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Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1911-09-06
tFrom the La Fargo Enterprise.)

Clark Householder departed for Pepin
where he is principal of schools for the
coming season.
J. Fl. Potts and family went to La
Crosse, where they will reside during
the next year so that Miss Mable may
attend normal school,
Fred Householder went TO Albany to
commence school work. This is Fred s
second year as principal.
Gertie and Emory Thayer returned
from Ismay, Montana, where they have
been spending their summer vacation.
They were accompanied home by Mr..
and Mrs. Van Millison and children,
who will visit relatives at this place.
Addison Van Duzen, an old and re-
spected citizen of this vicinity, passed
away at his home west of town Tues
day evening.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1911-09-06
lFrom the va TnteIIIgenesr.l

Mrs. VIM Dowell had the misfortune
to fall down the cellars stairs, thereby
getting badly bruised and shaken up.
Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Shilling, of Lib
erty, announce the arrival Of a little
daughter at their home August g.
The fine large barn, built for Irwin
Gibbs, below Kickapoo Center, is near
completion, The carpenters Dick Suth-
erland and Cleas Holconnb have given it
with the silo and milk house over to
the cement layers TO put in the floors.
The wool market has assumed an
activity here the past week. J. c. Hull
reports having bought some 50, 900
pounds the past week. Southworth
Bros. Of La Fargo delived 4, 900 pounds,
for which they received ~ cents per
pound. Among others who have mar
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1911-09-06
Forced To Leave Home

Every year large number of poor
sufferers, whose lungs are sore and
racked with coughs, are urged to go to
another climate. But this is costly and
not always sure. There's a better
way. Let DR.. Kings New Discovery
cure you at home. 1T cured me of
lung trouble, +" writes W. r. Nelson, of
Calamine, Ark, when all else failed
and ! gained AZ pounds in weight. Its
surely the king Of all cough and lung
cures" Thousands owe their lives and
health to it. It's positively guaranteed
for Coughs, Colds LaGrippe, Asthma,
Croup-all Throat and Lung troubles.
SOC & $1.00. Trial bottle free at A. j..
Johnson's.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1911-09-06
A Great Advsniase to worklns Men

J. A. Maple, Is S. 7th St, Stuben-
vile, o., says: For years I suffered
from weak kidneys and a severe blad-
der trouble. ] learned of Foleys Kid
ney Pills and their wonderful cures 30
l began taking them and sure enough
/ had as good results as any j heard
about. Ny backache left me ard to
one of my business, expressman, that
alone is a great advantage. My kid
neys acted free and normal, and that
saved me lot Of misery. 1t is now a
pleasure to work where it used to be a
misery. Foley Kidney Pills have cured
me and have my highest praise. A.
]. johnson.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1911-09-06
Foley's Kidney Remedy Niquid)

Is a great medicine of proven value for
both acute and chronic kidney and blad-
der ailments. 1t is especially recon-
mended to elderly people for its Won
derful tonic and reconstructive quail
ties, and the permanent relief and com
fort it gives them. A. j. johnson.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1911-09-06
Not A Word OF scandal

MARRIED the call of neighbor on Mrs.
W. F. Spangh, Of Manville, Wyo., who
said: "she tod me Dr. Kings New
Life Pills lad cured her of obstinate
kidney trouble, and made her feel like
a new woman. Easy, but sure rem
edy fol stomach, liver and kidney troub-
les. Only Csc at A. j. Johnson's.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1911-09-06

A howell is often more a home than a
palace. If the spirit of congenial
friendship links not the hearts of the
inmates Of a dwelling is it not home.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1911-09-06

Consider that your visitors come ia
see you, and not your pantry.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1911-09-06

ketod wool to H1ll the past weeks are
DAVID Berrie Of Kickapoo, Ham Cowa 7
and Mack McVey Of Rockton, John
Gross Of La Fargo.
Vernon County censor. [volume] (Viroqua, Wis.) 1865-1955, 1911-09-06

A man thinks he knows it all, until a
woman begins to enlighten him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
ID SELECT MEMBER
 OF SCHOOL BOARD

