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The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1909-08-17
nc; TOUCHED LIVE WIRE
And Fifth Ward Bay Had Close Call
For Hsl Life. Z

Paul Yostis Of the Fifth ward. aged
si3 years, climbed AN electric light pole
last evening and came In contact with
n hot wire. The boy was shocked and
fell TO the ground. He avs uncon;
scIous for TIME. but with tie aid OF
stwosnhyaicians. he was brought around
AL right. 5, \,
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1909-08-17

Mrs. r. II FIaherty. Of Monongahi;
and sister. Mrs. George Stone. ofS
Clarksburg, were visitors In t.ie city
today. ~ y
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1909-08-17
DIXIE
Last Day"
Drawing for S prizes.
tTilis nftcrnoon.)
Ali Numbers Good To-day.

extra" To-day, TUESDAY"
We present one OF seliG's Big pro-
dnctlons.
"WoN IN THE DESERT"
SeIigs pictures, like our favorite
meiouraphs" are "cIoss," and "always
Good"
This picture will please everyone.
Camels, Lions. Horses and magnitl'
cent scenery. make this n notable pro
duction "Exacting
Song by Miss Asher Lady Haritone)
"The organists Last Hymn."
The Fairmont West Virginian. (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1904-1914, 1909-08-17

Miss Margaret Murphy has been Wis
'iting relatives In Cameron for several
days. :. !. n 4. *
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
FOUR PIPE TRAINS LEAVE FOR MOBILE BeSsener Has Shipped 200
 Cars In Ten Days L0WLANDS ALL FLOODED J. Nj. Mehurg Is Released Under 5000 Bail-Jonesboro Bond Election
 Tomorrow-Personal and
 General News.
LOWLANDS ALL FLOODED
By j. B. HOUSTON.

Bessemer, March 1s.-tspecial.) )-The United States Cast Iron Pipe and Foun- dry company this evening sent forward to Mobile via the Southern railroad four trains loaded with pipe for Cuban ports, making within the past 10 days eight solid trains of iron pipe shipped from Bessemer to fill the big order booked for Cienfuegos, Cuba. When it is taken into consideration that eight trains mean more than 200 cars loaded with the product of the Bessemer plant 1t can be realized what big and valuable industry Bes- semer has within her borders.
 About 5000 tons have been shipped for Cuban points and this is not all of the order yet to be delivered. It will be re- membered that last week train loaded with pipe made a reeord-breaking run to Mobile, covering the distance between the two points in F hours and 45 minutes, and 1t is expected that some of the en- gineers of the four trains going this evening will try to eclipse that run, as the trains will have the right of way and can go ahead as fast as wheels can turn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
BURNETT AT HOME.
Hurries Back to Washington to Fisht
 Cannon Rules.

Gadsden. March 13.-(Special) )-Con- gressman John L.. Burnett was in the city for a few hours yesterday but was hurrying back to Washington to assist in the effort to break or at least to modify the House rules, a fight on which is to be precipitated on Monday. MT. Burnett believes there is good chance for the insurgent republicans and the democrats to combine and force more liberal pro- cedure.
 While here he also discussed the Hund- ley situation and expressed himself of the opinion that the judge would never be reappointed by President Taft
 MT. Burnett also said that the bids on the federal building made marble con struction about s6000 above the appropria- tion, but the architect was hopeful to make modification that would make it possible to build a marble structure with the funds available.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
Boys Publicly Whipped.

Decatur, March 13.-(Special.) )-Five small negro boys of an average age of about 12 years were publicly whipped by their mothers in New Decatur yesterday at the suggestion of Mayor Blackwell The boys were arrested on the charge of stealing a dozen eggs from c. B. Ma lone's barn and when taken before Mayor Blackwell he excused them with the un- derstanding that their mothers whip them. This was done and one of the negro women applied the lash with so much force to her boy that MT. Malone had to interfere and put a stop to the whipping.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
MRS. MATTE POPE
 IS PUT ON TRIAL
IS CHARGED WITH THE MURDER OF HER MOTHER NEAR MONTE VALID, IN CHlLToN COUNTY. HEARING IS CONTINUED.

