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The Newark star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1909-1909, 1909-09-03
SEND $40 TO AID
STARVING FAMILY

More proof of the charitable spirit of
Newark citizens was found in the
STARS mail today, when a check from
the Feigenspan Provident Club for $40
was received for the relief of Mrs.
Mary Muschtel and her family. The
letter which accompanied the check
said; THE case seems to be a very sad
one and we trust this sum will relieve
their present necessities The money
will be forwarded today.
The Newark star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1909-1909, 1909-09-03
BADLY BURNED WHEN TORCH
SETS HIS CLOTHES ABLAZE.

Emilio Vocaile, - years old. of 1874
Verona avenue, a laborer in the Verona
Chemical Company's plant in Verona
avenue, was badly burned about the
legs, body, chest and arms today when
his clothing caught fire from the ex-
p~losion of a torch he was carrying.
Fellow workimen put out the Aam.s,
and he was removed to the city Hos
pital. There the doctors said he was
badly burned, but would probably re-
cover.
The Newark star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1909-1909, 1909-09-03
COUNTY TAX BOARD
POSTPONES MEETING.

owing to the fact that the tax as
SCISSORS of East Orange lave not yet
filed their schedule of valuations in
that city, the County Board of Taxa
ton, which was to have fixed the
county rate today. has postponed ac-
ton until next Tuesday. President
Lathrop Anderson is out of town, but
will return in time to pass upon the
figures.
The Newark star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1909-1909, 1909-09-03
THIEVES FRIGHTENED OFF.

Gaining an entrance by the rear
door while the family was away,
thieves were unsuccessful in their at
tempt to rob the home of Mrs. Will
lam O'Connor, of 81 Third venue, last
night. Policemen Hannon n Good
win, of the Second Precinct, were sent
to investigate. They said the thieves
were frightened off before they a a
chance to get anything.
The Newark star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1909-1909, 1909-09-03
SLIGHT DAMAGE IN ERE.

Fire. which started from some I'M
known cause. did about $11 damage last
night in the home of Sigmond Tiger, of
26 Prospect place. An alarm was sent
The Newark star and Newark advertiser. [volume] (Newark, N.J.) 1909-1909, 1909-09-03
RuRNED In EXPLOSION.

In extinguishing assmall blaze caused
by the explosion of a bottle of ether in
q soda water fountain at 462 Springfield
avenue, Isaac S%torsberg was burned
about the face and hands when another
bottle exploded.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
LOST BROTHER
 CAUSES TROUBLE
SPECIAL LAW MUST BE PASSED TO PERMIT SALE OF PROPERTY LEFT TO THE HEIRS AND IN TRUST.

Annston, June 2S.-(Special. )-The prolonged and unaccountable absence of a brother, Theodore A. Kline, togeth- CT with the inadequacy of the Georgia law, has called Attorney Charles D. Kline of this city to Atlanta for the purpose of fathering a bill through the Georgia legislature which will enable him to dispose of $6000 home at Ma con, 8 heritage of his father the late T. D. Kline, general manager of the Central of Georgia.
 When T. D. Kline died he left his property to his immediate heirs and devisees in the form of trust, and one of these was Theodore A. Kline. a son. who has been out of communica- tion with the other members of his family for period of 12 years. This son was willed a sixth interest in the Macon property, which the other heirs now desire to sell; but his unaccounta- ble whereabouts makes this impractica- ble under existing laws.
 It seems that in case T. A. Kline be dead, which is believed probable, his deyisees. should he have left a will, would not be affected by the legal notice of sale and it Is said that there is no law extan6 in the statutes of Georgia under which his heirs or de- yisees can be served conjointly. It is said that under the present Georgia law heirs of property holder must be named individually if they would be affected by a legal notice of sale and it is said to be with view of pro yiding against these hindrances that Mr. Kline will petition for the new law.
 In case the law is enacted, the property will be sold and sixth in terest deposited to the credit of the missing man, who already has snug deposit in a local bank as part or the fortune left by his father.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24

