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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
Why Not Hobson?

The national prohibition convention for nominating a presidential ticket will meet at Atlantic City July 10.. It is not unlikely that Congressman Richmond Pearson Hobson of the sixth Alabama dis trict will be chosen standard bearer AL though he is democrat, he was such an ardent prohibitionist that he went to Maine and spoke on the prohibi- tion side, which was thoroughly allied to republicanism. Constitutional prohibition has long been a farce in Maine, and the democratic party of that state has been making an earnest fight for resubmission. The democrats naturally felt hurt with Hobson for using his talents against them in their great contest; but the Alabamian had the courage of his convictions and acted accordingly. Now in view of Hob sons course in Maine it can be imagined that he would not decline the honor of a presidential nomination by a prohibition convention.
 l, The national prohibition party put out it's first ticket in 1872, and that year it boiled a popular vote of only 5600. By 1892 it's popular vote had increased to 27O,Oo0. It fell off to 209,O0o in 1900 increas- ing again to nearly 100000 in 1908, in a total of about 100000. Eugene w. Chain was the last candidate. He was a man of upright character, but of no especial force
 Notwithstanding the large prohibition vote cast in local elections in some of the states the national prohibition party has never been able to get a single vote in the electoral college. Hobson is person. ally popular He is a singularly engaging man. As an orator he is in the class of William Jennings Bryan. In impassioned Reclamation he is, perhaps, without an equal in America. It is safe to say that with Hobson on the stump he would swell the popular vote of the prohibition party to 500CO0 or more; and if Underwood hap pened not to be the democratic candidate the Alabama prohibitionists might be able to capture one elector in this state, thereby securing to the national prohibition party at least one vote in the college. No one now living will See the day when the na- tional prohibition party will place it's can didate in the White House, but as long as this party is in existence its leaders will desire, of course, to report progress, and one way to make sure of that in this year 1912 would be to nominate Hobson.
 It seems probable that Oscar Under wood will head the democratic ticket. With the democratic standard bearer coming from the Birmingham district and the prohibition standard bearer from an adjoining district the country would wit .i.. of testants for the presidency hailing from contestants for the presidency hailing from the same state-and neighborhood.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
Of Current Interest and Other7uise
By A MAN oF LEISURE

in the matter of English, pure and un- defled, said he was surprised at a man of Colonel Harvey's standing using the phrase most handsome letter" He called that abominable English. But my friend was wrong, I think, if he objects to the word handsome. Handsome is used by the best authorities, not only to describe ap- pearance-handsome men or handsome wcmen-but qualities or attributes. Some of handsome's good synonyms are liberal and generous. Handsome is as handsome does" has long been good English, and will always be good.
 purist would find flaws, perhaps even in the English of Newman, who used idicms freely, but who was universally ac- knowledged to have been the greatest master of English prose of his day. But shall always contend that Colonel liar vey's English, turned out as copy and that written in the course of personal cor respondence, averages all right. The word most-"most handsome have sound- ed effusive, but it certainly fulfilled it's purpose in making the colonel's friend Wilson feel good.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
PETERSON county ne

' JEFFERSON county needs sorely
 new courthouse and new jail, and o a combination building-a sSyscrap- CT courthouse with the jail on top-wlii probably be in course of construction within the next 12 or IS months. A tower ing building of steel frame would have strong features to commend it, but for beautys sake many citizens might prefer to see a new courthouse, designed as a work of architectural art, erected in Capi- tol park or on some other site of acreage area. The one imposing edifiee in Mem phis is the county courthouse-a great classic pile recently completed. As a work of art that building would attract attention in any large city in the United state, or in Europe, as for that matter.
 When Jefferson county's present court house was built in 1888 it was thought that It would be adequate for the countys needs for 40 or 50 years. Architecturally, to the eye it is one of the few satisfy ing public structures in Birmingham, but before it had stood 15 years it was found quite inadequate,
 Birmingham grows so fast that no pub lie building erected a few years ago will be large enough five years from now. The most beautiful building here is the Terminal station. It was designed to ac- eommodate the railroads and the public for 50 years to come, but before the next census is taken ti will be cramped. The county authorities in providing a new courthouse should have well in mind our past experience.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
CORPORATION
LEGAL NOTICES
Notice To Contractors

