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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
SEVEN KILLED IN
 TROLLEY WRECK
Fifteen Persons Receive h.
 jurieS In Fatal Collision
SIGNALS MlSUNDERS FOOD
Passenger Train Strikes Electric Car In Middle and Brushes the Peo- pie To Death Before 1t
 Could Stop.

Toledo O., February 15.-At least seven are dead and 15 injured as a re- suit of a collision between a crowded electric interurban car on the Toledo and Western and a Michigan Central flyer, outbound. at 7:35 at the crossing of the Michigan Central tracks in West Toledo.
 The dead identified at this time are:
 James Myers, motorman, of Toledo.
 Mrs. William Fisher and son Roy of Toledo.
 In addition there are two small boys one man and one woman dead.
 Burt Blankley of Sylvaina, George Brangdon of Toledo and Mayor Jones and wife of Sylvania are among the more seriously hurt, and the first two are believed to be fatally injured
 So far as can be learned at this time the wreck was due to a misunderstand- ing of signals. The conductor of the electric car. whose name has not been learned, ran to the crossing as usual and claims to have signalled the mo- torman to wait This, eye witnesses say he failed to do, and that as he came on to the track the passenger train struck the car squarely in the middle and carried it 800 feet down the track before it could stop. With the car went the crushed and mangled dead and injured and before the train was stopped their bodies were strewn along both sides of the track.
 The car was reasonably well crowded and so far as can be learned there was not single person aboard that was not killed or injured to a greater or lesser extent.
 The unidentified man, woman and two children are believed to be Clarence Beech, his wife and two sons of Syl- vania, O.
 The train which did the grewsome work is known as the Big Four" flyer, bound for Cincinnati from Detroit. The car was in charge of Motorman James Myer. who was killed, and Conductor Fred Potter of Sylvania.
 As soon as the wreck occurred every ambulance in Toledo was called to the scene, which is about tn rec miles from Toledo, and the work of removing the dead and injured was begun.
 Only two of the people on the car were able to go to tn cir homes, and early reports from the hospitals say that three more are likely to die. All the injured are from Toledo or Syl- Vania.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
DRUNKENNESS CAN BE CURED
Orrine Effects Cure or Money
 Will Be Refunded

Orrine is a scientific treatment for the drink habit. It is not a theoretical rem edy, waiting for somebody to test 1t. Or rine has been used for years; it has lifted tens of thousands to worthy manhood, and has the indorsement of grateful men and women in every state of the union. Read this letter from Jacobs Pharmacy, who has handled Orrine in this city for a number of years:
 Tt gives us pleasure to report our ex- perience in selling Orrine. Before taking the agency for it, we investigated your claims for it as cure for inebriacy, and became convinced of its value. Now, after five years time, and having sold many thousand boxes. we have still more con fidence in it because we are constantly hearing good reports and of men re- deemed to sober life by it's use"
 Orrne is in two forms When desir- ing to give secretly, Orrine No. 1 should be purchased. If the patient will vol untary take the treatment. Orrine No. 2 should be secured The guarantee is the same in either case--cure effected or money refunded. Oprine costs but $1 per box Mailed in sealed package on receipt of price Write to the Orrine company, Washington, D. C., for a free booklet, mailed in sealed envelope. Orrine is sold in this city by Jacobs Pharmacy. 209-11 North 18th street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
MINERAL FIND IS
 REMARKABLY RICH
GOLD, SILVER AND COPPER ARE DISCOVERED IN CULEBRA GUT OF PANAMA CANAL AND GOV EMINENT WILL PROFIT.

Harrisburg, Pa, February 15.-Ores, con- taining gold, silver and copper, have been found in the celebrated Culebra cut of the Panama canal. This has been ascer- tained by chemical investigation at the laboratory of Col. H. c. Demming, con- sulting state geologist in this city. Three lots of the ore were sent here for de- termination and in every one of them the three metals were found, one of the samples being considerably richer in the precious metals than the others. Larger quantities are to be shipped to ascertain what the profits will be when ores are properly worked up in bulk. The belief here is that all the returns of the rich find will inure to the United States gov ernment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
AGREEMENT MAY
 YET BE REACHED
SOUTHERN RAILWAY OFFICIALS CONFER WITH EMPLOYES' CON- MITTEE AND REDUCTIONS IN WAGES MAY FOLLOW.

