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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Majestic Theatre.

As cure for the blues or a refresh- ing entertainment after the business cares of the day are laid aside the show at the Majestic this week is guaranteed to fill the bill to the letter. Usually a vaudeville performance consists of one extra good act with the others built around 1t but last nights performance demonstrated the fact that there arc at least three headliners with the rest almost as good.
 Noblette and Marshall in Hints in Soldiery," are far more pleasing than the title of the act would indicate and the song, Tn Sunny Tennessee makes a big hit.
 Hi Manning is one of the funniest black face comedians on the stage who must be seen twice to be fully appreciated.
 Cora Beach Turner is dainty and charm ing and with W. s. Draper presents an act that Is the height of refined comedy.
 James R. Waite in his nautical act is true to life while the Thompson Sis ters sing and dance themselves into the hearts of all.
 All the others are good, far above the average.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
General and Personal.

A dime social" was given last even ing by the pupils of the ninth grade of the Ensley public schools at the residence of Mrs. c. S. Williams, 2400 Avenue H. The affair was quite q success and was very enjoyable. The proceeds will be applied to the pur- chase of decorations for the school room.
 There was a light docket at the police court this morning. Three cases were called each defendant being charged with public drunkenness May or Sugg fined the defendants $10 each. There has been a notable increase In the number of cases in the police court during the past two months, most of them being of a minor nature, how ever.
 Edward McKewen of Oxford, Miss. is in the city with a view of making Ensley his future home. He formerly resided here.
 Mrs. J. F. Acuff is visiting friends in Atlanta.
 The Ladies' Aid society of the Fair view Methodist church will give a tackey party Friday night in the old drug store building at Osceola station
 Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Lee will be al home after Monday at the residence of Mrs w. D. Fonville, on the corner of Avenue and Twenty-first street.
 Mrs. J. c. Johnson of Central ParA entertained St. Margarets guild at hei home Wednesday evening.
 Mrs. Z P. Curry entertained this aft ernoon at her residence at Palmer sta tion, in honor of her daughter, Mrs c. H. Chester of Syracuse, N. Y.
 The social entertainment and dance given tonight by the Merry Widow club at Perkins hall was decided sue cess. A fine orchestra was in attend
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Aid Society Pass Resolutions.

The Ladies Aid Society of the Meth odist church, South Ensley, has adopted resolutions on the recent death of Frank NJ. Slye The resolutions say:
 We, as members of this society, ex- press our heartfelt regret for her loss and sympathy in her affliction; that this society has lost a true friend and faith full adviser, whose loss will be deplored in every branch of the church work
 Resolved, That we strive prayerfully to remember and to emulate the good Geeds and kindly words, the patience, forbearanee and simple sincerity of this our departed brother: that a copy of these resolutions be sent the bereaved family, a copy inscribed in the secretarys book and a copy sent to the press for. publication" :"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
"The Great Divide"

"The Great Divide," William Vaughn Moodys virile play, which is to be pre- sented at the Jefferson theatre next Tues day and Wednesday nights with mati- nee Wednesday, is generally acknowl- edged to be the greatest drama of west ern life yet written in the history of the American stage. It tells of the strange Arizona prospector, representing the con- f1ict between the free untrammelled spirit of the west and the rigid conventionality and uncompromising traditions of the east. The play possesses great literary quality as well as wealth of clever dia- logue, replete with scintillating epigram, and is intensely dramatic withal.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
S29,OOO,OOO OIL
 CASE CARRIED TO
 SUPREME COURT
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11

 ion of the witness. Geiser complained of what he characterized the obnoxious requirements of the department of the interior in controlling the erection and operation of pipe lines. He would not assent to the federal attorneys sug- gestion that he (Geiser) was practical ly compelled to sell his oil to the Praire company, accepting any price it cared to pay, and declared that if the Prairie company did not pay enough he would sell his oil to some one else. Besides, we could build a refinery" he added.
 Asked what he would do with the oil when it was refined, he replied:
 Sell it to the public. There are no rebates now and I could get just as good a rate on refined oil as any one else.'
 The witness declared himself in op- position to the proposition that the pipe lines be made common carriers. As long as the grades of oil varied, com mon carriage was not feasible, he de- clared.
 What we want is more pipe lines, and more refineries.' he concluded, additional pipe lines In particular would give us increased prices for both our oil and our leases"
 The hearing then was adjourned until tomorrow
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Wood-Perkins Nuptials.

