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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-09
The Bishop.

From the Wasp. Captain Foretop tells a story of a certain noted divine who was on his steamer when a great gale overlook them off the Oregon coast.
 Tt looks pretty bad" said the bish- op to the captain.
 Couldn't be much worse, bishop" replied Fortop.
 Half an hour later the steamer was diving under the waves as if she were submarine and leaking like an old door Looks worse, I think, captain" said the bishop.
 We must trust in Providence now bishop" answered Foretop. "Oh, I hope 1t has not come to that" gasped the bishop.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-09
Facts About the Horse.
om the Chicago News.

From the Chicago News.
 When the author of Gill Bias remarked some time ago that facts are stubborn things" he delivered himself of a bit of wisdom which Is just as true today as 1t was then, if not more so. Facts have a malicious habit of upsetting the theo- ries of the wisest and best informed. For instance, some of the overzealous followers of Malthus feared that man. kind soon would be stacked up six deep all over the wide world, and starving to death at that. This might have come about, perhaps, had not people and things interfered somewhat.
 Take also the case of the man who affirmed in 1897 that the horse must go nay, that he was even then far on his way. The man based his prophecy on the fact that the average price for the anil nal in that year had dropped to s37 in the United States, although it had been as high $61 in 1893. Although by 1900 the average price of the horse had risen to $44, the automobile then was seen com ing down the boulevard at full speed and the trolley car was gaining by leaps and bounds. So the prophet insisted that he was right. The horse was doomed.
 However, he seems to have been mis- taken. According to the last annual report of the Department of Agriculture there were 19, 600 horses in the United States in 19GS They were worth $1, ,967 ,00O, GOO In 1900 the horses numbered only 13,537, ,00d and their aggregate value was $G03, 100000. Against the average value of $44 for each horse in 1900 the average value in 1908 was $93.
 The horse seems to be very much with us yet. but even the hardest prophet scarcely ventures to say that Dobbin and Dolly soon will be driving the automobile from the turnpike.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-09
A Diplomat.

| From the Baltimore American. She (hercely)-Would you venture to call l my new hat a peach basket?
 He (gaIlantly)-I wouldn't hesitate to 1 call its wearer the peach.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-09
IN SHADOW OF
 THE BLACK HAND Criminal Organizations Operate
 Both Sides Ocean PROBLEM FOR THE POLICE Secrecy and Cohesive Power of Plum der Recruits Members and Directs Weapons-How They Work
 Abroad.

From the Omaha Bee.
 The assassination of Lieutenant Petro- sino of the New York police in Palermo. Sicily, a month ago, and the murder of a Chicago grocer who would not sub init to baekmail are the latest additions to the bloody record of Italian criminal organizations operating on both sides of the ocean. Their organizations are grouped in the country and commonly known as the Black Hand a name de- rived from the "black hand" symbol ac- companying the extortion letters sent by members to their victims. The trial of crime corresponds with the distribution of Mediterranean immigrants, but is most conspicuous in the large cities and in the coal mining regions of Pennsylvania. The problem of extermnating these organized criminals is the most serious one con fronting the police of this country. The secrecy which organization gives, the protection organization affords, the ra- cial instinct strengthened by fear, are difficulties which for the moment seem almost insurmountable to the authorities.
 A correspondent of the New York Times writing from Naples shortly after the assassination of Petrosino throws needed light on the methods of the organiza- tions, where and how they operate He says, In part:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-09

chain leads back three years or more, and most of the men concerned in the original assassination are safely behind bars.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-09

Our goods are pure, our ideas practical. When in need of paint and household finishes call on Greater Birmingham Paint Supply Co.,, 2022 Second Ave. Bell phone 1722; Peoples 2040.
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 The time to Atlanta. Only AZ hours via Seaboard. Quick est time ever made.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-09

Years may come and go, but Sherwin Williams pure paint stays with you always. Visit the Greater Birmingham Paint Supply Co.,, 2022 Second Ave. Bell phone 1722; Peoples 2040.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-05-09
Stirred by a Crime.

