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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
ANOTHER COUNTY
 IN KENTUCKY DRY

Ashland, Ky, April 5.-In an election characterized by the most intense in- terest, Boyd county today voted dry by a majority of 107. In the city of Ash land. which is the center of the iron in dustry and the commercial capital of the Big Sandy valley, the church bells were rung hourly and women stood at the polls and worked, while children paraded the streets singing and bands played.
 An extra detail of 95 special policemen was sworn in, but the election passed off quietly.
 This city has a population of 10000, while Catlettsburg, nearby, is nearly as large Boyd county has population of 40000.
 The victory of the "dry's" here today means now that 9s of the 11s counties of Kentucky are wholly dry under the coun- ty local option.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Panama Railroad Meeting.

New York, April 5.-Secretary of War Dickinson represented the government at the annual meeting here today of the Panama Railroad company, which the government controls. The directors were reelected and subsequently, held meet ing at which George w. Goetahls was chosen to succeed himself as president of the road. The award of contract recently made with w. c. Atworter & Go. for 100000 tons of coal to be shipped during the year to Panama from New port News was confirmed by the board. The average price at which coal Is to be furnished is $2.39 per ton.
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as artistic as any other accomplishment 1 and the old fashioned idea of dirty, rusty pans and kettles simply destroys the pleasure of being in the kitcheii-to me '
 q quite agree with you, Mrs. Half ner," I said vehemently. q think that more women would love the kitchen if it , was only an attractive place. And judg- ing from your ideas of it, I see slo req son why it should not be that way. And do you find that the newly-weds are the best patronizers of your lectures" I asked.
 "Oh, mercy mo-" said Mrs Haffner T have just as many elderly matrons as those who are novices at cooking In fact, the oldfashoned cooks are the ones who are most anxious to learn the new methods I find. And you would be sur prised to know how many brides-t be attend my lectures I suppose they real ize that one way to a mans heart is through his stomach"
 T noticed as I came in how intelligible your mode of explanation is and how easy it all seems"
 'I endeavor to have 1t so. My idea is to explain thoroughly to the unscien- tific mind as well as to the trained mind the salient points relative to the prep aration and service of palatable dishes" she said
 I reluctantly said 'good-by" to Mrs. Haffner for l thoroughly enjoyed hear ing her talk about the substantial things of life and the best methods of accom- plishing them. Women complain daily that the duties of everyday life are so varied and heavy that they are taxed beyond their physical strength. Every thing runs to elaboration and compexity but here is an opportunity to learn the easiest methods and the quickest and best ways to accomplish irksome duties.
 In accepting the invitation to attend Mrs. Haffner's lectures the women of Birmingham are indeed fortunate, and standing room will be at premium, no doubt, at these lectures if apprecia. j. tion is to be the criterion.
 Any woman attending one of the lec- lures will be drawn again as if by mag netism to the dainty blue and white model kitchen and the even more dai,stv
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tend the meeting of the state Baptist Young Peoples union. Among others in the party will be Miss Gertrude Wood, Miss Mary Blake, MT. Carl Platosky, MT. Thomas wingfield, MT. Hugh Grant and pr. George Macon.
 Miss Gamaliel Dixon is visiting friends in Ashland Tenn.
 
 Miss Alabama King will be one of the attractive figures in the equestrian parade. She will be mounted on MT. Carl Wittichen's beautiful horse.
 Miss Virginia Handley left last week for Milwaukee. where she will remain until autumn as the guest of friends. MT. Roscoe Locke's many friends will be glad to learn that he has recovered from his recent illness sufficiently to return home from the infrmary.
 MT. w. Woods White returned yester- day to her home in Atlanta, after a visit to Mrs. Maud Wynn and Mrs. Mary J. Lowe.
 Mrs. Ruekheim and Miss Lillie Buck helm will return Thursday to their home in Chicago, after a stay of two weeks with Mrs. Wynn and Mrs. Lowe.
 MT. and Mrs. Guy R. Johnson left yesterday for a weeks fishing trip to Sarasota, Fla.
 MT and Mrs. Preston Blake are at home in their new residence, at Han over Place.
 pr. and Mrs. j. c. Hidden are in Rich mond, Va.
 Dr. and Mrs. Edward Northington re- turned last night from Prattville.
 Mrs. H. K. White also returned last night after passing a week in Pratt vile with pr. and Mrs Northington. MT. and Mrs R. M. Bidgood are at home at S2S South Twentieth street in one of the Cullom apartments. MT. and Mrs. G. H. Bent of Eufaula are visiting their daughter, Mrs. Clark Williams.
 MT. and Mrs. Louie H. Bent of Crystal Springs, Miss, who are we'll known in the musical world, are visiting their sister, Mrs. Clark Williams.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Speeches of worknen Alarminq.

