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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
JUDGE CARY IS
 GIVEN A CORDIAL WELCOME ID CITY Arriving At 8 O'Clock He And Mrs. Gary Were Hurried
 To HlIIman PRESIDENT CRAWFORD
 GREETS THEM AT TRAIN Automobile Spin Will Be Taken to EnsIey and Bessemer This Morn
 ing, But No Stops Will

Judge E. H. Gary, chairman of the United States Steel corporation. arrived in Birmingham by special train last night over the Queen and Crescent at o'clock for a two-days' visit. His reception was of that simple type usually accorded a private citizen.
 His train rolled under the shed at the Terminal station at o'clock. Judge and Mrs. Gary stepped from the rear platform and were cordially greeted by George Gordon Crawford, president of the Ten nessee Coal, Iron and Railroad company, the highest official of the Steel corpora tion in Birmingham. They walked quiet ly through the Terminal without accost- ing any deputation of citizens and were hurried off to the Hotel Hillrnan in an au- tomoble, where a suite of rooms had been reserved for them.
 Judge Gary is man of average stature, with fine open face, a small gray nous tache and blue eyes. Here is the man, who more than any other, perhaps, is now affecting the destinies of Birmingham. The head of the biggest steel corporation in the world, the man who helped to re- store confidence after the financial panic of 1907, Judge Gary looks like any other man of affairs.
 Other than to express his pleasure in reaching Birmingham, the visitor made no remarks in alighting from his car.
 He will be taken this morning for an automobile trip and given birdseye view of the district. This will include a swing through Ensley without stop, past the furnaces and the steel plant, over the large stretches of property recently ac- quired by the Tennessee company and then on to Bessemer. The party will re- turn to Birmingham in time for lunch con at the Country club. Tomorrow, at Judge Gary's convenience, he may make more detailed inspections of other of the Tennessee company's property
 Tonight Judge and Mrs. Gary will be entertained at buffet supper by MT and Mrs. W. P. G. Harding. and tomorrow evening MT. and Mrs. Walker Percy will be the hosts.
 Tomorrow night the special train will return to New York by way of Atlanta, Judge Gary making an inspection of the Southern railway properties. of which he is a director.
 l.. Sevier, traffic manager of the Ala bama Great Southern, accompanied Judge Gary from Chattanooga yesterday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
MarrIaua licenses Issued.

Marriage licenses have been issued as follows from the office of the probate court: Patterson.
 Hughe E. Leapard of Bessemer to Miss Lottie McEntire.
 William A. Cartilage of Birmingham to Miss Millie P. Gilbert.
 Thomas J. Roberts of Sloan to Miss Lizzie Avery.
 Charles Parker of Birmingham to Miss Emma Baugh
 Henry c. Goodman of Birmingham te Miss Mary Lillian Casey.
 Hill Ferguson of Birmingham to Miss Louise M. Walker.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

third street from Avenue to High land avenue and Twenty-hrst street from Magnolia avenue to Highland avenue be referred to the city engineer for re- port.
 That petition of property owners to change name of a certain street called South Twentieth street to Seventeenth avenue be refererd to the aldermen from the Seventh ward and the city en- gineer for report.
 That the matter of paving the south half of Avenue A between Fourteenth and Eighteenth streets go over until completion of sewer
 That the resolution authorizing the city engineer to advertise for bids under inn provement ordinances Nos 4S6, 4s7, 4S9, 4s1, 492, 493 and 494, new series, be adopt ed.
 That improvement ordinances Nos. 5oO and 5o1. new series, be referred to the judiciary committee.
 That all other matters go over.
 Fire Committee.
 Present: Aldermen Copeland. D. R., Jackson, Greener, Starbuck, Collins.
 Absent: Alderman Mcdonald.
 Alderman D. R. Copeland, chairman of the fire committee submitted the fol- lowing report:
 The fire committee recommends that 5000 feet of Paragon fire hose be pur- chased from the Eureka Fire Hose com pany for s1 per foot. coupled and de- livered in Birmingham, Ala. Judiciary Committee. Present: Aldermen Gregg, Williams, Perdue, Heidt, Moore, causey. Burnett. Absent: Aldermen Harper and Martin. Alderman Gregg, chairman of the judici- ary committee submitted the following report
 That judiciary committee recommends that the claims of W. G. Thomas and Elizabeth A. McCulla be referred to the city attorney, city engineer, chairman of the finance committee and chairman of the street committee for report.
 That improvement ordinances Nos. 497. 49S and 499, new series, be adopted.
 That all other matters go over.
 Lights and Telephones.
 Present: Aldermen Klotz. Heidt, Wil- liams Moore, Perdue, Causey. O'Neill. Absent: Alderman Colepland, D. R.
 Alderman Klotz, chairman of the lights and telephone committee, submitted the following report:
 The lights and telephone committee rec ommends that the petition for lights at intersection of Madison avenue and Twen- ty-sixth street and Avenue and Twenty first street be referred to the chairman of the lights and telephone committee with power to act.
 That all other matters go over Lights and Telephones and Judiciary.
 Present: Aldermen Klotz, Heidt, Will Hams, Moore, Perdue, Causey, O'Nein, Gregg. Burnett. Absent: Aldermen Cope land. n. R., Harper and Martin.
 Alderman Klotz, chairman of the lights and telephone and judiciary committee, submitted the following report:
 The committee recommends that the petition of the Amz Golden Seed com pany relative to wiring building be granted.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
CITY ITEMS.

