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The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
THE WAR AT A GLANCE

The entene allies are not gong to abandon their Balkan campaign.
 This decision, Paris dispatches state, was reached at the war conference that has been in progress in Paris for the past day or two between Premier Briand and General Gallieni, the Branch war minister, and Sir Edward Grey and Earl Kitchener, the British foreign and war secretaries, respectively.
 Although it is semi officially stated that the British and French troops are being withdrawn from Servia, the con- ferences approved the maintenance of French and British troops at Sa1onilxi Measures have been taken to insure the security of the expeditionary force, it Is declared, and when conditions indi- cate that the time is ripe, the offensive will be assumed with adequate forces
 Coincidentally comes the report from
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
Numerous Aspirants Are Grooming Themselves for
 Congressional HOnOrs
LIST OF JUDGES
 WILL BE LENGTHY
Little Opposition in Sight So Far to State Officials Who Must Be Elected Next
 Year
By l.. s. BETTY

Montgomery, December n.-(Special) Although there are scores of men in Ala bama eager to begin their campaigns TOT state, congressional and county offices, 1t is certain that the majority of them will restrain their ardor until after the bond issue election next month. Any immedi- ate efforts looking to political prefer- ment in the spring primary would be re- sarded in the light of wasted sweetness on the desert air. if parody will be per mitted, or, better still as an evidence ot the lack of an appreciation of the fitness of things.
 The voters of Alabama do not care to trouble themselves with more than one issue at a time. The constitutional amendment election on January IS next to authorize the issuance of $1,5oo'ooO of bonds for the purpose of paying the states floating debt is now the para mount question in the minds of the peo- ple. and they have neither the time nor the inclination to consider issues of lesser importance.
 Hence, while there are many prospec- tive candidates eager to sound their bat tie cry none of them has the temerity to enter the political field in the face of so overwhelming an issue as the bond election. In the meantime they are Vall- antly curbing their patience, conducting their campaigns thror~h the medium or correspondence and street corner gossip and collecting data and information that may be of real benefit to them when the proper time arrives.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
Harding and Delano
 Return to Capital

Washington, December 11.-(Special.) Mr. Harding and Mr. Delano, members of the federal reserve board, returned to Washington this morning after their southern trip. Both expressed satisfac- tion in the great business revival in the cities and states they visited.
 MT. Delano expressed especially satis- faction with Birmingham and admitted that the size and importance and spirit of the Magic City surprised him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
JAMES SANATORIUM 935 S.BELLEVUE BLVD.
 MEMPHIS, TENN.
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 baccO and Cigarettes
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The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
VETERANS MONEY
 PARCELED OUT

Selma. December 11.-Commttee in charge of the recent Veterans reunion this afternoon met and parcelcd out non- eys left from the general fund. One hum dreG dollars was given to the Morgan Pettus memorial fund. s10O to the Carne- gie library, and s400 to the Dallas County association. The money will be paid over Monday by Gen. eral Chairman David M. Scott.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
Y. M. C. A. CAMPAIGN

The campaign for the securing of s2000 for the retention here of the Railroad Young Mems Christian association will be evxtended through Monday, it was an nounced here today. About $1700 of the total amount has been pledged, and it is thought that the entire sum will be se- cured by a little additional work. The four visiting railroad Young Mems Chris tian association secretares who assisted in the campaign left today for ther homes
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
DURING THE PAST WEEK LIKE A
 GREAT STAGE WITH
 NUMEROUS PLAYERS
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She even declared that the only states in which democracy in the last elections made headway, were those in which the Congre essional union had canpaigned against the party.
 Instantly the fat was in the fire. Sev- eral suffragettes missed. The anti-suf- fragettes returned the compliment with a concentrated sulphuric glare. And very quickly Mrs George scored.
 Sometimes" she cynically observed "the fitness of women to go into poli- ties is happily illustrated.''
 It was a palpable hit, and the storm e,,bctaa6
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
Increase at Pisgah Home

