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Arizona republican., 1909-08-13

to be submitted on competitive basis to the board of supervisors. Said bridge not to exceed in cost the sum of ($95. 5.0O0.00) -(S50, ,0O0.GO) of which the county of Maricopa is to pay and be responsible for, the balance of which said sum of ($95. 100000 being raised by subscription and bonus.
 The amount of premium to be awarded to the architect whose plans and specifications may be adopted shall be per cent of the cost of the construction of the bridge; 2ls per cent to be paid on the adoption of the plans and specifications. the balance of 2Iz per cent to be paid on the com pletion of said bridge and the accept ance thereof.
 Said premium to be in payment in full for the services of said architect in drawing said plans and specified tions and in supervising the con struction of said bridge and during the construction of said bridge the same shall be subject to constant and per sonal supervision by the architect whose plans are adopted or by his or it's representative. Said premium shall not, however. be paId ny the board of supervisors to the architect whose plans are accepted unless after due advertising some responsible contrac- tor shall contract to construct said bridge according to said plans and specifications at cost not exceeding (S1OO. .OOOOO) including the price of premium paid to architect and the architect whose plans are accepted shall also give the bond required by paragraph 3561 of the revised statutes of Arizona, 1901.
 All plans and specifications must be received and filed in the office of the board on or before 2 o'clock pm, Tuesday, Sept 2, 1909.
 The right to reject any and all plans is expressly reserved by the board of supervisors of Maricopa county. Ari Zona territory.
 For complete conditions of competi- tion and full information as to pro posed bridge address said board at Phoenix, Arizona.
 Dated at Phoenix, Maricopa county, Arizona, this 4th day of August, 1909.
 LEO NJ. HOGHE,
 Chairman Board of Supervisors.
 WAL. F. THOMAS,
 Clerk Board of Supervisors.
Arizona republican., 1909-08-13
DUST STORM ON DESERT.

The homcsteaders on tho Highland desert experienced the worst dust storm of the season yesterday The dust drifted up three inches in some of the houses where the windows were open.
Arizona republican., 1909-08-13
NOTICE FOR PUBLICATION.

Phoenix. Arizona. Land office.
 July 20. 1909. Serial No 06167.
 Notice is hereby given that the SANTA FEE PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY. by Howel Jones, it's Land Commissioner. has filed in this of flee it's application to enter. under the provisions of the Act of June {. 1897 . C3O Stats. 36D. the following described lands, viz:
 All of sections twenty eight and twenty nine, the east half of the east half of section thirty-one. and all of sections thirty two and thirty-three. in township four north, range one east of the Gila and Salt river meridian. in Arizona.
 Any and all persons claiming ad- verscly the lands described or desiring to object because of the mineral char aCter of the land, or for any other reason, to the disposal tc the appli-
Arizona republican., 1909-08-13

cant, should file their affidavits of protest in this office on or before the 26th day of August 1909 FRANK II. PARKER Register.
Arizona republican., 1909-08-13
MARSHAL SAM BROWN
 LECTURES

Marshal Brown dedicated the new Union high school building by deliv- ering a very effective temperance lecture tO an interested audience of young men. His message had the de- sired effect. The anti-saloon lcaguers are considering the advisability of se- curing his services for the coming temperance campaign.
Arizona republican., 1909-08-13
IA TEMPE WORSH|PER
 :; OF LADY NICOTINE
He is Inspired to an outberak of Poetry.

Many are Jne sons of Tempe who have made their mark in the world: :: and greater things are yet in store for some of her noble offsprinGs Doubtless there are some who will shine as stars in the various walks of life if the proper influence is only brought to bear upon them. Some shall be orators, some statesman. some masters of finance, and one we are sure will sing with Thompson. Milton and Homer if the proper in centives only come in touch with the delicate chords of his poetical soul But the best things in this young man can be brought out Gas is the case with his kind in generaD only through opposition. He is as great lover of his pipe as an Irish queen and as fond of his cigar as an Eng fish lord or Kentucky race track sport, and great hunk of Star plug is an enjoyable substitute in case he is too busy to endulge in the ecstacies of the former But, alas, he met a sudden and severe opposition which aroused the passions of his soul. These. concentrating themselves into single idea and following the path of least resistance, broke forth in eNtemporanious and spontanious verse. I'll chew my tobacco,
 And I'll spit my juice
 l would have a woman,
 But it ain't no use.
 Come hi-lo-dinc-t tum, dide-o. Come a hi-lo-dinc- -tum di-de-o." 'I'il chew my tobacco,
 And I'll puff my smoke. I love the fair maiden
 But I won't wear her yoke. Come a hi-lo-dinc-tum, dide-o. Come a hi-lo-dinc-tum di-de-o." I'll chew my tobacco,
 And go in swimmer.
 For it's just as much fun
 As talking to the women Come hi-lo-dinc-tum, dide-o. Come a hi-lo- -dinc-tum di-de-o."
Arizona republican., 1909-08-13
THE WOMAN'S HOME
 MISSIONARY MEETING
A Delightful Day Spent at the Home of Mrs. Still.

