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Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30
(Copyrisht. 1914. by Frank A. Munsey.l
MARTINS MISTAKE

When we read in the exchanges,
the many articles of regret for John
A. Martin, who has been hypnotic
ed by someone who did not have
the welfare of John A. Martin at
heart. 1t makes us sad. No young
man in public life had brighter fu-
ture four months ago than John A.
Martin. He was loved and respect
ed by numerous hosts of friends,
and had he followed his friends ad-
vice and stood for governor, he would
have been elected himself and carri-
ed his ticket to victory. and been
in line for the U. s. Senate four
years hence.
But Martin cast aside the advice OF
those who had ever been hts loyal
and devout friends, and has listen
ed to the charming OF the reptile
that charms and afterward devours
its prey. Martin, SO far in his young
political life, was without a blemish
and he was on the right trail to the
summit Of the dome of fame, when
he was waylaid by the tempter, who
has no respect for life or honor. and
with one fell swoop, we fear, has Civ
en- him his death blow. But Martin
is not the only man that has beer
slaughtered upon the political pyrt
of deceit. Greeley, Clay, Colfax, ant
many other bright minds have beer
placed in the political tomb by thai
serpent called "snake-in-the- grass"
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30

Thus far the Progressive party has
but one candidate for governor. Mr..
Costigan, who will undoubtedly be
nominated at the primaries without
opposition, while the Republicans
and Democrats from present appear
ances will have several candidates
each, which will materially weaken
their tickets. Let the Democrats all
unite upon one good and clean can
didate and victory is ours.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30

Booth Smith will be the candidate on
the Republican ticket to oppose the
Hon. Edward Keating, cur present
incumbent. We have Johns history
as district attorney bottled up. and
as our practicing license will not
expire until after the November cleo
ton, we will administer 1t in alapa-
thic doses, for the benefit of the pa
tient.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30

The Pueblo Chieftain in last Sun
days editorial columns. had an arti-
Gle relating to the Progressive par.
ty coming back into the Republican
ranks. Why should a party that is
the stronger in both state and ma
ton, wish to throw up an organiza-
tion that recent votes show to be by
far the strongest party. for a party
that was repudiiated at the polls
in 1912 by every state in the nation
with the exception OF two. Is It not
brazen effrontery to ask those who
have left hopeless cause to re.
turn and give them standing, as re-
CARDS honor and principle?
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30
MEMBER COLORADO EDITORIAL ASSOCIATION
THURSDAY, JULY 80, 1914.

Candidates designated by the as
sembly for county offices are requir-
ed by law to file their acceptances
within seven days after the adjourn
ment of the assembly, SO the Demo
Gratis had better get busy
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30

Will C. Ferril, of the Rocky Noun
tain Herald, says that the Republican
party is getting good and ready for
a sweeping victory in Colorado this
fall. We remember two years ago
that National Republican Chairman
Hilles repeatedly made this asser-
ton. We would remind Mr.. Ferril
that it is inviting destruction to row
a rotten and leaky craft against an
angry and swelling tide.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30

Whatever the Democratic state as
sembly may do in Denver today, the
outlying districts should insist that
they have the right to name their
constables and justices of the peace,
without Denvers consent.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30

Treasurer Leddy and Auditor Kene-
han have announced themselves again
for state offices. Is the Democratic
party of this state never to rid it.
self of Roady until Providence re-
moves him from this terrestrial
sphere?
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30

1t is to be hoped that the Colorado
Democracy today will nominate can
didate for governor that will be salts
factory to all elements of the party,
thereby keeping the party united,
Der. Let wisdom prevail in the as
sembly.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30

From present appearances, a war
is imminent, that will engage most
of the great nations of Europe. From
latest advices it would seem that Eng
land, France and Russia will be alli-
ed on the one side, and Austria, Ger
many and Italy on the other, over
the Servian and Balkan states trou-
bles.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30
For County Asse essor

hereby announce myself as can
didate for the nomination of county
assessor, subject to the will Of the
Democratic assembly and primary.
s. S. HAMBLY.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30
on bloody fields.