Paris, April 1.-The newspapers of Paris show genuine alarm this morning at the violent character of the speeches delivered at the workmens meeting held in this city yesterday under the auspices of the revolutionary larbor organizations to formulate plan of campaign against the government. They refer particularly to the agreement of @ large section of the state employees to make common cause with the trades unionists and the appointment of a secret committee em- powered to call strikes. Public opinion is rapidly becoming terrified. the papers declare, at the belief that a bloody in- surrection is imminent and the state ments of some of the speakers that a proletariat would neither fight nor work in the event of war Is regarded as particularlY alarming.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Veterans Elect Officers.

Tuscumbia, April a-(Special. )--At a meeting of Camp WA. Johnson, United Confederate Veterans. the following of- ficers were elected: J. N. Thompson. commander; H. W. Rutland, first lieu tenant; D. Rh odes, second lieutenant commander; E. c. Downs, adjutant; Elijah Melton. chaplain;, Shelby Grimes, treasurer. Maj. James R. Grove, Rib- ert Cloud and James Clement were elected delegates to the Memphis re- union.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
COURT CONFINES.
Supernumerary Judge Aston Is Pre-
 siding at Tuscumbia.

Tuscumbia, April Special )-The spring term of the Colbert county cir cult court convened here this moTing with Supernumerary Judge A. H. As ton presiding. It was thought that Judge Almon, who was called to Texas at the beginning of the Lauderdale county term. would return in time, but his wife is still unable for him to leave her.
 Despite strenuous efforts of the build CTS the new courthouse is not ready for occupancy, and court is again be- ing held in the opera house. The docket for this term, both civil and criminal, ie ip
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Women Unite to Buy Homes

Boston, April 5.-Prominent bushes and professional women in Boston have or ganized the Women's Homestead associa- tion with a view of solving the problem of occupation for the 100000 spinsters and widows in the state of Massachusetts The association proposes to enlist the aid of the state in purchasing tracts of land near the larger cities on which the women may engage in agricultural en- terprises It is pointed out that women could raise with profit flowers, strawber- ries, vegetables, squabs, pigs, chickens and bees if the state would only provide cheap and comfortable homes on the property. Several philanthropists are will ing to buy the land and give the state a mortgage on it under the foregoing con- ditions
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Attack on Blind Tiaers.

Mayfield, Ky, April 5.-A posse of 100 citizens, headed by county officers and all the ministers of the city, marched on an alleged blind tiger in the east edge of the town this evening. After break ing down the doors, they confscated 12 gallons of whisky and after a prayer by one of the ministers in the party, marched through the streets and visited a second place. The crusade follows the killing of Jesse Cooley, a promi- entn clay mine owner, Saturday night. and the suicide of promincnt man while drunk
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
WORK ON DEPOT.
Commissioners Consider Building of
 New Jail.

< Gadsden, April 5.-(Special 1.-Two steam shovels and a force of 30 men are on the ground making the dirt fly on the new depot site. It is estimated that at least three weeks will be re- quired to grade the ground ready for the foundation. An engine will be de- tailed to operate a construction train in connection with the work.
 The county commissioners met today The session will be short. One of the principal things to be considered is the matter of a new jail. - The last grand jury made such a strong plea for new prison that the matter cannot well be longer ignored.
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ing of the ministers by which it is rem resented. Among the ministers of noto who will attend are Rev. S. D. Logan, D. D., of New Decatur; Rev. E. D. Me- Daugall D. D.. of Florence; Rev. w. w. Thompson of Princeton, Rev. E. L. Wear, Rev. w. B. With erspoon, Rev. G. N. Spear of Huntsville, Rev. J. Lee Matthews of Guntersville, Rev. J. A. Foster of New Decat tur and Rev. A. H. Mitchell of New Market
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
NEWS IF TIE DAY IN SOCIETY WORLD Attendants for IngaIIS-Gregg
 Wedding NOTES HERE AND THERE Before and After Reautifyins City Lot. Mrs. Lewis to Entertain-other Social Events-PersonaIs of
 Well Known People.
By MYRTLE MILES.

