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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
J. Davis, Mdtrinonidlly Inclined,
 Is Having Strange Experiences

J. Davis. in search of wife. had strange experiences yesterday, and the fact that he is still enjoying the bless tngs and suffering the hardships Of the unyoked is not due to any hesitancy on the part of a number of Birmingham women.
 When The Age-Herald of yesterday morning made known that a prosperous farmer with hands gnarled from ardu- GUS toll had reached Birmingham on his pilgrimage for a better half. it touched responsive chord in the breasts Of many of Birminghams gentler sex. Some sympathized with the farmor of Oregon, and some were moved on account of the life of plenty which the man seeking blessings promised.
 J. Davis received A letters, and through out the day the telephone in his room at the Metropolitan continually rang. Tn the afternoon he was presented in per- son to several women who desire to
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
FORT DEPOSIT NEWS

Fort Deposit, January 9.-tSpecial)- John Bragg Beers. the efficient manager of local cotton warehouse. in an inter view stated today that the warehouse was doing a nice business and is better eff financially than since it's organiza- ton.
 MT. Beers also stated that there was nore than 1500 bales of cotton at pres ent stored in the warehouse which prac- tically belongs to the farmer. and the tendency or the owners is to hold for higher prices.
 The coming election of 1912 seems to Ae an incentive toward making the cit izens of Lowndes county pay their poll tax It is stated that only few if any of the voters will be disqualified for this reason.
 Prof J. l.. Moulder, principal of the Lewndes county high school, opened the last half of the scholastic year with very fiattering prospects. good many new students have been added and the pres cnt enrolment of the school is the largest in it's history
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
MONTHLY MEETING
 OCCURS FRIDAY

The Chamber of Commerce as a body will hold it's usual monthly assembly on Friday evening at 8 o'clock in the Cham Der of Commerce auditorium, when a splendid attendance Is expected to be on hand for the first gathering of 1912 to catch a glimpse of the prospects for carrying on their special activities during the ensuing year. The details of the in- dustrial excursion of January IS will be attractively presented to the members present to insure a hearty response to the invitation of the American Bakeries Candy company to visit their plant on this day. The advertising committee will tell how the Chamber of Commerce can help to make post card day. which will be Thursday. January 25. a perfect dem onstration of civic enthusiasm among the citizens of Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
STEEL CORPORATION .
 ID SHARE PROFITS

New York. January 9.-In accordance with its profit sharing plan of the last few years, the United States Steel corpora ton today made known the plans and conditions under which officers and em- ployes of the corporation and it's sub sidiarles may subscribe for additional pre- ferred and common issues for the current year. The price for the preferred Is 110 and for the common O.
 Under this plan, employees receiving Sll00 or less a year may not subscribe for more than one share of the preferred while those receiving between about s2ooo and sslooo may subscribe for as much as l5 shares.
 Of the common stock employees earning under $500 are limited to 8 share with maximum of 25 shares for the highest priced employe or official
 Payment Is 10 be made in monthly in- stallments, to be deducted from salary or wage. Subscriptions will be received until February next
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
NESM|TH'S DECISION, F UPHELD, WILL BE A HARDBLOW IOSTAIE An Extra Session Will Be Necessary to Procure
 Sufficient Revenue STATE TO RECEIVE
 g GENTS ON S1OO And Constitution Requires That at Least 30 Cents of This Amount
 Must Be Spent on
 the Schools

