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The Marion daily mirror. (Marion, Ohio) 1892-1912, 1909-09-02
SAILING IS
NOT YET CLEAR
School Board Still Has It's
Troubles
TEACHERS ARE NOT ASSIGNED
All Hinges on the Election
of a Principal
rhe Bord will Hold a Netting This
Evening to Fix the ale of Wages
for the Teachers.

A controversy over the placing of q
principal in the local schools is caus-
ing much trouble and delaying the
assignment of the teachers to their
respective grades in the schools of the
city. 1t is probable that the teach
ers will not be placed by Superin-
tenden Frank until late this week.
II will be remembered that the
board of education recently en-
ployed Miss Emma Cunningham, who
has been principal of the Oak street
building, only on the condition that
she be made a teacher in the schools
and not a principal. Some time ago,
owing to some trouble which oc.
Cured in the district, the residents
there were opposed to Miss Cunning
ham being in charge of the building.
1t was understood that n male prln-
cipal would oe employed for the Oak
street building but, inasmuch as tall
ent could not, seemingly, he found
for the place, 1t was agreed by the
board of education to have Miss Gun
ningham in charge of the State street
building. while Miss Jessie Codding,
who has been principal there. should
be transferred to the Oak street build
ing.
When this became known Miss
Cunningham circulated petition
among her friends at Oak street,
asking that she be replaced at the
Oak street building as she did not
care to be located at State street. The
school patrons at Safe street have
reported TO members of the board
that hey will refuse to allow their
children at the building If Miss Cum
ningham is placed In charge there.
on the other hand, Miss Codding
threatens to resign her position be-
fore going to the Oak street build
ing.
The matter has caused much con-
troversy and It is quite probable that
the matter will be up for discus
sion at q meeting of the board OF
education this evening. at which
time the matter of increasing the sal
aries of the teachers will be up for
special discussion
II Is quite possible that q male
principal may yet be employed to
take charge of the Oak street build
ing. and 1t Is very plain that the
board has not yet made n solution
in the male principalship problem.
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The Marion daily mirror. (Marion, Ohio) 1892-1912, 1909-09-02

At the Casino. still growing. you
should hear Halsey Mitchell. the
baritone singer in down at the Husk-
ing Bee. Up-to-date films always
yours for amusement
WM. sTANSBuRY..
The Marion daily mirror. (Marion, Ohio) 1892-1912, 1909-09-02
OUT OF KELTER
Fire Alarm System Refused
to Work Properly

The fire alarm system went a lit
tie bit out of tune last evening, and
as result the firemen scarcely real
lied for some time that a desperate
attempt was being made to summon
them to box No. 55. The alarm did
not sound just right but the depart
ments got next" finally and made a
iun to a barn on North Main street,
owned by Cox and Powers. The fire
didn't amount to much and no dam
age resulted.
AS a result of the alarm failing to
work properly last night, the boxes
throughout the city are being tested
out today.
The Marion daily mirror. (Marion, Ohio) 1892-1912, 1909-09-02
OFFICERS NAMED
Florence Richards w. G. T.
u. Met, Wednesday

The Florence Richards w. c. T.
U. met at Wesley M. Il. church Wed.
.nesday afternoon with large attend.
ance. The annual election of officers
resulted as follows: Mrs. Anna Nagle
president; Mrs. l.. A. Dilworth. cor
responding secretary; Mrs. o. j.
Elliott, recording secretary; Mrs.
Electa Berger, treasurer. The dele
gates to the annual state w. c. T. u.
convention which will be held at
Toledo, October Sth, were selected as
follows: Mrs. l.. A. Dilworth and Mrs.
Electa Berger.
The Marion daily mirror. (Marion, Ohio) 1892-1912, 1909-09-02
NEW PASTOR
Will be Sent by Conference
to Calvary Church

The conference of the Ohio
churches Of the Evangelical denom-
nation opened in Toledo this after
non and will continue during the re.
mainder of the week. Rev. C. w.
Hensel. formerly pastor OF the CAL
vary Evangelical church and C. z.
Zachman, of this city, are in at
tendance. This Is the first year that
lay delegates have been taken into
the conference. DIR. b. C. Berger
and 8. p. spreng will be among the
chief speakers at the conference.
Sunday morning the ministers win be
assigned and a minister will be sent
70 the local church to succeed the
Rev. Mr.. Hensel.
The Marion daily mirror. (Marion, Ohio) 1892-1912, 1909-09-02
SERIOUSLY ILL
S. T. Elliott is Attacked
Very Suddenly

Mr.. S. T. Elliott, bailiff of the To-
ca! common pleas court and widely
known in this city, is confined to
his home on Olney avenue. suffering
from severe attack OF kidney COM
plant.
Mr.. Elliott was stricken while up
town Wednesday morning. His con-
dition grew serious Wednesday af-
ternoon and for some time the ply
sicians were very doubtful of his re-
covery. His condition is somewhat
improved Thursday morning, but he
is not considered out of danger.
The Marion daily mirror. (Marion, Ohio) 1892-1912, 1909-09-02
BRIEF MENTION.