(Telephones: Bell, 116o; Peoples, 299.)
 The attendants to be with Miss Ellen Ely Gregg and MT. Robert Ingersoll In gals at the altar have been chosen. Their marriage will be so1emnized Wednesday evening, April 14. at the home of the brides parents MT. and Mrs. Mar shall Jerome Gregg. Miss Luetta Gregg will be her sisters maid of honor and Mir. 1ngalls will be accompanied by MT. Mclaughlin of Ohio as best man. Miss Gregg has asked Miss Edith McCrery. Miss Lucille Gaston, Miss Eleanor Mat thews and Miss Edith Bowron to be rib- bon bearers. They will be followed by her young sister, Miss Cora Gregg, and Miss Ban Tomlinson, who will also carry rlb- bons. The ceremony will be performed by Dr. John W. Stagg. The bride will be given in marriage by her father, MT. M. J. Grgeg.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Mccord to Deliver Address.

Eufaula, April 5.-(Special.) )-Leon Me Cord of Montgomery has accepted an in- vtation to deliver the address to the graduating class of the Sanford Street High school here on May 2e. The exer- cises will form a part of the programme of the chautauqua which will be held here during that week and is being con- templated with great interest.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Presbytery to Meet.

Sheffield, April 5.-(Special)-Th annual meeting of the Huntsville pres bytery will be held April 6, 2 and s. in this city, the meeting to be held in the Presb yterian church. This Is the strongest presbytery in the state in point of numbers, and the high stand
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Eliot Denies Reports.

Cambridge, Mass, April 5.-"All newspaper reports purporting to em- anate from me that have either ac- ccpted or declined the post of ambas- sador to Great Britain are absolutely unauthorized" said President Charles W. Eliot, in an interview today. It was reported here today that President Eliot had not yet formally declined the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
FATAL BALLOON TRIP.
Two Men Rescued, RG. Woman Is
 Drowned.

Coutances, April 5-A balloon that start ed its aerial flight at St. Cloud came down in the breakers quarter mile off the coast here today. The passengers were two men and a woman As soon as their predicament was perceived boats put out to the rescue. The basket of the balloon had been cut and the aeronauts were drifting helplessly. The two men were rescued but the woman was drowned The aeronauts tried to land on the beach, but were blown out to sea.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06

onstrate besides tie old ones?"
 "oh yes," was the reply T have all the modern and up-to-date recipes, and these along with the more substantial things I will fully explain''--
 "It seems to me that I have heard that books. Is that true?"
 ''Yes, I have, and besides have done a large amount of correspondence for various newspapers on the subject of domestic science. I wrote series of letters for one of the leading Detroit newspapers under the caption, Letters To Bride" These included instructions for the furnishings and equipment for the model kitchen, thorough course in breadmaking, pastry, cake baking, salad and salad dressings and in fact every thing that the young housekeeper should know"
 T suppose each day you will take up a different subject?'
 "Oh, yes. My programme will be var fed and each lesson a complete one in itself, not being dependent on what went before for thorough understanding"
 T see that the symphony of blue and white extends to your environment, to the smallest detail"
 I'm a great stickler for that" said Mrs. Haffner smiling, You see my maid is dressed in blue and white and I can't refrain from the little blue ribbon bow in my hair. These things are important to me. l think that cooking should be made
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Powder Trust Suit.

Wilmington, Del, April 5.-The talk ing of testimony on behalf of the defense in the governments suit against the so- called powder trust was to have started in the United States court this after noon, but at the request of counsel for the D. l. DuPont DeNemours Powder company the hearing was postponed un- til May IF.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
7he Aesthehc And ArHstIc
 Side Of DomeShc Sclencl
Model Kitchen Smiths Clever Enterprise
 Bertha Haffner from Detroit Cooking School
By DOLLY DALRYMPLE.

