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Omaha daily bee., 1909-11-14

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he. is the only one that properly describes
m. fine house Of the Country Club q
Built by golfers for golfers,
the lockers and baths are as they should
be, while there are dining, iounging aud
sleeping rooms as well Married
members have the privilege OF stopping
there and It Is really, as 70 the aecommo-
dations, equal to the best kept up OF the
large country houses.
As to the course. a naturally fiat coun-
try has been changed TO afford interesting
golf under the sdvioes Of the experts. The
hazards are well placed and so varied that
there Is no monotony. The tenth and elev-
enth Of 15 and 30 yards, on which the
play. is to and fro over the carasslio brook
from high tees to vast greens are two OF
the best ons-shot holes in the country The
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
ATHENS COLLEGE
 COMMENCEMENT
BY E. M. GLENN.

Athens, May 26.-(Special.) )-Commence- ment day at Athens college was indeed notable. In the college chapel at 10 a. m. came the intersociety debate. in which three young ladies to the side represented the Jane Childs and George Eliot Literary societies in discussing the question of Cuban annexation to the United States The young ladies dealt with great prob lems of constitutional government and wise public policy with an erudition and ability that might have compelled ap- plause from listening senates.
 The negative side, held by the Jane Childs society, bore off the laurels. The individual prize for the best speech was won by Miss Josephine Vandiver.
 In the afternoon an alumnae reception was held at the elegant home of Mrs. C. E. Frost, and it was a most delightful affair
 At night came the graduating exercises. Dr. w. N. Ainsworth of Savannah was the orator for the occasion. In a mas terful fashion he discussed the relation of Christian ideals to the fundamentals of our republican institutions. The young ladies receiving diplomas are: Miss Mary Buchanan, Miss Nell Crawford, Miss Sara Carlisle, Miss Isabel Shandler, Miss An nie Agnes Davis, Miss Hattie Ellis, Miss Annie Lee Horn. Miss Jessie Rowe Per singer, Miss Daisy Warten, Miss Jessie Branscomb and Miss Annie Mae Reeder
 The faculty for the next year has been materially strengthened. It Is consid- cred distinct advance in securing as the head of the musical department so able and distinguished master as Dr. H. c. Wulf. Dr. Wulf received his musical ed ucation at Dresden and Leipsic, winning his doctors degree at the University of F'rauburg.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
BUSH INDORSES
 HIS ASSISTANT
AGREES WITH HIM THAT ETC. WAH JAIL IS BEYOND REPAIR. R. H. GuLEDGE MARKETS FIRST PEACHES OF SEASON.

Gadsden. May 2.-(SpeciaL)-Dr. c. F. Bush. state jail inspector, was in the city today and has made second in- spection of the county prison He Is re- viewing the work done by the assistant inspector some weeks ago. He stated this morning after going over the jail that he could fully indorse the report made by J. D. Adams. Like his assistant he is of the opinion that the structure and equipment is beyond repair and that the building of a new jail is imperative. This afternoon the doctor made an inspection of the county farm and of the Dwight mills at Alabama City.
 In a marked departure from his ac- ton of the day before, Judge Lee yes- was being made for violation of the pro- hibition law out of the hands of the jury and discharged the defendant. The evidence in the case on the part of the state was all in and the judge consid- cred that proof of guilt had not been made so brought the proceedings to a close as above stated. The day before he severely reprimanded a jury for fail ure to convict on similar charge where the state had made plain case.
 R. H. Guledge, residing two miles east of this city, today marketed the first peaches of the year. They were of the Early Sneed variety and presented a fine appearance. Mir Guledge has only single tree of this variety and he had but two bushels to sell These, however, brought $210 per bushel and therefore showed good returns for a single tree
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
WILL CELEBRATE.
Huntsville Will Observe July Fourth
 In Grand Style.

