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The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
:CHAS. NJ. SPENCER
DIES IN NEW YORK
Young Man Succumbs After
Operation for Sudden At
tack of Appendicitis

Charles NJ. Spencer, one of Birming-
hams best known and most popular
young men, died in New York in the
French hospital yesterday afternoon at
1920 O'Clock. Death followed an opera
ton for appendicitis by which he had
been suddenly stricken while in New York
on business trip. He was the only
child of Mrs. c.. b. Spencer and Mr.. Spen-
GERS wife and mother were with him a
few days after he was taken Ill.
Mr. Spencer was born in Knowlesvile,
N. Y, 81 years ago. but came to Birmng-
ham when mere child SO that he had
spent practically all his life here.
The young man was prominent in busi-
ness circles and for the past two years
had been treasurer of the Stockham Pipe
works
The funeral will be held in Albion, N.
Y, tomorrow afternoon. the remains hav-
ing left New York at 11.30 O'Clock last
night.
Mr.. Spencer was married a little more
than two years ago to Miss Genevieve
jackson and the marriage was an event
in the social life of Birmingham.
His sudden taking away will be sim
cerely mourned by wide circle of friends
who had been drawn to him by his
sterling worth and his cheerful magnetic
personality.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
At the Theatres
URGE GUS LEE TO
RUN FOR SHERIFF
Enthusiastic Meeting of His Friends
Held in Chamber of Commerce
Building Last Night

At a meeting last night held on the
fifth floor of the Chamber of Commerce
building attended by over 100 representa-
tive citizens of the county, the candidacy
of Gus Lee for sheriff was discussed
and he will be urged to make the race
for that important Office. The meeting
was very enthusiastic for Mr.. Lee and
his fitness and general qualifications for
the office were discussed, the sense OF
the meeting was that if he entered the
race he would prove a winner. He has
lived in the Birmingham district for the
past % years and numbers among his
many friends substantial friends and ac-
uuaintances in every walk of life. While
he has always taken an active part in the
politics of the city and county he has
never before aspired for any office, and
should he decide to run he will doubt
less be a factor in the race. Mr.. Lee will
announce his decision in the near future
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
Weather Conditions

Birmingham, May 29.-G p. M
The weather has been generally fair
and warm over the interior of the
country during the past "a hours, al
though rains have occurred in the west
ern lakes and along the Atlantic coast
from Cape Hatteras northward. While
the pressure has fallen generally over
the country east of the Rocky noun
tains, the change has been noticeable
so far only in the increase in temper
atures in the districts affected, Max
imum readings in excess of 90 degrees
were reported in most of the states
between the Mississippi river and the
Rocky mountains, while in Kansas,
Missouri and Iowa the temperature
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
COMMISSION GRANTS
WEATHERLY REQUEST
Permits Distribution of Free Text
Books by Cities Without Going
Through Depositories

Montgomery, May (Special)-The
state text book commission today ac-
oeded to the wishes of James Weatherly
and W. M. McCutcheon of Birmingham in
the matter of permitting the distribution
of free text books by cities without the
necessity of sending them through the
repositories The commission resolved
that this permission would be granted
provided 1t was not in conflict with any
state law. Notice of the action of the
commission has been sent to Commits
sioner Weatherly and Mr.. McCutcheon.
At present there are two cities which
distribute free text books in certain cases
these being Dothan and Birmingham.
Through the plan of sending the books
direct the cities are not required to pay
the 20 per cent depository fees.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
GIBSON JURY
FAILS TO AGREE

Newburgh, n. Y, May 29-The jury In
the case of Burton w. Gibson, after de-
liberating for nearly % hours, was dis
charged late this afternoon, unable to
agree as to his guilt on charge of
numbering Mrs. Rosa Menschik SZabo.
At a prevail trial the jury was unable
to agree.
The court in releasing tho jurors, re-
manded Gibson to Jail The jury stood
from the first ballot II to l for conviction
of murder in the first degree, it was said,
and hours of balloting did not change
the vote.
Assistant District Attorney Deacon Muir
phy of New York county has warrants
for the arrest of Gibson on charges of
larceny and forgery growing out of his
handling of Mrs. Szabos estate, and it
is likely that Gibson will be turned over
to the New York county authorities.
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SENATE TO MAKE
THOROUGH PROBE
OF LOBBY CHARGES
Adopts Resolution Instruct
ing Judiciary Committee
to Investigate = Presi-
dents Aid Is Asked

