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The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
REPUBLICANHOP SUCCESS
 OVER DEMOCRATS IS GONE
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mendous crops are reported from all parts of the country, opportunities for busi- ness expansion are opening in every di- rection and democratic discord is chang ing into very fair sernblance of har- mony. The south is jubilant over the risex in the price of sugar, and the south badef fair to be progressive stronghold. and the European war has so diverted the public mind from politics that it will be hard for the critics of the administra- tion to find sympathetic audiences
 Six week ago political Lloyd's would have demanded heavy premium for in- surfing a substantial democratic victory in November. Now, few observers think it worth while to spend money for such insurance.
 Compared with Frank F. Woods, chair man of the republican congressional com nittee, the oyster is loquacious bird; under present political conditions Woods doesn't talk to even himself But he looks unutterable things
 On the whole. belief prevails here that the democrats will come pretty near hold ing their present margin Of control. The republicans may gain a few seats through defeat of progressives, of whom only a half dozen seem sure to be returned. such as Hinebaugh Kelly of Pennsyl- yania, who pried John Dalzell out of the House; Woodruff of Michigan and Nolan, Bell and Stephens of California.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
WOODMENO OF WORLD. ARE IN COLUMBUS
Tri-State Encampment Will Be Held at Georgia
 City

Columbus, Ga, August 23.-(Special) With thousand or more Woodmen of the World already in the city, at least half of which are in uniform, and every train bringing large delegations the open ing of the three states-Georgia, Alabama and F'lorida-encampment here tomorrow promises to be a success from every viewpoint Today and tonight the fol- lowing regiments arrived The 146th from Birmingham, the Atlanta, Ga, regiment and the companies from Miami Cordele, Phenix City, Ala, and the local company. All of these are already Tn camps.
 Tomorrow morning regiments from Sa- vannah, Macon and Jacksonville will ar- rive. There will be all told 40 companies provision for which has already been made
 Columbus is gaily decorated and the principal streets, being brilliantly lighted present a gala appearance. Thousands of persons were on the streets tonight to hear the Birmingham regiment band con cert on Broad street.
 The opening ceremonies will begin to- morrow upon the arrival of the sover- eign commander, w. A. Frazer of Omaha, Neb. There are many members of the Woodmen Circle here. Mrs. Emma B. Manchester, sovereign guardian of the Woodmen Circle, will arrive tomorrow on the same train with General Frazer. The encampment will last the entire week and the programme Is a most interesting one.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24

Washington, August 23.-(Special.)-O on a time sage remarked, Twenty four hours is an age in politics. and on this axiom the republicans and pro- gressives in Washington are basing what little hope they entertain of wrestling control of Congress from the democrats. Some slip by the administration, some whirl of the wheel of fortune may turn the tide of public sentiment, they aver. but such an event will have to come quickly to help them in the congressional campaign.
 Six short weeks ago the republicans saw pot of treasure at one end or the political rainbow and the progressiVes saw the same at the other end. The dem ocrats. they figured, were caught in the storm and would be drenched in down pour of opposition votes Which sounos poetical. but was practical in the minds of the opposition. Now. however the clouds have rolled away from the demo- cratic side of the field and the repub- licans and progressives are enshrouded in gloom
 The feelings of the opponents Of the democratic administration generally are set forth by Representative Hinebaugh of Illinois for years the supreme com mander of the republican machine in his district but now chairman of the pro gressive congressional committee Hear him:
 well, it looks as though the game were up and the democrats would re- tain control of Congress. And. speaking of luck, this administration ought to be prosecuted for maintaining a monopoly in that commodity. Six weeks ago the opposition had verything-business was bad, the south was in revolt, the admin istration was ridiculed at home and abroad for its Mexican policy and the democratic party itself was rent with discord in New York and several other states.
 Now. prestol The Mexican situation seems to have strengthened itself, tre-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
EUROPEAN WAR MAY HOLD CONGRESS IN EXTENDED SESSION
Many Important Bills to Come Up-May Give the Philippines Independence
 by Special Bill

