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The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
AUTOMOBILE PLANT
 NEWEST INDUSTRY
Thorough Test Is Being Given
 Machines
WILL BE READY SOON
Capacity Is to He One Automobile Day and Arrangements Have AIrendy Been Made for Enlarge
 ncnts and Extensions

One of the newest and at the same time one of the most important small indus tries of the Birmingham district is the plant of the Great Southern Autono- bile compnay. located at Third avenue and Eighth street.
 The plant has been. in operation about enc year. but no machines have yet been placed on the market for the reason that the mana cement Is desirous of demon stratng thoroughly every characteristic and possibility of the machines they pro pose to manufacture before they are of- fered to the trade.
 The plant has been busy installing the best machinery and working out plans anG improving the parts that are to go into the Birmingham product.
 It is expected that the first machines will be ready for the market In about 90 maybe 60 days. Twenty-Five machines are now being assembled and put in shape for the finishing touches and then for the road.
 A good force of men has been employed for almost & year and when the plant is finally given clearance card, with all demonstrations completed and proven, if will be one of the busiest little indus tries in the Birmingham district.
 The capacity is to be ono machine q day with 8 pay roll of about S25eo 8 week.
 Plans are about complete now for the expenditure of an additional s1oo000 for increased equipment and new departments including machinery, tools, iron, brass steel and aluminium foundries. A dror forge shop is now being constructed and uay 1. Special furnaces will be pro vided for the heat treatment and har- dening of high alloy steeis that go into the manufacture of automobile parts.
 The plan of the company Is to manu- fracture from the raw material all the motors. transmissons, axles and other component parts of the automobile. This is something that is not done by any other selling plant in the country.
 The Great Southern Automobile com pany is exclusively Birmingham enter prise and one that should be of great industrial value to the city and district The present plant occupies floor space of 20.000 square feet and this will be greatly enlarged when the plant Is ready for full operation.
 The officers of the company are F. r. Enslen. president; Ike Adler, vice presi- dent; John J. Kyser, secretary and treas | urer; F.. F. Enslen, general manager and l chief engineer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
FINAL STEPS TAKEN
 IN $1,OOO,OOO SALE
RAMSAY AND M'CoRMACk MAKE oF- FICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT REG AHD- ING PURCHASE OF ALABAMA GEORGIA IRON co. PROPERTIES

1t was officially announced here yes Alabama Georgia Iron company. the total value of which is over $,000, GOO. has been purchased by Ramsay and Mccormack If Birmingham. The purchase was made through a company which is controlled l,y the Birmingham financiers.
 Negotiations have been under way for inc sale of this property for some time. but were only concluded by Erskine Ram say in New York few days ago Final rapers have been signed and the new owners propose to take charge at once. Subsequent to the announcement of the closing up of the deal it was announced by Mir Ramsay that plans were being made to operate the ore properties and to take other steps to improve the new holdings
 "It is our intention 10 allow the furnace at Cedsrtown to remain closed Tor some time yet" said MT. Ramsay. The fur mace is charcoal one and has been down for several months. We will not start i. at once. However. we have some of the Ore mines running now. We Will Stdrl up the idle ones within a short time or will lease them to other interests The serv- ioses of A. Griggs. who has been in charge Of the Cedartown plants, will be retained. at least temporarily. The or ganzation will probably remain intact
 Our company will take such steps and make such plans as will cause the oper- stions of the new properties to be on n reliable basis
 The local industrial men purchased one charcoal furnace located at Cedartown, Ga. one grist mill at Cedartown, four brown ore mines located at Grady. Chero- kee. Reed and Frog mountain, so acres in the heart of Cedartown and in addition 1o,0o0 acres of brown ore lands On the ore lands is forest of charcoal timber which will be cut and consumed at the furnace at Cedartown when it is de- termined to operate the plant.
 Mr. Griggs. who has been retained by Ramsay and Mccormack 10 handle their now properties, is well known here. He vas for some time with the Alabama Great Southern railroad in this city. He assumed charge of the properties at Cedartown when he left Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
PRESIDENT PALMER
 WILL BE HERE SOON