Washngt May 29.-After a sharp
adopted resolution instructing the
judiciary committee to investigate the
charge that a lobby is being main
tained in Washington or elsewhere to
influence pending legislation with par
ticular emphasis upon it's efforts for
or against the Underwood tariff Dill.
The resolution was In direct response
to the public statement made by Presi-
dent Wilson that an insidious lobby
was operating against the tariff bill.
President Wilson in his talk with
the newspaper correspondents today de-
clared he was in sympathy with the
proposed investigation and would be
glad to furnish the names of the lobby.
lists to whom he referred If required.
Under the resolution which was
adopted as introduced by Senator Cum
Minis with amendments by Senator
Kern. the judiciary committee is di-
rected to report the findings within 10
days. No provision was made for open
hearings.
Seeking to Change
The resolution directs the committee
to report the names and methods of
lobbyists and the bills they are seek
Ing TO change"
The names of senators to whom rep
| resenta ton by such persons or any
persons" were made and under what
circumstances, all persons to testify un-
der oath.
Whether any senator is financially or
professionally interested in .he pro-
duction, manufacture or sale of any
article mentioned in the tariff bill.
The interest any senator has in Leg
| islation pending or had had in any leg
| islation before the Senate during his
term of service.
| The President is respectfully invited
| ito aid the committee in its investi-
cation by giving to it any information
| in his possession relative to the in
vestigaton which he considers proper
| to make public"
| There was little difference of opinion
over the need for an investigation. a
| sharp colloquy arose, however, when
Senator Kern proposed an amendment
| to that part of the resolution dealing
with the testimony of senators and in
| formation to be obtained from the
President.
| The Cummins' resolution provided that
| the committee take the Statement, un-
| der oath of all senator's who had received
| representation during the present session
| regarding pending legislation. Mr.. Kern's
amendment authorized the committee to
| ascertain the character of representa-
tions made to influence legislation by any
persons and the names of senators to
whom they were made"
! Ask for Names
| Senator Cummins proposed to ask the
President to furnish the names of the
lobbyists to whom he referred In the
public statement issued by him" and "any
other information about them or their
efforts to bring about changes in the
resolution now before the Senate which
will promote the general welfare"
Under the Kern amendment he IL in
vited to furnish any Information in his
possession with reference to the subject
matter of the investigation which he
considers 1t proper to make public"
Republicans led by Senator Root and
Senator Cummins declared the Kern
amendments "emasculated" the resolution
and left It practically valueless while
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
Hobson at Clanion

Clanton, May 29.-(Special. .)-Yester-
day afternoon and last night was
great time for the numerous friends Of
CAPTAIN Hobson. He delivered the
commencement address of the Clanton
high school. The many expressions of
anxiety to see and hear the Hero Of
the Merrimac" caused the school au-
thorities to engage the courthouse to
accommodate the people
A large crowd of the citizens of the
town met the train and escorted Mr..
Hobson to the hotel, where many of his
friends crowded around to tell him of
his bright prospects in his present cam
paign and to make known to him their
loyalty and support.
Before o'clock, the time for the ad-
dress, the courthouse auditorium was
packed so that no more could enter.
Many were unable to gain an entrance.
Captain Hobson's speech was along
educational lines. He spoke very opti-
mistically of the future greatness of
Alabama when she would have her
great waterpowers harnessed and doing
service for man.
Mr. Hobson seemed to be at his best,
and some of his friends who have beeen
at work for him the last few weeks
measuring Hobson strength say that
he will almost make clean sweep in
the primary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30

midnight and morning There were little
pimples and small sores on top of my scalp
and all over the parts affected. My feet
were very sore and the itching awful.
II used many remedies that were recon-
mended to me by friends, but received no
benefit. l wrote for a sample of Cuticura
Soap and Ointment and followed the direc-
tons to the letter. After using both Soap
and Ointment two days and nights l was
greatly surprised. The itching and burning
were not half SO bad and received moro
good sleep and rest than had had all sum-
mer and winter purchased some Cuticura
Soap and Ointment and In two months was
entirely cured" (signed) A. P. shoah, juno
30. 1912.
Cuticura Soap 25c. and Outicura Ointment
boc are sold everywhere. Liberal sample OF
each mailed free. with 32-p. Skin Book Ad-
dress postcard "Cuticura, Dept 7. Boston
15Tender-faced men should use Cuticufs
Soap Shaving Stick. 25c. Sample froe.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
Normal Closes

