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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
ONE MAN IS KILLED AND
 SIX INJURED IN WRECK

Baton Rouge, La February 14.-One man was killed and six injured, at least one of them fatally, when a south bound freight train on the Louisville Railway and Navigation company's line was wrecked at Montecine bridge, four miles north of Baton Rouge, at 9:30 o'clock this morning. The dead man is Bud Robertson, negro brakeman of Baton Rouge, who was riding on the engine tender. H. H. Brice, conductor of Alexandria, La. sustained internal injuries which may prove fatal. The seriously injured are:
 s. N. Anchbaker, engineer of New Or- leans; Jesse James, fireman, of Baton Rouge; Ed Donague, section foreman, of Alexandria, La.; Tom Hamilton, brak eman, of Burtville, La.; Sam Go- ings, steam shovel operator, of Baton Rouge.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
NIAGARA FALLS BLOCKED BY
 ICE ON THE AMERICAN SIDE

Niagara Falls. N. Y, February 14.- Only thin rivulet, not deep nor swift enough to carry pulp log over the brink. is flowing over the American side of Niagara Falls. A strong northeast wind, which has blown since Friday, has held back the water and allowed the ice to gain foothold.
 A great wall of ice runs from the head of Goat island to the American main land. through which only thin streams are able to trickle. This wall has even encroached on the Canadian channel, ex- tending out some 200 feet beyond the third Sister island, and greatly dmin- ishing the flow over the Horseshoe. Only the very apex of the Canadian fall is left, and that Is robbed of half its flow. The gorge below is choked.
 This is only the third time that this combination of wind and ice has thus af- fected the falls since the white man came here. The other occasions were March 29, 1S4S and March P, 1903.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Heavy Damage By Storm.

Stephens, Ark, February 14.-What is known as the railroad reservation, a residential district of Stephens, was swept early today by tornado, the most se- we're of years, which approached from the southwest and after cutting a path several hundred yards in width moved northeastward.
 In the pathway of the storm number of small structures were wrecked and of the smaller buildings scarcely any re- main standing.
 No casualties occurred in Stephens, all though several people barely escaped in- jury. The monetary loss, 1t Is estimated, will exceed s5000.
 While only the most meagre reports have been received as yet from the sur rounding country. 1t IS probable that the property damage will be large. Among the buildings damaged was the Metho- dist church and annex.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
STRONG APPEAL
 FOR LIBERIA

New York, February 14-Indorsing the view of former Secretary of State Root, that Liberia is an American colony, Book CT T. Washington tonight declared that the situation in the African republic was serious and that the United States was in duty bound to render practical assist ance to Liberia, which was established in 1919 by the United States government and phlanthropic individuals Washington said:
 The present condition of Liberia is se- rious, but it need not surprise any one. In fact, the surprise is that Liberia has maintained itself as an independent na- ton for so long a period with almost no help from outside sources except that fur nished by phlanthropic individuals.
 We have spent large sums of money and given some of our best officials to reorganize and rebuild governments in the Philippines, Hawaii, Cuba, Porto Rico and San Domingo, and we certainly owe an equal duty to Liberia.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
 HURRY 1Sl'S WORK
  Little Time Is Left to Pass the Appropriation Bills TIE SENATE IS FAR BEHIND Night Sessions Will Very Likely Be Necessary In Order to Complete the Legislation Which Should
 Be Enacted.
TIE SENATE IS FAR BEHIND

