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The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
PATTY JUST A LITTLE
 STUDY IN OPTIMISM
By DOLLY DALRYMPLD
<<k HAY run and look for my M sweetheart. ma'am?' inquired
 V A poffv <1,o .a15;z~. ~

I'M sweetheart. sss and %.s% 'ssr ,sss,1ss 'ss ~s A Patty, as the soldiers returning from the battle of Waterloo, marched through the quiet village where she lived and served.
 But I didn't know you had a sweet heart.'' replied her mistress in surprise. "No more have I. mann" returned Patty, "but what difference does that make? Any moment the man who is to be my sweetheart, may turn the corner of the street"
 Could optimism possibly go further, or be more engagingly expressed? Where did I get the idea? From MT. Barrie's delightful little TO- mance" Quality Street, which I have been reading again recently. and which enjoyed more than I ever did before, and I've read it time and time again, and have seen Maude Adams play it in the most bewitching manner. Patty" if you recall your Barrie" was Phoebe ThrosseIs maid; Phoebe who lived in Quality street was the heroine and a most charming one, too, as de- picted by Miss Adams.
 Patty was almost as much the heroine :! to my mind though, as Phoebe for Patty 1t was who strengthened out all the tangles of love in which her despair ing young mistress was involved; Patty" 1t was who most truly led the simple life.' which is the direct uncomplex life, for the simple life has little to do with environment; it is a state of mind and consists in closing the natural thing with a hopeful spirit.
 Phoebe Throssel, masquerading in the flnery of her vanished girlhood, appeared but a girl and as such in a spirit of fun Patty" introduced her to a startled admirer as Miss Phoebes niece, sir"
 Patty it was, who>perceiving that a lever, believing the advice acted upon and enriched family, when it had in truth reduced them to poverty, prompt ly set him right about the matter, and the lover being as simple and direct a man as Patty was a woman, took the hint so guilelessly given, and repaired his blunder with no loss of dignity to the gentle, yet proud-spirited ladies whom Patty served.
 Patty it was who lived her life in 6 fearless natural, cheerful way She en- conraged the hope that Springs eternal in the human breast
 She welcomed the visits of the recuit-
 ing sergeant and saw no reason to blush for encouraging what ''waspish" neigh bors termed "a follower" To her clear vision, every day promised untold possi- bilities. The corner of the street might prove at any moment the gladstone gate way whence might enter, the hero of her
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
Making a Bedspread

'I am a little girl, aged B, and am interested in patchwork. I should like to have some light pieces of cloth to make a spread for bed. I am willing to pay the postage price if you would get me the cloth. BEATRICE B"
 Blessings upon the thrifty lassie Hers Is so decidedly a. move in the right direc- ton that the hearts of quiltmakers every where should be moved in her behalf Please note that her heart is set upon
 some light pieces of cloth'' (presumably woolen) which are to go to the manufac- ture of a warm spread. Remnants-odds and ends, and samples of cloth-will fill the bill"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
Should Missionaries Fight, [,

Tientsin, China, August 25.-(Special.) Natho''gh far removed from the battle s-alds Of ehe European var. English set dement's in China are undergoing many of the same experiences now common in England. and the letter writers of the Chinese papers arc quite as active as the contributors to the Times and other London papers Why should mission aries not shoulder a rifle for the King?'' was the question propounded by recent letter in a Hankow paper. which has caused much comment throughout for- eign settlements in China The letter said: At Ruling and other similar re- sorts there are scores of strong, healthy and vigorous young mon. They spend their time in sport and social enjoyment Surely they would better servo for tho ultimate issue of the missionary cause in China if they shouldered a gun than they can by study of homiletics. by pgalm singing and drinking tea"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
Twelve-Year Error Learned

From the New York World.
 McMinnville, Ore.-Twelve years ago Josef Heinrich bought eight acres O: school land from the state, located, paid taxes and improved the place.
 N. w. Smith, who recently purchased 13 acres from the state. discovered that Heinrich had been living on his land and had paid taxes on another tract ons mile south, similar in description. In the 12 years Henrich had built a home on the Smith place. cleared some of the timber, and cultivated the land. Tho Heinrich tract in the meantime has not been improved.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
MRS. TYNDALL
 HOSTESS AT LUNCHEON

