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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
JoSEPHINE'S PET NAME.
Napoleon Had Mania for Rebap-
 tlzing Women Relatives.

From Le Cri de Paris
 Josephine, Empress of the French, was Yeyette to her intimate friends. Her name in reality was -Josephe- Rose Napoleon, after the marriage, exacted that she should be known as Josephine He had a mania for baptizing the wom- Marianne an. Elise, of Annonciade Caro- line, of Paulette a Pauline.
 Among her numerous friends Josephine remained Yeyette. Barras never called her otherwise.
 The Pope was so unfamiliar with her name that when he sent his benedicton the letter borne by his legate was ad- dressed to Our sister in Jesus Christ, Victoria Bonaparte"
 In 1874, on the departure for Elba, the Debats designated Josephine under the paraphrase me mother of Prince Flu gene"
 At Ruel her tomb bears this simple in scription: "A Josephine, Eugene ct Hor- tense, 1895" The restoration did not per init her recognition as Empress,N
 The grandson of Yeyette. Napoleon III, gave to the church at Ruell many marks of his benevolence. In the choir may yet be seen a carved mahogany chair, the back of which is ornamented with two medallions, one superlmposed upon the other. surrounded by Napoleonic eagles. On one of the medals is shown in relief the interlaced initials 'L. N" Oouis Napoleon), On the other one may be read the figures ''I5OO0OO." This Is the number of votes that the "prince-presi- dent received at the plebiscite of Decen- Der 20. 1851.
 The good cure of Ruell does not fail in the duty he owes to Marianne" (France) in making use of this comfortable chair, the last souvenir of the tyrant.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
The Prune-E aters.

From Puck.
 What did you say your name wasp inquired the landlady in a hoarse whis- per.
 Camp"
 Ladies and gentlemen, this is MT. Grant"
 She waves you to vacant chair The young lady on your right drops half bow; the young gentleman on your left drops a pork chop. Thus, amid covert sneers supercilious glances, and general awkwardness, you take your place among an alien people.
 "A hashhouse introduction always re- minds me of a minstrel show" declares the humorous boarder Be seated, gen. tlemen; know each other and be ac- quainted.'
 Whereat you must smile.
 "Chase the COW this way" continues the humorous boarder, in time-honored reference to the milk pitcher Whereat you must guffaw.
 You are always master of ceremon- ies," says young lady boarder to the humorous one. ''As for me, I'm too timid.
 "Why are you timid?'
 "Oh, Pm so little.'
 Sweet goods come in small packages"
 'So does poison"
 Fine old reparteel After dinner, you ascend to your hall bedroom and wonder if you will ever be at home in this com pany But you know you will. Within a month you will be loaning money to the humorous boarder, and perhaps have love affair started.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
Personal and General,

The Jefferson male chorus will meet next Tuesday evening at the Baptist church for regular rehearsal. All mem bers, both honorary and active, are urged to be present as a short business session will be held previous to prac- tice. The various committees of the re- cent concert which was so successfully presented will make report, and other important matters taken up. Presi- dent J. F. Kent, Director Stephen Alsop and the other officers and mem bers are much gratifed at the success of their first concert.
 MT. and Mrs. Hardeman s. Meade will entertain St. Johns choir Wednesday at their home on Avenue H. Music for next Sunday will be rehearsed, as well as the Easter music.
 St. Margaret's guild will meet with Mrs. Norris, on Avenue H. on Wednes- day afternoon at o'clock. All mem bers are requested to be present
 The Teachers Training class will meet Tuesday evening at the Methodist tabernacle for instruction. Mrs. $. F. Moore of Birmingham, the president Of the Teachers State association, will be present. All Sunday school teachers and workers are earnestly invited to be present
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
FIRE AT DECATUR.
Water Causes Greatest Amount of
 Damage.

Decatur, March Special At 123O last night fire of unknown origin was discovered in the second story of a business block located on Bank street and owned by A. F. Funston. But lit- tie damage was done by the fire, but considerable damage was done by wa ter. The lower floor was occupied by Carters pool room and the pool and billiard tables will be almost a total loss from water. The upper story was used as sleeping rooms and the fur niture in these rooms was badly dam aged.
 The total loss by fire and water on the building and on the furniture and pool room fixtures is not known at this time but it will probably amount to something like $2500, partially insured
 The work of the fire department pre- vented the loss of a number of ad- Joining buildings worth several thous- and dollars.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
Unioue Contest.