If the supreme court upholds the de- csion of Judge C., c. Nesmith in reference to the constitutionality of the newly ere ated reveue bill of the state, especial lv as concerns that section bearing on taxation. it is the opinion of political students that Alabama will eventually be found in bankrupt condition.
 By the terms of the revenue bill from every $100 worth of-taxable property as sessed for taxation the state will receive the sum of go cents. The constitution provides that the schools of the state shall receive from every sioo worth of tax able property assessed for taxation in Alabama the sum of 90 cents, and there are statuatory provisions that from every S100 worth of taxable property as- ; sessed for taxation 10 cents shall be turned over to the old soldiers, and p seents reserved by the state for the pay < ment of it's employees.
 In other words, the state with 39 cents is compelled. first of al. to give 30 cents to the schools, 10 cents to the old sii- diers, and 25 cents to it's employees. As a result of the first payment, the state it is said. will be indebted to the old soldiers in the sAn of 1 cent, and will be indebted to it's employees in the sum of 9 cents
 If the decision of Judge Nesmith is sustained the necessity of an extra ses- sion of the legislature is pointed out by men prominently connected with the state administration Col. Jesse F. Stallings the states attorney, contends, however, that the supreme court, when it acts upon the matter, will oyerrule the decision of Judge Nesmith.
 By a development of yesterday. it is learned that this section of the revenue bill will not reach the supreme court be- fore several months have elapsed. It was discovered by the attorneys that the appeal of the Birmingham Southern Rail- way company was taken last year before the provisions of the revenue bill were effective. However, it is pointed out that when the state tax commission makes the new assessments next month it will then be necessary to raise the same disputed point on which Judge Nesmith has al ready ru1eds
 Following the action of the court yes- terday m declarfng the constitutionality of the revenue bill the state tax com missioners. J. Lee Long. chairman; A. A. Evans and John Powell, and their chief clerk, VIII R. Lloyd, left for Montgom- cry in the afternoon. They will return next week, however, to attend the hearing of the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company's case against the state which is based on the appeal of the com pany from the assessment of the state tax commission.
 In this case the state will be rep resented by Colonel Stallings and R. B. Evins of Greensboro, while Hugh Nor row will appear as special counsel for the company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
ADJUSTMENTS
"Mother"

This afternoon and tonight Mother will be the attraction at the Jefferson theater In reviewing a recent performs ance the New Orleans Picayune said:,
 When John Eclsert Goodman gave to the stage Mother" he sounded the very depths of human love and built around a theme old as the famous judgment of Solomon as pretty story as was ever told.
 It is splendid company, company that has not a single weak spot in it's makeup, and Mrs. Jean Adair is the star of the aggregation, and it might be said ief her in this connection that her art scintinates, reveals new phases with every fresh turn of the plot and emphasis her genius.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10

spend the remainder of their days on ranch in oregon, but up to a late hour last night had not announced his choice if he had made one.
 J. Davis will remain in Birmingham sev- eral days longer. He desires 1t plainly stated that he is not rich, and that his goods consist of GAO acres of land lying io5 miles from the railroad at Heppner, home made of logs, POO head of stock and 100 head of. cattle.
 '1 desire wife who can cook" stated he, and am not especially interested in the matter of personal appearance. will not voluntarily choose widow however, and under no circumstances would my conscience permit me to talk, into the heart of the forest mother who is blessed with one or more chil- dren."
 Mr. Davis was plainly confused in that his desire to find wife had been so en- Enthusiastically received.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
LINCOLN AND DAVIS TO HAVE
 PLACE IN THE HALL OF FAME

Louisville January 9.-Dspatches from Washington and from Kentueky's state capital say the state legislature soon will have under formal consider alton bill providing that the blue grass commonwealth place in the hall of fame at Washington statues of Lin coin and Jefferson Davis.
 Kentucky, with it's long list of nota- ble men, has no representative figure in statuary hall. It is pointed out that inasmuch as the state was the birth place of the two great leaders of the Civil war, it could with propriety place statues of both Lincoln and Davis in the hall of fame.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
ANNISTON LEADING PIPE
 CENTER IN UNITED STATES

Rome. Sheffield and Knoxville, 10000, mak- ing the total of 1o0,OO0 tons
 The total consumption of soil pipe and fittings in the United States Aper annum does not exceed 10000 tons, 1t is averrcd, making it necessary for southern plants to seek markets in the other sections Of the country and abroad. Pipe manufac- tured at Anniston is being shipped to ali parts of the world every year.
 Referring to the strike on the part of his Workmen because of their disinclnatlon to accept wage decrease of 10 per cent on account of the temporary depression in the market, Mr. Schumacher cites fig ures to show that the men who are oit have heen working on an average Of oti,S four days per week, or Is days per mon; h. He says he will reinstate the former wages as soon as conditions improve n the soil pipe and fitting market.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
BAY ANNETTE NEWS