Clair Kock, of South Main street.
was removed to the Central Emerg-
ency hospital today quite i'll with ty-
phoid fever.
Fred, the young son of Mr.. and
Mrs. David Grey, residing three miles
west of the city, is much improved
after a quite serious illness.
Calvin Eugene Frederick and Miss
Mary Lita Oliphant, were united in
marriage in the probate court room
Wednesday afternoon at 4 clock by
Justice of the Peace Charles Il
Gompf. The bride is a resident of
Cleveland avenue. this city. while the
groom, who is a oanvasser for a pub
fishing house, lives in GAINESVILLE.
where the couple will make their
home.
The members of the board of ed
ucation met at the postofiice this
morning, and went about the city
visiting each of the local school
buildlngs5 They were conveyed in
the automobiles of George b. Chris.
tian and Superintendent III. l.. Frank.
All Of the buildings were found TO be
In very satisfactory condition. and
will be In readiness for the opening
OF school next week.
Special examinations for the new
instructors in the Marion High
school and others desirous of taxi
ing the examinations were held at
the High school building Wednes-
day and Thursday, Examiners j. IL.
Clark, Il. C. Bowen and William
Waddell were in charge. The ex-
aminers say all of those taking the
examination will pass the test
The Marion daily mirror. (Marion, Ohio) 1892-1912, 1909-09-02
MILLER PADDOCK
Rev. H. v. McCleary Unites
Two Well Known Persons

Mr.. Hiram c. Paddock and Miss
Edna G. Miller were quietly united In
marriage at the Wesley NJ. e. church
parsonage at $3.50 o'clock last evening
The ceremony was performed by Rev
II. v. McCleary in the presence oi
a few witnessing friends.
The contracting parties are quite
we'll known in the city and have the
best wishes Of many warm friends.
Both are employed in the local SER
vice of the Hooking Valley railroad
company the bride being stenograph-
or for her father, Henry Miller local
car inspector. They will reside in the
west part of the city.
Come in and let us show yO,I the
The Marion daily mirror. (Marion, Ohio) 1892-1912, 1909-09-02
They've Caught On - The Talk o
the Town.

The Archie Gum series OF color
studies of stage beauties being given
away with the New York World has
made gerat success. The demand
both in New York City and out Of
town for the past two Sundays has
put copies Of the Sunday World at a
premium. With every copy of the
Sunday World Magazine there are six
beautiful panel photo size color prints
of famous actresses-famed both for
their beauty and their talent.
The Marion daily mirror. (Marion, Ohio) 1892-1912, 1909-09-02
CARD or THANKS

We desire to thank those who so
kindly assisted us during the sickness
and death OF our little son and grand
son and also for the beautiful floral
offerings.
MIR. AND MRS. FRED SMITH
MIR. AND MRS. q. y. zoos.
9-2-ltpd
The Marion daily mirror. (Marion, Ohio) 1892-1912, 1909-09-02

Stylish creations in MORE felt and
bengaline, all colors, at Mrs. Jennie
Thomas
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
ART EXHIBIT
 AT THE HUDSON
BY CHARLES B. CARTER.

Marion May 23.-(Special 1.-The second day of Judson commencement found the same eager and appreciative throng of visitors and townspeople at the art re- ception given under the auspices of Miss Laura I. Bacon. who for the past four years has had charge of the art depart ment, and whose Individuality may be seen in many of the best pieces shown in this exhibit.
 In a large college like Judson, where so much Is given to the music department, one Is liable to overlook the department of art, especially when one of such mod est intelligence as Miss Bacon has the direction thereof. One of the best feat ures of her art is the Individuality with which she makes the brush attract the eye. while the artist is unseen.
 The reception, which lasted from 9:9O a. m. to 12 p. m., was attended by many persons, noticeable among whom were many former students of this department. Too much mention could not be made of the work of Miss Sarah Cathleen Shivers, who is the one graduate of the present session. Notable is the work from life, of which the class of the present session has been thoroughly drilled.
 Miss Gonzale Strong of Evergreen con- tributed three excellent pieces of tapestry work. while the tapestry work of Miss Baily was very noticeable. as well as other pieces she had contributed to the collection
 Many visitors were attracted to the
 
