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The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1916-10-31
STREET TAX APPEAL
CASES SET FOR TRIAL
!. IN CRIMINAL COURT
Right of City to Imprison
for Failure to Pay Tax
Question Involved

Citizens of Birmingham who have felt
the depressing hand of the burly street
tax collector will be interested in the
fact that two test cases as to the consti.
tutionality of this statute come up for
trial in the first division of the criminal
court the latter part of the week.
Cary Moon, a negro, who was fined in
the recorders court for failure to pay a
street tax, will get trial on his appeal
on Friday. The case of f. +. Best, who
was also fined in the recorders court
and who appealed. also comes up on
Friday. Attorneys Horace c. Wilkinson
and Joseph Emery for the defendants
and the members of the city attorneys
office are trying to arrange matters in
order to have cases tried at the same
time.
Attorney Wilkinson is confident of the
unconstitutonality OF the street tax
statute and he announces THAI he will
be ready for trial on Friday. Mr.. Wiz
kinson believes that the city may have
the right to pass ordinances requiring
the payment of a street tax, but it has
not the right to imprson anyone that
fails to pay the tax. Recent decisions
OF the United states supreme court, ac-
cording to Mr.. Wilkinson, have clearly
established the fact that citizens cannot
be sent to Jail through failure to pay a
street tax,
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1916-10-31
KNIGHTS STATEMENT

Inc statement OIL Mr.. Knight tolloWS;
Appearing in today's issue of The Age
Herald is an advertisement headed. Vote
for Francis B. Latady for Congress-
and published over the signature of the
Ninth district republican committee
which is apparently a ludicrous attempt
to create the impression that somebody
has attempted to perpetrate a fraud
against the republican nominees in this
county.
Among the pointed questions in the
advertisement referred to is one reading
as follows: Wing wSs it considered neces-
sary to refuse it its lawful representa-
ton in the selection of inspectors and
clerks of election
Having served with the election COM
mission in clerical capacity, L am thor
oughly familiar with the appointments
made for election officers and the man
ner in which they were made, and 1
know that any intention to discriminate
against any political party in the selec-
tons was foreign to the minds of any of
the commission
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1916-10-31

Servus Grocery products all contain
coupons redeemab1e In Steele-Smith's
toy contest,
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1916-10-31
DEMOCRATIC DOCTRINE

I'VE have secured for this rally tonight
some of the ablest men in the democratic
party and some of the best speakers in
the nation said Chairman Bethea last
night I'VE want the people of Birming-
ham and the entire district to come down
to the Jefferson theatre and hear them.
Knowing, as we always do, that the demo-
Gratis are going to make a clean sweep
in this district, we have. not worried over
the mighty uproar some of the republic
ans have tried to create. The meeting
was not arranged with that in mind
I'VE merely want to give the people
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1916-10-31
TO MEET EVERY ISSUE

No apologies will be offered for the rec
ord of the party; there will be no equivo-
cation with the republican claims; the
body will meet every issue raised by the
republicans in the national campaign
they will not sidestep any of the claims
made in this county and district. 1t
will be an eventful affair for Ninth dis
trict democrats.
and embarrassing presentation of mere
facts and figures The crowd can expect
to hear oratory and likewise to be re-
called with wit and humor which would
do credit to the nations best enter
tainers in other words, the programme
will be varied.
From the tremendous force of the con-
vincing logic on the democratic tariff bill
as presented by Senator Underwood to
one of the inimtabe stories of Tom Hef-
lin is far cry, but both are assured
tonight However, it must not be inferred
from this that all the speech of Con-
gresham Helm will be made up of witty
stories, nor will the address of Senator
Underwood deal alone with discussion
of the tariff
Reports from the big northern and
western cities where Senator Underwood
has spoken show that his addresses have
been both forceful and entertaining; the
talks of Congressman Heflin are likewise
known for the attractive manner in which
he tells about the glories of democracy
and the accomplishments of the present
administration The oratorical abilities of
Congressman Huddleston are well known
in the Birmingham district.
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positively that he would be present. Sena-
tor Underwood and Congressman Hud-
dleston, both of whom are now in Biz
mingham had previously notified Chair
man Bethea of their willingness to speak
on this occasion.
The rally tonight is expected to be
epochal in that three Alabamians in high
position in national affairs, who at the
same time are equally conversant with
state and local conditions, will tell the
democrats of Birmingham the accom-
plishments of the party The national,
state and county matters will be discussed
and reasons assigned to show that the
doctrines of the democratic party are not
only the proper ones for agricultural
Alabama, but are likewise those best
suited for an industrial center like Biz
mingham.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1916-10-31

