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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
GENERAL COMMITTEE WILL MEET THIS MORNING AND FORMALLY ASSIGN DUTIES TO VARIOUS UR-CoMMlTTEES.

The final arrangements for the enter tainment of President Taft will be per fected this morning when the general ar- rangement committee meets at Il o'clock at the Chamber of Commerce. All the details will be passed upon, the various committees assigned their duties and pa- rade orders will be issued
 With the party when it reaches Bir- mingham will be 1T people, as follows: The President, Capt. Archibald W. Butt. U. 5. A., A. D. O.; Assistant Secretary Wendell W. Mischler MT. Charles c. wagner, stenographer; Dr. J. J. Rich ardson, Arthur Brooks, messenger; MT. James Sloan, Jr., Mir. Joseph D. Murphy. MT. Gerrit Fort, assistant to vice presi- dent, New York Central railroad; MT. Robert T. Small. the Associated Press: MT. Robert H. Hazard, the United Press. MT. H. A. Fowler, New York Sun Press association; MT. William Hoster, Hearst News service; MT. Sherman P. Allen, New York Herald; MT. Harry L. Dunlap, New York World; MT. J. M. Dickinson, Sec retary of War; MT. John Hays Hammond.
 Following are the committees which have endeavored to make the Brming- ham reception the greatest along the whole line:
 Committee on arrangement for enter tainment of Presidept-J. W. Mcqueen, chairman; Frank P OBrien, Frank Nell son, Jr., John L. Raul, Sterling A. Wood, John L. Parker, M. V. Joseph, Rufus N.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
S3.5O Recipe Cures Weak Men FREE
Send Name and Address Today-You Can Have It Free and Be Strong
 and Vigorous.

I have in my possession prescription for nervous debility, lack of vigor. weakened manhood. failing memory and lame back brought on by excesses un- natural drains, or the follies of youth. that has cured so many worn and ner- vous men right in their own homes without any additional help or medicine that I think every man who wishes to re- gain his manly power and vrility quick ly and quietly, should have a copy So have determined to send CODY of the prescription free of charge, in a plain ordinary sealed envelope to any man who will write me for it.
 This prescription comes from a pbysi- clan who has made a special study of men and I am convinced it is the surest- acting combination for the cure of defi- cient manhood and vigor failure ever put together,
 I think I owe 1t to my fellow man to send them a copy in confidence so that any man anywhere who Is weak and discour- aged with repeated failures may stop drug ging himself with harmful patent medi- cines. secure what believe is the quick est-acting restorative upbuilding, spot touching remedy ever devised, and so cure himself at home quietly and quickly Inst drop me a line like this Dr. A. k. Robinson 1902 Luck building. Detroit. Mich and I will send you a copy of this splendid recipe in a plain. ordinary envelope free of charge. great many doctors would charge 8 to S5 for merely writing out a prescription like this-but I send 1t entirely free.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
CITY ITEMS.

Phoenix Lodge Meefing-Phoenix lodge No. 25, Knights of Pythias, will hold an important meeting tonight in the Maccabee hall at 8 o'clock. The lodge will confer the rank of knight on three candidates. A smoker and other entertainment has been provided and all the knights in the district are urged to be present.
 Medical College E1ection--A meeting of the senior class of the Birmingham Medical college was held at the college yesterday afternoon for the purpose of electing class officers for the ensuing year. The election resulted as fol- lows: President, Theo Lamkin; vice president, c. c. Arberry; secretary, H. D. Greer; treasurer, J. G. Moore; his- torian, A. J. McKinnon; valedictorian, Lorenzo Luckie.
 Dr. Beard's AppoIntments-Rev. Dr. Boards appointments are as follows Blocton, Wednesday 27, 7:30 p. m. Glen Carbon, Thursday 2S. 7:30 D. m.; i; Livingston, Sunday 31, Il a. m. and 7:30 p. m.; Livingston, Monday. Novem- Der 1 (All Saints), II a. m. Carbon Hill, Tuesday, November ?, 7;30 p. m.; Chickasaw. Wednesday, November 3, 10:30 a. m.; Townley, Wednesday, No- vember B. 7:30 D. m. Dora, Thursday, November 4, 1:30 a. m.; Jasper, Thurs day, November 4, 7:30 D. m.; Adams ville, Friday, November 5, 10:SO a. m.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Letter from TaIIadega.

