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Evening journal., 1912-05-25
"STAFF AND
LINE" FEUD
UP TO HOUSE
BY The United Press.

by Inc lnlieu Press.
WASHINGTON, May 25-The staff
and line" feud. long source of dis
sension in the War Department, reach
ed the House today bitter fight
was promised by Major General
Leonard Woods supporters against
that provision In the army bill agreed
upon In conference between the
House and Senate, which would legls-
late Wood out of his job as chief OF
staff. The section provides that no
officer shall be eligible for chief of
staff unless he has served ten years
with troops prior TO his appointment
as a brigadier general. General Wood
is one OF the few high army officers
whom this provision would debar.
representative Hay. chairman OF the
House army committee and one OF
the conferees, Is a close friend of for
mer Adiutant General f. G. Aims
worth arch-enemy OF Wood
Representative Prince, OF Illinois
is expected to lead in a fight on the
floor against acceptance OF the Wood
joker In the conference on the ground
that It Is playing politics in the
army"
Army officers declare that II IN,
provision had been in effect for IN,
last seventy-five years some Of III,
most noted American general woul,
have been debarred from being hea,
OF the army Among them are Gen
eral u. s Grant. Robert -. Lee
George B. Mcclellan and Phil Sheri
dan.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
PUBLISHERS
AND LABOR
CONTINUE WAR
Bv The United Press.

BY The United Press.
CHICAGO, May 5-Deadlocked, af-
ter twenty-five days, the newspapers
on one side refusing to consider a
compromise and FIVE striking unions
on the other announcing their de-
termination TO win the strike, the
newspaper situation in this city has
resolved itself in a long. hard fight
between the publishers and labor. In
statements published several days
ago, the publishers announced that
the strike was over and that condi-
tions we're normal In the newspaper
offices and in the, distributing depart
ments.
Today 1900 policemen were on
strike duty in the loop district and
throughout the city watching news
paper stands Including four per-
sons arrested today. the total num-
Der booked by the police on strike
charges since the strike began was
115.
or these three we're held on SER
ious charges growing out Of street
riots in which attempts to Kill we're
alleged. The police on strike duty to-
day were more alert Samuel Com
pers. president of the American Fed
Grafton Of Labor. was in Chicago AT
ter the conference between labor lead
ers. announcement was made that the
strikers were going to make a more
determined fight against the news
papers, but refused to divulge what
methods was 10 be followed
A new line of attack was started to-
day when attorneys representing
union newsboys argued before Judge
Brentano for an injunction prohibit
ing the operation Of new stands on
/ street corners
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
Got Them All.

The doctor told him he needed car
bohydrates. proteids and. above all
something nitrogenous. The doctor
mentioned a long list of foods for him
to eat. He staggered out and wabbled
to a restaurant
How about beefsteakT" he asked
the waiter. rs that nitrogenousf
The waiter didn't know.
"Are fried potatoes rich in carbohy-
drates or not?"
The waiter couldn't say.
"weI. I'll fix it, declared the poor
man IN despair Bring me large
plate of hash. Washington Herald.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
n1xrrx- ~--
UUUBLE SEI
OF GARBAGE
COLLECTORS
VIII CIsaR Up City Pending
Court Decision as to Which
Contracts Hold
NEW MEN SIGN
THEIR CONTRACTS TO-DAY

The men to whom the present
Board of Health gave the contracts
to collect the city garbage for the
three years beginning June l, today
signed the contracts and are now
ready to begin work
The new contractors are John w.
Thompson, first district; John H.
Wooden, second district; Lelion Col
Inns. third district; and Charles NJ.
Colburne and John w. Thompson,
fourth district.
The city saves S15,625.6O by award
ing the contracts to the above men
toned men as compared with the
contracts awarded by the last board
recently retired who awarded the
contracts to William j. Winchester,
Martin r. Keogh, James Leblanc and
Daniel w. Mccormick.
The new contracts become effective
on June 1, and as the court had post
poned further hearing in the garbage
mandamus suit until June 8, there
is expected to be a violent attack
on garbage on June L Both sets OF
contractors are expected to have
teams on the street TO take up the
garbage and for once Wilmington will
be thoroughly cleaned of garbage
Both sets Of contractors have arrang-
ed for carts to collect the garbage
and il is safe to say that there will
DE no complaints registered with the
Board of Health that garbage is moi
being collected, at least until after
the Court hands down an opinion az
TO which set Of contractors is legally
ientitled to collect the garbage.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
METHODISTS
MAY RETIRE
DR.. ]. BUCKLEY

