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Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13
SUCCESS OF STATE FAIRS.
Evidences OF Progress Seen In South
Carolina and Georgia

The state fairs held In Batesburg
and Columbia. : c. and the one held
IN Macon. GA. have bcen remarkable
Successes when the interest OF the peo-
pie in an sections Of both states is
taken into consideration The fair at
Batesburg under the mana cement OF
Rev Richard Carroll Of Columbia.
who has made the state colored fairs
Of South Carolina unprecedented sue
ccsSes. and thr reccut state fair under
the presidency of Mr. Sawyer were
strong attractions for the progressive
Afro. Americans from every section OF
the Palmetto State.
The farmers In South Carolina and
Georgia take pride in sending exhibits
TO these fairs. and their various eS
hihits and live stock are favorably
commented upon by the white visitors
to the fairs Another phase OF these
fairs is the exhibits OF successful
and conservative financial movements
OF the race In these respective states.
Our people will continue 10 succeed as
long ms they work together and have
confidence in each other Who would
have Thought forty years ago that the
Negro would have his own banks and
a great insurance company like the
North Carolina Mutual Provideut as
sociation OF Durham. \. c.. with near
iy enough employees To raise regi.
ment? The daily press Of Georgia
and South Carolina commented AT
length IN the rise Of such organiZa-
tons to places among the safest in the
country Among the leading business
men who held exhibits NJ the differ
ent fairs were Mr.. John Merrick. Mr..
C. C. Spaulding. Or. A. NJ. Moore and
Mr.. ] II. Garner Evidences OF race
progress were seen in convincing
manner at ali OF the departments of
industry represented by both farmers
and mechanics.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13
GEADVILCE NOTES.

Within the last two weeks two of
our number, Daniel Kyles and Har-
vey Robinson, have died.
Mrs F. A White left this week for
ChiCago to visit her mother.
Mr.. Harvey Saunders, after an eN-
tended trip throughout Kansas, has
returned home and resumed his busi-
ness at the old stand
Mi Morgan Robinson has given up
his employment in the Carbonate
National bank. He and his wife have
left LCadville to reside in Denver.
In ,ommemoration of recent i'm
portaGt event. we are about to stage
a drama entitled The Abdication of
King Nenelik and Queen Sheba.'
Miss Mary Davis has the prerequis-
ties OF an accomplished musician. In
recital given at the Easum Conser-
vatory of Music last Friday, she dem
onstrated her musical ability, which
brought forth great applause.
Rev ]. S. Smith has been appointed
a general missionary of the Colorado
conference of the A. NJ. Il. church.
He will temporarily assume charge
of the work here.
Il is reported that Miss II. Jones is
rapidly advancing in her high school
studies and is we'll up on the list for
graduation. May success crown her
every effort.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13
SHORTER CHAPEL NOTES.

The church was never in greater
need for revival than now. Every
one should feel the need of a refresh
ing from the presence OF the Lord. In
view of this fact the church and con-
gregation will unite with Zion Baptist
church in series of meetings which
are now in progress at Zion church.
After two weeks meetings there, the
forces of the two churches will come
to Shorter and battle for Christ and
the church for two weeks Let there
be a united effort with an unbroken
front for the success of these meet
lngs. All weekly meetings are here
by suspended until this religious cam
paign closes.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13
MRS. ALICE ID. WEBB,
MRS. JOHN CONTEE,
MRS. ELIZA DISHMAN.

Denver, Colo, Dec IS, 1911.
Whereas, it has pleased our Heav-
emily Father TO remove from our midst
the husband of Mrs. Holly, our honor
airy member of this club;
Resolved. that we, with her. bow
with humble submission to the will of
the Most High;
Resolved. that her loss is heavens s
gain and that she has the holy joy of
knowing that she will see him again:
Resolved. that this club tender its
heartfelt sympathy to Mrs. Holly in
this her sad affliction:
Resolved, that these resolutions be
entered upon the minutes OF this club
and that a copy of them be sent to
the family. f.7s.sss -.s %
MRS. ALICE d. WEBB,
MRS. JOHN CONTEE,
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13
POSITION IN U. S. HOSPITAL.

Jason McLurkin, who has been re-
siding in this city for some time, has
received word from Washington that
he has passed the examination for po-
sitiou as attendant of the first class
in the United States army hospita
he left the city immediately for Fort
Ethan Allen, Vermont, general hos
pital being located there Mr.. Nc
Lurkin is graduate physician and
this position is the stepping stone to
commission in the army medical de-
partment
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13
IN MEMORlAM.

