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The Bon Homme County independent. [volume] (Tabor, S.D.) 1904-1913, 1910-06-30
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who d~istanced all competitors In this
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The Bon Homme County independent. [volume] (Tabor, S.D.) 1904-1913, 1910-06-30
LITTLE ABOUT EVERYTHING.


Belgium oficially frowns on crema
Non.
Pennsylvania leads in cement pro
duction.
The hop consumption Of England b
decreasing.
Cash registers are used in a church
IN Massachusetts,.
The spectroscope has revealed the
presence of water on Mars.
Glass bricks inserted in the wall
row take the place Of windows.
Tunts ts suffering from an invasion
OF locusts on o. unprecedented scale.
On the farms Of England last year
there were 1,4e4.oss horses employed.
The teeth Of German school children
are looked after BY the government.
According to Chinese law, a wife
who is too talkative may be divorced
In England a dog used to guide q
blind person is exempt from taxation.
At last count there were 1,31s,ooo
persons in India dependent on state
AID.
The Australian government will
erect i've wireless stations along It's
coast.
One physician out OF every twenty.
one In the United States lives IN New
York City.
Travelling cooking schools are being
sent out all owe the German empire
by the government.
A new scale not only weighs but
also counts the articles being weighed.
provided they are all alike.
Germany utilities 20 per rent Of her
water power; Switzerland, rs per
cent; France only II per cent.
Some New England bread IL still
made from yeast brought over In the
MISUNDERSTANDING American.
The longest telegraph circuit is that
between London and Teheran, the cap
,tsl Of Persia. 1t is 1000 miles long.
Morning milk Is best for babies
tresher and fewer germs than the pre-
vious nights milk, but slightly weak.
er In cream.
The American red gum Is entering
largely into the manufacture of furni.
ture. Early objections to its use have
been overcome.
Platform tickets are used by some
German railroads for the use Of non.
travellers who wish to say "Good-bye"
to departing friends.
John Connors, a farmer near Beulah,
Kan, makes a nice little stake every
year selling corn husks, which are used
to wrap hot tamales.
Church b~ell.rinsing in London has
become such q nuisance in some
ters OF the city that the bells are
mufied on week days.
Under a new law In Alabama, that
took effect July 1. no man may carry
and no man may sell a pistol less
than two feet In length.
After working for Heathcoat q Co,
lace manufacturers. Of Tiverton, Eng.
land, for seventy.one years, William
Huytable has Just retired.
OF the forty-four English county
chief ~constables, only three have risen
from the ranks. thirty three being ex.
army officers ana one an ex-navy ON.
| Ger.
II has been stated on Britieh az.
thority that American immigrants into
Canada are taking $4,000, 900 worth
Of property into that country each
year.
Time Is apparently of more import.
ance in New York than in any other
city. for the city displays more public
clocks than London and Paris com.
bined.
The mole Of the Western Pacific
Railroad. at Oakland. Cal, is nearly
completed. 1t is. 5000 feet long, and
Is ultimately to be 4 solid fill 1900
feet wide.
The Mexican government has ION.
trscted with the Krupps to build q
plant for the manufacture of bullets,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
RcaI Estate Trapsfer.

Deeds of conveyance in the following transactions in real estate in which amounts of 5000 or more were involved were filed yesterday in the office of the probate court:
 $sOO0-Corey Land company to Robert stephens, lots and 2, block G. first subdi- vision of Corey.
 $1000-George l.. Owen to Lonnie Burr the southwest quarter of the northwest quarter of section 2, township 1s range west.
 $100O-C. L. Whitmire to J. L. Bowden the northwest quarter of section ?, town ship IS south, range west.
 s1750-S. F. Teague to Mrs. Rosa Locas- cioi. the east half of the southwest quar- ter of section S1, township 15, range ] east; the northeast quarter of the north west quarter and the northwest quarter of the northeast quarter of section c. township 16, range east.
 s1625O-Eli Shortridge to J. A. .Scholl lot 1. block A. Palmer Terrace addition to Ensley
 s15O0-S Locascio to s. F. Teague, lots g and 10. block 35, survey of North Smith field.
 $1200-Edwin Greenhalgh to E. H. West the southwest quarter of the southeast quarter of section 6, township 16, range l west.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
SENTENCE PASSED
 ON PRISONERS