on bloody fields.
Thanks to Woodrow Wilson, great
country and an oppressed people are
upon the threshold of new epoch
The New York World.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30
For County Sheriff

l hereby announce myself as can
didate for the nomination for county
sheriff, subject to the will of the
Democratic assembly and primary.
ALBERT S. GUNDY.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30
For County Assessor

! hereby announce myself as can
didate for the nomination for county
assessor, subject to the will of the
Democratic assembly and primary.
JAS. V. THOMPSON.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30
CANDIDATES. ANNOUNCEMENTS
For County Treasurer

For County Treasurer
l hereby announce myself as a can
didate for the nomination of county
treasurer, subject to the will of the
Democratic assembly and primary.
HENRY P. Al4TVATER.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30

On August 18th, the Panama canal
will be opened to the commerce OF
the world. The Christobal, a war
steamer, will probably be the first
war ship to pass through. The Chris
tobal Is lying ut Colon.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30

Do not overlook our fine line of
mattresses, bedding, etc.
c. o. RICHARDS FURNITURE Co.
Gilpin observer., 1914-07-30

The observer.-,2.oO per year.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
CONDEMNS ACTION
 AGAINST NEW HAVEN

Waterbury, Conn, March 19.-Federal proceedings against the New York, New Haven and Hartford railroad, in their present aspect, were condemned to- night as too drastic by Governor Bald win in his address before the Water bury Chamber of Commerce. He also said the proposed board for interstate trade regulation looked to him ass-a serious menace to the prosperity of Connecticut manufacturing interests.
 '''fhe federal authorities seem to me to be asking too much" the governor said. If it is deemed necessary to re- quire the sale of any of the property of the New Haven. it ought to have time enough to dispose of it; if not to the best advantage at least at fair price,"
 Of the trade regulation bill the gov- ernor said that judging from newspa- per reports. it would be unfavorable to the commercial dealings of Connect icutt with sister states It has been stated that it is to apply to all inter- state corporations with capital Of s500O,O00 and such other corporations as the board may think proper to ir- clude. That strikes me as too great a power to leave with any board"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
GRAVE EVENTS ARE PENDING IN ULSTER
 OVER IRISH RULE
Blood Will Be Spilled Unless Omens Fail, Says Lon don Paeer--Crisis Is
 Approaching

London, March 20.-Grave events are impending in Ulster. according to unionist newspapers. and a rumor is current that the government is pre- pairing fer the military occupation of the province Various indications point to a crisis.
 vote of censure on the British government moved In the House of Commons yesterday by Andrew Bonar Law, leader of the opposition, was re- jected 345 to 252. Arthur J. Balfour, summoned by Mr. Bonar Law, made a hurried return from the Riviera and arrived in London in time to partici- pate in the division.
 There also were reports of the threatened arrest of Sir Edward Car son and other Ulster unionist leaders. but it was declared officially that there was no truth in the statements that warrants had been signed for such ar rests. Sir Edward Carson, however. made dramatic exit from the house before debate was concluded to catch a train for Belfast
 Austen Chamberlain last night de- clared Sir Edward had been called away in response to sudden develop ments in Ireland Other unionists as- serted that Ulster men no longer can be restrained from an outbreak and that Sir Edwards mission is to en- deavor to hold them in check.
 The Daily Telegram's lobbyist says: Unless all omens are false, blood will be spilled in Ulster before the House of Commons sees Sir Edward Carson again."
 The Marquis of Londonderry and oth- = CT prominent Ulsterites on their way to Belfast an1 their action Is regarded as challenge to the government, if, as asserted, any intention exists to is- sue warrants for their arrest.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
SWEDISH PRINCE
 AND WIFE DIVORCED

Stockholm March 19.-The council of state has approved the court decision granting divorce in the case of Prince William of Sweden and Princess Marie. who, before her marriage, was the Grand Duchess Marie Pavlovna of Russia, and has decided the marriage dissolved In compatibility of temperament was given by both the prince and princess as the ground for their appeal
 Negotiations between the courts of St. Petersburg and Stockholm for the disso- lution of the marriage began last Novem- Der. The couple were married in 1908, and because of alleged domestic troubles the princess left her husband
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
NO CHANGE IS MADE
 IN LITERACY TEST
Brunette Immigration Bill Reported Favoraby Senate Com mittee-" Literacy' Declared Best Device to Reduce
 Immigration Where it is Most Needed