of Jefferson county. the souths greatest
Industrial district. the opportunity of
hearing a presentation of democratic
policies We want them to learn from
some of our able leaders why the prin-
ciples of democracy are best for the ell
tire nation, including this district. Then
we want them to learn first hand what a
wonderful record President Wilson mas
made.
with Congressman Helm, Senator I'm
derwood and Congressman Huddleston all
present for addresses, and they have all
accepted our invitation to speak tonight.
those who attend the meeting should
hear the gospel of democracy presented
in highly logical and entertaining man.
ner.'
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1916-10-31
FASHIONS SHOWN
IN ROTOGRAVURE

To the Editor of The Age-Herald.
Allow me to compliment the style Sec
ton of your Sunday edition of the Roto-
fashion journals and can truly say that
your edition is more elegant and instruc-
tive than any of my magazines of this
class. Thanking you for the pleasure
derived from your Rotogravure, 1 am
yours respectfully,
MRS. j. Fl. BROOKS.
Birmingham, 1929, 1916 1909 7th ave-, ".
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11
EMPIRES SPORTING DOPE
2INe-MAT ANo eENERAL IrEMs

cago last weex and announced that his manager, Frank Force. would camp on the champions trail until they got a definite answer rela- tive 10 a chance at the title.
 That something may be brewing seemed more probable than ever, in view of the arrival of Wnlard's manager, Tom Jones.
 Neither Willard nor Jones eyinced much interest in the plan of Rex Rickard to match the champion with George Carpenter in New York. But the big boy said he would fight anybody-proyided And it is known that he will hold out for a good round sum.
 Fulton was seeking to meet Will lard and Jones for a preliminary conference.
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11
Tonieht's Attractions

At the Coliseum, Mary Miles Min ter will appear for the last time in Emmy Of Stork's Nest" This bill opened 7as: night and there are some very clever characters in it and Miss Minter pleases as usual
 At the Dream Charles Cherry and screen company will give "The Num- my and the Running Bird" for the last time It is 8 good feature and the Bostock two-reeicr. the anima, kind is also pleasing.
 At the Orphcum Viola Dana. an Edison star. will appear in "On Dangerous Paths" story of a girls adventure in a large city.
 J. Aubrey Smith made a good hit at the Douglas Lyric last night in "The Builder of Bridges. It is a neat little screen play well given and is given again tonight
 At the Douglas Orpheum tonight
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR
 NUMBER OF MESSENGER"

The Christmas and New Year num- Der of the Trinity Church Messenger is out, and is full of interesting items To judge by the number of messages" to which attention is called, there would seem 10 be a need for such a church paper. and the title is well chosen. The para graps may sound blunt but are necessarily concise.
 The number contains some inter- esting poems, and there are several articles containing food for thought. The editor states that the paper has been well received and quite gen. erally paid for-not always true of daily newspapers
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11

Old papers for sale at The En- pire office.
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11
Bowling at Treadwell.

Capt Harry Graham of the All Star Bowling Team" has accepted the challenge issued by Boss Ben nett, Captain Of the machine shop team for a 30 frame game of ten pins to be rolled on the Treadwell club alleys next Thursday night. Dec. 14th, at 1880 o'clock This is the first game Of the season and tho boys want 10 start it right. The "All-stars" are B. Fleak, II. Weath- CT. Guy Terry, Harry Graham and Cyclone Christoe The machine shop team is Bennett, k. McCor- misk. N. Worth, J. Yerkes and a dark un."
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11

All the latest hits arriving daily. Come in and hear them. Open even
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11

The Bon Ton Turkish Baths will open on Monday, Dec. 1tth, in the Anderson Apartments, Front St., be. low the Juneau General Hospital. Everything first class. chiropody, massage. and electric treatments. Strictly modern and up to date. Mrs. Hulse, proprietor. Graduate of Bat. tie Creek, Michigan. Family trade solicited. di1.
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11

JUNEAU MUSIC HOUSE
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11
News of Elks, AlIevs-

Inc Cub bowlers lead the Giants in fast play in the Elks' tourna- ment The competition is keen. The Cubs of the c. w. Young Co took the lead in the first game of the 1ve-man-team special match.
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11
PARTY GIVEN
 EOR MISS MElSENSl

A farewell affair, which took the novelty of a slelghing party. was given in honor of Frhzie Meisensahl, who leaves tonight on tue Prince Ru- pert on a short vacatior trip to her home in Centralia, Wash. Eighteen young people were in the party and a banquet was served at Berry's ranch house which had been resery- ed for the occasion.
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11

IVVUIo - IfV IVO High Score e men)-174. High average ziegler-163.
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11
Fulton After Jess Willard.