Normal. May 29.-(Special 1.-THE twen-
ty-eighth annual commencement exer-
cises OF the Agricultural and Mechanical
college for negroes, located at Normal,
took place here yesterday with Is gradu-
ates from the normal department and Is
from the various industrial divisions. All
of the graduating exercises centered in a
discussion of the rural school, every
speaker, from the salutatorian to the val
edictorian. taking part in the symposium
on that subject.
Increased interest In rural school edu-
cation for negroes was heightened by the
fact that every subject was illustrated
by actual demonstrations. plans for a
Rural School, was the subject of the
salutatory, presented by Joseph w. Falls,
who exhibited model country school,
containing a sewing and cooking room,
an auditorium or school room and two
cloak rooms.
Three other graduates, William Fennoy,
James NJ. Herbert and James NJ Hunter,
demonstrated Building a Schoolhouse,"
"Plastering the Schoolhouse' and Paint
ing the Schoolhouse," respectively. each
doing the actual work before the aud
ience.
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high schooI easn sment was the
powerful S mon 81 he Rev. Boyd 4.
Cantrell las, Ses say morning from the
text, Discretion shall preserve thee and
Understanding shall keep thee"
Monday evening Miss Julia Hurst. the
music director, gave very fine re-
leal, and Wednesday evening Miss
Lucille Orman and Miss Olivia Manselb
the two music graduates, gave a music
al entertainment Thursday at 10 a. m.
Prof. H. 7. Bolding gave the diplomas
oI graduation to the graduating class:
webster Hester, historian; Ernest
strange, prophet; Elhma Lee Harris,
treasurer; Cecil Hester, president;
blizabeth Henley, vice president; eBs-
sic Mae Keelin, secretary; Lucie Ben
Orman, poet. Congressman Richmond
Pearson Hobson made a very strong ad-
dress at noon Thursday to the class.
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Seniors to Receive

Admission, May 29.-(Special)-The clos
| Ing exercises at the Alabama Presbyterian
College for Men in this city will begin
informally Saturday evening" when Or.
and Mrs. f. D. McDougall and the senior
class of the college viii, give a reception
in the parlors of the college building on
Tyler hill.
The social festivities in connection with
commencement week will begin on Friday
, evening, however. when the Tau chapter
of the Alpha Omega fraternity will en-
tertain their friends in the city at a
german at the Country club, dancing to
begin at 10 o'clock The turkey trot and
other terpsichorean novelties will be
barred from the college dances, 1t is
averred.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
ADJUSTMENTS
Plans for Orpheum

Ferns and palms will be freely used
to decorate the Orpheum. There will be
scores of electric fans to keep the thea
tre cool and the many windows and
doors will be opened to allow fresh
air to circulate freely when the thea
tre Is opened next Monday for the sum-
mer season of vaudeville. The house
has been decorated and refurnished
where necessary; fresh scenery has
been painted and many other improve
ments made.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
WILSON CHANGES
PLANS TO BE ABLE
TO ATTEND GAME

Washington, May 29.-President Will
son arranged his engagement today so
he could attend the Boston, Washing gton
American league baseball game. The
President, who has become an enthu-
siastic fan was so eager to see the
game that he changed a tariff confer
ence with Senator Simmons to take
place in the morning instead of the
afternoon
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30

was 90 degrees at 7 p. m. There has
been rise of about degrees in the
southern states east of the Mississippi
and maximum readings ranged near 80
degrees in many sections. Fair warm
weather has been general over the en-
tire cotton belt since Wednesday night
and in this section it seems likely that
there will be but slight change within
the next SO hours
Summary of observations made at
United States weather bureau stations,
May 90. 1913:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30

shoulders. arms. legs. ankles
and feet. My case was o stub
born and aggravating ono.
The eruption was small red
pimples. The itching and
burning were terrible. almost
unbearable. especiallyatnight
l suffered everything In hot
weather, so ! could get but
very little sleep and rest until
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
Begin Currency Hearings

Washington, May 29.-Chairman
owen of the Senate banking and cur
rency committee, announced today that
hearings on currency reform would be-
gin after the committee next week. IT
has been not determined who will be
the first witness.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
To Investigate Charges

Washington, May Ex-senator Bur
ton introduced resolution today pro-
posing to investigate a charge thai
George w. Gee had been recommended
to Postmaster General Burleson for APP
pointment as postmaster at Salem, D..
on condition that he publish demo
cratic newspaper there. Upon objection
by Senator Hoke Smith, however il
went over without action.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
Admission Colored School

