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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
POLICE OFFICERS
 TRIBUTE TO LITTLE

At meeting of the Birmingham Police Relief association. held Thursday, the officers for the ensuing year were elect ed and resolutions on the death of Police Officer J. W. Little, who was killed in the melee at the residence of J. W. liar ris, S11 Third avenue, north, several weeks ago, were read and adopted.
 The following were elected officers of the association:
 George E. Devine, president.
 J. H. Burns, vice president.
 Thomas J. Shirley, secretary.
 P. J. Newman. treasurer.
 Carl E. Ray, George w. Armstrong and R. E. Shoot, trustees.
 The resolutions read and adopted on the death of Officer Little follow:
 Birmingham, Ala, December P, 1908. To the officers and members of the Blr- mingham Police Relief Association, City: Gentlemen-We. your committee appoint ed to draft resolutions on the death of Brother John w. Little, who was killed on November 2. 1908. while in execution of, his duty, beg leave to report:
 Whereas, the inevitable hand of death has invaded our ranks and removed from life's activities one of our members John w. Little, and,
 Whereas, the sudden and unexpected de- parture of our brother from earthly life Is solemn reminder that, while we may escape the evils and dangers of youth and arrive at manhood's estate, We are but more closely approaching that final inexorable judgment to which We must all bow; therefore, be it
 Resolved, That to the mysterious man. dates of an all wise Creator We most humbly acknowledge submission, in the belief that while the hand of affliction is sometimes heavy yet we also believe He doeth all things we'll" and be it further Resolved, That in the death of John w. Little this association has lost a faithful friend, a genial companion, an upright, conscientious police officer, whose memory will be tenderly cherished and whose virtues and kindly characteristics are of lasting remembrance.
 Resolved, That we, the Birmingham Police Relief association, extend to the bereaved wife and children our sincere and heartfelt sympathy in their affliction. Resolved, That a copy of these reso- lutions be spread upon our minutes and copies transmitted to the family of our deceased friend and brother, and to the daily newspapers published in the city of Birmingham.
 John, beside the ones you love best, We've laid you to rest;
 Meath towering rocks and hills, Where Gods works mankind thrills; May your soul enjoy repose, As your spirit it's maker knows; And your life on earth for us be But spur onward, that we may see The God-the Savior true Who died for us and you"
 Respectfully submitted,
 R. D. SHOOT,
 T. z. HAGOOD,
 F. J. NEWMAN,
 Committee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
WILL PRESENT THE
 TENETS OF CHURCH

Mrs. Sue Harper Mims of Atlanta will deliver a lecture on Christian Science at the Jefferson theatre tomorrow afternoon at o'clock The lecture is given by the local church, as Is the custom of all Christian Science churches throughout the world, not, it is pointed out. with any thought of prcselyting, but with the de- sire to correct all mis-statements of what Christian Science teaches, by presenting the truth of it's tenets and the results in benefits of every kind to all mankind.
 For this reason these lectures are said to appeal to all fair-minded people who desire to knew the truth about Chris tian Science.
 Mrs Mims has for many years been a member of the authorized board of lec- tureship of the mother church in Boston, and is not only a student of Mrs. Eddy, but a close personal friend as well, so that Mrs. Mims is said to be peculiarly fitted to speak entertainingly and ably On the subject. Mrs. Mims has lectured here twice previously and those who en- loyed her clear and concise presentation of what Christian Science is will be glad of this opportunity to hear her again.
 The lecture is free and a cordial invi- tation is extended the public.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
WHISKEY F0R LAME BACK

The increased use of whiskey for lame back and rheumatism is causing consid- erable discussion among the medical fra ternity. It is an almost infallible cure when mixed with certain other ingredients and taken properly. The following is the formula:
 gro one-half pint Of good whiskey add one ounce of Toris compound and one ounce syrup Sarsaparilla compound. Take in tablespoonful doses before each meal and before retiring.
 It is surely worth trying by anyone who may be afflicted.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
MRS.NALE HAS BARE
 CHANGE FOR LIFE