Huntsville, May e.--(Special. )-An. open air mass meeting was held last night under the auspices of the Huntsville Bus mess Mems club and considerable enthu- siasm was aroused over the projected eel ebration of the Fourth of July. The meeting was planned as a guage of pub lie interest and the outcome was most gratifying. Committees were appointed to get busy and arrange the details for one of the greatest celebrations ever had here.
 Addresses were made by Congressman William Richardson, Rev. Francis Tappey and Ed L. Pulley. MT. Pulley, who is manager of the electric railway, said the extension to the top of Monte Sano will be finished by that date and besides the attractions in the city there will be many features for public amusement on the top of the mountain.
 There Is some talk here of having a Chautauqua on Monte Sano this sum mer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Arkansas River Risinu,

Little Rock, Ark, May 26.-The Arkansas river is rising and flood stage is predicted. A 24-foot stage is predicted for Fort Smith tomorrow. At Pine Bluff the citizens, who not long ago lost part of the town through high waters, are optimistic and believe that the bank protection installed by the government will in- sure the safety of property there. The rise in the river follows heavy rains in Oklahoma. Flood warnings have been issued at Fort Smith, where the crest of the flood is expected to- morrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
commenoement at Normal.

Huntsville, May 2e.-(Special)-The an- nual commencement exercises of the State Agricultural and Mechanical College Tor Negroes at Normal will commence to- morrow with field day exercises. Owing to the recent death of the president of the institution Prof. William H. Coun- cill, the exercises will not be as elab- crate as usual. Friday will be gradua- tion day for the preparatory department and Saturday will be senior class day, and the anniversary. celebration of the literary societies will be held. Dr. c. O. Booth of the Selma university will preach the baccaulaureate sermon on Sunday and on Sunday night the religious societies will hold their anniversary, the address to be delivered by Rev. c. A Bell of Chattanooga Monday will be commencement day with graduating exer- cises and industrial parade. Addresses will be delivered by, T. w. Walker of Birmingham. Dr. E. w. Hammonds Of Nashville.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
GREAT DAMAGE TO
 CROPS AT CUBA

Cuba. May 6.-(Special) )-Conservativ estimate makes the losst from Tuesday nights terrific rainstorm $10,OO0 with truck growers great sufferers. Acres and acres of beans are two feet under water and will be total losses potatoes in the low lands have been washed up and a great many acres now under water. Cabbage has escaped with only light damage as compared with other crops. Cotton that has been choped is almost washed up by the roots even on the high lands. There has been great damage to corn that was growing off nicely while oats have been so blown down that they will have to be harvested with a mower. T. P. Tate, manager of the Vegetable Growers association, is out going over the fields and making estimate so that the trade may be advised. Farmers telephone line No. 1 is intact but line No 2 Is down and he will have to ride out about ten miles if he can find the bridges pass able to get a correct line on the situa- ton. The greatest individual loser will likely be the railway company since they will lose the haul on great many cars
 
 and next week. The creeks and small streams are higher than in 1900 when this section was visited by a record breaking flood.
 The withdrawal of Oliver from the race for congress has been a great surprise and disappointment to his numerous friends in this section who confidently believed he could win. As matters now stand impartial observers say that Hob- son can easily win over any other man, as a great deal of the Oliver following will now go to him. Politically this community is much put out over the pos sibility of an extra session of the legis- lature. With Corners railroad laws up- held this section can see no occasion for again opening up old troubles The membership of the Let Us Alone Club" is being augmented every day and their motto is that the man making two blades of grass grow where but one grew be- fore is greater than all the tribe of pol iticians. There Is also feeding that if the present prohibition laws won't stand and must needs be revised that nothing will stand.
 Clay Brock has just returned from a trip to Vanity, Ala, where he has been working on a telephone proposition. He has met with some success and may build the line If he can get 25 subscribers It Is understood that he has 20 pledged now. This line will be of great benefit to Cuba and should prove paying investment for its promoter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Personal and General.

