The Birmingham age-herald., 1912-08-22
GARDNER GREENE $ BACK FROM INDIANA Greatly Impressed by Gov. Marshall's Personality SEES ONLY VICTORY Indiana Will Easily Be in Wilson Marshall Column--Pays Tribute
 to Charm of Mrs.
 Marshall

Col Gardner Greene of Pel City re- turned yesterday from Indlanapolis in which city on Tuesday, he aided in the ratification of Thomas R. Marshan that be had been nominated by the democrats for vice president of the United States.
 That Tuesday was q big day in Indiana was a statement of Colonel Greene, and that the democrats will carry that for merly rock ribbed republican, common wealth was another opinion to which he gave expression.
 "I yeas much impressed with Governor Mh,shalle he said. His pictures, repre- senting him without chin. and giving him an expression as if of weakness do him great injustice. He is small true. hut wiry, and his' fine intelligence has already impi essed itself on the nation.
 q studied the situation in Indiana as closely as 1 could and feel certain that Wilson and Marshall will carry that state. As is remembered, Taft won over Bryan by orly 10000 votes. The opposition is now about equally divided between Taft ard Roosevelt, and as far as 1 could judge the democrats arc solldly behind Wilson and Marshall. From conversa- tions which l had with representatives from other states. I have reached the conclusion that this is to be most assured lS democratic year. There Is apparent the greatest enthusiasm, and this fndi- cates. beyond all question, great success ct the polls,'
 About the Notification
 In speaking of the exercises. Colonel Greene said: T left Birmingham Sunday night, and reached Indianapolis the fol- lowing day at noon. We were properly received, Thomas Taggart being the mas ter of ceremonies. sruesday morning we were entertained by an automobile ride of about 100 miles, and later served with & magnificent luncheon. At this luncheon. MT Taggart impressed us all with the Idea that he excels as a host, and is a prince of good fellows.
 At o'clock. in body we repaired to the headquarters of the Commercial club, and there were presented to Gov ernoI and Mrs. Marshall. Mrs Marshall a strildngly handsome woman, Is some what larger than her distinguished hus- band. and is, herself. finely polished politician. Withal, she was charming.
 Following the introduction, and in the presence of a magnificent crowd of peo- pe everyone of whom, 1t appeared was exceedingly fond of the little giant who governs Indiana. the formalities began. Judge Alton B. Parker delivered the noti- ficalion address, and In addition to its being q finished document as far as rhe- toric Is concerned, it was a very worthy contribution to the political history of the year. Incidentally the well known swim mer Of the Hudson took few vigorous raps at his erstwhe opponent Colonel Theodore Roosevelt.
 Governor Marshall's speech of &C., cep.ance was excellent, although he did not discuss the issues which nre con is quite an orator. although he made what thought a mistake in that he read from manuscript.
 "Fcllowing the exercises the notification committee was again entertained with an automobile ride, and later occurred the reception at the governors mansion. The trip was one of the most enjoyable ever made"
 About the Accident
 Colonel Greene gave an account of the accident which occurred during the cere- mones--as Judge Parker was speaking as matter of fact.
 Without warning, the grandstand tum- hled." he said There were cries from every side and we thought at first that many people had been injured. Along with others, I rushed to the assistance of the women who had fallen with the grandstand, and succeeded in restoring several who had become frantic. As soon as 1t was learned that only five were seriously injured and none killed, I in- formed Judge Parker that all was we'll and he continued his speech
 Colonel Greene stated that the progress sives were making idicuous claims "Why. in an Indianapolis paper" he said "I read a dispatch in which Roosevelt himself had stated that he would carry Alabama. Although this was absurd. Of cours. was subjected to a bit of good natured raillery as a result
 Colonel Greene will return 10 Fell City