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The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1915-01-09
INTEREST REVIVED
IN CAPITAL RACES
Clerkships in Two Houses
Will Be Among the Early
Questions Settled

Walter n. Miller, editor of the Colbert
County Reporter, published in Tnscum-
bia, passed through Birmingham yester-
day en- route to Montgomery, where he
will prosecute his campaign for assistant
clerk of the lower house of the legis-
lature He was assistant clerk OF the
last legislature and in his race of the
present time is unopposed
The presence of Mr.. Miller revived Cos
sip in Birmingham relative to the organ
izaton of the two houses. For clerk of
the lower house W. f. Herbert of De-
mopolis clerk of the last house. il a
candidate. and is opposed by John Adams
of Ozark. James Kyle of Jackson. clerk
of the senate, will again be clerk, it is
understood, for he has no opposition.
For reading clerk of the senate there are
two candidates. Judge s. Williams OF
Clayton, former member of the lower
house. and David Holt. the well-known
newspaper reporter of Mobile.
After the races for president pro tenn
of the senate and speaker of the lower
house, the races between young men for
minor positions are the most interest
ing features of the early hours of the
leglslatre's session. The races are gen
orally very spirited.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1915-01-09
PROHIBITION FORCES
ARE EARLY ON SCENE
Several Leaders Left Yes
terday for Montgomery.
To Open Headquarters

The prohibitionists left Birmingham
yesterday afternoon for Montgomery
First Of all was the Rev. Brooks Law
renee. superintendent of the anti-saloon
league of the state. Others constituting
the vanguard of the strong lobby which
will be maintained during the session OF
the legislature were F. M. jackson, Wal
ter Sessions and Borden Burr.
1t has been reported, as is known, tina,
the Rev. Mr.. Lawrence had been deprived
of his position of commander In chief
Yesterday there was presented no proof
that that report was true. However, II
BE- understood that he win not be given
the prominence which he was accorded
In the past.
The prohibition leaders were appar-
emily very confident, and expressed the
belief that statewide prohibition would
be restored within a very few days. Dur.
ing the session prohibition convention
fs planned, and the chief orators will
be r. p. Hobson, sometime candidate fol-
the United States Senate. and ex-Gov
r. B. Glenn of North Carolina.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1915-01-09
GOOD INVESTMENTS
AT SEARIGHT-REESE
Victor c. lionel Says This Phase Is
Important Feature of His
Firms Advertising

Tn my discussion of the Starlight
Reese company advertising in ycster-
day mornings Age-Herald." stated
Victor c. lionel yesterday. "it appears
that the first few paragraphs of tho
article conveyed an impression con-
trary to the meaning I was trying to
bring out.
'The idea had in mind was this:
Proof that we have good investments
for every prospective furniture buyer
is always one of the most important
lhases of our advertising. Except for
the two semi-annual furniture sales.
we do not make speciality Of adver-
tIsing bargains but always does our
advertising impress readers of the fact
that our stock is a good Investment
because Of its quality, beauty and ex-
cellence for the price at which it is
offered"
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1915-01-09
NELSON COMMITTEE
HOLDS SESSION ON
PERMANENT RELIEF
Another Meeting Is Probable
Before Formal Report
Is Submitted
OTHER COMMITTEES
ACTIVELY AT WORK
Believed Increase in Rate of Taxation
Will Be Ultimately Recon-
mended for Submission to
Vote of People

