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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
ENTHUSIASTIC FOR
 OSCAR UNDERWOOD

Crawford Johnson. president of the Birmingham Coca Cola company who acted as commissary general on the Un- derwood special to Baltimore, returned home yesterday. He is enthusiastic over Mir Underwood and proclaims him a big ger man now than before he blazed the way for a southerner to the White House
 ''The fight that Mir. Underwood put up for the nomination sets out in bold relief the assurance that hereafter southern CT may aspire to the presidency'' said MT. Johnson. "The work of Mir Under wood and his friends from other states goes to show that all sectional lines have hoen destroyed and the time is coming when a gentleman from Alabama may be seated in the White House and direct the affairs of this nation. He certainly is one of America's greatest men,'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
RASCO KILLED BY
 UNKNOWN PERSON Negro Believed to Have
 Killed Ensley Boy
SAW MAN WITH COW
Was Early Morning and Thinking the Negro Had Stolen Cow Called to Him to Halt-Shot in
 Right Side

Arnold Raseo residing at Avenue F and Fourteenth street, Ensley. was killed at 2:3o o'clock yesterday morning by an un- known party, presumably negro. The tragedy happened about 100 yards south of the caf line at Palmer station on Pike avenue. The young man received a load of buck shot In the right side of his stomach, the physicians recovering nine shot. The assassin dashed off down the car line toward Tuxedo junction. ac- cording to the statement of Patrol Driver Altman who was present when the mur- der occurred.
 The story of the tragedy Is to the effect that call came in from Fairview for the patrol wagon and as MT. Altman started to leave the city hall young Ras- co remarked, q think l will go with you" Returning with their prisoner they saw a man coming up Pike avenue driving a COW and they passed him. The circumstances being strange and the hour unusual, young Rasco decided to make an investigation. The wagon was stopped and he called to the man to halt, which he did. but as the young man stepped from around the wagon he received the load of buck shot at close range.
 $ Patrol Driver Altman did not see the shot fired but he quickly jumped to the ground and caught young, Rasco as he was falling Cries for help went up and citizens in the neighborhood responded. The young man was carried to a nearby porch and doctors called. He was later rushed to the hospital. An examination showed that he was fatally wounded and at o'clock yesterday morning he died, surrounded by his parents and family.
 Rasco was about IS years of age. He was doing special police duty for the Tidewater Electric railway company. He spent considerable time around the city hall where he was well liked and where he assisted the officers considerably.
 The identity of tho murderer is as great a mystery as has confronted the police in some time. They are at loss for clue to begin on. It has been learned since the shooting, that the COW belonged to a man who lives at Jones' boro, below Bessemer. The tragic death of the young man has completely over come his parents. The body of young Rasco will be sent to ureenville, Ala today and the interment made there in the old family burial grounds.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
JIM. JETEROF GENEVA STRANGELY MISSING Relatives of Cashier of Citi- zens Bank Alarmed.
 Accounts Correct

Atlanta. Ga, July 4.-(Special) )-Rela- tives of J. M. Jeter of Geneva, sAla., for 20 years cashier of the Citizens bank of that place. tonight appealed to the news papers of Georgia and Alabama. to assist them in finding some trace of him.
 MT. Jeter was last seen at Warm Springs Ga, on the nightsof June r. He started to walk to the depot, a mile dis tant, and said that he intended to go to Macon on business and then to Atlanta. He had more than $3000 in currency at the time. It is feared that he met with foul play. MT. Jeter is 60 years of age; about five feet six inches ip height. weighs 15o pounds; has dark hair and eyes and wears glasses to read
 The accounts of the Citizens bank are absolutely correct, it is stated The Jeters are among the most prominent people of southeastern Alabama, and there is much interest in the mystery of MT. Jeters dis appearance. A liberal reward is offered for information concerning MT. Jeter's present whereabouts, and every news paper reader Is urged to enter the con- test. Should he be found his bank will give further information.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05

in the cotton states during the past 24 hours, but readings are still somewhat below the normal in most sections. Temperatures ran high today in the north Atlantic states, a reading of e4 degrees having been reported from Bos- ton.
 cured in the arid southwest and as far east as Texas.
 While conditions will not be entire ly settled in Alabama Friday, there is a better prospect for clearing weather than has been noted for some days past. Summary of observations made at United States weather bureau stations, July 4:
 Ternu'ture
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
TO KILL
 MAY SIGNIFICANT

