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The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
COPY OF ELECTION
 BILL IS RECEIVED Municipal Elections to Be Under County Officers
 Control in Future

Copy of the bill relating to municipal elections was received yesterday by the city commissioners and the election of city commissioners on October Il will be under it's provisions. Tho bill takes the management out of the hands of the city commissioners and places 1t under a board composed of tho probate judge. the sheriff and the clerk of the circuit court. as Is the case in all county cleo tions. The bill provides. however, that the city clerk shall act as clerk of the election board.
 The board will have entire charge of the election selecting the clerks and man. agers the polling places and will can vass the returns. The bill provides. how ever that the city shall pay all cost of the election.
 As the law requires that the list of managers and polling places must be published 90 days before the election the board will meet in the next few days and make such selection. It h understood that the redistricting of the polling places of the city and county under the recent bill. which provides that no vot- ing precinct shall have more than 800 voters. Is not yet completed by the board of revenue and that on the election on October Il the old polling places of the city will be used.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
Alabama Girl Makes Priceless
 Cooker In NeW York Sums
Ny MRS. J. II. REID.

While in New York city Miss Jennie Mae Rosser taught a mother of Ave children. living in the slums of the city, how to make a fireless cooker out Of material at hand. She not only made the cooker successfully but she showed her how to prepare and cooks her first meal within its compartments
 This cooker Is similar to one Miss Itosser has used in her demonstrations in this county, and Its frame Is d wood en lard bucket In. which is placed tin buckets, and with packings of saw dust and cushions the improvised cooker is made air tight and retains it's heat after the hot sandstones are placed In the easements
 Thus Alabama has demonstrated in ventive genius in her desire to meet the emergencies of hard times. and We are beginning to teach the customers a few tricks. No doubht this lesson will be extended to other mothers whe are eager for methods to reduce work in q distant city.
 Miss Rosser spent six weeks in New York taking course in domestic arts
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
Roll Stocking Makes
 Its Appearance Here

Labor day was celebrated in BIrming- ham without untoward incident. There was a noticeable absence of disorder and only Il arrests were made. Last year the docket showed over 100 entangled in the mash of the law to Labor Day.
 The theatres and moving picture houses did land office business and the streets were crowded all day long, and up until late last night. With the exception of one young lady. whose name could not be learned, who ap- peared on Second avenue with the latest roll stocking, there was little out of the ordinary. The commotion caused by the ''besocked' one was quite noticeable as she passed corner which was crowded with the male sex. The lady passed on without looking to the right or left, Her air was one of utter unconcern as she tripped gaily on her way. and It was evident that she was sure that she was in style and should worry whether or not the men took notice,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
HOTEL CLERK HELD
 UP BY THREE MEN
 EARLY YESTERDAY
Bandits Secure $24.85 From Cash Drawer of Granada HOtel-Men Wore
 No Masks

E.. R. Owens, clerk of the Granada ho- tel. Fourth avenue and Twenty-third street, and Dennis Norman. barter, were held up by three white men who were not masked yesterday morning at o'clock. While two of the men covered the clerk and bellboy, the third highwayman went through the cash drawer and secured 324.S5. After securing the cash the three men backed out of the door and ran up toward Fifth avenue as they reached the street. Police headquarters was noti- fled immediately after the robbery. and Captain Shirley. Officers Fuller and Bur late hour this morning no arrests had been made. Detectives Brannon and Macke have been detailed on the case.
 E. R. owens made the following state ment:
 T was in the writing room of the ho- tel, which is to the left of the lobby as you come in. My porter was close to the desk dozing when he heard rap at the front door which was locked. Thinking the men were prospective guests, he opened the door without hesitation. All tHIee o1 the men were well dressed. AS they stepped into the lobby they drew their weapons on the negro. and told him to hold up his hands Had I been armed could have shot every one of them on account of my being in the dark where they could not see me plainly. They then came into the writ ing room with the porter in advance of them and ordered me to hold up my hands. The third man tore the drawer containing the money open and calmly pocketed the contents. There was not word spoken during the whole time with the exception of curt. hold your hands up.
 The men were very calm. They backed out slowly covering us all the while after they had gotten the money.
 These same men were in the lobby the fore part of the night and ordered a drink each and sent the bellboy out to get them. This was about Il o'clock. No one was in the lobby at the time be- side them, but the bellboy and myself. ''
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
ROSH HASHONAH AT
 TEMPLE EMANUEL
Special Programme to Be Rendered Tomorrow Night
 and Thursday Morning