The murder of Petrosino at Palermo has America, and undoubtedly the brave fel- lows martyrdom will bring about radi- cal changes that years of argument would have been powerless to effect. The na- tional pride has been touched to the quick. Some such tragedy, some such open shame was needed to arouse public indignation, for in this country the crim- inal secret societies are of such ancient date and are so thoroughly a part of the social order in such cities as Naples and Palermo that the average citizen has come to think very little about them Now they have become in this dramatic way an international question, and 1t is certain that changes will promptly be made not only in the emigration laws but also in regard to the somewhat too lenient treat ment of criminals.
 On the other hand. the average Amer ican, ignorant of the causes that gave power to these strange organizations and of the conditions that serve to keep them influential, has had it's eyes opened. Only a few years ago there was a dispo- sition to treat as exaggerated and more or less fabulous the tales of the far-reaching and well. though loosely organized so- cieties that hold southern Italy and Sicily in their grip, St was a capital mis- take to despise ones enemy The Black Hand, whether 1t be a branch of the Mafia and Camorra or not Is certainly made up of ex-nembers of these redoubt- able societies and did not from the first lack either intelligence or experience.
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-27
REMOVAL SALE

Box overcoats, regular $40 values; 4-day
SdlC 'pT'TS
$4,000 rubber goods run1mage sale-any price
cases of mems hats. No price set-anything
they bring. Sale ends Saturday night
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-27
REMOVAL SALE

500 dozen Csc wool hose, special ........ lie
Mems pants working kind and dress pants,
which have retailed before this sale at 81 to
$40, four-day sale as cheap as 55c
Big Removal Sale.
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-27

Working people, take notice.
Overcoats-Pick out any overcoat
house which sold at $12. Re- q,
moval price .............p ~
Los Angeles herald. [microfilm reel] (Los Angeles [Calif.]) 1900-1911, 1909-04-27
dies Merchandise of Every Description These Goods

REMOVAL SALE
Mems wool sweaters, special price 45c; values
in the lot as high as S.
IA cases mems khaka coats and pants regular
$3.50 values; special csc.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1909-10-19
ORGANIC ACT AMENDMENTS.

the delegate
the executive com
of the and other advisers WISH IN
regard proposed Organic Act is given in full in
this
suggested closely lines of the bill
the last session of the lega-
important important Of which
provide appointment the advisory land
legislature This the administration OF the land laws IN
the hands of the representatives of the people
advisory under the proposed amendments
majority the members the executive
the public lands corporation either
Of the citizens have long
namely disposition the public land
Of lands by land gabbers and
Spectators
suggestions satisfy hope something
all reasonable their
desire land for homestead
special legislature probable
support
dberaton viii find sections the proposed
desirable, with the whole and
o. objection made.
land of Hawaii
which,
the
With the
of The the bin cr
legislature be called for
against the bill within few
When that time they have famard themselves with the
bill applied sections existing conditions position
integenty sober regard
nothing proposed
nothing
Democratic legislature
amending
of legitimate hometeades of Hawaii
other
sections bill opinion, of
hearty approval
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1909-10-19
THE BRIGHT SIDE

of life. 1t is a feeling common
to the majority of US that we
do not get quite the amount of
happiness we are entitled to.
Among the countless things
which tend to make us more OF
less miserable i'll health takes
the first place. No doubt a
crippled liver with the result
ing impure blood, is the cause of
more mental gloom than any
other single thing. And who
can reckon up the fearful aggre-
gate of pain, loss and fear a.
rising from the many diseases
which are familiar to mankind;
like vast cloud it hangs over
a multitude no one can number.
You can see these people every
where. For them life can scarce
ly be said to have any "bright
side" at all. Hence the eager
ness with which they search for
relief and cure. Remedies like
WAMPOLE'S PREPARATION
have not attained their high po-
sitIon in the confidence of the
people by bald assertions and
Boosting advertisements. They
are obliged to win it by doing
actually what is claimed for them.
That this remedy deserves its
reputation is conceded. It is
palatable as honey and contains
all the curative properties &C
pure Cod Liver Oil, combined
with the Compound Syrup Of
Hypophosphites ana the Extracts
OF Malt and Wild Cherry. No
thing has such a record of sue
cess in Scrofula, Influenza,
Throat and Lung Troubles, and
emaclating complaints and dis
orders that tend to undermine
the four cations of strength and
Vigour. It's use helps to show
hfe's brighter side. Professor
Reddy, of Canada, says: 81 have
much pleasure in stating that /
Fave used it in cases of debility
and found it to he verv yalu-
able remedy as well as pleasing
to take" You cannot be disap
aointed IN it. Sold os che.nista
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1909-10-19
HONOLULU A BLocKADED PORT

