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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
GOOD DEMOCRATIC NEWS.
Many Western States Will Turn From
 RepubIicanism.

Buffalo, N. T., August 5.-Word has been received by Chairman Mack from William J. Bryan Tn which the nominee expresses pleasure at the degree of prog ress of the democratic campaign and the belief that he will be elected to the presidency. Messrs. Bryan and Mack are daily in communication and MT. Mack said tonight that MT. Bryan was giving invaluable aid in the direction of the campaign.
 Mir Mack indicated tonight that while the national committee will carry on the fight in all parts of the country the state committees will direct the cam paign in the southern states The chair man said that several states in the north west which have been regarded as re- publican are debatable this year and that lively effort will be waged to turn these states to Bryan. The chairman has received flood of requests to have Mir Bryan speak at different cities and towns all over the United States and while tentative plan has been formed for a general stumping tour of the coun- try by the democratic candidate, only a few dates have been fixed. MT. Bryan s itinerary will probably be announced shortly after his notification on Au- gust F.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
Shopping Center

Birmingham is an attractive shop ping center There are not more than three or four cities in the entire south in it's class In retail business it is especially metropolitan and naturally draws trade from all sections of Ala bama and Mississippi and from parts of Georgia and Tennessee.
 While last falls panic brought tenn porary depression to the industrial world, the splendid crops of the south are conducive to prosperous conditions. Agricultural Alabama feels flush. Bir- mingham( merchants have only to put their heads together and cooperate in order to Nring shopping trade here
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06

conscience called for such action on hls part.
 He became in the House an author ity on financial questions, and soon after he took his seat in the Senate he became member of the Senate finance committee of the committee on appro- priations, and in these two capacities he handled all the great money gues- tions that came up during his long service.
 But it was by virtue of his position as chairman of the republican caucus and chairman of the steering commit tee that he became in fact and in name the leader of his party and of the Sen ate. He was never aggressive, but still he was controlling. He selected his own associates when the steering committee was appointed and with them he determined what bills should be considered and what should not be. This committee is not known to the law, and yet it is the most powerful single agency in the land. It loses q directing hand in the death at an ad- yanced age of the Iowa Senator. He was in his SOth year, and another link with the civil war period of the repup- lie is gone.
 His death will be apt to seat in the Senate after March Governor Cum mins, who belongs to the LaFollette or reform school of republicans. Gov ernor Cummins is an ardent tariff re- visionist, and ke would fight in the Senate side by side with the we'll known and irrepressible Wisconsin Senator
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
Racinu at Fairs.

''If the racing laws of the great states are held effective I believe 1t will result in scattering the fine animals around on the fair circuits" said follower of horses yesterday.
 Right now the thoroughbreds are at a standstill. There is little movement of stables, and the market seems to be dead. The owners don't know what to do.
 Since the big private tracks are ali being closed up the horses will have to go somewhere. and l believe that within another year they will be following the fair circuits, and thus the people all over the country will get the advantage.
 Racing is an attraction which cannot be stopped. It has so much magical in- f1uence on the mind of every class of cit izen that it cannot be held down. If betting is to be stopped this is the only practical solution of the trackmen's troubles, and I think it will result to the good of the country"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
CLEMENTS TALKS
 ON RATE MATTERS

