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The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
PRESIDENT DREW IS COMMITTED ID JAIL
HEAD OF FORT PAYNE FUEL AND IRON COMPANY CALLED HOME AND SURRENDERED BY HIS BONDSMEN

Fort Payne, February 25.-(Special.)-- )-- E. c. Drew. president of the Fort Payne Fuel and Iron company was surrendered by his bondsmen to United States Deputy Marshal Graham c. Willis this afternoon It seems that Drew caused some alarm last Monday when he left town, saying he was going to his home in Monroe, La., for few days.
 In the meantime the federal grand jury sitting at Gadsden returned six indict- ments against Drew for the fraudulent use of the United States mail in his scheme to sell the stock of the Fort Payne Fuel and Iron company, of whicf he is president.
 It was rumored around town that Drew had probably skipped to parts unknown whereupon his bondsmen, becoming ner- vous. wired Monroe, La, for MT. Drew to appear at Gadsden or Fort Payne When he reached here everything seemet all right until this afternoon, when Drew was turned over to deputy marshal and committed to jail at Birmingham by United States Commissioners R. J. Guest
 Drew is being guarded at the DeKalt hotel tonight until morning, when he vii be taken to Birmingham, unless his friends furnish s10.000 bond.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
BIC FIELD MEET
 GOES ID HARVARD

| New York February 25.-Harvard won hands down over Syracuse today in a
 contest for the track and field meet of | the Intercollegiate Amateur Athletic As-
 sociation of America to be held on May 26 and 27. Representatives of the east
 ern colleges composing the association voted the big event to Cambridge, il to c. | Columbia won its fight against the pro- posed amendment barring freshmen from | spring meets by a vote of Il to z, Cor ! nell, Yale, Harvard, Dartmouth, Penn | sylvania, Princeton and Michigan voting | for it. A substitute amendment was then adopted. Ii follows:
 No one shall represent any college or l university as a competitor in the annual | field meeting or cross-country run who has won q first, second, third or fourth place in the annual field meet or cross country run while representing any other | college or university, which is, or within four years prior thereto has been, a mem Der of this association
 The A. A. U. rules governing relay rac- ing was adopted almost in their entirety. Contestants in the broad jump were voted an unlimited run. but must take from or behind the scratch line. which was defined as the outer edge of joist eight inches wide, set firmly in and on 1 the same level as the ground. Should the competitors foot be over
 the scratch line while taking off for a jump it shall count as try" new paragraph was added to ! article XXIII of the laws of athletics, reading:
 "A competitor knocking down three or more hurdles or any portion of three or more hurdles in a race shall be disqualified A competitor who fouls | his leg or foot alongside any hurdle shall be disqualified"
 A rule was adopted forbidding any student from competing at more than 1 four annual games.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
CANADIAN FARMERS
 LIKE RECIPROCITY

Ottawa, Ontario, February 25-"As far as the reciprocity agreement goes it has the complete approval of the western farmers, but dissatisfaction is expressed at the smallness of the reduction in the duty on agricultural imports
 This was the statement today of James Bower, president of the Canadian na- tional council of the United Farmers of Alberta who is in Ottawa to urge the government to grant in full the demand 5 of the farmers delegation of Decem- Der 15.
 "If, however" said Mir. Bower, "the contention of some is correct that the agreement is but the first step toward breaking down the system of protec- ton, the farmers may we'll hall 1t with unqualified Asatisfaction.
 "The anti-reciprocity speakers are ab- solutely wrong as to how it would affect western farming conditions. Now, with the prospect of market we could en- gage in growing the crop which Is most suitable to our natural conditions an,l with the assurance of competition in the cattle trade and an outside market for our stock, the cattle trade would receive a wonderful stimulous.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
MUST REGULATE
 FISHING GROUNDS

