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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
ANNUAL MEETING OF
 LAWN TENNIS MEN


 New York, February F. At the United States lawn tennis associa- of the United States lawn tennis associa- tion held today at the Waldorf-Astoria Dr. James Dwight of Boston, was re- elected president Robert D. Wrenn of New York vice-president; A. l.. Haskins of Philadelphia, secretary, and Richard Stevens of Hoboken, treasurer The as- sociation was shown to be composed of 115 clubs and IS associations. The cleo tion of the executive committee which Is the ruling factor in the affairs of the sport resulted as follows:
 R. D. Little, New York, F. F. Ander- son, Providence, R. l.; L. B. Presbery, Boston; H. Ward New York; w. J. Clo- thier, Philadelphia; Nat Emerson, Cincin- nat; L. D. Scott, Atlanta, Ga; and D. Davis, St. Louis.
 w. A. Larned favored sending a team of strong players to Australia to endea- vor to win back the Davis cup. After some discussion Dr.. Wright was empow cred to send challenge if it were found possible to get the services of players foi a team The question of sending an American team to compete in the Olympic games in London was also left to the president.
 The Crescent Athletic club of New York will again hold the east, west and south national championship doubles.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
Oakland Results.

Oakland, February 7.-Although the weather was clear today the track at Oakland was very heavy. The Kenwood handicap was won by Tom Shaw, a 15 to 1 chance who avoided fast going at first but came on strong at the fin- ish. Elevation closed in very rapidly and Bucolic ran a good race. Thurbet took the mile event with something to spare.
 Summaries:
 First race. six furlongs, California Jockey Club Breeding Bureau stakes Watchful, 107 (Keogh), 2 to 1, won; Tan rity, 112 (Post, to l, third. Time, 1:20 3-5.
 Second race, mile-Thurbet, 107 (Sandy) IS to 5, won; Cocytus 102 e. Miller), 12 to 5, second Billy Watkins, 103 pavis), to 1. third. Time, 1850 3-5.
 Third race, three and half furlongs- Ornate, 106 (Kirschbaum). 8 to 5, won; Hazlet, 113 (Keogh) to 1, second; Min nie Bright, 1O7 (GilberD, 21 to 5, third Time. :45.
 Fourth race, five and one-half furlongs Kenwood handcap-Tom Shaw, 1O4 e. Miller), 15 to 1, won; Elevation, 1eS (Kirschbaum), 15 to 1, second; Bucolc, 107 (Alarie), 10 to 1, third. Time, -1:1D4-5
 Fifth race. mile and 20 yards-The Captain, 116 (GilberD, to 1, won; Wolf vile, 94 (Galindo), 5 to 2, second; Der dom. Ill Qeeds), 16 to 1, third. Time, 1:491-
 Sixth race, mile, purse-Joe Coyne, 1O9 Davis), g to 10, won; Eudora. 102 (Gil- bert), toe1, second The Englishman, 107 (NIcLain) 12 to 5, third. Time, l: AT l-5.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
Maude Adams New Play.

From Newe York Paper.
 Chicot the character she will assume in her new play, The Jesters,' in, New York Wednesday night. will bring Miss Adams forward in male attire for the first time in the guise of lover, an avowed poet. He is said to be a gentle hero in the eternal game that keeps the world going round, and she will strike the notes which Miss Adams art is so capable of expressing. It will be seen from this slight suggestion of the charac- ter Miss Adams will play that while she. sticks to the masculine type, yet there is much in Chicot that promises consider able change from other male characters in which she has been seen.
 ''The Jesters' is both romantic and po- etic In quality, and it's entire story is told in rhymed verse,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08

In a straightforward hard fought, and thoroughly "clean" game of basketball last night, the Nashville Athletic club defeated the Young Mems Christian as- sociation by a score of 26 to Is.
 While the Y. M. c. A. fought exceed ingly hard, Nashville demonstrated be- yond doubt, it's superiority. Nashville showed unquestionable strength, marvel lous dexterity in passing the ball, and great headwork. Nashville will be for midable antagonist for the Birmingham Athletic club tonight.
 The game at the Y. M. c. A. was ex- ceedingly exciting from beginning to end. There was a large attendance present, and the spectators were exceedingly en- thusiastic The roofing at times was strenuous
 Womack and Gosnell were the Nash vile stars. while Estes and Major played finely for the Y. M. C. A.
 The lineup and score in detail of the game follow:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
HAD TOO MUCH MONEY. Preacher Is Accused of Defrauding People Through the Mails.

