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The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-04-07
Mrs. Mary E. Erwin.

ISPttIHI 20 he IImes- DIspatCh.
NORFOLK, VA, April 6.-Nlrs. Mary
p. Erwin. the venerable widow OF
James Erwin, died last night at her
home, No. 100 Reservoir Avenue, after
a prolonged illness, in her eightieth
year. She was a native of Virginia.
The funeral occurs tomorrow at IL
o'clock from Trinity Methodist Church
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-04-07
Charles w. Hnrris.
Especial to The Times Dispat,

FRONT ROYAL. VA, April 6.--Cap-
tain Charles w. Harris. one of the old
est and most popular conductors on
died very suddenly In Hagerstown,
Md, last Saturday, was buried here
to-day by members of the Benevolent
Protective Order of E,lks. of Hagers-
town. Md. and Roanoke. Va, and
members of the Order of Railway Con-
ductors. On account of the faithful
service of Captain Harris, the train
(13) upon which his body arrived, was
not allowed to move until his remains
were out of sight Of the station. He
is survived by three sisters, two
brothers, one son and two daughters.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-04-07
Funeral OF Mr.. Hughes.

Hughes, for number Of years clerk
Of the Third Market, was held from
Park Place Methodist Church, sunday
afternoon at $3.50 o'clock. The burial
rites was. taken by Marshall Lodge,
nights of Pythias; Aurora Lodge,
Junior Order American Mechanics, and
the Daughters Of Liberty. Ministers
officiating at the funeral were the
Rev. j. 3. Elutson. of the Pine Street
Baptist Church: the Rev NJ S. CoIonna.
of the Park Place Methodist Church
and the Rev. j. Calvin Stuart, of the
Church Of the Convenant.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-04-07
Captain w. F. williams.

BRISTOL, VA. April 6,-Captain w.
F.. Williams. sixty-siX years old. ma
tive of Brentsville, Prince William
county. Va, died here tonight OF
pneumonia. He was captain of Com
pany a. Fourth Virginia Regiment of
the Confederate army For many years
he was prominently connected with
the railroads here. Two sons and
tnree daughters survive. His only sur
vivins sister, Mrs. Somerville resides
at Manassas
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-04-07

the Daughters OF Liberty. Ministers
officiating at the funeral were the
Rev. ]. g. Hutson. of the Pine stree,
of the Park Place Methodist Church
and the Rev j. Calvin Stuart Of the
Church OF the Convenant.
John Stanley MountcastIc.
Mr.. John Stanley Mountcastle died
at the Retreat for the Sick yesterday
morning at $3.50 o'clock, after an Ill
ness of about two weeks.
Mr. Mountcastle was, one OF the
most popular statesmen travelling out
of Richmond. He was thirty-eight
N XeaTs Of age and and lived at No GA
Funeral arrangements have not yet
been completed
John l.. stcnvcns.
ETNA MILLS. VA. April 6,-The flu
neral of John Lewis Steavens, who died
OF spinal meningitis at his home on the
Pamunkey River, In Hanover county,
Friday at 3 2. NJ. took place yester-
day at o'clock and was largely at
tended. Mr.. Stcavens was nifty eight
years old last February. lie leaves.
besides his wife. who was Miss Evelyn
Reid, of King William county. one son,
Beverly and two daugh ters. Misses
Bessie and Salle. He also leaves five
sisters and three brothers-Mrs. Will
Addic and Molle Steavens, of Hanover,
and Mrs. Wilton Mckenzie, of Rich
mond, Va: Mr.. Thomas p. and Julian
Steavens, of Hanover Courthouse, and
Robert l.. Steavens. of King William
county.
The funeral was conducted by his
pastor, the Rev. S. G. Sutton. The
floral display was large and beautiful,
A notable feature of the funeral was
the presence of large number of the
colored people, some of whom walked
q long distance to pay their respects
TO the man who had often advised them
how to conduct Themselves, They oc-
cupied seats in the gallery,
Alexander $. Cunmins.
q SPOTSYI4NANIA, VA, April 6,--Mr,
Alexander $ Cummins, of Georgia, died
on Saturday last In Baltimore, whittier
he had gone on business Mr.. Cum
minis was IN his usual good health, but
was taken suddenly III and died in a
few hours. He was largely connected
by family ties in Tennessee and Texas,
and leaves widow and eight children,
member of the Baptist Church, His
ment.
Mrs, Mary Collins.
LYNCIIRlRCi VA, April o. Mrs
Mary Collins, widow of Daniel Collins,
aged about seNentS-tlve wears. Il mem
Der Of one of the best known families
of Iynchburg, died this morning, Mrs,
Collins had been in failing health for
several years, but 1t was only few
weeks ago when the infirmities of old
age caused her to take to hor he'd for
the last time,
ArA Galiips wasa natlya Of County
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-04-07

