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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
RECORD OF THE COURTS

Deeds of conveyance were filed in the office of the probate court yester- day in the following transactions in real estate in which amounts of 5000 or more were involved:
 s2009-W. D. Paris and wife to Mamie F. Lappage, lots 16, IT and IS in block 21. Owenton
 s1017-Mary c. Armstrong to George A. Gibson, lot 10 in the subdivision of the west half of the southwest quarter of the southeast quarter of the southwest quarter of section 26, township IT, range west.
 000-Birmingham Realty company to Mrs. Laura B. Fowlkes, lot 22 in block S36. Birmingham, as shown on the map and survey of the Elyton Land company, the property involved in the transaction be- ing situated near the northeast corner of Forest avenue and Whitaker street. s2O00-B. A. Thompson and wife to George A. McAllister, the west half of the northeast quarter and the south half of the northwest quarter of section 20, township 19, range west.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
EXEMPTION AHEAD
 FOR LABOR UNIONS

Washington, March 14.- Special )-The President conferred today with Charles Neill, commissioner of labor. and Her bert Knox Smith, the commissioner of the bureau of corporations, on the pro- posed amendments to the sherman anti trust law and to the laws which have been neutralized by recent decisions of the United States supreme court. The discussions were not concluded and were resumed tonight at the White House. At the night session Mir Garfield, sec retary of the interior was present. It is understood that the President, after he has whipped the proposed amendments into shape, will send them with a mes sage to Congress urging their passage The outlines of the suggested new laws have recestly been published. One of the most important of the amendments Is that to the Sherman antitrust law which will take the labor unions out of the category of parties liable to prosecu- tion for conspiracy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Lew pockstader's MinstreIs.

At the Jefferson theatre tomorrow after neon and night Birmingham is to be en- tertained by Lew Dockstader, the big chief of minstrel monologists, and the prince of minstrel organizers, in conjunc- tion with his company of comedians, sweet-voiced singers and nimble dancers. It will be the best minstrel entertainment of the season.
 Dockstader has been drawing capacity audiences everywhere this season, and the roars of laughter which are continuous, indicate that he has found places where the public Is not bothered about the finan- clal stringency or the possibility of war with Japan. In fact, the audiences get great amount of pleasure from these and other public matters, for Dockstader touches upon them frequently throughout the evening in a way that excites much merriment. His opportunity for hits at current matters is furnished by his new skit, "A Dull Day in the White House, in which he gives an extremely funny black faced imitation of the President in the way of makeup" and also touches upon local political affairs by phone With a keenneSS of observation and judgment that wins the appla ause of his audiences.
 In the first part Dockstader has an eX- ceedngly clever song called, When the Hammer on the Anvil Rings" There are, topical verses which add to the general gaiety Nell OBrien, Dockstader's s able ooadjutor in fun, is funny as ever. His song, "Bother Nothin'," and his verses about the grip are droll enough to almost cure that disease. The singers and dancers of the company appear to splen- did advantage in two clever numbers called The Land of Nicotine" and the "Reveille at West Point" Two very funny skits in the programme are Joining the Elks," an extravagant bit of nonsense on secret societies. and Quick Lunch.f In the last Nell OBrien appears as waiter. and excites roars of laughter by his unc- tuous drolerY.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
SONS OF VETERANS.
Important Meeting of Camp To Be
 Held This Afternoon.

At o'clock this afternoon a meeting of Camp Clayton, Sons of United Confed- erats Veterans, will be held in the Com mercial club rooms, and a full attend ance is requested as many matters of vital importance will be taken up. The arrangements for the sponsors ball to be given during the reunion will be one of the features of the meeting.
 Capt S. A. Cunningham of Nashville. editor and publisher of the Confederate Veteran, will address the meeting. MT. Cunningham is in Birmingham gathering information in regard to the reunion.
 The meeting will not be limited to the members of the camp, but all veterans. daughters of veterans and others inter- ested in the reunion are invited to at tend.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
HARD AT WORK ON
 SOCIETY CIRCUS
"Merry Widow and Other Features Promise To Be Great Drawing
 Cards.