Mrs. Tndall entertained the members the ladies' auxiliary of O. l.. c., NC. IF, at her home yesterday The house was attractively made bright with golden rod and ferns. A social club which will meet every month was organized. At noon a tempting buffet luncheon was served to the following members; Mrs. J. T. Hunt, Mrs. J. P. Adams, Mrs. o. W. Cunningham, Mrs J. K. Reid, Mrs. M Hanbury, Mrs. George Dewitt, Mrs. A. Ha1l Mrs. H. M. Lewis Mrs. Snider, Mrs. H. Simpson, Mrs. George stevens ana Mrs. Smith.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
Troubled With Deafness

in the Corner about fear of becoming deaf feel that l must write a word of encouragement to her. Undoubtedly there are others who are similarly afflicted. have been troubled with deafness in my right ear twice. Each time I went to an eye. ear and nose specialist. who cleaned and syringed out the wax which7 had be- come hard and caused the deafness. The operation is not painful, and the hearing is restored immediately. I think most cases of deafness begin in this way and If competent surgeon Is consulted and the trouble is corrected at once there would be fewer cases of deafness.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
Self-PlayinR Music

Sometime ago received roll of mu- sic. have not an instrument to play on. I have passed the music on to some one else. I thank you all the same but my request was for some self playing music. realize it is difficult to get.
 MRS. A. s." Was your request for music box, or for a graphophone, or some other variety of automatic music machine? In ac- acknowledgement of your generosity in pass ing over the music to a neighbor and your fprbearance with the blunder that placed it in your hands, we will try to find a photograph that is no longer in use. or a music box not out of order which may meet your want Your address is safely registered.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28

mained at home. She was a soldier in her own sphere.
 With these symbols of yesterday al hand she lives in her native county that has almost outgrown the pine tree, and her scorching furnace stacks have stopped the necessity of the home made hat-but the sentiment of things that were is ours today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
He Found Out

Tells from the nursery brought the mother, who found the baby gleefully pulling small Billy's cur1s.
 Never mind. darling" she comfortsd1 "Baby doesn't know how it hurts"
 Half an hour later wild shrieks from the baby made her run again to the nursery.
 "Why, Billy" she cried, what is the matter with baby?"
 Nothing muzzer," said Billy, "only now he knows"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
MARY BALDWIN ALUMNAE
 ASSQCIATION'S LUNCHEON

The Mary BaHdwn AIumnae assoclatioH
 will give luncheon at the Newspaper Club October f. Miss Baldwin's birthday All Baldwin girls are invited. Those wishing to attend, will please notify the president, Mrs. Paul Earle or the secre- tary, Mrs Laura H. Alexander by Wednesday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
BENEFIT DANCE
 TO BE GIVEN

l There will be dance given at the Bir- | mingham Manufacturers hall. 1921 First avenue, Wednesday, September 29 by the | United Garment Workers for their sick l benefit fund, which has been heavily drawn upon during the spring and sum- mer. All those wishing to help will please come.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
Potato and Apple Salads

Having observed, and with profound
 satisfaction, the attention lately paid by
 yourself and correspondents to the sub-
 ject of salads I venture to contribute 8
 few recipes in that line. They have
 served me we'll for years. but are not
 original with myself In fact, l clipped
 them from various domestic corners
 of the daily press. But they are good
 So few American housemothers know
 how to compound salads that hail your
 move in the direction of these delicacies. Potato Salad-Boil eight potatoes in their skins, peel and set aside until cold. Slice when cold and sprinkle them with a little grated onion, unless strong onion flavor IS wished, in which case use more of the vegetable. Season with pep- per and salt. pouring over all five table , spoons of oil that has been well mixed
 and stir all together and set upon ice until wanted.
 "And this when there Is mashed po- tato left from yesterday in the refrige- rator. Don't think it must be made Into cakes or croquets in hot weather: Potato Salad Balls-Add to the left
 over mashed potatoes two or three ta- blespoons of vinegar, the same of olive
 oil. two teaspoons of grated onion, or less according to taste. Make into little balls. If desired. parsley may be chopped
 and added. These are dainty to serve on lettuce leaves as a salad, with boiled dressing or mayonnaise.
 l "In all weathers my family likes the
 last upon my list. It is especially nice when made of tart well favored winter apples, but harvest apples are also good: Cut into half inch lengths enough crisp celery to make three cups; add to 1t the same quantity of apples, cut into dice of l uniform size. Season lightly with salt
 and pepper and mix all together with a rich mayonnaise. Serve on lettuce leaves and pour mayonnaise over all
 Don't print all of this if you have a press of matter on hand. It will hold over. VETERAN CONSTITUENT. l The batch of recipes is printed TOT the general good. Each has merit, and we
 are the richer for them Don't forget us
 when the scissors make your gems from other domestic corners" Let us share | in the find"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
Vermin on the Head