The number of inmates of Pisgan home has increased over 70 per cent since the change in management and Mrs. c. L. Orr is still chairman of the board of trustees. Contributions of mems and women's cas off clothing, shoes. underwear, etc, will te thankfully received. Also groceries and table supplies Contributors may phone 211-J West End. or address Post office Box Si9.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
Never Wants a Drink

James Sanatorium, Memphis Tenn.- Gentlemen: l am sending you my boy w. c. Farley. Take him and treat him just as you did, the other one l am also sending you check. If there are any other expenses I will pay them. The other boy l sent you has not drank a drop since the treatment and is now attending strictly to business. The other patient sent you is also clothed in his right mind and does not drink drop. You can publish this letter, or any part of it, if you zee fiS Yours truly G. w. FARLEY.
 Mayfield, ky, June g, 1915
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
NEW LICENSE INSPECTOR

Notice has been received here of the appointment of R. M. Lipscomb, well known business man, as license inspector for the counties of Morgan and Lime stone Mr Lipscomb's duties will be largely identical with those of the back tax commissioners. this office being abol- ished by the legislature.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12

Thomas Heflin of the Fifth district, w. B. Oliver of the sixth, E. B. Almon of the Eighth or George HuddleSton of the Ninth will have opposition for re- election. However the primary is long time off, and 1t is difficult to say what the developments may be in these dis tricts during the next few months
 In the Eighth district there may be some opposition to Judge Almon. but no one has yet announced Speaker A. H. Carmichael of the house of representa- tives, it is declared, has no intention of running, and there appears to be equal ground for the belief that no one else will enter the field, notwithstanding there have been rumors to the contrary.
 NO OPPOSITION
 Up to the present time there have been few announcements for state of fees with the exception of those who will seek reelection. For chief justice of the supreme court there has been no announcement other than that of Judge John c. Anderson. who desires to be retained in office. Neither is there any opposition to AssociateJustices Or mond Somerville and Lucien D. Gard ner, both of whom will ask for renom- ination in the primary in May. From present indications, the members of the supreme court seeking reelection will us uIIOppOStu.
 But the situation with respect to the court or appeals is different. The terms of office of all three members of that tribunal will expire in January. 1917, and, as a consequence, they will all be candidates in the spring primary. The members of this court, as is known, are Judge John Pelham, presiding judge; Judge E. Perry Thomas and Judge J. B. Brown.
 Others desiring places on the court of appeals are Chancellor w. w. White side of Anniston and Thomas E. Knight of Greensboro.
 Sam P. Kennedy, president of the Alabama public service commission, has no opposition, and the chances are that none will develop. Senator Alto Lee of Gadsden and Representative Ernest Fite of Marion have been men toned as candidates for president Of the public service commission, but it is doubtful if either will enter the race. Each of them, in fact, has informed The Age-Herald correspondent that he has no political aspirations at the present time, and while that statement committed neither against opposing MT. Kennedy, it was taken as an in dication that neither had any inten- tion of doing so. It is believed, there fore, that MT. Kennedy will have no ppostion--certainly no serious oppo- sition.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
TO RESTORE SWITCH ENGINE

The switch engine in the Southern rail- road yards here which was pulled off on account of the financial depression will be restored Monday, in order to handle the largely increased freight traffic, it was announced here today, and W. F. I.anders will resume his duties as yard foreman.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
NnTICE

Members of King Hiram lodge No. .74, A. Y. X A. M., are requested to meet at the Masonic temple at 10 o'clock Sunday morning to attend the funeral of Brother F.. J. COnstos. In- terment at Oak Hill cemetery at II o'clock. All MnsOns are invited to at- tend. J. k. FAULKNER.
 WOrshipful Master.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
Liner Ultonia Aground

London, December 1.-The Cunard liner Ultonia, from Quebec for St. Nazaire, France. wits a genera cargo, is aground in the St. NaZaire roads, says a dispatch to Lloyds. Her position is not critical.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
Home Treatments

For Alcoholism. Tobacco Habits and Nervous ness Are Furnished by JAMES HOME REMEDY COMPANY. s35 s. Bellevue Memphis, Tenn.--Adv.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
Local Data
Weather Conditions