While the attending physicians have not despaired of the life of Mrs Grace Otto Nale, the young woman who was shot by Ter husband, Allen K. Male, Wednesday it was reported at St. vincent's hospital last night that she had only bare chance for recovery. Mrs. Male was seriously shot through the liver, and 1t is now be- heved while she may live for few days longer that there is but little hope for her recovery.
 The remains of Allen K. Male are being held at the establishment of the Green Undertaking company pending the ar rangement of funeral services.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
YOUNG WOMAN
 TRIES SUICIDE

Shortly after dark yesterday evening a young woman who declined to reveal her name attempted to commit suicide in the Silver Moon cafe, on Second avenue, be- tween Twenty-first and Twenty-second streets. The young woman attempted to swallow a quantity of carbolic acid but 1t is thought that she swallowed only a very small quantity of the poison, if any. However, lot of the acid was spilled on her face, which was quite badly burned. Ste was removed to the Hillman hospital in an ambulance of Lige Loy. It is not thought that she will die.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
PARTIAL REPORT
 FROM GRAND JURY

In a partial report the grand jury re- turned the following indictments yester- day morning:
 Will Graves and Addie Miles, murder. Both the parties indicted are negroes, and are charged with having poisoned Joe Miles at Sloss furnace several weeks ago.
 Will Thomas, colored, murder. Thomas is charged with having shot and killed a negro named Will Jackson.
 Garfield Jackson and Webster Thomas, colored, burglary; Leon Mccoy burglary and grand larceny and receiving stolen property; Louis P. King, burglary and grand larceny.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
CHIEF BODEKER
 SERIOUSLY ILL

Chief of Police George H. Bodeker is quite i'll at his home in Norwood. Chief Rodeker was taken suddenly i'll yester- day morning. He was in town until mid night Thursday and when last seen on the streets was apparently in the best of health. However, soon after retiring he became II, and at o'clock yesterday morning his condition required the atten- ton of physician. His throat and en- tire head are badly infiamed.
 It was reported at his home last night that Chief Bodeker was some better, and while his condition is serious it is not considered dang erous.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
NEED BEST ROADS DUNNO
 THE NEXT FE " WEEKS

fat of the land is gathered in the barns. but after that comes the grind on the roads, and is the time when the farmer needs the best roads.
 Hereafter the board will use it's ev- cry effort, not so much for the conveni- ence of the automobilists and the pleas ure seekers to keep the roads perfect in the summer but to let everything work toward good roads when market time comes.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
News of the Railroads.

The position of trainmaster of the Fris- co Birmingham division has been abol- ished and E. F. Hogle and c. T. Mason have been made assistant superintendents, the former stationed in Birmingham and the latter in Amory, Miss.
 The duties of trainmaster will fall upon the shoulders of the newly created assist ant superintendents
 Alex Bornyman, general manager of the Atlanta, Birmingham and Atlantic, accompanied by c. B. Wilburn. formerly general superintendent, and now super intendent Of the Birmingham division, with headquarters at Ta1ladega spent yesterday in Birmingham.
 The trip was enc of inspection, and was made for the purpose of familiarizing MT. Wilburn with his new territory. Mir Will burn was formerly general superintend- ent with headc cuarters at Augusta, but on the abolition Of his office he succeeded Su- perintendent Rruner of the Birmingham division. MT. Bruner was put in charge of the terminals at Thomasville.
 The Birmingham Transportation-Traffi association, of which General Superin- tendent HLtchens of the Southern is pres ident. has issued a call for meeting next Tuesday, the third Tuesday in De- ceniber.
 There are many matters demanding the attention of the association, and a full attendance is requested. The association was formed for the purpose of exchang- ing ideas concerning the operation of railroads and the manipulation of each department.
 The annual track inspection of the Ala bama Great Southern, beginning Thurs day at Somerset, Ky, and ending Satur- day of next week at Meridian, is caus- ing intense interest on the part of road masters and section crews all along the line These inspections are made by the highest officials of the road and are for the purpose of maintaining the tracks in a state 9s near perfection as possible. Valuable prizes are offered for the best mile of track, the second. third, fourth, fifth and sixth mile.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
sprInq Bar Docket Ready.

The Bar docket of the circuit court for the spring term of 1909. showing the cases set for January and February, has been printed and is ready for distribu- ton. The spring term of the circuit court will open on January 4 and will close on February 26. Saturdays will be motion and default days. The work set for tho two months Is very heavy. the docket containing 95 pages of closely printed matter
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
DEATHS AND FUNERALS.
Morris Wertheimer.

