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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06

Tokio, April 5.-A few days ago Count Okuma received a deputation from the Japanese residents of Sacra- mento, Cal and from the Japanese newspaper men of San Francisco, who wished to solicit his views on the emil grafton problem. The count is re- ported by the vernacular papers to have said that it was very difficult to fin1 cut wherein lay the object of the dis patch of the American, battleship squadron to the Pacific at this time. A good deal of capital has been made ot the movement by the European press and it was looked upon there as an occurrence of unusual significance.
 Japan, however had received the as- surance of the United States govern nent that it was not intended as menace to Japan, but was merely un-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06

Paso Robles. Hot springs, Cal. April b. Rear Admiral Robley D. Evans was strong enough today to take two hours carriage ride through the hills surround ing the springs This morning the ad- miral took his first mud bath since his arrival. This was followed by massage treatment for an hour. AS he looked at the hot black, oozy batch of mud and the sulphurous steam rising from it he remarked jocularly:
 "This is nearer hell than l ever was before.''
 He not only enjoyed the experience but declared himself as wonderfully benefited by the treatment
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
JAPANESE EMIGRATION
 POLICY IS EXPRESSED

dertaken for the purpose of training officers and men. Neverth eless, what ever the real object of the government might be, it was indisputable that Japan's emigration policy had been considerably affected thereby, and 1t was not easy to sever entirely the dis patch of the fleet from the policy Japan had lately pursued toward the United States in this connection.
 The analogous problem In the Domin' ion of Canada had likewise bearing upon the case. Canada was British ter Iitory and Great Britain was under obligations to protect the interests O. her colony. The count was therefore of the opinion that the British govern ment had rendered to the Tokio cabinet certain advice, in view of which it had become impossible for the Japanese government to adhere strictly to what might be termed strong foreign DO icy,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06

New York, April 5.-(Special)-The in teresting news cropped out tonight that George Gould, most persistent of the fam fly that is seeking to break up the pur- posed marriage of Mime. Anna Gould and the Prince De Sagan, has dispatched his personal representatives to Europe to in- vestigate the record of the ardent suitor'
 What inkling of evidence MT. Gould has to warrant this extraordinary action has not been divulged, but it IS said to concern the affairs of the prince
 At any rate. Capt. Donald Todd IS sald to be already on his way abroad with orders from MT. Gould to make most
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
OTHER SIDE OF QUESTION.
Banker Will Appear In House To Dis
 cuss Finances.

New York, April 5.-It was learned that A. Barton Hepburn, president of the Chase National bank of this city, and chairman of the currency commission of the American Bankers association, will appear before the House committee on banking and currency in Washington on April 15. MT. Hepburn was invited to come and present his views on finance and he accepted. In order that the ideas of the American Bankers association may be placed before the committee in definite form. MT. Hepburn has called a meeting of the currency commission to be held in Washington April IA.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
ADMIRAL EVANS SHOWS
 RAPID IMPROVEMENT

The admiral felt so strong after the wallow that he decided to take a drive through the hills.
 Although at the springs only four days the sunshine. the baths and the inland air have made a wonderful change in the admirais condition. He can now get around his room on crutches, and could stand on his feet when getting in and out of the carriage today.
 The following bulletin was issued by Drs. Mcdonald and Philippi tonight: "Ad- miral Evans shows steady improvement. He was out for a two hours drive today and thoroughly enjoyed the sunshine and fresh air.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
rwo.cent Rate For Parties.

