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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
LODGES CALLED.
Will Be Asked to Assist In Conducting
 Tuberculosis Campaign.

request has been sent to all of the lodges and fraternal orders in the city and district by Ra bbi Morris Newfield to meet at the Masonic Temple this afternoon at o'clock for the purpose of discussing ways and means for car rying on the tuberculosis campaign. The request reads as follows ITO all of the lodges and fraternal organizations of Jefferson county and Greater Birmingham.
 AS chairman of the committee of lodges and fraternal organizations ap- pointed by the American Tuberculosis exhibition, I beg to request all presid ing officers of lodges and fraternal or- ganizations to meet with the und ar- signed, Rabbi Morris Newfeld, at the Masonic Temple in Birmingham, Satur- day, May 23. at p. m., for the pur- pose of considering the attitude of the various lodges and fraternal organiza- tions with reference to the tuberculosis exhibition now in the city of Birming- ham.
 T respectfully urge all presiding of- ficers to attend this meeting, or to send delegates in their place, as this movement is of prime importance to the workers of all benevolent organi- zations.
 q also wish to assure all that no financial considerations or commercial purposes enter into this movement.
 RABBI MORRIS NEWFIELD,
 "Chairman"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
Board of Education Meeting.

The Board of Education held one of ing at the city hall Those present were MT. Lewis. Dr. McTyelre and MT. Rush. The meeting was not an official one and the gentlemen met for the purpose of schools. It was stated at the meeting there was nothing special to give out.
 The board looked over the expense ac- count. and 1t was found that the city since the month of September s13.149. 76, and from the city of Bessemer s705 .25. this latter amount being the money collected by Superintendent Dill from the pupils. it is not believed there will be any more money coming in from the state this year.
 The salary account will amount to about s170s3 for the term, and 1t will be seen from the above that the city will have to dig up some money with which to help pay. It has been noted by several people that the city of Bes- semer has not always received from the county the amount of money. that it should be entitled to- still all the money that has been received by the city from the state and county for school purposes has been made tc go long way, and it is believed the present board will do everything possible to hold the expenses down just as low as possible.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
Church Services.

First Methodist-Avenue G and Twen- tieth street, the Rev. B. B. Glasgow pastor. Services at Il a. m. and 7:9O D. m. Sunday sch ool, 9:45 a. m., J. b. Winning, superintendent.
 First resbyterian-Avenue G and Nineteenth street the Rev. H. c. Keg- ley, pastor. Services at Il a. m. and 7:3O D. m. Sunday school at 9:45 a. b., J. A. Simpson, superintedent.
 Presbyterian, U. S. Northumberland Presbyterian)- n)-Avenue I and Eigh- teenth street the Rev. l.. A. Reagor pastor Services at Il a. m. and 7:3O D. m Sunday school at 9:45 a. m., R w Russell, superintendent Prayer meeting Wednesday evening.
 First Baptist-Avenue G and Eigh- teenth street, the Rev. o. P. Bently pastor Services at Il a. m. and 7:3O D. m. Sunday school at s;45 a. m., J. S. Falkner, superintendent.
 St. Anthonys church (Cath olic)-- Avenue H and Twenty first street, the Rev. Father F. c. Doyle, rector; the Rev. Father Paul Klech, assistant First mass at 8 a. m., second mass and sermon, 10:30 a. m. Sunday school, D. m. Evening services, 7:30 o'clock
 Christian church-Avenue F and Twenty-first street, the Rev. P. H. Duncan, pastor. Services at II a. n. and 7:30 D. m. Sunday school at 9:45.
 St. Johns church-Sixteenth street and Avenue P, the Rev. A. Crawford, Ph. D., rector May "A (ffth Sunday after Easter), 7:30 a. m. holy commun- ion; 9:45 a. m., Sunday school, H. w. Wallace, superintendent; Il a. m., morning prayed and sermon; D. m. evening prayer and sermon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
Commercial TraUelers
 Take the Cify by Storm Parades Tayho Rides Initiation Grand Ball and Election of Officers Make Busy Day-Visitors Will Go to Steel
 Plant and Later Enjoy Barbecue Today

