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-i 11, THE ATLANTA GEORGIAN AND NEWS. tfFE INSURANCE AND PRACTICAL GENEROSITY. for name tlme . n«» t '. 1 cor P or .fU°''* and fiduciary Inatltutlona-el! orxanlxn- F,„, controlling or holding vast sum* of '“„,v-linve been tho chief objects of Eh|c attention. Iloneat men bars *e|. P;lo,l this manifestation of public Inter- I„ the problems created by modern methods of conducting enormous enter- “loV Clear-beaded men realise at the & time that some of the Institutions rSo prominent by their fnr-reachlug op- Ktious and Intimate relations with the fiitillr are conducted by men of the high- integrity and are performing a public ^g««t T .‘n‘>. insurance m.rnnonv. of Now York, Is coming more ■na mors to lie recognised as an Instltn- Uon whose attitude toward the public la to that of a generous philanthropist n oppressive capitalist. This com- conducts the business of Insurance P*’i wav'* that call lie understood by the ordinary rltlsen. It estimate* In the light Sf universal esperlence and e*|iert Ituoivl- Jjco the actual cost of Insuring a life „,„i„r given conditions, esaets a legitimate uremlum base.} upon cost, writes a teillcv E. definite nnd cigar as the simplest Imsf- contract. anti then FAYS every dollar 0,0 hooeOelary expects or hopes to receive. This, of course. Is simply maintaining -™"t business principles and should call lor no more commeudatlou wheu prac- ,1ml i>v a great corporation thau It would hi the case of on Individual. The high Htlmatlon In which the Metropolitan Life I; held today, however, can not be attrlb- J,,ml to the mere fact that It refrains front i ,,,|t „ud meets Its obligations; It Is due ff ropested nets which Indicate that It logartls Its millions of, policyholders ns .ntltled to share from time to time In Its uwn unanticipated profits. Thin unique view of Its obligations, It should he noted. Is not the result of recent insurance agitation, but hna been held consistently for tunny years. It has Int- nclled the company to distribute among fra tlollcy-holdefs during the past twelve Mrs more than thirteen millions of dot- ’ll - has been made known In the latest Duhllshed statements of the Metropolitan Fife that nil full-life policy holders In tho todostrlsl department who reacheil the ■re of 75 In 1906. and all who roaeh that ■re la 1907, are to have their pollelea con tinued for life without further payment of oretnluma. It la further provided that any cue holding a full-life Industrial policy which has bo™ In force ,fifteen ycars wlll at the age of 80 receive the amount of the nollry In cash. Perhaps no former net. of this company I, SO significant ns this voluntary gener- cltv toward aged policy-holders from whern It can expect no compensating re. Istloas lu the future. It la alnted that this concession alone coats tho couitmuy more thau a million dollar*. Any simitar gift ifor It Is purely n voluntary glfll by an UirnnlrXwork. It should not go entirely unrecognised, because It emanates from a ••corporation.’ Fnrthor concenslon* mado l*y th« Mot- ropolltiiii Life during 1906 affect their monger policy-holders, nnd have taken the shape of voluntary cask dividends mion Industrial pollclca-dlvldcnds not uromlsed or Implied 111 tho pollelea, uot bargained for. hoped for. or, expected by those who rocolvc them. This Is an Item uf something like two millions of dollars, nuking Hie total voluntary concession* dur ing the year more than three millions. II OFFICERS SHOT! ill SURRENDERED AFTER THE SHOOTING Manufacturers From All Over the World to Gath er at Philadelphia. SCHMITZ-DENIES THAT HE RECEIVED $662,000 GRAFT Philadelphia, March 28.—Cotton man ufacturers from the four corner* of the earth, aa well aa men Interested In either cotton, woolen or knit gooda, will gather here the third week In May to attend the eleventh annual convention and exhibition of the American Cotton Manufacturers' Association. While the convention, which la to be held In the Bellevue-Stratford Hotel, will consume but two days of the week —Wednesday and Thursday—the exhi bition, which will be held In the First regiment armory, will be formally opened on Monday, May 18, and wilt he continued until the following Mon day. In addition to all the novelties that have been Introduced Into the trade, there will bo an exhibition of all the different machinery that has been In vented and adopted by the manufactur ers since the earliest days of cloth manufacture from cotton. The convention will be the largest and by far the most Important In the history of the association, many prom inent public men will be in attendance, among them, perhaps, the Chinese am bassador, Chentung Liang Chang, Commissioner of Immigration Bar- geant. Secretary of State Elihu P. Root, Governor Braxton B. Comer, of Ala bama. and Governor Edwin S. Stuart, of Pennsylvania. Papers will be read before the convention by the most dis tinguished cotton mill experts of this country and Europe. T, Ashby Blythe, one of Philadel phia's most prominent merchants, and chairman of the xecutlve committee of tho dssociatlon, has been a busy man for a month past by reason of his efforts to leave no stone unturned which might add to the confbleteneas of the plane of the convention. His chief obstacle has been the city's la mentable lack of a more suitable build ing in which to hold an exhibition so pretentious as the forthcoming event promises to be. In this his disappoint ment has been shared by various other trade organisations which have held similar expositions In this city from Special to The Georgian. Dallas, Texas, March 28.