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The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
MAY CREATE FUND
 FOR STATE FAIR
TOMLINSON SAYS LEGISLATURE WILL IN ALL PROBABILITY MAKE APPROPRIATION - HEADS DELE CATION BEFORE COMMITTEE

That indications pointed strongly to the legislature contributing an appropriation for the annual state fair, was the declar- ation of Col. John W. Tomlinson, who visited Montgomery yesterday with To- cal delegation to impress upon the legis- lature the expediency of such an act. He said the delegation appeared before the legislative committee yesterday and that the report would be favorable on a bill to contribute to state fairs. Colonel Tom linson was among the Birmingham men who made short speeches to the commit tee petitioning them to recognize the great value of state fairs and to assist in generating a spirit of cooperation among the counties by contributing to the creation of the fairs into a state in- stitution.
 The remarkable success of the late fair held here was pointed out to the law | makers an evidence of the progress 1 iveness of such enterprises, which bring | the greatest number together for the | greatest good.
 T do not think there is any doubt that the state fair appropriation bill will pass said Colonel Tomlinson. ''The commit tee reported the measure favorably and there does not seem to be any serious opposition to it. There is no doubt that it is a cause which should appeal to the lawmakers. The committee from the Board of Trade and the Chamber of Com merce seemingly created a good impress sion
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
CENTRAL CHURCH TO
 CHOOSE A PASTOR
CONGREG GATIONAL MEETING WILL BE HELD TOMORROW MORNING AND VOTE TAKEN FOR SUCCESS sOR TO LATE DIR. HANDLEY

A pastor to succeed the late Dr. l.. s. Handley, whose death last month left va cant the pulpit of the Central Presby- terian church, will probably be chosen to- morrow. A meeting of the congregation of the Central-church will be held tomor- row at Il a. m and vote will be taken for the selection of a pastor.
 Visiting ministers have been filling the pulpit at the Central church for the last several Sundays and a selection will be made from among them. Those most in favor are the Rev. Donald Mcqueen of Shelbyville, Tenn, and the Rev. Robert Lee Bell of Union Springs. MT. Bell preached at the Central church last Sun day morning and evening, and seems to have made a distinct impression.s He IS considered one of the most forceful and eloquent of the younger preachers of the state, and many members of the Central church favor calling him. MT. McQueen is also a speaker of much power He is well known as the former pastor of the First Presbyterian church of Anniston which charge he left to accept the call to the Presbyterian church of Shelbyville. The services at the Central church to- morrow will be conducted by the Rev. K B. McAlpine of Tuscaloosa. who will act as moderator at the congregational meet ing at the morning hour.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
TWO OF HIGHWAY
 ROBBERS CAUGHT Some of Hardy's Property Is
 Recovered ONE FOUND IN ATLANTA Another Is in JaiI in Birmingham and Officers Are Now Looking for the Third-AIso Committed Rob-
 bery in Atlanta
ONE FOUND IN ATLANTA

A very neat bit of detective work was consummated last night when 8 long distance telephone message from Atlanta informed Detectives Sigsbeo and Black of the capture of Claude Seals in Atlanta. On Seals person when he was arrested, were found the diamond horseshoe, the watch chain and fob. and some of the other articles stolen from B. z. Hardy, who was held up early yesterday morning on Fifth avenue.
 The entire case, Is one of the most complicated that has been handled by the Birmingham police department in years. It seems that Claude Seals was wanted in Atlanta for highway robbery. The local detectives have been look ing for him for sevenl days.
 Claude O'Shields, who is under ar- rest in Birmingham. and Claude Seals, who Is under arrest in Atlanta, and a third man, who Is still at large, held up and robbed the members of the firm of Levy & Goldbery. in Atlanta. The jewellers were relieved of jewelry valued at several hundred dollars. Goldberg was beaten up considerably.
 The men, immediately after the hold-up, caught train and came to Birmingham. The hold-up in Atlanta occurred on January 19. The Atlanta authorities sent a description of the jewelry stolen to Birmingham and the arrest of Claude OShields and Rosa Armstrong followed. The detectives strained every nerve to catch the other men, but failed.
 Early yesterday morning B. z. Hardy was held up by two white men and relieved of $500 worth of personal property. A description of his property was sent to Atlanta and long dis tance message from there informed the local detectives last night that Claude Seals had been arrested in At latan with Hardy's property on his person. In addition to that he is want ed there for the Levy-Goldberg rob- bery.
 There still remains the third man who had not been caught. Whether the man in Atlanta was the same as the one who assited Seals in the Hardy hold-up is not known, but it is be- lieved to be true.
 Detective J. R. Black of Atlanta who worked the Atlanta end of the case, assisted by Detective Bullard, ar rived in Birmingham last night. He and Detective Sigsbee went to work to re- cover the stolen property of Levy and Goldberg. A second search of O'Shields revealed two of the diamonds missing. The detectives also. found two diamond earrings, one ring and two chains.
 Ola Wimbish, alias Clara Wimbush was arrested last night by Detectives Sigsbee and Black. She Is one of tho women that accompanied Seals and O'Shields from Atlanta. and the de- tectives claim that she Is a valuable witness.
 There remains but one of the three men to be caught and both Detective Black and Detectives Sigsbee, Justin Zeigler and White. who are working this end of the case. are putting fortf every effort to catch him. If he is ir Atlanta or Birmingham he will be cap tured in a very short time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
HALL IS ACQUITTED
 OF MURDER CHARGE