In loving memory of our darling
baby, Lorraine Agatha Carter, who
died Jan. II, 1911.
Because thy smile was fair,
Thy lip and eye so bright.
Because thy loving cradle care,
Was such n dear delight.
Loving parents, Mr.. and Mrs. ]. w.
Carter
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13
HAVE AN EXPERT PICK Yous
PIANO.

Prof. w. r. Edwards is salesman
for the Columbine Music Co. Consult
him foI bargains in all grades of of.
amos. Also tuning. Residence. 2e44
California, Phine Main S2s2. Don't
guess. Know that your investment is
good.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13
CLUB NOTES.

The Self Improvement and Social
club will meet on Monday. Jan. 15.
1912, with Mrs. Mildred Alternately,
223l Glenarm place.
Mrs. Mildred Alternately, president,
Lula Burrell, secretary.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13

A nickel will never buy more of
pleasure than it can at the Lorraine
Moving Picture Show at 725 Twenty
sixth avenue, just across from the
Five Points postoffice.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13
WANT ED.

Agents In and out of Denver want
ed TO sell woolen goods for the Liver
pool Woolen company of 2033 Champa
street. Phone Main 1884. Good com.
missions.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13

A nickel will never buy more of
pleasure than it can at the Lorraine
Moving Picture Snow at T25 Twenty
sixth avenue, just across from the
Five Points postoftice.
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13
SUNDAY Services

Preaching by the pastor at IL a. m.
and I:SO p. m. Sunday school, 10 a.
m. Allen C. E. League. $50 D. m.
Special efforts will be made in the
Sunday school looking to the saving
of the children
Franklin's paper the statesman., 1912-01-13

Hear the Peerless Trio at West
Brothers on Sunday evening from
to II O'Clock. latest music ey real
artists.
Evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1907-1913, 1912-09-07
ROSENONT TRIMS
!. NJ. c. A. TEAM
Hot Game Of Basket Ball
Played In The Gymnasium
Friday Night, Score
Being IS To Is

In a try-out contest at the Y, NJ. {.
A. last night, one OF the most exciting
basket ball games seen in the gym
nasium was pulled of. Tine tact that
it being a warm night and The Hl3s-
ers not in practice, made it quite an
interesting contest to witness. 4
number of tho lovers OF the sport bra.
ed the warm weather 10 see tie
Rosemonters trim the Y. NJ. {. \.
bunch. The Y. NJ c. j. put up a stiff
fight in the first half, the score beins
at the conclusion of same: 2o-12, but
Rosemont came back bard aud strons;
several of the Y. NJ {. \. fellows be
ing winded with the result at the
conclusion of game, the score Wls
Rosemont SO, Y. NJ. c. y. y.
Ware and Ramsey for 7. II. {. A.
end Westenhayer and Hannis put up
the best game for their respective
teams. The fans who failed to Wit
ness this first contest missed a good
game The Y. NJ. c. \. team this seat
son will be one Of the fastest teams
which over represented The associa-
Evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1907-1913, 1912-09-07

The members Of the Supreme Court
of Appeals of West Virginia, now in
session in Charles Town, will be taken
on a trip to Luray, Vao on Sunday,
returning to Charles Town ON Monday
evening to resume their session of the
court.
The trip viii be made in the auto
mobile Of Attorney w w. Downey. Of
ths city. with Mr. Downoy as chauf-
fel, and Che party viii be accompa-
MED BY Attorney J, 0. Henson, Of
Mmtinsb urE
Evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1907-1913, 1912-09-07
For Mendlnn Valuable elaaa.

Objects which would be disngured
by common cement may be securely
neHded with chrome cement. This is
mixture Of five parts Of gelatne 20
ore Of solution Of acid chromate Of
limo. The broken edges are covered
with this, pressed together and ex'
posed to the sunlight, the effect Of tho
latter being to render the compound
insoluble, even In boiling water
McGails Magazine.
Evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1907-1913, 1912-09-07
GUIDING APPLICATIONS.

Mr.. IL d fablar makes application
So Galdius permit to erect two
tory frame house, 2oX@o. estimated
about $i,460, on East Moler ave
me-; Mr.. H. Z. Johnson, to erect two.
cry brick dwelling 23X29 feet, es-
mated cost about $1,G0o ON Wiz.
chester avenue
Evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1907-1913, 1912-09-07
In Ancient DaYa.