Washington, February 14-Dnring possible attention to appropriation bills as 1t has become a necessity that both houses should act promptly if the measures are to become laws In the few days left of the present Congress.
 The Senate is so far behind in the consideration of these measures that night sessions will soon become a ne- cessity and even with the many hours that such sessions will add, it will be difficult to get the bills through. The House is in better shape with respect to the supply measures, but has little time to spare.
 Work on the Indian bill will be re- sumed Monday, and that measure will be kept before the House until finally disposed of. It will be followed either by the consular and diplomatic bill, or the fertilization appropriation bill. If the rivers and harbors maintenance and emergency bill Is reported during the week 1t will follow.
 It is probable that the Senate will give early attention to the Canadian boundary waterways treaty, and the New Foundland treaty. The waterways agreement is now before the committee on foreign relations. The prospect is good that all opponents of the treaty, except Senator Smith of Michigan, will cease to stand in the way of favorable action, and there is still some hope of disposing of 1t before the adjournment of the session.
 The indications are that the Panama and Colombia treaties may not be dis posed of until after March A. The nom- nations to which there are objections will also go over, with the result that MT. Taft will have an opportunity to fill the places with men of his own selection.
 The bill removing the constitutional Knox's becoming Secretary of State probably will be favorably acted upon by the House this week. Undeniably some of the members, especially on the democratic side, consider the measure objectionable but they have practically agreed to place no serious obstruction in the way. They will not make a party issue of the bill. but some of them, notably MT. Hardwick of Georgia, minority partys objections will be pre- sented. With these statements of their views they will allow the bill to pass.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
COLE YOUNGER WANTS PARDON
Conditional Release Does Not Suit Fa-
 nous Outlaw.

Minneapolis, Minn., February 14-Ap- plication for full pardon for Cole Younger former member of the Jesse James gang, captured in the Northfield bank raid, conditionally pardoned in 1903. after serving over quarter of cen tury, has been made to Governor John son by James A. Reed, formerly of Kan sas City. Mo.
 Cole Younger is now engaged in the promotion of an interurban railroad to his home in Lees Summit, Mo-" writes MT. Reed, "and because of the condi- ton under which he enjoys freedom. finds himself constantly embarrassed. ,,
 There is some doubt as to the likelihood of the application receiving favorable con sideration, Younger having violated one of the conditions of his pardon, when he exhibited himself year ago in con nection with a travelling show.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15

The 10 cottages owned by H. R. Kockersperger caught from sparks, and all were burning at the same time.
 The hotel help was panic-stricken, :, and the clerks could do nothing with them, one woman biting the clerk bad ly on the hand. The hotel was a wooden structure valued at s2Oo 900, and was insured for about sS0,o00
 The streets about the hotel are stacked with trunks, suit cases bed ding, furniture, etc. The management is making every effort to take care of the many guests
 When the fire alarm was sounded in Daytona, hunderds of persons from here rushed across the river to Sea Breeze, but even with this additional help the fire could not be checked
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
HOTEL AND COTTAGES ARE
 BURNED TO THE GROUND

Daytona, Fla, February 14.-Fhe Hotel Clarendon at Sea Breeze, one of the largest hotels on the east coast, to- gether with 10 cottages adjoining, was totally destroyed by fire at 6;3O o'clock this morning, the 215 guests, who were asleep at the time, being saved with out injury, and many being able to gather up most of their belongings. When the blaze was discovered the night clerk rushed the help to each room notifying guests, who made their way hurriedly to the streets. At one time the blaze appeared to be under control, but the wind shifted and 1t broke out anew, and in less than three quarters of an hour the entire building was burned.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15

At a principal about 15 feet north of the trestle spanning Montecine creek, the tender of the engine which was running backwards, struck COW. The impact threw the tender off the track, but it crash ed along the crossties with out pulling the engine off the track until the second span of the bridge had been reached.
 Here the engine was drawn from the rails and plunged from the trestle, car rying with it the entire train of cars to the ground below, distance of 35 feet.
 There were 10 freight cars and an equal number of dirt cars which were piled upon each other in a mass of splintered wreckage.
 The train was running at high rate of speed in order to reach Baton Rouge and take a siding before the arrival of the northbound passenger train.
 Several members of a construction gang who were on the last car es- caped practically without injury.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15

inal form.
 The Proctor-T -Tomlinson bill Is now in the hands of the senate committee on public morals. There are but two dem ocrats on this committed. It's chair man, Senator Mattingly, says he Is op posed to the repeal of the county op- ton law. No meeting of the committee has been called to consider the Proc tor-Tomlinson bill, and 1t Is evident the republican senators are not eager to bring the question upon the floor of the senate. Once there the leaders expect further delay in attempts to insert amendments A 5000 license fee and restriction of saloons to one to every 1000 inhabitants are among the amend ments which have been proposed by the republicans. The legislature will start upon the last three weeks tomorrow
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Storm In the West.

