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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
ROBINSON NAMED ! COACH AT WHEATON Former Star Athlete at Howard to Direct Sports
 at Wheaton College

Robert ("Red'O Robinson, for four years a star athlete at Howard college, and for the last year assistant director of athletics at Howard, has been elected director of athletics at Wheaton college, Wheaton, H., according to announce ment made at Howard last night. MT Robinson also will be a teacher in the department of chemistry.
 Wheaton college is a nonsectarian in- stitution of nearly 300 students. and has a good rating in small college athletics in Illinois and Indiana.
 Robinson was graduated from Howard with the degree of bachelor of arts in 1914. He returned to Howard the next year for graduate work, and was given the degree of master of arts in 1915.
 As a student and athlete at Howard Robinson was one of the most popular men at the college, and was rated by many as among the best college ath- letes in this part of the south. He was captain and quarterback on the football team in 1914, and played first base, and was captain of the baseball team in 1915. Robinsons home is at Thorsby.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
TO PRESENT PORTRAIT OF JUDGE THORINGTON

Tuscaloosa, May 12-(Specal.)-An in novation will be made at the university this year by the law class of 1916 by observing a class day. Exercises will be held tomorrow at o'clock p. m. in Mor- gan hall At this time as a part of the programme, the class will present to the law department an oil portrait of the late Judge William S. Thorington as a recognition and a prominent memorial of his long and faithful service as dean of the law school.
 The public is cordially invited. Follow ing the exercises Dean and Mrs. A. J. Farah will entertain the class with a buffet dinner at their home on Tenth ave nue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
OBJECTS TO CONTINUED INTER FERENCE WITH AMERICAN MAIL-INVIOLABILITY GUAR ANTEED BY THE HAGUE CON- MENTION

Washington, May 22.-President Wilson tonight completed a note vigorously re- newing the protest of the United States to Great Britain against interference with American mails The communication is expected to go forward tomorrow.
 Secretary Lansing and legal experts al the state department made the original draft of the note, and the President re- vised it's phraseology. It is made up large ly or legal argument to meet the conten- tons of Great Britain in memorandum concurred in by France presented to the state department several weeks ago. The United States takes the position that prao-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
AMERICANS TO TAKE CHARGE OF POLICE OF SANTO DOMINGO

distributed to strategic points in the republic said he had received many re- quests for such action in protection of American interests. United States war ships already are stationed at all the important ports.
 It was made clear at the state de- partment today that there was no in tention of recognizing as valid the election of Fredico H. Carvajal chosen provisional President of Santo Do mingo last week by the Dominican Con- gress. Minister Russell reported that Enrique Henriquez, former foreign minister, was on his way to Wash ington to urge CarvajaFs recognition. The department holds that the im- peachment of President JimineZ was a political coup and already has in- formed the Dominican Congress that the proceeding cannot be recognized as legal
 While Rear Admiral Caperton is not reporting details of his operations of- ficials here believe he now has the revolutionary movement under Gen. eral Arias well controlled.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
A Louisiana View

To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 Having been the recipient of courtesies and most enjoyable hospitalities at the three U. c. " reunions held in this truly Magic City, in 1894. 1908 and now, in this year of 19l6 when mems passions and hates seem stirring a very 'hell broth" the world over, I must reply to a splenetic in today's issue of your paper (admiring adjectives omitted) under the too kind and most brotherly caption, "A Mistaken Brother" I read a foolish and untruthful statement of so-called reasons for the why? of U. c. V. reunions.
 If CD the writer of the fault findings diatribe was not coffee cooler" but a Confederate soldier 1S61-65. who was all ways with the colors" on the firing line, when duty called him there; then he was degenerated, and become a verita ble modern Diogenes. who not content to snarl from his tub Prof Basil l.. Gill dersleeve says 1t should be his 'jar'D looks down . we'll to admire his own re-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
INDIANS REPORTED
 AFTER JOHNSON TO
 STRENGTHEN TEAM

