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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20

pose. As I said before, as friends We meet, as friends we enter this contest and as friends we will separate, but on behalf of the Volunteer Fire Department from Talladega I wish to say they are here to win the prizes.
 T know of no more deserving organiza- ton than this Volunteer Firemen's as- st ciation Its individual members, With out pay, without price. without reward or the hope thereof, proffer their services for the welfare of the public at large. Ignoring prlvation, forgetful of their own welfare, they respond day or night a. any hour to the call for service Actu- ated by no selfish motive, but animated solely by a generous hearted desire to re- lieye distress, prevent suffering, protect property and save human lives, these men constantly and cheerfully imperil their own lives.
 "In behalf of such an organization, composed of such men, I thank you for your most cordial welcome
 Rome Draws First Prize.
 Rome. Ga, was awarded the prize for the best showing in the parade, Gads- den drawing second prize.
 The following selections were made for the judges of the respective con tests: Clerk of the course, J. H. King of Pratt City; starting, S. P Halloway of Cedartown; pull off, Robinson of An niston and Lewis of Pratt City; plug, Katzenstein of Talladega and Woodlih of Gadsden; finish, Hedington of Rome and Comstock of Pratt City; inspec- tio,, Manly of Pratt City and Beasley of Cedartown; line, Hudnall of Pratt City; timek eepers, Ballinger of Gad7- den, Vandiver of Rome and Hewes of Talladega
 At the meeting of the association yesterday morning reports of officers were made, and Woodlawn and Besse- mer were admitted. Arrangements were completed for the races.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
MORGAN-PETTUS
 CAMP MEETS
Going Over Plans for Social Features in Connection With
 Reunion.

Camp MorganPettus Sons of Confed- crate Veterans, met yesterday afternoon at the Commercial club and took up the questions bearing on the reunion enter tainment. The executive committee has given over full charge of the big reunion ball to Camp Morgan-Pettus. The mem bers will raise the funds for the ball and be the hosts of the occasion. The dance is to be given at the Hippodrome on the night of June II.
 committee from Camp Clayton. con- sisting of Messrs. Gamble and Dozier, waited on the camp and requested that a committee be appointed to confer with them and attempt to settle all differences between the two camps. Commander Johnston, who presided will appoint the committee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
BANK CLERKS FORM
 NEW ORGANIZATION
WILL TAKE OUT CHARTER IN AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF BANK ING-GEORGE E. ALLEN MAKES ADDRESS.

meeting of the clerks of the various Birmingham banks was held in the Com mercal club rooms last night at which it was decided to permanently organize local chapter and take out a charter in the American Institute of Banking.
 The meeting was well attended, being presided over by w. P. c. Harding, pres ident of the First National bank, while George E.. Allen of New York. secretary of the national institute, made the prin- purpose of the institute and the mutual benefit to be derived by the clerks in be- ing organized. Col. T. o. Smith, vice president of the Birmingham Trust and Savings company, also made short tall
 E. J. Hilty of the First National bank was elected temporary president and J. w. Paeske of the Birmingham Trust and Savings company temporary secretary of the association. An,ther meeting is to be held next Tuesday night, May 26, at which the permanent organization will be perfected and officers elected. An or ganization committee was appointed com posed of the following men: F. J. Hilty, First National bank; MT. Brandon, Jef- ferson County Savings bank; J. W. Paeske, Birmingham Trust and Savings company; Mr Bierd, Peoples Savings Bank and Trust company; MT. Moore, Traders National bank; c. Pointer, Steiner Bros; MT Daly, American Trust and Savings bank; Mr. Stewart, Com mercial State bank, and Mir. Knapp. Bank of Ensey.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
Elaborate Plans For
 Decorations Al Reunion

ly along the line of decorations. giving the hero of each state and forming q Court of Honor" At intersecting streets the decorations will cross making an arch formation.
 Of course the stars and bars will pre- dominate in the scheme A color map of the course has been drawn and shows that if completed the decorations will be appropriate and in fact more beautiful than any ever prepared in Birmingham.
 The decorating committee yesterday closed the contract for two nights of Payne's fireworks on the 9th and 11th. They also approved the proposed sham battle to be held on the last day The special reunion invitations are being mailed out today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
GERMANIA PARK.
Popular Picnic Resort Opens Next
 Thursday for Summer Season.

