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The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1908-12-31

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Jacksonville Fruit and Produce
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
LITTLE DONE BY
 COMMERCIAL CLUB
Horticulturists Were Guests and They Were Allowed To Do the
 Talking.

The regular monthly meeting of the Commercial club was merged with the meeting of the Alabama State Horticul- tural society yesterday afternoon, the so- ciety being the guests of the Commercial club during the holding of their fifth an- nual meeting.
 No business was handled by the club, although the board of directors met and elected the following new members: Wal lace Johns. w. K. Ramsay, c. D. Rog- CTS, w. E. Leake, Frank B. Jones. J. E. Frazier, G. W. Lathem, N A. Gra- ham, J. J. Barton, J. A. Sylvester. M. W. Ryan, R. s. w. Brown, John w Ander- son, J. L. Oden and Ernest Sifford.
 The following resolution was also passed by the board:
 Be it resolved by the Commercial club, That the secretary be instructed to set apart portion of the reading room for use as headquarters of the Birmingham Press club, If said club desires to accept same'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
IN THE BIRMINGHAM
 REAL ESTATE MARKET

Deeds of conveyance were filed In the office of the probate court yesterday in the following transactions in real estate in which amounts of 5000 or more were involved:
 $4O0O-Hannabal L. Marshall to Joseph ". Hood property situated in the north west corner of the northwest quarter of the northwest quarter of section ?, town ship r, range west.
 s1O0O-Alice E. Morefield and T. w.. Morefeld to r. T. Davidson, the south half of lots 1 and 2. as shown on the map of the survey of the property of R. S. Montgomery.
 s4075-Mattie H. Snedecor to Louise C.. Wooster, lot ', in block 161, Birmingham, as shown on the map of the survey of the Elyton Land company, the said lot fronting 50 feet on Avenue D and extend ing back 140 feet to an alley.
 s105O-W R. Stewart and wife to c. A. Hardwick, lot in block 77, as shown on the map of the survey of the Birming hannEnsley Land and Improvement com pany.
 $1750-Birmfngham Realty company to F. M. Justice, the north half of lots 2 and 22, in block 1S2, Birmingham, as shown on the map of the survey of the Birming- ham Realty company, the said property fronting 50 feet on the west line of Eff teenth street between Avenue F and G and extending back 100 feet.
 $1050-Ensley Land company to Leonard H. White, lots 1T and IS, in block 21 I'll" l" as shown on the map of the survey of the Ensley Land company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
RECORD OF THE COURTS

With the exception of the Pig Ford case in the third division of the city court there was very little business of general interest transacted in the county courts yesterday.
 In Judge Lanes division of the circuit court the following cases were disposed of: Jonas Schwab company vs. Damsky Bros. and Turo, judgment by consent for $500; A. l.. Cowan, trustee, vs. United States Fidelity and Trust company, cor sent judgment for $7.5O; Simmons, Dur ham & Co. vs. ". B. Gum, dismissed by plaintiff; H. s. Meade & Co.,, agents ys. w. H. Rogers, verdict for the de- fendant
 Judge Aston is engaged in the triel of the case of G. B. Mitchell vs. Sloss- Sheffield Steel and Iron company which was begun Thursday morning. A con- sent judgment for s22 5O was rendered In the case of John T. McCombs vs. South ern railway
 In the first division of the city court Judge Ferguson presiding, the case of Alfred F. Griggs vs. Pennsylvania Cas- ualty company is on trial.
 The case of L. F, Watson vs. Ten nessee Coal, Iron and Railroad company is on trial in the second division of the city court Attorney l.. c. Leadbetter presided in the second division yesterday
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
SKIN TORN LOOSE
 FROM P|G FORD'S
 BACK WITH STRAP Witnesses Tell of Horrible Beating Given Negrs Con-
 vict At Pratt Mines
STRAP THREE FEET LONG
 AND WIDE AS THE HAND
Testimony Differs Widely As To serI- ousness of Wounds Inflicted On Ne gro Who Died Shortly Afterward.
 "Pneumonia" Named as Cause.