BY The United Press.
MINNEAPOLIS, Mimi, May 25.-The
question uppermost in the minds Of
the delegates of the Methodist General
Conference today was the proposed
retirement OF the Rev.. James NJ.
Buckley. For twenty years he has
been the editor of the Christian Advo
cate. and has the sobriquet of Arch
bishop of MethOdism." He has had. it
is said, more to do with the making
and unmaking of bishops and connec-
tional officers in the Methodist Church
than any other man. He is the idol of
the conference, but age and infrmity
have crept upon him and he is now
seventy-Fix years old His speech
I helped superannuate Bishop Nicely
and followed to its logical conclusions
it would retire Dr. Buckley.
In the event of his retirement, DR..
George p. Eckman, of New York, will
likely succeed him. He is at present
pastor of St Paul's Methodist Church.
New York City. and has been in that
position for IL years.
Or. John W. Robinson, Of India. was
elected last evening missionary
, bishop for Burmah and India
The last Of the regular bishops pro-
vided for by the present conference
was elected late yesterday in the per-
son OF the Rev. WILDER P. Thirkfeld,
of Howard University, Washington. d.
c. At today's session. DR.. William p.
Eveland, president of Williamspori
Seminary Williamsport. Pa, was
elected missionary bishop for Malay
sia and Philippine Islands.
George P. L. Manis and Homer
Eaton were elected publishing agents
Of the Eastern Methodist Book Con-
cern. New York, and Henry c. Jen.
nings and Edwin R. Graham. agents
OF the Western Publishing Houses. To-
Gated in Cincinnati and Kansas City
Mo. Time of final adjournment was
/ fixed for May 20.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
FIREMAN IN RUNAWAY.

A horse attached to a wagon owned
by James A. McNally, first assistant
engineer of the Union Fire Company.
became frightened while being driven
through West End Park yesterday af-
ternoon, and bolted. The runaway was
stopped when 1t mixed up with a
couple Of park benches and a tree
Neither Edward Dougherty the driver.
nor the horse was injured. but shaft
Of the wagon was smashed.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
MOOSE Plan TRIP.

At the weekly meeting of Whining
ton Lodge. Loyal order OF Moose. last
night "a committee of ten was APP
pointed to arrange for the trip mem
bers OF the local lodge will take TO
Philadelphia on Saturday, June IS.
Moose Day in that city. Provided a
sufficient number of members reg
lister with the secretary Of the lodge
their intention Of making the trip
special train VIII be engaged and
band Of twenty pieces will be taken
along
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
RuNAwAYs TEAR ON POLE.

A pair of horses attached to one OF
Robinson and Moore's delivery wag-
ons becoming unmanageable at Fiji
teenth and King streets this after
noon crashed into a pole. tearing il
from its fastenings, and demolishing
the front Of the wagon. Harry Moore.
Jr., the driver, and the horses escaped
injury.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
TWFLFTH WARD DEMOCRATS.

There will be a meeting of members
Of the Twelfth Ward Democratic Club
on Monday night in their club house,
at Fourth and DUPONT streets. to con-
slider matters pertaining to the com
ing campaign. The meeting will be
called at o'clock
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
TO CLASSIFY HORSES.

The Horse Show Committee Of the
Delaware State Fair Association will
meet at the office OF the secretary, No
8 West Fifth street, on Monday after
noon. The committee which Is COM
posed Of Miss Amy DUPONT. Miss
Emma Keim, Joseph Davidson ana
Joseph n Hossinger. will classify the
horses and also arrange the prizes.
With the completion OF this work the
premium list will be ready within two
weeks
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
sb. Paid on ths. Investment.

Here" complained the aggrieved
father. Il have spent nearly $4,000 on
that girls education. and now she goes
and marries a $500 year clerk"
well" said the friend of the fam
fly. isn't that all OF 10 per cent on
your investment? What more do you
want2"
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
MAIL CARRYING
AVIATOR DIDN'T FLY

Aeronaut Paul Peck. who was
scheduled to make a trip from New
York to Washington with United
States mail today. did not fly. Dis
patches from the postoffice authorities
al Washington say that Mr. Peck
made no arrangements with them to
carry mail to the capitol city
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
MORTrARY STATISTICS.

j. Austin Ellison, secretary of the
Board of Health, today reported N
deaths, SO births. and so marriages
during the week. as compared with
"a deaths. 81 births and 80 mar
risges recorded In the corresponding
period OF last year.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
TO srMNER An RoCKLANp.