Washington, August 5.-(Special)- Judson C. Clements of the interstate commerce commission came to Wash ington this afternoon to arrange for the hearing on the "reasonableness Of raised rates" in the south, on the com plaint filed by number Of Georgia shippers protesting against the in- crease of freight charges on hay grain. meat and other foods which the railroads announced will go into effect on August l, but which was forbidden for Georgia alone by Judge Emery Speer's injunction, but became opera tive in Alabama, Florida and North and South Carolina. The case IS one of the most remarkable that has yet come up for solution, and the commls- sion officials are much interested Tn the outcome, as it will set precedent for their subsequent actions.
 "The situation in Georgia" said Com missioner Clements, seems somewhat complicated. The railroads, in compliance with our regulations, filed their proposed increases on July l. The new rates went into effect on August l in Alabama, Flor- ida and North and South Carolina, but Tn Georgia the shippers, evidently thinking this was not time to appeal to the com mission, had the roads enJolneu Iroih op- erating the rates in that state. The snip pers now complain to the commission ana ask that the reasonableness of the rates be determined. In my opinion, Judge Speer,s decision merely enjons the rail- roads from collecting the increase in rates until the commission can pass on the question, which we will do as soon as possible. ,
 "But another important question VIII be undoubtedly brought out in the inves- tigation," Mir Clements went on; Tt IS whether the interstate commerce commas sion has the right to pass on the reason ab,eness of rates which are not actually in operation. This phase of the law has not yet come before the commission, and although I think we are authorized to decide the reasonableness of rates at any time, this may furnish nice technical a,,astion w. s.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
Request for Mounted Police.

The petition of the police commission, read before the City Council tonight. is one of vast importance to the house. holders of the Tenth and Eleventh wards '' said a man living in the Eleventh ward last night after the council meeting
 ''The commission requests that it be granted five additional patrolmen and money with which to secure horses for these patrolmen. understand, and I be- lieve I am correctly informed, that there are only two police officers in the Tenth ward and only two in the Eleventh at present. I understand, moreover, that 1t is the intention of the police commission to use the additional officers. if they are granted, in the Tenth and Eleventh wards.
 Owing to the area of the newly an- nexed wards it Is easily seen that two police officers can furnish but little pro- lection, whereas were the number doubled the amount of protection would be more than doubled.
 'In justice to the residents of the two new wards I think the council should grant the request of the police commits sion for the five adtional men"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
SPECIAL MESSAGE SENT.
Hoke Smith Says He Is Ready To Call
 Special Session.

Atlanta, August Ex-Governor Hoke Smith today sent special message to the legislature urging action on several measures which Ec considers of vital im- portance, and stating his readiness to call an extra session If necessary at which the convict question can be disposed of. The measures which Governor Smith mentions as being of primary importance are the anti-lobbying bill. law fixing the time for holding state primaries not earlier than 60 days before the date of election, a new registration law, and provision of a fund for the maintenance of the state college agricultural schools.
 Regarding the convict question, Gov ernor Smith says:
 ''I fear that it will be impossible for you to give to this subject the full con now and the close of the session without now and thee lose of the session without displacing many other important bills.
 Under these circumstances I desire to assure you of my perfect readiness to call an extra session of the legislature immediately after the close of the pres ent session at which you can act upon the convict question.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
General Trade Looking Up

A July and August rise in the prices of stocks does not usually take place in a presidential year, but prices have this year been handsomely advanced, and the tendency is still upward. h. dustrial securities as well as railroad shares are rising in value, and these gains are promoted by the lessened decreases in earnings.
 The money centers do not yet feel the crop-moving drain. It is near at hand, however, and the New York banks are ready to meet it. As soon as cotton and grain begin to move free ly they know that exports will be in creased, and all dangers of loss of gold to Europe will then disappear.
 The cutting of spring wheat in the northwest will soon dissipate the re port of rust and other damage to the crop. It is not believed that the cror has suffered any material damage. Al other crops are coming on finely, nota ply the corn and cotton crops. They are Lotn promising.
 The increased activity in the iror and steel industry is plainly due tt the anticipatioGs of great crops Near ly all railroad shops are full Of mel and many other industries are waking up. A disregard of the presidential campaign and a high regard for crol reports seem to fill the minds of th' people, and the result is they are be coming optimistic. Great crops of cot ton, corn, wheat, hay and oats ar' nearly assured, and noe business maI can see how general business can b. dull when the farmers can secure goot prices for bumper crops.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
FIGHT FOR FORTUNE.
Nephews of Dead Man Are Contestino
 American Claims.