Eufaula, March 2s.-(SpeciaI )-Pupils of the Brenau greatly enjoyed the evening at the institution last night when the voting contest for superlatives of the school was indulged in and resulted as follows: Rest all around pupil, Miss Lil- Han Wefing; prettiest, Miss Annie Will Mangum; smartest, Miss Lucy Pitts; wit tiest, Miss Ella Thomasson: merriest, Miss Louise Cato; cutest, Miss Lillie At kinson; sweetest, Miss Mary Bell; neat est, Miss Eulaliah Loverest; most pop- ular Miss Mary Bell; jolliest, Miss Agnes Messlna; best dancer, Miss Gertrude In- gram; most conscientious. Miss Eulah White; most sentimental. Miss Ida Surles. So enthusiastic was the contest that al- though the small sum of only 1 cent was required to vote the sum of nearly $25 was raised that will go to aid the seniors in the issuance of their annual.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
News of AttaIla.

Attalla, March 2S.-(Special )-The Wednesday club met with Mrs. w. F. Stowers
 Mir and Mrs Mel spradlin of Boaz were in Attalla this week.
 Miss Attic Doyle of Collinsville Is the guest of friends in the city.
 H. H. Sharpe and wife of Birmingham are the guests of MT. Sharpe's mother, who is seriously i'll at her home near town.
 Miss Clemmie Rhea entertained the c. c. club Wednesday afternoon.
 pr. and Mrs J. H. Wood have as their guests this week Dr. and Mrs. J. H. Lester of Ocilla, Ga.
 Mrs. w. c. Pyron of Collinsville is the guest of Mrs. Joseph Johnson.
 J. R. Brown has been confined to his room this week with rheumatism.
 Miss Elizabeth Rush leaves in a few days for an extended visit to her sister. Mrs. William Grove. in Columbus. Ga.
 Miss Mabel Hall of Collinsville was the guest of Mrs. Charles Alexander this week.
 Mrs. G. w Wilson has returned to her home in Columbus, Miss, after an ex- tended visit to her daughter, Mrs. John Walker.
 Mrs James G. Fulghum of nirming- ham is expected next week to visit her parents, Mr. and IFS. J. c. Noble.
 Mrs. Eula Morange left Thursday morning for her home in Birmingham after a two weeks visit to Mrs. w. F. Stowers.
 Mrs. H. W. Pickens and children will come up from Birmingham next week to visit Mrs. W. H. Blankenship before leaving for their new home in Okla homa.
 Mrs. J. F. McDuffie, who has been visiting friends in Attalla for the past several days, has returned to her home in Birmingham, accompanied by Miss Lala Stowers.
 Mrs, W. T. Eason and children have returned to their nome in Birmingham after several days visit to friends in At talla.
 Miss Mamie Davis has closed her school at Curtiston and Is at home for the va cation.
 Charlie Cameron, who has been sick at the home of his father, the Rev. J. H. Cameron, for several weeks, is improv ing.
 J. G. Dunn has resigned his position with the Alabama Consolidated mines at this place and accepted position as superintendent of the Consolidated mines at Gadsden.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
NEW RAILROAD.
Proposed Line Would Connect Decatur
 and RusseilviiIe.,

Decatur, March 2S.-(SpeciaL)-A meeting was held yesterday in the of fee of the Development company of the Decaturs looking to some means for the construction of railroad between Decatur and Russellville, a distance of about 80 miles. Besides a number of local men there were present W. H. Norris of Russellville and A. J. Hackett of Red Bay.
 The matter of building the road was fully discussd and while nothing of a definite nature was done the directors of the Development company gave it as their opinion that the Decaturs would bear their share of the cost of survey and a canvass for right of way.
 At some time in the near future the matter will again be taken up.
 The construction of this road would open up to the Decaturs a fine coal, iron, timber and agricultural section which Is now without a railroad.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
EIks Elect Officers.

Eufaula, March 2s.-(SpeciaL)-At g. regular meeting of Eufaula lodge No. 912 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, the following officers were elected :: E. T. Conner, exalted ruler; W. R. Pat terson, esteemed leading knight; Capt J. L. Cherry. esteemed loyal knight; Sam Roth, featuring night; A. J. Miller third trustees; T. J. Maynor, secretary; A. M Brown. treasurer; R. J. Peacock. chap lain; P. A. Sapp, esquire. A. J. Miller the retired exalted ruler, was chosen a delegate to attend the meeting of the grand lodge, which convenes in Los An geles, Cal. some time during the com ing summer. The lodge Is in quite an active condition and is growing in interest and enthusiasm with most every meet ing. Upon the conclusion of the regular business of the evening tempting repast was spread and greatly enjoyed by the members.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
In the Wash.
From Young's Magazine.