Observance of Rosh Hashonah, the Jewish new year, will begin tomorrow afternoon at sunset and will continue until sunset the following day There will be special services at Temple Emanu-El, Knesseth Israel and Beth Fl
 Tomorrow night at s o'clock at Tenn pie Emanu- Fl the following programme will be rendered with Rabbi Newfeld officiating:
 organ prelude.
 Stark ritual will be sung.
 Solo, Heaven Hath Shed Tear (kucken. Mrs. A c. Montgomery.
 Violin obligato by Mrs. John D. Fur ner.
 Anthem. How Long Wilt Thou For get Me?" (Pflueger).
 Anthem, "The Earth Is the Lords. . Hamiiton).
 Thursday at 10:30 a. m. the follow ing programme will be carried out:
 Organ prelude.
 Stark ritual.
 Anthem. "Watchman. What of the Night?" (Field).
 Anthem. ITO Our Father" (Stark).
 Anthem, Teach Me, o Lord" tGreen).
 organ postlude.
 The choir consists of Mrs E. G. Cha ndler. soprano; Mrs. E. G. Turren- tine. contralto: T. Owen Gillespy, tenor; Wyatt Heflin, bass.
 The choir will be assisted tomorrow evening by Mrs. A. c. Montgomery and Mrs. John D. Turner.
 Emile Levy Is organist and director.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
LABOR DAY GEL ITERATION
 IS GENERAL OVER THE CITY

Birmingham witnessed an imposing La bor Day ecelebration for the first time in years yesterday. It marked the welcome to the return of prosperity by organized labor of the district and was highly sue cessful. Perfect weather prevailed.
 The celebration started in the morning with long parade. in which hundreds of members of the Birmingham Trades coun- ell. accompanied by brass bands, marched through the downtown streets of the city. The tai-end of the parade was featured by a number of floats and the large crowds on the streets were enthusia stic over the pageant
 Following the parade. the marchers boarded street cars to the State Fair grounds, where a monster barbecue, ath- ietic games and political speeches came in rapid sequence throughout the after noon. dance closed the celebration ap- propriately.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
HOWARD COLLEGE
 T00PEN TOMORROW
Announcement of Award of Girls Scholarship Will
 Be Made Today

The fall term at Howard college will open tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock with an address by the Rev Powhatan James, pastor of the First Baptist church of Selma. Robert Lawrence dean of the. school of music will render sev- eral selections and matriculation will be- gin immediately thereafter
 Howard is planning the biggest year in its history and many changes for the better have been made in the variety of subjects offered for study, new depart ments of the college and in additions to the faculty.
 We are expecting a most successful year." said Dr. J. NJ. shelburne. the president, last night. Publications are that our enrolment for 1915-19l6 Will ex- ceed by at least % per cent any previous year We are expecting fully 25o students this year Our greatest previous enroll ment was 2ib."
 Howard begins the year with three new departments. The utilization with the Southern School of Musical Art offers students an opportunity the like of which Is found at no other southern college pri- marily for men. In addition to this is the department of education, through which graduates may obtain first grade certificates to teach without examina- ton and the school of Journalism under the direction of Jasper C. Hutto.
 Dormitories at the college opened yes- terday and about 30 students arrived All members of the faculty. z teachers and instructors, are in Birmingham ready for the work of the new year. Grasses will begin Friday and will continue stead- fly until next May. Schedules this year call for six days of work. another new departure at the college
 The award of the girls scholarship off, fered by the State Federation of Women's : clubs will be announced today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
MUCH ENTHUSIASM !. OVER COMING DOG
 SHOW AT THE FAIR
Meeting of Kennel Club Held Last Night-Big Demand for Bench Room
 This Year

