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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
Personal and General.

A party of Ensley's young people. chaperoned by MT. and Mrs. F. R. Thompson, spent the week end at Blount Springs. They returned today and report delightful time; those in the party were Misses Zaidee Rogers, Bessie Morrison, Agnes McDowell; Messrs. George Sex ton, c. H. Sloan, J. w. Davenport. Jim Norton, Rome Byrum and Claude Rogers.
 St. Anthony's cadets, the semi-miitary organization composed of the boys of the Catholic Sunday school, went into camp today at Village Falls. They will remain a week and anticipate a good time. Maj c. J. Herbert is in charge and will look after the boys welfare. They will con- duct the camp along military lines.
 The interior of the old office building of the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad company is being remodeled. The entire flooring is being torn out and new floor relaid The floor is being laid with white maple, and when finished will add much to the interior appearance of the building.
 Charley" the oldest horse in point of service in the Ensley fire department, died this morning from congestion. The horse was a most valuable one and thoroughly acquainted with the duties at the sta tion This is the third horse lost by the department whose name was Charley.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
News of Oakman.

Oakman, August 6.-(SpeciaI )-Mrs. Mary Cannon and children have re- turned home after spending several weeks with friends and relatives in South Alabama.
 Dr. F. A. Johnson arrived last night from Sheffield to visit his mother and brother.
 Dr. J. T. Knight has just returned from a business trip to South Alabama.
 Business is picking up every day in Oakman. The mines are all running full time with the exception of one small place which will resume work in few days.
 Cliff Dunn and wife are visiting the formers parents here.
 Mrs. Matte Scott of Georgia, who has been visiting her parents and friends, left for her home this morning.
 J, Fletcher Swindell is building a handsome residence on Main street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
Will Handle Passengers and
 Freight Traffic
SHORT BUT IMPORTANT T
Several Large SawmlIs in South Mis- sissippi Are Preparing To Re- sume Operations During the
 Next Few Weeks,
BY A. c. AYLESWORTH.

Hattiesburg, Miss, August 16-(Special) The Kaupp Lumber company, with plant and headquarters at Shubuta, Miss is making calculatio and estimates for the building of a railroad line that will con- meet it's present logging line with Laurel, Miss, a distance of about 10 miles. The desire of the company is to give it's lines a terminus so that it will be able to carry on passenger and freight traffic, but the effect will be to connect the Mo- bile and Ohio system in Alabama with the New Orleans and Northeastern, the Mobile, Jackson and Kansas City and the Gulf and Ship Island in Mississippi.
 The Kaupp lumber mills have a daily capacity of S5,O0O feet. and additional out Jets for that material are wanted. AL though this new traffic road would be short, it would tap an important lumber and agricultural belt, as it would run through Eucutta, Lightsey, Cleo and Shubuta
 In view of the proposed building of a line from Ovette, Miss, to New Orleans by the Mobile, Jackson and Kansas City company in short time, there is some reason to suspect that this cut off be- tween Laurel and the Mobile and Ohio may have a stragetic purpose in the in- terest of one of the big systems already established in this territory though there is yet no evidence to sustain this theory.
 Up to this time there has been absolute ly no resumption of operations by any of the sawmlls of this section, as the result of the slight improvement in the lumber prices and demand, but there Is reason to believe that several large mills that have been idle or partly idle during the sum- mer are now preparing to get into the business again.
 The Finkbine Lumber company at Wig gins, which has been operating only it's blaming mill during the summer, is having it's machinery put in condition in it's main sawmill, with view to starting up. The Ingram & Day company at Lyman, the largest plant between Hattiesburg and the coast, have given orders for the immedi- ate completion of their new mill in order that they may start cutting at once.
 The new mill of J. F. Wilder at E,pps, built since the fire of last spring, has just opened, and its operations will be extend ed as the business justifies. There is req son to believe that the J. J. Newman Lumber company will start construction of it's big plant at Hattiesburg right away, the plans having all been ap- proved and the ground cleared
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
WILL BE NO STRIKE
 OF TELEGRAPHERS

Washington, August 16-The terms of the agreement between the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway company and the officials of the Order of Railway Tel egraphers, representing the railroad companys force, of opinions in regard to the controversy over an interpretation of the 9-hour act were made public last night. The parties to the controversy agreed to all points at issue, and the probability of a strike has been averted. The agreement provides that for day and night forces in offices where two telegraphers are employed, nine hours of total service in a 12-hour period, com menced at or between the hours of 630 and 7:30 a. m. or p. m., shall constitute a days work, and that in no case shall the nine hours be separated into more than two periods Where there are three operators nine hours of total service in an 11-hour period shall constitute day. work but in no case shall the nine hours be separated into more than two periods. The salaries of all telegraphers at Chi cago and Topeka are increased to $T7 50. sSO and $S5 per month. The rate of pay for overtime for operators in offices under the Jurisdiction of the superintendent of telegraph is to be determined by a con- ference in Chicago.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
CHURCHILL SAYS
 WAR IS NOT FEARED