Criminal Judge s. l.. Weaver yesterday passed sentences on eight prisoners in the first division of the criminal court. Judge Cahalan, presiding last week in the non-jury division. passed sentence on 1s convicted prisoners.
 Following isithe list of malefactors sen- fenced by Judge Weaver, those sentenced by Judge Cahalan including only prison CTS convicted of misdemeanors:
 Conner Davis, forgery, two years and costs, hard labor; Leo Paris, forgery, two larceny two cases, two years in the peni- tentiary in each case; Arthur Welch. bur siary and grand larceiy, two years and most, hard labor; Leo Paris, forgery, two years; Homer Williams, burglary, three years; George Bell, grand larceny. one year and day; John Shotrell, assault With intent to murder. two years and costs, hard labor; Will Dixon, grand lar ceny, two cases, one year and costs. hard labor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
BESSEMER WILL GET
 BETTER FACILITIES An Order Issued to Improve
 Depots and Service M'ENIRY SUPPLEMENTED Durand Comments Him for Thorough Manner in Which Census for This
 District Was Taken-other
 News of Bessemer
M'ENIRY SUPPLEMENTED

Bessemer. December 10.-(SpeciaL) )-The following order was issued by the Ala hama railroad commission this morning in reference to the petition Of Bessemer citizens for improved railroad facilities.
 The commission finds that the build ings. arrangements and service furnished by the Alabama Great Southern railroad, the Louisville and Nashville railroad, the St Louis and San Francisco railroad. and fhe Atlanta, Birmingham and Atlantic railroad for the accommodations Of pat rons at Bessemer, Ala, are inadequate and not commensurate with the needs Of that community or the business done. Il is. therefore. ordered that the above rail- road companies file with the commission within % days specifications and plans Of proposed improvement in both building and service SO as to meet the reasonable needs of the said city Of Bessemer."
 The matter of improving the depot fa- cliities at Bessemer has been before the Commission for some time. and while ths largest of the patrons was not granted ii regard 10 a union depot, the order os the commission win be Of great benefit 10 the travelling public. The reform is the result of persistent efforts on the part of the officials of the Board of Trade and is an example of what may be &C., complished by united action by the busi- ness interests of the city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
ORDERS THE CHILD
 GIVEN TO MOTHER
JUDGE LANE DECIDES THAT MRS. MADELINE BROWN SHALL HAVE LITTLE EUGENIE-THE GRANDPA RENTS GIVE NOTICE OF APPEAL

Eugene Brown IT,. the child in regard to whose keeping stiff fight has been waged in the circuit court. is to go to his mother, Mrs. Madeline Brown, according to an opinion rendered yesterday by Judge A. O. Lane.
 The habeas corpus petition of W. A. Brown and Lydia Brown, grandparents of the child, who have been trying to secure possession of him, was dismissed by Judge Lane. Counsel for the petf- tioner immediately filed notice of appeal to the supreme court, and also a petition. asking that w. A. Brown. as bailiff ap- pointed by the sheriff, be allowed to keep the child until the final decision is handed down by the supreme court. Judge Lane also denied the latter petition, and the bailiff of the court accordingly turned little Eugene over to his mother
 Judge Lane has had the matter under advisement since last Monday night, when be heard arguments in the case at his private office in the First National bank building.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
TRACK WILL SOON
 REACH NEW MINE
Large Amount of Coal Has Beer PileA Up nt Acmar In Making
 the Openings 'ss,ssii

It was announced yesterday that the tracks of the Central of Georgia railroad were about completed to the new mine of the Alabama Fuel and Iron company lo- cated at Acmar, and that coal will be shipped from that place very soon. The Central of Georgia has expended about siSooS in providing railroad facilities for the new properties.
 While the mine has been running for some time the work has been confined to the openings. From those places a great tonnage of coal has been taken and piled outside the niine. It will be shipped just as soon as the tracks are completed and trains operating
 It Was stated yesterday that the com pany would go forward with all contem- plated work without any delays. The work Of making the openings has pro- gressed satisfactorily and every detail has also been arranged to the satisfac- ton of the operators
 F Since the mine has been before the pub lie it has been visited by large number of prominent industrial men who desire to see a seam of coal measuring 14 feet without any slate or rock They have marveled at the new mine work.
 This discovery and work constituted the last industrial efforts of the late and lamented Col. Henry r. DcBardeleben.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Suits Filed Yesterday