St. Louis. February 14-Delayed and in- terrupted telegraph dispatches received here tonight tell of heavy sleet storm north and west of St. Louis. The storm first started with rain and was followed by seet which carried many telegraph wires and poles to the ground. At Keo lxuk, Iowa, a hurricane blew down the towers on the bridge across the Missis sippi river and all wires eastward were broken. The same condition prevails at Fort Madison, Iowa.
 West of Sedalia, Mo. it Is reported that fully 1000 poles are down. Trees and tele- graph and telephone wires were also broken In southern Illinois
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Storm At vicksburg.

Vicksburg, Miss, February 14.-The most severe storm of wind and rain ex- perieneed here in several years lasted for half an hour this afternoon, causing a property loss estimated at S10,000. The office of the Vicksburg Herald was un- roofed and a number of business houses sustained minor damage, while in the suburbs property was completely wrecked in some instances. Several negroes are reported to have been injured when their cabins were demolished.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
INDEX OF TODAY'S NEWS

Page i. Rainey plans to enliven canal matters. Sleet storms in north and west. Congress must hurry it's work Deadly storms in southern states Taft will give report on the canal Hotel and cottages are burned Blue and Gray pay tribute to Lincoln.
 Page 2. Clearing house bank advocated. Great interest in corn crop. Many candidates for governor. Lemp defends divorce suit
 Page ,. Capital of bank to be increa sed. Revival begins at Ensley church.
 Pane q. Editorial comment
 Page ,. Prominent Birmingham citizens call upon Hartman, who has cordial greeting for all Man has narrow escape from death in burning building on First avenue. T. c, King has 5000 ire. Laymen coming 1000 strong to confer ence tomorrow. Birmingham to entertain National Dentists association next month. Glass of 40 initiated by Knights of Go. lumbus.
 Page :. Horse may dream his life away. Object of poverty wants vacation. Old churches in London city.
 Page 8. Haekenschmidt is making big bluff Legislator is man of interest. Franks dream is true Champions of the several classes. Birmingham has drawn the greatest sportsmen. Great women drivers to compete in New Orleans. Stock market needs more life.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
JEALOUSY CAUSES
 DEATH BY BULLET

Port Norris, N J., February 14.-In- named, it is said, by jealousy, Richard Donegan today shot and killed Joseph Somerfield and seriously wounded Mrs Madge Kinkle, with whom he was enamored The 18-year old son of the woman was also shot, but not seriously. Donegan fled, but was later captured in Bridgeton.
 Donegan said to the police that he had twice escaped from the state in- sane asylum at Norristown, Pa., and his first question was whether the police were going to send him back there
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Eradication of Mosquitoes.

Washington, February 14.-(Special.) ) Consul General Richard Guenther of Frankfort Germany, reports to the state department that experiments made with the Arzolla water plant indicates the erad- ication of, the mosquito pest He says it has been found that the most reliable means against mosquitoes in stagnant water Is the growing of the plant. The plant suffocates all the mosquito larvae below and prevents the living insects from depositing their eggs in the water.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15

in chief of the United Confederate Yet erans, delivered the opening prayer. while Col. T. H. Jones of Wheeler.s cavalry, read MT. Lincoln's favorite poem, 70, Why Should the Spirit of Mortal Be Proud?"
 Lincoln's Gettysburg address was read by Brig. Gen. J. w. Scully U. s. A., retired.
 Rev. James w. Lee, D. D., pastor of Trinity church, native Georgian, de- livered the address of the evening Dr. Lees touching tribute to Lincoln brought tears to the eyes of the i'm mense gathering.
 At the close of the exercises the au- dience, led by the prominent veterans of the two armies present, joined in singing My Country, Iris of Thee"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Deadly Storms Again
 Pass Through South
Several Are Killed and Many Injured in Mississippi While Heavy Damage Is Done by Wind and Rain in Many South States-Texas Is Wrapped in Freezing Tenn
 perature Almost to the Gulf of Mexico.