Swansea, August 16.-Winston Spencer Churchill, president of the board of trade, addressing a demonstration of miners here yesterday, deplored the wild Ian guage' of those persons who are en- deavoring to spread the belief that an Anglo German war is inevitable.
 The alarmists, he said, had no grounds whatever to spread panic. The only re- suit of a struggle between the two coun- tries would be disaster of the most ap- palling character.
 "We are told the colonies could be seized" MT. Churchill added, "but Can ada. Australia, South Africa and India are pursuing their own destinies, and these destinies will not be altered as the re- suit of any struggle between European powers.
 ''These two great peoples (meaning Ger many and Great Britain) have nothing to fight about no prize to fight for and no place to fight in.'
 MT. Churchill concluded by saying that he did not suppose there were 10000 per- sons in Germany 'who seriously contem- plate the hellish, wicked crime of attack ing Great Britain.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
White Man Commits Assault.

Summerville. Ga., August 16.-R. l.. Williams, white, owner of bottling works in this city, is under arrest charged with assault upon the nine-y year-old daughter of Mrs Hanson. The crime, it Is said, was committed while Williams was re- turning with the little girl from picnic yesterday afternoon Williams claims that he knows nothing of the affair. eX cept that he had been drinking. Antici- pating trouble, the sheriff took Williams to Rome for safe keeping.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
WASHINGTON, D. 0.
TENSION IS RELAXED ON
 MACEDONIAN QUESTION

among the great powers. The change in the European situation was begun before the meetings in Cronberg and Ischl, and these have confirmed it, and the general result is that the tension is relaxed"
 Referring to the naval problem between Great Britain and Germany this semi official correspondence adds:
 ''The improvement in German and Brit ish relations so much desired by the rul- CTS and their countries and majority of the two peoples must be the work of long and patient efforts toward an understand ing regarding the object of naval poli- cies on both sides. Hasty cries for dis armament only hinder the solution of diff ficult problems, but the viewpoint that the~ British and German navies have other things to do than to fight each other sooner or later, must prevail over the er- roneous views that a conflict between our two nations is unavoidable"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
FRAUD IN ELECTION,
Ballots Are Stolen In Manila and Used
 Illegally.

Manila, August 16.-The police have discovered that copies of the ballots used in the recent municipal election in this city were stolen prior to the election and used in an illegal manner at the polls. The extent of the fraud is unknown as yet, but 1t is thought the ballots were used chiefly to make certain of the manner in which the supporters of certain candidates voted
 It is expected the election will be contested, which will permit the open iLg of the boxes in order for an exam ination of the handwritings on the ba,- lots may be made. Many protest against the seating of Simeon Valla, elected alderman at this election, have been received by the governor. but no action has been taken in the matter yet.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
Fouuht Fish With an Ak,

Paw-Paw (Mich.) Cor. Chicago Tribune.
 Hon. Thomas McEvoy of Chicago to- day performed the unusual feat of catch ing big fish with an ax
 Mr. McEvoy was wading out to trim off some piles that form the foundation for the pier in front of his palatial sum- mer home. Friends on shore were sur prfsed to see him jump almost out of the water, and then swing his ax as. if he were attacking the winters wood sup ply.
 Five minutes later he waded ashore with a 32-pound red horse. . Mr. McEvoy said the fish tried to bite a. chunk out of his left leg. and he had to kill 1t in self-defense.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
TRYING TO CATCH
 SOUTH DAKOTA

Chicago, August 16.-National Chair man Charles R. Jones of the prohibi- tion party announced today that it had been decided to make vigorous fight for the South Dakota vote for Chain and Watkins, presidential and vice
 MT. Jones held a conference today with Quincy Lee Morrow, secretary of the South Dakota prohibition commit tee concerning the situation there Plans were made to have both candi- dates make a number of addresses in the state during October.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
Harrison Hall

Berlin, August 16.-South German cor respondence which is had here and usu- ally is inspired by Prince von Buelow, the imperial chancellor, dealing with the re- cent meeting between King Edward and Emperors William and Francis Joseph, says:
 ."The meetings between the sovereigns in Cronberg and Ischl will not bring about new groupings of the powers. On to contrary the tendency seems to be against the formation of definite group ings. This tendency does not mean that present ententes will be affected, but that there is likelihood that Anglo-Rus- sian action in Macedonia in connection with the reform plan at present will be passed to the background.
 ''The recognition of the integrity of the Turkish empire, which has been Ger many's desire, has now become an axiom
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
AMERICAN FLEET
 WEARS AUSTRALIA