The chimney corner was a favorita
place for early settlers when they
took their tobacco. Buckets were the
chief reliance Of the fire fighters.
When ar alarm was cried each clti-
zen grabbed his buckets and ran to
answer 1t. If he couldn't respond In
an instant he throw his buckets out
his window. and his neighbor picked
them up and carried them along.
Evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1907-1913, 1912-09-07

oldaa,s's ior sal4-5 cents 70 St
Evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1907-1913, 1912-09-07

hester avenue
Evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1907-1913, 1912-09-07
MartiHsburg, w. Va,
August 22nd, 1912.
NOTICE

To Whom It May Concern:
You, and each Of you, are hereby
notified that the undersigned has
applied for a franchise, right and
permission 10 the Mayor and Couu-
eli OF the City Of Martinsburg, to
construct, maintaih and operate a
toltbfiGge from a point on the
south side Of East Martin street,
Immediately opposite the Western
line of the b. & O. property facing
the north side Of East Martin
street, across the railroad tracks of
the b. < o. r. r., the Tuscarora
Creek, and coming out at point
where the Southern line of East
Martin street, extended, would N
tersect with the western line of
Center street; said bridge to be
constructed of iron and steel and
10 have a roadway for vehicles 20
feet wide and for foot passengers
feet vide; said application will
be heard by the City Council at
meeting to be held by it on the
23rd day Of September, 1912, more
than thirty days after the publica-
ton OF this notice.
Resp ctfully submitted,
IL II. EMMERT,
8 % I'm Attorney.
Evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1907-1913, 1912-09-07
ROYAL ERCANUk.

The Royal Arcanum viii meet In the
Blondel building every first and
third Friday in the month. Every
member il requested to be there
promptly at o'clock.
BY order Of the Regent. 94tf
Evening journal. [volume] (Martinsburg, W. Va.) 1907-1913, 1912-09-07
GOOD FOR CORN.

The present spell Of hot weather
is said to be splendid for late corn
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-17

should never be exceeded as then paree!s will not be forwarded.
 Parcels not exceeding II pounds il weight or r inches in circumference packed securely as per the former fourth class postal regulations, providing said parcel contains nothing marked exempted from parcels post, can be shipped by the parcels post The exempted articles in. clude whisky and all alcoholic liquors poisons. revolvers and pistols. internal machines and acids. All parcels comply ing with these regulations will be accept ed for mailing at all postoffiees and branch offices and on the rural mail ser- vice The law requires the use of dis tinctive parcel post stamps and under the terms of the law ordinary postage stamps will not pay postage on such matter. Each parcel must bear the name and ad- dress Of the sender; otherwise 1t will not be accepted for mailing. There are sev- eral other regulations, but these are the most important and if followed will make the postal officials happy and expedite the sending of any parcel.
 Tho method of sending any parcel s simplicity itself First, carefully weigh your parcel and wrap it up securely. Write the address plainly and your own address also; then take to any postoffice or branch postoffice or rural mall carrier
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-17

As has been previously announced the new parcels post act goes into effect Wednesday, January l. From the zone map which is herewith reproduced the people of Birmingham may see how much they will pay on parcels to the various zones. There are eight zones and every city, town, village and hamlet has eight separate and distinct zones. The official map which has juSt come from Washington shows the zones numbered in circles to and number l gone is placed in Birmingham on this nia2 because this is a Birmingham map. When the map of Ishkooda comes out zone l will be in Ishkooda-in other words every city. town or village is zone for parcels originating at that point
 Zone in the case Of Birmingham mesns a circle 50 miles from the central unit of Birmingham: zone 2. is 50 to l5o miles; zone 3, 150 to 300 miles; zone I. 300 to coo miles; zone ,. 600 to 1000 miles; zone 6. 1OeO to 14o0 miles, zone '. 400 to 1900 miles {: zone S. all points further. including Alaska, Hawaiian Islands and the Philip pines The map also shows a number of numbered squares-these squares are 30 minutes square or 90 nautical miles
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-17
HEAVILY FOR
 "TOT|NG" PISTOLS Judge Fort Gives Sentences of $500 and Three Months
 Imprisonment

