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The age-herald., 1898-05-21
Second Call for Volunteers.

A second call may be considered the best way to shorten the war, and restore peace, and quicken prosperity; and it is hoped in many sections that such call will not be apportioned to the states at all-that it will be a call for given number of troops from the United States without reference to state lines. No doubt the cooperation of state authorities would be desired, and commissions in regmental or company commands would of course come from those authorities
 But a general call would permit the &C., eeptance of regiments and companies in states that had a surplus desiring to serve after the first call had been filled. All who desire to volunteer could, under the propos- ed plan, gain an opportunity. without de- priving their state of credit on account of their patriotic action. The waiting list that would thus be absorbed would possi- bly be large enough to fill the call. In this list should be counted the cavalry enlist ments of this state Three regiments in Chicago are ready to go, and altogether there are enough ready to go to meet the needs of the government
 If there is to be second call, and if it should be issued in the form proposed, the government would doubtless accept all of- fers of service, without regard to locali- ty. First come first accepted" would doubtless be the rule. The desire to please and satisfy the national guard under the first call, kept many from entering the service who would come in under a general call.
 Since the first call was issued the war has broadened out. No one then thought that any troops would be needed in ths Philippines, although fully 2500O men will probably be sent there. How many men will be needed in Cuba Is uncertain, but all hope to see enough sent to make disaster and defeat impossible. Fully 10000 men will be needed in Porto Rico. The range of the war has been widened, and its possibilities in that direction are by no means exhaust ed
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
POINTED PARAGRAPHS.

From the Chicago News.
 Fools rush in where wise men rush out.
 You can't learn all from one-unless that one is a woman.
 True love forgives. but it is seldom ac- cused of forgetfulness.
 The less hair woman has the more time it takes her to arrange it.
 The average man is ready and willing to die for his country-of old age.
 A girl Is very much taken with bloomers when she is photographed in them.
 Economy sometimes leads to wealth, but usually the more economy the more cost.
 A lawyer minds his own business when he attends to the affairs of other people.
 When wheelman falls in love with wheelwoman it is merely bicycle attach ment.
 and mankind slides down it with consid- erables rapidity.
 A dog can say more with his tail in a minute than the average man can express with his mouth in a week.
 The terra cotta locks of the girl with wealthy father becomes auburn or golden as she grows older, but the red-headed boy remains red-headed until the end of the chapter.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
Rockford as a Mimic

Sir Charles Murray is made, in his mem- oirs, to tell this story about Rockford, au- thor of the once famous Vathek: Rockford and his daughter possessed extraordinary vocal gifts. The father took 1t into his head to 'practice in back room the shrill cry of a peacock" He had noticed that when one peacock screamed another on the opposite side of the house generally screamed in defiance" At last, believing himself proficient, The gave his peacock cry" hiding himself behind a tree.
 To his great delight the peacock on the opposite side of the lawn screamed de- fiantly. Immediately after this, which oc- cured just before breakfast, he came into the breakfast room, scaying with triumph to his daughter:
 ..And Susan, the other peacock answer ed mei'
 To his great annoyance instead of con- graduating him on his success, his daugh- ter only burst into a loud fit of laughter. Rather provoked at this. he said:
 ''Well. think you might have congratu- lated me-
 And then, though still hardly able to speak for laughter, she said:
 ''Why, papa, was the peacock that an- swered you!"
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
THE MATANZAS MULE.

From the Cleveland Plain Dealer. All hail the sailors brave and cool Of Dewey's bold fiotilla; For Spain has lost another mule Away off in Manila. A piece of shell took off his tail,
 He grinned the shattered bomb at, ''It is our fieet,' he said, that meet The foe in brilliant combat" A solid shot took off his ears:
 He smiled smile of mystery. And said, .'Thls will turn out a
 Brilliant page in Spanish history" His larboard legs were shot away,
 Yet still with a smile sarcastic. 'I am not mad he said, Tor sad; I'm just enthusiastic.' Another shot! What fragments those That Uttered up the bay so? That mule so coy just died of joy The Spanish papers say SO.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
The Birminaham Amendment.

