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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
SLOGAN ADOPTED
 BY SUFFRAGETTES
"V0tes for Womenw Cry of New York Suffragists
 on Walk to Capital

New York. December l5.-"Votes for women votes for women. votes for womenl' Albany, Albany sulzert'
 This is the slogan adopted today by the suffragettes who will tomorrow begin a two weeks walk to the state capital to deliver to Governor Sulzer on his inaugu- ration day message for the cause of women suffrage.
 About 25 women answered the call of the surragette leaders to rally at the headouarters of the New York State Woman Suffrage association this after noon and gave final answer as to whether they would undertake the l40 miles De cember pilgrimage.
 Each woman received knapsack and birch rod staff and was advised to start with light marching equipment. Sweaters instead of fur coats. short skirts and stout walking boots. The knapsaclI will be used for carrying suffragette ht- erature to be distributed on the way fcl votes for women.
 Martial inspiration for the marchers will be furnished. 1t was said, by one ui their number. who will carry Il drun while the pangs of hunger will be relieved by supplies of peanuts. sweet chocolat, and sandwiches to be carried in an auto mobile, which will also carry baggage and medical supplies.
 To signify, however. that the spirit oi the expedition is not militant. Mrs. Ol yer Sehultze, riding ahead in another al tomobile, will act as peace scout an by releasing doves will herald the ap proach of the pilgrims as they near eacl town
 Miss Rosaie Gardner Jones. a wealthy Long Island woman. Will act as com mander-in-ehie of the expedition, ano with at least six other women will march the entire distance The message which is scrolled on parchment will be signed by suffrage leaders in the various towns
 The journey will he divided into stages averaging 10 miles a day. The first stol will be YonlIers. where at noon tomorrow Miss Jesse Hardy Stubbs of Chicago, one of the leaders. will speak in the public square. The day < journey will end al lrvington. where a night meeting will be held. The itinerary, as planned, will bring the marchers to Albany on Decem- Der q.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
NO ABATEMENT IN
 ILLICIT D|ST|LL|NG
Commissioner of Revenue
 Makes Report
ALABAMA MENTIONED
2465 Illicit Distileries Seized During 1912, But Violations Still Nu- merous-Insufficien Field
 Force Responsible

Washington. December 15.-"Moonshin-
 ing and "bootlegging'' continue with out sign of abatement. declares Royal E. Caber. commissioner of internal rev enue. in his annual report. made public today. During the fiscal year 1912 246a illicit distiling plants were seized. about the same number as the previous year. and the commissioner admits that the government did not get all of the viola tors of the law. A great number of
 'moonshiners" still are operating, result-
 ing in a large loss of revenue to the gov- ernment, he adds.
 Illicit distiling is most prevalent says the commissioner "in the states or Georgia Alabama, North Carolina. Souta Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia v The total number of corporations in tha United States during 1911 as shown by re- turns under tie corporation tax law was S,352, with capitalization of sdo0671S,9 92a. bonded indebtedness of S32 163, 537.9 .96l, and an aggregate net income of S.2l3, 1O7,247. Capital stock increased over 1910 by more than S2, 1S0. 40S GOO and bond and other 1n- debtedness by ST. AS. .2Ol. 600, while the nen income decreased by s1i654s,O00.
 Incorporated financial institutions and l insurance companies reported an aggTe- gate net income of 15S4 per cent on capi- tai; public service corporations All per cent; industrial and manufacturing con- | cerns. 4S0 per cent. and mercantile corr porations, 1913 per cent.
 The corporation tax. which yielded s2s.- 5S5 259 on the 1911 returns, is expected by MT. Cabel to become a constantly in- i creasng source of revenue to the govern- ment.
 By it's close watch on the records and books of corporations the bureau or in-
 ternal revenue, the commissioner says, IA assisting in detecting and punishing the promoters of "get rich quick and other fraudulent and stock iobbing concerns. The commissioner recommends tho res
 vision of the oleomargarine law becausss as at present constituted, it results In eva
 sion and fraud During the fiscal year 1912 more than 122 365,0o0 pounds of un- eolored and 6,2S5.00o pounds of colored oleomargarine were produced.
 A considerable amount of revenue is lost to the government, declares the corrl- missioner because of an insufficient rev- enue field force. He estipnated that inter- nal revenue receipts during the currene fiscal year will reach s326,00o00o, and dur4 ing the fiscal year 1914 probably $52s,0OO,4 0oo, breaking all previous records.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
Some HOmely Helpful Hints