MT. and Mrs. William Still enter tained. in all day session, the ladies of the Woman's Home Missionary so- ciety of the NJ. E. church sotuh. The ladies passed the morning chatting, eating melons, and tacking comforts for the parsonage When the noon hour arrived, baskets laden with choice eatables were brought out These were served upon the lawn in picnic fashion and devoured with a relish that would put old Epicurus to shame.
 It was decided at the business ses- sion in the afternoon to buy some pieces of new furniture for the par sonage.
 They report a most delightful day and comment eXtravigantly on the hospitality of MT. and Mrs. Still.
Arizona republican., 1909-08-13
GOOD TEMPLAR INSTALL NEW
 OFFICERS

Good Templar Lodge No. ?, of Tempe has completed the installation of officers for the ensuing quarter.
 C. T., Rev. Salyer; D. C., James Hanna; P. C., Cecil Windes; Chap, Rev Harden; Marshal, Russell Win dcs; Dep, J. Dickenson; Sect, Bert , rand Hendrix: Assistant Sect, Bertha f Wilson; Financial sect, Media Dick enson: Treas, Marie Stewart; Regis ter. Beulah Sturgeon; Guard, Frank Empey; Seminal, Frank Perry; or ganist, Elizabeth, Parry
Arizona republican., 1909-08-13
DAILY DoINes oFTEmPE PEOPLE

Prof. J. T. Hall, after a few days at home, returned this morning to join the Mullen party at Flagstaff. He will remain there until the open ing of the normal, returning by the way of the Verde valley in company with Joe Sheldon
 Mrs. A. B. TOmlinson was visiting in Phoenix yesterday.
 w. T. Cummings was in Scottsdale yesterday on business
 Will Knight came down yesterday from the Fraser ranch to spend a few days with friends here.
 All business houses will be closed this afternoon.
 ola olson was transacting business in Phoenix yesterday.
 Miss Mollie Cummings is expected home from Tucson Saturday. where she has been spending a while with friends
 Dr. T. C. Brechan made a profes- sional visit to Mesa yesterday.
 M. C. Baldwin. assistant cashier of the Mesa City bank, stopped over with us for few hours on his return trip from the Pacific Coast where he has been spending his vacation. . Mrs. Abe Fisher who has been vis- iting her daughter at Kirkland, Ariz.. has returned home. She says Kirk land is one of the finest places in Arizona for a summer outing. The air is cool and invigorating and there is an abundant supply of fruit and vegetables.
 A. C. Mcdonald leaves next week F- l.. [ A n,.gs and San Francesca.
 It has been definitely decided to open the normal school Sept. 9th, but the training school will not open un- til the 18th.
 Thomas King and his son, Virgil, were over from Phoenix yesterday.
 Little Howard LOhmann, whom we reported seriously hurt yesterday, is reported better today. However, he is still dangerously ill.
Arizona republican., 1909-08-13
FOR THE INFORMATION OF
 APPLICANTS.
United States Land Office.

Phoenix, Ariz., July IT, 1909. Notice is hereby given that plats of survey of Townships North. Range II East, and Township 6 North, Range F East. GractionaD G. & s. F. E. & NJ. including Sections 1 to 9 inclusive, and Sections 16 to 21 inclusive. have been received at this office and will be off cially filed August 19. 1909.
 on and after which date this office will receive and act upon applications to make entries in said Townships.
 FRANK II. PARKER,
 Register.
 CHAS E. ARNOLD.
 Receiver.
Arizona republican., 1909-08-13
ANOTHER CALHOUN vENIRE

San Francisco, Aug. 12.-A dozen talesmen were examined and excused today in the trial of Patrick Calhoun. special venire. summoned to appear tomorrow. will bring the total number of citizens drawn in the case up to 1,500.
Arizona republican., 1909-08-13