The new president of the Alabama Press association has been editor of the Guntersville Democrat for seven years He was former vice president of the state association. He succeeded the much la mented F. O. Nicely as editor of the Dem ocrat. He has wrested the Democrat from the grasp of the primitive Wash ington hand press and has installed ma- chinery which puts his paper on a par with those of his brethren of the coun- try press. He has sustained the former editorial reputation of his paper, having well defined faculties in this particular line, and by his judicious management has made a financial success of his bus mess. He adheres closely to the policy to which the name of his paper indi- cates and Is fearless in expressing his editorial convictions. He Is a native of Marshall county, having been engaged in the manufacture of furniture at De- catur prior to his present position. He established the Southern hickory chair works at New Decatur, which he oper- ated for several years. He was secre- tary and treasurer of the Wise Mercan- tile company of Madison for a number of years. As a newspaper man he has demonstrated untiring energy in the up- building of his town.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
MANY TEACHERS AT
 SU MINER NORMAL

Columbus. Miss, June 2s.-(specia1.)- Teachers from all points in Mississippi numbering 320 are attending the normal at the Industrial institute and college. President Whitfield devoted a goodly amount of time to studying and arrang- ing for a successful summer school and indications from last weeks work are that his desires will be fulfilled.
 One of the most interesting studies be- ing pursued this summer is that of agri- culture, which is being handled by Miss Frances P. Hooper of the college faculty. The college has a model farm which is under MT. Whitfelds personal direction and in its present condition 1t furnishes good subject matter for the study of agriculture. Practical demonstrations are , under way and many new valuable ideas will be gleaned from the work.
 Another attractive feature is the ath- letic course under the direction of Miss Adelle Koch, also of the college athletic department Miss Koch, an expert swim mer and basketball player, is giving daily lessons to large numbers In both these helpful lines. More entered for the ath- letic course than the president antici- pated an dthe lnstructress Is kept busy throughout the entire day. The swim. ming pool is quite novelty and is prov ing unusually enjoyable. The tennis courts are also popular.
 Last Thursday night a reception was held at the conege music hall and was largely attended by townspeople, On Fri ent was offered for the visitors enjoy r1ent
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
P. E. QUILL IS
 NAMED REFEREE
MACHINERY ARRIVES FOR SHOW FL PLANT AT GADSDEN AND PLANT WILL BE PUT IN oPER- ATION JULY 1O-OTHER NEWS.

Gadsden, June 29.-(Special )-Attorney P E. Culli today received the official order from Judge Grubb, of the federal court, appointing him as the referee in bankruptcy. J. R. Hughes was at the same time named as the jury commits soner for this division of the county. Both of these appointments will meet with general approval here
 Several carloads of S0-foot piles have been received here over the Louisville and Nashville railroad for use in the work of reconstructing the bridge over the Coosa river. The ferry boat has been completed and is now in opera tion with a steam cable and as soon as the proper wharves can be built every thing will be in readiness for the trans portation of the public by the boat and for the beginning of work on the bridge.
 The machinery of the Gadsden shovel plant has finally been all placed and the last preparation for operation is now In progress. A large number of orders have been booked by the new enterprise and steady operation is pretty well as- sured. July 10 has been set by the man. agement as the date for starting the plant.
 W. R. Dortch received word today that his son, w. B. Dortch, had successfully passed the examination for entrance to Annapolis, as a candidate to a cadet ship In which institution he had been appointed by Congressman Burnett. An older son of Colonel Dortch graduated from the same institution in 1905 and now holds good position in the naval ser vice.
 Another 20 families from Ohio are ex- pected to arrive this week to join the Ohio colony that has been started at Curtiston, near Attalla. The IT families who came few days ago have all de- cided to remain and express themselves as highly satisfied with their new loca- tion. A number of homes have already been begun by the newcomers and more will follow as a matter of course.
 At meeting of Blue lodge No. 236, A. F. and A. M, held at the lodge rooms last night, officers for the coming year were elected. The attendance was good and much interest was displayed in the selection of the men who are to head the organization off another year. The re- suit of the balloting was as follows:
 Worshipful master. M. M. Turner; se- nior warden, A. H. Campbell; junior warden, Carl Lay; treasurer, w. T. Gay; secretary, Joseph Balfour; senior deacon, D. W. B. Williams; junior deacon, Harry Todd; tyler, Charles D. .ohnson; s. R. s. H. L. 1son; J. S., Thompson Halter; chaplain, A. H. Henderson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
BODY OF NEGRO
 FOUND IN RIVER

Tuscaloosa, June &.-(Special. )-There was a gruesome find near the Mobile and Ohio bridge on the river here today, this being the badly decomposed body of a man. The body was noticed by fishermen on the banks, and these at once set out to bring 1t to shore. The coroner was at once notified to take charge of the remains.
 The body is supposed to be that of the negro who was drowned some 10 days ago in an attempt to pass through Squaw shoals in a skiff It will be remembered that F. M. and E W. Long of Jasper ae- companied by negro cook, attempted to pass through squaw shoals on trip down the Black Warrior.
 All three were thrown out of their boats when the shoals were reached, but both Longs swan ashore 1ane negro cook, however, was drowned and his body never recovered. The rising river, it Is thought, brought 1t down. and the body recovered today is presumed to be the same. It was without any clothing, though a leather belt remained on the body
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
Masons Elect Officers.

