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The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-02
UNLIMITED WATER
 POWER IS WASTED

San Antonio, Tex, May 1.-(Special)- According to estimates made by the United States government. almost unlim- fted water power is going to waste in Texas. If this were utilized in running factory machinery. it would furnish pow CT for the manufacturing of the entire cotton crop of the state.
 Some notion of what this means can be gathered from the fact that Texas pro duces one-third of the cotton grown in the United States. Already some effort has been made to harness the streams for power purposes. The Guadalupe at New Braunfels furnishes. 3o,O00 horsepower and at number of other points streams have been damned and power developed. One of the largest dams in the world is that across the Colorado at Austin. This is so important as source of power that the national government has prepared an ar ticle of g pages broadly Illustrated wit pictures showing the commercial impor tance of such an effort.
 The Brazos river offers many advan tages for water power purposes. The Sar Miguel, the Nueces, and the Medina al
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-02
PROGRESSVES ID
 ORGANIZE FIGHT
Will Make Strenuous Effort to Carry State of
 Washington

Spokane Wash, May 1.-The progress sive Republican league of Spokane, which was organized a month ago and now has 800 active members, including 150 women electors, announces through it's presi- dent, Nelson w. Durham, that United States Senator LaFollette of Wisconsin, mentioned as a presidential candidate, will be the principal speaker at the organ ization of a state league here next fall.
 Among other men invited to speak ip Spokane and stump eastern, central and western Washington next fall and winter, are Senator Moses E. Clapp of Minneso. ta, Senator W. E. Borah of Idaho, Sena- tor Jonathan Bourne of Oregon, Senator Miles Poindexter of Washington and for mer Senator Albert J. Beveridge of In. diana
 ''The Progressives will put forth every effort to carry the state of Washington in 1912," MT. Durham said We shall be. gin our work at once, sending 10 or more of members into various parts of the state to organize local leagues. We feel the time Is ripe to advance the interests of the state and nation and we also believe that the progressives will solve the prob lems"
 Many predict that Washington and other states in the Pacific Northwest will be found in the progressive columns at the general election in 1912. Colonel Roose velt's recent tour of the west, they add, is not without significance. Others de- clare that the views expressed In Spokane by former Congressman James T. Taw nov of Minnesota would indicate that the stand patters' are preparing for ths fray not only in Washington, but through out the Northwest.
 "The woman vote will be an important factor in Washington at the next general election" said Mrs. May Arkwright Hut ton. "It's influence has been felt in Spo- kane, Seattle and Tacoma during the last three months. We shall hear more of it in 1912'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-02
BISHOP K|LGO ID ADDRESS NEGROES Tuskegee Industrial School Commencement Be-
 gins May 21

Tuskegee, May 1--(Special)-The an- nual commencement exercises of the Tus- kegee Normal and Industrial institute will begin on Sunday, May 21. with the delivery of the commencement sermon by Bishop John c. Kilgo of the Method ist Episcopal church, South. These exer- cises promise to eclipse, in point of at. tendance and interest, that of any pre- vious commencement at the institution.
 The seventeenth. anniversary exercises of the Phelps Hall Bible training school will be held Monday, May 22, at 7:S o'clock D. m., in the Institute chapel.
 One of the most interesting events of commencement week is that of the Trinity church Boston prize contest, which takes place on Tuesday, May 2S, in the institute chapel. at 7:so p. m.
 The special commencement day exer- cises on Thursday, May 25, will begin at l0:sO a. m, after drill by the entire bat talion. and a second session in the after. noon at p. m; concluding with the de- livery of the annual commencement ad- dress by Judge Robert H. Terrell of the municipal court of the District Of Colum. bia.
 Among the graduates on the programme will be Julius Freeman of Wilson, N. G. and Acie Jones of Thomasville, Ga., the Yaledictorian and salutatorian, who will speak on industrial as well as on aca. demic subjects.
 There will also be a panoramic display of the trades, illustrating the work as &C., tually carried on in the different shops and divisions of the school
 The various divisions of the school will be in operation during the week and on May 25 Visitors and friends of the insti- tution will have ample opportunity to in- spect the work of the students.
 Special arrangements have been made for the accommodation of all visitors, and probably a great many people will take advantage of this opportunity to visit the institution.
 Open, round trip, reduced railroad rates can be secured to reach Tnskegee during commencement For the convenience of visitors attending this occasion. a special train will be operated from Montgomery | to Tuskegee and return, and also from Opelika and intermediate points to Tus. l kegee, on May 9.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-02
",IMPORTANT''

