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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
CRIMINAL COURT
 BEGINS FALL TERM
Judge Smith Takes Up Cases From Police Court
 This Morning

Both divisions of the criminal court took mp the doekets set for yesterday and the fall term Is now on.
 Judge Samuel E. Greene is presiding in the first division, but did not try any cases yesterday as with one exception the cases set were continued for cause. The only case disposed of was that of Henry Fields negro, accused of the laIceny Of a bicycle, who plead guilty to the charge and was given a sentence of one year in the penitentIary.
 Judge Frank W. Smith took up the mis- demeanor docket in the second division. Although there were 40 cases set for the day, not one appeared, and Judge Smith ordered forfeitures taken In each case. This morning Judge Smith will take up the appealed cases from the city police court, of which there are several hum dred, many of them appeals froel eonyic- tons of violating the prohibition law. Att torney Robert J. Wheeler has been em- pioyed by the city to prosecute these cases. and Judge Lane has requested Chief of Police Bodeker to detail special officers to assist Mr. Wheeler in getting evidence
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
I'M. O." LEAGUE ONCE
 MORE GETS ACTIVE
Conference Held Yesterday to Renew Efforts for Municipal Owner
 ship in Birmingham

Tn response to call issued by the president. Dr. A. J. Dickinson and the secretary, J. A. Rountree, the executive committee of the Municipal Ownership league met yesterday afternoon in the directors room of the Chamber of Commerce and laid the groundwork for . fresh campaign in behalf of munic- ipal ownership of public utilities. A resolution was adopted calling upon the voters to cast their ballots against the waterworks contract in the cleo tion of Monday and another was adopt ed calling upon the 2200 members of the league to rally now for vigorous campaign in behalf of municipal own ership.
 When the Municipal Ownership league was organized several years ago it attained membership of over 220G and carried on an active campaign which eliminated in the passage of Legislation opening the way for the mu nicipal ownership of waterworks. The officers now feel that the time is ripe to renew the fight and the election of Monday will be followed by a cam paign which, 1t is claimed, will reach every part of Greater Birmingham and which will be kept, up, the officers say, until the fight Is won.
 The league took an active part in the successful fight made last year to defeat the sale of the North Birming ham waterworks plant The executive committee, which filled three vacancies yesterday afternoon by electing Leon w. Friedman, B. H. Cooper and George Huddleston. consists of these three and pr. A. J. Dickinson, J. A. Rountree, J. D. Collins, pr. Byron Dozier and At ticus Mullin.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
NEGRO HELD UP ON
 SOUTH HIGHLANDS
Simon Philips Relieved of His Money and Shoes at Highland and
 Beech Street

Simon Philips, a well known negro eardener and lawn builder, was held up yesterday by two negro hishwaymen on Beech street and Highland avenue and robbed of 75c and a pair of shoes. The robbery occurred about o'clock in the afternoon as the negro was emerging from the woods at the end of Beech street. Philips states that the two highwaymen were concealed in the underbrush and as he passed one of them sprang up and covered him with a gun while the other went through his pockets. Finding only 75 cents on his person they made him take off his shoes, which they appro- priated and warning him to make no out cry, decamped over the mountain.
 Philips was badly scared and did not move until the robbers had disappeared. He went to the nearest house, that of R. E. Collins. and reported the robbery. Mrs. Collins gave the negro a pair of shoes and he came to town and reported the occurrence.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
NORWOOD CITIZENS
 MAY CALL MEETING
Plan Is Suggested of Secur- ing Two Privately Paid
 Policemen

