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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-08-24

Miss Baker began to cry for help. Finally pr. David B. Downing of Detroit was attracted by the shouts He helped the trio to safety just as Miss Baker said she was about to give up hope. Miss Baker lives in Cincinnati.
 Little Rock, Ark. August 2S.--Rela- lives of Mir and Mrs. Patrick Craw- ford today received messages describ- ing their experience at Ludington, Mich, where their lives were saved by d 17-year-old girl, Miss Margaret Ba- ker, yesterday. The Crawfords ex- pect to return home shortly. They are prominent here.
 Miss Baker mentioned in the fore going dispatch is frequent visitor to Birmingham MT. and Mrs. Baker have a summer home at burlington, Mich, where the former Miss Baker acted the heroine yesterday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-08-24
RAY NOMINATION
 SENT ID THE SENATE
Other Names Are Offered. Baldwin May Head New
 Commerce Bureau

Washington, August 23.-The President sent to the Senate today the nomination or Mai Beecher Ray to be deputy paymaster general with the rank of lieutenant col onel. Major Rays alleged political ac- tivitv In 1908 and other of his acts while in the army have been the subject or a congressional investigation. Major Ray is in direct line for promotion under the law. President Taft has long delayed h,s nomination, awaiting a report of the congressional committee hearing charges against him. The President and Secretary sr;mson determined to send the nomina- ton and leave its disposition to the upper branch of Congress.
 Washington, August 23.-President Taft today sent to the Senate the nomination of A. H, Baldwin of Connecticut. to be chief of the new bureau of domestic and foreign commerce. which Is a consoida- tion bv Congress of the bureau of man. ufacturers and the bureau of statistics In inc department of commerce and labor. Mir. Baldwin was formerly chief Of the bureau of manufactures.
 oscar P. Austin of the District of Columbia, formerly chief Of the bu- reau of statistics, and Etherd A. Brand, formerly assistant chief of the bureau of manufactures, were nominated as- sistant chiefs of the new bureau.
 The President also nominated Chan dIer P Anderson of New York as coun- sellor of the state department. MT An derson has held that position for more than year under appointment by Sec retary Knox.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-08-24

Washington. August 23.-Senator Sutherland today urged President Taft to appoint Arthur F. Holder of the board of the American Fed ration of Labor a member of the in dustrial commission recently author ized by Congress The President signed the industrial commission bill today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-08-24

E. c. HORTON. Local Forecaster.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-08-24

The remains of Marshall McGhee, age thirty-two years, who died at the Robin son hospital yesterday, after an illness of typhoid fever, were shipped to his old home at Oliver Springs, Tennessee, by Kennedy's sons. MT. McGhee was employed at the Woodward furnace and lived at Dolomite.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-08-24

The following local Knights of Pythias went to Birmingham last night to at tend the fifteenth semi-annual conven- ton of the Third District Pythians: T. w. Patton. John Phelps. B. Clay Jones. R. H. AIullens. T. E. Adams, D. B. Bar nett, P. F. Diffley, E. l.. Ashbury. C. T.. Cooke, k. R. Fountain, E. F. Johnson, R. T. Smith. E. L. Huey. E. A. Tubb ard Edward Pell.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
Home for Orphaned Girls

''To the person who signs herself 'Vir- ginia M. e.: My home is in Thomasville- yille Ga, and there is a splendid home and school there for orphaned girls. It is called the Vashti home They take girls from 10 to IS and from any part of the United States. It is supported by the Methodist conference and private do- nations from the townspeople, who are very liberal. Most of the girls are taken care of entirely by the school I do not know what their rules are, but l know one girl who sent her little sister there and paid $ a month for her board and tui- ton. She intended to send her to college after she had finished her education, as they did not have money enough for both to go to college at the same time. There are about 50 girls at this 'Vashti home,
 and each girl has her own little private room. The aim of the school is to pro- tect girls from temptations of the world and make useful Christian women of them, fitted to make their own living. [ should be glad to answer any question, as my own motive for this letter is my love for orphaned girls. MRS. M. J. A"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12