 Eatman, Shirley Spann and Brooks.
 In China painting were the specimens of Miss Ola Robinson of Mississippi and MT. Wing. pupil of Marion institute, who had avafled himself of the Judsons art department while continuing his literary studies. A punchbowl each, painted by these students attracted much attention and very favorable comment.
 A jaredine of water lilies in a nook in the room found many fond admirers, this being the work of Miss Martha Riley.
 The work of Miss Cobb, which included several different studies, the mandolin, vase and heads from life were very ar- tistic.
 Among those of the more advanced pupils that is deserving of mention Is the work of Miss Ethel Shirley of Fayette, whose painting of the pumpkin and other dainty little selections were of artistic merit. The magnolias by Miss Brock, the lilacs by Miss Pratt, the grapefruit by Miss Poole were each of special merit. In the class of black and white studies wdere found contributions from Miss Parker, Miss Beacon, Miss Mcleod and Miss Jenkins, all of whom gave promise of good work at the next session.
 A contribution to the Conversational clubroom by Miss Shivers was one of the most sought at the exhibit: In fact, sew eral former students requested copies of same.
 The art rooms will be open again on Monday for one hour to give those who may come at late hour opportunity to see the exhibit, which consists of moro than 200 pieces.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
courses. These plans will probably be

courses. These plans will probably be fully developed during the present year.
 H. D. Cullen fig principal of the West Blocton school. He has just been re- elected for another terms. The attend ance for the term just closing Is 225. The other teachers of this school are Mrs s. D. Lee, Miss Nell Wallace, Miss Lola Prtchett and Miss Kathleen Cother. All these have been reelected except Mrs Lee, who is succeeded by Miss Elizabeth Warren.
 Prof. D. M. Lewis is principal of the Blocton No. 1 school. He has been re- elected for another term. The attendance at this school is 240.
 Prof. J. O. Morris is principal of the Smith Hill school with an attendance of 140 Professor Morris will be reelected at the next meeting of the board.
 There are a number of other schools in the immediate vicinity, all largely attend ed and in charge of competent teachers.
 Ten Churches. In the section represented there are 10 churches, representing the Methodist, Baptist, Presbyterian, Episcopalan, Christian. Catholic and a Jewish syna- gogue The estimated value of church property is s1200O.
 There is in Blocton almost every secret order represented in Alabama, with estl- mated lOdSe property or a llttle more than $4O0O.
 The school property is valued at mors than s15.00O.
 West Blocton has it's own water works system, one of the best in the state. The water Is from a large pure spring. The mayor and council have just recently spent considerable money in improving this system. Mains are now being extend ed to new territory.
 The council has just voted s5000 for street improvements, and an engineer has been employed to lay out the work. The Improvements will be made at once.
 Blocton has a big number of large and permanent business houses, many of them of brick and stone. Others are to be erected in the near future. Thousands of dollars have been spent in the erec- ton of handsome homes during the past F months.
 Blocton. and the entire section. is making rapid advances along all lines of per manent improvement. The organization of the Citizens league will be a strong factor in substantial growth of the com munity.
 The officers of the league are pr. L. F. Peacock, president; John A. Wood, vice president and E. M Bishop, secre- tary. A vice president from each of the towns and villages of the Blocton ter ritory is yet to be chosen. This mat ter has been referred to the people in the several places to be represented
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
DECATUR CHURCHES.
Visiting Ministers Hold Interesting
 Services.

Decatur, May 2S.-(special)A number of prominent ministers from other cities occupied pupits in the Decaturs this morning and tonight Among the ones who were here were the following: Tho Rev. L. D. Patterson of Vanderbilt uni versfty of Nashville, preached both morn- ing and at night at the Ninth Street Methodist church, New Decatur.
 The Rev. NJ. F. Ham, a well known revivallst of Bowling Green, Ky, held services at the First Baptist church, De- catur. this morning at Il o'clock This was the commencement of a revival meeting which he will conduct at this church, being assisted by the pastor, the Rev. M. W. Gordon.
 The Rev. Montgomery Groenendyke of Moulton preached this morning and to- night at the Willoughby Presbyterian chapel, New Decatur.
 The Rev. MT. Lambert, superintendent of the Louisiana Anti-Saloon league, preached this morning at the Central Methodist church. New Decatur, taking for his subject, "The Assemblage."
 The Rev. o. E. Page of Birmingham preached this morning at the First Meth odist church, Decatur. The night sery- ices at this church were under the aus pices of the Epworth League and the meeting was addressed by Hugh Locke of Birmingham. president of the North Alabama Conference league. His address was on Epworth League work.
 The Rev. Brooks Lawrence, superin- tendent of the Alabama Anti-Saloon league, preached this morning at the Central Baptist church, New Decatur.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
WILL STANDBACK
 IS FOUND DEAD Body Discovered Near Creek
 At Garden City BY HIS BROTHERS-IN-LAW The Men Had Been Together All Morning and Had Only Left Him
 Short Time to Go For
 Lunch.
BY HIS BROTHERS-IN-LAW

Garden City, May S.-(Special. 1.-The dead body of Will Standback of Birning- ham was found on the bank of Mulberry creek this afternoon by his brothers-in- law, Otto and Kid Shelle, of this place. Death had resulted from gunshot wound under the chin. Standback's gun was near the body and had been discharged.
 MT. and Mrs. Standback came up this morning to visit the latter's mother, Mrs. Sheile. Shortly after they arrived MT. Standback and the two young men, brothers of Mrs. Standback, took their guns and fishing tackle and went to the woods.
 At noon the Sheile men returned alone for lunch claiming that Standback did not feel like coming and asked them to bring him lunch. They remained at the house only a short time. When they returned to the creek where they had left their brother-in-law they found him dead.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
INSTITUTE CLOSING.
Severe Fight Between Railroad and
 Town of Brewton.

Brewton. May 23.-(Special.)- )-As a pre- Jude to the commencement exercises of the Brewton Collegiate institute the young ladies of the music department Friday evening rendered a musical oper- etta entitled ''The American Girl" under the direction of Miss Lizzie Kate Dayi- son, assistant teacher Tn that depart ment.
 Monday evening the children of the school will entertain the public and Tues day afternoon Mrs. M. Chlds, principal of the school of music, will give piano recital.
 The graduating exercises will take place Wednesday evening, at which time H. s. D. Mallory of Selma will deliver the an- nual literary address and Judge M F. Brooks will present diplomas to the fol- lowing graduates; Philip Sowell, La prade Stewart, Miss Ethel Davison, Miss Sallie Mcclellan, Miss Mary Mcclellan, and Miss Nell Douglas.
 An interesting proposition confronts the city council in its efforts for year or more to have removed storage platform belonging to the Louisville and Nashville Railroad company, situated in the main business section of the town. The rail- road company has been asked to re- move same, no attention having been given the requests. but on the other hand the section crew has been engaged for several days in patching 1t up and put ting slag and gravel under and around it. Another notice was served yesterday, in which was enclosed a copy of an ordi- nance recently passed condemning the platform and ordering it's removal Tn this notice it was stated by the town authorities that unless the ordinance was complied with Immediately the city would have 1t removed at the expense of the railroad company. Just what the out come of the controversy will be Is prov ing an interesting question.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
MRS. LEADlNGHAM DIES.
Was One of the Oldest Residents of
 Decatur.

Decatur, May .-(Special.)-M Car oline Rockingham died at her home here yesterday afternoon at an advanced age. She was one of the oldest residents Of Decatur, and her family was one of the most prominent. There are but few peo- pie now residing in Decatur who have lived here longer than had Mrs. Lead ingham. She leaves three daughters, Mrs. A. E. L. Taylor, Miss Rebecca and Miss Lou Rockingham, and two grandchildren Mrs E. w. Collier and Frank N. Brown of Decatur
 The funeral services took place this aft ernoon at o'clock from the First Meth odist church, of which church she had been a member for many years. The funeral services were conducted by the pastor of this church, the Rev. Dr. J. W. Newman. The interment followed in the City cemetery. The attendance at the fu- neral and at the grave was large and the floral offerings most beautiful.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
REV. JOHN BLAKE
 BREACHES SERMON

