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The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-12
Usefulness.

"The vermiform appendix" said the
student of anatomy. appears to be OF
no use to anybody
you are a superficial observer"
replied the professor. 1.-The appendix
is often of great pecuniary benefit to
the surgeon who takes it out."-Wash-
ington Star
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Thinking Of Garden Time.

Bacon-I think much of the man
who can make two blades of grass
grow where one grew before.
Egbert-1ve not got my eye on him
l admire more the man who can make
only one weed grow where a dozen
grew before
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The Truth.

Clarence am the happiest man in
the world,
Ethel-Wait. l can't marry you for
a year.
Clarence-Then I'll be the happiest
man in the world for whole year
Cleveland Leader.
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The decollete-gowned woman is sell
dom deceitful; at least. she doesn't try
to conceal much
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-12
"Pink Eye" is Epidemic.

Attacks the Eyes in the Spr'ngtime. Is
Contagious and Calls for Immediate Ac-
able Relief. 1t Soothes. Apply Murine
Freely and Frequently. Doesn't Smart
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other people have just as much right
to their opinions as you have to yours.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-12

Dr. Pterce's Plea snnt Pellets nrst put up y ysers
ago. They regulate and inviRprate otoma cS M
A1d bowels. Sugar-coated tiny granulss
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-12

Scandal is the tattle of fools who
judge other people by themselves.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-12

1t doesn't take one long to become
an expert fault finder.
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-12

Divorced Woman-I like that dol
very much, only l wish you could ar
range it so that instead of saying Pa
pa and Mamma, it would only say,
Misunderstanding Woche
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PAZO OINTMENT S qua ranteed to cure nny r. -
of Itching, Blind. Bleeding or Protrndins pIss Il.
6to u day rs or money refunded. 60
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At the same time an
Indian princess in her
emeralds and fringes
of pearl looks more
poetic, her grace Just
OWNED through the sa-
ri's veil. for there is a
certain pinched stiff
ness about even the
best of our modern ef-
fects: all seems mere
millinery with heart.
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A crab-eating monkey in Siam swims
like q fish.
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PERRY DAVIS, PaINKur

has an envable reputation of over seventy years
reliable remedy for lumbago, sciatca. pleurisy
stitches, ETC., 2Sc, 3oc and &c. At all druggists
The Idaho Springs siftings-news., 1910-03-12

It cured epilepsy, eased the pangs of
childbirth and brought sleep to tired
brains. 1t healed all ocular diseases,
Indeed, SO pure was its power that
when the eye of a serpent met the
eye of an emerald the serpent became
Immediately blind, or perhaps had
to wear glasses like the cobra the
sest of his life. Seeresses of eld used
TO hold an emerald beneath their
4ngues SO the incoming wave of psy-
Chic vibration might be met by it's
dorce and not utterly overwhelm them
Light seems to traverse, to linger
and caress this lovely stone. whilst
The diamond seems to turn back the
reflection SO violently it strikes one al
most as blow
Vert-de- -pre-the emerald is sister
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OF their eyes of splen.
dor. as never to-day in
the conventional cor
rectnesS of machine
made setting.
Color of universal
harmony; emblem OF
hope, jOy. abundance.
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SALUTE thee. o Emerald, magic GENT"
cries Mchelet to this souvenir Of green
prairies, ocean depths and clear-cleft wells
of peaceful power
1t was occult to all ancient peoples 1t
shone midst the verbena leaves of the
crowns of Druid priestesses in the tangle of
dark hair, above the unutterable yearning
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DENVER DIRECTORY

Onu my Dealer in all kinds IF NEis-
DUN IL LUUk CUASDISE. Mammoth cnta-
log mailed free. Cor. 10th and Blake. Denver.
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to be. One thought OF the enormous
waste In cutting them all the same
shape. Each should have been of
slightly different form. their setting
following as though the artist were
loath to lose any tithe of beauty; the
edges should show the touch of his
creative hand, perhaps even the ham
mer marks Each link speaks individ-
ual strength and feeling in its twist.
and should be incrusted with grains
of gold, beads OF enamel or tiny gems.
and some continuous design run even
on the inside
For those who are really rich, yet
may have but little money, there are
other beautiful green gems.
The peridot should be given sacred
honors. for it is the only gem that has
ever been known to fall from heaven.
having occasionally been found in
those mysterious masses called aero
lites.
Like some rare sea thing
in sea tones is the pendant
of peridots, olivines, aqua
, ! !: : ! !: 7 : !: !
Y marines and violet tinted
pearls Half lost in gauzes.
n it would encourage and
NJ reveal personality
N M that would be COM
M, w pletely extinguished by
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-01-08
FINE PROGRAMME
FOR THE LYCEUM

