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The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1908-02-02

Washington, February 1-(Special) RE-
publican members of the Senate and
House who are opposed to the President
are in sullen and ugly mood today. They
have had time to reflect over the special
message sent to both houses of Congress
by the President yesterday, and the more
they have reflected the more angry they
have become.
The attitude of joyous contempt which
has grown more pronounced daily since
the President issued his statement that
he would not be a candidate for re-elee-
ton has disappeared entirely. All talk CT
defying the President openly and turning
down his appointments at will has been
stopped. Instead, they are asking today
what he will do next.
Meanwhile the President and the demo-
cratic senators and congressman were in
joyous humor Hundreds of kilograms
and letters congratulating the President
on his message were received at the
W hite House today. Only a few were
submitted to the President, however, as
the pressure of men who called personally
to congratulate the President was Too
great. 1t is understood that these letters
and kilograms will be assorted by states
SO that they may be referred to the proper
senator's when they call at the White
House next week. The President has an
idea that his demands for the legislation
he desires will have much stronger sup
port when the republicans in both houses
discover that the voters are still in favor
of bills which would curb corporations
further.
Congress Must Act.
1t is understood that the President had
made it plain to several of the leaders
on the reactionary side that il Congress
continues to ignore his demands he will
send in other messages equally strong and
positive. He has told them further that
if Congress adjourns without passing bills
strengthening the railroad rate law and
the Sherman act to meet the objections
found by the United States supreme court
he will call an extra session of Congress
as soon as the present session adjourns.
The President has made it clear that he
does not fear the result of an extra ses-
sion in the republican campaign, and that
in calling the session he will force Con-
gress to pass these laws eand thus
strengthen the position of Secretary Taft
before the voters.
He is convinced that Secretary Taft VIII
be nominated at Chicago on the first bal
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The foren ans voice trembled as he an
swered We fiud the defendant not guilty
on the ground Of insanity at the time tho
deed waT cnnnrnr ted
At the Hotel Acrraine. in the room Of
the aged mother OF the defendant, a mo-
ment later the telephone bell rang sharp
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
REFUGE FOR THE DouMA.
Representative Waldo Wants Russians
 To Come To America.

Washington, January 7-Representatiye Waldo of New York today offered reso lution asking the House committee on foreign affairs to inquire into the ex- pediency of requesting the President of the United States to intercede with the government of Russia, either through a special minister or the present minister accredited to that court, for the libera- tion of the Russian douma, now in prison or duress within that country with d tender to them of the United States as an asylum and providing, if necessary, for their immediate removal here.
 The preamble of the resolution says;
 'The heroic struggles of the Russian people for a free government under a parliament and written constil1 6 [ are, in the judgment of the House Of Representatives, entitled to the warmest sympathy and respect of the American government as well by reason of the courage which they have exhibited in their sufferings which they have endured, and tbis House deeply sympathizes with the members of the Russian douma who have exercised the usual parliamentary right of freedom of speech in meetings of their parliamentary body, and who have consequence been sentenced to suffer severe punishment and imprison- ment."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
REVIVAL AT ELYToN.
The Rev. Shelton Is Holding Interest
 ing Series at Baptist Church.

A revival meeting is being held at the Elyton Baptist church, and much inter- est is being manifested there. The meet ing began Thursday night and already there have been many conversions Last night a crowded house listened to we'll delivered sermon on the text "As Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, even so must the son of man be lifted up that whosoeYer believeth on Him should not perish but have eternal life
 The preacher, the Rev. John Bass Shell ton of Montgomery, dwelt on regenera- tion and the mysterious working of the Holy Spirit when person Is born anew. He also showed that regenarton is es- sential to eternal life, and that even N~s, it possible for a man to be raised from the gutter and sin of the world into the great "Tepless Heaven," as he expressed 1t, that Heaven itself would become a hell to that person.
 MT. Shelton is an able preached ani handles his subjects gracefully and with ease, and has the power of holding the audience under his influence for great length of time. His subject for this even ing will be "The Devil in Elyton."
 Services every day at 10 a. m. and 113o D. m All are cordially invited to at tend the services.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
The Week.of-Prayer.

This week throughout the Christian world congregations are assembling every night for the purpose of prayer The Presbyterians of this city are holding union services at the First Presbyterian church every evening at 7:45 o'clock. Last night there was a good attendance and much interest manifest. Tonight the subject of prayer is: That the church may be altogether devoted in her min isters; completely faithful her member ship; universally Christ-like in her spirit of love; prayer that the church prove her self to be the true friend of poor and rich alike; the leader of social regen- eration which is thoroughly Christian. and the untiring. unselfish servant of the kingdom of God"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
ON THE RACE TRACK.
New Orleans Results.