Bay Minette, February 25.-t Especially Again the fishermen from the lower end of the county have set up a claim for some stringent laws regarding the regulation of their fishing grounds and the protection of the fish. The fishir g waters of this county have been caus- ing the commissioners no little trouble during the past several years because of the proximity of this court to Flor ida and the fact that Florida fisher men persist in entering Alabama wa ters and carrying off the fish. An ob- jection is also being made as to the method employed by the fishermen from the neighboring state to get the fish.
 several regulation bills are to be in- troduced by Representative Je ak lns at the legislature which will greatly aid in maintaining order and regulation among the fisheries.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
GIVE $3,OOO,OOO
 TO FORTIFY CANAL
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 >~>~~~~~~~~~-~s~4~S~-~~-~ you make the canal a legitimate object of prey Instead of protecting the canal you jeopardize 1t. It would be far better to rely on the good faith of the na- tions of the world than to fortify it''
 Representative Sherley declared the his- tory of the world had shown that neu- trality was observed only where there were forts to make it's observance neces- sary. He predicted that if a weak feet sought possession in the harbor at the entrance of the canal from a strong fleet, that the Strong fleet would not hesitate to strike and destroy It's enemies and would leave the question of neutrality to be argued afterwards. MT. Sherley said he could not understand how any Amer ican would be willing. in time of war, to grant an enemy free and equal use of the canal.
 Tn closing the debate Representative Smith took issue with MT. Tawney as to his figures. declaring them to be en- tirely too high. Even if they were coc- rect. however. he said, he would be in favor of fortification. If the United States did not intend to fortify the canal and protect it for it's own use in time of war. Mir Smith dramatically declared that 1t would be better to blow up the canal and quit work tonight;
 "It is an old saying" he' added, "to put your trust in God, but keep your powder dry. I am willing to trust the fidelity of the nations of the world, but believe in putting guns down there on the canal to see that they keep faith"
 After the Tawney amendments and the Keller motion to strike had been defeat ed. another motion was made to recom- init the bill with instructions to the com mittee to omit the fortifcation of the canal On a aye and nay vote this mo- ton was defeated, 123 to S1.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
Successful Applicants

Montgomery, February 25.E(Speciao The following IS list of the successful applicants for teachers certificates from Morgan, Mobile and Hale coun- ties:
 Morgan county: Jessie Ruth Partee' Decatur; Ruby Jones, New Decatur; Fanny E. Moseley. Falkville; Ethel Morrison, Decatur: Samuel l.. Morrow, Hartselle. Colored: Anderson G. Petty, Someryille; John R. Wilhite, Soner- ville Louvenia Mcdonald. Decatur, Ida BerAice Ramey, Decatur; Estella A. Hughes. Decatur.
 Mobile county: Ellen L. Schock, Mo- bile; Leone Marie Bailweg, Mobile; Ruth Marston. Spring Hill; Marguerite E. Lawson, Mobile Aubrey J. Chute. Prichard: Ethel Abrams. Mobile; Annie Pruett. Whatley Ethel N. Rhodes, Fairhope. Colored: Gladys Bullock, Mo bile; David J.. Barnett. Mobile; Estelle Stephenson, Prestwick; Eva Gamble, Mobile: Alma ". Davis. Mobile; Eme- line L. Smith, Mobile; Kissiah Decatur. Mobile; Inell Carter. Mobile; Ellen R. McGrue. Moble Bessie E. Parker, Mo- bile; Ethel Elouise Hayden Mobile.
 Hale county: Loudie May Elliott. Moundville: Robert Jemison owens. Moundville: Minnie Kynard. Mound vile; Annie Laurie Collins Prairie vile; Winston Reese Withers, Greens boro; Elizabeth Avery Havana; Will liam Francis Terry. Phipps. Colored Moses S. Friend, Laneville; Addie w. Valentine, Greensboro Mrs. S. E. Stringer Greensboro: Mrs. Emma L. Harper. Greensboro; Daniel R. V. Wal thall, Newborn: Bessie Winlock Greensboro Diana L. Nixon, Greens boro: Nathan T. Stringer. Greensboro {. Annie J. Sims. Greensboro Richard H. B. Lewis. Blacksandh Fannie R. Clarke. Newbern;. Amy L. Johnson Greensboro; Edward Gooden, Newborn ; Malinda C. Rhodes, Buncombe; Minnie L. Flood, Greensboro; Willis c. Brown. Greensboro.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

