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The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
DIR. ORNE SAYS LEASE SYSTEM
 IS STAIN ON ALABAMA RECORD

number of operations daily are three. The only alteration that I could wish for at the Hillman is that it could be moved bodily to the mountains or the country where the fresh air abounds and away from the noise of the down town, which this hospital Is trifle too near. Of course 1t is an emergency hos pital, but in these days of the automo- bile the run to the country could be made in short time.
 During my trip through the Hill man I found one of the most touching and pathetic cases I have ever encount- cred. A little girl, six years of aga. has been stricken with paralysis of The lower limbs from tuberculosis of the spine and must lie in a plaster jacket for some time yet. She was en- cased in the plaster about six weeks ago and the attending physician states that she might recover with the conr tinued treatment or gain the use of her limbs, but will likely remain in the cast for year. An orphan child left to the care of an uncle and aunt, her affliction was brought on by their bru- tai management and she was taken in charge by the Juvenile court Every thing within the range of medical science and loving kindness is being done for her.
 Dr. and Mrs. Orne spoke and sang yesterday at the city jail at 9 o'clock in the morning and were requested to come again upon the conclusion of their services. At 10 o'clock they visited the county jail to conduct a short service pr. Orne opens his jail service in a manner dissimilar to the usual evan gelist by first arousing the resentment of the prisoners in telling them that he is glad to see them there as they can have time to think of where they will spend eternity. When he has fin- ished, however he is invited to return another time for a continuation of his services. In the afternoon the couple made visit to the county aims house for the same purpose and all three places they held services alike for the white and co1ored. pr. Orne says that he knows that the Lord will not say to bim and Mrs. Orne that T sps sick and in prison and ye visited me not,'' for they have actually spoken in 1900 aims houses, 1900 county jails, state prisons and penitentiaries, to say nothing of the reformatories and industrial schools
 pr. and Mrs. Orne will make a trip to the Mercy Home and Day Nursery to- day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
LARGE C[ASS0F DRAGONS ORDAINED Impressive Service Is Held at Conference in Merid-
 ian Yesterday

Meridian. Miss, December 10.-(SpeciaD This city turned out en masse today 10 attend the services of the conference or Methodists. now in session here. The pulpits of all of the churches of Meridian were filled by visiting ministers and thou-l sands of people listened to magnificent sermons rom some of the best preachers in the land. No business sessions were held today, the services being of an evan gelistic nature.
 At o'clock an old fashioned love feast was held at Central Methodist church, Bishop Warren A. Candler of Atlanta, presiding. A large class of deacons were ordained by the bishop this morning, fol- lowing the morning services. The ser- vice of ordination was very impressive.
 One of the greatest meetings of the con ference term was the grand Epworth League rally this afternoon at o'clock at the courthouse. Upwards of 1000 young men and ladies from the Meridian col leges besides a large crowd of Epworth Leaguers of the city were present to lis- ten to masterful address by Dr. J. Mar yin Culberth of Nashville. The doctor is assistant editor of the Epworth Era, the official organ of the league. He proved himself to be a magnetic speaker and his outline of the work of the Ep- worth league and it's importance in the af- fairs of the church today was thoroughly enjoyed by the great gathering of young people. A special musical programme was rendered, consisting of male quartette numbers, solos and choruses. This was one of the greatest gatherings of young people ever held in this city.
 The great auditorium of the courthouse was taxed to it's capacity tonight when Bishop Candler w. A. Candler preached. This is the first official visit of Bish- op Candler to Meridian and his great sermons tonight only served to bind that friendship and admiration which has be- gun between hes and the ministers and laymen of the Methodist church of Mis- sissippi All denominations participated in the services of the day and as "Blest be the tie that bnds' was sung tonight all sang together.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
Vote Fund for Families