Sealed bids will be received at the of flee of the architect until noon, February 15, 1912, for the erection of a Brick dor mitory for the State Normal college at Florence Ala. Plans and specifications may be had from Dr. James K. Powers, president, Florence, Ala. or from the architect, Frank Lockwood, Montgomery, Ala. The right to reject any or all bids is reserved.
 Bids or proposals are to be directed to Hon. w. w. Lavender chairman of the building committee. care of
 FRANK LOCKWOOD,
 Montgomery, Alabama.
 1-31 1-3t- e-fri-mo
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
MISCELLANEOUS

FINE dentistry pr. A. J. Massey, sOi
 Jefferson County bank. Peoples phone
 1216, Bell 1S44. 1-6-6mo
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
WANTED--HELP


 IF you want to go on the stage. or want parodies, monologues, acts, plays, instruction books, costumes, make up materials. etc, write at once to American Amusement company, brokers and producers of feature acts, 235 Brown Randolph Bldg. At 1anta, Ga. 1-14-1mo 900 RAILWAY mail clerks wanted; S90 month: Birmingham examinations May 1. Common education sufficient. Pull" A unnecessary Write for sample ques- tions. Franklin Institute, Dept. 2-M Rochester, N. Y.
 -4-lm-sat-su-mo-wd sat-su WANTED - Experienced, expert com petent stenographer and office assistant Desire one willing start reasonable and grow with the business. Bell, Main 5622 or 5272 after 6 or before &.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

WANTED-100 new members The old re- liable 400 Pressing club. Phone us re-
 garding routes, terms, etc. l-Io-d
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
DEMONTREVILLE TO
 MANAGE NEW TEAM

Jackson. Miss. February 4-After a meeting of the board of directors of the Cotton States Baseball league here an nouncement was made that a letter had been received from w. NJ. Kavanaugh, president of the Southern association, stating that consent had been granted to- day for the placing of Cotton States franchise in New Orleans. Eugene De- montreville of Memphis will be the man. ager of the team. Demontreville an roGnced that he had closed contracts with Charles Frank for the use of pe;,- can park in New Orleans.
 It is said Frank is to have options on players in the new New Orleans club in the Cotton States organization.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

FOR RENT-Lovely front room; elegant
 ly furnished; all conveniences. Apply 60o North 20th street. 2-2-H
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
WRITES FAREWELL
 LETTER TO MOTHER

Marion, Ind, February 3.-Believing he will be hanged. Cecil Fordyce, confessed murderer of Clarkson Willcutts, mer- chant. today sent a farewell letter to his mother, Mrs. Elmer Fordyce, of Derma. Miss, signed your disgraceful son.
 T had no money and no work" writes Fordyce. He is 22 years old Continuinr he says: T came here and did this hor- rible~ crime. They all say I will be hanged. Well, mother, I brought this on myself and I have been a disgrace to you all my life. so do not worry"
 Fordyce held up Willcutts at his door demanding money. In a struggle he shot and killed him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
GERMAN NAVY IS
 TO BE INCREASED

Berlin, February 4.--Fifteen thousand bluejackets are to be added to the Ger man navy by the new naval bill about 10 be introduced in the reichstag.
 The measure provides for the commis- sioning of third battleship squadron composed of ships taken from the reserve. Large appropriations are to be asked for the construction of submarines. The cost of the strengthening of the navy and army together is estimated to reach over S25OOOo00.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
POULTRY

THE PINsoN POULTRY FARM is selling eggs from 12O winners in two Of the leading shows in Alabama, one in St. Louis and one in Atlanta, Ga, which include the following birds: Buff, Black and White Orpingtons, White Leghorns, White Wyandottes, White Rocks, Barred Plymouth Rocks, R. C. Rhode Island Reds, s. c. Rhode Island Reds, Pawn Indian Runner Ducks. WRITE FOR A LIST OF WINNERS
 AND MATING LIST.
 942 Brown Marx Bldg.
 Birmingham, Ala.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

'tIAE Avalon; choice outside rooms: beau- tifully Furnished; modern conveniences;
 moderate prices 21UO 5th ave. 11-8-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
MUST NOT USE SYSTEM
 TO DISADVANTAGE

Washington, February 3.-The war de- partment is determined to continue its test of a system of a scientific manage nlent at the Rock Island, H., arsenal. Brigadier General Crozier, chief of ordi- nance, today instructed the officer in charge of the Rock Island arsenal b make plain to the employees of the gov Crnments intention rot to use the sys- tenn in any way to their disadvantage.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
Missionary Institute