WILL OPERATE JOINT FERRY.-The Board of Revenue yesterday decided b join with Walker county in the construc- tion of ferry to be operated across the river at the county line on the road to Jasper The ferry will be owned and operated by the two counties Jointly.
 TEACHERS EXAMINATIONS-Cou ty Superintendent of Education l. w. McAdory announces that on Monday ex- aminations for the qualification of teach CTS will be held. The examinations for white teachers will be conducted at the city hall, while negroes will be exam ined at the courthouse.
 WOMAN STABBED TO DEATH.-Mar- tha Hicks, negro woman, was stabbed to death early yesterday morning at her home on Eighth avenue and Twenty-third street. Her husband Is charged with hav- ing committed the murder, and it Is evl- dent that a shoemakers awl was the weapon used. Hicks has not been appre- hended.
 FIRST NATIONAL INCREASES SUR PLUS-At a meeting of the board of di rectors of the First National bank held yesterday afternoon, s2O00OO was added 10 the surplus fund, thereby increasing the banks surplus from s600,000 to $S00,- 000 This action makes the fixed capital and surplus of the institution S1,S00,0O0. A quarterly dividend of 21a per cent was also declared
 NO GROUND FOR REPORT.-ft is an- nounced that there is ground for the report that the Southeastern Tariff asso- citation has officially granted Birmingham stopover privileges on winter tourist and other tickets. The Birmingham Chamber of Commerce has received no official ip at thought the railroads have come to 8 decision in the matter.
 OPEN DAY AT HIGH SCHOOL-The open day observed yesterday at the high school proved most successful. A large number of visitors was present at o'clock when the various departments were thrown open An excellent exhibit was offered by the manual training depart ment for boys consisting of sundry tables, chairs and other useful articles The forge shop was the object of special in terest and admiration on the part Of the visitors. The public was also given chance to inspect the chemical and phy- sical laboratories. where the regular classes were at work.
 FINED FOR RECKLBSS DRIVING.- Alfonzo Pickard, a chauffeur, was fined slOO and sentenced to work on the streets for 10 days in the police court yester- day for reckless driving of an automo- bile Picl<ard is charged with the re- eponsibility for the overturning Of a car riage containing Mrs. Edward Russell and Mrs. Harry Matthews. The accident occurred on Arlington avenue several days ago. Pickard admitted that he was exceeding the speed limit, but contended that something was wrong with the steer ing gear of the automobile, which fact he claims is responsible for the machine having struck the carriage.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
BOY IS BADLY HURT
 IN AUTO ACCIDENT
EDGAR EARL GARRISON IS RUN OVER BY CAR OF w. r. SIM MONs-BoTH LEGS FRACTURED AND SCALP CUT.

Edgar Earl Garrison, the 11-year- -old son of pr. and Mrs. John Earl Garri- son of this city lies in a precarious con- dition at St. Vincents hospital with both legs broken, ugly scalp wound and various bruises about the head and breast. Young Garrison was run down yesterday afternoon at about 4:30 o'clock by the automobile owned and being driven by William T. Simmons.
 The accident occurred ut the intersec- tion of Second avenue and Eighteenth street, near the postoffice. From tho statement of eyewitnesses it seems that the injured boy was attempting to cross from the northern to the southern side of Second avenue, when the automobile approached northward along Eighteenth street from First avenue. The warning blast from the horn seemed to have be- wildered the boy and the driver of the machine states that he ran directly in It's path. He was struck squarely and dashed to the ground.
 The ambulance of the Gaudn Under taking company was summoned and the injured boy hurried to St. Vincent's hos ptal. When an operation was per formed by Drs. Copeland and Prince it developed that both bones in the right knee were broken and protrudiny tHt llSSil, dS WdS tie ldIsCi bone of the right leg. 1t was feared at first that his skull had been frac- tured, as an ugly gash had been cut in his scalp. He was otherwise painfully bruised.
 A large crowd quickly gathered at the scene of the accident. William T. Sim mons, the owner and driver of the ma chine, was placed under $500 bond, Off, ficer R. c. Carroll having quickly ar rived.
 Simmons states that his machine was going at no more than an ordinary rate of speed and that the accident was duo to the fact that the boy ran In its path when it turned the corner. Simmons Is president of the Delmar Coal company with offices at sol BrownMarx build ing, and resides at ll27 North Thirtieth street He will be tried tomorrow in the police court on charge of reckless driv- Ing
 From reports received last night young Garrison is doing well Every effort has been made to save the boys limbs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
G, B. Payne.