Jackson, Miss, April 5.-(Special)-A. H. Hanson, passenger traffic manager of the Illinois Central railroad, writes the railroad commission that his company is preparing to put in the 2-eent rate to parties of ten or more, as has been re- quested by the managers of baseball com panies, theatrical organizations. etc. at the hands of the commission. The trouble seems to have been that orders of the interstate commission were in conflict with such party rates, and the Illinois Central states that it has applied to that commission for authority to put in the rate.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
CHURCH ENDANGERED.
Mscreant Attempts To Destroy It By
 Fire,

Bath, Me, April 5.-An attempt to burn the Universalst churc-- was prevented shortly before the opei.ing of the morn- ing service today by Miss Mary Morse, the organst. Gas was escaping from a disconnected pipe under the platform upon which the organ rests. and light ed lamp had been placed close by so as to cause fire and explosion. The plat form was already abaze when Miss Morse discovered it. She summoned the sexton, who put out the fire with few buckets of water. No motive for the ap- parent attempt to destroy the church is known.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06

Lisbon, April 5-The elections here to- day which were conducted poaceably with the exception of minor disorders in some of the disaffected districts. were followed tonight by serious riotng which was only put down by the governments vigorous action on the part of the pol I'd the troops. The rioting broke 9xek -ferent parts of the city, as thoug l& 0 prepared plan. The guards, whctzSsE en patrol ing, and others wnic',f6A cen held in reserve, were imm1 <TLS Ordered into action, and they %91 iy charged the mobs that in pl c .S { the streets, but without enec, 4& ioters used clubs. stones and wh other weapons were at hand, and ally the troops were obliged to fire upon them, killing and wounding a number.
 This determined action on the part of the authorities seemed to have the desired effect. and shortly the mobs were dis persed
 At late hour most of the republican voters had gone to their homes, but bands of youths continued to demonstrate be- fore the churches. They confined their disorders, however, to shouting, and a recurrence of serious disturbances during the remainder of the night did not seem probable.
 With the exception of minor disorders at Anjos and Alcantara, the elections passed off quietly throughout the country so far as present advices indicate. In this city slight disturbances occurred during the day in certain sections owing 10 the num- Der of electors who suspected that un- fair nethods were heinz adent ad Thcre
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
Neareos To Discuss Politics.

Philadelphia April 5.-To determine the
 wsest political course to be pursued by the colored citizens of the country national conference of colored men will
 meet in this city Tuesday, April :. The call for this conference was sent cut by Rev. William H. Scott president ef the Suffrage league of Boston: Bishop Alexander Walters, president of the Ma tional Afro-American council. and VII liam M. Trotter. president of the New England Constitution and Suffrage league.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
OIL CUSTER IS GODSEND
 TO CHURCH AND MEMBERS

today that a large force had to be kept at work to care for the oil. The lucky strike Is a Godsend to tho struggling con gregation. which is in debt for its proper ty and owes it's pastor back salary.
 The we'll it is believed. will pay off all debts and provide a neat sum besides for future expenses. It is expected to settle down to not less than 100 barrels day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
GEORGE GOULD PROBING
 PRINCE DE SAGAN'S PAST

hasty and at the same time most thor ough probes into the whoe of De Sa- gan's past. Meanwhile the prince has daily sight of the lady of his choice and is evidently also in confab with the mem- bers of her family, who are frowning upon his suit. Today Madame Gould and the prince went to a matinee box party in theatre. Madame Gould ap- peared in excellent health despite the recent reporti of her illness. Earlier in the day she was visited in the St. Regis hv Howard Gould, who remained some time and who looked a bit exasperated when he emerged He declined, however, to explain what affected him or what had been the object of his call.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06

the chief of the Manchurian administra- tion to Pelin for the purpose of dispos- ing of all Manchurian questions in cate gorcal manner.
 Russia and Japan, it is declared here, are of the opinion that China never would have been aware of the strength of her diplomatic position in Manchuria, and es- pecially at Harbn, where Japan supports Russia, had it not been for the interfer- ence of the consular representatives or the United States. Last November Rus sia intimated that Mr. Fisher was respon- sjble for the attitude of China, and today 1t is declared in Picking that she regards the United States as responsible Tor the present complication over the Harbin mu- nicipality As for Japan for six months past she has been trying at Washington and elsewhere to counteract the activities of the American consuls in Manchurla.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06

be held in the Reformed church at Peters, vile, the cabbage patch oil district of this county today, because the congrega- tion having gone into oil pros 'ctng.
 struck a gusher last night on the church lot 50 feet from the building. The flow came in so strong during the night and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
Chinese Insurgents Active.