Paris, August 5.-The nephews of Charles Rubens, who died in Paris in 1906, bequeathing his fortune of s2,000,000 to his friends in New York named Schell- heimer and Heidelbach, are contesting his will on the ground that Rubens was in reality a Frenchman named Samuel Woog, who went to America, became nat uralized, amassed fortune In the dia- mond trade and returned to France in 1888. The nephews declare that this be- should be divided in accordance with the French laws. Messrs. Schellheimer and Heidelbach maintain that as the will of Rubens was drawn in America the French laws do not appy. The matter is now be- fore the French courts and decision will be rendered later.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
There is a world elsewhere.
 -Coriolanus.
Biz State Fair In October

Summer is slipping away and the officers of the Alabama State Fair association are up and doing" They do not hesitate to say that they intend to bring together a vast number of interesting exhibits until they are in position to announce the greatest fair ;n the south. The money is in hand to begin the work pron, and more will De secured. General Manager Barnes is busy, and he is preparing to outdo the hurried arrangements of last year. The preparations are we'll advanced, and every day will see the work progressed and broadened up to the opening day on October g.
 All business men in this city know how important state fair is. The people of Alabama want an opportunity to visit their chief city once year, and a state fair is the opportunity they desire If brings low railroad rates to every county, and low railroad rates mean great gatherings here during fair week. All should therefore pull to- eether for the complete success of t1e October state fair
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
Death of Senator Allison

If the dead father of the Senate" had lived until March he would have served 35 years in the Senate, besides serving eight years in the House. His congressional career began on March 1. 1865, and the civil war was then in progress. Petersburg and Richmond were still held by the Confederacy. From that time to the day of his death William Boyd Allison served his coun- try in Congress, period all told of nearly A years In length of service the annals of Congress furnish no par allel case.
 Nor was his service one of routine. He was leader of the cautious sort, and a republican He was perhaps as much a patriot as leader can we'll be In . party-soverned country At any rate he did not hesitahe to vote inds- Depdently when his infQrmation and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
BRIGHTON MARSHAL
 PUT UNDER ARREST

Bessemer, August 5.-(Special)-on ! warrant sworn out before Judge l. II. Benners of Birmingham, J. H. Toumer- lin. town marshal of Brigh ton, was ar rested this afternoon and carried to Birmingham, but he will doubtless make bond, as it is fixed at only s150. The charge grew out of some trouble he had with Mrs. Cox at Brighton last night.
 It is said that he had gone to the Cox residence to arrest one of the chill dren on some misdemeanor charge when Mrs. Cox interfered with him; and 1t is alleged that Toumerlin struck her several severe blows, from the effects of which she Is today in a serious con dition.
 The warrant was sworn out by MT Cox, her husband.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06

this month in increasing volume. John Sparrow's paper, read at the Board of Trade Tuesday, was not only on the right line. but it was a ringing ana business-like presentation of the ad- vantages of Birmingham as a shopping proposition.
 The home trade should be larger this summer than usual and the ter ritory tributary to Birmingham is richer now than ever. Let the mer- chants put forth renewed efforts and the summer may yet bring uncom- monly good returns.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
JIM HAYES DIES.
He Had Been In Declining Health For
 Many Years.

Union Springs, August 5--(Special.)-~ Last night about 1 o'clock Jim Hayes died at the home of his brother Dr. Hayes, after a lengthy illness of Bright's disease. MT. Hayes has been in declining health for two years, but for the past seven weeks has been con- fined to his room. He was 53 years of age and unmarried.
 For many years he has travelled for an insurance company and had many warm friends, being of a genial and sunny disposition. He leaves a sister Miss Fanny Gussie Hayes, and three brothers, D. R. Hayes, nomer naye :, and a brother in Texas.
 The funeral will occur Thursday y morning from the residence, conducted by his pastor, the Rev. E. A. Crawford, and the interment will be in Oak Hill cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
NEW LIE IN THE
 P|G IRON MARKET