—In a shooting affray laat night at Bowie, Constable John Wales was shot through the body and fatally Injured and City Marshal Adama was shot In the head and badly injured. The shooting was done by Walker Har groves, who fled to his home and bar ricaded himself Und refused to surren der until the clttxens promised him pro tection from mob violence. The two officers returned the fire from Har groves, but without effect. A bystander was struck by a stray bullet and slightly Injured. time to time. SNEEZE PUTS PINS • Richmond, Vs., March 28.—Mrs. Charles H. Lewis, while hanging out clothes In her back yard yesterday, accidentally sneezed while her mouth was full of pins, with tho result that she swallowed a number of them. She lias been removed to a hospital, where she is suffering Intense pain. Tho X-ray will bo used for the purpose of locating tho pins. If it isn’t “The Green” it isn't the real thing. Twelve Important Witness es Are Heard by Grand Jury. San Fra.iclsco, March 28.—Mayor Schmitz denies the truth of charges published In local papers to the effect that the prosecution has abundant evl dence that Schmitz profited to the ex tent of not less than 8862,000 for par- tlclpatlon In the "boodllng- operations now being Investigated by the grand Jurv. Schmitz said his Income was 89,800 a year and, when given an opportunity, would be able to tell where every penny came from and where It went. He In timated that he would bring several suite for alleged libel after his trial. The grand jury heard testimony In regard to the 8200,000 which the Home Telephone Company spent to obtain Its franchise In this city. This money was raised In Los Angeles by bankers and brokers Interested In the telephone cor poration, and was convoyed to San Francisco by way of Oakland. The most sensational testimony was given by D. R. Butterfield, who represented thg Independent Telephone Company. This company was eager for a fran chlse and Butterfield received assur ance from “Abe" Ruef that the fran chlse could be obtained. Ruef did not ask for any bribe, but he aald the fran chlse should be drawn very carefully and that for his services In drawing the franchise he would expect 8100,000. HIGHLY PLEASED Georgia Marble Looks Good To Senator Vilas. i If Senator W. F. Vllaa’ influence Is dominant It seems more than probable that Wisconsin'* new itate capttol will be built of Georgia marble. Governor Davidson and hla party re turned to Atlanta Wednesday evening early from an Inspection of the marble quarries about Tate. While none of the delegation would commit themselves on the question, there Is no doubt that all were delighted with the trip and with the quality and quantity of marble seen. Wednesday evening at the Capital City Club the visitors were ‘he guests of Colonel William L. Peel at dinner. Governor Terrell, Governor-elcct Hoke Smith, Henry Jackson, Will V. Zimmer, Ham Tate and Mr. Anderson were In vited to meet the party at the dinner. Governor Davidson and party re mained In the city until noon Thurs day, when they departed for the East. The morning was spent In seeing some of the city, and all expressed them selves as delighted with this progress ive city. Tho party will .Inspect the govern ment buildings In Washington nnd then go to Philadelphia for the same pur pose. From there they will Journey Uto the granite fields of Maine. Opposite Postofflcc Center of City. 2 1-2 Minutes Walk of Whitehall. Whew! But We Touched a (Pierce's Busy) LlVe Wire ( De P artments,ori! ) WHEN WE PRINTED OUR ANNOUNCEMENT OF EASTER SLIPPERS AND DRESS GOODS LAST FRIDAY, wo knew there would be much comment—and considerable response—but wo hardly expected such a rushing trade as we have had since. Our new, large, complete stock of Easter low cuts j*. ,** very rapidly, but the selection Is still unbroken. All the latest and best styles In Footwear, three eyelet side lace. We sell solid leather 8hoes and guarantee them to give satisfaction at PIERCES PLEASING POPULAR PRICES. __ , „ __ .. „ *. Ladies’, $1.50 to $3.50. Men s, $2.25, $3.50, $4.00. WE EXCHANGE OR RETURN MONEY ON EVERYTHING BOUGHT OF US Easter White Waists. Plain lace hr embroidery front*. “hort or long