The selection of a successor of the late Col. John W. Tomlinson as mem- Der of the Board of Education may be taken up at the commission meeting to- morrow. Rumors have it that J. ID. Moore who has wide experience in school work, will be selected to fill the place of Colonel Tomlinson. MT. Moore has served on examination committees and is familiar with the work of the Board of Education. His name seems to be the most favored one before the commits sioners, and the Board of Education at this time. It is known that the Board or Education and the commission are anx- ious to secure the services of some we'll balanced business man.
 President John l.. Parker of the Board of Education has refrained from making any comment as to who would be chosen in the place of Colonel Tomlinson. How ever. 1t Is said Dr. Parker is anxious to secure the services of an able business man.
 The commissioners in selecting suc- cessor to Colonel Tomlinson will take into serious consideration the views Of the Board of Education, although the exercise of final power will be in the hands of the commissioners.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
ON l STA|RWAYS MN
 CAUSE ARRES'

Unavailing efforts to curb the tiger will receive new strength to announced Commissioner A. o. Land the department of justice last night VI the new ordinance prohibiting the Instructions on stairways will h force. Commissioner Lane said last that the time for the law to be Il had arrived and this morning the poy department will have that added spoke' their wheel to get in behind blind tlg, which are said to be so thoroughly ( trenched above stairs"
 With the new ordinance, the like which has never before been known Birmingham, the officers may arrest al person permitting telephone bells, ele, tors or any Instructions to be placed stairways.
 We raided many blind tigers yest| day" said Judge Lane last night, ''a We do that every day. The trouble you newspaper boys are so accustom to raids that it is not news to you. such is not printed. However, the peo should be advised that raids are taxi place every hour of the day almost, a great efforts are being put forth to duee the tigers to the barest minimum believe we have done great deal ward the destruction of the tiger. Bui is a difficult proposition"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
AN THE HOTELS

E S. NJ Aaxford of Tuscaloosa is stop ping at the Metropolitan. e R. O. West of Montgomery is reg istered la the Metropolitan. < R. c. Copeland of Montgomery is in the city at the Metropolitan.
 R. M,. Troy of Huntsville is stopping at the Morris.
 # D. Mcdonald of Carbon Hill is reg Istered at the Morris. z Robert E. Gam of Montgomery is 4n the city at the Morris. J.. P. McSdanus, of Montgomery is Stopping at the Florence.
 e. M. Tanner of Selma is registered 2 at the Florence.
 C.. D. Carmichael of Geneva is in the city at the Florence. B. R. Riddle of Montgomery is stop ping at the Birmingham.
 Elliott Dunn, of Charleston, s. C.. Is registered at the Birmingham.
 Bill Nichols of Nashville is in the city at the Birmingham.
 J. c. Lenroy of Montgomery is stop ping at the Hillman.
 F. P. DeBallard of New Orleans is registered at the Hillman.
 W. E. Payne of New Orleans is in the city at the Hillman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
LOCAL POLITICS
 WARMING UP

The coming week will be one of much activity in the local option campaign, and several notable meetings are sched- uled to take place.
 On Monday a mass meeting of the local optionists will be held at Adams vile. and several prominent speakers will make addresses. On Tuesday night the oppositionists will hold a big rally at the Orpheum theatre, at which Messrs. Beddow, Burr and Rice will make addresses. Other prominent lead : CTS of the prohibition cause will also speak. The meeting will be the first public meeting held in the city proper during the present campaign and the indications point to a tremendous gath ering as invitations have been sent throughout the country and many have signified their intention to be present.
 Thursday night Col. P. G. Bowman will speak on local option at the Bijou theatre. This meeting promises to be one of the most notable in the present campaign, and a record breaking crowd is anticipated.
 On Friday night the travelling men opposed to the return of the saloon will hold public meeting, which will be addressed by prominent speakers.
 The campaign headquarters of both factions have been busy during the past week sending out to the voters of the county campaign literature, while thousands of letters have been mailed urging the voters to work for their re- spective causes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
PARALYSIS FEAR
 MATTER OF PAST

s From every indication the epidemic of infantile paralysis, which created consternation in many households, is a dread of the past. The health off cials are inclined to believe that the worst stages of the epidemic are over, as no new cases have developed in many days. The few cases which have not run their maximum limit of three weeks are progressing nicely and the quarantine which has been in force is held to have been most effective in eurbing the spread of the malady. The city health authorities are well pleased with the manner in which the opidemic was handled. They are in- olined to give to the families where children were affected a great deal of credit for the manner in which the cases were handled. Up to this time not enc effort has been made to violate the laws enumerated by the health of 2 0cials and not one infraction of in- structions has been reported.
 N The authorities think that if the families observe for a short time fur sther the rather stringent rules as laid Town for their guidance that every case wifi soon be eradicated.
 The first cases were reported about l6 days ago. Active measures were at once instituted to get the disease under control and these were successful.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
ATTORNEYS WILL TEST LEGALITY 0F
 THE BOND ISSUE