In five wears, Fifth avenue has under gone such a complete transformation, notes a New York exchange, that it ap- pears absolutely like foreign thorough fare and it has lost nearly all the charac- teristics which made it distinctive, A few churches and clubhouses and about 60 private residences-if that-remain in the long stretch between Fourteenth street and the plaza at Central park. Ever since the Fifth Avenue" as it was known a little more than half century ago was the home of fashion, the holiday time found it filled with tokens of the sea- son. In the windows of dwellings and clubhouses were green wreaths tied with great bows of crimson and there was a crush of equipages, and on Christmas Eve itself, the we'll known liveries of prominent families were easily recognized, as carriage after carriage passed on an expedition of Christmas present leaving at the homes of those who dwelt on or near the great thoroughfare. A revolution has swept away the stoops and the street is wider It is still the home of fashion, but it is all show windows of splendid shops with a wonderful display of beauti- ful things in which to invest. The fash ionable clubs have dwindled to four and the Calumet once comparatively uptown, is now on the lower boundary of the shop ping district, and it is soon to move to more commodious quarters The shops have overfiowed into the side streets and the thoroughfare itself needs mounted traffic policemen at each block with its jams of motor vehicles in two compara- lively endless processions. There are res taurants now on Fifth avenue, once sacred to fashionable hotels, Delmonico's and SherrN,s.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12

!, chicken, and the not to be estimated pleasure and diversion of watching and
 caring for the little things"
 How do the chickens feel about you? Do they know you, and are they
 really weak in intelligence? You often hear people spoken of as chicken
 brained.' I don't know whether that is a compliment or not" l suggested.
 My chickens are very gentle; they know me, and 1 am learning them
 more and more daily, acting upon the knowledge gained from experience.
 am getting results of which I am proud. It is truly astonishing what can be developed, just a little thought of their care and feeding, especially during the
 cold winter months, which seemingly brings forth appreciation on their part of the most substantial sort" said he.
 And are they choice as to their menu@' l asked
 The feeding question Is one of widely different opinion. Every fancier will give you his bill of fare, and they are as different as those found iu ihotels-just as good, just as indifferent
 and just as bad. Ascertain what they will eat readily, greedily, and you will learn the different feeds they will en- joy and the daily or weekly diet can be varied accordingly MT. Goldsmith said in conclusion.
 My yard is we'll drained, pens dry.
 and filled with alfalfa hay; roost and nest houses warm, clean, well venti- lated and fairly lighted.
 "A little spare space; start with a few high class birds, kinder keep an eye on them. and believe me- you will receive many surprises as to the won derful efficiency of the HEN"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
10 HOUR LABOR CASE IN SUPREME. COURT Suggestion of Error Argued By Attorneys OppOs-
 ing Enforcement

Jackson, Miss, December 11.-(SpecialJ suggestion of error was argued in the 10 hour labor case before the supreme court Tuesday, a number of prominent at torneys appearing for the sawmill oper- ators and others who are opposing the enforcement of the law on the ground that it is unconstitutional and for other reas- ons. The style of this case is the New man Lumber company wis. the state, and it will be a test that will settle an inter- esting controversy for many varied indus tries especially lumber mills, oil mills and other large employers sof labor.
 Because of the decision of the supreme court holding the law constitutional two or three weeks ago few oil mills have shut down, claiming they could not afford to employ three shifts to keep their ma chinery running, and at the same time pay their laborers living wages
 Assistant Attorney General Johnston ap- peared for the state, Ex-Chief Justice Whitfield. Marcellus Green, MT. Travis and others for the mills.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
MUSIC STUDY
 CLUB PROGRAMME

regular meeting of the Music Study club will be held this morning at Clark X Jones' hall at 10:30
 The programme will consist entirely of the music of Code, the foremost composer Of Denmark, the items to be as follows: Leader, Mrs. M. w. Mayes.
 Talk, Mrs. s. J. Foster.
 Piano, Scotch Overture, "In the High lands" Mrs. Robert Newman and Mrs. w. Jordan.
 Piano, Tn the Woods" Op. Al; Bar oarolle, Op. 19, No. 5; Schergo. Op. 19, No g. Mrs. Charles F. Bowman.
 Song, Farewell, Dearest Gretchen, Miss Annie l.. Wood.
 Song, They Softly Sleep, from The Cru saders, Mrs Ghechowski.
 Piano. Spring Flowers, Mrs. John Chis- holm.
 Vocal duet, Lightly Borne on Music s Wing, Miss Heizer and Miss Taul.
 Chorus. Approach of Spring, Miss Flor ence Westbrook, Miss Clara Westbrook, Miss Jeane Taul, Miss Margaret Smith.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
A CHRISTMAS PARTY
 GIVEN IN MOBILE