Washington, February 15.-(Special.)- Although at the conferences today be- tween the Southern Railway officials and the committee on behalf of the machin- ists, no agreement was reached, 1t is thought all parties interested will be able to make a satisfactory arrange ment in few days. From what can be learned tonight it is thought no .strike will occur in the shops, but owing to heavy falling off in receipts on all lines the men will have to submit to a reason able cut in wages. salaries of officials and clerks already having been reduced.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
chances in the Army.

Washington, February 15-President Roosevelt has decided to admit members of the organized militia to competition for appointments to the grade of second lieutenants in the army. Candidates for the examination must be unmarried, must not be less than 21 or more than 27 years of age, and must have been a member of the militia of the state from which he was designated continuously for not less than two years prior to being named for examination
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
Two Bishops Removed.

St. Petersburg, February 15.-Bishops Seraphim of Orel and Hermogen of Sera- toy have been removed from the holy synod and ordered to return to their dio- cesses because of their connection with reactionary intrigue against Antonius, the Metropolitan of St. Petersburg. The bishops drafted a report attacking the Metropolitan and purporting to express the views of the holy synod and presented it to the Emperor. Learning of this the Metropolitan convolxed the synod and questioned each member individually until he ascertained the authorship of the report. Then he rated the reaction aries before their brother prelates and demanded their retirement from the synod
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
Fashion and Fat.

Isn't 1t fortunate that when fashion de- mands slender gracefulness of women who have to break corset laces to make themselves even presentable that science steps in and makes their task easy?
 For dieting and exercising 1t has substi- tuted a pleasant wholesome mixture that can be obtained at small cost from any druggist, viz: 1a ounce Marmola, 1a ounce Fluid Extract Cascara Aromatic, and 31z ounces Syrup Simplex.
 One teaspoonful of this mixture after meals and at bedtime will take off four to seven pounds of fat week without caus- ing wrinkles, interfering with the diet, or distressing the stomach in the slightest
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
Desperate Negro Captured.

Meridian, Miss. February 15.-(Speclal ) News has reached Meridian of the capture of one of the two negroes who escaped after shooting down Cooper Henderson and wounding County Convict Manager Sam Culpepper srhe negro is said to have beef captured by Culpepper and confined in the jail at Meehan Junction. From there he is expected to be brought to this city and confined in the county jail, but there are fears that he may fall a vic- tim to the enraged people of that locality before the transfer can be made.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
No Increase of Salaries.

Washington, February 15-In eonson- ance with his attitude expressed yester- day, MT Macon of Arkansas caused to be stricken from the legislative, executive and judicial appropriation bill in the House of Representatives today the pro vision for increases in the salaries of assistant secretaries of the interior. Pro- posed increases for other such officials suffered similar fate yesterday. The reading of the bill proceeded slowly on account of points of order against varl- ous items pertaining to administrative features of the several departments.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
Watchman Found Dead.

New Orleans, February 15.-With his skull crushed and bullet wounds in his chest and abdomen, Sylvant Ducos, a watchman employed at one of the Stand ard oil plants in this city, was found dead in a yard in the rear of the plant today. It is clear the man was the yic- tim of thieves frustrated in their attempt to rob the office sof the plant. Sixty dol lars, which the watchman is known to have had with him, was taken by the murderers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
No Trouble In Persia.

