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The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1911-06-22
"Back to the Primitive"

Back to the Primitive" will be pre-
scented at the Bijou theatre today in
which exciting experiences in the
African jungles will be seen. The
story is a very interesting one.
John Wilton cables his sister Helen,
in London to leave for South Africa
via S. S. China and apprtses her of
the fact that Lord Thurlow sails on
the same ship and is to act as her es-
cort. At the same time telling her he
will meet them at Cape Town. After
a hurried preparation for the depar-
ture the long journey is begun. Lord
Thurlow is attentive to his charge,
that he may fulfill the wishes of his
friend and confident, John Wilton. Will
Carson, q fellow passenger aboard,
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1911-06-22

THE SEANTY is now open for summer
boarders. Pleasantly located on Big
Bayou Pretty beach fine bathing. For
information address Miss Maggie Lee
Alison. P. o. Box 70, Pensacola, Florida.
Phone No. 1903. 94may1m
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1911-06-22

do you believe all his fish stories?'
"Of course I do. I'm the fellow he
gives the fish to when he catches any"
Detroit Free Press.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1911-06-22

Say, Frost, lend me your razor, will
you?" Gladly" "Oh. If it's as dull as
that, don't want 1.-THE House
keeper.
The Pensacola journal. (Pensacola, Fla.) 1898-1985, 1911-06-22
JUSTICE While In LOUISIANA

New Orleans, La, June 21.-Chief
Justice White, of the United States
supreme court passed through this
city yesterday en- route to his planta-
ton on Bayou Lafourche to spend a
part of his first vacation since being
elevated to the high court. After
brief stay he will start for Canada for
the remainder of the summer
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
LAST STEP OF MERGER
Bank Officials All on Hand at the
 American Trust Bank

President Webb w. Crawford Of the American Trust and former President Henry B. Gray of the Peoples bank standing in the lobby greeting the former customers of Mr. Gray, and the new customers of Mr. Crawford, marked the consummation of the merger of the two banks announced Sunday.
 When the American Trust bank opened for business yesterday morning, the of ficia, force of the Peoples Savings bank was at the American Trust building. They met those depositors of the Peoples bank who came in and attended to such de- tails as arose. It is stated that the or panization of the Peoples Savings bank If which w. T. Latham, W. T. Lyman and Henry Chisholm were members Will he continued by the American Trust. All three of the Peoples bank officers are widely known in bank circles, not only in this city, but in the state. They have grown up with Governor Gray In the Peoples bank and are we'll versed in banking affairs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09

There was great rush yesterday for music festival seats.
 The seat sale is in progress at the Jesse French-Starr Piano company's place of business on Third avenue. Pres ident J. H. Holcombe of the Festival association stated that as early as 7;3O a. m. people were in line to buy tick cts. Printed programmes were scanned with avidity and so attractive was the bill for each of the five concerts that music lovers who intended to buy tick cts for only one or two performances were put to it. to know just how to decide. MT. Holcombe said that the richness of the programmes resulted in many persons who expected to at tend only one concert buying tick cts for all five.
 The Orpheum theatre, where the fes- tival is to be held--May 22. 23 and 24 has a seating capacity of a little less than 400. Acoastically 1t is one of the best theatres in the country, and the arrangement of the seats Is said to be especially satisfactory. Ev-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09

The Tennessee insurgents were greatly elated over message from Nashville last night to Representative Johnsonious to the effect that Attorney General Charlie Gates of Tennessee has rendered an opln- ion holding the election of L. NJ. Stratton, regular democrat, to the general election board of the state, as void, because .dhe election was not made by a quorum
 It is the opinion of Attorney General Gates that in the event of Strattons S un- constitutional election the tenure of that office reverts to T. B. Tigrett, who for merly was a member of the election board.
 It is the consideration of just this point that has caused the fusionists' spirit to rise. T. B. Tigrett is an independent defnocrat and supporter of the fusionist party, whereas Stratton Is a regular dem oerat.
 On account of the decision of the attor- ney general yesterday the appointment or the county election commissioners was
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
.EXUM TALKS ON
 FIRE SITUATION Tariff Association Experts Coming for Consultation
 With Officials