The heart party given in Mobile the other evening by Dr. and Mrs. Scale Harris, both of whom are delightfully known in this city, entered into the true spirit of Christmas, for not only in the popular details, wherein poinsettia and holly were evident, but in the scoring, where the hostess charitably and prac- tically made use of the Red Cross seal, was the real notion of Christmas predomi- nant. Miss Mollie Blount, who was one of the honorees, is remembered as the pretty and attractive guest of Miss Vir- ginia Abbott. The Mobile Register notes the Harris party thus:
 The Government street home of pr. and Mrs. Scale Harris was bright with a large and representative gathering of so- ciety last evening which they enter tained at a progressive heart party at S o'clock in compliment to their house guests, Miss Wilella Rainer of union Springs, who enjoyed the pleasure of re- newing her acquaintance with friends she had met on previous visits, and Miss Molie Blount of Pensacola, one of the seasons debutantes, who was introduced to them in this charming way.
 The library, dining room and recep- tion hall, all thrown into one, was the scene of an animated fray, between the two sexes, and the Christmas green and the rich crimson blooms suggestive of the ui6llut StdSDil lbl Oni9 lpiiiicu dtli at1iN V decorations for the home, but the framing -ofsa picture as lovely as it was bright, the girls looking unusually lovely in their dainty evening toilets. Hearts, which has been a favored game this season, both with the brides and the debutantes, was given an added zest with the couples progressing.
 The score cards carried out the Christ mas motif. being the bright poinsettias for the girls and Santa Claus for the men. The scoring was done with Red Cross seals, the hostess, who is an interested worker in the tuberculosis campaign, proving her loyalty to the cause by choosing them to score with.
 At the conclusion of the games the cards were removed and around the same little tables where the participants had warred few minutes previous, they made peace while partaxing of a delicious salad course and punch.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
ALLEGED MURDERER
 CAUGHT IN ATHENS

Athens, December r. Clarence Polk, a negro who shot and killed his wife at Carter's Creek, Tenn, last August and for whose arrest the governor of Tennessee had offered a $250 reward, was caught in this place this morning. He went to the boarding car of the Louisville and Nashville road and asked for something to eat which led to his arrest as he was known by the cook. He was painfully shot before his capture was effected.
 The negro does not deny his guilt and will return without requisition. The shooting, which occurred on the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12

hostesses, so the conditions surround ing the party were the happiest
 On the dining table around which the party met for coffee Richmond roses and crimson candles topped with bright red shades were arranged ferns to produce clever effect. A tempting luncheon followed the game series. The guests included: Mrs. Fairchild, Mrs. Love. Mrs Henry Howze, Mrs. Bruce Brewer, Mrs. L. W Collier, Mrs. Norborne Cooke, Mrs. Henry Gray Mrs Hubert Drennen, Mrs Eugene Brown, Mrs. Ned Durham, Jr, Mrs. Fred Phil lips, Mrs. Solon Jacobs. Mrs. Felix Drennen, Mrs. Walter Phillips, Mrs Charles De Bardeleben, Mrs. Frank Fowlkes, Mrs. Thomas Ellis and Miss Fannie May Howell of Nashville. Af- ter the game a few friends were in- vited to have tea. They were: Mrs. Paschal Shook Mrs. William. Jordan Mrs. A. w. Nelson, Miss Lynn and Mrs EXunl.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
Studio.

Being a chicken. I've discovered during the classy Poultry Show that is being held in Birmingham this week is not by any means the simple thing that 1t used to be in days gone by, for there are 'sys tems'' to be followed world without end in the raising of them nowadays.
 No longer is just a little old corner of the lot fenced off and an old box filled with straw fixed for the 'clucking hen, while Nature does the rest.
 No indeed things have changed
 People who have caught ''Chickenitis' spend time and money and energy on chickens, and the REAL chicken fiend raises fiocks scientifically, if you please, in these parlous days.
 When they talk about "Orpingtons" and Rhode Island Reds' you think they've discovered a new beauty Doctor" and are greatly surprised to hear that 'Or- pington" means merely those lovely, big. fat chickens with snow white feet and pretty figures, and not breakfast food'' or a New Thought cult at all.
 Another thing, it doesn't take acres and acres of ground on which to raise chick
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
A LUNCHEON
 FOR MISS EPPES