From Youngs Magazine.
 More things come out In the wash than we know" observed Miss Elsie Janis. in "The Fair Co-Ed." q met an old friend on Fifth avenue the other day and as we strolled along a drunken person sur veyed my escorts gardenia, frock coat and cane resentfully. Then he accosted him.
 ." .Ain't you Mr Blank?' he said.
 Yes my escort said. What of it?'
 "'Mr Blank of west -th street?'
 Yes, yes. Who are you?'
 MT Blank said the seedy creature, laying a hand on my friends shrinking shoulder to keep himself from falling, I'll tell you who l am. Fm-hic-the husband of your washerwoman.'
 Well, what of that?' said my friend, scornfully.
 ''The poor man didn't like the scorn.
 Huh, you don't know everything, he said, darkly.
 What donf I know demanded my friend.
 ".Well. Mr. ank. you don't know hic-that I'm Iring one-hc-of your new white sh
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
The Foxy Old Ultimate.

From 1l1e.
 Gan it be said that in the illimitable and inconceivable there is an ultimate Must there not always be infinity be- yond ?'-Goldwin Smith, in the Spring field Republican.
 The ultimate is biz game. Theodore Roosevelt has beeI chasing him around the country for eight years and hash { got him yet. He ran a race with him over the principal railroad tracks, and he played hide and seek with him in the halls of Congress. Now Theodore is go- ing to look for hIm in Africa
 Prof. James, of Harvard, has been af- ter the ultimate also He invented, or rather adapted, a modern trap called Pragmatism, and put some nice words in the entrance for bait, but the old ulti- mate is a sly dog. He wouldn't get caught.
 Dr. Lyman Abbott has been locating up'' the ultimate for some years-almost ever since we can remember. He has tried various methods-smoling him out. advertising for him In the Outlook" and talking him to death. 1ut the ultimate is still at large
 We guess the ultimate knows its busi- ness.
 But if he is ever to be caught we sus- pect that some woman will do 1t.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
CLUB WILL TAKE UP
 BIRMINGHAM BILL
ENsLEY COMMITTEE WILL RE- PORT ON SENTIMENT OF clTI-
 ZENs TOWARD COMING INTO
 BIRMINGHAM-PERsoNAL, ETC.

Ensley, March Especial. )-The Ensley Commercial club will meet Tues day afternoon at 4 o'clock at the rooms on Avenue E.
 Several important matters will be taken up, including the Greater Bir- mingham proposition, the annual ban quet and the Fourth of July celebra- tion. The committee appointed at the last meeting of the club to canvas the city in reference to the attitude of the citizens toward the Greater Bir- mingham proposition will make report.
 The committee, composed of well known citizens, is as follows: pr. R. M. Cunningham, George R. Byrum, J. M. Perkins, James A. Dupuy and M. Il. Mcdowell.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
RUN OVER BY GAR.
William Harris Is Seriously Injured at
 Sheffield

Tuscumbia, March 2S.-(Special) )-Wi- liam Harris. 6-year-old son of Mrs. F. H. .Everhart was run over by car in Sheffield in front of the Baptist church as Sunday school was dismissed this morning. One leg was cut off above the knee and the other foot crushed
 The boy ran in front of the car when it had almost stopped, his head covered with paper.
 He was the son of the late John Har- ris, engineer on the Southern railway.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
Dramatic Realism.

From Harper's Weekly.
 Augustus Thomas, the playwright, en- joys chaffing the newspaper men, espe- cially newcomers, with reference to things theatrical.
 One night at a club a young man from Boston. just entering upon the duties of dramatic critic for New York daily had invited Thomas attention to the entrance just then of a player known for his en- actment of "vilains"
 "He always gives me touch of stark realism" observed the critic. You should see him do that part"
 "Yes, yes, I know" interrupted Thomas. Why I understand he played that part so realistically that one week after the production was put on his wife sued for a separation"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
Children of confederacy.