Like Trojans, the talented among the members of the Athletic club are work ing on the annual Society Circus. At the Jefferson on Monday, March 23, matinee and night will be presented the greatest performance of them all.
 The Merry Widow and all the other members are rapidly gaining great in dividuality. The athletic feats including numbers of new stunts, promise to be more than usually complete.
 The Society Circus is the greatest an nual event given by the club. It is always witnessed by great crowds of Birmingham people. The committee in charge this year, having provided round ring of fine numbers, expects crowded houses at both performances.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
At the Jefferson.

Henry w. Savage's musical fantasy oi the forest. "Woodland,' at the JeHeF- son theatre yesterday afternoon ana last night was one of the most beautiful and elaborate entertainments of the kind that haa ever been seen in Birmingham. Not only was the piece rich In coior' eA
 hanced by gorgeous electric enects anu frightened by a dazzling array or cos tunes, but it was distinctly muslcal' Most of the songs were rendered doubly sweet by the novel and picturesque set ting given them and the brilliant en- sembes The company, composed or 1 feminine element whose looks were much above the ordinary and chorus men or god figure, led by a corps of principals were we'll qualified for the parts they assumed. was one of the strongest or ganizations that has been brought to bir- mingham during the current season. All the characters in the piece are creatures of the woods and all are birds. ms cue Is responsible for a number or eh- trancing stage pictures and happy con- ceits in the way of costumes and eHect5' The dances were a feature that con- tributed no little to the enjoyment or the performance. The book and lyrics by Frank Pixley and the music by Gus tave Luders found instant favor. The mu- sic is lifting and in accord with the woodland. Among the principals who won warm place in the regard of local thea tregoers. in a cast unusually large, were: Hazel Cox as Prince Eagle, heir to the throne; George w. Leslie as Blue Jay, the chief funmaker; Dwight Allen as General Rooster; Harry Benham as Robin Redbreast; Mary Quive as Miss Nightin- gale Elizabeth Spencer as Lady Pea cock; Constance Farmer as Turtle Dove; Leila Smith as Jenny Wren. Miss Spen- cer, woman of fine stage presence, won much applause by her songs, while Miss Quive, sister of Grace Von Stud divant, was conspicuous in several of the most fetching musical numbers. The two settings were elaborate and true to the forest in theme and coloring
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
BANK DEPOSITORS
 WILL GET MONEY

Atlanta, March 14.-(Speclal.} }-Depos- itors of the defunct Neal bank will get their first dividend in next Friday morn ing's mall. Seven thousand of them will participate in this dividend, which amounts to 20 per cent The Neal bank had altogether 5000 depositors, but there were more than POGO of them who had less than $2.5O on deposit, and at least 20 who had to their credit cents or less. These will be paid nothing at present. and the probabilities are they are not seriously worrying over it.
 Checks for one-ffth of the amount due 7000 depositors are now being drawn in the offices of the receiver, the Central Bank and Trust corporation, and will be mailed Thursday night, March 19, reach ing the depostors on the 20th, the date fixed by the court for payment. The ag gregate payment to be made to these de- positors will be $375,O00. It will probably be three or four months before another dividend is paid, and the final settlement will hardly be made under two years from the date of the banks failure.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
ROCKEFELLER SAYS
 WORD FOR GEORGIA

Augusta, Ga., March 1-(Special.)-I an interview with Herald reporter this afternoon John D. Rockefeller, discussing the prohibition question, said:
 "I am an old man, but am glad to say that I have never touched whisky
 The oil king freely expressed his views on prohibition, indicating plainly that he favored legislation restricting the traffic.
 He thinks it is wise to keep liquor from the negroes of the south and from the lower class of whites generally. He be- lieves that the prohibition sentiment is spreading in England as well as in this country.
 Tt is best said he, with reference to present conditions in Georgia Tt strengthens the people and helps them to save
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Voters In a Bad Fix.