The opening of Germania park for the season 1908 will occur next Thursday, May 21. The committee on arrangements is making an effort to celebrate the event in grand style. The park will be open from 10 a. m. until late at night. Danc- ing for the young people will commence at D. m. and Professor Harms orches- tra will furnish the music which will be an attractive feature. Other amuse- ments will be provided for young and old. The popular picnic grounds will no doubt be taxed to capacity. The admis- sion will be 20 cents. Ladies and chil- dren will be admitted fres.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
Labor Union Dav.

Today is labor union day at East Lake and every laboring man presenting his union card at the gate will be admitted free of charge to the park including his entire family There will be magnid cent fireworks display on the lake tonight Two free performances of Tetswuari's Japs are given daily, every afternoon and night. There is a band concert every aft ernon and night. Tomorrow night the prizes won in the Volunteer Fremen's tournament will be awarded at the band- stand, and large house will be burned on the lake.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
One Ballot Box Disappears.

Some little excitement was caused yes- terday by the report of Returning Officer Cox from Virginia City that while com ing to the city the ballot box was stolen from him. However, he had the ballots in an envelope in his inside coat pocket, and it is not believed that it will cause any trouble. The attempt to get away with the box is said to be due to the close race for constable in that beat.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
"The Love Route."

Next week the Bijou will offer the Bald win Melville company in "The Love Route,' captivating play which scored a notable triumph in the east but has never been seen in Birmingham. It was booked at the Jefferson last season but the en- gagement was cancelled. The Love Route will be carefully staged and bids fair to equal the success of ''The Man On the Box"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
Real Estate Transfers.

Only a few deeds of conveyance on real estate were filed in the office of the probate court yesterday. the only one of importance being:
 sS000-Sarah c. Hit and husband, w. H. Hit, to w. w. Williams, east half of lot 5. in block ss3. according to map of the city of Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
CoIored Team loses, Too.

The Birmingham colorsd team lost yes terday to Memphis, Il to G. Catcher Maxim dropped two balls at the plate, and gave the game to the Memphis bunch. The two teams play again this afternoon. The patronage is good. Space is reserved for white people. Hubbard and Maxim. and London and Chattwood were the batteries yesterday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
c. B, Rogers, Henry and Vines Running Close For Two
 Other Places
BRASHER IN LEAD WITH
 ROSSER A CLOSE SECOND
Complete Returns Are In From Fifty six Boxes Leaving Fifteen to Be Heard Fronn-The Results
 to Date.

neturns from 56 boxes In Jefferson coun- ty show the election of the following with out a doubt
 c. c. Nesmith and Henry A. Sharpe, judges of the city court of Birmingham 1. W. McAdory, county superintendent of education.
 Job Going, J. Ed Haigler. R. F, Love- lady, members of the board of revenue. The fourth and fifth places on the board of revenue will go to c. B. Rogers, M. V Henry or J. B. Vines.
 The successful candidate for coroner cannot be determined as B. L. Brasher and H. N. Rosser are running so closely that it is impossible to decide upon the victor. Paris and the other candidates are out of the running. The figures given today are correct fo.' 56 boxes. They do not, however, include reports from 15 other boxes-Dolomite, Cedar Grove Henry Ellen, Coalburg, Iron- dale, Upper Coalburg, Argo, Porter, Park wood, Locust Fork, Huffman, Lttleton and Linns. These places either have not | brought in their boxes or skipped out So quickly that those seeking information could not catch them. For City Court Judge. In the race for judge, Sharpe led the ticket by about 1500 woes, and Nesmith led Garrett by 2OOO votes, who was in turn ahead of Thompson by 150O votes. | Here is the count:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20

The decorating committee of the Con federate reunion held it's weekly meet ing fin the Commercial club yesterday aft ernoon and discussed plans for decorat- ing the city. The committee is very de- slrous that the whole line of march be uniformly decorated They indorsed a plan of street decorating which will be very cheap when the cost is divided np by the tenants along the way.
 On Twentieth street, extending from First avenue to and surrounding the Con federate monument decorations are to be swung from pole to pole on the edge of the sidewalk The color treatment is to be in red and white with Confederate and National flags. Pictures of the ia nous generals will be displayed uniform
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
stripIin Makes Response.