LAND FOR SALE-In small or or large tracts, with or without houses. Houses in Tempe for sale or rent If you want to rent call at once, or write Co A. B. TOMLINSON, Real Estate Agent and Notary Pub lie. Tempe. Ariz
Arizona republican., 1909-08-13
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Bids will be received by the board of trustees of Osborn school district No. s, for repairs on the building. See plans in the office of J. NJ. Creigh- ton, architect, room 412 Fleming block. All bids must be in the hands of the board at 4 pm. Saturday, August IA
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-17

with God. We are privileged to have the direct approach to Him. To stand fact to face with the eternal.
 iOne of the results of these com munions is the deep and settled convic- ton of the might and the ma jesty of Christ
 Jesus Christ is the master of men. They who know Him best are most full in their testimony to this.
 He masters us by His might in the spiritual world. which he conquers and holds subject to himself. He tri- umphs over heredty, temperament and habit. He leads captive the souls of men.
 He sways us by the majesty of His personality. The exalted pitch of His life wins us. The kingdom of Heaven was His atmosphere as well as His endeavor.
 His philosophy embraced the unseen and the eternal-the Creator in relation to Ills creation. To Him God is the source, the explanation. the end of all. He comes from God. He lives for God. He goes to God. All things are tribu tory to this. Striking at once be- cause of its simplicity and because of its sublimity, His philosophy gathers humanity in it's grasp and lifts them out of self into service. and out of this world into the presence of God.
 His purpose for men was wide as the world. deep as human need, and high as human possibility.
 His immeasurable love melts us down. There is no greatness like great ness in love. He who is supreme here is greatest everywhere. It is here that our king is kingliest. Love forgives our sins. Love bears unfalteringly with our repeated failures Unfailing, un- wearied, unchiding love leads men wh eresoeyer it will.
 Jesus must be obeyed He is the Lord of glory. He has authority to say, Thy sins be forgiven" But His power to save men Is not greater than his auth ority to command men,
 'The way of salvation is not made plainer than the way of service. The great commission to preach the gospel to every creature Is so plain, so di- rect, that a child can not mistake its meaning. This is the unchanging will of God. It deals with eternal issues. We deal with this command as if 1t were a mere incident in the life of Christ, forgetting that all His life was lived and His cross endured that He might make a gospel which He could command His church to preach to all men.
 "The church can not come into her own in spiritual things till she does Gods will. Fellowship with Him while we disobey Him is not possible. God becomes dominant in our human life. The complete mastery of any one life means the triumph of Christ in many more. Here let us learn how to de- vote ourselves. Let us yield to Him as well as acknowledge Him our King. Let us surrender to Him as well as confess that He Is Lord.
 "Go home, fully surrendered to Christ and to His ideals and purposes and serve with the unreckoning devotion of self-forgetting love. Go your way straight to this work of God unself- ishly, unceasingly, and undauntedly.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-17
WILL CARL SEALS
 BE GIVEN SEAT?
SOLUTION OF THE POLICE COM MISSION SITUATION IS CAUSING WoRRY-sEVERAL SUCCESS TIoNS HAVE BEEN MADE.

The solution of the present mixup in the affairs of the new police commission is just at present a matter of keen in +erest With those who like to talk poli- tics an important question is whether or not Carl Seals will be seated on the new board.
 When the commissioners go into office in May the police commission will be composed of three members, Mayor elect Frank P O'Brien, F. B. Yielding and some other man. and this other man is where the rub lies
 There is an undercurrent of talk that if Carl Seals is finally and definitely de- clared ineligible for the position to which he was elected on the democratic ticket because he lives in Mountain Terrace out stde the city, the new commission will, II it is possible under the law, declare vacancy on the board of police commits sioners and endeavor to have the governor to appoint a man to fill the position. If this plan fails. according to rumors, the fight will be for another election to fill the position.
 If MT. Seals is declared out, many con- tend that Mr. Matthews the republican candidate for a position on the board, is the regular man for the place. However, whether or not he will be seated is very undecided question It will be recalled that in the election he received less than 200 votes.
 There are many who believe that MT. Seals will be ultimately seated on the board of police commissioners.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-17
OFFICIAL NOTICE ON SOUTHERN STEEL

