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The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23
POSTMASTER FOR
SEVENTEEN YEARS
ed as Postmaster at Aiexan-
dria Today, Well Known.

John Woods today received his COM
mission as postmaster at Alexandria.
and succeeds W. E. Britenbutcher,
who has been postmaster at that
place for exactly seventeen years to-
day. Mr. Britenbutcher has served
the government faithfully and well
and his work has been appreciated by
the many friends he had made during
his term of office. Mr. Woods will
take up his duties at once.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23
ThimbIe Club Honors Members.

Thimble Club HonorS Members.
Yesterday afternoon at her home,
1910 Leighton Ave-, Mrs. Elmer G..
Weismann entertained the members
OF the Thimble club in honor of two
Of the members OF that organization.
The honor guests were Miss Grace
McManus, whose marriage to Mr..
James Mccarthy will occur July 20,
and Mrs. William J. Kennedy, who
was married in June. Two beautiful
gifts were presented the bride and
bride to be by the members of the
club The afternoon was pleasantly
spent in sewing and musical numbers
were given by Miss Leila McGaw,
and Mrs Weismann. Dainty refresh
ments were served in which the color
scheme of yellow and white was car
ried out.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23
SUE ROOSEVELT
ON LIBEL CHARGE
His Remarks About Chairman Barnes
Result In Suit Being Filed
Against Him.

limited Press Leased Wire Service
NEW YORK, July 23.-Chairman
Barnes of the state republican com
mittee announced today that he had
today instructed his attorneys imme-
diately to bring action against Colonel
Roosevelt for libel.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23

FOR SALE CHEAP
l Hobart electric coffee mill.
/ American slicing machine.
/ Layton self-computing scale.
1 double beam Howe scale, l 1b to
200.
/ barn platform scale.
. 8 it. glass show cases.
2 2l-inch round oak heating stoves
with pipe.
1 revolving vegetable display stand.
l 170-gal. Bowser celf-measur;nS oil
tank.
horse-wagon and harness.
]. B. WORTHEN
Warsaw, III.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23
Supper and Dance.

Fifteen girls will enjoy a supper at
the Country club this evening. The
party left the city at four o'clock and
will have supper at six to be follow
Among the out of town guests were
Miss Agnes German and Miss Lenna
Marie Norton of Peoria, and Miss
Helene Goldsmith of New York.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23

ing shortly before midnight. There
will be dancing, and the committee in
charge Of the excursion promises that
it will be one of the best Of the sea-
son,
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23
In Honor of Miss McManus.

Miss Katherine McManus has is
sued invitations to one o'clock lun-
cheon on Saturday in honor of her
cousin, Miss Grace McManus whose
marriage will occur on July 20.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23
FOR RENT.

FOR RENT-Two rooms furnished
complete for light housekeeping,
modern. Also sleeping rooms or four
room flat furnished. Inquire 500 Con
cert.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23

FOR RENT-Good room house, barn
and some fruit Inquire of Mrs.
Bennett, 929 Franklin.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23
Initiation At REGULAR Meetino.

The Degree of Honor will hold it's
regular meeting in Hawkes. hall on
Friday evening. There will be initia-
tin at this meeting.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23
X C.. MOONLIGHT Tonight.

n. =. WUOITI5STII OT''STe.
De La Sale council No. GIG, Knights
of Columbus will be sponsors for
moonlight excursion tonight on the
steamer Sidney. The boat will leave
the local wharf at $3.50 o'clock, return
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23

FOR SALE-Shetland pony, outfit
complete Call or address % South
Eleventh street.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23

FOR RENTING furnished rooms
for light housekeeping; bath and
gas. North side. Phone Red 1853.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23
$500 !: ::
Ladies' Society Entertained.

Mrs. Young. 1926 Fulton ST., enter.
tanned the Ladies' society of the Swed-
ish Mission church this afternoon.
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FOR SALE.