Greenville, February 4.-(special)--on the eth and 7th of this month there will be held at the Methodist church here institute. The purpose of the institute is to further the cause of mis- sions and to enlighten the people as to what vast amount of work is being done in this line and the need of more CO., operation of the people.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
ROOMS-WANTED-BOARD

ALL rooms and boarding houses should be listed with Men and Religion For ward Movement for convention next Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Fri day: write care Y. M. c. A.; do not tele- phone. 2-3-3t BOARD AND ROOM wanted by gentle man in private family at Corey or Wylam. Address C-23, care Age-Herald.
 2-4-2t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
To Take Pictures of Fight

New Orleans, February 1.-The West Side Athletic club has accepted the offer of a concern to take motion pictures of the championship bout here February IS between Johnny Coulon and Frankie Burns. This will be the first time such pictures have been made of q bantam weight fight.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
FOR RENT-ROoMS

W l. SStlAlOA eoDto rooms; convenient to business section.
 1s161S 1st avenue. Bell phone 6122. 6-24-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
MONEY TO LEND

MONEY loaned salaried people, women Keeping house and others without se- curity; cheapest rates; easiest payments. offices in 66 pfincipal cities; save your self money by getting my terms first. D. H. Tolman. room 4O1 Farley Bldg.
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
WANTED

WE repair all makes of stoves with ex- perienced help. Robert Proweh stove Co.,. 21s North 20th street. I-zI-u
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
FOR SALE


 ALh N lIf1 ALAN JI.MloO4s.
 BEII 100, Peoples 6i. e-4-tf 1 BUY, sell and exchange real estate. J. M. Gibson, 409 Empire Bldg 2-24-tt BRICK PLANT FOR SALE-The large, thoroughly equipped brick plant of the Chattahoochee Valley Brick company, on the Chattahoochee river, near Omaha, Ga, with a capacity of 10,00O,OO0 brick per year, will be sold at public outcry before the courthouse in Lumpkin, Ga, on the first Tuesday in March, to the highest bidder. The equipment is com plete, the machinery modern and up to date, and in first class repair, and ready to begin the spring run as soon as weather permits. The equipment in- cludes large modern Chambers brick ma chine, dryer and an inexhaustible sup ply of very best brick clay. Sales have averaged 100000 brick per year for last two years. Private sale can be arranged bSfore this date. For inventory and full particulars address E. J. Tucker, Lump- kin, Ga. 1-22-l5t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
FLORIDA LANDS

IF you want to farm why not investigate Florida trucking. Big return, genial climate, reliable information for the asking. I offer for sale, easy terms, a part of my holdings. in tracts of D to 40 acres, part of each in cultivation. Splen- did truck and orange land. Two small bearing orange groves, good residence. Might consider part exchange city prop erty. C. w. Mills, 4l2 Empire, Bell 1202
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

The Age-Herald is authorized to an- nounce J. K. P. Laird candidate for member of Board of Revenue of Jef- ferson county, subject to the action of the democratic primary. Platform Good Roads. Residence 15 miles west of Bessemer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

STOCK SALESMAN to place approxi- mately SI0OO treasury stock, going
 concern, now on dividend basis; pro- ceeds to be used only in further Se- velopment of the business; liberal commission to reliable producer; no advances; if correspondence is satis factory personal interview will be ar
 ranged without expense to you Ad- dress Secretary. Box BIT. Montgom cry, Ala. 2i-3t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

MONEY to loan on sewing machines, fur
 niture, etc. Phone Peoples 172-R, West End. 1-19-tf-mo-tu- we-th-fr-sa
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
LOST-sTRAYED-STOLEN

AYED-STOLEN
 LOST-Thursday afternoon, one large gold horseshoe pin, near Birmingham Motor company's building. Finder return to Mrs Walker Percy 2217 Arlington ave, and receive reward of S5 2-4-2t IOST-Sunday afternoon, on Highland avenue, between University club and Sycamore street, oval platent diamond and enamel pendant set with IS da- monds. Liberal reward if returned to Mrs J. R. Bridges, BIS south 2Oth street. Phone Bell Main 10S6 2-5-2t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
COUNTY TREASURER

The Age-Herald is authorized to an- nounce pr. John s. Gillespy as a cam didate for Treasurer of Jefferson coun- ty, subject to the action of the demo- cratic primary. April 1.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
ANNOUNCEMENT
FOR BOARD OF REVENUE

The Age-Herald is hereby authorized to announce the candidacy of Captain H. w. Crook of Bessemer. Ala. for the office of the Board of Revenue of Jef- ferson county, subject to the action of the democratic primary, April ]. 1912.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