The case of Minnie Payne, administra- tor, vs. Tennessee Coal Iron and Railroad company, was called before Judge senn in the third division of the city court yesterday. The plaintiff is administrator of the estate of Pig" Ford, the negro who is alleged to have been beaten to death in the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad company's mines at Pratt City some time ago. She sues for s25, 900 dam ages.
 The testimony in the case bore prin- cipally on the seriousness of the wounds found on the negro's body and differed widely. The trend of the evidence intro- duced yesterday, however, would indicate that there is something rotten in Jeffer- son county's convict system.
 Dr. J. M. Mason, one of the most im- portant witnesses. who was present at the post mortem examination, testified that the doctors who held the autopsy over the negro's body cut into the skin in order to ascertain just how far the blows had penetrated. He said that after they had cut into the skin they found
  flesh. There were several of these places up and down the back, according to his testimony. The instrument of torture with which Ford is said to have been beaten three times in one day was made of leather, double ply, being about as wide as the hand, quarter of an inch thick and three feet long, with a wooden handle on one end. It is claimed that Ford was dealt some 50 or 70 blows with this strap.
 The defendants in the case claim that Ford died of pneumonia. His death oc- cured four days after he received the severe beating. The negro is known to have been demented to a certain de- gree, the insanity being brought on by excessive drinking. When he was put in the mines and his whisky taken from : him he is said to have gone all to pieces, and when he refused to work the whip ping followed.
 The case will be resumed before Judge Senn this morning at g o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
WOULD MAKE ISSUE
 OF NEW FRANCHISES
DIR. DlcklNsoN's IDEA OF WHAT NATIONALITY PLATFORM SHOULD coNTAlN-DIscUssEs RACE FOR COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT.

In the presence of Jere King. candi- date for Mayor of Greater Birmingham, the Rev. A. J Dickinson, pastor of the First Baptist church, made the follow ing statement yesterday afternoon:
 'Jere King can be elected Mayor of Birmingham if he runs on the platform of preserving the franchises of the city for the interest of the city; that is. if instead of selling or giving invaluable franchises away, he advocates the city's renting or leasing them for a certain number of years on a gradually in- creasing scale."
 When pr. Dickinson was reminded that the most valuable franchises of the city had already been sold or given away, he mentioned the fact that all the holders of these franchises would like to extend them throughout the suburbs when those suburbs become a part and portion of Greater Birmingham.
 MT. King, without making a statement that would lead to his irrevocable com mitment, declared that he had had in- serted in the Greater Birmingham bill that the realization of Greater Birming- ham would not authorize the extension of any franchise that might exist in Birmingham at present.
 This short political discussion recalled the fact that Dr. Dickinson has not only received mention as candidate for su- perintendent of education in Jefferson county, but had been urged by many of his friends to make the race. He was asked if he had made up his mind.
 He replied that he was still in doubt. However I could discharge the duties of that office." said he, land at the same time fill my pulpit. The financial re- muneration would materially aid in the discharge of the indebtedness of my church. In other words, I could raise more money by doing this work than could in four years begging"
 But the gentleman did not commit him. self His friends not only contend that he could be elected but that he would, in addition, make the best superintend- ent of education that Jefferson county has ever had.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
HEFLIN TO RUN FOR
 STATE DELEGATE
MIR. CLAYTON IS NOW IN THE STATE, AND HE Is EXPECTED TO MAKE ANNOUNCEMENT BE- FORE GOING AWAY.