Bay Minette, January 9.-(Speeial)-I In a special session of the probate court of tiiis county. Probate Judge J. H. II. Smith Monday sentenced William Kelly, white. to 101 days hard labor for drunk enness.
 The local lodge of the order of Knights of Pythias held it's annual installation of officers here this evening in it's hall al which time the following officers were installed for the coming year: Chancel- Tor commander. II. H. Levins; vice chan oellor, pr. J. M. Smith; prelate, Henry l.. Shields; master of works, w. Gasque Hall; master at arms, Thomas w. Rich erson; keeper of records and seals, D. C.. Byrne; master of exchequer, William DeVan Stapieton; inner guard, oscar E. McMillan: outer guard. Jesse M. Smith representative to the grandslodge, James C. Burns
 The lodge had planned to have pub llc installation, after which the grand chancellor was 10 have made an address. but owing to the indictment weather the plans were changed.
 The work on the new book vault in the courthouse has been completed and the shelving has been moved in from the old vault. The records are now be- ing transferred to the new vault and will soon be in position. A number of new book files have been ordered and as soon as they arrive the books will be ar- ranged in excellent shane
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
"Over Night"

At the Jefferson theater Friday and Saturday and Saturday matinee lover Night" comedy by Philip II. Bartholo- mac, will be seen for the first time in this city. lover Night" was one of tho having been played nearly, all of last winter, part of the time at the Hackett theater, and the remainder at MT. Will liam A. Brady's, "rhe Playhouse" The author of lover Night" MT. Barthalo- mae, is young man not long out of his teens
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Tuscumbia News

Tuscumbia, January 9.-(special)-T, II. Jones has been importuned and will in all probability be candidate for mayor of this place.
 Owing to his experience while on the board of aldermen, his sound judgment and business capacity would make him fine administrator of city affairs.
 On account of the severe cold weather a negro named Henry Anderson was all lowed the freedom of the jail corridor in order to be near the fire. While taking advantage of this kindness he disconnect- ed drain pipe and escaped through the opening. He has not as yet been appre- hended
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Will Jones ParOled

Montgomery, January 9.-tSpecial.)-- Governor O'Neal has issued papers pa rolling Will Jones of Shelby county, from penal system. In 1910 he was sent up for 20 years on a charge of Alonzo Jones. It was rep resented to the governor that Win Jones did not deal the blow that caused Alonzo's death. but that Roy Caldwell struck him with a rock, occasioning z death. Caldwell is now in jail.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10

Anniston, January 9.-(SpeeiaD.-Tha more iron soil pipe is being manufactured in the city of Anniston than in any other city in the United States, is the state ment made by the management or the Union Foundry company in letter gwen out here with reference to conference held with the eompanyss employees Ill re- gard to a wage readjustment.
 The total annual soil pipe output III the United states is 250,oOo tons. it is said' anu 1oo.ooo tons of this output is manuiactutea in the south. Referring to several lead- inc manufacturing centers, Manager Schumacher cites the following figures as to comparative output: Anhisloh' 0o'ooV' Gadsden, 2oOoo; North Birmingham' i"- COO: Bessemer. 12oOo; Chattanooga l2'o0o'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
White Slave at Biiou

"The White Slave" is a southern drama not New York story of modern condi- tions. It tells of the life of girl sup posedly born a slave, yet the daughter of a famous family. The opportunities of the stage mans craft are given full sway in the building of the scenic effects which are wonderful. The play is clean story of good woman's love which re- mains true through difficulties galore. and the final ending is happy one.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
"The Prince of Tonight"

Theater goers everywhere have placed the stamp of unqualified approval upon 'erhe Prince of Tonight" the musicai fantasy In which Henry Woodruff will be seen at the Jefferson theater tomor- row matinee and night. It ran for 26o performances at the Princess theater in Chicago and ran amuck in the matter of smashing box office records in the various cities it has visited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Meeting Postponed

The joint meeting of tho finance and advertising committees of the Chamber of Commerce called yesterday afternoon in the directors room of the Chamber of Commerce for the purpose of conferrlng about the new civic sign for Birmng- ham was adjourned for a postponed ses- sion on Thursday afternoon at 2:3o o'clock at the same place.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Celebrates Ninetieth Birthday