Beautiful in it's simplicity, charming in it's appointments and stately in it's sol- emnity was the wedding of Miss Alma Johnston Wood and MT. Crawford Allen Perkins, which took place this evening at o'clock at the home of the brides parents, Mir and Mrs. w. N. Wood, Ave nue G.
 The ceremony was performed by the Rev. R. De Ovies, assisted by the Rev. Alex Crawford.
 A large number of relatives and guests witnessed the wedding and the elaborate arrangements made it ideally picturesque.
 The reception room and parlor were made into a palm garden with ferns and white roses in profusion. pretty con- ceit was a large parasol made of silk ribbon and white roses, under which the bridal party stood during the ceremony. The dining room where the wedding presents were displayed was decorated with smilax ferns and cut flowers. The presents were innumerable and beautiful. On the center table was a piece of the wedding cake of the brides mother, souvenir of her marriage 26 years ago.
 To the strains of Lohengrins wedding march the bridal party entered the par Tor where the beautiful and solemn ser vice of the Episcopal church was read by the officiating clergyman. Miss Wood who entered with her father was lovely in wedding robe of duchess satin, fash toned directoire, elaborately trimmed with lace and crystal applques, veil of tulle and half wreath of rosebuds She carried bride roses. Mrs. Lester Scott was maid of honor and was charmingly gowned in white lace messaline over green satin, made en train, with lace applique and silver ornaments and carrying white chrysanthemums. MT. Chase Perkins was his brothers best man. Mrs. J. M. Per kins played the wedding march and while the ceremony was being performed played Annie Laurie" softly and sweetly.
 Mrs. Wood, the mother of the bride, was gowned in a black silk with net, sil- yer and real lace trimmings. At the con- clusion of the ceremony Helen Arm strong and Orleen Perkins, two charming little misses, distributed among the guests dainty white boxes containing a piece of the brides cake MT. John L. Owen sang T Love You Truly" and Tn Ar cady'
 MT. Perkins and his bride have gone on their wedding journey and will be at home at Shadyside after November A. They will visit Atlanta and Mobile
 Mrs. Perkins travelling suit was green and blue imported English cloth, green hat with yellow plumes to match, brown shoes and gloves.
 Mrs. Perkins is charming and Iowa ble girl and much admired among large circle of friends for her many ac- complishments. MT. Perkins is a success ful business man of Ensley and very pop ular among his friends and business asso- ciates.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
"The Girl Question"

One of the musical numbers in 'The Girl Question" the successor to ''rhe Time, the Place and the Girl" which comes to the Jefferson theatre on Thurs day next, at matinee and night. is a combination imitation number in which Paul Nicholson, who heads the cast, gives a most remarkable imitation of James J. Corbett; Nina Collins initiates Anna Held, with a chorus of show girls made up to initiate the famous Parisienne, and a chorus of the 10 little "Brolers,' who, made up like Eddy Foy, sing one of his songs with a startling reality which is almost uncanny.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13

''rhe Wizard of Oz" continues to please the crowds at the Bijou this week. AL though this famous musical extravaganza has been before the public eight years, it seems to have lost none of it's popularity The scarecrow, the tin woodman, the cowardly lion, Imogene, the COW. Dorothy Gale of Kansas and many other char acters are just as entertaining as they were in days of yore. The company is quite large, the scenery and costumes elaborate. At popular prices the present edition of ''The Wizard of Oz'' is a great bargain. There will be the usual perform ance tonight. Next week the Bijou will offer Me, Him and l." the well-known musical comedy success. with a large company and the comedians who were seen here in this piece last year.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
CHURCH NEARING
 ITS COMPLETION The New Structure Is Hand
 some and Stately W00D-PERKINS NUDTIALS Ladies' Aid Society Passes Resolu- tions on Death of F. M. sIye-Pyth-
 ian Sisters to Entertain
 Steel City Lodge.
WOOD-PERKINS NUOTIALS