London, February 15-No credence whatever is attached here to the reports from Vienna last night that the Shah of Persia has been assassinated The charge d'affaires of the Persian legation in Lon don declared today that there was no ground for apprehension and that if any thing had happend to the Shah the lega- tion undoubtedly would have been notified A telegram received here from Paris says the Persian minister to France re- ceived several telegrams from Teheran last night on ordinary business and that no mention was made of any incident that could have occasioned the rumor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
THAD MULLIN
 IS CANDIDATE
WELL KNOWN FORMER CHIEF
 OF FIRE DEPARTMENT SEEKS
 PLACE ON BOARD OF REVENUE.

No candidate for member of the coun- ty Board of Revenue has created great CT interest by his entrance into the race than Thad Mullin, Birmingham's for nler chief of the fire department whose announcement is contained in this issue of The Age-H Herald.
 Thad Mullin is one of the best known and most popular men in Jefferson county. He headed the Birmingham fire fighters for sixteen years. In this office he not only satisfied the Board of Mayor and Aldermen and the city whom he served but attracted atten- tion of outside states and cities for the splendid work he did
 MT. Mullin resigned the office of chief of the fire department several years ago to devote his time and attention to his private interests. He was reared in Opelika and came to Jefferson county a quarter of a century ago. Since his coming here he has been identified with every progressive movement of the county and city and has In this way acquired an intimate knowledge of the needs of the people of the district. As a member of the Board of Revenue, he would bring the experience of a suc- cessful business man as well as capable public servant. He Is a householder and a taxpayer on a number of pieces of property He is interested in good roads and in the county's general wei fare. He Is in the prime of life, ac- tive mentally and physically and thor- oughly abreast of the times.
 Thad Mullin has a large number of friends who urged him to make the race and they feel confident that he will be elected in the approaching democratic primary. MT. Mullin has all ways served the democratic party with answering fealty. Popular personal ly, found efficient in public service, a citizen and tax payer interested in everything that concerns the welfare of the city and county, his friends and supporters present him as eminently fit for the office to which he aspires
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
Remember the Maine"

Havana, February 15.-The tenth anni- versary of the destruction of the Maine was observed here today. fleet of tugs and launches congregated about the wreck of the battleship on which were deposited many floral offerings. Probably this was the last time the wreck will be decorated, as it is expected 1t will be removed within the year to clear the entrance to wharves about to be con- structed by the government.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
Change To Better Prison.

Galveston, February 15--It was learned here tonight that Dr. c. S. Earle, C.. T. Richardson and William Mason, the three Americans serving a life sentence in Mexico, have been removed from the San Juan De Luina prison in Vera Cruz harbor. at the instance of President Diaz. Appeals from relatives and friends, com blaming of the cruelties and hardships imposed upon the prisoners of this noted prison. were reported to Diaz and he or dered their removal to a plantation about 50 miles from Vera Cruz.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
BRYAN IS INDoRSED.
oklahomans Express Choice In the
 State Primaries.

Guthrie, Okla, February 15-In the democratic primaries in the state. held to- day to elect delegates to the state con- vention, w. J. Bryan was indorsed by every one of the 75 counties. The dele gates were instructed to select an in- structed Bryan delegation to the Denver convention. w. w. Murray, president Of the constitution convention, will prob ably head Oklahoma5s delegation.
 Governor Haskell and the two United States senators, Owen and Gore with MT. Murray. were indorsed for delegates at large.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
Deaths From the Storm.

Dallas, Tex, February 15.-Reports re- ceived today from the storm-swept dis trict of Tyler, place the number of dead at three. c. A. Francis, his wife and child, and eight. injured, all of whom
 it is expected will recover. Those who sustained injuries are: Mrs. irwin Frank lin. and three children, and four ne- groes. all of whom are painfully bruised
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
HUNDLEY HEARING
 IS CARRIED OVER
NO WITNESSES ARE EXAMINED RELATIVE TO THE CONFlRMA- TON OF JUDGE HUNDLEY AND CASE IS CONTINUED.