Suit for s50o0 damages was filed yester- day in the circuit court against the coun- ty of Jefferson by Mrs. Allie Shoemaker, alleging that the palintiff was injured when bridge, over which she was pass ing in a buggy, collapsed and caused her to be thrown to the ground. The bridge is stated to be on the road from Re- public to Pratt City, situated two miles from Republic.
 The following suits were filed in the city court:
 Ed Henderson vs. Steele-Smfth Dry Goods company, $50O0 for alleged false ar- rest on a charge of grand larceny.
 Mrs. M A. Willoughby vs. Southern Bitulithic company, 5000 for alleged tres- pass on the plaintiffs property.
 Belden Howard. administrator of the estate of Adam Howard, vs. Sloss-Shef- field Steel and Iron company, S20,000 for alleged death of plaintiffs intestate in city furnace explosion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
A Dainty Toilet Article

Every lady who desires to keep up her attractive appearance, while at the theatre, attending receptions, when shopping, while travelling and on all occasions, should carry in her purse !
 ooklet of Gouraud's Oriental Beauty Leaves. This Is a dainty little book- let of exquisitely perfumed powdered leaves which are easily removed and applied to the skin. It is invaluable when the face becomes moist and flushed and is far superior to pow der puff as it does not spill and soil the clothes.
 It removes dirt. soot and grease from the face, imparting cool delicate bloom to the complexion. Sent any where on receipt of 10 cents in stamps or coin. F. T. Hopkins. 37 Great Jones street, New York.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Marriage Licenses Issued

Marriage licenses have been issued as follows from the office of the probate court:
 M. w DuBose of Birmingham to Mrs. Pauline Hamilton.
 Robert Abernethy of Quinton to Miss Dora Allen.
 Milton W. Robertson of Birmingham to Miss Willie R. Chamblee.
 Sam A. stewart of Quinton to Miss Jes- sic Perkins.
 Luke Woodell of Birmingham to Miss May Word.
 Frank Dickinson of Bessemer to Miss May Waldrop.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
ADDRESS Y. M. H. A.
 THIS AFTERNOON

Judge N. E. Feagin and NJ M. Jyllman will address the Young Mems Hebrew as sociation at the smoker to be held this afternoon at the association home, cor ner Sixth avenue and Seventeenth street.
 At this meeting there will be in addi- ton to the addresses a programme of an interesting character. The friends of the association are invited to attend.
 It is the intention of the association to erect home building very soon and plans are being shaped up looking to that end. Tho building which 1t is proposed to erect will be located probably on the site now owned by the association.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Church Serxiccn

Presbyterian: Subject for the morn ing service, Holy Spirit; Relation tc the Word" Evening subject. Our Arc. Young Peoples society 6:45. Sunday school 9:45. Rev. l. F. Swallow. pas tor
 Baptist. Regular services morning and evening. Sunday school 9:45; even ing servip-s 7:30. Rev. M. K. Thorn ton, pastor
 Christian: Regular morning and even ing services. Christian Endeavor 7r5 D. m; Sunday school 9:45. Rev. D. P. Taylor. pastor.
 Methodist; Rev. J. F. Sturdivant will preach at the auditorium Sunday morning. Rev. Frank Brandon will fill the pulpit at the evening service. Sunday school 9:45.
 Episcopal: Early celebration and communion at ' a. m; prayer and ser mon at II o'clock. Subject, Holy Ministry" Prayer and sermon at 7:3O D. m. Subject. Our Refuge from the Storm" Sunday school 9:45. Rev. l. o. Adams, rector.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Funeral of Andrew nIcLain

The funeral services of Andrew McLain, aged 91 years, who died Thursday even ing at his late home near Hueytown, was held this morning from the family residence. The deceased had lived in this neighborhood for over 50 years, and leaves a large number of relatives, in- cluding an aged widow and 10 children W. J. McLain, D. s. McLain, F. A. Nc Lain,, Mrs. F. A. Knight, Mrs z. M. Robinson, Mrs. s. M. Huey, Mrs. N. NJ. Laird. Mrs. R. B. Howton and Mrs R. J. Gwin. Interment was made at Pleas ant Ridge cemetery, Jacobs & Son in charge.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Accidental Shooting