Hong Kong, China. July 1.-The at tempted assassination yesterday of Sir Francis Henry May. the newly appointed governor of Hong Hong. is regarded as possessing some political significance. The would-be murderer was formerly hos- pital dispenser in this place He said this forenoon that he regretted that he had missed his aim. He said he wanted to Kill the governor because the colonial government of Hong Kong had stopped the circulation of Chinese copper coins on British territory and he interpreted this action as directed against China.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
B. Y. P. U. HOLDS
 PATRIOTIC SERVICE

Toledo, O., July A patriotic service occupying the forenoon session was the principal feature of the first days ses- sion of the international convention of the Baptist Young Peoples Union of the United States and Canada, which opened here today. Rev. Russell Conwell of Philadelphia delivered the address at this meeting.
 The board of managers report con tained the recommendation that workers in various sections of the International field may undertake work Independently of the international committee as may seem necessary for the advancement of their subsequent need but the work need not interfere with the specific interna- tional fellowship campaign.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
BeSSener News

Bessemer, July 4.-(Special )-This
 morning about s:30 o'clock north
 bound freight on the Southern railroad was wrecked at Mobile Junction, at
 Jonesboro, eight of the 20 cars going into the ditch, or were thrown across the track A negro house on the side
 of the track was struck by one of the
 cars and was demolished, although no | one was injured. Two white brakemen jumped and were bruised, while negro trainman Is believed to be under the wreck, as he has not been found, since the wreck.
 Yesterday Joshua, a negro employed at the Fossil mines was shot and killed, but all efforts to find the as- sailant proved futile this morning. The wounded negro was carried from Eos | sll to Feeders, where he died. The Myrtle-Iinton Lodge No 1So, Knights of Pythias. held it's regular meeting tonight and the following oR- l ficers were installed: Bush Riley chan oellor commander; T. E. Adams, vice
 chancellor; lI. l.. Asberry, prelate; E.. P. Huey, master at arms; William Hardy. master of work F. P. Johnson, keeper of records and seal c. T. Cook, master of eXchequer; F. F. Dlffey, in- ner guard; John s. Randle. outer guard.
 The musicale given at the First
 Presbyterian church tonight was de-
 cided success. The selections given by
 the double quartet were very much on
 joyed. The violin solos by Mrs. Marks
 Smith, as well as the vocal selections by Mrs. w. B. Rue, Mrs. Benedict Bosh- witz and Mir. owen Gillespie were all very highly appreciated by the large audience. A neat sum was realized
 which will go towards the pipe organ fund.
 Ellis Betts, 57 years of age, one of the best known and most popular citi-
 zens of the McCalla noighborhood, died suddenly at Sprin ngville yesterday aft
 ernoon at 1 o'clock MT. Betts has been engaged in the sawmill business for several years and was at work when the stroke came that caused his death. The body was brought to Bes-
 semer this morning and taken to the es-
 tablishment of Jacobs Ss Son. The de- | ceased is survived by widow, three
 sons and five daughters, all nearly
 grown. The funeral will take place Fri
 day afternoon at o'clock at the Pleas
 ant Hill Methodist church with the Rev. J. F. Sturdivant in charge of the ser vices. Interment will be made at Pleas ant Hill cemetery, with Jacobs x Son
 in charge.
 A. H. Wilson, a white man, charged with forging several checks in and l around Bessemer was arrested at
 Helena today by Deputy Sheriff Roy
 and brought to this city. where he was
 placed in the city jail. He Is alleged
 to lNve forged a check on the Martin Furniture company.
 1 The United Confederate Veterans will hold thcirs regular meeting Saturday ! morning at II o'clock at the city hall | All of the veterans and as many of the
 daughters as will come are invited to be present to discuss the county reunion
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
Local Data
Weather Conditions