Washington, March 19.-The Burnett im- migration bill,s with its literacy test,
 which if finally retained is generally ex- pected to cause President Wilson to veto the measure, was reported favorably to- day by the Senate immigration committee. Various amendments to the bill as it passed the House had been made. but the literacy test clause was unchanged. Of that provision the committee's report said The bill contains one provision intended directly to restrict immigption. although said provision also, incidentally. is to a certain extent selective in it's operation. The literacy' test has been adopted as the best device SD far suggested for re- ducing immigration where 1t most needs to be reduced. So fully has it been dis cussed at various times in the past that the committee does not deem 1t necessary
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
BRYAN CELEBRATES HIS 54TH BIRTHDAY Entertains Newspaper Men at Smoker and Gives
 Them a Thought

Washington, March 19.-Secretary Will liam J. Bryan's fifty-fourth birthday an- niversary was celebrated today on a scale quite unusual in the capital One of the features was a smoker given by the sec retary to his many friends among the newspaper men whose duties bring them into close daily association with him. MT. Bryan gave his guests this thought from James Russell Lowell to carry back to their work:
 Get but the truth once uttered, and it is like a star new born that drops into it's place. and which, once circling in it's placid round. not all the tumult of the earth can shake.'
 The secretary and Mrs. Bryan late today gave reception to officials and employees of the department of state and the ladies of their families.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
CITY OF bESo1MER
 HAS S150,00O FIRE
 IN EARLY MORNING
Rebie Hall Building Totally Destroyed = Court Rec Ords Burned-Many
 Gather to See Fire

Bessemer, March 20.-(Special.b b-Thc Rebie hall building. one of the land marks In Bessemer. was totally de- stroyed by fire this morning ut I o'clock with damage estimated nt $150,000. It is probable that the total will be greater. The loss is partially covered by insurance.
 The fire was discovered at 1 o'clock by a watehman of the Louisville and Nashville railroad, who saw the smoke coming from the building, and turned in the alarm. The fire department hur- ried to tie scene hut for time were unable to locate inc blaze although the building was filled with smoke.
 The fire was finally discovered burn ing fierceIy under the roof in the reai of the building. A few seconds latei it burst through, and. famed by the high wind, soon was beyond control oi the fire department. Within a few min utes the entire building was in flames The firemen could only devote their ef- forts toward preventing the spread oi the blaze.
 The heaviest loser in this morning fire will be the Lewis Drug company WHICH ptcupltu lNo stores on the cor her of Third avenue and Nineteenth street. They carried a heavy stock oi goods, which was totally destroyed. The building was owned by Mrs. John P Tilman of Birmingham.
 Other occupants of the ground floor ot the building are the Sullivan Plumbing Go. and the Howell Jewelry Co. On the second floor were the offices of the city court, the clerks office. the Bessemei headquarters of the sheriff's office, and the solicitors office. Many of the rec ords of the court were destroyed and the damage in this connection was no. estimated this morning
 The origin of the fire has not been de- termined. From the position where it started the theory was advanced this morning that it was the result of de- fective wire or that rats had gnawed through the insulation Of the wires An official investigation will be necessary to determine it's cause and it is doubt ful if it will be found even then
 The firemen had a hard fight, The wind was high and the flames terrific in theii intensity. The fortunate position of Reble hall was all that prevented a much more disastrous fire. The building is on the corner of Third avenue and Nineteenth street and is widely separated from any other structure
 Despite the fact that 1t was after mid night when the fire was discovered, thou sands of people saw the glare of the c, indignation and came to the scene. Tho streets in all directions were crowded with spectators.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20