Clanton March 3.-(Special. )-After the examination of about 20 witnesses in tfe preliminary hearing of Mrs. Mat tie Pope. charged with the murder of her mother, Mrs. Margaret King. near Montevallo about a week ago, the trial was continued to next Wednesday. The continuance was necessary on account of the absence of two important wit nesses.
 It will be remembered that the body of Mrs King was found in her home with throat cut and bruises on the head.
 The daughter, Mrs. Pope, who lived with her mother, was away at a neigh boring house at the time of the dis covery of the body.
 Suspicious circumstances led to her arrest. Warren Woods. a son of the murdered woman. was also arrested, but he was released today. All the evil dence against Mrs. Pope so far is pure ly circumstantial and public opinion Is pretty much divided as to her guilt. She stoutly denies any knowledge of the crime.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
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 And BIackheads
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
TEACHERS MEET IN
 ANN UAL SESSION

Tuscunbia March 3-(Special )-The second annual meeting of the Tennessee Valley Teachers association was called to order yesterday afternoon in the chap el of the Deshler Institute by the presi- dent Superintendent Collier, of the De- catur city schools. About 100 delegates were in attendance from the cities and towns of northern Alabama and southern Tennessee, which comprise the district
 The Rev. W. II. Chapman of Sheffield made the opening prayer, which was fol- lowed by music by Knickerbocker band "A most pleasing feature of the conven- fion was the brilliant reception rendered the members of the association and visl- tors last night by the members of the Clean City club.
 The first subject on the programme was "Gradauation of Public Schools" by Superintendent w. H. Mcclellan of Athens, and Professor Prince of Hartselle led an interesting discussion of the sub 5ect.
 Other practical subjects which were giv- en close attention by the teachers were, ..Teaching Literature to the Seventh and Eighth Grades with the Aid of Pictures, ,' Miss Evelyn Iasseter Of Tuscumbiai -'Thoroughness in School Work" Prof. P. A. Odom of Somerville; discussion, R. L. quinn of Moulton; "How to Teach Reading Miss Nettie Terrell of Shef- field; .Proper Grading of Johnson s Arithmetic" pr. James K. Powers of Florence.
 At the evening session Hon. A. H. Carmichael, speaker of the Alabama house made the address of welcome and q hearty welcome he extended to the visitors MT. Carmichaels fame as an orator is statewide and the address last night was in his happiest vein. Equally happy was the response made by Prof w J. Humphrey of Huntsville. Dr. R P. Claxton of Knoxville, Tenn, one oi the ablest educators of his state, dis cussed the subject, ''The Professional
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
EUFAULA RIFLES
 ARE INSPECTED

Eufaula, March 13.-(Special. )-The an- nual inspection of the Eufaula Rifles and the Second Regiment band of the city, which was held here this week was most gratifying to the officials of the regiment, and was a most highly interesting and entertaining affair. Adjt. Gen. Bibb Graves, Major Thurston and Col. E. H. Graves, assistant inspector, were met at the depot in automobiles and escorted by prominent members of both organizations to the hotel, where they were assigned quarters until Il 80 o'clock, when they re- paired to the apartments of the band to inquire into the condition of the prop erty.
 The afternoon was enjoyed until 80 o'clock in auto drives over the city by the members. when the officials were es- corted to the armory to pass upon the condition of the company's property. Everything was pronounced in most ex- cellent condition, and social chats and o'clock, when all repaired to the armory, where large gathering of citizens await ed to witness the exercises. The band marched through the streets playing na- tional airs and upon reaching the hall both institutions were soon in rank and file awaiting the pleasure of the officials.
 After the review and inspection Adjt Gen. Bibb Graves and Col E. H. Graves made brief but appropriate addresses, in which they were extremely complimentary in their praises of both organizations, ex- pressing pleasing surprise upon the wonderful progress Of the band which had contributed several fine selections during the exercises. Upon the conclu- sion of the regular routine of their duties the officers were rendered buffet lunch- con to which all the citizens had been in- vted, and which was most heartily par taken of. A number of ladies served while the assembly remained seated, pass ing to each and all of them a most de- lightful menu of good things. The oc- casion has been pronounced one of the most interesting and entertaining ever witnessed in the city.
 A committee of citizens was engaged yesterday afternoon in soliciting contribu- tions for the storm sufferers at CulnJert Ga, and succeeded in securing $115. This, together with previous amounts will make sum of $2O0, which will be inn mediately forwarded to the mayor of the unfortunate city for distribution. The citizens have been informed that l the free delivery of the mall system will | go promptly into effect here on the first i of June with three carriers and one sub- stitute.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
THEY ARE 'BLIND
 PIGS IN CHICAGO