G. B. Payne, aged 49 years, died yester- day morning at $40 o'clock at his resi- dence, 2s25 Twentieth avenue, North Bir- mingham. Funeral services will be held this afternoon at the Twenty-first Avenue Baptist church, North Birmingham, to be followed by interment in East Lake ceme- tery. Deceased had a wide acquaintance in this district, having for a number of years been employed with the Southern railway. He was member of the North Birmingham lodge of Masons, under whose direction the funeral will be held He is survived by a wife and several children.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
BoY'ss LEG CRUSHED.
Brought in From Flat Creek Last
 Niuht to Have Limb Amputated.

F. Turner, a young white boy about 1s years of age, was brought to St. Vim ent's hospital last night at 7:D from Flat Creek, suffering from crushed leg and various painful bruises.
 It was found that the limb could not he saved. and Turner was at once placed ,,non the operating table. Amputatfon of the injured member was necessary.
 It seems that the boy was injured in the mines at Short Creek, where he Is in the employ of the Pratt Coal company. A heavy weight fell upon his leg and 1t was crushed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
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FOR NERVOUS MEN AND ALL
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 The instructions for mixing ct home secretly so that no embar- rassment may be felt, are as fol- lows: First get three ounces of ] syrup sarsaparilla compound and one ounce compound fluid balm wort; mix and let stand two hours. Then add one ounce com pound essence cardiol and one ounce tincture cadomene com pound (not cardamom), and mix all together The directions are to take one teaspoonful after !, each meal and one when retiring until bounding health and full < strength are restored. Even a few weeks will witness most } wonderful results.
 Astonishing nervous force and } equilibrium follow the Urea tment, no matter how serious the case This contains no opiates what l, ever and may also be used by women who suffer with their | nerves, with absolute certainty of prompt and lasting benefits.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
Hugh L. Nathurst.

The funeral of Hugh l.. Nathurst, who died Monday. took place yesterday after noon from his late residence. 600 North Eighteenth street. The services were in charge of the Masons, of whom MT. Nat hurst was a member. Officiating min isters were Dr. w. E. Evans and the Rev. Thomas Beard. Interment was in Elmwood cemetery
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
Thrown by His Horse.

Greensboro, N. G., December 15.-W. T. Jones, prominent sportsman and capitalist of New York city, was thrown from his mount while fox hunt ing near this city today, and received serious injuries. MT. Jones in com pany with several companions left early this morning from fox hunt and in attempting to take a fence his mount fell, he being caught under meath. He was removed to the hospi- tai and is reported to be resting com fOrtahly
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
James Burnett.

The remains of James Burnett, aged 24 years, who died Tuesday night at 800 South Twentieth street. are being held at the Gaudin Undertaking parlors, await ing the arrival of the father of the de- ceased from Tennessee. Funeral arrange ments will be announced later.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
DEATHS AND FUNERALS
R. H. Connan.

R. H. coffman, aged 26 died yesterday afternoon at 1 o'clock at his late resi- dence. 116 Hawkins street. West End Deceased had for some time been con- nected with the Southern Bell Telephone company and was we'll known in this city. He is survived by a wife and other relatives. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
W0 Gnbicfs Or Roads
 FOy Az Least ThYee Years

Those who had hoped to see the con- victs put on the roads in Jefferson county after January ], will be disappointed. There is not the slightest chance to get them back on the roads within the next three years.
 The contract with the Pratt Consoli- dated company is closed for four years. and does not allow a single loop hole for the withdrawal of the convicts except i'll
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
Mrs. Sarah Ann Perry.

Funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Sarah Ann Perry, who died Tuesday were held yesterday afternoon at o'clock at the residence of her son-in-law, zn6 Twenty first avenue, North Birmingham Interment was had in Pratt City ceme- tery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
Mamie Louise Greasy.

