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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
LARGE JUDGEMENT
 AGAINST B|GELOW Supreme Court Apparently Reverses Itself-Lawyers
 in a Quandary

Washington, May 27.--One of the lar gest Judgments against an individual ever decreed by the supreme court or the United States was announced to- day against Albert S. Bigelow of Bos- ton He will be called upon to pay a Judgment of $2.100.000, together With interest, which probably will bring the total to s2,50o,000.s
 The victor in the suit is the Old Dominion Copper Mining and Smeltins company. Bigelow and Leonard Lew isohn of New York promoted the conn pany and while owning it's stock sold to it property at an enormous profit. Then they sold their stock to the in nocent public" wish the company un- der the control of the innocent" stock holders it sued Lewishon in New York for the profits. The company lost.
 Then Bigelow was sued by the com panv in Massachusetts. and, the courts of that state laid down the far-reach- ing principle that the company, no longer controlled by its promoters, could rescind It's contract to purchase the property from them and make Bigelow account. Consequently Bige- low was directed to pay the company s2, 100. 900.
 Corporation lawyers are in quan- dary tonight as to the law The su- preme court in 1908 affirmed the New York decision, which held the com pany could not recover, while today II likewise affirmed the Massachusetts decision, which allowed 1t to recover The decision today dealt exclusively with the question whether the Mas saehusetts court was controlled by the | Nav York decision under the full ! faith and credit clause" of the con- sttution The Massachusetts courts will be called upon to enforce the judg- | ment
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28

Washington. May 27.--(Special.)-There IS one place in Washington which IS some what out of the way and is accoroinsy not visited by as large numbers as some of the other show places of the capitai. But the corcoran art gallery, neverthe- less is decidedly worth while Ihe pie- lures are somewhat disappointins' put the statues deserve going long way to sec
 Not many originals are shown put .here are replicas of all the great works or @ ar. of the Grecan and Roman worio. me statues of Apollo. Hercules, the fauns anl all of their sex are in our immense gallery. while the venuses Greek slaves. Cleopatras and their like are separate galleries set apart for them.
 Dozens of young art students, mostly young women, were scattered about the galleries making sketches of the statues, but their efforts seemed to be confined to the Apollos there were none at work in the Venus chamber.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
CIRCUIT COURT ON
 AT BAY ANNETTE

Bay Minette, May 27.-The second week of the spring term of circuit court or this county began today shortly after o'clock this afternoon, when. the jurors were called to place to try the first case. The criminal docket win be tried this week and a number of exceedingly in teresting cases are on hand for trial. The one which will probably draw the most witnesses is that of state vs. Herbert Pierce, Wesley McKinzie and Fred Mc- Kenzie. principals in the shooting scrape which occurred at Barnwell several years ago, resulting in the killing of several
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
JnO. T. Yeatman J. D. Baugh
 1902 End Avenue
CALHOUN COUNTY COMMENCEMENT ON Essays Read Monday and Defamation Contests
 Today at Oxford

Admission, May 27-(special.) )-Com mencement exercises are in full swing at the Calhoun County High school. located at oxfcrd Monday was observed by the reading of essays and other class fea- lures Tuesday will be the day at which time the Reclamation contests will be heard and the senior class will hold forth on Wednesday with the graduating exer- cises This school has enjoyed a very successful year.
 T. l.. Lamar, a former resident of this city. but now residing in Bessemer, Is spending a few days in Anniston MT. Lamar at one time conducted the Labor Review in Annlston.
 Last night MT Lamar, who is mem- ber of the socialist party. talked about the progress that movement is making throughout the United States. Referring to the recent election in Milwaukee, where the socialist party was voted out of power, he said the result did not indicate a loss of voting strength.
 Dave Mickle was severely cut by his better half on Sunday night. His wife becoming angered with him, procured a hatchet and carved him while he was in bed. His face was cut, one gash extend ing from his eye to mouth and one iron ear to nose.
 Hanuy Crook a notorious hack and cal dr.ver of this city, who has become knowi by every officer in the district by hi rough treatment of animals. is again iI the tolls of the law and is facing a very serious charge. that of driving his horse fo death.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
Hutchinson Here