Hong Kong, April 5.-There has been revival of insurgent activity at Yum Chow, in the province of Shansi, several hundred miles from Pekin. Reports re- ceived here state that provincial troops and the insurgents have had a sanguin- arv conflict lasting 4S hours. The engage ment was not decisive.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
UNIVERSITY STUDENTS
 BESIEGED ON ARMORY

until the banquet hour Monday evening. The sophomores discovered them today and tried to mount to the camp with lao- ders. The freshmen, however, had armed themselves with iron hooks attached to long poles and drew up the sorhs ladders as fast as they were placed. One sopno- more hung onto ladder until 1t was 70 feet in the air before he dropped.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
Steamship Rate War.

Liverpool, April 5.-It is announced that the cut in steerage rates on steamers be- tween the Mediterranean and the United States has been met by one of the lead ing British lines and that other lines are expected to follow suit.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
ToIstoi Is Appreciative

St. Petersburg, April 5.-Count Leo Tol- stoi has written to the "Tolstoi birthday committee expressing appreciation for the honors which are being arranged for him, but finally declining to accept them.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06

.,,a ,oosl nopulation. Inasmuch as Amer ;aax, interests are concentrated in the sonth and not in the north of Manchu- ria the paper says this American pro tast rea,Iv concerns Japan rather than Russla. The way of Russia is clear. she must not complicate her position Tn tne orient, but she must maintaln the ,,Ss S"tu9 ,us o,o and avoid any step that would III. II. uoT ,,o,,,e a revision of the existing order or .Ie;nes voiee which are a guarantee of Russia triendiv srnnSIi relations with China and 1a-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06
King Edward Receives News.

NIHy EuWdTu HcCcTVeS NcWs'
 Biarritz, April 5.-A special courier arrived here today with the letter of resignation from Sir Henry Campbeli- Zimmerman, the British prime minister. 1t was announced later that King Ed ward had accepted the premier's resig nation and had summoned Herbert II Asquith, the chancellor of the ex- chequer to come at once to Biarritz. It Is the understanding here that the premiership will be offered by the King to MT. Asquith.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06

ence in government, holding the posi- tons of financial secretary to the war office twice. secretary to the admiralty twice, secretary of state for war, and for a brief time in 1sS4-s5, chief secretary for Ireland.
 At that trying period the Irish mem bers were devotinE all their efforts to making that office untenable, but MT Bannermg Hns r attacks with unfailing goo dy wit.
 He came moas itly before the public eye office as secre- tary for Y ne's last goV- ernment.
 A long a ession for the liberals fo gnation of the Gladstone c6l r Henry Camp bell-Banner5g trying time in keeping cis currents which ultimately art's resignation of the les er le party. which was badly
 There was snts doubt as to who was f and by unan- imous vol ef fa4a Zimmerman was chosen in 6fbraa E, to be it's leader.
 Still more tros1 s limes were in store for the leader lth the beginning of the Boer war which made the bitterness be- tween the imperialists and the radical groups more acute than ever. He was bitterly and savagely attacked, but un- uGT In6 BTtdltSl PIONOtdllOI anu III AhN face of the biting criticism of Chamber lain, he maintained his self-restraint.
 Fresh Issues Come Up.
 As the memories of the war died down and the fresh issues came to the front, the friction in the party grew less mo- ticable. But all the differences were not vet healed and even the approach to power had not completely reconciled the various leaders
 It was reserved for an "outsider" to bring the members of the present cab ;net together.
 MT. George Armisted, a former lib eral member from Dundee, who :s known to fame only as one of Glad stones closest friends, had often be- fore played the part of reconciler. 1ie is a man of wealth. and at his London house some six months before the gen eral election he gave a dinner party The guests were Sir Henry Campbell Zimmerman, Sir oyd-George, Sir Morley, Mir. Brill, MT. Asquith, Sir Edward Grey and MT. Haldane, all members of the present cabinet. Roun1 the dinner table the membership of the future cabinet and its policy were decided
 Some months later the King sent for MT. Zimmerman. The latter was able to assure his majesty that he could form a strong and united cabinet. He became prime minister in December, 1905. Office gave MT. Bannerman' ai- ditional strength and firmness and the 1gaysin- which he controlled and swayed his huge majority impressed all par i.amentarians so that thee was no longer any tendency to underrate his ability
 Sir Henry made no pretensions to oratory and he was not ready de- bator, but when he had time for prer- aration, he could make an excellent speech, happily phrased and with dan- aging, though nearly always good -hu- mored hits at his adversares.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-04-06