The Southern Steel company, reorgan- ized as the Southern Iron and Steel com pany will resume operations just so soon as the foreclosure proceedings are passed, which will be some time in March,
 w. P. c. Harding of the Southern Steel company reorganization committee, re- ceived yesterday the following official notice:
 New York February Il, 1909. To the Holders of the Certificates of De- posit Representing Securities and Claims Deposited Under the Plan and Agree ment of Reorganization for the South ern Steel Company, Dated May, 15, 1908: Sufficient assents and deposits having been received under the proposed plan of reorganization, and provislon satisfactory to the committee, having been made to provide not less than two million dollars ($2, ,000, 0O0) of the cash requirements of the reorganization, the reorganization committee has decided said plan of re- organization operative and effective.
 The reorganization committee will pro- ceed to immediately complete the reor- ganization in manner and as provided by the plan and agreement of reorganiza- ton. JAM ES T. WOODW ARD,
 Chairman. D. G. BOISSEVAIN, Secretary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-17
ACAPULCO MOURNS
 OVER HOLOCAUST
Dead Burned In Theatre May
 Reach Over 300
NO ESCAPE WAS POSSIBLE
Front of the Theatre Takes Fire and Cuts Off the People From the Exits and Awful Death
 Comes to Scores.

Mexico City. February 16.-Latest dis patches from Acapulco, where the Flores theatre burned Sunday night while the structure was crow ded at a gala performance given in honor of Gov. Damian Flores of the state of Guerrero. bring varying estimates of the loss of life. They agree in de- claring, however that the dead will ex ceed 200. while some place the figures high as 300 and $50. Most of the dead were charred and burned beyond rec ognition so that 1t will take several days probably to secure an accurate list.
 Acapulco is dazed by the catas- trophe. All business at the port has ceased, the shops have been closed and the people are crowding the churches where masses are being cele- brated for the dead Subscription lists have been opened throughout the state of Guerrero and in Mexico City for the sufferers.
 The fire. which spread with incredible rapidity through the immense wooden a nd abode structure was due to the
  operator at the moving picture machine. There was an explosion, a burst of flame. which communicated to the bunt ing used for decorating purposes and in a few minutes the entire structure was a mass of fire.
 The flames started over the main en- trance. The exits were all in the front part of the building, which was almost immediately turned into a wall of fire so that the people were trapped. The people in a frenzied panic, tried to run the gauntlet of flames, but where one escaped scores perished. As nearly all ways in catastrophes of the kind, the women and children suffered most, com prising a majority of the dead. All re- mains have been buried in a common trench by the municipal authorities.
 The greatest loss of life was occasioned according to survivors, by the fall of the roof which crashed down on the en- trapped people in what seemed a short time after the blaze was discovered. Pre- vious to this the men in the pit had fought like demons, striking down wom en and children in their efforts to escape. The fall of the roof, however, stilled the screams and groans of the fighting, pan ic-stricken audience.
 The firemen and the crowds on the out side who had been attracted to the scene could do nothing to help the people in the burning building, and were compelled to stand helpless. Latest reports indi- cate that no Americans lost their lives. though earlier dispatches had said that several were killed. MT. Moorhead, the American consul, had been invited to the performance, but pressing business made 1t impossible for him to attend and this probably saved his life.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-17
Real Estate Transfers.

Deeds of conveyance were filed in the office of the probate court yesterday in the following transactions in real estate in which amounts of 5000 or more were involved:
 s32O0-Tony Frank and wife to Charles Heiber, lots 19 and 20 in block IS H. Ensley.
 S10O0-W. H. Weaver and wife to T. D. Watkins, block 1l3 and part of block 116 in the survey of B. w. Foshee in the southeast quarter of the northwest quar- ter of section 25, township 1s, range 6 west.
 si4Oo-A. A. Pratt. ct al, to Eugene Fies. lots 12 and 13 in block 133, East Lake.
 s25Oo-J. A. Odel and wife to Joe E. Ball, lot in block 6, of the first addi- tion to Woodlawn.
 s1s6O-C. c. Webster and wife to H. w. Colson. part of block 112 of James M. Wares addition to Birmingham.
 $35oO-L. T. Trousdale and wife to J. H. Mason, an undivided one-.Aird interest in the northwest quarter of the northeast quarter; the south half of the northeast quarter and the north half of the south east quarter of section 19, township IS, range ? west.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-17
DIR. FELIX GAUDIN
 DELIVERS LECTURE

