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The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
THREE-FOURTHS OF
 CARDS RETURNED

Of the 10000 cards mailed. 150o properly filled out were returned. A staff of men was put to work tabulating the returns. It had been determined to permit the people, through this paper to hold their own election. Therefore. no member of the staff used his judgment in arriving at conclusion in a single county. What the people said was put down, added, and divided by the number of cards which entered into the calculation. For instance, about 95 cards were received from Gov irgton county. Each opinion was writ ten out. The 95 were added The total thus arrived at, was divided by go, and the net result accepted as thesSote which Covington will poll
 A great deal of interest was aroused throughout the state. From every coun- ty came requests for advance" informa- ton. But the indications were kept secret. Those who participated in the election have displayed a keen anxiety, and some who returned cards as soon as they received them. later wrote personal letters making corrections in their origi- nal estimate.
 As result of the election and the publication of the result, 1t is anticipated that there will follow throughout the state renewed effort on the part of sup porters of each rival camp. Great en- thusiasm in the midst of hard work is probably destined to be the feature oi the last few days of the struggle.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
DINNER IS GIVEN
 BY KENNEL CLUB Delightful AffairLas Night Attended By Leading
 Members

A dog -goned' good time was had last night at the "get-together" dinner oi the Birmingham Kennel club. held in the private dining room of the Hotel Hill man. In attendance at the dinner were the leading members of the club, and a number of ladies which gave an addi- tional charm 10 the pleasant affair. w. s. Scott acted as toastmaster and was happy in his introduction of the several speakers.
 Among the features of the affair was a resolution of appreciation to the direc- tors of the Alabama State Fair associa- ton for the splendid cooperation they had given the club in its kennel shows at the State Fair. The keynote of the several speakers was increased interest in the Kennel club and the efforts to be made to make the approaching kennel show at the State Fair the best ever held in the south. A vote of thanks was ex- tended to Hugh Seals for the beautiful flowers with which the table was pro- fusely decorated. motion prevared making the wives of members associate members of the club without initiation fee or dues.
 The first speaker was A. C. Chesney, president of the club. who after express Ing his appreciation of the presence of so many ladies at the banquet voiced the hope that many similar occasions would be held by the club. He referred to the approaching kennel show and stated that he expected it to be among the greatest features of the fair. In a characteristic speech, N. B. Stack indorsed the remarks of the president He stated he had "gone to the dogs at an early age and as time went on his interest and affection for them increased. He referred to the or ganizaton of the Kennel club and his appreciation of it's growth.
 Jack Riddle also spoke on the organiZa- ton of the club and its carly struggles. In speaking of the State Fair he said directors of the fair had provided the best dog show building he had ever seen outside New York He said the increased facilities would mean bet ter show and that indications were that the next show would surpass any show held heretofore.
 B. B. Burton, who was guest of the club. was called upon and responded in his usual happy style. He referred to the fact that the fair directors felt that the dog show was one of the features of the fair and that they had provided a building that was second to none in the south. He said they welcomed the Ken mel club at the fair and expressed the hope that the 1914 show would be the biggest and best in its history.
 Mrs. w. S. Scott was called upon and gracefully responded with few well chosen remarks. Among the other speak CTS were Hugh Scales pr. Donnelly, O. K. Toombs. Dr. Piatt, H. W. Embrick, A. F. Lunstrom, J. H. Holmberg and R. $. w. Brown.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
INVITE HARRISON TOC0LUMBUS, MISS. President of Southern May Attend Formal Opening
 of Chamber

Columbus, Miss, May 6.--tspecial) President Fairfax Harrison of the Southern railway has been invited by T. l. Locke, Jr, president of the Cham Der of Commerce, to deliver an address before the chamber on the occasion of the formal opening of it's new quar- ters in the Stone hotel building, May IS.
 The Chamber of Commerce. which was only recently organized will be domiciled in the stone hotel building within the next few days, handsome quarters including assembly rooms. con ference rooms, etc. having been se- cured therein. The formal opening of the new quarters will be auspi- cious occasion and several speakers in addition to President Harrison should he accept the invitation to come to Columbus, are scheduled for addresses.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
SOON TO CONCLUDE
 WATERWORKS CASE