The subcommittee of the committee of
100 of which Frank Nelson, Jr., is chair
man. held an executive session yesterday
afternoon in the Chamber of Commerce
building, and endeavored to reach ar
agreement regarding what its report shall
be- The subcommittee was appointed to
devise a. plan for the permanent relief
of the city of Birmingham from financial
troubles.
After the meeting Mr. Nelson stated
that there would probably be another
meeting before the report was completed
He did not state that there was ths
disagreement among the members which
is reported.
As is known, the committee has inves
tfgated three hypothetical remedies, an
increased rate of taxation, an equaliza-
ton of assessments. and a division of
Jefferson county. 1t is understood that
a majority of the members will favor an
increased rate of taxation, and a minority
will favor the creation of a separate tax
ing district for Birmingham, both plans
contemplating scientific equalization OF
the burden of taxation.
The work of the various subcommit-
tees is about complete. The subcommit-
tee named to investigate the conduct OF
the municipal government is about ready
to report. The report, it is certain will
be in every way, favorable to the COM
missioners of the city. The subcommit
tee named to devise a plan for the i'm
mediate relief of Birmingham will re.
port favorably on the idea of submit
ting bond issue of $1,5oO,0oo bond
issue from which money can be ac-
quired with which to pay the present
debts of the municipal government.
1t is believed that the committee OF
100 will vote to increase the rate of tax
alton. This proposition will ultimately
be submitted to the people, Should il
receive the support of the legislative dele
cation, it would be submitted in the form,
of a proposed amendment, and the people
of the state, not to be effected them
selves, would probably give Jefferson
what they would be led to believe tina,
Jefferson wanted. However, there was
very grave doubt expressed yesterday as
to whether or not the legislative delega-
ton would stand solidly and enthusiast.
cally for the report of the committed
of 100 when there seems to be no ques.
ton but that the majority of the people
of this city. alone to be effected, are OPP
posed to increasing the burden of taxa
ton.
The committee of 100 will meet next
week. Following it's final action a dele
cation will be sent to Montgomery to
acquaint the solons with those things
the committee might desire.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1915-01-09
MEYER ACQUIRES
MAXWELL HOTEL
Birmingham Concern Given
Contract for Renovation
of Nashville Hosiery

1t was announced yesterday that Rob-
ert r. Meyer. a Birmingham citizen and
one of the best known men here, had
acquired the Maxwell hotel in Nashville
by leasing it for 20 years. Mr.. Meyer is
at present the owner of the HERMITAGE
OF Nashville and the Seminole of Jack
sonville. as we'll as other hotels in other
southern cities. He is the principal own
er of the Empire laundry in Birming
ham.
Following the announcement that Mr.
Meyer had bought the Maxwell it was
stated that a contract had been given
the Realty Construction company, OF
which Fritz Larkin is vice president
to repair the place and thoroughly rem
ovate the hotel, which Is famous in
Tennessee. Mr.. Larkin said yesterday
that his forces would start work on the
renovation at once. There Is quite q
large sum involved in the work of reno
waiting the place. according to local in
formation.
The Maxwell house in Nashville is
perhaps the best known of southern
hotels. 1t is famous for its political
history. During the war it was used as
a federal hospital and has since that
time come in for more than passing
attention. The statement was made here
yesterday that Mr.. Meyer and Mr.. Lar
kin would SO completely change the
place as to make it hardly recogniza-
BILE by It's best friends.
Mr.. Meyer is expected here during the
next day or two, and reports have ii
that he is figuring on hotel In this
city. No confirmation OF this report was
available yesterday.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1915-01-09
FACE COVERED
WITH PIMPLES
ALL HER LIFE
hut Miss Ayres Got - 'Beautiful Conn
pIexi0n at Cost Of Only S2sOO

hut Miss Ayres Got n 'Beautiful Coma
picxion' MT a Cost Of Only SxsOO
Nov. 23 1s14:-'-All my life my face
was covered completely with mass OF
pimples, blackheads and blothches.
spent = lot of money on numerous RENE
dies and treatments without success and
no relief At all 1 tried 30 many things
that 1 was afraid my case could not be
cured. Rcsinoi Ointment and Rssinol
Soap seemed to do me good right from
the first. / used two Jars of Resincl
Ointment and some Resinol Soap. the
total cost being only $500. and this
completely cured my case. My. skin il
without a blemish and / am the pos
SCISSOR of a beautiful complexion.
tsigned) Mabel Ayres. stone Moantain.
Va
Every druggist sells Resinol Soap
and Resinol Ointment For trial free.
write to Dept. ar. Resinol. Baltimore.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1915-01-09
Negroes Charged With Robbery

