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The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
TUSKEGEE SOCIETY

Tuskegee, December 15.-(Special.)-T members of the Sappho club enjoyed the gracious hospitality of Miss Mable Mas sey this afternoon at her home on Main street, the apartments open to the guests being beautifully decorated in flowers and ferns carrying out the Christmas colors.
 programme on George Eliot, the pres ent subject of study, was carried out in full; roll call being responded to with bit of the authors philosophy, and interesting papers being read by Mrs. Winona Hill, Miss Mary Belle Howard, Miss Lorraine Wright, Mrs. Peter Preer and Mrs. D. E. Laslie. The guests of the club were Miss Noble and Miss Inglis tof Richmond, Va. After the business ses- sion delightful refreshments were served.
 Mrs G. c. Wright was hostess for the Round Table literary club yesterday aft ernoon at 8 o'clock, her home being ar tistically decorated for the occasion with a profusion of palms, ferns and chrysan- themums The following programme on the subject of music and actors was enjoyed: Roll cali, American Prima Donnas'' paper 'The Future of the American Prima Donna" Mrs. M. s. Dan ner; music instrumental Mrs. l.. C. Lewis; paper, Leaders of Orchestra (American), Mrs. M. H. Hurt; sketch of Mary Garden. Mrs. Walter Breedlove 'dizcusston hv' the club American Actor
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
News of Roanoke

Roanoke, December 16-(Special) )-Mr. and Mrs R. T. West of this place have issued invitations to the marriage of their daughter. Miss Ida Bernice, to Rev. Clare Purcell. the ceremony to occur in the Roanoke Methodist church at 230 O clock Wednesday afternoon, December 2S. I'm mediately after the ceremony the bridal pair will leave on the Central of Georgia upon a visit to relatives of the groom elect in Troy and Columbia.
 Mir. Purcell is one of the prominent young men of the North Alabama con ference. and this year filled the unexpired term of Rev. S. E. Wasson as pastor of the First Methodist church of Huntsville, at its recent session in Huntsville. At that time he was assigned to the Method list church at Madison, near Huntsville, 10 which place he will take his bride after their honeymoon trip in South Alabama. Miss West Is a teacher in Roanoke col lcge and is a most worthy and lovable young woman.
 In the death of Mrs Nelson Burden, which occurred at her home near Roanoke on the 18th, the oldest citizen of Randolph county passed away. She was in her ninety-eighth year She was the mother of Rev. c. J. Burden of Lafayette. and cf w. A. Burden of Roanoke.
 Rev. H. M. Stevenson and family are visiting relatives in this place en route to their future, home in Huntsville MT. Stevenson has been assigned to the pas torate of Holmes Street Methodist church of that city, and will arrive with his family Saturday to enter upon his duties.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
EDDY REQUESTS TO
 HEIRS LESSENED

New York, December 15.-The lapse of years has brought changes that ma terially lessen the liabilities of the es- tate of Mrs. Mary Baker Eddy to in dividual legatees in this city and which correspondingly enrich the residuary estate willed to the mother church in Boston. The provision of the codicil of November, 1903, devislng to the sec ond church of Christian Science, this city sum not to exceed $175,000 and suf f1cient to pay off the mortgage on the property will now call for only s7O.- 900 as the congregation has in the meantime reduced the mortgage by the difference belween the two amounts.
 Mrs. Pamalea J. Leonard of Brook lyn, named in the will as the benefi- ciary of $3o00, has died and the bequest reverts to the residuary.
 Mrs. Augusta Stetson's crown of dia monds breastpin is a gift returned. The jeweler who sold 1t to Mrs Stetson nine yeats ago said today that he re- membered the sale well. The stones were carefully selected, paired and the crown was worth about 5000. Mrs. Stetson ordered 1t sent to Mrs. Eddy at Concord, IN. I.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
PYTHIANS CONFER
 VETERAN HONORS Annie Sewell Dies From Very
 Severe Burns
CAUSED BY OPEN CRATE
EdmundsOn as Bessemer Deputy Meets With Great Approval.
 Gilbert Will Go West