A very instructive and entertaining lec- ture was delivered last night by Dr. Felix Gaudin of New Orleans in the Knights of Columbus hall The lecturer was introduced by the Rev Father Coyle who informed the audience that it was the purpose of Dr. Gaudin to show the origin and growth of the Catholic church, beginning with it's founder, Jesus Christ, down to the present day.
 Dr. Gaudin began his remarks by ad- Vocating the insurance feature of the Catholic Knights of America and point ing out that it was equally as reliable and much cheaper than ordinary life in surance He entrusted the big salaries and costly methods of most companies with the voluntary system which dis penses with all that
 Entering on the subject of his regular lecture which he Illustrated with lantern slides, he showed the country of Pales- tine and the cities in which the early days of Christ were spent. Every spot of historical interest was shown and much interesting information given about them The pictures and history of the Christian prosecutions and the catacombs were followed with close attention. After the conclusion of the lecture Dr. Gaudin was the recipient of many congratula- tions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-17
Majestic-VaudeVilIe.

A more wonderful bicycle riding act than that of Hill and Silviany has prob ably never been seen in Birmingham. Light comedy, clever and amusing, is found in the act of the Devlin- -Ellwood company, "The Girl From Yonkers," who is the innocent little country girl caught in mans room stealing. A woman burg lar Is a unique stage character The en- tire bill this week is one of unusual strength, we'll balanced, and there is not a weak number on the bill. There is a matinee daily and a performance nightly al the Majestic.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-17
ROSEMOUNT
MOnteagle
Tennessee

Reopens April 1st. A Church School for Girls, offering all the regular courses, with Special Courses in Art and Music. A limit of 60 girls insures individual instruction Rates $500. This school has the unique feature of Winter vaca- tion instead of the usual Summer one. Beautiful and healthful location. Cata- logue upon application.
 Rev. E. J. Batty, Director.
 Miss DuBose, Principal.
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-17
NORTHERN STATES
 SEEK INFORMATION
MAYOR WARD STILL ANSWERING LETTERS INQUlRING ABOUT EF- FEcTS OF PROHIBITION IN BlR- MINGHAM.

Mayor Ward during the past year has received innumerable letters from persons in Ohio and Indiana seeking mforma- tion relative to the manner in which Bir- mngham has managed to exist since the declaration" of prohibition. Each one asks if the licenses have been increased and if business not taxed prior to prohibi- ton had been taxed since January of last year.
 The license schedule of Birmingham has been used as the argument that since prohibition licenses have been increased and businesses heretofore charged no li- cense have been taxed. The schedules of 1907 and 1908 are printed side and side.
 In answering each query Mayor Ward has verified the schedules as printed in the campaign of Ohio and Indiana as the Birmingham schedule, but declares that it was not affected by prohibition.
 He mailed the following letter yester- day:
 Birmingham, February 15, 1909. P Rass Parrish, 505 South Wittenberg Avenue, Springfield o.
 Dear Sir:-Replying to yours of the 11th will say that somebody, and all the evidence points to the liquor interests, are distributing throughout the states of Ohio and Indiana copies of the license schedules of this city.
 This schedule has always been in ef- feet in this city. 1t is a scheme of tax aton made necessary by our extremely low property tax rate and assessments It was in no wise caused by prohibition
 The loss to the citys revenues on ac- count of liquor licenses was overcome by our borrowing an amount equal to the loss. This loan will be reduced each year until wiped out by the holding down of municipal expenses and not advancing as ordinarily they would be done. 1 The license schedule is evidently being circulated by the liquor interests for the purpose of misleading the public.
 Trusting this information is what you 1 seek, 1 am, very truly
 G. WARD, Mayor
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-17
ADJUSTMENTS.
At the Biiou.

The current engagement of "Just Out of College" at the Bijou is proving very popular. This piece is bubbling over with characteristic Ade fun and the hearers are kept in a state of continuous hilarity throughout the performance. Just Out of College" Is staged with the adequate attention to details as well as general effect, that marked the original produc- tion at the Lyeeum theatre, New York. There will be a performance tonight.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-17
At the Gavetv.

The beautiful and attractive Estelle Rose is pleasing large audiences at the Gayety this week with her character songs in the olio. She is ably assisted throughout the show by other talented female members while the LivinSstons in their acrobatic work add greatly to the entertainment provided Last night there was a beauty contest. The marriage of MT Ben Dawson and Miss Gladys Gra- ham will take place on the stage Thurs day night.