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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
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 BALDWIN TODAY Cummings Criticises Bull Moose and Republicans DELAWARE MEETING
Fear LaFollette in Wisconsin-Hadley Promises Explanation - RevOkes List of Electors in Maryland.
 Feminine Ticket in Idaho

Hartford, Conn, September H. Looking forward to the renomination tomorrow of Gov. Simeon F. Baldwin, the only democratic governor of Con- necticut in IS years, delegates to the democratic state convention gathered in Foot Guard hall tonight.
 The convention tomorrow will name presidential electors and Governor Baldwin will be nominated by acclama ton.
 National Committeeman Homer c. Cummings of Hartford in his speech as temporary chairman of the committee, appraised the record of the democrats in the last session of Congress and denounced the republicans and Presi-
 dent Taft for their attitude on the tar ir question. He paid a glowing tri- bute to Woodrow Wilson and criticised Theodore Roosevelt.
 "The progressive movement as pro test has merit-as a constructive party
 1t is a joke" said MT Cummings. The
 republican party as relic is sublime;
 as political force it is an anach- ronsm.'
 Colonel Roosevelt was taken severe ly to task "The little blue flower of
 modesty never blossomed in his gar den" MT. Cummings said. There was a prejudice against a third term nom- ination. He brushed 1t aside. Taft was his true and loving friend He slugged him over the ropes. LaFollette was
 entitled to his support. He shot him down the chutes. The grand old party
 stood on the way. He ripped it wide open"
 Mir. Cummings discussed also the re- | cent "Penrose revelations" and the 1 question of republican campaign funds under Roosevelt's administration. The
 revelations have been sordid and hu- initiating" he declared, nor can Roose- | welt wash his hands clean. Violent lan-
 guage in describing his former polit- l ical associates will not avail him. He | was then behind the scenes with them. He played the games and managed the Iay fipi1rea
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
COLLEGE NIGHT HAD
 ATTHE UNIVERSITY

University, September 11.-(Specfal) College night, the annual Y. M. c. A. entertainment welcoming the new stu dents, was held last night in the Mor- gan hali auditorium. Nearly 300 stu dents were present and enthusiasm ran high pr. J. Y. Graham presided and after a short talk introduced w. E. Oliver, dean of the law school, who made the principal address. MT Oliver predicted a great future for the uni versity and highly complimented Dr. Denny
 The Glee club rendered several se- lections, which were greatly appre- ciated Tom Garner the Glee club di- rector. was called on for short talk, in which he explained the advantages of a glee club and urged the new men to try out. Refreshments were served and after giving several roussng yeils the students departed to burn the mid night oil There is now a total en- rollment of 4S5 of which 23S are new students. It is safe to predict that the 800 mark will be reached shortly.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
EMPEROR 0F JAPAN
 RECEIVES MIR. KNOX
Three EnvOys View Body of the Late Emperor
 Together

Tolio, Japan, September n.-Philander C Knox, Infante Alfonso of Spain and Prince Henry of Prussia, respectively the envoys of the United States, Spain and Germany to the funeral of the late Japanese ruler, Mutsuhito, were received in audience today by Emperor Yoshihito.
 The Mikado accompanied the foreign er- voys to view the lying in state of tho body of the former Emperor. Each placed wreath on the coffin. The ambassadors extraordinary subsequently took luncheon with Emperor Yoshihito and Prince Ar thur of connaught, representative of King George at the funeral, who arrived this forenoon. The Emperor during the day decorated Prince Henry of Prussia with the chain of the Order of Chrysanthe- mum.
 The American secretary, who was &C., companied by his suite, delivered to the Emperor a message of condolence from the President of the United States and the American people, to which his majesty responded feelinsly. Simultaneously with the special ambassadors audience of the Emperor, Mrs. Knox, accompanied by the United States ambassador, MT. Bryan, was presented to Empress Sadako.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
HAWAIIAN PROBE
 IS 0F WIDE SCOPE