Rome. Ga. March -Workmen who are engaged in remcdeling tue city hall today discovered the tax books and registration lists of Floyd county, which were stolen IS years ago during a contested prohibition cleo ton. The books disappeared in 1890, and were found hidden between the roof a~A the ceiling of the building
 The / 1very will mean the collection of large sum of back taxes due to the county and will disfranchise many of the voters in the coming elections un- less the claims against them are paid.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
RepubIicans For Taft.

Asheville, N. C., March 4-John G. Grant of Henderson was chosen by ac- clamation for Congress by the Tenth dis trict republican convention here today. Perfect harmony prevailed The conven- ton indorsed Roosevelt's administration and Secretary Taft for the presidency. Charles French Toms of Henderson and T. F. Roland of Asheville were selected as delegates to the national convention at Chicago and O. L. Anderson of Clay was named as presidential elector for this district
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
Marion A. May.

The funeral services over the remains of Col Marion A. May, the pioneer citi- zen who died Friday about noon, will be conducted from the late residence of the deceased, 113O Thirty-first street, No wood, this afternon at 3 o'clock. The following have been requested to act as pallbearers: Active--F. A. Hewitt, George B. Tarrant, James A. Downey, David Fox, w. J. Yielding and R. A. Lewis Honorary-Judge s. E. Greene, Dr. M H. Collins, w. s. Brown, A. w. Burgin Dr. M. H. Wells, George c. Harris, J. P. Phillips, Dr. George M. Morris, F. B. Yielding, E. J. Blackwood and pr. Mack Rogers. The remains will be inferred in the Elmwood cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Labo7Tng Wen Indo7se
 C0nbicfs FOY 1He Roads

J. B. Drake president of the Trades Councoil, said yesterday:
 "I want to enter a hearty cheer for The Age-Herald on its position in the county convict mantter. l feel sure that the laboring people of the county will indorse such a great effort to remove the criminals from the mines and place them on the county roads where the tax payers will get some benefit.
 q know from experience in Fulton county, Georgia, where my father was connected with convict labor for 15 years,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
New Rapid canceIIIno Machine

A new cancelling machine with a ca- pacity of 600 letters per minute was in- stalled in the postoffice yesterday, and will be in full running order within the next day or two. Two machines have been in use for some time, and this addi- tional machine will prove great relief to the congested condition which has pre- vailed in the local office.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
"When knighthood Was in Flower"

In When Knighthood Was in Flower at the Bijou this week, Miss Anna Day has been fortunate enough to find a worthy opportunity for a display of her talent and cleverness. She more than peases in every respect, as will be re- called by those who saw her here. He: Interpretation of her role is excellent deft touches here and there have made it her own creation and not an imitation As Mary Tudor Miss Day presents q character which never allows the interest in 1t and the play to abate; loVable character, marked as it is by the opposi- tions Of q hot temperament which will be- stow the hand only where the heart has gone.
 As Mary Tudor actionsis requisite, there is danger of over-exuberance; but Miss Day never over-acts. nor does she make the opposite mistake. One feels that her quick, passionate movements are the re- suit of instinct with natural impulse; but dignity-the dignity of a kings sister is always ready when need arises to bring it into play. The coquetries of a lovely and loving woman: the courage which makes woman ready to sacrifice for the man she loves, the dignity of the Queen of France, outwardly resigned to her fate = the final triumph of lone woman over her enemies and the sweet womanhood of a wife when finally she is united with the man of her hearts choice; all these phases and more are portrayed by Miss Day, with a thorough comprehension of her part and complete sympathy with it.
 Miss Days support is well In keeping with her worth,.
 Charles D. Coburn makes a dashing and handsome Brandon, and is an actor who combines unusual ability with the natural graces of a gentleman. The play Is staged and costumed with all the ele- gance that marked the first production, the desirable physical quality of richness has been provided by Ernest Shipman. under whose auspices Miss Day and her company will be seen at the Bijou all next week with the usual matinees.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Bearer of Good Tidinos.