avoided. This occurred before I entered office. A budget was made under my ad- ministration In December, but as mat ter of fact a budget is simply an estimate of the receipts and disbursements, and failure to make it has had nothing to do with Birminghams deficit This has re- suited from other and we'll known causes
 NOW, as to my conversation with Pe- tersen, he quotes me in connection with the Dean matter as having said that he must line up with the administration or resign. He suggests the utterly false and contemptibe insinuation that I wanted him to cover up and acquiesce In frauds on the city. This Is a malignant, con temptible lie and 1t Is equally false that I censured him for an investigation of the Dean transaction. Employees of the city will have my active approval and hearty support in every effort to secure an honest and economical administra- ton. I learned that MT. Petersen was knocking my administration and was talking about the citys indebtedness and financial condition in manner calculated to injure it's credit Of course. I am not responsible for the financial condition of Birmingham, but I realize the grave sit uation which confronts Us and I am giv- ing the best thought of which I am cap able to working out the city's financial problems. No employe of business OF municipal corporation should indulge m loose, indiscrimnate talk calculated 70 injure the credit of his employer. I told MT. Peterson my views on this subject and that l wanted to give Birmingham business administration, and that I want ed his loyal support and cooperation. and that he must line up and help. These are the facts on which Petersen, inspired in my opinion, by selfish and designing politicians, has sought to assai the in- tegrity of my administration.
 q have been Mayor of Birmingham about four months: I have done my best during that time to give the people an honest and efficient government. I have been dominated by no clique, ring or fac tion and I never will be so long as I am public servant.
 "C. EXUM, Mayor"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
Soldiers Get Better Rations

Washington, February 25.-The fight in- augurated more than year ago for the betterment of the rations served in the various national soldiers homes was won today when the provision in the sundry civil bill increasing the appropriation for this purpose by $160,o00 was adopted. Rep resentative Cox of Ohio called attention to the fact last year that the average ration in the soldiers homes was 4is cents and that in some 1t was as low as II cents, or about the same as in the fed eral penitentiarles. The increase pro- vided today will bring the average rations up to F cents.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
CLAYTON AMENDS
 JUDICIARY BILL

Washington, Februafy 25.-(Special)- The bill to codify, revise and amend the laws relating to the judiciary, which is in conference, wGs amended In the House by providing that the district judge hav- ing the middle district of Alabama can continue as heretofore to be a district judge for the ncSthern district thereof. The lawyers of the northern district re- quested Representative Clayton to have the bill amended as above stated. MT. Clayton drew the amendment, 1t was agreed to by the Alabama delegation and was adopted before the passage of the bill. This amendment keeps Judge Jones in the original position of being judge of the northern and middle dis tricts of Alabama, so that he has juris- diction In the northern district of Ala bama co-equal with that of Judge Grubb.
 Representative Dent will try to get consideration in the House Monday of the Senate bill which authorizes the Sec retary of War to sell certain land owned by the government on Dauphin Island. Alabama. The bill has been favorably reported.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
Walter Cribb Is Jailed

valdosta. Ga, February 25.-Walter Cribb. white man. was sent to jail. iR default of bond of s12oO today on the charge of burning the postoffice and rall- road depot at Waresboro Ga. c. W. Rig don, merchant of Waresboro, testified that he saw Cribb building fire against the depot and later Rigdon put out the blaze. He said Cribb told him he saw him save the depot and would kill him if he told what Cribb had done. Later the bostoffice and depot were destroyed by fire. as7 7J3ii ssre ks s11 re1
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
PANAMA RULED
 BY DESPOT|SM

Chicago, February 25.-Lorin c. Col lins, until two months ago advocate of the Panama canal. tonight declared the President of the United States has usurped the functions of the legislative branch of the government at Panama and now rules under a despotism as absolute as that<of Russia. Former Jus tice Collins spoke before 300 Chicago law yers at banquet and reviewed the his tory of American rule In the canal zone during his six years as justice.
 "The Presidents word, not the law" he said. governs all and everything. The result is that there has been built up under the American flag bureaucra- cy which controls everything under the sun, and against which even the courts are powerless.
 "After the canal commission was an- nounced in 1904 President Roosevelt de- cided he could change the laws estab- lished by the commission and then began the issuance of executive orders which were, in fact, new laws superseding the lawful authority governing the zone Sec retary of War Taft also took part in the issuance of these orders.
 'The office of governor of the zone was wiped out by President Roosevelt. Five municipalities with mayors, aldermen and taxing bodies were wiped out by execu- tive order and in their place was estab- lshed the bureau of civil administration. The courts were not expected from ex- ecutive interference.
 "All semblance of government, such as the people of the United States know, was absolutely abolished.
 Those conditions remain today By the subsequent executive orders from Washington much of the power vested ir the commission has been stripped from it's members and taken over by the chief engineer. So, for five years control has passed out of Congress and into the hands of the President and the Secretary of War. making the canal zone a virtual satrap of the President In which his despotism is very complete
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
ELECTRICITY WILL
 REPLACE COAL FUEL