Summary of observations made at United States Weather Bureau stations during the 24 hours ending 8 D. m., 10th meridian time, December H. 1915:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12

Athens that Greece has made all engagements for demobilization and f decree to this efec fs ss7sN shortly.
 One of the allied Greece has been for deme Ssfea King Constantine has dec sec not consent to this step u $ to do so by coercive mea u
 SaIonilzi dispatches de sA 4f lied forces are still hoIHlar ssSs Servia crossing the Var M of Doiran, their retreat lair j positions being effected naa gx difficulty. Advices from asms s5- on the contrary, have be a te A treat was greatly harri ns @ < garians.
 Word comes from Ser M FE are indications of a hurr oneEng tion of Russian troops a s. ttss manian border.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12

J. A. Miller, who formerly cddetconu
 I. A. Miller, who formerly conducted a piano business here, but who recently has been in Florence. has returned to the De- caturs and will at once open a store for the sale of pianos and other musical in struments.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
CONFEDERATE MONEY

terfet? This was the intricate legal prob lem presented to Mayor Nelson today, when a white man was arraigned before him on complaint of negro merchants, who contended that they had been handed two good Confederate $10 bills. Mayor Nelson reserved decision, pending an in- vestigation of the law against initiating the currency of the Unted States.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
CONGRESSIONAL ASPIRANTS


 But notwithstanding the reluctance of by Horatius, some mention should be made of those who are eagerly awaiting their opportunity. For as may be known, the waiting list is gradually swelling.
 It would be hard to say how many can- dicates there are who are prepared to enter the race for congressional offices. The second, or Montgomery district alone already has furnished seven prospective candidates, though 1t IS doubtful if as many as that will enter the primary. Still, Congressman Dent will have much opposition, and it may be that that cir cumstance will aid his chances of re- election Those mentioned as opponents of Congressman Dent are Judge Mike Screws of the Montgomery court of com mon pleas, O. C. Wiley of Troy D. M Powell of Greenville Representative George Smith of Lurverne, Solicitor L. H. Brassell of Andalusia and Col Frank M Stone of Bay Minette.
 The next largest list of entries in the congressional field is in the Fourth dis trict, which is now represented by Fred .Blackmon of Anniston. In this district there is mention of Representative H. M. Judge of Columbiana and Craig Smith of Dallas county.
 In the First district Congressman Oscar Gray will likely be opposed by former Congressman George w Taylor of Marengo county.
 OPPOSITION TO STEAGALL
 Congressman John L. Burnett of the Seventh district, as usual, will have opposition. Solicitor L. B. Rainey of Gadsden will make another attempt to secure a seat in the national halls of Congress, and it is probable that re- publicans of the district also will put forth a candidate.
 Congressman Henry B. Steagall of the Third district at present has no opposition, though there is some men, tion of J. J. Speight of Eufaula as a candidate for congressional honors from that district. Mir Speight, as will be remembered, was private secretary to Henry D. Clayton.
 It is unlikely that Congressman J.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
How to Reach Sanatorium

To reach sa1atorium take Linden ave- nue car, get off at Bellevue and walk three blocks north. or take taxicab and come direct to the sanatorium. When re- quested we meet trains and boats
 For further information and booklet containing testimonials in regard to sanatorium eSeatment address
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12
CHAs. B. JAMES sANAToRIUM co.

935 s. Bellevue, Memphis. Tenn. Correspondence Confidential.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12

First Church of Christ Scientist. Elev- enth avenue and, Twenty-frst Street, South-Servces will be conducted at II o'clock and o'clock. The morning sub ject will be. God, the Preserver of Man John Sparrow is first reader. Sunday school will be at 9:30 o'clock a. m. and Wednesday evening there will be n testi- monial meeting at s o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12

The Birmingham Sacred Harp singing class will meet today at the Methodist church in Tuxedo and hold sacred song services beginning at 1:30 o'clock. The public is invited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-12-12