Miss Florence Eppes of Dayton, the guest of Miss Frances Macon, was the honoree at luncheon given yesterday by Mrs. H. W. Woods. The table was beautiful with it's bright Christmas trimmings of poinsettias and red shaded candles. After delicious i've course luncheon the party was enter tained at the Majestic by Miss Ger trude Wood In the party were Miss Eppes, Miss Macon, Miss Annie Lou Wood and Miss Gertrude Wood
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12

resting, productive chickens. An anna teur at the game, for l only ventured upon my experiment. during the month of November, 1911. I of course went through all the poultry books at hand. talked with fellow chicken bugs, and visited many yards of friends. From these I gained the very valuable in formation that chickens is chickens, and each individual particularly en- thusiastic as to the merits of his strain. I was in a dilemma to my selection when my good friend Col. Frank V. Tilford of Cullman solved the question with his present of 12 ebautiful, true-marked Buff Op- pingtons, a good strain for the carmine covered hills of Red mountain"
 Just what space have you in which to raise your chickens?" I asked.
 My run" said MT. Goldsmith, 'is 16x50 pens, and roost houses SxS. In this small space l matched under hens 130 chickens during the months of February and MarcD getting S4 per cent result, and having unusual good luck in raising my chickens. The win ter months give an ample, even a sur plus of eggs; Just a little care and q small outlay yields splendid results as an investment, besides affording the today table egg, and the delights or
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
Steamed Bread Pudding

one pint of bread crumbs, one-halt cup or molasses, one-haf cup seeded raislns' one-half teaspoonful of baking soda dis solved in cup of hot water. Mix well and steam for an hour. Serve with a sauce made of one-half cup of sugar, one tablespoonful of butter, and one beaten egg. Whip all together and flavor as de- sired. This pudding may, of course, be served with any other sauce made of one half cup of sugar, one tablespoonful of butter and one beaten egg. Whip all to- gether and flavor as desired. This pud- ding may, of course, be served with any other sauce desired.-Kindness of Mrs. J. l.. M
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12

Mrs. Charles G. Davis (Florre Roden) is expected after Christmas to visit Bir- mingham friends and relatives. She has not returned to her old home from Silver Plume, Colo, where, with MT. Davis and her children, she is temporarily residing, since last fall and news of her coming will be a matter of distinct pleasure to the many people who know her as the sun nest, most warm hearted of southern women.
 l A letter from her a few days ago re- l ferred, in her sparkling fashion, to her | home life in the west. ''I am staying here during Mr. Davis absence. He has been called to the bedside of his mother, who is i'll at the home of his sister, Mrs. Corn wall in Englewood, N. J. I did not go with him, as l knew I could do no good, and I wouldn't go to hotel in Denver without him. So I am here in my little home way up in the mountains. l love 1t here because, though it is lonesome, it is not nearly so much so as a big city, where one knows only a few people. My little boy loves his old clothes and his freedom, so hates the hotel where he gets washed so much and dey makes me be dressed up so clean Everyone there is lovely to us; they will do anything for you; it is lovely place, but few weeks at time is enough"
  ly a popular Birmingham girl, was in the city few hours Monday with friends. She has been In Tuscaloosa the past week visiting relatives.
 MT. J. D. Moore, Jr will return on the 21st from the University of Wiscon- sin to spend the holidays with his parents, MT. and Mrs. J. D. Moore. Nrc Jones and little Miss Edna. Moore Jones of Newman, Ga, will be the guests of MT. and Mrs. J. D. Moore for the holidays.
 Mrs. c. J. Meriweather is visiting Mrs. T. G. Bush on Highland avenue. | Miss Lillie Lee of Montgomery will ar rive today to be with Mrs. l.. w. Jones on Mountain avenue as the guest of Miss Rosalind Sayre.
 Miss Katherine Terhune of New York will spend the Christmas holidays with Miss Bland Tomlinson,
 l MT. Lee Bradley, MT. Crawford, MT. Frank Nelson and Mir. Ben Moore win arrive on the Fist from Laurenceville.
 The friends of Master Micajah Wood l Impton, the little son of MT. and Mrs. Frank A. Lupton, will be glad to know that he is recovering from his illness. l Miss Rebecca Thornton, Miss Marguerite 1 Nabers and Miss Louise Freeman will he here from Ogontz in few days to spend the holidays.
 l Mrs. John B. Oates and little Miss Vera Webb Oates of Charlotte. N. C., are the guests of Mir and Mrs. George M. Webb at Mountain Terrace.
 Miss Frances Williams arrived Tuesday from the University of Alabama. She will be maid of honor for Miss Willie May Breeding, whose marriage to MT Robert Neil Bell will be Thursday at 7:30. | MT. Theo Nelson will leave Monday for Nashville to attend the debut ball of Miss Marie Howell
 | Mrs. w. A. Davis of Anniston is the guest of her sister, Mrs. ]. A. Sylvester.
 Mrs. Llewellyn Davis of Trinidad, Colo, is critically i'll and her mother, Mrs. Evens of this city. was called yesterday to her bedside. Mrs. Davis is remem- bered as the beautiful Sallie Evens of Bir- mngham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
FORMAL ELECTION AT JACKSON TUESDAY Fourth Held Incident to Put ting Commission Form
 Into Effect

