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The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
KLINE RECEIVES l ENO.ANSWERASYET r,
 lGeneral Strike on Hartman
 k Lines Is Threatened Ia4ss a by Unions

r sCficagor September 2I.-No answer was sreceived today from Vice President Julius EKruttschnitt of the Southern Pacific rail- road by James W. Kline, president of the Blacksmiths and Helpers Internation- al union in reply to the demand made tupon the railroad officials for tn eopen- ling of negotiations with the Federation of Railway employees. The final time limit set in the ultimatum sent to MT. tkruttschnitt will expire at noon tomor- row. If then no action has been taken the international presidents of unions con- prising the federation plan to hold as- other conference and decide upon what course they will follow.
 The message to Vice President Krutt- schnitt apparently left the union officials the alternative of withdrawing their de- 1mands of recognition of the federation or calling a strike. Failure of the ma- chinists' organization to sanction the lat ter course which union officials have planr ! previously caused them to hesi- tate send the strike order to employees of tht ; Southern Pacific and Illinois Gen. tral railroads. Now that the 1nterna- tional officials have the backing of the five crafts unions in the federation of the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
Handsome Light Post Offered for Use By the
 Union Foundry Co.
Annston Concern Asks Local Merchants Buy Alabama ProG uc Which Is Cheaper and Equal in Every Wayto
 the Posts Made Elsewhere

Birmingham, Ala, September 27, 1911. To the Merchants and Business Men of
 Pirmingham
 Gentlemen: Several weeks ago the Union Foundry company of Anniston. Ala, were requested to offer an ornamental electric light post to be used in the. proposed Birmingham White Way.
 Investigation developed the fact that a definite contract had been signed by a number of Birmingham business men, showing the cost of installation on the basis of $2.25 per front foot. and the posts when installed were to become the property of the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company We also found that the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company were positively committed to a post of certain design. Competition by dealing with the electric company being impossible, the Union Foundry company decided to make your Club a definite offer on lS posts. installed at Third avenue, readySfor the current, quoting on the basis of t1.s5 per front foot, saving of over $500 per block, If compared with the price of installation agreed upon in the above mentioned con- tract. and they to be your property when installed. Applying this saving to 30 blocks in which the White Way, nosdoubt, will be established in the near future shows an absolute saving of over $16,000 on this item alone.
 The ornamental post offered by the Union Foundry company Is the equal of the post offered in the original high priced contract in every way except de- tail of design and ornamentaton, size of column, total height and weight of post and spread of arms are guaranteed to be the same. The design of the post
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28

offered in the original high priceds cons tract is patented, when the design of the Union Foundry compauys post is not
 Since the price of the Union Foundry company's post installation has been def initely named, the original promoters have, lowered their price to the extent of 40 cents, per front foot, or s33G per block, or $10,000 for 90 blocks. Will the business men of Birmingham reward the promoters of the first contract, which, by their voluntary reduction in price, is shown to be $10.000 too high, and which is $15,000 higher than installation offered by the Union Foundry company, by ac- cepting their patented design, over a de- sign that has not been so protected? We don't think 1t is to your interest to uss a patented post, thereby eliminating com petition in the future. The Union Foun- dry company believes that common sense and love of fair play will prevail. and that their post. made in Alabama by Alabama labor, from Birmingham material exclusively, will, at least, get an even show. if;it is not given the prefer ence, especially as the Union Foundry company has agreed to change the base of their ornamental posts and, If neces- sary, the details of ornamentation, in accordance with tie wishes, of the mer- chants who are4 padyings for the installa- tione& 4especffullyo submitted,
 UNION FOUNDRY COMPANY.
 ' By c. SCHUMACHER, Vice Prest
 j, P. S.-Since writing the above we have closed contracts for three blocks of posts to be furnished by the Union Foundry Company. We propose to treat all fairly and trust no one will sign up win others for. post of foreign make untifswe have seen them: @'sF sts
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
GALE MEETING ~
 OF EDUCATORS
Executive Committee Will Convene in Montgomery To Outline Meeting
 of Education Association