Much enthusia sm was unaffected at ths mel club held last night at the olut rooms in the Farley building. The fea' ture of the meeting was the discussion of the approaching bench show to be held at the Alabama State fair. The sec. retary announced that the premium lfs and rules of entry are printed in the oiri- cial programme of the Alabama Fair as sociation, which could be obtained by ap- plication to the secretary. fifth floor Chamber of Commerce building. Much other important business was transacted
 The bench show of the Birmingham Ken nel club is one of the most popular fea- lures of the Alabama State fair and is held in the only exclusive dog show building in the south. Each veal
 increased interest is shown by the owners of fine dogs. and the indlca' tion are that this year there will be a big demand for bench room, particularly for dogs from other states. It is interest ing that among the star dogs shown at the bench show last year, many of them were later shown in Atlanta and New York and won first honors in the greatest company.
 Of these the most noted was the two Hickey pointers from Tennessee, who carried all the first honors in the above shows. the female bringing the fancy prlcs of $2500
 The hadsome premium list of the ap preaching dog show contains a long ,ist of premiums and prizes, also the rules of the American Kennel club, under which the show will be held. This is hallmarl of the highest distinctiveness and give' to winners class in points and honore. While only dogs of known registered breeding may be shown to advantage yet three winnings to the credit of dog establishes its standing In bench show and registration.
 Members of the Birmingham Kenne club will be glad to furnish intending ex- hibitors information as to preparing and conditioning dogs for entry in the dcs show Exhibitors are not required to be members of the Birmingham Kennel club greed dog especially, will find 1t to his ad- vantage to belong to the club.
 The clubs social affairs, a barbecue ir the spring and banquet in the fall al ways prove highly enjoyable affairs, both to the members of the club and their in vited guests During the dog show week the annual dog fest" will be held and the ladies will be asked to attend, as this is one of the delightful features oi ho o1i nh ha
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
WRITTEN PROPOSAL TOBE SUBM|TTEDTO | CITY BY B. R. |. & ?. Conference Held Yesterday on By-Product Gas Matter. Nothing Definite Done PEVEAR STOPS OFF
 TO SEE OFFICIALS Conference Which Was to Have Been Held Tomorrow Called Off and
 Nothing Will Be Done Pend-
 ing Receipt of Letter

Whatever proposition the Birmingham have in reference to supplying by-product gas to the citizens of Birmingham, 1t will be submitted in writing to the city commissioners for their consideration. This was agreed to at conference held yesterday afternoon between President George B. Ward, Commissioner A. o. Lane, Commissioner James Weatherly and Capt. Romaine Boyd for the city, and President J. S. Pevear. General Man ager DeWindt and Attorney Lee Bradley for the Birmingham Railway, Light and Power company.
 The reasons for stopping the work on the gas mains and the circumstances con- nected with 1t were submitted to the of- ficials. and after a brief discussion, from which no agreement was reached or defi- nite proposition submitted Commissioner Weatherly requested the company to sub init whatever proposition they might nave in writing. and the board would take 1t under consideration This was agreed to and the proposition will be submitted in the next few days.
 The conference that was to have been held tomorrow in this matter has been called off pending the submission of the proposition to the city commissioners The meeting was held yesterday as MT Pevear was in the city, having stopped over while en route to New Orleans leaving last night for that point
 The matter in controversy arose from charge that the company was pre- pairing to connect the new gas main at Ensley with the by-product plant of the Tennessee company, and that 1t was doing 1t without the permission or knowledge of the city commissioners. Following a rather sensational letter from City Engineer Kendrick which he charged the company with deceit. the permit to build the gas main was re- voked, and the work stopped pending the outcome of the cnntroNeraN
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
ANNIsTON
Government May Manufacture War Mu- nitions In Anniston--Representa Return to Capital.

Anniston, September 8-(Special. ,-Be- fore leaving Anniston for Washington Saturday, Maj. c. P. Summerall, who with Congressman Fred l.. Blackmon, Judge J. J. Willett and Dr. R. l.. Hughes, inspected the plant of the Illinois Car and Equipment company. stated that he was favorably impressed with the l1ca- ton and facilities for the manufacture of munitions of war at this place.
 Congressman Fred l.. Blackmon is of the opinion that the next Congress will pass law requiring the government to manufacture all of it's munitions of war, and he thinks the government could make some of the things needed by the army and navy in the south at as little or less cost than can be done elsewhere in this country.
 The plant of the Illinois Car and Equip ment company here Is one of the most magnificent manufacturing plants in the south but has been idle for a number of years. MT. Biackmon has for some time been trying to get the government to take over this property for this purpose and will now make renewed efforts to bring about this result It was at Mir. Blackmon's invitation that Major Sum merall agreed to inspect the property.
 Representatives D. C. Blackwell and G. C. Williams returned from Montgomery Saturday to spend the week lend with their families and will return to Mont gomery Monday morning
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07

