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The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
RESIGNATION OF MIR. HIDEN.

From the Birmingham News.
 After more than. eight years of service of the Birmingham News as associate ed- itor, during which time he did most of the editorial work on this paper, Mir. Rob- ert G. Hiden has resigned his position, his resignation becoming effective March 20.
 MT. Hiden came to the Birmingham News from Richmond. where for Il years he was connected with the Richmond Times, now the Richmond Times-Dis- patch. He was managing editor of the Times for five years, resigning that po- sition to become associate editor of the Birmingham News.
 The resignation of MT. Hidden is a mat ter of deep regret to his associates on the paper man and his splendid personality have won for him the affectionate regard and admiration of his co-workers and every one feels a sense of personal loss in his retirement He has been an impor- tant factor in maintaining a high stand has used his talents in championing every cause which seemed to him to make for the moral and material progress of Br- mingham and Alabama.
 MT. Hiden has not made known his plans for the future, but it is certain that he will be an important force in whatever field he plants his energies In retiring from the News he carries with him the best wishes of the entire establishment
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
BIG JUMP IN MEAT
 LAST TWO YEARS

Washington. March s.-The Senate cost of living committee, continuing it's in vestigation today, examined Edward F. Hall, who conducts a local grocery and meat market. In response to questions, chiefly by Senator Shoot and Craw- ford, he said the biggest jump in meat prices he had ever known was in the past two years, but he gave no compara- tive figures.
 In conducting his business, MT. Hall said he figures on a gross profit of It per cent but was satisfied with net profit of 5 per cent. This caused Senator Shoot to inquire:
 Then. how is 1t you have accumulated S35.OOO in 15 years?"
 The reply of MT Hall was regarded by the committee as somewhat evasive, put the point was not pressed. Continuing ms testimony, Mir Hall said he had to dc twice as much business and charge more than he did ten years ago to make the same amount of money.
 The committee adjourned to meet or the call of the chairman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

such manner. The rest of the story Is
 we'll known. and Roosevelt stands today
 the man in all the world most widely
 known and the most popular. Europe is about to shower honors upon the man that Thomas Collier Platt thought he had shelved when te made him the can didate of his party for vice president in 1900
 The dead leader had much of the suav- ity and good sense ard knowledge of men that Thurlow Weed possessed. Both served the corporations, and both kert the party well supplied with campaign funds He had not the force of Mark Hanna, nor the polish and daring of Quay, but he was man of fidelity to lis friends, and he maintained his grip on politics right up to the time that his physical infirmities disoualified him In the Senate he was not a debater and no great measure bears his name.
 History will not glow over his name although he may be set down in 1t as the last of the great machine bosses or his period In these days of primaries Losses are in disfavor. No one is ann hitious to become known as one. The open "amen corner" will not be dnpli- eated. and public affairs vii. oe conduct ed hereafter, even In New York state, N Nithout a dominating boss who rules ev- ely district and dictates every nomina- fion
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
ALL RAILROADS MAY
 HAVE TO RAISE WAGES

Savannah, Ga, March 9.-Promise made by the Central of Georgia railway of ficials, it is stated here today, to the trainmen of the system that their de- mands for increased pay within reason would be granted, provided any other large railroad system in the south will make tie same agreement, means, it is learned, that negotiations will soon be opened by the trainmen in the employ ofl the Southern railway looking to an in- crease in pay.
 This was the statement made tonight by a representative of the trainmen Of the Central of Georgia, whose committee is now here.
 This action on the part of the South ern railway trainmen. it is said, will await the outcome of the present confer ences between the trainmen and officials of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad.
 Just as soon as the Baltimore and Ohio dispute is settled, conference with Southern railway officials will he asked ty the southern district of the Brother hood of Railway Trainmen. and the Or der of Railway Conductors at Washing ion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
AUTOMOBILE MAKERS
 UNITE INTERESTS