My daughter had head vermin about three months ago. These pests have gone, but the nits remain. They are dead Will you please teQ me what can do to get rid of these horrid things? We have tried kerosene. I hope to see the answer in the Corner.
 "HORRIFIED MOTHER"
 Wash the head we'll with tincture of larkspur at night; bind a handkerchief about the wet hair and leave 1t thus all night. In the morning comb the hair carefully and slowly with a fine tooth comb and burn the combings. Two or three applications of this kind will rid the head of eggs and larvae. Many school cildren are liable to the pest. Mothers cannot be too careful in this respect.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
Seeds of Castor Beans

q note in the Corner that a writer who signs herself 'Maisie' wants castor beans. I will send her some seeds if may have her address. Also to any oth- CTS who wish some of them and will send postage. I have some pieces for quilts. If there is any one who has cro- chet patterns of lace or yokes or maybe some old books having lace designs will be glad to get them. if am not asking too much. MRS. J. F. K"
 This bit of miscellany belongs of right elsewhere, perhaps since it has to dc with the charitable branch of our wouk I give it here with a purpose. Should the member who wanted castor beans still desire to get them will she sent to us for the address of her stranger friend? Her second and third request. are passed down the line to those who may wish to assist in a good work.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28

'In sending my address to people who want to learn lip reading please observe that my offer was to some poor shut-in or one who is too poor to paW am not a teacher-only charity worker. when I can be useful. Several persons have asked me to teach or help them and l am going to try on the Corners ac- count, but do not expect too much. It is too bad that more publicity is not given to lip reading. q. SIC"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
NELSON-HALL
 MARRIAGE TAKES PLACE

The marriage of Miss Lucy Hall, daugh- ter of MT. and Mrs. Alphonse J. Hall, and
 Dr. Robert Nelson, which took place Sat
 urday afternoon, September 15 was very quiet affair. The young couple left immediately for a trip to Chattanooga
 After October 1 they will be at home with Mrs. Grimes Taylor in this city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28

Mrs. Sara E. Mosely announces the en- gagement and approaching marriage of
 her daughter, Minia, to MT Roy E. Will
 klnson, the wedding to take place at the | home of the brides mother, 1512 South 1 Fourteenth avenue, Tuesday Noyem- | Der 16.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
FRENCH CIRCLE
 TO MEET TONIGHT

The French circle will meet tonight at Capitol Park inn at S:3O o'clock. All oi those who are interested in French are invited to be present at this interesting meeting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
HIGHLAND BOOK CLUB
 TO MEET OCTOBER 13

The first meeting of the Highland Book club will be held on October 13, at the home of Mrs. James Bowron
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
Petition from a Mother

"Will some one give. me family Bible? Such as was used on the center table and contained the family record if there is one that I may have. Also will some one save flower seeds for me and mark them so I will know what they are? Wila some one pass along to me some of the older magazines? I am the mother of a family of six, all under 21 years of age, with five in school. My husband is an in- valid. I will be glad to get these things, but do not want to crowd out more im- portant matters. MRS. J. J. G."
 A triple headed petition which is yet modest when one analyses it. A Bible, some flower seeds. few older number of magazines are the sum total. And the woman, who has an invalid husband. six children under age and a slender purse to draw supplies from, begs that her request may not crowd out more important mat ters!' Let the facts of the case speak for themselves-and to us.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
TERRAIN LITERARY CLUB
 HOLDS MEETING