J. E. Hutchinson, general superintend- ent for the Frisco lines was here yester- day with J. II. Jackson, superintendent of the Southeastern division, inspecting the local properties. The officials looked over the situation at East Thomas where the Frisco will cease operations June ], and at Ninth avenue, where the com- pany now maintains shop facilities.
 Mr. Hutchinson seemed to be very much pleased with the local situation, ile left last night for his home in Springfield.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
ART IN WASHINGTON
By c. NJ. STANLEY

A place of honor in our gallery Is given to 'sThe Greek Slave with which many people in Birmingham are familiar, be- cause a very fine small reproduction of the statue has been on exhibit for several months In the art store of Mayer Bros This reproduction was part of the valu1 able Huntsville collection, which was sold some time ago, and which unfortunately was nearly all removed from Alabama td far western state.
 In the Cororan gallery there is an in spring replica of the famous faun oi Praxiteles Readers will recall that it is the original of this statue in Rome thai forms the basis for Hawthorne's beautiful story, "The Marble Faun." The fau1 is standing with legs crossed and haa one arm resting carelessly on pilaster
 In addition to the statues there are beautiful reproductions in plaster o1 Grecian and Roman frescoes and niura decorations, all of which carry the mind back to those old days when the perfection of the human form was worshipped a1 1t has never been before or since
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
BAR WATER FROM
 CANNED GOODS

Washington, May 27.-The addition of water to canned products will be con sidered adulteration in future, except in those cases where a certain amount of water is required for the proper propor- ton or for the sterilization of the prod uct. according to pure food decision signed today by Secretary Wilson of the department of agriculture.
 'The can in canned food products serves not only as a container but also as an index of the quantity of food there," the decision says. Tt should be as full of food as is practicable for packing and processing without injuring the quality or appearance' of the contents. Some food products may be canned without the ad- dition of any other substances whatever, for example, tomatoes. The addition of water in such instances is deemed adul- tcration."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
REV. K. N. MATTHEWS
 IS DOING NICELY

Rev. K. N. Matthews. pastor of the Eleventh Avenue Methodist church, who underwent an operation yesterday morning for appendicitis, was resting nicely last night. according to a state ment from the infrmary of Dr. E. M. Robinson.
 Rev. MT. Matthews has been in this city for several years at Wesley chapel and at the Eleventh avenue church. He has a wide circle of friends, who hope for his speedy recovery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
Local Data
Weather Conditions

Birmingham, May 27.-G p. m.)-An ex- tensive depression of considerable inten- sity overlies nearly the entire country, the center being on tonight's map over the eastern slope of the Rockies and the northwest.
 It has caused general rain over the northern portion of the country from the Pacific to the St. Lawrence and generally high temperatures over the southern haiI of the country.
 Temperatures have risen slightly throughout the Mississippi valley. Maxi
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
After Baltimore Crowd

W. B. Gresham, travelling passenger agent for the Seaboard Air Line of Att lanta, and former city passenger agent here, is in the city. It Is stated that Mir. Gresham will endeavor to induce some of the Underwood delegation to Baltimore to go over the Seaboard, but, although the Southern railway has laten chosen as the official route. MT. Gresham said yesterday that the company pro posed to offer the delegates and their friends the very highest form Of service. He was busily engaged yesterday in con ferring with various prominent men of this city who are behind the Underwood movement and 1t is possible that lively railroad war will result
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
Record Beef Price

New York, May 27.-The highest price since 1882 was reached by beef in the wholesale market here today when it sold at 1Slh cents pound in bulk. It is said to mean from 11a to ? cents a pound increase from prime meats at retail. The primary cause of the high prices the wholesale men say, is the continued scar city of cattle. Small retail dealers con tinue to talk of runation of their busi- ness because consumers are greatly cur tailing meat purchases.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
DENY NEW TRIAL
 FOR c. s. JORDAN

Washington. May 27.-The supreme court of the United States today declined to grant a new trial to Chester s. Jordan, the actor, who was convicted of having murdered his wife near Boston Her dissected body was stuffed into trunk. Jordan claimed that he was denied constitutional trial. because one Of the jurors, who sat in his case. was found to have been insane 24 hours after the verdict was handed in.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
SUPREME COURT TO
 ADJOURN JUNE 10

