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The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
HUBBARD NAMED !. ID SUCCEED SCULLY Troy Man Made Acting Adjutant General of
 State Militia

Montgomery, February 22.-tSpeclal) Governor Henderson today appointed Col G. l. Hubbard of Troy as acting ad- jutant general to succeed Adiutant Gen eral Joseph B. Scully, whose term has expired Colonel Hubbard was relieved from duty as commanding officer of the First regiment of the Alabama National Guard and aecoring to the detail signed by the governor, will assume his new duties as soon as practicable.
 Adjutant General Scully's term of of flee expired February 15, and Attorney General W. l.. Martin has advised the state auditor that General Scully's au- thority as adjutant general ceased when vice of the attorney general. Governor Henderson has detailed Colonel Hubbard to serve as adjutant general until fur thor notice.
 Colonel Hubbard was an applicant for tae appointment as adjutant general, and it IS understood that his temporary ap- pointment may be made permanent later Capt. W. II. Amerine of Montgomery who was also an applicant for adjutant general, yesterday withdrew his applica- ton for the position.
 It is understood that the present staff
 in the office of the adjutant general will be retained by Colonel Hubbard. Later some changes may be made, but it is probable that the present staff will be retained permanently when a perma- nent appointment is announced.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
MANY DECISIONS EXPECTED TODAY
 BY SUPREME COURT

Washington, Feb. 22.-Forty or 5o de- cisions are expected tomorrow when the supreme court reconvenes after three weeks recess. No ntmstion has been given, however, as to what cases will be decided of the more than 100, now pend- ing
 Most of the more important cases deal with the validity of state laws. Among these are grandfather clause" leSisla- ton in Oklahoma and Maryland: the ln- diana safety appliance law; West Vr- einia 2-cent passenger law; the Ohio and Kansas motion picture censor laws; the Oregon minimum wage law; the Cali fornia S-hour labor law, and the Ohio antiscreen coal law.
 The validity of the wthdra wal from entry in 1909 by former President Taft of a vast area of public oil lands in Cali fornia and Wyoming before legislation authorizing withdrawal had been passed, and the enforcibility of oil leases con- taining surrender clauses such as ex- ist in baseball leagues; the right of the interstate commerce commission to in- spect the correspondence of railroads; the validity of the coal sales contracts of the Delaware, Lackawanna and West ern Railroad company, are involved in other suits.
 Two antitrust suits, those against the St. Louis Terminal railroads, and the South African steamship conference also are before the court.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
THEO LACY BEGINS
 1O-YEAR SENTENCE Issues Statement Saying He
 Will Yet Prove His Innocence

Montgomery. February 22.-tSpecial.) Theo Lacy, former chief clerk of the state convict board. began serving 10 years sentence in the Alabama state prison at Wetumpka today, the state court of appeals having recently affirmed a conviction on a charge of embedding $50 900.
 l aey was tried on another indictment recently and received a sentence of six years which sentence is now before the court of appeals. Other indictments against Lacy and James c. Oakley, Tor mer head of the convict department are expected to be reached by the Montgom cry county criminal court, which con yened today.
 Lacy disappeared in March, 1913. after having drawn about s10O,000 of the de- partments money from local banks on the prttext of making "a cash settlement with the state treasurer. Large rewards We're offered for his apprehension. In January, 1914. Lacy walked into the coun- ty jail here and surrendered. None of the money has ever been recovered
 Before entering the penitentiary Lacy issued a statement asserting his belief that he would ultimately prove his inno- cence of any unlawful intent. His un- broken silence has been a shield for certain friends, he declared
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
VANDY G[EE CLUB
 HERE THIS WEE| Will Sing at Jefferson Fri day-TO Be Entertained
 at Press Club