Mamie Louise Greasy, the 19-months-old daughter of MT. and Mrs. R. s. Greasy, die dyesterday afternoon at the family residence 31Os Avenue G. The remains will be sent to Rogersville, Tenn, to- morrow morning at 6 o'clock by Shaw 6 Son, undertakers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

treatment. At present the company's camps are considered the best regulated in the state.
 Contrary to previous contracts there is no clause which allows the use of 50 con victs on the roads, All of them go to the corporation to be used in the mines.
 Meantime Atlanta and nearly all of Georgia is using convicts on the roads. and finding it a very successful practice.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
CHATTANOoGA MAN OFFERS TO PUT UP HALF THE CAPITAL STOCK AND TO LEASE NEW HOTEL FOR FINE YEARS.

Developments Friday may at last real iSe Blrminghan's new million dollar ho- tel. O, T. Alexander of Chsttnnooga, probably the souths leading hotsl man,. will be in Birmingham to confer with busines men, and will make proposI- ton not only to pitt up half the cap- ital stock, but to lsase the hotel for five years at a sum paying 6 per cent on the investment.
 The directors of the Chamber of Com meroe have been called to meet Friday at noon by President Frank Nelson, Jr.. who writes the following letter:
 Dear Sir-I herewith call a special meeting of the board of directors of the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
CHRISTMAS SHOPPERS.

Don't miss the biggest bargain sale of pictures ever held in this city. Our entire stock at 5O cents on the dollar ill Christmas. Pictures of real merit et less than the inferior kind cost. w. D. Colby Decorating Co.,. 1918 Second avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

All the new models are in, the style and fabric assortment is complete, and you'll have fine picking in Kirshhaup's handmade suit for &5, &8 and $20. Sure to please.
 MARLEY & BAUMAN
 CLOTHING CO.,, Agts.,
 1910 Sd Ave.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
THE WEATHER.

Washington, December 15.-Forecast for Alabama and Mississippi: Fair Thursday; Friday fair, warmer; light to moderate north winds, becoming variable.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

WANTHD~-At once, eight experienced coat and skirt hands. Steady positions. Ap- ply Loventhal Cloak 6 Suit Co.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

The following is the local report of the United States weather bureau at Birming- ham for 24 hours ending at D. m. Decem-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
MILLION DOLLAR HOTEL
 RESULT FROM PROPOSAL

Chamber of Commerce for Friday, De- oember 1T, at 12 o'clock. noon, to con- sider the proposition of MT. c. T. Alex ander. manag ging proprietor Of the Hotel Patton, Chattanooga, to erect first class, modern hotel in Birmingham. am convinced that Mr. Alexanders proposition is worthy of your most care ful consideration and I therefore urge upon you to be present at this meet ing. Yours truly,
 FRANK NELSON, JR..
 President It Is well known that local real es- tate men have already raised a quarter of million for the new hotel and it will only require a small further sub scription to meet the proposition of $45O 900.
 Mr. Alexander has recently built a million dollar hotel in Chattanooga. He has been in this city recently and after Investigating the field closely considers Birmingham a fine point for invest ment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

Espigne s1s worth $26.75 Brandes, the Jeweler. Soo6 Second Avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

Eat a Merita Chocolate. Fin est quality. Free demonstra- tion daily. Clarke Bros, 309 N. 20th street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

Ladies' size Elgin Watch, with 20-ysar ease, $ll.75, worth s18.5o. 15randes. the Jewelsr 20J5 Second Avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16
Green Undertaking Company.

SHAW. The Undertaken. 21oS and PHO ;th avenue Both phones g.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

Gilbert and New Haven Clocks, $l0, worth $25.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

Mewbourne & Spain. Und'.'keps, Tel 1859
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

Solid Gold I.ocket with diamonds, 35, worth s37.50. 2randes, the JeweIer, aoo5 Second Avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

WILL OPERATE JOINT FERRY.-The Board of Revenue yesterday decided b join with Walker county in the construc- ton of ferry to be operated across the river at the county line on the road to Jasper. The ferry will be owned and operated by the two counties jointly.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-12-16

TEACHERS ExAMINATIoNs-Cou ty Superintendent of Education l. w. McAdory announces that on Monday ex- aminations for the qualification of teach CTS will be held The examinations for white teachers will be conducted at the city hall. while negroes will be exam ined at the courthouse.
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1909-1915, 1909-09-03

farmers for their, wheat at s1.00 and
were making q cash payment Of 5oc
per bushe1 down. The price Of wheat
across the line has always been about
70 cents per bushels under the prices
Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, N.D.) 1909-1915, 1909-09-03

here, and we are wondering why the
price here should be less than 80 cents
per bushel, when they are contracting
up there for s1.0o per bushel: Ed
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