Funeral from st. Joseph's Church.
North First Street, WEDNESDAY,
AFTERNOON at 3 o'clock, April S,
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-04-07

Funeral service at the Church of
the Covenant at l O'clock THIS
Cruesday) AFTERNOON. Interment
in Hollywood.
The times dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1903-1914, 1908-04-07

PULLIAM. Died. Monday. April 6,
lgoS, at 10 o'clock \. NJ. SAMUEL Fl.
PULLIAM, in the siXty-nlnth year OF
Evening bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1895-1912, 1908-06-16
SOCIETIES WATCH
Continued from Page ~

Continued from Page ~
upon to watch the body of the dead
Prince:
Tuesday, June 16, 8 to 10 a. m.
Kapikeaouli Society ladies; Captain.
Mrs. Dudoit. From 10 to 12 noon,
Princess Likelike Society ladies; Cap
tain. Mrs Emma Nakuina. From
IL to 2 p. m, Hui Owl; Captain,
Mrs. Kaleo Maikai. From 2 to 4 D.
M, Kaahumanu Society; Captain,
Mrs. Mary Adams. From 4 to 6 D.
M, Kaahumanu. From 6 to s p. M,
kaahumanu; Captain. Mrs. Nawahi.
From 8 to 10 p. m, Kaahumanu;
Captain, Mrs. Simerson. From 10 to
IL midnight. Kaahumanu; Mrs. Liz
zie Mana. From IL to 2, Kaahuma-
nu; Mrs. X. Paiko.
Wednesday, June II. Mrs. Samuel
X. Allen, Mrs. Ellen Dwight, and
Mrs. David Hoapili, all OF the 'Kaahu
manu- Society, will alternately cap
tain the watchers.
On Thursday, June Is, Mrs. Chas.
Clark and Mrs. Ihilani will have
charge of the remains. The watch
ers to be selected from the Kaahu-
manu- and other societies.
On Friday It is expected that all
the members of the societies will turn
out In full watch, according to the
arrangements Of the officers. This
will continue until IL o'clock mid
night. when the remains will be
taken to the Throne Room.
The exact plans for the funeral
are not ready for publication, but 1t
Is expected that Col. Iaukea will soon
have everything prepared.
Her Majesty Queen Liliuokalani
and Princess Kawananakoa were In
attendance this morning at the Pen
sacola street residence.
Last night, the Hawaiian Glee
Club and the ladies' glee club sang
Hawaiian melodies at the home Of
the. late Prince. The chanting was
also kept up until late this morning.
Evening bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1895-1912, 1908-06-16
MRS. HART dad

News was received today of the
death at San Francisco Of Mrs. H.
Hart, the sister Of H. F., F. NJ. and L.
L. Lewis of Lewis C Co. She was the
wife of II. Hart. prominent and
wealthy broker Of San Francisco. and
had during the past decade visited this
city Oil several occasions, gaining
many local friends who now mourn
her loss. Mrs. Hart had been an in.
valid for several years. Out of re.
spect to her memory the store OF
Lewis q Co. was closed for the DAY.
Evening bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1895-1912, 1908-06-16
GARFlELD's SECRETARY.

Claudius Mcbride, the Governors
private secretary, will act as secre-
tary for Secretary Of the Interior Gar.
field during his stay In the islands.
Evening bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1895-1912, 1908-06-16

THE w. G. HALL sails at 6 o'clock
this afternoon for Kauai.
Evening bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1895-1912, 1908-06-16
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
SOMETHING NEW IN
 SUNDAY SCHOOLS
DALLAS COUNTY ASSOCIATION WILL DEVOTE ONE DAY OF THE COMING CONVENTION TO DIs- cUSsIoN OF CONSUMPTION.