Indianapolis, December 10.-That the executive board of the United Mine Workers of America, probably will vote a fund for the families of the miners killed in the Briceville disaster at the meeting in Chicago Thursday was the statement tonight of Edwin Perry, secretary-treas- urer of the miners. MT. Perry said that while most of the men believed to have been killed are not members of the union, the board will treat the case without re- gard to that fact.
 It has been the custom of the miners to vote from $50 to $100 to each family that has lost a member in a coal mine dis aster and that is probably what the board will do Thursday according to MT. Perry.
 James Bowden of Knoxville, Tenn, a district member and John Jeffrey, an executive board member, are in Briceville to represent the national organization.
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 is richly entitled to the next democratic presidential candidate. He also says that Champ Clark is most worthy man for the candidacy, that he is closely allied to Underwood on the tariff ques- tion and has given long and able serv- ice in the House and, as its leader ba fore Underwood, has much credit due him for his work"
 In discussing the probable candidacy of Hearst for the nomination, Mir Graves said: MT Hearst is not a de- clared candidate, but his friends are mindful of his efficient service rendered the democratic party in the past and also of his present influence. They be- lieve that he has a great claim on the party. The creeds of progressive democ- racy, the direct election of senators, regulation of trusts and the initiative and referendum, have been the creeds of MT. Hearst for 20 years. MT. Hearst has given great service to the party in preaching these creeds to not only thousands but millions of people through the agency of his papers. His influence can be known by the fact that Governor Plaisted of Maine, Governor Toss of Massachusetts, Governor Bald win of Connecticut and Governor Har mon of Ohio sent telegrams to Mr. Hearst thanking him for his individual work in their respective campaigns and saying that he was a great factor in their success"
 MT. Hearst practically presented New Mexico to the democratic party as a democratic state," said MT. Graves. "He had his paper, the Los Angeles Times, printed in the Spanish language so that it could be read by the majority of the people of New Mexico. He sent numerous workers into the state and revolutionized New Mexico from re- publican territory to democratic state. He is entirely in accord with the shib- boleths of progressive democracy. All Of his papers, with circulation of 15,- 100000 are full of the advocacy of the democratic party"
 Mr. Graves told of meeting Senator Foraker of Ohio the other day. "Mr. Foraker used to be very bitterly op posed to the south, but softened a great deal after his election to the Sen- ate. l asked Mir. Foraker," said Mr. Graves, If in the case MT. Underwood is nominated for president will it mak 0 any difference to you that he is a southern man?"
 Absolutely none" said MT. Foraker. "Of course I cannot vote for him, as am a republican. but if any republican would get up and denounce him because he is from the south. I would take the stump in Underwoods defense.''
 Mr. Graves left last night at Il o'clock for Atlanta before returning east. MT. Graves is a southern man. being born in Abbeville, $. C., 55 years ago. He has won distinction as news paper man, and as the author of "Who's Who" and several other, books
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11

'I think the convict lease system now in practice in Alabama is the greatest stigma that the fair state could have on its name and I consider 1t very inhumane treatment of those who are imprisoned,' said pr. A. S.. Orne of Chicago yesterday
 "It seems to me that Alabama should be rich enough to purchase tract of land large enough to allow the men serving time to work in the open air on farm. Those who have terms of more than three years to serve should be allowed a personal interest in such an estate that their families might get the profits of their labor or they would have something to begin life with upon their release. There are few states as far advanced as Alabama in other lines that have retained the old lease sys- tenn and it is one of the worst possible impediments to the further growth of the state.
 Another improvement that could be well inaugurated is the parole method for prisoners and Alabama can never hope to learn the men sentenced to her penitentiaries to be self reliant until this putting them on their honor has been put into common use throughout the state"
 Dr. Orne visited the Hillman hospital and Nurses Training school Saturday and was charmed with his inspection there. He was most cordially greeted by the house physician, Dr. E. P. Hogan, who invited his guest to make a tour of the building under the chaperonage of the head nurse, Miss Martha A. Washington.
 This hospital is ideal within and without and is one equipped with ax- ceptionally fine attendants and nurses A very noticeable thing about this ln- stitution is that the colored patients are accorded the same attention that is given the whites, and I could see no difference whatever in the treatment for each This is in line with what always said that the south is kinder to the negro than the north, and I am northern man..
 There are about so beds there with 15 patients at present. The average
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
POLICE PERSONALS

