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Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1911-12-15

conniving at the attempted revolution
last summer. headed by the deposcd
Shah. who is Russian pensioner,
and then made matters worse by ac-
tually claiming the right TO collcc:
Persian taxes as he chose. without
consulting Russian consular agents.
it was no more than 10 be expected
that man who adopted such a stand
would strike big trouble As long
ago as 1907. Great Britain and Rus
STA by a convention divided Persia be-
tween them into Two spheres OF
influence" in which they were to be
separately supreme. Russia has
intrigued to obtain Persia and an
outlet 10 al uuirozcn sea for the last
century. Until ShuSter came TO Per-
STA last April. nothing stood between
her and her goal, save only the SUI
len opposition Of Britain and Ger
many, both willing to acQuicsce. il
they should be taken into the deal.
| And so Russia has decided to elm
mate Shuster, and resume the march
| 10 an open sea. begun by Peter the
Great. checked by Togo aud Oyams
! in the Far East. and now finds her
self opposed BY young American
who has suddenly become a figure .
world interest overnight. as it were
One wonders how it will all CONE
out
Alexandria gazette. [volume] (Alexandria, D.C.) 1834-1974, 1911-12-15
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14

London, March 13.-Sir Edward Grey, the foreign secretary, leading the house of commons tonight in Premier Asquith' s absence, made an important pronounce ment of the governments naval policy. Reginald McKenna, first lord of the ad- miralty, in defense of his estimates against attacks from certain quarters, explained that in 1914 Great Britain would have thirty and Germany twenty-one dreadnoughts, not, he said, an unreason- able margin. The size of the British navy, he added. practically was governed by that of Germany. and unless some change occurred in the German naval law, this year would be the high water mark in the British estimates.
 Secretary Grey affirming MT. Mcken- na's statement, emphasized the cordially of Great Britain's foreign relations and his earnest desire that nothing should disturb these friendships, especially with Germany. He then dealth with the diff ficuties to be encountered in the dis ornament question and pointed out that it was the most civilized nations that spent the most on ornaments, asserting that unless the mischief was brought
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
TEACHERS WALK
 OUT ON STRIKE Dismissal and Marriage Cause Mix Up in Shef-
 field Schools

Sheffield, March 3.-(Special )-lhs city school board of Sheffield found It. self this morning facing a most em- barrassing situation with four teachers on strike and their rooms were ois- missed until the trouble can be ad- iusted. Several weeks ago City super jntendent W. F. Puckett was dismissed and Miss Terrell. one of the teachers was named by the board as temporary sunerintendent. The following day Miss Terrell and Professor Puck ett were married and Mrs. Puck ett continued at the head ol the school until Friday when the board elected H. w. Hatton to fill the uneN- pired term of Professor Puckett- rms morning when MT. Hatton assumed ms duties Mrs. Puckett walked out, claim ing that she was still superintendent and her sister and two other teachers followed her.
 Members of the board say the places of the striking teachers will be nlleo and the interruption to the school work will be slight.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
AMERICAN CAPITAL MAY
 SOON CONTROL GUATEMALA

New York, March 13-(SpeciaD-After a struggling which has been going on Tor three years, during which German oppo- sition and local prejudice have had to be fought constantly, the right to develop the vast mineral wealth of Guatemala has at last been secured by group of American capitalists. At the head of this commission are former Gov. A. E. Spriggs of Montana, former Senator W. A. Clark of that state and a number of capitalists closely identified with the Guggenheim interests. French ca pital is also invested in the deal.
 The terms of the concession, which has been signed by Don Maule Estrada Cabrere, are of the broadest character. over to the syndicate. Not only are all public lands in Guatemala turned over to the Americans for exploration and de- velopment, but the right also is given them to build railroads and bridges where they see fit, to use the great waterways of the republic for their own purposes, to build and operate telegraph and telephone lines; in fact. to do about as they please.
 Just one little formality remains to be arranged before the Americans, who are operating under the title of the Guate- mala Mining and Development company, can exercise the privileges that President Babrera has signed over to them. The form of the concession must be approved by the Guatemalan national assembly.
 The assembly Is now in session, but the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
ARRANGE FOR COMING
 OF MIME. BERNHARDT
Business Manager for the Celebrated Star Was in Birmingham
 Yesterday