going steamship pbema Territory
paper predicting
situation which
Yetense they making forced
handle the freight in a period of pressure.
What going do about ita
question thing of
facilities inadequate
acknowledge this Territory losing
only in sight provided by of
which be after this
w1helmna
could not handle the overflow of business offering
There is talk of another MatsOn liner being built That liner not help
yet beyond
talk stage, however much in earnest that talk may be-
while the she sailed from Francisco there
passage foreign flag
wise laws forbade those people coming
On Saturday the Aoran brought Honolulu
passengers port they
patriotism fbids Americans sailing
Thus, conditions Honolulu
and other ports Francisco
passage subsidy of proper
pursue subsidy today
rally help year come help would probably not arrive within
years despite
the fact that there three boats of the sps line
No subsidy would make profitable
1t extremely doubtful if subsidy measure could be passed in congress at
coming not point that way
despite open a
The big Republican opposition ship subsidies
West the section OF the country where the have fight their
battles campaign
jsr canvass and nrlougad n7eninarv tl - ia 4i1 t
ship pressed
pass of opposition
O Mountain
probable through this
that the house will let alone till the following
of political
possible
impossible
What possible objection patriot
suspension of the
steamship have
END as can be of
companie7
What is Kuhio to before
b called
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1909-10-19
JAPANESE BANK HAD
TOO LIMITED ASSETS
(By Associated Press.)

SAN FRANCISCO, October 1s.-The
Japanese-Ameriean bank of this city
with branches in Los Angeles and
Ogden was closed today by the state
superintendent of banking.
This bank, which deals almost ex
clusively with the japanese, had a
capital of 100000 and has apparent
ly been doing a thriving business, The
bank examiner found the assets to be
only about fifteen per cent. of the
liabilities.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1909-10-19
PRESIDENT TAKING A
REST ON A RANCH
(By Associated Press

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, October IS
President Taft occupied part of his
stay here today with laying the corner
stone of the chapel of Fort Sam Hous-
ton. After taking part in this cere-
money, the President left this afternoon
for his brother s ranch. where he viii
spend four days enjoying a complete
rest before taking up the final section
of his trip about the country.
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1909-10-19

At the risk Of hurting the town compelled again
fact that
the this +h g
had drunk himself with
quickly locating
fixing upon someon ehe responsibility o his death ~ ~
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1909-10-19

The 1a Oh he authorities to have lights
sponsibe for another automobile accident injury
The
placed along the front because they interfere
ten cents worth Oh " 0end each light would relieve
cidents
The Pacific commercial advertiser. [volume] (Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands) 1885-1921, 1909-10-19

Manager Francisco rer5 t ~
in to be
II would be he would udiae course he is i
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
Associated Press.

Washington, February PAS usual
the birthday of George Washington
was observed as holiday in the CAPT
tai of the nation. and numerous pa.
triotic observances marked the day.
The absence Of the President and
many other high governmental, naval
ad army officials, who are at Hamp-
ton Roads to welcome the fleet, de-
tracted somewhat from the interest
in the Washington observance.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
Associated Press.