The Vanderbilt Glee club will give the Jefferson theatre and the visit of tn collegians will be made the occasion ( several affairs.
 The Newspaper club will entertai members of the club at a dance after tn concert. Acceptance of the invitatio was received yesterday by club officialA Vanderbilt men are no strangers to tn Press club, the football warriors ja-fin been entertained there on severa l sions and a large attendance is l.a ticl pated. tf'
 At meeting of the Vanderbilt AlumI association of which Henry Morscheimt Is president, held at the Newspaper clu yesterday, it was decided to entertain tn ertire membership of the senior classe of the Central and Ensley High school at the concerts. Tickets will be distrit uted through the instructors.
 The Vanderbilt Glee club is regarded a one of the foremost organizations of if kind in the south. Reports from othe places where the club has apr. are speak very highly of its work. Tn mem bers have enthusiastically undergon thorough and systematic training b Henry Meeks, remembered here as member of the club and the possesso of a remarkably fine voice.
 John Simpson and Wilson Searight, tw Birmingham boys. now studying at VaH derEilt. are members of the club, aI will appear on the programme. DougX ,l,@ 4.rr1, y4.xx,t I ham, is well known here in athleiic a4| college circles. is president of the cli] and has written Birmingham friends til the club is in fine fettle, and that aV unusually attractive programme will h preserted here.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
SCHOOL PEACE LEAGUE
 DISCUSSES THE WAR

Cincinnati, February 22.-The European war was the subject of addresses before the American School Peace league at its opening session here tonight The league is meeting in conjunction with the department of superintendeney of the National Education association, which opens tomorrow
 Hamilton Holt of New York city, speaking on the European situation, out lined plan for what he considered staf,e future peace.
 -- s@' ice is the outcome of justice, jus
 law and law of political or 4t ( Hs. lon," said Mir. Holt. Political anization, therefore, is the first step toward peace, and it now seems as though the United States was destined to play the leading role after the great War is over, in bringing this world po liticni organization about
 The mob hysteria" for increased armament within the United States, Mr. Holt said, he deplored.
 Dr. Joseph Swain, president of Swarth- more college, addressed the league on the subject, '''rhe Ideals of Napoleon, Or Jesus of Nazareth, Which Shall Pre- Val?n
 Prof J. A. Cramb who died before the beginning of tho present European War, writing 15 months before it's be- ginning,' said Dr. Swain, believed that the war was inevitable. He said, Tn Eu- rope. this conflict between Christ and Napoleon for the mastery over the minds of men is the most significant phenome- non of the twentieth century. Corsica in a word. has conquered Galilee'."
 Other societies. meeting with the Na- tional Educational association, who held opening meetings tonight, were the National Society for the Study of Edu- cation and the National Council of Edu- cation
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23

which the other members were sworn in The grand jury consists of 16 mem- bers, including the foreman. J. D. Tim mons was sworn as special baiiff.
 Judge Coleman told the grand Jury thst the majority of people in this coun- tH. as well as in other counties, obey tic law from principle. Most people," saiG the judge, refrain from violating the laws of the land because they have had instruction as to what is right and wrong, their conscience will not permit them to disobey the laws, and because they want to be law abiding citizens.
 Every state and county, however, have within their borders members of society v-ho will not obey the laws. They dis regard the dictates of conscience and have not the religious principles by which other men and women are guided. It is for this class of society that the grand Jury becomes necessary, for if left to individuals to bring all violators of the law to justice, a large proportion Of crime would go unpunished, and society would suffer therefrom."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
HIGHWAY COMMISSIONERS
 TO CONFER WITH GOVERNOR

Montgomerg, February 22.-(Speeial.) Members of the state highway commis- sion will confer with Governor Tender son on next Thursday relative to the plans and work of that department until the reeonvening of the legislatu in July.
 As is known, the legislature adjourned without making any provisions for high way work in the state during the pres- ent administration. and although State Engineer W. s. Keller and members of the commission do not believe it was necessary, In view of the fact that the appropriation made by the legislature of 1911 has been construed to be an annual one. the commission. nevertheless, has decided to confer with the governor rela- tive to the matter.
 The pruning committee of the legisla- ture suggested the repeal of the high way department appropriation and rec commended that the funds derived from
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
GOVERNOR TO INSPECT
 CONVICT CAMPS

