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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
LEADERS REFUSE
 TO SUPPORT BRYAN
 AGAINST PARKER
(Continued From Page one)

-~~~----~~~-~-~~~~~-~>~-~> national convention. especially Judge Parker His telegram follows:
 "You may be right, but as Judge Parker as member of the commit tee on resolutions from the state of New York, at the national convention at Denver. helped to report our plat form of 1908 and as he came to In- diana that year to advocate your elec- tion and mine and as he returned in 1910 to advocate the election of Sem ator Kern, I do not see how his selec- tion as temporary chairman will result in a reactionary platform in 1912. I am not a delegate to the convention and as the choice of the party in Indiana for the nomination for President, I deem 1t inappropriate for me to at tempt to dictate to the lawfully consti- tuted party authority who shall or who shall not preside at the convention"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22

Apropos of the great interest in the works of the distinguished French sculptor Houdon stimulated in. this sountry by the Doucet sa!e. 1t became known that Representative Jefferson .,i Levy, of New York. owns re- narkablc bust of Was .on from the studio of that master.
 Mir. Levy's Houdon he has shown b a few friends. It ls : bronze, which he says wae made from the orlgine small model o~ ''.r rtatue of Washing ten made by Houdop which is in the Capitol at Richmond. Va. Houdon once visited this country, where he m de the studies for the work. and the mission was given to him at the suggestion of Thomas Jefferson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
CLAY ELEPHANT
 COMES ID LIFE Taft Spends Day Talking With Friends and Play
 ing Golf

Washington, June 21.-A little elephant of blue clay. the work of young ad- mirer of President Taft. today caused some amusement and brought encourage ment to public officials here who are in ttensely interested in the political doings at Chicago.
 The elephant came to the White HouEe last week with his trunk hanging be- tween his knees He reposed peacefully on the desk of an assistant secretary and was called by all who saw him 'G. O. P" Today one of the assistant secre- taries was astonished when he looked at his charge. Instead of the image of a peaceful beast. he saw an angry looking animal, trunk over his head and curled back, with nostrils distended as if about to trumpet. Grave deiberation among att taches and the few callers, however, brought the conclusion that hardening of the clay was a good omen for the President and might furnish him com fort
 MT. Taft left political matters today largely to his managers in Chicago. He discussed developments In the convention with his cabinet briefly, talked with one political observer and played golf. He read bulletins from the front before he started to the links with his son, Robert and after he returned tonight was much interested in the voting the convention had done.
 White House officials and members of the cabinet made 1t plain that until the situation in Chicago clarifies the Presi- dents remarks on politics would be con fined largely to the private wire which goes to the ear of his secretary, MT Hilles. at Chicago.
 In taking this position the President has the approval of many of his official family. They believe that now is the time for him to allow others to do the talking.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
DELEGATES FROM
 CAL. ENTHUSIASTIC

Chicago. Juno 21.-The California delegation held a midnight executive conference tonight to determine upon procedure in connection with the pro- posed progressive party" Governor Johnson was in charge of the meet ing. No statement was given as to what took place. but 1t was said the entire delegation Is enthusiastically in favor of new party, differing only as to plans for it's formation. One mem Der of the delegation stated that If the proposed plan of a mass meeting in Chicago of Roosevelt supporters im- mediately at the close of tho conven- tien were followed. california's rep resentatives would attend to a man.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
RECEIVERS ARE APPOINTED
 FOR ALABAMA CONSOLIDATED


of Newark, N. J.. and Harry Coffin of Harrison, N. J., as receivers for the Alabama Consolidated Coal and Iron company The application for appoint ment of receivers was made by the American and British Manufacturing company of New York. alleging in- solvency. The Alabama Consolidated Coal and Iron company has capital stock of s750,000. and Is located in the Birmingham mining district.
 The assets and liabilities of the com pany are not stated in tho petition for the appointment of receivers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
Interesting-Parker

Rochester June 21.--At the conclu- sion of his summary in the United States Independent Telephone company case in the city this afternoon, Judge Alton B. Parker. selected for tempor- ary chairman of the democratic con- vention, was shown a copy of the mes- sage that w. J. Bryan had wired to prominent democrats throughout the country.
 Judge Parker read the message through carefully.
 sIt is very interesting" he said. He scanned the names of the governors to whom the message had been sent. He read the names of Governors Will son, Burne, Foss, Baldwin and Mayor Gaynor.
 "It is very interesting" he repeat ed. but I have no comment to offer. It has been my policy to remain silent for the past few months"
 He mentioned, however, that he planned to begin work on his address as temporary chairman on the New York train tonight.
 He left this city for New York early in the evening.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
BANDITS DISGUISED
 AS SOLDIERS, LOOT