Admission, May 29.-(special) BARBER
Memorial seminary, the industrial school
for negro girls in this city, came to a
close Wednesday evening, and the Rev.
| DR.. S. M. Davis had a big job on his
| hands at the union passenger station
Thursday morning in dispatching the
large number of boarding students to
their several homes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
To Commute Sentence

Washington, May 29.-President Wilson
told Senator Sheppard of Texas today
that he would commute from five years
to one year and a month the sentence
of Isaac B. Walker, a Dallas banker,
convicted of technical violation of the
national bank laws Such action would
release Walker In eight months.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
Senate Asks for Names

Washington, May 29.-The Senate
again today called on Attorney General
McReynolds for names of all buyers OF
coffee which the government forced the
Brazilian coffee monopoly to sell from
New York warehouses.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
Weather Forecast

Washington, May 29.-Weather fore
cast for Georgia, Alabama and Missis-
sippI: Generally fair Friday and Satur-
day
Tennessee: Generally fair Friday and
Saturday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30

Inyigorating to the Pale and Sickiy
The Old Standard general strengthen
ing tonic, GROVES TASTELESS chill
TONIC, drives out Malaria. enriches the
blood. builds up the system. true
Tonic. For adults and children. soc.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
At the Majestic

Johnny Wise" draws the Majestic
full twice every night, the first show
having reserved seats which are taken
early.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
Cato Sells Indorsad

Washington, May 29.-Senators Gull
berson and Sheppard at the White
House today indorsed Cato Sells, ma
tional committeeman from Texas. for
Indian commissioner
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
ITCHING AND
BURNING TERRIBLE
With Eczema on Middle of Back,
Shoulders, Arms, Legs, Ankles,
and Feet. PimpIes and Small
Sores. Cuticura Soap and 0int-
ment Entirely Cured.

lOls E. Commerce ST.. San Antonio. Tex.
~ was troubled for a number of years
with eczema on the middle of my back.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
SE|DEL AND bEDE
IN JOINT DEBATE:
Question, "Is Socialism De-
sirable for United States?"
Argued at Huntsville

Huntsville, May 29.-(speciaL)-A de-
bate of the question, rs Socialism De-
sirable for the United States?" by two
of the leading exponents of contending
political factions was one of the most
entertaining features of chautauqua week.
Emil Seidel, former mayor of Milwau-
kee, debated the affirmative and made
the claim that socialism would cure many
of the ills that have grown out of the
concentration of wealth under the pres
ent profit system He believes that the
government should at once take over the
coal mines, railroads, telegraphs and the
trusts and operate them for the benefit
of all. Ex-Congressman Adam Bede of
Minnesota defended present day condi-
tions and said they are great deal bet
ter than ever before and are getting
better all the time. He claimed that the
American workingman has access to a
great many luxuries and is in better
condition in America than anywhere else
in the world.
William P. Weatherly, "a prominent
young farmer of this county, and Miss
Lucy Thompson Moore of Athens, eloped
to this city yesterday and were married
in the probate judges office by the Rev.
e. M. Barnes, who accompanied them
from Athens. Miss Moore graduated in
the Athens college Tuesday night and
received her diploma, but her aunt, Miss
Mary N. Moore. president of the insti-
tuition. She is just Is years old and her
marriage was opposed by her family be-
cause of her youth.
Trial of the suit of the heirs of s. l.,
Jones against the Western Union Tele-
graph company is being heard in the
circuit court. Jones was killed by high
power electric wire that fell down 70
the street IS months ago while the Hunts
vile hotel annex was burning. The cleo
trio light company places the blame on
the Western Union and the suit for S10,-
600 damages is against that corporation.
The Pierian Literary society of But
Ter school, under the direction of Miss
Florence Hardie, gave the senior class
a reception at the school building last
evening. The examination had been COM
pleted and the tension loosened which
made everything conducive to great en-
ioyment. Each member OF the senior
class was presented with a gift from the
student body, among which were the blue
back speller and a toy wagon
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
New Decatur Finals

