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Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1915-04-22

he hardly understood till he saw it
fall with an indescribable aspect of
sorrow upon a picture which had late
ly been found and rehung upon the
wall. 1t was a portrait of divers
mother.
81 am disappointed" she murmured
in bitter reflection to herself. II did
not expect oliver to clear himself, but
| did expect him to face his
If only for his fathers sake. What am
to say now to the judge?"
Nothing tonight. In the morning
we will talk the whole subject over.
| must first explain myself to An
drews, and, If possible, learn his in
t%entions; then l shall know better
what to advise"
Did the officer you met on your
return from Tempest lodge follow you
to Shelby?"
81 have not seen him."
THAT is bad. He followed oliver
ut was to be expected"
"Oliver is in Canada?"
Undoubtedly"
(which means"
Delay, then ~extradition. It's tina
fellow Flanagan who has brough
this upon us. The wretch know
something which forbids us to hope.
"Alas, yes" And a silence followed
during which such entire 'stillnes
; rested upon the house that a simila
! thought rose in both minds. Could
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1915-04-22
WHY Dr.. JAMESON LAUGHED
Really Amusing That Offended IndivId-
uaI Should Make Such . Com
plant to Him.

Sir Leander Starr Jameson. still
better known to thousands as Doctor
Jim" has been predicting a great
change for the better in South Africa
as a result OF the stirring events that
have been taking place there.
A good story is being told about the
days when Doctor Jim" was admins
traitor OF Rhodesla. One of the officials
under him was a very pompous indi-
vidual who reioIced in a ~high-sounding
double barreIed name. He was very
much upset because his colleagues
would ignore his real title and persist
in clubbing him gMuggins.r
AT last he could stand II no longer.
and went straight to his chief before
whom BIO made a long and indignant
complaint
4 think you VIII flnd." said Doc
tor Jim, that you Only get called
this name when YOU are inclined "a
put on side"
Put on tide'l' aplnttered the 9th
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1915-04-22

and cheese and also directly from the
saliva or contents Of the vesicles OF
infected animals gaining entrance
through abrasions of the skin. 1t is
especially frequent in children and in
those whose work brings them in con-
tact with diseased COWS. It appears
that this disease cannot be trans
mitted by eating the flesh Of infected
animals"
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1915-04-22

This tremendous shell is one OF
those fired by the giant 42-centimeter
howitzer of the German army. 1t fell
in soft dirt near Verdun without K
ploding and was dug up by the British.
Beside it, on the left, is a French 70
nm field gun shell, and on the right
a German 77-mm shell, each of which
is about three inches in diameter. The
big shell is five feet long and weighs
almost a ton.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1915-04-22

longer than that Of a prize fighter.
1t is the immature fruit Of the
dramatic academies whose portraits
glisten in the photograph frames
along Broadway. The press agents are
busiIy exploiting the charm and talent
of the young woman who has come
up through the star trap" or, in other
words. gained stellar honors after a
season in Milwaukee stock and an
other on the road with the No. 2
arated Yet Free company.
Beauty, kittenish ways and an inane
grin can outbid talent in the theatric
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1915-04-22

up his arms to lift her from her horse
at the door of the hotel.
But his refusal was peremptory.
'Tll be back in Just five minutes" said
he. And without waiting for a second
pleading look, he lifted her gently on
and carried her in.
When he returned, as he did in the
time specified. he had but n word
for her.
Gone" said he.
Thank God!" she murmured with q
smile.
Not having a smile to add to hers
the lawyer withdrew.
Oliver was gone-but gone north.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1915-04-22

There are some people in whom yir-
tue seems worse than sin.
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1915-04-22
STAGE FOLK or YESTERDAY
Thcuahtful Persons Find Pathos In the
Brief Sway Of Popular
Actresses.