The High school class will be enter tained tomorrow night by Miss Myrtle Williams at her home on Eighth avenue Friday the class will be entertained by Miss Edna Bull at Feeders.
 The Civic Improvement society will meet at the library tomorrow afternoon.
 Arrangements have been perfected for the concert to be given on the 4th at the High school auditorium. The Auburn Concert band will furnish the music
 There will be a baseball game between Broyles and the local team here tomor- row, if the grounds permit
 Miss Theo Lopez of South Carolina will arrive shortly to be the guest of MT. and Mrs. E. H. Lopez.
 Mrs. H. c. Waller Is gradually recov- erlng from a recent severe illness.
 Mrs. Louls Forst and her children will leave Sunday for Revere Beach, Mas, where they will spend the summer.
 Rev. and Mrs. s. T. Craig have re- turned from Lincoln, Ala, where they visited the Rev J. C. Craig
 Prof. J. A B. Lovett has returned from business trip to North Alabama
 MT. Look Lowry of Jackson, Miss, is the guest of Mrs. w. D. Taylor.
 The preliminary hearing of W. F. No- Ian has been set for June by Justice of the Peace Gum. Mr. Nolan shot J. F. Brophy several weeks ago.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
FIREMEN ARE
 WELL RECEIVED
INTERESTING CONTESTS ARE PULLED OFF AT TRl-STATE TOURNAMENT AT TALLADEGA. RAIN lNTERFERES.

Talladega, May 26.-(Special. )-Bunting and flags were literally displayed to wei come the hremen of the tri-state tourna- ment in Talladega. The Boys Industrial band of East Lake, 26 strong, and the Gadsden Silver Cornet band contributed music Rain fell during the entire morn- ing, causing abandonment of the forenoon programme
 In the parade Miss Alline Wilson won first prize for the best decorated buggy. Mrs. c. A. Jackson took second prize. Six departments are represented at the organization. w. F. Handley of Talla- dega presided.9i
 The order of parade was: Rome, Gads- den, Pratt City, Bessemer, Anniston, Tal- ladega. Timekeepers, G. H. Smith, An niston: w. G. Bellinger, Gadsden; R- Heine. Talladega. Starting judge, F. Il. vandiver. Rome Pull-off judges, Joe Rose. Anniston; J. Donahue, Bessemer Ping judges, Fred Lewis, Pratt City; Guy Woodiff, Gadsden. Outcoming judges, ID. G. Richar65, Pratt City; D. C. Raln- water Anniston. Assistant to starters, Arch Headington, Rome; Tom Fullington. Gadsden; George McElderry, Talladega Idneman, Richmond Franks, Talladega.
 w. c. Belinger of Gadsden received the nrize for best decorated automobile.
 The individual prize for best drilled sol dier went to F. F. Doering, Company ID, Anniston.
 The 10O-yard dash was won by Lambert of Pratt City. Time, 10 2-5 seconds.
 Ladder-climbing contest made by Annis- ton in 10 2-5 seconds; Rome. 51s seconds.
 This afternoon from 20O0 to 5000 people were present, rain rendering the racing unpleasant.
 In the shoofiy race, Rome's time was 1895: Gadsden, 19 3-5 Pratt City, l9 4-5; Anniston, 19 1-5; Talladega, 20.
 In the straight away races-Rome, N 10; Gadsden, 23; Pratt City, 23 1-5; Anniston, M 4-5.
 The race between Rome and Anmston was run over, Anniston standing on time made and Rome lost.
 The Industrial band gave concert at the onera house tonight. The wagon races will be run tomorrow morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
FURNACES ARE AT
 FULL CAPACITY Activity h Bessemer lndustria
 Circles THREE BAD ACCIDENTS Judge Jackson Has Witness Held On Charge of Perjury-PersonaI and General News of Interest
 In Bessemer.
THREE BAD ACCIDENTS