Montgomery, February 22-(Specialo Governor Henderson win soon make an extended trip of inspection of all prop erty owned throughout the state and Of convict mining camps and convict lum- Der camps for the purpose of forming a first hand opinion of conditions existing at state prisons and at other places where the state owns property or works convicts. " l
 This inspection tour will include , 1 mining camps in north Alabama, state penitentiary at Wetrmpka and the lumber and turpentine camps in south east Alabama.
 Governor Henderson has many new ideas concerning the management of convicts and he will first obtain neces- sary information concerning present conditions before he makes an attempt to carry out these ideas He has al ready inspected the state prison at Speigners.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
w. H. STEWART SEES
 BIG IMPROVEMENT

W. H. Stewart, of New York; formerly manager of the Metropolitan Life 1n- surance company in Birmingham and now one of the company's most valued men in the supervision of agencies. is in Birmingham for couple or days in connection with his inspection work. MT. Stewart looks well and says his trip through the south has convinced him that the situation is looking much better.
 we felt the depression In the south very keenly last fall said Mr. Stewart but now I see evidences of a much better feeling. have just come up through Florida and Georgia and have been to northern and eastern Alabama and there is no question but that every one is feeling much more hopeful and encouraged"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
LOWE URGED AS
 NEW CHANCELLOR

Montgomery, February 22.-tSpecialD No appointment as chancellor of the northeast chancery division to sue ceed the late Chancellor w. H. Simp- son was made by Governor Henderson today but he announced that he Will make the appointment as soon as pos- sibe It is probable that he will make the appointment today, and 1t is con- sidered that Senator James E. Horton of Limestone, has the best chance to ob- tain the position.
 Delegations supporting the candidacy of former State Senator Lowe of Deca- tur. called on the governor yesterday and presented arguments in behalf of the Decatur man. They claim that Morgan county furnishes a large portion of the chancery business for the division. and said that Morgan county man should be named for the job
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
LYNCH ASSOCIATE
 MINE INSPECTOR

Montgomery, February 22.--(Specia1.) ) Governor Henderson this afternoon ap- pointed Hugh Lynch of Pratt City to the office of associate mine inspector, to fill vacancy on the board
 In announcing the appointment, the governor said that he would not make any other appointments on the board at present. stating that he had named Mr. Lynch to the office because it was va- cant. This is one of the few appoint
 Regarding other appointments, Gov ernor Henderson maintains that he sees no need for immediate action, indicat- ing that he may wait until after the legislature before he fills the majority of the offices. However, he expects to fill vacancies as they may occur.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
TO DEAL SPARINGLY
 WITH FOOD SUPPLIES

Berlin. February 22.-(Via London $50 D. m)-A special dispatch to the Zeitung Am Mittag from Koenigsberg says Emperior William during his visit to Lietzen, East Prussia, at the time of the recent operations, spoke of the necessity of dealing sparingly with food supplies He said he expected of every German that he would reStrict the con sumption of food as much as possible, particularly of potatoes, which the Elm peror said under no circumstances should be used as food for horses
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23

the sale of motor vehicle licenses be used in lieu of that appropriation, amounting to $154,o00 annually, but nothing was done by the legislature toward carrying the committees recommendation into ef- feet.
 It is presumed that the legislature in- tended that the highway department should continue to operate under the old system until other provisions had been made. but, in the absence of any def mite advice from the legislators, the commission has decided to discuss it's fu- ture plans with Governor Henderson.
 In addition to conferring with the ex- ecutive about the work of the depart- ment, the members of the commission will also discuss among themselves va- rious propositions for state aid work in the state.
 The members of the commission are R. L. Spragins. of Huntsville. chairman; Captain John Craft. of Mobile Prof. George N. Mitcham, of Auburn; Dr. En- gene A. Smith. of Tusca loosa, and Julien Smith. of Selma.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
POULTRY FANCIER
 SPURRED BY ROOSTER

Jackson, Miss, Feb. 22.-tSpecialD Charles DeLoaeh, a fpoultry fancier of Corinth, is nursing a very sore hand and has been forced to call physician. be- cause he ruffled the feathers and no doubt the temper Of one of his roosters. The rooster made a vicious drive at him, and spurred him on the hand. He though little about the wound until 1t began to swell and the pain became so great that he had to hunt up his phy- scan.
 The spur of the rooster was found to have been very poisonous.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
To Watch Troops