Springfield. O., February 7.-When Rev. W. G. Whitaker, arrested in Dayton last Friday for alleged misuse of the mails by United States Marshal Sanderson. was searched by Sheriff Almonry in this city, $1700 in greenbacks was found in his pockets. Whitaker. it is said. has been in all parts of the country en- deavoring to interest heirs in an enormous estate in England and he alleges that he has found 25OO0 of these persons.
 The estate, according to Whittakers story, is that of Capt. John Whitaker and Jane Scott Parkes, now held in trust by the Bank of England, and said to be worth from s6OO.0Oo.0o0 to $500. 900 600.
 It is averred that Whitaker wrote to each of the supposed heirs asking that they pay him $10 each for providing proof of kinship.
 The hearing was to have been heard before United States Commissioner w. M. Rockett today but was postponed to await the appearance of M. W Broyles and J. M. Ford of Asheville, N. c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
THOU SHALT NOT PASS.
Senate Committee Turns Down Trans
 portaton Measure.

Washington, February 1.-The Senate
 committee on interstate commerce today
 decided to go squarely on record against
 most of the bills now before the com
 mittee that propose enlargements of the
 pass privilege clause of the interstate
 commerce law. Two of the measures
 were debated and it was agreed to re-
 port them to the Senate unfavorably on
 Monday.
 Senator Stones bill providing for the
 issuance of transportation to publishers
 of newspapers in payment for advertis-
 ing went quickly by the board.
 Senator Cullom endeavored to have the
 committee look with favor on his bill,
 allowing large transfer companies to ex- change passes with the railway com panies, in order to gain free transpor- tation for their employees, soliciting bus mess on trains. This bill also was re-
 ported unfavorably.
 The committee decided to make fa- vorable recommendation on Senator Clapp's bill authorizing railroad com panies to grant free transportation to furloughed and pensioned employees. The committee acted favorably on a resolution offered by Senator Crane, di- recting the interstate commerce com mission to investigate and report on fac ing point switches and the appliances for their control.
 s. H. Swan and Murdo Mckenzie, rep resenting stock growers associations, ap- peared before the committee in support of Senator Cuiberson's bill, regulating the supply of cars and empowering the commission to make rules in respect to carrying freight
 It was decided to favorably report Sem ator Fultons bill giving the interstate commerce commission authority in it's dis cretion to suspend the aO-day notice of a change of rate filed by carrier in eases where complaint is filed by shippers. mo- tice to remain suspended until a hear ing is held and completed. A subcommittee consisting of Senators | Crane, Keane and Tillman was appoint ed to consider the LaFollette bill, making regulations for interstate telegraph and telephone lines and prohibiting the ac- ceptance of franks on such lines by gov | ernment officials
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
TEACHER HoRsEWHlPPED.
Women Demand That He Quit and
 Then Use Whips.

Atlanta, February IA special to the Constitution from Canton Ga, says:
 Much excitement was created here to- day by the horsewhipping of Dr. Bailey, superintendent of the high school
 At the opening of school today a number of women assembled armed with whips and demanded the keys to the buildings from pr. Bailey. He turned the keys over promptly. As he went to get some of his personal belongings, it is said the women began to use their whips. The chairman of the board of trustees and the town marshal interfered and ordered the doc tor to proceed with his classes.
 A repetition of the whipping is threatened if Bailey attempts to re- sume his duties at the school.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
TWO NEGROES HANGED.
Rope Breaks When One Is Dropped,
 But He Is Strung Up Again.

Lake Charles, La, February 7.--Al- bert West and Edward Williams both negroes, were hanged in the parish jail here this afternoon. West was hanged first. The rope broke when the trap was sprung, but he was quickly strung up again and strangled to death. Williams was hanged five minutes after Vests body was cut down.
 West was hanged for the murder of John Chaney, a white man, whom he chopped to death with an axe. He main tained to the death that he acted in self defense. Williams killed Alice Charles, negro woman, with whom he lived. He confessed his guilt.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
EVANS SENDS THANKS.
Admiral Apprecative of Courtesy Ex-
 tended By Chleans.

Punta Arenas. Strait of Magellan. Feb ruary 7-Rear Admiral Evans has sent a letter to John Hicks, American minis ter to Chile, expressing his thanks to the Chilean government for the splendid re- ception accorded the American fleet and its personnel. The admiral expresses the belief that the visit will strengthen the already friendly relations existing be- tween the two republics. He said also that he regrets that his schedule will not permit the fleet to visit Valparaiso, but that the vessels will pass close to that city in order to honor the Chilean flag.
 Replying to the adn1iral's communica- ton, Mr. Hicks said he would make the necessary explanations to the Chilean government. He also complimented Ad- uniral Evans for the effective conditions and the discipline of his men.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
Cline Aaain Defeated.

