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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
TAFT ENTERTAINS
 AUBURN STUDENTS

Auburn. February 14-(Special.) IA large audience greeted Lorado Taft in Iangdon hall Friday afternoon to hear his charming lecture on the art of sculpture MT. Taft is one of the lead ing sculptors of the United States, and his lecture was an inspiration. He, with his assistant, gave illustrations on the stage of artistic moulding. Alto gether the lecture was one of the most enjoyable of the entire lyceum course.
 The veterinary medical course stu dents gave a highly enjoyable banquet in the Smith dining hall Friday night, covers being laid for about 60. Dr. c. A. Cary was toastmaster. Toasts were made by President c. c. Thach, J. M. Thornton of Talladega, Prof. B. B. Ross. Prof. S. F. Lloyd, Dr. P. F. Bohenson and W. M. Howell. The event was in every way a success. Delight ful music was rendered by the military band during the repast
 Last night the Merkel Concert com pany give a rare musical treat to the student body The members of this company are Alabama artists. The personnel being Miss Fannie Lock cit Marks, violinst Miss Elsie Jones, so- prano; MT. Louis Merkel, pianoist The programme is of the highest order.
 The many friends of Tn omas Bragg learn with interest of the tender to him of the position of chemist of the department of sanitation at Ancon, in the Panam canal zone, under Colonel Gorgas. The proffer of this responsi- ble and scientific position on the medi- cal staff of Colonel Gorgas is high compliment to MT. Bragg's standing as a chemist.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
QUISENBERRY IN DECATUR.
Raises $4o,ooo In Mississippi For Lou
 isvlle College.

Decatur, February (Special.)-The Rev w. Y. Quisenberry. who a few years ago was pastor of the Central Baptist church in New Decatur, but who is now agent for the Baptist Theological semi nary in Louisville. is visiting for a few days at the home of his brother-in in law, Dr. B. w. Watson. in New Decatur
 Mir Quisenberry has just returned from a trip over Mississippi in the interest of the Louisville Theological seminary and says that he raised S40.O00 in that state for the Louisville college. He is also raising quite a neat sum in north Ala bama for the same cause. This morning the Central Baptist church in New Deca- tur, his former charge, contributed S10O. and the First Baptist church of Decatur contributed quite neat sum also. Athens and several other places in this portion of the state have contributed to the cause
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Herman Jaco Arrested.

Huntsville, February 14-(Special.)- )-Her- man Jaco, former cotton mill opera tive, who is charged with committing a mur derous assault upon Deputy Sanders in Abingdon village several months ago, has been captured in Smithville, Tenn, and will be brought here as soon as requi- sition papers can be obtained. Jaco and two or three others persons assaulted Deputy Sanders as he was making an arrest and almost killed him with knives a mi sticks
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15

Washington promises to furnish the greater share of matters of news interest this week Outside the routine of Con- gross, especial attention will be attract ed by the appearance of Colonel Goethals engineer in charge of the Panama canal work, before the subcommittee of the House committee on appropriations. He will be questioned regarding the estimates submitted by the isthmian canal com mission, and will give further testimony of peculiar interest because of the recent agitation over the so-ealled Panama canal scandal. The President will send to Con gress on Monday a special message re- gardng the care of dependent chnuren, and on Tuesday will have a conference with President-elect Taft.
 MT. Taft will leaye Cincinnati on Mon day at noon for Washington, where he will receive the report of the engineers who went to Panama with him. After the conference he will return to Cincinnati where he will address the Citizens Taft club on Friday. President Roosevelt will be present at the farewell meeting at Grace Reformed church in Washington
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
NEGRO PRISONER
 IS SHOT TO DEATH

Tampa, Fla, February 4-(Special.) j. Jack Ware, a negro, was taken from Deputy Sheriff Scott, whom the deputy made a prisoner at Barrow Junction yes terday. and after the negro was iden- tified by Miss Irma Newell who was at tackled on the road while going to school Tuesday he was taken to the woods and put to death.
 After the negro was taken to the woods and lifted up by rope he was lowered but would not deny nor affirm his guilt He was then tied to stump and shot to death.
 Six negroes were arrested following the crime but were later freed. One Charles Crumley was taken by mob from jail, tied to a tree and pine knots covered with kerosene oil piled about to burn him when the sheriff rescued the negro. The militia was called out by the gov ernor Wednesday and dismissed Thurs day night.
 Deputy Scott was trying to get his prisoner to the county jail when he was overpowered by the mob. The negro was arrested 50 miles from the scene of the crime.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Personal and General.