Auckland. N. E., August 16.-The American battleship fleet which started for Sydney on Saturday morning passed Cape Maria Van Diemen, the northwest extreme of the north island, at 4:45 this morning. Light winds prevailed and the weather was clear and fine.
 It was reported here that during the stay of the fleet at this port, two negro firemen quarreled aboard one of the battleships and one slashed the other with a razor, resulting in the mans death It is also reported that the fire man who did the killing will be taken to the United States for trial.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
WAL TON HOUSE IS
 BURNED AT ENSLEY
Certain Circumstances Point to
 lncendiary Origin
STATUS OF CITY POLITICS
Ensley Young People Return From slount Sprines-St. Anthony's Cadets Go Into camp-Per-
 sonal and General.

Ensley, August 16.-(SpecialD = The dwelling house of W. B. Walton, a guard employed by the Tennessee Coal, Iron ana Railroad company, was completely uestroyed by fire this evening about 9 o'clock. The home was located at the end or the Tuxedo car line, near MT Nagle's place, and contained five rooms. MT. Walton and family were at church when the fire was discovered by neighbors, who turned in the alarm and notified MT Wal ton. In the meantime willing hands sue ceeded in removing the greater portion of the furniture. The volunteer company of the Fifth ward made a quick run, but was unable to reach the fire with the available hose, the house being quite a distance from the nearest fire plug The department from Ensley responded quick ly, but the fire had too much headway when they arrived on the scene to save the structure, which was totally de- stroyed
 The origin of the fire is shrouded in mystery. Some of the near neighbors say they heard an explosion a short time before the fire was discovered, and the fact that Walton was employed in the ca paeity of guard and was a participant in the shooting affray at Blossburg in the early part of the strike, lends color to the theory that the fire may have been of 1ncendiary origin. However, there was no clue on which to base this theory except the statement made by those living near by that an explosion occurred a short time before the fire was discovered. Wal ton owned the property and has been living on the place for two years. He was formerly a member of the Ensley police force. It was stated the house was fully insured
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
Funeral Largely Attended

The funeral procession that went with the remains of John VanCleve to their last resting place in Cedar Hill ceme- etry was the longest seen at any recent funeral. The VanCleve family is one of the oldest in this section of the county, it having been said that the father of the tered in Cedar Hill cemetery. The floral tributes were numerous, many of them being of handsome design. Though MT. VanCleve's illness extended through lcng period and his death was not unex- pected, the blow to loving mother, wife and daughter is none the less severe. and the amount of sympathy extended to them by wide circle of friends was manifest ed this afternoon by the number that at- tended the funeral
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
MT. LincoIn's Brevity.
rom the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

From the St. Louis Post-Dispatch,
 A historian recalls the fact that in MT. Lincoln's speech to the notification com mittee at Springfield there were 139 words and in his formal letter of acceptance there were 134 words In his speech Of acceptance to the committee in wash- ington in 1862 there were 196 words, and in his letter of acceptance there are 200 words
 But let us remember that there vera no typewriters in those days, and such a thing as a photograph had not been dreamed of. Incidentally, 1t might be said that there are no Lincolns in these days.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17

upon, and there is no question of finances to embarrass the enterprise. But the company has not seen fit to invest in a sawmill at a time when there was no de- mand for lumber and when the manufac- turing of lumber was a losing investment. However the company owns many thou sands of acres of timber land in this territory, and this must be cut and mar keted and so the building of the mill is a certainty at some time in the future, and there is no longer any doubt that Hatties- burg will be the site of the plant.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
Dupuy Meeting Tonight.

All the arrangements are completed for the mass meeting to be held Monday night at the Ensley opera house in the in- terest of the anti-administration forces, headed by James A. Dupuy. The friends of the candidates have been very busy and a large crowd is anticipated. In ad- dition to the candidates, each of whom will address the meeting and define his policies, several able speakers will ad- dress the gathering. It is stated a plat form will be adopted at this meeting, and other important business transacted in connection with the campaign.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
BESSEMER WEEDS
 ARE STILL UNCUT
FUNERAL OF JOHN VAN CLEVE IS LARGEST SEEN IN BESSEMER FOR A LONG TlME-OTHER DEATHS RECORDED.

Bessemer August 16-(Special )-Despite the fact that Mayor Rush issued a proc lamation ordering all property-owners to cut weeds, little attention has been paid to it, and weeds are allowed to grow thicker and taller in every ward in the town. The mayor will probably go after the property-owners very shortly and en- force the ordinance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
Negro Dropped Dead.