MT President Ladies and Gentemen"
 Tn behalf of the Georgia Alabama Volunteer Firemens S association I wish to thank you for the warm and generous welcome just extended to us by the dis tinguished representative of Birmingham It fills our hearts with gladness to re alize that in the city of Birmngham-the metropolis of Alabama-such a cordial re- ception awaits us and on behalf of our organization I thank you
 Tn a sense this contest resembles ath- letics, in that it develops brain, muscle and brawn but in the sense of training men for active service, for onerous duties and protecting the lives and property of others it excells athletics. This organ ization is devoted to worthier objects than the more pleasureable excitement incident to a contest. Here we are engaged in work which develops courage, trains the muscles and qualities one for active serv- ice not for self alone but for the good of mankind.
 '.As friends we meet here to take part in an annual contest, an annual friendly contest. each striving his utmost and I sincerely hope that nothing will occur to mar this pleasant occasion. Animated by but one desire we meet in a common pur
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
Marriage Licerses Issued.

The following marriage licenses were issued in the office of the probate coui' yesterday:
 Charles c. Walker to Miss Cora A. Herman.
 Will Brook sher 10 Miss Nora John son.
 John A. Adory to Miss Annie Lee Duncan.
 Bernato Marivo to Miss Mara Pil- litteri.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
THE WEATHER.

Washington, May 19.-Forecast for Ala hama and Mississippi: Fair Wednesday and Thursday; light west winds.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
For Board of Revenue.

The broken-hearted candidates for the board of revenue are many. Some of them did not receive 200 votes. The fine work of Job Going on the board for the past two years was indorsed, his name leading the ticket, and was the only one of the old members returned to office. It is very hard to tell whether Henry or Vines will get the fifth place, although Henry seems to be leading.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
A Fact

Unless the best Mexican Vanilla Beans are used, properly cured, properly aged, and the flavor properly extracted, and allowed.to stand at least one year before of fering for sale, good extract of Vanilla is an impossibility. Try
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
If You Get Thirsty Today

Ask the soda fountain boy for PEP-TO-LAC. no dope" or heart-stimulant centx-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
Race for Coroner.

In the vote so far Brasher leads Rosser by over 100 votes for coroner, with the
 chances favoring his election. The last count, however, will be very close. Here
 is the result from 56 boxes:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20

,.......................... have good representations in Birming- ham,. The parade yesterday, witnessed by great crowds, was cheered from be- ginning to end.
 Led By Pratt City Float.
 It was led by the beautiful float from Pratt Ciy, great swan-shaped affair, beautifully decorated. with a fire bell in front, while the sponsor, Miss Gladys Me- Kinzie, and her maids were seated in the center. Two pretty little girls held the streamers to the swans on each side
 Then came a corps of mounted police automobiles carrying Mayor Ward, AL dermen Parker, ONeill, Forney, Gregg and Estes
 Chief Bennett of the Birmingham force was accompanied by Harry Jones, the chairman of the fire committee, followed by five local company wagons. Thea, preceded and followed by uniformed fire men, came the volunteers apparatus with brass bands at intervals.
 At the reviewing stand, where thou sands were gathered, President Hudnall made short talk introducing Alderman Harry Jones, who declared that he was honored to represent the mayor of the greatest city in the south. He paid noble tribute to the fire boys considering them as brave as the men behind the guns, and more deserving of monuments when they lose their lives in the discharge of duty. He welcomed them to the city in a well pointed and humorous talk.
 M R. Striplin, chief of the Taladega fire department, replied for the visitors. He said:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-05-20
For County Superintendent.

dent of education is told in the following:
 Henry Page Burruss =. =. =. 1910
 I. W. McAdory ... =. ... ... 4505
 P. M. McNeil =. ... =. ... =. 291S The total vote in this contest is 923S from the 56 boxes, which indicates that the vote in mondays primary was prob ably the heaviest ever cast in Jefferson county
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26
THE WEATHER.
Local Daily Weather Report for the
 Arizona Republican.

Torccast for today-fair.
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26
OBITUARY.