San Francisco, March 14.-Bearing draft of a tentative programme for the reception and entertainment of the battleships at San Francisco, Frank J. Symmes, chairman of the committee on reception and parade, will start next tuesday for Magdalena bay, where he will submit the programme to Admiral Evans. Until Symmes' return many of the details of the entertainment and the dates on which the various receptions and parades will take place will be left open.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
SMALLPOX ON STEAMER.
Passengers Are Detained and Vessel
 Is Fumiqated.

New York, March 14.-The steamer Graf Waldersee, which came in from Cologne and Plymouth with more than 1000 passengers, had case of small pox in her steerage. She was tempor- arily detained at quarantine while the patient anu 197 other passengers who occupied the same compartment were exposed to the disease were being transferred to Hoffman's island for observation. An soon as the exposed passengers have been removed to the steamer VII. be thoroughly fumigated.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
WiII Visit American Elect.

Mexico City, March H. Colonel San zines, the military commander in the southern district of Lower California, will represent the government of Mexico in the official reception of the Ameri- can fleet at Magdalena Bay and Lieu tenant Antonio Ortega Molina. command CT of the gunboat Tampico, will repre- sent the department of marine. Captain Genesta, the new port captain of Mag dalena Bay, has no official representa- ton.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15

comedy that is furnished by the efforts of a detective to unravel a case of mistaken identity. The funny situations that occur during the action of the burlesque give the comedians a wide and ample scope for their fun-making. In the vaudeville section of this production one will find Morris and Morton, styled '"The Dancing Demons.' Scanlon and Hawley. in that funny laughing slSit Just From the Front" the great Francesias & Co.,. worlds heavyweight jugglers, in startling and remarkable feats of strength; Han Ions Famous Auto Bee, the greatest sen- sation of the kind ever produced upon the American stage, make this worldwide production one long to be remembered in the annals of theatrical history. The con- cluding buslesque teens with flavor of college life and is termed University Girls" Pretty girls whose reputation for beauty is becoming famous throughout the land, complete this Hip Hip. Hoo ray show Both matinee and night per- formances are given daily.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
County Teachers' Association,

The Jefferson County Teachers associa- ton will meet Saturday, March 21, at 10:3O a. m. at the city hall Among the papers will be: "Whites Art of Teaching" chap ters G. and &; 'The Function of the Test" Prof. w. H. Bowen and Super!n- tendent J. D. Williams of Woodlawn; 'The Present Day Tendencies in Educa- tion," Dr. J. H. Phillips. Every teacher in the county and the city schools is in- yited to be present.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Rush Orders In Warships.

Mare Island, Cal, March 14.-In ac- cordance with orders just received at the navy department all work on the cruisers West Virginia and Maryland, which have been undergoing repairs here for the past three weeks, will be rushed to completion in order that they may sail from this station by April 26. Orders have also been received to have all repairs on the monitor Wyoming. which is converted into an oil burning vessel, be rushed forward.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Killed By a Train.

Richmond, Va, March 1.-Two ua- known white men were struck by il passenger train on the Richmond, Fred ericksburg and Potomac railroad today near Taylorville and instantly killed. They were walking along the track, and are supposed to have been labor CTS out of employment
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Sixteenth Social Club,

The 18th social club within the last two weeks made application for a char ter yesterday at the office of the pro- bate court The new club is the Grays- vile Social club and has for it's chief object, acording to the application, the social and literary advancement of it's members, 12 in number at the present The officers are: J. w. West, president; Glen Wood, vice president, and J. Wilton West secretary and treasurer
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Paris swears Out Mandamus.