It has been discovered that there are thousands of voters who have paid their poll tax and are otherwise qualified to vote, who are not entered on the list of qualified voters.
 "You may be among them. " Therefore, it is of the utmost importance that You go to the Probate Judges office at once, take your poll taxe re- ceipts with you, and see that your name is placed on the list, if omitted. Do not neglect this, your political rights as a citizen depend thereon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-02

maintain a flow that justifies conserva- tion for power building.
 It is understood that at a number of points in this state manufacturing inter- ests have secured rights and will begin in the near future to harness streams so that the power may be utilized. In number of places in this country farmers have damned small streams and thus furnished power for lighting their homes and driving small machinery. Such dams as these are not uncommon in the north and east. and 1t is said that this same system of utilizing power will soon be adopted by many farmers along Texas streams.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-02
Kittridge Rallies

Hot Springs. Ark, May 1.-While for mer United States Senator A. B. Kit fridge of South Dakota was slightly inn proved today, his condition Is still con- sidered precarious. Three physicians and two trained nurses are constantly at his bedside His relatives and friends are more hopeful The patient early today partook or a little nourishment
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-02
Cotton Mill Is Sold

Charlotte, N. C., May IA news dis patch received here this afternoon states that properties of the bankrupt Trot- tingwood Manufacturing company at Have River. N. C., were disposed of at auction at noon today by order of the court. The properties consisted of the cotton mill building, 5000 spindles, 40 looms, 50 acres of land, 16 dwellings and a storehouse. They were purchased by Capt. J. w. Grey of Greensboro, for BPS, 0O0 The sale is subject to confirmation by the court.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-02
JAP EXPLORERS
 HAVE RETURNED

Sydney. N. S. w, May 1.-The Jap anese Arctic steamer Kinan Maru, with SO persons on board, arrived yester- day The expedition reached Coulman island March II, but was compelled to put back owing to ice packs and fcebergs encountered. The cold killed 10 of the Eskimo dogs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-02
THE WHITE HOUSE
west End Beach, Biloxi, Miss.

An Ideal spot on the Gulf of Mexico. Interurban line to other resorts passes gate Beautiful large grounds Cool airy rooms with without bath. Wholesome home cooking and sea foods. Fishing. bathing boat ing motoring hunting. driving tennis. golf, etc. Rates 5000 and ID per week. Write for Illustrated bcoklet Mrs. Cora E. White. Prop
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-02

One five-passenger Rec auto mobile in good condition, will be sold at Fies & Sons auction sale of horses and mules Thurs day, May 4.
 FEES & SON
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-02
Glass Factory Burns

San Francisco, May 1.-Fires starting from an overflow of molten glass swept the plant of the Illinois Pacific Glass company. early today, causing loss esti- mated at $300,OOO.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-02

Over two hundred head horses and mules to be sold at auction Thursday, May 4. Any kind you want.
 FEES & SON
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06
4 STARTLING Star . ar v

1t was our pleasure to attend a
Christmas star party on the evening of
Dec. %, given ar the hospitable home
of Mr.. and Mrs. E. L. Sanderson,
near Torrance, in honor of Mr.. Luther
Graves, a rising young lawyer Of Mem
phis, who was a guest in their home
during the holidays.
There was quite a large crowd in at
tendance, many point, on our state
map being represented; among them
Columbus, Aberdeen, Canton, Oak
land, Grenada, Grayport, Williamsville
and Torrance. One, in trying to de.
scribe the occasion, can only fall far
short of doing justice, for the charming
girls and handsome boys gliding t. ard
fro in the brilliantly lighted ercoms
among the lovely silver and gold STARS
that hung above and around them,
makes one willing to risk a lonely ride
through a river bottom, on a black
dark night, to be ar honored guest at
such an entertainment and have the
privilege of smiling at the beautiful
girls who were there. To say that each
one enjoyed it, would be but little, for
all who know Er. Sanderson and his
excellent wife, the charming daughter
and gallant son, knew that an enter
tainment in their home would be a sue
cess. They looked upon all with beam
ing smiles of welcome as if everything
was made to beat in unison with their
own full hearts. The glad Christmas
spirit seemed to be in each heart and
the exciting pleasurerentered Into be-
fore the appointed hour for refresh
ments arrived, rendered the crowd fit
to do justice to the many good things
placed before them. Indeed, the great
snowy table, under the dazzling light.
with its fruit, its flowers and, greatest
OF all, its dainty little souvenir bas-
kats with place cards for each couple.
in a dining room decorated so beauti-
fully with holly, mistletoe. etc, marked
an epoch in the lives of all who were
present.
May MIR. Sanderson and family live
long enough to enjoy many more such
entertainments, is the wish of
The Writer.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06
CHARGES BY EXPRESS COMPANIES