Citizens of Norwood contemplate em blowing couple of private policemea to guard against nocturnal adventurers It is not unlikely that a mass meeting to discuss the matter will be called early rext week.
 Walter Moore, although a former all derman, Is the originator of the mass meeting and it has found concurrenc |, from such men as John McCartin, the well known contractor; J. R. Copeland. the we'll known manufaeturer, and others whose homes have been in peril from time to time. They are among those in terested in the movement and all three of them yesterday said inasmueh az ing will more than likely be called dur ing the next few days.
 Mir. Copeland said yesterday that for one he feared that the thieves infesting that neighborhood would "swipe" the porch lights from the home of Chief George H. Bodeker. who is resident of that neighborhood.
 The action of these citizens Is the re suit of the definite statement of Com
 
 cumstances would there be employed any additional policemen at this time. on ac- count of the financial condition of the city. Mir. Moore said yesterday that the call for the mass meeting was being pre- r2red carefully and would set forth the conditions as they exist in his neigh borhood and the means that are to be put forth to protect the citizens thers from criminals.
 John McCartin is not strong after policemen. but Is rather inclined to be- ieve that more electric lights in that community would serve the purpose of he citizens better. He pointed out yes terday that with the annual salary of the policeman there could be installed many electric lights and that was the real solution of the problem In that section.
 In the meantime Commissioner Lane al the head of the police department. re- affirms his statement that the local force Is entirely capable of upholding the laws He was yesterday informed of the pro posed mass meeting in Norwood, but said he did not have anything to say in reference to 1t. Judge Lane also re affirmed his intention of issuing a state ment soon showing that the local force was the best in the country.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
AT THE HOTELS

C. N. Wiley of Ragland, K. E. Todd of Atlanta and H. M. Spitz of Atlanta are registered at the Hillman.
 M. Frank of Nashville, w. J. Galloway of Sheffield and T. W. Palmer of Monte vallo are among those stopping at the Florence.
 J. A. Miller of Hartselles E. J Brick of Mobile and F. L. Blackmon of Anniston are at the Morris.
 B. c. Bynum of Iineville, F. G. Lewis of Talladega and T. F. Jones of Mont gomery are among the arrivals at the Metropolitan.
 H. W. Cranford of Jasper. J. c. Ma honey of Atlanta and S. A. Moore ot Ga6sden are registered at the Empire.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
MAKING PLANS TO
 PIPE GAS TO JASPER
P. NJ. Shannon Says the Two New Wells in That Section Are Very
 Satisfactory

P M Shannon, the well known gas expert who is in the city, has under way plans for piping gas into Jasper. The company. owned by Mir. Shannon, has drilled two gas wells about which little has been said. Y.e Is an expert of prominence and said yesterday that the two wells were as fine as he had hoped for them. MT. shannon Is very much in- terested in the outlook and says that there Is sure to be big developments in this section from natural gas activities.
 The citizens of Jasper are behind Mir Shannon in this new pipe line and when it Is completed it Is believed that Jasper will be greatly benefited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
SEPTEMBER GRAND
 JURY GRINDING AWAY
Board of Revenue Rooms Are Fitted Up With Fans and
 Awnings

The grand jury for the September term has got down to business and yester- day examined over 60 witnesses. 1t is holding sessions on the ground floor of the courthouse in the rooms formerly oc- cupied by the board of revenue.
 The rooms are rather small, but the grand jury is of the opinion that the To- cation was more convenient for the wit nesses than the rooms on the fourth floor. In order to make the room more com fortabl Foreman Ben Ora bbe Ippeared before the board of revenue and requested that an electric fan be provided for the grand jury room and that an awning be placed on the western window of the room Mir. Crabbe plead his cause eio- quently and gave an actual demonstra- tion of the closeness of the grand jury room. for he mopped the precipitation from his wide" forehead as ne spoke, his appearance plainly showing he had been fin hot place. The board granted the request.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
AWARD SCHOLARSHIPS
Two Granted for Birmingham College
 and One for Mobile