The people of this city should begin a persistent agitation fin favor of the amend ment providing for a special tax of one-half of per cent, to be applied to the payment of interest and principal of the bonded debt of the city. The credit and good name of the city is at stake. The support of its school system on a satisfactory basis is even involved For if money needed for schools must be applied to the bonded debt, the children of the city will be the real sufferers.
 The need of the amendment is, however. too plain for argument. All concede the need of it. The difficulty consists in pro- curing an affirmative vote of a majority who vote at the general election of next August.
 The people of Birmingham should resolve themselves at once into propaganda de- voted to the Birmingham amendment. Let every commercial traveller, every railroad man, every merchant, broker or politician who has business relations with voters in other counties of the state, take the matter In hand. Let every one who writes letter to an Alabama man add this clause: "Re- member the Birmingham amendment" Push the az ation into every nook and corner of the state, for all are to pass upon It in August
 The probate judges will presumably pre- pare official ballots that are not defective; and if they do, the work of the voter in connection with the proposed amendment will be simplfied. If he is not prepared to say that Birmingham shall not have right to pay its debts, then all will be well. But do not assume that he will not say as much and act accordingly; for there are men in the state who will oppose increased taxation, regardless of objects or locality. Work in its favor is therefore needed. Agi- tate the question. Join the propaganda. Be a propagandist. Put 1t In your letters, be they of a business or personal nature Keep the words, "For Birmingham amend ment," before the people. Ask them to let the words stay on the official ballots they cast in August,
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
The Elusive Cruisers.

The Spanish fleet is not in the Caribbean sea on a fools errand. It presumably came to discharge duty. That duty, 1t is now the Oregon, much less upon Sampson or Schley. It came to convoy ships laden with supplies for the Spanish army in Cuba, and it has secured, or will secure landing of such supplies at some Cuban port. Spain naturally desires to succor her army in Cuba and she is certainly anxious to have the world think she has not de- serted her troops in that island.
 Admiral sampson's task is not without precedent. The fact will be readily rel called that Nelson spent weeks. and even months in trying to find the French fleet In the Mediterranean, fearing all the time the English coast, while he was hunting for them in the Mediterranean. So he sailed up and down that great inland sea, and across 1t in pursuance of rumors. hunting everywhere for a fleet that was not hunting for him. He found it at last, and the Battle of the Nile is the rest of the story.
 The elusive fleet of the Caribbean sea is faster than Sampson's fleet. but out of the entire navy a fleet is being organized that approaches the Spanish fleet in speed while it exceeds it in strength. The re- organized fleet will hunt for Admiral Cervera. and if he staye in the Caribbean sea long enough it will find him. as Nelson found the French ships The needs for repairs, for food. as well as for coal. will limit the action of the Spanish fleet. and will promote Admiral Sampson's search for 1t.
 It is to be hoped that the government will entrust that part of the job to Ad- miral Sampson, knowing that he will give the Spanish cruisers work enugh to keep them occupied fin the noble art of dodging. This will leave Captain Schley free for action in conveying trans ports and supplies to landing place In Cuba. The Spanish cruisers lose their i'm portance if the Havana movement be carried steadily forward without check or < interruption, of any kind. There Is no rea- son whatever for staying the Havana movement on account of the presence in American waters of four cruisers that will
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
The States Quota.