FOR SALE-s3,5O new eight room
modern house on Orleans avenue;
hot water heat. John Tumelty.
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Heat Record Smashed,

UNITED Press Leased Wire Service.1
CHICAGO, July 2S.-A new 1914
heat record was set this afternoon
when the mercury reached 81 at l p.
m, one degree hotter than the high
est previous mark and continued to
climb
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1914-07-23

FOR SALE--American adding ma.
chine. Address Machine, this office.
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Read The Daily Gate City. 10
cents per week.
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FOR RENT-Eight room dwelling, us
North Seventh street; bath room,
furnace, electric light and range. Ben
B. Jewell, SIS High street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
HasaCurefor Pellaera

Parrie Nicholas, Laurel. Miss, writes--
 Seems to me if had not obtained your remedy when I did I would not have lived much longer. l am glad you dis- covered this wonderful remedy that will cure Pellagra- When began tak- ing Baughr-s Peliagra Remedy my weight was 50 odd pounds: now 1t is 90 odd I would like to have this pub ifshed and sent to sufferers of Pellagra."
 This E published at her request If you suffer from Pellagra" or know of anyone who suffers from Pellagra. 1t Is your duty to consult tho resourcefui Baughn. who has fought and conquered the dreaded malady right in the l'ellagra Belt of Alabama.
 The symptoms-hands red like suH- burn. skin peeling off. sore mouth. the lips, throat and tongue 8 flaming rcd, with much mucuous and choking. indi- gestion and nausea. either diarrhea or constipation.
 There Is hope if you have PaIIagra. You can be cured by Baughn's Paiiagra lseniedy. Get big free beck on PaIlagra- Address American Compromising Col Box 2o14, Jasper. Ala. remembering money is refunded in any case where ne remedy fails to cure.
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REV. r. |. M'CLUNEY
 CHOSEN MODERATOR
Alabama Synod of Presby- terian Church, U. s. A.,
 Meets at Inglenook

The synod of Alabama of the Pres byterian church, U. s. A. convened at the Ing1enook Presbyterian church and the Rev F. c. Mccluney of the Eighty third Street church at East Lake was chosen moderator for the coming year.
 The retiring moderator, pr. W. B. Witherspoon of Kissmee, Fla, preached the opening sermon which was followed by the organization of the sitting.
 synodicai communion was then ad- ministered
 The Rev. L. E. Brubaker of Ensley was chosen to carry the greetings of the synod to the Southern Presbyterian synod now in session at the South Highlands Presbyterian church. The Rev W. J. Bruce of Sheffield will pre- sent the greetings of the synod to the state convention of the Christian church, which meets in Ensley today.
 A large number of delegates and visitors attended the session of the synod last night. The synod includes all the churches of the denomination in Alabama and Florida.
 The programme for today follows:
 Morning-s:30. devotional service, led by the Rev. s. P. Bixley; 800, roll call, reading minutes and presentation of communications; s:15, home missions, the Rev. F. I. Wear D. D., chairman; chairmen of committees will arrange details for the consideration of tho subjects In their care; 1o:00, ministerial relief and sustentation. the Rev. R. P. Taylor, chairman; 10:45, American Bi- ble society, the Rev. Alfred s. Badger, chairman; 11:00, Christian life and work, the Rev W. J. Bruce, chairman; 12:00 recess for lunch.
 Afternoon--2:00, temperance, the Rev w B. Witherspoon, chairman; 2:20, Sabbath observance, the Rev. J. c. Talley, chairman 2:4o, publication and Sabbath school work, the Rev. l.. E. Brubaker, chairman 4:10, young peoples work, the Rev. L. E. Brubaker, chairman.
 Evening-7:oo. a popular meeting, ]. M. Patterson. Dr. J. F. Clark and Dr. W. A. Provine, speakers; zoo, "The Coming of Christ's Kingdom: Prophecy and Promise;" 200, Our Unfinished Task" CD in the Christianizing of this country; (2) in the evangelization of the non-Christian world; hymn by Dr. Charles L. Thompson
 The synod will close tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
OFFICIAL DINNERS
 BANNED AT CAPITAL

Washington, November 1o.-There will he no official dinners and receptions at the White House this year, 1t was learned definitely tonight, because of the death o2 Mrs. Wilson. The return of Miss Margaret Wilson today from a visit to her sister. Mrs. F. B. Sayre at Williams town, Mass, brought the question to the forefront =
 By abandoning formal dinners and re- captions for the season the President has avoided what officials say would have been an embarrassing situation A dinner and reception always have been given Il. honor Of the diplomatic corps. At present., however, representatives of Great Britain Russia and Japan are not on speaking terms with those of Ger many. Austria Hungary and Turkey. As
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
DELAY REOPENING OF
 ARKANSAS MINES