Birmingham, July 4.-G p. m)- Barometric conditions are practically unchanged since Wednesday and the same unsettled weather exists in the southeastern states, although the rain area was somewhat smaller and amounts apparently diminishing. An ex- tensiye rain area occupies the north western portion of the central valleys and portion of the upper lake region and the middle Rocky mountain states, a condition induced by the prevailing low pressure conditions in the western states and the easterly winds from the lakes incident thereto.
 A slight temperature rise took place
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
NAPPPS CONCERT
 MUCH ENJOYED

Nappis band was in fine form last night when it gave the first concert of the sum mer series in Capitol park. It will be heard every week night from to 10 o'clock and every Sunday afternoon.
 All the numbers on the programme at the initial performance were applauded. One of the most heartily enjoyed num- bers was MT. Nappi's cornet solo with band accompanment. Rossins .Inflam- matus' The soloist was forced to respond 10 an encore.
 Owing to the threatening weather the crowd at the park was not as large as il otherwise would have been, but it was by no means small.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
CARRIERS INDORSE
 THE PARCELS POST

Atlanta, July 1.-The establishment of parcels post was indorsed by more than POO members of the Georgia Rural Free Delivery carriers in their convention here today. The session will last two days. A discussion at the afternoon con ference, was large portion of the mem bers favored the use of the buggy and old "Hayburn" in preference to the motorcycle or auto, in covering their routes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05

H. Mackenzie Montgomery, 1o5 vs. Fred Fisk. Montgomery. 1o8
 H. c. Crenshaw Montgomery, Ill vs. w. M. Williams. Montgomery, no.
 D. F. StalSely, Montgomery, 105 vs J. D. Crump, Macon, Ill.
 F. A. Douglass. Columbus, 10s vs Cliff Lanier, Montgomery, 106.
 The tournament Is expected to end Sat- urday afternoon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
SECOND
 TRIAL OF ALLEN

Wytheville, Va, July 4-The second trial of Claude Allen was resumed this morning. the juror whose sudden illness brought the case to halt yesterday having recovered sufficiently to take his place in the jury box.
 Six witnesses were examined today. all of them being subjected to severe cross examination in an effort to have them change statements made at the former trial of the defendant. when he was found guilty of second degree murder.
 All of them stuck to their testimony as originally given. The chief witness today was Clark Gould of Carroll county.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
KERENS SELLS. HIS
 INTERESTS IN TIMES

St Louis. July 4.--Richard c. Kerens. his holdings in the German-American Press association which published the St Louis Times, to Edward l.. Pretorious and others. according to MT. Pretorious, who said MT. Kerens stock was valued ap- proximately at s500,000
 Diplomatic duties keep MT. Kerens from St. Louis so that heS could not convent ently look after his Interests. it was &fated
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
SMITH CANDIDATE
 MAY ENTER FIELD
Georgia Gubernatorial Race
 Becomes Interesting
HARDWICK OR FIELDER
Both Brown and Smith Men Will Get Behind Wilson and Do All in Their Power to Bring About
 Election of Wilson

Atlanta. July 4.-(Special.) )-There will naturally be some speculation as to what affect the nominations of Governor Wood TOW Wilson for President on the demo- cratic ticket will have upon the political situation in Georgia.
 There are two aspects of 1t, according to political gossip around the capitol. The Holse Smith forces in Georgia backed Governor Wilson and lost out in the state primary; but Wilson has won in the na- tional convention.
 There are those who profess to be- iieve that this action of the Baltimore convention is practically certain to mean Hoke Smith candidate in the field for governor.
 If they are correct in this view, the next question is will it be Hardwcl1 or Fielder? Congressman T. W. Hardwick went over to Baltimore and gave 1t out that he might announce for governor. The im- mediate conclusion was that he would await the action of the national conven- ton and if Wilson should be nominated, he would announce. That eventually has come, and the final word from MT. Hard wick is awaited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
ASK PARDON FOR
 MORGAN SEALS

Cincinnati, July 4.-fSpecial.) )-Commis- Birmingham, Ala. today asked Mayor Henry T. Hunt in a letter, to aid in ob- taining a pardon for Morgan B. Seals, one of the two men serving 15 years sem tence in the state penitentiary for as- saulting Abe Levine. pawn broker. here two years ago.
 Seals is said to be connected with a prominent family in the southern city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
ATLANTIC FLEET
 ORDERED NORTH