It is expected that the city will conclude Its case in the hearing of the quo war; ranto proceedings brought by the city of Birmingham against the Birmingham Waterworks company. on trial in the circuit court. Judge E. C. Crow insisted yesterday that the witnesses be put on the stand promptly. and that no unnecessary delays would be permitted. The proceed ings are brought in tho name of the state of Alabama ex rel James Weatheriy and the annuilment of the waterworks com pany is sought, tho contention being that its contract with the city had been vio- lated.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
News of Ensley

Gilbert Williamson, a well known citi- zen of Wylam, died Wednesday morning about 7:30 o'clock, following a fainting spell while at work in the yard of his home at Forty-second street. When at tackled he staggered into the house and fell on the floor His wife called for help and two carpenters working nearby responded. Medical aid was summoned. but before the doctor arrived Mir. Will 1iamson was dead.
 The deceased was prominent in frater- nal circles and member of the Masonic lodge and of the Odd Fellows He was about 35 years of age, and is survived by a widow and four children. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
 The annual dance given last night by the Ensley lodge of Elks was a most de- lightful affair." It was held in the pa vilion of the Ensley park, and was at tended by a large number of the mem- bers of the order. their wives and sweet hearts and a number of invited guests. A fine orchestra was provided and every one present enjoyed the dance. which con- tinued until the midnight hour.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
POLICE REPORT FOR
 APRIL FEATURELESS

The feature of the April police report was that s9539.45 of stolen property was recovered by the department. surpassins by far the record of any previous month this year. all of which have larger amounts of stolen goods recovered than previous months in past years.
 The report shows that there were 140i arrests made by the police. and that 99; convictions were secured. Most of the ar rests were of routine order, and were featureless. The April report is the las, report of the police department individ- ualy. as next month the report will show the work of both the police and detec. tive departments combined.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
B. Y. P. U. INSTITUTE
 IS VERY SUCCESSFUL

The B. Y. P. U. institute being held at the First Baptist church. is being attended by large crowds and helpful and entertaining programmes are be- ing rendered nightly. The institute be- gan last Sunday and win close Fri day night.
 The Ensley union gave a demonstra ton last night which was highly com plimented Mir. Coates, the musical lead CT. was congratulated upon the results The First Baptist church girls quar- tet which sang Tuesday night, was one of the best features of the institute so far
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
FOUR MURDER CASES
 COME UP IN FRANKLIN

Russellville. May 6.--tSpecial )-The May term of the circuit court con- vened here Monday with Judge J. Il. Curtis of the fourteenth circuit pre- siding in the stead of regular Judge C. P. Almon. Pending trial at thie term of court "re tour murder cases. viz. Those of Frank Palmer. continued from las. .erm; Jesse Edgar. Tom Miller and William Burlington. Aside from these no other cases of importance are dock eted for this term
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
FORBES co. TRUSTEES
 MODIFY OFFERS

Modification of the offer of the trus- tees of tho E. E. Forbes Piano company was made yesterday morning before Judge E. H. Dryer. referee in bank ruptcy. Last week the trustees made an offer of 70 per cent to tho unsecured creditors, which was not satisfactory and the matter continued until yester- day for further investigations. Yes terday the trustees offered to pay the unsecured creditors 1b per cent in cash and s5 per cent on time. The secured creditors will be paid in full Judge Dryer will present the offer to Judge w, I, Grubb with such recommendation es he sees nt to offer,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
Hardware Man Here

r. B. Preston, secretary and head of the purchasing department of the Sim mons Hardware company of St. Louis. Mo. has been in the city for several days looking over the grounds with Q view of making connections with some of the local manufacturers. The Sim mons Hardware company Is one of tho largest concerns of It's kind in the world aud are heavy buyers of iron and steel and other commodities as the concern manufactures its own goods.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
|C. |. GEW|N NAMED u. 5. MARSHAL FOR
 SOUTHERN DISTRICT
Greensboro Man Nominated for Job By President Wilson-SelectiOn Is
 Little Surprising
Ny c. B. STEWART