Prairie Creek, Ark, November 1o.-It was practically decided today that no steps will be taken toward reopening the Prairie Creek mine of the Bache- Denman company, now under guard of United States troops until after Federal Judge Frank Youman returns to Fort Smith next week from Texarkana. Ark, where he is holding court. At that time the courts counsel will be sought as to the feasibility of resum.ng work at the mine under the federal receivership.
 Everything was quiet throughout the valley today. At the soldiers camp board floors were placed in a majority of the tents and other preparations made for a winters stay.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
VISITING COMMITTEE
Pythians Meet With Steel City Lodge
 at Ensley

The general visiting committee of the Knights of Pythias lodges of the Birmingham district met last night with Steel City lodge No. 190, Ensley. The meeting proved one of the most interesting since the visitation move ment has been started. Of the 14 lodges affiliated with the movement 13 were represented by one or more delegates, while 60 of the Ensley membership were present.
 The rank of page was conferred on three candidates by specially selected team from the various lodges under the direction of Thomas R. Walker, team captain, and it was stated that it was the best complication of the work in the history of the county.
 A pleasant feature of the meeting was the presentation of a Pythian vet eran's jewel to w. s. Emmall. the old est member of the order in point of continuous membership in the state. At the close of the business a social ses- sion was held and refreshments and cigars were served. The next visita- tion will be with Avondale lodge on Monday, November 16.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
WHITE AWARDED
 VICTORIA CROSS

London, November 1o.-(2:5o p. m.)-Ser- corps Is the first man to get the coveted Victoria Cross in the present war.
 The gallant act for which this soldier was rewarded occurred at Lecateau where White, after his corps had been driven back by German cavalry, searched in the face of bullets for his wounded captain. He was successful and carried the officer to safety. The sergeant-major was shot in both legs.
 White won the distinguished conduct medal in South Africa for carrying from the danger zone before Colenso, Lord Roberts son who was mortally wounded.
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LOWRY'S POCKETS :.
 PICKED IN ATLANTA

Atlanta. November 1o--(Special.) .)-Judge J. T. Lowry, recorder at tho Ensley po- lice precinct in Birmingham. has request ed the Atlanta police to assist him in locating the man who on last Sunday night picked his pocket of purge con- taining sSo.
 Judge Lowry was on. train on route from Birmingham to Atlanta when his pocket was picked. He was going to Woodstock Ga, to attend his mother . funeral and had to change trains hero. When he left the Birmingham train at the station. in Atlanta he missed his purse. He says this train went to Jack sonville and that the police there have also been asked to keep a. lookout for the pickpocket.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
BESSEMER NEWS

Bessemer, November 10.-(Special.) The football team of the Bessemer high school will meet the team from the Ensley high school Friday afternoon at Underwood park and fast and in- teresting game Is anticipated. It will be remembered that the local team defeated the Ensley team on It's field last Thursday by a score of 21 to 13. Coach Kuchins and Assistant Coach Sparkes are putting the local team through some hard practice preparing for the game. which promises to be one of the best seen on the Bessemer field this season.
 Smith Mcdonald, who was arrested by Deputy Coroner Joe Leonard Sum day morning charged with the killing of P. J. Mcclure, Jr.. which occurred early Saturday morning at the home of MT. Mcdonald on Arlington avenue. will be given a preliminary hearing Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock be- fore Justice of the Peace G. Percy Benton.
 The Jury In the case of w. A. Jones versus the Louisville and Nashville Railroad company returned a verdict in the amount of $250. The plaintiff was seeking damages for alleged personal injuries. The court has been engaged this afternoon with the hearing of Otis Marshall, pro ami, versus the Bir- mingham Railway, Light and Power company The plaintiff Is seeking damages for alleged personal injuries.
 The investigation into the death of P. !. McGuire. IT,. who was shot Sun day morning 1t is alleged by 8. Me- Donald, will be held Wednesday morn ing at 10 o'clock by Deputy Coroner Arthur Jacobs at his establishment on Third avenue and Twentieth street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
RECEPTION AND DANCE
Knights of Columbus Will Give Sc.
 ries of Entertainments s3i,