West Blocton, June 2S.-(Special.)-At a regular communication last night Blocton lodge No. 474, Ancient Free and Accepted Masons, the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Dr. George w. Randall, worshpful master; George Arch CT, senior warden; W. ". Perry, junior warden; Y. 8. Smith, treasurer; D. M Lewis, secretary; M. M. Odess, senior deacon; c. c. Kendig, junior deacon; R. B. Waller, Jr., and s. B. Israel, stew ards; Larry Reid tiler, and J. R. Wea- yer, chaplain. The blue lodge and Royal Arch Masons will meet together on next Monday night June 2S, and install all of ficers. A banquet will follow the installa- tion
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
Weddino at SprinuvilIe,

Spripgvil1e, June 23.-(Special.)-A pretty church wedding of social prominence oe- cured at the Presbyterian church yes day at 80 when MT. Arthur l.. Bradford, a popular mail clerk on the Alabama Great Southern railway, married one of 6pringville's most accomplished and charming young ladies. Miss Lela Thom- ason The Rev. Patterson officiated. The church was elegantly decorated. MT. Will Bradford and Ross Thomson were groomsmen: Miss Bertha Bradford and Miss Birdie Lee McClendon were brides maids After a home wedding repast the young couple left for Cincinnati Nam moth cave and other points Among the guests from abroad were Mir and Mrs Burr Mrs. Will I. Scruggs of Brming- ham, Judge w. S. Forman and family, the Rev. N. A. Hood James L. Herring of Ashville, Inzer Hood, Fred Osborn of Gadsden, VIII Forman, Ross Thomson of Pell City, MT. Edmund Crandall and wife of SearleS
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
Moonshiners Sentenced.

Anniston, June Especial. )-The e spring term of the United States dis trict court for the Northern district of Alabama. which opened here yester- day, closed this morning after ses- sion for the day covering not exceed ing 45 minutes. During this brief session, however, matters of great im- portance, especially to Jim and Will Floyd, the moonshine knights of Fur key Heaven mountain, In Cleburne county, were transacted. The court im- posed sentences upon both of the de- fendants upon their pleading guilty to charges of Illicit distilling of IS months in the federal prison at At lanta and fine of $100 each. Jim Floyd was given an additional sen tence of eight years in the federal prison at Atlanta for attempting to sh oot one of the United States officers who attempted to arrest; him and his pals.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
ESCAPES ARE CAPTURED. Men Who Broke Dekalb Jail Are Over
 taken Near Birmingham.

Fort Payne, June 23-(Special)-Took Smith, who was charged with murder and the alleged horse thief, who escaped from DeKalb county's new jail Saturday night, were captured at Caldwell, about 2 miles north of Birmingham. yesterday. They had stolen a horse and buggy from a farmer about 15 miles below Fort Payne and were driving leisurely along when overtaken.
 They were heard of at Attalla Monday and Deputies John w Baxter and s. B. Howard left at once for Springville, and soon overlook them. There was reward of S4O0 offered for the capture of Took Smith, Sheriff Downs offering s100 him. self, the county S100 and the governor $2OO.
 The jail has been repaired and all is ready for the return of the prisoners.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
WORK BEGINS ON
 PRESIDENTS HOME

Marion, June 23-(Special) )-Work has commenced on the foundation of the building to be erected on the south end of the Judson lot to be used as the pres- idents home. The original plans as drawn by Warren & Welton of Birmingham, specified a building of brick and stone, but the plans have been materially changed and the building will be mostly of wood and veneered with brick, which will reduce the cost to about s12,00O. This sum is about the amount subscribed by the B.. F. Ellis family.
 The board of county commissioners is in session to equalize the state and coun- ty taxes for the year 1909.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
Horse Trainer Dies.