Bessemer, December 15.-(Special.)- Myrtle-Linton lodge, Knights of Pythias, held most interesting and enjoyable meeting last night at their Castle hall on Twentieth street
 The attendance was large and included a number of prominent Knights from Birmingham. An interesting feature was the presentation of veteran badges to two members of the order who have borne their knightly spurs for a period of 25 years. Jeff Clay and M Kennedy were the recipients The presentation speech Clay Jones. The rank of knight was conferred on two esquires, Frank Laird and M. J. Brooks, who had won their way to knighthood by sure and certain tests. The degree was conferred in ampli- lied form. D. D. G. c. Guy R. Coleman assisting in the work.
 After the completion of the ceremonies the entire lodge adjourned to the Bon Ton cafe, where an elegant banquet was enjoyed. Judge Jones acted as master of ceremonies. Speeches were made by Guy R. Johnson, B. c. Jones, c. B. Rogers and other members of the order. The spread was splendid and reflected much credit on the caterers, and was thorough ly appreciated by the assembled guests, which numbered about 150. The entire evening was a splendid affair, all the de- tails were perfectly carried out and the occasion will long be remembered by the participants
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
MEETINGS
 ARE HELD AT ENSLEY
Rev. John Matthews Is Draw Z ing Large Crowds
BIG RECEPTION GIVEN
Mrs. John England Tenders Notable Reception in Honor of Miss Lucille HarrIson-Ladies of Chris
 tian Church Hold Bazar

Those who attended the opening ser vice at the series of mission meetings that are being conducted at St. Johns s Episcopal church by Rev. John R. Mat thews, missioner for the diocese of Ala bama, were given a spiritual and intel lectuaI treat. The service was informal, a shortened evening service being used. Mr. Matthews, who enjoys national reputation in mission work, is forceful and interesting speaker, and presents his subject earnestly and convincingly. His interpretation of the Bible stories afford much food for thought and made deep impression. on his hearers. The mission services will continue about week with two services daily. MT. Matthews Is a great Bible teacher and will give Bible teachings at the 10:8O morning service. The eevning service will be at 7:45 The rector, Rev. II. T. Walden, extends cor dial invitation to all people to attend these services, and assures them that they will enjoy the preaching and teaching of this truly consecrated missioner.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
LITTLE HOPE FOR
 SAFETY OF MINERS

Denver, Colo, December 15.-Little hope is held out for the safety of the 10 min CTS entombed in the Leyden mine, 1e miles northwest of this city, as the result of a fire which spread to shaft No. 2 last night, cut off the escape of the men and destroyed the shaft and the tipple, as well as other surface buildings.
 The government rescue car sent from Trinidad reached Denver this evening and was transferred to a line of the Denver City Tramway company, which owns the mine Probably no attempt will be made to send rescuers into the mine before to- morrow morning owing to foul air.
 The entombed men had one chance of saving their lives, and that was by escap- ing to a section of the mine which is separated from that portion in which the fire Is raging. While no air shaft con meets with this part of the mine the good air already there possibly would sustain life until rescuers could reach them.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
ROBIN ]. COOPER
 WEEDS MISS SMITH

Louisville, Ky, December 15.-Miss Eva Lee Smith, daughter of President Milton H. Smith of the Louisville and Nashville railroad, was married here this evening at the home of her parents to Robin J. Cooper of Nashville, Tenn. Later In the evening Mir. and Mrs. Cooper will leave for New Orleans, where they will sail for Panama, December r.
 The case of young Cooper, who with lis father, Col. Duncan B. Cooper, was charged with the murder of ex-Senator F. w. Carmack in Nashville two years ago, was recently dismissed and a peti- ton to set aside the dismissal was denied by the court. Colonel Cooper was con- victed. getting a 2O-year prison sentence, but was pardoned by Governor Patter- son.
 William Cooper of Lafollette, Tenn. was his brothers best man, and Sidney and Milton Smith, brothers of the bride, were ribbon bearers.
 Among the out-of-town guests were Col. Duncan B. Cooper, father of the groom, and Miss Majorie Pearson of Asheville, N. C.
 MT and Mrs Cooper will be at home in Nashville after January.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
ROBS BANK AND
 KILLS HIMSELF