A novel and most entertaining pro-
CRANE was given last night at the High
school auditorium by Elbert Poland, read
err and character impersonator, and his
FIVE Italian boy musicians. An excellent
attendance braved the weather and the
efforts of Poland and his troupe of artists
were highly enjoyed.
The music furnished was of high or
der OF excellence and was thoroughly
appreciated by the select audience. "A
night in Venice" the operetta put on as
the feature of the entertainment, was
presented In finished and artistic man
ner proper costuming and musical selec-
lions lending the atmosphere of romance
and color typical of Italian scenes.
Ebert Poland gave as his portion of
the performance number of clever read
ings and impersonations, sandwiched in
appropriately with the musical selections.
The entertainment was given under the
auspices of the Lyceum Lecture bureau,
being offered as the fifth number of tho
course. The course thus far has been
most successful and last nights per-
Torrance was considered by no means as
an exception.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-01-08
BOYS CLUB TAKES
OUT ITS PAPERS
Is Formally Chartered With Well
Known Ladies' Specified
as Officers.

The Boys Club and Children's Aid So
ciety OF Birmingham has been formally
Incorporated by a number of Blrming-
hams most prominent women, articles
of incorporation being filed yesterday in
the office OF the probate court. The Of
ficers of the organization under the char
ter granted are: Mrs. James Weatherly,
PRESIDENT Mrs. l.. j. Haley, vice presi-
dent; Mrs. w. d. Murdoch, secretary;
Mrs. w. d. Nesbitt, treasurer.
The purpose of the society is best ex-
pressed in it's motto: Cooperate with the
home. the church, the city authorities and
all public and private institutions for the
betterment and uplift of our community,
especially the boys" The betterment of
the condition prevailing among the chill
dren Of Greater Birmingham will be the
main object of the society's work. 1t will
be the policy of the organization to en-
courage and cooperate with all efforts for
the uplift of the boys. cooperating with
school and court authorities to bring
about the best possible results.
No pecuniary objects will be attached
to the endeavors of the society members,
who will devote their efforts merely in
the interest Of society, with no hope OF re-
Enumeration except in the satisfaction
of doing good for the unfortunate
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-01-08
LEHMAN PROMISES
WARMER WEATHER
Temperature Expected to Rise
Rapidly Today
DOWN TO IS YESTERDAY
Weather Man Believed 20 Would Be
Reached Last Night, But Slight
Moderation Is Predicted
For Today.
DOWN TO IS YESTERDAY

A slight moderation of the cold weather
which has prevailed In this district dur
Ing the past So hours will take place to-
day according to the prediction of Local
Weather Observer w. f. Lehman. The
temperature is expected to rise slowly
and warmer weather is predicted for to-
morrow.
Freezing temperature extended to the
gulf coast yesterday, 26 degrees above
zero being recorded in Mobile yesterday
morning. The cold wave is, apparently,
spreading itself. and 1t Is believed that the
lowest temperature OF the present spell
has already been recorded.
Yesterday morning at o'clock the in
struments at the local weather bureau
showed a temperature of Is degrees above
zero, which was the coolest of the proceed
ing "a hours. During yesterday the Their
mometer rose slowly and at o'clock
last night the maximum temperature of
the day was shown to have been 20 de-
grees, freezing weather continuing
throughout the day.
The weather observer stated last night
that the temperature would probably go
down to 20 degrees during the night and
that the mercury would begin to climb
this morning. Conditions favor contin-
ued fair weather In this vicinity for the
next SO hours.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-01-08
NO HURRY ABOUT
CITY COMMITTEE
MetcaIf Has Not Considered
Calling It Together
CITY POLITICS LIVELY
Ten New Members Must &c Added to
City Committee To Represent
the New Wards Of
the City.
CITY POLITICS LIVELY

