, and accompanied the remains to Nashville
 Miss Davis resided at Hardwood and the family were moving into a new house on the day of the accident. She was going from one house to the other when she met young Cullom, who was employed as engineer by construction company doing some work at Hardwood and they were walking over the Atlanta. Bir- minghsm and Atlantic crossing when they were struck. It happened just at noon while the whistles of the mines and other industries were blowing and this is thought to have drowned out the noise of the approaching train.
 Marriage Licenses Issued.
 Marriage licenses were issued from the office of the probate court yesterday as follows:
 Sam Hart of Bessemer to Mrs. Mary L.. Speer.
 Robert H. Eagerly of Birmingham to Miss Mamie B. Hardin. " Larue Colvgero of Ensley to Mrs. An- gelna Colma.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
Vote against the creation of new officers and higher taxes.

Heldman! Heldman! Held man! Hand made, hand tailored suits for men. You'll enjoy the winter in one of them. Var ley & Bauman Clothing Co.,, Agents, 1910 Third Ave.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
THE WEATHER.

Washington, October s1.-Weather fore cast for Alabama and Mississippi: Fair Sunday and Monday with rising tempera- ture; light east to southeast winds
 Weather report for 24 hours ending 1 D. m., October 31, 19OS local office United States weather bureau, Blrning-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
v '' Humphreys Seventy-Seven
 breaks up Grip and COL DS

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 Humphrey Homeo. Medicine Co.,, Cor. William and Ann streets. New York.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01

W. B. Sullivan, a white man about A years old, who states that his home is in Dallas, Tex, was shot and very prob- ably fatally wounded last night shortly after Il o'clock on the corner of Ally A and Twenty fourth street. The police have under arrest a white man named A. J. Cooley, whom they suspect of the shooting
 Owing to the fact that Sullivan was not in condition to talk last night and to Cooley's reticence, the details of the shooting are rather incomplete.
 According to the statement of Lieut.. of Police T. z. Hagood the po- lice have been watching Cooley for some time, and it is the belief of the police that Cooley did the shooting and that the difficulty between him and Sullivan
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
CITY ITEMS.

FctltlOn m bAnkruptcy.-A petition to place J. A. Bauer of Birmingham into involuntary bankruptcy was filed yes terday in the federal court by S. Spiro, Louis V. Clarke and Frances Bauer The three claim debts of 5000. J. A. Ware was appointed the receiver.
 Free Lectures for Boys.-This after noon at the Amuse-U theatre there will be a meeting especially for boys. Short helpful talks will be made by Rev. pr. Stagg, Col. John M Caldwell and Judge . |. J. Haley. These meetings are not denominational and every boy in the city is invited to attend.
 Dr. Macon at Y. NJ. 0. Apr. G. W. Macon, dean of Howard college, will speak to men only at the Young Mems Christian association building this aft ernoon at o'clock on "The Young Man and His Temptations" There is special interest in the meeting as pr. Macon is considered a highly entertaining speaker.
 Opens Studio Here.-W. H. Davis Of Newman, Ga., has recently moved with his family to this city and has opened a vocal studio at his residence, 2507 E Sixth avenue, N. MT. Davis has as- sumed charge of the music at the First Baptist church and possesses a tenor voice of rare quality. He Is pupil of J. w. Bischoff, Washington, and G. B. Lamperti of Berlin, whence he has re- gently returned.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01
E. T. Shaw & Son, Undertakers.
Green Undertaking Co.

We will give you the oppor- tunity of dressing up in one of the Heldman made suits, they are hand made and fit well. Call and see and be convinced. Varley & Bauman Clothing Co.,, 1910 Third Ave.
 If you favor a cheaper water supply, vote against the new county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-01

Help the country people in their fight against Bessemer. Vote against the new county amendment.