St. Louis, February 7.7-John Daly of Chicago tonight repeated his success of last night by defeating Champion Harry P. Cline, in the second block of the contest for the three cushion billiard championship by score of 50 to Az. Daly's high run was 3, his average, .5O5 Cline's high run was 4, his average .425 The score last night was, Daily oo; Cline 49. The last block of 50 points will be played tomorrow night
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
Great Bowling Tournament.

Cincinnati, Febrpary 1.-The eighth an- nual international tournament of the bowling congress will begin at the armory here tomorrow night and continue for 15 days. Nearly s25,ooO in prize money will be distributed. The IS alleys have been completed, 16 of which will be used for regular tournament games, while the cen ter two alleys will be used for match games
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08

l The game tonight is expected to be one of the best in the history of Birmingham basketball. The Athletic club, the Y. M. c. A. having been already defeated by Nashville, is determined that the vis- itors shall not take two scalps when they leave Birmingham And Nashville, out after the southern championship, is not going to lose the game tonight with out one of the hardest fought contests imaginable There is a wonderful amount of enthusiasm concerning the game, and the attendance will be record-breaking. it is thought.
 The following sponsors for the game are announced:
 Nashville-Miss Emma Donelson; maids, Miss Hulda May Horton, Miss Clara Yar- brough.
 Birmingham-Miss Mabel Wheelock; maids Miss Lucille Gaston, Miss Francis Zealand.
 After the game there will be dancing by orchestra music
 The lineup will be as follows:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
Send Shoes To Shanghai.

The D. & A. Rich Shoe company re- ceiyed an order for two pairs of Sorosis shoes from Mrs w. w. Brockman, now in Shanghai. China The shoes were started yesterday on the trip around the world Mrs. Brockman formerly resided in Birmingham and was a patron of the Rich shoe store,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
Gotch Defeats BeeI.

Chicago. February 7.-Frank Gotch de- feated Fred .Beel in two round bout wrestling match tonight in which the toe-hod bas barred. The men, under these conditions were rather evenly matched and a long struggle followed Gotch won both falls with a bar lock, the times being 5403 and 1s:55.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
Los Angeles Results.

Los Angeles, February -Four favorites were beaten at Canta Anita today and George Swain, a 20 to 1 shot, took first money in the fourth race, winning by two lengths Miller rode two winners and was in the money on two other occasions. Summarizes:
 First race, five furlongs. selling-Kerry, 1O7 (Miller), ' to 2, won; Laura Clay, 105 (Schilling). even, second; Albion H., 105 (Burns), 10 to 1. third. Time, 1:01.
 Second race, three furlongs, purse-An- tioch, 1O7 Dugan), Il to 5, won; Traffic. 110 (Schilling). 8 to 5, second; Colored Lady, 1O7 (Burns), IS to 5, third. Time, :s5.
 Third race, mile, selling-L. c. fWidrig, S9 (Martin), 2 to 1, won Chief Desmond 101 (Burns) to 1, second Sunmark, 10l (Ross), 25 to 1, third. Time, LAO 4-5.
 Fourth race. five furlongs-George Swain, 100 (Preston) 20 to 1. won; Laura 9S (Buxton), 8 to 1, second; Transmute, 102 (Miller). to l. third. Time. 1:01 2-5
 Fifth race, seven furlongs, selling-Little Minister, 104 (Ross), 12 to l, won; Firm Foot 1o1 (Miller), 20 to 1, second; Hua-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
St. Louis Gets WaddeH

tions for Waddell from Manager Connie Mack had occupied three months, but he declined to name the price paid beyond remarking that it was big enough to sink a ship" Waddell, who has been spending the winter in Mobile will be sent a con tract in a few days.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
Another Foreign Alliance.

Budapest, February IA report that Mrs. Cornelius Vanderbilt is to marry Count Hadik has been received here, but there is some skepticism concerning it's authenticity. Nothing seems to be known in aristocratic circles here con cerning the matter. The count is a son of the late Admiral Hadik. lie is now in Budapest. He is a Hungarian deputy and enjoys a good reputation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
"Buqs" Is Not Guilty.

Chicago. February 7.-The charge Of of robbery recently made against A. L. Bugs Raymond, a pitcher for the St. Louis American baseball team, was dis missed by a Cook county grand jury to- day for lack of evidence.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-08
BIRMINGHAM Y. M. c. A.

St. Louis, February 7.-President Hedges of the St. Louis American league base hall club, announced this afternoon that he has purchased outright the release of "Rube' Waddell, the Philadelphia pitch CT. President Hedges stated that negotia-