Decatur May 29.--(SpeciaL 1.-The
closing exercises of the New Decatur
public schools took place tonight at
the Masonic theatre, New Decatur. The
following was the programme:
Invocation, Rev. r. L. Walston.
Music, The Gondola," girls chorus.
Annual address. Richmond Pearson
Hobson.
Music, "Hark, Hark, the Lark" girls
chorus.
Delivery OF diplomas.
Trio, 20 Pretty Red Tipped Daisy"
Miss Bessie Cotton, Miss Marjorie Mil
ler, Miss Edith Goodman.
A large audience was present and
listened attenively to the exercises
The Birmingham age-herald., 1913-05-30
EVENTS OF TODAY

City commission Will meet at .
O'Clock today.
Birmingham plays New orleans at
Rickwood Field.
State board of arbitration will meet
today.
At the Theatres
Ma ajestio-"Johnny Wise" 2:30, 7:30
and o'clock p. m.
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Franklin High School Closes

Russellville. May 29.---(special.) )--Tiio
one feature Of the Franklin county
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Local Data

For the "a hours ending at p. m.
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1913-10-09
NOTICE or HEARING a sTO SPECIAL
BENEFITS.
City Of South Bend, Indiana.


Department Of Public Works.
Notice Is hereby given that the follow
ing street improvements have been COM
pleted
Cement curb and grading on MedOra
street. under Improvement Resolution No.
237 In the city Of South Bend. Indiana.
street under improvement Resolution No.
Brick pavement on College street under
Improvement Resolution No. Dis In the
city OF South Bend Ind
Water connections on Marion street nm
der Improvement Resolution No. 2S9. In
the city II SOupth Bend, Indiana.
Cement walk and grading on MisSOula
street, under Improvement Resolution No.
236 In the city Of South Bend, Indiana.
There is on file I'm the Office Of this
board. and subject 90 public inspection, an
assessm ent roll. which contains the names
Of all property owners who are subject 10
assessment, a description OF the property
80 be assessed. and the amount Of each
prima facie assess ment. This board at it's
office I'm the city ball Will, on the path day
Of October. 1913 NJ 30 p. m, receive and
hear remOnstrauces as 10 the amount OF
each assessment. and viii decide whether
the assessed lots or tracts Of land have
been or viii be specially benefited by said
Improvement in the AMOUNTS named on
said roll.
OTTO G. BASTIAN,
CHARLES +. NIEDBALSKI
FRANCIS f. LAMBERT
Board OF Public Works.
Arthur L. Perlev, Clerk of the Board.
Oct6tG
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1913-10-09

State OF indiana. 81. Joseph County. IS.
In the ST Joseph Circuit Court, Septem-
her Term 1913. Geuevieve SierOn ".
Richard SierOu. Divorce. 1I.6SS.
BE is known that the above named plain
tin has filed in the Office Of the clerk OF
said court her complaint against said de
fendaut I'm the above cause together with
a proper affidavit that laid defendant.
Richard (erou. Is not resident OF the
state Of Indiana.
Said defendant is hereby notified that
said cause will stand for trial on the 1st
day Of December. 1913, the same being the
18th day Of the next term Of said court
to commence at the city Of South Bend, on
the Ord Monday I'm November next, on
which day said defendant is required TO
appear % said action
FRANK l.. CHRISTOPH, Clerk.
BY John L. Gully. Deputy.
EDMUND 4. WILLS, Atty. for Plaintiff.
Oct2-9-18
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1913-10-09
NOTICE OF HEARING A sTO SPECIAL
BENEFITS.
CITY OF South Bend. Indiana.
Department OF Public Parks

City OF South Bend. Indiana.
Department Of Public Parks.
Notice is hereby given that the follow
ing street Improvement has been COM
pleted
COnvrcte Asphaltic Pavement on st.
Louis street from jefferson Blvd, 10 South
Bend avenue. under Improvement ResOlu-
tiOn No. g. 10 the city of South Bend, In
diana
There Is on file i'm the Office OF this
board. and subject TO public inspection, an
assessment roll. which contains the names
OF all property owners who are subject TO
assessment a description Of the property
10 be assessed. and the amount OF each
prima facie assess ment. This board ut its
office i'm the city hall, viii on the 1Tth day
81 October 1918, at Z 80 p. m, receive and
hear remonStrances as TO the amount Of
each assessment. and viii decide whether
the assessed lots or tracts Of land have
been or viii be specially benefited by said
Improvement in the amounts named on
said roll.
DR. L. J. LENT.
HORACE l.. GREEN,
RICHARD ELBEL.
l. W. JACKSON.
Board Of Park Commissioners.
Arthur L. Perley, Secy. OctGt6