The board of revenue yesterday award ed two scholarships to the Birmingham Medical college and one to the University of Alabama Medical college at Mobile Roy Hudnall and Wharton McPherson were the recipients of the scholarships at Birmingham and Alfred A. Meeks was appointed to the Mobile scholarship.
 These young men are favorably known in the city There were a number of applicants for the scholarships and the board had some difficulty in arriving at the awards. The scholarships are eager ly sought by medical students. and are quite valuable The several members of the board made personal investigations of the merits of the several applicants.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
HOPE ROOSEVELT
 CAN COME ID FAIR Bull Moose Leaders Confi- dent of Making a Fine
 Showing in Alabama

Chairman R. A. Perrynan of the pro- sressive party in Alabama announced yesterday that he still hoped that tn. colonel would arrange to come here dur Ing the State Fair rather than on Septen- Der 2S as announced yesterday He said that the programme as outlined by ths announcement of the Louisville and Nash vile railroad was correct at thtx time. but there was still a chance for if to be changed for tho benefit of the Fair ss- sociation
 In the meantime Mir. Perryman and Na- tional Committeeman Joseph o. Thonp- son are very much elated over the out look. They said yesterday that the colonss would be given a rousing reception hers and that the cause of progressiveism would receive great boom in this state by his coming. Red bandanna handker- chiefs galore are to be supplied while the bull moose managers are preparing to bring to Birmingham the farmers of the state to see and hear their candidate for the presidency.
 In connection with the bull moose work It was announced yesterday that approxi- mately sSo0o in purely voluntary subscrip- tlons had been made here for the cam paign, that the list of joiners was grow ing daily and that from the chances now appearing the colonel will make severe dent In the regular democratic majority in Jefferson county. The bull moose lead CTS assert in one voice that the ous- tomary democratic majority will be cut down greatly. The fact that SO much money has been subscribed from wago- earners and others without the asking indicates to the bull moose managers that they will be able to make fine showing in this section. However. tho democratic managers are undisturbed by the enthusl- Astlc RlaimS Of the hull mnnan factlnn
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
Building Permits

The following building permits were issued yesterday in the office of the building inspector at the city hall:
 sl500-G. l.. Lavender. East Lake, one story frame building: work to be done day labor.
 s10o0-W. H. Graves. 1924 Third avenue north. repairs to three story brick build- ing; work to be done at day labor.
 s1OOo-Joseph J. White. 2021 Quinlan ave- nue, south; repairs to two story frame building; work to be done at day labor.
 s20o0-Mr. Dimmick. Cliff Road, repairs for fire loss: work to be done by the Realty Construction company.
 s400o-Robert Jemison. Jr.. Third ave rue and Sixteenth street. south, one story brick store; work to be done by the Realty Construction company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
AGAINST
 KELLEY RAILROAD City Commissioners Hold Long Meeting-Much
 Routine Matter

The citizens of South Highlands re- siding near Niazuma and Highland ave nues, together with officials of the Tidewater street railroad protested to the city commissioners yesterday against allowing the Kelly Street Rail road company a franchise on those streets and elsewhere In the city. Henry Fitts represented the property owners, including Samuel Earl. Samuel Adler. s, R. Henderson and others. while N. L. Miller represented the new company. After hearing the protests the commits sioners passed the proposition, to be investigated
 delegation of citizens from Pratt City appeared. headed by former Mayor Locey and c. D. Comstock. protesting ton by the city. The matter will be handled by Commissioner Weatherry, who has looked into the question very carefully. A citizen from Pratt City appeared and protested against boys shooting sling shots in that section. He. has been hit once or twice and says the boys shoot at everything. Commissioner Lane said he would have the police de- partment look into the complaint.
 The commissioners received a pro test from many tenants on Twentieth street between Morris avenue and First avenue in regard to street hacks and automobiles standing in that section. It was indicated that an ordinance would be drafted to cover that matter and also the habit of parking automobiles in front of the business houses In the business districts Judge Lane will draft this ordinance.
 There was a postponement of action in reference to the letting of contract for the wood block pavements on First avenue and also the matter of changing the route of the Birmingham Railway. Light and Power company cars in the down town sections.
 The meeting was lengthy and much routine matter was handled.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
Marriage Licenses