Opp, January 27.-(Special)-W. H. Hall. a we'll known citizen who re- sides about four miles east of Opp. and who recently moved from Coffee county, was tried at Ping yesterday on . charge of murdering his one-week- old grandchild, the childs mother be- ing an unmarried daughter of Hall. About one week ago the remains of the child were taken up by order of . coroner's jury and examined by two well known physicians of this place, and 1t was found that the infants neck had been broken. A warrant was i'm Mediately issued against Hall and he was taken to the Coffee county jail. Justices Freeman and Page decided that the evidence was not sufficient to bind the defendant over and he was ordered released The state was abl y represented by J. J. Morris of Sam son, and the defendant by E. o. Bald win of this place. and Mr. Carnley and Mr. Hickman of Elba.
 Black. Henderson Waters of Troy are arranging to open up .. large mer cantilc and live stock business in Opp they having already secured build ing on Main street. and are establish ing an office and preparing to fill their store. They will also organize a loai. and trust company
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28

R. Lovejoy of New York, and Dr. A. J. McKelway of Washington, D. c.
 "Other prominent speakers who have been invited and whose presence is also anticipated are Mayor Brand Whitlock of Toledo, Miss Kate Barnard, state com missioner of charities of Oklahoma, Hon. A. T. Stovall, commissioner of uniform laws of the American Bar association: Hon. Charles T. Neill, United States com missioner of labor; Dr. Herman Schneid- CT, dean of the University of Cincinnati; Miss Lillian D. Wald, founded of Muser' $ settlement, Nek York city; Dean Allen G. Hall of Vanderbilt university, and Dr. c. B. Wlmer of Atlanta Ga
 A large number of educators, factory in- spectors, social workers and others in terested in the enactment and enforce ment of child labor laws also will be present on this occasion. The programme will include, in addition addresses from the governor of Alabama and a number of prominent citizens of Birmingham | among whom will be Mayor Exum, who | will make the welcome address.
 The conference arrangements are in the hands of a local committee under the leadership of John l.. Kaul, chairman The Chamber of Commerce and the Busi- ness Mems league will assist in arranging the details, and help in other ways to make the convention a success.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
EXCELL CHORUS TO
 MEET TOMORROW
Will Practice at Presbyterian Church, U. s. A., for Rig Sunday School
 Conference in February

The Excell chorus, and every mem- ber of it, is summoned to meet at the Presbyterian church. U. s. A., to- morrow afternon at O'clck to practice for the big Sunday school conference and Pearce meeting. to be held on Feb ruary z.
 The importance of the presence of the full chorus Is dr to the fact that w. c. Pearce alreads has high idea of the ability of Birmingham Sunday school workers. and 1t will require un- usual effort to maintain his opinion. Since his visit to Birmingham, several years ago, the reputation of the district has grown, and he has heard great things of the Birmingham Training sch ool.
 Local officials feel that the chorus, which so unanimously voted to con- tinue It's organization, will fill its place in the conference which is being planned.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
EDUCATORS OPPOSE
 COM MISSION BILL
CATION SAY PERCY BILL WOULD MEAN THROWING THE TEACHERS INTO POLITICS