eral and will prove the salvation of the wheat and oats crops as well as prepare the ground to admit of the preparation of the soil for the spring planting.
 Considerable wind and electrical dis play accompanied the rain. There was no serious damage reported here from the lightning. though telegraph and telegraph lines were out of commission In a num- Der of instances by the wind.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
THE BLUE AND THE GRAY
 PAY TRIBUTE TO LINCOLN

Atlanta February 14.-Veterans of the opposing armies in the great con fict between the states-those who wore the gray as well as those who wore the blue-joined tonight in pay ing honor to the memory of Abraham Lincoln. Exercises commemorating the Tooth anniversary of the birth of the martyred President, held In the Trinity Methodist church, were par ticipated in by members of O. M. Mitchell post No. 1, Grand Army of the Republic, United Confederate Veterans, Sons of Confederate Veterans and mem bers of the United States regular army.
 Gen. Clement A. Evans, commander
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Degree For Charles w. Eliot.

New Orleans, February 14.-President Charles W. Eliot of Harvard universi. ty, who is to deliever the Founders Day address at Tulane university here on March 6, will have conferred upon him at that time the degree of doctor of laws by Tulane The degree will also be conferred upon Henry Wig maud, first secretary of the American embassy at Paris, and a native of New Africans.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Kansas City Tied Up.

Kansas City, February 14.-zero weather and a nasty seet and snow storm pre- vailed In the southwest tonight. All over Kansas the fall of sleet was heavy, caus- ing delay to traffic and wire communi- cation. In Oklahoma the storm began Saturday night with rain, followed by a sudden drop of AS degrees in temperature. Sleet and snow fell almost continuously for many hours. Railroad traffic is at a standstill In many places
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Bill To Aid Knox.

Washington, February 14.-The bill re- moving the bar to the eligibility of Sem ator Knox to enter the Taft cabinet as Secretary of State probably will be called up in the House tomorrow, and it is con fidently expected that 1t will be passed under suspension of the rules, although not until some of the members who re- gard the measure as objectionable, and who filed minority rep>yt have voiced their views. The lack of unanimity of Congress in removing the disability, how ever, probably will not be alone sufficient to deter Senator Knox from accepting the portfolio, for the minority leader says the bill will not be made a party issue, and that despite the minority report no se- rious obstruction will be placed in the way of it's passage.
 Senator Knox, who was said to have confided to some of his friends that he would not accept the office unless the ac- tion of Congress was practically unani- nous, tonight denied that he had ever voiced such an expression regarding the case, the merits of which he has held aloof from discussing. He continued to decline to talk about any phase of the matter. It is believed, however that MT Knox is satisfied that the action of the House In adopting a bill identical with the one which passed the Senate will re- move his constitutional disability.
 Senator Knox said he would discuss the question that has arisen with Presi- dent-elect Taft when he arrives here on Tuesday.
 MT. Knox also denied a story originat- ing in Chicago which stated that let ter had been sent him by Dr. Eugene Murray-Aaron of the American Geo graphic institute of Chicago. about three weeks ago. informing him at that time of the constitutional bar to his acceptance of the state portfolio Senator Knox said he had not received such a letter and did not know the person who is said to have been it's author.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
ERIE ROAD WILL
 MAKE BOND ISSUE

New York. February 14.-tspecial.)- The Erie railroad has obtained permits sion from the public service commits sion to make an issue of s30, 900 900 col lateral trust per cent gold bonds, ma turing in 30 years. The application had been under consideration since Novem- ber
 Wall street, since that time, has gen. orally expected that the decision would be favorable, though there was an oc- casionaI apprehension on reports that only an issue of $15 ,000,000 would be allowed.
 The Erie shares recently have been noticeably strong. for the decision means that the financial problem that has confronted the company for some time past has been solved.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
SeOere Sleef Storms
 m The North And West
Chicago Shut Off From the World for Many Hours by the Breaking of Telegraph Wires-The Whole Country From Ohio to the Rocky Mountains Is Covered With Sleet
 and Ice and the Cold Is Severe.

in the northwestern part of the state is completely shut off At Sandusky the troll ley wires were down and the city was without street and interurban car ser vice.
 The steam lines were hampered by the dispatchers being unable to communicate with train crews. Many villages are in darkness as a result of the damage to il- dominating wires.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Cleveland Is ParaIyzed.