G.orge H. Murray, general business
 manager of Mime. Sarah Bernhardt,
 was in Birmingham yesterday and com- pleted arrangements for the appearance of the great star at the Jefferson thea tre Thursday night of next week. He announced that she will present Camille" in Birmingham. The bril- liancy of Mime. Bernhardts art has ceased to be the occasion for marvel: 1t is the vitality, the undaunted energy,
 and the superb physical freshness of the actress which astounds the world. On October 22, last, she celebrated her sixty-seventh birthday. after AS years of almost unceasing effort in the thea Ire.
 Bernhardt was born In Paris in 1S44,
 and was educated at the Convent de Grandchamps. Versailles, where, as a child. she gave evidence of her his- trionic powers, winning numerous
 medals for proficiency in elecution. She
 made her first appearance at the Comedie Francaise when she was IS years old as Iphigenie. In 1875 she be-
 came regular member of the Comedic company, and when she left 1t to make her first tour of America and England
 she was fined s2O,00O. but in spite of
 this the venture was great hnan- cial success. Returning to Paris in 1881 she became the director of the
 Theatre Ambigu, and the following year she was married to M Damala. In 1883 she bought the Porte St. Martin thea Ire (the home of Rostand's 'Chante- cler') and made noteworthy produc- tions there. Later she assumed the direction of the RenaissanceN theatre. where many of her successes were pro-
 duced. In 1898 she bought the old The atre des Nations and renamed it the
 Theatre Sarah Bernhardt, which is still being run in Paris
 | The Bernhardt death scene will be a tradition of the stage for the next century, for she has died oftener and with more dramatic effect, probably, the n any other actress of modern times or course, the most famous example of q
 Bernh ardt death scene is in Camille, , | but Madame X' Is not without It's big opportunities, while "LAiglon" presents it's share of picturesque death strug- les.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
WHAT FARRELL'S
 DECISION MEANS

Anniston, Ala, March 13.-(Special.)- The message from Secretary J. H. Farrell that the National Baseball commission had decided favorable to the southern faction, including Anniston, Gadsden and Rome, against the northern faction, in clading Knoxville, Morristown and Ashe- vile, in the fight for control in the Southeastern league, was received with eclat in Anniston, as it means that there is now no hitch in the way of the sue cessful reorganization of the league when the magnates meet again at Gadsden on Wednesday, March 15.
 It also means that the teams of Annis- ton, Gadsden, Rome, Selma, Decatur and Huntsville, members of the new six-cluh organization, will control all players in ' the Southeastern league, as well as al franchises; that Knoxville, Morristown and Ashville cannot re-enter league base ball without the permission of the national commission or by purchasing their fran chise from Selma, Huntsville or Decatur the three towns admitted by the southern faction when the northern cities with drew from the league at the recent meet. ing at Knoxville.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
REPORT ON WORK
 OF HORSESHOE BEND

Montgomery, March 13-(Special. )-The Horseshoe Bend Battle commission has been called to meet Tuesday in the gov ernors office for the purpose of dis cussng the report which they will submit to the legislature regarding the work of the commission. The members of the commission are Governor O'Neal and pr. T. M. Owen. ex-officio officers; T. L.. Bulger and J. A. Strother of Dadeville, John w. Overton of Wedowee; Felix l.. Smith of Redwood and Judge S. L.. Brewer of Tuskegee.
 The Horseshoe Bend Battle commission was established by law in 1907, the pur- pose of the commission being to pre- pare charts. diagrams and to collect as many facts as possible concerning the battle at Horseshoe Bend which took place on March 27, 1874. The commission will celebrate the centennial of the bat tie on March 27, 1914.
 Under the law creating the commission the members thereof are required to sub init to the present legislature a report of the work thus far accomplished This report will be considered at the meeting on Tuesday and arrangements will be made to at once submit 1t to the legis- lature.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
VIRGINIA |. CLAY
 NOTED WR|TER,D|ES

