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The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
PROHIBITION is
STILL AN ISSUE
Lawrence Says He Was Misquoted and
That Prohibition IL Yet the Great
est Issue In Alabama

To the Editor of The Age-Herald
On the front page of your paper this
morning you have under large headlines
a telegram from Montgomery saying,
Prohibition Is No More an ISSUE Then
the telegram goes on to affirm that l. In
a sermon yesterday at the South Side
Baptist church. said that prohibition was
no more an issue In Alabama. l do not
know where the garbling of this telegram
took place. but I read from the Mont
gomery Advertiser a report of my talk at
the South Side Baptist church: 1.-THE pro-
hibition question in Alabama is no more
political issue than the saving of a
SOUL" This was my statement and I wish
to reiterate It,
The destruction of the saloon is as much
religious and moral obligation as Is any
other effort for the redemption of human
ity, and instead OF my affirming that pro-
hibtion is no more an issue, l do say that
1t Is the greatest issue before the people
Of our state today and will be until the
liquor traffic and It's agents are silenced
forever from It's efforts to debauch our
homes and children.
hope in view of the prominence you
gave the telegram In its garbled state
that you will give equal prominence to
this communication. Very truly,
BROOKS LAWRENCE, Supt.
Birmingham, May g. 1910
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
RED men HERE FOR
ANNUAL POW-W0W
Sessions Will Begin at 10
O'clock Today
ALL WILL BE EXECUTIVE
Only Fight to Come Up Is Over the
Representatives to the National
Council-A Large Crowd
Is Present
ALL WILL BE EXECUTIVE

The Red Men of Alabama are here for
their grand annual council, which will
open this morning at 10 o'clock at the
local Red Mems hail. with Mac Feather
stone OF Greenville, the grand sachem,
in the chair.
A big crowd from Montgomery. Selma
and other parts of the state reached the
city last, night, and by this morning
several hundred will be in attendance.
The council will be In session two days.
all the meetings being executive.
There is nothing of Importance to come
up at this time. The officers to be
elected are practically settled. j. T.
Letcher of Montgomery will be elevated
to the head of the order. DIR. S. N. Saul
of Montgomery will be grand senior sag
amore, and A. b. Address of Birming-
ham, junior sycamore.
The only fight will be over the repre-
sentatives to the national council. M. B.
Friedman and John r. Jones are sure of
going, for they hold over, but here is a
contest for the other three positions on
the delegation between R. E. l.. Neil. j.
A. Maddox and w. A. Haynes, who are
out for reelection, and Jacob Burger.
James H. Cook and Mac Featherstone.
There are no arrangements for the en-
tertainment of the city's guests.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
MOTHER FORGIVES
THE RUNAWAYS
Bride of Twelve In Married to Fire
man Employed at the Nor
wood Station

A mysterious marriage in the city ticket
office of the Louisville and Nashville
railroad last Friday. the swearing out of
kidnapping warrants for the husband. and
of friends who assisted In the marriage,
and with the tender love of a mother
granting forgiveness yesterday as eli
max, formed one of Birmingham's ro-
mances for. the past week.
Miss Lottie Mae Lawson, aged u years
the daughter of Mrs. Gussie Lawson, OF
74 North Twenty-sixth street. was the
runaway bride, and Earl v. Posey, a
fireman at the Norwood station, was the
groom. Mrs. Lawson and her brother,
]. r. Hayden, on Saturday swore out
warrants for the arrest of Posey and of
two ladies, neighbors, whom she charged
with assisting Posey in getting the young
bride away from her home.
Friday Mrs. Lawson and two daughters
had been downtown and the eldest daugh-
ter, Miss Lottie Mae, returned home first
When Mrs. Lawson reached her home she
discovered that her daughter had gone
Posey.
P. Sid Jones. district passeng\r agent
for the Louisville and Nashville raAiroad,
was much surprised Friday afternoon
when a couple came in accompanied by a
minister and woman and requested per-
mission to marry in his office. He grant
ed the permission and gazed in astonish-
ment while the man in ministerial garb
performed the ceremony The group then
departed In a hurry, leaving Mr. Jones
full of wonder as to who they were.
There was much speculation over the
matter until the arrest of Posey and his
feminine assistants followed. 1t took a
long search to locate them. Posey was
placed under a $500 bond, being charged
with Marrying a girl under IA years OF
age, while the two women were left with
blank bonds to All out. these bonds being
for $500 They are charged with kidhap-
ping.
The cases will not come up for trial,
however. as the BRIDES mother was all
forgiveness when she discovered how
happy her young daughter and son-ir la "
we're. For her sake will have to for
give them,' she said. Then they look SO
happy, too, that can't interfere"
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
CONDUCTORS LEG
CUT OFF BY CAR.
W. n. GRAHAM CAUGHT BY FENDER
AT BASEBALL PARK YESTERDAY
WHILE PUTTING HIS TROLLEY ON
THE WIRE