The Travellers captured Birmingham yesterday. From a. m. until midnight they held the boards with executive meet ings, tally-ho rides, election of officers, the grand parade, initiation of members, and grand ball to finish the night
 w. T. Atkins was elected grand eoun- cilor MT. Atkins comes from Selma, and has been acting as head of the order in the state for some time. J. c. Jones of Huntsville becomes grand junior coun- cilor, Gaynor St. John Turner of Mo- bile past grand councillor, F. H. Lyons of Mobile conductor, R. J. Miles of Ope- lika page, R. M, Plaisance of Birmingham sentinel. A M Wallace and A. w. Smith members of grand executive committee, A. A. Baker of Selma chaplain, c. Holt Smith of Montgomery grand secretary and 5 A Young of Montgomery grand treas urer
 Huntsville was chosen as the next place of meeting, feature of the afternoon session was the telegrams which poured in from Florence, but Huntsville present. ed its claims so conclusively that the latter town won out
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
EXPECT SMOKE OF
 ROD MILL SOON EnSIey Pleased At Prospect of Messengers Election N SERVICES AT CHURCHES Circus Day Draws Big Crowds to the Steel City-Work of Humane So-
 ciety-Personal and Gen.
 era News of City.
SERVICES AT CHURCHES

Ensley. May 22.-(Special) )-The plan of reorganizing the Southern Steel company has been highly successful and it is au- thoritatively stated that the recognizing committee will meet about June 10 and appoint a board of directors. The diree tors will elect off&ers, and the indications point to the election of MT. N. H. Has, senger as president and general manager The selection of MT. Hassenger will cause general satisfaction, as it is believed he is able and competent from his knowledge of the affairs of the Southern Steel eom- pany to place the company on a success ful basis.
 After the reorganization it will take but little time to get the mill at Ensley in working order and Ensley will soon see again the smoke belching from the stacks Of the mill and hear the whirr of ma cninery's wheels.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
Dance at Bippodrome.

A dance was given at the Bessemer hippodrome this evening. A special car left this city at g o'clock and return ed about 1 o'clock. Music was furnished from Birmingham and the dance was very much enjoyed by all who attended.
 Those present were: Miss Kathryn Adams. Miss May Adams. Miss Ethel Adams. Miss Merrill, Miss Maud Mims, Miss Florrie Little. Miss Gladys Huff man, Miss Carroll Huffman. Miss Lucille Bruns, Miss Sudie Crook. Miss Mabel Coniff, Miss Katharine Coniff. Miss Grace Judson; MT. and Mrs. J s Winters, MT. and Mrs. H. c. Grigsby, MT. and Mrs l.. A. Carlisle, MT and Mrs A. s. Mo Nfrs. F. s. White, MT. Orcutt, MT. Bell. MrA Baird. MT. Davies, MT Roberson, Or, Fitzpatrick MT. Goodwin, MT. Fulton MT. Witt, MT. Henry Hurd, MT. Homer Hurd, Dr. Gum, MT. Milton and MT. Matthews.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
Personal and General.

The friends of R. c. Hoehn, who WAS thrown from the tender of a locomo- tive at Cedartown, Ga, will be glad to learn his condition is very favorable. The full extent of the injuries to his back has not been ascertained, and while painful are not believed at this time to be dangerous: He is at pres ent at St. Vincent's hospital, and unless complications arise will be able to be taken home some time next week.
 The formal opening of the new Methodist church in Tuxedo will take place Sunday evening at 7:45 Rev. $. L. Dobbs, presiding elder, will preach the opening sermon. Prior to the ser mon short talks will be made by Rev. J. w. Aiken. F. G. Mackey, who WIS first superintendent of the Tuxedo Sun day school, and several others. The public is cordially invited.
 Dr. E. T. Fields and pr. M. w. Glas- gow have formed a partnership. Dr. Fields will leave for Europe the first of the month, where he will purspe,,a course of special study. Dr. Glasgow will attend to his practice during his absence.
 Contractor John Lyons left today for Cincinnati and other points east.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
Humane Socety Work.