A theater-goer Of a decade ago might
search the frames in which photo
graphs Of actresses are displayed in
front Of theaters and study the pages
Of magazines devoted to the stage
without finding ten familiar faces. For
the professional life Of an actress Is
1Itifully brief nowadays-not much
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1915-04-22

er, now thoroughly angry. 81 sin
cerely hope. sir. that you do not give
c%ountenance to people calling me by
this unseemly Manner
We'll. to tell you the truth, my
dear boy" replied Doctor JIM"
laughing genially. IL am afraid that
I invented Il myself"
Iron County register. [volume] (Ironton, Iron County, Mo.) 1867-1965, 1915-04-22

market place, and managerial faith in
the trio Of gifts is greater than ever
Scores Of actresses Of talent and ex-
perience to whom acting is an art and
not a medium for the display Of physi-
cal beauty and activity daily pass by
the framed photographs OF these
youthful stars on a round Of the dra-
matte agencies. To the thoughtful the
spectacle Is one Of infinite pathos and
tragedy.-New York Herald.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
MISS CARNEY
 ENTERTAINS ALPHA OMEGA

Miss Julia Carney was a delightful hostess yesterday entertaining the Alpha Omega club at their first meet ing of the season. Auction was the pas time of the afternoon. At the conclusion of the games tempting salad and an ice were served.
 The following members were present: Miss Gertrude Mccormack, Miss Dorsey Harris, Miss Dorothy Allen. Miss Estelle Strickland, Miss Virginia White, Miss Elizabeth White, Miss Ruth Gaudin Miss Helen keiser, Miss Doris Moughon Miss Cundel Baldwin. Miss Marie Rosa mond, Miss Lois Brown, Mrs. Lawson Gambill, Mrs. Jack Walton, Mrs. Claude White, Miss Louise Sheets of Nashville, Miss Freda Karpeles, Miss Sallie V. smith of Lynchburg. Miss Martha Glover; and Miss Margaret Dewey.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
LADY, BLINDED
 BUT CONSCIOUS
Said She Would Turn Blind and Fall When Nervous
 Spells Game On, Yet
 Remained Conscious

Odessa. Fla.--"About 2 years ago." writes Mrs. J. D. Powell, of this place. T took several bottles of Cardui as q tonic. for I was run down in health. In fact I could hardly do anything at all, could only drag around and couldn't do my work. Life was miser- able to me and I knew I must have some relief, as I was so very weak. would suffer with aching pains in my right side. back and shoulders. would have such terrible nervous spells, which would come on mel and I'd fall down wherever I was stand ing. I would turn blind. as though I had fainted yet kept my consciousness. My friends would rub me -. circula- tion was extremely poor. and the arms, hands and limbs would be cold.
 My friends recommended that try Cardui. I began using 1t and soon both saw and felt great im- provement. My appetite became good. ate so my husband teased me about 1t. could rest we'll at night, and got 70 could do all my housework In short time. I praise Cardui to all my friends"
 If you suffer from any form of wom- anly weakness or irreguiarity, try cardui. the woman's tonic. For sals by all druggistA
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
HUNTSVILLE
Two Under Arrest for Passing Spur.
 iOus Money-Illlclt Still Raided

Huntsville. September 8.--(Special.)-As the result of an investigation conducted by Capt. E. P. McAdams, secret service operative. into the passing of spurious $2o bill at the Miller Bros. store several weeks ago. Van Treece and rimmie Jones, young men of this city. are in jail. Bonds for the appearance of the accused men before the next federal grand jury have been fixed by Commissioner Greenleaf at $1000 each, but both are in jail.
 Pete Hardy and E. Black. who were arrested at Athens Sunday as the result of raid on an illicit still have been turned over to the federal revenue author ities and are in jail here.
 The first stock show and agricultural in this part of the county this year will be held next Saturday by the Flint River Live Stock association in Deposit. Carl c. Fuller Demonstra- ton Agent Striplin and pr. J. s. Andrade will deliver addresses.
 Miss Beulah Timberlake of this city and Dr. J. H. King of Atlanta were mar ried Friday. in Atlanta while the bride was visiting sister, according to 8 dis- patch received by Mir. and Mrs. D. A. parents of the bride, in 
 Frank G. Adkins of Lilly Fiagg and Miss Frances c. Allison of Taylorville were married last night in the parlors of the Stegall hotel Rev. J. A. Robinson, presiding elder. performed the ceremony.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
NEWS OF THE DAY IN SOCIETY Meetings We Know
 Announce

The passing of summer brings many of our gay folks back to the Magic City. Vacations have been spent in the mountains. at the sea shore, in the west, and at various and many camps. Society among all, except the school sets, has lulled, but now that the clans are again gathering, the buzz and hum of coming events and plans may be heard wherever groups of girls and women are to be found. The different card, sewing and other social clubs will resume their meetings with the first of October and Interesting affairs will crowd in thick and fast. The clubs, courts, links and porches are crowded with eager mem- bers, all discussing the prospects for gaities this winter
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29