For the purpose of making an inspection of the work on the American Steel and Wire company's plant, President William Palmer, Vice President Miller and F. II. Daniel, chief engineer of that company, will reach Birmingham within tho next few days.
 President Palmer has not been here in several months and is coming for the purpose of getting in personal touch with the work as it is advancing.
 President Palmer will probably remain here several days He is well known in Birmingham and very popular, and Will receive a warm welcome from local indus trial men.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
STILL WRESTLING WITH
 THE VIADUCT QUESTION

maine Boyd represented the city, whis E. D. Smith. L. sevor, John r. Tillman. A. D. Lighner. ]. N. Mcqueen and A. fl. Ford represented the corporations.
 It is understood that on the most im- portant questions there was no little dif- ference of opinion. and if required eonsids erable legal argument to get the various clauses strengthened out.
 The final draft of the agreement will ,s completed today and submitted to the whole of the legislative committee, which will decide upon what future course to pursue.
 All the participants are absolutely sworn to secrecy, and refuse to divuiss any of the plans. Concessions had fo bs made on both sides on matters such as whether streets. avenues and alleys shall be closed indefinitely who shall bear tha property damages. and furnish the right of way, who will build the abuttinents and maintain the roadway. when must work begin on the second viaduct?
 The final action on these matters call not be learned until the agreement is completed and made public As one si- derman said last night. "rhc agreement is not yet completed. and may be changed in 6 dozen different ways before the eon- nittees get through with it today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
SHOW CONFIDENCE IN BODEKER'S WORK
SECRETARY RNALL INSTRUCTED H, POLICE COMMISSION TO THANK GEORGE II. ESTES FOR HIS PuB- IIC SERVICES

At the regular meeting of the police commission. held yesterday morning, Sec rctary Ryall was instructed to write George H. Estes a letter, expressing the confidence of the commission in the abil- iiv of Chief Bodcker to enforce the law Tn addition to this. Officers John McNeal- is and E. w. Karrh were discharged from the police force and six others suspended.
 The letter of Mir Estes, stating that vice was fragrant in Birmingham, based on investigations made by C. w. Aus tin, was received, read and ordered filed
 In reply the secretary was instructed to write MT Estes expressing the appre- citation of the police commission at his work through private agency; that it was glad to know that the work had been successful. resulting in a large num- Der of indictments by the grand jury that it was the duty of all good citizens to see that the laws were enforced; that the report of MT Estes had been read and that the police commission had every confidence in Chief Bodeker and the po- lice department to see that all laws were fully and impartially enforced.
 The commission suspended Officers B. r. Morgan. W. F. Reynolds, l. l.. Clem- ents and James Daly for 10 days, charged with neglect of duty. officer W. F. Given was suspended for 15 days and Officer w. H. Nation for 30 days on like charges.
 The report of Chief Bodel1er of the work done by the police department dur ing the month of November was received and approved.
 The meeting of the commission was a lengthy one, considerable time being con stunned discussing the letter of Mir. Estes and in hearing the evidence against the eight officers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
coNFEREEs ARE SWORN TO sE- CREcY AND NOTHING WILL BE GIVEN OUT UNTIL FINAL AGREE MEST IS REACHED

The railroads and the representatives of the city spent all of yesterday drawing up the agreement on the viaduct proposi- ton, This morning it will be completed, finally passed upon, and will be ready for presentation.
 .If the attorneys decide that special called meeting of the council can act on the question:, I think the aldermen will meet at once. and get through with the work said Mayor Culpepper Exum. "but fl is possible that it cannot be legally acted upon until the next regular meeting. In that case. think the railroads and aldermen will agree to let the public have the text of the proposed agreement without further delay"
 Yesterday from 10 o'clock until o'clock the various representatives wrestled oyer the agreement in the office of L. sevier. subcommittee. composed of Mayor Exum, Alderman Walter Moore, City Clerk Shropshire and City Attorney Ro-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
'. VI. c. \. SERVICES
Rev. J. ID. Arnold Will Talk on "A
 Tragedy and Triumph"

The meetings for men being held at the Pastime theatre every Sunday under the auspices of the Young Mems Christian association arc attracting large audiences and much interest is manifested by those in attendance.
 "A Tragedy and Triumph will be the subject of special address by the Rev l. D. Arnold tomorrow afternoon MT Arnold is thoughtful and helpful speak cI. and his address on this subject will be Of unusual interest.
 The preliminary service begins at s;s' with selections by the association orches- trc. The singing of familiar hymns is a popular feature of these meetings.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10