Montgomery, September 2-(SpeciaD. - The executive committee of the Alabama Education association has been called to meet in Montgomery october 20 and 21. by Professor J. B. Hobdy, chairman of the body. The purpose of the meeting is to make plans for the annual meeting of the association with respect to time and place and to generally arrange a pro- gramme, etc.
 The session of the committee is of es- pecial importance owing to the fact that concurrently with it's session will be held a meeting Of the department of city and county superintendents. The two assem- plies are expected to bring to Montgom- cry in the neighborhood of 200 educators. The officers of the executive committee are J. B. Hobdy, Auburn, chairman; J. V. Brown, Dothan; D. R. Murphey, Annis- ton, and w. C. Griggs, Birmingham.
 Officers of the department of superin- tendents are A. A. Persons, Bessemer. president; T. ]. Hale, Reform, vice presi- dent; J. B. Lockhart, Florence, secretary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
BLUE AND THE GRAY
 MARCH ARM IN ARM

Memphis, September 27.-To the strains of fife and drum, 800 veterans marched with arms linked through the streets tonight It was the continuation of the reunion of soldiers who fought in the opposing armies during the war of the eos. The Sons of Veterans and other auxiliary organizations, state troops fraternal associations and mounted police paraded with the gray haired men. Former slaves, body ser wants during the war, and others. marched also and spectators on the sidewalks cheered all. g
 The most important action taken at the reunion was an indorsement of a proposed peace jubilee and a general reunion of all civil war veterans to be held in Washington in 1913. Other than this the reunion was principally happy intermingling of those who were foes 50 years ago. This afternoon the veterans participated in 8 barbecue arranged by the Sons of Confederate Veterans.
 The reunion was held in connection with the Tri-State fair, now in pro- gress.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
Memorial Services

The memorial services held at the high school auditorium this morning by the local chapter of the Daughters of the Confederacy commemorating the birth of Raphael Semmes were thor oughly enjoyed by large audience. Prof. A. A. Persons introduced Prof. Ho- mer Spencer in a few well chosen words. The address of Professor Spencer on the life and character of Raphael Semmes was very highly appreciated. The solo, Alabama" by Miss Brad ley, the reading, Uncle Reuben's Bap- tism," by little Miss Christlieb, and "Dixie," by the school children were all well rendered. Mrs. J. E. McAdory presented the crosses of honor to the following veterans: G. F. Davidson, M. B. Roberts, A. M. Stinnott and T. A. Lacey.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
CAFES IS MARRIED
 ID MISS H0PW0OD

Uniontown, Pa, September 27.-- Charles Gates, son of the late John w.. Gates, and Florence Hopwood were married here tonight at the home of Robert F. Hopwood. The Rev La Gron of Port Arthur, Tex, read the marriage rite. pr. LaGron was a per- sonal friend of the bridegroom's fath- CT and officiated at the request of the dead man. Only close friends of the two families were present. Margaret T. Clemons of Ct. Charles, Minn., was maid of honor She was a college chum of the bride. Wayne Rogue of Detroit was best man. Following the ceremony {. wedding dinner was served to is per- sons
 Immediately after the dinner the bridal couple left on a bridal tour of six weeks terminating this in the west. MT Gates gift to the bride included a rope of pearls, diamond tiara. a large white Indian diamond ring and jewel casket filled with many valuable pieces
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
CAMORR|ST TRIAL
 STILL IN SESSION

Viterbo, Italy, September 27-Lawyer Lloy of the defense occupied the morn- ing session in an attempt to discredit the testimony of Captain Fabroni of the carabineers, who gathered much of the evidence introduced at the trial of the Camorrists for the murder of Gennaro Cuoccolo and his wife.
 Signor Lioy called many witnesses and amplified their testimony with excited re- marks to the jury. He described Fabro- nj as an habtual slanderer, who other wise deliberately injured the reputations of those who refused to testify in accord ance with his wishes.
 There was a sensational incident at the afternoon session which necessitated an adjournment of lhe court, and will result, 1t is expected, in several duels between Captain Fabroni and the law yers. Attorney Pistolosi followed Lioy in an attack upon Fabron The latter was not present in the morning hours, but was in court when the charges against him were reported later in the session.
 Both attorneys declared each had con- cluded he had made false accusations against the defendants and had induced other witnesses otherwise to commit per- jury Fabroni denied every allegation and described his defamers as towards and vllifiers. Tn the heat of his reply he put his hands in pocket and his opponents thought he was drawing a revolver.
 Pandemonium ensued. The lawyers for the defense shrieked insults and the prisoners from their steel cage howled yituperations against Fabroni and the other carabineers. The police were called In to restore order. The sitting was ab- ruptly suspended. Those concerned inti- mated that the quarrel would be set tied on the field of nonor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
Personals