Ann Arbor, Mich, April 5.-Twenty ohi- yersity of Michigan freshmen scheduieo to make speeches at the annual freshman banouet tomorrow night, are camped to- night on the roof of the local National Guard armory to protect themselves against Kidnapping by the sophomores. Tbe 20 men climbed to their lofty refuge yesterday afternoon prepared to stay there
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-19
HE AGE- HERALD

Entered at the Birmingham Ala,, postoffice as second-elass matter uHusA act of Congress March 3, ls19'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-19
Co-operative Coal Mining.

Tn the present unhappy conditions that have fallen upon this district in the miners strike there seems one outlet for those miners who desire to make their homes here in Alabama" said citizen who is deeply interested in the situation.
 "The University of Alabama and the state have large quantities of coal land that can be leased Now the miners union are renting land and arranging quarters for the evicted miners. Why not let them lease several parcels of coal property and proceed to the mining of coal on some basis satisfactory to themselves as to wages and other matters. l am informed that the miners union is possessed of im- mense sums of money; that they are ex- pending s40,00O or s5OO0O per week in the present strike, supporting the idle miners. If they should elect to do this very troublesome question would be in part set tied The matter could then proceed to work itself out on intelligent, practical and fair lines.
 q do not think that arbitration can ever be brought about. The issue is too acutely drawn and on lines that involve questions other than scab and open shop It would be a splendid stroke for the miners to demonstrate that coal mines can be operated on these lines and prove practical and peaceful"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-19
Maine'S Perennial Issue

On September IA Maine elects a gov ernor, legislature and members of Con- gross. But the chief issue before the people is the liquor question. The state has had prohibitory law 57 years, and constitutional prohibition has been in evidence rather than in force "A years.
 In all this time prohibition has not prohibited. All sorts of schemes exist in the cities. In Bangor each dealer is fined s110 twice year. In Lewiston the City Liquor agency, which oper- ates under state law, sells 5000 a week for medicinal and mechanical purposes. In Portland there are 55 arrests per 1000 of population for drunkenness a year.
 This condition has existed until the people have begun to desire a change. The democrats in the approaching elec- tion favor resubmission of the entire question to the people. This involves of course a constitutional amendment. The republicans on the other hand pro- | pose to pass what is known as the Sturgess act. This act proposes to take away from county sheriffs all authority | to enforce prohibition to vest it in a commission appointed by the state.
 There is good deal of opposition to the republican programme, although 1 all feel that either prohibition should prohibit in Maine or else it should cease to be a policy of the state.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-19
THE FARMAN EPISODE,