,It is announced by the Board of Com missioners that Caldwell x Masslich, at torneys of New York, had been engaged to examine the legality of the s1,30o,000 bond issue and that information to this effect had been telegraphed President Gull pepper EXum in New York. The eni- ployment of attorneys is held to be the most important detail of the bond issue. The attorneys are recognized bond ex- perts and their opinions are taken by all financial houses without any hesitation. The recently issued bonds of Birmingham have been examined by MT. Masslich.
 President Exum was authorized to notify the financial houses that inquired as to the employment of the. celebrated bond attorneys and 1t is expected tha, the examination will begin at once. Their fee will be between $500 and $1000, depend ing largely upon how many opinions are requested.
 The bonds will be formally issued with in a few days. The commissioners are receiving inquiries daily as to the proposi- tion and the indications are that on the day set aside for that purpose the issue will be over subscribed.
 It has been determined to issue the bonds to financial houses. It is under- stood that three or four financial houses intend to split the issue among them. The bonds will be in 5000 denominations. The commissioners will meet on the day the sale is made in public and the pro- ceedings will be handled without any loss of time. All bids will be sealed and will be accompanied by certified check for $5000.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
b|G CROWD HEARD
 CONCERT AT COREY

Not less than 4000 people took advantage of the opportunity to see the model city, Corey, and hear the concert rendered by Nappis band yesterday afternoon. The little town was practically filled to over flow ing with pleasure seekers all the aft ernoon and until a late hour last night. The concert began at 4 o'clock and last ed until 5:So. The following programme was rendered: Overture, Morning, Noon and Night,'' Suppe. Selection, Chocolate Soldier" Strauss. Solo. "Infiammatus stabat Mater." Sig. F. Nappi.
 "procession of the Knights Parsifal, Wagner. Intermission.
 Overture, Poet and Peasant" Suppe. | ''Jerusalem the Golden" Paraphrase Robinson. l Tobani. l Selection. "southern Plantation scngs.' Conterno.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
NO TRACE FOUND
 OF HRNEY'SK|N

No replies have been received in answer to the telegrams sent to the relatives of Sergeant Henry Zerney, who died re- gently at the Mobile City hospital of typhoid were. Sergeant Zerney attended the annual encampment of the First Field artillery and was taken sick almost im- mediately on the arrival of the troops at Mobile He was placed in the hospital by the order of Major Smith and though given every attention. succumbed to the fever.
 From the reports of his comrades he was sick when ordered to camp and was advised not to attend. His sense of duty prevailed, however. and he joined the boys, only to meet his death.
 Among his effects were found the ad- dress of a sister who lived in New York. who was immediately notified of the sad occurrence by Captain Dorrence of Local Battery D. but so far no replies have been received The members of the battery sent down a lovely wreath of flowers as a token of remembrance. and if his rela- lives are not located his remains will be brought to Birmingham and hs will be inferred with military honors.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
ALLEGES NEGROES
 DISTURBED PEACE

George Little and James Wilson, ne- groes, were lodged in the county jail last night by Deputy Sheriff Dave Kenny brook on charges of disturbing the peace.
 According to Deputy KennybroolS, the two negroes became involved in an argu- ment at Bibbie mines yesterday afternoon. The argument was whether Sunday was on Saturday or was yesterday. The ne- groes decided to shoot 1t out and securing shotguns repaired to a nearby field.
 At this point Jack Thomas. white man, is alleged to have interfered in the role of peacemaker. whereupon both ne- groes, it is charged, turned on him and threatened to kill him.
 The negroes drove Thomas and his fam fly, 1t is charged. out of the camp at the point of guns. Thomas hastened to Banner and secured Deputy Kennybroot- who put the negroes under arrest.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
COMMISSION MAY TAKE UP MATTERS
 OF IMPORTANCE