Key West. July 4.-Rear Admiral Bradley A. Fiske received orders today for the Atlantic fleet, comprising the battleships Georgia, New Jersey and Ne braska, now in port. to proceed north at once. The battleships will leave port tomorrow. The Nebraska arrived from Guantanamo today to take on coal.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
ALABAMA MAN IS
 HURT IN CHICAGO

Chicago, July .7.-c. w. Stansell, said to be a wealthy lumber dealer from Alabama, fell or jumped from window of his room on the third floor of a down. town hotel today, and was seriously in- jured. His fall was checked when he struck a glass canopy at the first floor. Crashing through the glass he fell to the sidewalk. He was unconscious when picked up.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
Military Aviator Killed

Bucharest, Rumania, July 4.--Lieutenant Caranda, an officer of the Rumanian army and well known military aviator, was instantly killed this morning by fall from heighteof 300 feet while mak- ing flight overfthe local aerodrome.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
Alexander City Wins

Alexander City. July 4.-(Special.)- Alexander City defeated Waverley in a closely contested game here today be- fore the largest crowd of the season. II was pitchers battle from start to fin ish. Score: R.H .E Waverley .4 .s 100 O0l 00O--2 , Q Alexander City 002 coo 10s-3
 Batteries: Afckenney and Laundrums Bell aud Arnold. Umpire, Smith.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
Weather Forecast

Washington, July 4.-Forecast for Alabama and Mississippi: Local show CTS Friday and probably Saturday
 Georgia Local showers Friday and Saturday.
 Tennessee: Fair west, showers east portion Friday; Saturday showers, cool CT west portion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
THEFT OF SOUTHERN
 BONDS CHARGED
MT. Bowron States Peter J. Elliot Had No Connection With Local
 Offices

New York, July 4-Peter J. Elliot who was employed as assistant treasurer in the reorganization of the Southern Iron and Steel company, and who has been missing since November last. was arrest ed here today charged with the iarcency of s40,00o in southern iron and steel bonds. He was an accountant for firm engaged in carrying out the reorganization plans and as such handled the securities. When arrested he refused to discuss the alleged theft.
 James Bowron, president of the Southern Iron and Steel com pany. stated last night that the MT. Eia Hot referred to above was not connected with the leeal office in any way whatever. Mir. Bowrcn said:
 Although Mr. Elliot held the title of assistant treasurer he, in reality, had nothing whatever to do with the affairs of the company. He was a New York man and was a representative of our auditors, Warwick, Mitchell S Co.,, and in that capacity attended the meetings of the executive committee and kept the minutes of their proceedings. He handled no business of tho company and was in no way connected with the local offices. I do not wish to say anything about tho charge against him"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
Yuan Will Get Money

Peking, China. July 4.-1t was reported here today that group of Peking finan ciers proposed to advance to President Yuan Shi Kai a loan of $5O,o00,0O0 with out any conditiont concsrning foreign su. pcrvision.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
GREENv|LIE: ELECTS
 MEAT INSPECTOR Dr. J. M. Luke Chosen by
 Council Wednesday GALA FOURTH OF JULY City Thronged-yarious Athletic
GALA FOURTH OF JULY
City Thronged-Yarious Athletic Eyents-Feature of Day is Parade of Handsome Floats and
 Other Vehicles

Greenvile, July 4-(special.)-A called meeting of the city council was held last night at the council chamber. The pur- pose of this meeting was to elect city meat inspector. Dr. J. NIL Luke was elected for the office. All meats sold in the city undergo a thorough inspection be- fore it will be permitted to be placed on the market.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
End Opposition Talk

