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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
OMINOUS RISE IN
 THE FLOOD WATERS
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 that those on the west bank had made threats of cutting the levee on the east bank, and those or the west bank have heard rlimors of similar threats from the opposite shore.
 Volunteers guarding the east levees are confronted with the Opelousas company of the National guard. One report flashed like wildfire over the district. The call for volunteers was responded to with promptness of the history of the section. Farmers appeared with rifles and shot guns. They reported in almost incred' ible briefness for duty as sentries According to dispatches received from Melville during the night one armed de- tachment boarded train at Fordoche, 10 miles east of Melville. and urged the conductor to let them off at the east end of the river bridge. When asked about their mission and apparent haste, one replied:
 .''rhe fellows on the west side have threatened to wreck out levees, and we're going to see to it that they don't" Citizens of Melville assert that the re- ports of cutting levees are without foun- dation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
Misunderstanding Cleared Up

New York, April 27.--An apparent misunderstanding between the White Star line offices in this city and those in Halifax as to the arrangements for the shipment of victims bodies was cleared up tonight. it Is believed, by messages sent from the line officials here to their Halifax representatives. There was no indication in the state ment made by the Halifax agents of ihe line tonight that the company in tended to bear the expense of forward inS bodies from that city, although ll eviously there had been general UT derstanding to this effect.
 To clear up any misapprehensions on this score explicit instructions were tolegraphed tonight to Halifax from the line offices here, 1t was announced, that the bodies of all victims of the Ti- tanic disaster brought to Halifax were to be forwarded to such places as rei- atives might designate at the expense of the White Star line.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
United States Is Ready

Washington, April 27.--The United States, through the state department. today indicated it's willingness to par ticipate in an annual conference for promoting the safety of ocean travel After consideration of the letter of Count Bernstorff, the German ambas- sador, to the state department several days ago in which Germany proposed such conference. Secretary of State Knox replied that this government was ready to aid in any manner possible in the international regulation of travel at sea with a view to further safe guarding human life,
 As the United States has made known that 1t is willing to participate in such n conference 1t Is now probable, sald Assistant Secretary Huntington W.- son today. that Germany will take the lead in establishing a conference of this kind. After Count Bernstorf com nunicates the reply of the state de- partment to his home government Ger many undoubtedly will formulate plans for a meeting In tho near future.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28

Montgomery, April 27.-lSpecial.)-The public schools of Alabama will, on next Friday. May g. celebrate bird day. The state department of education has sent out to nearly all the teachers of the state copies of the bird day book, which was prepared by John H. Wallace, Jr., fish and game commissioner, with the sugges- ton that tie programme as outlined in the pamphlet be carried out as nearly as possible
 The celebration Is usually held on the anniversary of the birth of John James Audubon which is on May f. but in- asmuch as that day comes this year on Saturday, the educational department has designated Friday for the celebration of bird day.
 According to Superintendent of Educa- ticn Henry J. Willingham interest in the observance of bird day in Alabama has steadily increased in recent years, and he thinks that practically every school in the state will observe next Fri day in honor of the souths great ornl- biologist and bird lover.
 The programme that will probably be
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
CHARGES AGAINST MISSISSIPPI
 STATE OFFICIALS GROUNDLESS

find that instead of any of the furniture. fixtures or appliances about the state house having been appropriated for pri- vate use that it has been exceptionally we'll cared for and every piece or item thereof accounted for
 John Stallings refused to come before the commission. He was a star witness before the senate committee and his tes- timony was garbled and misconstrued in that report to the governor. The com mission directs a note to him advising that he will be heard at any time dur ing the next week. and an invitation ex- tended to any others who desire to testify one way or the other.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28


 Orozco points to the vast amount of foreign capital invested in Mexico which he pledges himself to protect as well as to stop all bloodshed and disorder He declares i've do not want dntervention' we must not have Intervention We should not permit, therefore, conditions to prevail which in any sense afford just t-cause for intervention The idea of intervention on the part of any for eign government is appalling; it means bur ultimate loss of independence the downfall of our republic, as well as oi hundreds of thousands of lives sacrl- feed and hundreds of millions of dollars of property destroyed"
 Orozco refers with pride to the present conditions in the state or Chihuahua and which he promises soon will pre- vail in the newly acquired territory Of Sinaloa He condemns destruction of property, footing of the treasury and provocation of international difficulties The conduct of Madero is said by Orozco to demonstrate his weakness of charac- ter and willingness to antagonlze the well meaning people of the republic. He' should therefore. be turned out at the earliest possible moment. continues the proclamation, which winds up With a declaration of the intention of the revo- lutionary party, after restoring peace to recccnize the administration and put at the head of the government man who is the free choice of the people
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
Wilson in Massachusetts