Morris Wertheimer, one of the best known residents of Birmingham, died yes- terday afternoon at his late residence, 2164 Highland avenue. acute pneumonia being the cause of his death. The deceased came to Birmingham during the early days of the city, having resided here all most continually for the past 25 years He was quite well known by all of the older residents of Birmingham. The deceased is survived by eight children, four sons and four daughters. Funeral arrange ments have not been announced but the interment will probably be made Sun day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12

In discussing the road situation yester- day member of the Board of Revenue declared that in his opinion the time to have the roads of Jefferson county in the most perfect condition is during the months of December and January. "The farmers has not marketed all their cot- ton, nor their corn, the potatoes are not dug, and most of the heavy traffic comes on during the next few weeks. Thanks
 giving is time of rejoicing when the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
Mrs. James EsdaIe.

Mrs. James Esdale, one of the most , prominent and most widely known women in the community, died yesterday morn ing at S:25 o'clock, after brief illness, at her late residence, sos Georgia street. She was the wife of the late James Esdale. The deceased is survived by four children, Miss Ella Esdale, C. c. Els dale, R. c. Esdale and James Esdale. The funeral services over the remains will be conducted from the late residence at 2:30 o'clock tomorrow afternoon, the Rev. pr. w. E. Evans officiating. Tffe interment will oe made in Elmwood cemetery. The following gentlemen will act as pail bearers ". L. Mewhinney, w. S. Scott, w. O. Snider, D. J. Fox, J. H. Me Coy, F. F. SEedecor, Charles Patterson and Charles Odom.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
Horace Baker Returns.

Horace Baker, general manager of the Queen and Crescent, one of the best known railroad officials and one of the most popular in Birmingham, returned to Cincinnati yesterday morning. MT. Ba- ker believes that after 1909 gets into full swing, there will be nothing left of the recent depression save its unpleasant memory.
 "All of the railroads are doing excel 1ently," he said, land the business of the railroads Is a fair index of the business of all other firms and corporations. We are all expecting a banner season next year.
 Concerning the rumor published in sev- eral papers to the effect that all the Alabama Great Southern shops would be moved to Gadsden, MT. Baker could make no statement.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
Benscoter Here For Few Days.

C.. A. Benscoter, assistant general pas- senger agent of the Southern, with head quarters in Chattanooga, is in Birming- ham. He is on business trip and will remain in the district for several days. He reports business rapidly improving.
 F. J. Parmalee, travelling passenger agent of the Cincinnati, Hamilton and Dayton, was visitor to Birmingham yes- terday.
 All railroads members of the Southeast ern association have announced a holiday rate of cents per mile plus 25 cents for the round trip.
 The new time card of the Frisco. No. 20, goes into effect Monday at noon. This new card will give the merchants better service from St. Louis There will be no change in the schedule of the trains be- tween Birmingham and Memphis, but the Winfield accommodation will be given more time in serving the people along that route.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
SAM HOWELL LEADS
 IN ATHLETIC MEET

Sam Howell of the East Lake Methodist Sunday school received a silver button at the Sunday school meet last night, pulling up on horizontal bar IT times running the quarter-mile potato race in 1 minute 55 seconds, dipping on the paral- Tel bars 15 times and making the high jump in 4 feet 2 inches.
 The Cumberland Presbyterians led the seniors in the athletic events with the Woodlawn Baptists next.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
pr. Stagg Lectures Tomorrow.

The Rev J. W. Stagg will address the meeting for men in the Y. M. c. A. gym nasium tomorrow afternoon at 3:3O o'clock. Raw Material" will be the subject of his address. Dr. Stagg is a thoughtful and interesting speaker and his address on this subject will be of special interest. The opening song service, in charge of W. H. Davis, will begin at 3:30 o'clock. All men will receive a cordial welcome.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12