Birminghmam's epicurean tastes must have extended far and wide, judging from the influx of talent that comes here Tor the purpose of advancing ideas in the art of domestic science. The most recent re- oruit in this line, thanks to the ingenuity of that popular and enterprsing firm, Steele Smith, is Mrs. Bertha Haffner, from the Detroit Cooking school, who comes for series of lectures, which will take up, besides the practical part of cooking, the aesthetic and artistic side of it, which will be of immense interest to large majority of the women of Bir- mingham.
 On the third floor of Steele Smiths at- tractive store, a section has been parti. toned off for Mrs. Haffners cooking les Ions, and the model kitchen has been constructed. It Is a symphony in blue and white, with complete assortment Of labor and time-saving tin and granite ware utensils, kitchen cupboard with every possible convenience. a gas range glistening with polish, and Mrs. Haffner, as the presiding genius, and to this at tractive scene you are cordially invited.
 When I dropped in at the model Kitchen yesterday afternon, there was @ merry chatter and contagious sort of enthusi- asn, which immediately held my atten- tion. I proceeded to engage Mrs. Haffuer in conversation, and found her most charming woman, as well as a most &C., complished one in her chosen art.
 And so you are to teach the aesthetic
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Governor Pcynter Is Dead.

Lincoln, April 5.-W. A. Poynter, ex- governor of Nebraska, while making a. speech in the office of Governor Shallen- berger, at the hearing of the daylight saloon bill today, was stricken by apo plexy and died within few minutes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Mrs. Lewis to Entertain.

Mrs. Mark B. Lewis issuel invitations yesterday to reception to be given on the afternoon of Thursday. April 15, from to O clock, 254l Highland avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Officer KiIIei By Neuro

Nashville, April 5-An Erwin, Tenn, dispatch says that Town Marshal Daniel galloway of that place is dying as the result of pistol duel Saturday night with a negro, for whom he had a war rant. The negro escaped but is reported to have been captured.
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cook Mrs. Haffner, and you may count yourself unfortunate, indeed, if you do not respond to the very cordial invita- tion to learn the esthetic and artistic side of domestic science.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Amnestv to Re Grantec

Madrid, April 5.-The cabinet has de- cided to introduce in the cortes a bill granting general amnesty to political of lenders.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06

Proud parents who wish their babies pictures to be the pret- tiest in likeness and style should have them photo graphed by
 H. T. MORTON Bell Phone 1o71 18th St. & 2d Ave.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06

me MlSlOndTy SOclely oI me South Highland Presbyterian church will meet this afternon at the residence of Mrs. Charles H. Molton ST South Nineteenth street, at o'clock.
 The Woman's Christian Temperance union will meet this afternon at O clock at the First Methodist church.
 The advisory board of the Girls Home meet tomorrow afternoon at o'clock at the Girls Home.
 The board of managers of the Girls Home will meet tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock at the home.
 Miss Grace Hardie will entertain few friends Thursday in honor of Miss Ellen Ely Gregg.
 Miss Edith Bowron will be the hostess at luncheon Monday in compliment to Miss Gregg.
 Miss Johanna Kee and Miss Jane W. Barry will hold the April meeting of the Graduate Nurses association of Birming- ham on Wednesday, April ', at o'clock, at the home of Miss Barry, 2O18 Quinlan avenue south.
 Mrs. Felix Blackburn will bs the hos tess at a luncheon tomorrow in compli- ment to Miss Lalla Rookh Harnis, whose marriage to MT. William Thomas Hill will be an event of April IA.
 The City Beautiful,
 Sometimes before and after" photo graphs prove that unsightly places may be beautified without a cent of expense Once there was vacant corner lot that was appalling to everyone in the neigh borhood. A lot of rock had been left there and the place looked like a deserted stone quarry. One year were scattered some seeds of balsam apple (known locally as wild cucumber) among the rocks. The next summer one could scarcely believe it to be the same place. The soil Is wet and the vines flour ished like the proverbial green bay tree" The rocks were completely cov- cred with the snowy spikes of bloom and it was the prettiest sight on the street. Passersby stopped to admire and  place. The amusing side of the story lies in the fact that fe wpeople seem to know what the vine is. One woman said she guessed, 1t was clumbine." That capped the climax.
 Sifted Ashes for Garden.
 Ashes from either hard or sort coal when slfted free from clinkers are ex cellent to use in the garden, especially It has tendencyp to keep the soil from packing; in fact, 1t keeps it in good condition and makes cultivation easy. We find that the best spot in the veg etable garden is where We have turned the ashes under
 Personal Notes. Mrs. Cornelius Ware of Michigan is the guest today of MT. and Mrs. Arthur Moody, while en route to Oxford, Miss. She will return in May for a more ex- tended visit to Mrs. Moody.
 MT. and Mrs. J. l.. Sharpe are at home with Mr. and Mrs. Charles I. Smith. Mrs. Charles Thompson of Decatur is spending several days with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Patton.
 Mr. and Mrs. B. B. Burton are at home with Mrs. Charles Mcdonald.
 