From the Washington Post.
 At the very moment of Captain Bald wins triumph with his drigible, Henri Fnman, the French aeronaut, was slip ping his aeroplane on board ship, under cover of night, to go back to his native land in bitterness and disappointment. But a few weeks ago Farman was the talk of two continents, and Baldwin was merely the algebraical X, yet to be dis covered The two men illustrate well the ups and downs that are the portion of originality.
 The Farman episode is most unfortu- nate His appearance in this country seems to have been nothing more than part of a scheme, on the part of certain fertile-brained Americans, to make money. He had been largely advertised. and these men thought they saw an op- portunity to reap the benefit of it. They had no real interest in aeronautics nor apparently any high motive, such as en- couraging the development of science in this country. But they thought that Far mans flights would attract crowds and put large sums in their own pockets
 They were disappointed The American public has none of the enthusiasm of the French public for experimental exhibi- tions. Could Farman have established an aeroplane route to carry people from Brooklyn bridge to Coney Island they would have Hooked in shoals to his en- terprise. But they had no great amount of curiosity to be satisfied by paying to witness his performances The venture as a money maker was a failure The moment his American packers saw this they promptly dropped the aeronaut. They even refused to pay the bills al- ready contracted. Farman was obliged to slip his machine aboard ship under cover of darkness to prevent it being seized by the creditors of the venture.
 Little wonder that the Frenchman left our shores with anger on his lips and bitterness in his heart He will re- turn to Europe with another tale of how villainy of Hes Americans" and of how they take the stranger in. Certainly Far man has something of a complaint com ing to him. Even if he got a square deal, it was a rough deal, It is unfortu- nate that our relations with the scientific men of the continent almost always end 1 by making them our enemies, while the 1 relations of the continent with our | scientific men invariably end in mutual admiration. Either we are very unhappy | in our choice of the scientists whom we wish to honor, or we are singularly for. | tunate in those who represent us.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-19
IN HOTEL LOBBIES
NeqIected Trees and Grass.

"l heartily commend the work of Mayor Ward in the interest of the City Beauti- ful' and I think every other citizen of Birmingham should take a live interest in the natter said an attorney whose office is in the Title Guaranty building yesterday.
 For the past several weeks I have no- ticed the neglected trees and grass on the county court house lot under my office window and have wondered why this little beauty spot is being so cruelty neglected. During the recent Confederate veterans reunion the scared veterans who vis- ited the city were allowed to lounge on this plot of grass freely No one objected to this small act of hospitality on the part of the county officials. but since that time -there has apparently been no attempt to revive the grass which was trampled down.
 There are three or four trees on this plot of ground also that are being sore ly neglected. If it had not been for the mereiful rain today l am almost certain that they would have died of thirst. Dur ing all the dry. scorching season we have had recently neither the grass nor the trees have had drop of water so far as l have been able to know.
 Tt should be someone's business to care for this ground and so important duty should not be neglected"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-19
Workings of the Primary

The primary is leading to changes in the midwest and every one of those changes is in the direction of radical ism. The primary permitted LaFol- lette to gain control of Wisconsin, and 1t has just declared that the radical MT. Bristow shall have the seat of Sen- ator Long, who stands charged with railroad affiliations. The death of Sen ator Allison will no doubt enable an Iowa primary to seat in that body Gov ernor Cummins, who is another radical, especially in relation to tariff revision.
 The trend of public sentiment in the powerful midwest is unmistakable, and the primary promotes a develop ment of that sentiment. Republican politicians are quick to learn, and they are beginning to see that in these days of primaries radicalism is winning vic tories over conservatism and standpat- ism More victories of the Bristow sort are coming. More supporters of LaFollette will be sent to the Senate, and it is altogether possible that La Toilette himself will become the stand. ard bearer of reformed and radical. ized republican party in 1912
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-19

subject may be brought up in some form. The city, the street car com pany and the legislature all favor free rides for policemen and firemen, and Governor Smith stands quite alone in his opposition to the issuance of passes by street car companies to such off, cials. He has, however, behind him the rate bill of Congress, the demo- cratic national platform, and a general feeling that the pass and the rebate should go out together. As Governor Smith says in his message, We are all human. We cannot receive fayors without being more or less influenced by them.'