to offer in this report extended comment upon it."
 As now reported" the report added. 'it is confidently believed the measure Is nearly ideal in its selective. administra- tive and restrictive features as 1t Is possible to make such a law in advance of experience with the operation of such of its provisions as are absolutely new"
 Among the amendments proposed by the Senate committee is one which would ex- clude persons of constitutional psycho- pathic inferiority, which the public health service urged means of ex- cludng from the country those liable to insanity under stress of American life.
 The section of the House bill providing that medical officers selected by this government should be carried on in- bound immigrant ships, to which Italy and other foreign nations have objected. was stricken out. subsection being of fered which would provide that immi- grant may be detained aboard the ships on which they arrive sufficient time to permit proper examination.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
FIFTY ARE DROWNED WHEN SHIPS CLASH Venice Steamer Cut Into by Torpedo BOat-Many Vic
 tims Are Women

Venice. March 19A torpedo boat today cut down small passenger steamer which plies between Venice and Lido, a chain of sandy islands separating the lagoon of Venice from the Adriatic, and 50 persons were drowned. The sharp nose of the tor redo boat went through the stern of the steamer. which sank almost immediately.
 Many americans are visiting Venice, but ii is not believed any were aboard the steamer The victims included many women and several children.
 Fifteen persons on deck at the time were saved by the crew of the torpedo boat. Others were caught in the cabin and were carried down with the wreck. The Ital- ian sailors dived many times in an effort to rescue those who sank with the steam CT. but without avail.
 Intense excitement prevails here, not only because of the extent of the disaster, but because the names of the victims are not known.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
PREVENT STRIKERS
 ERECTING TENTS

Trinidad, Colo, March Estate troops today prevented party of striking coal miners restoring the tents in the lower Forbes colony, recently demolished by the militia. The strikers had erected four tents when the troops arrived These were torn down and the union men were told they would not be permitted to re- occupy the lower colony. The strikers left the scene without attempting to re- sist.
 Among the strikers were some of the 1G men released yesterday by the militia after being held in connection with the killing of a nonunion miner near the Forbes colony.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
FUEL COMPANY
 OFFICIALS GIVEN
 JAIL SENTENCE

San Francisco, March 1.-The three of fieials of the Western Fuel company who recently were convicted or conspiracy to defraud the federal government, were given jail sentences tonight by Judge Maurice T. Dooling of the United States district court in this city.
 James B. Smith, vice president and gen. wal lzaaaaser, was sentenced to serve one and half years in San Quentin and to pay fine of $5000; Fred c. Mills, su- peuntendent, was sentenced to one and a half years in San Quentin: Edward Ii. Mayer, a weigher, was given a year in the Alameda county jail.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
Suffrage Leaders Declare Result Is Virtual Victory
 for the Cause"
BANKHEAD VOTES
 AGAINST MEASURE
Williams Urges Amendment to Give Vote to White Women Only, But Is Defeated by A
 to 21 Vote

Washington, March l9.-Woman suffrage advocates today lost their Tight in the United States Senate for resolution proposing an amendment to the federal constitution giving BCmen the ballot.
 The vote was 34 for the measure, and 35 against it, a two-thirds af- firmative vote being required for pas sage, and when it was over suffragist leaders jubilantly pointed to the ma Jority of one as conclusive proof that their cause had scored triumph in defeat, and was immeasurably stronger than it's opponents ever had been willing to concede.
 Today's action, following weeks of de- bate on the floor of the Senate during which many leaders in the suffrage move ment pleaded for postponement of the final vote, marked the climax of a spirited campaign launched here the day before the inauguration of President Wilson.
 Offers New Resolution
 Immediately after the vote. Senator
 
 new resolution for an constitutional amendment requiring each state to vote on granting suffrage to women, on peti- tion from per cent of it's voters. The Senate went into executive session before the senator could get the floor however, and the resolution will be offered later The resolution defeated today was the first introduced in the present Congress- 1t was presented by Senator Chamberlain of Oregon, and the woman suffrage com mittee later authorized Senator Ashurst to report it favorably.
 Though otherwise the vote virtually was nonpartisan, the southern senators, all democrats, lined up almost solidly against the amendment. They contended it would complicate the negro question in the states. Of the southerners only Senators Ransdall, Louisiana; Sheppard Texas and Lea, Tennessee, voted for the resolu- tion.
 Senator yardaman lead a movement among the friends of woman suffrage in the south to repeal the amendment to the constitution by which the states are prohibited from denying negroes the right to vote. With the negro question re- moved he said he favored the granting of suffrage to women. His proposal was defeated 49 to 19. and a proposition by Senator Williams, to give the ballot to white women only, was defeated fl to 2l
 Spirited Discussion
 The vote was preceded by a three-hour kaledoscopic debate on the various phases of suffrage. Senator Maritime of New Jersey was the only member who said ~
 tContinued on Page Flight,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
WOULD RATHER DIE
 THAN SERVE TIME