At a meeting of the board of directors of the Ensley Humane society it was de- cided to ask the City Council to recon sider the proposed ordinances in refer ence to the crowding of chickens in GOODS and carry them heads downward. The society is of the opinion that the law as laid down in the city code in reference 70 the above matter is not specific enough and will urge the passage of the ordinance as presented.
 In this connection the Rev. P. H. Dun can will preach a special sermon on humane work from a Biblical and Chris
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
SYRIO- AMERICAN
 COLLEGE PLANNED
DIR. ELkOURlE OUTLINES SCOPE OF THE WORK AND POINTS CCT NEED FOR THE INSTITUTION BY SYRIANS HERE.

A movement has been started for the erection of a SyrioAmerican college in Birmingham, a number of prominent local business men being interested in the project. pr. H. A. Elkourie, Syr- ian physician, who has been in active practice here, has been appointed to so- lIcit subscriptions for the institution, while the trustees and officers are James Bowron, chairman; w. w. Crawford
 treasurer; Dr. H. A. Elkourie, secretary; Rufus N. Rhodes and Sterling A. Wood.
 The institution has been incorporated under the laws of Alabama, and it is proposed to raise a fund which shall be held by a responsible treasurer or trus- tee, and ultimately invested, the income from which shall be devoted as the trus-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23

Birmingham is now the banner council of the state with 216 members H. S. Will son of the local order is given most of the credit for the fine time the drum mers are having.
 Yesterday afternoon the travellers, their wives daughters and sweethearts pa 1aded the streets in tally-hos, carriages anu automobiles, the candidates marched in line and with music and splendid dec oration the parade created quite stir.
 At the late meeting Representative Ben scoter of the Southern railroad appeared before the council and satisfactorily ex- plained why the railroads have changed their system of allowing conductors 10 pull mileage and force the traveller to exchange his mileage with the ticket agent It met with the approval of the drummers.
 Last night at 8 o'clock IS candidates TOT membership were initiated in an execu- tive session at the hall, Immediately efterward a ball was given at the Hotel Hillman. It was one of the most elao- crate that has been given this spring
 The programme for today includes trip to the Ensley steel mills, barbecue at the Country club, and during the aft crnoon a hop at the club. No more bus mess sessions will be held.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
SENSATION IN MEXICO.
Millionaire Is Charged With Misappro-
 priation of Funds.

Mexico City, May 22.-Financial ard business circles of Mexico City have been shaken by the greatest sensation in years through the order of the judge of the second instruction to bring Martin Jacoby, a millionaire and head of the mercantile house of Jacoby, into court on the charge of misappropriation of funds which it is claimed will total between three and five millions of dollars. The order was issued on the representation made to the court by prominent bankers and financiers.
 The house of Jacoby constitutes the largest cotton bllyisgs ecfcern in the re- public. To all practical intents it held a corner or the market. It is declared that Cut of a series of speculations and edes, partly resulting from the October panic, the house during recent months has suffered loss of millions of dollars, although a few months ago the house was known to be in serious financial straits. The sensational developments were entirely unexpected
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
Personal and General.

Mrs. w. T. Kennedy left this morning for a stay of several weeks at Hot Springs
 Mr. and Mrs. H. ". Sweet will leave the early part of the week for Hot Springs, where they expect to remain about a month.
 The tent meeting being held at Jones' boro Is drawing good crowds each even- ing and the meeting is proving to be quite a success.
 A committee from this city headed by G. H. Stevenson, president of the local Board of Trade. went to Birmingham this morning to be present at the meet ing of the Alabama Press association. The following gentlemen went from Bes- semer to advance the claim of Bessemer for having the association come here in August: G. H. Stevenson, J. A. Estes, w. P. Gum, J. T. McInary, Dr. J. c. Curry and T. T. Huey
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
Circus Day In EnsIey.

Today was certainly children's day in Ensley the occasion being the big Rob inson circus. The streets were crowded all day and it was a treat to see the happy, expectant faces of the children IS they neared the circus grounds. Notwith- standing the large crowd there was no disorder of any kind, which was the cause Of much favorable comment. The morn ing parade was fine but barely started when it was over, merely passing around four blocks. A noticeable feature of the parade was it's fresh and clean appear ance. The two performances were attend ed by enormous crowds. The features were exceptionally fine and seemed to please the crowd.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
.SLOSS MINES WILL PAY OFF MEN TODAY Judge Jackson and Judge Lane
 to Exchange Places BOARD OF EDUCATION Informal Meeting Held to Consider the Financial Condition of Bessemer
 Schoos-PersonaI and
 General News.