Cleveland, O., August 5.-The Iron Trade Review tomorrow will say:
 Heavy buying of pig iron by cast iron pipe interests has brought new life to the pig iron market. A leading pipe interest has, within a few days, purchased 30,000 tons of southern iron and an order for 15,- 900 tons placed recently by New York state pipe concern is announced. The sale Of southern iron places several com panies, which have been making low prices out of the market for the third quarter. Although it may still be pos- sible to buy on a basis of $1150 Birming- ham for No ? foundry, several important interests have advanced their quotations from sl2.25 to s12.5O. In spite of the inn provement in conditions in the south the situation is not such as to justify further advances, which, if made, would prob- ably check buying. The usual sale basis for southern product has been $l15O Bir- ningham.
 In the east there is moderate activity in foundry iron. The average price of Bes- semer for July was s15.s3 valley, the low est figure in October, 1905, and the iron is now selling at $11 .50 valley with lim- ited demand. Basic is also very quiet.
 The production of pig iron for July amounted to 1,225,353 tons, compared with 1,106.300 tons in June, and Il more blast furnaces are in operation.
 In finished materials the strength of the situation lies largely in the very satis- factory specifications that are being re- ceived. Buying by the railroads is still disappointing and some companies which cater almost exclusively to the railroad trade state that their business is very poor. We note. however. an order for 14,- 800 tons of rails placed by the Baltimore and Ohio railroad. An individual is in the market for 300 cars. The light rail demand is fairly active.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
Right Sort of Action

Sheriff Higdon has issued an order to his deputies that should prove ef- fective in preserving the peace and dignity of this county. Some of the striking miners and their sympathlsel $ had manifested such utter defiance of ordinary restraints as to produce a state of lawlessness which at once en- dangered life and depressed legitimate business.
 Had those marching squads and as- semblies intended to intimidate men who wanted to work been prohibited at the start, conditions in this district would have been far more peaceful during the progress of the strike. It is safe to say, indeed, that little or no violence would have been in evidence.
 But the sheriff's order now issued will put an end to the intimidating methods. The sheriff is clear and strenuous, and as he is to be activeIy supported by the governor with the military, there will be no temporizing.
 What the public demands is the SUD- pression of disorder And at this juno ture normal cannot be obtained with out vigorous and determined action on the part of the authorities. Sheriff Higdon is to be warmly commended.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
FULL TIME GIVEN
 AT REDUCED WAGES

New Orleans, August 5.-Commencing next Monday, the Maginness cot ton mills of New Orleans will be run the full six days in the week instead of three as heretofore. While the num- Der of work days will be double, there will be a 20 per cent cut in the wages of the employees. The mills have been operated on short time since last fall, and it was announced today that un- less the employees agreed to general cut in their wages, it would be neces- sary to shut down altogether. Some employees dissented, but a large ma decrease in wages. The mill employs between 1900 and 2000 operatives.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
IN HOTEL HOBBIES
Farmers Are Happy.

"f have never seen such fine pros poets for crops as now appear in every section of North Alabama" said pr. y A. B. Lovett of Bessemer, who passed through the city yesterday on his way to St. Clair and other East Alabama coun- ties.
 "I have just completed tour of North Alabama counties in the interest of the new county amendment to the state con- stitution, and l have been very much gratified at the interest that is being taken in the proposition l believe that it will be carried without material oppo- sition. Of course. am interested in the formation of the new county at Besse- mer.
 "The farmers of Alabama are in fine shape and the growing crop, which is exceedingly promising, will put them in better shape than they have been for years. Much interest is being taken in the farmers institutes that are being conducted by Commissioner of Agriculture A J. Wilkinson in several of the north ern counties. These institutes should re- suit in much practical good to the plant- CTS"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
THE LAST ROAD.

From the Pall Mall Magazine. .. Across the silence of the hills
 (Oh distant hills of dreamD The piper's magic music shrills
 And ripples like stream. ,. Beyond the moor, beyond the fen,
 Thin, tremulous and silver clear, It pierces to the souls of men;
 It calls-and they must hear. The voice of all the crowded town
 (Oh voice of tears and laughterD The piper's charmed note shall drown; They turn and follow after By Its wild lure their feet are drawn
 To walk a way they do not know. Whatever heart be left to mourn
 It calls-and they must go. They leave their hearts desire behind;
 (Oh, witching tune the piper playsD None know what they may hope to find What waits beyond the trackless ways No grief can hold. no love can keep;
 No wild regret their eyes can dim. Whatever heart be left to weep
 Tho ninar calls-they follow him
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
Imnromntu Dance.