To the Editor of The Age-Herald.
 From your paper it appears Judge Manning claims Talladega county will vote 2 to l in favor of the proposed amendment. Lest some one be deceived in other parts of the state, let me say his claims is full of prunes. As a political prognosticator he is a failure "a mere babe in swaddling clothes, and as such lis not witho honor, save in his own country" Our people give his claim the smile of ridicule. No, verify. he can lay no claims to being a politi- cal Elijah, nor yet modern Solomon in judgment. His own side now admit that Talladega will be close, but you may put it in your pipe and smoke It. Talladega county will give majority against the amendment. To be con servative, 300 is about the majority against the amendment at this time, ir my judgment; but there are strong evidences of a veritable landslide, and this majority may be largely increased. Respectfully, M. D. IVEY.
 Talladega, October 25, 1909.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27

That men from every walk in life are interested in the organization of a hust- ling good roads association for Jefferson county is evidenced by the replies which Temporary Chairman John w. oNeill Is receiving to the 300 letters mailed over the county last week.
 So unanimous Is the sentiment that it is expected before this week closes every man will be heard from, while scores Of others will write their sympathy with the movement and promise to assist in the work.
 The meeting for the purpose of organiz- ing has been called for the Chamber of Commerce building November at 1o:3O @. m.
 The people of the county seem willing and anxious to get behind bond issue, to help fight for state and national aid, and to get the advantage of good roads
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
DAYS RECORD IN
 COUNTY COURTS

There was but little stirring about the courthouse yesterday. Several of the judges in the various divisions got into the trials of cases but unavoidable de- lays occurred and progress in the trials was slow.
 In the second division of the city court the case of Mrs. Mamie Jirod vs. Bir- mingham Railway, Light and Power com pany was taken up but on account of ab- sent witnesses court was adjourned un- til this morning.
 In the third division of the city court the case of J. w. Skinner vs. Birming- ham Railway, Light and Power company Is on trial. In the case of J. D. Salter vs. Southern Railway company a consent judgment for $500 was rendered.
 Suit was filed in the city court yes
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
BESSEMER WANTS
 TO EXTEND LIMITS

Application has been made in the probate court to secure permission to have an election to extend the corpor- ate limits of Bessemer. The petition was filed by Mayor I. A. Lewis of Bes- semer, and Probate Judge s. E. Greene will probably grant the prayer within a day of two.
 The proposed extension of territory takes in about 50 city blocks northwest of the present town, from Twelfth ave- nue, the present corporate line. to Twenty sixth avenue, and from the present boundary of the city limits at Seventeenth street to Twenty fifth street. This territory includes part of the property of the United States Cast Iron Pipe and Foundry company and a stretch of railroad property.
 The proper officials have chosen the pipe shop school house as voting place. in case the election Is granted, and T. J. Lamar, John Cason and w. o. Laird have been chosen inspectors. William Lynch has been elected re- turning officer
 It is understood that no official pro- tests have been made against the an- uexation of the new territory and 1t Is believed that there Is sufficient senti- ment to carry the election in favor of the extension of the city limits.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
AMENDMENT FAILS.
UniversaIists Do Not Want Centralza
 tion of Power.

Detroit. october 26.--An amendment to the constitution of the Universalist church, proposed by Rev. F. w. Perk : ins of Lynn, Mass, to change the form of congregationism now in vogue and vest real administrative power in a single head to be known as the presi- dent of the Universalist church in tn e United States failed by q few votes today to receive the necessary two- thirds majority in the biennial conven- ton of the Universalst church. The matter, accordingly was laid over unts- the next convention.
 Springfield, Mass, was today selected a the next convention city, and the following officers were elected:
 President, Charles l.. Hutchinson. Chicago; vice president. Ora p. Butter field, Detroit; secretary. Isaac N. At wood, Rochester N. Y. treasurer. Eu- gene F. Endicott. Boston.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
MAYOR INDIGNANT OVER
 ANONYMOUS LETTERS

Mayor O'Brien Is being flooded with anonymous letters telling of the lairs of blind tigers. To make matters interest ing 1t may be stated that Birmingham's s Mayor doesn't like anonymous letters. He things 1t shows bad faith on the part of the writers. however correct the in- formation they are giving may be.
 ."The writers of these letters should sign their names as an evidence of good faith," said the Mayor. We are doing everything possible to suppress the vio- lations of the prohibition law, as every one familiar with the workings of the police department well knows. We in- vestigate all legitimate complaints but
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
Final Plans F07
 Entertaining P7eSident