RANDOM NOTES

Miss Jordan Prince and Miss Elizabeth Prince left this morning for Washington, where they will be at Washington col iese for the winter.
 Mrs. Ben Steinharter and Miss corinne otelnnarter, who were called here by the death of Mrs. Steinharter's mother. have been the guests of Mrs c. Bernstein and will leave today for their home in Cincinnati
 MT. and Mrs. Maurice Lenk are spend ing a few weeks at Ashevills. N. c.
 Mrs Clay c. Hafer and Mrs. T. M. Stone left Yesterday to visit friends in Pass Christian and New Orleans
 Miss Caroline Copeland will arrive to spend few days with Mrs. Robert Baugh today. Miss Copeland was called from the city by the illness of her mother and her many friends will be glad to have her with them again.
 MT and Mrs Harrison Stewart Mathews and Miss Eleanor Graves Mathews are the guests of MT and Mrs. Edward D. Smith.
 ming to build a new home at Roebuck Springs.
 MT. and Mrs. Lee Bradley are at home after stay in Lnnville. N. c.
 Mrs. w. V. M. Robertson. who went to Pike, N. H., to attend the wedding of her sen, w. V. M. Robertson, Jr., and Miss katyerine Pike. is now in Baltimore, where she will remain until the middle of October.
 MT. and Mrs. Julian Herndon have re- turned from a visit to relatives in Co., lumbus. Ga.
 Miss Evelyn Drake of Tuscaloosa Is the guest of her brother, Dr. Charles Drake
 
 MT. and Mrs. H. E. Mccormack have returned from Rome, Ga. where they went to see their daughter, Miss Louise Mccormack, who Is in school there
 MT. Herbert Mcconnell. who has been visiting his father Maj. J. E. Mcconnell, has returned to his home in Mobile.
 sss
 Mrs. John Anderson is expected home from Lansing. Mich, this week. where she spent the summer with her daughter. Mrs E. P. Pennington is at home after trip to North Carolina.
 
 Dr. and Mrs. E. E. May and their chil- dren will return this week from Shades mountain.
 MT. and Mrs. Houston Johnston and Miss Della Johnston will leave Sunday night for Atlanta.
 Mr. James Johnston will enter Georgia Tech this winter. Miss Eugenia Johnston will spend the winter at the Margaret Allen school as a pupil. Miss Jane Rogers, who has been the guest of Miss Alice Jones. will leave to- day for her home in Gainesville Mir Roderick Bethea and MT. Malcolm Bethea have gone to Chicago where they will be in school this winter. MT. Hal Fulenwider of Savannah, Ga, is in the city for few days.
 Miss Harriett Forbes, Miss Lucy Smith and Miss Catherine Mccormack left this morning to enter Ogontz school in Philadelphia.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
RECEPTION AT ATHENS
 COLLEGE FOR NEW GIRLS

The reception given at Athens college by the Y. w. c. A. for the new girls and teachers was a very enjoyable affair. The parlors were made attractive and fes- tive with autumn leaves and cut flowers, roses being used in profusion.
 The receiving line consisted of the pres- ident and other members of the associa- ton. These girls were daintily gowned in light colors. Novel contests were en- gagged in, the guests being divided to rep resent four of the leading colleges for young men. The general favor in which Auburn is held was manifest by the hearty applause greeting the decisions of the judges announcing the triumph of Au- burn over all other entries.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29

citizens and to stimulate industry among them, by prize that has been an incen- tive to many pin money enterprises. If woman realized what can be done with home grown plants from money stand point, and what beautiful work 1t is, a smal. hot house is an attraction for the home and woman needs bouquet every day in that home. In presenting this to the women of Alabama we have borne in mind very applicable suggestion from Ebert Hubbard. We want to do what is best for ourselves and we have discov- cred what is best for ourselves is best for others"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
HARMON
 HOSTESS TO FRIENDS