Washington August 23.-War in Europe promises to hold Congress in session in- definitely Commerce. which the war has stricken, is the principal subject with which Congress is concerned. Following passage of the insurance bil la proposal for the government 10 organize cor poration for the purchase of ships to en- gage in transoceanic trade will be taken np.
 In the Senate consideration will he.given during the week to the bill to give fed eral license to cotton warehouses. Amend ments are pending to include tobacco and naval stores warehouses and canned sal mon warehouses. Consideration of the Clayton antitrust bill also will be re- sumed.
 An effort will be made by the House insular affairs committee to get spe- eial rule for consideration of the bill looking to Philippine independence. Chair man Jones, of the insular committee, and Manuel Quezon, resident cominis- sioner of the Philippines in Congress, say that unless there is immediate action 4he wheels of the Philippine government machinery will stop because of the par alyzed condition of the islands trade with Europe.
 All moves at the capitol bearing on the proposal of raising a war revenue await an expected message rom fresi- dent Wilson. Estimates in the hands ol congressional leaders and the testimony of officials indicate loss of sloooVo'oVV in customs receipts this fiscal year.
 The Ferriss water power conservation bill is the pending regular pusihess 'i the House.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
Bessener News

Ressemer. August 23.-(Special)- )-Mary Too Tavlor. a negro girl, was run over .,d killed late last night as she was at .,,,;,ey to cross the tracks of the Louis vile and Nashville railroad at Eighth avenue and Twentieth street IL appears that the girl with Ed and Lila Hlhton' both negroes were going down hlghth avenue toward Twsnty-hrst street anu some cabooses were being backed across the avenue The girl was several lee' .head of the other negroes ana oio ho' see the cars, although Joe Mason who ,,,as on one of the cars, called to tue ..ir, to stop. but she did not hear nm. ,r,a oars passed over her body, dragging bo,,+ os feet and were derailed. The oars were stopped as soon as possipie hut the girl was dead her body haVlhs been almost completely severed Dep- r+v Coroner Arthur Jacobs was imme- diately called and went to the scene He will hold an investigation this week.
 Louis Williams, negro. cut ana paoN iniured Arthur Thomas, another negro last night at the home of Williams al Robertstown. It appears that the men got into dispute which resulted in Williams shooting at his wife and then turning on Thomas cut him about the face. head. arms and back. The mans condition is thought to be serious. Will Hams made good his escape.
 Hiram Radford Williams, the 3-year-old son of Mrs Lucy Williams, died this morning at 9 o'clock at the home of his mother at Iipseomb after short illness. The funeral took place this afternoon at o'clock from the Lipscomb Methodist church, the services being conducted by the Rev. Mir Abernathy, pastor Inter- ment was made at Union cemetery, with Jacobs & Son in charge.
 w. F. Mallett, deputy sheriff of Tuscaloosa county, was arrested last night by Officer Leo Hill on First ave nue and Twentieth street, on charge of being drunk and disorderly. The man claimed that he was in Bessemer look ing for his son.
 Mrs. c. Crick was a delightful hostess yesterday afternoon when she entertained in celebration of the sixth birthday of her little daughter, Elenor Carr. at her home on Dartmouth avenue. The recep- tion rooms were made attractive in dec- orations of ferns and garden flowers. Va rious games were enjoyed by the little folk. after which ice cream cones, fancy cakes, lemonade and bob-bobs were served The cutting of the. birthday cake was an interesting feature, the ring fall ing to the hostess. The dime fell to Dolly King Those present were: Josie Martin, Dolly King, Mildred Jones, Or line and Margaret Randle, Florence Bum by, Kathleen Naylor, Otis randle, Pa tricia Jones, c. R. Randle and Billie Burke.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
COlOnel's Son Answers
 Call for Volunteers

Paris, August 23-Colonel Folaue, com mander of a division of artillery at the front, recently needed few men for a teers.
 Those who undertake this mission will perhaps never come back he said. ''and he who commands will be one or the first sons of France to die for his country in this war;
 Volunteers were numerous. The son of Colonel Folque asked for the honor of leading those who would undertake the mission The colonel paled but did not finch. His son did not come back.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
WAR REGULATIONS
 TO BE GAZETTED