The Age-Hera1d once more appeals to patriotic men in every part of the state to take hold of the work of filling the states quota Twenty-one states, including Geor- gia, Texas and West Virginia, have fur hished their respective quotas, and their men are mustered in, and are fast becom- ing efficient and trained soldiers. Perhaps 1000 men have been mustered in under the recent call of the president.
 There is a great danger that Alabama will be at the tail end of the magnificent procession of troops now marching to Chickamauga and Tampa and other great camps-really to Havana. The North Ala bama regiment is practically filled. This issue of The Age-Herald should carry to the people the welcome news of its com pletion and mastering in. But the Second regiment lacks hundreds of men. Surely there is no lack of war spirit no lack of patriotism, in the state. No state was prouder of Admiral Dewey's victory. No state has exceeded Alabama in the past when calls for soldiers were issued.
 The record of the state must be main- tained, but to do this there must be action in every one of the sixty-six counties of the state. Some counties have not sent man. Let every county wake up. Let meeting be called in every court house. The states fair name is at stake. The country needs troops. One of the great camps of the country is in Mobile. The object of the war Is the freedom of an island that com- The very freedom the state from wasting epidemics is tied up in the struggle. Let the state wake up. Shall the task that be- longs to Alabama be put upon Mississippi or Tennessee or some other state. to Ala bama's shame and confusion? Never.
 Get together at each court house. As fast as five men are enlisted, apply through the nearest railroad agent for transporta- ton, and let the men who have enlisted go at once to Mobile. The Second regiment must be rapidly filled up, and so must the companies De that are HeSuSu to iouiiu oNt and complete the states quota.
 The proposed resort to conscription in Alabama should be hooted down. No such remedy will be needed. When Uncle Sam needs troops to drive tn Spaniards out of AmeEca, and avenge the Maine, Alabama will not be found lacking. The lack of re- cruits has arisen in part from an unneces- sarily rigid inspection. and in part from statements that enough men had been en- listed, and that no more would be ac- cepted Let it be made known in every county that more men are wanted. Let the fact be made known through public meet ings and public efforts. Alabama's reputa- ton for patriotism must be maintained.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
Dewey ns a Disciplinarian

'I was with Admiral Dewey when he was the executive officer of the Colorado" said a financier, land I remember one in cident which shows the manner of man he is. We had a fine crew, some of them as of them went ashore one day and came back fighting drunk, says the Philadelphia Press.
 '"Three of them were men who would singly have been more than a matchc in strength for John l.. Sullivan. The order was given to put them in irons, and it was found impossible to carry out the order for the men were dangerous. Dewey was notified of the situation. He was writing a letter in his room at the time.
 ''He went to the place where these giants were and he told them to come out and submit to the irons. They did not stir. Then Dewey said quietly to an orderly: Bring me my revolvers And when he had his pistols he again called upon the men to come out and they did not move. Then he said: am going to count three, if yo are not out here with your hands held up on the third count you won't come out Of that place alive
 "He counted one, then he cooked the re- volvers, and he counted two. We all ex- pected to hear the report, for we knew that Dewey meant what he said. The men knew it too. They stepped out just in time to save their lives and held up their hands, and they had been partially sobered by their fright and the moral effect of Dewey's glance.
 "One of them said afterward that when he saw Dewey's eyes he knew that he would either be a dead jackey in mo- ment or he would have to yield and when the irons were put upon him he was as sober as he ever was in his life. Dewey went back to his room and finished the letter he was writing"
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
Gcn. Whe eler.s Modessx

From the time that General Wheeler's nomination was forwarded to the senate he did not make his appearance at the house. This was disappointment to his colleagues who had planned for him grand recep- tion. As soon as the appointment became known, the sergeant-at-arms took up a collection for the purchase of small flags. These were duly secured and widely dis tributed among democrats. republicans and popuists. The purpose was, when the agile general of volunteers came upon the floor, to flash out the multitude of flags at him as a patriotic ovation.
 Whether General Wheeler was informed Of this, and, because of his modesty, kept far aloof from the legislative chamber. where he has served so long, Is not known. He did not, however. forget the members of the house. for, before taking up his off,
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
IT INSPIRES TO RHYTHM.
w. T. Heaton in Parkersburg News

W. T, NeWS.
 That ocean-guarded flag of light, forever may it fly! It flashed OCT Monmouths s bloody fight, and lit McHenry's sky It bears upon its folds of flame to earth's remotest wave, the names of men whose deeds of fame shall e'er inspire the brave. Ships have crashed and guns have pealed beneath its radiant glow. but never did that ensign yield it's honor to the foe! Its fame shall march with marital tread down ages yet to be, to guard those stars that never paled in fight on land or sea. Its stripes of red eternal dyed with heart- streams of all the lands. it's white the snow-capped hills that hide in storm the up-raised hands; its blue the ocean waves that beat round Freedoms happy shore its stars, the print of angels feet that shine forevermore! Z
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
roRAKtR WOULD RETURN THE FLAGS.