Dr. Willard Springer and family are
preparing TO move TO their summer
home near Rockland. DR. Springer
will keep his city office open during
the summer as heretofore but will
spend the evenings in the country.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
NEW YORK CHINESE
SUES FOR DIVORCE
By The United Press.

BY The United Press.
NEW YORK, May 25.-The first
Chinese divorce suit ever filed in New
York was begun today in the Supreme
Court by George, also known as Lee
Ping, against his wife Laura They
were married on March T. 1908, and
lived until May z in Brooklyn when
Ping alleges his wife deserted him
for Lee 10y. another chinaman. He
names 10y as correspondent and asks
the custody OF their two-year-old
how
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
FREIGHT HANDLERS STRIKE.
e United Press.

BY The United Press.
BUFFALO, n Y, May 25.-Over 100
freight-handlers employed by the Le-
high Valley railway on the water
front here went on strike today de-
manding 25 cents an hour, an in
crease Of 5 cents over the present
rate.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
Always on the Job.

"No, Mr. Rogerson, cannot be your
wife"
Quickly recovering himselfA 'Well.
that ends it, May ] ask you. Miss
Lodemia. II you are carrying all the
life insurance you want t%-Chicago
Tribune.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
ITS ALL OVER BUT
THE SCOUTING" TEDDY
By The United Press.

LONG BRANCH, n. j.. May 25.-
From a temporary platform erected
at the railway station, Colonel Roose-
welt spoke here 70 1000 cheering peo-
pie.
1T is all over but the shouting. -
he told them "and you are shouting
the right way"
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
Is YEAR OLD BOY ON
CHICAGO MILWAUKEE, FLY
BY The United Press.

BY The United Press
CHICAGO. MAY 25.-Farnum Fish.
an lSyear-old aviator arose I'm his
aeropane at l1.05 O'Clock today. and
after spending some time In circling
about the Cicero Aviation Field. head
ed due north. on his aerial trip 10
Milwaukee. He expected to be there
before y. m.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
0PPnSING rHE cnARTER.

Wilmington Lodge No. 1884 Machin-
lists, Is distributing cards among It's
members urging them to vote against
the proposed city charter at the
special election on June /.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
mr.. MELLON BINS HOTsE.

Harry f. Mellon. a plumber. has
purchased an apartment house in
Adams street below Ninth street, the
sale having been effected by the Del.
aware Trust Company. The price paid
was said to be S11500
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
FINANCIAL AND COMMERCIAL

BY The United Press.
NEW YORK. May 25.-The stock
market opened strong with prices
ranging from fractions 10 more thar
a point above yesterdays close.
The strong tone was well maintain.
ed, stocks making substantial ad.
vances on aggressive buying.
Governments unchanged; other
bonds Arm
The stock market closed steady.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
stinay

Mother-Did you have good time
at the party? Willie-Naw ] said no
when they asked me to have some
more ice cream. and the stingy things
hever asked me again Philadelphia
Record
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
MHnSE PTRSE IS THISl

A woman's purse containing money
and postage stamps was found in the
Postofice corridor. The owner can
have same by Identifying property.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25

+. ID. Lackey q Co. say.
There appeared 10 be tendency to
today's market, but the underlying
conditions make US feel that IL Is
unsafe 10 sell stocks except on strong
spots or to buy unless on reactions" ="
G. l. Hudson & Co, say:
Would buy stocks only on weak
spots for quick turns"
Evening journal., 1912-05-25

army, rs quoted as saying that the
strength of the rebels has been great
~ exaggerated. and he says that his
troops and the rural guards will De
able TO cope with the disturbance. II
Is felt, however. that the landing of
marines I'm several cities viii convince
the leaders Of the insurrectlon that
their cause is hopeless and that they
will have TO deal with Uncle Sam as
well as the Cuban government.
Evening journal., 1912-05-25
n. u. Laoker 3 Co.. sav

he stock market closed steady.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30
Naval View of Philippines