Huntsville, March 13.-(SpeciaD. After an illness of several months with com plication of diseases. Miss Virginia c. Clay, editor of the Huntsville Democrat, died Sunday night at the Clay home on Maiden Lane.
 She was brilliant writer and was well known in the newspaper world not only because of her editorial work, but through her poems and historical writ ings.
 She and her sister. Miss Susannah W. Clay, have successfully conducted the Democrat since the death of their father, Editor J. Withers Clay, some eighteen or twenty years ago.
 Two sisters. Misses Susannah w. and Elodie Clay and two brothers, J. With CTS Clay of Birmingham and Wm L. Clay of Huntsville, survive her. The funeral will be held Tuesday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
CHEROKEE FARMERS
 ORGANIZE CORN CLUB

Centre, March 13.-(SpeciaD-Th farm CTS of Cherokee county are so seriously impressed with the importance of increas- number of them met here today and or ganized the Cherokee County Corn club, David N. Williamson, an old Confederate veteran, and one of the most progress sive farmers in the countWw Twas made president; John A. Chancellor. a young farmer of Round mountain, and one of the successful competitors in the state corn contest last year, vice-president, and T. H. Shropshire. editor of the Coosa River News, secretary and treasurer Sol Stinson, of Beat 8, l.. K Burton of Beat and Joe L. Daniel of Beat 12 compose the executive committee.
 For the present the contest wil be linn tied to one acre and there are no limita- ton as to character or cost of fertilizer or manner of cultivation though a record in detail of all those must be kept for submission to the club in the fall.
 At the initial meeting some funds were raised for the prizes and more will ba added during the spring and summer. The prize money will be distributed one half to best field, one-third to next and one-sixth to third Entries fee one dol lar and entries will close May 18th. Any member may also contest for corn prixef offered by the state or any local club or organization whose rules permit.
 For the purpose of arranging further details of the movement the club VIII meet here the 18th, at which time there will be a mass meeting of the citizens of the county to consider the feasibility of organizing for . county fair this fall.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
F BATTLESH|PS
 START HOMEWARD

Caimanera, Cuba, March 13.-The First, Third and Fourth divisions of the United States Atlantic battleship squadron sailed for Hampton Roads this afternoon
 The Fifth division of the Atlantic fleet under Rear Admiral Sydney A. Staunton arrived here this forenoon. The squadron includes the armored cruisers Tennessee Montana and North Carolina The Wash ington is expected to arrive the last of the week.
 These vessels will take part in the movements in the Gulf of Mexico In the vicinity of Galveston. The auxiliary cruiser Prairie also arrived this morn- ing.
 The marines of the Atlantic battleshlp fleet were landed at Deer Point this aft ernoon.
 The battleships are returning home in accordance with the pre-arranged plan, having concluded the maneuvers in which they have been engaged for the past few weeks in Guantanamo bay The vessels are the Connecticut. Delaware, North Da- kota, first division; Minnesota, Idaho. Mississippi and Vermont, third division; and Georgia, Nebraska, Rhode Island and Virginia of the fourth division; the Della ware of the first division was detached some time ago and is at Valparaiso. Tha Michigan, of the first division, proceed ed to Hampton Roads some time ago.
 The battleships got away from here at 5 o'clock in the afternoon. Rear Ad- miral Staunton, in command of the Fifth division, which arrived this morning, says he intends to carry out an extensive programme of exercises afloat and ashore. He does not know how long his squadron will remain. The marines, numbering In all 2100 men. are now encamped and have been organized into two regiments un- der command of Col w. T. Walter.
 Washington, March 13.-The departure of 12 battleships of the Atlantic fleet from Caimanera, Cuba, today for Hamp- ton Roads Is in accordance with the pro- gramme of the navy department for the fleets movements. When the vessels reach Hampton Roads they will go to the Norfolk navy yard several at a time for docking. Afterwards they will go on the southern drill grounds, 30 miles south of Cape Henry, for their annual summer battle practice.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14