President Cupepper Exum of the Board of Commissioners, who has been placed in charge of the fire department, an- nounced yesterday that an invitation had been extended Manager Andrews of the Southeastern Tariff association and Engi- neer Choen of that association to visit Birmingham and consult with him and the commissioners relative to the fire de- pertinent situation here
 The officials will be here in a few days, at which time not only will the decrease in that department be decided upon, but President Exum said the quetsion of the fire rate granted Birmingham would be discussed.
 The commissioners as previously an- nounced have no desire to enter into any reorganization of the fire department without the consent and approval of the prelude to any action being taken the conference will be held.
 President Exum said yesterday that tho fire department is essentially depart- ment the efficiency of which must be above the average, it matters not how serious the financial situation. With Chief A. " Bonnet, President Exum will meet the fire rate experts and decide upon the best way to handle the situation.
 It Is the feeling of the commissioner that the fire department will be permit ted to stand as it is unless the tariff offi- cers subscribe to reformation of some character.
 President Exum said yesterday: T ex- pect the tariff men to be in Birmingham at a very early date. In addition to talk ing counsel about the financial condition of the city and the new moves we have taken to reduce expenses. I wish to ao- certain if Birmingham is enjoying tho same consideration at their hands as other cities in the south. No rate en- ioyed elsewhere is too good for Birnfify!5- ham. inasmuch as I think we have a fire fighting organization here as efficient and brave as any in this country in propor- tion to the population, of course. We ex- pect to get along without impairing this efficiency.
 President Exum has expressed one p>on that may prove worthy of adoption. ana that is the installation of auto machines. reducing the number of horses in the de- pertinent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
CHAMBER ID HOLD
 NIGHT SESSIONS President Massey Notifies Members of Change to
 Be Made Friday

The regular monthly meeting of the Chamber of Commerce will be held next Friday night at clock, rather than at o'clock, in the afternoon as heretoiore' The meeting of the board of directors will be held at 3:30 o'clock in the after noon as formerly.
 Letters are being sent out to the vari- ous members of the organization rom headouarters by President Richard w. Massey. notifying them of the change. IL ,s thought by the heads of the chamber that the present arrangement will greatly facilitate matters inasmuch as there was always some delay caused the regular meeting of the organization by the meet inc of the board of directors which lnlnie- diately preceded and often ran over tire'
 A nersonal letter is being sent out by President Massey to each Of the ne" members of the chamber who were se- cured recently by a canvass conducted by tba membership committee, of which B. R Burton Is chairman.
 If is understood that several important matters are to come up before the resu- lar monthly meeting of the chamber ana among them will be the subject or cer- tain civic improvements.
 This morning at ii o'clock there VIII De A meeting at headquarters of the commit tea for the location of new industrles' or which M. F. Messer is chairman. Ihis cono mittee recently outlined plan Tor a na organ. known as the industrial bu- reau It was originated in coilaporatioii with representatives of the various rai- roads who were later elected by the ooara of directors of the chamber as members of the industrial committee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
GERMANS OF SOUTH
 HOLD SAENGERFEST

Atlanta, May S.-German Americans from the southeastern states Hooked to Atlanta today for the annual saen- gerfest of the South Atlantic league of German societies, lodges and singers. and brought a day of activity to a close with q grand concert at the auditorium armory tonight. A chorus of more than 250 male and female voices assisted the soloists of the evening.
 The saengerfest was officially opened in the afternoon with a parade, with Maennerchors, Frohsinns and singing delegations from score of the leading g cities in the southeastern line. Fol lowing the concert tonight the visiting Teutons enjoyed "Kommers." or con- vivial time, in Taft hall.
 Tomorrow's programme includes a sight seeing tour of the city in auto mobiles, business session in the morning, a barbecue at noon and the grand ball at night.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
DAYS RECORD IN
 COUNTY COURTS