fIuIn the WdSnHlHlOf 1bSts
 Admiral Wainwright is quoted as saying, in response to General Edwards state ment that the Philippines must be aban- doned in the event of war; that the de- fences of Manila could not be made strong enough to hold out until our fleet reached the scene and dispersed the enemy. That way of looking at 1t presupposes that the American fleet will be able to engage and destroy the blockadng fleet. Admiral express similar views. all or them taking 1t for granted that we would be able to send a superior force. no matter whom our antagonist might be.
 This Is putting a good face on jubious outlook, but in so far as the position taken by the experts seems to lend sup port to the House argument that our present fleet is ample to control the Pa cihc. such inference Is wrong. Admiral Wainwright and the others have a right to assume, at least until the two battle ship programme has been definitely aban- doned, that the fleet will continue to in- crease in gun power, if not in number of ships.
 They are fortified in this opinion ap- parently, by the logical presumption that the acquisition of the Philippines carried with it proper sense of duty and respon- sibilty as to protecting them from for eign invasion and conquest. Certainly there was no thought at that time, in or out of Congress, that our obligations would ever weigh so lightly upon us that we should haul down the flag and scuttle the moment a weaker nation like Japan
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30
Cable Ship Delayed

Halifax, N. S., April 29-The cable ship Mackay- Bennett, for whose arrival Hali- fax has been waiting feverishly since Sat urday, probably will steam into the har- bor some time before 10 o'clock tomorrow morning, with approximately POO dead from the Titanic disaster. The bereaved and their representatives had expected the vessel today, but a message from Cap tain I4ardner said he would not arrive un- til abou, a. m. Tuesday.
 As all plans for receiving the bodies practically had been completed Sunday there was nothing to do today but wait.
 A grea- canvas curtain has been swung at the entrance of the naval dock that the scene may be as sacred as possible. Nearly al those who have bodies to claim have finally decided not to go to the pier proper. It is probable. therefore. that the crowd will be comparatively small, consisting for the most part of embalm- CTS and sailors who will unload the cargo of dead.
 A telegram from Clarence H. Mackay, president of tle Commercial Cable com pany. which owns the steamer Mackay Bennett. announced that in view of the humanitarian work rendered by Captain I.altlner and his crew tine company will allow them double pay for the time in- volved.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30
MORE SOLDIERS
 ARRIVE AT FOLEY With the Arrival of Troops From Ft. Barancas Now
 Over 800 in Camp

Bay Minette. April 29--(Special.) )-An- other large body of soldiers from Ft. Bar aucas Fla, have arrived at Foley, where the troops from Ft. Morgan set up camp on Friday. The two bodies now embrace more than 500 soldiers besides their. lieu tenants and captains. The first body from Ft Morgan contained 300 soldiers, who marched overland from the fort bringing with them large wagon loads of pro- visions, which they had much difficulty i'll taking with them because of the bad condition of the roads over which they passed. The body from It. Barancas found little better travelling.
 Thc true reasons for assembling the troop sat Foley are still in doubt. but the companies assembled there are taking daily drills and .practicing maneuvers. Many questions have been asked the of fieers in charge, but no information other than the fact that it is practice can b. obtained
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30
The Oldest Almanac
om the London Chronicle.

From the London Chronicle.
 The oldest almanac in existence is tho Almanaeh National. which has been is- sued by the French government sinee 1886. It's name has been changed a good many times during it's career of 225 years. Originally the Almanach Royal, 1t became National in 17s3, Imperial in 1s05, and re- verted to it's original name nine years la ter. Since then the title has been altered four times. Like most publications Of this sort, the Almanach National has grown bulky with advancing years. The first issue contained 4s pages, as compared with 1880 pages in the current issue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30

troubled with constipation. and have tried many remedies. all of which seemed to cause pain without giving much relief. I finally tried pr. Miles Laxative Tablets and found them ex- celent Their action is pleasant and mild. and their chocolate taste makes them easy to take. I am more than glad to recommend them"
 Clean up the bowels and Keep them clean," is the advice of all physicians, because they realize the danger resulting from habitual con stipation. Do not delay too long, but begin proper curative measures.
 Dr. Miles Laxative Tablets are q new remedy for this old complaint, and great improvement over the cathartics you have been using in the past. They taste like candy and work like charm. A trial will convince you.
 Dr. Miles Laxative Tablets are sold by all druggists, at 25 cents a box containing 25 doses. If not found satisfactory after trial, re- turn the box to your druggist and he will return your money. 5 MILES MEDICAL CO, EIkhart. Ind.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30

crooked finger. While our policy as to the future of the islands is not yet irre- vocably fixed the element of doubt as to their ultimate retention should not cut any figure in the matter of naval pre- paredness. That we should hold them for a while longer admits of no doubt. And
 nasmuch as American enterprise and longer experience in governing dependent peoples promise to turn a liability into valuable asset, We may conclude to stay.
 In any event. our position in the Pacific involves interests vastly more important than the Philippines, the defence of which calls for greater sea power. too. The Panama canal, at once fne most vital and vulnerable point of vantage under the flag, could not hold out az long as Manila if the vote-seeking proposition that wears the r..sk of economy gets the seal of ap- proyal
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30
CLARK, 5O9; WILSON, 6;
 UNRESTRICTED, 521