From the Cincinnati Commercial-Trib
 Senator Foraker is in favor of return ing to the south the Confederate flags cap tured in battle by the union troops during the war. In statement from him upon the subject he says: "I think it would be a good thing at this time to return the Confederate battle flags if our brethren in the south want them back. The return of the flags, in my judgment, is a matter that depends much upon the propriety att tending the return. and who does 1t. The circumstances are very different now from what they were when MT. Cleveland pro- posed to return them. I must say that I have not heard much discussion of the subject. but I most certainly have no ob- jection. In fact, I think it would be good thing to give them all back
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
The Stnrv nfI,resca.

The Baron de Bresca, Colonel of Ber- saglieri. who was so dangerously wound ed the other day in the sanguinary street fights with the mob at Milan, is a. mem Der of that old Genoese family which for the past three hundred years has enjoyed the monopoly of furnishing all the palms that are used by the churches in Rome on Palm Sunday, the palms being con- signed in the first place to the Vatican, whence they are distributed to the various churches and basilicas.
 The way in which the monopoly was granted is interesting. During the ponti- ficate of Pope Sixtus V. the immense obe- fisk on the Piazza San Pietro was erected by the primitive expedient of hauling it into a vertical position by means of ropes. As it was feared that the slightest sound might distract the workmen a papal edict was issued prescribing the penalty while the undertaking was in progress.
 The work of hauling the heavy monu- ment into position, therefore, went on in perfect silence. But in spite of the efforts of the workmen, the ropes, although strain ed to the breaking point, refused to act on the pulleys. Seing the danger a sailor in the crowd named Bresca became so much excited that, forgetful of the edict, he shouted out:
 Wet the ropes, you fools"
 Water was brought and the ropes once damp quickly wrought the obelisk into it's place.
 sBresca was arrested for having disobeyed the papal edict, and was about to be put to death when the Pope happened to hear about the affair. He immediately ordered the mans release and instead of punish- ing him, granted him in perpetuity the monopoly of furnishing to the Vatican the palms used in the Roman churches on Palm Sunday. This monopoly the Bresca family still retains to this day.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
SHORT STORIES
 OF THE DAY.
Starting the Presidential Bee to BuzzIng
 About Gen. Lee.

Starting the Presidential Bee to Buzzing
 About Gen. Lee.
 When General Fitz Lee, upon his re- turn to the capital from Cuba, made his off-hand little speech to the crowd that assembled around his hotel, he alluded pleasantly to the gratifying union" of New York and Virginia. by referring to the presence of the band that came over here for the occasion from New York city. A New York man who now makes his homo in Washington, and who recently married a pretty Virginia glrb WAS with his wife in the crowd of citizens informally received by General Lee after the ovation, says the Washington Post. When the New York man drew near to the Consul General, he took his bIushing wife by the hand and, leading her up to the distinguished Vir- ginian, said:
 General Lee, you see before you union of New York and Virginia"
 General Lee extended his hand to the bride pleasantly, and inquired:
 And the Virginia party to the union?'
 "It looks to me as if you are now squeez- ing her hand, sir said the husband.
 ''Um-I might have known that-I mean. that the lady is the representative from the southland" replied the consul general, gallantiy.
 You're a diplomat, all right enough. sir" said the husband. 'I notice that you took pains to make your inquiry be- fore you passed your compliment
 My boy" answered General Lee, have you ever heard the maxim that it's better to be right than to be president?"
 That's what tAss,~ was yile quick re- ply. You're one of them now; later on you'll be both"
 The consul general blushed modestly. and the mated representatives of New York and Virginia passed on.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
GEN. FITZHUGH LEE AND THE MASONS. From the Baltimore Sun.