Tn the second division of the criminal court where misdemeanor docket is in hearing before Judge Samuel l.. Weaver, five negroes were convicted yesterday on the charge of violating the prohibition laws Fines of $50 and costs were im- tssea.
 Assistant Solicitor Edward Winston is conducting the prosecution in an ex- peditious manner, and has finished with several other cases in addition to those of the alleged prohibition violators. In both divisions of the criminal court there are bout 80 cases against alleged violators of the prohibition laws.
 A non-capital felony docket is in pro gress in the first division of the criminal court, over which Judge M. F. Cahalan is presiding Four defendants, charged with burglary and grand larceny, pleaded guilty and were convicted yesterday.
 Peter Lewis, colored, pleaded guilty to the charge of grand larceny, and was convicted. Malachi Johnson and Jesse Goode, both charged in two separate cases with burglary, were convicted, while Charlie Mitchell, charged with burglary and grand larceny, also pleaded guilty and was convicted,
 The docket In hearing before Judge Cahalan for the week is volumnous and a vigorous effort is being made to try to finish without delay. Sentences will be imposed Saturday by Judge Cahalan.
 The case of Tommie Chowchow, charged with burglary, was set on this docket. The defendant was killed In the Banner mine disaster.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
GREAT RUSH IS MADE FOR
 MUSIC FESTIVAL SEATS
President Holcombe Believes There Will Not Be Single Seat Left For Any Performance At End Of
 Present Week

cry seat in the building commands a full view of the stage; but for attrac- tions so fine as Victor Herbert and his orchestra, Schumann Heink. Evan Williams. Agnes Kimball and other eel ebrities the house Is thought to be far too small.
 The greatest demand for tickets yes terday was for the opening night When the box office closed there were less than 50 seats in the balcony un- sold for Monday and not more than 200 on the main floor It Is safe to say that every seat for the first night will be sold by noon today.
 MT. Holcombe said there were many excellent seats left for Tuesday and Wednesday night, but as the national good roads convention assemblies here on Tuesday, May 2S. delegates would find it very difficult to secure admis- sion unless their local friends had seats reserved for them in advance. Iii other words. according to Mir. Ho1combe, there will not be seat left for any per formance, night or afternoon, when this present week closes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
BIRMINGHAM COLLEGE
Announcement Is Made of the Com
 mencement Week Events

Announcement was made yesterday of the formal programme for Birmingham college commencement exercises this year. The events will come in the fol- lowing order:
 Friday. May 2s, SIS p. m.-Training School Declamatory Contest.
 Sunday, May 2S. Il a. m.-Commence- ment sermon by Rev. J. P. McFerrin, D. D., Macon, Ga. at the First Methodist church.
 Monday, May 2s 10 a. m.-Sophomore and freshman declamatory contests; S:15 p. m, annual debate and oratorioal con- test by representatives of the Literary societies.
 Tuesday. May 3O 10 a. m.-Junior ora tions; II a. m., address before Literary societies by Prof. W. R. Webb. Bell buckle, Tenn; 8 D. m.. address before Alumni association.
 Wednesday, May 31. 10 &. m.-Orations by members of the graduating class; Il a. m., baccalaureate address by Con gressman John l.. Burnett. Gadsden.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
WOULD CHANGE
 ANTITRUST LAW

Washington. May s.--Three radical changes in the sherman antitrust law were proposed today in a bill intro duced by Senator Kenyon of Iowa. who has just vacated the office of trust buster'' in the department of justice. His bill would make jail sentences com pulsory for individual violators of the law ard would extend the provisions of the present act to patents by providing that the patent shall be forfeited where the patentee joins with others to re- strain trade.
 The third change would make illegal the purchase or ownership of stock in a competing corporation engaged in inter- state commerce.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
PLACE WORKMEN
 IN THE PARKS Weeds Flourishing Since the Discharge of All the
 Parkkeepers

Commissioner weatherly announced yesterday that he would instruct Street Commissioner Frank Gafford this morn ing to place force of worl1nen in the parks and clean them up thoroughly for the children and others who frequent the rest places.
 discharged all the park keepers of the city their condition has caused consider able censure Frequenters of the parks say that the weeds are flourishing and that trash has accumulated very rapidly.
 The creation of a park commission will be taken up this week as outlined here- tofore, to be composed of some of the best known men in the community.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
TENNESSEE INSURGENTS
 PLATED OVER DECISION

not made by the election board. It is understood that the appointment will be made today, according to the message re- ceived over the wire by Representative Johnsonious.
 To judge from their conversation the fusionists are confident that they are gradually gaining ground and that the purpose of their filibuster expedition has almost been accomplished. They do not wish, however, to take any chances on de- feating their original object, so conse- quently have not as yet decided on any definite course, further than sticking out the fight.
 Representative Johnsonious stated last night that none of the party has any idea as to when he will return home. All feel sure that the replacing of T. B. Tigrett on the general election board is dis tinct advantage gained for them, but they do not venture that 1t has in any way affected their present attitude to the legis- lature in general.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
Real Estate Transfers