Ensley, November 12-(Speeial. .)-Much progress is being made in the erection of the new Methodist church on Avenue G and Twentieth street The old building has been entirely torn down. Excava- tions for the new foundations and base ment are being made. The actual build ing will begin in few days. The church when completed will be one of the hand somest in the district.
 In the meantime services are being held in the temporary structure on the op- posite corner from the site of the church. Not a service has been omitted since the building operations began. While the present quarters are only temporary they are very comfortable, being well lighted and sufficiently heated.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Edward Dickey Dies.

Anniston, November 12.-(Special. )--- Edward Dickey. Mason, and a mem Der of the Knights of Pythias. died of tuberculosis at the home of his father at Duke early this morning. The re- mains will be inferred at Union ceme- tery tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock under the auspices of Anniston lodge No. 91, Knights of Pythias. The de- ceased was formerly employed by the Louisville and Nashville railroad in Anniston. where he resided for a mum Der of years. He was single and is survived by his father. one brother and a sister
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Miss Thurston,s Enqaqement.

Adealide Thurston comes to the Jeffer- son theatre tomorrow matinee and night in her new play, '"The Woman's Hour. " Her supporting company is said to be ex- cellent. The author himself is responsible for the following :"Never since I started playwriting has it been my good fortune to secure such a competent cast of in- telligent players. Each and every mem Der of Adelaide Thurston's company thoroughly carries out my idea of the character they portray. It is indeed a pleasure to be associated with such splendid actors and actresses
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Bosh Still at Larue.

Anniston, November 12.-(Special.)- J. H. Durand, the police officer of Hob son City, who was assaulted and shot at that place a few nights ago, since which time he has been under treat ment at Sellers hospital in this city. is said today to be doing very well. and hope is felt that he may recover. Nothing has been heard of Durand's s assailant. George Bosh, who seems to have made good his escape. Sheriff LeGrande today offered a reward of s25 for his arrest and incarceration in any jail, and has sent out cards to that effect to all parts of the country.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
UIbrjuht-Kreese.

Anniston, November 12.-(Special )- Yesterday afternoon at o'clock MT August Kresse and Miss Jaeobina Albright were married at Grace church in the presence of a few friends. The ceremony was performed by Rev. J. G. Glass. MT. Kresse was formerly a citizen of Anniston. but now resides in Philadelphia. Immediately after the ceremony MT. and Mrs. Kresse left for their future home carrying with them the best wishes of many friends.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
ADJUSTMENTS.
Little Chin and Mary Marble.

A quintette of young ladies well trained and clever, one or more musical selec- tions which tower above the average, and at least two male voices which pleased united their strength in saving His Honor the Mayor" from complete failure.
 Mary Marble did not arrive in time to appear in the matinee performance. At the night performance it was an- nounced that she was too ill to rush to the rescue.
 Little Chip" as usual, was perpet-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
OFFICERS REELECTED.
Shareholders of the Southern Express
 Company Hold Meeting.

Savannah. November 12.-The annual meeting of the shareholders of the South ern Express company was held here to- day, all of the old directors being re- elected and they in turn electing the of ficers of the company. It was stated that while the business of the company for the past year has not been up to past stan- dards improvement is already appar- ent.
 The officers elected are:
 Morton F. Plant New York, chair man; M. J. O'Brien, New York, presi- dent; T. W. Leary Atlanta, first vice president; c. l.. Loop, Chattanooga, sec ond vice president; G. H. Tilley, New York, secretary and treasurer.
 R. c. Alison. Atlanta, was re-appointed general counsel
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
At the GaYetY.

Sam Seribner's big show is drawing we'll at the Gayety this week. and it has been a pleased audience that has wit messed each performance. An attractive chorus of singing and dancing ability makes the time pass pleasantly, while there are a number of feature acts scat tered through the show. The juggling act in the olio is a revelation in this line, and one which must be seen to be appre- ciated.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13

ance. About 25 couples participated and enjoyed the evening. The pro- ceeds will be devoted to charity.
 The S. O. P. H. club met this evening with Miss Jennie Brooks at Shadyside. The evening was delightfully."- spent, Miss Brooks proving a charming hos tess. During the evening refreshments were served.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
K. of P. Entertainment.