Dr. l.. C. Branscomb, presiding elder of the Birmingham district, will preach at the First Methodist church this morning. In the evening at 7;30. Dr. J. w. Johnson. pastor, will preach, his subject being, "Etiquette-A Sermon OF the Art of Life" Sunday school begins at 9:S0.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-04-02

not aged, no matter if newspapers through youthful reporters, mere babes, do persist int calling them so. There are some of the most marvellous women of that age to be found today. They do not look old, they do not. feel old and they do all kinds of work from society to active reporting.
 There is something repe1lant about this word 'taged.'' It seems much worse than being called old. Per- haps the newspapers use it for dramatic effect, for that reason, as there is not much news value in being old. Everyone growing old, more or less, but growing old enough to be called aged, seems to imply a. general impression of decreptitude that cer- tainly does not apply to most people who are in the sos.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-04-02
ENGLISH SUITS ARE MOST ENTHUSIASTIC
 IN WAR ENDEANORS

London, April 2.-ssPatrfotdc fervor draws tl1underous cheers in place of old time 5eers,,'4 is the way London newspaper heads an article on Mrs Pankhurst as a popular war orator. The papers itself is violently anti-snf- lragette. but honors the war truce which the suffragettes announced at the beginning of the war.
 IttWas only 9 year ago when a ssecch by Mrs. Pankhurst was sig naIF for a riot, if allowed to proceed at all- Now she is described by a re- pcrter in these graceful words:
 graceful, dignified figure the suffra ge leader makes as she faces the audience. Over a beco1ningf black dress she wears a black lace shawl: suspended from a thin gold chain is a torgnette which she does not use The Union AJack centered across a curtain of green forms the stage background.D
 5 Her women followers still send up floral offerings to the stage, says the reporter In speaking, Mrs Plank hurst carefully avoids passion and inyectives but she presents her points clearly and teIIingIy and with con viction. At the finish of her speech. young suffragettes sell post card souvenirs for patriotic fund.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-04-02
Money Urgently Needed
 To Combat Vernin, One
 Of Worst War Scourges

Berlin, April 2.-An antf-vermin fund is the latest and most unusual product of the war. It has been start ed by the central committee in charge of gifts to the soldiers, which has appealed to every German in the em- pire to contribute at least one mark. The biggest banks in Berlin, with branches in every large city. <~have been made the Repositories and agents.
 The unique fund is the outcome of almost pitiful appeals from the sol diers in the east, increasing in mum Der every day. Worse than hunger, thirst or sickness, they say, is the terrible scourge that has attacked them and against which they are powerless. Supplies of materials for combating the pest have been ex- hausted and at present there are no funds on hand for the purchase of more.
 The appeal that has gone out is headed: Give Quickly! Tine Need is Urgent!' It is believed to be the largest campaign of it's kind in his- toE5t Not only are the soldiers suf- fering terribly. but when invaIided back home are apt to spread disease. Farmer Want Ads One Cent q Word.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-04-02
WORKING ONES WAY
 THROUGH COLLEGE

Although the expenses of sending boy or girl through college are steadily increasing. yet the number who work their own way through seems to be gaining as fast or faster.
 It is one of the fine things about college life, that students who are working their own way" seem to stand well socially. They may not get as many invitations. simply because they are carrying papers or driving gro- cery wagons at times when their class mates are hanging around the society rooms making friends. But no stig- ma attaches to work. Social lines may divide their parents in their home town. But young people are more generous than grown ups, and are not apt to draw arbitrary lines of distinction.
 Young people who work their own way get quite as much out of college as anyone else. They may not ac- quire quite as much of the social pol ish that comes from tea-ta'bIes and chapter houses. But they are living a life of earnest effort, which always brings reward.
 The average college boy. financed by e generous father, can hardly be
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-04-02
CHAPTER m.
[ Resort to Diplomacy.