New York, March 19,--"T would rath- CT go to the electric chair than spend 20 years in prison" said l9year-old Harry Sehaeffer in the supreme court today when hls parents urged him to plead guilty in the second degree at his trial on the charge of first degree murder for the killing of William T. Martin, j Toronto, Canada, milliner, last August.
 Schaeffer testified that he and an accompli.e. still n fugitive. tied a towel around ttetr victim's head for the pur- pose of smotherine his cries but that they did not intend to kill him. The hoy, consciene. stricken surrendered re- gently in St. Louis
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
Greece Strengthens Navy

Athens. Greece, March i5.-1'he minis ter of Marine announced In the Chamber of Deputies today that the Greek naval programme provided for three dread paught battleships one of which is now under construction; three armored crui- scrs and number of lighter craft He declared that Greece was prepared at all costs to maintain the supremacy of the sea won in the recent Balkan war.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
LAURENCE DUKE
 FOUND NOT GUILTY

Seattle. Wash, March 19.--Laurence Duke. nephew of James B. Duke. the tobacco manufacturer. was found not guilty today of the charge of mansaugh- te. preferred after his automobile ran down and killed Henry N Farr. saloon keeper on the county road south of Seat tie october 15 last.
 The state alleged that Duke was in- toxicated and handled his car recklessly.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
BOTTLE NIGHT"
 CAUSES TROUBLE

New Haven. March 19.-When 30 members of the Yale freshman class appeared before faculty committee to- day nnd voluntarily acknowledged that they took part in tho so-called bottle night" disturbance Sunday night the faculty suspended the probation sen tence previously imposed on 200 mem bers of the class. The 30 freshmen. however. were placed on probation for an indefinite time.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
CLAYTON WORKING TO GET
 LONGEVITY PAY FOR LICENSE
Bill Beneficial to Confederate Soldiers Who Had Service Union Army, Favorably Reported to the House.
 Measure Already Passed in Senate

judiciary committee today and had the Senate bill, which has already been passed by the Senate. which provides the same thing, considered and ordered fsvorably reported to the Eense
 This affects about 170 fora1er rnion and afterward Confederate soldiers or their heirs. Among these General Lee and General Bragg were ennspicNons in- stances. MT. Clayton has made rts,e ted efforts to remove this imr nt ii the way of longevity pay due fpfTaer Aslion soldiers who had served AtAh Nltb the Confectionery. The amount tf rO1e in- volved is $l65.000.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20
TODAY'S AGE-HERALD
1--senate defeats suffrage amendment.

1--Senate defeats suffrage amendment United States willing to treat witt
 Mexico.
 Expect hard fight on tolls repeal
 Big fire in Bessemer. 2-Rushton speaks at the Majestic. 2--To bring Chilean ore here. 4-Editorial comment. 5--Poice stirred by auto accidents. Two Miss Fashions on streets Sat
 urday.
 Abolishment of restricted area ap-
 proved.
 Heavy fire loss during February. 6-Society. 7-Sports. S--Annual banquet of Kappa Psy's. 9--Indiana democrats adopt ticket. H. Markets. 1c-Society and home topicA
The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-03-20

Washington, March 19.-(Special)--At the beginning of the present session of Congress Representative Clayton intro- } auced bill to repeal section S4s0 of the revised statutes. so as to allow Con- federate soldiers who had served in the union army prior to the civil war to draw longevity pay. This statute was passed after the war to prevent soldiers who had joined the Confederate service from drawing this pay.
 Nr. Clayton called his bill up in the