Chicago. March 13.-(Special.) )-"There are at least 250O places in Chicago where liquor is sold without a license and there are more bling pigs in Chicago than there are in Kansas and Maine com bined. I was particularly glad to learn that the city was successful in this suit. Chicago's Law and Order league will con tinue to furnish evidence of similar cases to the city law department.
 Thus spoke A. B. Farwell, of the Chi- cago Law and Order league today, fol- lowing the conviction in Judge Cottrell' s court of Minnie Everleigh, part owner of the "Eyerleigh club at 2312 Dear born street. charged with selling intoxi- eating liquors without license. The jury imposed fine of $25.
 The prosecution was conducted by the city on evidence furnished by the Law and Order league. Arguments on a mo- ton for a new trial will be heard next Saturday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
TELEPHONE CHANGES HANDS.
Holdings of Morgan County Concern
 Taken By Stockholders.

Decatur. March Special )-The Alabama holdings of the Morgan Coun- ty Telephone company were sold at Veto, Ala, today to the bondholders of the company for about $131,000. This company went into bankruptcy some weeks ago. The company own long distance lines and franchises reaching from Birfning ham to Indianapolis, Ind. They also own extensive lines to Ken lucky, Indiana, Ohio and other noth- ern states. The company will continue in Onera finn
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
WANT RAILROAD.
The Decaturs Are Interested In Pro.
 posed Extension.

Decatur, March 13.-(Special)-A spe- cial meeting of the Development Com pany of the Decaturs YVES held yesterday afternoon to discuss the matter of build ing a railroad from the Decaturs to Jasper, to connect with the Alabama Central at Jasper.
 There was a large attendance and number of enthusiastic speeches were made. Secretary Charles Bassett of the Development company was instructed to take the matter up with parties at Jas per for the purpose of seeing just what could be done. Later another meeting will be held and active steps will be taken.
 The people of the Decaturs are very much enthused over the building of this road and will do their part toward its construction.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14

Preparation of the Public School Teach er' in a manner which aroused keen interest
 The convention was again called to order at o'clock this morning and the programme occupied the greater part of the day. Mrs. John R. Price of Florence, who was a member of the educational commission sent to Europe last fall to investigate educational methods abroad, talked delightfully."- on My Recent Trip to Europe and the English Public School System"
 Other interesting talks were made on "What Should Be Taught in the Public Schools" Prof. J. B. Lockhart, superin- tendent of Florence city schools, Prof. Hodges of Gurley leading the discussion.
 'The Possibilities of the Teacher, Prof. F. M. Massey Pulaski, Tenn; "The Red Tape of the School System" H. J. Fusch, Mooresville city schools. Addresses by Superintendent James F. Koonce of Lau- derdale county and F. W. Hall of Athens, closed a very successful convention.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
Personal and General.