New Orleans, January 7.-Long shots carried off the honors again today at the Fair Grounds Alice, at 25 to 1, won the first race. going to post practically unbacked. Miss Delaney, in the fourth race, backed from 12 to 10 to l, was an easy winner. Darling Dan, at to l in the betting and heavily played for place and show position, won the fifth race in a desperate drive with the fa- vorite, Banridge, at to 5, second. Official announcement was made today that Jockey George Mountain in the future will not be allowed to ride at either the Fair Grounds or City Park on account of recent riding. Summaries:
 First race, three furlongs-Alice, 110 Burton), 25 to l, won; Cunning, 110 (Alex), 30 to l, second; Mrs Sewall, no Powers), 13 to 5, third. Time, :SS S-5.
 Second race, six furlongs. selling Broken Melody, 102 Powers), 6 to 1, won; Maxonia, 104 (Booker), 20 to l, second; i; Stella Perkins, 99 (Scheslnger), 15 to 1, third. Time, 1:23 3-5.
 Third race, selling, selling, six fur longs-Nancy, 100 (Sumter), to l, won; Snowfall, 104 (Brooks), 15 to l. second; Caper, 105 CPickens), IS to B. third. Time. 1 :23 1-5.
 
 Miss Delany, s3 (Flynn), 10 to 1, won; Al Muller 95 (Munro), 21a to 1, second; Hyperion II, 110 Gee), to 10, third. Time, 1:14 3-5.
 Fifth race, mile and 70 yards-Darling Dan, 100 Martin), to 1, won: Banridge, 1o9 (Powers), ' to 10, second; Brakes peare, 103 (McDanieD, 25 to l, third. Time, 1:5s 1-5.
 Sixth race, mile and an eighth, selling Ace High, 105 (Powers), to D. won; Sea Salt, 92 (Sumter), 6 to 1, second; Ivan- hoe, 102 (McCahey), to l. third. Time, 2:04 4-5.
 New Orleans Entries.
 First race five and one-half furlongs. selling-Frescati, 97; Mamie May, Agnes Wood, Tile Kilns, Inauguration, Ansonia, Auspicious, 102; Bitterly, Ethel Carr, Sain- esaw, 105; Georgia Girl, Fashion, Di- vorcee, Javotte, 1O7; Donaldo, 10S.
 Second race, mile and seventy yards, selling-J. D. Dunn, Prince Fortunatus, 95; Monere, 9S; George Bailey, 100; Flow away, Tudor, 103; Proteus, Grenade Fon- soluca Warner Griswold, Creel. Charley Thompson, Don Hamilton, 105; Miltiades, 10S; Hammeraway, no.
 Third race, six furlongs, selling-Hig- ginbotham, No Quarter, 93; Refined Cooney K, Pedro. 9S; Bertha E, Fl Do. rado, De Reszke, 100; Conville, 101; Frank Lord, 103; Sally Preston, 104; Hawkama Red Gauntlet, 1o5; Avaunteer, no; >Gold Proof, Ill.
 Hickory handicap, 125O added-Flavigny
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
DIR. sTAFFoRD's FUNERAL.
Great Throng Pays Tribute To Be-
 loved Pastor at the Tomb.

Washington, January 7.--The funeral of the Rev. Dr. D. J. Stafford, for many years pastor of St. Patricks church in this city, was held in that edifce today and the body was later inferred at Mount Olivet cemetery here. The last rites were notable. Vice President Fairbanks, Speaker Cannon and many Senators and Representatives, justices of the supreme court, Cardinal Gibbons, Apostolic Dele gate Falconio and many others distin- guished in the church and in other re- ligious fields, were among those present. Never has there been such a great out pouring of the populace at the funeral of a priest.
 The services began with solemn re- qniem mass and occupied more than two hours. President Roosevelt sent wreath of carnations and lilies of the. valley.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
LEGISLATURE IS
 AGAIN IN SESSION
COL. H. M. STREET IS ELECTED SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE AND L. PINK SMITH IS CHOSEN AS CLERK.

