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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
HEAR EVIDENCE
 IN FREDDY CASE
THREE NEGROES ARE BEING DE- N TANNED AND FACTS ABOUT
 KILLING WILL BE BROUGHT
 OUT AT HEARING TOMORROW.

The coroner's jury in the case of Reuben Freddy, who was fatally stabbed several days ago and who died Tuesday morning, will sit tomorrow morning to investigate the murder of the young man.
 Detectives are busy in the work of securing evidence in the case and they believe that they have reached the proper solution of what was at first a complete mystery.
 It is understood that Freddy had a fight with negro man and woman in Third alley near Seventeenth street on Monday night and it is believed that the wounds received in this fight were the cause of his death. Three negroes are being detained on charges of mur- der in connection with the case, al- though what evidence there is against them, if any, cannot be ascertained.
 It is now believed that the whole case will be cleared up in the investi- gation which will be held tomorrow morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
MAYOR OPPOSED TO
 PROPOSED BOARD

Would board of public works serve the city to advantage. Advocates of government by commission. asked that question yesterday, answered emphatically in the negative.
 A board of public works is provided for in the municipal code. It may be brought about by submitting the question to the people, and there is no need of an act of the legislature in providing for the cleo ton In case the people decided in favor of having a board of public works there would be another election for it's members.
 With a board of public works the City Council would do the financing and legis- lation, while the new board would have charge of the operating of the several de- partments.
 Mayor Ward does not approve of the idea 'It would make the governing body more unwieldly than it is at the present time," said he. "We have police com mission and a Board of Education With a board of public works the situation would become still more entangled'
 It was pointed out that the idea Of government by commission is to central ize the power rather than scatter it promiscuousy throughout several bodies.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
ADJUSTMENTS.
Morrison,s HEaIst J,

That Goethe's Faust is the greatest which is to say the most nearly diabolical satire ever written, almost every one is willing to acknowledge. Not that almost every one knows anything about it, but it is the fashion, and for once for a wonder fashion agrees with fact. An epi- demic of plays dealing with the devil has suddenly become the vogue and good old "Mephisto'' is evidently smiling the familiar smirk of exultation as he sees the whole play-going public going to the oevil"
 Morrisons Faust will be presented at the Jefferson theatre tonight and tomor- row matinee and night.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
PETERSEN FAVORS
 PURCHASING AGENT
THINKS IT IMPROPER FOR AUDIT OR TO FILL THIS PLACE AND THEN CHECK UP HIS OWN AC- COUNTS.

The election and installation of a city purchasing agent is advocated by c. s. Petersen, city auditor, who now in ad- dition to doing the buying for the city Is compelled to audit his own accounts.
 MT. Petersen believes that a city pur chasing agent is necessary on account of the yearly increase in the work of the city auditor. and also on account of the fact that the man who buys should not be the man who checks up the buyer.
 It. has been reported for some time that the council will elect a purchasing agent for the city. The report has been current, too, that M M Stewart, the member of the city democratic executive commit tee, who led the fight for A. A. Gambill the place.
 'The city needs purchasing agent" said Mir Petersen yesterday. "A good man, whose integrity is above reproach should be chosen. The purchasing agent for a city as large as Birmingham has very important duties. The man selected, in addition to being an individual of worth. should be one of experience in the matter of buying. He should also be paid a salary fitting the position.
 "The existence of a purchasing agent would put tho city on a fine business basis. As it is now, do the buying for the city and checking up of the ac- counts. Were there a purchasing agent he would do the buying and the auditing department would do the checking up'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
American Trust and Savings Bank
NEGROES JOIN IN
 THE PLAGUE FIGHT