Joe Green, white man, who gained considerable notoriety in connection with the Lewisburg cases was fined $500 on a charge of violating the revenue law. and $25O fine and three months Imprisonment for carrying concealed pistol by Judge w. E. Fort in the second division of the criminal court yesterday
 J. A. Cobb of Bessie Mines was fined s250 and given three months impris- onment on charge of concealed weap- ons.
 Noah Bains plead guilty to the same charge and was fined $50
 The charges against these men grew out of raid made recently on Sunday, in which 14 white men were arrested in the western part of the county. Of those arrested no less than seven had u pistol in his hip pocket and in addition to the gaming charge an additional one of carrying concealed weapons was entered. Those accused of gaming got off with a fine of st0 and costs Those tried for carrying concealed weapons were given the above sentence. There are several more to be tried on the same charge. Judge Fort. in pronounce ing the punishment, stated that the ear ryng of pistols must be stopped, as 1t was an offence that led to the commits sion of many other crimes often of a serious nature He attributed much of the crime in the county to this practice and said 1t must be stopped, as with the lessenlng of the serious crimes the minor ones could be better suppressed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-17
ROHN APPEALS ID
 SUPREME COURT Convicted of Murder of Mrs. Kate Herring at
 East Lake

After consultation with his attorneys, Messrs. Gaston X Pettus, Harry Rohn, convicted of the murder of Mrs. Kate Herring, filed notice of appeal yesterday and the sentence of Imprisonment for life as fixed by the jury was suspended. The defendant was brought before Judge " E. Fort yesterday and when asked whether he had anything to say why the sentence should not be imposed, he replied that he was not guilty and that he desired an appeal Notice of ap- peal was formally filed by defendants attorneys, and the sentence suspended by the judge. The defendant was informed that in the event of a second conviction for murder in the first degree. the case might result in the death penalty. He in sisted on the appeal, however and made a written request to that effect which he filed with his attorneys.
 At the same session Judge Fort sen- tenced W. C. Stewart. colored, to life im- prisonment in the penitentiary, he having been tried and convicted of the murder of fellow convict while serving a ten years sentence for burglary.
 A number of other persons convicted of minor offenses were sentenced.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-17
AID CLUB TO GIVE
 POT-LUCK LUNCHEON

Speculation is rife concerning the outcome of the ''pot-luck" luncheon of the Birmingham Ad club at the Empire cafe this afternoon. beginning at o'clock. On account of the rush of the biggest Christmas business Birming- ham has enjoyed in many years. no sci speeches will be delievred at the lunch con, and all that will be said will be of an impromtu nature. Since greatness has been revealed In many men under just such conditions. something out of the ordinary is anticipated
 The news bulletins will be read as usual The clubs officials are anxious that the members do not break an un- usual record of well attended weekly luncheons, and every member is urged to be on hand when the first light is turned on at 1 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-17

and buy the requisite parcel post stamps Attach these to package and give to pos tai official where you buy stamps. You have to bring your parcel to the post office. owing to the very limited appro- priation for the Inauguration of the par eels post in the postoffiee department. Later the Postmaster General hopes to provide boxes on the streets like those at present in use for larger mail pack ages. but at present tho parcels must be brought to the nearest postoffice The postoffice department will however de- liver all parcels wherever the mail car riers are routed to go. Where no mail carrier goes notice will be sent and no- tifled person must then come for the parcel
 Parcels can also be insured by buying a tag. costing 10 cents. which will be at tached to parcel at postoffice. This in- suraice is limited to q liability of $50 on the part Of the government.
 At the local posto1ice for the conven- fence of the Birmingham public, Post master Aldrich has arranged the parcels post division so that all persons can buy their stamps and ship their parcels IT the same place, thus causing no confu- sion. There is at present no need of buy ing stamps elsewhere. as you nave to bring your parcel to the postoffice.
 The government will soon place on sale in all it's postoffices maps and rate books that will prove of great information to the general public.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-17
CLEAR SIDEWALKS!
 SAYS MR. EXUM The Commission President States Blocked Sidewalks
 Hinder Shoppers

Standing at the corner of Nineteenth street and Second avenue yesterday Culpepper EXum of the city commission observed the sidewalks blocked with hat boxes, barrels. moving picture signs, workmens platforms, signboards of various descriptions and other ob- structions. He immediately called q police officer and instructed him to notify all merchants that the sidewalks were not for such purposes and. effec- tive this morning. arrests would be made for any such violations.
 Mr. EXum seemed to be rather sur prised over the perfect abandon in util- izing the sidewalks for packing space and personally notified one concern to free the walks of boxes at once
 Mr. Exum impressed upon the officer stationed at the Florence hotel the ex- treme necessity of having the sidewalks free during the holidays and gave strict instructions for a clean up."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-17
FOG IS CAUSE 0F
 STREET GAR WRECK
Hugh Scales and Several Other Persons Injured
 Near POwderly