Jackson, Miss, January 7.-(Special}- The Mississippi legislature met today at noon and roll call showed nearly every member present.
 On the eighth ballot, J. L. Jones With drew and Col. H. M Street, one of the best known insurance adjusters in the state was elected speaker of the house, receiving 70 votes, and l.. Pink Smith of Greenville was made clerk. Colonel Street has served in this capacity twice before and is recognized as the best parliament tartan in the state. In the senate, John l. Hebron of Greenville was elected president pro tenn, Frank Robinson of Pontotoc. secretary Edgar Franklin, sergeant-at-arms Miss Anita Perkins Of Jackson, postmistress; H. J. Thornton and Turner Roberts, doorkeepers. Gov ernor Vardamans message, 20-column document, will be read to both houses at noon tomorrow
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
VISCOUNT AOKI
 LEAVES FOR JAPAN
AMBASSADOR AGAIN DECLARES THAT HE HAS NOT UTTERED ANYTHING WHICH IS UNFRIENDLY TO AMERICA.

San Francisco, January 7.-Viscount Aoli, Japanese ambassador to America who has been recalled from Washington, by his government, sailed for home at o'clock today on the Pacific mail liner Manchuria, accompanied by Viscountess Aoki and l. Iowage, secretary of the em- bassy.
 The retiring ambassador was closeted at the Fairmont hotel until shortly before sailing with Consul GeSeral Chose Kioke and Vice Consul Matsubara. Vice Con- sul Matsubara, it is said, has been ap- pointed consul at Seattle.
 viscount Aoki, upon his departure de- clined to make any statement other than to express appreciation of the cordial well come and greeting given him in San Francisco. It was learned that the am bassador just before leaving the Fair mont 1atly repudiated an interview con tained in a local paper Saturday morn ing and reaffirmed Sunday morning and declared, as he had already done to the Associated Press:
 T have not discussed or made any statement upon the immigration question or any other diplomatic matters since my departure from Washington, all reports to- the contrary notwithstanding.
 Vscount Aoki was quoted in the dis credited interview as saying that his gov ernment would, itself, restrict immigra- ton and that the passage of an ex>lu- sion law would be regarded as offensive to the dignity of Japan.
 Secret Service Officers J.. M Nye of New York, J. A. Somers ofSWashington, and H. B. Monnitt, of the local secret service office and several detectives from the local police department were in a'.- tendance upon the ambassador until the Manchuria sailed. Many Japanese and many local government officials were al the dock to see the viscount and his party 1 off.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
Heavy Guard For Property.

Nashville. Tenn, January 1.-The Amer ican Snuff company, known as part Of the alleged tobacco trust and one of the largest consumers of the dark tobacco raised in night rider districts of Ten nessee and Kentucky in view of the re- cent night riding outrages in the dark tobacco belt of the two states for sev- eral months have decided to guard it's property more closely at Clarksville, Tenn, and this morning eight men heavi- ly armed were sent from here to Clarks- vile for that purpose.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
Oakland Results.

Oakland, January 1.-The track today was heavy, though the weather was clear. Johnny Lyons and Miss Officious, the public choices in the Can Mateo handicap, had battle royal through the stretch but at the end Johnny won hand fly going away. John Nelson took the show. Burning Bush set the pace to the stretch where he gave it up.
 Summarizes:
 First race, six and one-half furlongs, selling-Silver Wedding, 119 (Miller), to i, won; Marvel P. 110 Hayes), 13 to B. second; Colonel Warwick, 123 (Leeds), 40 to 1, third. Time, 1:25 1-5.
 Second race, three furlongs, purse-On Parole, 104 (Scoville), 9 to 1. won; Hazel lett, 104 (Sandy). 8 to 1, second; Edward Ormond, 1O9 (Rice), 4 to 1, third. Time, :37 2-5.
 Third race, six furlongs, selling-Maran Casey, no CMiller). even, won; Heather Scott, 102 Hayes), to l. second; Mar garet Randolph, s5 O. Butler, to l, third. Time, 1:18 Is.
 Fourth race mile--San Malo handicap Johnny Lyons, 102 QIayes), 8 to 5, won; Miss Officious, 96 CKely), 13 to 5, second; Judge Nelson, 104 (Rice), to 1, third. Time, 1:44.
 Fifth race, mile and seventy yards, selling--Rosy Light, 102 (Sandy), 12 to i, won; Taunt, 101 (Pohanka), 13 to 5, sec ond; Maxtress, 107 (Gilbert, 60 to 1, third. Time. 1:52 1-5.
 Sixth race six furlongs, purse-Cloyne, no (Miller) even, won; Marian Louise, 100 (Fulton), 40 to l, second; Carmelne. 1o5 CHeatherington), 6 to i. third. Time, 1:18 1-5.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
THOUSANDS PAY
 TRIBUTE ID DEAD Memorial to Bennington Dead Unveiled At San Deigo GOODRICH MAKES ADDRESS Graves of Naval Crew, Who Were Killed By Explosion, Are Deco rated With Flowers Given
 By Children.
GOODRICH MAKES ADDRESS