Deeds of conveyance of the following real estate transfers, in which amounts of 5000 or more were involved. have been filed in the probate court office E S11O0-Bessie l.. Richardson to G. E. Jones. lot 8. block 25, survey of East Bir- mingham Land company
 $25Oo- Mrs M. E. Breem to J. D. Smith, lot 14. block 22e, survey of Elyton Land company.
 S610o-L. A. Satterfield to A. H. Lock- wood. part of lots 12 and IS. block 7S4. survey of Birmingham
 $S15o-Carl Steiner to John H. Minge. part of lot 6, block B. survey of Phelan' s addition to Birmingham.
 $325o-F. M. Pittman to A. H. Morriss ct d., lot 1, in Ideal Land and Improve Ament cempany's survey in Woodlawn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
CHANGE MADE AT
 JACOBS PHARMACY
Eugene Jacobs Acquires the Business Here and Brother Retains the
 Atlanta Store

Announcement was made yesterday of the dissolution of partnership of Jacobs Pharmacy company. operating stores in Atlanta and Birmingham Joseph Jacobs of Atlanta retains the Atlanta interests and Eugene J. Jacobs purchases the store at 1904 Second avenue, Birmingham. In speaking of the partnership dissolu- tion yesterday Dr. Eugene Jacobs said ::
 My brother wanted to center all of his business in Atlanta and I have pur- chased the store here and will operate under the business name of the Eugene Jacobs Drug Store. The same business policies will be maintained"
 The Birmingham store was opened on Nineteenth street eleven years ago. Dr. Eugene Jacobs has been in personal charge of the store all the time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
PHILoMATHIC MEETING
Final Session at Howard College on
 Friday Evening

Tho Philomathic Literary society of Howard college will hold its final meet ing in the college chapel Friday night, May F, S:3o p. m The numbers to be ren- dered with J. c. stivender presiding in clude:
 March, Tanahanser (wagner) )-Miss Car rie Wilmot Lee.
 Invocation.
 Regulus to the carthaginians--T E. Hand.
 LaFayette-H. T. Mills
 Piano solo, Mazurka (Godard)-Miss Dorothy Thornton.
 treatment of the American Colonies-w. R. Rigsll.
 The Young America-J. A. Deaver.
 Piano solo, Grotesque March (Sinding)- Miss Josephene Dalby.
 Presentation of Senior Pins-William H. Carson.
 Piana solo. Witches Dance (Scythe)- Miss Grace Stewart.
 Decision of judges.
 The McAdory medal will be awarded to the best new mans Reclamation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
 TO STOP MAILS

Washington, May 8.-"There is a law making it g criminal offense to wlfully obstruct the mails and I think that law would be applicable to the case of a strike in the railway mail service" de- clared Eecond Assistant Postmaster Gen eral Stewart to the House committee on civil service today in explaining what the postoffice department would do in the event of walkout by the clerks seeking to establish their right to form a union. tainment, further apprising them of a visit from the members of the commit tee within the next few days.
 Chairman c. B. Rogers of the barbecue committee reported that suggestive menu has been prepared for this occasion and an itemized cost of the same ascer- tained This committee was authorized to proceed with the details of barbecue and select a place where 1t will be held.
 John c. Lusk appeared before the board and invited them to bring the good roads delegation in a bedy to Corey. His invi- tation was accepted. It was made known to the board by Secretary Rountres that the Southern Bitulithfc company and the Southern Asphalt company have both agreed to demonstrate their methods of street paving for the benefit of the dele gates attending the congress and for this purpose will leave off finishing certain portions of street paving at present under way.
 The following members of the advisory board were present at tho meeting yes terday afternoon: John W. O'Neill pres ident; L. A. Whitehead, secretary: J. A, Rountree, B. F. Moore. Richard w. Mas sey. Judge w. I. Grubb. Job Going, w. D. Wood. w. B. Dickerson. W. R. Star buck. J. R. Copeland, N. w Scott. J. R Taylor. H. l.. Zell. Hugh McGsever, W, J. Miner, C. B. Rogers, Sol Caheen, A T. Newell. Louis Pizitz, Dr. H. A. FL kourie, and John C. Lusk.
 Another meeting of the advisory board will be held Friday afternon at o'clock at the Chamber of Commerce to hear the reports of the finance committees and to pass nnally on several other matteyss
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
ID OPEN STATE
 CONVENTION HERE: Knights of Columbus Will Be Presided Over By
 GeOge T. Sullivan