The beginning of the school term at Central High school means the beginning of the literary societies. The Pierian held
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
Don't Send Parcels to the Office

There being many calls for music thought I would run over my collection and pick out those that I didn't want or seldom if ever play. Some people would be glad to get them. So have sent you, under separate cover, a bunch of music which you may give away at your discre- tion. Later on l will send more. I hope that you will keep up your good work
 w. M"
 I regret to report that the precious bunch has not reached us. Parcels consigned to newspaper office so often miscarry that 1t is hardly safe to send them in that way. When we hear from the gift you will hear from us. Mean- time believe that we thank you heartily and value the interest that finds this practical demonstration.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
MnonHdhandshelpin6Hand
 Bu Madan IfzIand
Offered tn Inyalids
Bu Marion HHand

and crochet hook. hold the writer's ad- dress.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
Asks Loan of Transfer Patterns

''I live in a small town where there are not many amusements. I like to em- broider to pass away the time. Perhaps some kind reader may have embroidery transfer patterns? I would certainly ap- preciate them and after had copied them would return them if desired or pass them on. HAZEL R.
 Fancy workers must not weary in well doing, such as is designated by this cor respondent The patterns suffer no dam- age from the copying. How much good they do is known to wielders of needle the wedding of their brother, MT. Steven Edwards.
 Mrs. H. D. Robinson has returned to East Lake after visit to her parents in Galveston, Tex.
 Mrs. F. w. Norris has as her guest Mrs. James Hilton of Louisiana.
 Miss Ruth Simmons of Monroeville 10 the guest of Mrs. l.. A. Keene.
 Mrs. c. G. Jones will be hostess to the Twentieth Century Housekeepers club this week.
 The Improvement association of the Barrett school will meet Wednesday aft ernoon at 2:30 at the school.
 Mrs o. J. Meadows returned yesterday after spending the weekend at venoit.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
NEWS OF THE DAY IN SOCIETY

News womens Section the Navy in Social oAnnment
 Notes
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28

Troy eur Fsn.t Resn-TAe Tutwiler.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-28
WILKINSON-MOSELY
 ENGAGEMENT ANNOUNCED

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The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1915-04-13
BANK GETS INJUNCTION TO
STOP BEING HARASSED

WAsnINGToN. April 1.-THE Riggs
National Bank. one OF the strongest
Of the institutions OF this city and
allied with the National City Bank
OF New York. has appealed TO the
courts To- protect 4 against the ni-
legged malice OF Secretary McAdoo and
John Shelton Williams, Comptroller
Of the Currency.
The officers OF this powerful bank
charge McAdoo and Williams in effect
with attempting to wreck the banks
business in oplcr 10 vent their per-
sonal vindictiveness. The officers
further aver that Government and
other deposits have been forced from
them as the result of the MCAdoO-
Williams campaign and they dcclar"
that they have been harnssed beyond
further endurance.
The bank shortly after the iilne OF
It's remarkable petition in the supreme
Court Of the District Of Columbia got
n temporary injunction granting the
relief asked pending argument on
April l6.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1915-04-13
The Institution Gets an Injunction
to Prevent the Comptroller From
Penalizing 1t and From Mali
ciously Harassing It.
WILLIAMS ISSUES A COUNTER BLAST
BITTERLY ASSAILING THE BANKERS
He Declares That They Unlawfully Got
Dummy Loans From Their Own Institu-
tion---Fight Expected to Broaden

T HE Riggs National Bank of Washington, of the most
powerful financial institutions of the country appealed 10
the Supreme Court Of the District Of Columbia yesterday
to Secretary cAdoo and Comptroller of the Currency
Williams from continuing their alleged attempts wreck the
bank.
In response to the petition which in the form of bill of
complaint charges the Secretary and the Comptroller with
conspiracy the court granted temporary Injunction giving the
relief asked.
Comptroller Williams issued last night counter blast
against the Riggs National in which he the bank Off
of unlawful practices and declares that they at
time borrowers from their bank by direct and indirect
of funds equal to twohirds of the institutions capital
New York bankers generally approve the action of the
Riggs National Bank in bringing the fight into the courts
This action regarded the beginning Of a great srug
gle between McAdoo and Williams hand and banking
interests which they have attacked form another
The effect political and otherwise upon the Administra
ton expected to be of far reaching character The
Treasury officials preparing to the battle along the
criminal lines if the seems advisable.
McAdoos enmity against certain banking interests has
been assigned to their refusal support him in the tunnel
project here
Comptroller Williams is said to harbor deep resentment
against the Riggs National Bank officials the result Of his
Seaboard Air Line experiences.
These and other points Of friction have been much dis
cussed banking circles Of the East and the present
merely fulfls expectations of a tremendous conflict.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1915-04-13
Wife Says Husband
Tried to Drown Her
Prisoner Accused of Attempt
ing to Run Taxicab Contain
ing Woman Into River.