Hong Kong, June 2l.-Bandits disguised as soldiers have footed 47 shops in Can ton and detachment of British troops has been rushed from Tong Kong to guard shamen, the foreign settlement Reports that foreigners were killed in the fight ing after the footing have not been con- firmed. Reserves are being held here to proceed to Canton if necessary. It is said that business in Canton is paral- yzed. The gates of the city are closed md strong guards patrol the streets.
 The British gunboat Rosario left here sodav for Shamen to strengthen the fleet TT. There are Il warships at Shamen.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
GAS EXPLOSION
 ON YACHT FATAL

New London, Conn, June 1.--Mrs Helen Van Rensslaer Jarvie, aged 39 wife of James N. Jarvie of Montclair, N. J.. was killed this afternoon by an explosion aboard the yacht Christiania of Boston, shortly after tho close of the Yale-Harvard varsity boat race. Mrs. Jarvie was lying down in her stateroom was mutilated. No one else aboard was injured. Ii Is believed the explosion was caused by gas.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
ABRAHAM SMILER
 KILLS HIS WIFE

Cincinnati, June 21.-Abraham ssmiler, 46. shot and killed his wife here late tonight, giving as the cause for the murder that she stole 5000 from him yesterday. He fired five bull lets into her body.
 Policemen found the woman lying on her bed In pool of blood her hus- band standing over her with revolver in his hand. He readily admitted the killing.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
EX-SENATOR FRAZIER
 IS MUCH IMPROVED

chattanooga. June 21.-Physicians at- tending ex-senator James B. Frazier, who is ill of acute appendicitis, at 10 o'clock tonight issued the following bulletin: nsenator Fraziers condition Is more fa- vorable today than at any time since his illness, though his condition is still serious.
 "R l.. FORT.
 HAMMOND WALLACE,
 JAMES H. ATLEE."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
Wilson Is Silent

seagrt. N. j., June 21.--Gov. Wood row Wilson said here this evening that he had received from W. J. Bryan the telegram asking hIm to join in move ment to prevent the election of Judge Parker as temporary chairman of the Baltimore convention and that he would answer 1t at once. but he de- clined to give any intimation as to the tenor of. his reply. He was perfect ly willing that Mir Bryan make his reply public as soon as 1t was received. the governor said.
 It was his practice, Governor Will son said. that any communication from him be left to the recipient to give out and he would have to adhere to his practice in this instance.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
WETUMPKA MAN
 ON COMMITTEE

Detroit, Mich. June 21.-Election of of ficers and the selection of Jacksonville. Fla. as next years meeting place brought to a close today the annual convention of the National Retail Hardware assoca- tion. Among e-presidents chosen is l.. l.. Mitchell of Merrilton. Ark. and J. R. Gamble of Wetumpka, Ala, was elected member of the executive com mittee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
Marse Henry Protests

Louisville, June 21.-In a lengthy tele- gram to Chairman Mack of the national democratic committee at Baltimore today. Henry Waterson makes plea for har- mony in the democratic ranks and is- sues warning against the outcome of a struggle within the party.
 No fair objection to the choice of Parker can be registered" he said.
 Continuing he says:
 You know I favored another But the times require for the democrat pooling of issues and house cleaning of disturb. anees. I sincerely hope Mfr. Bryan will see the force of this. I am his friend We want not at Baltimore a repetition of the disgrseeful scenes being enacted at Chicago. fear if Mir. Bryan should be the nominee he will not only raise tho standard of factionalism higher. but Will
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
Nothing to Add

Chicago. June 21.-Mr. Bryan. when in- formed of Judge Parker's acceptance said he had nothing to add to his former com ment. He remarked. however, that thus far only a subcommittee had dealt with them. The full national committee and the convention had still to act
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
aI Always Dream of Billy"

Chicago, June 2.-Durng the interms- sion Mir. Bryan passed down to the rear of the hall with former Governor War moth of Louisiana 10 meet Mrs. War moth. He was eheered all the way and the band played, "I Always Dream of Billy"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
Baldwin Has No Comment