Bessemer, May 22-(Special )-sloss mines will pay off tomorrow, and it is believed the pay will be quite a large one. It was understood that they would pay off last Saturday, but it was post poned. All the local merchants are look ing forward to a good days business to- morrow. Sloss mines pay day and Smith mines pay day always mean a great deal to the merchants of Bessemer, as they do a large business with the men em- ployed at these mines.
 Judges to Change Places.
 Judge William Jackson of the city court of Bessemer will exchange places with Judge A. o. Lane of the circuit court of Birmingham for the first week in June.
 There are several cases to come up in the Bessemer court at that time that Judge Jackson cannot sit on and for that reason the change was made. He will look after the work to come up before Judge Lane during that time. Judge Lane is well known in this city, where he has many friends, and his friends here will be glad to see him on the bench. Judge Jackson is also well known in Br- mngham, and it goes without saying he will take good care of the office as long as he occupies it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
MINING ENGINEERS WILL
 MEET HERE IN SEPTEMBER

the engineers will go to Chattanooga for short session there.
 President Hammond of the organization was in Birmingham several days ago and declared that big crowd will be here and much will be accomplished. There are 4191 members eligible for attendance, but this number, of course, will not turn out in full.
 Committees on entertainment, reception and finance were appointed by the club. and arrangements will be made to give the engineers fine time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
HANDSOME PARISH HOUSE.
Work Begins on Building In Connec-
 ton With Advent Church.

Work has been begun on the parish house in connection with the Church of the Advent. The contract was signed by E. M. Tutwier and J. w. Mcqueen, build ing committee. The structure will cost about $12. 300 and will be handsome in design and modern in its appointments.
 The building fronts on Sixth avenue in the rear of the church.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
Clash With cossacks.

Tifis, May 22.-There was serious en- counter today in the neighboring village of Digoli between Cossacks and peasants. The peasants had assembled to'celebrate church festival. The Cossacks tried to arrest two suspicious terrorists. The peasants resisted and in the shooting that followed one Cossack was killed while nine of the villagers were killed or wounded.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
Killed In Drunken Quarrel.

Roanoke, Va, May 22.-Late last night at Tazewell, Va, Marco Groseclose' well known young man of that place was shot to death within hundred yards of his home by his companion, Oscar Keesee, who later made his escape. After killing Groseclose, Keesee fired on some men who pursued him, but the bullets went wild and he got away. The cause of the shooting is not known, but 1t is alleged both men were drinking.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
LIBRARY MEETING.
Will Consider Question of Opening
 Library to the Public.

Governor w. H. Sims, president of the Birmingham Public Library associa- tion, has called meeting of the execl- tive committee at the library in the city hall. It is hoped there will be full attendance
 The chief topic for consideration will be the throwing open of the present library to the public.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
NUMBER OF DEAD
 IN WRECK IS SS

Antwerp, May z.-A total of 3S dead age of the train carrying an excursion of pilgrims to local shrine that was tel escaped at Contich by the Antwerp Brus- sels express yesterday. Crown Princess Elizabeth arrived here today and visited fha Wnunded
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23

history. They are not able, therefore, to read and understand American literature, or to enter into American public life, and to fulfill inteligently the duties as cit izens, or live up to their privileges. Many are poor and laboring hard for living, and would require the advantage of night school where tuition might be at first given with adequate use of the Arabic language until they became Ia miliar with the English tongue.
 'The intention Is to make this money which may be subscribed go as far as possible; and, in the first place, the in- come arising from the funds will be de7f voted to the provision of tuition, scEE books. etc., either in premises rerS
 for the purpose or by the temporary W tablishment of a chair of Arabic andl American literature at some existing col lege; ultimately, however, when the funds are sufficient, it is their purpose to build and maintain a separate institution.
 ''The benefit of the fund, in whatever way it may be applied will be absolute ly free from any religious or sectarlan bias, or from any political partis91hip, and it will be administered purelyNbn useful and philanthropic basis to bA'r all Syrians in this country who need help.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23

School Children's Matinee School Children's Matinee at East Lake Rink Saturday aft ernO0ns.
 Admission and skates, 15c.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23

WANTED-At once ten young ladies and ten young men of good address for speciality work; good pay. Taylors Drug Store, Bessemer
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23
Refuaees Leave Hayti.