WE note from press dispatches sent out from Washington City
w that the Interstate Commerce Commission is soon to take m
the matter of reducing the charges made by the express companies
of the country. We are sure that the Commission could not address
itself to a more important matter and one that vitality affects =
greater Number of people. We know little about any express nm
pany other than the American, but we presume they all have about
the same tariff. The high muck.a-mucks, who own the stock. u9ibe
country fix the charges and if here S any corporation in al the land
that is absolutely cutting the public worse than The EXPRESS comnanv
we would have to be shown to be made believe. Tie fac1 is. we do
not believe such a corporation exists on the earth or in the midst Of
the seas.\ 1t is a marvel to us that they have been permitted to con.
tnue their pllage SO long, and the only reason we can assign for
this is that the charges arc on sundry items and that the shipper or
consgnee prefers to pay rather than undergo the cost of CARVING
his complaint to the powers that be. If they cannot be reached anv
other way, the Mississippi railroad commission can in some measure
get redress for residents of this state by TAXING THEM TO THE LIMIT
and if the commission don't do it, its members should be voted ont
of office. Let it be hoped that the Interstate Commerce Commits
sion will give the needed relief.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06
BREWER BY

THERE are many newspapers in Mississippi that arc unerring DO
1 ltical prophets, and in this respect the Clarion Ledger occupies
front rank. 1t has long been to Mississippi what the New York
Herald is to the Nation. Some weeks ago the CLARION Ledger-6rst
a newspaper, and never a factonal partsan-made it plain in an ei-
torIal forecast that Hon. Earl Brewer would have an uncontested
nomination for Governor. Since that forecast, several distinguished
Mlsslsslppians who have been lmportuned to announce themselves
Candidates for Governor have promptly and publicly declined. some
OF them stating in direct terms that it was manifest that the people
of the state had settled on Brewer for Governor. This is true. thus
making Mr.. Brewer a non-factional Governor with great power for
good, and no enemies to punish, save the enemies of Mississippi, if
there be such.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06

-.L %2 LaHt HK ~
Todayssis the 169th cele6ratiop-of
January first Is New Yearsss Day. AZ
though there was : general popular 6b-
~tservance Of the first of January as the
beginning of the year, the ancient
Jewish year, which. opened. with March
continued long to have, . legal posi-
ton in Christian countries. In En-
gland'i it was not until 1852 that Jauary
first became the initial day of the le-
gal year. In Scotland this important
change was made through a decree is
sued by James vi. 1t was effected in
France in 1916, fifty-four years before
the decree of James was issued in
Scotland. In Holland, protestant Ger
many and Prussia the date was legally
determined by similar DEGREES, but not
until 170C. ,
The old Dionysian calendar is still
retained IN the Balcan states, and in
Greece, while in Russia the day was
not officially declared t be the legal
new year until 1902.
The ancient Egyptians had a yearde-
termined by the changes in Il e sea-
sons, which contained 365 days divided
into twelve months of thirty days each,
with live supplementary days at the
end of the year.
There is much that is interesting |
about the month of January. 1t is
named after Janus, the deity supposed
to preside over doors, which might
naturally suggest the opening of the
door of a new year. His name was Sc
lscted to represent the north By Numa
Pompilius, the Roman Emperor.
In va W country the day has come
to be regarded as one of the festival
days OF che year, and in the East New
Year is commemorated with even
more pomp and spectacular display
than is given to Christmas.
It was on January first, 1875. that
Paul Revere was born. People did not
tream on that proud morning that he
vas some day destined to ride through
he New England night with his warn
ng and swing his lantern from the old
South church, in Boston.
Anthony Wayne. another historic
character, was born on New Yeas
Day. The first American flag was un-
urled by George Washington OH New
Day at Cambridge, Mass. This
vas in the eventful year of 1875, when
'e assumed command of the Continent
al army. Edmund Burke was born on
New Years Day, and there is a long
list of other celebrated men and wo-!
men who first saw the light of day on
he first of the New Year.
Almanacs have now become a fea-
ure Of the New Year, for it is upon
his day they are usually issued, and
While they have been issued for several
enturies, the official date of publica.
is now January first. /
There is much other valuable data
onnected with today which is one of
he most significant of the year.
Appeal. Jan. l.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06
Old Soldier Tortured