Jeanna Mitchell died suddenly of heart failure yesterday afternoon at Sloss. The remains were taken in charge by Kennedy Bros, and will be shipped to Epps, where his relatives reside, Monday morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
Death of Mrs. Susie Johnson.

Mrs. Susie Johnson died yesterday after noon at o'clock at her home in Fossil. She is survived by a husband and two children. Funeral will be from the family residence Monday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock interment to take place at Mount Olive cemetery, Kennedy Bros. in charge.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
Funeral of Mrs. Pearl Evans.

The funeral of Mrs. Pearl Evans, wife of Claude Evans, who died yesterday afternoon at Robinson's .infrmary, will take place Monday morning at 9:3O at Walnut Grove church, interment to be in Walnut Grove cemetery, Jacobs & Son in charge.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
Civic Club To Meet.

There will be an important meeting of the Civic Improvement club Monday afternoon at o'clock in the City park. A full attendance is urged as matters will come up that every member should be deeply interested in.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
Stewart Leaves for Kansas City.

MT. W. R. Stewart. one of Ensley's lead ing real estate dealers, and manager of Mayor D. F. sugg's campaign for re- election, left last night for Kansas City, accompanied by Mrs. Stewart. They will return in 10 days with their children who have been at that point for two weeks with their grandparents. Before leaving, in speaking of the approaching election, MT Stewart said: "The election of MT. Sugg for a second term as mayor is an assured fact What opposition there was to him and his administration has almost disappeared except at one point, and there the people are learning the true facts. MT. Sugg will carry every ward in the city, four of them overwhelmingly and every candidate for alderman on his tick ct will win. The people of Ensley can al ways be depended upon to do the right thing at the right time, and they know a good thing when they see it."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
N.oro porters Taken of.

Chicago, August 16.-The Illinois rail road today took all its negro porters off trains running through Springfield and discouraged all negro travellers from go- ing to or through the capital.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
DTS. DOZIER & DOZIER
 SPECIALISTS

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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17
ENDORSEMENT OF THE PRESS

The Birmingham News; This nrm (Drs. Dozier & Doziar) has been dolns business in Birmingham contihuously for a number of years and they nave yet to be accused of having dealt uh- fairly with patient in any way what soever. They are both gentlemen or the highest type and carry their honor ana gentlemanliness into their business.
 Age-Herald: Drs. Dozier & Dozier's long standing record and approved abilities entitle them to the proud dis tinction of standing at the head of their profession.
 The Birmingham Ledger: Drs Dozier & Dozier are without doubt the best known specialists in the South and their fame is due entirely to their great skill.
 The Southern Odd Fellow: We can not add anything to the reputation Drs. Dozier & Dozier have already acquired
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17

Consign your Horses and Mules to our Auction Sale, Tuesday, August 18. Fies Q Sons.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17

In view of the rapid improvement of the lumber market conditions it is confi- dently expected that the J. J. Newman Lumber company will soon commence on the erection of their new mill in this city to replace the plant that was burned out last spring. The company has its plans for the mill all drawn up and agreed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17

III the line or tnelr profeSslon, put We know them to be brother Odd Fellows and can be relied upon to carry out every promise they make to those needing their services.
 Mountain Home: The press of Bir- mingham and all over Alabama speak in the highest terms of Drs. Dozier & Dozier, as physicians. surgeons and gentlemen, and we have no hesitancy in recommending them to our patrons
 Meridian Star: Drs. Dozier & Dozier of Birmingham are the most worthy and distinguished physicians in their line of practice in the state of Alabama
 Masonic Guide: Drs. Dozier & Dozier come from a family of prominent phy- sicians and with their large experience in the profession can be relied on to treat disease in most successful man. ner.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-17

The concensus of information gathered from the many sawmill men who attended the meeting of the Mississippi Pine asso- citation in this city this week was that not only has the market for lumber im- proved, during the past few weeks to such an extent as to almost place the business on profitable basis, but much busi- ness has been placed that it is no longer easy to buy what is wanted among the mills of this territory.
 This difficulty in placing orders Is not the result of any extraordinary amount of business offering, but is the result of the fact that only few mills are operating, the increase in prices has not been suffi- cient to justify the idle mills in resuming, and the mills that are operating having before them the prospect of still better future contracts for delivery at the pres ent range of prices.
 The millmen are all keeping their eyes steadily fixed on the railroad situation, as they realize that the business which will set their saws to turning is to come from the roads. They profess to be op- tmistic on the railroad outlook, for though the season is now passed when ordinarily the roads are making their re- pairs and purchasing their additional roll ing stock, the belief is entertained that as soon as the crop movement gets under headway and the railroads get into pos sesion of some hard cash they will begin to buy lumber