Selma, July 9-(Special l-Something ab- solutely new in Sunday school work is being planned by the Dallas County Sun day School association under the presi- dency of w. T. Atkins of this city. Pres ident Atkins has invited the new Dallas County Tuberculosis association to unite with the Sunday School association in a day meeting of the Sunday schools of the county, to be held Friday. July r, as the second day of the annual Sunday school convention.
 The Thursday meetings will be held in the First Christian church of Selma, put it is proposed that the Friday reetng shall be taken to Elkdale park, on the outskirts of the city where a barbecue basket dinner will be prepared for all delegates to the convention and all other visitors outside of the city as well as those in the city who are hosts of the delegates Preparations will be made to provide dinner for 300 people, but the dinner will not be the important feature of the day.
 The unusual part of the programme will be that it will be a special county rally of Sunday school folks and other public- spirited people to push the propaganda against consumption. Several of the best speakers of this section of the county will be present to speak upon the great white plague" and 1t Is expected that every hamlet and neighborhood in Dallas coun- ty will be enlisted in this campaign as a result of the outdoor rally.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
JOHN FRANKS KILLS
 GEORGE WILLIAMS Formers Wife Made Complaint
 Against Dead Man FRANKS IS NOW IN JAIL Officers Elected By the Walker County Fair Assocaton-Rufus A. O'Rear
 Is President, and Frank
 Evans Is Secretary.
FRANKS IS NOW IN JAIL

Jasper, July 9.-(Special.) )-Early this morning the dead body of George Wll- Hams, a white coal miner. living near Carbon Hill, was found. Investigation disclosed the fact that he met his death by a pistol in the hands of John Franks, a well known carpenter. Later in the day Franks was arrested by Deputy Sheriff Alvin and brought to the Jasper Jail.
 The cause of the killing is said to be about as follows: Mrs. Franks, wife of the prisoner, was working in her garoen when Williams approached her. Mrs. Franks became offended at his languase 3 and her husband being away from home at work, the woman proceeded to find him and imparted to him the story of the offense. Franks straightway armed him self with pistol, and meeting Williams in the road fired upon him, killing him almost instantly.
 Both principals in this tragedy are mar rled men and are between 25 and 50 years of age.
 At a meeting of the stockholders of the Walker County Fair association, held to- day, the following officers were elected: President Rufus A, ORear; vice presl- dent, T. L. Tong Albert Russell and Scott Maxwell; secretary, Frank V. Evans; treasurer, L. O. Herrold; directors, the president and J. w. Shepperd, l.. B. Musgrove, J. H. Cranford and c. D. Long
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
UNIFORM ORDERED
 FOR MILITARY BAND
EUFAULA CITY COUNCIL WILL BUILD FILTERlNG PLANT IN CONNECTION WITH WATER. WORkS-WORk ON CHURCH.

Eufaula. July 9-(Special)-The militia " band of this city, which recently en- listed with the Second regiment of Ala bama state troops, is in receipt of a let ter from Col. c. R. Bricken which states that the new uniforms have been ordered and will be in readiness for the occasion of the encampment the latter part of this month. The organization will also re- ceive a new set of instruments at the hands of the regiment, but these will not arrive until some time later. The mem- bers are contemplating their trip with great pleasure and have begun making preparations for the event.
 The city council, at its sitting yester- day afternoon, decided upon the matter of building a settling basin in connection with the waterworks here. which are owned and operated by the city. The ad- dition will cost approximately $7ooO, and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10

bids for the construction will be advert
 1sed for at an early date. The watef supply is derived from Barbour creelJ two miles from the city which. durinI the rainy periods, becomes so impregnatl ed with mud that it is almost unfit fol use, and the object is to overcome thi4 difficulty.
 Work on the new Episcopal church has been resumed and will be pushed until the funds in hand are exhausted, when it is hoped that some means will be de- vlsed to carry 1t to completion. Tine Baptist congregation held prayer meet ing in their new structure for the first time last night, occupying the lower sto- ry The upper story, which will be used exclusively for public worship, will not be completed until some time next month
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
G. A. R. Men Indignant.

Washington, July 9.-A storm of in dignation has been raised among Grand Army veterans here as the result that Capt. Newton H. Brooks, superintend- ent of foreign malls of the postofhce department, is to be transferred to a subordinate postoffice department with Basil Miles of Pennsylvania, third sec- retary of embassy at Berlin, as hts successor. At an informal meeting of local G. A. R. men indignation was ex- pressed over the change and President Roosevelt was criticised. A general in- dignation meeting of Grand Army ves- erans has been called for Friday night.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
Kuttner-AIexander.

Huntsville, July 9.--(Special.)-Mis Henrietta Kuttner of this city and MT. Charles Alexander of Demopolis, Ala. were married last night at the home of the brides sister, Mrs M B. Barnett. The ceremony was performed in the presence of small party of relatives and intimate frineds by Rabbi Isdore Lweinthal of Nashville. An informal reception was given the couple at the conclusion of the ceremony. MT. Alex ander and bride left on the midnight train for New Orleans.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
SUNDAY VIOLATORS
 FINED AT COLUMBUS
DRUGGISTS ASSESSED NOMINAL
 SUMS FOR SELLING SOFT DRINKS AND CIGARS ON THE
 sABBATH-REGARDED AS TEST.

