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Amarillo daily news. [volume] (Amarillo, Tex.) 19??-current, 1912-05-07
MnY q ~ Lucky birthday.

Washington. d. c.. May Show
10 achieve success and fame be born
on May sixth. Philander c. Knox.
Secretary OF state. was born May 6.
1853. Jeff Davis of Arkansas, who
recently won out in his fight to return
to the senate, was born May s. 1852
fifty wears ago today--and on the
same day Oscar W. Underwood OF
Alabama. who aspires 10 become an
occupant of the White House, made
his entrance into the world. Still an
other famous American who cele-
lrates his birthday anniversary today
is Rear Admiral Robert +. Peary, who
found the North Pole. Admiral peary
was born MAY G. 1856
Amarillo daily news. [volume] (Amarillo, Tex.) 19??-current, 1912-05-07
INTERESTING TESTS
Of HYORO-COMPAss

Washington. +. c.. May As.
tronomers stationed at the United
States observatory in Washington are
much Interested m the experiments
which are be NJ conducted there with
the new Sperry gyro-compass This
IL the fifth Of this type OF compass
70 be- used in the navy. the others be-
Inc On the hattlrships Utah. Florida
/ delaware. and az the Naval Academy.
Although It's praotioability has
been determined by the stringent tests
Iapplicd % u by Officers Of the navy,
there are several minor things that
lnay be- suggested 10 the inventor as
q result Of the experiments at the
observatory
Tho theory OF the eyro-compass u
| founded on q law Of physics proved
/ by n French SCIENTIST. Folcault, IN the
Iseyeutecuth century. that any mast
Iset Doe rotation Is bound 10 follow
laws 4 ffcriue radically from those
that apply 10 bodies at rest. 50 tina;
LAS the b0de is free 10 turn In other
directions than that In which Il is
rotating. tr, spinning mass tries 20
turn itself so that its axis will be
parallel to at II the external force
! when the direction OF the two rota.
tious Be- nisc the same. In other words
every bOdy rotating In m opposite
direction with q sufficiently great
speed Will tena 10 have an attraction
on another body with the result that
tho axes OF the Two bodies will be-
come parallel, and will automatically
adjust themselves
The earth. rotating has the effect
IN the swiftly rotating motor 81 the
vyroconipass. oil making their axes
parallel. that one extremity 81 tho
axis OF the COMPASS points to toe
north geographical pole Of the earth
and others to the south geographical
polc. irrespective of the position or
location OF the compass The power
used in the com pass operation is a
thrce-phasc electric current Whl'h
must b. furnished by a special gen
orator No MAGNETIC influence has
,any effect whatsoever on the work
ine of the compass.
The whole scheme ~ the compass
lis similar 10 the small horoscopes
Nlica n as b. houeht for q quarter IN
the toy shop and which, when set
u motion. will spir in any position,
nr q min point around the Tim of a
water GLASS. or rp and down a tau'
string The revolving portion OF the
cyro-compass is the arn.at re- OF a
. motor and the axis Of the compass, Is
a., jhc a,lc Of tho motor. turns
IN. motor 90 the compass will JUS
, VI, INTO a bot one foot square. II Is
''r.los"d IN a heavy steel case, which
stands about lovr feet tall The mo
20. is 80 >p.r ',1 by q stool wiz" and /:
free 90 turn Ia any direction As the
. avis ~ the cyro-rompass adjusts
its'lf to the position parallel to thu
Amarillo daily news. [volume] (Amarillo, Tex.) 19??-current, 1912-05-07

tested out thoroughly, and not once
during the trip, although there was
violent storm raging. the correct
reading OF the standard mariners
compass. Again. ii was found that
electric currents in the steel of the
ship, have no effect upon the actior
Of the gyro-scope. and that its posi-
lion in tho ship makes no difference
in its results. The roll and pitch OF
the ship also do not seem 10 effect IL
in the slightest.
Amarillo daily news. [volume] (Amarillo, Tex.) 19??-current, 1912-05-07
NEW STT AMER LINE
FOR PORT ARKANSAS

Port Arkansas. Tex. May 9Th
articles Of incorporation were filed
A. Austin. April @rd, OF the Port
Arkansas Pass Transportation cCn.-
pany Of Port Arkansas Nncces Coun-
tv. with a capital stock OF $500. Al
though the capital stock is small, II
is thought the operations Of the com
panv will be conducted on n large
scale for the directors OF the line ar
leading capitalists Of the Fast The
purpose of the company, as set forth
In the charter. is 10 construct leas"
maintain and operate steamships OF
all kinds which is significant at this
time inview of the deep water dove
opment az Port Arkansas
Need House 'Irm Daily Nev'
Want Nd viii get Won one
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Notice.