Cleveland. O.. May 22.-The rumor was in circulation here today and was not denied by President James c. Dunn that the Cleveland American league baseball club is in the market for Wal ter Johnson, pitcher for the Washing ton club, and considered by many baseball experts the greatest pitcher in the national pastime.
 "Of course, we would buy Johnson" said Dunn. However, we would not go stark, raving mad in the price we would pay. We are willing to pay big money, but the price must be fair"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
HOWARD ALUMNI
 GATHERS AROUND
 BANQUET BOARD Enjoyable Affair Held at Tutwiler-All Sections of the State Represented
OFFICERS ELECTED
 FOR ENSUING YEAR
First Woman Graduate of Howard Presented--Alumni Association to Put Athletics Field in
 Good Condition

Albert Lee Smith of Birmingham was elected unanimously as president of the Howard College Alumni association at the annual banquet at the Tutwiler last night. MT. Smith was chosen to suc- ceed William A. Berry, president of the association for the past three years, MT. Smith was graduated from the col lege in the class of '05, and received his masters degree in the class of '06. He is the son of a former president of How ard college and a prominent insurance man of Birmingham.
 Dr. John D. Dickson of Birmingham, and who was graduated in the class of '04, was elected vice president of the as- soeiation, while Jasper c. Hutto, who is at present connected with the faculty of the college as head of the department of journalism, was chosen secretary-treas- urer for the coming year.
 pr. Henry J. Willingham, class of 91, and president of the Florence Normal college, presided as toastmaster.
 The banquet was attended by about 100 alumni who had gathered from all parts of the state, some of them coming from several other states, to attend the annual banquet and reunion of the Howard alumni.
 MILITARY REFERENCES
 The programme for the evening bore the military air, and in keeping with the times many references were made to the great struggle along the various European frontiers.
 The first speaker was J. Fritz Thomp- son of Centreville, who was graduated in the class of 93. His subject was, ''The Flag He was one of the flag bearers back when Howard students marched the campus to military regulations. He spoke of the advancement Howard had made since he was a student, saying that she had come to the front in most remark able way, until now she was real asset to Alabama, and Birmingham. Howard really means something to the state, and today belongs to the leading circles of educational institutes in the state. Int past is not a question with us tonight, but the live question before us today is: What are we going to do for Howard in the future. Let's rally around her banners, fellow alumni, and bear her flag, spotless as it is, on to a higher standard to a more elevated station,'' he said in closing.
 The next speaker was Malcolm E. Net ties of Jasper, graduated from the class Old Camp Ground.''3 His talk dealt with the. old days on the Howard campus, when Howard college ranked in educa-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
MURDER AND SUICIDE
 SHOCKS DANVILLE, VA.

Danville, Va, May 22.-Wil- lard s. Carter and wife were found dead at their home In Danville this morning. Garter had a pistol ball through his right temple and Mrs. Carter was shot twice in the back of the head. A nickel plated pis- tol lay near them. While mys- tery as yet surrounds the affair. it is thought to be a case of murder followed by suicide, due probably to mental disturb ances. Carter and his wife were wealthy. prominent in so- ciety and owners of beautiful home.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
George Willia mson

Funeral services over the remains of George Williamson, aged 6l years, who died Sunday morning at his late resi- dence, at Oak Grove, Shades mountain. were conducted from the residence yes- terday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock. Inter. ment followed in Oak Hill cemetery He is survived by his wife and five brothers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
Allied Steamers Sunk

London, May 22.-The French steamer Languedoc and tine Italian bark Ermina have been sunk, according to reports re- ceived by Lloyds. The Languedoc was 1912 tons gross. The Erminia 1854 gross ton mage, sailed from Cavona May Il for Philadelphia.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
Village SMent Away

Mobi1e, May 22-A special from Lucedale tonight said that the high winds in that section swept away the village of Agricola, demolishing a num- Der of buildings and doing damage to crops. No injuries to persons was reported
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
GRIFFITH DENIES RUMoR

Washington, May 22.-Clark Grif- fifth, manager of the Washington base ball club, said the rumor of Walter Johnson's sale to the Cleveland club was absurd. He denied emphatically that any negotiations were on.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
Mrs. Elinor S. Moore

Funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Elinor S. Moore, aged P years, who died at the family residence, 62l Terrace boulevard Inglenook, late Sunday night, will be held at the residence this morn ing at 9:15 o'clock and at the Southside Catholic church at 10 o'clock. Inter ment will follow in the Southside Cath olic cemetery. Mrs Moore is survived by her husband, P. F. Moore, and three brothers. w. C. Steele of Cincinnati. H. D. Steele and NJ. J. Stelle of Louisville.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23

Washington, May 22.-Rear Admiral Caperton at Santo Domingo is taking steps to distribute his landing force of American marines to various points in the little republic and before they are withdrawn some arrangement probably will be effected through which American officers will be placed in charge of native constabulary.
 The broadening out of the marine patrol officials indicated today, Is a step preliminary to establishment of a policing system similar to that re- gently inaugurated in Haiti A com plete reorganization of the native troops is contemplated and Congress probably will be asked to pass a bill authorizing the navy and marine of ficers to serve under the Dominican government as officers of the con- 'stabulary.
 American Minister Russell reporting today that the marines soon would be
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
TRENCHES AND RECUITS

Df. JOnn U. DlCkSOIl WdS dSSi5uco lo "The Trenches and made a fine compari- son along this line with the work done at Howard. He was followed by T. Wat son Walker president of the senior class of '16, the latest addition to the Alumni association. His subject was, "The Re- cruits''
 After the regular programme had been completed several others were called on for speeches, among them being Miss Mamie M. Hidden, head of the department of education and dean of women at How ard college. Miss Hiden introduced the first woman to graduate from Howard since the inauguration of co-education at Howard in 1913 in the person of Miss Lula Mehaffey, who will receive her diploma tomorrow. Miss Hiden told the alumni if they would provide a dormitory for the young women, as many as 75 would enroll for the next session.
 Dr. James M. Shelburne was indorsed as president by every speaker of the evening, and was called upon to make a talk before the adjournment. Dr. Shel- burne spoke of some of the needs of the college, and the plans for raising the $300,0O0 endowment fund for Howard and JudSon colleges.
 It was suggested that the Alumni as- sociation raise at least 5000 to be used in putting the athletic field in better condi- ton for the coming of Dr. J. B. Long we'll the newly selected athletic director. The idea met with the approval of all present, but no action was taken on the matter as the banquet was not of a busi- ness nature.
 The other speakers of the evening were: :: W. c. Davis of Jasper, Dr. J. s. Dill of Gaffney, S. C., who was the oldest alumni present, having finished at Howard Al years ago; James B. Ellis, president of the board of trustees: Rev A. s. Smith of Alexander City, and Al, ,o-t Lee Smith
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
Deaths and Funerals
Augustus H. Moslev

Augustus H. Mosley, aged 67 years. died at his late residence, POS Charles street West End, early yesterday morning Flu neral services will be conducted from the residence this morning at 10 o'clock, with interment in Elmwood cemetery. The Masons will have charge of the funeral service at the grave MT Mosley is sur vfved by his wife and eight children, Mrs. J. E. Adair of Rockmart, Ga, Mrs. w. A. Abercrombie of Hiram, Ga.. Mrs. T. $. Roberson of Dallas, Ga., Mrs J. White. Mrs. w. K. Burdett, J. H. Mosley, E. R. Mosley and R. H. Mosley of Birming- ham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
Albert M. Ashmore

The remains of Albert M Ashmore. aged 63 years. who died at his late resi- dence, 2324 Fourth avenue, north Sunday night at s:3o o'clock. were sent to New man. H., at-s:S0 o'clock last night for in- torment by the Warner, Smith & Co. Un- dertaking company. The deceased is sur- vived by his wife and six children. pr. c. c. Ashmore of Newville, Pa, B. E. Ashmore of Chicago, J. s. E. Ashmore oe Indianapolis, E. E. Ashmore of this city, Mrs l.. c. Harvey of Indianapolis, and Mrs. c. Shure of Newman, Ill.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23

terday morning at 7:aO o'clock at the family residence, sol Burke street. West End The remains will be sent to Oden- vile at 6:20 o'clock this morning by the Johns Undertaking company for inter- ment. The deceased is survived by his wife and three children. He has been connected with the National Life and Ac- cident Insurance company of this city for a number of years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
NUMBER Y.