Port au Prince, May 22.-The last of the refugees in the foreign consulates have been permitted to leave the island pnmolested.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23

An announcement of great importance was made at the Commercial club meet ing last night by pr. w. B. Phillips. He stated that the American Institute of Min ing Engineers had accepted the invitation of the club to hold it's convention in Bir- mingham and had even gone so far as to settle upon a date.
 This was received with great applause, as the institute is composed of some of the most noted men in America.
 The meeting will be held on September g and will continue one week, after which
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-23

tian standpoint at the Christian church or the first Sunday in June. All persons interested in this great work are urged to be present.
Willmar tribune., 1908-10-28
WHICH WILL YOU CHOOSE?

You are citizen of Minnesota, and
you are proud of your great state.
There Is no question about that-of
course you are, and as such. and be-
ing possessed of such pride, what
manner of man would you choose as
that states chief executive?
With no desire to be personal, Or to
draw invidious comparisons, let us
speak OF the two leading candidates in
this campaign. They began life
equally handicapped as far as aspira-
lions to the position each is seeking
Is concerned. They were boys born
of lowly ynarentage and each was COM
PEELED to practically make his own
way in the world. That each did this
by the rugged paths of honor is
equally creditable tc both. But here
the comparison ends. While the one
vas earning his daily bread he was
delving in books and enriching his
mind; he became a deep student and
polished orator. He so fitted him.
self that he filled all positions to
which he was chosen, whether official
or social, with distinguished ability.
He reflected honor upon his native
state and his name became known
throughout the nation. He was seri-
ous'y considered as a candidate for
the presidency by one of the great
parties of the nation, and it is freely
prophesied of him that he will yet
attain that great eminence. Starting
as a poor boy, with no inherited ad-
vantages, as friendless as any waif of
the street, he has become a man
whom the nation delights to honor.
AS to the other, he, too, delved for
his daily bread, and when he grew to
manhood, embarked in mercantile pur.
suits, in which he was more or less
successful. His friends claim for him
that he is "cracker jack" of an auc-
tioneer: he has had some official ex-
perience, but in such he did not ex-
hihit wide 1iberality or progressive
craftsmanship. What more can be
said for him?
Which of these two men, leaving
out all question of partisan fealty,
would you choose as governor of the
great state of Minnesota?
Willmar tribune., 1908-10-28
IT IS UP TO You!

The campaign is drawing to close,
and next week will see the votes de.
posted and counted. The great cleo.
torate of the state of Minnesota will
have spoken, and its voice will de-.
eide who is to hold the helm for the
succeeding two years. We do not be-
AeVe that there is any question as to
the result, but before the question is
decided we would ask the voters to
seriously and impartially consider a
few of the issues at stake.
DO you favor 2-cent passenger
rate on the railroads of the state?
Do you favor a 10 per cent reduction
OF railway freight rates on commodi-
ties?
DO you approve the raising of the
assessed valuation of the Steel Trust
properties on the iron ranges to the
extent Of 400 per cent?
Do you approve the taxation of
mortgages?
Do you believe in the conservation
Of the states natural resources and
the punishment of the men who have
despoiled them, under collective re-
sponsibility?"
DO you favor liberal policy in the
advancement of the educational insti-
tlltiOns Of the state?
DO you approve the installation of
the harvester factory in the Stillwa-
ter prison?
Do you consider it the part of wis
dom to enlarge the facilities for the
production OF twine In the twtne
plant?
Governor Johnson has used his
great influence for the advancement
of all these, and if you favor them,
would it not be just exercising rea-
sonable common sense to continue
him in office?
1T is up to y0u!"