Washington, May 27.-With some 70 cases still pending, the supreme court cf the United tSates today announced it would hold its final decision day for the term on June 10, two weeks later than the court has adjourned in years. It will hold a session June to receive motions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
Freight Handlers to Strike

St. Paul, May 27.-St Paul and Min neapolis freight handlers and clerks have been ordered to strike Tuesday afternoon. The order, which will af- feet 1900 freight handlers and clerks in the two cities. is in accordance with a general order sent out some days ago by International President P. J. Elan nery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28

mum readings reached or exceed 90 de- grees in Arizona. New Mexico, Texas, Ok lahoma, Kentucky, Alabama, Louisiana and Florida. At Abilene. Tex, a reading of 102 degrees was recorded and at Ros- well, N. NJ, 9s degrees. In the eastern portion of the cotton states thunder storms prevailed, and conditions are be- coming rather unsettled throughout the Mississippi valley, east of the area of low pressure.
 Temperatures in Birmingham today were four degrees above normal, the mean for the day being 7S degrees. Tuesday is predicted fair with probable thunder storms during the afternoon.
 Summary of observations made at Unit ed States weather bureau stations May 27:
 Iemp'ture
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
Weather Forecast

Washington, May 27.--Weather fore- cast for Alabama: Generally fair Tues day; showers at night or Wednesday.
 Tennessee; Unsettled Tuesday; show CTS and cooler at night or Wednes- day.
 Georgia: Local showers Tuesday and Wednesday.
 Mississippi: Showers Tuesday after noon or night and probably Wednes- day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
MAYL CONTRACT
 FOR GRAIN ELEVATOR

It is stated that a contract will be lei Thursday for the s5o0o0 grain elevator d bs erected by w. NJ. Cosby on Avenu4 A, between Fifteenth street and Sixteenth street. The elevator, as designed, will 5i one of the most modern in the south. and will play an important part in the grain business locally The building will b} fireproof and will be erected after draw| ipgs of H. D. Breeding, the we'll know1 architect
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
Logan to Hymelia Section

Morgan City, La, May 27.-The clearing up of the flood situation north of this place resulted today in Capt. ]. A. Logan and his assistants concentrating their at tention to Cecelia, St. Martinsville, Race land Junction, Breaux Bridge and the Hymelia sections. Another foot of water IS expected here before the crest passes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
Will Meet Today

A meeting of the Central High School Improvement association will be held this afternoon at 2:so o'clock at the Central High school building. It is stated that this is an important meeting and all members have been urged to attend.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
Matthew Borden Dead

Fall River, Mass. May 27.-Messag ges from New York today announced the death of Matthew C. Borden. the wealthy dry goods commission merchant and cot ton manufacturer. All of Mir. Borden's s factories in this city were ordered closed on receipt of the tidlngs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
Neero Reported Killed

It was reported to the police this morn- ing that Special Policeman Baker of the Southern railway at North Birmingham Killed a negro about 1 o'clock. It was thought the negro was car roober. No details could be learned.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
Peruvian Rioting Ceases

Lima. Peru. May 27.-The political deni- onstration and rioting in connection with, the presidential election have ceased. Traffic and business has been resumed ana the city has assumed its normal as- pect.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
VALUABLE RIVER
 FARM PURCHASED
5000 Paid for Farm on River OppO- site Decatur-Secret Order Memo-
 rial Services Sunday

Decatur. May 27.-tSpecial)-S. D. John son has sold his farm in the Tennessee river bottoms, just across the river from Decs tur. for 5000 to F. w. Webster of the Huntsville Lumber company of this city. The farm is one of the best in the river bottoms.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
 ANCIENT AND ACCEPTED SCOTTISH RITE

MEETING WILL BE HELD WEDNESDAY,, MAY 2e, AT P. M, FOR WORK IN 10TH, 11TH, FIFTH AND ETH DEGREEs. THE I4TH DEGREE WILL BE CONFERRED THE SAME DAY AT 7,30 F. M. ALL BRETHREN WIPED TO HE PRESENT.
 H. R. DE HOII,
 VEN. MASTER. ~ J. GEoHEGAN, SECTY.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
GADSDEN FEELS
 STR|PL|N'S DEATH Hill May Become Superin- tendent of City Schools HOLCOMB FOR MAYOR Work Begun Yesterday Morning on Echols' Building-First Water
 melons of the Season Appear
 on Gadsden Market
HOLCOMB FOR MAYOR