Marriage licenses were lSSueu Ifom the office of the probate court yester- day as follows:
 Peter R. Niblett of Brookside b Miss Carrie L. Fuller.
 William J. shork of Locust Creek to Miss Mary Ann Salter.
 elect will winter in Georgia, and he ham,. MT. Munger thought the invita- tion should be made by all the commer- cial institutions in Alabama, but 1t was decided to give the clubs invitation a trial and reserve the larger invitation in case 1t is needed MT. Kaul was au- thorized to appoint committee to draft the invitation.
 The Rev. Dr. John w. Stagg asked the assistance of the club in the entertain ment of the Presbyterian Laymens as- sociation which meets here in February and will be attended by 1000 representa- tive men. He said it would cost $500, and the matter was referred to the com mittee on conventions.
 Suggests Traffic Bureau.
 w. P. G. Harding again called up the question of railroad rates. He suggested traffic and transportation bureau as the only remedy for conditions. 'The corporations will look after themselves" !" he said, "but 1t is the merchant and the small manufacturer whose vital interest depends upon these freight rates. It Is a matter for experts and it will require a guarantee of s10,000 year for three years to put real experienced man into office, give him all the conveniences that are needed. This would only cost 100 merchants s100 each year, and would be the best investment the city ever made" w. N. Malone indorsed the idea and vol unteered the first s100
 G. B. McVay of the Amzi Golden Seed company and secretary of the Credit Mems association announced that his as- sociation had already established such a bureau, with an office and good man on the job, and that s5o00 had already been subscribed. J. E. Shelby offered the as- sistance of the Board of Trade. James Bowron impressed upon the members the importance of continuity of action, and the necessity of money, Knowledge and skill to seek the cooperation of the railroads instead of jumping on them. He consid- cred MT. Harding's idea the key to the situation. The president was authorized to appoint committee to confer with the Credit Mems association and sub init a plan to the club.
 Urges May Festival.
 Charles Beach, representative of the Damrosch orchestra and the Chicago Symphony orchestra, made an interest ing talk, mpressing the need of music on a large scale to advertise, as well as improve the ethical tone of city. lie suggested that a musical association be formed in Birmingham to give a May festival each year in connection with flower parade. He considered music no longer a luxury, but thought that bus- ness men ought to back 1t up as an ad- vertsement to the town. He suggested a mixed chorus to be used in connection with the best orchestra that could be procured.
 MT. Munger recognized 1t as a duty of the club to encourage the ma-ai ana ethical improvement of the town, and considered the move an important one It was referred to a specicl committee com posed of James Bowron, R. s. Munger and A. R. Dearborn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12

Weather report for 24 hours ending 4 D. m, December il, 190S Local office United States weather bureau, Birming-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
THE WEATHER.

Washington. December 11.-Weather forecast for Alabama and Mississippi: Fair Saturday and Sunday; light variable winds
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12
Marriage Licenses Issued.

Marriage licenses were issued from the office of the probate court yester- day as follows:
 Peter R. Niblett of Brookside to Miss Carrie L. Fuller.
 William J. shork of Locust Creek to Miss Mary Ann salter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12

r. T. Shaw & Son. UndertakerA
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-12

Green Undertaking Co,
The San Francisco call., 1908-04-06

Some who have been asked by their
friends 10 enter The cans $4,000
prize contest have said. But It is so
iate in the day. the contest has been
running for two weeks or more and
] would have 70 start at the begin
ming. even il 7 could enter such an
attitude is most mistaken. Those who
enter now and within the next few
weeks have Just as good chance as
thcse who are at the top in their dis
tricts-
Those who are in district G. which
includes all OF the state outside Of San
Francisco and Alameda county. are re-
1e-reo. for & concrete example Of what
q few days work viii do. TO sUbdis-
trfct 3. where the name OF Miss Irene
Walker OF Betteravia was entered sew
g erai DAYS ago Today she stands at
the head OF the honor roll in her sub
district with more than 5000 votes 70
her credit. Evidently her votes have
been secured since her name was en-
tered A few days and she stands at
The San Francisco call., 1908-04-06
Personal Mention

C. Rudebush OF Willets IS at the Au-
dubon.
1. B. Lindsey Of Los Angeles is a
guest at the Victoria
L. NJ Slater. a capitalist OF Reno. is
a guest at the Stewart.
Baron r. Won Hoffman is at the Fair
mont. registered from New York.
Mr.. and Mrs. StilIman F. Kelley Of
Cambridge have apartments at the Fair
mont.
Among the arrivals at the Dale are 8.
Higginbotham and J. s Wright OF Los
Angeles.
Among the arrivals az the New Lick
house yesterday was ". A Peckman Of
Los Angeles
r. s. Rector, a hotelman OF Nevada
City, IS at the ST. Francis. accompanied
by Mrs Rector
Among the arrivals ar the Van Dorm
yesterday was W J. Hedge. mining
man from Denver.
]. l. Felgar. Mr. and Mrs Ralph
Dunbar. Mrs. E Dunbar and H. c. Dun
The San Francisco call., 1908-04-06
DETECTIVE FORCED
TO JAIL PROTEGE