Died. February 22, 1908, at o'clock D. m. at her home. BIO North Fifth avenue, Phoenix. Arizona. Mrs. Lucy J. Chenoweth, wife of A. B. Cheno- weth. and eldest daughter of Major Israel B. Donaldson and his wife Lucy Ann Donaldson of San Marcos, Texas. Mrs. Lucy Chenoweth was born in Lewis county, Kentucky. on Sentem- Der 9. 1883, being 74 years and five months old. She joined the Christian church in Barry. Pike county. Illinois. being member for sixty years. She much. During her last sickness she was confined to her bed two days, be- ing unconscious a part of the last day. She died seemingly with but little pain. The cause of death was Brights dis ease. She was the mother of two sons and three daughters. She leaves a husband, son George, and daughter. Mrs. W H. Nall in Phoenix: daughter, Mrs Ed P Baldwin. at Fort Worth Texas; son, H. w. Chenoweth in Nashville. Tenn. a son. in-law, w. H. Nall. in Phoenix; a daughter in-laW. Mrs. IT. w. Chen oweth. in Nashville. Tenn: a son-in- law John C Meredith. in san Antonio. Texas: a son-in-laws Ed. P. Baldwin. Fort Worth. Texas: and also nineteen grandchildren. one great grandson and three sisters and three brothers in
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26

Texas, and unnumbered nephews and nieces in Illinois, Missouri, California, Oregon, Texas, etc. She was a mem Der of the Masonic order, a daughter of Major Israel B. Donaldson, a Mason of many degrees, at Barry, III. She has three brothers who are Masons at Marcos Texas. Her father was dis trict or probate judge in Pittsfield, Ills, and a member of the Kentucky legislature. He was major in the U. $. army from Illinois, during the war with Old Mexico. He made two trips overland to California in '49 and afterwards. accompanied on one of the trips by Josiah Alkire. formerly of Phoenix and was the first marshal of Kansas under President Pierce and died within two months of being 90 years old. Mrs. Chenoweth's mother was Lucy Ann Lee. a cousin of General Robert F.. Lee. Mrs. Chenoweth was a loving wife, mother and neighbOr, sympathetic and kind to the invalid and sick. She was always anxious about the appearance. comfort and Christian living g'of her husband. chil- dren and every person. She believed and loved God. the Divine Spirit and Christ our Savior
 The breaved husband
 A. B. CHENOWETH.
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26

last night from Tucson where he at tended the first state council of the Knights of Columbus. MT. Morrison left this morning for Prescott but.Mrs. Morrison will remain in the city for a couple of weeks.
 The fact that d state council of the Knights of Columbus has been estah- lished, itself proves the remarkable growth of the order in this territory where the first local council was set up only two or three years ago, for there cannot be a state council with membership of less than 400. There is a margin over that in Arizona; in fact, it is thought that the member ship is nearer 500
 The first officers of the state coun cil are: F. E. Cole of Bisbee, state deputy; J. C. Welch. state secretary; E. J. F. Horne of Prescott, state treas urer: J. l. Reilly, state warden; Flu gene Brady O'Neill state advocate; Capt. P. P. Carey. chaplain of the post at Whippple, state chaplain.
 The first annual meeting of the council Uhis was a special meeting) will be held at Globe on the second Tuesday of May.
 The members of the council were given a warm welcome by the citizens of Tucson. Though that duty had not been on the program. the order really opened the new hotel, the Heidel at Tucson where a banquet was rendered on Saturday night, attended of 275 persons consisting of members, their wives and sYeethearts
 As is well known, MT. Morrison is taking a deep interest in the matter of the selection of d delegation to the national republican convention and is earnestly opposing an instructed dele gation. Such opposition he says is the overwhelming sentiment in the south.
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26

that is in Pima and COchise counties. as it is in the northern counties and he believes that as the time for the making up of the delegation approach es, the republican voters of the terri tory are becoming keenly interested in the subject. What they will do at the primaries MT. Morrison regards as d foregone conclusion. This is the quadrennial season when residents of the territory can come more nearly than at any other time, to exercising an influence in national politics. They cannot vote for the candidate for pres ident but they can play part, per haps a small one, and then perhaps ar important one, in the selection of candidate.
 Whatever the republicans may de- eide to do at the primaries should be gracefully accepted by all republicans though some of them might like to have something different done. The people MT. Morrison believes should be permitted to decide for themselves in this the only time in four years when they will be given a voice in national affairs.
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26
r. Didn't Follow.

