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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
SURPRISE DEFENSE
 IN PACKERS TRIAL
Government Produces B Original Weekly Sum-
 mary Margin Sheets

Chicago, January 25.-Counsel for the defense in the pack ers' trial today when they produced S5 original weekly sum mary margin sheets for the shipments made by the National Packing company into the eastern territory between May and August, 1909.
 Steiner G. Langhorn, margin clerk for the company, who was on the stand all day, identified the sheets as having been compiled under his direc- tion. and Attorney Pierce Butler im- mediately offered them in evidence.
 The sheets showed the total pounds of meat shipped each week from the different plants of the National Pack ing company, together with the work ing and closed margins, terms used by the packers for the average test cost and selling price of the product.
 The government contends that these sheets were sent to the offices of the at the directors meetinxs, or th< Ma pnal Packing company eaeh aa d ternoon when ss alleged agreements
 gafq hpments FSia~ margins were made for the current week.
 It is the theory of Attorney Butler. of the governments legal forces. that the alleged combination in recent years centered its activity in territory "A" which embraced the cities north of the Ohio river and east of the Mississippi, in which the packers shipped 75 per cent of their output of fresh beef.
 In several other parts of the coun- try, especially in the west and south, no agreement existed in regard to mar gins and shipments except in a few large cities according to the informa- tion obtained by the prosecution.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26

Boston, January Ex-Governor Floss sent a special message to the legislature to- day urging an immediate investigation of the strike in the cotton mills at Law renee. He points out that the strike was not wholly due to the 54 hour law per week, but unrest prevailed beforeS the measure was passed.
 Governor Foss in the message defends his action in sending the militia to Law renee on account of the disturbances there, and says:
 Not the slightest approach to anarchy can be tolerated in this commonwealth, and I shall not hesitate to employ every means at my command 10 maintain law and order: but the duty of the state does not end here, and l shall perform but the smaller part of my duty if I faileS at this juncture to recommend a scar :, ing investigation of all the facts xSc ing to the strike, including the CT A ,SS of the striking operatives" SsaS
 Commenting on the fact thg . Chill em ployes believe they have .riev- ances besides a reduction in es due to the new law which shortens t4e work ing week from 56 to 54 hours, the mes sage says:
 Tt is alleged that for years the em- ployers have pursued the policy of bring ing into their mills the cheapest grade of labor obtainable in this or in foreign
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
TRUNK OF MANS BODY
 FOUND ON TRAIN

Mobile, January 25.-The trunk of q white mans body was found on the south bound fast mail train of the Louisville and Nashville here today Other partsl of the body were located at Hurricane bayou, r miles north of here A letter in what clothes remained on the trunk indicates that the man is Frank M Fosgate of Oxford, N. r., and recent purchaser of land in Baldwin county, ad- joining Mobile county. How he met death is unknown, but 1t Is believed that ae vas attempting to leave the train and fell under it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
:" MYSTERIOUS DEATH OF TRAINED NURSE

Philadelphia, January 25.-The police are Investigating circumstances surrounding the death of Mrs. Edith Marvel, 2S years old "a traIned nurse, who was found dead i1 her home today with bullet in her head Tn the house were found notes. Che stated Mrs. Marvers husband had lest his affections for her and that he was now ar liberty to bestow them upon another woman. Another note stated that her husband was not responsible for her act
 The police are not satisfied with the handwriting in the notes. William Mar vel. the husband. has been detained by the police as a witness.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
EXPECT MEDICATION
 OF THE THRONE SOON
Disposition of United States Troops Along Railroad
 Is Completed