concession has not been presented to 1t. The New Workers interested in the enter prise. among whom is Congressman Will liam Sulzer. say the matter will be closed next week, but there are already rilmors Of an opposition based on the claim that President Cabrera and his cabinet have practically sold everything in the re- public worth having to the Americans, and have not received an adequate price in return.
 Behind this opposition are the German concessionaries in the republic. While there are many of these, their holdings are insignificant compared to the grab that the Americans have made. Neverthe- less. they are said to be very bitter over tho situation ,and especially so since trey learned that French capital is repre- se,ited in the American syndicate. and they seem to be determined to stir up all the trouble possible.
 The terms made by the syndicate with Cabrera are that 10 per cent of the net profits of any enterprise the Americans start shall be paid into the treasury of the republic. The opposition is claiming that the relations between the Guatemalan administration and the American Is too Friendly to suit them. They insist that if the concessibnsis to be ratified by the national assembly one of the terms shall be:
 All controversies and difficulties shall be submitted for final settlement to the President of the United States of Amer ica. whose ruling will be final"
 The syndicate, according to the report. does not want to include these terms in the contract, and President Cabrera is re. ported to be willing to obige. What the national assembly will do remains to be seen.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
NAVY MUST BE
 AS LARGE AS GERMANY'S

home to mems feelings as we'll as to their minds, the growth of armaments must in the long-run break down civilization. Some thought. the secretary continued, that 1t would end in war. He thought most likely it would end in international revolution. Any way, the rivalry would not be stopped by any single nation drop- ping out of the race. Although Great Britain had a strong navy, her army was small. and an agreement with Ger many needed careful handling. He was hopeful, however, that something might be done.
 Any real limitation of armaments, he declared, must depend on nations learn ing, like individuals. to resort to law in- stead of force of arms. He referred to President, Taft's arbitration speech as hold. courageous ami pregnant with con. sequences, and said:
 Such a statement ought not to go with out response. We should be delighted to have such a proposal made to us. We should feel that 1t was something so momentous and so far-reaching in its pos sible consequences that it would require not only the signature of both governments, but the deliberate and decided sanction of parliament. That believe, would ba given"
 Sir Edwards speech was loudly cheered.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
Letters to the Editor
How Woman Passes Her Time