Statesman, two energetic men
 between 25 and B capable of handling a
 high grade propositions good future for the right men. Call between 9 and 12 and ? and 1, ask for MT. Salzmann. the Birmingham Hotel. 25-2t-mo-wd
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

Cal l.. Dabbs of Bessemer IS a candl- date for member of Board of Revenue of Jefferson county, subject to the &C., tion of the democratic primary. 1912. Will appreciate your support.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

The Age-Herald is authorized to an- nounce the candidacy of Hugh McGeever for the board of revenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

ELEGANTLY furnished room with pri-
 vate famiy in Norwood; convenient to bath; quiet, refined, and within walking distance of business district. Address II-44. care Age-Herald. 2-2. .4l
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

1AIh WIFI ALAN J1MIoOH.
 BEII 100, Peoples 6i. 6-f-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

COMFORTABLY furnished rooms with
 best board in town; 8 per week. z-,,
 4th avenue. 2-l-Ot
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

EXCELLENTLY furnished bedroom for rent to couple in well appointed house on 10th avenue, south, facing Magnolia park, near Five Points; three car lines'
 also excellent table board; references given and required. Apply 2116 10th ave nue, south. 2-3-3t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
FOR RENT
WANTED-BOARDERS

WANTED-Boarders; steam heated room
 with board; references required. 1923 Avenue IL 1-2S-St
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
WANTED-AGENTS

MANTED~We faye enlarsed our factory and want a few more agents in the south and west to sell our Perfection Ironing Board; easy to handle and large profits, and we make every active agent e partner in our business. Write
 THE AGENTS MAN"
 Lakeview, Mich.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
ONE CENT A WORD

RATES--One cent n word n dayJ no ad.
 taken for less than 25s for first inser- ton. Cnsh must accompany order.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

REAL estate loans to suit you in amount,
 terms and interest; can pay back 2lonth- ly or yearly; will take second mortgage. John w. Prude, 106 North Fist street. Bell phone z40. 10-.s-tr
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
ONE CENT 4 WORD

RATES-One cent n word r. day; no nd. taken for less than 25c for first inser-
 tiOn. Cash must accompany order.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
SEWING MACHINES RENTED

WE rent sewing machines with complete set of attachments for s2 per month;
 also machines repaired: prompt delivery. Singer Sewing Machine Co.,. 1922 Sd ave- nue, Birmingham. Ala. Bell phone 4o3 Main; Peoples us7. lo-lS-we-su-mo-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

WANTED-Situation by young lady of 25. competent stenographer or assistant fin office as boolxkeeper, capable of handling correspondence, accounts, and experienced in sales and marketing Of goods. Best references; no objection
 to going out of city. Address Ga, core Aee-uerald. 2-4-3t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
ONE CENT A WORD

RATEs-One cent n word n dayI no ad. taken for less than 25c for first inser- ton. Cash must accompany order
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
WANTED-SITUATIONS

x fI70s1G,NIIGli- M1N, sge F, 5f present employed. desires change; clerical work preferred; not afraid of long hours. Gill. References furnished. Ad- dress r. O. Box 6S2, Ensley, Ala.
 2-3-3t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

WANTED-To buy 1900 calves. Southern
 Market co. Both phones CPS. We pay the best prices. z-l-u
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
CLEANING AND DYEING

CALL Towles & Everett for dry clean
 ing and dyeing. Bell 29s6 1856: Peoples llG45. 253. 1-12-50t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

LARGE front room newly furnished;
 excellent table board. Mrs. E. M. An derson. Bell phone 555s-J, 1S1S eth ave nue. 1-SO-7t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
PERSONAL

OEBROOK'S PALMISTRY STUDIO, 2el1 Park avenue, crowded with the in telectual of the city: everyone is de- lighted with the miraculous readings given by these resident palmsts.
 2-5-2t-mo- we
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

SALESMEN wanted to introduce our new commercial state chart, just printed
 and the finest of it's kind ever placed on the market. To experienced sales men we can offer a splendid opening providing the necessary ability is at hand. Rand-McNally & Co.,, Chicago, III 2-4-7t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

wANTED-You to know that l keep horses, teams and vehicles TOT all purposes 10 hire. Phone your wants fo .Iullan B. Webb, Bell 4493. 14th st.
 and Morris ave. l-I4-oVt
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
LEARN LOAN-DUPLO

WANTED-Loan $6Goo, on 10 suburban lots; also loan on large, fine farm thlrd it's value; will pay per cent and pre- minm. 522 Empire, Bell 5622.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
PLUMBING

SEE J. D. POWELL & co. for lowest prices on plumbing. HOT 1st avenue.
 Bell POT. l-1S-39t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

TWO NICELY furnished rooms. private family, for gentlemen. 51 N. 18th street.
 Peoples 407 12-21-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

WANTED-A high class buggy in good condition, with pole and double harness.
 Address Box $, Randolph, Ala 2-1-5t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
FOR SAIE.