Miss Donald Scales of Birmingham was the guest of honor at a most de- lightful dance given tonight at the beautiful Huffman home in Old Jones boro. A string band from Woodward furnished excellent music, and there were just enough couples present to make the affair a most enjoyable one. Those present were: Miss Eth el Adams, Miss Catherine Adams, Miss Mae Adam $. Miss Gladys Huffman, Miss Caryl ruff man, Miss Bessie Mae Brown, and the honoree. Miss Donald Scales of Bir- mingham; Gardner L. Goodwin, Herbert Smith, ". L. Martin, Win Lacey, G. R. Berriman Norman Orcutt, A. E. Patton. J. c. Joyce, Buck Austin, Gene Rarden. and Grover Robinson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
TOO MUCH RAIN.
Troops at Camp Taft Pass Miserable
 Day.

Chattanooga, August 5.-The troops at Camp Taft did little today on account Of the deluge of rain. The camp was flooded and the soldiers passed miserable day. preparations were made for the sham hattie tomorrow The general situation of the battle will be exactly the same as the previous ones. One army fs supposed to be mobilized at Chattanooga ana an other at Dalton, Ga. Then poth armies ore ordered to advance and seize Alex ander's bridge.
 Tn this battle the Alabama national guard and all of the regulars in the camp will he divided as nearly equal as pos sible into blue and brown army.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
OKLAHOMA PRIMARIES.
Late Returns Show Who Are Success
 ful at Polls.

Guthrie, Okla, August 5.-While positive figures are not yet available. late returns tonight from the primary election in Okla homa indicate that the following are the successful nominees:
 United States Senators-Dennis T. Flynn, republican,; Thomas P. Gore, democrat.
 Congress, First District-B. s. Mcclure, republican,: Henry s. Jones, democrat.
 Second District-Richard Morgan, re- publican; Elmer l.. Fulton, democrat
 Third District-C. E. Creager. repupli- can; James Davenport, democrat.
 Fourth District-B. T. Hackley, repupil- can; Charles Carter, democrat.
 Fifth District-No Republican candidate; Scott Ferris. democrat.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
pubIic Library To Open.

Anniston, August 5.-(Special)-The Anniston library will open about sep tember 1. The temporary quarters or the library will be in the ladies re- cention room of the county court house. rbis was determined Tuesday, when the county commissioners kindly agreed lo allow the library association to occupy tbis room. This will only be the tenn norarv home of the library, as the as
 soo,ot tion intends to have more preten- +,ous headouarters in the near future.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
WHILE AWAY FROM HOME.

Birmingham people who are leaving home for the summer should have The Age-HeraId follow them and thus keep Informed about what is taking place in the city and state during their absence. The Age-Herald will be sent to theh, at any address at the regular price, and the address will be changed as often as desired.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
Yellow Fever Quarantine.

Austin. Tex, August 5.--The state of Texas, through the health department, to- day established rigid yellow fever quar- antine against Mexico, an outcome Of a recent tour of the republic by Dr. J. F. Eaves of the state health department. Dr. Eaves reported yellow fever to exist at Vera Cruz La Guna and other points and declared the disease had proven fatal in a number of instances. Previous to tne visit of Dr. Eaves the Texas author1- ties believed Mexico to be free of yellow lever Inspectors have been posted along the border.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-08-06
Graves sIiohtIy III.

New York, August 5.-Col. John rem pie Graves, the candidate for Vice Presi- dent of the Independence league. is at a private hospital. where tomorrow he will undergo a slight surgical operation. It Is expected that he will be out in ten days For some weeks MT. Graves has suffered considerable physical pain, but he has been able to attend to his public and personal affairs.