Mrs. J. w. Harmon entertained in honor of the tenth birthday of her daughter. Marguerite. recently. The spacious porches and beautiful lawns were deco rated. and the rooms of the home were scenes of joy and merriment. A color scheme of pink and white were effectively carried out in the refreshments and dec orations A tempting puncn was poured by Claudine Lawley and Bertha Wilder.
 Mrs. Harmon was assisted in enter talning the young people by Miss Valerie Lawley and Mrs. William Sims About 25 guests enjoyed Mrs. Harmon's hospi- talty.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29

for individual booths this year with $100 for first prize, we could easily have had 50 such homes. had not the financial crisis broken into the enterprise of this de- partment," Mrs Reid said.
 Women have learned through the me- dium of the fair that there is money in everything that they do well. If it is not actually cash across the counter it Is made by the saving at home. The work of this department is due to the cooper ation of the Alabama women exclusively We do not take exhibits from any other state in the union. Our sole purpose has been to bring out the talent of our own
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
SplitInfinitive Defined

"A review warns writers against the use of split infinitives. What is a split in- finitive? IGNORANT STUDENT"
 To split an infinitive is to divide the proposition ''to," which is the sign of the infinitive mood, from the verb For ex- ample. ito cordially approve" instead of Ito approve cordially" It may not be ungrammatical. strictly speaking It is considered awkward and inelegant by our best grammarians.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
E MARION M VHARLAkDS X HELPING HAND
Wants Books and Melon Seeds
Ae1zd11ou A,zs1sd

T wish some reader would send me some books and magazines and some muskmelon seeds. I will pay express upon them. MRS. c. B. s.
 Your name and request are registered. The calls for reading matter are so nu- merous this week that members who take many magazines are exhorted to gather up back numbers and send to us for the names of applicants It is wise to clear away the accumulation before settling down for the winter. We note the request for seed. Will our garden CTS do the same?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
MRS. LOWELL TO COMPLIMENT
 MISS JOHNSTON

Complimenting Miss Della Johnston who will leave Sunday for Atlanta Mrs w. s. Lowell will entertain at a fare well luncheon at her lovely home on Ridge Park avenue today Miss John ston is popular member of the young
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
Wants Embroidery Designs

Would you kindly send me some em- broidery designs, and you will oblige me very much by sending them as quickly as possible. A. J."
 The Corner is not a depot for articles wanted or rendered. We hope that fancy workers, reading your request. will send to us for your address and forward to you directly the coveted de- signs. They are doing the like kind deeds every day. You must await patiently the orderly routine of demand and supply as conducted through our agency. .4
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
Request for Magazines

"Will you please send my address to the woman who has magazines to give away? I will gladly pay postage for them MRS. s. S."
 To what woman do you refer? Many have put magazines at our disposal, and we are issuing a call today for more. the stock in hand being exhausted. When we get other offers we will try and select yours for you. I wish you had sent the signature appended to her offer
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
MRS. PTTTMAN TO
 ENTERTAIN HER CLUB

Mrs. R. l.. Pittman will entertain the Fenelon club at her home, 1918 South Gwentieth street, Friday afternoon at l2:30 o'clock
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
THE QUI WYE
 CLUB TO MEET

The Qui Vive club will meet Sat urday with Mrs, E. P. Glass a her home, 14S6 North Thirty first street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
ANNOUNCEMENT OF COUNCIL
 MEETING WEDNESDAY,

The Woman's Advisory council will meet Wednesday at the First Methodist church, in the basement at 11:45 a. m All members are urged to be present
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
Records Worn Out

T wish to thank those who sent music to me. l enjoy it very much. have . friend who has a phonograph. Her rec ords are all cracked and worn. If any of we would be glad to have them. They are disc records MR8 II. N.'
 One whom we have bsfrienoed and wh9 iS grateful for the kindly eflieee
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
SOCIETY IN
 GREATER BIRMINGHAM