A reporter was discussing with Geo. Ade his candidacy for the republican national convention.
 By the way. Mir. Ade," the reporter said m departing, Il understand that you are at work upon tragedy.
 The humorist smiled
 "A tragedy for Eddie Foy perhaps Ke said.
 NO: seriously, are you not writing tragedy"
 Of course not. Whaat is there in me to suggest tragedy writing?
 'But you write.''
 ..I write-hence I can write traSedy' chg Your logic is like the English butchers. An English butcher. you knew. inserted this advertisement m the Times. Daily Mirror and other leading London sheets
 Having now secured the services of a university man for our slnall goods department. We can supply real Canbridge and oxford sausages at three pounds for one shilling.
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26
SANTA FEE TIME TABLE.
PHOENIX CITY TIME.

Leave. Arrive. "The Diamond Jo," for Hot Springs function, Wicken- burg, Prescott and branch points, Jerome, Ash Fork, Los Angeles, San Fran cisco and all points west ...........2:O0 am. 2:35 am. "The Daylight Express" for Hot Springs Junction Castle Hot Springs), Wickenburg, A. & c. branch points, Congress Junction, Prescott, Ash Fork, Denver, Kansas City, Chicago and all points east. .8:00 am. 4:10 pm. No trains on A. & c. Ky. or Poland branch Sum days.
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26
NERALS-The
WEDNE ESDAY

funeral of Ralph c. Barr will be held today at 2:3O, at the parlors of Moore and Mcclellan. interment at Green wood. That of Leon Sazzavini will take place at 4 o'clock, interment at the Catholic cemeter-.
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26

Rozensweig's jewelry store Is nov located in new quarters at anu F.. Washington Street
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26
VIOLIN LESSONS

At Prof. Fountains Music Store. All the latest songs.
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26
THE REPUBLICAN VOTERS
 WILL BE READY 10 SAY

or Not the Delegation to the National Convention Shall Be In- structed.
 Hon. Robert E. Morrison returned
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26

Yo1r grocer returns your money If you don't like Sehilling's Best: VIC pay him.
Arizona republican., 1908-02-26

Good tea, close price. There IS no other way to build a good business or keep a good business.
New-York tribune., 1908-07-13
DEATH OF INVALIDS.

Mrs Andrews, of East Orange. reports the death
OF Mrs Henry J. Ducloss. of Dorchester, Mass,
one OF her invalid pen friends on June 80. Mrs.
Andrews writes: i very fond of this shut-in
friend. received her name from The Tribune
some years ago and corresponded regularly.
She was bright and cheerful in spite OF her az
fiction
Miss Miller writes THAI Miss Comfy, Of Newton,
N J.. the consumptive woman, released from
her sufferings June q. The money contributed
by T. S. S members and sent through the office
added much comfort TO her last days. Miss Miller
adds: BY degrees and more people Of the
became interested and helpful. and quantities
of flowers fruit and other delicacies sent in
The last three weeks her friend left her work and
remained with her constantly, benevolent persons
promising that they should not want for the neces-
saries OF life Her friend had also kept up pay
ments her life insurance policy. which provided
FOR her burial Again thank the T. S. s
tor all its kindness 10 this lonely dying woman
New-York tribune., 1908-07-13
RECREATION DAYS

These are the days when tired mothers and little
children whose only playground is the hot, close
s--sets need Z change. II only for q day. in the
shne into many dreaTy places.
AZ the Restawhile camp al Caldwell. y J.. the
bavs from Brooklyn now occupying II hnd every
nav 2 delight Five more viii go this week. and
ms Sunshine Club, OF Caldwell. has raised most Of
nc money 10 meet expenses, a report OF which
vi be MADE later
The children who have the privilege Of enjoy
NJ happy DAYS az Mont Lawn. near Nyack feel
thzt their lives have fallen in pleasant places as
svs~ything that makes childhood bright is done
.c- them
The Mothers Sunshine Circles have had a pleas
at days outing at Bronx Park, and it a gen
ut,t sunshine picnic that everybody enjoyed
TIE negro children are beginning 10 clamor for
ther annual outing, and it will be possible
70 send them TO Fort George. for lack of proper
accommodations this year, some other nearby re-
The freedom Of ronping IN green fields.
On Friday Ms. P. A. Frost conducted q party
o. ten 10 the T s. s. Rest House at Clark's Falls.
The Poughk keepsie ''shut-in'' who received money
for e sunshine Grive is happy in the thought of
leaving her room for a day 10 enjoy the outdoor
world. This pleasure comes TO her only once a
year, when Sunshine makes il possible for her
70 &c
4 special sIft of g viii enable the consumptive
nan Z the Seton Hospital 10 have his much
longed-for drive TINS week.