Gadsden. May 27.-(Speclal )-The death of Superintendent w E. strip lin of the public schools has cast gloom over the entire city. Not only by his work in the schools, but also by his charming personality had he endeared himself to the people here, who feel that his place in the com munity will be difficult to fill. As ar engagements for the coming school year are but partially made, the matter or selecting a successor will have to be given consideration with but little de- lay Ex State Superintendent w. D. Hill is now a resident of the city and 1t is the general opinion that the place will be rendered him. Hill was super intendent of the schools here when he was elected to the state superinten- dency and is therefore well known here among the older residents. Whether he could be induced to accept the position Is not known.
 Carves Wife With Razor
 Lee Pope. a negro, almost disemooweled his wife at their home yesterday morn ing The couple engaged in quarrel and Pope attacked the woman with razor. He cut her across the abdomen and while there is only one gash it is severe one, and may prove fatal. After the assault the negro made his escape and up to this time has not been appre- hended.
 Echols' Building Begun
 Work was begun this morning on the new Echols building that is to be erected at the corner of Broad and Court streets. The building will be of reinforced con crete two stories high and foundations and walls of sufficient strength to carry another four stories to be added later
 Holcomb Out for Mayor
 John H. Holcomb announced himself today as a candidate for mayor at the coming city primaries He is the first to announce tqr any of the offices to be voted upon.
 Watermelons on Market
 The first watermelons of the season ap- peared on the local market today. Two carloads reached this city from Florida on Saturday night. The melons are of fair size and are being offered at 50 and 60 cents each.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28

r On next Sunday, June ?. the various secret orders of the two Decaturs will hold memorial and decoration servieesAat the city cemetery. The speaker of vhe occasion will be Capt II. F. Hobson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
MRS. STAKELEY DIES
 ! IN MARION SUNDAY
Mother of Pastor of First Baptist Church in Montgomery Passes
 Away-COntracts Let

Marion, May H.-(Special)-Mrs F. S.. Stakeley died at the Residence of Dr. J. l3. Hatchette Sunday morning at II o'clock She was about 70 years of age and the mother of Mrs. J. B. Hatchette of Marion and pr. Charles Stakeley, pas LOT of the First Baptist church at Mont gomery.
 The funeral service was conducted this morning at o'clock from the residence by pr. Paul V. Bomar and the body sent to Montgomery, where it will be carried to the family burial grounds at Oah Grove, some IS miles south of Montgoin- cry.
 The contract for the erection of two mercantile buildings to cost about $15,C0O has been let to a Meridian firm. A. J. Marshall X Co., are to erect building 60x100 feet and J. C. Mckleboro store 3OxS0 feet, each fronting on Main street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
Marriape Announced

Mrs. T. B. Ballard announces the mar riage of her daughter, Blanche. to Rober E. Monroe, on May g. at Montgomery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
SPLENDID RAIN
 FALLS IN MORGAN

Lacon. May 27.-(Special)-A fine rain visited this section late Saturday evening, doing untold good. This will insure good stand of cotton, as 1t fell gently and soft ened up the packed ground. Farmers are greatly encouraged by the favorable and sec sonable weather.
 The fruit crop in this section promises the best in several years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28

A sermon especially for the members of the Knights of Pythias lodges of De- catur and New Decatur was preached at the Westminster Presbyterian church in New Decatur yesterday morning at II o'clock by the pastor of the church.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28

Experiments with alfalfa that are be- cecsf1l. Fields that were sown last spring will soon be ready for first cutting, ard the weed seems very healthy and thrifty.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
CITY ITEMS

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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-05-28
Mems Summer Suits in Light
 Weight Fabrics

Fine tailored two piece suits in LINEN and MOHAIR- correctly styled, and as cooling as an iced drink.
 We're "long" on large sizes for stout men. With a plenti ful supply of all other sizes.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16
Mrs. H. L. Kochersperger entertain