Colorado Springs, Col, April 2s.-Flgures compiled by party leaders show that out of jo4S delegates to the democratic state convention. which will meet here tomor- row. Champ Clark has 5o9 instructed for him and Governor Wilson has six The un- Instructed number 521 One delegation of F will be contested
 The convention will name eight dele ates at large to the national conven- ton and two delegates from each of the two congressional districts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30
SUES GLOVE FIRM
 FOR CUSTOM FRAUD

New York. April 29.-Assistant Unit ed States District Attorney Pratt for the government today instituted sui q gainst the glove manufacturing firm of Karpels 6 Herzberser to recover s100,0oo, alleged to be the full value of glove leather irregularly imported from Germany during the last three years. The complaint charges that the was undervalued when at the custom house here
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30
BELIEVES BOY HAS
 BEEN K|DNAPED
Birmingham Woman In At lanta to Ask Police to
 Search for Her Son

Atlanta. April -(Special)-Eigh years ago. following a trial in the courts of Birmingham, little Howard Duree, then years old, was turned over to his moth CT. The father of the child came to At lanta. Now, Mrs. Duree has called on the police of Atlanta to make a search for little Howard, who is IS years old. She believes that the little fellow has been kidnapped.
 Tonight shs left for her home in Bir- mingham, but the child was not with her. She lives at 6i9 South Twentythird street in that city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30
SENATE PROBE OF
 TITANIC WRECK IS
 NEARING THE END
CONTINUED FROM PAGE n

--~--~~~-~>~~~->~-~-~~ ~~~~>~-~-~~-~-~~~~~~- disaster This he sold to a New York newspaper He also testified at the hearing in New York.
 .When did you last see Captain Smith?" asked Senator Smith.
 .'When we went. overheard from the bridge, about three minutes before left the ship myself" said Bride.
 You spoke or your mate. Operator Phillips, and yourself putting on pre- servers about 10 minutes before the boat sunk?
 Yes, about that"
 Had everyone else gone when you jumped into, the water?"
 Yes there were several on the deck.''
 Didn't you say before that you saw the captain after you got in the water?
 ''No," said Bride. "The captain left by way Of the bridge before Phillips and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30
Sons of Yeterans Organize
MEMORIAL SERVICES
 ARE HELD AT CALERA

calera. April 9-(special)- day was observed here yesterday after noon, and owing to the good weather there was a large attendance and a pro fusion of flowers laid on the graves of the departed heroes.
 Friends os Dr. J. l.. Stallworth will be glad to krce that he will return home tomorrow much improved. He went to a Birmingham infirmary last week, not knowing whether or not an operation would be necessary.
 A small amusement company pitched their tents here last week. It consisted of a merry-go-round, crazy horse and vau- devills acts, and was well patronized.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30
THE SENATE ALSO
 WANTS INFORMATION

Washington, April 29.-The Senate to- day adopted the culberson Resolution calling for a fnll report on the contribu- tions to the national committees of all parties in the presidential campaign of 1sOi and 1908. The inquiry is entrusted to the committee on privileges and elec- tions. which is instructed to supply the Senate with full information as to amounts as well as to give the names of contributors. The committee is clothed with the usual powers or Senate inyesti- gating committees.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30
U. c. V. REUNION, M ACON G A.,
 MAY 7-9th, 1912

Gencral Wenthers' specinl,. Monday,
 May 6tI:--ieaves Birmingham
 $500 q. m.; Arrive Macon
 5s3C r.
 The Central Of Georgia Railway will operate special train of Pullman cars, coaches and baggage ear, Birmingham to Macon. Monday, May 6. for the ac- commodation of Brigadier General Weathers. sponsors and veterans Of the Fourth Alabama Brigade. For rates. reservations and full information, tele- ]ahone. Bell ieI9 or Peoples s75. Call at dity ticket office, 2olo First avenue. Or write L. w Keith. Travelling Pas senger Agent. Birmingham, Ala.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-04-30

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 Almost all my