I will not be responsible for any
thing purchased for McGee-Butt
Packing co. without an order from
me y. 5. MCGEE.
157-3p
Amarillo daily news. [volume] (Amarillo, Tex.) 19??-current, 1912-05-07

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The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
BATSON-PHILLIPS

In the gathering twilight of yesterday the vows which united In marriage Miss Ruth Phillips and Mir. s. Radford Batson were pronounced at the Fifth Avenue Presbyterian church. The Rev. L. A. Reagor pastor of Grace church, Ensley, was the officiant.
 The church was effectively decorated at the altar for the wedding ceremony, lavish use of palms and ferns making an unusually handsome setting for the nuptal party. Miss Barbara Ransom, a former classmate of the bride, and Mrs. H. J. Cummings gave an appropriate musical programme A
 Miss Miriam Woltersdorf was Miss Phil lips sole attendant. She was attired in pale blue and carried a large bouquet of chrysanthemums.
 Miss Phillips was given in marriage by her father, MT. J. c. Phillips. She was a most attractive bride in her white charmeuse draperies and lace and pearl garnitures. A shower of bride roses and lilies of the valley formed the bouquet
 MT. Batson and his best man. Mir. Jean Batson, met her at the altar for the solemnizatlon of the vows. After the wedding the bridal couple left for a south ern tour to the cities along the coast. At it's conclusion they will make their home in this City at their own home on Ems ley Highlands. Both the bride and groom have many friends in the community. He Is a successful business man and she has been one of the popular teachers in the public schools.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
BLOCTON QUIET, LAW
 ABIDING MINING TOWN

Blocton, October 16.-(Special)- )- Blocton and vicinity is as quiet and law abiding community as can be found. For the past year there have been no burglaries and few fights. Drunkenness Is the most common of fense, but even that is much less fre- quent than formerly.
 Prominent citizens, who have lived in Blocton for twenty-five years can recall no more than three or four burg laries in all that time, and even the chicken thief Is remarkably inactive.
 While there are hundreds of foreign CTS here of so many nationalities, that at least fifteen languages are said to be spoken, they are busy and quiet, so give the officers little trouble. Most of them live in little villages of their own, but some others are scattered throughout the community- num- Der of foreign children attend the four public schools, but a greater number are taught in a Parochial school under the management of Father Downs, the Roman Catholic priest. as most of these people are of that religion-
 The Tennessee Coal and Iron com pany officials report that all is orderly and satisfactory among it's employees in the mines, and the workmen seem to be content with conditions also, as there is no complaint from them.
 Recent events in the religious circles of Blocton will add to the moral forces of the community and help in its so- cial uplift
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
RECIPROCITY MEETING TO BE WELL ATTENDED

The topics to be discussed at the Reef procity and Education Day, to be ob- served by the Federated clubs of the city at the Country club this afternoon at o'clock have stirred unusual interest among our women in this annual meeting.
 The most intense interest, perhaps, is centering about the debate, feature which has not heretofore figured in these meetings The subject, Resolved, That Our Womens Clubs Should Lay More Stress on the Investigation and Solution of Present Day Problems than on Liter ary and Self Cultural Study is to be dis cussed by four of the strongest clubs in the city. Much interest will naturally center about the rebuttal which gives the debaters the opportunity eo answer the points made by the opposing side. Upon the withdrawal of the judges the subject will be thrown open to discussion from the floor.
 The chairman of the reception commit tee, with the assistance of the officers of the council and the presidents of the Federated clubs, who form her commit tee, is planning a very pleasant social hour for the close of the meeting. A number of the club presidents will re-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
RUCKER-HILL
 WEDDING IN MONTGOMERY