Jackson, Miss, December 11.-(Special.) Tuesday was election day in Jackson the fourth election incident to putting into effect the commission form of govern ment. The first election was to decide whether or not Jackson wanted the change, and the affirmative carried by a large majority; the next was the first primary for candidates, when s. J. Taylor was nominated for mayor-commissioner the third election nominated R. NJ. Taylor and Herbert Spengler for commissioners, and the fourth is the regular election at which the above named gentlemen were the only candidates. No interest was taken, there being no opposition, and the election was a mere matter of form. The commissioners assume the reins of gov ernment January l.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
SOME HOLIDAY INCIDENTS
 OF LOCAL SOCIAL MOMENT
Mrs Smith and Mrs Stephen Smith IT, Give Reception. Mrs Crawford Johnsons Card Party for VsitorsA Quiet Wedding-Bazars- Incidents of the Season.
 Announcements Personal Notes
Fly MYRTLE MILES

of great enjoyment These charming matrons will be assisted by Mrs. G, Rotholz, Mrs. R. Fries, Mrs. Irving F'ies, Mrs. Ralph Fies, Miss Mona Hill- CT and Miss Estelle Slaughter. The entertainment will be held in the ball room and later a Dutch supper will be served in the rathskeller. Dancing will conclude the evenings festivities. Those who have not already procured tickets can obtain them at the club Thursday evening. The ball room doors will be opened promptly at o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
CONRADI FREED
 OF BLACKMAILING

New Orleans, December 11-Joseph Conradi, the St. Louis architect charged with blackmailing Father Stenmans several years ago, twice convicted but relieved when the supreme court re versed the findings, was freed from custody yesterday and with Mrs. Con radi returned to St Louis. He was re- leased on his own bond. The case is considered closed The charge had its origin in the erection of a church here, a dispute over payments resulting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
Pumpkin Cake

Six eggs we'll beaten, two seant cups of sugar, two scant cups of flour, one cup of butter, one cup of cream, half of a small pumpkin, boiled soft and rubbed through a colander, then set aside until cold. Mix all these ingredients as for any other cake, flavor to taste with ground ginger and nutmeg and last of all beat in two teaspoonfuls of baking powder. Bake in a moderate oven for two hours.-Kind- ness of A L. s.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
BAZAAR AND DINNER
 PARISH HOUSE. THE ADVENT

The annual bazar of St. Agnes Guild is being conducted by coterie of ar dent members of the Guild in the par ish house Church of the Advent Ho1- iday gifts of many varieties are on sale and the patronage of the congrega- tion and their friends is earnestly so
 licited. A good dinner is served today at noon and the dinners of St. Agnes Guild enjoy fame among judges of culinary art They are highly recom- mended by all who have tried them.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
Recine for Bran Gems

This is for B. " who asked for a recipe for bran gems:
 Two cups of bran, two cups of flour, two teaspoonfuls baking powder, one tea spoonful salt, one or two tablespoonfuls sugar, one tablespoonful melted butter or lard, two cups sweet milk. Bake in hot muffin irons in a moderate oven.
 "M P, A
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
MRS. SHOCKS PARTY
 FOR MISS LYNN

Those whom Mrs. Paschal Shook in- vited to luncheon to meet Miss Clara Lynn were: Mrs. Ross Smith Mrs. Cuipepper EXum, Mrs. W. NJ Jordan Mrs. George Gordon Crawford, Mrs. Felix Drennen, Mrs. Mortimer Jordan Mrs. John Minge and Mrs. George Bon durant.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-12
FRENCH CRUISER
 AT NEW ORLEANS

New orleans. December 1.-The French second class cruiser Descartes arrived in port late yesterday for d visit of a week after voyage of nine months in which 3O,00o miles have been logged. The officers will be enter tained by the French colony during the stay here. The Descartes will sail next Tuesday for Vera Cruz