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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23

Augustus L. Hawkins Augustus l.. Hawkins. aged 42 died yes-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23

tional circles only a little higher than the high schools of today.
 Following up the military programme, Leon c. Bradley was introduced to speak on "The Battlefield" In introducing MT. Bradley, the toastmaster of the evening" paid high tribute to newspapers and newspaper men in general, giving them credit for accomplishing much in the way of education and enlightenment. MT. Bradley stressed the idea of preparedness for greater work for Howard.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-05-23
NUMBER A Successful Municipal Electric Plant

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Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-13
.l25 CITIES WANT
!, S, ARMOR PLANT

Washington. Sept. lS,--The tales
OF les cities were poured Into the
willing ears OF the naval board
charged with the job OF picking site
for the governments $1,000. 900
'armcr plate plant today.
The board. headed by Secretary
Daniels. consists OF Assistant Secre-
tary Roosevelt. Admiral Benson and
Rcar-Admiral Strauss.
Beginning at $3.50 o'clock, they
heard one delegation after another
on the merits OF their respective COM
munitles, Later they will read a great
stack OF briefs. brought or sent from
various cities.
Competing with the free sites offer
ed by most cities seeking the plant
are many private owners OF land who
wish to sell. The cities extend all
the way from New York TO the Pacific
coast and to Texas. Inland cities
urge safety from enemy attacks by
land or water, while seaboard cities
urge their accessibility to the ship
building concerns.
The following are among the cities
which have applied for the govern
lment armor plate plant:
Illlnois--Chicago, Lomax. Metro
polls.
Kentucky--Ashland. Fort Thomas.
Mount Vernon, Wlckliffe, Dover.
Louisville and Middlesboro.
Mlssourl--St. Louis.
Oklahoma--Tulsa.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-13
DEMOCRATIC DRIVE
BEGINS NEXT WEEK

Chicago. Sept. 13.--The demacrotic
drive In the west begins next week
with the unloading Of the heavy artil-
lery in Missouri.
Not a single state in the west will
be overlooked. Speakers will be sent
into Utah. Washington and Oregon
to aid the progressive organizations
that have gone over to the aid OF
Wilson.
Lewis will speak in Montana Sep
tember 23; Idaho. September %;
Washington, September 20; Oregon,
September 27; California, September
2S and 30; Nevada, September 80,
and Arizona, October /.
II was announced today at western
democratic headquarters that the fol-.
lowing speakers will tour the west be,
ginning next week: Senators Under.
wood, Stone, Reed, Hoke Smith, Shat.
roth, Robinson and Lewis, Judge
Albert d. Nortonl, William ]. Bryan
John LEM OF Ohio, and a score Of
others.
Bryan will not come as far west al
the Pacific coast states.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-13
SKATING MATCH
WILL Be STAGED

\ roller skating match, open TO any
person under II years OF age. will Ibe
the opener for the first night OF the
Josephine county fair entertainment
features. Two races win be held,
one for boys under II and one for
girls OF the same age The match
will be staged near Railroad park,
the course being twice around the
block. The start Is TO be made at
Sixth street. west along q to Fifth,
south to Fl street. and back TO the
starting point. and then around
again, The race will start at sharp,
For this event two prizes will be
given. flrst prize In each instance be-
ing 81 and second being 81 Every
boy or girl should enter this. rs there
will be absolutely no danger, the
course being roped OF and no vehicle
being allowed inside. Those intend
ing to join should report at once tc
DR.. ]. o. Nibley. chairman OF the
stunts for that night,
Following this there will he fire.,
boxing match at Railroad park. The
contestants will be chosen from loca
talent and will probably prove an In
teresting attraction. The contest will
last four rounds OF three minutes
each.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-13
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: Personal AND AND LOCAL