The other view of the outcome of the Baltimore convention is that it will end the opposition talk in the Georgia gov ernorship race.
 However, Georgians may struggle among themselves, the state is notably democratic. They always get together when it comes to supporting the party nominee. Given the opportunity, both the Joe Brown men and the Hoke Smith men will get back of Governor Wilson and do all in their power to bring about his election.
 The question is can they do this, or even anything, in this direction, If they spend themselves in internal dissensions and bitter party strife at home. If Georgia refuses to engage in an active partisan struggle at home, there will be avail able both speakers and funds for the na- tienal fight, and Georgia has proven that she can cut an important figure in na- tional contests.
 There are many who believe that this aspect of the situation will result in a quietus upon the talk of state opposition which, it is now realized by politicians who have given any thought to the situa- tion, would have no other effect than that of stirring up local strife along the same old lines.
 Looking at the situation from this standpoint. it is regarded that Georgia now has a splendid opportunity to cure old sores at home as well as to assist in making a democratic President.
 Whether this view will prevail or op- position from the Smith faction will be forthcoming, the next few days will de- velop.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
Fielder Anxious to Run

But in the meantime it may be asked, What about Attorney General T. s. Eel der? MT. Fielder is anxious to run and hisP friends are at work on a plan of campaign. One thing is certain--both he and Hardwiek cannot get in the race; they would simply cut each other s throats.
 MT. Fielder has stated that if he ran he would not be the candidate of the Hoke Smith faction, but candidate upon his own record. In view of all the facts, 1t is difficult to see how he could be anything else except the candidate of the Smith faction. with which he has all ways been aligned, and from which, alone, he could reasonably expect support.
 If there , Is to be an opposing candi- date 1t appears 1t must now be one of these two, and the entrance of either one of them would undoubtedly be con- strued as meaning that there was going to be a fight on the part of Senator Hoke Smith and his followers, whether the senator himself took an active part in it or not. He has stated that he would hold aloof from local politics this year, but he will be forced to give his moral support to either one of the fore going, should either of them enter the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
Gala Fourth

The city is thronged with many tnou- sand visitors. The crowds are enjoying the various forms of amusements which go to make up an ideal Fourth. There Is a jolly crowd and all seem to be having the time of their lives. Many kinds of prizes being awarded to each of the win ners.
 Greenville Rifle company was out in full marching order, giving Q perform snce drill including manual of arms, salutes, etc.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
Crowd Record Breaker

The crowd was record breaking one for Greenvile Never before in the his- tory of the city has there been a larger crowd. The crowd began to grow early in the day and every train brought many coaches loaded with fun seekers. The crowd is estimated as between 10.- GOO and 12,000 people.
 The water battle between two of the companies Of the Greenville fire depart- ment was an interesting contest and drew tho attention of the whole crowd
 P. w. Hodges Orator
 The speaker of the occasion was P. w. Hodges of Montgomery. MT. Hodges is we'll known in Butler county and when 1t was learned that he was to be the speaker of the occasion many people began to gather about the speakers stand His ad- dress was filled with eloquence and one that was greatly enjoyed.
 Everything was a success and the day has proven to be a great one, and 1t has been big advertising medium for the city.
 Prominent Visitors s
 Among the visitors from Montgom- cry was Secretary Bruce Kennedy of the Montgomery Commercial club. Mr. Kennedy was greatly impressed at the progressiveness of the city, and rpoke words of praise to the Greenville Com mercial, club, who are the promoters of the celebration. As to the parade MT. Kennedy stated that 1t was one of the most complete and beautiful ones he has ever witnessed, one that was a credit to any city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05
Magnificent Floats

The feature of the day was the grand parade of gorgeous floats, automobiles, carriages beautiful horses, and military The floats were magnificent works of art, being emblematic of the different manufacturing. mercantile, and farming industries, and the lodges of the city. These floats were filled with ladies and children. The parade was led by the king and queen of the day. The royal carriage was halted at the stand for the royalty, who reviewed the procession.
 Dancing was indulged in all during the day on a mammoth stage on the cam pus of the Greenvlle high school. Con- fetti battles were numerous all during Ho
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05

The United Confederate Veterans will hold their. regular meeting Saturday morning at Il o'clock at the city hall. All of the veterans and as many of the daughters as will come are invited to be present to discuss the county reunion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-07-05

| A. H. Wilson, white man, charged with forging several checks in and around Bessemer was arrested at Helena today by Deputy Sheriff Roy and brought to this city. where he was placed in the city jail. He Is alleged to lAve forged a check on the Martin Furniture company.