 Miss Annie Lou Wood will leave today for a short visit to Anniston. She will 1be member of the party xofnR to at
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
Pictures Worth \ Paying For

You will find Morton's worth fully his price.
 Your picture is to be criticised by more friends and relatives and kept longer-for generations, probably than fine clothes and hats, which last for only season; so, why not spend less for clothing, theatres, or eating, and unhesitatingly get the best pie lures?
 Morton is now making many nice pictures, artistic and becoming both in pose and finish, in sepia platinum as we'll as his speciality, the dainty whte gfound sheet platinums in covers.
 Best class patronage solicited.
 For information or engagements call at studio or Bell phone 1070.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06
oroaniaztion Meetinos.

The Missionary society of the South Highland Presbyterian church will meet this afternon at the residence of Mrs. Charles H. Motion, ST South Nineteenth street. at o'clock
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-04-06

MT. and Mrs. Louie H. Bent of Crystal Springs, Miss, who are we'll known in the musical world, are visiting their sister, Mrs. Clark Williams
Evening star., 1909-09-04
Deaths Reported.

The following deaths were reported to
the health office during the past twenty.
four hours:
John E. Minetree, thirty-nine years
Emergency Hospital.
Appleton P. Clark, eighty-three years
119 9Th street northeast.
Odie Hayden. seventeen years, 301 N
street southwest.
Frederick p. Owens, "a years, 904 B
street southwest.
Mary F. Howard. seventy-seven years,
1907 Belmont road.
st. George r. Raby, sixty-eight years,
1891 Mount Pleasant street
James Mahoney, forty-six years,
Providence Hospital.
Harry c. Bontz. fortyfour years, 1910
9th street northwest.
Maud Brooks, years, 241S p street
northwest.
Cordelia w. Wanzer. nineteen years,
720 1st street southwest.
Mintie Spencer, sixty-five years, 1121
18th street northwest.
Charles Coates, twenty -seven years,
227 Bassett court northeast.
Mary E. Perry, sixty-nine years, 124
Carroll street southeast.
Edward Smith, forty-two years. 1I3
9Th street northwest
John r. Warner, thirty-six years,
1913 9Th street northwest.
Filbert Hammond, thirty-five years,
Casualty Hospital.
Mary w. Balling, twenty-nine years,
1910 Linden street northeast.
George Washington. fifty years, 1929
Turner street northeast
Ernest Washington. five months, HOO
Half street court
Evening star., 1909-09-04
Births Reported.

The following births were reported to
the health Office during the past twenty
four hours:
Clarence E. and Grace E. Pendleton,
September 3, boy.
Periginn and Virginia Browning, Sep
tember l, boy.
George W. and Margaret F. Alberto,
August 81, boy.
Benjamin T. and F1orine r. McBurney,
September 1, girl.
Charles T. and Mary v. Norris. Sep
tember l, girl
vincenzo and Erminia Santullo, August
2s, girl
Christian and Fredericka D. Meininger,
August 80. girl.
William l.. and India NJ. Ashdown, Au-
gust 80, boy.
Jacob C. and Mary E. Lesher, August
%. girl.
Lem and Lizzie E. Milstead, September
Thomas NJ. and Olga Foley, September
-, boy.
Isador and Rosa Rosenburg. August 81.
boy.
80, girl.
boy.
John ]. and Kathleen C. Crowley. Au-
gust 2S, boy.
Edgar NJ. and Mary S. Menefee, August
49, girl.
John H. and Katie r. Jaeschke. August
90, girl.
Robert and Margaret Reed, August 13,
boy.
James F. and Gertrude Williams, Sep
tember /, boy and girl twins.
James NJ. and Hattie Z. Smart, Sep
tember 2. boy.
John and Mary Williams, September ?,
girl.
Horatio and Mary e. Whitted, August
25. boy.
George and Mary Dorcas, September 2.
boy.
Percy and Mary Washington, September
., boy.
William B. and Blanche L. Warwick,
August 81, girl.
William E. and Rachel Stewart, August
so. boy.
Swagers c.. and Minta ]. Holton, August
%. girl.