New Haven. Conn. June 21.--Gov Simeon E. Baldwin upon returning to his home tonight from Noroton. Conn, said that he had not yet received the telegram from William J. Bryan. Governor Bald win declined to discuss the matter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
Murphy Arrives in Baltimore

Baltimore. June H.-The headquarters of the New York delegation became cen ter of interest tonight when Charles F. Murphy arrived from New York with sey- eral New York politicians. As the con- trollers of % convention votes unhamper- cd by instructions or pledges. the New York leaders occupy a position of i'm. portance in convention deliberations and their arrival created a stir.
 With Mir. Murphy were George F. Pal mer. chairman of the New York demo- cratic state committee. and John F. Me Cooey the Brooklyn leader. MT. Murphy had absolutely nothing to sav.'
 Judge Parker is expected here tomor- row. Senator O'Gorman of New York, who ->,rived before the Tammany dele- gation. said:
 'I am for Mayor Gaynor for President" He added there will be no split in the New York delegation over Alton B. Parker for temporary chairman.l
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
Michaux Heads Travellers

Peoria. H.. June 2i.--Daniel ". Michaux of Houston, Tex. was elect O. president of the Travellers Protec- tive association at tho national con- vention today. Walter Saunders of Richmond, Va. was chosen first vice president. Richmond. Va. was selected as tho convention city for 1913
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
Parker Accents

Rochester. June 21.--Judge Parker has accepted the temporary chairmanship of the democratic national convention.
 Judge Parker said he planned to begin work on his address tonight on the train to New York.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
Fire Destroys Electra

Electra. Tex. June H.--Almost half of the business section of Electra was de- stroyed by fire early today The loss is estimated at 3l00.0Co.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
Do No Harm, Says Dix

New York, June Ex-Governor Dix, who was in the city on his way to the Balti- more convention, said that his opinion, the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22

EXCURSION TICKETS TO BALTIMORE VIA SOUTHERN RAILWAY ALLOW srOPOvER AT WASHINGTON.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22

run the risk of indorsing a second Roose- welt and surely one Roosevelt is enough for all time and both parties"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22
H. S. MATTHEWS OF BIRMING- HAM, PRESIDENT OF COM PANY, NAMED ONE OF RE- CEIVERS BY CHANCELLOR WALKER

Trenton, N. J.. June 21.--Chancellor Walker, In the court of chancery to- day, appointed Harrison s. Matthews of Birmingham. Ala. Halsey ". Barrett
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-06-22

selection of Judge Parker as temporary chairman, Will not work to the prejudice of any candidate or to the advantage of any faction
 As to the probable nominees. the gov ernor said he regarded the situation as an absolutely open race.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-11-14
". H. HANCOCK
 DIES IN TEXAS

News has been received here of the death of Capt. w. H. Hancock, which occurred at his home in Crystal City, Tex. The remains will be brought to Conway and inferred in the family lot Oak Grove cemetery. Funeral ser vices will be announced later. Capt. Hancock was born in Mississippi Octo- Der 23, 1S40 He was twice married, the first wife being Miss Matilda Lindsay, who died in 1904. Four chil- dren were born to this union. Mrs. Frank Morgan, Jr., c. M., G. G. and Miles Hancock, all of this city survive him. He was lifelong member of the Presbyterian church, good man and fond father, and much sympa- thy is felt for his bereaved ones.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-11-14
JUDGE ". |. MOOSE
 NAMES ASSISTANT
From Fridays Da;lv.

Judge w. L. Moose, who will go in- to office in January as attorney gen. eral of Arkansas, announced yester- day that he has appointed John P. attorney general. MT. Streepey will succeed Assistant Attorney General w. H. Rector, who will go to Fort Smith to engage in the practice of law.
 Mr. Streepey was born in Hot Springs, and is 31 years old. He is a graduate of the University of Ar kansas, being member of the class of 1903 and a graduate of the law de- partment of the university in 1906. He has been engaged in the practice of law in Little Rock since 1896, and is a member of the law firm of Terry, Downie & Streepey. He is also city attorney of Pulaski Heights, and was called upon to unite many legal knots encountered by that growing city. Mr. Streepey was married to Miss Susie Hicks of. Lonoke in 1906. As assist ant attorney general much of the rou- tine work in appellant cases and pre- pairing briefs for the state will fall upon him, together with the duty of giving legal opinions to the various state officials and commissions that are not handled personally by the at torney general.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-11-14
FOURTH C|NNERS'
 REPORT IS FILED
S,849,898 BALES NOV. 1
NUMBER OF BALES GINNED FALLS OVER ONE MILLION
 BELOW LAST YEAR.