San Diego, Cal, January 7.-In the presence of thousands, including the offi- cers and sailors of the Pacific squadron and citizens of San Diego. and other California cities, the memorial monu- ment to the Bennington dead was un- yelled this afternoon at the National cemetery at the top of Point Loma. The plain shaft stands within the plot in which is buried most of those who lost their lives in the disaster of July 21, 1905, and is composed of 74 slabs of San Diego county granite, roughly dressed, and many feet above the concrete base capped by a pyramid of polished granite. Two bat talons of sailors and one of marines had been assigned to join the local mi 1tia, the naval reserve and the two com panies of soldiers at Fort Rose to form a military escort from the fort to the cemetery. Besides these there were hun dreds of sailors from the ships who aid ed in the ceremonies. After the pro- cession had wound it's way up the side of the pointway and through the ceme- tery enclosure the public was admitted.
 Rt. Rev. Joseph H. Chanson, bishop of the southern diocese of the Episcopal church in California, invoked the divine blessing, and music was supplied by the choir of the Episcopal church.
 The principals speech was made by Ad- miral Goodrich, commandant at the navy yards, who was commander of the Pa cific squadron at the time of the acci- dent on the Bennington.
 When Admiral Goodrich finished the national ensign which had been draped over two tables on the face of the mon ument was lowered.
 The graves were then decorated with
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
GOVERNOR OFFERS REWARD.
Destroyers of Tobacco Barns Will Be
 Hunted By Officers.

Frankfort, Ky. January 7-Through Adjutant General Johnston, Governor Wilson was in telephone communication today with the officials in Bath and Fleming counties. where the night riders destroyed some tobacco barns last night.
 They told the adjutant general there was no danger of any further trouble and that no troops were needed
 Governor Wilson offered reward of $500 for each of the perpetrators and also for any information that would lead to a conviction.
 The reward offered today applies to Bath, Fleming, Bourbon and Mont6o nery counties.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
Montgomery BasketbaHI cam
 Plays the Y. W. C. 4. Friday

The Birmingham and Montgomery Young Mems Christian associations clash in a game of basketball in the formers gymnasium Friday night.
 The local Y. M. c. A. team is strong one, in spite of various defeats sustained this season. The members of the team have recovered from recent injuries, and are now in perfect trim. They are hard at work, and will be prepared to give the Montgomery bunch warm reception.
 Montgomery's team Is the strongest in the history of the Y. M. c. A. of that place. It defeated Vanderbilt, 34 to 15, and won from Illinois by score of 32 to 24. It's record for the season
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
Night Riders Denounced.

Indianapolis, January 7.-The board of directors of the National Society of Equity denouced the action of the Ken lucky night riders at it's session here today and authorized its president, c. M Barnett of Hartford, Ky. to offer a reward of s100 to any one who fur nish ed sufficient evidence against member in good standing that he has taken part in the lawlessness.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08

has been a splendid one. Some of the Montgomery players are among the best known of the south, notably Susong and Paterson the latter hav- ing been at one time captain of one of Auburn's star football teams.
 There is considerable enthusiasm over the game, and it is a certainty that there will be large attendance. There will be preliminary game between the Porter and Warren Gahan teams of the Commercial league. Sponsors will be announced later.
 The Montgomery team lines up as follows:
 Hall and Davis, forwards; Paterson, center; Hood and Susong, guards.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
Start On Speed Test.

Rockland, Me. January 1.-The armored cruiser North Carolina started away to- day to complete her official trials by "A hours endurance run. On the run she must maintain 119 revolutions per minute of her screws, which will give her the average of p knots an hour required by the contract of her construction.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
Cannot Hold Two Jobs.

Frankfort, Ky, January 7.-State Aud itor James today stated that one month ago he told Mr Barnett that he should either resign as president of the Society of Equity or give up the appointment as state fire marshal. Mir. Barnett will be here Thursday, presumably to announce his resignation as the Equity society president. If he fails to do so, said MT. James, he will have to give up the place of fire marshal.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
Fire Marshal VIII Not Accept.