The choir of St. Johns Episcopal church will meet Wednesday evening for practice at the home of MT. and Mrs Hardeman s. Meade on Avenue H and Twenty-fourth street.
 St. Margaret's guild will meet Wednes- day afternoon with Miss Flora Dubois.
 The many friends of Miss Bessie Morri- son, who has been seriously i'll with ty- phoid fever for the past few weeks, will be pleased to learn she is much i'm proved. She was able to be up for the first time since her illness today
 The Amphion club will give a dance next Wednesday evening at the Red Mems hall Qate Perkins halD on Avenue E in honor of visiting young ladies'
 The Elks will meet in regular session at their home, Avenue E. Monday evening at o'clock. As the time is approaching for the annual election of officers all members requested to be present Sev- eral important business matters will be discussed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
HECTOR D. LANE
 MAY ENTER RAGE
FRIENDS ARE GROOMING HIM FOR
 COMMISSIONER OF AGRlCUL-- TURF AND DUSTRiES-TALkS
 ON INTERESTS OF THE FARMER.

Montgomery, February 1.-(Special.)- Hector D. Lane who has been much importuned by friends from every sec tion of the state to enter the race for commissioner of agriculture and indus tries, was in Montgomery today. MT. Lane is engaged in conducting large i farming operations in the Tennessee val ley, his landed interests being near Court land. Born and reared on a plantation, by training and by natural instinct he is a farmer He does not confine him. self to raising corn and cotton alone, but likewise grows small grain and live stock. In conjunction with his farm MT. Lane conducts a home canary, thereby utiliz- ing the surplus crop of vegetables which he grows in abundance. It has been often said that stone. wall could be built around MT. Lanes plantations and that he could live comfortably and lux uriously within such an enclosure.
 While MT. Lane has not finally decided to enter the race for commissioner of agriculture it Is deemed that he is serious ly considering such a venture. Upon the vital questions which confront the farming interests of Alabama at pres ent MT Lane today said:
 ''Farming in Alabama is a practical in dustry. Those citizens engaged in tilling the soil have no time for experiments because they are necessitated to secure immediate results and direct returns. Ex- periments and the development of theories should be confined exclusively to experi- ment stations. and only after the last shadow of doubt has been eliminated should the farmers be induced to adopt them.
 '.I consider that the analyses of the soils of the state is paramount to all other things of interest to our agricul- tural class. The adaptability of soils should be ascertained to the various kinds of crops and fertilizers commended to the farmers, that will combine with the soil to secure the greatest possible yield would be of vast benefit to our people.
 Stock raising, such as mules, sheep, cattle, etc, should be encouraged. l am also heartily in favor of every farmer having a family canner to use his sur plus vegetables The art of practical agriculture should be encouraged, not only in our agricultural schools but in every public school In the state, in, or der that the farmer boy may understand the rudiments of scientific agriculture such as the analyses of soils and the adaptability of crops.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
GIRL DEBATERS
 WIN THE BATTLE
1t Is Decided At Centrevile That Robt. E. Lee Was Greater General
 Than Stonewall Jackson.

Centreyille February 14.-(Special.) ) On Thursday night an interesting de- bate took place at the courthouse here between members of the literary so- ciety of Centreville high school. The subject of discussion was: Resolved, That Lee was a greater general than Jackson" On the affirmative side the speakers were Miss Viola Boiling, Miss Essle Ray Gardner Miss Lillian Gore and Miss Winnie Logan, and on the negative side the speakers were Henry Cleveland, Calvan Lee, Stephen Lee and Carson Snead. All of the speakers did exceedingly well and large audience gave the speakers marked attention After considerable deliberation the judges Mayor s. c. Melgs, Dr. T. E. Scholar and J. T. Martin. decided in favor of the affirmative.
 On Friday night the members of the in the parlors of the Wadsworth hotel Current events were discussed by the various members of the club and Miss Hattie Willouby read a most interest ing and instructive paper on wireless telegraphy. In spite of the indictment weather most of the members of the club were present and the evening was one of much enjoyment. Refreshments were served in the dining room. The next meeting of the club will be with Miss Lucille Pratt at the home of her father, Judge W. l.. Pratt on Tusca- loosa avenue.
 Circuit court will convene here Mon- day February 15, for session of four weeks. Many important cases are set for trial although the docket is not as heavy as usual.
 On Tuesday night State Auditor W. w. Brandon will deliver lecture at the courthouse here for the benefit of the Confederate monument fund.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
General NezVS Forecast
 For The Coming Week