Tampa, Fla, February 22.-One of
the most elaborate balls ever given
at the palatial Tampa Bay hotel will
be the George Washington ball this
evening in the Louis XIV ballroom of
the hotel. Costumes will be of the
colonial period for both men and ladies
the ballroom has been decorated in
the national colors. and a large and
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

Philadelphia, February 22.-While
the people of the nation are today
celebrating the 177th birthday of
George Washington, it appears from
his diaries and other manuscript that
the great statesman and general paid
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
old COLONIAL BALL
AT TAMPA BAY TODAY

almost priceless tapestry of Wash
ington covers an immense panel at the
western end of the salon. Among the
guests will be Governor Albert w.
Gilchrist and his mother, who is the
first lady of Florida by virtue of the
governors bachelor condition, and 9TH
ther distinguished guests from many
states who are at the Tampa Bay for
the winter season.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
Honor Nation 5 Father;
Many Cities Observing
Birthday of Washington

little or no attention to his birth an
| niversary.
While living in this city soon after
his election as President, he made this
entry in his diary on Monday, Febru.
ary %, 1890:
"Set seriously about removing my
furniture to my new house. Two OF
the gentlemen Of the family had their
beds taken there, and would sleep
there tonight"
From the beginning one is left to
infer that he was not in the habit of
celebrating his birthday with undue
hilarity or display. The humor of the
situation becomes all the more appar-
ent when one learns from his diary
that this "was about the fourth time
he had set seriously about removing
to his new quarters
He appears to have been equally in
different during the Revolutionary
war as to the day which all modern
Americans celebrate. Doubtless the
struggle for liberty when the anniver-
sary of his birth proved a day of
trouble and anxiety and vexation.
Just before the bombarbment of
Boston and the evacuation of the port
by the British, he wrote letter to
his friend, James Reed, which would
seem to indicate that February 90,
1776, found him in a humor anything
but joyous and pleasant The council
referred to in the letter was held on
that date.
During the latter days of his ad-
ministration his life was embittered
and rendered miserable by the machi-
nations of those who were genuine, If
not avowed, Tories. One of the gloom.
lest letters in the entire length and
breadth of his yoluminous correspon-
dence he wrote on the occasion of his
sixty-ifth birthday to Henry Knox.
In the course of his letter. Washing.
ton said:
ITO the wearied traveller who sees
a resting place and is bending his
body to lean thereon, 1 now compare
myself; but to be suffered to do this
in peace is too much to be endured by
some. To misrepresent my motives,
to reprobate my politics, and to weak.
en- the confidence which has been re-
posed in my administration are OBJ
jects which cannot be relinquished by
those who will be satisfied with moth
ing short of a change In our political
system. The consolation, however
which results from conscious rectitude
and the approving voice of my country
unequivocally expressed by its repre-
sentatives, deprive their sting of it's
poison, and place in the same point
of view both the weaknesses and the
malignity of their efforts"
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

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The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

FOR SALE--I have several parties
desiring to purchase small tracts of
timber from 100 acres to 1000 acres.
II you want to sell send me plats
and full particulars. M. ]. EPLEY,
Real Estate and Insurance.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
Farm WEEK
in ITHICA
Associated Press.

Ithaca, N. Y, February 22.-Over a
thousand New York farmers are here
today for weeks course of instruc-
tion at the Cornell Agricultural Col
lege. There will be numerous lee
lures and demonstrations, a corn
show, poultry institute and other
exhibitions.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

Boston, February 22.-Flags are
floating all over Boston today in mem
ory of Washington, and the Hub is
sustaining its reputation as the most
patriotic city of the land. The Society
of Colonial Wars will meet this af-
ternoon, and Governor Draper will
give a reception to the members at
the State House.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

London, February 22.-The Stars
and Stripes are floating proudly from
the American embassy today in honor
of the general who licked the Brit
ish" In a war of independence. AS u.s.
ual, big banquet will be held this
evening, at which patriotic Americans
now in London will make the eagle
scream.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

New York, February 22.--Wall street
was deserted and business generally
suspended in lower New York today,
while the metropolis celebrated the
birthday of the nations founder. There
were the customary patriotic exer-
cises, but little popular interest was
manifested.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
BOSTON DOG SHOW
HOWL|NG SUCCESS
Associated Press.