NEWARK. n. j., April 12---Accused by
his wife with having attempted to drown
her in the Passaic River this afternoon.
then hurting her from the automobile
and trying to run over her, Matthew
Latimer. "a years old, a taXicab owner
OF 1875 North Sixth street. is under ar
rest charged with atrocious assault and
battery.
Mrs Elsie Latimer who is &c years
old, told the police that about noon her
husband stopped Mt their home and
asked her to take ride. She sat with
him on the front seat. When the auto
mobile reached the Erie Railroad bridge
over the Hackensack River. Mrs Lati-
mer says, her husband tried to run the
taxi into the river. She grasped the
bile back to the street Her husband
became so angry, she asserts. that he
threw her from the machine and tried to
back the taxicab upon her
Five young men picked up the young
woman and when they were about to
demand an explanation from Latimer he
drew a revolver. put on speed and es-
capped.
Mrs. Latimer and the young men went
TO a telephone and called the police sta
t!on. She told what had happened and
gave the number of her husbands taxi
cab. Latimer was arrested and taken
to the Second precinct station
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1915-04-13
BOMB PLACERS CONVICTED.
Jury Finds AbnrnO and Cnrbonc
Guilty in Cathedral case.

Frank Abarno ana Carmine Carhone
were found guilty in General Sessions
late last night Of placing a bomb in st
Patrck's Cathedral on the morning &C
March .. when 700 persons were At
mass. The extreme penalty for their
offence is twenty-five years in State
prison. but II is deemed unlikely that
having made recommendation OF
mercy.
The jurors retired at 80 O'Clock last
evening and remained out for one hour.
when they were permitted to 60 20 the
Broadway Central Hotel for dinner.
They resumed their deliberations at .
o'clock At II 80 Judge Mott was asked
for his opinion as to the status in this
case of Detective polignau., IT had
been alleged in defence OF Abarno and
Carbone that the detective was the
leading spirit OF the trio ana that the
prisoners were induced tn commit a
crime by him.
In answer to the jury's request Judge
Mott said that the detective had n right
to do as he did so long as he was
without criminal intent and for the pur-
pose of thwartnG crime. The verdict
was returned within five minutes after
the jury retired after receiving this
| instruction
Abarno and Carbone were rcmanded
for sentence on April 10, Their convlc-
ton is the first under the law which
went into effect on September | last.
fixing penalty OF twenty-five years for
person convicted OF eudangering life
By placing a bomb. The court room was
well filled when the jury came In, but
Ben Reitman was the only prominent an
archst recognized. There was no dem
onstration on the part of the friends
of the two men.
The sun. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1833-1916, 1915-04-13

The new bill contains stringent pro-
visions 20 make sure that the civil ser
vice laws Of the State are carried ou'.
All employees OF the La Dor Department
and the compensation commission except
the commissioners, deputies and division
chiefs are TO be under civil service resu-
Ia ton,
The new bill provides for Ave indus
trial commissioners to serve six years
AZ $4,000 a year and provides three
deputies one in charge OF inspection at
s6 600, one In charge of the compensa-
ton commission at $4,000 and the third
in charge OF mediation and arbitration
at So 600 a year,
The bill was drawn under the super
vision of and has the approval of Prof,
John II. Cummings OF the University
OF Wisconsin. who Is considered the
foremost expert on la Dor legislation,
and three instructors OF Columbia Uni
versity, Prof. Henry s, Seager, who is
pres dent of the Association for Labor
Legsla ton; Prof Samuel McCunc Lind
say and Prot, Thomas o, Parkinson,