FOR SALE.
 Here is beautiful home. No II. fronts % feet on Canal street, one block north of Elmwood station; electric car. IL has an elegant two story, room resi- dence, with all modern conveniences. The inside finish is beautiful. Price $4000. Terms. only $500 cash, balance to suit you. Only 10 minutes run from the city. Wesley NJ. smith, Bethea R. F, X Ins. Co, 2027 Sd ave. 2-i-2t FOR SABE-$9000 equity in desirable Norwood house on 2Sth street, mod ern in every respect; small cash payment; terms easy; would eX- change; house rented until April l.. Ingram Realty Co.,, 1913 Empire. Bell 1197. 2-4-3t SPECIAL TODAY-7 room. central house and lot, $l30o Five room house, large lot, near Lakeview line. Si5OO. Five acres subdivided into 10 lots, near Bessemer, $75O B. r. Eborn, 522 Empire.
 ACREAGE at sacrifice. 500 acres. beautiful property on pike, near North Birming- ham; 10 acres near Bessemer 10 lots only s750; also 10 acres, fronts pike. neai car line, East Bessemer, s35oo. Eborn 522 Empire building.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
ONE CENT A WORD

RATEs--One cent n word q day, no nd.
 taken fer less than 25c for first fnscr- tiOn Cash must accompany order.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

MONEY TO bEND-On improved busi-
 ness and residence property; purchase money notes bought. Jemison Real Es-
 tate & Tns., co. 7-21-tf
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05
WANTED-SALESMEN

WANTED- Salesman, nrst class, up to date, live wire. for state salesman for Alabama commission or commits sion and expense contract as mutually agreed. The famous magic line of stock and poultry remedies have been on the market 21 years. is a first class line and are repeaters in the hands of merchants. Address, giving refer onces, Sales Manager, Magic Food Co.,
 Chattanooga, Tenn. 2-4-2t
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-02-05

WANTED-To buy a farm from 200 to 300 acres on main country road, with running water. Apply 2Sl6 11th ave. N.
 Peoples phone 2675. 2-l-2t
Omaha daily bee., 1912-01-26

Again Claude is in the power OF the ras-
caf De smond and his equally rascaIly
chisese pals. The Chinese have also in
their possession the great statue OF
Budd th, which contains-although the
Srines e don't know 1.-THE beautiful Rosa
mond. Desmond tortures Claude by tell
ing him. that Rosamond will starve TO
death in some palace where the statue
viii be pls eed. Claude however. IS help
less TO aid his imprisoned sweetheart,
Omaha daily bee., 1912-01-26
Trustee Sale

LUMBER AND PLANNING MILL
At the annual meeting OF the Dimock
Lumber Company, South Omaha. Neb.,
held January 9Th, 1872 the stock holders
voted to close the company's business,
sell all the company's property and
lfquidate the company's affairs. To that
end i will sell at public auction Tues
day, January 30th. 1872. In front of the
eompany's office. located at e1s North
18th Street, South Omaha. at 10 O'Clock
q m. unless sold at inyentoried price
before that dstel, all the stock OF ium-
Der, merchandise and material; real es-
tate consisting of 10. 4. Block 81, orig
NAL plat Of South Omaha, Neb., with
planning mill and machinery, equipment.
fixtures and office and shed buildings
thereon, and ether assets OF company.
all inyentoried net at s. go %, to be sold
for cash to the highest bidder.
L A. DEVINE. Trustee, 3s Karbach
Block. Omaha. Neb
Omaha daily bee., 1912-01-26

But the Manchus change their minds
about storing the statue. They remember
that their war chest Is getting empty
and that the statue might be sold for
fat sum. Accordingly that take II TO q
Chinese restaurant much freauenteA by
tourists as they know the pro prietor will
quickly recognize the Budiha's value In
imparting local color to his place. Nothing
like few draperies and ornaments TO
make q man believe hash Is chop suey.