A number of people were more or less painfully injured yesterday morning when a South Bessemer car crashed into Powderly ear at Elizabeth station on the West End car line at 7;So o'clock The accident is attributed to the dense fog and to, mix up in signals.
 Hugh Scales. the florist, living at Schillinger station on the West End car line. was knocked unconscious by the collision and was taken to near by house where he was treated by physician He was later removed to his home His injuries consist for the most part of cuts received from flying pieces of glass. He was resting easily last night. C. T.. Markell was also slightly injured.
 Several negroes in the front of the car received ugly cuts and bruises but no one was dangerously injured. The accident tied up car traffic on the West End car line for over an hour. Both cars were badly damaged the Powder ly car coming toward Birmingham and the Bessemer car being on it's way to Bessemer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-17
Marriage Licenses Issued

Tie following marriage licenses were issued yesterday in the office of the pro- bate clerk:
 James II. Land or Birmingham and Mrs. Bell Bethea
 l.. D. Dupuy of East Lake and Miss Rose M. Gilbert.
 Rollin D. Goetz of Birmingham and Miss Mary Francis 41rake.
 Lee Bullock of Shades Valley and Miss Ada Brasher
 c. L. Walters of Birmingham and Miss Magnolia Stubbs.
 W. H. Bush of Piper and Mrs. S. E.. Courtney.
 A L. Ham of Birmingham and Miss Juliet Chamberlain.
 Sol Ross of Birmingham and Miss Eva Gilmore
 Alex Murray, Jr.. of Adamsville, and Miss Beatrice bimball.
 William T. Warren of Birmingham and Miss odessa SummervilIe.
 W. F. o'Brien of Birmingham and Miss Eunise Hire.
 W. E. Lewis of Enslcy and Miss Mar garet Gray. Joe cavassa of Republic and Miss Fran cesca Bambino.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-17
Real Estate Transfers

Deeds were placed on record yesterday in the office of the probate clerk, showing the following transfers of real estate, the consideration being 5000 or more:
 S14Oo-Mrs. l. H. Dandridge ct al to A. C. Robinson, lots 19, 20, in block 20. ec- oording to the plans and surveys of the Ensley Land company.
 $24O0-George N. Roane and wife to J. w. McDaniell, a tract of land in the southwest quarter of the northwest quar- ter of section 13. township T., range 3 west, according to the plans and surveys of Jefferson county.
 s40OO-R. E. Tyler and wife to A. W. +. 15, in block 9, according to the plans and surveys of the fourth addition to Birmingham by the Birmingham Realty company.
 s20O0-C. H. Mosely to Mrs. N C. Free man, part of the northeast quarter of the northwest quarter and part of the north west quarter of the northeast quarter of section 9. township IS. range 3 west ac- cording to the plans and surveys of Jeff ferson county.
 sl1O0-L. Grafton to Richard H. Chard, lots 27 and 2S. in block 264, according to the plans and surveys of the North Bir- mngham Land company.
 sl75O-John l.. Davis and wife to Mrs Mary D. Steen, part of lots l and in biock l2, according to the plans and sur veys of Tharpe Place.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-17
TAX COMMISSION
 MEETS WITH BOARD
Intention Was to Take Up Appealed Cases But Must Await Supreme
 Court Decision

Lee Long. chairman, and Judge A. A. Evans of the state tax commission met yesterday morning with the board of revenue of Jefferson county in reference to the tax cases appealed by the tax com mission from the circuit court. No busi- ness @,s transacted, however. as the eases are still pending before the supreme covet. On motion of Judge Evans the commission adjourned until the middle of January.
 The meeting yesterday was set by the commission immediately after Judge E. C.. Crows decision in the rule nisi proceed ing, when an appeal was taken to the supreme court. At that time 1t was thought the supreme court would hand down decision by the middle of Decem- Der, hence the meeting yesterday.
 The joint meeting of the commission and the board of revenue lasted only a few minutes, as with the present status of the case nothing can be done until the su- preme court makes known. its decision.