Officer O'Neal, who works Second avenue between Twentieth and Twenty third streets, was sick last night and did not report for duty on the morning shift
 Officer Stokes, of the evening shift, working at the Terminal station, did not report for duty yesterday afternoon. Officer Wilson filled his beat.
 Desk Sergeant Weaver was kept at homo yesterday on account of illness. Officer Todd officiated on the desk.
 officers Brent and Puckett, north- side outside scouts, did not report for duty yesterday afternoon. Their beat was worked by officer Smith, supcr- numerary.
 Officer Ivey has good joke on ofl- oer Bagley, the "broncho buster" and will tell 1t, if urged sufficiently.
 Detective Burge has gone to looking for Santa Claus already, h days before Christmas In lieu of a sock, he hung up pair of shoes on the electric fan in the detectives office. Detectives Carl Ray and Carrie" Nation has been as- signed by Desk Sergeant Donelson to figure out how the old gentleman is go- ing to gain access to them and how he is going to fill them when he gets there
 Detectives Jones and Gates are al- legged to have opened up collection agency, hotel bills a speciality.
 This morning Chief Bodeker called up the city jail. Patrol Chauffeur Harrison caught the phone. Harrison also thought that it was some of the scouts calling for the wagon. "Hello,'' said into the phone. "Who is that?'' came from the other end. Why, this is MT. Harrison; who do you reokon?" said the good looking young g.nt from Woodlawn. On, Ben, let me speak to Mir. So-and-So." It was the chief. Benjamin J. looked like 30 cents and felt like the o.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
RUDOLPH GANz IS
 WARMLY GREETED Distinguished Pianist Gives Brilliant Recital at The
 Jefferson Sunday

Rudolph Gang gave a piano recital at the Jefferson theatre yesterday after noon. It was the second of the series of matinee musicales arranged for this sea- son by Mrs. Truman Aldrich, Jr., and was notable entertainment. The audience was large and highly appreciative and MT. Gang was in splendid form. This was the programmes:
 Liszt-Variations on a theme by Bach Weinen Klagen).
 Beethoven-Sonata in F minor (appas- Andante Con Motto. Co, Allegro ma non troppo. Presto.
 Blanchet-ta), Prelude in G flat. tb,, Serenade in G flat.
 Mendelssohn-(a), Song without words. (b), Scherzo F minor.
 Ganz-(a), Marche fantastique, op. 10. (b), Melodie in G, op. 10. Co, Etude Ca- price, op. IA.
 Chopin-Fantasie in F minor.
 Chopin-Lszt-Two polish songs; (a), Madchen's Wunsch. (b), Meine Freuden.
 Liszt-Rakoczy march.
 For encores MT. Gang repeated he beautiful tricksy little Blanchet novelty and after the close of the programme Liszt's "Lebestraum."
 Among the qualities that mark MT Ganz's playing are virility and brilliance in those works that invite strong dynamic treatment for their proper interpretation. refined emotion and tenderness in relig- ious passages and delicate fancy where the music is all poesy. Tn his opening scarcely in any instance was clarity sacrificed for brilliance or stren- uous technic. And as for the chorale at the end of Liszt's variations on a Bach theme could any music have been more heavenly or moving?
 In the Beethoven sonata there was depth of feeling, classic grace and singular warmth of tone color. Tt was indeed one of the most thoroughly satis- flying of all of Mr. Ganz's numbers.
 The Chopin Fantasie was so beautifully and authoritatively played that it was like a revelation.
 Many virtuosos present programmes that are heavy and dry but judging from yesterdays offerings MT. Gang is a. most admirable programme maker. There was variety and a number of novelties, and all in all that recital will be remembered as one of the most delightful ever heard in Birmingham.
 The third matinee musicale will hiring Lila Ormond, mezzo-soprano, Sunday February IS, and Albert Spaldng, violin. Sunday, March, 10, will conclude the se- ries for 1911-12
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
FORM BRANCH OF
 HOLY NAME SOCIETY
Parish of Church of Blessed Sacra- ment. West End. Organizes and Elects Officers

A branch of the Holy Name society was organized in the parish of the Church of the Blessed Sacrament. West End, last night. Twenty-nine Catholic men were received into the society w. c. Middaugh was elected president and J. P. Thomas, Jr., was elected secretary-treasurer
 The Rev. Father Demouey, of St. Pe- ter's church, Montgomery, preached a sermon appropriate to the occasion from the text. Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord. thy God in vain-' It was a stirring discourse and was listened to with rapt attention by a large congre- gation.
 The feature of the evening was the attendance of about 40 members of the branch of the Holy Name society of St. Paul's church.
 The Rev Father Turner, pastor of the Church of the Blessed Sacrament, says he earnestly hopes that every man in his parish will join the Holy Name.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
GRAVES DISCUSSES HEARST'S POLITICS Underwood Well Fitted For
 1912 Race BELONGS TO SOUTH
Distinguished Editor in Chief of New York American Talks Politics
 in General and Hearst in Particular