The following marriage licenses were issued yesterday in the office of the pro- Late clerk:
 Otto Kassan of Cullman and Miss Annie Nobinger.
 3. P. Black of Kenducey and Miss Phyllis Fielding Price.
 J. A. Smith of Birmingham and Mrs. Minnie Lee West.
 Webb Tyler of Jonesboro and Miss Lena Franklin.
 R. M. Swearigen of Birmingham and end Miss Maggie J. Bass
 w. w. Garrett. Jr.. of Birmingham and Miss Willie Mae Appling.
 R. J. Haddock of Birmingham and Miss Emma Schwaiser.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
TRUSTY KILLED BY
 ACCIDENTAL SHOT
Patrol Driver Palmer's Pistol Dis charged When He Removed It
 From Pocket

John Henry Foster, a negro trusty at the city jail. who was accidentally shot by Patrol Driver John R. Palmer yesterday morning at II o'clock. died yesterday afternoon at 3:30 o'clock at the Hillman hospital. The bullet which caused the death had entered the ne- gro's forehead. passing through the brain and out at the back
 The accident occurred in the garage of the city Jail. Officer Palmer had gone in there where he has a locker. to change his coat. In drawing his pistol from his hip pocket. it was accidentally discharged the bullet hitting Foster. the negro trnsty, who was sitting on a bench near by. The wounded negro fell to the cement floor. blood oozing from the bullet hole. He was hurried to the Hi1lman hospital in the patroll wagon. where an immediate examina- ton of the injury was made by physi- clans, From that time little hope was entertained by the doctors for the trusty's recovery He died at 3:30 O clock
 Officer Palmer was stricken with grief over the accident. Foster was serving a term for the carrying of con- eealed weapons and drunkenness. He had been around the jail for some months, serving as wheel boy. and had become quite adept around the garage. working at the motorcycles and the patrols The entire force expressed re- gret al his death, and spoke highly of him.
 Immediately following the negro s death, City Physician Charles Whelan notified Coroner Brasher. Officer Pal mer then had an interview with the coroner and the investigation was set for 2 o'clock this afternoon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
WILLS IN PROBATE COURT
Notice of Contest Filed on the Will of
 Hamilton T. Beggs

The will of the late W. J. Hambley was probated yesterday in the office of J. P. Stiles probate judge. Mrs. Lee Hambley is made executrix without bond and by the terms of the will the property is to be equally divided be- tween Mrs. Hambley and her four chill dren.
 Notice of contest of the will of the late Hamilton T. Beggs was filed yes terday with Judge Stiles, who set the hearing of the contest for September 24 The contest of the will Is made In the interest of the minor children of dead son of the deceased.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
LABOR DAY WAS VERY
 QUIET, SAYS BODEKER

Labor Day was an exceptionally quiet one and the citizens could not have done more to assist the department in keep ing order throughout the city," said Chief of Police Bodeker yesterday evening "I was greatly pleased with the warden 8 docket yesterday. for it gave excellent evidence that while the officers were doing their duty and the city was orderly. this orderliness was not obtained by run ming a lot of people into jail.
 "I wish first to thank the citihens of Birmingham for their cooperation with the department, which was expressed in many ways Monday; and. second, the officers of the force for their good work"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
AWARD CONTRACT FOR SPUR TRACK Will Be Used to Develop Big Coal Fields at
 Empire

A contract has been awarded to the Furtwangler Construction company for the construction of six miles of rail- road from the Frisco main line at Elm pire to the property of the Maryland Coal company, of which Henry T. De- Bardeleben Is president. The line will be used to develop the big coal hold ings of the Maryland Coal company.
 The awarding of that contract does not include the construction of a large bridge to span q river separating the Empire holdings and the Maryland company's holdings. The beginning of the work in that field Is the first step in the $2,000,00O development which will take place there and which was announced some time ago.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
Charged With Murder