Paris. February 22.-(6:90 D. m)-A Bel forte dispatch to the Havas agency says that an observatory has been erected near Bonfol in Switzerland, where the movements of French and German troops can be watched. A military balloon has appeared fin the same neighborhood with the purpose, it is presumed, of detecting any transgression of Swiss territory.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
Scholfield Hearing Begun

Greenville, Feb. 22.-(Special 1.-The pre-. liminary hearing of Teat Scholfield was opened Saturday before Judge H. D. Lampley Schofied is charged with killing Werth Foster at a dance near Greenville several weeks ago. The ex- animation of the many witnesses was commenced late in the afternoon. The large number of witnesses in the case prevented the completion of the testi- mony and the case was continued until Monday morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
CAPITAL BOARD OF
 SAFETY ORGANIZES

Montgomery. February 22.-tSpecial.) The new board of safety, authorized un- der an amendment to the Montgomery commission government act organized to- day with the election of H. A. Thompson as chairman of the board The board has been assigned to quarters under the police station.
 Following the organization of the boa I'd. Chairman Thompson announced that for the present w. H. Taylor and J. F. Brow der would be retained as chief of the police and fire departments, respectively. Both appointments are temporary, ac- cording to Chairman Thompson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
FRUIT STEAMER
 TAKEN IN TOW

New York. February 22.--The United Fruit steamer Santa Marta, which lost her rudder Friday off Cape Hatteras, has been taken in tow by wrecking tug and is proceeding to New York, accord. ing to a wireless received by Captain Henshaw of the steamer Pastores, which arrived tonight from Colon.
 The Santa Marta, from Port Limon for New York, carries 65 passengers
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
THE WEATHER
Weather Forecast

Washington, February 22.-Forecast for Alabama Showers Tuesday, cooler by night; Wednesday fair and cooler.
 Georgia Showers Tuesday; Wednes- day clearing and cooler, fresh south east winds.
 Tuesday, probably preceded by showers in early morning; Wednesday fair and colder.
 Tennessee: Showers followed by clear ing and colder Tuesday; Wednesday fair, colder in east portions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
CALHOUN GRAND
 JURY ORGANIZES Judge Coleman Delivers Impressive Charge to
 the Jury

Anniston, February o. Special )--The Calhoun county grand jury was organ ized Monday and at 1:3O D. m, Judge Thomas W. Coleman of the city court Of Arniston, in a very impressive manner. instructed them as to their duties as members of the jury. A. L. Tyler was sworn in foreman of the jury, after
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
Hotel HiIlman
 Birmingham Reduces Rates

"Heart of the Business District" Room without bath, $1 & $1.50 Room with a bath, $1.50, $2.00
 and $2.50. Large sample room without
 bath, $1.50 and $2.00. Sample room with bath, $2.00
 and S2.50.
 Hot and cold running water in every room. Every other modern convenience.
 Recently redecorated and furnished. Splendid cafe with remarkably low prices.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
Kettle Given Medal

London, February 22.-Q0:30 D. m.) American Ambassador Page, on behalf of the American Geographical society to- night presented the Cullum gold medal to pr. John Scott Kettle. secretary of the Royal Geographical society, in rec ognition of his eminent services to geog- raphy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
Observe Anniversary of
 President MaderO's Death

Vera Cruz, February 22.-The second anniversary of the death of Francisco Madero and Jose Pino Suarez. the for mer President and vice president of Mex ico respectively, was observed here to- day with impressive ceremonies. All business was suspended.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
Marriage Licenses

The following marriage licenses were yesterday recorded in the office Of the probate judge:
 C. W. Paisley, Chattanooga, to Miss Jennie May Lewis.
 Amos Perkins. Edgewater, to Miss Mary Burgess.
 T. R. Webster, Shelby, to Miss Mary Ella March.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
Real Estate Transfer

The following real estate transfer was yesterday recorded in the office of the probate judge:
 $2500--.Jim Costeli to Lawrence Costelli, lot :, in block a2-B. as shown In ninth addition to Ensley.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
Without Foundation