Huntsville, June 23.-(Special )-John H. Jackson a racehorse trainer, 45 years old, died in the paddock at the fair grounds at midnight after a brief illness with congestion of the brain. blod clot formed on the mans brain a few days ago and he went into convulsions yesterday. He was known to be Canadian and to have come here four months ago from Fayetteville In his delirium he spoke of brother, and sister but their addresses could not be found.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
LIGHTNING KILLS
 PULLMAN FARMER
DOG LOWRY IS STRICKEN WHILE
 HOEING IN HIS FIELD-FAITH- FUL DOG LEADS sEARcHERs TO
 HIS MASTERS BODY.

Cullman, June 23. - Especially - Doc Lowry, prominent farmer living in the southern part of the county, was killed by lightning while hoeing in his field. He was alone and the body was not found until late at night. The family became alarmed when he failed to come home in the evening and search was begun.
 The searchers were led to the body by the whining of a shepherd dogs which always followed his master.
 MT. Lowry was 20 years of age. He leaves a widow and three children.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
New York Is Very Hot.

New York, June 23.-Tt was 90 in the shade today and stickily humid As dusk came, however, a fresh breeze brought relief. More than 20 prostrations occur red and at least two suicides were indi- rectly caused by the high temperature.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
Teachers Elected.

Piedmont June 2S.-(special.) - The school board has elected the following teachers: J. L. Lilies, principal; W. B. Savage, Miss Marian McCallen Miss An nie Kerr and Miss Iva DeFreese.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
One Death Due to Heat.

Boston, June 2S.-One death and 10 prostrations due to the heat were re- corded officially here up to Il p. m.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24
ExTERMINATORS

ROUGH ON RATS, unbeatable exterminator ROUGH ON HEN LICE, Nest Powder, 2sc. ROUGH ON BEDBUGs, Powder or Liq'd ,2sc. ROUGH ON PLEAS, Powder or Liquid, 2sc. ROUGH ON RoAcHEs, Powd. 1sc, Liq'd2sc. ROUGH ON MOTH AND ANTS, Powd 2sc. ROUGH ON SHELTERS, agreeable in use 2sc
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24

None of the courts of Walker are in session this week, but Monday next is the date set for reconvening. Now, should the sun shine out and the rains cease so that 1t will be possible for the farmers to speed the blow, 1t Is not improbable that the court will deem 1t proper to adjourn for a season. Jurors and witnesses who farm say that a dry day will be worth $10 to any working farmer just at this sea son.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-06-24

Recent successful raids by the county officials on the blind tigers at different points in this county have had salutary effect, as is demonstrated by the fact that no new arrivals have been recorded at the jail for the past few days, and up to a late date they came fact. The Walker county courts have way of taking quick action on these tigers, and many one has been hustled off to the coal mines before he has had time to accustom him self to the meals and the rest afforded at the county jail.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1909-10-06
POISONED INDIAN WIFE,
CONVICTED OF MURDER
Loss and Recovery Of Money
In Mails Caused Him to
Go Insane

Washington. Oct G.-The recent
deata OF harrison Hatfield. the ged
member OF he family of the famous
feu'llst OF that name IN the peniten-
tiary at Moundsylle. W. Va, recalls
one Of the most interesting and tragic
cases with which the inspectors Of
the Postoffice department have ever
had experience The narrative of his
loss OF $2S54 and recovery of part OF
ii and The consequence of the original
ioss and partial recovery, reads like
fiction. although stern fact
Hatfield lived near Horsepen. in
the mountains of West Virginia lie
had deposited $2S54 in the Guyan Val
ley bank at Logan, W. Va. Unable to
write he asked Alexander II. Trent,
postmaster az Horsepen 10 draw a
check for the amount and direct the
bank TO forward the money by reg
istered mali
Hatfield called repeatedly for the
registered letter. but when il arrived
on April a, l90O7 ,he was not present
at the postotficc He had called about
half on hour before the arrival Of
the mail, but. having been aecompsni-
lea by an intoxicated friend. who re
quired assistance to keep him on his
mule, Hatfield could not wait for the
mail
Post office Is Burned
When he left he post office he re-
auested the postmaster to take the
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1909-10-06