w. R. Graham. a conductor on the city
street car lines. had his right leg cut off
yesterday afternoon at the baseball park
when he was lining his car up with the
others to take the crowd to town after
the game He was rushed to st. Vim
cents hospital in Shaw's ambulance,
where 1t was discovered that the leg
was hopelessly crusheS and it was am
putated at the knee.l
The accident occurI out 4:30 o'clock
yesterday afternoon. s claimed that
as Mr.. Graham was, --xIng his car up
IN front of the line of other cars the troll
ley new of and he got behind the car
to replace it. He was standing on the
track and when the trolley retouched the
wire the car started backing again. The
Tenders Of the two cars caught Mr.. Ora
hams legs and the broken limb resulted.
He was not thrown under the car.
Mr. Graham is young man and I'M
married He was resting easy last night
after the operation and 1t was stated at
the hospital that he would recover in the
course of time
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
SEEKING COMPANION
FOR ELDERLY LADY
FEDERAL OFFICERS ARREST $. F.
HUTCHINSON ON CHARGE OF vIO-
LATINO POSTAL LAWs-sAYs HIS
METHODS ARE LEGAL

That which may develop into sensa-
tional case is the arrest of s. F. Hutchin-
son. a real estate broker, with an office
In the Empire building, charged with
violating the postal laws
Deputy Marshal Oscar Fulghum made
the arrest yesterday afternoon. The EVIL
dence tends to show that Hutchinson has
been advertising in New York and Chi
cago papers for a lady to travel through
Europe with an elderly lady.
The local marshals office has informa-
ton from Chicago that when the adver-
tisements are answered he demands a
fee of 81 for his trouble In looking up the
applicants references.
Mr.. Hutchinson claims that this was
legitimate, and refused to give the name
of the elderly lady without consulting
with her and gaining her permission. The
postal authorities believe that there is
no elderly lady In the case.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
ADJUSTMENTS

A large audience greeted tne pop
ular Boyle voolfolk company at the
Bijou last night for the first perform
ance of their seasons engagement. De-
spite disadvantages of which the aud
fence knew nothing, a creditable per-
Torrance was carried off. every men,
Der of the cast working hard to please,
"Hoity Teity" was naturally disap-
pointing to people who witnessed the
surprising presentation CT "A Winning
Miss week before last. but the talent
is still there and those present last
night appeared to appreciate it. 1t is
obvious that the Boyle Voolfolk COM
pany is going to be a great favorite
during it's stay here for the summer
months.
Among those of the cast who seem
destined to become especially popu-
lar are Max Bloom, the versatile multi
role comedian; Miss Lillian Goldsmith,
the clever little soubrette; and Miss
Hattie Devon, whose eccentric special
ties are winning her much praise. The
three mentioned were seen to great
advantage in last nights performance.
Miss Goldsmith received much applause
for her singing of ANY Little Girl
and her dancing special. while Miss De-
vons efforts were heartily encored
Max Bloom is the same fav ,rite, and a s
his work last night was mostly extern
pore, he deserves special credit. Ed
die Allen sings as we'll as usual and
has an attractive stage presence. ]. E.
Coslan Is rather out of place when
not in his role of the Irishman. but is
not wholly bad Dutchman johnnie
Gilmore showed ability, and evidently
has better things coming. Jane Darl
ing appeared for his first time in stel-
lar role as General Steele. and his work
was distinctly pleasing.
''Hoity Toity' will be the attraction
at the Bjou for the remainder Of the
week.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
REPORT IF NOT
COUNTED IN CENSUS