The charge that he had manipulated rcceVershrs and trusteeshps in order to give them to his personal and politi- .cai friends, Judge Dayton said, had mot the slightest foundation in fact" and could be disproved by the court records.
 large number of affdavits and docu ments supporting his statements were laid before the committee by the judge. There was considerable argument about receiving them, but they were finally accepted although not included In the record.
 Judge Dayton said that the 'prying into his private loans with banks" was al effort to ruin him financially.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
Local Data
Weather Conditions

Weather Conditions
 Summary of observations made at United States Weather Bureau stations during the 24 hours ending D. m., 10th meridian time. February 22, 1915:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-02-23
EMPHATIC DENIAL! OF CHARGES MADE
 BY JUDGE DAYTON
West Virginian Denounces Attacks on His Admins tration in Warm Reply
 Before Committee

Washington February 22.-Emphatic denial of impeachment charges pending against him was made today by Federal Judge A. G. Dayton of West Virginia, before the Investigating subcommittee of the House judiciary committee. Judge Dayton testified throughout the after nton and evening sessions and replied in elaborate detail to the accusa tions He prefaced his statement with an ex- pression of gratitude to the committee.
 'I have rested for several months un- der these charges he said, "l have been subjected to espionage in my private af- fairs, my debts and financial obliga- tons have been pried into, and a con- stant series of nflammatory articles has aploared in newspapers. I have endured all this and. therefore. feel justified in saying that l appreciate the courtesy of the committee in allowing me at last to tender a statement and proof that will dispel these charges.
 The judge dwelt upon the attitude of the United Mine Workers of America toward him. referring to cases in which he decided against that organization and declaring that he simply carried out the law "withcut euL prxudce against union labor"
 Cites Letter
 He said he had in no way sought to displace Judge John H. Jackson, his>pre decessor on the bench, and specifically denied that he had joined in a campaign with Baltimore and Ohio railroad offi- cials to force Judge Jacksons resigna- tion or impeachment. letter was put in evidence from former President Roosevelt dated May 26, 1914, in which the former President stated that he in- stituted an investigation of Judge Jack son on his own responsibility, and ap pointed Judge Dayton without soicita- tinn from anyone"
 Judge Dayton denied that he had ever shown favortism to the Baltimore and Ohio rairoad in litigation in his court. He sad that before his appointment to the bench he had been local attorney for the Baltimore and Ohio, but that his soe fee from the railroad had been an annual pass. Men connected with the road, he said, had opposed him in poli ties. He reviewed the litigation before hts court in which his son, Arthur $. Dayton, appeared as counsel for the road, and declared that he had never favored either the railroad or his son in any way.
 He likewise denied that he had ever soaght to control the selection of jury men In his court in the interest of the railtoa or that his son had had cases removed from the state courts to his cont.
 Without Foundation
 The charge that he had manipulated rccelVershrs and trusteeshps in order to give them to his personal and politi- .cai friends, Judge Dayton said, had mot the sliehtest foundation in fact" and could be disproved by the court records.
 A large number of affidavits and docu
South Bend news-times. (South Bend, Ind.) 1913-1938, 1915-06-05
REV. SCH0UFLER TO
GIVE ANNUAL ADDRESS

Rev. Z. f. Schouher. pastor Of the
First Baptist church Of this city. has
the distinction Of being selected 10
give the annual address at the next
Northern Indiana Baptist association,
which will be held in Elkhart. Rev.
Mr.. SchOufler, accompanied By the
following local delegates. Mr. and
Mrs. William Slote. Mrs. l. r. Wick
hizer. Mrs. s. II. Reed. Mrs W. +.
Priest, Mrs. G. a. Mayor, Miss Sara
Galor Mrs. Ed HoOse. Mrs. Berk-
heiser. Mrs. J. r. Rundell and Mrs.
Joseph Webster, returned Friday
evening from Michigan City where
they attended the association. This
years association was more largely
attended than any previous one. 1t
was decided to increase the appro-
priation for the foreign speaking
people. that is in the mission for for
eisn people. The delegates will give
their reports at the Thursday evening
meeting at the Baptist church.