Fred Fulton. the Minnesota heavyweight, whom Jess Willard re- gently admitted would most likely be the next contender for the heavyweight honors. went to Chi
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11
HARRY GOLFER NAMED

Bishop Rowe has had a request asking him to inquire as to the whereabouts of Harry Colter. feet 4 inches tall; and lame leg. Any may be sent through Rev. G. D. Christian. Trinity Church, Juneau
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11

Loose wiIes Biscuits. .the famous Sunshine brand. are in class by themselves. Try a package at Gold stein's Emporium. d9tf
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11
MOVIE THEATRE ATTRACTIONS
GENERAL FILMDoM NEWs

The Law Decides" is on for the final runs. This ;s most credit able bill, seven most interesting reels.
The Alaska daily empire., 1916-12-11
Coming Attractions.

Coming Attractions.
 Beatriz Michelena. the California star. will appear for the first time in Juneau tomorrow night in "Salya- tion Nell" Her appearance will be at the Coliseum and should prove highly profitable to house and aud fence.
 A play with the Yukon featured in the scene is the big feature to- Al the Orpheum "The Woman and morrow night at the Dream the Rose" an Essanay feature will be the Tuesday nights bill.
 CLOSING OUT
 Libby Cut Glass and chlnaware at cost. w. N. CASE.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1916-06-09
FRANCIS LONG DEAD
Found and Identified bodies Of Custer
and His omcers Following Their
MasSaCre by Indians
Especial to The Times.D,spateh1

tSpeciai TO The Times Dispateh.J
NEW YORK, June S-Francis Long
who spent the last years OF an ad-
renturous career official forecaster
for the local Weather Bureau. died
yesterday at his home in BROOKLYN
lie WAS sixty-four years old A widow.
son and a daughter survive him.
AS. member Of the Greedy polar
expedition he distinguished himself on
two occasions by saving the lives Of
survivors
Long served under General Custer
III his Indian fighting, and would have
been included in the massacre Of Custer
had not Custer just previously detailed
him as ii dispatch rider to hear the
famous appeal to General Reno for re-
endorsements. It vas he who found
and identified the bodies Of Custer and
his principal officers on the battle
field.
lie afterward took part in the Bald :
win-zicgler polar expedition.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1916-06-09
WOMAN SUFFRAGE ISSUE
RUNS CURIOUS COURSE
Finally Finds Resting Place In Re
publican Resolutions as Favored
In Principle.
FOR EACH STATE TO SETTLE
After Being Rejected by Subcommit.
tee, IT Later Is Accepted in Purt
by Full Committee, Which Incor.
pOrates 1t in Platform,