Conferences have been held daily re- gently by the privy council and officers
 of the army and navy. The cabinet has arranged war regulations, which will be gazetted tomorrow.
 The newspapers express surprise at the extent of American suspicion regarding Japans motives in issuing the ultimatum but leading writers express a firm con- fidence that a better understanding will be had with the people of America.
 Premier Okuma states that documen- tary evidence will show that England not only requested Japan's assistance, but approved her entire programme.
 A dispatch from Picking says the Ger man minister and Chinese foreign office were about to sign an agreement regard ing Tsing Tau, when Japan decision was announced, whereupon the Chinese foreign office decided not to proceed.
 Other dispatches say President Yuan Shi Kai is satisfied with Japans atti- tude and pledges.
 A dispatch from Harbin, Manchuria, says railway passenger communication is open between Siberia and European Rus sia
 It is reported that number of Ger man reservists were arrested and inn prisoned at Irkutsk, Siberia, and that others fled into Chinese territory disguised as Chinamen.
 
 buro Shimada, member of the opposi- ton in Parliament, said he believed Ja- pan had no desire to keep Kiauchau. He asserted that it was Japan's policy to prevent a stir-up in China.
 '"The retaining of Kiauchau,' he said, would mean the danger of revolution in China and mourning the i'll will of America. Japan is appreciative of Ger manys contribution to Japanese civiliza- ton but is resentful because the Kaiser first raised the cry of yellow peril and Germany directed combination to oust Japan from Port Arthur in 1885,"
 Premier Okuma has requested the Jap anese people to be especially considerate of German residents. Japan, he said, has no hatred against the Germans, whose lives and property are protected by law.
 An imperial ordinance gives German merchantment until September to dis charge their cargoes and sail away safe ly under the protection of passports.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
NEWPORT IS READY FOR TENNIS CRACKS Mclaughlin Will Be Called Upon to Defend His
 Rank

Newport, R. l., August 2S.-The Thirty-fourth championship is singles and doubles of the United States Lawn Tennis association will be held during the next 10 days on the historic courts of the Newport Casino. The singles event will begin tomorrow, but the finals are not expected to be reached until next week.
 Maurice E. Mclaughlin will be called upon to defend his national title by plaing through the eight rounds of the all comers' tournament.
 In the doubles match Tuesday. Me- Loughlin with T. c. Bundy of Los An- geles will meet E. M. Church and Dean Mathey. Mclaughlin and Bundy need but one more victory to capture the sixth set of cups offered for the doubles event since 1881.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
Russia Denies Report
 of Revolution

London. August 23-(S:s0 p. m.)-A dis patch to Reuters Telegram company from St. Petersburg contains the fol- lowing official statement issued today by the Russian government.
 The Russian government denied the report circulated in Germany that rev olution has broken out in the Caucasus and that the frontier population has asked Turkey to intervene and restore order. Perfect order prevails in the Caucasus, where volunteers for the war were so numerous that many had to be refused. Several entire tribes have requested per mission to fight with the regular army
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
GERMAN TROOPS
 CAMPED IN SUBURBS

London August 23.L(S p. m.)-Tele- graphing from Ostend. Reuters cor respondent says:
 The German troops are camped in the suburbs of and villages around Brussels. They are not in the town it. self No German flags fly over the royal palace or the town hall. Tn fact the Germans are leaving the admins tration to the civil authorities.
 Troops which surround the city are not those which fought at Louvain and Aerschot, but fresh forces brought by the railway from Aix-La- Chappelle to Liege and Tirlemont and who came thence by motor car. It Is impossible to move about the country as bicycles and motor cars are prohibited in the province of Flanders. The Germans oc- cupy all villages and towns, assuring the passage of their troops. most of which are leaving Brussels and march, ing toward France. Antwerp, for the moment is being neglected.
 "rhe population of the villages are observing 1.-the advice given them by their burga amasters to remain calm and surrender haeir arms"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24


 sation again-he was one.
 Picks Up Youngsters
 Stallngs has picked up other youths who are playing the game up to the han dle. Rabbit Maranville is possibly the best shortstop in the game, or at least very close to it. Dugey, Connolly, Gill bert and Mann are outfielders. in addition to Gather and Devore, who are delivering the goods. Stalfings has use for all six, using the three left-handed batters against right-handed pitchers and the three right handed hitters against southpaws.
 Nearly forgot to speak about Red Smith, just sold by the Brooklyn Dodgers to the Braves two weeks ago. Smith now is playing a shifty game around third base for Stallings. being considerably bet ter than Charley Deal, who at that is another improved player under Stallings after being castaway by the Detroit Tigers a couple of years ago.
 Johnny Eyers-there's the only finished ball player Stallings has who was ac- quired in the finished state. The big deal with the Chicago Cubs after Charles Webb Murphy kicked Evers out, is still remem- bered vividly by most of the fans. Johnny is playing much better ball this year than he had put Up for several seasons, thanks to the Stallings methods of gingering up his men.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
John F. Lamb Dies