Congressman J. Thomas Hefin of the Fifth district has announced himself a candidate for delegate at large from Ala bama to the national democratic conven- ton to be held this summer in Denver.
 This announcement was contained in a. telegram last night. MT. Hehin will. of course, be a candidate to succeed him. self as congressman from the Fifth dis trict
 The announcement of MT Hefiin will re- move & certain doubt that has existed as to whether or not the congressman will enter the race for delegates to the con- vention, and be, at the time and in the same primary. candidates to succeed themselves. It was considered a matter of certainty before the adoption of the primary plan by the state executive com mittee that Congressman Hehin would be candidate.
 Congressman Clayton, who is in Ala bama at present. Is expected to make an announcement before leaving the state either that he will or will not be a candi- date from the Third district as
 to the national convention.
 sidered certainty ,n would make the race b. ,,tion of the primary plan, Ut since that adop- ton there has ' en certain doubt In case MT. C. enters the race 1t is almost .---- that he will be elected At present he is national committeeman from Alabama and is the oldest national committeeman, in point of service, in the party. In case of his election he is slated for temporary chairman of the Denver convention.
 Other than Congressman Hef1in the only announced candidate for delegate at large is R. N. Rhodes It is considered a cer- tainty that Col. John W. Tomlinson will be a candidate and that Capt. E. w. Booker, also of this city, will seek the honor. The other probable candidate is R. J. Lowe of Eufaula.s In case MT. Clayton enters the race a spectacular finish will probably be the result.
 Escar Floyd, the local attorney, whose probable candidacy was referred to Thursday morning, has announced for delegate from the Ninth district. Lee Cowart has announced for presidential election from the> Ninth. J. Asa Roun- tree is candidate for presidential elector from the state. The announcements for district delegates and electors are very few, comparatively. The primary plan, with the cost attached. has put a quietus on political enthusiasm.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
AnOfheY War Has Been
 Declared Or 1he SpitteY

war on the splitter has been de- clared. Sanitary conditions and the pro- lection of the ladies has demanded it. The sidewalk is only six feet wide, and he who wishes to spit shall hereafter lean over the curbstone, or over the railing in the police court. Judge Feagin has prepared a special spittoon just in front of his desk where the spitters may spit until they can spit no more.
 There has not been an arrest for the violation of the anti-spitting ordinance for six months. To some extent the pop- ulation had become educated to the ethical standards of Birmingham, but so many emigrants have come to town that the streets are again becoming dirty and the people careless.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15

On account of the fact that the street cleaning departmen will have to cut down expenses this year. the police will use every effort to prevent filth on the side walks. For some weeks past ladies have been complaining that they cannot walk a block without running the binding on their skirts It is also the time of the year when lung diseases are most prev alent, and for this reason especially, the effort Is being made to stop the prac- tice.
 Further than that. the officers will see that peelings, waste fruit paper and trash are put in the cans provided for the same, as violators of this rule are subject to arrest.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
Examination for Craftsman.

The United States civil service commis- sion announces an examination on March 25, 1908. to secure eligibles from which to make certification to fill a vacancy in the position of draftsman. qualified in engi- neering construction sad supervision of plumbing installation, at s6 per diem when actually employed, immigration service. Ellis Island, N. Y., and vacancies re- quiring similar qualifications as they may department states that the appointee to the specific position mentioned will be em- ployed for period of six months.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
Rains Playing Haboc With
 C0nnty s HishhAy Sysfem

The war of destruction on Jefferson county roads which has been so long waged by the elements is still playing havoc. In the words of County Engineer Pitt Milner, never before has there been a period of weather so destructive to good roads around Birmingham.
 There may have been 50 days of rain in some prehistoric time in Jones valley, but I have never before seen two such disastrous months he said:
 There have been drizzles to soak into the roads, moist atmosphere to keep them wet. and hard torrents to wash them away. No roads in the country could stand up under such treatment. The light rain is the worst enemy of a good road, especially when 1t Is followed by a
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15

hard one. These have alternated for the past few weeks until the damage is bound to be enormous.
 We have arranged for all the material, and as soon as possible will begin the work on the stretches of road which the Board of Revenue has employed me to su- perintend. Very little work can be done under present circumstances, but I be- lieve there will be turn for the better shortly.
 1.-The Board intends to buy lotion rol- Ter today, something that has been bad ly needed. The arrival of the United States chief engineer is awaited with interest, as the county seems ready to spent great deal of money this spring and his advice will be invaluable"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
Marriage Licenses Issued.