The commission meeting tomorrow will be attended by President Culpepper Exum for it is stated that he will return from New York in time for that occasion The meeting will be largely routine, although it is expected that several matters of rather serious import will be handled.
 It is believed that the commissioners will act upon the proposition of a gas holder being located in Tuxedos which has called for unconstrained criticism from negro residents, and will act also upon the gas tank controversy at Woodlawn. It was believed for some days that the two gas tanks matter had been disposed of but they have come up again through sources unexpected.
 The report of Special Auditor Rosser in regard to the Southern Bell Telephone companys operations here during the past 10 years will be considered. MT. .Rosser is compiling that matter now. Unless President Exum returns no action will be taken, even though the report is made. If MT. Exum does reach here for the meeting and the report is ready there is liable to be some action taken.
 The commissioners have several mat ters pending which have been passed over until MT. Exum returns and if they begin to handle all pressing questions at the meeting tomorrow 1t will be a rather busy session.
 It is not expected that much time will be lost in getting the final details of the bond issue strengthened out and 1t is also expected that the commission win take action as to other matters of more or less importance.
 The meeting is scheduled for 10 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
WALKERS DEATH Nl
 CAUSE OF GREEK

The announcement of the death of J. Walker which occurred late Sun afternoon at the Carroway infirmsry received with profound sorrow at City and other places where h many friends. The end did not ( surprise as deceased had beerl fined to his bed for the past seve weeks with the typhoid fever.
 Mir. Walker was we'll known in Birl mingham where he was a successful lawyer. He took an active interest in church work in Pratt City and was sul perintendent of the Sunday school at the Methodist church. He is survived by his mother and three sisters. Funeral ar- engagements have not yet been made.
 There will be called meeting of the Protheon Sunday school class at the Methodist church tonight at o'clock.
 Mrs. Warden. who has been to New York city to select fall and winter styles for her millinery shop has returned.
 Mrs Cora Tucker entertained her Sun day school class at her home on Maple street Saturday night. Interesting games were played and delicious refreshments were served.
 Miss Fannie Hollmon is visiting friends and relatives at Fort Payne for few days. She will visit relatives in Geor- ga before returning.
 large number of Pratt City people enjoyed an all day singing at Crumley q Chapel yesterday.
 Dr. Zarin spent Sunday at Blount Springs.
 MT. M. H. Nelms has accepted a posi- tion with Nelms Dry Goods company on Fourth street.
 Miss Wadie Lou Vann has returned from a recent trip to New York.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
INTEREST FELT
 IN B|G SPEAKING

That the Bijou theatre will be crowd ed to its capacity Thursday evening, August 8, when Col. P. G. Bowman makes his address on local option, is evidenced by the fact that the an- nouncement of the speaking has caused general and widespread interest.
 The unique manner in which the in- vitaton requesting Colonel Bowman to speak and the large number of in1uen- tial men on the petition was the sub- ject of much comment yesterday, and is considered strong testimony to his ability and popularity as a campaign speaker.
 The other gentlemen that will speak from the same platform, Leon McCord, M. w Howard and G. B. Farmer. will add much to the interest of the meet ing, and it is expected with good req son that the Bijou theatre, large as it is, will be entirely inadequate to accommodate the immense crowd that is expected to be present.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
MANY GR|EVE FOR | MRS. [. |. THUSTON

!. In the death of Mrs. Elmer c. Thus ston, Birmingham loses one of the most faithful charity workers and generous philanthropists.
 In her useful life of over 50 years her greatest aim was to do good and benefit others.
 Prior to the establishment of the Girls Industrial school at East Lake the beloved woman was doing charity work in many manners. She was as- | sociated with the United Charities, the Boys club, the home for the girls. then
 established in West End. Besides being connected with these institutions she did charity work among the poor and
 suffering.
 In 1909, the girls home. then at West
 End. bought the present home in East Lake. A superintendent was needed and Mrs. Thuston volunteered to act in that capacity. From that time to
 the present she was connected with the
 girls home. Besides her work there
 she was interested in the Boys club and other charity organizations. Her death Saturday came as Q sur- prise to her many friends and acc quaintances and profound sorrow was created.
 The funeral services will be held It
 4 o'clock this afternoon at the Avon- dale Methodist church. with pr. L. c. Branscomb and Rev. R. w. Anderson officiating. From the church the fu- neral train will proceed to Elmwood cemetery, where the interment will be held.
 The deceased is survived by her hus- hand, Elmer c. Thuston; two brothers.
 Henry and Tom Weller of this city. and a sister. Mrs. Belle Walker of Avon. dale.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
CATTLE ARE AFFECTED
 WITH FATAL DISEASE
Stock Near Livingston Are Being Killed by the Black
 Ler"