Every effort is being made to increase the sale of the Red Cross stamps Tor Christmas packages and letters. The proceeds will be used in the fight against tuberculosis and they can be procured at most of the downstown stores.
 Dr. George Eaves, temporary secretary of the Birmingham pastors union said last night:
 "The pastors of the city are reminded Of their promise to draw the attention Of their congregations to the sale of Red Cross stamps in aid of the antl-tubercu losis camp on Red mountain.
 Tt should be said that every letter and parcel sent out this Christmas ought
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
ALL URGED TO HELP SALE
 OF THE RED CROSS STAMPS

10 bear one or more of these stamps as tribute to q great work of love and wis dom. People should undestand that tho stamps should be affixed not to the faes but to the back of the letters This is. especially important in regard 10 mail addressed to foreign countries. II must above all be made clear that the stamps do not take the place of government postage stamps. but are a voluntary act Of grace.
 This is our part of the work of tho National Rcd Cross. and will pnt our local fight against consumption in good shape Get your stamps. Pastors please nelp the Red Cross
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
Safety Men Leave for North

The snperintendents of the departments of safety connected with the companies of tho Steel corporation, who have been in session here, left for their homes yesterday. While here the local officers were shown all the operations in the district. The safety department heads seemed to be well pleased with the or Eanization here. While in the city the visitors were given two or three theatre parties and otherwise entertained.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
conrres.tionnI ser,lccs

The second service in the Advent series ar the Congregational chapel will be de- livered by the Rev. George Eaves, D. D., at IL a, m. tomorrow. The topic will be ''Why Was tho Savior JeW?" In the evening series at 80 on Pictures from Gods Story Book the topic wils be The Great Flood Bible school is at 10 a. m.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
rynh Avenue Presbyterian Service.

At the Fifth Avenue Presbyterian church. Fifth avenue and Eighteenth street. Dr l. D. Steele, pastor there will be preaching tomorrow at il a. m and 7:t0 p. m. by the pastor. The morning subject will be, Christ, His Thought Power, Soul Power, Vision power'' Sab bath school is at 9:30 8. m.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
CHAMBER INDORSES
 COMPASSION PLAN Hears Reports on Needs of
 Birmingham FALL ALABAMA" REPORT Press Tx Commended for Assistance Given in Making Census Jubilee
 succcss--Responscs to
 Ford's Query
FALL ALABAMA" REPORT

The Chamber of Commerce meeting yesterday afternoon was mtrospective. For two hours the members listened to the reading of short postal card essays oi What's the matter with Birmins- ham?"
 in all it was found that Birmingham has 25 big falings with any number of variations The need for diversified in dustries proved the most popular.
 No action was taken except the adop- ton of a resolution indorsing the commits sion form of government for Birmng- lam. and resolutions of appreciation for work done during the census jubilee
 President A. H. Ford was called away to attend the viaduct meeting just as the session began. As no vice president was on hand Secretary Joseph B. Babb called the meeting to order and Robert Jemf- son, Sr. was unanimously chosen to pre- side
 After the reading of the report of the publicity committee, of which Richard N Massey is chairman, the resolutions given below were adopted, and a rising vote of thanks was extended to Mir. Mas sey for the success of the census jubilee and his part in the undertaking.
 Report on All Alabama Meeting
 r. Y. Anderson reported for the delesa- ton which attended the All-Ala1bama movement conference in Mont gonnery. eve had a nne meeting-the best. T ever attended in Alabama," he said. and l wish to congratulate the president of the Alabama Business league, MT. Babb, upon it's success" T. H. Motion spoke of the meeting, and his announcement that "our secretary was elected to the presidency of the organization for the next 12 months" was greeted with ap- LIause. On Mr. Notions suggestion the board of directors was requested to pay the fee of $50 by which the Chamber ol Commerce can become a member of the state organization.
 Then began the reading of the 250 re- plies to the query which had been sent out by mail. What does Birmingham need. and how shall We get it?'
 At the close Maj. F. J. Anderson and Robert Jemson both declared that the piping of unlimited natural gas to Bir- mingham is the keynote to the solution of tine diversified industries problem. There were many other suggestions, but especially was it urged that the privilege tax on new plants be removed by the city.
 Upon the suggestion of James H. Hard q committee was appointed 10 draft suit , able resolutions on the death of Col II. F. DeBardeleben. MT. Hard is chair man of the committee and the other members will be announced later. l The needs of Birmingham. as brought out in the replies 10 President Ford : query, were tabulated as follows:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
THE WEATHER