The marriage of Dr. Edmund Winches- ter Fucker of this city and Miss Lillian Hill, prominent and popular Montgom- cry girl, was celebrated last night at the home of the brides parents, pr. and Mrs. l.. l.. HILL in Montgomery The event Is one of widespread interest because of the prominence of both bride and bride- groom's families. Dr. Fucker is. mem- Der of one of Birmingham's oldest and most prominent families. He Is the son of Gen. F.. w. Fucker, and brother of Mrs. ". C. Agee and Mrs. George Stubbs, all of whom were in attendance last night at the wedding and subsequent recep- ton.
 The nuptial celebration occurred at 6:3o and was witnessed by only the imme- diate family circle. The reception, how ever, which followed, was not so limited, and was brilliant in it's every detail. The Rev Father Cannon of St. Peters Catho- lie church, performed the ceremony. Miss Ann Gaston, Miss Katherine Baldwin, Miss Anne Holt, Miss Laura Jones and Miss Annie Solomon, all of whom are we'll known in local society, were the bridesmaids and Miss Amelie Hill, the brides sister, was her maid of honor. Mrs. Walton Hill was the matron of honor. The color details of the wedding and reception were charmingly effected, the bridesmaids wearing white charmeuse with touches of blue and garlands of pink roses and carrying huge bouquets of My Queen roses, the maid of honor appearing in blue chiffon. The matron of honor appeared in pink charmeuse and sheafs of Easter lilies added a picturesque note to her costume The bride was ex- quisitely attired in charmeuse and laces.
 Dr. Fuckers best man was Dr. Wyatt Henin of this city and his groomsmen in cluded Mir J. Lester Hill, Dr. Stuart Walsh, pr. Walter Scott, Dr Gaston Tor rance and Dr. William Long of this city.
 for an eastern trip, at the conclusion of which they will make their home in this city,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
Receipt for Dill Pickles

T note the request for recipe for dill pickles, and will send one I tried with success.
 Wash the oucumbers thoroughly; stand over night in clear, cold water. then pack in jars q use sealers), putting the dill in here and there among the pickles. Heat three quarts of water, one quart of vinegar, and large reacupful of salt When boiling pour over the pickles and seal
 This is very simple and an easy method. The pickles keep we'll as long as sealed, but the white scum, if left OF too long, makes them soft. Hence, use only those that are opened at time.
 T also give recipe for
 Tomato Jelly-Cut ripe tomatoes ill two after peeling them in hot water; squeeze out the seeds and all the juice you can. Cook them in their own juice. Take cup for cup of cooked pulp and su- gar; add slices of whole lemon to taste (about one to quarD, rafsins cut in half, and chopped walnut meats. Cook slowly until thick enough, being careful not to scorch it. Then put into tumblers and seal
 T hope these may be of use to you and Young Housekeeper.' MRS. A. L. P.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
Mock Angel Cake

T noticed request by Mary D. for a recipe for angel food cake calling for two eggs. I have one I copied from a which I will send. It is called Mock Angel Food Cake-Let one cup ful of milk be brought to the boiling point in double boiler. Into 0 sitter put d cupful of flour Ono more), one cupful of sugar, three spoonfuls of baking powder, and pinch of salt. Sift together four times. Into this pour the cupful of boil ing milk and stir smooth. Then put in the beaten eggs. Do not stir or beat the eggs into the mixture; fold them in care fully, drawing the spoon through the mixture toward you, then shove it back with the back of the spoon. Do the same, only from right to left, until the whites are evenly folded into the batter. Do not grease tin or flavor cake. Bake in a mod crate oven. Ice with confectioners su- gar. favored with orange or lemon.
 fsALICE & e.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
THE AGElHERALD, THURSDAY, OCTOBER IT, 19
THOUSANDS VISIT
 THE MARSHALL FAIR
Second Annual Show at AL bertviIle Success From
 Start-GOOd Exhibits

Albertvilie, October 16.-tSpecial.)- TEe Marshall County fair opened its gates yesterday afternoon for its sec ond annual show, and is in full swing now, over eight thousand people hay ling passed through the gates today. This was Gadsden day and several thousand citizens from Etowah county are in attendance.
 The exercises were opened this morn ing by an address by John l.. Burnett Competent critics state that the fair here surpasses all county fairs they have witnessed in the state. The agri- cultural exhibit is second to none. Ihe large exhibit hall Is filled with all kinds of farm and truck products, near fly every thing that is raised on farm anywhere being on exhibition.
 The boys corn club and the tomato
 club both have very cred1table ex- hibits The live stock on display is surprising, some of the finest animals in the state being shown which goes to show that the farmers of Marshall |county are paying a good deal Of at tention to the raising of thorough bred |stock. The poultry show is good, and |every department of the fair merits praise.
 Some of the best horse races ever witnessed in this part of the state are being put on daily. There are large number of fast horses from Tennessee and Kentucky here to participate m the races, besides horses from Marshall and adjoining counties. The daily pro- gramme also consists of motorcycle and automobile races. besides the numerous free attractions on the midway, where the Kraus Carnival company is putting on some high class shows.
 The management of the association lis receiving many congratulations for the splendid production they have put on, and Albertville and all Marshall county are in high spirits over the fair. Another record breaking crowd is ex- pected tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
SLEEP DEsTROyERs Tea and Coffee