Huntsville, March Especial "A chapter of the Children of the Confed- eracy was organized yesterday at & meeting of children in the parlor of the McGee hotel. The organizat ion was formed under the name of the Ellelee c. Humes chapter with a mem bership of 43. Mrs. s. P. Metcalfe was named as director and officers were elected as follows: Miss Gretchen Strong, president; Miss Elizabeth Ap person, vice president; Miss Elizabeth Murray. treasurer; Miss Katherine Armstrong, secretary. A boys auxil- iary was also formed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
klnderuart.n Meetinn.

Anniston, March 28.-(Special)-Th annual meeting of the Free Kinder garten Association and Civic Improve ment league, which was to have oc cured on April '. has been postponed until Wednesday, April 24. This meet ing. at the Alabama, will be most important one, when the election of officers for the ensuing year will be held and when reports of all work done during the year will be given.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
LIKE SHOOTING COWS.
Roosevelt May Find Sport Tame Ar
 fair In Africa.

New York March 2S.-In the opinion of Dana Estes, a Boston publisher, who ar- rived here today on the St. Louis, after a 25, 5,O0O-mile journey in Europe, Asia and Africa former President Roosevelt will find hunting big game in East Africa Hike shooting cows in back yard.'
 '"The antelopes and animals of that kind are so tame" he said that they graze along the railroad tracks and scarcely look up as the train goes by"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
NEGROES ARE HELD ON MURDER CHARGE

Brewton, March 2.-(Special.) )-Sheriff G. K. Fountain succeeded yesterday in arresting three negroes suspected of the murder of M. Jacobson, a Jew peddler from Pensacola The crime was com mitted at Flomaton. this county, last Thursday. The body was discovered in a branch Friday
 Two of the negroes are charged with the murder by the verdict of the coro- ners jury. The other was arrested on suspicion, blood stains having been dis covered on his clothing. The body of Jacobson was identified by Pensacola friends and carried to that city for burial. The negroes are in jail here.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
Farewell Service.

Decatur March 28.-(Special )-Fare well services were held this morning at II o'clock in the old First Baptist new building, costing about $2O ,OOO, is now almost completed and services next Sunday will be held there. The fare- well services in the old building this morning were most touching and im- bressive. The sermon was preached by the pastor, the Rev. M. w. Gordon. hnd there was special music.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
Broker Is Arrested.

Huntsville, March 2S.-(Special.)-W
 L. Alexander, grocery commission broker, Is in the city prison here on charge of ob taining goods by false pre- tense. It is claimed that be exchanged @ desk that he had not paid for for suit of clothes and tried to get out of town. He was arrested at the depot and fined $25 in the city court. Not being able to pay the fine. Alexander may be compelled to work the streets.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
Goes West for Health.

Huntsville, March 2S.-(Special. J. Andrew J. Murdock. partner in the firm of Hutchens & Murdock, and one of the best known business men in Huntsville, has sold out his interests here and will move to Washington state The condition of his health is responsible for Mir Murdocks re- moVa1
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
Laymen's Meetlnq.

Huntsville, March Especial "A laymen's meeting of the Methodist church was held in New Market last week, continuing several days and con- cluding with a fine revival service. Several persons were converted and Joined the church at that one ser vice. Rev. w. E. Morris, presiding eld- CT of the Huntsville district. presided and was assisted by Hon. N. M. Rowe, the district lay leader.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
Will Pay Official Visit.

Decatur, March 2S.-lSpecial. Jon April 1 Grand Master w. E. Urquhart of the Independent order of Odd Fall lows will pay an official visit to the lodges of the order in the Decatur district. A reception and banquet will be given the grand master on the occa- sion of his visit here
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
HEAR SEARS TONIGHT

If you can enjoy a hearty laugh, hear "Taffy" Sears to- night at Gable Hall. If you do not think you have spent a profitable evening, after hav- Ing heard "The Evils of Bor- rowing Trouble, call for your money back,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
JAMES s. FULLER
 DIES SUDDENLY

Montgomery, March 8.-(special)- James S. Fuller, well known lawyer, dropped dead this afternoon as a result of heart failure. He had not been well for several days.
 He was son of Judge John B. Full
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
Elks, to Hold Election.