May I come to your Corner with these few hints:
 T. To i'll sofa pillows with no expense attached, tear newspapers into irregular bits about two inches in size. crumple I'D and fill Don't pack too tightly
 "2. Wrapping paper folded two or three times cut the length of the shoes and trimmed to fit at each end, may be worn with comfort as inside soles by those who are out much of the time on the cold pavements during the winter.
 8. Use soft paper to wipe greasy frying pans, etc. This will help to keep the waste pipes in the sink in good condition "A. With a wet sponge or cloth to paste wrinkled ribbon 0ace down. on a board will be found better way than ironing, and it will come up new and crisp looking when dry. Keep wetting and rubbing until it adheres smoothly and tightly to the board.
 D. Is there any place in Providence where one may read out of town news papers? On coming to this city Il few years ago I inquired, but could hear of none. In New York city, New Haven, Hartford. Worcester and other cities they have them in their public reading rooms daily newspapers from many of the cities of the United States. Why not in Proyl- denee--a so up to date city?
 MRS. s. A. K" 4. Your "hints," if homely are helpful. That anent crumpled ribbons is especially good.
 5. Your query is referred to our Provi- dence contingent. You say truly that it is "an up to date city" I make no doubt that you can find out of town news papers somewhere within it's precincts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
MARION HARLAND'S HELPING
 HAND HINTS FOR THE HOME
By MARION KIRKLAND

Please let me intrude on your mother ly good nature for little advice. have been thinking of whom I could consult about my shortcomings for some time and thought of you. l have been very little in the company of women all my life and am rather crude. What can l do to acquire an even, sweet disposition mixed with a little common sense. and also a nice way of speaking to people? I am a sour individual very often; either too nice or too ugly, and see the faults of friends and acquaintances more quickly than their virtues. I want to get away from this habit for the rest of my life. 1 am not young now. l lose friends every day because of the way l look at, say, more or less, placing too much confidence in people. losing money, etc.
 What book would you suggest to help me? Kindly answer soon.
 EARNEST INQUIRER.
 l wish both us had time for a face to face talk instead of a chat upon paper this bright winters dayl 1 could say so much more to you than I can crowd into a section of small corner that l should be more hopeful of helping you. You have to put up a gallant fight against a morbid temperament at the outset. My motherly injunction would be. Do your best to come out of the shell of Self That is the root of the evil. Instead of suspecting that your associates do not care for you and that most of them would cheat you if they could, set about every day and hour trying to do something to help some other person. Force yourself to look interested and to be cheerful. It is not easy Sometimes it is a species of martyrdom. In fact, it would require less courage to go once and for all to the stake than to struggle daily with the disposl- ton to shun our fellows, to take charita ble views of their character and actions, and to watch for a chance to slip in kind word or to do a kind deed. A woman once told me that the whole course of her life and feelings was changed because woman who was sociar star. seeing the girl sitting neglected in the corner of the drawing room, beekoned to her and drew aside the skirt of her velvet dress to make room for her on the sofa at her side, then talked to her for half an hour. "The little sweep of her skirt saved a soul from deatht the other told me 15 years later.
 Dear girl, there is place for you upon Gods earth and a ministry for you to perform to His children-of whom you arc one. Begin today and fight the demon of Self. Practice the Golden Rule. putting yourself in the place of the uninterestins or disagreeabe person with whom you must work or talk. Rub him or her the right way. If there is no smooth way,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
Acidity in Strawberry Jam

q should like to ask through your cor ner for copies of the Ladies Home Jour. nal. If some reader has no use for them after she finishes the number ! would greatly appreciate it and pay chaig ges. have copies of the Sentinel "a Catholic monthlsD which ] will send every month to any one wishing it. Can any readers tell me what I can do with strawberry jam which seems to have an odor Of vln- egar about it? Is it unsafe to use? It is home made. M. e.
 The request for and the offer of reading matter are registered We have so many of your communion among our members that we should soon receive acceptance of your liberal proposal.
 Turn the jam out of the jars into preserving kettle add tiny pinch of soda to each half pint. Stir well table spoonful of sugar to the like quantity of the jam when it ceases to foam and bring to a gentle boil. Unless 1t not be too far gone to deserve the name of preserves. this should correct the acid ity. Seal hot, wrap in thick paper, and keep in cool place.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
Kidding Closet of Moths