rTOm tIe IodltiLloic pun.
 It is understood from officials high In Masonic circles in Richmond. Va, that there has been a plan on foot to make General Fitzhugh Lee member of the Grand Lodge without undergoing the usual preliminaries, but the distinguished soldier, when approached in regard to the subject said, while he appreciated the honor. he would prefer being properly initiated Grand Master Duke authorized one of the highest officers of the lodge to say to General Lee that he would make him a Mason ''at sight," a prerogative which he has the right to exercise, but which has never been. done in the case of any one except the Prince of Wales. The general in his harty, outspoken manner. said: "I appreciate the honor intended. but do not think it would be treating the rest of the fraternity just right. hope to be a Ma son some day, but wish to ride the billy goat just like all the other Masons have done. If should get in through the Grand Masters side door many of my Masonic friends might comment"
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
THE SOLDIERS. NATIONS.
From the Boston Transcript.

From the Boston Transcript.
 In the civil war the healthiest and tough est soldiers were those who lived on army rations. while the great majority of those who died of intestinal diseases were flyers on sutler's canned stuff. As the army ra- tions are well fitted for toughening the men who live upon them, without injury to the digestive organs. the sooner one becomes habituated to them the better.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21

not even fight and run away. They will not fight at all. They declined battle with the Oregon. skulking. not fighting is their part; and if they are here to cover the landing of supplies. their non-fghting policy is commendable and intellible.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
IN HOTEL LOBBIES
 AND ELSEWHERE

The scene was in one of the big Birm- ingham cafes, a n d the occasion was that of a very elaborate dinner being given by two club men of the city to a number of young ladies, and to some of their fellow club men.
 The gentleman hay ing the arrangements in charge, had work
The age-herald., 1898-05-21

The people are inqa.rirg why eleven members of the house of representatives voted against trusting them when the pro- position to elect United States senators by direct vote was acted upon.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
WOULD BRIGHTEN AWAY ONE.

From the Atchison Globe.
 We heard a man complaining because the American and Spansh fleets are :slow in getting together" If a man was look ing for you with gun having a bore of thirteen inches and fifty feet long, wouldn't you be rather timid in letting him find you?
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
Saw Him Fed

From Sketch.
 She-Did you stay long in Venice?
 He-Only couple of days, but I saw everything worth seeing.
 She-Reallyi Then you saw the lion of St. Marks s, supposei
 He-Rather. Saw him fed. (And tse con versation Tagged
The age-herald., 1898-05-21

Holland is an up-to-date country. She makes any violation of her neutrality pro- elamahon a penitentiary offense. The of fender may be sent to the pen for six years.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
MISS cIsNEROs AND GEN. LEES SON.

From the Boston Post.
 Rumor has it that Miss Evangelina Cis' neros, the rescued Cuban girl, now. tho guest of Mrs. Fitzhugh Lee in Richmond may become the future bride of young Lee who is most assiduous in his attentions.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21

commissary department that cannot start supplies to Admiral Deweys small force in three weeks time should be given a vacation until peace comes again.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21

The politicians are now trying to oust the United States consul at Gibraltar, who has been there for fifty yars They are shock d by such an exhibition of sense in politics.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
RUNNING GREAT RISKS FOR NE,

From the Detroit Free Press.
 The only way Spanish gunboats in the Pacific can hear what has happened to Montejo's fleet at the Philippines is by going into Manila bay and getting cap tured.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21
JOSEPH WHEELER.
 The Arlington,
 Washington, D. c.

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 On the other side was neatly inscribed the following: q regret that I was unable to call upon you in person, and thank you for your many kndnesses in the past, but my urgent orders made this impossible"
The age-herald., 1898-05-21

The country, needs a new secretary of war; who can grasp the situation and pro- vide for and against emergencies. The Michigan lumberman is out of place.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21

The Galveston News. from the depth of its experience, declares that every man feels better after he has ho:sted flag over his house. But his conscience will not be wholly quiet unless he is registered. and has clean backyard.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21

From the Roanoke Leader.
 The Birmingham Age-Heraid IS an en- terprsing paper and we like it.
The age-herald., 1898-05-21

If Spain has any ships that are better than skullers. she should put them in tacse fleets that she says are about to sail.