New York, March 9.-A consolidation of certain large automobil interests hay ing a capital of several hundred million dollars Is under way. J. P. Morgan & Co.,, who yesterday purchased the E. M. F. company of Detroit, will, 1t Is said, finance the combination.
 The E. NJ. F. company is the Everitt Metzger- Flanders company. At the office of J. P. Morgan X Go. a statement was issued that the purchase included sub stantially all the stock of this company not already held by stockholders of the Studebaker Bros. Manufacturing com pany. Litigation pending at Detroit is terminated by the purchase transaction and Walter E. Flanders continues as president and general manager of the E. M. r. company for three years. No ad- ditional particulars were given out.
 Some of the automobile companies which it is declared may enter the big combine are the United States Automo- bile company of Tarrytown, N. r., which owns the Maxwell -Briscoe Motor Car company; the Columbia Motor Car com- pany of Hartford and the Brush Run about company of Detroit.
 The sum of s4,s00.000 Is said to have been paid by the Morgan firm for the E. M. F. holdings.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
AMENDMENT MADE
 TO RAILROAD BILL

Washington. March 9.--The adninstra- tion railroad bill was amended in an i'm portant particular by the House commit tee on interstate and foreign commerce today when, by vote of nine to seven, the committee voted to substitute the interstate commerce commission for the proposed court of commerce as the tribunal designated to receive petitions or applications of railroads desiring to ac- auire interests in other railroads.
 The six democrats on the committee voted for he substitute, and were joined by Chairman Mann and two other re- publican members. Representatives Esch and agner were absent. but their votes could have had no greater effect than to cause tie.
 As this section provided one of the chief duties of the court of commerce, it Is expected that the administration will use vigorous efforts to have today's vote reconsidered in committee and the action rescinded.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
prneress of Civil Service Reform

A good many people think civil service reform Is confined to the general gov ernment offices, but it has extended much further, and today it is in force in nix states and nearly one hundred cities New York, among states, led off in 1885, and the merit system has since been adopted by Massachusetts, Wisconsin, Illinois. Colorado, New Jersey and Ohio.
 In the cities the merit system goes hand in hand with the commission form of government New charters for the larger cities include, as a rule, the merit system, and tendency toward the new municipal plan is unmistakable although all the machine leaders and many an Old Bourbon rises up in opposition.
 The cities that have adopted civil serv- Ice include New Orleans in the south, and Washington on the border. In the list of advanced cities we find the names of New York, Boston, Buffalo, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland Denver, Jersey City, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Mil waukee, Newark. Philadelphia, Pitts burg and San Francisco. These cities show how rapidly the new system is entering into the public life of the na- ton. It promises to spread until every bit of the old spells system is eradicated from the public service.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
KNOX MUST HUSTLE
 TO SUPPORT BRIDE

Providence, R. l., March 9.-Philander c. Knox, Jr., son of the Secretary of State and his bride, slipped quietly back into the city today from Washing ton. They went direct to Mrs. Knox's apartment in Benefit street.
 In a signed statement issued this aft ernoon, Knox said: "1t has been said that my father threw me out of the house when I saw him in Washington. This Is untrue. My father and I had no quarrel, and we parted friends, except for the fact that he does not approve of my marriage"
 The young man said he probably would take up some mechanical work here.
 Mrs. Knox said: "I married Mr Knox because I loved him, and knew that he loves me. Of course, I regret that his father Is not willing to forgive us and accept us into his good graces, but that is something which we cannot help
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
WORK.

By Charles Lamb. Who first invented work and bound the And holyday- rejoicing spirit down To the ever-haunting importantly Of business in the green fields, and the
 town To plough, loom, anvil, spade-and ohl
 most sad, To that dry drudgery at the desks dead
 wood? Who but the being unblest, alien from
 good, Sabbathless satan! he whh his unglad Task ever plies mid rotatbry burnings, That round and round incalculably reel For wrath divine hath made him like .
 wheel In that red realm from which are no re-
 turnings; e. Where toiling, and turmoiling ever ands He, and his thoughts, keep pensiye work
 ing day :.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
Festival Programme.