Washington, May G. Special. )-C, c. Gewin of Greensboro was today nomin- ated today by President Wilson to he United States marshal for the south ern district MT. Gewin's nomination leaves only the northern district to be filled It is understood that a nomina tion for this place will be made with in the next few days.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
LARGE MONTGOMERY AUDIENCE HEARS THE
 B. B. COMER SPEECH
Gubernatorial Candidate Given Big Demonstration In MOntgOmery-Pays
 Usual Respects

Montgomery, May 6.--lSpeciaL)-B. B. Conner spoke at the Grand theatre here tonight to a very large and enthusiastic audience, and received a tremendous ova- tion from those who heard him. Two floors of the large theatre were well crowded and large number of seats In the second gallery were occupied. MT. Corners speech tonight was the first he has delivered in Montgomery since he re- tired from the office of governor three years ago.
 The former governor spoke for an hour, and was voelferously applauded from time to time. His address was along the lines of former campaign speeches. He re- ferred at length to the Louisville and Nashville Railroad company the "alled interests the governor and Charles Lewis.
 "I have got nothing against the Louis vile and Nashville railroad" said the speaker. .The Louisville and Nashville Is great corporation. a great developer, but l want to take the control of the states government from out of that com panys hands.
 Will Make Settlement
 Mir. Conner declared that if elected gov ernor he would make settlement with the Louisville and Nashville railroad within 60 days, and said 1t would be done without contest.
 Give me such men as Will Hin of Montgomery in the senate and others like the men you have elected to the house. and l will have no trouble in bringing the railroads to terms, said MT, Conner
 He declared in answer to charges made that he had spent the states money; that no one had said he took it. and asserted that the present governor had been extravagant with the peoples money He paid his usual respects to Charles Lewis. George w. Jones of Montgomery, and various papers of the state opposing his candidacy.
 Mir. Conner was introduced by Will Hill of Montgomery, who was nominated for the state senate in the primary on April {.
 Mir. Hill paid the speaker a high tribute, and declared that he was in entire accord with MT. Corners principles. The former governor reached Montgomery today shortly after noon. and was met at the station by large crowds of his followers. His friends gave him a great reception at the Union station. and escorted him through the streets of the city in an im- mense automobile parade in which there were about 50 cars In the parade was an automobile drawing a dray. on which was placed a miniature replica of the state capitol. To the drav was attached large sign. which read: Help Conner to Bring the Alabama State Capitol Back from Louisville Ky"
 MT. Conner will leave in the morning for his home in Birmingham. In the audience that heard him tonight was a large number of out-of-town people.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
Henderson Speech

Montgomery. May 6.-tSpecial. )-While B. R. Conner was delivering a speech here tonight in the interest of his cam paign for governor, Col William L. Pitts of Uniontown was speaking at Chisholm a suburb of the city in behalf of Charles Hendersons fight for the governorship
 Colonel Pitts Is one of a score of speak CTS who is stumping the state this week for Mir. Henderson.
 He has made large number of ad- dresses for the Troy candidate during the past few weeks. and will fill engage ments during the remainder of the week
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
Auto Flre Truck for Decaturs

Decatur May e.-(Speciai. )-New De- catur ia figuring on buying an auto- mobile Ire truck. They have asked for and have received a number of bids, The fire committee will met on May II and at that time will consider the bids and It 10 quite likely that fire truck VIII be purchased by that city,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
MAKE SUBSTATION OF
 ALABAMA CITY OFFICE
Government Considering Making Postoffice Branch of Gadsden Of-
 fice-Aviation Meet Assured