Edward Niles of Los Angeles. Cal. is visiting friends in the city for few days.
 Guy Word is very much improved after his recent illness.
 Mrs. Pitcher was called to Ensley last night by the illness of her daughter, Mrs. Robert Gray.
 MT. Moclls friends will be delighted to hear he has been carried to his home In Woodward after an operation for appen- dicitis at the Robinson hospital.
 The many friends of Herbert and Lewis Milton will regret to know they are no better today.
 The chapter of Royal Arch Masons No. 110 elected three or four candidates last night Special communication is called for next Tuesday night.
 Mrs. Norman Caldwell spent the week. end in Besemer the guests of relatives and friends.
 Evon Stinson, the little son of MT. and Mrs. Stinson. who is suffering from in-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28

graduated the officer of the battleship Republique for his presence of mind in flooding his magazines as soon as he heard the first explosions on the Liberte. The Brennus' commander was censured once for lack of initiative.
 Vice Admiral Bellue landed all ann intuition from all ships. The Liberte carried 150 tons of powder. Five tons were in the forward 4.5 inch gun mag azines and next to a room containing tow, paint and other inflamnables An officer of the Liberte expressed the belief that the fire was smouldering m this storeroom for a long time. It gradually heated the partition of the magazine against which were stacked the S.05 pound shells. When these be- came sufficiently heated they exploded, this lot accounting for the explosions succeeding and preceding the blowing up of the magazines. Ten bodies were taken out of the wreckage. es
 The damage done to the Democartfe by the explosion has been found to be more serious that at first thought and the vessel will be dry d6tked. Divers found a large steam launch sunk be- tween the armored cruiser P. luau and the battleship Massena.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
LIQUOR IS BEING SOLD IN BESSEMER Semmes Memorial Services
 Are Well Attended COTTON SEED SHIPPED Mrs. Harry Upton Dies-AutOmobiles Collide-Mrs. Lacey Is Hostess.
 Personal and General
 News of Bessemer <"

Bessemer, September 27.-(Speciaf.)- The first liquor license issued in Bes- semer was issued to the Taylor Drug company this afternoon between and o'clock, and pr. Taylor began bus mess at once selling quite a quantity of wines and liquors The Lewis Drug company was also issued liquor license this afternoon and 1t is thought they will begin business immediately.
 The city court was very quiet this morning as one case was dismissed and the remaining three cases netted s2.5o from the s11250 assessed.
 A petition for the removal to Unit ed States court of the suit filed by Jim Gere versus Sloss- Sheffield Steel and Iron company was filed in city court this morning.
 The Bessemer fire department had long run this morning about Il o'clock to Exter avenue and Twenty-hfth street. Very little damage was done as the fire was put out before the en- zine could get there.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
HOBBS ADDRESSES
 THE COTTON MEN

Manchester, vt., September 27.-The prosecution of the so-called trusts by the United States government and the present and probable condition of bus mess in general were topics touched upon by Franklin W. Hobbs of Brookline, Mass, president of the National Asso- citation Of Cotton Manufacturers, when he opened the semi-annual session of the association here tonight. The members of the association were heartily welcomed to Vermont by Gov. John A. Meade, and in response R. M. Miller. Jr., of Cha:- lotte, N C., spoke in appreciation of the governors sentiments.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
First Shipment