CHICAGO. June S.-Woman suffrage
ran curious course to-day in the Re
publican convention, First denied n
place In the platform. and then ac-
cepted as n party plank without reser-
Fation, II finally found it's resting
place in the Republican resolutions IA
Il Favored proposition in principle but
with the proviso that each State
should settle the question for itself
The plank offered by the newly formed
Woman's party. which would have
pledged the Republican party to the
so-cailed susan B. Anthony amend
ment." was rejected. The plunk
adopted conforms more nearly 10 Tho
requests made in resolutions by the
National American Woman Suffrage AS
ISOLATION.
AS the pendulum swung IRIS. one
way and then another. gloom or juhi-
iaton rcigned In the ranks of the
women. who. through wind and rain,
carried their plea to the convention
yesterday.
RECOGNIZES PRINCIPLE
By VOTE OF 20 TO Fl
The adverse decision that Ave OF the
subcommittee OF tho Republican resolu-
tions committee had voted against
recognition OF woman suffrage in the
platform. and four had favored II. came
early In the day. There was a hurried
marshalinE of the friends OF suffrage
and three hours later the resolutions
committee as whole voted % to p
In favor OF recognizing the principle
of woman suffrage
Within half an hour word came that
the roll OF the absentees had been
called. and seven committeeman were
Fastening TO the committee room that
the favorable action might he recon
sidcrcd
There were reported parleys. re-
cess for luncheon and finally recon
sideration was agreed to- and II
emerged as the last plank Of the plat
FORM with the principle o. woman
suffrage Internationally favored, but
with the modification that the party
recognizes tho right Of each State 10
settle the question for itself"
Credit for preventing fiat rejection
OF the plank on reconsideration was
given to Senator Borah. who declared
that the question would he taken 10
the floor OF the convention 81 the COM
mttee vote were overridden
OPPOSITE EMOTIONS
In the rival camps of surragists the
announcement OF the plank vas re-
ccived with opposite emotions. ON
GERS o! the National Association Tor
Woman Suffrage expressed their entire
satisfaction with II. Onicrrs OF the
new Woman's party were plainly die
appointed.
The Republicans have only respond
Cd to PRESSURE said Miss Anne Mar
tin. OF Nevada, president OF the Wo-
MANS party. we are thoroughly or
Ranized. and We will use our orEaniza-
ton. The Republican party has be-
come states rights party. How alb
surd.
"Of course, this action is not what
We want, but resolutions and planks
count for little. We are asking for
action, and we expect IL from this
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1916-06-09

he situation By taking some Of the
Progressive planks into their owi
\ platform.
Some OF the Progressive leaders pro
iessed TO have word from the inside oi
the Republican convention that this
would he done.
With the understanding that they
should report to their conventions and
await tho result OF to-days ballot
tho conference adjourned until after
to-day's session of both conventions.
I 1T was hoped that the delegates 10
both conventions would discuss the cit :
oation fully among themselves. and IL
no definite action was taken the com :
mittee would be this afternoon in far
better position 10 understand and give
expression to the real sentiments OF
the two conventions.
The Republican Committe emcn said
that during zee meeting they were
distinctly encouraged by the evident
desire OF the rroeressives for har-
mony. AT no time. il was said. was
there n concerted or insisten, demand
from the Ptogressives that the Re-
publicans accept Colonel Roosevelt
Senator Smoot. of the Republican
committee, said the conference was an
open. free and friendly discussion. and
that the reports TO the conventions
would be identical While Senator
Borah and Mr Crane said the con-
ferees would probably convene this
afternoon, other members of the con
ference said they were by no means
sure that there would he another meet
ing.
George W. Perkins. chairman Of the
Progressive committee. added that none
of the men was quite free to talk. The
conference was held at the Chicago
Club. TO which the Republican con-
ferees preceded the ProcreSsivcs.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1916-06-09
PREDICTS CONFERENCES
WILL END IN FAILURE.


CHICAGO, June S-Fron authorita-
tive sources there came information 1T
midnight that the conference between
would end in failure
The international News Service
learns on the highest authority that
Theodore Roosevelt will submit no
plans that will! involve any conces-
sion on the part OF the proeressives;
that he prefers to stand 10y the FRO
gressive party and lis principles
1t was learned further tina, the Re
publican conferecs would have no sug-
gestion to make that would he regard
ed by the ProErcssires as rendering
anything that would suggest n spirit
OF conciliation.
Ii is believed az this hour that The
efforts to harmonic will end in abso-
luate failure. and that tomorrow the
Progressive convention Will name
Roosevelt for President. and the Re-
name Justice Hughes.
Among the few men who were in
the confidence Of both sides. the nredic-
ton is made II this hour that tho old
Repu party IL wider apart than
it was four years ago.
Mr.. Perkins, at the outset Of the
conference told the Republicans that
the Progressives would accept either
General Goethals or General Wood as
the compromise He WAS told dipio-
matically that the Republicans re-
garded this a bluff
Perkins said he did not believe the
Progressives could he controlled. He
said that unless a man was agreed
upon whom they could unqualifedly
support, they would undoubtedly nomi-
nate Roosevelt tomorrow.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1916-06-09
HEAVY FIGHTING CONTINUES
IN VICINITY OF FORT VAI.