Springfield. Mass. April 27.-Goyer- nor Wilson of New Jersey wound up a day of campaigning in Massachusetts with speeches here and at Holyoke to- night. At both meetings he was ac- corded an enthusiastic reception. Speak ing of the recall of judges MT. Wilson said:
 'I am absolutely opposed to the req call of judges but I am not surprised that the question has become a vital one because if you will face the facts seu will find that in many common Mcalths of this nation the judiciary is controlled by party interests. that they do not administer justice according 10 law but safeguard special interests. If you go to one of our states, the namo of which will not mention you will find that one person selected all of the judges on the supreme bench.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28

fine lingerie dresses. This lot Mon- day only, all colors and white md black.
 For s1.o5, all of our s3.s5 and $4.5o silk messaline and lingerie waists. These are beautiful garments, noth- ing like them ever been on sale In this city.
 s9.95 will buy here a ladies or misses opera or street long coat, ladies' or misses white, tan, navy or black serge coat suit. or a ladies' fine silk, satin or messaline dressy dress, worth S20.00. Don't ignore this grand bargain For 5000 we will sell you s2o win ter coat suit, in serges, corduroy or cloth, only of them.
 For s1.O0, choice of 25 children's long winter coats, some caraculs In this lot, all worth S6 each. We don't want to pack them.
 For 25c, choice of our 40c ladies', misses. childrens and mems gauge hose and sox. In white, tan, brown, grays, blues and black.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
Prepare for Break

Baton Rouge, La, April 27.-Capt. J. A. Logan, II. S. A.. arrived here today and will establish an emergency sup DIV depot to be ready to extend aid to any section south of the Red river should break in the levees occur.
 Six thousand rations were forward eG from here today to the mayor of Marksville.
 A nicely furnished house that had been lifted from it's foundations by the high water of the Mississippi at some point north of here was stopped here today while floating down the stream.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
SUMMARY OF THE
 POLITICAL NEWS
 OF THE CAMPAIGN
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addressed a letter to former President Roosevelt challenging him to joint de- bate in this state, the city and day 10 be named by Colonel Roosevelt.
 The colonel. 1t is said. intends to stump the state in the interest of Edward Per ", republican candidate for United States senator.
 Ml Haskell in his letter.. assures Col onel Roosevelt that he bears no personal malice toward him notwithstanding the occurrences of the past" Believing that the former President made the incor- rect statements" concerning him fin the heat of the campaign.
 Colonel Roosevelt and Mir Haskell were parties to a bitter controversy during the presidential campaign of 1908.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
Split in Louisiana

New Iberia. La. April 27.-As a result of split here today in the Third con gressional district republican convention two separate meetings were held and each faction selected delegates to the Chicago national convention instructed for President Taft. The Loziel-Hebeft faction selected as delegates Reuben H. Brown of Iberia and E. J. Rodriguez Of Assumption, and that headed by Henry N. Parr, candidate for governor four years ago, chose Judge Taylor Beattle of La Fourche and Jules Godchaux of Eermillion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
hdxices Are Measuring

Washington. April 27.--Reassuring advices were received at the state de- partrnent today from Mexican points, Americans in Los Mochis and Esper- anza Sonora. wherc serious conditions< were reported several days ago. are said to be safe.
 It is from this point that Americans will he taken by the army transport Buford, The Yadui Indians are re- ported to have duicted down. Tranquil conditions are said to exist at Saltilo. Coahuila. and I-luvis de Orc in Durango Cnly rumors have como to the state de- partment that Great Britain would s0i warship to the west coast of Mexico.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
HALIFAX AWAITS
 TITANIC'S DEAD
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flax tonight and will inspect the long lines of bodies on the pier with the hope of finding that of the major. His body has not been reported as re- covered.
 A wireless message from the Mackay- Bennett received tonight at the Cam pcrdown station said that the ship was approximately 3S0 miles from Halifax at 6 D. m. This reckoning should bring her here about daylight on Monday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28

Der of board of trade officials and law. yers are already here with subpoenas to serve on members of the Titancs crew. They have with them typists to expedite the taking of dispositions. and will con duct preliminary Investigation to ascer- tain the most desirable witnesses to testi- fly before Lord Merzy's court.
 The most elaborate precautions have been taken to prevent Interviewing of survivors. for whose accommodating a huge dormitory has been fitted up on the Great Western docks, from which news paper reporters will be excluded. But while admitting that they intend to do their utmost to persuade the survivors not to talk with newspaper men the board of trade officials acknowledge that they have no legal power to detain them on the dock premises after getting their depositions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
West Coast Quiet