Bessemer, May 2s.-(speeial) 1.-The two furnaces at Bessemer are turning out their full capacity of 200 tons per day. None of the iron is being stacked. but is being shipped as soon as inspected. The The shipments of steel bilets for the roll ing mill from Ensley are arriving regu- larly and the mill has good stock in hand.
 Tests of coke for the Tennessee com pany and the Woodward Iron company were made at Robertson last week, but 1t is understood that they were not suc- cessful.
 Preliminary trials are being made in the new addition to the Bessemer Soil Pipe company, and 1t will probably be in operation by June l. Fourteen new floors have been added, which will re- quire about SO more holders and ram mers. not to mention the laborers. This gives the plant working force of about 800 men. The cost of the addition was about $50,000.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Bad Accident In Plants.

Homer Johnson, a check weighman at Fossil mines, was caught in the ma chinery this morning and both arms were so badly mangled as to necessitate the amputation of both hands. This was the first day MT. Johnson had been at work. and 1t is thought that this is one of the reasons for the accident.
 Will Crowell was caught by an electric crane at the United States Foundry company's plant this morning and hand and arm were badly mashed It was nec- essary to amputate his thumb.
 Another accident occurred at the United States Foundry company this morning when Emmet Finch was caught in the lathe and one hand badly mashed. It is not thought that amputation will be nec- essary, but Finch will be unable to re- -sume work for some time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
THE LAKE OF BAYS" COUNTRY.

handsome brochure. artistically illus trated, has been issued by the passenger department of the Grand Trunk Railway System, telling of the beauties of the Lake of Bays district, in the Highlands of On tario." A new feature of. this district is the new hotel-the Wawa-at Norway Point. The hotel itself has page illus tration refiecting the summer glories of woodland and water, with brood of seven wild geese soaring skyward beyond the tower The concise description em- bodies the story of charming resort.
 A copy can be obtained free on applica- tion to G. w. Vaux, s17 Merchants Loan and Trust Bldg, Chicago, Ill.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
To Observe Memorial.

Decatur, May 2s.-(Special. )-Winona council No. of Decatur and New De- catur council No. 22 of New Decatur, Junior Order United American Mechanics, will observe memorial and decoration day at the City cemetery here on June G.. The memorial address will be delivered by the Rev. B. M. Glenn of Decatur presiding elder of the Decatur district of the Methodist church. These two coun. cils of the Junior Order have a total of more than 600.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Sentenced to Prison.

St. Petersburg, May 26.-Nicolai Selden has been sentenced to six months in the fortress on the charge of having pub lished Count Leo Tolstoi's Thou Shalt Not Kill'' and other political pamphlets. The magistrates refused to prosecute Count Tolstoi, who wrote a letter to the count declaring that Selden was a pas sive offender and inviting the prosecution of himself
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
THE QUICKEST.

Because the Seaboard is the Short and Smooth Way to At- lanta. Only AZ hours. Leaves zoo a. m. Through Sleeper and Dining Gar.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Aid For Mail Service.

Macon, Ga, May 26-Assistant Dis trict Attorney Alderman has been in structed by Attorney General Wicker sham to render what aid is necessary to the state department of Georgia in the interest of mall service between Macon and Augusta.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Fined For Cruelty.

E. I. Lake was taught lesson this morning in the mayors court Sunday afternoon Lake became enraged at one of the city mules and threw a rock at it, breaking the mules leg. Mayor Lewis fined him s1oo for cruelty to animals.
 John Hicks, the negro housebreaker, was bound over to the grand jury under $500 bond by the mayor this morning. Hicks was unable to make bond and was re- manded to jail. There were only two other minor cases to be disposed of
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
RahY Found In creek.