Honolulu. Hawaii September 11.-Tae inquiry now being conducted into condi- tions in this territory by Secretary ot the Interior Fisher Is assuming a far wider scope than an inquiry into the charges against Governor Frear The Secretary is directing his inquiry toward the administration of public ands, conduct of transportation companies and public utility corporations and already has as serted belief that corporations exercise undue control in the territory.
 So far in the investigation tae Secre- tary has virtually dsregarded tine charges against Frear, and the question of the lat ter's reappoiutment. He said that this feature is incidental to the real subject of investigation, the principal purpose of which is to ascertain fundamental con ditions here. The hearings attract the active attention of the commercial com munity and many business and pfofes- sional men predict the result Of the ir- quiry will be a change of government here Secretary Fisher will make invest- gations on all of the islands in the group.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
THATCHER'S REQUEST
 IS MISUNDERSTOOD

Panama, September 1l.-Members of the Panaman administration express aiarsn over the request made by Maurice t. Thatcher, governor of the canal zone, that the Panaman government issue decree providing that all concessions which Panama might make to individuals or corporations to use the waters of the re- public must contain a clause that such concessions are granted subject to the superior rights of the United States over these waters. They fear this means that every concession of lands in the republic must include clause fully determining that the grant is subject to the right Of eminent domain by the United States.
 Two members of the cabinet today said that the proposal was a serious one anG appeared to be detrimental to the sov- ereignty of the republic t is thought that difficulties may arise through mis- understanding of the real question in- yOlVed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
QUAKE DAMAGES
 FAMOUS MOSQUE Santa Sophia Mosque Must Be Repaired, Say
 Architects

Constantinople, Turkey, September H. The famous mosque of Santa Sophia, built by Justinian in the sixth century. was considerably damaged, 1t was feared, by the recent earthquake tremors in Eu- ropean Turkey. Two years ago it was dis covered that the huge dome of the mosque was forcing the supporting columns out ward and the line of the dome has been falling in accordance to the paper test. Sir Francis Fox, who recently restored the Winchester cathedral in England, and Thomas Jackson, another well known English architect, who were consulted by the Turkish officials, placed strips of glass within the mosque as indicators also in the event of the trouble spreading. The strips recently snapped, indicating the building is weakening.
 London, September 11.-Sir Francis Fox, consulting engineer in Westminster and the city of London, in an interview to- day regarding the damage done by the recent earthquake shock to the mosque of Santa Sophia at Constantnople, said that unless work of restoration was im- mediately undertaken the famous mosque was in imminent danger of collapsng soon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
MILITARY COURT
 | CLEARS UP DOCKET

Charleston, w. Va, September H. The military commission in the Kan awha coal fields, which has been sit ting as a court, tonight cleaned up its docket. Several sentences were not announced because they have not reached the governor for approval Artificer Felix L. Lone of Company B. First infantry, who shot and killed Samuel Altman, miner, at sharon, was tried by courtmartial today and ac- quilted. John Zachrist. sentry, was given two years in the penitentiary for striking Maj. James l. Pratt. Minor sentences were imposed upon several miners and mine guards tor refusing to give information about shipping of arms into the martial law zone.
 Mother" Jones. so-called agitator of the strike. left Charleston today for Parkersburg, Clarksburg and Fair mont to speak against the guard sys- tenn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
----s------------ J. E. M'CARTY'S CASE DISMISSED BY JUDGE

The case against J. B. McCarty. charged with recklessly running of an automobile, was dismissed In the recorders court yes terday morning by Judge Hugo L. Black, the city failing to make out a case. MT. McCarty was arrested on account of a collision that occurred about 12 o'clock Tuesday night between an automobile which he was driving and q two-seatsd buggy driven by negro canned George Lowe.
 Sixth avenue Tuesday night at a legal rate of speed and that the buggy driven by the negro was not lighted and that the accident was absolutely unavoidable. The evidence tended to show that MT Mc Carty exercised all reasonable care and that the driver of the buggy was at fault for the collision.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
Prominent Men Of Denver
 Indicted By Grand Jury
Indictments Contain Infinite Number of Allegations of Bribery
 and Kindred Charges-Forty-six True Bills Returned