She suffered from nervousness by day and sleeplessness by night.
 Up to three years ago." writes young woman. T was in the habit of drinking coffee freely and did not realize that it was injuring my health" (tea contains caffeine--the same drug found in coffee) "till I was suddenly made the victim of nervous headaches so violent that I was compelled to give up household activities and stay in bed much of the time. Then insomnia came upon me and the wretchedness of sleepless nights was added to the agony of painful days.
 This lasted till year ago, when I was persuaded by friend to give up coffee entirely and use Postum. The re- suit was. in less than a week I began to feel the change for the better, my nerves grew stronger and I began to sleep nights. Day by day the improve ment continued and in a short time was restored to health. My headaches left me. the nervousness passed away entirely and l enjoy good, sound sleep at night"
 '.This Is what I owe to Postum, and feel it but right to tell you of it." Name given by Postum Co.,. Battle Creek, Mich. Read the little book. 'The Road to Wellville." in pkgs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
SOME CHAT AND CHATTER ABOUT
 THE REAL AMERICAN WOMAN
Douglass Wggn and Her Ideas What the Clever Act ress, Miss Blanche Bates Has to Say-European Critics Have Called the American Woman Unreasonable in Her Attitude Toward Her Husband
 What Do You Say?
By DOLLY DALRYMPLE

Kate Douglass Wiggin. the noted writer, seems to have stirred up a hornets nest by q statement to the effect that the American woman is too much absorbed in living life of pleas uIe.
 "It is a mania with danger" Mrs. Wiggin declares.
 Among those who have expressed di- vergent views to this popular writer is Miss Blanche Bates, the clever act rcss.
 Last winter when Miss Bates was playing here in the sparkling comedy, "Nobody's Widow" l had the pleasure Of meeting her and talking with her, and I recall that later in mentioning her name to one of the most prom inent actors on the stage today in regard to what he considered the finest types of the American woman that America has produced, he said:
 Miss Blanche Bates represents a splendid type to my mind. She is
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
DOMBY-LOVETT
 WEDDING CELERR ATED

Yesterday evening at s:So o'clock the ma arriage of Miss Lucy Lovett and Mir. Domby was solemnized at the home nt the brides cousin. Mrs. M. r. Harrell on Twelfth avenue. north.
 In the parlor a beautiful altar of palms and cut flowers was arranged.
 The bridal party entered from the halL preceded by Miss Agnes Harrell and Mss Lucille Wilson who held white rib- bons forming an aisle. They wore dain- ty dresses of white net over silk
 Miss Elizabeth Stewart the bridesmaid entered first. She wore white crepe de chine with seed pearl trimmings and carried pink Killarney roses.
 Miss Eula Lovett. sister of the bride. was maid of honor. Her gown was pinS messaline with chiffon drapery. Her flowers were white roses tied with tulie.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
MARION HARLAND'S HELPING
 HAND HINTS FOR THE HOME
By MARION KIRKLAND

say it was a sure thing for we have not been troubled since I bought a pound of borax, of the brand recommended by my friend. and with a spoon filled up all the cracks and crevices in the infested places. Of course, you may be compelled to do the same thing the next season, but it is surely simple and cheap rem edy for the pests. Our pantry was full of them, so We strewed borax in the cracks of the shelves, against the walls, and even along the edges of the floor, and I want to say they soon disappeared.
 MRS. A. M T."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
FERGUSON-KESMODE
 WEDDING OCCURS&