Parker Settler and Adomia Crusoe,
two negroes, were arrested yesterday
afternoon by Detectives Moser and Gar
ner and Officer Laruc and placed in the
city jail on a charge of highway rob-
berry. 1t is alleged by the arresting Of
Ulcers that the negroes held up and
robbed two peddlers on the Gate City
pike several weeks ago in broad day
light at the point of a pistol The detec-
tives state that the negroes have been
Identified.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1915-01-09
FIVE GENTS PROVES 1T

A Generous OGer. Cut out this ad, en-
close with cents to Foley & Co., Chica-
60. Ill. writing your name and address
plainly, and receive free trial pack
age containing Foley's Honey and Tar
Compound. for coughs. colds and Group;
Foley Kidney Pills, for kidney and blad-
der complaints. backache. pains in
joints, rheumatism: and Foley Cathartic
Tablets. a wholesome and thoroughly
cleansing cathartic. Try all three for
cents. the cost Of mailing. Sold BY all
druggists.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1915-01-09
Incorporation

The following certificate of incorpora-
ton was yesterday recorded in the Of
flee of the probate judge:
N5.ooo--The Neal Institute Of Alabama;
james v. Allen. president; william Tcney
vice president. ana Charles P. Allen. sec
Rotary and trsasurer.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1915-01-09
Real Estate Transfer

The following real estate transfer was
yesterday recorded in the office Of the
probate judge:
$1,000 Realty Investment company to
Eva Morris Grover, lot s. In block II.
Ensley.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1915-01-09
Marriage License

The following marriage license was yes
terday recorded In the office Of the pro-
bate Judge: ~
Andrew Harris. Birmingham, to Miss
jamie Rody.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1915-01-09

w. B. Everett, assistant secretary Of
the Chamber OF Commerce, went to Shelf
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
GOOD AND SUFFICIENT REASON
colored Man Knew Nothing About In
compatibility, but He Knew What
He Had Suffered.

The old negro had been arrested
for having nor than one wife" the
last woman being the complainant. He
happened to be well known locally
and an orderly character.
How many wives have you had?"
demanded the Judge.
six, yo' honor" was the reply.
why couldn't you get along with
them?" the Judge insisted.
We'll, suh-de fust two spilled de
white folks clothes when dey washed
'um; de thud worn't no cook; de
if-I1l tell you, jedge-de ff. she"
"Incompatibility?" the court sug-
gested.
mo, yo' honor said the old negro,
slowly, ut wern't nothin' Xix dat. Yo'
ies' couldn't get along wild her onless
yo' wuz somewhars else."-Case and
Comment.
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
COULDN'T STAND THE TEST
Applicant for College Chair Had to
Confess His Ignorance of One
Modern Language.

You aspire to become our profess
sor of modern language?" asked the
president of the board of trustees of
the Milledgeville college.
Yes, sir" was the respectful an
swer of the applicant.
"Koennen Sic Deutsch sprachen?"
asked the trustee sharply.
"Jawohli" came the answer of the
applicant, not to be taken of his
guard thus easily.
"Parlez-vous francais? demanded
the interrogation, giving the applicant
no time to recover.
"Oui," said the applicant. The pres
ident beamed with pleasure upon his
fellow members of the board.
1T seems" he said, addressing no
one in particular, that the gentleman
is eminently qualified for the post.
But" turning again to the applicant,
there is one more question that |
must ask you. What is the simian
equivalent of fear as expressed in the
monkey language as translated by
Professor Garner?"
Realizing that he had failed in the
supreme test, the applicant turned
sadly away.
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
A DOCTORS EXPERIENCE
Medicine Not Needed in This Case.