Charged with murder. Raffle Descrippo was arrested in this city yesterday morn ing by deputy sheriff from Walker county. w A. Standiffer. The deputy's authority was a warrant issued before the judge of the city court at .Iasper, Ala. The officer will leave here this morning Hith his prisoner for Jasper.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
PREPARE ID CLEAN
 THE COURTHOUSE

Preparations are rapidly being made for the cleaning of the county courthouse. Scaffolds and 'horses" have been made for the securing of the ceilings and the cleaning material has been bought Sheriff w K. McAdory said; 'rhe ceiling the entire courthouse will be secured first, and then the walls will get a washing. We are Joking forward to q nice clean house In d few weeks and then we intend to keep 1t SO"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
Probate Office Quiet

The past month of August was very quiet in the probate office, according to Clerk of Probate Woolsey Morrow. The filing of deeds, mortgages and other legal documents fell off considerably in comparison with the same month in 1911.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-04
MONDAY TEACHERS
 INSTITUTE BEGINS
In Charge of Assistant
 Superintendent Glenn
THE WORK OUTLINED
Prominent Educators of City and State Will Make Addresses-Be- tween 75O and 1000 Teachers
 Expected to Attend

The annual institute for all teachers of the Birmingham city schools and of Jef- ferson county will be held in the Central High school building for one week begin ming Monday. september 9. The institute will be in charge of Assistant 'superin- tendent c. B. Glenn, who has already se- lected a large corps of assistants and out lined the plan of work. On account of the large number of teachers who will attend this institute. probably between 7bo and 1000, the work will necessarily be divided into depart ments. The department directors and their assignments are as follows:
 The Departments
 Conductor, c. B. Glenn.
 Assistant conductor. R. G. Hewitt.
 Secretary, c. J. Ussery.
 Assistant secretary E. L, Patton.
 High school, C. A. Brown.
 Seventh grade. spright Dowell.
 Sixth grade, T. C. Young
 Fifth grade, A. A. Lyon, Jr.
 Fourth grade, E. F. Smith.
 Third grade, Rosa Strickland.
 Second grade, Susan Todd.
 First grade, Loula Bradford.
 Kindergarten, Agnes Wilson.
 Manual arts, Margaret McAdory.
 Manual arts, R. |. Dimitt.
 Music, Leta Kitts.
 Music, k. L. Blaugh.
 Physical culture, F. J. Courleux.
 The sessions of the institute will begin promptly at o'clock each day and con- tinue until 3;30.
 Lunch will be served each day from 12:l5 to 115 In the dining room of the High school under the auspices of the commit tee of the Central High School Improve ment association. This will prove not only a convenience to the teachers. but a very pleasing feature of the institute
 Many teachers are new to the work in the city and county and will find an opportunity during the week of beeom- ing acquainted with their colaborers.
 A list of boarding aouses convenient to the high school has been made up and copies will be in the hands of the sec retaries. c. J. Ussery and E. l.. Pat ton, who will have officies in the high school.
 General Assembly Period The general assembly period will be from 1:15 to 12:15 daily. At this time ad dresses will be delivered by distinguished educators in the auditorium of the high school, to which the public Is invited AIHuHK lnOSb NHo VIII dudItSS tilt stitute at this hour will be State Super intendent II. J. Willingham. pr. Charles Thach of Auburn. Superintendent l. W. McAdory. D. J. H. Phillips of the city schools and MT. l.. N. Duncan of the agricultural department The state law makes attendance upon this institute compulsory and requires that a cereful record be kept by the sec | retaries. All teachers are therefore ex- pected to be present and enroll at the opening hour Monday morning. At thls time short talks will be made by Assist ant Superintendent Glenn outlining the purpose and plans of the institute, and by County Superintendent I. W. Me Adory, Dr. J. II. Phillips and the presi- dents of the city and county boards of education
 After these addresses the institute will be separated into departments and the as- | signment of teachers in the city schools announced.