Washington. December 9.-Forecast for Alabama: Local rains Saturday or Sunday night and probably Sunday; warmer Sat urday. light 10 moderate south winds
 Mssissippi Local rains Saturday in south and Saturday or Saturday night iIi north portion; warmer Sunday clear ing slightly colder in the interior: light to moderate south winds, becoming vaiia ble Sunday.
 Local office. United States weather but resu. Birmingham. Report for the 2f
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
Praise for Press

E Following are the resolutions of ap- preciation adopted by tho chamber
 "Irnder the auspices of and the i'm - petus given by the Chamber of Com ,nerce. there was held in this city on November 9 and 23 a celebration Tn the form of census jubilee, at which time Birmlnghan1's phenomenal growth aud prosperity during the past decade was hcra lded to the world aud thc gates of the city thrown open to wis itors from all sections, who assisted in the celebration; and
 "Whereas. the daily press of Bir- nlinshan responded most cordially to the jubilee suggestion, and were cX- tromelv vigorous in tho promulsation of tho idea thus materially adding to the success of the occs sion. be if
 Resolved. first, That the Chamber of Commerce goes on record officially as heartily appreciative of the efforts of The Age Herald. tho Birmingham News, and Birmingham Ledger which papers so materially added to the success of inc jubilee and reunion. and that an eApression of appreciation be extended these papers; be 1t further
 ''Resolved. second, That copies oi these resolutions he presented 10 the papers mentioned In these resolutions and as a further testimony that unan- imous rising vote be now and here taken as public expression of suc services
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-10
,ndorsc Commission Government

Indorsc Commission Government
 The following resolution. recommend ed by the board of directors, was unanimously adopted;
 "Whercas. the people of Birmingham have voted on the question. of the es- tahlish1nent by act of the legislature what is known as a commission form of governments
 "Wheress, the members of this cham ber have had full opportunity to con slider this form of government; there fore, be It
 "Resolved, That the Chamber of Commerce of Birmingham, Ala. does hereby indorse the result of the cleo tion already had on this subject and urges our senator and representatives of the legislature to pass a fair and proper bill providing for the admin istratjon of the affairs of the city Of Birmingham by a commission
 'ResoIved further. That this cham her believes and recommends to every citv and town in Alab Il commits zion form of government as the best method of having the business affairs of our cities and towns administered according to best business methods.
 "Resoved That these resolutions be referred to our committee on legisla tlon. with a request that said commit fee hall use it's best influence to have tbe necessary law or laws. covering tho subject enacted by the legisls fire
Tombstone epitaph., 1910-02-20
Dies at the Age of
 Four Score and Ten

Tucson's oldest resident, Mrs Qua dalupe de Gonzales, died Saturday morning at the age of four score years and ten, having exceeded the biblical mortusry rate by an even twenty years-her age at the time oi her ar rival m the Old Pueblo.
 In addition to her long residence in Tucson, Mrs. Gonzales was numbered among the older set of pioneers who came to Arizona country, and she was well known throughout Tucson. She went there from Mexico, her native country, just seventy years ago. being then a girl of only twenty years. She has resided in Tucson continuously ever since.
Tombstone epitaph., 1910-02-20

LATER. = Photographic advices re- ceived late this afternoon state that Mrs. Berner died about IF o'clock today. The news will cause a pang of deep regret among Tombstone friends of the family, for Mrs. Berner was beloved ny ali who knew her. An earnest Christian ~orker, . de- voted mother and wife, she will indeed be sad y missed. Mrs. Berner had been ill for some time and it was thought . change would prove ben- eficisl. but an unfortunate relapse proved fatal, end the Reaper thus bereaves 6 family of loving wife and mother and the community of noble woman. Two small children and . stricxen husband are left tc mourn her loss.
Tombstone epitaph., 1910-02-20
From Mondays Daily.