Boston, February 22.-under the aus
pices of the New England Kennel
Club, the twenty-fifth annual Boston
dog show was opened today in Me-
chanic's building. Cash prizes ag-
gregating $4,000 and 400 medals will
be awarded in 450 different classes.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

New York, Februar 22.-Over 1000
newsboys will imbibe patriotism
through their stomachs at the Wash
ington's birthday dinner at the News
boys Home today. The custom of
giving great spread to the "newsies"
an Washington's natal day was estab-
lished years ago by the late Randolph
Guggenheimer.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

FOR SALE OR EXCHANGE-G 60
acre farm two and one-half miles from
city; Groom house, 40 acres in cul-
tivation. 200 fruit trees, good water;
rented this year. VIII sell at bar
gain or will exchange for property
of equal value in city. See M. j.
Hpley, Phone 666. tt
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

Paris, February 22.-Enthusiastic
patriotism marked the celebration of
Washington's birthday by the Ameri-
cans in Paris. A reception at the en-
bassy today and a dinner at the Amer
lean Club tonight are the features of
the program.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
To Pay Gas Rebates
to New York Patrons;;
Enormous Sum InuoLued

sumers who paid dollar for their
gas after the passage of the S0-cent
gas law, will begin tomorrow. About
two months will probably be required
to complete the great task.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
LOST.
BUSINESS BUILDERS
CONCRETE BLOCKS FOR SALE.

We have on hand 10000 Concrete
Wall Foundation and Fence Blocks,
which we will sell at sacrifice.
Southern Cement Building Material
Company, 124, New Orleans street.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
HUGHES MAKES
Speech TODAY
Associated Press.

Washington, February Ex-Governor
Hughes of New York is in Washingt-
ton today to address the midwinter
convocation of George Washington
University. His speech will deal with
political sciences.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
Associated Press.

New York, February 22.-Under the
order of the United States Supreme
Court, distribution of gas rebates
among the 100000 New York con-
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

FOR SALE-Lots / and in block
2 of Hassell and Stones survey.
F. j. H. care News office. 2-12-6t
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

ClJTOvER LANDS-Close to Hatties-
burg and adapted to fruit and vege-
table growing. If you want to buy.
Address A42, care Hattiesburg
News. "a tt
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

FOR RENT-Three or four furnished
rooms in private family for light
housekeeping. All conveniences.
No children. Call 2O2 Home phone.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

FOR SALE-2 good young horses, 4
good second hand wagons, COW
and calf. 519 Southern ave. 2-13-6
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

II you have 10. 15 or 20 acre farm
for sale cheap. Address A-41, care
Daily News. 10 z tt
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
WANT COLUMN
Get What You Want You'll Findit Here

ONE good 1s-acre farm in cultivation
three miles frsm Hattiesburg with
good 5-room house for sale cheap.
See M. J. Spicy. If
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

ANY girl in need Of friendship. help,
advice, etc.. would find ready and
willing assistance by applying to the
matrons Of the Salvation Army Res
cue Home, 3Srd st. and Avenue e,
Birmingham, Ala. 10 10 tt
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

FOR SALE-Fine Mule colt, 10 months
old. Can be seen at Mrs. ]. L. Kear-
ney's, phone Cumberland ST. 2-20-6
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

WANTED--A few good roomers or
boarders, nice place, 1O9 Short Bay
street 1923 Cumb phone, Mrs. o. J.
Bowen. 2-19-3t
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
ron SALE.

FOR SALE-At a bargain, two z2o
volt 15 and 1-2 horse power mot
ors. Williams Electric Company,
Front street. 2-15-tf
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
iowa UNIVERSITY
HAS CONVOCATION
Associated Press.

Iowa City, Ia, February 22.-Many
prominent Iowans are here today for
the annual midwinter convocation of
the University of Iowa. Degrees were
grfanted to students who have com
pleted their courses.
The man who keeps biz promises
viii DO to tie tp.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
MIscELLANE EoUs.

WANTED-Roomers and table board
ers. Good room, well located. Mrs.
e. M. Rogers, 215 Jackson street. 1
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22

Sure results from the Daily News
want ads.
The Hattiesburg news., 1909-02-22
DRY FARMERS
in CONVENTION
Associated Press.

Cheyenne, Wyo., February 22.-Dele.
gates from all over the West and from
Canada are arriving in Cheyenne to,
day for this weeks great conference
Of the Dry Farming Congress. The
initial session win be held tomorrow.