Livingston. July s-(special.) .)--The most dreaded of all cattle diseases. commonly called black leg, has invaded several parts of Sumter county. spratt & stinson. near McCainville; Eflis Shelby and R. L. Scale near Payneville; W. l.. Ennis, near Liv- ingston, and others report recent losses The disease is inonrable. However, 1t E confined mostly to young cattle.
 The old-fashioned cotton army worm has made It's appearance near here in considerable numbers. The application of Paris green Is being used to kill the worms.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
GUARDS SHOOT CONNECTS
 ESCAPING NUMBER 12 MINE

Two long term conyicts, Henry Mitchell and Will Miller, made a desperate at tempt to escape from No. 12 mine of the Tennessee Coal, Iron and Railroad com pany Saturday afternoon, and as result Mitchell is dead and Miller seriously wounded by rifle shots at the hands of the prison guards.
 The two men had concealed themselves at the mouth of the slope, and after the gang of convicts had been taken from the mine to the stockade, knowing that their absence would be discovered at the stockade, they took desperate chance and rushed and scaled the walls of the manway, notwithstanding the fact that
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
BAND CONCERT

Nappis band will play the follow ing programme July 31, at East park March, Rings on My Fingers, Scott.
 Waltz, Oriental, "Vision of Salome, Joyce. .-.r. Medley overture No. 1, Bob Whites Pilgrim Chorus from '"Tannhauser," " Wagner. "f
 Intermission.
 Two step. Stop, Stop, Stop" Berlin Solo. "Evening Star" from Tam hauser," Wagner
 Selection, Alma. Where Do You Liver" Briguet.
 March, Steamboat Bill" Shields.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
1Suffrdgist Presided OUer Meeting
 Of The Educators Of The Country
GOVERNOR WILL HEED THE
 ADVICE OF COMMISSIONERS

wants the best and highest toned men in this city to accept places on the excise commission in the. event the elee- torate repudiates the reign of blind tigers and illicit drinking novels.
 It Is not the opinion that the gov ernor will place in the hands of the local commission the final selection ol the excise commission, but it is ac- cepted as true that the recommenda- tion of the local city fathers will d6 more than any other agency in getting appointments on that board.
 The indications are that one lawyer one business man and one physician will be asked to serve on the com mission.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31

1 they were in full sight of the guards They succeeded in climbing the walls, but were seen by the prison guards, who opened fire on the fleeing convicts.
 Mitchell fell less than 30 yards from the prison walls, but Miller ran nearly a mile before he was shot down by his pursuers.
 | Both were desperately wounded and were taken to the prison hospital at No. 12 for treatment, but Mitchell died Sun day morning. Miller is seriously hurt, but it Is thought he will recover.
 The men were state eonvicts and were serving 10-year terms. Neither man was sent up from Jefferson county
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31
CITY AUTHORITIES TO RECOM- MEND MEN TO ACT ON EXCISE COMMISSION - DOCTOR WILL SERVE AS MEMBER

The Birmingham commissioners Judge A. o. Lane, James Weatherly and Culpepper Exum-will be consulted be- fore the appointment of excise commits sioners.
 It is said that Governor O'Neal has stated to the members of the commits sion or friends close to them that he
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-07-31

San Francisco is making strenuous preparations for the international Pan- anna exposition to be held there in 1915. It's people have certainly shown won derful courage and enterprise in the upbuilding of the city, but the visitor cannot fail to detect persistent ele- ment of dread lest the terrible 'calam- ity' may come again. This was plainly seen by the panic created on July 2 when a considerable earthquake shook the city and little of the fear and ex- citement of that hour was expressed to the outside world.
 "My trip to the west was in every way pleasant and in some respects instructive and profitable"