Shanghai, January &.-~It is expected in republican circles that an imperial edict announcing the abdication of the throne will be issued before the armistice be- tween the imperialists and republicans ex- pres, which, as now arranged, will be the morning of January 29. Shortly after that date, it is believed, q meeting will be had between Yuan Shi Kai and pr. Sun, at which a coalition government will b. drafted controlling the north and south.
 Tank Shao VI. who is still acting as Yuan Shi Kai's representative here, and Dr. Wu Ting Fang republican minister of justice, expressed themselves yester- day afternoon as extremely hopeful
 It is understood the negotiators who are trying to bring about an agreement between Picking and Ranking, have suc- oeeded in reaching a tentative form of agreement and clarifying the atmosphere of the misunderstanding which have hitherto existed.
 Whether an eventual agreement will be reached cannot be foreseen pr. Sun sent telegram to Picking. The telegram Is said to express the willingness of the republican leaders to place the fullest con h'tH't III fItiiiff udf Snl kal pledges.
 Simultaneously with the sending of President Sun Yat Sens telegram to Yuan Shi Kai, the Ranking assembly issued public statement, setting forth It's adherence to the decision to debar Yuan Shi Kai from the presidency un- less he first recognizes the republic
 Manila. January 25-Distribution of the United States troops along the sec tion of the Picking railroad from Tang shan 10 Ian Chow has been completed Maj James M. Arrasmith in command of the expedition, cabled his report to Major General Bell, commander of the Philippine division.
 According 10 Major Arrasmith's re- port Lieut. A Lee, with 42 men, is stationed at Leichwang Lieuts Eugene Santschi, .Ir, Felix R. lille and Blaine A. Dixon. with 70 men, at Kuyeh; Lieut. Fauntley M. Miller. with 20 men, at Wali; Lieut.. Ernst B. Smalley, with 90 men, at Kaiping; Lieuts. Olin o. Ellis and Edgar F. Haines, with 42 men, at Tangshan.
 Capt. Robert H. Silllman, command ing these detachments, has made his headquarters at Kuyeh. The remainder of the troops are in barricks at Tien Tstn
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
TOURIST PINNED
 BY CATFISH DIES

Philadelphia, January 3-Word was received here today of the death at St. Iocie. Fla, yesterday. Of Isaac H.. Sweigard, formerly general superintend- ont of the Philadelphia and Reading company, end well known in railroad cir cles. He had been in Florida for sev- oral months. A week ago while hshlnS one Of his hands was filmed by catfish Blood poison developed MT. Sweigar1 retired from the Reading company in 1911 to promote trolley companies in Pennsyi- vania and New Jersey. He was 6S years oid
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
TO RAISE TAXES OF
 JOHN ROCKEFELLER

Cleveland, O.. January 25-AIleging business block owned by John D. Rocke- feller has been listed on the tax duplicate at nearly $ssoO0 less than it's real value' the Cleveland board of revenue will at temnt to have the mistake corrected by the state tax commission here next Tues day. The board contends that because of clerical error the property was listed at s14.oS0, when 1t should have been $lo0,- OO0
 The tax commission will also hear a complaint that the assessed value of $l,- 22e ZOO on Rockefeller's Forest Hill home here is too high.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
BRYAN IS TRYING
 TO SETTLE FIGHT

St. Louis, January 25.-William J. Bry- an. after he had missed d train here eo- day, tried to patch up the difficulties be tween the factions of Speaker Champ Clark and former Gov. Joseph w. Folk, who are seeking Missouri's Endorsement for the democratic presidential nomina- ton. He conferred with MT. Folk more tkan an hour after which two of the lat ter's supporters were called into the con- ference.
 short time later two leaders for Speaker Clark. former Gov. Lon V. Stephens and Virgil Rule, had a private talk with Mir. Bryan. National Commit teeman Edward r. Goltra was the last to confer with MT Bryan.
 No statement was issued.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
GOVERNOR OSBORNE
 FAVORS ROOSEVELT

Lansing, Mich, January Ex-Governor |Osborne in answering a query from a New |York newspaper today announces himself |1or Roosevelt for President In the mes |ss ge the governor said: 'I am for Roosevelt for President first Hast and all the time. Roosevelt senti- |nient predominates in Michigan" | Governor Osborne has accepted an ap- ] b,ointment on the committee organizing in 3Ehicago to ascertain Roosevelt sentiment
 Throughout the country.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
DAY IN CONGRESS

Washington, January 25.-The day in Congress:
 Senate-Met ? D. m.
 Miscellaneous minor bills passed.
 Adjourned at D. m. until ?. m. Monday.
 House-Met at midday.
 Iron and steel tariff revision bill re- ported by the ways and means com mittee
 Resolution of Representative Cox (Ohio), requesting President to report on the entire cost of the Philippine occupation passed.
 Foreign affairs committee begins hearing on Rainey resolution to inves- tigate the Panama revolution.
 Passed District of Columbia appro- priation bill carrying more than s1O,- COG, ,000.
 Adjourned at 5:2s p. m until noon Friday
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
Doctors May Testify

Seattle. Wash, January 25-When the trial of Mrs. Linda Burfield Hazard, accused of having murdered Claire Will liamson was resumed at Port Orchard today the prosecution was prepared to of- fer testimony of physicians to prove that Miss Williamson died of starvation Ii Is expected the defense will begin it's case tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
A PIGS VITALITY