eleeves, open front or back. You muM fee these to appre ciate the quality, style and values "e are giving at 50c to $3.00 Ladies’ Easter Furnish ings. If It’a a corset you wan* see our atock of new styles, from 25c to $1.50 Fancy, colored, plsln hosier}', Isce, Lisle, etc, 10e to 75o pair Long silk gloves, 12-buttnn length, at $1.00 to $1.25 Hhort kid gloves $1.00 to $1.25 Long kid gloves $3.00 to $3.50 The neckwear that Is worn, all styles at prices 5e up Easter Dress Goods. We have ’em—India Linens, col ored lawns. Chiffon Zephyrs, Pana mas. Voiles, Bilks, etc. We can not help bragging on our while goods department—prettiest patterns In walatlng and dress goods In the city, at 10c to 90o yard Easter Muslin Under wear. Nicely trimmed with lace end em broideries. Beat quality of good*. Easter presents free with each $1.00 purchase. Glassware free this week. See cur free present table. Men’s Easter ings. Fumish- Ycaterday's express brought ua 'the prettiest line of wide four-ln-hand reversible tlea you ever saw; 50c values at 25c each 25c reversible wash ties at 19e each Bwelleat line of 50c silk four-ln- hand ties In the city at 35c each three for $1.00 Large assortment allk ties, 50e and «9c Fancy up-to-the-minute socks of quality, a real pretty line, 50c, 69c, and 75e A large complete line fancy, solid*, blacks, etc 25c pair 200 Umbrellas Just Re ceived. Of the best materials, strongest braces, assorted, fancy and plain handles, values 11.75 to $8.00; Pierce's price $1.50 esch Ready-made Easter Skirts, light, fancy plaids, solid blacks, $1.48 $7.50 pm-rcD,. i „ .... after this announcement as since the other, we may be compelled to PtesM*come* Friday. r If »° B ^ Promptly and politely waited upon. E. PI ERL L. president. SOUTHERN DRY GOODS and SHOE COMPANY «*> 60 Marietta St The Buying of EASTER GLOVES. (In Kid and Fabrics) Easter without new gloves would be like eggs without salt. And especially a season when Dame Fashion is so exacting on the point of gloves and gowns match ing in color. And we all know how high in favor are browns, tans and greys. You’ll find these very shades in the first special that heads the list of gloves be low. A lucky find with Easter but two days off—specials, indeed, when these shades are hard to find at any price. Ladies’ 16-button Suede Kid Gloves, Trefousso make. Tan, brown, buff, white, black and grey. Ladies’ 12-button Suede Kid Gloves, Trefousse ' i make. White, black and grey. Ladies’ v 16-button glace kid Gloves, Trefousse make, in tan, brown, white, black, grey, light blue and pink. Ladies’ 16-button Suede lisle Gloves, in black or white, and all street colors. Pair 1.00 to 1.75 at 3.50 Ladies’ 16-button chamois skin Gloves. Natural and white; Gloves that will wash like a piece of linen. Pair 2.50 Ladies’ two-clasp silk' Gloves ,in black or white; Kayser make. at 50c and 75c Ladies, '16-button silk Glof es in black, white and all colors. , 1.50 to 2.00 Ladies’ two-clasp silk Gloves; Kayser make; in tan, brown, navy, black and white. Pair 1.00 Ladies’ 20-button silk Gloves; Kayser make, in light blue, pink, white and black. at 2.25 pair Chamberlin - Johnson - DuBose Co. RULER OF SIAM STARTS FOR EUROPE CHULALONGKORN. Bangkok. 81am, March 28.—Chula longkorn, king of Slam, started on a vl.lt to th. capitals of Europe on yes terday. INCREASE IN RATES Open Saturday 11:15 p. m. All Cars Direct or by Transfer. Washington, March 28.—The Inter' state commerce commission announces thst It hss been notified by the fol lowing railroads In Indian and Illinois that they have abandoned the purposed odvsnce of 10 cents s ton on coal from points In the two states to Chicago: The Chicago and Eastern Illinois, tha Evansville and Terre Haute, the In dianapolis Bouthern, the ClevMand, Cincinnati. Chicago and 8t. Louis, the Chicago, Indiana 'and Southern, the Pittsburg. Cincinnati. Chicago and 8t. Loqla, the Chicago, Indianapolis and Louisville, the Vandalla lines, the Southern Indiana and the Ulinoli Cen tral. Complaint against this advance was filed with the commission by Judge Wood, of the Indians railroad commis sion; John Mitchsll, president df the United Mine Workers of Amsrfca, and representative coal operators of Illinois and Indiana. The Interstate commerce commission lost no time In making ''certain suggestion'* to the railroads. TRIPLEX POV/ER PUMP8, DUNN MACHINERY CO. M Marietta Street. Atlanta, Gt. - Members of the Old Guard (Gate City Guard) will meet Friday evening at 8 o'clock In the New Kimball, room 104, for the purposo of planning for the Memorial Day parade. It seems probable that the guard will decide to turn out In force on Me morial Day and the committee, com posed of President J. H. Lumpkin. Treasurer F. J. Cooledge and Secretary Macon C. Sharp, will report fit the meeting Friday evening. If they do decide to turn out, they will attract a great deal of attention In tho Memorial Day