Washington, February 15.-(Special.)- No witnesses were examined today by the Senate judiciary subcommittee hav- ing charge of the nomination of Judge Hundley. The case was continued until next week, but it is uncertain as to the day the hearing will be resumed. At the next meeting it is expected the opponents of Judge Hundley will commence to put questions to him regarding certain points at issue
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
Suit Against Jim Crow"

Guthrie, Okla. February 15.-Suit was filed in the United States circuit court tonight asking for an injunction against the railroad companies to restrain them from carrying into effect the Jim Crow law. The petition states that it Is in vio- lation of the enabling act, which provides that there shall be no distinction in the state on account of race, color, etc.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
Gone To Hunuarv,

New York, February 15.-The Count and Countess Laszlo Szechenyi sailed for Europe today on the steamer Kaiserin Auguste Victoria. They were accompanied by MT. and Mrs. Hary Payne Whitney The Countess, who was formerly Miss Gladys Vanderbilt, said that the Count and she would stop in London en route to Hungary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
BUcKETsHoPs KILLED.
Governor Noel Has Signed the Bill Ending Future Trading.

Jackson, Miss. February .-(Special.)- Governor Noel has signed the anti-bucket- shop bill, a measure which absolutely puts an end to all dealings in futures in this state, but he has not yet set the seal of approval on the statutory prohi- bition bill. However, that Is looked for Monday and there is not 8 man in the state who doubts that he will sign it with a great flourish.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
Postal Chances,

Washington, February 15.-(Special.)- Richard W. Lynch has been appointed postmaster at Deer Park. Washington county. vice A. M. Souther. died James J. Gaines appointed regular, Robert H. Murdock, substitute, rural free delivery carrier route No. 3 at Attalla.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
Bryan Is the Choice.

Topeka, February 15-Bryan was in- dorsed for President at the primary cleo tions held in 14 counties held in Kansas today. In the republican elections Taft was named in similar number of counties.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
Vale Defeats Harvard.

Yale defeated Harvard in the deciding game of the intercollegiate hockey championship at the St. Nicholas rink tonight by score of goals to ?. Neither team had been defeated this season.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
St. Nicholas Cafe. Dainty Lunches
 IF M. TO BOO P. M,
 116 Nineteenth Street
Democrats For Bryan.

Fort Worth, Tex. February 15.-At . meeting of the democratic state execu- tive committee in this city today, Fort Worth was selected as the place for the state convention in May to nominate dee- gates to the national convention at Den. yer. The committee indorsed William J. Bryan for the democratic presidential nomination.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16

!. Stock reducing auction sale will be continued this week ow- ing to the rainy weather of past week. Seats and presents for ladies.
 F.W. BRoMBERG, Jeweler.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
ANNOUNCEMENT.
or Superintendent of Education.

For Superintendent of Education. trH. F. Burruss is a candidate for county superintendent of education, for Jeffer- son county, subject to the action of the democratic primary.
 Prof. I. W. McAdory announces as a candidate for Superintendent of Educa- ton for Jefferson county, subject to the action of the democratic primary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16
For Board of Revenue.

I hereby announce myself a candidate for the Board of Revenue of Jefferson county, subject to the action of the dem- ocratic primary. J, ED HAIGLER.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16

Steven D. Haley is a candidate for member of the Board of Revenue of Jeff ferson county, subject to the action of the democratic primary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-02-16

I hereby announce myself a candidate for the Board of Revenue of Jefferson county, subject to the action of the dem- ocratic primary
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
JOINT MEETING OF
 BASEBALLL LEAGUES

New York, December 10.-A novel fea- ture of today's two baseball leagues an- nual meetings was a joint social gather ing of these two organizations At the suggestion of President Ban Johnson of the American aggregation. representatives of the American and National leagues ex- changed felicitations in the Waldorf Astoria. All the members of the Amer ican league were represented, and all of the National, excepting New York, which has not appeared at any of the sessions.
 The meeting was called for no specific purpose, save that of harmony, and a wish to foster spirit of cooperation. President Pulliam of the National league said that as the American league had departed from a me-honored custom by holding it's annual meeting in this city, the National league would reeiproeate by holding it's spring schedule meeting in Chicago
 At the concluding session of the Amer ican league c. W. Somers of Cleveland was reelected vice president, and the board of directors was made to comprise the presidents of the Detroit, St. Louis, Philadelphia and Washington clubs.
 The National league voted to create a fund for the erection of monument to the memory of Henry Chadwick, "the father of American baseball"
 Resolutions were adopted in memory of Frank deHass Robinson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
MANNER OF TRIAL
 OF NIGHT RIDERS