 Rhodes, F. Y. Anderson. A. H. Ford, J. O. Thompson, T. H. Aldrieh, J. k carter, W. W. Crawford, T. c. Bush' Robert Jemison. Jr., H. B. Gray, D. W. Barrett Erslxine Ramsay, Harry Jones, J. D. Col lins c. W. Ufford J. J. smith James Bowron, Walker Percy, ". H. Kettig, T. H. Benners. Oscar Underwood, G. G. Crawford, Culpepper Exum, T. H. Mol ton, F. M Jackson, R. M. Goodall, l.. K. Steiner, w. P. G. Harding, s. J. Bowie.
 sub-committees for entertainment Pres ident Taft:
 Finance-W. P. G. Harding, chairman; J. c. Maben, James Bowron, otto Marx l.. sevier, John L. Raul, J. J. Smith, H. B. Gray.
 Decoration-c. W. Uford. chairman; J. D. Collins. M. V. Joseph. R. M Goodail' S. J. Bowie.
 Parade-T. o. Smith, chairman; F. P. O'Brien. J. H Phillips, l.. V. Clark, T. T. Mock, E. J. McCrossin. Thomas Bow ron.
 Music-L. K. Steiner, chairman; M. D. Friedman, J. P. Shelby, C. P. orr, Prof. Charles Brown.
 Hall and Platform-T c. Thompson, chairman Erskine Ramsay, s. D. Weak ley. D. K. Campbell.
 Carriages and Autos-Harry Jones chairman; H. B. Gray, G. C.. Crawford, E. w. Barrett, c. Exum.
 Badges-Robert Jemison, chairman; +. H. Lathrop, E. K. Campbell, Hill Fer guson, H. G. Siebles.
 Executive-J. E. Mcqueen. chairman; Frank Nelson. Jr.. John L. Raul, T. H. Aldrich, T. H. Motion.
 Reception-Committee on general ar engagements.
 Luncheon Southern Club-T. H. Ben ners, chairman, J R. Carter, B. M. Al len, Major DeValocaux, E. Wilkerson, T. c. Thompson, George H. Eustis.
 Breakfast Country Club-Walker Percy, chairman; W. H. Kettig, W. W. Craw- ford, F. L. Brown. F. B. Fowlkes, J. D. Kirkpatrick, A. w. Nelson, H. l.. Bad ham, A. II. Ford, R. H. Baugh, w. Il. Johnston. George P Oliver, T. J. Wat son. H. c. Wood Ed Crawford, William s. Mudd, David Roberts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
New Companies Formed.

Articles of incorporation were filed in the office of the probate court yester- day by two new companies, each capi- talized at s10,O0O.
 The Davis Drill company proposed to engage in a business of drilling and equpping wells, pits shafts and the like. The authorized capitalization of $10O00 is fully subscribed and paid up The officers are F. Harley Davidson, presi- dent; H. J. Falls, vice president and treasurer, and James L. Davidson, sec- retary.
 The Gleason Tea and Coffee company propose, as the name indicates, to con- duct a general tea and coffee business, with it's central store In Birmingham. The authorized capital stock is BIO. 900. of which S5O00 has been subscribed and paid up. The officers of the new com pany are Redmund N. Wheeler presi- dent and treasurer; James D. OGara, vice president and Martin D. Gleason, general manager and secretary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
TRAVELLERS JOIN IN
 TAFT RECEPTION
LOCAL POST T. P. A. ELECTS PRES IDENT HONORARY MEMBER AND WILL TAKE PART IN BIG PA RADE NEXT TUESDAY.

At a meeting of Post B, Travellers Pro- tective association, held last night in the parlors of the Morris hotel, President Taft was elected an honorary member of the post, and it was decided to take part in the civic parade together with all the other societies and organizations of the district
 The members were unanimous in their summons to every traveller who can pos sibly arrange it to be in Birmingham on November 2 and take a part in the pa rade. This is the first organization in Birmingham with Presidtnt Taft as a member, and it expects not only to make a good showing, but to help their fellow travellers have good time while passing through.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
Wany Responses To Plea
 For Good Roads Weefing

themselves, instead of leaving that privi- lege to posterity. Among those who lave written pedging support and agreeing to attend the meeting are: ". D. Cunning ham. Woodward Charles T. Lehman, Jacob Burger, J. B. Chamberlain, Sr., R. D. Burnett, pr. Alfred A. Walker, David J. Fox, H. D. Keith, J. H. Leonard, Woodward; Joseph Beitman, J. D. Col- lins, J. E. Dedman, L. C. Meigs, Brigh- ton; J. B. Vines, Dr. John H. Finch, East Lake; Dr. R. L. Smith, Bessemer; W. B. Dickinson. George Mcc1eery, J. E. Shelby, B. H. Cooper, c. T. Brazelton, John D. Martin, Bessemer; Andy Ray; ". W. Coghill, Charles Pfister, George B. Bates H. J. O'Lanne, George Gordon Crawford, J. G, Moore, Ed Flynn, VII liam Hood, J. T. Blakemore, George P. Pinson, Ned McDavid. J. E. I. Hagler, W. P. Gum, Dr. Mortimer Jordan, Sam Lefkovits. Bessemer; Hill Ferguson. c. B. Rogers. Lee Cowart, Dr. W. s. Roun- tree, Wylam.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
Helps
 Frail Women