 The entertainment committee recently appointed by Grand Knight Oscar R. Eundley of Birmingham council. No. eS5. Knights of Columbus, met yesterday aft ernoon and discussed 8 general pro- gramme for the ensuing 12 months. It was the sense of the committee that a series of entertainments be provided for the members of the order and their lady friends.
 On motion 1t was decided to give a re- ception and dance on the evening of Monday. November 3O Subcommittees were appointed to attend to various de- tails. orchestra. flowers, refreshments. printing. etc
 There vii, be a special meeting of Eir. mingham council tonight for the purpose of acting upon petitions for the class of candidates to be initiated Sunday aft ernoon, November 29.
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THE EMDEN AND THE KOENIGSBERG HAVE
 SEEN FINAL ACTION
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encountering ships other than those re- ported sunk which were flying the flags of hostile countries.
 Owing to the suppression since the be- ginning of the war of news of ships sail ings. little concerning the movements of merchantmen was available and their movements were unaccounted for.
 The Emden's largest guns were only 4.1-inch. Of these she had 10. Her speed of 24.5 knots was her greatest asset, as she was able to run down merchant ships with ease and then escape from larger but slower vessels that pursued her.
 British. Russian, French and Japanese warships in the east had been attempting for weeks to put an end to her career. It has been more or less of q mystery to naval men, nevertheless. how the Emden has been able to keep on the sea month after month without running short of coal and other supplies. It is assumed by experts that she has obtained from captured ships sufficient food and fuel to meet her needs. In at least one in- stance this Is known to have been true. The captain of the British steamer Ex- ford. captured by the Emden in the In- dian ocean, reported to his owners that the commander of the Emden said that before he sank the Exford he intended to take on board his cruiser the 1000 tons of steam coal with which the Exford was laden.
 First Activity
 The first report of the activity of the Emden was received August 6, when she was said to have been sunk in action with the Russian cruiser Askold off Wei Hai-Wei. This was contradicted few days later when word was received that the Emden had sunk tho steamer City of Winchester on August 5. and, steaming into the Bay of Bengal five days later, had sent two more British vessels to the bot tom. In three days she had sunk four ves- sells there. She was accompan nied by the Hamburg-American converted steamer Markomannia as a collier.
 The Markomannia was sunk Ostober 1e off sumatra by a British cruiser
 Leaving the Bay of Bengal, tho Emden sank three British steamers in the h. dian ocean September 14 On September 22 she appeared off Madras and shelled the city, extinguishing her lights and dis appearing when the forts replied. Then she renewed her activity in the vicinity of Rangoon, where more British vessels fell prey to her.
 Again she disappeared and was not heard from until she turned up at Pe- nang. The captain of the steamer Paron put into Sydney, N. s. w.. yesterday and reported that after the success of the Emden at Penang she was overtaken by a British cruiser. but, being a faster ship, was able to escape. Two ships accompany ing her were left behind and the British cruiser captured one and sank the other The Emden was a sister ship of the cruiser Dresden, which participated in the naval battle off the coast of Chile November l, when the British squadron. under command of Read Admiral Sir Christopher Craddock. was defeated.
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NEWS OF ENSLEY