letter when L came "a his home Tot
satekeeplng. tearing taat 4 would not
be pFope II protected from fire II ief-
in the post office. TIE postmaster as
sured him that the letter would be
placed IN q fIreproOf sale IN the post
Office and receive ample protection
About : O'Clock on the morning fol
lowing the building IN which '-e post
office was located was burned, the
contents OF The safe alone having
been saved. THESE wee found 70 con
sisl Of stamps aud money belonging 10
the post office 20 Trent individually
and 10 outside persons. The letter adj
dressed Hatfield could Roi be FOUND.
The postmaster said that ID had Deen
placed with the ordinary mail in the
post office On April % a post office
inspector was notified Of the burning
Of the post office. and the loss Of
the lei en-. Another inspector was de-
tailed 10 accompany him through the
mountains to Horsepen on horseback.
postmaster Admits Guilt
One Of the Inspectors bad for in
yestigation az this lime a case based
upon a complaint that Trent had Sc
cured a typewriter from concern IN
Chicago by fraudulent representations.
ANA when the postmasters house was
searched the machine was found. Al
er making excuses Trent finally ad-
hitted The truth Of the charges lie
was arrested and transported on a
mule 10 Williamson. " Va. where ne
plesded guilty to the charge OF hav,
ing used the mails to defraud and la
ter released on bond Subsequently
Alexander III. Trent and his father, +.
Marion Trent. were indicted on the
cha sc Of having stolen the fegistered
Hatfield letter.
Alexander II. Trent confessed. Prop
osiIions We're soon made looking to
the refunding of the money With the
result hat Trent produced from a
jar hidden under his Darn the sum OF
SigS0. which. with $500 paid by his
sureties. was secured By the Inspector
On April 4, 1908. while still serving
sentence for the fraudulent use of the
mills Trent escaped from Jail. and is
now a fugitive from justice.
reudist Killed Vie
AitAA AANDil ftAtlANAAt ttAt NNitt va NAAN
stolen letter, became temporarily In
sane from worry over his loss and sub
seQuent elatiOn at the recovery OF part
Of the money, and poisoned his Wife,
an Indian. He was convicted OF mur
der and sentenced TO life implison-
ment in the penientiary at Mounds
vile. where he died not long ago.
Harrison Hatfield was one of the
old family of Hatfieds so prominent
a few years ago in connection with
the McCoy-Hatiield feuG, virtually a
civil wa along the West Virginia and
Kentucky border that disrup ed sey
eral counties for years and attained
lace in natloual history Hatfield
better known as "Old Hatcher. was
leader in this, and in one of their
raids through Kentucky had one OF
OF his eyes shot out All the original
members of the family possessed large
ae.as of land from which they have
realized considerable money.
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1909-10-06
MONEY. FOR COLLEGE FARM LIKE THE GUARANTEE LAW

City superintendent J. B. Taylor, OF
the oklahoma City public schools, was
here yes erday attending meeting OF
the executive committee of the Pub
lie School Officers State association.
He spent the afternoon inspecting the
va ions ward schools and stated that
the oklahoma CT y school board would
pattern after Guthrie by Installing
kindergarten. manual training and do
nestle science departments in the
public schools
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1909-10-06

the Fatty Queen Sinbad the Sailor
Old Mother Hubbard. Rayenseye, rue
Pirate. and others. The nursery yer
sion and that Of the author Of "Jaes
and Jill are different. of course, foi
the purposes Of the musical comedy
bat the fairy ale element remains ana
underlies the action.
Miss Ada Meade, prima donna O
the 4Hck -Ha fill COMPANY VITO VII
apnea ia Jack and Jill as Jack. L
the greatest prima donna appearing
in musical comedies today
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1909-10-06

The board Of regents for the Lang
glon college has placed on deposit "a
Guthrie bank a warrant drawn IN
lhe sum OF $500 for the w J. Fount
farm. which adioins the college ground
on the west. 70. experimental and
demonstration arm purposes. The
money will not be turned over until
the attorney general approves the
deed. The farm will be put in crops
this fall by the college students. A
portion of the farm will be used for
solving the water proposition for the
school
The Guthrie daily leader. [volume] (Guthrie, Okla.) 1893-1996, 1909-10-06
AT THE THEATRE

OF the new musical comedy offering
Although eniour for the first time
row. Jack and IillH is by no means
untried Indeed the fairyesque has
been pui to the test in such cities as
Mobile, Ala, and Dallas. iexas. where
il was not only successful but re
ceiyed enthusiastically.
Jack aud Iilf has a plot predicat
ed upon the nursery rhymes familiar
to all, and Characters including Jack
Jill, Simple simon. Little Ro Peer