So many women are dragging out weary lives just because their diges- tive organs are weak. The result Is poor circulation, nervousness and the verge of invalidism. It Is often very unnecessary and the woman's own fault.
 The first thing to do is to look to the welfare of your bowels. There the trou- b1e usually lies. All physicians know that a large percentage of women are habitually oonstipated, and from this results indigestion. piles, weariness, etc, that women constantly complain of. But there Is no use taking female remedies" and things of that kind until you have started your bowels to nov ing. You will find that when the bowels move regularly once or twice day all your petty ills win disappear. Take a good, mild laxative tonic like Dr. Cald- wells Syrup Pepsin for a while and you will find yourself rapidly getting better and stronger, your bowels will regulate themselves and work at stated times, and then your headaches and dizziness will disappear. Don't take strong cathartic pills or salts, but just such @ mild and pleasant-tasting rem edy as pr. Caldwelrs Syrup Pepsin.
 You can obtain a bottle of your drug gist for 50 cents or $1, and either size may be enough to permanently cure you. Thousands of women keep it regularly in the house and will no longer be without it. as 1t cured them and can De uSeu WILL Sdlcly Dy every member of the family, down to the youngest child, but if you have never used it take the advice of Mrs. Earl S. Cox, 409 Twenty fifth street, Moline, H., and Mrs. Ellen Dungan, Muncie, Ind, and send to Dr. Caldwell for a free trial bottle, as they did, and learn for yourself what it will do in your own case. That it will cure you, as 1t did them, there is no doubt.
 Dr. Caldwell personally will be pleased to give you any medical advice you may desire for yourself or family pertaining to the stomach, liver or bowels absolutely free of charge. Ex- plain your case in letter and he will reply to you in detail. For the free sample simply send your name and ad- dress on postal card or otherwise. For either request the doctors address is Dr. w. B. Caldwell, R. 6O1 Caldwell building. Monticello. ILL
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
FIVE CHI DREN
 BURN TO DEATH
Lives Are Lost In Destruction of Presbyterian Orphans Home
 At Lynchburg.

Lynchburg, Va, October 26.-Late this afternoon the remains of the five children who were burned in the fire which destroyed the shelton cottage at the Presbyterian Orphans Home near this city, at 4 o'clock this morning, were recovered. though they were burned past recognition.
 A coroner's inquest, which concluded it's work at S:15 o'clock tonight. threw no light on the cause of the fire, but the verdict included statement fully exonerating the home authorities for blame.
 Later reports show that the fire was discovered by the housekeeper in her room on the second floor by smoke issuing through the speaking tube con meeting her room with the kitchen. She was up to begin her duties for the day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27

can but look upon anonymous informants with suspicion.
 For instance, here is a letter from woman who states that people are afraid to tell of these things, then she pro ceeds to name certain place as being a blind tiger and winds up the letter with out signing her name. We are not going to use anyone's name in connection with any investigation we may make into those suspected places, but we certainly want to know whether they are respon- sible people and whether there Is spite work connected with it.
 "If people will sign their names to these letters their names will be kept quiet and we can proceed with our in yestigation without fear of the fact that we are being mislead by some person simply having it in for another"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27

When the people of Birmingham look at John Hays Hammond, the famous mn ing expert, who is with President lat on his long tour, they will see the high est salaried man in the world. There are men who make more money than MT. Hammond by turning over their own cap ital. but his actual salary Is given up to be the biggest received by any human on the globe.
 He is a mining expert. and beyond the big planning, takes little part in the detail workings of his schemes. He receives s50O000 annually from the Guggenheims.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
NARROW ESCAPE.
A. p. Henze Barely Misses Sentence
 In Tombs.