New York, February 25.--At an electri- cal dinner at the Montauk club, Brooklyn. tonight, Charles w. Price, editor of the Electrical Review, one of the speakers, said: 'I dare make the prediction, based on knowledge of important experiments. that the day is not far distant when the coal pile in the cellar will be replaced by the electrical reservoir of box-lilSe shape and moderate size to furnish heat throughout the entire building and also to the kitchen in residences for cooking. And this will be done economically com pared with coal. as this accumulated elec- tricity will be stored at low cost and be on tap for use when needed. am hope ful that this may be realized before we meet again one year from now"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
Extend Tampa Racing

Tampa, Fla, February 25.-At a meeting of the West Tampa Racing association this afternoon 1t was de- cded to extend the meeting originally scheduled to close on March II until March 25, adding F racing days to the original 60-day meetings.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
PICTURE SERMONS
 PROVING POPULAR

The stereopticon lecture sermons at the Fifth Avenue Presbyterian church have grown in interest and large crowds are In attendance each Sunday evening" The last lectures in the series in the Journeys of Jesus" will be given this evening at 7:45 o'clock.
 With beautiful pictures of present day views of the Holy Land the foot steps of Christ are followed from the Mount of Transfiguration to the cross. The music and especially the congre- gational hymn singing Is made fea- ture of the service.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
Sentences Imposed

posed by Judge Frank Cahalan yester- day in the second division of the crim-
 final court: Jesse Maeze. gaming, 80 days fine and 70 days costs; Rath Cooper violating the prohibition laws. 20 days fine and 30 days costs; Alfred Smithen, gaming, 20 days fine and 50 days costs; Sam Austen, violating pro bibition laws, 30 days fine and 75 days costs;a Henry Jones. alias Hugh Har- ris, carrying concealed weapons. 90 days fine and 150 days costs; Walter Butler. violating prohibition laws, 90 days fine and 150 days costs; James Wheeler, gaming 75 days costs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
Ship Reported Burning

San Francisco. February 25.-Ac- cording to advices received here today by the merchants exchange the four masted ship Olive Bank, laden with coal and coke. is on fire at her dock in Santa Rosalia, Mex. There is small hope of controlling the fire, and 1t may be necessary to scuttle ship.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
SIGNS COURT BILLS

, Montgomery, February 25.-(Spe- } cial- -)-Governor O'Neal has signed ; the two bills providing for changes ; in time for sessions of the circuit , and city courts of Jefferson coun-
 , ty. The bill goes into effect at l once and means that there will , be no sessions of these courts in } March. The bills provide for al- . ternate work and vacation, and
 , provide for two weeks less work ! during the year than the law now ; stipulates.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

 BILL IN UTAH

Salt Lake City, February 15.-A bill prohibiting the manufacture and sale of cigarettes passed the lower house yester- day and is thought to have a good chance in the state senate
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
Mayor Sent to Penitentiary

Muskogee, Okla, February 25.-J. M. Edwards, mayor of Borum, Okla, also justice of the peace, was found guilty in the district court here today of forg- ing a deed to 80 acres of land and sem tiary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

FOR SALE-Good 4-room cottage, hall, lot 50x165; well drained; good locality; to blocks of two car lines, postoffice. fire station, public school, college. churches and stores of all descriptions. We consider the lot in the near future will be worth the price and the house could not be built for the money; now at sacrifice, we offer it all for 5000; half cash if taken immediately. 704-5-s BroWn- Marx.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
Practical Experience

Morallst-Ah. kind friend, it is deeds. not words, that count
 Friend-Oh, l don't know. Dh you ever send a telegram?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

FOR SALE-Cottage of five large rooms, hall. bath and sanitary connections. uponA large, elevated lot, facing car line; priced low and terms almost like rent. R. F. Manly & Co.,, 26 North 18th street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