Denver, September 1l.-As the sequel to a war of newspaper accusations that fea- tured largely in the citizens party cam paign In the city and county election of last spring, more than score of present and former city officials and prominent business men of Denver gave bond to- day in the criminal division of the dis trict court to answer special grand jury indictments.
 The indictments contain an infinite mum Der of allegations of bribery, misuse of the eity's streets. theft of franchises, operating dsorderly houses, renting prop erty for such purposes, neglect of duty in non-enforcement of laws and obstruct- ing public streets.
 In all 46 true bills were returned upon the testimony of many witnesses. some of whom are under bond to remain In the city and some of whom are in jail for lack of bond.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
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"The Old Homestead"

Many times" said Manager Douglas in commenting on the appearance of "rhe Old Homestead" at the Jefferson theatre tomorrow night, "I have been asked if can account for the remarkable life of that play in view of the fact that some what similar plays spring up and after a brief life sink into oblivion.
 ''To me the answer appears easy. In the first place no similar play has ever been written. Many attempts have been made to initiate The Old Homestead. but so far without success. And there Is just one little difference that makes The old Homestead' q pronounced success and the others failures"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
Vans Minstrels at BijOu

minstrel show is always attractive. and Vans minstrels are featuring two ideas in minstrelsy that appeal to audi ences, the music and the dancing. The dancing Is far above the ordinary. In fact, every member of the company seems to be a good dancer. and several of them are great The musical numbers are new and well rendered. There is matinee to- day, another Saturday and a perform ance every night this week
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
NO AGREEMENT YET
 IN WAGE DISPUTE

Washington, September n.-No agree ment was reached between the soutf- eastern railroads and their conductors and trainmen on the question of an increase of wages at an adjourned conference. H. is expected the men will vote 70 strike unless their demands are accepted. At teday's conference the men stood firm. Another meeting will be held tomorrow.
 About 150 trainmen and conductors, re"- resenting every division of the railroads involved. met here earlier in the day and it is understod instructed their conference representatives not to make any conces- sons.
 After the conference it was announced that nothing but wages was discussed. 1t was denied that the matter of arbitratinS the difference was taken up.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
TAFT POSES FOR
 MOVING PICTURES

Beverly. Mass, September u.-President Taft posed for the moving picture ma chine men today. He planted a hickory tree while the shutters whirred off hun- dreds Of feet Of film, and sat with Mrs Taft on the veranda of the "Parama tta while the machines were pointed at him. and then learned tonight that it all must be done over again. A light fall of rain and overcast skies spoiled the films. An other try will be made tomorrow if the weather is good
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12

Mayor Arnold and his predecessor, Rob- ert W. speer are charged with failure to enforce the laws against open vice together with the present and former chiefs of police and the fire and police boards. both the past and present.
 The officials of the local telephone and telegraph companies are charged with op. structing the streets and the Interna- tional Trust company officials are charged with renting property for illegal purposes.
 The grand jury which thus by whole sale arraigned the present and former ad- ministrations and the big corporations Of the city, was impaneled by Judge Shat tuck on August g. upon allegation to the district attorney by William P Daniels president of the Big Five Tunnel Ore Re- duction company, of this city. In ais affl- davt Mr Daniels avered he had no pe.- sonal knowledge of corruption, but that the charges which he relared had beer made in the newspapers during the spring campaign and as citizen he prayed that they be investigated.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
ID PROBE CHARGE
 AGAINST VALENTINE

Washington, September 1f.-charges that Robert G. Valentine. who resigned fairs. took intoxicating liquor into an Indian reservation in Oklahoma during an official visit will be investigated by the department of justice.
 The allegation that the commissioner had violated the law was made several months ago at a congressional hear ing, but no action was taken. A per- son, whose name Is not disclosed. re- gently called the charges to the atten- ton of the department of justice.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
REV, LEWIS DRAWING
 LARGE CROWDS

A large crowd was present last night at the tent at Avenue H and Nineteenth street, EnsIey, to hear the Rev. k. W. Lewis, who is conducting revival services under the auspices of the Grace Pres byterian church of Ensley. His text last night was, For they smote Him with their hands" At 9:30 o'clock this morn ing he will hold a service for the chill dren and young people, the subject of his address being Weeds and Flowers At 80 will be held the Bible readings and at 7:45 o'clock this evening will occur another gospel meeting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
Reyolses List of Electors