Columbus, Ga, July 9.-(Special)-ln the city court today Judge Willis fined the Wheat Drug company $2525 for sell ing soda water and cigars on Sunday and imposed a fine of s27S0 upon Rob ert Reid, another druggist, for the same offense. The fines represent the amount of the costs in the cases.
 Judge Willis imposed light fines, as the cases were regarded in the nature of test of the law The two druggists prom lsed to sell only drugs on Sunday here after, and it is thought that the other drug stores will also cut out soft drinks and cigars on that day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
BAsklN IS POSTMASTER. Succeeds J. A. Tough, Who Has Been Acting Since Walters Resignation.

Union Springs. July 9.--(Special)-T. w. Baskin, the newly appointed postmaster here, has assumed charge of the office. relieving J. A. Hough, who has been act ing postmaster since the resignation of A. C. Walter.
 Miss Johnhe McGowen is assistant postmaster and J. A. Hough is clerk. The appointment of MT. Baskin seems to give general satisfaction.
 MT. R. F. Hooks lost fine horse a few days ago lie was driving across the bridge near inverness. when the horse stepped through a hole in the bridge, and the fall dislocated the animals neck.
 For Dse.Harsss 1es. HarssssssS!slng cuts try -hs
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
MRS. REBECCA WOOD
 DIES AT ATHENS Railroad Commission Finds No Complaints To Adjust A WORTHY NEGRO IS DEAD "The Golden West" Is Presented By Author, Miss Lane, for Benefit of
 Confederate Monument
 Fund at Athens.
A WORTHY NEGRO IS DEAD

Athens, July 9-(Special.o- Re- becca Malone Wood, one of the most be- loved women of the town, died this week at the home of her husband and her remains were laid to rest yesterday by the side Of her children. She was 69 years of age and a lifelong resident Of the town. She was Ill but few hours, having been stricken with paralysis of the brain and died in a short time. She leaves two sens. daughter and hus- band to mourn her sac death. She was the wife of F. s. Wood.
 President Henderson and Associate Commissioner Nesbit of the Alabama raii- road commission spent yesterday here in pursuance with the recent law requiring the commission to spend a day ea~h year in each county. They came here and went away without hearing com plaint. The fact is there are but few complaints against the road here, and the few that are made are from people who have the least to do with the roads. The story of the great oppression of the people by the roads IS a myth, and the COInTnlsSlOn IS aWdheHlHB tO thaN ti"'AA-
 Coleman Harris, one of the few remain ing old-tlme negroes of the town, died at his home here yesterday. No colored nan in the community had more friends. He was always ready to oblige his white friends, and no work was too humble or menial for him. He had built him. self a good, comforta ble home and lived under the shade of his own vine and fig tree. As these old ones depart there are none to take their place.
 'The Golden West" a beautiful drama written by Miss Sallie Lane, daughter of the late distinguished editor, Charles F. Lane of Huntsville was presented by Miss Lane, supported by splendid com- pany of amateur performers from Hunts vile, at Westmoreland hall last even- ing to an appreciative audience for the benefit of the Confederate monument fund. The play is rich in dramatic eff fects, and while largely spectacular in its effect, is one of much beauty and very pleasing. Those who attended were delighted. Miss Lane is almost an Ath- enian her distinguished father having been reared here and got his first polit- ical start from this county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
"caIriope kinar Is Dead.

Nashville, July Civilian w., bet ter known as Bud" Horn the ca Hope king, is dead at his home in this city, aged 57. Horn was we'll known by the show people through out the United States. having for years travelei with various circuses as calliope player.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
Two Prisoners Escape.

Mobile, July 9.-This morning at o'clock Gus Bonner, a notorious and des- perate burglar. and Trivis Hill, another notorious negro serving time for threats, knocked down Night Jailer Hugh GiIlis at the county jail here and escaped. go- ing out of the open doors of the corridor. Careiessness on part of the jailers caused the men to escape. Gillis fought to close the bullring door when he entered it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
Continuance Is Refused.