Much interest is being taken in the meeting of the Elks Monday night, at which officers for the ensuing term will be elected. Several nominations have been made for exalted ruler and sec retary, and quite a lively contest Is anticipated. w. T. Palmer, the present exalted ruler, has had most success full term. All members are urged to he nreSant.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29

The Birmingham News: This hrm fDrs. Dozier & Dez!er) has been doing business in Birmingham continuously for a number of years and they have vet to be accused of having dealt un- fairly with a patient in any way what soever They are both gentlemen of the highest type and carry their honor and eentiemanliness into their business.
 Age-Herald: Drs. Dozier & Dozier's long standing record and approved abilities entitle them to the proud dis tinction of standing at the head of their profession.
 The Birmingham Ledger: Drs. Dozier & Dozier are without doubt the pest known specialists in the South. and their fame is due entirely to their great skill.
 The Southern odd Fellow: We can not add anything to the reputation Drs Dozier & Dozier have already acquired
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
FOR SALE.

We have the exclusive sale of two of the handsomest homes on South Highlands-one Highland avenue near club, the other on South 20th.
 w. B. LEEDY & co.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29

In the line of their profession, but we know them to be brother Odd Fellows and can be relied upon to carry out every promise they make to those needing their services.
 Mountain Home: The press of Bir- minSham and all over Alabama speak in the highest terms of Drs. Dozier &. Dozier. as physicians, surgeons and gentlemen and we have no hesitancy in recommending them to our patrons
 Meridian Star: Drs. Dozier & Dozier of Birmingham are the most worthy and distinguished physicians in their line of practice in the state of Alabama.
 Masonic Guide: Drs. Dozier & Dozier come from a family of prominent phy- sicians and with their large experience in the profession can be relied on to treat disease in most successful man. ner.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29
SPRING PLANTING BULBS.

DOUBLE ID HLIA-Assorted colors 15c each; 3 for 40c.
 CANNAs-Choce named varieties; 1Oc each; $1 per dog.
 TUBE ROSE BULBS-Excesior Pearl. These bloom this summer; doz, 25c CYCAS STEMS--or Sago Palm bulbs; fine bulbs from h -lb. to 6-lbs. each 15c pound ate colors, 50c
 CALADIUM or Elephant Ears. mann; bulbs 15c
The Birmingham age-herald., 1909-03-29

From Puck.
 What did you say your name was?" inquired the landlady in hoarse whis- per.
The Paducah evening sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1906-1929, 1909-07-24
Ballard Schools.

Wickliffe, KY, July "a. Especial. }
Contracts have been let by the
Ballard school board for the erection
OF new schools.
A contract for building a large
school building at Loyelaceville was
let to w. p. Farmer, OF La Center,
his bid accepted for s96S.67, the
house to be ready for the opening of
school by September /.
The bid Of Bean & Tucker for the
construction of a school house at
Ceredo according to plans on file was
accepted by the board for the sum of
500. The plans of both houses are
similar, the only difference being in
the size of the buildings.
In the matter of repairing Fairvlew
school house, no final step was taken
on account OF the absence of Mr.. G..
f. McElya. in whose district this
school is located. IL was agreed that
$2s7 be expended for repairs.
An order was placed with A. II.
Andrews company, OF Chicago, for
$50 desks to be distributed among
the various public schools of the
county where needed.
The board selected the superin-
tendent of schools to close the trade
with the authorities of Blandville col
lege for a room In which to teach tb
public school for the coming year.
The board could not employ a
teacher for the High school at La
Center, the choice OF the board hav-
ing accepted employment in another
school. The selection of a teacher
for this school will be agreed upon
at the next meeting of the board.
which will convene again in Wickliffe
on next Monday, at which time con-
tracts will be executed and bonds
taken for the carrying out the work
awarded at this meeting.
The Paducah evening sun. [volume] (Paducah, Ky.) 1906-1929, 1909-07-24

Chicago, July 24.-The grand jury
today indicted Inspector Mccain for
accepting brides and for malfeasance
He is one OF the highest police off,
GERS in Chicago. He had charge OF
the west side "Levee" district.
Detective Sergeant Jeremiah Grif-
fin. alleged to have been the col
lector OF protection money from the
dive keepers, gamblers and cocaine
sellers. was indicted on eight counts.
He is alleged to have gathered as
high as $4,000 a month, a very
small part of which remained in his
own pockets In all Griffith, who
travels out OF the DesPlaines street
station, the headquarters of Inspec-
tor Mccain, Is alleged to have col
lected $4,000 from the denizens of
the under world of the West Side.
Indictments were also returned
against Louis Frank, saloon keeper
and politician, who Is said to have
accumulated a fortune of $1,000, 900
in the levee district, and against
Michael Heitler, the latter being ia