One of the most progressive, as well as one of the most interesting steps in the campaign against tuberculosis, which is being at present waged with especial vigor throughout the south, is the negro con- gress on tuberculosis, which will be held at Tuskegee from December IA to 19. The meeting, which is being held under the joint auspices of the Tuskegee institute of which Booker T. Washington is the head, and the National Association for the Study an1 Prevention of Tuberculosis will be attended by representative colored men and women from all over the United States. The object of the congress is to discuss means for checking the enormous mortality from consumption among the negroes.
 In connection with the congress an ex- hibition showing the ravages of tuber culosis, and the methods for treating and preventing it, will be held Among the striking features which will be demon- strated by the exhibit will be the fact that the mortality from tuberculosis is 15o per cent higher in the coored population of the country than in the white.
 The week of December 13 has been set apart in almost all of the colored com munities in the south, and in many in the north. as "health week" All colored re- ligous, educational, civic and social bodies, will unite at that time to spread the gospel of health, particularly as re- lating to tuberculosis, among the ne- groes
 Coincidspt with this meeting in Tus- kegee is a determined effort on the part of the white population of the south to stamp out tuberculosis. Preparations are Icing made in Florida for "90-day cam paign," to commence immediately after Christmas, which is expected to reach every man, woman and child in the state with the message that consumption can be cured and that it should be prevented Immediately after the campaign in Flor ida systematized attack will be com Inenced on the disease in Georgia. In Tennessee the warfare against tubercu- losis has become in many counties po- litical issue, and plans for drastic lesis- lation affecting this disease are being pre- pared. The three departments of health. agriculture and education have united for the fight on the white plague Health days and weeks are being observed throughout the south for the purpose of frstructing the school children about tu- berculosis.
 The national association, under whose direction the entire campaign is being carried out, predicts that thousands of lives and millions of dollars will be saved by the efforts now being made.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
THOMPSON SURE IF
 HUNDLEY VICTORY
Says Everything Is Arranged
 for Confirmation
RETURNS FROM THE EAST
Thinks President Cannot Be Given Too Much Credit For Arranging Con seVation Meetlngs-Attend-
 ed New York Banquet.

Joseph .. Thompson, Alabamas inter mai revenue collector and referee for the President, returned to Birmingham ves- tefday after a few days visit to New xork and Washington He. with Judge Hundley, attended the banquet of inc North Carolina society in New York. and then went to Washington, where Judge Eundley remained.
 I have not the least doubt" said Mr Thompson, but that Judge Hundley,s appointment will be confirmed inst as soon as Congress can get to the matter There is not the last shadow of doubt as to HIS being confirmed A large num- hei of senators who were bitterly opposed to action last time are heartily in favor and everything has been arranged It will so through ut the earliest possible con- venient moment"
 MT. Thompson reports that the banouet O. the Carolina society was one of ina most elaborate he ever attended. and some of the most renowned sneakers of the day made talks
 attended the meeting for the conser Vation of resources in Washington tbe other day, which was presided over bv one president, while the other made a speech" he said. T think that too much credit cannot be given President Roose- Welt for his action in bringing these con Ventions or men together to arouse inter- est in public as well as civic improve ment. Such thing as organizing the governors and many another unioue proposition had never been thought of by any other executive. Undoubtedly these big meetings have caused great good. and they are but samples of the work done by che or the most original, active, energetic, able Presidents the country ever had. I believe that President Roosevelt is even more popular than ever and has more friends in the south'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
ANOTHER CAMPAIGN IS
 BEGUN ON THE MASTERS

The plans and practices of the Bir- mingham rounders and mashers have been terribly upset within the past few days. in consequence of which the street corners on which they are ac- customed to hang out had quite an appearance of baroness last night.
 Police Officer Carroll, who works the Second avenue beat from S:30 o'clock until 11:30 o'clock at night, has fairly revolutionlzed matters along the rialto, and the faces once so familiar at well known corners arc now missing.
 Several days ago Chief Bodeker re- ceived another complaint from a lady of remarks which one of the mashers had made while she was passing. Ac- cordingly the chief instructed Officer
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Reduced Pullman Rates.