A large number of delegates have ar rived in this city to attend the. annual state convention of the Christian n churches of Alabama which will com mence this morning at 10:s0 o'clock and continue until Friday evening. About 200 delegates are expected to attend the convention. They will be entertained by the members of the Ems ley Christian church.
 The Rev. D. P. Taylor president Of the state board. will preside over the meeting. Owing to the large number of delegates and the church not suffl- cfently large the convention will be held In the city hall. Three sessions VIII be Aheld daily and reports will be heard from all over the state.
 An interesting event in connection with the meeting occurred yesterday afternoon when the Rev D. P. Taylor was married at Eutaw to Miss Bessie Gordon of that city by the Rev. S. P. Speigl. state evangelist. The happy couple will stop over three days in this city during the convention before proceeding on their wedding trip. Rev Taylor is pastor of the First Christian church of Selma. The corner stone Of the new Ensley Christian church will be laid during the convention.
 The following resolutions were adopted by the members of the Ensley bar as a mark of sympathy for Judge J. T. Lowry, whose mother, Mrs w R. Lowry, died early Saturday morn ing at the family residence in Pratt City: 1
 "We. the members of the Ensley Bar association, having learned of the death of the mother of Judge Joseph T. Lowry at her late residence in Pratt City and knowing the great loss and profound grief that has fallen upon him and that vacancy in his life has been irreparably made, and desiring to express our sincere sympathies in the hour of his bereavement; be 1t re- solved by the members of this associa- ton that the secretary be instructed to prepare copies of this resolution and that same be presented to him and that a copy be spread upon the min utes of this association"
 The revival services, which have been held at the Ensley Presbyterian church. came to close yesterday morning. The revival was successful in every way and a large number of new mem bers joined the church. The Rev. George. F. Robertson assisted the pastor, the Rev T. P. Hay. in conducting the ser vices.
 The regular meeting of the Ensley lodge No 1855, Independent Order of odd Fellows, will be held in the hall on Nineteenth street this evening at 7:30 o'clock. Besides the regular rou- tine business the first degree will be conferred on several candidates. All members of the lodge are requested to be present.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
Common Pleas Court

W. 5. Wilson, charged with stealing three dwelling houses from W. B. Leedy 6 O., waived preliminary hearing yester- day before Judge H. B. Abernethy of tho court Of common pleas, and was bound over to the grand judy in the sum of $500 He Is alleged to have sold the three houses to negroes, representing that he wanted them moved from the lot on which they were erected. Robert Jenkins, ne- gro, charged with the murder of his brother was discharged by Judge Aber- nethy on plea of self-defense. The ne- gro was badly cut about the head which he stated was the work of hi. brother before he killed him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
OLDFIELD IN LEAD
 IN AUTO ROAD RACE

Prescott, Ariz.. November 1o.-Bar- ney Oldfield tonight was ahead in the Los Angeles-to-P Phoenix automobile race, arriving in night control here at 2:52. His time from Needles was g hours and 20 minutes. Olin Davis was second in at 3:0S o'clock, with hours and 32 minutes from Needles. Nikert arrived third at 3:0S. His elapsed time was hours and 30 minutes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
Deaths and Funerals
Robert S. Allen

Funeral services over the remains of Robert S. Allen. aged 50 years, well known broker on Morris avenue, who died Sunday at his late residence, 630 Smith street. Graymont were conducted yesterday morning from the residence. lnterment followed in Elmwood ceme- tery. The deceased was a pioneer resi- dent of Birmingham and well known.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
Mrs. Elizabeth Porter

Funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Elizabeth Dabney Porter. aged 40 years. who died yesterday in local infirmary. will be conducted this morn ing at 10:30 o'clock from the residence of pr. J. D. Dabney. 12s1 South Nine teenth street. Interment will follow in Oak Hill cemetery.
 The deceased had only recently come from California on a visit to her uncle. Dr. Dabney She is survived by her brother, who lives in California.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
Mrs. Kitty Lamble

The remains of Mrs. Kitty Lamble, aged 76 years are being held at War ner & Smiley's pending the announce ment of funeral arrangements by rel atives. The deceased died Sunday night at the later residence. SPA Sloss ave- nue, following long illness.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
MANDY CENTER IS
 ILL WITH FEWER

Nashville, November 1o.--As a result of the illness of "Hcrf" Huffman. center on the Wander biIt university football team. a big shake-up is being made pre- paratory to the game with Au- burn Saturday. Huffman is at a hospital with typhoid fever and may not again get in the game this season. F,illback Car man and Halfback Putnam have been shifted to guard, Charles Brown goes to center. 'sYunk" Chester. former sub end. goes to fullback and Substitute Bob Turner will be Sikes running mate at halfback.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
Improvement Association Meets

At special meeting of the Minor School Improvement association. held at the school yesterday afternoon. papers were read discussing the problems of the mother and the teen age daughter and the relation of the mother and the teach er Refreshments were served by the junior cooking class.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11
Mrs. Odetta Estes

who died yesterday morning in a To- cal fnfirmary. were sent to Altoona yesterday afternoon for interment by Shaw Son. The deceased Is survived by her husband. M. K. Estes. of Al toona.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-11-11

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