"Mr. Damrosch has submitted tentative programmes for the music festival to be held here in April and they are likely to be accepted by the local management with few changes" said member of the festival committee.
 There will be five concerts and each bill is to be exceptionally attractive. Among the numbers that will appeal to all music-lovers is Dvorak's New World symphony entire, and the chorale from Wagner's 'Meistersnger.' I am especial ly fond of chorales, and l recall none more beautiful than this of Wagners. The last time I heard it was when I at tended a performance of the 'Meister- singer in Cincinnati under MT. Dam rosch's direction; and it has been running through my head ever since.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

Robert G. Hiden, whose resignation as associate editor of The Birmingham News, becomes effective March 20, Is a man of versatile talents and is one of the best equipped newspaper men The Richmond Times, now The Times Dispatch, his capacity was always well in evidence, and during his connection with The News he has won marked dis tinction as it's chief editorial writer. Mr Hiden is yet young man and after a little needed rest he will doubtless be found in harness again as a mem- Der of the staff of one of the leading dailies of the country.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
News of GreenviIle.

Greenville, March 9.-(Special )-The funeral of John Jefferson Hinson, young est child of MT. and Mrs. Asa Hinson of Pensacola, took place this afternoon at the residence of A. T. Hinson and was conducted by Rev. l.. l.. Cwaltney. In- terment was made at Magnolia cemtery Nearly two weeks ago the child, a lad of Il years. stuck a ihin his foot, which went almost entirely through and lockjaw resulted. This caused his death. Mir Hinson and family were residents of this place until about a year ago.
 A party was given last night at the residence of w. R. Martin by the Baptist Young Peoples union an organization which is very enthusiastic and flourish ing. The young members made delight full success of the affair.
 Miss Vernon Black of Birmingham is the guest of relatives today en route to Century. Fla.
 Mrs w. s. Watson, who has been i'll for some weeks, will leave in the morn ing for Mobile. She will be accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. Pearl King.
 A district conference Is being held by the Knights of Pythias at Georgiana today. a number of the knights from this city gre in attendance. The people of the neighboring town have made great preparations for the entertainment of the visitors
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
SENATOR DANIEL
 IS MUCH BETTER

Lynchburg Va, March 9.--It is stated at the home here of Senator John W. Daniel tonight that reports to the eff feet that the Senator was paralyzed at Davtona, Fla, last night, are incorrect A telegram received today from Fred erick Harper, the senator's son-in-law and law partner, who is with him in Florida, contained the information that Senator Daniel Is rapidly recovering his I, I,aalfh.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
PLATES FUNERAL
 OCCURS AT OWEGO

Owego, N. r., March 9.-On a hill over locking tile city of his birth, the body of Thomas Collier Piatt, former United publican leader of New York state, was ba'hd l. day. The ceremonies at the First Presbyterian church and at the grave were brief, and attended by many of his former political followers and friends.
 The little church where the funeral services were conducted was filled to the doors. The body of the aged senator lay in state close to the chaneel, where 1t was viewed by scores of people. Senator Flatt's loyalty to his friends was the keynote cf the eulogy delivered by the Rev. C.. ge Douglass Young, who said in part:
 His ~as genius for political orgari- zai,n There has never been a shrewder. better organizer, and be had what many another in political l:fe lacked in a dauntless courage. But when you have said all this, you still have left unsai1 that which gave him his chief power, which was the making of friendships.
 '"Fhe larger part of power to awaken devotion grew out of latent forces within the>reach of him. As l sec them, they were faith in men love for men, and loy- alty to his friends
 The senator's bcdy was placed In grave beside that of his first wife, in Eve green cemetery.
 Delegations of New York representa- tives in Congress and from the state leg isAlture attended the funeral services. Neither Senator Root nor Senator Depew was present, President and Mrs. Taft, Senator and Mrs. Depew and many others sent flowers.
 Public offices and business houses were closed during the funeral
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
Neu. of Rny Ninette.