Mobile, July 9.-In the city court toda,. at noon Judge O. J. Semmes, the pre- siding magistrate, refused to grant con- tnuance in the case of Conway Penny, assistant city clerk of Mobile, charged with embezzlement of city funds to the amount of s200O. R. B. Owen, the former city clerk, who is an embezzler and In hiding at Puerto Cortez, Honduras, was one of the missing witnesses for the de- fense
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
Blue Serge Suits. Uncalled for tailor-made garm ents, $14.48-made for $28.00. Mis- fit, 1911 First Ave.

Seaboard, the best way to Atlanta; the best way to New York; the best way to Wash ington and Norfolk; best way to Carolina and Virginia Sea- shore resorts. Leave Birming- ham 4::15 pm. and $40 am. The "On- Time Line
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
l am running for Mayor and in combination with no one.
 w. M. DRENNEN.

Wanted Competent and ex- per1enced glove aleslady. Please do not apply unless you are experienced. Apply to manager ladies department, Louis Saks.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
Pettus Enters Race.

Huntsville. July 9.-(Special.)- k. Pettus has entered the contest for the appointment to the vacancy on the Ala bama railroad commission caused by the death of Maj. J. G. Harris.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
". I. MAILING IS
 DEAD IN MORGAN
WAS A WEALTHY AND PROMI- NEWT CITIZEN-FRIENDS OF w.
 J. NESBIT WORK FOR HIS AP- PoINTMENT AS COMMISSIONER.

Decatur, July 9.-(Special.)-W T. Walling died yesterday at his home near Lacy Springs, this county. Death was due to consumption, with which disease he had been a sufferer for number of years. MT. Walling was in his 76th year. He was one of the wealthiest, and most highly respected citizens of the county. His funeral took place today near his late home.
 The Rev. w. M. Crawford of Mont / gomery is here assisting in a reviyo ] meeting at The Chapel on South. High lands, New Decatur The meeting will be continued all week and possibly longer. It is being conducted by tn. Rev. w. M. Crawford and the Rev. S. D. Logan, pastor of the Westminster church of New Decatur.
 The many friends of Walter J. Nes- bit of Decatur are asking for his ap pofntment as associate railroad com missioner to fill the vacancy caused by the death of MT. Harris. Mr. Nesbit is now in Denver attending the demo- cratic national convention, but his friends here have takgl up his case with Governor Conner and MT. Nesbit has wired that he will accept should the governor see fit to appoint him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
Wallace compIimented.

John H. Wallace, Jr., state game and fish commissioner. who spoke to the leg islature of Georgia on Wednesday. was the recipient of a resolution of thanks from the two houses of a most cordial nature MT. Wallace, by invitation, was urged to address the members on the fish ana game and the forestry laws of the state He did so. and was comnIi- mented by seeing the bill he drew in Alabama favorably reported. The At lanta Journal in an editorial warmly com mended MT. Wallace.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10
Bees Pay Compliment.

Commissioner of Agriculture J. A. Will kinson has marked evidence in his of flee of the enterprise of bees. Some time ago he gave the letters Alabama Agri- cultural Department' to a bee man in Marengo county. This man set them up so that the bees could get at them as n result of which the words were sent back to the capitol with the spaces filled with honey. It is now on exhibition and will be kept for the fair at Montgomery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-07-10

A special election has been called by the City Council to vote on the proposi tton to annex some outlying territory be- tween Gaosden and Alabama City to this place, The election is the result of 8 petition presented by the property owners of the district sought to be anneyed. If taken the new territory would add some 800 people to the present population of the city.
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1908-09-21
ACTIVE WORK TO START
IN RAILROAD PASS MINE
Buildings Are Being Erected on Prop.
erty and Road Is Being Improved
Between Camp and Los
Vegas

LOS VEGAS, Sept. 2O.-The Alunite
Mining company, which has lately,
through its operations in Railroad Pass,
brought that section so prominently
to notice, is now rapidly getting things
in shape for extensive development
work. A contract has already been
let to Mr.. Fredericks of Searchlight
for sinking a first class vertical two
compartment shaft to a depth of 200
feet The hoist for this shaft will soon
be installed and the work pushed with
vigor.
Contracts for several other shafts of
similar character will be let as soon as
the proper locations for the same are
determined.
Bunk houses, stables, an office build
ing and a blacksmith shop are now
being erected and a force of men is
employed in improving the road be-
tween Vegas and the camp. Twenty
five men are now in the employ of the
company and this force will be grad
ually increased as the work pro-
crosses.
Professor Robert T. Hill has charge
of the technical department and is now
engaged in a thorough surface sam
pling of the extensive holdings of the
company.
C. l.. Graves of New York. president
of the company is now on the ground
giving his personal supervision to its
affairs.