The first car load of cotton seed iron, the market recently established by P. NJ McNeill in Bessemer was shipped to Birmingham yesterday over the At lanta, Birmingham and Atlantic rail- road.
 The amount of cotton and cotton seed which is being brought into Bessemer by the farmers in this vicinity is in- creasing daily. Cotton brought in and shipped by the Farmers union will be- gin coming in within a few days, which will add materially to the Bes- semer market. The official weigher of the Jefferson County Farmers union will be located in the warehouse. Forty five bales of cotton were weighed at the warehouse on Twentieth street yes terday. The Bessemer merchants are paying good prices for the cotton.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
NO TROUBLE OVER
 FINANCES OF STATE

Montgomery. September 27.-(Spe- cial.)--Governor o'Neil in an interview given out in this city states that he anticipates no material financial em- barrassment for the state beginning with the new fiscal year of October, 1911. The chief executive says that with the s100,000 loan which he. has negotiated with New York house., and with other funds which he finds avail able, he will have no trouble in keep usefulness. A
 Today the convict department turned over to the state auditor $40, ,000, which is about one-third of the amount al- ready paid into the coffers this month.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
CONGRESSMAN DENT
 MAKING SPEECHES

Montgomery, September 27.-(special.)- Congressman s. Hugh Dent of the Sec ond Alabama district is out on hand- shaking tour among his constituents. Tho congressman has been scheduled for a number of speeches. His itinerary will continue through October.
 So far as is known MT. Dent Is su- preme in his district, no candidate hav- ing ventured opposition to him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28

Southern Pacific, employees and the nine crafts composing that of the Illinois Cen tral employees they assert they no longer have any cause for delaying final ac- tion.
 T never have said a strike might be called, said President Kline. 'I do not want to talk about a strike or say any thing that will force the situation"
 T cannot say what we will decide. to do in the event MT. Kruttschnitt does not answer our message" he continued. That will be determined after it becomes known he will not meet us.''
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
MAKE TEST CASE ON COTTON SEED MEAL Methodist Orphanage Is Opened-Car of Cotton
 on Fire

Selma, September 27.-(Special.)-A case instituted to test the rulings of the com missioner of agriculture of Alabama re- garding the tax of 30 cents ton on all cotton seed meal in which theRe is 1h per cent ammonia was made here this morning, when Law Lamar, Jr, was arr rested for violation of this ruling.
 After the arrest of MT. Lamar he was taken before Justice Hefiin Berry and tried and bound over to await the ac- tions of the next grand jury In the amount of slOo. After the decision rem dered by Justice Berry, habeas corpus proceedings were instituted before Judge J. w. Mabry of the city court of Selma.
 When all of the evidence had been in- troduced Judge Mabry took the case un- der advisement. He will very probably render decision tomorrow. In the mean while the attorneys for the defense and the state are preparing briefs, and t mat ters not in whose favor Judge Mabrys decision is rendered. the case will be taken to the supreme court for final decision.
 The ruling of the Commissioner of Az r.culture of a tax of 90 cents a ton on all cottor seed meal containing 71h per cent of ammonia has been widely dis cussed by operators of cotton seed oil mills throughout the state for several weeks past. The final decision in the case which begun here today in regards to this ruling will be awaited with interest throughout the state by those engaged in the cotton seed oil mill industry.
 The arrest of MT. Lamar this morning and his trial was made at the sugges- ton of tho attorney general of Alabama, 1t is understood here.
 At recent meeting of the board of dl- rectors of the Central Alabama Fair as- sociation. 1t was decided to make some important changes in the premium list latter part of October. The changes to be made will prove advantageous 10 those who contemplate exhibitingH their live stock during the approaching fair.
 The formal opening of the Alabama Methodist orphanage here took place this morning and the exercises were attended by a large number of residents as well as friends of the institution from all parts of the state. The principal address of the opening exercises was delivered by Bishop Candler of Atlanta, who reached Selma this morning. The exercises con- sisted of a musical programme rendered by inmates of the orphanage and after the address by Bishop Candler several short addresses were made by different friends of the institution.
 A car of cotton was discovered on fire on the tracks of the Western Railway of Alabama just west of the Dallas com press this morning about 10 o'clock Tho car contained 8 bales and had just reached here from Orrviile and was coh- signed to the compress company. Ten of the bales of cotton besides the box car in which 1t had been loaded were badly damaged by the fire and the loss will amount to several hundred dollarb
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
Mrs. Lacey Hostess