Monday, and on the same day he will receive a petition from the woman suf- fragists The conference on the conser- vation of natural resources in North America will open in Washington on Thursday.
 Fuller details of the protocol signed with Venezuela by Special Commissioner Buchanan may be known this week. The commissioner will start for home Tues day. There Is possibility that an Amer lean war vessel will be sent to Liberia owing to the uncertain state of affairs there.
 On Wednesday Rear Admiral Arnold's squadron will meet the returning battle ship fleet 1000 miles off shore and by the end of the week the combined fleet will be moving toward Hampton Roads.
 The tariff conference will open at In dianapois on Tuesday. Representative business men and men prominent in other walks of life will speak A jury to try Colonel Cooper, his son. Robin and John D. Sharp for the murder of former Sen ator Edward W. Carmack. has at last been secured at Nashville. and the taking of testimony will begin on Tuesday.
 Both National and American baseball leagues will meet this week and announce playing schedules for the coming sea son.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
NEW BRICK COMPANY.
Hollywood Has New and Important
 Industry

Scottsboro, February 14.-(Special.)- The Alabama Brick and Tile company was organized at Hollywood. F. J. Neher, president; W. J. Matthews, vice president; w. B. Neher. secretary and treasurer; managers, J. c. Jacobs Vir gil Bouldin, w. l.. McClendon. It is for the purpose of manufacturing tiles to drain farm lands.
 Jesse Ambrester of Pisgal. near this place. died in Chattanooga. where he had gone for medical treatment His remains were brought to his old home here for burial. He was a graduate of the Baptist college of Scottsboro, and was one of the brightest young men in this county.
 William H. Carter, an old citizen and Confederate veteran, S5 years old. died at the home of his son. Josh Car ter. February 10. He had been a cit izen of this place for more than 50 years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
NOTICE.

It will be necessary for all men that expect to take part in the male chorus of 100 voices at the Hippodrome next week to be at rehearsal at 8 o'clock Monday night, February 15, at the First Presbyterian church, corner 4th Ave. and 21st Street. Passes will be issued to each singer personally and will have to be used by you in order to get a seat on the stage on the lower floor. Come early Tues day night in order to avoid the rush. A. P. OSTROME, Sec.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
WESTERN UNION
 WILL FIGHT TAX

Atlanta, February 14-(Special )-Fol- lowing a recent decision of Judge New man denying the petition for injunction filed by the Western Union Telegraph company to prevent the state from col lectng tax upon its franchise. fl fas have been issued by Attorney General Hart against the company to collect the tax for 1908. Fi fas for the collection of the tax for 1907 have previously been issued. The tax is S5250
 It is understood the company will carry the case to the United States supreme court upon the ground that it's franchise is national and Is not subject to taxation by the state of Georgia.
 The valuation of the franchise for 1908 has been assessed at about half a million dollars
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Loses Arm In Blast.

Decatur, February Special L)-while blasting a well at his home in the Neel piecinct Alcaney Tidwell, a well-known young man of that neighborhood, sus- tained such serious injuries In his left arm that the hand had to be amputated MT Tidwell was down in the well when a charge of dynamite exploded. HIS con- dition is serious, but it is said he will re- cover
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Business Conditions Better.

Since the statement has been given out regarding the early resumption of the Southern Steel company's plant at Ensley an optimistic feeling has prevailed in business circles, and a general revival of good times is anticipated. As a mat ter of fact, business was good this week end notwithstanding the unfavorable weather, due to a large extent to the employees of the steel mill being paid off. Since the advent of Greater Ensley there has been a decided increase in real estate sales, specially in the new territory an nexed The fact that the Walker liar benson refractory plant is being con structed in Vivian has caused quite a stir in property in that location, and many deals have been made or are under
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Student is in Jall.