For years ! suffered unspeakable
torture from indigestion, constipation
n liver trouble wrote A. X. Smith,
a war veteran at Erie, Pa, but DR..
Kings New Life Pills fixed me all
right They're simply great" Try
them for any stomach, liver or kidney
trouble. Only 25c, at all druggists.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06
BOfD'S

WIZ note from some Of the daily papers that Prof. G. F. BOYD of
W hoscIusko IS going to oppose Hon. J. n. Powers for reelection
to the office OF State superintendent. Mr.. Bovd is q very deserving
man and one OF the states most prominent and most successful edu-
Gators, but he is making a fatal mistake BY setting into this cam
palGn. Powers desires another tern. and he is entitled to it. He
mas made good and is in every way worthy OF the great trust in his
hands. We hope and believe that he will be triumphantly reelected.
We are Mr.. Boyds friend. and are sorry indeed that he has made
the blunder of becoming a candidate at this time. We vet hope that
he will reconsider.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06
PROF. j. w. BELL.

IF Prof. +. L. Whitfield accepts the presidency o: the projected
1 Normal school at Hattesburg, a place to which he was recently
chosen, 1t will be necessary to elect a new head of the Industrial In
sttute and College, We are unadvised as to the number of appli-
cants. but we believe Prof ]. w. Bell of the State University admir-
ably equipped to carry on the work of the College, and that the trus-
tees would make no mistake IN clecting him. In many respects he
is peculiarly suited for the task. HIS former connection with the in
sttution and his knowledge OF the school needs of he state, should
especially recommend him.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06
a NEW NEWSPAPER PRESS

W. are glad to announce to our friends and patrons that we have
w purchased a new and up-to-date newspaper press which we
nope to install within the next thirty days. We will then be better
prepared than ever, not only to publish a newspaper but to do biob
class lob printing.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06

ACCORDlNG to a recent order of the railroad commission n,s
4 \ sengers or all trains in Mississippi must provide themselves
with drinking cups-that is, if they wish to drink water. This action
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06
Horse and Cow Wanted.

want a good, sound horse, weighing
from 800 to 1000 pounds; one that 1
can do light farming with, also can
hitch and drive.
Want a good Jersey COW, one that is
a good mixer.
Write me full description and price.
Will pay spot cash.
j. X. Morrison,
l2-16-I0-6t Tie Plant, Miss
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06
OUR CHOICE FOR GOVERNOR
HON. EARL BREWER

we are nthort"@t to announce +. d. Simpsons as acandfdatef for County supero
tniehto Of Public EduCnin;s ubuc to the urinary ep,tn
wi RlFF Senunelk authorized to announce Il l. A. no. ouaA.a
if Sh"fh OF 0renada County subject the pnmare of 1911.
thc ccnttne is authorized to aunounc |. Il Bahe as a ,u,dAd,,a 500 c.u
CLERK of Grenada county;s subject to The pinarcs of 1911.
tue NShteIH authorized to announce Andre M Carmhns asa Candidate for tho
marie> ZIMMERMAN pr
we area authorized to announce W $ p Dmy r rrc-JerM IN the oso Of r...
Attorney subject to the actnuof ued democratic primary.
wy 'V 'ut"nNeuu TO ann 1unceW II. w asa canddate for ShtriT Grenada
county; subject ot the action OF the deuocratcpr nary.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06

\/ASI opportunities ire knocking at Grenadas1 door. AS te
v whether they are let in, depends upon the nrooress;veress ~
the citizenship.
The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1911-01-06

THERE is a tide in the affairs of towns and cities as well as in
1 that of men. Let Grenada consider this.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1911-12-23
Sheriff Sale.