Mrs. Phil Lacey delightfully."- entertain ed the Wednesday Whist club this morn ing at 10:30 o'clock in the parlor of the Grand hotel. The color scheme, pink and green, was carried out in the decorations. There were four tables of whist The score cards were hand pointed, also car rying out the color scheme. The first prize was won by Mrs. Carter, the second by Mrs. Warlick and the consolation by Mrs. Cora Handy. At the close of the games delightful buffet luncheon was served.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
Death of Tom Williams

Tom Williams, S2 years old, died Of old age at his home in Joneseboro yes terday. The funeral services were held at the house this afternoon at 4 o'clock. The remains were carried to Pleasant Valley cemetery for inter- ment, W. T. Kennedy in charge.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
Mir Rays Dance

Jim Ray entertained last night at Q dance in honor of five of his pupils who have finished the course of lessons. Quite crowd enjoyed the hospitality of MT Ray. Punch was served during the even ing and at the close delightful refresh- ments were served. MT. Ray has 2S danc- ing pupils.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
Death of Mrs. Harry Union

Mrs. Harry Upton died of blood poi son yesterday afternoon at her home in Lipscomb after quite an illness. Flu neral services will be held this after noon at the house at o'clock. Inter- ment will take place at Union ceme- tery, Jacobs & Son in charge. The de- ceased is survived by husband and four children.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28

fantile paralysis continues quite ill at his home.
 MT. and Mrs. John Garner leaves today for their home in Arcadia, Fla.
 Miss Jeannie Frasier spent today in Co., rey, the guest of Mrs. Alta Capps.
 Mrs. Stone is the guest of her sister in Woodlawn today.
 Mrs. Eugene Honeycutt is resting well after an operation at Princes infirmary in Birmingham.
 MT. Jim Martin was in the city today on business.
 Mir. Jim Parsons of Arkansas and Mrs. Jones of Oklahoma are visiting MT. and Mrs. J. H. Parsons.
 Miss Jeannie Frazier entertained at dinner last night at the Bon Ton Cafe in honor of MT. and Mrs. Arta Capps. MT Roy Ling was the only other in- vited guest.
 Mrs. J. H. Parsons continues i'll at her. home in Jonesboro.
 T. K. Cochran left today for Birming- ham, where he has accepted a position with the Southern Bell Telephone con- pany.
 MT. and Mrs. P. A. RiplSo of Sylacauga will arrive Saturday to be the guests of MT. and Mrs. Sam Kartus. -s.l
 Misses Corrinne Goldberg and Ida Kar- tus will leave Tuesday for Sylacauga for two weeks visit to relatives
 MT. F. w. Sweeney, from Oklahoma, is in the city visiting friends
 Mrs Jim Horn is quite i'll at her home in Jonesboro.
 The Rev. J. F. Sturdivant is assist ing in a meeting at Odenville this week.
 Miss Lulline Embrey will spend the week end with her sister, Mrs. Moore, on Arlington avenue.
 Fredie Bruns and the little son of pr. and Mrs. Waller were operated on Tues day in Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
Automobiles Collide

The automobiles of Smith Eidge and Mac Clay collided last night near Pow derley The back wheel of MT. Edges machine was damaged a little and the steering gear of MT. Clays put out of commission. MT. Clay took his car on to Powderly. It is thought some mis- chievous boys attempting to run the car ran it into a telephone post. The damage done on Mr. Clay's car will be between $100 and s200.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1911-09-28
Announcements

Adah Rebekah lodge No. IS, Daugh- ters of Rebekah, meets tomorrow night. Myrtle-Linton lodge No. 13O, Knights of Pythias, meets tomorrow night.
 The Christian Workers will meet to- morrow.
 Eastern Star will have box party at the Masonic hall Friday night, Octo- Der 29. Everyone is invited.