The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-11-18


 by this company this year and 1t will re- quire some time to do the work which, when completed, will cost about $15,000. There are 700 men employed by the com pany for the Bessemer mines, which have capacity of over 2OO0 tons of red ore daily.
 In the mayors court this morning only five cases appeared on the docket. Two cases were postponed, while the other three netted $925 cash from $27.50 as- sessed
 "Old Sam" the horse that has been d,iven to the Southern Express wagon for the past 13 years, has been placed in the pasture and new horse has been purchased. "Old Sam' is 23 years old. Thieves have been very active in this city this week and several robberies have occurred. The store of Sam kartus was entered and two ladies coat suits. five long coats, several ladies skirts and several pairs of trousers were stolen. A lady's gold watch was stolen from the the vest pocket of G. w. Bell this week. It seems that MT. Bell took off his vest while working and hung 1t up, leaving the watch in the pocket.
 The cotton which has been held for a letter price is being disposed of now, as the farmers seem to think that cents is the best price they will get. The gin- ners' report which will be published next week, is anxiously awaited.
 On next Tuesday night at the high school auditorium will be heard for the first time in Bessemer that noted en- tertainer and humorist, Edwin R. Weeks. assisted by number of artists of more than ordinary ability. This is the second of the series of lueeum attractions to be given in this city under the patronage of number of prominent citizens of this city. It will consist of impersona- lions, medleys, violin solos and sketches. The new two story brick store being erected on First avenue and Twentieth street by Sam Dunn is nearing comple- ton and will be ready for occupancy next week. The building is 25 feet by 94 feet. and will cost about $550o. Miss Bettie Ashworth, aged "A years, died this morning of appoplexy, after a lingering illness at the home of her broth CT, John Ashworth in Jonesboro. The fun eial will take place tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock at the Jonesboro Baptist church. Rev R. w. Carlisle officiating.
 
 cemetery The deceased is survived by sister and two brothers. Jacobs & Son have charge of the funeral.
 Last night at the home of Mir. and Mrs. Johnson in Brighton occurred the mar riage of their daughter, Miss Annie, to MT. Ira Halfacre of Savoy. Miss. Mr- and Mrs. Halfacre left immediately for their home in Mississippi.
 
 MT. J. D. Gresham and Miss Mary Ran dle were quietly married at the home of the bride on Berkley avenue last night. only the family and d few intimate friends witnessed the ceremony, Rev. J. A. Bryan of Birmingham, officiating. MT. and Mrs. Gresham will reside in Bir- mingham.
 Mrs. E. K. Hanby and children will leave tomorrow for Attalla to reside in the future.
 Miss Mary Ethridge of Washington city will arrive tonight to be the guest of her mother and brother.
 Mrs. M. c. Terry is quite i'll at her home on Berkley avenue.
 Miss Jerry Lamar, who has been the guest of Miss Lora Gum has returned to her home in Montgomery.
 Leslie Harrel is able to be out after recent illness.
 Miss Lena Terry who is attending the Athens Female college at Athens, is spending few days at home with her parents. She will Be one of the brides maids at the Terry-Quailes wedding next week.
 R. Fuller Vines, who is a candidate for board of revenue was in the city to- day. MT. Vines was custodian of county records during the administration of Judge Green
 MT. and Mrs. R. w. Lawrence, announce tre birth of son.
 Lucius Terry who is attending college at Mobile is in the city to be one of the attendants at the Terry Quailes wedding next Tuesday.
 pr. w. D. Taylor, Sr,, left this morning for Ivy. Va, where he was called by the serious illness of his sister, Mrs. T. W. Neve.
 Misses Kathleen and Lillian Cahill are spending the weekend with friends in Birmingham.
 Mrs Adam Kyle is able to be out afscr quite an illness.
 Rev. D. P. Taylor has as his guest for few days. R. o. Hope of Washington, N. c.
 ". H Hoover is i'll at his home on Berkley avenue.
 Arrested at Greenville