It is hard to convince some people
that coffee does them an injury! They
lay their bad feelings to almost every
cause but the true and unsupported
one.
But the doctor knows. His wide ex-
p~erience has proven to him that, to
some systems, coffee is an insidious
poison that undermines the health.
Ask him if coffee is a cause of con-
stipation, stomach and ervou trou-
bles.
Il have been a coffee drinker all my
life, and when taken sick two years
ago with prostration, the doc
tor said that my nervous system was
broken down and that l would have to
give up coffee.
Il got so weak and shaky 1 could
not work, and reading an advertise
ment Of Postum l asked my grocer If
he had any Of it. He said, Yes and
that he used it in his family and it
was all it claimed to be.
$50 l quit coffee and commenced to
use Postum steadily, and in about two
weeks l could sleep better and get up
in the morning feeling fresh. In about
two months l began to gam flesh. l
weighed only 146 pounds when ] COM
menced on Postum and now l weigh
167 and feel better than 1 did at 20
years of age.
81 am working every day and sleep
well at night. My two children were
coffee drinkers, but they have not
drank any since Postum came into the
house, and are far more healthy than
they were before" Name given by
Postum Co., Battle Creek, Mich.
Postum comes in two forms:
Postum CereaI-the original form
must be well boiled. 15c and 25c pack
ages.
Instant Postum-a soluble powder
dissolves quickly in a cup of hot wa
ter, and, with cream and sugar. makes
a delicious beverage Instantly. 3Oc
and SOC tins.
Both kinds are equally delicious and
cost about the same per cup.
There's a Reason for Postum.
sold by Grocers.
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
JUST FORCED TO COME DOWN
Reader vii See That Smiths Reason
for Descent Was an Entirely
Good One.

Here is a story that was told by
Congressman James c. Cantrill OF
Kentucky the other afternoon in illus
trating a remark on the force of neces.
sity:
Recently Smith hired a horse for a
canter along the pike, but the animal,
having neither a sweet nature o a
great desire to work ~strenuously, be-
gan to buck, and the rider was I'm.
gracefully thrown through the air and
dropped by the wayside.
Hello, Smith," smilingly remarked
a friend the following day; 81 saw you
out horsebacking yesterday"
You did," responded Smith, begin.
ming to wonder a bit.
Yes" continued the other, his smile
broadening. What made you drop
down so quickly?"
Case of necessity" answered
Smith. Did you e anything up where
l was to hold on to-"
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
CannY Scot.

Jack MacTavish and two English
friends went out on the loch on a fish
ing trip, and it was agreed that the
first man to catch a fish should pay
for a dinner. AS MacTavish vas known
to be the best fisherman Whereabouts,
his friends took considerable delight
in assuring him that he had as good
as lost already.
AN, dye ken" said Jack in speak
ing of it afterward, bath O. them had
a guild bite, an wis sac mean they
widna' pu' in"
Then you LOST" asked the listener.
"Oh, no. l didn't pit ony bait on my
hook."-Exchange.
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
Parish Registers.

The origin of parish registers dates
back to 1888, when Cromwell, Henry
Wits general, issued an injunction
to the clergy to keep a record of
births, marriages and deaths. And
the explanation of the gaps in ancient
parish registers lies in the fact that
during William Ills val with France
they were used to assist on the collec-
ton of a tax on births and marriages,
which was frustrated by the parish
clerks, for, as n of them naively
notes in his register: mo entries
were made for some years to avoid
tha tax"
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
Mistreating His Wife.

M~istreating His Wife.
II understand Mrs. Daubson posed
for a number of Daubson's paintings"
Eyes. There never was a more
striking case of wifely sacrifice"
Surely, you exaggerate her serv-
ices"
mot at all. I've seen the pictures"
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
Use for the Copper.