Jack Kramer returned yesterday from Tucson, where he attended the Masonic festivities. City Treasurer Ed Hughes and wife returned from 6 visit to Tucson yesterday, having taken part in the Masonic meet at the old Pueblo.
 Martin Costello. Tombstone's miIl- ionaire mine and property owner, was an incoming passenger from Tue son today.
 Mart Hooper aged 43, died in this city Saturday, after n lingering illness, of consumption. The deceased re cently came here from Montana, but the dread disease had made too great progress to be checked by medical treatment. He leaves relatives at Pony, Montana, who were notified and in turn arranged for the funeral, winch took place yesterday.
 U $ Attorney E Morrison and As. sistsnt Attorney Forre.t are in fomb- stone ready for the opening Of the federal court term tomorrow.
 A. 4. Johns has been reelected for the ninth time as chief of the fire department of Prescott, but announces his intention of retiring from the position at the end of the present year.
Tombstone epitaph., 1910-02-20
Hamilton Will Fly
 at DougIas--Maybe

Douglss ie to have one oi the f1yins men-Hsmilton-the hero of Phoe- nixl-msybe- The International ssys the element of doubt centers about the ability of com mittee to get up s gusranree of $2oOO. Last night but 5000 had been pledged and the com mIttes was meeting with some die courseemeIe. Sat Reese, the manager. will meet with Doug as business men this evening.
 The plan is to have Hamilton fly in Douglas Feb 26 .pd 27-Saturdsy and Sunday. His price for fiights running over two days is S3OO0. Next Sunday the daring avistor-the animate pro sotype of heroes created by imsgina tions of V tiers of but decade ago
 i'll be ct Tucson.
Tombstone epitaph., 1910-02-20
Federal Officials
 Arrive in Tombstone

United States Marshal Overlook and his deputies arrived in Tombstone today to attend the session of the United States court which conveDes tomorrow.
 MT Overlook brought with him federal prisoners and witnesses who gre being held here pending the sitting of the grand jury.
 Most of the federal prisoners are charged with either having entered the United States for immoral pur- poses or with bringing women into this country for that purpose
Tombstone epitaph., 1910-02-20

Ex-Governor Lewis Wolfiey, whose death from injuries received by being struck by an electric car occurred m Los Angeles last Saturday, was prominent for many years in political and business circles in Arizona, serv- ing as executive of this territory under President Harrison.
 Perhaps the most notable of Vol fiey's exploits in Arizona was the promotion of the Gils dam. which was washed ont after the expenditure of about $7f0,OO0. For many years he carried on the litigation involving the reservoir property.
 At one time Wolfiey became of national interest when he petitioned that the entire supreme court of the United States be removed from office for alleged misrepresentation in con. nection with ar appeal in the Gila dam litigation
 Wolfiey was born in Ohio and was raised by the we'll known Ewing family of that state. He was an intimate friend of General Sherman, and numbered many noted friends among his personal acquaintsnces.
 Before the civil war Wolfiey studied law. He attained the rank of mai T in the Junior army, and followin 2 the conflict was for several years engaged in the mercantile business in New Orleans.
Tombstone epitaph., 1910-02-20
U. 5. Grand Jury
 Is Now Complete

The United States court will con- vene in the morning and will be in session the greater part of the week. The grand jury will be empanelled in in the morning to consider number of casee, fifteen in all. It is understood that several other matters not upon the federal docket wIll be investigated by the jury.
 U 5 Attorney Morrison, and deputy Forrest, are at work today arranging their matters for the grsnd jury. Most of the cs-es to be investigated are smuggling cases, and one or two for alleged violation of the immigra tion laws bv bringing aliens into this country for immoral purposes.
 The members of the federal panel of grand jurors as drawn is as follows, but of these e number could not be found by the marshsls office:- Jamee A Drake Wm F Nash Chas Levin w H Hsnkins Forrest D Lane co Foltz T Gould P T Connolly W c Nichols MJ Mcdonnell Jas A Kempton NJ McGraw K Peterson Pitts w Fanner Allen H Blien K T Rankin < $ Lawrence Richard Goodman 20 King VG Melgren
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