V. L. Weeks returned this morning
to Merlin after spending a day in the
city.
]. C. Meredith left this morning for
Portland. He will later return to
HIS home In eastern Oregon,
Bargains in wash waists, Mrs,
Rehkopf. SSStt
r. W. Taylor went TO Medford this
morning and will spend day there
attending to business,
Judge James Holman went TO Ash
land this morning to attend the en-
campment at that place.
Mrs. l.. Pool left this morning for
Doris and will make her home at
that place,
Miss Fern Bailey went to Medtord
this morning and viii spend several
months visiting friends at that place,
John Hampshire left last night for
Portland and win spend few days
A In the city attending to business mat
/ ters.
DR.. ]. F. Reddy has returned from
the summer camp at Takilms and will
remain In town the rest OF the year,
! G. W. Morrow returned this morn
ing from trip to Portland. He was
accompanied by Mrs. Morrow and
Mrs. r. r. Klitx,
/ Frank Bramwell arrived here this
morning from LaGrande Ore. and
win probably make his home here
DR.. VI. c. Findley and family will
leave tomorrow for their home In
Salem after visiting here for several
DAYS. They will make the trip by
auto.
Mr.. and Mrs. F. W. Richard. OF
Takilma. spent few days In the city
and win return to that place tonight.
Mr.. Richard Is the superintendent OF
the Waldo mine at Takilma.
Mrs. H. Fl. Basler went to Ash
land this afternoon and will assist
in the program Friday. when Grants
Pass day viii he held at the encamp-
ment.
Mrs, X Gaffney left this afternoon
for Los Angeles and viii visit at that
place for several months.
Corsets. prices up to s2.50, on sale
now at s1.00. Mrs. Rehkopf. s3Stf
J. NJ Devall returned to Leland
this morning after spending day in
this city looking after business mat
ters.
Mr.. and Mrs. s. J, Higgins. OF
Spokane. Wash. left this morning for
Riddle after spending several days
here.
s. L. Lowry. of Eugene. left this
morning for Corvallis. Mr.. Lowry
spent several weeks here inspecting
the country.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-13
Costs for Defendant

In the case OF Della Shadinger VS..
W. s. King. tried in the circuit court.
judgment was rendered In favor OF
the defendant for costs. The plain
tiff alleged malicious prosecution
and sued the defendant for $40, 900.
The action grew out OF trouble aris-
ing over the building OF roadway
by Mr.. King. He had started work
through the property OF the plaintiff
and she ordered him out at the point
Of a gun. Mr. King then brought
action against her, but II was drop
ped. Action was then brought against
Mr.. King. o. 8. Blanchard, attorney
for the defendant, moved for volun-
tary non-suit and this was granted
and costs rendered against Mrs.
Shadinger.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-13
$4,000 GUAROSMEN
ON THE BORDER

z El Paso, Sept. 13.---Wlth the ar
rival OF the last contingent Of Ohio
troops here late yesterday, the largest
body OF troops gathered In this coun-
try since the close OF the Civil war ls
Under canvas In the wide-fung camps
near Fort Bliss---39, 900 men OF
whom 33 900 are national guardsmen
according to figures announced by
George Bell, Jr.
Tentative plans are under way In
Washington, Il Is reported here, for
gigantic review OF all the troops In
this district by President Wilson In
October. to demonstrate the effective
ness Of the mobilization as q pre-
paredness move.
! President Wilson is scheduled to
speak at the dedication OF the Ele-
phant Butte irrigation project near
here on October t4.>8h'N
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-13
FIRES GAIN HEiDwAY
IN CALIFORNIA FORESTS

San Jose, Cal. Sept. is.--The
forest fire has crossed tho gulches
In the Santa Cruz mountains and IL
sweeping up the hills on the other
side. according to a telephone call
received here At noon today from the
Leteher ranch. AZ that time. II was
stated. the telephone poles we're burn.
Ing and anticipating that this would
be tho last message they would he
able TO get through. the fire fight
ers appealed for more assistance. and
asked for provisions TO last three or
four days.
Rogue River courier. (Grants Pass, Or.) 19??-1918, 1916-09-13
To San Francisco by Auto

Mrs, J F. Reddy. the Misses Eilene
Agatha and Dorothea Reddy, Jennie
d. Boiling. NJ, NJ. Cowley. and Jose
phine McCabe and John +. Jr. and
Paul Reddy will leave tomorrow for
San Francisco by auto. The party
has been in camp at Takilma durine
the summer and they have Just broke
camp. having come to Grants Pass
last night, The trip will be over the
Pacific highway rs this spring they
came up by way OF Crescent City.