Terre Haute, Ind, August 23.-John F. Lamb, well known in democratic national political affairs, died here today at the age of 62. He was a member of the Firty-eighth United States Congress. It had been reported that President Wilson was considering appointing MT. Lamb ann bassador to Mexico.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
All Ready at Seaqirt

Seagirt, N J.. August 23.-Everything is in readiness here for the opening to- morrow of the Seagirt shooting tournaT ment Nine events are carded for thSl first day. The most important Is the interstate regimental and the New York associations company team match. Teams to represent the United states in the North American international matches will be selected from individ- ual competitors.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
Hubbard Bros. & Co.
vOssBURG. MISS

Csttcn Merchants, Hanover Square, N. Y. Members New York Cotton Ex. change, New orleans Cotton Exchanee, New York Produce Exchange. Asso. hiate Members Liverpool Cotton Asso- chase and sale of Cotton and Cotton Deed Oil for future delivery. Special attention and liberal terms given for eonsigpments of spot cotton for ao- livery Correspondenee invited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
TEXAS LEAGUE

At Waco: Waco 6, Houston 5. At Dallas: Dallas 4, San Antonio Q1 innings).
 At Beaumont: Beaumont-Austn, rain. At Fort Worth: Fort Worth 2-1. Gal weston To.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
Ford Ont of Game

Buffalo, August 23.-Russell Ford, the star pitcher of the Buffalo Federals, is out for the season with spinal trouble He is thought to have injured it while diving in a swimming pool last year.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
Box Office to Omen

The box office of the Bljou theatre will open Thursday morning for sale of tick cts for August 31- when the sea son opens with "The Heart Charmers," a musical comedy with cast of 10 people
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
Busher Brewer Trims Browns

Utica, N. r., August 29.-Brower former St. Louis National recruit, kept the hits of St. Louis Americans scattered today Utica winning, to 3.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
Caldwell Is Repentant

New York, August 23-Slim Caldwell is repentant and will rejoin the Yankees if Manager Chance will remit his fines. Chance says his star pitcher will have to show his sincerity before he will allow him to play.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
JAPAN DECLARES
 WAR ON GERMANY
(Continued from Page One)

jects, peace soon may soon be restored and the glory of the empire be en- hancad :,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
Carbon Hill Wins

Carbon Hill, August 23.-(Special) ) Carbon Hill took two fast games from Vernon here yesterday, the first being decided in the ninth by two pinch hit ters-Pressley singling and McDade doubling with two on. The pitching of Brown was superb. Hal Morton, Yer mons fast third baseman, featured in the first game, accepting nine chances rith0lit a bohh1a
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
AMATEUR

The American Steel and Wire team won the first game played on its new grounds from the strong Wylam team by the score of to 3. The all round good game, to- gether with Thon's smashing drive and Whiteway's star catch, were features too strong for the Wylam team. Score:
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
German Commander
 Demands Army Be Fed
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Cohhueu f" Oe5 pers are not appearing. The milk sup ply is failing.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24
HAS WORKED
 MIRACLES WITH BRAVES
Sangs Has Taken Aggregation of Tail Finders and Whipped Them Into Running Have Been Developed Into
 stars-Gowdy and Rudolph Respond to Training
By MONTY
Picks Up Youngsters

there, accomplishing every fielding task that he attempted. To use that word sen- saton again-he was one.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-24

w. F. Mallett, a deputy sheriff of Tuscaloosa county, was arrested last night by Officer Leo Hill on First ave- nue and Twentieth street, on charge of being drunk and disorderly The man claimed that he was in Bessemer look ing for his
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1914-03-27