The announcement was made yesterday that Birmingham, beginning January l, 1909, would enjoy the reduced Pullman car service rates that are in force in ether states and sections of the country. By the new ruling a sleeper for 150 miles will cost only $1.5O as against $2 at the present time However, the rate for seats on Pullman cars will result in a slight in- crease. The new rate will be half a cent per mile instead of by systems, as the present time.
 This agreement with the Pullman com pany was made by the Alabama railroad commission, and as a result, Birmingham will receive rates as good as are of fered in any other section of the coun- fry
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Deadly Open Crate Claims
 Li11le Girl As HS Victim

The deadly open grate claimed the life. of another tender victim at North Birmingham yesterday morning. Elenor Noble, the little S-year-old daughter of W. T. Noble, a dispatcher for the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company, is dead as the result of ter rible burns received during the morn ing.
 From the information ascertained yesterday afternoon it seems that the little girl was alone in one of the rooms at the Noble residence, 26O9
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
To Give Extra Performance.

So great has been the demand for seats at the Around the Clock" show at the Gayety this week that Manager Hiss has decided to put on a regular Saturday night performance, date that has been previously discontinued owing to a change in train schedules. A special train will be run to New Orleans at midnight Sat urday night to transport the show. The regular entertainment will be given.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Personal Mention.

agent of the Alabama Great Southern, and one of the most popular railroad men. with headquarters in Birmingham, was taken suddenly i'll yesterday afternoon, and was removed to his residence on Twelfth avenue, south.
 B. E. flanagan, chief of the southwest ern exchange bureau, was in Birmingham yesterday.
 G. F. McGregor, freight claim agent of the Frisco, was a visitor to the city yes terday.
 w. L. Evans travelling passenger agent of the Frisco with headquarters in Mem phis, was in Birmingham yesterday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Southern Special Agents Meet.

Yesterday afternoon, in the office Of Special Agent w. w. Morrison of the Southern, which is at First avenue and Twenty second street. there was. meet ing of the special agents of the Southern, the purpose being the betterment or the detective force of that railroad. The agents gathered in Birmingham were all those working in the western division or the road. The meeting was presided over by Chief Special Agent J. W. Connolly,
 and among those who attended were S..
 W. Burke of Atlanta, E. J. Reardon of Anniston, J. W. Dwyer of Macon, &. A. Ellis of Sheffield and K. Shelton Of Memphis
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
TOML|NSON DENIES
 RUMORS ABOUT CLUBS

''The report sent out from Washington of a proposed meeting for the alleged purpose of preserving the organization of democratic clubs of the recent presi- dential campaign does not emanate from the democratic national committee is the statement given out today by Col John w. Tomlinson, chairman of the sub committee on organization of that com mittee which he says has the record of all clubs organized during the campaign in the various states and will begin this work in due time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
WILL SPEND TWO WEEKS
 INVES7IGA7 TING ROADS

each overseer will be made responsible for the roads of his district. Every spare moment between rains will be used for filling up holes, digging out ditches and keeping every road in such condition as will prevent wagons from tearing them to pieces This plan is being heartily in- dorsed.
 In the meantime, between this and the first, a county road engineer is to be pro- vided The board is said to be tired of hiring an engineer by the day and wants d salaried man, whom they can use at all times This is also under consider aticn
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11

Carroll to attend to the matter. and told him he would hold him responsi- ble for further complaint
 Officer Carroll carried out the in structions and results are very noticea- ble. Mir. Carroll, who Is generally re- garded as one of the most popular men on the force, has gone about the mat ter in a very pleasant but business like manner and has been generally commended.
 Certain corners in the city have, on account of the mashers. for some time been d source of dread to ladies who have to pass them. Several times eff forts have been made to keep the cor ners clear of the objectionable indi- viduaIs and Officer Carroll has set to work to correct the evil.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
DAYS RECORD IN
 COUNTY COURTS