Steel City lodge, Knights of Pythias, will be entertained Friday night at the residence of w. R. Stewart, Twentieth street and Avenue G, by the Pythian Sis ters of Ensley The Pythian Sisters were recently organized and comprise the la dies auxiliary to the Knights of Pythias. Mrs. John Angwin is the presiding off, cer. All members of both organizations are invited to be present.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Invited to Farmers Meetino.

Natchez, Miss, November 12.-The Natchez chamber of commerce, through It's secretary, l.. E.. Davies, tonight mailed invitations to President Roose- welt, members of his cabinet, Presi- dent-elect Taft and w. J. Bryan to at tend the monster two-state farmers convention, which is to be held in this city on November 25. 26 and 27.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Negro Sentenced to Death.

Mobile, November 12.-George Stur- d1vant, negro, was tonight at 10 o'clock convicted of criminal assault upon Pearl Hendrix. a 12-year-old ne. gress, and sentenced to be hanged. A similar charge, the victim being Beat rice Hendrix, younger sister of Pearl stands against the negro.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Postal Chances.

Washington November 12.-(Special )-- Postmasters appointed: Highnote, Ge- neya county, Clayton J. Pate; Welona. Coosa county. J. S. Raines; Thomas J. Bohannon, appointed regular, c. A. Led better, substitute, rural carrier, route No. At Xina
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Ouzts Funeral.

Union Springs, November 12-tSpecial ) The remains of J. A. ouzts. who died sud- denly in Bessemer, reached here this afternoon for interment. Mir Ouzts was engaged in railroad work, and was son. in-law of J. T. Forman of this place. He leaves wife and four children, who accompanied the remains to this place, where they were taken in charge by the Masons and buried with Masonic honors.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
CONTRACT Is LET
 FOR SKYSCRAPER Selma Is Pleased With BuSi-
 ness Prospects UNITED STATES COURT Jurles Are Excused Until Monday, When RaaI Ruafnaee aF kka Na,,r&
Juries Are Excused Until Monday, When Real Business of the Court Will Begin-Death of a
 Little Child.

Selma, November 12.-(Special.) )-Selma is rejoicing over the prospect of work soon beginning on the permanent home of the Peoples Bank and Trust company which is to be erected at the corner of Broad and Water streets. The contract was definitely closed today with the King Lumber company of Charlottesville, Va, for the work. The building is to be six stories. and will be selma.s first real sky scraper and its first office building. The cost of the structure alone will be about $65,00O. The entire property will reach valuation when completed, of about s100,- 600 and will be a credit to Selma and to the institution.
 Many of the offices in the building have already been leased and there will be little trouble in renting all of them. The build ing will have every modern convenience. such as water, light, elevator, heat, etc. and as 1t will stand on the corner just between the wholesale and retail districts of Selma, it will be an exceedingly con- venient spot for any kind of business.
 The front of the building will be of marble plate glass and pressed brick, and it will be handsome in appearance. The old three-story building, which was built before the war, will be torn down, work commencing on raging the old building in a few days
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13

ually before the footlights but his humor was unlike the dainty feather that tickles the understanding and more resembled the revolver fired suddenly at the ear.
 His Honor the Mayor at the Jegfer- son twice yesterday did not score a marked success at either performance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
"The Traitor" Is cominq.

The enthraling story of the final dis solution of the mysterious Ku-Klux Klan forms an important part of "The Traitor"
 "The Traitor will be the attraction at the Jefferson theatre Wednesday and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Five Children Die.

Elkins, w Va, November 12-Five chil- dren of E. J. Rice, a barber at Bev- erly, near here, lost their lives today in a fire that destroyed their home. The fire followed an explosion of gas
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
puns cUREp IN TO 14 DAYS

PIZO OINTMENT is guaranteed to cure any case of Itching. Blind, Bleeding or Protruding Piles in to IA days or money refunded. soc.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Church Union Favored.