right down to it every one of EN- has
a nice little collection Of gold bricks in
his closet. | guess you've got them
going. hope So"
THANK you" smiled the girl. You
are very kind. You are here. l under
stand. because of an unfcrtunate-er-
affair of the hearth"
MI. Bland smoothed back his black
oily hair from his forehead and smirk-
ed. "Oh. ~now"-he protested.
"Arabella." put in Mr.. Magee. was
her anne. The bea mites of history and
mythology hobbled into oblivion at
sight Of her,"
I'm quick to forget" insisted Nj.
Bland.
That does you no credit. I'm sure"
replied the girl severely. And now.
mamma. | think we had better select
our rooms
She paused, tor Elijah Quimby had
come in through the dining room door.
"Wellv! he drawled. "Mr. Magee."
he said. that letter from Mr.. Bentley
asked me to let you stay at Baldpate
inn. There wasn't anything in it about
your bringing parties Of friends along"
these are not friends I've brought
along" explained .Magee. They're
simply some more amateur hermits who
have strolled in from time to time. All
have their individual latchkeys to, the
hermitage. And all. | believe. have
credentials for you to examine"
Mr.. Quimby stared in angry wonder.
Professor Bolton rose from his chair.
80 you are Quimby." he said in q
soothing tone. I'm glad to meet you
at last. Ny old friend John Bentley
has spoken Of you So often. have Z
letter from him. He drew the are
/ taker to one side and took an enveiops
from his pocket. The two converted
in low tones.
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1914-03-27
mysterious disappearance"

mysterious disappearance"
She paused and looked at the others.
Mr.. Magee surveyed her narrowly. He
wondered.
II am to disappear completely for q
time" she went on. "'As though the
earth had swallowed me- will be the
good old phrase of the reporters. |
am to Iingcr here at BaIdpate inn. a
key to which my press agent has Sc
| cured for me. Meanwhile the papers
will speak t~earfully Of me in their
Can't you just see them those head
lines? Beautiful Actress Drops From
Sight!" She stopped. blushing. Every
woman who gets into print. you know,
is beautiful"
But it'd be no lie in your case.
dearie." put in Mrs. Norton. feeling
carefully of her atrocionsly blond store
hair.
"Your mother takes the words from
my mouth" smiled Mr.. Magee. ..
From what part of ireland do You
Gomez" laughed the girl. She seemed
somewhat embarrassed by her moth
er's open admiration. We'll. setting
all blarney aside. such will be the
headlines. And when the last clew Is
exhausted and my press agent ia the
same | come back ~ appear in a new
play. a we'll known actress. OF such
fippant things is a Broadway reputa-
ton built"
I'VE all wish you success IN sure"
Mr.. Magee searched his memory in
vain for this actress name and
fame. The answer was simple. An
J other fable was being spun from whole
| cloth beneath the root Of Baldpate inn.
I'VE have Il New York paper here" he
went on but as yet there seems to be
no news of your sad di~lppearance."
"Wouldn't 1t be- the limit II they
didn't fall for it, Ineried the older
woman.
Fall for it," repeated Professor Boil
ton. not questioningly. but with the air
Of a scientist about to add a new and
rare specimen to his alcohol jar.
she means if they didn't accept my
disappearance rs legitimate news" ex-
planned the girl: That would be very
disappointing. But surely there was
no harm in making the experiment.,
They're n clever lot. those newspa-
per guys" sneered Mr.. Bland. in their
own opinion. But when you come
The Bottineau courant. (Bottineau, Bottineau County, N.D.) 1895-1929, 1914-03-27
has the fiftt, key. Of course. He'll te

has the fifth key. Of course. He'll te
here soon."
"The mayor" gasped Mr.. Magee
Really. / haven't the slightest idea
what you mean. Pm here to work
"very WE'LL" said the girl coldly, III
you wish it that way" They came to
the door Of II. and she took the pail
from Mr.. Magee's hand. Thanks"
"'Where are you going. my pretty
maid?'" asked Magee. indicating the
pail.
"'''Ill see you at luncheon. sir"
she said.'" responded Miss Norton. and
the door Of II slammed shut.
Mr.. Magee returned to No. : and
thoughtfully stirred the fire. The tan
gle of events babe fair to swamp him.
THE mayor Of Reuton." he unused
has the fifth key. What in the name
Of common sense is going on! It's too
much even for melodra matte me-" He
leaned back in his chair. Anyhow, l
like her eyes, lie said. And I
shouldn't want to be quoted as disap-
proving Of her hair either. I'm on her
side. whichever it may be-"