Gordon Fritz, a well-known young man of Bessemer, and nephew of Mayor Lew is, with whom he resides, was accident ally shot this afternoon while cleaning a pistol and dangerously injured. The weapon was a .3S-calibre revolver, the shot taking effect in the stomach. DTS. Lacey and Spencer were summoned and gave immediate aid An operation may be necessary to determine the extent of his injuries. At a late hour he was rest ing well.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Holiday Schedule

The Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company will in augurate the fol- lowing schedule between Bessemer and Birmingham to be effective Monday: Through cars will leave on the hour from [ o'clock until F m., and from 2:30 D. m to 6:So D. m. At 7:90 D. m. a special theatre car will leave Bessemer. The cars will stop at the following places only: First, Second. Third, Fourth and Fifth avenues, Bessemer; Brighton sta tion, Fairview and Seventeenth street Birmingham. Local cars will leave at the usual hours.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Gets verdict for s2oo

Verdict for the plaintiff for damages to the extent of $25OO was rendered yesterday in the second division of the city court in the case of Isaac Ralston vs. the SlosD- Sheffield Steel and Iron company. Ral- ston sued the company for damages be- cause of injuries received in an explosion of dynamite when he was employed for the company
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Calico Carnival

The young people of the Baptist church at Brighton have planned a calico carni- val 10 be held Wednesday evening, De- cember fl at Odd Fellows hall, Brighton Everybody who attends must wear cali co of some description, the ladies calico gowns, the gentlemen calico ties. Fines will be imposed for the infringement of these rules. Refreshments will consist of coffee, cheese and pumpkin pies. Ev- erybody is invited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Captain McIniry CompIImented

When the recent census was being taken not a little criticism was indulged in as to the manner in which it was being taken. In some instances the supervisor of the Ninth Alabama district, Capt. John T. McEniry, came in for censure from few wlseacres who imagined they knew how 10 run the job better than the man who had been appointed for that purpose. To the just complaints Captain McEniry gave his personal attention and applied remedy if possible, to the others he paid no heed but lent his every energy 10 the herculean task before him. That he did his duty well Is evidenced by the census reports which gave this district even greater gains than were anticipated, and now as a further evidence of the completeness, accuracy of work and faith ful discharge of his duty. Captain Me Eniry has received the following letter: "Onice of Supervisor of Census, Ninth
 District of Alabama.
 Washington. D. C., December T. "Mr. John T. McEniry. Supervisor Of
 Census, Bessemer. Ala:
 Dear Sir-The official count of your district has been completed and the population Is 3Ol.g45. This, of course, is subject to final corrections
 Your work is now complete and &C., cordingly your official connection with the census bureau is hereby ter. minated. It is possible. however. that matters may arise which will neces- sitate some little correspondence be- tween yourself and this office.
 '.I desire at this time to congratulate you upon the successful conduct of your duties as supervisor of the cen sns.
 These duties have been performed to the satisfaction of this office and to your own credit. Your work has been arduous and difficult and the re- suit clearly shows the wisdom of your select(h as supervisor.
 "I desire also to thank you for the courteous and willing manner in which you have responded to all re- quests and instructions from this of fee.
 T believe that when the results of your work are fully known to the people of your district you will re- ceive their very general approval. Very respectfully.
 "E. DANA DURAND, Director"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11

Birminghams two new studebalker flush tanks are attracting general attention on the streets and avenues of the city, for they "sweep clean" and are already transforming the appearance of the pusl- ness center.
 These carts were ordered some time ago at Mayor Exum's suggestion. Each tank is provided with gasoline motor which forces the water out of the tanks with terrific force, and washes the streets
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11

The municipal authorities of Jonesboro are having the same trouble as are the Bessemer city fathers in the matter or adjusting the license schedule for the incoming year. The licenses are as rule increased over last year, the most notable raise being that of the Birmingham Railway. Light and Power company from $50 to $300. The council claims that the railway company has not kept faith in failing to provide depots for passengers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Orders Liauor Destroyed

Orders for the destruction of large amount of confscated liquor stored in the basement of the county jail were issued yesterday by Criminal Judge 8. L. Weaver. Practically all the goods on hand will be destroyed, as the orders af- feet the liquor seized in 3s cases of viola- tion of the prohibition law
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Churctr Iluxar