At Avondale park there was also Il bar becue and athletic games which were thoroughly enjoyed Similar pleasurable activities obtained also at East Lake and West Lake, popular resorts on the inter- urban car lines of the city.
 At Rickweod Field two ball games were staged before the largest crowds of the season. and In the city proper the thea tres and moving picture shows entertained thousands. It marked the opening If the 1915 theatrical season and the popular reception given the offerings at the Ma jestic and Lyric spoke for the successes of the later openings of the Bijou and Jefferson theatres by the Birmingham public.
 No untoward incident marked the day. and the police reports showed that the Labor Day celebration was featured by fewer arrests on minor offences than usual. despite the thousands who nocked on the streets
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
GERMANS TEST
 GIANT BIPLANE

Copenhagen, Denmark, September 6. (Via London, 2:3S D. m.)--The new type of giant biplane undergoing test by Ger many is said to have a measurement of l21a metres across the plane wings. The motors develop 300 horsepower and each works three propellers. These biplanes are capable. of carrying sufficient fuel for flights of eight hours. They are equipped with wireless and searchlights. Each carries 12 bombs weighing 22 pounds apiece, and five machine guns.
 Biplanes of this type will have crews of eight men and will be able to travel to London and back in five hours The engineers say the new craft will super cede the Zeppelin
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07

at the Columbia university These les sons included cooking. sanitation and each branch pertaining to home ma king. with an especial emphasis on pure has, ing for the home. $
 There were students from all over the United States and even Cuba. The Alabama club was delightfully."- enter tained by Miss Annie Kendrick Walker at her apartment on Riverside drive.
 The visit said Miss Rosser. was on the whole an interesting lesson filled with pleasure and profitable study.
 These lessons she has brought hone for future service in the Jefferson coun- ty schoolrooms. The work of this na- ture Is so needed and has grown to such proportions that the canning club work has been severed from her duties in or der that she can absolutely devote moro time to the main object of her charge specifically reaching mothers through the children and working for the best interests of both
 Benjamin Franklin said: Nor Is duty beneficial because 1t Is commanded. bu. 1t is commanded because 1t is bene- fcial"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
DIGGING FOR GOLD
 ON DARDANELLES

The Dardanelles. August o.-(British Eyewitness )--Gold has been discovered poll peninsula. A few days ago squad of Australian troops was digging a hole in expectation of tapping a spring. One old miner went on digging long after tho others had given up hope of reaching water. When asked wly. the old miner replied:
 Well, this bit of country Is just like western Australia. and if there aint any water. there's sure to be gold"
 Sure enough, his trained eyes soon after did discover gold among the sands, but not in paying quantities.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
Ask Economy of Sugar

London, August 3o.-(Special.)-The big grocery firms in various parts of Ems land have sent circulars to their GUS toners asking them to exercise the great
 est possible economy in the use of loaf sugar. which Is very popular in England for cooking. canning, and similar pur- poses. The grocers suggest the substitu- tion of brown sugar for most uses. Be- fore the war the bulk of the loaf sugar used in England was imported from Austria. Germany and Belgium. This supply has been cut off. and there is therefore . considerable deficiency. whicn the few loaf sugar refiners in England cannot make up. There has bsen no ad- vance in price. however, as this b csn- ttolled by tho royal comuission on guGns.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
HIS Rnsr WAS BROKEN

o. D. Wright, Rosemont. Neb.. writes: For about six months I was bothered with shooting and continual pains in the region of my kidneys. My rest was broken nearly every night by frequent action of my kidneys. was advised by my doctor to try Foley Kidney Pills and ono 50-cent bottle made . well man of me. can always recommend Foley Kidney Pills for know they are good" This splendid remedy for back. ache, rheumatism. sore muscles and sw ollen joints contains no habit form . ing drugs. eeld svsrywhsra.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
GREENVILLE
Teachers' Institute Meets-Judge Gss-
 ton Pays Visit.