Marriage licenses were issued from the office of the probate court yesterday as follows:
 Robert c. Stanley of Hayes to Miss Lela Lizziebeth Sn!der. Williams.
 c. K Gammil of Birmingham to Miss Sallie Bell.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
Robert Hooan Wideman.

Robert Hogan Wideman, age 1 year, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. J. r. Wideman, died yesterday morning at Spalding. The funeral services over the remains were conducted from the fam fly residence yesterday afternoon. The interment was made at Spalding.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
DEATHS AND FUNERALS
Miss Della H. Reall.

Miss Della H. Beall died yesterday morning at 10 o'clock at the residence of her uncle, R. c. Middleton, 416 North Twenty-second street. The deceased was the daughter of Mrs. J. c. Beall Fun eral arrangements have not been an- nounced.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
JAS. H. FINDER.

Fills oculist's prescriptions for eye glasses right. He puts a finish on his glasses that opticians generally find 1t difficult to equal-the touch of the artist. He is the most expert frame adjuster In this section. 306 North 18th street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
cauaht steaIinq Coal.

''The paling is still off the fence," but the wagon, the mule, the coal and the negro are under arrest, and the coal yard on the Southside will not be diminished so rapidly tonight as heretofore. The quartet were caught in the act by the No. firemen at a late hour last night.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
Leon SouIant.

The funeral services over the re- mains of Leon Soulant, who died Thurs day, will be conducted from St. Pauls Catholic church this morning at 2 o'clock. The interment will be made in the Elmwood cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
LITTLE CHANGE IN
 PIG IRON MARKET
SUPPLY OF IRON ON coNsUMERs' YARDS LlGHT-FOUNDRY MELT GRADUALLY INCREASlNG-coK MARKET REMAINS EASY.

The Birmingham pig iron market is without special feature this week. No large sales have been reported, but the outlook is good for substantial business at an early date.
 Rogers, Brown & Co.'S Cincinnati re- port for the current week says:
 The market generally shows little change over the preceding week, con- tinuing for the most part quiet. The bulk of sales are mostly small lots for prompt consumption and this class of trade Is fair with apparently increas- ing interest as consumers stocks be- come completed The supply of iron on consumers yards Is very small and those who are running with very cur tailed operation are not yet mani festing any interest as to what can be done in pig iron.
 In this territory inquiry Is improved and some business has been placed. The sales in question covered second quarter and last nine months delivery, and as prices were satisfactory to buy CTS and sellers the tonnage makes a fine start for the month.
 Foundries and other consumers are gradually adding to their operating force and the melt is thus increasing. Such progress Is bound to be slow but it is figured as reasonably certain and it will not be. long before past due iron on contracts will be used up.
 An excellent business in. steel In various forms has been present during the week and it is expected this will also continue to improve.
 It is a fixed sentiment of the pig iron producing trade that it Is better policy to blow out stacks than to manufacture iron at a loss or largely increase idle stocks of iron. This prac- tice is being adhered to closely in all districts.
 The coke market remains easy with a somewhat larger production and de- mand fair. There has been no change in prices and at the present time splendid coke can be obtained for long period ahead at unusually advantage ous figures.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
LETTER FROM MISSISSIPPI.

} It is not every day that Chief ' } Bodeker is honored with the title .
 } of "Cheaf of Poleace." but those < . were the words which addressed <
 ; him from the pen of well known ' ; Mississippi sheriff yesterday. The .
 |. spelling of the letter was appro- < . priate throughout It stated that . , "thoas niggers went to Bummin- . ; ham this weak and I would lak to : , hay you arest them if you cand." .
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
THE WEATHER.