 ~&HE countess sprang to her feet
 with sharp cry of alarm
 Heavens, Fl forgot about
 that. There is secret panel and-heaven save us.-it opens directly into my bedroom!" Her eyes were very wide and full of eonsternation. She gripped my armA Come! Be quick! We must pile something against it Or nail it up or do soInethingr'
 She fairly dragged me out into the corridor and then, picking up her dain- ty skirts, battered down the rickety stairs at SC swift pace that had some difficulty in keeping her pink fig ure in sight. Why is it that a woman can go downstairs so much faster than a man? I've never been able to ex- plain it.
 At last we came to the broad hall at the top of the main staircase. Almost directly in front of us loomed the great pad1ocked doors leading to the other wing. Passing them like the wind, she led the way to the farthermost end of the hall. Light from the big pane less windows overlooking the river came streaming into the vast corridor, and could see doors ahead to the right and the left of us.
 s'Your bedroom ?1 I managed to gasp, uttering belated question that should have been asked fve-or six flights higher up at time when I. was better qualified to voice it. What the dick ems is it doing down here?'
 She did not reply, but, turning to the left, thre-~ open door and disappear ed into the room beyond. I followed ruthlessly, but stopped just over the threshold to catch my breath in aston ishment.
 I was in 'tmy lady's bedchamber.''
 The immense Gothic bed stood on its dais, imposing in its isolation. Three or four very modern innovation trunks loomed like minarets against the opposite walls half open. Some of my most precious rugs adorned the floor, but the windows were absolutely undraped.
 Don't stand there gapingi'' she cried in a shrin whisper s'This is the mir of a spring There is a small hole in the wall behind it, and then there is still another secret door beyond that, a thick iron one with the sixth Baron Rothhoefen's portrait on the outer side of it. The canvas swings open. We must''-
 was beginning to get my bearings. s'The sixth baron? Old Ludwig the Red?'
 "The very one.P
 '"Then by love he is in my studyl You don't mean to say''-
 'Please don't stop to talky' she cried imDatiently. looking about in dis
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-04-02
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tsAnd now will you be good enough to tell me who am?'' she asked after "a few minutes. That is, who am I supposed to be?''
 "Oh,'' saic I uneasily, you are real ly nobody. You are 5Britton's wife. 2
 ssWhatI Does Britton know il?
 'fYes,'' said l, with d Wry smile. "He took mean advantage of me in the presence of George Hazard not an hour ago and asked for a raise in wages on account of his wife's illness. It seems that you are an invalid.
 .sI hope he hasn't forgotten the baby in his calculatiens.'
 ssHe hasn't, you may be sure. He has named the baby after me9'
 .'How original!''
 teI thought it rather clever to change Rosdmary's sex for a few days said I. Pless,'' she said. "How is he looking? Does he appear to be unhappy 2" There was a curious note in her voice, as of anxiety or eagerness. it vas hard to tell which.
 ssHe appears to be somewhat senti- mental and preoccnpied. He gazes at the moon and bites his nails"
 tsI-I wish I could have a peep at him some time without being ,
 ssFor heavens sake, don't even con sider such thing!'' I cried in alarm.
 '.Just little peek. MI. Smart" she p3eaded.
 ssNo!1 said firmly.
 Every weI,n she said resignedly, fix ing me with hurt eyes. I'm sorry to be such bother to you-a
 .I believe you'll go back to him after a1l,'' I said angrily; Women are all alike. They
 "Just because I want to see how un- happy he is and enjoy myself a little you say horr1d things to mel" she cried almost. patheticalIy. eYou treat me very badly
 There is a great deal at stake,' said I. ..The peril is-weIl, it's enormous. I am having my own time heading of scheme they've got for exploring the entire castle. Your hus-your ex-hus- band says he knows of a secret door opening into this part of the''-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1915-04-02
A FEATHER IN ONES CAP

Dear Miss Libbey:r
 I am young girl of eighteen, and am very much of a t.hoIne giF1.' In fact, I very Seldom go to any parties. All of my friends keep telling me that it is not natural and that should go out more lest be an old maid. Do you think that my future might be marred by my being such a home girI2
 H. G. think you are most sensible not to go every night here and there; just to let your face be seen, as iIlyi- ted. Young men often prefer, when they seek girl for their life partner. one who has not passed all of her time at entertainments. While you should go to a party once in a while. yet it is a feather in your cap to be preferably a home girl.