San Jose, Cal, February I4-MiIes A. May. formerly e student in Vanderbilt University at Nashville. Tenn, and son of the late Houston May, for r years warden of the Nashville penitentiary. Is in Jail here having confessed to forg- ing a check. He is contesting against his step-mother for the possession of a ssoooO estate left by his father
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Miss billie Scott Dies.

Huntsville February 14-(Special.) Miss billie Scott, a popular and attractive young girl of this city, died yesterday in Chattanooga while visiting her brother w. L. Scott. The cause of her death was pneumonia. Miss Scott was 16 years old. The body was brought to Hunts vile today and inferred in Maple Hill cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Mrs. White Is Winner.

Huntsville, February (Special.)-The contest for the nomination of a fair rep resel tative of Huntsville at the Congress of Beauty to be held in Mobile during Mardi Gras, ended here last night Mrs.
 Lawson White was the winner. The con- test was conducted by a local newspaper.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Rowing Championship To Be Settled.

Philadelphia, February 14.-A novel scheme for the settlement of the inter scholastic rowing championship of Amer ica was announced tonight by the board of stewards of the American Rowing as- soclation, whose seventh annual regatta is to be held on the Schuylkll river May %. The scheme consists in hold ing preliminary regattas in all of the principal cities of the east, and then to have the various champions meet here for the national title.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
ENDORSEMENT OF THE PRESS

The Birmingham News: This hrm tDrs. Dozier & Dozisr) has been dolns business in Birmingham continuously for a number of years and they nave vet to he accused of having dealt un- fairly with a patient in any way what soever They are both gentlemen or the highest type and carry their honor ana pentlemanliness into their business.
 Age-Herald: Drs. Dozier & Dozier's long standing record and approved abilities entitle them to the proud dis tinction of standing at the head of their profession.
 The Birmingham Ledger: Drs. Dozier & Dozier are without doubt the best known specialists in the South. and their fame is due entirely to their great skill.
 The Southern Odd Fellow: We can not add anything to the reputation Drs Dozier & Dozler have already acquired
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15

The City Beautiful by the man that made it. Roses, vines, shrubs and trees, everything to beautify your grounds, hedge plants, new grounds laid out and remodeled.
 c. E. HUFFMAN,
 Landscape Gardener and Florist. Glen Iris. Bell Phone 1889.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Tuberculosis Exhibition.

Philadelphia. February 14.-The Inter- national Tuberculosis exhibition which will be formally opened here tomorrow, is already in place and was visited to- day by many nurses and school teach CTS
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15

in the line of their profession, but ws know them to be brother Odd Fellows and can be relied upon to carry out every promise they make to those needing their services.
 Mountain Home! The press of Bir- mingham and all over Alabama speak in the highest terms of Drs. Dozier & Dozier, as physicians, surgeons and gentlemen, and we have no hesitancy in recommending them to our patrons.
 Meridian Star: Drs. Dozier & Dozier of Birmingham are the most worthy and distinguished physicians in their line of practice in the state of Alabama
 Masonic Guide: Drs. Dozier 6 Dozier come from family of prominent phy- sicians and with their large experience in the profession can be relied on to treat disease in a most successful man. ner.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Charleston Causes Despair.

Considering conditions in Atlanta and Macon, I would have been inclined, in spite of the utter failure of the law in Savannah and Augusta. to believe that finally the people of all the cities would be persuaded to obey the law reasona-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
LIVINGSTON, ALABAMA ARTISAN HOTEL
l.. A. M'LEAN, Prop.

This hotel is under new management. has been thoroughly renovated, and newly furnished. Everything first class and up-to-dat Travelling public and water drinkers patronage solic- s4Ad- Rates $2.00 per day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
REVIVAL BEGINS
 AT ENSLEY CHURCH Conducted By ReW Glasgow
 and Rev. flames HEAVY POLICE DOCKET Business In Ensley Shows Decided Signs of Improvement and Real Estate is Much More Active.
 Personal and General.