Gadsden. May 6.-tSpecial 1.-The matter of making the Alabama City postoffiee substation of the Gads- den office is being considered. It is argued that this not only would give Alabama City better service than 1t now receives and would give it two carriers. a money order and stamp sta- ton. but the increased receipts would
 place the Gadsden office in the first
 class.
 E. T. schuler. manager of the Ala bama City, Gadsden and Attalla Rail- road company, today denied the charge of Capt. J. M Elliott that the high tension wires of the company are dan
 gerous. MT. Schuler says the company | is responsible for loss of life or prop erty due to these wires and will not maintain a dangerous line. | The aviation exhibition for Gadsden | Saturday. May 16, was assured this afternoon when merchants subscribed
 the required amount. It will be free to visitors.
 Everything Is in readiness here for the opening game on the home grounds.
 Business houses will be closed and a
 brass band has been secured to en- certain the crowd with music. Talla-
 dega will be the opposing team negro girl, named Lena Maud Kir-
 by. was killed by a street car on Wal
 nut street late yesterday afternoon.
 She was playing catch and fell on the track in front of the car. No blame
 was attached to the crew, as the ac- cident was said to be unavoidable Knowing that death was near as 6 result of dropsy. William J. Arnold, 8I years old, a prominent resident of Wal
 nut Grove. told his friends several dayl
 before his death to prepare his coffin for him. He was a large man. weigh | ing 800 pounds and thought there
 would be difficulty in finding a cof-
 fin large enough. The funeral was held
 yesterday.
 1 The programme has been issued fol
 commencement exercises at the Eto.
 wah county high school at Attalla
 which will be held May 7-13.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
PERSONAL

Fl. A. w. Lowe Is stopping over here for a day or two with his friends Mr. Lowe has surprised his friends by telling them he is to be married soon. MT. Lowe Is on his way to visit his home folks in Knoxville, Tenn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
HUNTSVILLE TO HAVE
 CLEANUP CAMPAIGN
Proclamation Issued By Mayor Plac- ing Power of City Government
 Back In Civic League

Huntsville. May 6.--tspecial "A clean-up proclamation has been issueq by Mayor O'Neal, placing the power ana authority of the city government back of the campaign inaugurated for 8 cleaner city by the Civic league. Eff forts will be made to put Huntsville in first class sanitary condition and improve the general health of the com munity as much as possible. City in- spectors will see that orders are car ried out by everybody
 Reports coming in from the country state that only small damage was done by the windstorm which swept through this section yesterday morning. Many trees were blown down but no houses were carried away. High water fol- lowed immediately after the wind storm.
 The Rev L. F. Stansell has opened revival meetings In the First Meth odist church here and Is attracting large audiences.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
VETERANS RETURN
 OHIO BATTLE FLAG
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office are such that it is impossible for me to be with you at this time. The state of Ohio is, however, sending a com mittee of boys of the days of 1-6o to receive at your hands battle flag which you secured from them at Ringold Ga, Ga, in 1863.
 They have been instructed to bring it to the statehouse here at Columbus. where it will be forever preserved as an emblem of their heroism in defending 1t and your bravery in winning it. It will forever be revered as a token of eternal peace between the north and the south. We shall gaze upon its sacred folds as a banner of war rewoven by the loom of years into badge of peace
 Tn the name of the people of Ohio. l thank you for the return of this bat tie flag. Should you see fit, we will welcome you to hold your next reunion in the statehouse grounds and we will conduct you to the shrine where will hang this priceless fabric"
 Young's Speech
 In his response Gen. 3ennett II. Young. commander in chief of the United Con- federate Veterans, paid high tribute to the soldiers of Florida, who participated in the war between the states as Con- federate soldiers.
 froporuondtely neaued, no state sent more men into the armies of the Con- federacy. In 1860 Florida had only 7S,0O( white people and yet she sent II regi- ments of infantry and organized for local defense almost as many more
 Tt is great pleasure for the survivors of the Confederate army to meet here in the metropolis of Florida. We can not forget that Florida proportionately gives more money foe pensions to the Confederate soldiers than any other state
 The splendid hospitality extended to this twenty-fourth reunion. the glad and joyous welcome which is everywhere ac- corded. will make your visitors always feel kindly to the citizenship of your entire state"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07

GET PROGRAMME F0R BIRMiNG- HAM CuAuTAuQUA. BEGINNING 4Ax, y0enpn . L0lD'S,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
MURDERER ATTEMPTS
 TO ESCAPE FROM JAIL
John Ragland, Colcred, Sentenced to Be Hanged June 19, Failed In
 Attempt In Decatur