New York, August 2s.-Arthur P. Heinze, associated with his brother, F. Augustus Heinze. in the affairs of the United Copper company, nearly landed in the Tombs for 10 days sentence this afternoon, but at the last moment Judge Ward in the United States circuit court, granted stay of execution and his re- lease under $2600 bail. pending the filing Of an application for a writ of error.
 Heinze was convicted some time ago of advising a witness to evade the serv- ice of grand jury subpoena at time when the government was attempting to get hold of the books of the United Copper company. Acting on this convic- tion. Judge Ray, in the United States cir cult court, sentenced him to pay a fine of s250 and serve 10 days in prison.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
N0f0y Club WiU Aid M
 Waking Races 2 Success

the members cars, is being gotten up, the members cars, Is being gotted up, which will be received in time for trips to the Atlanta races.
 The Atlanta Motor club has asked for number of cars which will make the trip to Atlanta in order that garage room may be provided Automobiiists to make this trip are requested to advise Mr. Brazelton so that he may advise Att lanta people. His phone is Bell SSs. Those desiring to reserve box seats should also advise him.
 A telegram to President C. W. Ufford of the Business Mems league from Bar ney Oldheld, received last night, states that Oldf1eld will surely drive here on November 2, as per contract.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27

At a meeting of the board of governors of the Birmingham Motor club yester- day afternoon 1t was decided to cooper ate with the Business Mems league in the matter of automobile races here NO vember g. pr. James E. Dedman, G. T. Brazelton and Steve Smith were appoint ed as a committee to name judges, start CTS and the like. 1t was also decided 10 try to avoid any amateurfsnness In the handling of these races.
 Membership cards in the club are being gotten out and the members by present. ing them will be allotted space for their cars near the track at the local races. Box seats will also be reserved for nem-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
Marshall County All Right.

To the Editor of The Age-Herald. A word of encourag cement from Mar shall county, from battle-scared vet eran. who was with Hardee at Ft. Nor gan in '61; with Price at Corinth, and by the side of Rogers when he fell at Battery Robinette in '82; with Bragg at Lookout Mountain and Missionary Ridge in '63; with Johnston from Dal- ton to Atlanta in '64; with the boys that reserved principle and honor at the surrender in '65 with George Houston in the redemption of the state in "A; and in 1909 against this Greek horse amendment to the constitution of my beloved native Alabama.
 Four weeks ago this county was for the amendment. Three weeks ago 1t was question. Two weeks ago the tables had turned. One week ago a landslide was evident, and today, if expressions and political prognostica- ton count for anything. the amend ment Is buried under an avalanch of home loving and liberty defending votes from every beat in the county save one.
 The old men are saying: Here's to the vet" with his three
 score and ten, Who loves his home his God and fel-
 low men;
 Who doesn't want saloons, but the
 rights that are given By the constitution, as Is, and the laws
 of heaven.
 The mothers and daughters respond: Here's to the girl that loves her home, To the wife that loves her home alone f; Here's to the mother that reigns in her
 own home,
 And let's other peoples homes alone. And the eyoung men and husbands echo back.
 Here's to the boy that with stands temp
 tation,
 Under teachings of temperance and not
 prohibitions
 Here's to the father that's no mans
 vassal,
 Who'll vote for his home to remain his
 castle.
 J. A. MKINSTRY, Ex-Priyate. Co., D, 42d Ala. Inft., c. S. Es Guntersville, October 25, 1909.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
Tim Murphy's Return.

One of the most delightful stories of modern life which has been put on the stage Is that developed in Cupid and the Dollar" the romantic society comedy which Tim Murphy Is to produce at the Jefferson theatre on Saturday matinee and night. It is as simple as the title which tells 1t is brief. There Is a large group of amusing characters about MT. Murphy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
ADJUSTMENTS.
"The Top Q tn World"

Here Is what some of the critics say of .The Top O tn World" which comes to the Jefferson theatre tomorrow night with Bailey and Austin as co-stars: T laughed until the tears ran down my checks. Alan Dale, New York Amer ican. First nighters could not get enough of 1t. it."-chicago Post. :" The Top O tn World is the place to be these nights" "-Chicago American.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-10-27
CHANGES IN THE
 ADVENT VESTRY

At a meeting of the vestry of the Church of the Advent Robert Jemison, who has held the office of junior war den for many years, was elected senior warden in the place of Robert H. Pear son, deceased, and Maj. E. M Tutwiler was elected junior warden. J. c. Maben was elected to the vestry to fill the vacan- cy caused by the death of Colonel Pear son.
 A committee consisting of Judge s. E. Greene and J. Rivers Carter was appoint ed to prepare resolutions expressive of the grief of the vestry on Colonel Pear sons death. The vestry will meet in a few days to receive the report of the committee.