P H. Kennedy of south Alabama is visiting his nephew, William T. Ken nedy, whom he had not seen for 90 years. The elder Kennedy is a great traveller and is brother of Mr. Kennedy s father
 Peter Gouvernoviteh one of the best known and oldest citizens of Jonesboro, is critically i'll at his home and fears are felt for his recovery.
 Dr. Edward Thomson manager of the Sunday league, will preach at the First Baptist church Sunday morning and will address q union meeting at the First Presbyterian church in the evening. The league Is for the promotion of better ob- servanee of the Sabbath
 The Baptist bazaar, though handicapped by bad weather, has enjoyed good sue cess the past few days. Many valuable and pretty articles have been sold while regular meals and lunches have been served.
 Mr and Mrs. George W. Harrison have as their guest for few days their father, Mir. George W. Harrison of Eutaw.
 Miss zena Smith, after a very pleasant visit with her sister, Mrs. E. A. Little. has returned to her home in Meridian, Miss
 Mrs. John Perkins was the hostess at an entertainment in honor of the Matrons' club Friday afternoon. A number of guests were present and the affair was a most lively and enjoyable one. A geographical contest was introduced for the pleasure of the guests and Mrs. Rob ert Stevenson won the first prize, a pretty bon bon dish. The consolation prize, cream jug, went to Miss Grace Judson on cut with Miss Febringer of New Orleans. Delicious refreshments were served.
 Mrs Sam Lefkovitz will return home from a three weeks visit to relatives in Memphis on Sunday.
 Harry c. Grigsby is confined to his home with a hard attack of illness.
 There will be the regular services at the First Presbyterian church Sunday morning at Il o'clock by the pastor, the Rev. l. F. Swallow, but there will be no service in the evening, the congrega- ton joining with the other congregations in the union service.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
Almost a Flood.

Valley Creek this evening is higher than for years, the great volume of water this afternoon late being almost to the high road bridge at Brighton, while the backwater is far back up to the Atlanta, Birmingham and Atlantic fill the public road in some places being five feet under water. The stream has risen consider ably since noon and with the rain still falling 1t will go over the bridge unless the rain ceases. No serious damage has been reported below, only the water is so high at Bullard shoals that it is impos- sible for teams to get through the cut. The macadamized roads are standing the hard weather but dirt roads have suffered badly. Land that has been plowed is so badly washed that farmers are blue over the outlook for crops
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
POLICE DELIVER
 LORDS MESSAGE And White Robed Negro Prophets Leave the City BAPTlSTS HOLD REVIVAL St. Pauls Episcopal Church Is Being Redecorated Against Easter Sun
 day-Turner Art Exhibit
 at Selma.

Selma. March 3.-(Special. )-The whiie robed negro prophetesses who hail from the regions Of Eutaw, Ala, and who have been in the city for several days, have gone. declaring that the Lord told them to leave town. The truth is the police authorities intimated that they had done about enough mischief among the ignorant members of their race and that they had better seek greener fields The negroes about the city declare that the women went down to the river when they first came to Selma and having wet their feet in the water prophesied that the river would rise to an alarming stage and that the present year would be one of fire, famine and pestilence.
 Revival at Baptist Church.
 At the First Baptist church the Rev. Wicker well known evangelist is con- ducting a series of revival meetings which are being well attended and which are productive of splendid results. Tomor- row there will be held three services in the morning at II, the afternoon at S:9O and at night at 7:S0
 Literary Society.
 The Morgan Literary society of the Selma Military institute gave reception last night at the institute. There are two societies at the college, one named in honor of Senator John T. Morgan, the other in honor of Senator Edmund w. Pettus. There is a friendly rivalry be- tween the two and much pleasure re- dounds to the pupils therefrom.
 St. Paus Church.
 St. Pauls Episcopal church which has been in tho hands of the decorators for the past month is nearing completion and will be ready for services Easter Sunday. The entire interior has been done over and new carpet purchased. The Rev Mr. DeOvies of Birmingham con ducted the Lenten services Friday after noon for the congregation of the church.
 Turner Art Exhibit.
 The Turner Art Exhibit will be at the Carnegie Library during the coming week, the same being brought to Selma under the auspices of the School Improvement association.
 Local and Personal.
 F. M. stillwell spent yesterday and to- day in Montgomery.
 S. E. Parrish of Consul was a visitor to Selma today.
 Information reached Selma last night of the death at Oakhill of Miss Lee liar ris former Selmian well known in this city.
 Mir and Mrs. J. S. Pollard are spending the week end in Selma.
 Mrs. B. J. Schuster and Miss Bettha Schuster are spending a few days i'll Montgomery.
 Miss Eva Ward of Fort Smith. Ark, is visiting MT and Mrs. J. w. Creagh On Fremont street.
 Mrs Will Harrel is critically i'll at her home at Pleasant Hill this county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
TWO MEN SHOT IN
 REVOLVER BATTLE