To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 In your Sundays issue of the Age Herald Dolly Dalrymple. who Is supposed to mirror the passing stream of humanity must have had her lenses dimmed. Her travesty on Hours and the way in which they are presumably spent, Is very different from the precious hours of the woman whose life means more than mo- toring, visiting and shopping Such wo- man typifies the majority Of the fair sex, thanks to the law of the survival of the fittest, and represents the real feminine far more than the kimona-clad disciple of the breakfast-in-bed theory.
 Many housewives greet the rising run and the sleepy-headed maids who, at 8 o'clock, anticipate stupid day should be discharged for over-sleeping. The early morning trolley cars bring their burdens of business women, school teachers, and countless other women with vital prob lems to solve, from all parts of the city Breakfast, whether an essential or an event, is matter of history long before the postman deposits his usual bundle of monthly accounts, news from a far off friend, or an offer from a competitive ter breakfast is not dependent on the cooks noisy preparation for lunch, or some invisible agent at work in ones bedroom. Instead, that time is in most instances the busiest part of the day. A hurried glance at the morning paper, a snatch at its interesting pages between duties Is the common lot, far from . softly lighted, miss.on-furnished library. Noon is important as replenisher of en- ergy for the work of the ever-speeding afternoon hours.
 The busy woman does not deny the pleasure of nice, lazy nap from to 4 o oclock-if it is a possibility. And it is not to be supposed that our little woman. interested in and part of life of more or less struggle and hurry, does not ep- joy the lighter side. On the contrary, her share in the busy world makes her peas- ure the more enjoyable when amusement comes her way. The woman whose exist ence Is made up of a round of so-called pleasure can never know the joy of we'll earned hours of play.
 Twilight time is the dividing line, the resume of the days efforts. the home coming, the setting of the dinner table, and last peep at the office. The night
 begins another phase, building forth of stored up mischief. a boring over helpful
 books, first to the children in their les
 sons, and the cultivation of the social arts as we'll as the finishing up of many little tasks that have remained through | the day.
 After all, MT. Editor do you not agree | that the woman of ease. with practically no real responsibilities, Is in the minority ? And. in writing for the people. 1t is ab- l surd to give only ono phase, and that the | least known, as an Interpretation of every | day life. t,ss ANNA WATKINS. Birmingham. Ala. March F. 1911.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
COMMEND NEW LAW
Stems Taken to Put New Sherrod Act
 in Effect in State

Montgomery, March 13.-(special)-The state agricultural and industrial depart ment is making all necessary prepara' tions to put into effect strict enforce ment of Senator Sherrod's Feeding stuffs" law, which last week received the approval of Gov. Emmet O'Neal.
 Since the passage of this bill the agri- cultural department has received letter: commenting the law from all sections of the state, and 1t is believed that much good will be. done the farmers and live stock dealers of the state by the provi- sions of the act.
 The state department is preparing to send out literature to the planters of the state in reference to the feeding stuns law. setting forth some of the important nrovisions of the act, as we'll as drawing attention to the fact that the law will go into effect on April next.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14

The fact that 43 candidates for the High school baseball team turned out fo. the first practice yesterday is pretty good indication that the fan fever is running rather high among the prep champions of the state.
 Coach Messer announced that practice would begin at West End yesterday, and the response to his call was immediate and not little surprising.
 The boys will hold practice twice week ly under the shadow of the slagpile until the team material develops into some thing definite.
 Things look promising for good sea- son, states Coach Messer, both from the standpoint of the team and that of sup port from the student body of the High
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
PRACTICE STARTED BY HIGH
 SCHOOL TEAM YESTERDAY

school Max Zielminski, the all-round in many a hard-fought scrap. was elect ed by the Athletic association as captain of the team. and under his leadership things are expected to stir around rapidly.
 Others of the nine and subs will in- clude probably most of the boys who have made good in football and basket ball, but 1t is strongly hinted that some promising new material from the lower semester will be relied on by the coach.
 The High school is literally crammed with students now and the great major ity of them, girls especially and respect fully included, are enthusiastic fans. Baseball is an outlet for surplus energy which will by no means be disregarded.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
Other Petticoat Specials for Wednesday
"Halcyon" Petticoats (Cotton Messaline)
 At 2.50

One of the newest materials used for this purpose" Hal cyon." All the good shades with a cute little polka dot. Did you know that the polka dot was very popular this sea- sonY They wear fine on ac- count of the small amount of cotton used to make the mater ial. Extra sizes.
 Sale price -. ..2.5O
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-03-14
GADSDEN FANS
 ARE REJOICING

Gadsden, March 13.-(Special. )-The fight over the name of the Southeastern league has been decided by the nation al association in favor of the league formed by Rome, Gadsden. Annisten., De- catur. Selma and Huntsville and there is much rejoicing here among the fans thereat. This has put new ginger into the local situation and the Gadsden as- sociation is at once getting busy to secure a park and make other prep arations for the opening of the season. President H. T. Bailey of the local as- sociation believes that far better team will be put out than last year and that the Southeastern will have success full season.