Baltimore. September 1.-The repuh- lican state convention reassemtied herr today revoked the list of presidential elec- tors chosen at the convention last May and named a new ticket of out and out Taft men. This action was taken because six of the eight electors time and time again had declared themselves to be Roosevelt supporters. No Roosevelt mon attended the convention.
 A resolution was adopted indorsing tie nominations of President Tsf. and Vice President Sherman and p,sdglng the earnest support of the party in their be- half
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
Majestic

Down al the Majestic theatre this week the management is presenting one of the greatest offerings in the country at popular prices. great scenic production. enhanced by beauti :. ful electrical effects, gorgeous cos tunes and beautiful girls who can real ly sing and dance. The songs are all
 popular, in fact the same as used in the original production of Winning Miss with few new ones added to make the offering bigger and better. A. Me Dowell as the leading comedian. is ex- ceptionally clever, and creates a roar of laughter throughout the entire show
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
Feminine Ticket in Idaho

Boise, Idaho. September ii.-A reprb- lican ticket made up entirely or women candidates will be placed in 4he field in Idaho this fall against the regular repuD- licsn and pros essive tickets. The women members of the republican party in Idaho announced last night they had becone uisgusted with the wrangling within the party and had decided to place ticKet of their own before the people. The womer will hold heir convention here this week.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
Orpheum

The splendid vaudeville bll at the Or pheum this week is packing that house to the doors at every performance. The public is delighted with the offering, and especially with the acts of Pelham, the hypnotist: DeMichelle brothers, harpist and violinist: Chester E. Johnston, the sensational cycist, and Jerge and Ham, llton, singers and dancers. There is a matinee daily at 2:3J at the Orpheum and two performances nightly, at 7:30 and g o'clock
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
DRUGGING MEN IS
 TRADE IN CHICAGO

Chicago. September 11.-Glving knock out drops to men and robblng them next has been a regular business In Chicago, according to a confession of Gertrude Sutter given the police to- day. J. Paul Folsom employed in the office of the clerk of the county court was arrested after the woman charged
 he lured victims for the plot. A num- Der of diamond rings were found in Folsom's pockets.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
HORSE PLAGUE IS
 NOW IN IOWA

Council Bluffs, la, September 11.-Tne disease which has been an epi Jennie 1T, Kansas and parts of Nebraska recently, killing great numbers Of horses. has crossed the Missouri river and several animals have died near Shenandoah, Clar- inda and Pacific Junction, Ia.
 Lawrence, Kan. September 11--Gov. W. R. Stubbs today formally requested scient- ists in the Kansas State university he e to investigate the strange plague that has spread over 60 counties of tie state
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
Fear LaFollette in Wisconsin

Milwaukee, September 11.-Fear of clash with United States Senator La Toilette blocked the naming of q full state progressive ticket by the state convention here today. Progressive leaders felt that the nomination of n state ticket in opposition to the re- publican state ticket would not alone precipitate a fight with Senator La Toilette but also would prevent sup port of the progressive cause by Gov ernor McGovern. After deliberating un- til tonight, the committee on nomina- tions decided to delay action, intro ducing the following resolution with out protest.
 Your committee deems it necessary that there be in the field a complete state ticket, which the members of the pro- gressive party can heartily indorse and support at the November election.
 The state central committee is hereby directed to hold a meeting Eoc later than September 2t, 1912, and If in tho judgment of that committee at that time there is no state ticket in the field which the progress sive party can consistently support, either in whole or In part, the committee is directed 10 make such nominations as shall be necessary to ensure q complete state ticket every candidate of which supports the national candidates of tte progressive party and is in sympathy with the principles of that party"
 The sessions of the conventiou which continued until late tonight were ad- dressed by Gov. Hiram Johnson of Cali fornia, Medill Mccormick of Chicago. Mrs. Helose Wynne of Chicago and others.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
Powers ChOkes 10 Death