Cleveland, O., February 14.-one of the most severe sleet storms experienced in several years today paralyzed the tele- graph, telephone and trolley wires and seriously interferred with railway traffic throughout northern Ohio. Trees were loaded down with lee and hundreds of telegraph and telephone poles are down.
 Communication by wire with many towns
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Alfonso's Visit Ends.

Villa vicosa{ Portugal, February 14- The visit of King Alfonso of Spain to King Manuel came to close this after noon. King Alfonso leaving for Madrid on special train. The only incident to mar the pleasant stay was the arrest by the police of two suspects
 Before his departure King Alfonso con- ferred upon King Manuel the Order of Charles III. He received in turn at the hands of his host the collar of the Or der of the Tower and Sword.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Two Killed In Church,

Learned Miss, February 14-(Special) l. A storm struck this place from the north west about 2 O clock this afternoon with terrific force, blowing down a negro church, killing Dock Harris wife and one child of Maggie Bennett and wound ing eight or ten. About 75 were In the house at the time If it had not been for the arched ceiling they would all probably have been killed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Much Colder Weather.

Washington, February H.-Much colder weather is indicated for tomorrow in the gulf states and the Ohio valley, and Mon day night and Tuesday in the Atlantic states. Cold wave warnings have been ordered by the weather bureau for the Ohio and middle and lower Mississippi valleys, the east gulf states and the southwest through Texas.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Freezing In Houston.

Houston, Tex, February 14.-The drouth in south Texas was relieved today when more than an inch of rain fell. Tonight the temperature Is below freezing at this point. Cattle have suffered by a long dry spell and It is feared there will be a heavy loss.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
Lualtania Delayed Two Days.

New York, February 14.-Held back for two days by fog and heavy seas, the big Cunard steamship Lusitania came to her dock today after the toughest voyage ever. experienced by the tur- binar, between here and Liverpool.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-02-15
EuIoeies Upon congressmen.

Washington, February 14.-Three mem bers of Congress who died during the first session of the present Congress were euloglzed in a special session of the House today. They were Senator William Pinkney Whyte of Maryland. Represen- tative Williams H. Parker of South Da- lota and Representative Abraham L. Brick of Indiana. Fifteen addresses were delivered, Representative Overstreet of Indiana presiding. Mir Barnhart of In- diana, during the eulogy of MT. Brick. read the poem Lead, Kindly Light" and asked that while he did so his colleagues stand
Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1909-09-09
New Hall at Holy Angels.

The new and pretty Hall at Holv
Angels Chapel in Seventh District
was formally dedicated TO the MUSES.
and the fine arts last Wednesday
evening. Sept. ]. when o grand Con-
cert and entertainment was given
by the combined talent OF four par.
ishes, 50. Joseph's. st. Aloysius',
So. Johns and Sacred Heart.
Nearly four hundred came from
these and other parts, also 20 view
the hall so lately completed, and 20
enjoy q program prepared by the
best musicians OF four County.
The ball. which is the work of
contractor John Dean of Milestown,
was begun in Nav and took but three
months for completion. The main
body or floor is 34x6O; the stage In
34x2O and adopted for use as q din
Ing room when the drop curtain il
down. There il o gallery for must
clans In the front Of she hall over the
main door; dressing rooms above the
stage and o store-room under the
stage. Connected with the hall ID
the rear BY o covered stair and pas
sage. 10 . well appointed kitchen so
arranged as 70 serve for indoor or
outdoor dinners. &c.
Everyone was delighted with the
hall. 50 neatly painted and furnished;
and after the Concert the large
crowd fingered long 10 test It's &c.
ness for the gentle art OF dancing.
Their approval was unanimous.
Father Kelly wishes 10 thank most
cordially those who furnished the
evenings enjoyment-particularly