Tuscon. Ariz., April 27.-Cuican prac- tically ruined and Topic severely battered. the west coast of Mexico today was re- ported at the offices of the Southern Pa- cifc of Mexico, to be free from war for the first time in several weeks. Topic could not be heard from, the wires having been cut at Preside.
 Advices from Mazatlan confirm earlier reports that Morales and Guerrero, rebel leaders in the assault on Tepic, were wounded seriously.
 Looting at Culiacan continues. practi- cally all business houses and many pri- vate residences being ransacked.
 The gunboat Guerrero arrived at Mazat- Ian from Guaynas this morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
MT. and Mrs. LaFollette Speak

Los Angeles. Cal, April 27-Senator LaFollette opened theHecond day of his southern California tour today with an address before the men law students of the University of Southern California.
 Mrs LaFollette spoke before the wom- en students of the same department.
 Senator LaFollette reiterated the state mont that he would go into the repub lican national convention holding the bal ance of power and that unless Taft or Roosevelt were nominated on the first ballot the nomination certainly would fall to him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28

For 5oc you can buy choice of all our 75c and s100 shirtwaists with Dutch or high neck, for soc.
 For 05c we will sell you choice of all our s1.75 and $2.00 Hidergrade and Heatherbloom petticoats for 95c.
 Fer 9Sc, choice of about 15 dozen lingerie and pure linen shirtwaists, regular S1.50 to s2.OO, style right up to the minute.
 25c. choice of 30 dozen ladies' and mems silk hose, been selling at 45c. Examine this bargain closely. It can't be matched in this city.
 For S3.95 you are offered choice of all our s750 navy. black and gray serge or allover embroidered white dresses. Fit guaranteed. This line of dresses should appeal to any per son contemplating purchasing a dress at double this price, as they were made to sell at sf0.
 For S4.95 you will find here all of our $10 and s12.50 silk, linen and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
Speaks at Worcester

Worcester Mass. April 27.-Gov Woodrow Wilson waged his campaign here today. The nominations of can didates fo~ the presidency has a sig. nificancc which cannot be easily exag geratcd' he said. If it engenders per scnal animus; if it divides the party siato factions. it win .embarrass ever subsequent process of our politics The Held of politics is strangely broken end confused park.
 Tt is absolutely necessary 10 draw tine scattered forces of Intelligent pub lie spirited men together into sin gle. efficient. cooperative organization.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28

The Cilee club of the University of Ala bama will appear at the Country club on Monday night and present an un- usually fine programme which will be followed by a dance.
 The affair is under the auspices of the Music Study club and promises to be one of the events of the season. MT. Byrd Haley. a popular member of the Glee club. and Miss Virginia White, a Birmingham girl. will lead the grand march, and will be assisted by MT. C. M. A. Rogers of Gainesville and Miss Lucy Lyman Powell.
 The programme will be:
 PART Here's to the Colors of Crimson White ......................,.... .Ludebuehl
 GVords by V. H. Bell, 05) Medley of College Songs....... Atkinson Quartet-Pale in the Amber West. Parks MT. Haley. Mr.. Rogers. MT. Poynor, MT. Pitts.
 The Good and the Bad Little Boy. Rich Rome, the Old Boatman. Homer
 MT. Rogers Negro Medley. ..............t.......S .Shatbuck Harbor of Love .......................B Blake
 MT. Poynor Beautiful Doll ........,.............St .Stoner
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
Primaries in Delaware

Wilmington. Del. April 27.--Demo- cratic primaries were held in the three counties of Delaware today to elect delegates to the state conVeh- ticn at Dover next Tuesday. This con ycntion will elect six delegates to the national convention.
 There was no contest in Newcastle county, which includes the city of Will mington and practically none in Sus- sex but in Kent county there was ta.tle between the Clark and Wifson forces. only scattering returns had been received up to late hour to- night.
 Before the state convention meets the delegates from each county will meet In separate caucuses and select two na- t:onal delegates and the convention will vote on that as q whole.
 The best information to be had IS that the convention will probably not instruct the delegates,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
Situation StilI Crave

Washington. April 27.--The flood situa- tion in the Mississippi valley south of Memphis still remains very serious. So far as the transportation of the malls Is concerned Reports to Postmaster Gen eral Hitchcock from various, representa- tiyes of the railway mail service indicate that in many sections it will not be possible to re-establish regular mail serv- lca within 30 days at least some time ago the Postmaster General directed that temporary mail service by boat be estab- lished wherever possible and in view of continued serious conditions, he has s- sued instructions that the order be ex- tended.
 Interruptions in handling mall as a result of the floods have been more se- rious than at any time in the history of the postal service
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28

of charge all packages of clothing and other supplies for the flood sufferers in the Mississippi valley. It was requested that all boxes be plainly marked and addressed to the agent of the Red Cross or Associated Charities at the point of destination. There has been an urgent demand for supplies of all kinds for the victims in the vast flooded areas along the Mississippi, and the company, it is stated, will do all in it's power to facili- tate the work of relief.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28