FOR, SALE--Splendid location for chick en farm, very large lot, good location, on pike road. one block from car. con- venient to church and school: has cot tage home, barn. fruit and berries. R. F. Manly & Co.,, 26 North 18th street
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

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The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

FOR SALE-Mule, wagon and harness,
 suitable for light dray or vegetable wagon. Call Monday, -2210 Sd alley. Cash
 or terms.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

FOR SALE-Neat cottage of five rooms,
 facing east, on North Highlands, about one and one-half blocks of car, renting at $25; only $2650, and this on terms. R. K. Manly & Co.,, 26 North 18th street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
FARM.

8S0 acres, 100 acres of which is bottom land and if we can't convince you the 100 acres of bottom land is worth the price asked for it all. we don't want you to have it. Ohatchie Land Co.,, 21i N Fist street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
BUSINESS CHANGES

RARE, chance to get into an esfab- lished business of over 10 years: 1t will only take $40O if you have the cash and want to make money. See me if you mean business at once. Osler. 1920 South 20th street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

FOR SALE--One horse and buggy in first-class condition horse, suitable for city trade. Address A-6S, care Age Herald.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
TOR RENT

FOR RENToSmall cottage, large lot LOOK 150. Germania park; suitable for rais- ing chickens; city water furnished. M. 1T, Dyke. R. F D.. Birmingham, Alal TOR RENr-Desk space in modern office building. R. F. Manly & Co.,, 26 North 1eth street
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
STORM FORCES
 BALLOON TO LAND

Kansas City, February 25-The bal loon Miss Sofia, carrying W. F. Ass man and J. M. O'Reilly of St. Louis. which left San Antonio at 6:S0 o'clock last night landed at Dover, Mo-, near here, at 5:15 o'clock tonight.
 St. Joseph. February 25.-The balloon was in charge of w. E. Assman and J. M. Orrmy, St. Louis aeronauts. and they wer tossed about in a severe snow storm 10 hours befoye landing. They travelled 800 miles. They were making an attempt for the long distance flights.
 Only the storm. the aeronauts de- clared. caused them to descend. They had plenty of provisions and as the gas bag of the Miss Sofia holds 80,000 cubic feet this permitted the carrying of enough ballast to warrant them re- maining In the air from As to 60 hours.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

FOR SALE-Shetland ponies: children can handle. Rosen Hotel, apartment s, Tanning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

TRUCK FARM for sale, 20 acres. with small house and barn, chicken house and sheds, all fenced, two springs, about three acres in strawberries, besides peaches, pears and other fruit; located about A mile of railroad station at Thorsby; reasonable price and terms, or might swap for improved property in Or around Birmingham. R. r. Manly & Co.,, 26 North 18th street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
FARM.

O acres level land in the rough, for sale at s10 acre. Located one and a half miles from St. Clair Springs. Ohatchie Land Co.,, 2l1 N. Fist street
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

THREE shares in Edgewood Land com yany at 100 each. Address H-6s, care Age-Herald
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

FOR SALE-For $30, good square piano. 1117 South 14th street or Bell 646.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

FOR SALE-One of the prettiest little cottage homes in West End, excellent location, large lot, very easy terms. R. r. Manly 6 Co, 26 North 18th street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

FOR SALE-choice lots by owner; cheap for cash. Call or address 709 N. 18th street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26
FOR RENT-ROOMS

TOR RENT--Nicely furnished room telephone and bath, S3 per week boarding house opposite. 2O13 9th avenue.
 9WO nicely furnished connecting rooms , for housekeeping; modern; reasonable; close in. Call at once. 40 N. 23d street. fOR RENT-To couple without chill dren, two neatly furnished rooms for tlight housekeeping, bath adjoining separate entrance; electric lights, phone; no other roomerS in house. 73S North 21st street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

FOR SALE-Neat, well arranged cottage home with three large bed rooms, be- sides other rooms, upon a large lot, servants house. stable and other out buildings; about one block of Norwood car /R. F. Manly & Co.,, 26 North 18th street
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-02-26

A CHOICE lot In Corey. the model city;
 price reasonable; terms. Address J-63. care Age-Heraid. 2-26-2t