Washington, Nov 9.-The fourth cotton-ginning report of the season, compiled from reports of census bu- reau's correspondents and agents throughout the cotton belt, issued at 10 a. m., yesterday by Director E. Dana Durand, announced that 8,S49,- 898 bales of cotton, counting round as half bales, of the growth of 1912 had been ginned prior to November 1. To that date last year 9,970,905 bales, or 64.1 per cent of the entire crop, had been ginned; in 1908, to that date s., 191 ,557 bales, or 62.6 per cent of the crop had been ginned, and in 1906 to that date 6,906,395 bales, or 532 per cent of the crop had been ginned.
 Included in the total ginnings were 55,817 round bales, compared with 68,313 bales last year, 81,183 bales in 1910, 109,6 bales in 1909, and 149, 866 bales in 1908.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-11-14
CONWAY DEFEATS
 1. R. COLLEGE GAME HERE SATURDAY
BY SCORE OF 28 TO 0.-FIRST TOUCHDOWN MADE AFTER
 THREE MINUTES PLAY.
From Mondays Daily

From Mondays Daily
 The Conway High School defeated Little Rock College here Saturday by an overwhelming score of 28 to 0 in one of the most exciting games ever seen on a Conway football field.
 Conway's goal was never in danger Conway made her first touchdown in three minutes after the referee blew his whistle.
 Little Rock kicked and Conway re- turned the ball to the collegians' 45- yard line. On a series of line bucks and end runs, Conway carried the oval to Little Rocks 10-yard line Shaw then went over tackle for a touchdown. Stanley failed to kick goal.
 Allison made the next touchdown on forward pass. Heiligers failed to kick goal. In the second quarter Shaw received a pass from Clark and crossed Little Rocks line for the third touchdown, Allison failing to kick goal The score at the end of the first half was, Conway IS, Little Rock O.
 The second half opened with Little Rock receiving. The collegians fail ing to make downs, the ball went over. Conway carried the ball to Lit tie Rocks 35-yard line, and with but one minute to play, Stanley kicked a field goal.
 In the field quarter, Hailey inter- cepted forward pass and ran 40 yards for touchdown. Haley kick ed goal
 The forward pass was used by both teams effectively. Conway was pen
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-11-14
BRILLIANT SOCIAL EVENT.

Mrs. E. E. Mitchell was hostess Wednesday afternoon for a number of the ladies of the city, entertaining with a reception and linen shower for bride At the doors the guests were met by Shelby Mitchell, youngest son of the hostess, and Melbourne Moose, dressed in pages costumes of pink satin. Escorted to the parlor the la dies were presented by Mrs. J. s. Moose to the receiving line, at the head of which stood the hostess. Next was Miss Moose, the honoree, then Mrs. M H. Dean, Miss Linnie Bur TOW, Miss Dove Harton, Mrs. w. B. Stark and Mrs. w. o. Wilson, these three ladies from Conway; Mrs. Nor man Totten of Toronto, Can, and Mrs. Dore of New York City. After presentation and brief informal pc riOd, during which Misses Julia Tur- ner, Reba and May Bentley and Mrs.
 W p. SdLolC tiiISl Idlicd llI Nllil both vocal and instrumental music, the hostess, with one of her charac- teristic original poems, presented Miss Moose with some of the hand somest line that has been given here for some time. The linen was shown in the library, where the color scheme of red was carried out in autumn leaves and scarlet sage, and was pre- sided over by Mrs. J. C. Halcombe After the presentation the pages es- corted Miss Moose, with Miss Harton, to the dining room, where they pour ed coffee and hot chocolate, while Misses Lula Doyle Baird and Lucille Frisby served a salad course. This room was decorated in white and pink, fluffy crysanthemums and roses being used and all presenting most artist ic appearance. In presenting the gifts Mrs. Mitchell recited:
 "To the bride-t -to-be, so fair and sweet,
 We bring loving gifts to lay at her
 feet;
 Not of silver and gold, but linen pure
 and white,
 Worked with stitches of love- When in that home so far away
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-11-14
PRESCRIPTION
For a Long Life.