salina. Kan, December 15.-1ra Ward, so years old, who. 1t is said, this morning robbed the State Bank of Paradise at Paradise Kan, securing s25OO, killed him self when surrounded by a posse of farmers 14 miles north of that place to- day.
 Wards suicide came as a climax to a most sensational robbery. He had made d hard ride for liberty but as the farm CTS over the entire section had been noti- fled by telephone the posse easily picked up his trail.
 For five hours he eluded the farmers, but about sundown he was surrounded. When the members of the posse reached his side they found $2500 which Ward had stolen from the bank. The bank of- fcals say that all the stolen money was recovered.
 Ward, who lives 12 miles northeast of Luray, Kan, went to Paradise last night He told the people there he was riding across the state on a wager and he at tracted only casual notice.
 This morning he went to a hardware store and bought a revolver. ammu milton and a col of rope. He then went to the bank where he covered Cashier Bert O'Brien and four other men wi al the weapon. After the safe had been opened by the cashier at Wards di- rection the nve men were marched into a. back room and forced to lie on the floor The lone bandit then tied the men and gagged them with a gunny sack.
 After searching the vault. securing s2500. Ward walked over. to the hard ware store, purchased a rifle and a large number of cartridges and, mount tnr h fC oraid IT., a. short time the men in the bank were discovered by customers and were re- leased. posse was formed and start ed after Ward.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
BERNHARD SUSPECT
 CLAIMS INNOCENCE

Kansas City, Mo-, December 15.-"1 give my word before God that I am not guilty. I gave you gentlemen credit for better sense"
 This is the first statement made by John Feagle. alleged slayer of Emiline Bernhard, one of the four persons killed on the Bernhard farm south of here last week. when asked if he had anything to say about the charge.
 [ Feagle had just been arraigned, before Justice A L. Hayes at Olathe, Kan, and pleaded not guilty when he made the as- sertion. The prisoner who, was arrested early last Monday. had been rushed from Kansas City, Kan, to Olathe, to avoid the service of a writ of habeas corpus.
 Feagles sister. Mrs. Lucy Monroe. of Kansas City, Kan, made an application for the writ on the grounds that the police there had no right to hold her brother longer. Mrs. Monroe Is the wife of Gustave Monroe, the American who was killed in Mexico City on November 29 as he walked out of cafe
 Sam Bailey is still held for lnvestiga- ton in connection with the murdar.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
MOISANT DEFEATS
 FRENCH AVIATOR

Memphis, Tenn, December 15-rn the first aerial race for a purse ever held in the south, John B. Moisant of Chicago returned a winner over Rene Simon of France this afternoon. The race was for five miles over the old Montgomery Park racing course, and was finished by Mois- ant in minutes, 24 1-5 seconds. Simons time was 4-5 seconds slower.
 With the two machines, both mono planes of the B1eriot type, holding close to the track and travelling at an almost uniform height of 150 feet, it was a pretty race. Moisant was the first to ascend and darted across the starting point a half-minute before the French flyer. First Moisant heightened the distance between the two and then Simon caught up a bit on the straightaway section. Near the end several wide turns proved costly to Simon. fa AASulIfImra
 In the contest for altitude Simon won over Rene Barrier. He went to height or 3200 feet, while Barrier descended from the 1700-foot level.
 Mechanical troubles at the last moment prevented the anticipated race between Joe Seymour in his high-power Fiat au- tomcbile and Moisant in his monoplane. Tomorrow, 1t Is announced, the ground machine will be ready for the sprint.
 Exhibition flights at low attitudes conn pleted the programme today.
 In all s1650 will be awarded the winners of two aerial contests and a race between an air craft and an automobile. These purses, with others which will be com peted for tomorrow and Saturday, were made up by local commercial organiza- tions as an inducement to have the Mem pllis tournament extended until Sunday.
 It was announced today that two days tournament at Tupelo, Miss, will follow the local meeting. Prizes of $5000 have been offered by the business inter- csts of the little city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
and the Roles Which Make Them Fla

and the Roles Which Make Them Fla nous"
 The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President, Miss An nette Howard; vice president, Mrs. M H. Hurt; secretary and treasurer, Mrs L. c. Lewis; critic, Mrs. s. P. Hearne The prospectus for the coming year will include the study of Greece and Italy Al the conclusion of the meeting a de- licous luncheon was served.
 The Rev. l.. H. s. Chappelle, who for the past three years has been pastor of the Methodist church here, will leave soon for Chipley, Fla, having been trans ferred to this place by the recent confer ence held at Troy. The Rev. J. A. Thompson of Marion will i'll the pulpit left vacant by the removal of the Rev Chappelle.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16

legislature to repeal an act approved Au- gust IS, 1909, providing for the holding of two terms each year of the circuit court of Marshall county at Albertville.
 Work on the water works Is progressing nicely. E. M. Newbourne of Birmingham has contract to sink the well. The res- ervoir Is fast assuming shape. the exca- vation has been completed and the con- crete wall is being put In.
 The town council has issued an ordi- mace calling an election January 16, 1911, to find out whether or not the people of the town shall issue bonds for the con- struction of an electric light plant to be run in connection with the water works. The amount of bonds wanted Is $7000
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
ShertR Appointments

The announcement by Sheriff Me
 Adory of his official staff has caused
 much interest in Bessemer where for
 months the outcome has been a subject of much speculation. Everyone indorses the sheriff's selection of Lacey Ed mundson as chief deputy. who was de- feated by only two votes for mayor by MT. Lewis. Deputy Sheriffs J. N Smitheson and W. D. Houston, both of Jonesboro, are prominent in the dis
 trict. and are equipped for the office by their former experience about the
 courts and sheriff's office during the term of Sheriff Higdon. These appoint
 ments will receive the appreciation oi the public at large.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
Local Items

Much interest is being shown by the citizens of Bessemer in the sale of Red Cross seals for the benefit of the camp on Red mountain. The seals are going rapidly but they can still be se- cured at Fultons and Lewis drug stores.
 Five hundred dollars damages was allowed Andrew Jones. plaintiff In suit against the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company for alleged injuries received while passenger on the South line.
 The ladies of the First Presbyterian church have on display at the store of R. M. Mingea a most beautiful lot of fancy articles for sale, and anyone de- siring pretty things for Christmas. pres ents can find wide assortment for selec- tions. The public is cordially invited to the bazar. which will be open until Sat urday evening.
 The head officials of the Atlanta, Bir- mingham and Atlantic railroad spent yes- terday in Bessemer looking over the property of the line between Bessemer and Mulga- Indications at present are that the company will make within the next few months some very valuable additions to the holdings in Bessemer. from which probably Bessemer and vI- cinity will greatly benefit.
 At a business meeting of the Baptist church, after prayer meeting Wednesday night, the following officers were elected for the coming year: C. G. Moore, sup er1ntendent; c. Herbert, assistant super intendent; Judge J. c. B. Gwin, secre- tary-treasurer; Miss Irene Jenkins, or ganist; Miss Orrie Keith, assistant or ganist; Bryan T. Walker, musical direc- tor, and MT. Moore. church clerk, re- elected. All members are requested to be present Sunday morning to hear the report.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
Negro Run Over By Car

A negro man was run oyer last night about 12 o'clock by Boyles car at Forty fifth street and Fifteenth avenue. the accident resulting in the loss of his right leg and dangerous bruises about the head and body. The name of the negro was not learned though several other negroes who had congregated at the scene of the accident recognized him as a switchnan in the employ of one of the railroad yards It is said that he was drunk and had lain down by the side of the track. He was rushed to St. vincents hospital in very serious condition, and it is doubtful whether he will survive his injuries.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
Personal

Mrs. J. M. Lovett and little son, Cor Con, of New Canton, H.. are now with Miss Mary Lovett, with whom they will spend the winter.
 Miss Sadie Sturdevant, Miss Carrie Louise Brandon and Miss Esther Barrett will reach home today from the Athens Female college to spend the holidays.
 Walter Scott, the 8-year-old son of MT. and Mrs. J. F. Jones of Adger, died Wednesday.
 Miss Mattle Morgan, who is spending the winter with MT. and Mrs. J. F. Ssurdevant, will leave for Gadsden today to spend the holidays.
 The members of the Baptist choir are requested to meet for choir practice at the church tonight.
 MT. Handle of Columbus, Miss, who has accepted a position with W. D. Taylor. will move his wife to Bessemer in the near future.
 The members of the Methodist choir are requested to meet Miss Rogers at the auditorium tonight.
 The young men will give a dance to- night at the athletic hall complimentary to their young lady friends. number of out-of-town guests will attend.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
Person al

George L. Braugh of Eutaw is in the city visiting friends.
 A. q Overton, who has been i'll with typhoid fever for some time past, Is convalescent.
 Miss Mary Green of Hopkinsville, Ky, is the guest of Mrs. J. N. Girod on Ave rue D.
 Miss Lonnie Maxwell and Miss Myr- tie Pitts of Brookwood, who have been the guests of Miss Pearl Cawthorn, re- turned to their home yesterday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
WAR DEPLORED BY
 LEADERS OF MEN
CONTINUED FROM PAGE D

 of the Prince of Peace upon their boun- dary line up in the Andes, engraving thereon, Sooner shall these mountains crumble into dust than Chileans and Ar gentians break their VOW never to at tack each other made at the foot of this same Prince of Peace.' Norway and Sweden did so, and more recently Belgium and the Netherlands have followed Sure ly the two branches of our English speaking race should follow their ex- ample.
 Obstacles fin the Path
 ''The obstacle in our path hitherto has been the desire of nations to sit in judg- ment in their own cause, practice which would condemn any judge to infamy. No nation should do so. The man who sits m Judgment In his own cause violates the first principle of natural justice and is dlshonored. So should nations besthat in sjst upon doing so. As for honor, no man ever dishonored another; no nation ever diahonored another. It Is impossibe-all honor wounds are self-infiicted" -f.
 MT. Carnegie deplored the crime of kill ing which is the moral wrong for which war should be abolished. He said 1t was the wish of Washington, Lincoln. Grant and Sherman that war might cease for eyer, and he commended the German Elm peror for his efforts to restrict private war-'duelling the army and navy.
 Tn all this" he continued, i've note the supreme importance attached to the moral equation, the outstanding question of right to wrong-the religious and moral issues. the appeal to conscience, not the pocket is the paramount issue. That war is costly is true, but this loss must be endured; that it is a crime, a heinous crime. for men to kill each other, is the truth that insures its speedy abolition"
 He concluded with an appeal to the so- ciety to cooperate with all peace organ izations "as fellow workers privileged to work In the grandest of causes-that war be abolished from the face of the earth. "
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
New. From AlbertviIle

Albertville, December 15.-(Special.)- .)- Dr. Curtis F. Smith and Miss Flora Bison were married at the Methodist parsonage here last night, the Rev. w. W. Dorman officiating. Dr. Smith is young dentist. an honor graduate of Birmingham Dental college and is the oldest son of MT. and Mrs. Willis Smith. Mrs. Smith Is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bison and Is popular and has many accomplishments. The marriage was surprise to their friends.
 Marshall county's representative-elect has notified the people that he will intro duce biu in tho coming session ct thG
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
MT. Gilbert Will Go West

On account of his health Walter L. Gilbert, well known in this city through his connections with the press, is pre- pairing to leave for Oklahoma. MT. Gill bert, who has been in i'll health for some time,, is following the advice of his physicians in seeking the benefits of another climate. He came to Bes- semer eig..- years ago and conducted, with much ability for five years, the Bessemer department of the Birming- ham Daily News. Afterward he aban- doned this work to assume the respon- sibility of the Bessemer Daily Times. which he conducted with the most flat tering success. He was once president of the Alabama Press association and was for one year vice president of the Bessemer Board of Trade. Wide regret Is expressed in anticipation of Mr. Gilbert's absence, and his family and the public will await any good news resulting from the change.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-16
Child Dies From Burns

Annie May Sewell. the 7-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. S. Sewell of Adger, died this morning as result of burns received yesterday The little one was playing in the front room while her parents were in the dining room At tracted by the child's screams they rushed in to find the child in flames, her clothing having caught fire from the open grate. They quickly subdued the flames but the child was fatally burned and died this morning. Interment will be at Bethel cemetery.