Ray Minette, March 9.-(SpeciaL)-y The clerk of the circuit court has giyoh out the list of jurors for the coming term of court. which begins the last week in this month
 word has reached this place that the fine home of Archie McMillan at Stock ion had burned to the ground Tuesday afternoon. The fire originated in the attic. Some of the furnishings were saved. The loss will probably reach several thousand dollars.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
D..d Body Found in ntver.

Columbus, Ga, March 9.--The body of T. c. Cunningham. who disappeared from his home here January %, following fight with two men in a near-beer sa- loon. was found today in the Chattahoo- chee river. Although more than $2o in cash was found in his pockets today, his elativcs assert their belief that Crnrirg- ham was murdered and will institute thorough investigation. The coroner's jury rendered a negative verdict
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
LITTLE PROGRESS
 IN TARIFF AFFAIRS

Washington, March 9.-Little progress is being made in the tariff negotiations be- tween the United States and France, ana at the present moment. the indications of a speedy settlement of the questions involved are not encouraging.
 The United States has insisted rom tns outset upon the French minimum rates of the Payne -Aldrich act, and up to tni4 time the procla nations issued py ths |, esi..ent extending these rates to fcr- eirn countries have been based upon fks colce ssions to the United States.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
Rights in Union Label.

Cincinnati, March 9.-rxQperty rights to the union label by unions other than the Typographical union were discussed by the officers of the National Union of Allied Printing crafts here today. The Typographical union claims copyright on the union label but allow~ other unions the use of 1t as long as they can protect it. No action was taken, but a meeting was called to be held at In- dianapolis in April to take up the case.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

whose success in "Elektra" at the Man haitian opera house, New York, is the talk of the country.
 Madame Mazarin is great artist and a great musical sensation" said music lover, who heard her recently. "It would be well if the Birmingham festival man. agement could secure her for one of the concerts in addition to the solo quartet that Mir Damrosch brings She would be sufficient attraction to fill any house.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
REFLECTIONS OF A BACHELOR.

From the New York Press.
 If the public lid 10 corporations what the corporations do to the public they'd wsnt to put the whole human race in jail.
 A man can make himself think he's aiming to te a great patriot when what he's doing Is chasing a public job.
 The chief thing that keeps young women from wishing they were men is they couldn't have such nice. long. wavy taIr.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
Allowance Is Small.

Washington, March 9.-Philander c. Knox, Urn has been cut off with an all lowance of about s100 a month, which his mother will provide him, 1t was learned here today on good authority, although no member of the Knox fam fly would make any statement in re- gard to the matter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
w. J. Bryan in Brasil.

Sac Paulo. Brazil. March 9.-Will;am J. Bryan arrived here today and was given cordial welcome. He paid visit to the civic authorities and this after noon delivered lecture which was large ly. attended. MT. Bryan will go from here to Rio Janeir0
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
Nexx York Editor Dead.

s New York, March 9-David Alexander Munroe, assistant editor of the North American review, died late tonight of complication of diseases. aged 59 years. For the 10 years previous to the advent of Col. George B. H. liar vey he was manager and editor Mir. Munroe was born in Scotland.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
In the south.

"l happened to be in Virginia last week when the legislature voted down the Anti Saloon leagues statewide prohibition referendum bill,' said John H. Murray of Philadelphia, and I would judge from the sentiment in the Old Dominion that local option will continue to be the policy there for the years to come. l was in Alexandria, Richmond. and Norfolk and the business men of those cities were very pronounced against statewide prohibi- tion. And I was told that even the farm CTS of Virginia, the majority of whom were supposed to be prohibitionists, were strongly in favor of letting well enough alone.
 'The great majority of the people of Virginia are democrats and they argue that as local option is a good old dem ocratic doctrine, it should not be aban- doned merely to satisfy professional agi- tators and fanatics. Maryland, like Vir- ginia, has rejected statewide prohibi- tion. and it is safe to say that Alabama and Georgia, both having cities of con- siderable size, and both having statewide prohibition, will ultimately repeal their puritsnical laws and restore the local option system. I am familiar with North Carolina, and the blind tigers are run ming riot in that state. Georgia, I un- derstand, Is very indifferent to her so- called prohibition laws. Alabama is the only state that know about where dras- tic laws are being fairly well enforced. Every good citizen is in favor of obeying the laws and 1t Is something to Alabama s credit that 1t leads its sister states in the matter of obeying the prohibition
 laws. even if they are extreme. But all tins sort of legislation is radical and
 extremely narrow. and state is cer-
 tainly thought better of abroad that Is
 controlled by conservative element
 rather than by extrenists.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