A policeman, with more than usual
avoirdupois and expanse of shoe leath-
er, had just passed a little terrace
house, with a bit of garden in front,
when a little boy ran after him.
"Halloa, kiddies," said the copper,
genially; what can l do for your"
Mother sent me out" answered the
youngster, ito ask you if you would
mind walking up and down our path
for a minute or two. It's just been
~graveled, and we amt got a roller"
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
one of Them Game out Ahead.

Hoping to be the first to relate
some unwelcome news, the youth
rushed into the house and said:
Father, l had a fight with Percy
Raymond today"
I know you did" replied the father
soberly. Mr.. Raymond came to see
me about it."
Well said the son, 81 hope you
came out as well as 1 did."-Ladies'
Home Journal.
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08

Rev. DR.. Newell Dwight Hills. sue
cessor to Henry Ward Beecher and
Lyman Abbott in the historic Ply
mouth church, Brooklyn, is involved
in financial difficulties which, as he
admitted to his congregation, are due
to his ambition for wealth and power.
Doctor Hills is here seen in his pulpit.
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
Location.

What was the weight of that fish
you were talking about all summer
Which fish," inquired the unblush-
ing boaster. The one l had on my
line or the one l only had on my
mind?"
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
OF Good Repute.

But what is his reputation? That
is the principal thing"
We'll, papa, he is reputed to spend
fifty thousand a year. That's good
enough for mei"-Judge.
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
Speedv at That.

Boss Ito new boy)-You're the slow
est youngster we've ever had. Aren't
you quick at anything?
Boy-Yes, sir; nobody can get tired
as quick as l can.
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08

Knicker-What is his motto?
Bocker-First be sure you're right.
then lose your head.
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
He and She.

She-Have you ever read Lives of
the Hunted?"
He-No; what's it about-bach-
elors?-New York Post.
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08

Mild Way of Saying you Lie"
Hobbs telling a tall story)-I as
sure you, old man, if l hadn't seen it
myself l wouldn't believe it.
Dobbs-Then you'll understand why
/ don't.
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
Tush, TuSh!

She-What a lovely view,
Held like it better if you turned
your face this way.
The Penn's Grove record., 1915-10-08
The More the Merrier.

The More the Merrier.
Who is that old fellow who says
everybody ought to own a home?"
That's old Mr.. Graspit. l fear he's
talking from a selfish motive
Yes"
HE holds a mortgage on more
bomes than any other man in town."
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-23
new YORK STOCK MARKET
Trading swelled by Speculation in
So-Called War specialties.
MORE THAN MILLION SHARES

NEW YORK. Sept 22.-Fnrther extrav-
ngant speculation In specialtioe, chiefly
those Issues known as war shares, helped
20 sven today's trading TO the very large
United states Steel and WESTINGHOUSE
Electro alone contributed one-third.
S 81. ineiden5aliy advancing s% to 7s%,
Us highest price since 1912. WestinEhouse
made a maximum gain OF ~ at i2lH. and
~ o,"s .S. AT lsV4e losing a Considerable part
o. Ine rise shortly before 4 became
been increased from to III per cent.
other very prominent features were
american Car and Foundry. American
Locomotive, Baldwin Locomotive, Amer
ican sSmelting. American Petroleum and
automobile issues. New high prices were
rrScorded by Bethlehem steel. which rose
t sns 20 S9s; Srneiele Steel preferred, y to
sah, the fret preferred ~ 20 @N, the
second preferred 5% 70 t9k; studebaker,
WOODEN, "a 70 65A.
General Motors, whose meteoric rise OF
recent days made Il the most conspicu-
Gus OF specialties. opened at sl5, an over
ntght gain Of 2 points. fell off 10, and
closed at $40 other special stocks OF no
particular designation rose 2 90 4 points
first preferred Canadian Pacific. 500
preferred, Southern Railway preferred
and Atlantic Coast Line improved thelt
FOR Investment issues was reiatively
narrow. More foreign selling of Amer
lean railway issues was reported from
London, where the International list was
low from l to almost points.
United states Stcels greater strength
probably had It's origin I'm the reports OF
the trade journals, which state, IN effect
that export business now constitutes the
dominant factor OF that industry: that
II was the demand from the foreign
sources rather than home inquiry thai
caused the advances IN various nanufac-
tured specialties.
Exchange markets continue TO wait on
the outcome OF the loan negotiations, no
changes OF note being shown by today :
rates, Sterling was n trinc stesdier
than continental rcmittances.
Bonds were firm. despite renewal OF
foreign selling. Total sales, par value
aggregated S3,SSO,O0O
on call.
Number OF safes and leading quotations
on stocks today were:
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-23