Vancouver E. C.. Septem5er u-Argust Powers. once chief clerk of tie office of minister of justice at Ottawa. choked to death in an obscure restaurant here last week. His body was identified at the molgue today by Detective James Ander- son. an old friend.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
Sheffield Commission

Montgomery, September 11.-(Special)- Governor ONeal today appointed A. D. Thompson. c. B. Ashe and w. H. Habeler members of the city commission of Shef- field MT. Thompson was named as chair man of the board. The election was held in Sheffield on the question of commis- sion form of government about two weeks ago.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12

that line further entrance into the Bir- mingham district. Much enthusiasm is being manifested since the election of Mr Woodward on the Seaboard board of directors.
 The remains of William T Martin, who died last week at Miami, Fla reached Bessemer today and were re- moved to the home of his father, MT. George N. Martin, at Joneshoro. The funeral will take place from the house Thursday morning at 9 o'clock with Rev. R. W. Carlisle, pastor of the Jonesboro Baptist church, in charge of the services. Interment will be made at the Sadler cemetery, with Jacobs X Son in charge.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12
Hadley Promises Explanation

Jefferson City, Mo-. September 1l.-In a speech to the republican platform commit tee this afternoon, after the adoption Of the platform on which the state cam paign will be waged, Governor Hadley de- clared for the state ticket and promised to explain later his attitude on the na- tional ticket.
 A resolution demanding that A. D. Nor toni resign as judge of the St. Louis court of appeals because he had accepted the nomination for governor on the progress sive ticket was defeated at the solicitation of John C. Mckinley. republican candi- date for governor. who said sucn reso- lution would only advertise the progress sive party.
 The republican platform devoted main iy to state lasues declares against the single tax amendment and against the recall of judges. Both the national anu state republican administrations are h. dorsed.
 The democratic plaforms, after indors- ing the records of state and national can didates and democratic state officials, de- cIares for the election of United States senators by lirect vote. The single tax amendment is opposed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12

On the third Sunday in October a re- Vival will begin at the Jonesboro Meth odist church and will continue two weeks. IL has been announced by the pastor, Rev l.. n. Patterson, that Rev. J. A. Rowan, the conference evangelist, will have charge of the services while the music will be under the direction of Rev. A. J. Notes.-The, who has many friends in Bessemer having directed the music in revival at the high school auditorium last fall.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12

Mrs. l.. D. McCullom entertained the members of the Wednesday Whist club and n few friends this afternoon at her pretty home on Third avenue in compli- ment to her sister, Mrs. Harry Hennina;. of LaGrange. Ga. The reception rooms were very attractive in their decorations of garden flowers and ferns. The aster hedecked punch bowl was placed on tue porch. and was gracefully presided over by Miss Lucia Burns. Score vas kept on dainty cards decorated in scenes. The first club prize, q hand-painted plate. was won by Mrs. Lacey Edmundson. The sec ond club prize. also a hand-painted plate, went to Mrs. E. II. Lopez. The consola- l. ton. silk hose. was captured by Mrs. Walter Gnzicleer. while the guests prize. a silver perfume bottle. fell to Mrs Tom Benton. Mrs. Henning was presented with q handsome face collar. An ice course was served at the conclusion of the games Among those present were: Mrs. Henning the guest of honor, Mesames J. s. Winters, II. D. Leon Sutherland George Waller, w. P. Golson, A. S. Fitz- patrick. G. R. Lewis. T. T. IGuey, Lacey Edmundson, Walter Unzicker. Carl Mae der. Tom Benton. F.. II. Lopez, A C. Mitchell. C. W. Nixon, Misses Elise Rob inson, Grace Judson and a number of others
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12

On Thursday and Friday examinations will be held at the Bessemer High school by Principal k. A. Mickle On Thursday morning, beginning at Q o'clock, exam nations will be held in English. Frenc. Latin and history, while on Friday mathematics
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-09-12

The Woman's Christian Temperance Union met yesterday afternoon at the home of the president, Mrs. Haffner Dele eates were elected to the state convention. which eonvenes in Opelika from october 10 October 1. The following delegates were elected: Mrs. Haffner, Mrs. R. r. Hill. Mrs. W. H, Brannon and Mrs. M. P. Reynolds.