New York. January 25.-A little pig that lived IS days without food or water was taken from it's wire cage in the ruins Of the Equitable building today The animal which was to have been used for experl- ment purposes, was found by chemist attached to the medical department when he visited the ruins Of his laboratory. It greeted it's rescuers with squeals of de- light II is probable that the little sur vivcr will never be subjected to another experiment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
COUNTY UNIT BILL
 FOR KENTUCKY

Frankfort, Ky, January 25.-The county unit' bill, regarded as the most drastic anti-liquor legislation ever enacted in Kentucky. passed the senate late this afternoon by vote of 24 to 14. The meas ure, approved by the lower house. now goes to Governor MeCreary. who is ex- pected to sign it. Both democrats and republicans. in their platforms last fall, declared for such a law.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
Republican Attitude
SEVEN TIGERS
 ARE RELEASED

Detroit, January 25.-Seven members of the Detroit American league baseball team were released today according to an- nouncement of the president They go to the Providence club of the International league. recently purchased by MT. Navin.
 Outhelder Drake, Infelder Lathers and Pitcher Lively go to Providence in a trade for Outielder Perry.
 The same club secured by outright re- lease Catcher Schmidt. Pitcher Renfer and Catcher Reynolds. Ralph Stroud has been released to Buffalo.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
IOWA REPUBLICANS INDORSE MIR. TAFT

Ottumwa, la. January 25.-Sixth con gressional district republicans, meeting here today, adopted resolutions pledgins support to President Taft. It was the first of a series of conferences planned for Iowa districts in opening campaign to secure Taft delegates to the national convention, the promoters announced.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
CLEVELAND UNHURT

New York. January 25.-The fol- lowing cablegram from Honolulu concerning the collision between the liner Cleveland and the United States cruiser Colorado was re- ceived at the Iamburg-American line offices here today:
 Cruiser Colorado. lying opposite piers, touched slightly by Cleveland when docking. No damage done Pilot bridge damaged. Captain Dempwolf concluded docking safely alone
 The officials of the Cleveland said the ship would leave Honolulu all most any time for San Francisco. where she will arrive February L
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
M'FARLAND WILL
 MEET YOUNG ERNE

Philadelphia. January 25.-Announce- ment was made here today that "Packey' McFarland of Chicago and Young Erne of Philadelphia have been matched to fight six rounds at the National Athletic club here on February :. The fighters will weigh in at l3s pounds at o'clock on the night of the contest.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
TOSS WANTS INVESTIGATION
 OF THE LAWRENCE STRIKE

countries, and by fines and other meth- ods have reduced wages far below that decent standard which American citizens. should enjoy If these things are true, their truth should be established by pubs lie investigation and the facts should be given the widest publicity. If not true, lhelr effective denial is equally important
 A further pertinent and important cors- sideration ist that the industry in which the strike oroginated is one that has been especially favored by tariff laws designed and only justified on the ground that they protect and elevate American labor. One purpose of the investigation should be to determine how far the advantages con- terred by national law upon the immedi- ate fciaries of the protective system hae .v> and are today shared with the r a oS who are supposed to be the ulti-
 SAs enefraries. It is a fact that the = S' 3tion now afforded by the schedule i, O he tariff applicable to the industry \ 'ncerned has been declared by the Presi- >aent of the United States to be excess sive and indefensible. It therefore seems to be especially appropriate for the state, which has been called upon to intervene. to determine how far the beneficiaries of government favors have compiled with the terms under which those favors were granted"
 The governor recommends the appoint ment of special legislative committee with full power to summon persons with books and papers and to ascertain all the facts bearing upon the strike
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
LILY WHITES ARE
 STILL IN CONTROL

New Orleans, January 25.-The so-called lilly whites are still in control of repub- |;can party affairs in this state. according ko the result of the republican primary tor governor held yesterday, the returns ehowing ct midnight H. s. Suthon, receiy- ing 559 votes, against C. J. Bells l0S. |This faction also got four out of six Hnen1bers cn the state central committee ht large. It is understood that the io- |alled black and tans will contest the Election.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
George Cochran Dead

Philadelphia, January 25.-George coch- ran, head of an old Philadelphia family, died at his home here today He was i'll only a short time He was graduated from Princeton university and was an ex- tensive traveller. He was 73 years old.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
Fitzpatrick Kills Wife and Self

Huntington, W. Va, January 25.-Dur- ing a frenzy caused by the refusal of his wife to withdraw a suit for divorce. Harry Fitzpatrick, aged 2S years. tonight shot and killed her and then committed suicide by shooting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
His Grievance