''The only advocacy MT. Hearst's pa pers have for the presidential nomna- tion is for either Champ Clark or Oscar Underwood,' said John Temple Graves, editor of Hearst's New York American, who stopped over at the Morris hotel last night while waiting on a train for Atlanta. MT. Graves was the guest of James K. V,ardaman, the Mississippi senator, while at the hotel, arriving yesterday afternoon from the east.
 l MT. Graves is one of the noted Amer ican editors, and in discussing the at titude of the Hearst papers on the pres idential question said:
 MT. Hearst says oscar Underwood Is one of the best fitted men for the place, and his attitude on the tariff and his leadership in the House have mark ed him as an exceptional statesman. MT. Hearst also believes that the south
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
PISGAH SERVICE
 FRATERNAL HALL
Dr. Charles Oxnam Breaches Strong Sermon Yesterday-Open
 Ark Wednesday

Rev. Charles O. Oxnam, D. D. preached a strong sermon yesterday afternoon in the fraternal hall on 'Practical Christianity"
 In the course of his remarks he said, established great empires through force and through a great waste of life. John D. Rockefeller and Pierpont Morgan have established great fortunes through rebating, trickery, fraud and business violence. Jesus Christ estab- iished his kingdom through humility and love.
 Coming at a time when idolatry fourished everywhere, when all kinds mitted but encouraged, when might was right, the doctrine that one should love his neighbor as himself and that one should love his enemies and do good to them that despitefully used him was a revelation in more ways than one.
 "Our Saviour consorted with pupli- cans and sinners one of the most won oerful stories in the Bible deals with a harlot as its central figure, and still We WHO dIt HIS BIOltSSeu lOllOWtiS are so careful of our responsibility and of what the neighbors will say, that we do not do one-tenth of the rescue work necessary.
 "Pisgah Home Is aimed for. the relief of these unfortunates. We ask no ques- tions; the fact that man is hungry and broke is -all the credentials he Adxs I 1, 1c,I ...-,, i<,r,c i,, Pisgah Home than in any church l ever held the same length of time. The love that welcomes the outcast breaks down all barriers, and they are thank : full of the chance to show their thank fulness."
 At the close of the service Dr. OK nam announced that Pisgah Ark, Q home for friendless women located at 1901 Allen street, North Highlands. would be formally opened to the public Wednesday December 13. A Pisgah dn' ner of baked beans, brown bread and apples will be served at o'clock. It ic hoped to have at least 25 girls who wish to lead a better life, and cordial invitation is extended to the people of Birmingham to attend.
 Mrs. Charles o. Oxnam will be in charge of this most important addition to the Pisgah work. Mrs. Oxnam was for years head of the Methodist Dea- coness Training school in San Fran cisco has done a great deal of work in the slums, and is consecrated dea- coness of the Methodist church. pr. Oxnam wishes it especially understood that there is to be no red tape or delay of days in getting girl into Pisgah h Ark. neither fs there a penny of charge.
 Telerhore Vrf' r l 962 and ask for It asasr 3trt pm the street or jt sS ti4l taken of immediately.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
GEN. REYES SEEN
 AT RANCHERIAS

Mexico City, December 10.-Yester- day General Bernardo Reyes was sesn at Rancherias, a village in Mexico be- tween Mier and Camargo, on the Rio Grande, according to the Lampazeos correspondent of the Imparcial who re- ported the discovery today No such report has been received by the gov ernment officials, however, who admit their lack of communicating his where abouts The Imparcial correspondent says he was sighted by the river guards, who also obtained the informa- ton that a son of the general was recruiting men on the hacienda Ea- biana
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
Joseph Hammonds Dead

Greenville, December 10.-(Special.) )-Mr. Joseph Hammonds, formerly of Green- vile, died at Brewton of apoplexy and the body was brought here for inter- ment. MT. Hammonds was member of the Confederate army, enlisting during the latter part of the war. Dr. Smith of the Presbyterian church at Brewton con ducted the funeral services. The Mag nolia cemetery was the place of inter- ment. MT. Hammonds is survived by many relatives, among whom Is J. M. Hammonds of this place.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
FINISHES FLIGHT ID PACIFIC TranscOntinental Trip in An AerOplane Ends at Long
 Beach

