The Birmingham age-herald., 1914-08-02
10 the Editor of The Age-Herald:

To the Editor of The Age Herald:
 This question arises in view of the recent and unprecedented ruling is- sued by the superintendent of educa- ton.
 Along with some other unusual re- strictions, this ruling prescribes that no county high school in Alabama may em- ploy teacher who chances to reside in the same town in which the school is located.
 It win be remembered the present in- sumbent of the office. w. F. Feagin, was appointed to fill out the term made vacant by the appointing of Superin- tendent Willingham to the presidency of the State Normal school at Flor ence Also that the democratic pri- mary, held on June G. gave him the nomination for this same office during the next four years It must be ad- mitted that this "heroic'' action which marks the very beginning of the term, fills us with misgiving. Can such poll cies place Alabama's schools in rank with the foremost of the nation?
 This unprecedented ruling in ques- ton deprives the citizens of Alabama of the right to continue in the employ of their county high schools, teacher who Is eminently fitted for his high calling. and who has proved his ability bv successfully serving the same pa irons 1t may be since the organization of the school Now this proven eff ciency counts as naught, his place o> residence outweighing all other quail fications. Can this be for the advance of education? Can such an example serve to instill high sense or honor into the youths of Alabama?
 Since this teacher has faithfully per formed his duties and seen his efforts crowned with success. in no wise has he forfeited his obligation, then does 1t not seem but just for him to be given preference over others who may not be as efficient?
 The superintendent justifies his pe- culiar views by citing annoyances he has received from certain schools Tn the state, arising from inefficient teach- CTS who secured positions In these schools from factions in the town TO rid himself of complaints arising three from he issues this drastic proclama- ticn, requiring not only that the trou- blesome schools make change, but those as well who are working Tn mar mcny and achieving success by reason of wise and judicious choice Of teacn- ers preference being given to those ol
 
 be had in the home town. it seemed all the more fitting to give them prefer cree over others who were but eXperi- ments. In this way the school was equipped with a faculty of men and women of ability, also with Christian traits of character desirable of imita- tion by the children placed in their charge.
 It seems to be the superintendents idea to run each school by uniform pattern, that which is good for one faust fit the others, regardless of oth- CT conditions. Were schools composed of other than human beings, each with an individuality of his own this might be well enough.
 The normal parent will tell you tha, au the rearing and training of family no fron-clad rule will serve for all that which is good for one child may proye positively detrimental to another by reason of different temperament and environment consequently different treatment must be accorded.
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