His grievance is that the decisions are in such fragrant and direct contra diction to the spirit and needs of the times. If means to his multitude of readers that courts should decide, not as the people have commanded in their constitution, but according to the no- tion of himself and his followers as to the needs of the times
 Through his leadership. while Pres ident and since, large and uninformed following has been recruited through out the United States who are waging, many of them, unconseiously a battle against the supremacy of the law. The uniformed think because they have been deceived, that the courts are in effect vetoing legislation that the peo- pie want, not that tho courts are mere ly setting aside enactments that the people have forbidden the legislative department of the government to pass. If they should be made to understand the whole truth before it is too late, the movement, in form against the ju- dietary, but in reality against its power to hold in check the would be usurpers of power not granted by the people, will end"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
GEORGETOWN GOES WET

Georgetown. Ky. January 25.-- Georgetown voted wet today in 2 local option election in which the ''drys' practically stayed away from the polls. Georgetown has been without saloons for i3 months.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-01-26
Goldsborough Favors Taft

Baltimore. January Ex-Governor Phil lips Lee Godsborough. in an interview tonight. said he favored the renomina tion of President Taft
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1912-12-26
Heating Stoves

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The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1912-12-26
SCULPTOR Receives Decoration.

Albert Jaegers. the sculptor of the
Baron Won Steuben statue, which was
recently presented by the United
States to Germany. has been decorated
with the Order OF the Eagle. fourth
class, in recognition of his merit. He
was born in Elberfield, Germany, in
1868. obtaining his education in the
public schools. Without wealth or in
fiuential friends he worked away in
the face of many discouraging features,
until, self-taught in art. he arrived at
the point where his creations COM
manded recognition He came to this
country several years ago to make his
home. and he has an attractive place
at Snfern. New York
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1912-12-26
CANADA HAS 5000 HINDUS
Worlds Fair Time Started
the immigration.

The present Hindu population oil
Canada numbers about 5000, all men,
for no women are allowed to accom-.
pany them to Canada or to follow
them after they have arrived and set.
tied.
These are resident entirely In Brit
ish Columbia and chiefly in the cities
OF Vancouver and Victoria and on the
farms In the neighborhood, where they
are industriously employed In the
many forms of manual labor. for
which they appear to have both spe-
cial adaptation and desire
! am Indebted to Dr. Sunder Singh.
the accredited agent for these people
In Canada, for the statement as to how
the eyes Of the Hindus were first
turned toward America and Canada
and the first beginnings of modern
emigration from India were inspired.
He says that the visit OF Hindu re-
ligious reformers to the great parlis-
ment OF religions which was held in
Chicago In connection with the worlds
fair hrst aroused these people to an
appreciation OF the advantages Of occi-
dental civilization and democratic In
situations.
The educational work carried on
by American missionaries In the high
schools Of India also prepared the way
for sowing OF good seed in ready
soil, the fruitage OF which turned the
eyes OF educated Hindus toward this
new world. Economic conditions In
India furthered movement of emf
grants to Canada in 1905, when and
until 1907 not few came
% this country.-Victoria Daily Times
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1912-12-26
IN UNITED STATES
Large Proportion Of American Work
men Unable to Maintain Eff
Client Standard Of Living.

An estimate was made some time
ago that New York family consist.
Ing of man, wife and three children
under fourteen could maintain a nor
NAL standard OF living on an annual
income Of 5000. Then the question
arose as to the number of families
whose income equaled that sum.
Scott Nearing. the economic writer
OF the University of Pennsylvania,
studied the question for many months
and in a book, Wages in the United
States" which was published recent
ly, he states the conclusion that a
large proportion of American work
men are unable to maintain an eff
Client standard OF living. Three
fourths Of the adult men and nineteen
twentieths of the adult women he
says, actually earn less than $500
year, or to give his conclusions moro
In detail, one-half OF the men are
earning less than $500 a year. three,
fourths less than 5000. nine-tenths
less than $500, while less than ten
per cent. receive more than that fig
ure. OF the women, one-ffth earn
less than 5000 annually and three
hfths less than 1925, while only one.
twentieth earn more than 5000.
To arrive at these figures Doctor
Nearing takes up various state wage
statistics. Massachusetts, New Jer-
sey, Kansas, Michigan, New Hamp-
'hire. Rhode Island and Pennsylvania
are considered, while special wage
reports from Wisconsin and Illinois
are included.
The Emmett index. [volume] (Emmett, Idaho) 1893-1925, 1912-12-26
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