Anniston. January 9.-(SpeciaD.- Mfrs. Caroline Draper, the recognized head of one of the city's pioneer families, promi- nent here and at oxford, was host to her children Monday on the occasion of her soth anniversary. She holds these cele- brations annually, having over 50 children and grandchildren. many of whom meet with her, those who cannot come sending telegrams or letters of congratulation,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10

on Carolina avenue after a long illness of cancer of the stomach The ftlneray services will take place Thursday morn ing at 10 o'clock and will be conducted by the Rev. J. F. Sturdivant Inter ment will be made at Union cemetery. Mrs. Rockett is survived by a husband, R. J. Rocket, and nine children, Mrs. L. w. Dupree of Ensley. M w. Rockett of Hattiesburg. Miss, Mrs. Ada Dickens, Mrs. J. J. Harris. J. F. Rockett, R. R. Rockett, Morris Rockett, Joe Rockett and Sol Rockett, all of this city
 Manager E. E. Honeycutt has received a message from Memphis Athletic club that the basketball team would not be fin Bessemer on Thursday.
 Max Boswitz of Memphis, Tenn, is the guest of relatives and friends in the city for few days.
 Mrs. Cooper of Birmingham was the guest of her mother, Mrs. Rush Randle yesterday.
 John Ward is quite i'll at his home in Jonesboro.
 Mrs. Poor who has been at the Rob inson hospital for the past week. was able to be taken to her home at Brighton yesterday.
 MT. Bloomingthal of New York city was in the city yesterday on business.
 Mrs. Marbut is quite i'll at her home.
 F.. D. Vines, for five years with the Mar tin Furniture company. has resigned and will be succeeded by G. E. Brown.
 P. c. Cobb of Ownesboro, Ky, arrived in Bessemer yesterday and has accepted position with Lewis Drug company.
 Miss Mary Brockman, who has charge of the Western Union Telegraph company in this city, has been transferred to Griffin. Ga, and will leave for that city Friday. She will be succeeded by Miss Claudio Wells of Gadsden.
 Grady Mims has returned to Tusca- loosa, where he will resume his studies at the university.
 quite i'll for some time, is some better to- day
 J. A. Enslen of Montgomery is in the city on business.
 Miss Virvinia Robinson, who has been at home for the past two weeks. will return to Livingston on Friday to re- sume her studies at the Normal college.
 w l.. Bonham of Rock Castle was the guest of MT. and Mrs. T. D. Lewis Mon day.
 Joe Little is quite i'll at his home on Third avenue.
 Miss Excel Reynolds has returned to her home after a pleasant visit to Mrs. T, D. Lewis.
 Mir. and Mrs.J. D. Malone had as their guests yesterday Miss Carrie Moran and Dr. Yielding of North Birmingham.
 Mrs. NJ. E. Crotwell and little daugh- ter. Eloise, and her sister. Miss Estelle billiard. have returned from Cordova. where they were the guests of Mrs. Terry last week
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10

Another thing that authors of the idea have In mind is test of national sentiment. They say 1t is declared on all sides that bitterness and raneor growing out of the interstate struggle has disappeared. If this is so, the statue promoters point out there will be no opposition to the possibility of Ken lucky placing statues of It's two great dissenting sons side by side In the hall of fame.
 This would symbollze more than any other thing. it Is declared, the disar- pearance of tho old war spirit. The Kentucky legislature Is in session al Frankfort and may not act upon the statue proposal within month.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Dr. Yarbrouph to Sneak

Annston. January. 9.-(SpeciaD The executive committee of the Alabama Sun days school convention, which was held in this city last year, having selected Sel- ma as the place for the next convention on April 10 to IS. has invited Dr. w. F. Marlborough, pastor of the Parker Me- morial Baptist church of this city, to lead the devotional exercises on the third day of the convention.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Water Pines Flushed

Anniston, January >9.-(SupeciaD. .--The periodical flushing of the water pipes and examination of the city reservoir by the Anniston' Water Supply company has been under way this week. These measures are taken at stated intervals in the interest of public health.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Monthly Meeting Tomorrow

The regular monthly meeting of the board of directors of the Chamber of Commerce will be held tomorrow after- noon at S30 o'clock in the'directors' room of the Chamber of Commerce. Several matters of concern to the entire mem bership are bulletined for discussion and action and the entire membership is urged to be present.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Creighton Is Manager