The bazaar and sale of fancy work given by the Pastors Helpers for the Metho- dist church came to close last night. The bazar has been fairly we'll patron- ized, and the ladies realized quite a. sum of money.
 The ladies of the Christian church will open a bazar next Tuesday in the same
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Charged With Grand Larceny

Chanie spivey, a negro woman charged with the killing of her husband. Alex Spivey, was given preliminary hearing yesterday before Inferior Judge H. s Abernethy and was bound over to await the action of the grand jury on charge of manslaughter
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
6..nitnl stock Increased

Certificate of increase of capital stock and amendment of charter was filed yes- terday in the probate court office by the National Securities company, providing that the name of the corporation be changed to the Fidelity Mortgage Bond company.'' and that the capital stock of the company be increased from sloo.oOo to s250,O00.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Personal and General

MT George B. Etheridge, accompanied by his mother. Mrs. D. l.. Etheridge, and Mrs. l.. Lenfert, will leave Tuesday for Greenville, Ala, where he will be united in marriage Wednesday at II 80 o'clock to Miss Virginia Powell, daugh- ter of MT. and Mrs. John Powell of Greenville. w
 Mr., and Mrs. D. l.. Williams are visit ing their daughter, Mrs. J. F. Milton.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
pr. stagg at Ceutrol pre.byt.,,..

Dr. John w. Stagg, president of the Alabama Synodical college at Anniston and former pastor of the First Presby- terian church of this city. will preach this morning at the Il o'clock services at the Central Presbyterian church. A meeting of the congregation will be held following the service.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
<..-~.d win Grand Larceny

A. B. Miller, white man, was ar rested yesterday morning by Detec- lives Justin and Zeigler charged with grand larceny. It is charged that Mill Ter stole three suits of clothes, one lot of clothing and shotgun.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Woman Held for Robbery

Mary Grantley, a negress, was bound over to the grand jury on charge of robbery yesterday in Judge Abernethy's s division of the inferior court. She was charged with having robbed A. o. Gour- dine. a white man, of $67.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11

Mrs. J. H. Read of Ensley is visiting her parents, Capt. and Mrs. G. D. Min gea.
 c. R. Nail, J. D. Waldrop and c. P. Benton have returned from successful hunt at Lincoln.
 Miss May Waldrop, daughter of the Rev and Mrs. O. W. Waldrop of Huey- town, and MT. Frank Dickinson will be married Sunday afternoon at the home of the brides parents at Hueytown.
 Miss Minnie Lee Pickles, who was se- riously injured by North Bessemer car on December is slowly improving at the home of her sister, Mrs. w. l.. Humphries. It was thought best not to remove her to a hospital on account of injuries of the head. Miss Rickles is the youngest daughter of the late Mrs. L.. H. Rckles of Attalla, and is well known here, having visited relatives frequently.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
$2O@.oo tG, iG,; sai'i ,aIj for S34.So S37.SeS4O Sl2.So
96 Exclusive Styled Suits at $2

These suits less than half and truly wonderful values the selection comprehensive and large all the fabrics and all eoo and shades plain tailored and fancy trimmed models, les that of kind Never have offered such values Suits in this lot that sold high $40 lots of $500 and $S7 90 suits n this sae
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
NEW FLUSH TANKS ARE PUT
 INTO SERVICE ON STREETS

absolutely free of trash. One cart goes down the middle of the street, while the second takes the side, catching up the filth where the first drops it, turning 1t quickly into the sewers.
 The carts use much more water than the average sprinkler, but less is neces- sary in the long run, as the flushers re- move the dirt, dust and trash from the street entirely, and thus reduce the neces- sity for continuous sprinkling. They also do away with the street sweepers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
90 Tailored Suits at $25.OO

Choose suit the house matter what former price matter if sold for S65Ooand alterations free all exclusive modelled Sutsthe kind that dupcated-the highest class tailoring, the finest of imported fabrics is an opportunity that should not be overlooked.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
Up Against It.

building on Third avenue and will serve dinner and supper each day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1910-12-11
$15M:oo tG1 tG,t ssjti ,aIi for s27.5O, ssO, s32.5O
75 Elegant Tailored Suits at SIP.

majority of the suits $1298 sold regularly for $250 to them selling that but there not suit i'll that sold for less than $1S5 There blacks nave and browns and all the fabrics suits All lined with linings Misses suits and ladies, sizes to 42