J. R. Hawkins, a former car inspector, was awarded $5OOO damages yesterday morning by the jury which heard the case of Hawkins vs Southern Railway com pany. The plaintiff sued for damages for personal injuries, claiming that he was struck in the head and badly hurt by fendant company. The case was tried before Judge Lane in the circuit court The case of B. F. Pool Investment com pany vs. Sloss- Sheffield Steel and Iron company is on trial before Judge Lane.
 In Judge Colemans division of the cir cult court the jury in the case of Julia Andrews vs. Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company returned verdict for the defendant. A judgment for s26o 10 was rendered for the plaintiff in the case of George c. Whatley vs. H. w. Eggler and Nose Levy.
 In thea first division of the city court the case of L. w. Phillips vs Caldwell Bradshaw, a suit for damages for slan- der, is on trial
 In the second division of the city court the case of Sallie A. Graves vs. Isaac Townes, ct al, Is on trial The case has been pending before Judge Sharpe for two days and is being tried for the recovery of damages for alleged trespass and assault and battery. The parties to the suit are of considerable prominence in North Birmingham and the case Is o++raot; ro,,cb attention
 The case of J. F. Pennington vs. South crn Railway company is on trial before Judge Ferguson in the third division of the city court. In the case of Eugene F. Dewitt vs Western Union Telegraph company the jury awarded the plaintifr $25 damages.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Heart Trouble from Childhood

T suffered with my heart from girlhood; could not sleep on left side Eleven bottles of Dr. Miles Heart Remedy removed all these troubles, and brought complete re- covery." MRS. H. C. CRUISE,
 San Francisco, Calif. The life of the body is the blood. It runs on and on, carrying nourish- ment and gathering up impurities as long as life lasts-the heart makes it go. When the heart is weak it cannot do this, and dizzy spells, pal pitation, short breath, indicate that it is doing it's work imperfectly.
 Dr. Miles Heart Remedy strengthens the heart nerves and muscles, and restores normal action to the heart
 The first bottle will benefit; If not, your druggist will return your money.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Will Carry No Loaded Guns.

Superintendent w. R. Hudson of the Southern has issued an order to con ductors that no passenger bearing load ed or breeched gun shall be permitted on the cars of the Southern, This order goes into effect at once, and has special bearing upon the hunters who are, at the present. time, doing such extensive traV- cling. Hereafter, while riding on the Southern, all guns must be unloaded and unbreached The conductors are given authority to eject any person persisting in riding with guns loaded and breecheo.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
At the Gavetv.

The local amateur wrestling match last night at the Gayety proved entertaining. Around the Clock continues to delight large audiences. Billie Ritchie furnishes enough fun for a dozen shows. Tonight will be amateur and chorus girls night, a regular feature. Edgar Strauss fare well performance takes place. Greco and Arthur, jugglers; Cassels brothers, aero bats Master Schwantes, aerial artist, and Fred Wells, baritone singer, will also be seen. in addition to specialties put on by the girls in the chorus.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Fire on First Avenue.

About o'clock last night fire broke out in the establishment of the Misit Clothing Go. on First avenue, between Nineteenth and Twentieth streets, result ing in a very small damage to the build ing and stock. The fire was discovered immediately after it started and by the quick response of the fire department heavy loss was prevented. The origin of the blaze Is not known.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11

Thirty fourth avenue. and that in play ing around before the fire she got too close to the blaze and her clothing caught fire.
 Before the ehild's mother could put the flames out the little girl was very badly burned and she died yesterday afternoon shortly after } o'clock.
 The funeral services over the remains will be conducted from the family res idence this afternoon at o'clock. The interment will be made in Oak Hill cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
Mrs. I. M. Stapleton.

Mrs. T. M. Stapleton died yesterday morning at o'clock at St. Vincent's hospital. The funeral services over the remains will be conducted from the Second Presbyterian church this morn ing at 10 o'clock. the Rev. U. D. Mooney, pastor, officiating The fol- lowing will act as pall-bearers: Active, w. D. Colby. H. s. Orr, W. J. Brown, w. S. Going, c. O. Simpson, H. S. Co., ing, o. w. Gladden.; honorary, E. H. Sholl, w. G. Howard. Job Going, A. S.. Smith, M R. McNeil and S. D. Murphy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Marriage Licenses Issued.