Deputy Sheriff Jones today received a message that the body of a baby white girl was in Village creek at Brighton. MT. Jones went immediately to the scene and found the dead body of a well-ma- tured white baby tied to the bridge at East Brighton. MT. Jones will put dogs on the trail of the person who deposited the body and will make every effort to discover who is responsible for the crime.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27

from the two points, and it is said by those who have gone over it that there Is an easy natural way; the route being on the divide and only one stream of any importance to be brldged and that is the Sipsey river.
 It Is understood that Manager Rus sell is having this survey made with the purpose of ascertaining the feasa- bility of extending the line. It Is re- garded by knowing ones as most inn portant connection, at 1t will develop 8 section rich In agriculture lands, in timber and in minerals. The connec- tions north and south are superb; and that the road will find heavy traffic to handle Is a forgone conclusion.
 Jasper will be greatly benefited by this line, and our people should do all in their power to encourage the move
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Holds Man on Perjury charoe.

Judge Jackson caused a sensation in the city court today when he placed S. A. Johnson under $2oO bond for per- jury. Johnson was witness in the case of the state against Bob Curren for violating the prohibition law. Johnson, 1t is claimed, testified to the grand jury that he bought whisky from Curren, and when on the witness stand today said that he was not certain whether it was Curren or not. Judge Jackson immedi- ately preferred charges of perjury.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Y. M. c. A. Membership Campaign

Decatur, May 26.-(Special.)-A canvas of the two Decaturs for new members for the Young Mems Christian associa- ton in New Decatur Is now in progress, having commenced yesterday. About 100 new members have already been secured. novel plan of the canvas is that every time 25 new members are secured the city fire whistle blows. This Y. M. c. A. has the largest membership of any in Alabama, but they desire to increase the present large membership. This is one of only two railroad Y. M. c. As in the state.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Sentenced For Life.

Starkville, Miss, May 26-Dick Ed wards was sentenced to Imprisonment for life today for the murder of Dr. Richard son some months ago. The case will be carried to the supreme court
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Albert Russell LII.

Albert Russell, general manager of the Manchester Lumber company and of the Alabama Central railroad, is quite sick at a hospital in Chicago, where on Saturday he underwent an operation for appendicitis. MT. Russell left Jasper about 10 days ago, accom- panied by his mother, for the west and was apparently in perfect health; and his friends will regret to learn of his misfortune. However, late information reaches here that his case is not serious one. The operation was entire ly successful and physicians expect him to be up In short while.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Have Moved.

Fine studio; every facility for outside work. HERMITAGE Of Course.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Held For Forgery.

Wesley Bennett, who for long time held responsible business positions in Wal ker and Winston counties and was once highly esteemed In this community, Is now a prisoner in the Walker county Jail, charged with forgery.
 MT. Bennett, who was for long time a clerk in the Jasper store of the Long & Richardson Mercantile Co.,, was made partner with c. D. and J. J. Long .n store at Falls City, these gentlemen reposing confidence in the man.
 In the course of time, after the Falls City business had gotten under good headway, MT. Bennett proposed to buy out the interest of the Messrs Long. The sale took place, Bennett giving his notes indorsed with his fathers name, in settlement with the Longs. When these notes became due MT. Bennett had left the state and his father claimed that his name was forged on the back of them.
 After a long search MT. Bennett was located at Wichitau Falls, Tex The Messrs Long had warrant of arrest served upon him and last week Officer C. c. Smith of this city went to Texas and yesterday reached Jasepr with the prisoner, landing him in the county jail where he will await trial for forgery before the courts
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-27
Make Biq Haul.

The deputy sheriffs who acted as guard. ians of the peace at the immense gath ering of singers at Providence on Sun day made an immense haul in conse- quence of which 13 young men are under bond to appear before court, two in the calaboose at Oakman and one in the county jail.
 These men attended the big singing at Providence and it is alleged did not deport themselves as should people at such a gathering on the Sabbath day. One of them is charged with stealing a horse and buggy, some with shooting craps and others for disturbing religious worship. The probability is that these fellows will be handled vigorously should they be found guilty of the crimes charged against them