Oklahoma City, November 12-The Oklahoma conference of the Methodist Episcopal church, south, today adopted a memorial in favor of amalgamation of the northern and southern churches
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
United States Court.

All the petit jurors in the United States court have been excused until Monday, when real work will be taken up. The grand jury has not reported it's first batch of indictments at this writing, but it is expected that a partial report will be forthcoming by tomorrow. The settlement of the case of the Bank of Commerce of Guthrie, Okla. which was suing J. P. Loughlin of this city for $2900 and inter- est, cleared the calendar of the principal case for the week. The verdict was in favor of the hank
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
Death of a LittIee Child.

This morning at clock at the family home on Lamar street. occurred the death of the 1S-months-old daughter Of MT. and Mrs. L. T. Faulk. The little girl had been ill for some time. ydeath result ing from congestion of the brain. The re- mains will be carried to Fort Deposit to- morrow morning for interment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
FOR RENT

Dairy or Poultry Farm on Macadam Road, near car line, fine spring, 4-room house, 15 acres land. Jemison R. E. & Ins. Go.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
At the Biiou.

Thursday, November 9 and 26. with a Thanksgiving Day matinee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-11-13
''PURE FOOD" SEIZURE PROVES
 MANUFACTURERS HONESTY

of O declared Sugar Glen and uro not mianded adueated and instructed the verdict accordingly This verdict rendered the Government arguments and without hearing single witness for O. COB 5,
 For several months have stood the sanderous attacks interested the minds this Rock Pure Food Department SUGAR GLEN''
  neverch n he 0 who
  is proclaimed the
 COZ, Gamer
 Memphis
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1908-04-03
onlN Mortal. After an.

when / went TO church last sun.
day. said young woman visiting
in Washington. u sat directly behind
a high executive oincor whom | have
regarded 49, almost more than mortal
I tried not to be rude aud stare AZ him
too much, but could not help my
eyes wandering toward him occasion.
ally. glanced At him just once near
the ond Of the sermon, and what do
you think he WAS doing? lie was
yawning, and be yawned large and
vigorous yawn, which came on him so
suddenly that he did not have time to
hide It behind his hand / must con
fcss that ] was delighted. My yenera.
ton for the executive officer IL Just
as great as II ever was, but / am glad
! found out with my own eyes that
he is subject 10 ordinary human weak.
nosses and cannot help yawnlng dur
ing a sermon"
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1908-04-03
uoas THAN HE COULD DO.

Il was an interesting time at the
house Of Dobbs. and finally, when the
doctor came out into the hall, Dob1s
was I'm a state Of excitement equal 10
an election night
We'll. Doctor he said. inquiringly,
and grabbing the physician's coat.
front with both hands
Twins responded the doctor
orieny.
"IIow-how- many he asked in a
dazcd manner
The usual number replied tho doc.
tor, smiling
"oh. yes-ah-excuse me, doctor.
Boys or girls?'
boys"
"Boys7'
Yes"
Then I'm ruined man!
Ruined" was the surprised an
swer. what's the matter with your"
why. doctor, for the last 20 years
it's been all ! could do TO meet the de
mands Of my boys for my old clothos'
and now, at my time OF life, 10 have
TO commence 10 wear two pairs oI
trousers at once In order to keep NJ
with the procession is more than
can undertake. see ruin with a bis
Il staring me IN the face. and can
make move 20 defend myself"
The doctor gave him u dose o
} ohloral to quiet his nerves.
The Coalville times. [volume] (Coalville, Utah) 1894-1923, 1908-04-03

The activity OF the German ahipplnR
trade r. demonstrated by the fact that
the number Of vessels built In tho ON.
plro In 1906 was 200, OF 39S.l5i reg.
istored tons. against 6i6 Of 3i0.77i reg.
istcrod tons In 1905. and 535 OF 2G7..
g9l registered tons In 1904. Among
the vessels built In 1906 were II men.
ofwar Of 3O.S3l registered tons In
addition 10 the foregoing. there wero
built IN foreign countries, on orders
for German firms, 10 vessels OF 49,.
Slj registered tons.