Decatur. May Especial. )-John Ragland. q negro under sentence to hang here on June 1e for the murder of his wife. made an attempt to es- cape from the Morgan county jail here yesterday. The attempt was. however, unsuccessful.
 The negro had cut several bars in his cell and would have been out in . short time had the fact not been dis covered by . deputy. Some unknown person had slipped him a file and this together with wire taken from his wire cot. were the instruments used.
 Tomorrow a number of we'll known citizens and speakers of the two De- caturs and of this county will make 8 whirlwind campaign of this county in automobiles In the interest of w. w Callahan of Decatur for the democrats nomination for Congress.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
W|LSON-M' 'ADOO
 WEDDING TODAY
White House Busy Scene Yesterday-Ceremony
 Will Be Private

Washington. May e-The White House tonight was the scene of a family re- union and gathering of close friends here for the wedding tomorrow of Miss Flea ter of the President and Mrs. Wilson, to Secretary McAdoo.
 The wedding party iehearsed the cere- mony today. The affair will be simple and strictly private, the only officials in- vited being the vice president and mem bers of the cabinet. There will be no newspaper representatives present, &C., cording to an announcement today.
 Miss Wilson's six girl chums who would have been her bridesmaids had the we'd ding been an elaborate one, were guests at the White House tonight. They are Miss Helen Hunter, Portsmouth, Va; Miss Henrietta Stadelman, Wilmington, Del; Miss Marjorie Brown, Atlanta, Ga Miss Susan Fine and Miss Elizabeth Duff field, Princeton. N J., and Mrs Charles Kellogg, Athens Pa
 After dinner the young folks went to the theatre. All day the White House was busy preparing for tomorrow,s event. Relatives and friends were arriving, and though the wedding company will com prise less than hundred. the activity about the executive mansion was much the ss me as at the Sayre wedding last November. Decorators placed palms and flowers in parlors.
 License Obtained
 The marriage license was obtained late today by l. H. Hoover, the veteran chief usher at the White House. The age of the bridegroom was given as 90 and that of Miss Wilson al "A. The Rev. Sylvester w. Beach of the First Presbyterian church at Princeton, N J.. was named as the clergyman for the occasion.
 Gifts from friends continued to arrive during the day. The Senate's wedding gift, bracelet of diamonds, set in plat inum. costing s1ooo. was sent to the White House tonight with a letter from Sen ator Maritime, chairman CT the committee selected to choose the present
 "M0dear Miss Wilson, wrote the sen ator. on behalf of the Senate of the United States. l have the pleasure to present 10 you the accompanying gift. We tender our best wishes to you for a long and happy life
 The New Jersey congressional delega- ton today sent to the White House it's gift, silver serving tray. engraved in roses, bearing the initials 'E R. w"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
STRAW VOTE POINTS TO COMER ELECTION
 BY 3664 MAJORITY
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date for whom I might have a preference, of the total number of votes, the candi- dates will receive as follows:
 "Comer .........., Henderson ..........
 Ndfne -................s .s........s..
 City .........................
 County ..........................
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07

The committee announces that any one who was omitted from the above list may be paired at the clubhouse after arrival. A number of other visi tors from other cities are expected to- day and they may qualify at any time during the day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
How Scorers Qualify

The Is lowest scorer qualify for the Roebuck Springs prize. second Is for the w. W. Crawford prize, third Is for the East Lake prize and fourth 16 for Wilson Springs prize.
 Golfers yesterday took advantage of the ideal weather and were out in force. go- Ing over the links in anticipation of medal play today. As the course has only been open about a month, it is prac- tically unknown to all the visitors and they were anxious to ramiliarize them selves with the holes.
 Unusual interest is felt in the outcome of the qualifying round today. as there was considerable discussion as to the number of strikes necessary for the IS holes. Opinion varied but the majority seemed to think that the IS holes should be done in S2. and that anything below that would be an excellent score for amateurs
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-05-07
GOLF PLAYERS ARE
 HERE FROM WHOLE SOUTH FOR ROEBUCK
 TOURNAMENT TODAY

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