Marion, May 23.-(Special.)-The bacca- laureate sermon was delivered at Judson college this morning by the Rev. John E. White, D. D., of Atlanta.
 This has been one of the most aus picious commencement Sundays in the history of Judson for many years. An ideal day, a large audience of enthu- siastic admirers. and the naar approach of the, meeting of the board of trustees at which meeting some of the most i'm portant things looking to the future of the college will doubtless be inaugurated.
 The usual appropriate exercises were given in connection with the morning sermon, which gave to the exercises the usual color of all of Judson's special functions.
 The music of the morning was a spe- cial feature. Miss Williams, Miss Dudley, Miss Adams and all members of the music department of the present faculty rendered Praise Ye," from Attilla Cver- -Stranbridge). which was the principal musical number
 Tonight the Rev. Preston Blake, D. D., of Birmingham delivered the sermon be- fore the Ann Hasseltine and Morning Watch societies of the college. the large auditorium being filled toNits utmost ca pacity.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
kinderaarten Association.

The members of the Board of Aldermen and Board of Education are specially in vited to attend the meeting of the Kinder Rarten association at the residence of Mrs w. T. Tendon, Avenue c and Twenty second street, next Tuesday afternoon Mrs. Phillips of Birmingham will make an address and the ladies are especially desirous of having the city and school authorities hear her. Mrs. Phillips is a most entertaining speaker and thoroughly conversant with kindergarten work This branch of school work has Just been started in Ensley and has been success full beyond the hopes of the promoters. The Aldermen and Board of Education will be Invited by letter and each member will be expected to attend
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
CouncilI Memorial.

~ Huntsville, May 2S.-(Special.) )-Memo- rial services in honor of the late Prof. William H. Councill, president of the Az ricultural and Mechanical College for Me- groes, were held in St. Johns African Methodist church this afternoon. The me- morial was arranged by special com mittee of the local Alumni association, and a great crowd was present. Addresses dealing with Professor Councilrs career as an educator, as a race leader and as philanthropist were made by the Rev. W. H. Nelson, J. H. Poe and Phil Fletcher, and eulogy was delivered by the Rev. k. E. Brooks.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
Fire at Decatur,

Decatur, May 3.-(Special.)-A negro church and three negro houses near the river front were destroyed by fire at 1 o clock this morning. The loss is un- known, but will amount to several hum dred dollars. There seems to be some- what of a mystery connected with the fire, which originated in the church. There had been no fire in the building for number of weeks and from what cause the flames started Is unknown
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
Held on Robbery Charge.

Montgomery, May 2S.-Joseph Van Wagner, aged 60, and J. c. Van Wagner, aged 31, supposed to be father and son, both intelligent looking men. are held at the police station on de- mand of the officers of Escambia coun- ty, it being charged that they robbed hotel at F1omaton, Ala, Friday night. None of the details of the sup posed theft were obtained.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
Personal and General.

The Rev. G. W. Read, former pastor of the First Methodist church, will preach at the Tabernacle on Wednesday evening. pr. Read is an able and eloquent speaker and has many friends and admirers In Ensley The public Is cordially invited.
 The postal inspector was out here Satur- day and extended the free delivery to the Hilltop and adjoining territory.
 number of arrests were made yester- day and today for Illicit whisky selling. They will be given a hearing before Mayor D. F. Sugg Monday morning.
 The choir of St. Johns Episcopal church will practice at the church Tuesday even ing
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
Repairing Tannery.

Decatur May 3.-(Special.) .)-Extensive repairs and improvements are now being made at the American Oak Tanning com will be started up in full force just as soon as the question of the tariff on hides is determined by Congress. Should hides go on the free list 1t would mean much for this tannery and also much sfor the Decaturs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
Suicide in a Hotel.

San Francisco, May 23.-J. B. Nixon, 32 years old, committed suicide here by drinking carbolic acid at his room at the Hotel Larsen in this city. Among his effects were found letters addressed to Dr. John H. Nixon, one of these having reference to a relative whose address is presumed to be 1435 Koch avenue, New Orleans, while an- other was sent from 6324 Laurel street. New NOrleans.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
A. Huntinuton Dies.

Decatur. May 23.-(SpeciaL)- IA. Hunt ington died at his home on Sixth avenue, West New Decatur after short illness. He was a native of Pennsylvania, but had lived for some time at Shreveport com Ing from that city to the Decaturs only a short time ago.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-24
Ambassadors Recommended.

Paris, May 2S.-It is announced that the cabinet has decided to submit the names of George Louis of the foreign office and Maurice Bompard to the Russian and Turkish governments as the successors respectively to M. Touchard, ambassa- dor at St. Petersburg, and M Constans ambassador at Constantinonle.