Walter Metcalf, chairman OF the city
democratic executive committee, will not
call the committee together until pressure
is brought to bear. He is one of those
American citizens who have had enough
politics for the present time.
"I have not considered calling the COM
Inittee together" stated he In this regard.
II hope 1t will not be necessary to do SO
until some little time has passed
However. it is generally believed that
the city primary will be held In April.
The tip has been given and politicians
are acting accordingly. Chairman Met
calf, on account of his election to the City
Council, will, in all probability, tender
his resignation after the committee has
been called in session. and NJ. NJ Stewart.
also resign. In addition to electing sue
cessors to these two there will be 10 ad-
ditional members seated as representa-
tives OF the 10 new wards of the city.
City politics is becoming full of life. No
formal announcement for any office has
been made. but when the date Of the
primary is settled or the plan agreed upon
the announcements will come thick and
fast. AT the present time It is consid-
cred certain that there will be at least
three candidates for mayor Captain
OBrien. present incumbent, will run
again. Carl Seals, unless he changes his
mind, will get in the race. And 1t Is con-
sdered almost certain that there will be
candidate from the City Council. He
may be Harry Jones, and he may be M. j.
Gregg 1t is not now considered likely
that both these gentlemen will run.
Jere King, whose indefatigble efforts
had most to do with the naturalization
of the Greater Birmingham idea. is con-
sidered a probable candidate, though Mr..
King states that he has not determined
fully on a course to pursue. His friends,
however, are bringing pressure to bear.
and he may leap into the fight. In case
he does 1t is generally admitted that he
will be a potent factor in determining
who shall preside over the destinies of
Birmingham for another term.
Considerable interest Is being shown In
the matter of putting on and keeping off
the ticket the heads of several of the de-
partments. 1t Is reported that strong
pressure win be brought to bear on the
committee to put the election of a chief Of
police in the hands of the commission OF
police.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-01-08
HALEY WILL NOT
MAKE RACE AGAIN
NEW MEN ARE ALREADY BEING
SUGGESTED TO REPRESENT
JEFFERSON IN THE LEGIsLA-
TURE NEXT YEAR.

l.. J. Haley. one Of Jefferson county s
representatives in the legislature has de-
clared that he will not be candidate
again.
''I have had enough" stated Mr.. Haley
1t Ia understood, too, that J. T. Glover.
another representative will not make the
race this year. While Mr.. Glover has
not made statement to this effect the
fact that he was preparing to resign dur
when a number of friends dissuaded him,
is taken to mean that he has had enough
of legislative work himself.
Several names have been mentioned as
probable candidates to represent Jefferson
county in the legislature next term.
One of these is Thomas j. Judge. a
young lawyer of En-ley, who did very
effective work on the stump in the de-
feat of the proposed amendment to the
constitution. Capt. r. G. Mcdonald. for
mer chief of police, has also been men,
toned. and It is reported that w. H.
Bernard of Pratt City will again make
the fight He was defeated in the last
race, as is remembered Another name
that has been mentioned is that Of Frank
Catalan.
If Senator Miller runs again it is taken
for granted that he will have opposition
Among the names mentioned to date are
those of Jere C. King and John I.
Glover. Mr. King stated last night, how
ever, that he had reached no determine
ton in the matter.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-01-08
PLEASED WITH
CITY PLANTS

A party of city officials yesterday Wis
tied the water and electric light plant of
North Birmingham yesterday and con-
sidered the feasibility of their continued
operation.
Mayor O'Brien stated yesterday aft
ernoon that he was surprised with what
he had seen and that the plants are more
valuable than he had believed.
1t is probable that the committee of
the City Council to which the investiga-
toin of these plants was referred Will
decide to operate the plants 1t is said
by members of the committee that one
reason why the people had made COM
plant about the amount of water fur
nshed was that there had been great
waste as result of the people allow
ing their hydrants to run unchecked to
prevent the water freezing and bursting
the pipes
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-01-08
Emnet O'NeaI VIII Wake
Announcement TOMORROW