Mrs. Earl Jones left this morning for a. visit to Chattanooga.
 MT. G. W. Grady is spending several weeks in New York Mrs. J. C. Calhoun is the guest of rela- tives in Hopkinsville, Ky.
 Miss Willie Mae Norwood has returned from a stay at Meridian, Miss.
 Mrs. W. S. Glaziener is at home after visiting in Talladega.
 Miss Agnes Harwood complimented Miss Jeanette Williams, a bride-elect of this month, at linen shower Saturday after noon The color scheme of pink and white was carried out in the decorations and refreshments. The honor guests entered with Master William Coaches to the strains of the wedding march, after the arrival of the other guests and was pre- scented with heart shaped basket con taning the linen. Those present were: Mrs. F. w. Harwood, Mrs. John Collins. Mrs. John Wood, Mrs. Margaret Doak, Mrs. James Smith, Mrs. James Stewart, Mrs. David Carr, Miss Carrie Williams. Miss Jessie Rogers, Mss Cora Fucker, Miss Florence Moore and Miss Jeanette Flynn.
 Miss Alma Dunbar has returned to her home in Georgia after spending the sum- mer in Pratt City.
 Mrs. O. A. Downs is i'll at her home.
 MT. and Mrs. J. A. Hoicombe have re- turned from New Orleans and are at home with MT. and Mrs. w. P. Johnston at East Thomas
 Little Susie Horn of Gardensdale Ala, is visiting MT and Mrs. J. B. Palmer
 Mrs. St. Davis is critically i'll.
 Mrs. w. E. Murray entertained the members of the Susana Wesley circle Tuesday afternoon at her home in Wood- lawn. The house was decorated in golden rod and greenery. After a business hour the members each told of how they had spent the summer and of their various trips. An ice course was served to about 12 guests.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29

CT set and her host of friends will re gret to see her leave Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29

rendered by members would lay before us the want of a friend. Let us know if there are spare records for the pho nograph. One does weary of the oft repetition" of few tunes and long for a variety. Pass them on! Active circu- lation" Is one of our stereotyped mot toes. Stagnation is deadly in all branches of business.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
Deaf and an Invalid

 T am little deaf and an invalid girl who can't go about much. I dearly love to read all kinds of magazines and books. Do you think some one would give me few? I have some books that I would be glad to give in return for magazines. Your little friend,
 A. M. S."
 You must not think it incumbent upon you to offer anything in return for the magazines which I can safely promise will go to you when compas- sionate readers have your little story We have other deaf members who know what reading means to one who loses much that Is said to which she would gladly be listening. The eternal silence Is distressing beyond comprehension ol those whose hearing Is unimpaired.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29
A Bows Ambition

T am widow with an only child, a son. who has a talent for music (violin). While work every day for his support and education. I have not the means of giving him musical education. True, have paid for lessons. and he has made remarkable progress even with inferior instruction. l write you, thinking that perhaps some kind person would use his influence in securing a free or par tial scholarship in some school of music in our city. The realization of a boys ambition would mean much to both the boy and his mother hope you will see lit to publish my letter and that some good angel will answer it. l.. F. R"
 The above is inserted after a period or painful deliberation. We cannot ask Tor contributions in money, as all have been given to understand. It is highly probable that some reader may have in- huence in the quarter indicated by the mother, and be inclined to exert 1t in behalf of the ambitious boy. I hold her address
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-29

The Needlecraft club will meet Thurs day afternoon with Mrs. Zack Cheatem
 Mrs. G. E. Leville of Chicago Is visit ing her sister, Mrs " k. Hinkle.
Richmond times-dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1914-current, 1915-03-23
LLOYD GEORGE URGES LABOR
TO SHOW GENEROUS SPIRIT
Attaches Great Importance to Ncccssity
of Tremendous Increase in Output
OF War Material.

LONDON. March 22-David LLOYD
George. Chancellor of the ExchcQucr.
attaches great Importance TO the i'm
mediate necessity of tremendous IN
crease in the output of war material
In an Interview in the Daily Citizen.
he dwclls on the dramatic change which
has como over the great Industrial re-
Lotions as result of the war, and de-
clares establishment OF labor ad-
visory committee would DO step that
might have almost incalculable results.
lie said:
1T amounts to this: There Is OPEN
Ing UP great new factor In the his
tory Of labor. II labor approaches this
thing in broad and generous spirit
and not In a hagglinE spirit. this docu-
ment which WINS signed on Friday ought
to be great chapter for labor.
Tho next step will DO the organza-
tion OF all our resources for the pro-
duction OF munitions Of war, and with
out such an agreement this would have
been impossible. This country would
inevitably be deprived OF victory In the
war. II labor had failed US. II by any
mischance Germany should win. il
would be tho Eloomicst day that ever
dawned for labor. and II this expert
mcnt fails / can imagine nothing more
fatal to collectlvist ideals In the future
because the British people are essen
TALLY n people who act on example
and experiment rather than on argu-
ment"