Chicago, March 1S.-(Special.)- .)-Two men were shot this afternoon in revolver battle between policemen of the Twenty second street station and an alleged lead CT of a band of robbers. Silks and other property valued at nearly $looo were seized Many pedestrians narrowly es- capped being shot.
 Frank Galesch. IT years old, was shot in the groin condition serious; passerby.
 Frank Busch, 2S, said to be an ex-con- vict, was shot in the right thigh and left foot; condition not critical.
 George Goodell, companion of Busch, was arrested and locked up at the Twen- ty-second street police station.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
DIVORCE GRANTED
 FOR QUEER CAUSE


 Chicago, March 1s-(Special) )-saying that his wife would not venture to Amer ica because she thought this country was "beset with devils" Albez Kubik won a divorce from Judge Ball of the superior court today Kubik said his wife re- tained possession of the family estate in Austria, valued at s25,000, and that for seven years he had been trying to induce her to come here. He is a contractor and builder. The evidence upon which he obtained his divorce Is a letter written for her by the priest of Mrs. Kublk' s parish and is as follows:
 Because the United States is beset with devils; because there is no religion there and no religious freedom; because foreigners, especially Bohemians, are not happy in America. They are not wanted there, and if you love me you will re- turn"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
Jonesboro Election,

Not little interest surrounds the cleo tion Monday in the town of Jonesboro, when the voters meet to cast their bal lots for or against the issuance of $3O, ,0oO worth of bonds for the purpose of build ing better and larger school houses for the increased number of children in the town. It is believed that the election will carry by a good majority, and the sup porters of the measure express themselves as feeling sure that it will go through by a large majority.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
Released Under Bond.

The preliminary hearing of J. M Me hurg, charged with the killing of Frank Callahan, was heard before Justice E. H Lopez this morning in Rebie hall and after the evidence from several witnesses was heard the court admitted the accused to bail in the sum of $1000 Bond was signed and Mehurg went home with his aged wife, who sat near him during the entire hearing, while two daughters sat within the railing of the court room Mehurg was represented by Thomas T Huey, while Solicitor Ben G. Perry was assisted by Goodwin & Ross, who have been employed to prosecute.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
Mrs. Gannoway Dies.

Anniston, March 13.-(special) )-Mrs. Melisa Gannoway, widow of the late J. B. Gannoway, died at her nome Thurs day at noon at Eulaton, after an illness covering several months. She leaves three children. all of whom are married Her husband died several years ago. Mrs. Gannoway was 67 years of age, and was well-known and loved in Anniston, as well as in the community in which she lived
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14
Strike In Manila.

Manila, March 13.-The street rail- road strike declared last week has ex- tended to the workmen employed by the Manila lighting department, but the service remains unimpaired. The general agitation in labor circles con- tinues, but no other strikes have been called
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-14

bile, Gulfport and New Orleans. where they will inspect the kind of paving be- ing placed by the firm of Bigler & Go. The party will be under the charge of L. |. Lockwood, who has been with the Bigler Co. for several years, and who will show the party the advantages of the paving adopted by Mobile and put down with such success. The party will return on Saturday morning after visit ing Gulfport and New Orleans.