The Japanese are turning out base balls at low prices, and they are also turning out high grade players, all though no Hans Wagner or Ty Cobb Rising Sun.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
Political Story Is Denied.

Indianapolis, March Swallowing the publication of a statement by the late Senator Platt to the effect that former President Benjamin Harrison had indi- rectly offered him the position of secre- tary of the treasury, w. H. Fl. Miller, at torney general under President Harri- son, and the former Presidents law part ner, today gave out a statement denying that MT. Platt had been promised po- sition in the cabinet.
 MT Miller quotes letter from Pres ident Harrison. which says in part:
 "It seems a little hard that man who had made as good record as l on the subject of promises, while a candidate and while in office, should be subjected to the imputation-if one is conveyed that I had promised cabinet office to Platt I promptly negatived the sug- gestion from New York that l should make some promise.
 "As to MT Platt, as I told him when ne came to see me after the election, never had so much as suspicion that he want ed a cabinet office, nor had l thought at any time of giving him one
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
New Public Building Planned.

Washington, March 9.-A bill author izing the construction of building in Washington for the departments of state, Justice and commerce and labor was passed today by the Senate. The limit of cost Is fixed at $12,000,000. 9
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

The higher meat prices soar the more people join the boycott II is tough struggle between manipulating pack CTS and the consumers and the latter are saving money.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

Statistics give each man, woman and child in the country sS4.s7 in money, but the present apportionment has given John D. much moro than that and others none at all.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

The effort to form two Nicara guas should be dscountenanced. One Is a surfeit
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

Ex-Senator Jim Gordon Is going home with a revised idea of the United States Senate.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
NARfESAKE.

"A fellow asked for George, Wash ington yesterday over the tele,honew Trying to be funny?"
 NO; George Wash ington has apress- ing parlor' on F'ifty-fourth strtet."
 PAUL CdOK.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

Senator Aids, it appears, needed the money, and he took it. and his attempt 10 find a scapegoat will not now be accepted.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

The proposed postal savings banks cannot thrive if the cost of living con- tinues to go up.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

Bath House John, Chicago's favorite statesman, is about to begin his tenth consecutive term in the city council.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

The Astors are finally divorced and the New York papers will before the end of the year keep them off the front page, let us hope
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

The peach growers bewail the pos sible effects of warm weather early in March, thus crossing a bridge long before they come to it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

Mrs. Astor's next husband will pre- sumably have title and be extremely English.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

Some of this March weather should 1, 1913.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10
MELobA.
MELoDMA, I've just been rdhg a poem en- ed, Ride Swift, ol .'" Sounds like a lint once heard il
CONSIDERABLE MTHER.

Coming from the poAfice Thurs day morning we ran slahab against. Charley Watson, who ifs way upa near the North Pole andwho is ac- quainted with the two Ikimos who saw Doctor Cook make hl great dis covery. Charley, who is own on a business trip, says the weher where he lives up in North DaRta is im-, mense; ice is frozen in thebonds andS rivers 32 inches thick, and t. ice men began cutting In September krhe wind does not blow very much when it tries to the temperature freees 1t and converts 1t into liquid air, aa lots of the farmers are getting rics cutting the wind up into chunks au selling it to refrigerator companies ad pack ing house men. ashingth, Mo-, Palladium.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-03-10

The noise you hear occasionally is not an earthquake. It is the price of eggs taking a tumble. Long live the little brown hen.