State Of Louisiana. Parish of VIM,
Fifth judicial District Court
No. 1890.
j. GrOssman's Sons vs.. A. V. and j.
NJ. Bonnette.
BY virtue OF a writ of Fieri Facias
issued out of the honorable Fifth
Judicial District Court In and for the
parish of Vim. La, and to me d.
rected In the above numbered and
entitled suit. have seized and will
offer for sale at the principal front
door Of the court house In Colfax.
Grant parish, La, between the
hours prescribed for judicial sales, on
SATURDAY, JANUARY q. 1912,
the following described property
seized as the property OF the defen-
dants. to-wit:
Lots Nos. 12 and ID In Block No. 6.
Lot and Building In Walker Addi-
tion, Lot and Building In Dowden
Addition, all In the town OF Pollock,
La.
Terms Of sale-Cash, with the
benefit Of appraisement.
This Dec -, 1911.
A. Ii. PERKINS,
Sheriff of Grant Parish. La.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1911-12-23
Our walter Is Home Again.

Mr.. Walter W. White, alias like
Fpwclothes," formerly editor OF the
Versla Recor,Ierand the Grant Parish
Democrat. later ON the Winnfield SEN
tinel and .Junpsboro News, and still
Inter with the South Mansfield Star
aud the DpRidder Enterprise, drop
ped in at the Chronicle office last
Monday. with n grip confirming his
s.frw Clothes" consisting of celIu-
loid rollnr, corn cob pipe and an
empty tobacco eau. After he had
filed his pipe from our tobacco pouch,
and borrowed match. (which he
promised to returnl, he gave an ac-
count of his perambuluting expert
ence IN an editor. aud wound up by
informing Us he expected to take
charge OF the Pollock News at an
early date.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1911-12-23
Meeting of Democratic Parish Com
mittee of Grant Parish.

The Democratic Parish Committee
of Grant parish. Louisiana, is hereby
called to meet at the court house at
Colfax, La. on Tuesday. January 9,
1912. In accordance with the Primary
Election law OF Louisiana. at noon
on said day.
All local candidates are hereby
notified to file with the chairman of
the said committee, on or before
said date the name of one duly quail
lied voter to act as commissioner
Of election for each and every voting
precinct In the parish. except that in
the case OF candidates for nominal
ton for ward offices they shall con-
fine themselves to the ward In which
they are candidates In selections
made by them for said commission
ers, they to hand In the name of one
electOr for each and every precinct
In the ward.
Colfax, La. Dec. 20, 1911.
A. A. DEAN, Chmn.
Paramount, La. !,
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1911-12-23

The officers of Colfax Lodge No.
259 +. 4 A. M. elected to serve for
1912, will be duly installed at 8
O'Clock in the evening of Wednesday.
Dec. ~, 1911, st. Johns Day. A
full Attendance OF the members is re-
qnested.
Owing to other engagements ut
that time among the ladies interest
ed in the craft, the entertainment
and refreshment program for that
OCCASION will be omitted, and only
members of the order are invited.
BY order of the Worshipful Master.
j. C.. mcknight, W. NJ.
j. l.. MORINTINI, Secretary.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1911-12-23
Estray Notice.

Taken up by me In Ward 4. one
deep red cow. marked staple fork In
rigbtear, crop and unslerbit in left
ear. no brand, about 8 years old.
One pale red bull. no mark or brand.
about years old.
The owner Ia notified to come for
ward and prove property and pay
costs or same will be estrayed and
sold according to law. Call on or
address, W. NJ. NORRIS,
3t$ Black Creek. La.
The Colfax chronicle. [volume] (Colfax, Grant Parish, La.) 1877-1981, 1911-12-23
Meeting of Police Jury of Grant
Parish.

Under the law. January 1st.. being
the first Monday In the month of
January, 1919, IL the regular meeting
day of the police jury of Grant par
ish. but whereas. the said day, Janu-
l, IL "a legal holiday, notice is there
fore hereby given to the several
members Of the police jury of the
parish Of Grant, La, thats the body
will meet In regular session on Tues
day, January 2. 1912. at the court
house at Colfax, La, according to
law.
Witness our signatures at COlfax,
La, this the 20. day Of December.
1911. j. w. DUNCAN,
j. B. ROBERTS, President.
Clerk and ATTORNEY.