That the board of education is the only department of the city government which has openly raised its voice in complaint against any feature of the commission bills being drafted by the legislature has been the comment on the streets.
 While the members of the board do not oppose the commission they do not think that the teachers for whom they have been planning and working so long hould be. thrown into politics Our contention Is that we have built up a school system here that Birming- ham Is proud of without any politica, mix-up, and 1t seems to me that by having the teachers under the direct charge of men who are elected by the people would simply mean that they would become political machine in the long run," said member of the board yesterday.
 While there Is no little complaint on the part of some of the aldermen and rumblingS in the various city de- partments, none of them are prepar- ing to make fight. The Board of Ed ucation has written to Montgomery asking permission to appear before the committee which considers MT. Percy s bill. They have also written to MT. Percy but have received no reply.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Personal and General

Frank Lapham was brought to Ensley yesterday from a Birmingham hospital and is at the home of Mrs. Girod, on Ave nue D. His condition is quite serious and under advices of his physician no visitors are allowed.
 Miss Pauline Sugg is quite i'll at the home of Mrs. Ransom on Avenue E.
 MT. and Mrs. E. l.. Wenning have re- turned from their wedding trip and will be at home with Mrs. c. W. Dunn at Oak Crest.
 The hop given last night at Perkins hall by the Amphion club was delight ful affair. About 20 couples were present including a number of guests from Bir- mingham and Bessemer.
 The hall was beautifully decorated and sll the details carried out with the com rleteness that characterizes the enter7 tainments given by the club.
 MT and Mrs R. R. Turnbull of Mon- ticello. Fla, are the guests of MT. and Mrs. John England on Avenue H.
 Mrs. John Owen. who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. Neil Hutching at Palmer station, has returned to her home al Youngstown. Ohio.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Mrs. Josephine Hale

Mrs. Josephine Hale. aged 64 years. died yesterday morning at 3:30 o'clock at the residence of her daughter Mrs. Edward Cook. S401 Willow street. She Is survived. in addition to her hus- band, s. Q. Hale, and her mother Mrs. F. IT. Buchanan. by nine children, A. w. Hale of Columbus. Ga. Mrs. J. H. Minus of Epps, J. W. Hale, Miss Jose phine Hale. Miss Charlotte Hale. Miss Rebecca Hale. Mrs. V. H. Roberts. Mrs. Edward Cook and J. W. Hale, all of Birmingham.
 The funeral services will be held from the residence this morning at 1o:30 o'clock. the Rev. J. A. Plunkett having charge of the ceremonies. Ths interment will be at Elmwood ceme- tery. The following have been re- ouested to act as pallbearers: B. D. Merriweather. John B. Rosenthal. C. w. Brown. Roy Knight, Frank Norris and l. C. Beatty
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
TRUCE BETWEEN
 WARRING FACTIONS

Charleston, w. Va, January T.-Over- lures from the republican members of the state renewing the efforts at compromise in the fight for control of that body were made this evening simultaneously with the expiration of the armistice which had been entered into with the demo- crats last Tuesday and under which the republican senators returned from Gin cinnati.
 The proposition submitted tonight by the republican leaders to the democratic steering committee is a modification of former demands and offers to permit the democrats to name the president of the senate provided that office Is given to one of the republican members. The other nroposed terms are practically the same as those rejected by the democrats last night.
 The democrats are expected to answer the proposition tomorrow. In the mean- time a gentlemen's "agreement'i holds that until this is disposed of no attempt will be made to arrest the republican absentees.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
A MEETING OF GAR
 ACCOUNTANTS HELD

A meeting of Central of Georgia car ac- countants and Frisco lines car men was held here yesterday. The meeting was for the purpose of getting some data rel atiye to the car situation here.
 Those attending included: M. A. Ram say, superintendent Central of Georgia Georgia; H. H. ,poggerall. car accountant Frisco lines; Fl. Oldham, terminal tain master joint lines; A. D. Lightner, gen eral agent Frisco lines; E. F. Stovall, general agent Illinois Central railroad Roy R. Root, representing Superintend- ent J. H. Jackson of the Frisco lines.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Tuskegee Society