What can 1 do to get rid of moths in a closet through which hot water pipe runs? Please tell me as need the closet and l see so many helps in house. keeping. I'll be grateful if you'll help me out of this. MRS. N.
 The temperature in the closet by the pipes is peculiarly favorable 10 the breeding of moths. Take everything out on a clear day and beat and brush out of doors to get rid of dust and eggs. Mean while burn a mixture of cedar chips and camphor upon tin plates ip the closed closet.
 Leave 1t closed for some hours. Then with a pointed brush paint the joints in the flooring and wainscoting with cedar oil, and while the odor Is still strong hang up the clothing and shut the door The faint odor lingering in the garments for awhile will be rather agreeable than otherwise, and is very obnoxious to the in- sects Camphor will keep them aloof. but some persons dislike the smell.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
Is CHARGED WITH
 R|TCH|E KILLING ". V. Thacker Caught on
 Train Yesterday WAS LODGED IN JAIL
Cause of Killing Unknown-Wife of Accused Man and the Chief Witness in the Case Is Non-
 Committal

Anniston, December 15.-6Speeial.)- W. V. Fhacker. who is charged with the murder of Warner Ritchie. the young white man of Glen Addie, this city, who was fatally shot late Sat urday night, was captured on a South ern passenger train by Chief Deputy Sheriff A. H. Borders. accompanied by Deputy J. W. Harmon, at Zuni, north of Piedmont, his former home, this morning. being lodged in the Calhoun county jail Sunday at noon
 The exact cause of the killing 9e- mains a mystery, but it is said to have resulted from fight between young Ritchie and Bob Dethrie, which took place near the bridge over Snow creek on Glen Addie avenue earlier Saturday night. as result of which Dethrie has been confined in his bed at his home in badly abused condition. Thacker is said to have interfered in this affray and he and young 2itchie are said to have gone away together quarreling. The shooting followed later in the night.
 Mrs. Thaeker, wife of the alleged assailant of Ritchie, will be one of the chief witnesses at the preliminary trial, the date for which had not been set Sunday afternoon. She has been in- terviewed several times by Sheriff Brooks, his deputies and the police. She remains -committal, however, her accounts of the tragedy being given in incoherent statements. She Is nervous wreck.
 Saturday night Mrs. Thacker is said to have given out an interview in which she stated that she heard the two men fighting near the house and when she went out Ritchie was on top of her hus- band. She pulled him off, it is averred. and the fatal shot followed. The re- volVer with which the shooting was done has not been found says Sheriff Brooks, as Thacker was unarmed when captured and the weapon was not located in frequent raids on the house Saturday night.
 Thacker is a man AS years old. He had just moved to Anniston and is said to have three married daughters and a young son living. His alleged victim was about 27 and unmarried. His father was killed here in d meat market by L. T. Allen several years ago. His moth- CT is living in Glen Addie.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
ID GROW DATES
 IN ARIZONA Former Auburn Instructor Creates New Industry in
 Arid State

Auburn, December 15.-(SpeciaL)- - The many friends of Prof. George F. Freeman, head of the department of botany. University of Arizona, note with qualification the widespread interest throughout the scientific world aroused by his development in Arizona of the industry of growing dates. After full Professor Freeman dis covered process for artiicially rlpen- ing the finest quality of Asiatic dates and has thus introduced a great in- dustry in Arizona. Professor Freeman was originally from Marshall county, and graduated from Auburn in 1903.
 Dr. Frederick A. Woolf, department of plant pathology, has recently pub lished papers on diseases of plants, hickory trees, etc, in the Plant World magazine, and in the Annals of Bot any, Germany
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16