The committee of the chamber of COM
merce on the census has issued the fol-
lowing appeal:
ITO the People of Birmingham-The
undersigned, having been appointed by the
chamber of commerce as committee to
investigate the question Of whether the
census of Greater Birmingham has been
accurately taken. invite the citizens o.
Birmingham to report to Joseph B.
Babb. secretary of the chamber of COM
merce, or any other member of the COM
mittee, in writing, any and all informa-
ton they may possess as to persons who
have not been enumerated.
"Only those who were residents of fhe
city on the 18th day of April are entitled
to be enumerated.
'T. H. Motion, chairman; M. P. Mes
ser, J. d. Moore"
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
CHANGE FOOD
And Lose That Uneasy Feeling

man who has always been skim
ny chap" although hardly ever Ill, tells
of the way he put on flesh and reduced
his irritability and nervous condition.
BY chance he had a taste of Grape
Nuts food at the table of friend and
enjoyed the favour so much that ne
began to have 1t every meal. He says;
I'm a short time l found myself an
other person, the old feeling of dis
content and uneasiness left me entirely.
1t became a pleasure TO go about my
work. whereas before. for years, had
always had the feeling of being little
weary, now ! seem to have a surplus
of energy for everything. My weight
has Increased IL pounds in 4 weeks. and
am still gaining
II have never been very sick, and am
satisfied that II my present improve.
ment in health continues, shall not be.
The change that this food has made
in my life has been remarkable and 50
satisfactory that l am glad OF the op.
portunity to tell YOU"
Read the little book, The Road to
MELVILLE, in pkgs There's Reason"
Ever read the above lettcrs A new
one appears from time to time. They
are genuine. true. and full Of hunaa
Anterest.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
DIRTY MONEY WILL.
BE WELL LAUNDRIED

Washington, May 2S.-Secretary Mac
purchase of machine to laundry
United States notes, which, when put
into general use at all the sub treas
uries, will save the government mill
lion dollars a year. Experiments in
washing and ironing notes have been
conducted for some time at the bureau
of engraving and printing. These con-
WINGED the officials that the method
was practicable. One estimate was
made that so per cent of the issues
could be retained in circulation and
the life of bill doubled. All germs
have been destroyed by antiseptic solu-
lions used in the laundry, 1t is claimed.
The first machine will cost a thousand
dollars, and will be installed in the
treasury department building.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
BIRMINGHAM MISSES ECLIPSE
BECAUSE OF HEAVY CLOUDS

thousands who had hoped to get an espe-
cially good view of the comet last night
because of the darkness that was ex-
pected to result from the eclipse of the
moon.
The comet on clear evenings is now Wis
ible In the western sky shortly after
shutdown and can be seen until about $3.50
o'clock
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
NO NEW IRRIGATION
PROJECTS PLANNED

Washington, May 23.--No new irris
cation projects will be started by the
government within the next ten years,
said Director Newell of the reclaha-
ton service today. The bureau is now
bending its energies to complete the
work already begun, and, in formulate
ing plans for the next fiscal year, the
service has arranged to use adyan-
tageously the S30,OO00OO bond issue, in
case Congress authorizes it. or to con-
tinue the work without 1t. The pro-
posed issue, Mr.. Newell said, could be
used to advantage in completing the
work now under way. and would gAeat-
~ hasten its accomplishment. If Cons
gress. however, does not act favora-
bly, upon the measure, he continued, the
same results would be accomplished
but not until a later date.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
FIGHT IN COURTHOUSE
Two Men Are Separated Before Much
Damage Is Done

Former Sheriff Joe Smith and John
vary created quite an amount of ex-
citement about the courthouse yester-
day when they engaged in a fight in
the corridor, The affair occurred short
ly after 290 o'clock the courts hav-
ing convened for the afternoon session
but short while before.
Neither man was hurt, umber Of
peacemakers springing betA> them.
They finally cooled down and e1e. +
about his business. The near fisth
is said to have arisen over a bill 70,
$40 which Vary claimed Smith owed
him and which Smith claimed to have
paid.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
DIR. CRUMPTON IS
HERE FOR CONFERENCE

DR.. w. B. Crumpton, head of the Anti
Saloon league, reached Birmingham last
night to attend the Howard college COM
mencement He stated that while here
he will hold conference of prohibition
lists. and.when asked II he thought local
option would be returned in Alabama ne
made this remark: 1--WE are going to
fight for what we have. and we intend to
nut nm the best fight that's in u.s.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
KILLS THE BRIDE