PARIS. June S.-lIeavy lighting con-
tinues in the vicinity of Fort Vau1,
northeast OF Verdun The War Once
report OF to-day says French troops
Btill occupy the outskirts Of the fort
az we'll as trenches TO the right and lef,
of the works.
The loss of the fort itself. o! which
an intimation was given in last nights
report. Is conceded. The announcement
says the fort was abandoned by the
garrison after II had been reduced 10 a
heap OF ruins by an inccssant lombard
ment OF seven days German attacks
on the adjacent positions thus far
have been unsuccessful
West OF the Meuse intermittent can
nonading was carried Oh last night
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1916-06-09
PLATFORM CALLED BID
FOR PROGRESSIVE HELP
General Political Situation at Chi
cRgO Continues at Skies
and Sevens.
MONEY is SPENT FREEL
Roosevelt Men Using Bands, Movies"
and Other Methods to Boom Can
Observation-Disclosures Committee Ii
Not Expected to Accomplish Much
ny CHARLES Il. HAsBRooK.

CHICAGO, ILL, June s.-If pollti-
cal matters over were at skies and
sevens to-nights condition at the he
publican and Progressive con, entions
assuredly Is in that plight. The
standpitters have adopted platform
equally AZ appropriate for the Pro-
gressives, In the major points, as for
Themselves Upon the newer issues il
TX straight hid for Pr, .,rtssive sup
port The, VIII not persuade Roose-
Welt to head their ticket, notwithstand-
ing the appointment OF committee OF
conference. T1ere n'r's 10 core for
T. r." It is declared. He will be nomi
mated by the Progressives even II he
refuses To- run. which, II is rumored
will be the case after the weeks work
is finished. a committ=. headed by
Senator Snoot Will see 20 it that there
is no G. o. PIT. X. fusion.
Blu, It's a retty fight. and to-mor-
rows session VIII be hot ore Mean
lille. III. Rt osevelt shout.rs contiru.
to scatter money ruthlessiy in brass
bands. movies" and in every known
method OF booming a candidate. Where
does the money come from. That Is
the universal query But T. r. always
lad way with the interests. you
knew
ROOSEVELT INFLUENCE
SHOWN IN PLATFORM
The Roosevelt influence is shown In
the Republican platform. Protection
Is second to preparedness. The suffra-
gists get a boost and setback. Pro
hibition fails OF recognition, while a
SOP is offered our farmers by a friendly
word for rural credits. EXpediency
characteriZcs every line.
That Hughes will be named by the
Republicans and Roosevelt by the Bull
Moose, regardless OF the negotiations
Of tho harmony committee. seems alb
solute1y certain. Each side Is Just as
determined to proceed with Its pro-
gram as II was before the peace over
lures were made, and many of the
Leading men here think that the DELHI
erations OF the Joint committee are
just waste OF time
1t may be recalled In this connection
that neither OF these two committees
is authorized TO pledge Its respective
convention to any line Of policy or TO
any candidate. All that either may do
Ii to recommend a compromise.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1916-06-09

Even at $500, we
will match a Berry Blue
Serge against the best
competitive value in this
town and win hands
down on a coldblooded
comparison of value.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1916-06-09
BRITISH SHIPPERS ACCOUNT
FOR NINE or ENEM,

LONDON. June c.-The british Off :
cial statement issued AZ midnight
reads:
The principal activity in The past
twentyfour hours has been in the sec
tor between Why Ridge and La Bas-
see Canal. where mine warfare waR
particularly in evidence. SIX mines and
camoufiets hav. been exploded, with
results. generally speakiut in our
favor.
Near the HohenzoIlcru redouht, the
explosion ot one OF our mines conNid-
erably damaged tie enemy defensos.
and after the explosion our snIpers
accounted for nine OF The garrison.
Around SoucheZ there has been a
good deal Of work with trench lnortars
and along the whole sector the artil
lcry of both sides has bonbarded &C.
lively.
"Just south of Ia Busse Canal ,y.
carried OUT successful raid last night
sinfiicting losses on the enemy. Til.
harrison Of the ra!ded trenches r.d
leaving the dead on the ground
"The situation At iioogo is IN.
changed. and there have been no IN.
fantry actions to-day. Tn ARTILLERY
of both sides shelled int-rfni,,nn,ly
both day and night.
"Elscwhere on the front there va.
no special incident. the day passing
quietly"
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Three More CLnrn.

Detective Sergeants WHY and KEEL
lam last night entered three additional
I: warrants against James Frayser, alias
g. Sherwood. the eighteen year.oid
negro now being held In the CITY IAN
awaiting trial on charges Of forgery,
Z In these warrants the negro is alleged
gto have forged checks on the First
slaeionRl Bank for $3.50, IS and 3l5.