make one by forbearance and considera- tion. Watch for the opportunity and Sol will find it.
 Mrs. B.'s lovely ladyi' remarked poor woman to me of a neighbor of my own
 Do you know herr" asked in surprise
 70, To; but she always smiles at my baby when ] have him out in the go cart She never says a word. but she looks a 8 if she loved children
 l knew that the "lovely lady" does love children and everybody else for that mat ter.
 Instead of asking for love, give it,
 What book shall you read to correct an unhappy disposition and make you gen tie and lovable-hoping all good for your fellows. therefore "beieving all things?" Read the New Testament through and through. again and again Every read ing will open to you wondrous things out of the law of Him who loved us and gave Himself to us. This is not preaching-nor am I 'goody-goody' woman. But | know my ground and I love girls, and I would drag you out of the damp darkness into the light of liberty and love-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
FIRE CAUSES BIG
 LOSS IN NEW JERSEY

Paterson. N. l.. December 15.-Loss esti- mated at s500,O0O was caused today by the worst fire which has visited the business district of this city since the big blaze of 10 years ago. The flames ragged for three hours and reduced 10 ruins several im- portant stores and other buildings. The heart of the burned area is in the dis
 tlict which was swept before. Joseph Pupp. a watehman, received serious in- iuries by jumping from the third story window of one of the burning structures.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
Mrs, Miss or MT. Xmas Shopper Roberts &SOn
 VIII Keep Their Open Nights
From Now Until Christmas

You will find here that nee esssary though illusive "something' and the correct something for those Xmas Gifts.
 For the Lady you'll find that useful attractive and to be most appreciated gift that is different
 For the man you'll find that thing which the man himself would select if he were buy ing his own gifts.
 For your business associates or employers you will find here "THE" things the most suitable and appropriate in every way.
 For the CHILDREN. too, we'll furnish with picture books, gift books, Santa Claus cards and lots of "pret- ty things.''
 Look through THIS PAR THAI LIST then COME TO THE STORE and see the rest.
 Trade EARLY, F I R $ T COME, FIRST served. Red Cross Seals on sale. The society necessity 1.-The Blue Book of Birmingham s Four Hundred'' on sale here.
 7f+ AFasra zsE
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
COTTON RECEIPTS SHOWING SHORTAGE Meridian Receipts Are Far Short of Those of Last
 Year

Meridian, Miss, December 15.-(Spe- cial )-There has been a large falling off in cotton receipts in Meridian as compared with last year, due almost entirely to the ravages of the boil weevil in Meridian territory. The re- ceipts of cotton last week were 215o bales as against 6652 last year. The total receipts since September 1 are 36,S09 as against st,s09 for the same time last year. One saving fact is that the prices are good. Recognizing that there is greater damage to come next year the Meridian Progressive league has joined the citizens and merchants in a campaign of education to induce farmers to use the cultural methods of the agricultural department and in this way 1t is believed that cotton can be grown in spite of the boil weevil
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
Sheriff ". U. Ryan

Sheriff w. II. Ryan of Perry county is a candidate for the appointment as United States marshal for the Southern District of Alabama and is receiving much encouragement in his candidacy. Mr. Ryan states that he has the endorsement of some of the most influential demo- crats in the state and he considers his chances good
 As sheriff of Perry county, Mir Ryan las demonstrated his ability as an officer of the law, and his exceptionally care ful attention to the duties of the office have won for him much praise He has always been a strong democrat and has served the interests of the party well ever since becoming Of voting age. and If recognition of this service takes the form of the appointment he seeks his many friends will be much pleased. He has the ability and energy to perform the Guties of the office ard if appointed will make most excellent officer. ''s
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
Wants Girl Companion

"I worte you last week asking your advice and help 10 get young girl companion about IA years of age, an or phan, who could make her home with me. have watched the paper every day since. but have not seen any notice of it.
 MRS. w. H." Your request went to press some time ago-as soon as 1 could make room for 1t. Ii is no fault of mine if it has not yet been printed.
 call attention 10 your desire again and hope for the fulfllment of the same. IF correspondents could know the difficulty of getting one thousand letters into space that will not contain 50 they would be more patient with delays.
 Let me remind them in this connection tand Il Is a close connecticut that com- munications written upon one side of the sheet are read before those written upon both sides.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
For the Ladies