Jealous, because he had no. won the
hand of his sweetheart, Mary Clehny' .
negro named Burt Davis shot ana m
stantly killed her yesterday 20 minutes
after she had been married to his rival.
Sam King. Davis is still at large.
The shooting took place at Eighth alley
between Twenty-seccnd and Twenty
third street. The Clenny woman had just
been married to King and the negroes
were having a great jubilee after the
wedding when Davis walked in. and
pulling pistol. shot the bride dead. The
killing happened at 4;2O o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
HEAVY SUITS FILED
Result From Falling Of Part Of Brick
Kiln at Warrior

Suits aggregating $4,000 were filed
in the circuit court yesterday against
the Southern Clay Manufacturing com
Lany as the result of the falling of
part of brick kiln at Warrior. There
are three suits. two for 100000 each
and one for $4,000.
Rosetta McCalpine and d. d. Hall.
administrators for the estate of Floyd
T. McCalpine, sue for $4,000. alleging
that the latter's death resulted from
injuries received by the falling OF part
of the kiln. Ada McCalpine and e. D.
Hall, as administrators for the estate
of Willie M. McCalpine, sue for $780,
900, alleging that the latter met his
death in the same accident.
Homer McCalpine, minor, brought
suit for $4,000 by his next friend, Ro-
setta McCalpine, alleging that he re-
ceived injuries in this accident which
have permanently disabled him.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24

In Judge Groves division of the cir
cult court yesterday there was a con-
cent Judgment rendered for $40 in the
suit of Mrs. a. r. Jones VS.. the West
ern Union Telegraph company.
consent Judgment was $3.50 was ar
rived at in the suit of Ed Gilmore, pro
ami, II. NJ. Gilmore, VS.. the Birming-
ham Railway, Light and Power COM
pany, and a consent judgment for SIS
in the suit of H. NJ. Gilmore VS.. the
Birmingham Railway, Light and Power
company, both suits being in Judge
Lanes division of the circuit court.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
JUNIORS TO SPEAK
AT HOWARD TODAY
CLASS DAY EXERCISES TONIGHT
WILL CONSIST OF PLAY "a COL
LEGE wooING,. WRITTEN BY
SENIOR

One of today's features of the Howard
college commencement will be the Junior
oratorical contest, to be held this morn
ing at 1880 o'clock in the college chapel
This afternoon will be given the reception
of the Ladies' Library association, while
class day exercises will be held tonight,
the programme to consist of the presenta-
ton of a play. "A College wooing," writ
ten by ]. ]. Wooten, a member Of the
graduating class.
The programme for the junior bratori-
cal contest this morning will be as fol-
lows:
March, Miss Lena Hit.
Invocation.
Welcome address, by the president.
THE Power of Ideals" J. G. Pinson.
Robert E. Lee" r. X Hood.
Vocal solo, Miss Gertrude Wood.
Napoleon j. M. Rogers
Universal Peace" j. M. vann.
Piano solo, Miss Leta Hargrove.
Decision of the judges.
"A College Wooing," the play to be pre-
sented tonight by the members of the
graduating class, assisted by several
young ladies of East Lake. is a drama of
love which should prove a source of
pleasure and benefit to all who witness it.
The synopsis of scenes and cast of char
acters are as follows:
Act I-Mary Dreyfuss' home in the
country.
Act II-Charles Browns room in the col
lege.
ITT-Eama act TT
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
Automobile Kills Horse
But Chauffeur Speeds On

The identity of the driver of the auto
which killed a horse, totally demolished
buggy and badly injured a negro yes
terday morning still remains a mystery
to the police. The injuries of the negro.
Robert Prince, are not serious as was
at first thought. The horse and buggy
belonged to the Monarch Livery company.
The accident happened before daylight
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24

yesterday morning at Avenue C and
Twenty-first street. The auto was run
ming at terrific speed and continued on
Its way after the accident without mo-
ment's check. 1t is considered remark
able that the negro escaped with his life.
The horse was killed instantly. Detec-
lives are working on the case and an ar
rest Is expected before long.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24

Heavy clouds followed by rain which
continued until nearly midnight last
night prevented a view of the total
eclipse of the moon in Birmingham. Not
a star was visible early in the evening
SO that 1t was also impossible to catch
a glimpse of the comet. The cloudy
weather was distinct disappointment to
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24

Chocago, May 23-Albert J. Smell, son
of the millionaire. Amos ]. Smell. whose
murder here In 1888 created widespread
sensation, was found dead in bed at
cheap roomins house here today. He
was 50 years old. Though he inherited a
fortune he made his living recently by
running errands on the docks
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
THE WEATHER