Marriage licenses were issued from the office of the probate court yesterday as follows
 Fred B. Greenhill of Russellville to Miss Grace Jones.
 Dave Farley of Republic to Miss Alma Lemney.
 Robert A. Dawson of Birmingham 10 Miss Carrie L. Cobbs.
 John w. Streit of Birmingham to Miss Annie Bowen Chisolm
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
At the Biiou.

Thurston. the magician, continues to draw well-fille3 houses at the Bijou the atre, where his engagement is a notable event. The performance given by Thurs ton Is revelation and he has a com pany that is also talented. Paul Kleist glves a pantcmime that is highly enter taining, and there is also a genuine Indian falxir who does some clever tricks. There will be performance tonight. Next week the Bijou will offer 'At Cripple Creek, one of the best-known melo- dramas on the road.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Matte Kathleen Buxton.

Hattie Kathleen Buxton died yester- day afternoon at 422 Cotton avenue, West End, the residence of her parents, MT. and Mrs. John Buxton. The fun eral services will be conducted from the residence this afternoon at 3 o'clock. The interment will be made in Elmwood cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11

Frown-Marx building, but the discus sion, according to. G. B. McCormack, chairman, did not touch upon the matter of formally opening the station. After the meeting MT. Mccormack stated that simply routine matters were discussed.
 In the railroad circles the belief is com mon now that the formal opening of the station will not occur as early as was contemplated Instead of January It is now believed that the station will be completed and presented to the public not before the end of February or first Of March.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11

The Board of Revenue yesterday de- cideCl to take the next two weeks for in vestigation of the road situation in Jeff ferson county. They will spend as much of this time as possible among the over seers in the various precincts. While they have no definite plans, 1t is expected that after Christmas they will get right down to hard road work.
 The plan now is to make January the "protection" month Every man in the employ of the county will d,lrng that month, be put to work doing nothing but repairing and maintaining the roads. All construction work will be dropped and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
THE WEATHER.

Washington, December 10.-Weather forecast: Alabama and Mssissippi: Showers Friday; Saturday partly cloudy snd cooler; moderate south winds becom- ing variable.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
E. T. Shaw & Son. undsrtakers.
Green Undertaking Co.
 FOR SALE, AUTO Insurance-Fire and liability. MOORE & REYNOLDS.

FOR SALE My residence, 22O8 Fourteenth Avenue, s. Eugene Fies, Third Avenue and 18th Street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Weather report for M hours ending D.
CITY ITEMS.

Commercial Club TOday.-The Com mercial club will hold an important meeting this afternoon at 4 o'clock. As reports of the water, the commodity, the railroad and the location of new industries committees will all be made, every member is urged to attend. The work on the foundations of the Cham Der of Commerce building is progress ing, and the building committee will no doubt have an encouraging report to make.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11

still on Hayes Case.-The federal court, with Judge Jones presiding, is still occupied with the Hayes case. Yesterday afternoon the judge heard the last argument by the petitioning side which sought an injunction In ehaneery, but no decision was given out. This is expected this morning, after which, at 9:30 o'clock, the case of T. l. Prickett vs. Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad company will be taken up.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11

WE could enumerate several reasons why ss This Bank should have your account But they are all summed up in ability to handle your business properly and desire and purpose increase your success in every way at command.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Indorse Montgomery.-The East Lake

Indorse Montgomery.-The East Lake council at its meeting Wednesday night indorsed Judge J. H. Montgomery for postmaster of Birmingham. Judge Montgomery for formerly an alderman of East Lake, and was greatly instru- mental in building up the school sys- tenn of that city. Due to his many other civic actions while a resident of the town, they decided to express their regard and petition the President to appoint him to the office.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Routine Session of Terminal co.

The stockholders of the Birmingham Terminal company met yesterday in the