parade. Some tlmo ago the flag of this company waa re turned and they will use It In the pa rade. • Plans for Memorial Day are going forward most satisfactorily under the direction of Colonel Burke, chief mar' shal; Orville Hall, chief of staff, and the committees of the Ladles' Me morial Association. The parade will be one of the most Imposing ever seen In Atlanta. In tha line will be the Fifth regiment, the Horse Guard, tha artillery, Ladles' Memorial Association, Confederate vet erans. Sons of Veterans, Old Gate City Ouard and probably the Boys' High School and boys from tne sixth grades of the public schools. EfTorts arc also being made to se cure the firemen for the parade. Mual will be furnished by the Fifth regl ment band and the firemen's drum corps. BALLARD BIFOCAL. Fair dealing and careful attention to each patient has made a reputation fer ua no other firm can claim in thta country. One visit to our store, 75 Peachtree street, will verify this state ment. Aak any one who has a pair of glasses that looks well and that they are well pleKsed with, where they came from. Invariably the answer will be: Walter Ballard Optical Company. WANTED AT ONCE TWO COLLECTORS; YOUNG MEN; MUST KNOW CITY. AD DRESS AT ONCE, B. X. L., OR. THE GEOR GIAN AND NEWS. ELECTRIC DRIVEN PUMP8, DUNN MACHINERY CO. 64 Marietta Street. Atlanta, Ga, THEN KILLED SELF Indiana Chief Executive’s Condition Due to Worry Over Legislation. Indianapolis, Ind., March 28.—Gov ernor Hanty la seriously III at his home In this city, which he reached today from the East, .where he had gone for rest. His physician lays he la suffer ing from nervous break-down and that he may be confined to his home for sev eral days. The governor’s condition Is due to worry over legislation which ho recom mends, but which the legislature re fuse* to enact. Ten days ago he went East, but when he started to retdrn Monday night, he was so III that he had to leave the train at Ptttsburg. O00000000O0O00000O000OOO0O o a O RAILROAD AND CREW O O HELD GUILTY FOR WRECK. O O O O Los Apgeles, Cal., March 28. O Special to The Georgian. Montgomery. Ala.. March 28.—Tes. terday afternoon William West, a well- known locomotive engineer employed by the Louisville and Nashville rail road, ahot T. 8. Frazier, an other well-known engineer employed by the same rood, and then blew out hla own brains. Tho tragedy took place on the corner of Dexter avenue and Perry streets, two of the moat prominent thoroughfares In the city, and many persons witnessed the deed. West mot Frailer and after a few words, pulled his pistol. Frasier run toward the street. West fired five times In quick succession, every bullet taking effect. After Frasier had fallen. West wnlked to him and putting the pistol near the head snapped, but there were no more cartridges In It. James Smith, a prominent Insurance O The coroner’s jury Investigating O <5 the cause of the collision between O O two Santa Fe passenger trains on O O the liuena Vista bridge last Sat- 0 0 urday night, which resulted In tho 0 0 death of five persons, has return- 0 0 cd a verdict finding Engineer 0 O Kelly and Conductor Humble of 0 0 disobeying orders and the 8anta 0 0 Fe guilty of neglect In not provld- O O log a proper- block system. 0 man, walked to West and told him he hod done enough, to put up the weapon. West began to back off with Smith following. “Jim. I know what I am doing,’’ replied West. He calmly un breached hla pistol, throning tha empty shells out. He reached his hands In his pocket and getting n handful of cartridges began to reload. He got three cartridges in the pistol. West was about the middle of the block In the street, when he deliberately raised the weapon to his head and pulled the trigger. It snapped the first time and he then took both hands and the pistol fired, blowing a large hols in his head. At 0 o'clock this morning Frazier was still living. Causa ef the Trouble. Frazier charged that while his train was near Greenville several months ago, near the train run by West, somo- one entered hla cab while he was ab sent and stole from hla pocket hook « diamond ring valued at 8325, 8285 In cash, a wntch chain valued at 865, sml several other articles. When he dis covered hie loss be Informed the police here to be on the lookout for It. A few days ago West was seen wearing a pin with a stotle about Ilka that of Fraxler. and Fraxler hnd him arrested, charglnx him with stealing It. . West stoutly denied his guilt nnd said that his wife gave him the stone, and said he could prove It at the trial. West was re leased on.a 8500 bond. It Is said the charge against him bad weighed heavily upon his mind and that he had threatened to kill Fra sier on sight. The triqj was set to hav. come up before Recorder Haber la about one hour after the shooting. 000O00000000000O0000000O0O If you see it in The Green it’s so. 3.00 Gloves at 1.98 2.75 Quality at 1.79