NEW YORK, Sept. 2-MERCANTILE
PAPER-3Gf3A per cent.
STERLING EXCHANGE--GO-da bills
SiLVER-Bar, axe; Mexican dollars
2slsc
BONDS Government. steady: railroad
TIME LoANs--steady; 90 days. "a pc
cent; 90 days. s% per cent; six months. /;
CALI MoNEY-steady: high. tx Dor
cent; low, ~ per cent; ruling rate. Ia
per cent; last loan. Ia per cent: CLOSING
bid. IA per cent; offered at. Ia per cent.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-23
MLsosIIAasOus.

HIVE fOU a FARM FOH bALET
Write a good description OF your land
ard send L to tine Sioux City. la. Journal,
"1owa's Most Powerful Want Ad Me-
dium,' Twenty-Five words every Friday
Saturday evening and sunday moTnins
for one month, giving sixteen ads on
twelve different DAYS for ~; or 70 words.
u, or rs words, ~
Largest circulation OF any Iowa news
paper, GO.OOO readers daily Ia four great
states.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-23
T.ANne m pANAnIA

That new country Uncle Sam Is boost
ing now offers wonderful opportunities
10 the man OF moderate means as well
as the investor. Lands that will produce
twice sS much as the best Nebraska
per acre, with easy terms, and no inter-
est on deferred payments. Call and let
us explain or write for literature.
HOMESEEkERS LAND co.
10 Bee Bldg. Omaha. Neb.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-23

LONDON. Sept. s2.--American securities
h. rolw fte- and
closed fractionally changed from yester-
day, Money and discount rates were
quiet American exchange was uncer-
tain, Gable transfers ranged from A.704.
TO SAN.
SlLXER-Bar. 2S%d per ounce.
MONEY-S5h1i per cent.
DISCOUNT RATES-Short bills, 47s6143.
per cent; three months, i1-1sqlA poi
cent.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-23

general crop state In the union; settlers
wanted lands for sale az low prices on
easy terms, Ask for booklet - on Wisoon-
sin Central Land Grant Excellent lands
for stock raising. II interested in fruit
lands ask for booklet on apple orchards.
Address Land and Industrial Depart. 300
Line Railway. Minneapolis dim
FOR SALONS offer selected hard wood
ridge cut-over lands all sized tracts. Al
right prices and easy terms: soil clay silt
loami excellent dairy and farming region
land convenient TO railroad In growing
settlements; good markets for all pro
ducts. Write for map and information,
John AIPin Lumber Company. Grand
Rapids, Wia.. sawmill Office at Atlanta.
Rush County. Wisconsin.
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-23
am nnh RnnIn.

TINE--Firm, 37%c; sales, 296 bills; re
ceipts, 3i bills; shipments. 1902 bills
|, ROSIN-Firm: sales, loo bills; re
celpts. LA bills; shipments 1880 bbis
stocks. "a 1882 bills. Quotations: "A. q, {,
X. aSo \. a SS Nc. SO: wi Wv < si " =
Omaha daily bee., 1915-09-23
Hank CIrnrinRn.

OMAHA. Sept. 22--Bank clearings foi
Omaha today were 1851, ll34, and foi
he corresponding day last year s.. sol
s92m.