Coroner w. D. Paris has sworn out three writs of mandamus against the Board of Revenue seeking to force them to pay certain itemized accounts for expenses incurred in holding preliminary examinations. The writs were issued by Circuit Judge A. O. Lane yesterday aft ernoon. The preliminary examinations in question were those over the bodies of Nora Ward, Anastasius Argio and R. D.. Blackburn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15

that it can be successfully worked, and that no other plan is worth anything in comparison.
 tion with union mine laborers the great laboring class of people are done rank injustice. l have heard widespread com ment in favor of the plan, and believe that the polls will show up strongly in favor of the proposition.
 This Is the best way to attack the fee system, so that by the time the next legislature meets there will be enough sentimnt workd up to abolish it entirely"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Postal Chances,

Washington, March 14.- (Special.)- Wanace M. rankin is appointed post master at Coliuran, Dekalb county, vice H. s. Br-ndon, removed. Linus I. Ar mold is appointed regular, Alto L.. Posey substitute rural free delivery carrier. Route 1 Headland.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Lost Mail Is Found.

London. March 14.-A cable inquiry to Japan has elicited the fact that the 15 registered mail packages which dis appeared in January, supposedly while in transit on the steamer Celtic be- tween Liverpool and New York, have turned up at Yokohama and have been forwarded to the United States.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Marriage Licenses Issued.

the office of the probate court yester- day as follows:
 Marvin Pitts to Miss Lillie Smith, J. c. Shepperd of Jasper to Miss Maud Stone.
 M L. Pemberton of Birmingham to Miss Lena Vanderfort
 John Smith of Trussville to Miss Laura Wooten.
 Luther L. Moss of Ensley to Miss Lottie Propst.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Flaming Mill Changes Hands.

The old Parson blaming mill at North Birmingham has been leased to R. D. Odell and F. w. BrazilI, and will in future be run under the name Alabama Flaming mill. The lessees have had years of ex- perience in handling wood working n1a- ehinery, and they plan to have one of the best interior finish mills in the state.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
pr. Hawthorne To Lecture.

On Next Thursday night the Rev. J. B. Hawthorne will deliver lecture at the First Baptist church. Dr. Hawthorne is an orator of distinction. and it is said there are few speakers who excel him in the pulpit or on the platform. Dr. Hawthorne was for number of years pastor of the old First Baptist church of Richmond. He was also form erly an Alabama pastor, and is well known to a great many people in this state.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Frederick Murnan.

The funeral services over the remains of Frederick Murnan, the 1e-months-old son of MT. and Mrs. John J. Murnan who died Friday, were conducted from the family residence, 1026 Belleview avenue, yesterday. The interment was made in the Elmwood cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
over 2ooo Vaccinated.

During the past week, since compulsory vaccination was instigated, 5000 people have been inspected and 2OOo vaccinated. The officers are still busy adding several hundred to the list every day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Senator Bryan Better.

Washington, March 14.-Senator Bryan of Florida who is suffering from typhoid fever at Providence hospital in this city, was reported as resting easily this evening. MT. Bryan is still regarded as extremely III
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
Infant of James Hayes.

The infant child of MT. and Mrs. James Hayes died yesterday morning. The funeral services over the remains were held yesterday aftrnoon at the family res idence 2521 First avenue. The interment was made in the Elmwood cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
othanlel Alsop.

The funeral services over the remains of Othaniel Alsop were held yesterday afternoon at o'clock from the chapel of Shaw & Son. The remains were inter- red in the Elmwod cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
At the Cavetv.

That big musical extrava ganza produc- tion, "The Dainty Duchess" comes to the Gayety tomorrow afternoon for one week, with an all star aggregation of come dians, dancers and singers. The first part opens with the burlesque, Chill Con Carue." e medley of singing. dancing and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
THE WEATHER.

Washington, March 14.-Forecast for Alabama and Mississippi: Fair Sunday and Monday fresh southwest winds.
 Birmingham. 4 D. n March II, 1908.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-03-15
ADJUSTMENTS.
AT THE JEFFERSON.

Tomorrow, matinee and night Lew Dockstader with his great minstrel troupe.
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AT THE BIJOU
AT THE GAYETy.

All the week-Miss Anna Day in While Knighthood Was In Flow er."
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All the week-Musical extraVa-
 ganza, "The Dainty Duchess.