Tuskegee, January 27.-(Special.)- Miss Sarah Breedlove was a charming hostess on Friday afternoon when she entertained the Jokers' club and a few other friends. The home was beau cut flowers and growing plants. five tables being arranged for the game of whist-domino. Unique score cards were used and three prizes awarded. The first prize. bottle of toilet water. was won by Miss Leila Will Lamar. The guest prize, a silver hem guage, was presented to Miss Claudia Holcombe, Miss >Paulin Gibson cutting the consol- ation. Refreshments were served at the conclusion of the game
 The regular meeting of the Sapho Literary club was held with Mrs. W. c. Hurt on Thursday afternoon at 3 o'clock at her home on Main street which was artistically decorated for the occasion. An interesting pro- gramme was carried out, the present subject Sf Romola by George Eliot be- ing under discussion.
 Mrs. J. M. Meadows paper on "IIa te the Outgrowth of Love, as Illustrate ed in the Fate of Tito" was splendid article. Roll call was responded to with what poets have said about Flor ence.
 The subject of study for another year was discussed. and after the bus mess session a delightful luncheon was served, Mrs. Hurt proving herself a charming hostess. The club will meet in two weeks with Mrs. F. M. John ston.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Mrs. Sara MiIner Jackson

Mrs. Sarah Milner Jackson, aged 2s years, wife of T. NJ. Jackson, died yss- terday morning at l o'clock at her late home at Goethite. The remains were brought to Birmingham yesterday at noon and carried to the home of a sister of the deceased, Mrs. Williamson Hawkins 107 Vine street, West End. Mrs. Jackson was the daughter of the late Maj. John A. Miner, one of the well-known citizens of Birmingham.
 The deceased is survived in addition to her husband, T. M. Jackson of Goethite and her mother, Mrs. J. A. Miner of Bir- mingham, by seven brothers, P. s. Mne3A Fl. A. Miner, Frank Milner, Howard NIB Ter and LeRoy Miner. of Birmingham J. c. Milner of Vernon and Dr. c. M. Mill ner of Goethite: Mrs. Williamson Flaw kins of Birmingham, Mrs W. R. Scott of Brampton. Mrs. R. S. Moon of Bessemer and Mrs. B. II. Smith of New York ci''' All brothers and sisters are here exec Mrs. Smith, who Is expected today. The funeral services will be conducted from the residence of Mrs. Williamson Hawkins Sunday afternoon at l o'clock. The interment will be at Emwood ceme- tery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Ye Are Not Your Own

Rev. A. J. Dickinson, D. D., will sad- dress the Young Mems Christian associa- tion meeting at the Pastime theatre Sum- day afternoon. "Ye Are Not Your Own" will be the subject of his address. Dr. Dickinson is we'll known as a scholar and platform speaker and his address or this subject should interest a large number of thoughtful men. The preliminary scrv- ice begins at 3:3O and will include se- ections by the association orchestra and the singing of familiar hymns. All men are cordially invited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Will Play in Porto Rico

New York, January 27.--In the San Juan. Porto Rico, Times. copy of which was received here today, Presl- dent Charles A. Ebbetts of the Brook lyn National league club, who Is now in Porto Rico. Is quoted as saying that he will try to take his team to Porto Rico after the 1911 season. The plan includes a visit to Bermuda and Cuba, and, if carried, out, will be the first time an American club has played ir Port Rico.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
CHATTANOOGA WAS
 VERY EASY PICKING

The Young Mems Christian association romped with the Chattanooga basketball team last night. The final score was 4l to 22.
 The feature of the game was the fast clean passing of the locals. The Young Mems Christian association's new line up worked fairly well, in view of the fact that this is the first real tryout.
 The score would probably have been much higher if the old combination had been at work, but with practic. the kinks will come out and the results will more than repay for the temporary retarding of points. Following was the lineup:
 T3ir,,,; ha p1- Points
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
---------s.----- DEATHS AND FUNERALS
Nellie jones

Nellie Jones. aged 9 months. daugh- ter of Mir. and Mrs. Joseph Jones, died early yesterday morning at the family residence, TIA Avenue D. The funeral services were held from the residence yesterday afternoon at 2:3O o'clock. The interment was in Elm wood cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Commission Forwarded

Montgomery, January N.-(Special.)- Adjutant General J. B. Scully of the state department has forwarded to k. B. Me Kenzie of Eufaula his commission as major of the Second Alabama regiment Major Mckenzie succeeds the late E. F Baber- of Montgomery and was elected by majority of one vote over Capt E. H. Jackson of this city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Christian Church Service