Greenvili., September 6-(Special But Ter County Teachers institute will begin sessions here today at the courthouse and will continue through Friday. Prof. James Thomas of the University of Ala bama will have charge of the institute and he will be assisted by Miss Hassie Gray of Birmingham.
 Mrs M. J Riley. one of Greenviile's most beloved women, was stricken with paralysis this morning shortly after 2 o'clock. She had not yet regained con-, ,bciousness, and but little hope is enter Iitained for her recovery. Mrs Riley re- sides with her daughter. Mrs. w. J. Bee- land.
 Carl Perry, the 4-year-old son of Mir. and Mrs. B. Perry died al his home near Greenville Saturday morning.
 Funeral services were held Sunday aft ernoon Interment was made in the fam fly burying ground southeast of Green vile.
 Judge Zell Gaston of Birmingham is in Greenville visiting his relatives and friends. For a number of years he re- sided in Greenvile and was one of But Ter countys most prominent and es- teemed citizens. Judge Gaston has hun dreds of close friends here and they are glad to welcome him here.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
Brazilian Vessel Wrecked

Kingston, Jamaica, September s.-The Brazilian mailing ship Meleet was wrecked last night on the Pedro keys, off the south coast of Jamaica. Captain Tellessend, with 13 members of the crew came ashore in a boat at Holland bay. The remainder of the crew later arrived at Morant bay. The Meleet was bound from Barbadoes to Tampa in ballast. The captain and crew are Norwegians.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
FUNERAL NOTICE

JAMES J. CONNOLLY. insurance solici- tor, formerly of Newport Ky. if In Birmingham, please take notice. Mary Anne. tnee Riordsnj. relict of James Connolly. died Sunday, September 5. at 2:1b. aged 70 years. Fu- neral Wednesday from her late resi- dence. 6z2 Isabella street. Newport. ky. Solemn requiem high mass at Church of the Immaculate Conception. New port, at a. m.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
Ad Club Meets Today

At the regular weekly luncheon of the Birmingham Ad club to be held at noon today in the private dining room or the Newspaper club. the topic will be 'The Value of Colleges Az An Advertising Me- dium to Community" A motion pie ture will be mace of the luncheon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
At Photoplay Houses

Odeon Two-"The Heart of Jenni- fer"
 Trianon-"The Chalice of Courage Princess-"The Diamond from the Sky" Alcazar-Marie Tempest in Mrs Plum's Pudding"
 Odeon One-"Her Oath of Ven geance."
 Vaudette-'Lizzie and the Beauty Contest
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
At The Theatres

zfC IItc IIIcdCIcS
 Lyric-Keith Vaudeville. Matinee. 2:3O D. m.; night, ,7:S0 and 91o p. m.
 Majestic-"The Time, the Place and the Girl" musical comedy; night, 7:39 and 9:15 o'clock.
 Grand-"Too Much Marriage" bur lesque; matinee at 8 p. m; night, 7:o0 and o'clock.
 Orpheum-.The Sweetest Girl in Dixie;'' matinee, S:30 p. m.; night at S:30 o'clock
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
TOOAY'S EVENTS

City commission meets at o'clock Ad club luncheon at noon at the Newspaper club
 Baseball, Birmingham vs. Mobile. Redwood Field at 3.30 o'clock
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07
HUNTSVILLE
Arrested on Counterfeit Charge, Wealthy Property Owner Turned Over to Uncle sam Charged With Using Mails to Defraud

Huntsville, September 6-(Special. ) s. A. Townsend, formerly a wealthy property owner of Madison county, who has been in jail here during the last week on a charge of using the mails to defraud, has been taken to Dallas, Tex, to appear before the United States grand jury. United States Marshal Hen ry Skeggs and Special Officer George Gill made the trip in charge of the prisoner
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-07

Van Treece, young man of this city. was arrested by Deputy Marshal Colbert last night on charge of pass ing $2 bill that had been raised to $20 bill. The raise was made by split ting the twenty and the two and past ing half of the twenty on a half of the lesser bill. Secret Service Agent McAdams is expected here to make all investigation.