Engraved Greeting Cards. Engraved and Embossed Stationery Engraved Visiting Cards. Christmas and New Year Cards. Hand Colored Art Calendars. Dainty Gift Books. Jewelry Cleaning Outfits. Gold and Silver Mounted Pens. Watermans "Ideal' Fountain Pens. Ladies' Address Books. The Parker Non-Leakable Pens. Dennison's Handy Boxes. Sealing Wax Sets. Engagement Books. Diaries-all sizes and prices. Memory Gift Books. Automobile Books. Photo Albums and Scrap Books Vacation Books.
 Handsome Telephone Pads. Handsome Desk Pads. Complete Paint Outfits, etc, etc.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
Reply Always Comes

An esteemed colleague remarks apropos to the complaints that every letter is not answered before any other
 Tt does take a long while 10 get replies to these queries and am interested in those impatient inquirers who begin to think they are not going to hear from you. Each time 1 have about given mp when the reply-always most courteous arrives. CAROLINE C. B.
 We Lever let impatient criticisms hurry our pulses or make us otherwise than courteous. We might perhaps be as un- reasonable as the least patient of them all if positions were reversed. Put your- self in the other fellows place holds back many tart retort
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
NAGEL TEACHES
 SUNDAY SCHOOL

Washington, December 15.--Secretary Nagel of the department of commerce. and labor, taught Sunday school to- day at the Calvary M. E. church. He gave lesson on Forgiveness" This is a new role for a cabinet officer in Washington, but 1t Is said the secretary does not intend to accept a permanent job in Sunday school teaching.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
TO RAISE FUNDS
 FOR WAR WITH RUSSIA

Honolulu, December 15.--Chinese of this city have begun an active campaign 10 raise funds to prepare for a war which they declare is impending between their country and Russia. Friends of pr. sni fat Sen, who was expected to visit Ha- waii in the near future, received word today that his visit would be indefinitely postponed because of the crisis resulting from the conflict of Chinese and Russian interests in Mongolia.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
Has Magazines to Give Away

''I have a number of monthly magazines for about a year back They are the World Today and the American Maga- zine. If you can suggest any one who would like to have them will you advise me by the inclosed stamped envelope?
 WILLIAM K" You inclosed q stamp. but no envelope In consequence of the ndavertence we have not your street number. As we should like to put both to use in distrib- utiDg your generous donations. will you kindly let us know what address to pass over to those who will be glad to get the 
 We thank you heartily for them.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
MERIDIAN HEALTH
 OFFICERS REPORT

Meridian, Miss. December 15.-The amended report of Dr. M. J. l.. Hove. county. health officer, concerning vital statistics for Meridian and supervisors district No. 1 for the month of Novem- Der, is as follows Meridian city: Deaths. 43; births, 34; Meridian precinct, deaths, 6; births, ,; Meridian outside, births, f; deaths. ? This covers only three dis tricts of the county, and includes the city of Meridian.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
WILL CONFER ON
 MEXICAN AFFAIRS

Washington, December 15.-Henry Lane Wilson. American ambassador to Mexico. who has been in this country on personal business, reached Washington today 10 confer with the state department on Mex ican affairs. The ambassador stated that there was nothing to be taken up excep. routine matters. so far as he knew. He plans 10 sail from New York for Mexico December 26.
 procured Our readers arc familiar with them and are usually glad to get rid of them after looking them over once or twice.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
Wants Pictures of Buildings

.I should like to ask you if some kind person has any of those books with the pictures of big Buildings or well known places downtown which they don't want. These books are generally given out as advertisements. if they will send me the names and addresses l will call for them. as | have no money to pay expressage or mailage. If it is impossible to get these books maybe some one can spare some educational booxs?
 HWILLIAM E." The books you want should be easiIy
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-12-16
Patrolman Kills Deputy

Barrett shot and killed Deputy Chief of Police John Baird at police
 headquarters today during a quarrel and after being taken to the county jail tried
 to commit suicide. They were rival can didates for chief of police.