Mrs. H. L. Kochersperger entertain
ed at the Cherokee beach cottage Sat7
urday night at a chop suey party IN
honor of her charming niece, Miss Ma
rion Knowlton, of Maine. The honoTee
was becomingly attired in ofd rose
charmeuse satin trimmed inc silver
crystals The novelty of the refresh
ments was the chop, suey and steamed
rice served in Oriental style. The ex-
cellent Japanese punch was much en-
joyed, and altogether very delight
full evening was spent by the gay
company and the gracious hostesses. +
Seabreeze notes in Times-Union.
Mrs. Kochesperger is well known by
Ocalans who spend the summer at
Seabreeze.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16

Messrs. w. Wheeler, Thos. H. Walsh,
" c. Rasmullen, Peter Grub, Lester
Wheeler, Frank Werner, Arnold Hogan,
Nick Hansberg, Willie Olsen and W. B.
Hoyt arrived from New York Sunday
morning and stopped at the Ocala
House. They are the seamen and en-
gineers who will man Capt. John L.
Inglis' swift yacht, the Tuna, and went
on to Port Inglis, TO put the vessel in
commission tn s morning.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16

DR.. and Mrs. J. Z. klock and son,
Harold arrived in Ocala Saturday
night and remained in the city as the
guests OF Mr. and Mrs Carroll and Mr.
and Mrs. Duvau for a few days. They
will go TO Weirsdale, where Dr.. KIock
has a yretty little orange grove. and
with Mrs. Klocks brother DR.. Roberts,
Of Chicago, spend the winter here.
They viii have an automobile, so they
can come 10 Ocala frequently.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16

Mrs. G. E. Yancey, accompanied by
her pretty little daughter, Mary Eliz-
abeth, will leave Ocala Christmas
night for New York and from there
will sail on the 2Sth for Rio de Janiero,
Brazil, where they will join DR.. YAM
cey. Three months ago DR.. Yancey
went TO South America to make his
home
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16

At the Baptist church Sunday morn
ing. Rev. Bunyan Stephens gave re-
port of the recent meeting of the state
convention in Lakeland. He also
made some very pertinent remarks
about the necessity of parents having
full sympathy with their children.
"The indifference in many homes TO
the hopes and plans Of the children"
said Mr.. Stephens, has done more
harm than the open doors of the dens
of vice"
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16

Rev. Bunyan stephens, formerly pas
tor of the Plant City Baptist church,
and who is now located at Ocala, was
a welcome visitor in Plant City for
short time on Monday and Friday
while on his way to and from Lakeland
this week. Rev. Stephens is a minister
of marked ability and it is gratifying
TO his host of friends to know that he
is succeeding in his present work.
Plant City Courier.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16

Whitworth viii keep his home On the
farm intact and is furnished sufficient
j. SO that the family can 90 there for
. few days al any time He has three
other residences on the big farm ample
for his superintendent and his assist
ants.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16

Mrs. w. A. Collier. with. her young
'est son and daughter, will be here Sat
urday' to spend the holidays with their
relatives and friends. This will be
specially Joyful Christmas for Mrs.
Van Hood, Who will have all her
daughters with her for the first time
in some years.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16

Everybody on the square Saturday
night noticed the big brilliant light at
the Munroe & Chambliss Bank corner.
It is the first 6f1the new lights that
the city will put ftp around the square.
and eventually gil other much travel
ed places. They will have no rival but
the Gun
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16

Rev. J. B. Ley preached a good ser
mon to a large congregation at the
Methodist church Sunday, and Presid-
ing Elder 7. j. Nixon occupied the
pulpit last evening. These two much
esteemed gentlemen left this morning
to attend conference in Tampa.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16

Mr. Julius Brown arrived from his
school in Atlanta Saturday night, 10
spend the holiG~y9 with his parents,
Mr. and Mrs. Jake|Brown. His sister,
Miss Helen Brown. will be home from
RaIdoIph- Macon College in Virginia
next Sunday.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16

Mr.. and Mrs. c. H. Lurvey arrived in
Ocala Thursday night from their sum-
mer home al fPoEland. Maine. Mr.
and Mrs. Lurvey yEvirh their son and
wife have a LONELY home near Ocala
and are makinkj Improvements in an
up-to-date manner.
The Ocala evening star. [volume] (Ocala, Fla.) 1895-1943, 1912-12-16

Misses Pansy and Shelly Souter of
Ocala will spend the holidays in Jack
sonville, the guests of Mrs. Brannen
Selph, 21O West Beaver street.-Jack-
sonvilIe Times Union.