western railroad today declaring coal to be contra aband of war and demanding that the railroad decline 10 handle "a single lump of it. The order swas received by the Mexican consub E. c. Horente and by him given to MT Ferris It is said that President Madero also notified the government at Washington.
 The Mexican Northwestern, which runs through Jaurez, Pearson and Madera to Chihuahua, is the only line now operating through Chihuahua which has a terminus in Fl Paso. The Mexican Central is under rebel control and it's northern terminus is at Juarez. Much of the coal trans ported is said to have fallen into the hands of the rebels who have used 1t tot run trains and for other purposes. It is said that many of the largest industries of the state of Chihuahua will have to close within two weeks if new supplies of fuel are not forthcoming
 The treasury of the rebels is to be re- plenished by $220000 gold by an arrange ment between Gen, Luis Terrazas, General Orozco and an American cattle buyer. Forty head of Terrazas cattle have been sold to the American. who agreed to pay Arozca S5 per head tax.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28

IT is too late to unite the warning elements of the republican party. pna the democratic party can make ltsell tho center and instrument of all these absent forces by exercising its own juries.
 The democratic party ought not to tolerate any man who injects bitter ness Into it's own debates The busi- ness men of this country are, rank and file, willing to trust the demo era tic party. Our task is one of pooling and concentrating the free-thlnkihs forces of the United States.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
PATRON OF NEEDY COLLEGES
 DIES AT ADVANCED AGE

He began giving money to needy col- lcges in 1888 and in sums ranging from s1 ,oO0 to $495,O0O disposed of more than S5,000,0 ,000 His last gift he said, left him comparatively poor with an income sufficient alone to keep him from want
 At the age of 91 years pr. Pear sons gave up a lifelong use of tobacco, making, he said, remuneration of the ps ssion for "eonscientious reasons. Dr. Pearsons was born in Bradford, Vt. He began practicing medicine in 1S42. Coming to Illinois in 1857 he made a fortune in buying and selling illinois farm lands. He was a Chicago alder mar in 1885. He gave money to col icgess of the middle west and to others in middle Tennessee, eastern Georgia and South Carolina. sst
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
Wants Coal Shipments Stepped

President Madero was served on General
 Manager Ferris of the Mexican North
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
The American Cloak X Suit Co.
 1910 THIRD AVENUE

1910 is the number of our store, formerly the Var lev Bauman Clothing store just half block of 18th street. and on rd avenue Don forget the number this will be our week of Bargain Sales We have selected just eleven extraordinary grand bargains for this special event
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
Lapland Arrives Today

Plymouth April e7.--The steamship Lap land, with survivors of the Titanic aboard. Is expected here tomorrow. A large num-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
Will Garry Clothing Free

Atlanta. April a7,--Announcement was made by the Southern Express company here tonight that they will carry free
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28

Chicago, April 27,-Dr. Daniel Kim ball Pearsons, 92 years old, who in recent years gave more than s5.oOo,Ooo to small colleges, died early today In a sanitarium at Hinsdale, compara- lively a poor man. For several days he had been sinking, patient in T sanitarium where he maintained him self on an income of s5000 per year, paid him by college to which ne naa contributed s250,0oo on the condition that he would be given per cent of that amount for the remainder of his life.
 It was MT. Pearsons who declared that "giying away money was a great CT sport than baseball and more fun than any other form of entertainment
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-28
FIRST SPECIFIC
 APPEAL FOR AID

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Do Not Want Intervention

the purpose of protecting their lives and
Pine Bluff daily graphic. (Pine Bluff, Ark.) 1893-1942, 1912-11-16
STILL HAD A POINT TO MAKE
Domestic Difficulties Being Settled,
Woman insisted Upon One 9th
err Understanding.

A colorea couple was taken before
The Juvenile court and against the
man was plac I'd the charge of neg
!ecting his children. Judge Taylor
gave advice as to what should be done
TO strengthen out the family trouble
so the couple could continue 70 live
together and support the children.
"You are earning So a week, and
have three children to support on
that said the judge. 'tIt is evident
that you must cut your expenses down
as lo'v as possible. You are paying
for piano by installments. You will,
have TO stop that, for people in your
circumstances can't afford to have
piano.
You must leave the house you are
living in and move to a smaller one
with lower rent. You ought not to
pay over S. or Sc month for rent"
The mother objected to this, saying
that she could not live in a respecta
BILE neighborhood under such condi.
tons.
The Judge found that they belonged
60 different churches, and be advised
that the wife join the husbands
church. He added that it was proper
that the husband hold the purse
strings.s After. many other difficulties
had been smoothed over the case; was
continued two weeks to give the new
methods a trial. The couple left, but
at the door the woman turned to the
Judge and said:
dat will be All right, but All must
insist dat he pinch his mouf an stop
,alking about me".-IIdianapolis News