Ensley, February 4.-(Special)-A three weeks revival meeting was inaugurated at the First Methodist church this morn ing by the Rev. B. B. Glasgow, pastor of the church, assisted by the Rev. J. o. Hanes, evangelist and J. B. Wadsworth. The meeting started off very auspiciously a large congregation being present this morning and good congregation at night dispite the indictment weather. The ser vices were very gratifying in point of attendance and enthusiasm, and indica- ton points to a very successful meet ing. MT. Hanes is well known in Ensley, having previously conducted a very sue cessful meeting here. He is a speaker of much force and ability with capacity for work that seems unlimited. There will be services daily, except Saturdays, at 3 o'clock in the afternoon and 7:SO in the evening" The pastor extends a cordial in vitation to the public to attend these ser vices and would especially ask those who are not in the habit of attending divine service to come out to one OF more ser vices.
 The choirs of the different churches are asked to assist in the singing.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15

In the parlance of the street, business is picking up' in police circles, judg- ing from the number of cases docketed in the police court from Saturday afternoon until this evening. Over 50 cases appear on the docket, comprising almost every variety of misdemeanor on the calendar. Saturday evening officers Eubank and Wrenn raided a craps game at the negro quarters of No. mines and as a result seven negroes were placed under arrest. Later the two officers descended on a poolroom on Avenue c and added five more dice rollers to their list. Just past midnight the same officers, assisted by Officer Bonner. surprised and captured nine young white men engaged in game of chance in a room in the Ensley hotel. The other cases are principally drunken ness, disorderly conduct and vagrancy. Several guns and razors were found on the persons of some of the craps shooters and an additional charge of carrying con- cealed weapons was placed against their names on the docket. Mayor Sugg will have busy session Monday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
CAPITAL IF BANK
 ID BE INCREASED City National Is Young But
 Very Vigorous FUNERAL OF R. N. WATERS Smallpox Patients Laneush at Pest House While City and County
 Physicians Quarrel Over
 Question of Service.
FUNERAL OF R. N. WATERS

Anniston. February 14-tspecial)-The stockholders of the City National bank Of Anniston have unanimously voted in faVor of increasing the capital stock of the m stitution from $1OOOOO to s150,OoO, thus mak- ing it one of the strongest institutions or the kind in the state This is the young est bank in Anniston, and its growth mas been marvellous since it's establishment a few years ago. It's officers are as fol- lows: President Thomas E. Kilby; vice presidents, James Keith, Jr., and c. J. Houser; cashier, Arthur Wellborn; di- rectors. c. E. Cater, Talbot Foard, c. J. Houser, James Keith. Jr, Thomas B. Kilby, John B. IaGarde. Judge John Pel- ham. J. J. willett H. F. Williamson and Arthur Wellborn.
 The funeral over the remains of R. N. Waters who died at the home of his daughter. Mrs J. s. Bright, corner D street and Quintard avenue, Saturday night, was held at the residence this aft ernoon at o'clock, the remains being inferred at Edgemont cemetery. The de- ceased was one of the city's oldest citl- zens. The funeral services were att tended by the members of Camp Pelham, T.. c. ", in a body, he having been one of their foremost members. He is sur vived by his wife, two daughters, Mrs Bright and Mrs. Mary Powell, and two sons, Augustus and Ebert Waters, of this city.
 The doctors of this cdty have disagreed, and a serious situation has developed with reference to the treatment of the negro patients in the pesthouse, where they were recently removed. The city having agreed to pay half of the expenses, the board Of county commissioners ordered County Physician H. M, Martin to take charge Of the cases. That officer, however, con- suited the county attorney, who says that under the law the cases belong to the city physician, who in turn declines to treat the patients under existing condi- tions. Hence 1t would seem to be up to the commissioners, unless there Is action on the part of County Health Officer Whiteside, who says he will take the cases but will render a bill for special services to the county.
 One of the largest religious gatherings held in this county in some time will con- vene at Oxford on the 18th and 17th, this week, when Presiding Elder W. c. Row iand of the Talladega district will preside over a pastors conference and missionary institute. An excellent programme has been prepared, and delegates will be pres- ent from all parts of the district.