Arrested by Detective James Reagan,
the man who befriended him after the
recent disaster, George Evans, a bright
lad of II, PAGES the floor Of the city
prison charged with burglary. The boy
broke into the saloon of John Hagerty,
SIS Howard street, Thursday evening
and stole $40 in coin and diamond
stickpin.
The police were notified and Detec-
tive Reagan was detailed on the case.
After making an investigation. Reagan,
70 his great sorrow, was convinced that
young Evans was the thief and was
forced to arrest the boy near the scene
of his crime. When arrested Evans
wore the stolen pin.
Before the fire Evans lived with his
widowed mother in Howard street near
Fifth. Their home was wrecked the
morning of the disaster and the boys
mother disappeared mysterjoUsly.
Taking compassion on the boy, Rea-
gan brought him TO his own home and
treated him as one of his own family.
The detective secured several positions
for his charge, all of which he lost.
Reagan believes that the boy was led
astray by bad companions and is con
vinced that he will turn over a new
leaf IL given a chance.
The San Francisco call., 1908-04-06
DEDICATE UNIQUE
TEMPLE TO HINDUS
First to Be Erected ia New
World Is Consecrated In
San Francisco
Architecture Is After Famous
Tai Mahai With American
Eagle as Crown

The first Hindu temple in the vest
ern world, according TO the San Fran
cisco Vedanta society, was dedicated
last evening in the new building at the
corner of Webster and Filbert streets
The edifice is unique in western city,
being modelled after the great Tai
Mahai of India, one of the seven Won
ders of the world. the famous temple of
Benares of SILVA, and after some of the
old European castles. me arches are
Moorish. and the symbols expressed by
the different lights most profound. On
account of this being the first Hindu
temple in America the appreciation of
this fact is shown by carrying the
architectural art of the temple, the
sushumna-the main channel of spir-
ituaI illumination-up 10 an American
eagle, which holds in its beak the three
American colors in lights-red, white
and blue The towers, of which there
are four, each stand for spiritual
quality easily recognizable by those
versed I'm the Hindu faith, and the most
important tower has been placed on
the northeast corner, in conformance
with the traditions attaching to that
point of the compass.
The building was brilliant with lights
at the dedication ceremonies, which
were conducted by Swami Trigunatita,
who first gave an address on Spirit
and Matter" in which he stated that
the two were diametrically opposite
and assured his listeners that the body
itself was but gross thing, mere
casket for the glory of the spiritual
faculties. which alone could lead man
on 10 majestic beauty of thought and
result The swami spoke also on the
power of right giving and announced
that what was given in the temple was
given absolutely and directly to God.
The edifice was decorated with Gala
lilies. carnations. red and pink, and
smilax, which formed festoons over the
full length portraits of famous swamis
which hung on the walls. Music was
rendered by three voices. soprano, a
contralto and a tenor, and violin and
flute duos were given. The auditorium
was crowded from platform TO outer
doors and an overflow meeting strung
i is way fairly 10 the sidewalk
The scene was picturesque and un-
usual and the outside of the building
with quaint Moorish balconies, mystic
rious symbolic lights and four round
squat towers encircIed with glowing
lights and colors might have made one
fancy himself il that land of mystery
India-had ii not been for the American
eagle perched solemniy on high.
The San Francisco call., 1908-04-06
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suBDlsrRIcr NO. 10

NLbUIS IhICL NJ. 10
AL Of Alameda county not included in above
nine districts.
Matt q. Peterson Jr., Hayward $3.50
Ernest w Schreen, PIeasanton 1851
Miss Marie George - 3.1Io
Miss L. F. Christensen, Hayward 3,0I0
Miss Mamie Alameda - 2.2I3
Mrs. Chas. A. French. KniEhtsen 80
l.. CamoDs 210