Washington, February 14.-Forecast for Alabama: Fair, much colder Satur- day, with high northwest winds; Sun day fair.
 Birmingham weather conditions for 24 hours ending D. m., February IA,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15


 former mayor of the city, solicitor of the county, and present representative in the legislature. is also in the city. and will make an address before the execu- tive committee today.
 MT. Middleton is not factionist, but Is a strong republican, and has done much not only for the upbuilding of the party in the state, but to heal the wound that separates the two factions. Mr. Middle ton will speak today for the healing of wounds, the union of the factions, and the upbuilding of the party.
 q trust implicitly in the discretion of the party" stated MT. Middleton, "and I believe that whoever is nominated in Chicago will be elected to the presidency.
 q am interested principally in healing the wounds in the party in this state, and the upbuilding of 8 united party which will some day present a formidable front to the democrats of. Alabama. I have my own Ideas, as matter of fact, but am willing to subdue them for the good of the party. We should form a party for opposition to the present state govern ment which has done much to put Ala bama backward a number of years in the race for progress and development.
 That is primarily my object in being here tonight I have done some work to- ward uniting the party in Alabama, and expect to see a larger republican vote cast this year than ever before. In all elections. city, county and state, the re- publicans will have candidates, and some of these candidates will be elected. if the republicans will come together and for get their own personal ambitions"
 MT. Middleton while here is visiting his brother, R. C. Middleton, vice president of the Citizens National bank. Other prominent republicans in the city last night were former United States Marshal Lunsford, John Standifer of Gadsden and Edward Anderson of DcKalb.
 Has Eye On Democrats.
 pr. J. w. Hughes, formerly postmaster in Birmingnar,, and one of the leaders of the antis, wnm asked last night why he opposed Mir. Tafts ambitions to be Pres ident of the United States. said;
 "There are two ressons-first, I object to the outgoing President dictating his successor secondly, evidently the demo- crats think Bryan car defeat Mir Taft, as is instanced by the recent interview of Governor Hoke Smith of Georgia, who stated that ali the republicans of that state are heartily In favor of Mir Taft. and by the uttcrancc of Lieutenant Gov ernor Henry B. Gray of Alabama. who, recently in Columbus, O.. made a state ment to the same effect as concerns the republicans of this state. It Is my opin- ion that 1t is good plan not to do that which the democrats wish"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-15
(. T. snaw ( Son. undertakera
Green Undertaking Co.,, Wallace c. Johns. Manager.

Southern Railway, the popu- lar route to Atlanta, trains leave 6:25 a. m., 4:25 p. m. and 12::30 midnight. Chair, parlor, broiler, buffet and Pullman cars.
The Hays free press. [volume] (Hays, Kan.) 1908-1924, 1908-08-15

Have your printing done at the FREE
PRESS office.
Miss Mary Daily came down from
Ellis Wednesday on legal business.
Mrs. Agnes StehIey of Ellis came
down last Saturday to visit her parents.
Postmaster George Leisenring of
Ellis was in town on business Tuesday.
Miss Maggie Disney of Ellis came in
and spent a short time with Myrtle
Ramsey Monday afternoon.
Miss Mamie Orndoff, who has been
visiting her sister, Mrs. A. N. Smith,
for the past few months, returned to
her home at Lindsborg Friday morning.
Come and eat with u.s. From August
31st to September 5th we will serve
hot biscuits and coffee lin our place of
business to prove to you that the Great
Majestic Range will bake biscuits
brown on top and bottom in three min
utes. Geo. Philip & Son. 40 2t
Reports from the west and north
west parts of the state say that the
corn crop is gone. The continued
drought which has prevailed for the
past month has been the cause of the
failure of what would have been a
bumper corn crop. Last weeks rain
was general over Kansas, but it came
too late to help the corn. The corn in
this immediate vicinity was saved by
rain two weeks ago Saturday.