Washington. May 2s.-weather FORE
cast:
Alabama-Showers Tuesday: slight
1y cooler in interior Wednesday; partly
cloudy and warmer; light to moderate
variable winds.
Mississippi-Partly cloudy Tuesday
Wednesday fair; slightly warmer; light
variable winds
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
WANTED SHERIFF M'ADoRY

Hello! Is that the jail?" said a
feminine voice over the telephone
to Night Warden Frederick 8.
:. Chew at the county jail.
Yes, ma am" replied Mr.. Chew.
well, tell Sheriff McAdory to
! come up to right away.
want to tell him something i'm
portant."
In gentle tones the even tenn
pered guardian Of Jefferson coun-
tvs criminals, explained that Mr.
walter K. McAdory would not as
sumo the duties of sheriff until
the firsS Of the year. The lady ex-
pressed great establishment and
disappointment. and threw the re-
ceiver on to the hook with sud
den snap.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
Bishop Allen visits Huntsville


e. p. Allen of the Catholic diocese of
Mobile paid an official vicit to this parish
on Sunday and confirmed class of COM
municants in st. Marys Catholic church.
declare that an appointment cannot last
beyond an election, and that Yielding is
the long-term man. Others claim that as
Yielding qualified as the short-term man.
his term is out, aid as Seals is an ap-
pointment, his term is out, and there
fore both. commisisonerships are vacant
and will be fileed by the two highest
men. 1t is quite a mix-up, which will
probably go to the courts before it is
finally settled. Judge Alternately of the
committee takes the position that Yield
Ing gets the long term.
The registration is now on at all the
boxes. and special registration will be
opened at Osceola and Fairview on Thurs
day, Friday and Saturday. A registrar
will sit at Thomas one day. Saturday.
Jere c. King announces that he will
open his campaign at Hunts hall in East
Lake Thursday night OF this week and
invites the candidates and the public TO
attend He extends an invitation to the
other candidates for mayor to appear and
make speeches, and 1t 10 proba BILE that
they will accept. Thus will be thrown
the first bomb of the campaign
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
DEATHS AND FUNERALS
Henry Harvey

Mr.. and Mrs. A. L. Fulenwder are In
New York, where they attended the.
funeral of Mrs Fulenwider's father Mr..
Henry Harvey. Mr.. Harvey died last
Thursday after an illness Of only few
days. Mrs. Fulenwider was telegraphed
and reached her fathers bedside few
hours before his death.
Mr.. Harvey was we'll known in Biz
mingham, where he had many friends.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
Mr.. u. II. Andersou

Mrs j. T. Anderson Of Carbon Hill
died last night ct II o'clock at local
infirmary. The remains will ne sent
TO Carbon Hill this afternoon at 1920
o'clock by Shaw g. Son for inter-
ment. The funeral will, occur at Carbon
Hill tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24

Hugh Howdard. So years old. died yes
terday morning at his residence at Pratt
City. He is survived by three sons and
two daughters. The funeral services will
be held at the Northern Methodist church
at 2 O'Clock tomorrow afternoon.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
CAST OF CHARACTERS.

The SOpnOmOT6 OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES BlVoII YES
terday morning were heard by an excel
lent audience of visitors. while the bat
TALON and company drills held yesterday
afternoon on the campus were also large
~ attended.
Final exercises will be held tomorrow
morning. when the baccalaureate ADDRESS
will he delivered by Walker Percy of Biz
mingham, and the degrees will be con-
ferred upon the graduates and diplomas
presented
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24

]. M. Jeter, IS years old. son of j.
W. Jeter. 1916 Avenue E, died yesterday
evening at a local infirmary after three
weeks illness. The body will be sent
to Waco, Ca, this morning at z o'clock
for interment by Shaw & Son.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24

Erskin Hogan, 1-year-old son of B. E.
Hogan, died yesterday at the residence
of his parents at Lewisburg. The funeral
services will be held at the residence this
afternoon at o'clock. Interment will
be In the cemetery at Walkers Chapel.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24
Kills wife and Himself

!. Greenville Tex. May 2S.-Berry Beas-
ley this afternoon shot his wife, aged IL
years, and then killed himself The cou-
pie had been separated. His wife died.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-05-24

Hear Gov. Glenn of North
Carolina. Jefferson theatre, s
o'clock tonight. Admission free.