This is the prescription for long life given by an old gentleman in Con- necticut, who is ninety-nine years old and still well and cheerful, Live temperately, be slow to anger, don't worry, take plenty of exercise in the fresh air, and, above all, keep cheer full"
 Should the system get run down digestive organs weak-the blood thin and sluggish, take Vinol, which is a delicious combination of the medicine bodybuilding properties of cod3' flyers. with the useless grease elimi- hated and tonic iron added. We re- gard Vinol as one of the greatest body-builders and strength-creators in the world for aged people.
 Mrs. Mary Ivey, of Columbus, Ga, says: eff people only knew the good Vinol does old people, you would be unable to supply the demand; it is the finest tonic and strength-creator l ever used"
 We wish every feeble old per son in this vicinity would try Vinol on our agreement to return their money if it fails to give satisfaction.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-11-14
10 DISCUSS PLANS FOR
 HENDRIX DORMITORY
From Fridays Daily.

From Fridays Daily.
 An important meeting of the exec utive committee of Hendrix College IS being held in the presidents office at the college this afternoon to dis cuss plans for the dormitory to be erected on the campus. Chas. l.. Thompson, a prominent architect of Little Rock, is here and will submit plans for the consideration of the committee. Among those present are Governor George w. Donaghey and L. B. Leigh of Little Rock, W. R.. Stuck of Jonesboro, Dr. James Thom- as of Texarkana, Rev. J. W. Paris of Forrest City, Rev. F. s. H. John ston and V. D. Hill, resident mem bers. A full report of the meeting will be given later.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-11-14
FUNERAL OF CAPT. W.
 H. HANCACK HELD TODAY
From Mondays Daily.

From Mondays Daily.
 The funeral of the late Capt W. H. Hancock, who died last Thursday at Crystal City, Tex, was held at the Presbyterian church at 3 o'clock this afternoon, services conducted by the pastor, Dr. c. H. Steen. The inter- ment was in the family lot at Oak Grove cemetery. The pall-bearers were: A. J. Loveless, John Dunaway, T. R. Douglass, w. D. Cole, Sr., w. T. Fason and J. M. Denison, all old Confederate soldier friends of the de- ceased. Mrs. w. H. Hancock accom- panied the remains from their home in Texas, and G. A. Hancock, broth CT of Capt Hancock, and Mrs. Lula Baisy and daughter, Flora, and Mes danes Booth and Sims of Little Rock came up to attend the funeral.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-11-14
FIVE ATHLETES
 IRE SUSPENDED
From Mondays Daily.

From Mondays Daily.
 That accepting a gift for winning a baseball game with a timely rap is violation of the rules of the Arkan- sas Athletic Association was forciblv impressed on the minds of four ath- letes of Arkansas at a special meet ing of the executive committee of the association, held Saturday night at the Hotel Marion. Three players, stars of the Fordyce high school team, were suspended until June 1, 1913, from all games played under the auspices of the Arkansas Athletic Association. They were Clarence Holder, fullback; Jewell Carter, quarter, and George Harper, right half.
 In the college division, Clyde Ellis of the Hendrix team was suspended until June l, 1913, for accepting a purse of S3 for winning a baseball game played at Camden in 1910. FL lis acknowledged to having received the purse, when by catching a long fly he saved the game for Camden.
 Earl Watson of the Henderson team was also suspended until satis- factory proof of his innocence is fur nished. He was charged with receiv- ing a purse for timely hit in a game at Morrilton July 4, 1911, and for receiving $1 for playing a game at Russellville August ', 1912.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-11-14
ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED.

J. Albert Kirven of Columbus, Ga, announces the engagement of his daughter, Annie, to Fred Gordy, the marriage to take place at the home of the bride November 26. Mir Gordon is manager of the Plunkett- J arrel Grocery Company, and will continue to make this city his home.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-11-14

Mrs. Joseph Frauenthal left this morning for Hot Springs, where she will attend the A. F. w. c. conven- ton at the state fair. Before return ing home she will go to Earl for district federation meeting.
The log cabin Democrat., 1912-11-14
COUNTY RETURNS
 ARE COMPLETED
JACOWAY LEADS TICKET
DEMOCRATS CARRY EVERY TOWNSHIP BUT FOUR IN
 FAULKNER COUNTY.
From Fridays Daily.

From Fridays Daily
 Returns from all the townships in Faulkner county are now in. The le- suit shows that the Democrats carried every township in the county but four Mathews, Enola and Walker. Congressman H. M. Jaco- way lead the ticket, carrying the county by very large majority.
 The following are the returns from all townships not previously re- ported: