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The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
DIRECTORS OF CIVIC
 CHAMBER MEET IN
 REGULAR SESSION
Will Take No Part at Pres ent in the Movement to Change Location of
 Regional Banks

At the regular monthly meeting of the board of directors of the Chamber of Commerce. the action of President P. G. Shook in declining to interfere in the appointment of federal reserve board, was unanimously eoncurred in. This mat ter was the feature of the meeting and had reference to telegram from the New Orleans Association of Commerce, in which the local body was asked to co- operate in endeavoring to secure a re- districting Of the country. asserting that the districting of the federal reserve bank organization committee k uneconomic and impractic
 The matter was discussed at length and the fact was brought out that New Orleans civic bodies gave Birmingham the cold shed'der in every particular when the location of the regional banks were being considered
 The telegram from New orleans was as follows:
 ''rhe New orleans clearing house and the commercial bodies believe that the districting of the country by the federal reserve bank organization committee is
 
 endeavoring to secure a redistrictng of the country in accordance with the ordi- nary course of business and along busi- ness and economic instead of political and personal lines This has no reference to whether or not a regional bank is located in New Orleans, but simply to eliminate at the outset the evident in- jection of politics into the national bank ing system. Will you corporate with us in a sustained and determined effort in this direction. Please present this matter to your beard or proper committee as quick action is desirable.
 NEW ORLEANS ASSOCIATION ON
 COMMERCE.
 To this Mi. Shook replied that any ac- tion taken in advance of the appointment of the members of the federal reserve board might affect the appointment and that action should be deferred until ap- pointments were made and the appoinJcns qualified. This was the consensus of opinion among the members of the board of directors who by unanimous consent sustained the president Among those taking part in the discussion were W. II. Kettig, J. D. Moore W. P. G. Harding, Pasehal Shook and others.
 Among the other matters discussed was the new plan for securing new mem- bers outlined by the chairman of the membership committee. J. D. Rosenberger and the efforts to secure the largest at tendance for Birmingham al the opening game of the Southern league. Solon Jacobs suggested that the Alabama Boys Industrial school band and the boys of the school De the guests of the chamber on that occasion. He stated it would cost about $100 to carry the scheme through. A voluntary contribution was taken up for this purpose and over $40 realized. MT, Jacobs stated he would undertake to raise the balance and that the boys would be given the treat and outing.
 A few other routine matters were dis posed of The following new members were elected: George Traylor, Brayton Armstrong. George K. Knox. Jr.. NJ. J. Gregg. H. O. Moore, +. B. LeRoache, A. fE. Blackstone, Jr., R. l.. Cason, A. F. Watkins, ]. Fowler Foster.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
LAY CORNER STONE
 OF TEMPLE TODAY
Grand Lodge Officers Will Be in Woodlawn-Dr. Cunningham to
 Deliver the Address

With the elaborate ceremonial of the Masonic order the corner stone of the new Masonic temple at Woodlawn, Fifty fourth street and First avenue, will be laid this afternoon by q Clanton Miller, most worshipful grand master of the Grand Lodge of Alabama. He will be assisted by the other grand officers and prominent Masons of the county and state. Dr. R. M. Cunningham will be the principal speaker and will deliver an address appropriate to the occasion. The brass band of the Alabama Boys Indus trial school. at East Lake will render selections during the ceremonies
 The bearers of the Corn, oil and Wine' will be Miss Dosie Wishart, Miss Aline Mize and Miss Louise Collins. At the con clusion of the ceremonies the boys band will be entertained at the PiquIk club by the ladies of the Order of Eastern Star.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
HUDDLESTON MAKES. FORMAL STATEMENT.
Says He Expects Support of the Darden and King Fol-
 lowers in the Race

George Huddleston who received q plurality in the recent race for Con gress in the Ninth congressional dis trict and who will he in the rum off with Nathan L Miller May II, gave out the following statement last night:
 My lead over MT. Miller in the con eressional primary Is approximately 25o0 votes | carried three counties by a big vote. He carried none Yet he wishes another chance.
 "Mr. Miller claims that his poor showing was due to overconfidenee. This is the time worn excuse of de feated candidates Two months ago 1 offered to leave the nomination to the candidate who led in the first prl- mary. Mr. Miller refused the offer. He did not have the confidence then.
 ''In his final statement before the primary, MT Miller said: am as- sured of handsome plurality over each of the other candidates and have every reason to believe that l will re- eeive Il majority in the primary Mon day and that un-off will not be necessary In his recent statement an nouncing that he will offer in the run off he says We will win signal victory May 1. The strength of Dar- den and the strength of King will come to me l am confident of re- ceivine the nomination. His last state ment, like his previous one, Is cam paign bank pure bunk Mir. Darden has already congratulated me and MT. King has pledged me his support AL ready hundreds of the voters who sup ported them have said that they would stand by me in the run-off.
 MT, Miller seems greedy for punish ment. l will try to give him all he wants on May H."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
ELABORATE EASTER
 SERVICE AT ADVENT
Choir Will Be Augmented by Forty Voices-Orchestra Will Contain
 Twelve Pieces

According to reports the most beau tiful and elaborate church service ever held in this city if not in the south will be that on Easter Sunday morning at the Church of the Advent. The choir will be augmented by 40 voices from the we'll known vocalists of the city. An orchestra of 12 pieces, including Mrs Chalifoux as harpist. will render the instrumental numbers. The full choral service will be carried out which will be followed by sermon on the resurrection by the rector, Rev. NJ, S. Barnwell.
 During the past two weeks rehear- sals have been held by Prof. Fred $. Grambs, organist and choir director, who selected and arranged the pro- gramme. Final rehearsal was held yes terday and everything is in readiness for the Eastern morning service.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
OVER $35,0OO PER
 YEAR SAVED CITY
New Purchasing Depart ment Found to Be Well
 Worth While

By the new purcha sing department ere ated for the city six months ago a saving of over $55,60o per year is being made for the city treasury in the departments in charge of Commissioner James Weather ly. The one big aim of all three of the commissioners has now become economy and all three of them are making teliin g strides toward reduction of expenses in the different division of the city govern- ment of which they have charge.
 The new purchasing department was tnaugurated by Mr. Weatherly six months ago, and R. M. Griffin placed at the head of it. Before that all the supplies for the city, material of every description, was bought through the eomptroler's of flee. MT. Griffin was placed in charge of the new department and the new city warehouse was constructed on the South side, thus enabling the department 10 buy supplies in large quantities and store them away for future use thus getting cuts in prices.
 One of the savings which is being made is in horse feed. it being reported yes terday from the street department that the feed for 166 horses owned by the city had been cut from 45 to 40 cents per day. A report made to Commissioner Weather ly yesterday by MT. Griffin is as fol- lows:
 Cost sheet showing comparative cost of supplies purchased before and after ware house was put in operation. The com parison is for six months of last year (when we had no supply house) against six months of this year since warehouse has been established.
 Cost for six months last year. .. .s19, 439. .7s Cost for six months this year,. 62. 00o.Sl Reduction ST 43f Il The warehouse is working good. prac- tically all of the supplies are going through it now and are being distributed without any loss at all. am watching closely from every angle and am sure from present indications that we will show a magnificent saving this year.
 R. M. GRIFFIN, P. A.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
Real Estate Transfers

The following real estate transfers were yesterday recorded in the office of the probate judge:
 $2050-Charles NJ. Nice to Alex kontos. lots and (, in block 8, situated in Avon- dale, survey of Avondale Land company.
 s10O0-Ruffin A. Smith Securities com pany to George. A. Paul. lot 5, in block 1, survey of West End place.
 $2400-John A. Thompson to Thomas E. Daniel, lot 1, in block 2, in the King Land and Improvement company addition to Birmingham
 $30O0-John J. Walker and wife to V. E. Ohl, lot 10, in block A plat of Palmer Terrace addition.
 $3o0o-Ensley Land company to A. W. Baker, lot 6, in block 2S e. Eighth sddi- tion to Ensley Land company.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
WESLEY CHAPEL REVIVAL.
Service Will Close Tomorrow With
 Three Meetings

More than 70 people will be received as members of Wesley chapel tomorrow morning as result of the two weeks re- vival campaign conructed by the Rev. J. O. Hanes and Professor Waltermier, the singer. Daily services have been neld for two weeks and the officers of the church are much gratifed at the respon- sive spirit manifested by the members.
 The services will come to a close to- morrow with three big services. Mir. Hanes, who is conference evangelist of the North Alabama conference of the Methodist church, will speak at Il o'clock a. m. and 7:30 o'clock D. m. In tn eafter- noon at 8 o'clock there will be an old fashioned Hove feast" which is ex- pected to be the most largely attend d meeting of the services.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
OLD BUILDING IS
 BEING REMOVED
Work Will Begin Soon on Drug Store Building at Fourth Avenue and
 Twentieth Street

The demolition of the one-story build ing that has occupied the corner of Fourth avenue and Twentieth street for years was started yesterday and the construction of the new building to be erected by Steiner Brothers will be- gin there without delay. The workmen will finish their work of demolition during the next day or two and 1t Is expected the construction of the new building will then start.
 The corner, which is only 20x75 feet, will be improved with a three-story drug store of the most attractive de- sign. It has been leased by the Gum Drug company, now located at the cor ner of Third avenue and Twentieth street The building will be of con- crete and steel and with brick facing
 As the store Is only one block or less from the new Tutwiler hotel 1t has been eagerly sought alter and Dr. Gum will it is stated, equip the place in the most elegant style. The builders hope to have the new store completed by Octo- Der l, at the latest, and perhaps even earlier.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
Lee COngratulates
 BatsOn on Victory

Gus Lee, who was candidate for the nomination for sheriff in the primary held Ias Monday, has issued a statement con- graduating Thomas J. Batson. the sue cessful candidate. MT. Lees statement follows:
 MT Batsons electio~ meets my entire and sincere approval and In rendering my congratulations to him wish to as- sure him of my hearty support through out his term of office.
 "Mr. Batson will make Jefferson county good sheriff and l can but add to his laurels by calling attention to the large vote given him, showing he was the favorite choice of the people.
 The unstinted loyalty and activity ny my large host of friends, to whom my truest appreciation Is conveyed, leads me to trust the future of Imperial Jefferson is In safe hands."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
HOPE ID BE IN NEW l
 BUILDING APRIL ~
Jefferson County Bank Of ficials Pushing Work on
 New Quarters

Officials of the Jefferson County bank are planning to open the banking rooms of that institution in the new 35-story building on Monday. April s1. and this date will probably be official-" ly agreed upon during the next fel days and announced as final if som materials arrive which are daily ex3 pected
 The bank officials have been de-l layed in getting into the new build
 ing by reason of tho difficulty in proi curing the wood trimming and the marl hle cuttings that are being placed tl the banking. rooms. There is but lttl tie more to come and this Is expected
 in a few days. Should 1t come in req sonable time the contractors can give assurance of completion in time for the opening upon the above date.
 The banking rooms that are being prepared are admittedly the handsomest in the south. The floor Is of marbles the fixtures arc of bronze. the working space is of cork floor, the safes are 9f steel and every detail Is in harmony with the other elegant features of the elegantly equipped building The officers of the bank. who are hard pressed for space. are very anxious to get into the new building, and every en- ergy Is being eXerted to get it in readi- ness for the opening Tt the earliest practical moment.
 Eugene r. Enslen, president of the bank. saitEyesterday that he could not at this time set positive date fors the opening as il would be very rG' gretable if any of the banks friends were disappointed in that connection. He intimated, however. that efforts were being made to get into the bank on April 37 and that he hoped such would be the case. The remainder of the building is ready for occupancy with very few exceptions and the bankers who own the building are very keen on taking advantage of the new structure and the opportunities that space will offer
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11

Strong possibilities exist that a perma- nent appointment of chief of police will be made at the city commission meeting Tuesday
 Chances. undoubtedly. are greatly in favor of Capt. Martin Eagan. present act ing chief. Other candidates for the office are still under consideration. but there is every indication at the present time that Captain Eagan will be made chief.
 The city commissioners decline to dis cuss the matter as it pertains to differ ent applicants. Commissioner A. O. Lane who is known to strongly favor Captain Eagan, was slightly indisposed yesterday and did no; come downtown to his office.
 MT. Ward" said reporter yesterday reports are that a chief is to be named now pretty soon."
 Well. not before Tuesday any how answered the commission president
 Will he be named Tuesday,"
 I'm not giving out interviews any more. Since Ned Brace jumped on ma with a sioar plexus blow I've quit. Nice weather we're having!"
 When MT Weatherly was asked about
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
COMMITTEES NAMED
 ID AID IN CANVASS
Working to Raise Funds to Bring Symphony Or
 chestra Here

The Birmingham Musical association s recently formed organization. which i, making an effort to secure suffioi ent bring the St. Louis symphony orchestra here for a festival in May. announced yesterday through Secretary James II Hard that tine following committees had been requested to aid in making arrange. ments:
 From the Music Study Club--Mrs. 0s. ear Hundley, Mrs. Robert Newman, Miss Bert Hutcnins Mrs Houston Davis Mrs Victor Hanson.
 From the Birmingham Ad Club-J K Sterne, chairman; Fred Holbern, Oliver Cox. L. Bloch
 From the Arion Club-E. l.. Muchmcre R. D. Coffman, fl. L. Culver, r. E. Moore.
 From the Treble Clef Club-Miss Cor rie Handey, Miss Emma Mccarthy, Mrs NJ. B. Maus. Mrs. T. F. Page, Miss Ham. ilton, Miss Mamie Manley, Mrs. ]. $ Palmer.
 From the Tennessee Coal, Iron ano
 Railroad company's Chorus-Roy F. Brakeman and Mr. Bates
 The citizens committee is composed oi G. H. Grain, J. D. McGill, H. R. Rice W. H. Maxim l.. F. smith and C. r. Orr
 Mir. Hard said that the following eiti- zens were among the subscribers to the shares of the Birmingham Musical asso- ciation; Erskine Ramsay, Paschal 6 Shook, Leo K. Steiner, J. II. Barr T. O. Smith. Robert Jemison, Jr., J. w. Don- nelly, George A. Blinn. Eugene F. Ensien Eugene Fies, Rienzi Thomas. J. D. Me Gill, D. N. Hammill, G. H. Grain. w. C Ia E. 2. Crow, L. P. Smith, John Sparrow K. M. Morrison, W. c. Radcliff, Dr. W F. McAdory, George H. Gray, w. Hook. ings, W. l.. Riddle, R. H. Coffman, Mrs w. N. Cosby, Mrs Sarah Phelan, Mrs J. s. Penny and the Williams music store
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
THE HOLY NAME SOCIETY Various Branches Will Receive Cor
 pOrate Communion Easter

As Easter this year falls on the second Sunday of the month. which is the reg,i- lar communion day for the Holy Name society, an unusually large turnout is ex- pected tomorrow.
 In the Blessed Sacrament parish Secrc- tary J. P. Thomas, Jr.. has sent out no- tices to the members of his branch, urg- ing full ranks on Easter at the early mass.
 The branch in St. Paul's parish will at tend 7:30 o'clock mass. The junior as well as senior division will be in line.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
TIDEWATER BEGINS
 WORK ON VIADUCT

Superintendent Ross of the Tidewater announced yesterday that work had been started by his company on the $i0,0oo viaduct in Pratt City. The viaduct will safeguard the Frisco and Illinois Central tracks at Pratt City, where the Pratt City division of the Tidewater crosses. The new work will completely eliminate the possibility of grade crossing ac- cident at that place.
 It is expected that the street railway company will be in position to use the viaduct by July 1. The viaduct will be about 1900 feet long with the approaches about 15O0 feet and the steel suspension about 300 feet long.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
Building Permits

The following building permits were issued yesterday in the office of the building Inspector:
 SS750-Mrs. C. J. Robertson. Lakeview avenue and Glenview road: Repair fire loss.
 $1200-Thomas MaclSin, Avenie F, be- tween Sixteenth and Seventeenth streets: Two one-story frame buildings.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
THOUSANDS VIEW
 DEAD QUEENS BODY

Tokio. April 10.--The body of the Dow ager Empress. who died Thursday at Namazu, arrived here tonight It was transported to the palace through streets lined with troops Five hundred thousand persons stood with uncovered heads as the body passed. An official announce ment of the Dowager's 5 death was made.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
Conner Mingles With Teachers

B. E. Conner, who Is to make the race for governor in the run-off with Charles Henderson of Troy. was busy at the Hillman yesterday and else where among the teachers attending the convention now in session hero. The former governor seemed to be well pleased with what he learned after visiting the teachers and talking to them for a short while.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
Marriage Licenses

The following marriage licenses were yesterday recorded in the office of the probate judge:
 w. A. Dumas. Birmingham, to Miss May E. Dumas.
 John B. Crockett. Nashville, to Miss Fannie May Mason.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
Mrs. Van Dorm Harbert Honored

Denver. Colo, April 10.-Mrs Belle Van Dorn Harbert. president of the Inter- national Congress of Farm Women has been decorated with the Cross of the Order of Agriculture of Belgium. Notifi- cation of the award was received today. Mrs Harbert Is the first woman to re- cetve the decoration.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
Living Model Fashion Exhibition

Lovenan, Joseph Loeb staged a living model fashion exhibition yes terday afternoon for the benefit of the teachers who are In the city The hours were from 4:30 to o'clock and the visitors showed great appreciation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
0nIx One nnROMn ouININ E,,,

Whenever you feel cold coming on. think of the full name. LAXATIVE PROMO QUININE. Look for signature of k. w. Grove on box. 2sc.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-04-11
Guarenheim Resigns

Denver. April l0.-simon Guggenheim, former United States senator from Colo rado. today resigned as national republi- can committeeman,
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1914-06-05

Phone G27. Wuson-AIiuican. the best
eIenners. White work SPECIALITY.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1914-06-05
WHEAT MARKET IS
INCLINED TO SAC
Ohio Report Is Bearish;
Corn and Oats Both Turn
Down Grade During Day.

Chicago. III. June Although the wheat
market showed some firmness at the out
set. prices later were inclined TO sag The
Ohio state report was hearish and a sharp
decline was reported at Budapest. Quota
lions which started 1sc off 90 Is to = C up.
hardened little and then fell below
Thursday nights level an around.
The close was easy at the same az Thurs
day night 20 p 20 q C. lower
Higher cables gave corn a temporary lift
weakness eusued. however. when wheat
turned down grade After opening a shade
90 % TO- ae up. and scoring a slight fur
q little
The close was steady at a 18th to Z TO
go above Thursday night
Welcome rains eased the oats market.
Comm sslol houses generally took the SELL
Ing side lrhsrandiuE "a rise in the
hog market ur1Eia ous suffered a setback
Speculative offerings were on a liberal
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1914-06-05
TOMBSTONE PIONEER DIES;
uHn PASSED. enrvur M I

Tombstone. Ariz.. June 5-Lawrence
Hart died at his home here and was
buried Friday Mr.. Hart was a pioneer.
having come TO Tombstone over so
years ago He was an assayer By. pro-
1eSsiOn and was widely known in the
state lie was well past so years OF
eye The paubearers were all mining
men
On Decoration day the fact developed
that with the rapid passing OF the
Grand Army Of the Republic, Tombstone
mas but two members left. and each
one represents one of the fighting
arms OF the nation Col. A L. Grow
Is a former member OF the navy and
Capt j. F. Duncan was attached 70
the army There are 50 G. A. r. men
buried IN the cemetery here.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1914-06-05
ATTEMPT TO ELECT MAYOR
EnR MES II r-ger-rrugG

Mesa, ARK, June still Mesa is
without mayor The new council. OF
seven members. has met twice and all
the members refuse absolutely to act as
mayor Max Vault was elected once.
against his will. and Immediately re-
signed The situation is a decidedly
tangled and unusual one. The reason
none Of the councilmen care 70 act as
mayor is that the presiding officer casts
vote only in case OF a tie, and sew
eraI important questions on which the
counclUeu are closely divided are 70
CONC VI rlr action soon.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1914-06-05
HISTORIC OLD CHURCH
IS EESTRONED RY FL AnIEs

Derby. Ems. June 5.-The historic
church at Breadsal. dating back TO the
Norman conquest and containing many
priceless relics. was destroyed by fire
during the night Suffragets are sus-
pected bv the authorities. as explos-
ions similar TO those caused BY the
bombs usually employed by the arson
squad were heard before the fire A
short time a. ID suffraEet meeting IN
the village of -.readsau was broken up
hv bows
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1914-06-05
TOMBSTONE JAIL UNDERGOING
REn IIns. IN aA.E,r,n ~ A n

Tombstone Ariz-. June 5--Because
OF the reconstruction OF the county lain
here all the prisoners held on felony
charges have been transferred to Tue
son. where they win be held for safe
keeping. temporarily. Among the p-is-
Oners transferred were Mrs Olds. =. W.
kermeen and O man named 1IcCOol, all
charged with murder.
El Paso herald. (El Paso, Tex.) 1901-1931, 1914-06-05
GRAND JURY CHARGES
DBESNER WITH PERJURY

New York, June 5-The grand jury
returned an Indictment today charging
perjury against Carl Dresner. a wit
ness for the four gunner put 20 death
Tor the murder OF Herman Rosenthal.
Dresner was one OF several witnesses
who appeared before Justice Golf the
Sasturday previous TO the execution
when the 18th hour attempt was made
to save the condemned men