Special service at the Christian church tomorrow will be as follows:
 Il a m.-Prelude.
 II 1:o3-Opening hymn. No. 132, All Hail the Power of Jesus Name"
 Il 1:05-Invocation.
 Il 11:OS-Song. No. 112, q Know that My Redeemer Liveth.'
 Il 11:10-Ninetieth Psalm. Responsive reading, led by the supplying minister. Prayer.
 112O-Song by the church quartette, Hear the Words Of Consolation" il :25-Offertory.
 Il 1:S0-Announcements
 11:35-A brief history of the Ensley Christian church, w. H. Davis.
 1l:4o-"Business in Religion" c. C. Al bert.
 1l:45- -"working Without Preacher, ' D. H. Griffith.
 11:5O-"The Ladies' Work in the Church." Mrs. Mary E. Freeman. Il 11:55-"Our Duties to the New Mem bers,' J. G. Pruitt
 12:0O-.The Outlook for the Future of the Christian Church of Ensley," J. A. Oben- chain.
 12:O5-song, No. 50S, "When the Roll Is Called Next Sunday I'll Be Here.' 12:1O-Roll call. J. c. Bryant.
 12:8-The Lords Supper; Song No. s. 12:30-Doxolgy
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Memphis Man Shoots Himself

New York, January 27-J. D. Levy, aged 30, of Memphis where he is a member of a dry goods firm, shot himself in the left breast late today and was taken from the Hotel Navarro where he had regis tered, to a hospital in a critical condition. Although conscious, he refused to explain his act.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Fire in Bu.incs. Di.trict

small fire broke out in the shoe store of D. &1 A. Rich, 1918 First avenue, Ia st night at 1:30 o'clock. The central sta tion of the fire department answered the call and quickly extinguished the bazc. The fire was caused by electric wiring. The damage was slight. ,e5.ss.f
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Death of rhoma. Hardy

Thomas Hardy, 65 years of age. died at the home of his brother, MT. w. P Hardy on church street. at an early hour this morning. The deceased had been in bad health for several weeks previous to his death, which was not unexpected. The funeral services will take place from the Church street residence tomorrow morn ing at 10 o'clock. MT. Hardy leaves a number of relatives to mourn his death
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
ENSLEY PLEASED BY UNDERWOOD'S ACT Opposes Consolidation of the
 Two Postoffices PAYMENT OF POLL TAX Avenue E Archade Is Rapidly Nearing Completion-Horse and Buggy
 Abandoned In Ditch-Gen-
 eral News of Interest
PAYMENT OF POLL TAX

The people of Ensley and Pratt City were much gratified at the published statement of Congressman Underwood re- garding the attempted consolidation of the postoffice at this point with Birming- ham. They feel that the agitation has received It's death blow for the time be- ing and that the plans to enlarge and improve the present postal service at those points will now be carired out.
 It is understood the department of public buildings at Washington has re- gently made inquiries as to the details Of the new postoffce building that will be erected on the corner of Nineteenth street and Avenue E, Ensley, and that the principal entrance will be on Nine teenth street. As to the plans of the building it is stated a duplicate of the structure at Bessemer will be asked for.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Poll Tax Now Due

According to the statement of Assistant Tax Collector w. H. Davis only 150 per- sons in Beat 40 have paid their poll tax at the Ensley office. Last year at this time there were nearly 600 and unless those liable get busy soon they will be disfranchised as the poll tax must be paid on or before the first day of Feb ruary to enable voter to vote in any election held in 1911, either national, state, county or municipal. As there is a great probability of some of the matters now before the legislature being submitted to a vote of the people, including commits sion form of government, local option, new county, and other legislation, MT. Davis urges the payment of this tax or those who neglect it will be like the fool ish virgins. without oil.' when the time comes, and then their will be weeping and wailing and knasning of teeth"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
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On account of the non-appearance of the Ensley High school the Young Mems Christian association's scrubs were called out on short notice to play the Birming- ham High school
 The Young Men's Christian association missed Estes, the regular forward, and the final score, 27 to 14. was in favor of High school.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-01-28
Young Couple to Wed

License for the marriage of Miss Ethel Holloway to MT. Hugh J. Carter was is- sued from the office of Probate Judge P. H. Pitts this morning. The ceremony was celebrated tonight and was witnessed by . number of friends and relatives of the young couple. Both are well known res- idents of Selma and have a large circle of friends. The bride Is an accomplished and beautiful young woman, while the groom holds responsible position in a railroad office.