A pretty and unusual marriage cere- mony yesterday afternoon at o'clock was that of Miss Emma Kesmodel and MT. F. H. Ferguson.
 The decorations were white and yellow chrysanthemums and in the arch between the sitting room and library gates were formed of Ivy and white and yellow chrysanthemums. They were opened by Miss Aileen Hurley and MT. Carl Tut wiler when the first strains of the we'd ding march were heard. Miss Kathryn Gregory presided at the piano. Miss Edith Bain and Mrs. Hooper each sang an ap- propriate solo.
 tableau fashion, under a large bell of chrysanthemums and smilax. The ar rangement of artificial light softened un- der yellow shades was an added attractive effect.
 The brides attendants were her sisters, Mrs H. T. Peters and Miss Molle Tut wier. Mrs Peters wore white charmeuse. with an overdress of Brussels lace and pearls. Miss Mollie Tutwiler's gown was white lace over yellow ,charmeuse, Their flowers were yellow chrysanthemums.
 Miss Kesmodels costume was of duch- esse satin, softened by chiffon and point lace.
 Her veil was wreathed with orange blossoms and sprays of these flowers, caught the tram. She held d shower bououet of lilies of the valley with one pink bud in the center.
 pr. J. D. Snedecor of Tuscaloosa per- formed the ceremony. using the ring service.
 After the ceremony an ice was served. Those who assisted in receiving were Mrs. G. A. Bain. Mrs Malcolm Morgan, Mrs. B. Tutwiler, Mrs. Buckley and Mrs. Bush.
 In the dining room were Mrs King, as at o,,l Kennedy.
 Miss Lila Bain and Miss Gillian served punch. MT and Mrs. Ferguson left soon after the ceremony for the north. The bride wore a travelling suit of taupe with hat and gloves to match.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
REGULAR MEETING OF MUSIC STUDY

The regular meeting of the Music study club is called to take place this morning at 10:S0 at the Clarke and Jones hall on Third avenue. The Music of Switzer- land" is the topic for the day, and the most prominent of Swiss musicians being Ran, the greater part of the programme will be composed of his music.
 Mrs William A. Porter will be the leader A review of the musical instru- ments of the country will be presented by Mrs. W. L. Murdoch and the others who are to take part in the programme are Miss Berte Hutchings, Mrs Laurens Block, Miss Katherine Fierce, and Miss Lotta Belden.
 It is an interesting coincidence that Rudolf Gang, who played in Birmingham last winter at one of Mrs. Truman AL drich's matinee Sunday muscales is one of the most distinguished of Swiss com- Ao6sEs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17

at the ball room door, and still others have been requested 10 look after the pleasure of the guests after the pro- gramme. At this social hour at the close the receiving line will be composed of the officers of the council.
 Though this session is held by the Fed erated clubs. all unfederated clubs be- longing to the council have been invited as guests and any other women who are interested in the work being done by our clubs will be most cordially welcomed, whether they are club members or not.
 A special point is made of the fact that the meeting will be called to order promptly at o'clock and It is earnestly hoped that there win be few late ar rivals.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
A Good Window Cleaner

May I vouch for the process of clean ing glassware as stated by Mrs. R. C.. D.? l had a woman clean for me some years ago, and she got the windows 70 bright and clean that I asked her how she did it. With a chamois wrung out hard in water I have since done this, and find l clean windows in one-third the time that it used to take me Keep the chamois skin clean ard as dry as you can wiring it out. A little am monia added to the water Is good!
 MRS. w. J. R."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
Tomato Butter

T saw the request for recipe for to- mato butter. and as it has not been given just as I make it send 1t in. hoping it is not too late. I have no rule of quan- titles, but, like Aunt Dinah,' I use just enough
 Tomato Butter-Peel the desired quan- tity of tomatoes and remove the seeds with a fine sieve. Cook until smooth, add sugar as you would in making other but cooking tomatoes and running through a sieve instead of peeling Dip as much liquid off as you can, to save cooking so long. Use spices If liked. IDA R. B."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
Preserved Watermelon Pulp

Cut the pink part of the melon into small cubes, removing every seed or par ticle of the white rind. Measure the pulp, and then weigh out two-thirds as much sugar as you have pulp, adding to every five or six pounds of the melon the grated yellow rind and juice of five small or four large lemons. Put fruit. sugar, and lemons into a preserving kettle and cook slowly until quite thick At first it will seem thick and watery, but it soon begins to thicken. Turn into small glasses and seal (I<indness of Mrs. C. F F)
The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-10-17
MRS. MITCHELL
 GIVES A TEA

Yesterday afternoon from 4:3o to 5:3o Mrs. Paul Mitchell was hostess at tea at the Country club in honor of her guests Miss Helen Gilbert and Miss Rob- erta Gilbert of San Francisco. It was quite informal but a charming interoduc- ton to two pleasing visitors.
 Those who served the ice were Mrs. E. K. Campbell, Mrs. Nice, and Mrs. Rus sell Hunt.
 Mrs. M B. Demere poured the tea as- sisted by Miss Lucy Downey and Mrs N. c. Hooper