Col. Emmett o'Neal of Florence, while
at the Morris last night, stated that his
formal announcement for the position of
governor and his platform will be given
to the public tomorrow morning.
Colonel o'Neal states that he win not
go into the deepest detail Of every prop
osition, but that he will make his DO
stion on everything clear
Il have endeavored to state to the pub
lie briefly. eoncisely and clearly wlthal,
my position on the several matters con-
corning which the people of the state are
interested My platform will not be one
the reading of which will require many
hours. and the understanding of which
will tax the knowledge of Philadelphia
lawyer"
While Colonel O'Neal gave no advance
information of what he will say In his
formal announcement, it Is known that
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concerning prohibition he stands on the
platform adopted by the Montgomery con-
ference of those who framed the fight
against the amendment and defeated 1t.
That conference went on record as will
ing to give the present laws a thorough
trial. Colonel 0'Neal, too, believes in
proper regulation and control of the rail-
roads, though he does not advocate a
hostile policy toward them.
1t is understood that he will stand for
a better public road system, the eneour-
agement of agriculture. economy in hand
ling the income of the state, the ad-
vancement of education. the protection of
the Confederate soldier. and the encour-
agement of the investment of foreign cap
ital, the same to have the protection
given home capital, but no more pro-
lection.
Colonel o'Neal will leave today for
Montgomery.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-01-08
WANT DATA ABOUT
DISTRICT FOR THE
PUBLIC LIBRAR Y

Officials of the Birmingham Public
Library have issued a statement sole
iting data, statictics and all interesting
information regarding the mineral re-
sources of the district. All publishers and
compilers of books or pamphlets con-
tanning information concerning the Bir-
mingham district are requested to put
the library on their mailing lists.
A modest collection of very valuable
In the possession of the library. It Is
desired to supplement this department
with the actual figures and statistics
and other information regarding the I'M
mediate district with which view the fol-
lowing has been made public:
"Wanted-At the public library, every
book pamphlet, folder. and leaflet con-
tanning information of whatever kind
about the Birmingham district.
"All business organizations whatsoever
are requested to put the Birmingham
Public Library on their mailing lists.
"All religious, philanthropic, literary
Or social bodies are asked 10 furnish the
library with copies of whatever they may
publish.
Citizens. generally, are requested TO
donate to the library any printed matter
in their possession containing information
about Birmingham and the surrounding
district"
The work for the development of the
library Is progressing smoothly and
steadily and appreciable Improvement is
being noted day by day. Interesting In
formation has been made public to the
effect that the citizens of Birmingham
have done more for the library than has
the city in its official capacity. During
the last few months $500 In cash and
book donations has been contributed by
the general public, whereas $500 is the
total amount appropriated by the city OF
Birmingham through the council. Lit
erary clubs have been active in library
work and have offered material aid. The
Qui Vive, Quest, Chautauqua circle and
Highland Book clubs have subscribed to
the fund for daily newspapers and the
College Women's clubs at an entertain
ment given recently raised $3.50 for the
fund.
The projected enlargement of the read
ing rooms will within a few days be
a reality. The additional room was pro-
vided by the flooring OF the gallery
Of the council chamber. The new cham
Der Is roomy and adequate and will be
a decided improvement when put into
use.
Some change will also be made in
the closing hours Of the library. with a
view of changing the hour of closing from
8 to 9 p. m. The observance of night
hours, It is pointed out, will be quite
convenience for working people who may
not have an opportunity to visit the
rooms during the day. The council will
be prevailed upon to take action in re-
gard to allowing the city hall elevator to
be operated until o'clock, which action
only Is necessary for the change.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-01-08
KEEP IN BEHIND
FEDERAL BUILDING
REQUEST HAS BEEN MADE FOR
$1,5O0,oOO STRUCTURE FOR BIR-
MINGHAM TO BE BUILT WITH
EYE TO FUTURE.

Jere c. King is expecting an answer to-
day from Senator Joseph F. Johnston
in reference to the urgent request that
Congress be asked to make a large ap-
preparation for the construction of gov
eminent building in Birmingham.
I'VE need $1,000, O0o,' stated Mr.. King.
I'VE must erect building large enough
to accommodate the postoffice, the fed
eral court room, the various officials
and the sub-treasury. In addition, there
must be a lot purchased. We must build
for % years, too, and in % years Bir-
mingham will have half million peo-
ple."
IA capital idea" stated John l.. Par
ker, who overheard the statement.
Anything which means the develop
ment Of Birmingham is f1ne," commented
A. II. Ford, president OF the Brming-
ham Railway Light and Power company,
land we must have this government
building you speak off,
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-01-08
CROSSES ARE DELAYED.
Daughters Unable To Present Them to
Veterans on January 19.