Anniston, January 9.-SpeciaD Joe Creighton, one of the stars on the foot ball field last fall, has been elected man. ager of the baseball team of the Ala bama Presbyterian college. and is busy arranging a schedule of games for the Preds this year. Coach Hannon says that he will put the best team on the field that has ever represented the college.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Pearce Withdraws Appeal

Anniston. January -(Special)-The action of Dr. John E. Pearce. convicted of murdering Shelt Kennedy, well known Calhoun county farmer. thus cul- minating the Pearce-Kennedy feuds, In withdrawing his appeal to the supreme court will result in the dismissal of the case which has been pending against him for the murder of Sarge Kennedy, son of Shelt Kennedy. for which he was also held responsible. \
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
wEATHERLY RETURNS TO-DAY

Washington. January 9-(Speciai) James Weatherly. democratic com mitteeman from Alabama. will re- main over in Washington till to- morrow afternoon, when he will leave for Birmingham. Mir. Weath- erly was met in Washington by his brother. Thadeus Weatherly, of New York. Frank P. Glass, who was here to attend the Jackson dln- ner. will leave tomorrow for New York. where he will spend few days before returning to Ala bama.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Case Again Continued

Anniston, January 9.-(SpeciaD. The The case of George Jebeles. the we'll known Tenth street restauranteur, who was arrested Saturday for illegal storing of whisky, was continued for the second time Tuesday morning, being set for We'd nesday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
ANNOUNCEMENT
FOR. BOARD OF REVENUE

The Age-Herald is hereby authorized 10 announce the candidacy of Captain H. w. Crook of Bessemer, Ala, for the office of the Board of Revenue of Jeff ,erson county, subject to the action of he democratic primary. April l. 1912.
 Cal l.. Dabbs of Bessemer is a candi- late for member of Board of Revenue If Jefferson county, subject to the ac- ion of the democratic primary. 1912. Will appreciate your support.
 The Age-Herald is authorized to an- nsunce the candidacy of Hugh McGeevcr 'gnnhe board of revenue
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
School Improvement

The regular monthly meeting of the South Highlands School Improvement association will be held this afternoon at o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Fast Seaboard Trains

To Atlanta. Washington, New York leave Birmingham 8:30 a. m. and D. m. Through Pullman observation
 cars and diners. Phone Bell 2ss2 for reservations,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
FOUNDERS DAY AT
 HUDSON COLLEGE
 
 Interesting Exercises Had at Marion Yesterday INTEREST IN POLITICS Marion Working to Secure Proposed Road From Jasper to Pensacola. Severe Weather in Perry.
 Roads Almost Impossible
INTEREST IN POLITICS

Marion. January -(SpeelaD Found CTS Day was observed at Judson college today by an address delivered by the Rev. Arnold Smith. D. D., of Alexander City. followed by class exercises commem- orating the event In the evening pub lie reception was held at the Carnegie library, where Mother Judsons' birth announced the receipt of number of valuable gifts to the permanent improve ment fund of the institution
 City politics have opened and are trav- cling at a fast rate. half dozen candi- dates are in the field for mayor, an office that pays $500 per annum. Among the candidates are capitalists. merchants and laborers. Should the political wave spread to the country districts, many crops will be delayed until after the primary.
 The first authentic report as to the proposed route of the Jasper and Pensa- cola railway was obtained last night when an official of the road said the ex~ tension would be made from Thomasville via Uniontown, and thence by either Marion or Greensboro. This would indi- cate that a contest will be made be- tween the capital of Hale and that of Perry.
 Financially, Marion can make the best show, and it will be a question to answer as to which town will show the most liberal purse string. The campaign starts here today and within 60 days something permanent will be known.
 The thermometer showed a new low record this morning of 9, a fall of 36 degrees from o'clock on Monday aft ernoon. Very heavy rain fell through out Sunday night and Monday. All coun- ty streams are overflown and roads prac- tically impossible.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Jas. H. Finder

Fills occulists' prescriptions for eyeglasses right. He puts fin- ish on his eyeglasses that many opticians find it difficult to equal the touch of the artist.
 306 N. 18th Street
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-10
Paving Poll Taxes

Anniston January 9.--(SpeciaD Up to moon Tuesday about s25 persons had qualified for participation in approaching elections by paying their poll taxes, ac- cording to Tax Collector Montgomery.