Louisville, Ky, January "A report has reached here from Frankfort that State Auditor James has rescnded his appointment of c. M. Barnetlt as fire marshal of the state of Kentucky to succeed Col. Mott Ayers. The principal reason for the withdrawal, it is under stood is the fact that MT. Barnett is president of the American Society Of Equity, the organization of tobacco grow CTS The duties of fire marshal are the investigation of fires in all parts of the state. Auditor James has so far been uncommunicative as to whether or rsot he has withdrawn MT. Barnetts nomina- ton.
 In a conversation over the telephone today, Mir Barnett, who is in India napolis, said he had received no commit nication from the auditor of state but that he wished 1t understood that even
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
Society Members Not Guilty.

Indianapolis, Ind, January 7.-C M. Barnett of Hartford, Ky, president of the American Society of Equity, is in the city today for meeting with the execu- tive board He declared untrue the ire quent charge that the society was re- sponsible for the night riding that had terrorized some sections of Kentucky in months past and condemned the night riders themselves in strong language.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
Willie Hoppe Has Hiq Lead.

Philadelphia, January 7-Willie Hoppe secured big lead here today in the 2o1O- point 1S-2 billiard match with Albert G. Cutler of Boston. At the conclusion of the third game in the match Hoppe had total of 12OO points to Cutters 7sS. In the afternoon game Hoppe, whose pre- vious score was PAP, succeeded in making 55s points to complete his 800, while Cut Ter made but 257. Tonight Hoppe made his 400 points to Cutters Al.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
REIGN OF TERROR
 IN LITTLE TOWNS
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strangle entirely any personal feeling that may be endangered. 1 could not comprehend your promptness in reckon ing that l had violated any promise to you. I must emphatically deny this and have most credible witness.
 'The association will be very slow in any procedure which might possibly un- dermine the interests of the great state.
 The governors message to the legisla- ture tomorrow is awaited with intense in- tereSt.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
Los Angeles Entries.

Los Angeles, January 7.--Alleviator. held at 100 to 1 in the betting won the first race on the card at Sanita park today by eight lengths. Old Colony at 25 to l, finished second and George Swain at 40 to 1, third. Old Domeneck, the fa- vorite to second choice held the lead to the stretch where he weakened finishing sixth. Alleviator held a safe position throughout. Adelbert Belle, the favorite, finished tenth. Favorites had bad day, winning but two of the six events.
 Summaries:
 First race, six furlongs, purse-Allevia- tor, 107 (Boland), 100 to 1, won; Old Col ony, 100 (Goldstein), 25 to l, second; ; George Swain, 104 CHarty), 40 to 1, third Time. IS l-5.
 Second race, three furlongs, selling Ban Thel, 96 CMartin), to B. won; High Ormonde, 102 (Burns), 4 to 1, second; An nie Wells, 100 (Goldstein). 15 to l, third. Time, :35.
 Third race, seven furlongs, purse-Cres- ton, 109 (Burns), to l. won Rosegal, 109 (Dugan), 8 to 1, second; Key Hindoo, 107 (Schillng), 13 to 10, third. Time, 1:54 3-5.
 Fourth race. six furlongs, purse-Pa- cific Electric 101e (Schilling), ' to 5, won; Entranda, 104 (Burns), to 5, second; Antioche, 106 (Dugan), to l, third. Time. 1:15 3-5.
 Fifth race, mile and a quarter, selling Rip Rap, 104 Dugan), 4 to 1, won; Avon tellus, 109 co. Burns) g to 5, second; Big Bow, 106 (Schilling), 10 to l, third. Time, 2:06 4-5.
 Sixth race six furlongs-scarfell. 97 (McCarty), to 1, won; Lagoria 92 (E. Martini, to 5. second; Taylor George, S9 (Ross), to 2 third. Time. 1:12 1-5
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-01-08
FIaaman Killed By Train.

S. c. Henry, a fiagman employed by the Southern railway at the Twenty seventh street crossing, was killed by Louisville and Nashville engine yes- terday morning shortly after 2 o'clock. According to the reports received the unfortunate man stepped from the Southern track to allow a train to pass, and evidently without looking around stepped in front of the Louisville and Nash vile engine. The remains will be sent to Sevierville. Tenn, this morn ing by Shaw & Son for interment.
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though he were appointed fire marshal, he was not disposed to take up it's duties until Mir Ayers had finished the investi- gation now under way. In other words, he wanted MT. Ayers to finish his own work.
 The matter, it is thought here, may come up in the legislature at Frankfort today.