The following address has been issued
to the United Daughters of the Con-
fedracy chapters Of the Alabama division:
Birmingham. January Z. 1910.
To the United Daughters of the Con-
federacy chapters, Alabama division:
1t Is with great regret that l am COM
PEELED to notify you that 1t is impos-
sible to receive any crosses of honor for
bestowal on January 49, I realize fully
the disappointment this means to both
the veterans and daughters and 1t Is
you of the unfortunate circumstances.
There are over 300 applications from
Alabama, which 1 Endorsed and sent to
the custodian before the expiration Of
the three weeks limit, and it Is no ones
fault, except that sof the manufacturers,
that we are not TO receive them.
Many OF the applications were those
sent in for September 81 bestowal. which
I kept on file until time for January 10
bestowal to be sent to the custodian
for the reason that no crosses could
be secured for September "a, and of which
/ informed you In September.
The notice from the custodian, which
has Just reached me, is as follows:
Savannah, Ca, January 4, 1910.
"It seems impossible to get crosses
in time for January 49, Kindly notify
your chapters SO they will go to no ex-
pense. Your applications received all
right.
MRS. L. H. RAINES, Custodian"
AS soon as possible these crosses will
be sent to you. to be kept for bestowal
on Memorial day. except in cases where
the veterans are In Ill health, In which
case they may receive theirs at any
time upon presentation Of physicians GER
tificate. With regrets. Yours most sin
cerely. MRS. J. A. ROUNTREE.
Recorder of Crosses.
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10 or Ii days the whole amount will be
subscribed.
No subscriptions will be solicited at
the meeting, but Mr.. Ward will unfold
the plans which have resulted In sue
cess in 50 cities within the last four years
and the subscription of millions of dol
lars. Here Is the invitation:
You are cordially invited to attend a
complimentary dinner at the Hotel Hill
man, Friday evening, January IA, 1910,
at $3.50 o'clock, to meet Mr.. John A. Pat
ten of Chattanooga, Tenn. and Mr.. C. S.
Ward of New York In the interest of a
new Young Mems Christian association
building for Birmingham. No subscrip-
tions will be solicited at this meeting
w. NJ Cosby, R. s. Munger, Walker
Percy, T. H. Johnston, R. NJ. Goodall,
John w. sibley. D. M. Drennen, cam
paign executive committee
Informal dress. Please reply
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-01-08
FINE EXHIBIT HALL AT
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

terday that 1t ia now assured and by
February 1, If the scheme works out a
grand opening of the exhibit will De
held.
A man will be put in charge of the
entire hall and will always be ready to
give information to visitors, to furnish
literature on various subjects, and to let
the people know what is made and sold
here. Invitations will be given all In
corners at the terminals and hotels to
visit the exhibit.
Many manufacturers complain that the
home people do not patronze them, but
the people are not mind readers and have
never been put In touch with the stu
alton. there having never even been "a
campaign of advertising in the local nc VS.
papers.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1910-01-08
Y. W. c. A. CAMPAIGN WILL
OPEN WITH BIG BANQUET

The great campaign to raise s200, 600
for Y. NJ C. A. building win be opened
Friday night, January H. with workers
dinner at the Hotel Hillman. AT head
quarters yesterday the campaign exec
utive committee was announced and the
final arrangements completed for the big
dinner.
The executive committee is composed
of w. M. Cosby, r. 8. Munger, Wal
ker Percy, 7. Fl. Johnston, r. NJ Good
all. John W. sibley. d. NJ Drennen.
This committee will direct all the move
ments of the campaign. aided by C. 8.
Ward, the organizer and leader who fur
nishes the plans.
The dinner will be attended by the $50
committeeman, and the workers who will
turn over the town and stir 1t up with
in the IA days. Enthusiasm which is al
ready rising high will come to a head at
this time and 1t is believed that within