The state convention of the Knights of Columbus will meet at the Knights of Columbus hall on Third avenue this morning George T. Sullivan of Mobile, a prominent member of the legislature, preside.
 Delegates will be present from Mo bile, Montgomery Cullman and Hunts vile. State officers for the ensuing 12 months will be elected. When routine business Is concluded the visiting knights will go sightseeing.
 The convention will conclude with a banquet at the Hotel Hillman tonight.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
NEWS OF HARTSELLE

Hartselle, May s.-(Special)-In the presence of relatives and friends, Miss Lena Johnson was married to MT. J. F. Lock wood of Sulphur, Okla. Sunday evening at 7:S0 at the home of the brides mother, the Rev. J. A Hun of East Lake officiating.
 The Rev. J. A. Huff of East Lake filled the pulpit at the Baptist church Sunday morning. His subject was, The Impossible Made Possible" Mark 9th and 23d. He had g. large and appreci- ative audience who would like to se- cure his services in full as pastor of the church at this placs.
 Rev. A. B. Page. who Is working with the Anti-Saloon league. lectured to a large house Sunday night at the First Methodist church. The other de- nominations gave way for him and the Sunday school room had to be thrown open to accommodate the crowd
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
TWO HOTEL GUESTS
 KILLED IN FIRE

Robstown, Tex, May S.-Two guests at the City hotel here were burned to death early today and two others are so seriously injured that they may die.
 They are: c. W. Harwood of Grand Rapids, Mich, and Clarence Speue of San Antonio, Tex. The injured are Robert Lee of Beeville and MT. Den man of Gilead.
 MT. Speue lost his life in an effort to save his fellow guests. He aroused several and helped them to escape but returned to the burning hotel once too often, and was overcome by smoke.
 The fire started about o'clock when the guests were sleeping. It's origin has not yet been determined.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
BANNER RESUMES
Work Starts at Mine With About the
 Usual Force

The mines at Banner, owned by the Pratt Consolidated Coal company, which were the scene of the explosion several days ago, were resumed yesterday. The company has repaired the damaged cleo trio wires, sprinkling system and other damaged equipment and the mine is pro- nounced in first class condition.
 The number of men employed is about the usual force. The usual tonnage of coal is expected to be reached as soon as ell Instructions are removed from the Interior.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
FIvE-CENT FARE
Question Will Probably Go Before
 Railroad Commission

No developments occurred yesterday in regard to the 5-cent car fare proposition which was acted upon by the commission CTS Saturday. The next move 1t is believed will be made by the city to secure an en- 1orcement of the request to reduce the fare from Ensley and Pratt City from 10 cents, the present rate to cents.
 The company, 1t is stated, maintains the attitude that MT Ford's letter as given put included the company's position and cannot be altered.
 The commissioners will await a few days and then will request the railroad commissioners to act upon the matter. That body has the power to take up the question only because the local public utility company hauls freight for hire.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
New Company Formed

Papers of Incorporation of the T Got You Glue Company" were filed in the pro bate court Monday. The firm will engage in the manufacture and sale of mucilage. and will have It's headquarters In Bir- mingham. Four thousand dollars Is tho authorized capital, of which amount sl2oo has been paid in. Officers are Q. R. Patterson, president and trepsurer: ]. 4. Jones. vice president; A. .. Legg, secre- tary and manager.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-05-09
PERSONALS

The many friends of Mrs. Richard H. Fries will be glad to learn that she is convalescent at the Davis infirmary and will be able to receive short visits from her friends
 T. T. Ashford and his guest, Samuel Dell, left yesterday for few days fishing at MT. Ashford's country place in Limestone county.