Union City, Tenn, December 1o.-s Whether the venire of jurors from which the trial jury is to be chosen shall be selected by the court or In the usual man. ner at random from among those eligible for service is the immediate question at issue in connection with the trial of the alleged night riders of Reelfoot lake, un- der indictment on a charge of murder The state insists that the venire should be personally selected by Judge Jones, while the defense desires the usual pro- cedure to be followed. Both sides pre- scented their contentious to Judge Jones today. and decision will be announced Monday when the cases are called for trial.
 Other than arguments as to the method of selecting the venire, todays court pro- ceedings consisted of the denial of the plea of the defense in abatement and the entering of formal pleas Of not guilty in behalf of the alleged night riders. Ex- cept in one instance, the accused went through today's ordeal stoically Fred Pinion was the exception, and he gave free vent to his emotion when greeted by his wife and children, the first time with whom he had been permitted to converse since his arrest over a month ago.
 The grand jury continued it's investiga- tion today, but no additional indictments were returned.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
GENERAL FIRMIN
 MAY BE PRESIDENT

Mobile, December 10.-That General Fir min will eventually become president of the Republic of Hayti, following another uprising, due to the financial and unset tied conditions of the country resulting in the overthrow of General simon, now at the head of the provisional govern- ment, is the prediction of W. Dewendt, now a resident of Mobile, Ala, political exile of Hayti. his native country.
 Dew endt was secretary of the cabinet under the provisional government of Gen. eral Firmin in 1902 and was one of the 80 that were banshed from the republic from term of seven years and who went to various countries. General Firmin went to St. Thomas, D. W. l., where he is said to be at present, while Dewendt went to Enaqua, New Providence Island, later to New York and thence to Mobile.
 General Firmin, who speaks seven lan- guages, would be more preferable to the European countries as president of the re- public Dewendt states. than General Simon, whose ability to carry out the provisions of the government and secure peace in the country he questions. Con- ditions are ripe for continued uprisings, he said. not only because of the panic that holds the republic in it's grasp at this time but because the people have little confidence in General Sinons executive ability.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
Commercial Club Smoker.

The Enaley Commercial club will give a smoker in their clubrooms in the of- fee block Friday night and every cit izen of Ensley and vicinity is cordially invited to attend.
 A number of matters relating to the welfare of the city will be discussed. Among them will be the opening of the Mulga road, the location of new indus tries and to discuss plans to suitably celebrate the opening of the Ensley boule- vard which will be completed early in January. President Stewart and Secre- tary Hummer are at work securing new members, as they hope to start the new year with q large membership. All cit izens who are interested in the upbuild- ing and welfare of our city are requested to attend
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-11
CONTRACTS FOR
 SUBMARINE BOATS

Washington, December 10.-Two of the submarine boats authorized at the last session of Congress are to be constructed at one of the government navy yards, if satisfactory arrangements as to shop rights for construction with one or more of the submarine boat companies can be made This is a new departure in naval construction. The remaining six boats authorized by Congress will be built by private firms.
 The successful bidders were:
 The Electric Boat company, two boats at s45O, ,45O each, and two boats at s4ss,- 900 each. all four vessels to be delivered on the Pacific coast
 The Lake Torpedo Boat company. one boat at $410,0OO to be delivered on the Atlantic coast. This vessel will be con- structed by the Newport News Ship building company.
 The American Laurent company, one boat at s437, ,500 to be delivered on the Atlantic coast, and to be constructed py the William Cramp & Sons company or Philadelphia