Long Beach, Cal, December 10.- Aviator c. P. Rodgers completed the last leg of his cross continental flight and landed on the shore of the Pacific at 4:04 o'clock this afternoon. The final lap of his trip was twelve miles, Rodgers started at Compton, where he fell on November 12.
 A crowd estimated at 60,000 persons saw the finish of the trip and as tie wheels of the Rodgers machine touched the sand an enthusiastic throng surged in on the aviator and the impact of the rush pushed his machine into the waves.
 Rodgers declared his, actual flying time from the Atlantic was three days, ten hours and fourteen minutes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
RATE CASES MAY
 BE POSTPONED

Washington, December 10.-On ac- count of the two vacancies in the su- preme court of the United States, a movement has been started to have the group of state railroad rate cases as signed for argument on January 8, 1912, postponed for full bench. These cases involve the constitutionality of the state rates in Missouri, Minnesota, Ore gon, West Virginia, Arkansas and Ken lucky. In each case the claim is made the laws burden interstate commerce. by exacting a low state rate.
 One vacancy was caused by the death of Justice Harlan, the other temporary III its nature, due to the absence of Justice Day during the serious illness of Mrs. Day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
PACKERS ACCEPT
 ELEVEN JURORS Of Which Number Six Have Been Accepted By the
 Government

Chicago. December 10.-Counsel for the United States government In the trial of J. ogden Armour and nine other Chicago packers charged with criminal violation of the sherman antitrust aet, said today that it was expected the ih- troduction of evidence in the case would begin late tomorrow.
 Eleven jurors have been accepted by the packers and of these six man have been accepted by the government Counsel for the defense, it is expected, will tender a panel to the government by tho noon recess tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
Brother in Washington

Washington. December 1O.-Jacques De Perrie, French vice consul at Colon, Pan- anna, who was drowned there, was a brother of Count De Perrie De La Roe ca, secretary of the French embassy here The latter received word today of the tragedy, but owing to pressure of busi- ness will not be a6le to go in person to receive the body. The victim for 14 years was connected with the French consular service. The body will be shipped to, France for interment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
Mrs. Thirza HOckinrs

Mrs. Thirza Hockings, aged 27 years died at her late home, 5416 Georgia ave- nue, Woodlawn, Saturday morning. She is survived by her husband, John Hocls- ings, and her father and mother, MT. and Mrs. M " Fields of this city. Funeral services will be held this afternoon at the residence at o'clock Interment wIl, be at Woodawn cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
Helmet Men On Way

Pittsburg, December 10.-Twenty or more trained helmet men with another rescue car Is being rushed tonight to the mine disaster at Briceville, and it is eX- pected to arrive there in the morning. J. w. Paul, engineer of the rescue work at the bureau of mines station in this city, with Assistant Engineer Ryan, left to- day to join car No. in the West Virginia field summon all available helmet men, and proceed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
$MAKE BONDS dEQC.0LIVERtklE66oo
HUBBARD BROS. & GO.

Cotton Merchants, Hanover Square. N. Y. Members New York Cotton Er. change. New Orleans Cotton Exchange. New York Produce Exchange. Asso. ciate Members Liverpool Cotton Asao. citation. Orders solicited for the nus chase and 4N 4A Ht tf,l t-stss Seed oil for 7n4as s~s tention and al Hza4 f3r ttt3t.fI5s signments c so ccst9R slr HttsftN Corresponds iee r7ice6
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
Peace Seems Assured

Manila, December 10-The guerilla bands in Jolio district. against which American detachments have been oper- ating for the past few weeks, have capitulated. Three hundred rifles have been given up and peace now seems as- sured for this district. All other dis- tricts in the islands are quiet.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-12-11
Deaths and Funerals
Joel Yam

The remains of Joel Vann, aged % years, who died Saturday afternoon at Fruithurst, will arrive here today at Il :Ss o'clock over the Southern railroad Wood in Undertaking company will take charge of the body and will carry it to Huffman where funeral services and interment will take place.