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The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
WEEKLY LUNCH OF AID
 CLUB AT TUTWILER
uammond and Marsh Nominated for Board of Directors to Succeed
 Sterne and Ewing

Atone of the most enthusiastic meetings yet held. the Birmingham Ad club at its luncheon at the Tutwiler yesterday, nom- mated two candidates for the board of directors and discussed at length the pro- posed state law for the prevention of fraud in advertising. Frank Hammond and Charles B. Marsh were nominated as candidates for the board of directors to succeed Jerome K. Sterne and Robert w. Ewing, resigned. The election will be held July 27.
 The proposed bill for the prevention of fraud in advertising came in for a large share of the discussions around the table The Ad club is in favor of having the legislature enact as state law the ordi- nance now in effect in Birmingham. The club will attempt to enlist the aid of the Jefferson county delegation in its efforts to secure the passage of the bill, and will ask for the cooperation of the Birmng- ham newspapers. It proposes, if neces- sary, to send a delegation from the club to Montgomery to aid in the fight for the passage of the measure.
 Isadore Shapiro of the Jefferson delega- tion has a law for the prevention of fraud in advertising. MT. Shapiro's proposed bill, 1t is understood. would compel newspapers to print at the end of classified advertise ment the word. Advertisement and should 1t be blind ad, would compel the publication of the name and address of the advertiser, regardless of the nature of the ad.
 This bill came up for discussion yes- terday and the Ad club refused to indorse it. The club gwil endeavor to enlist the aid of MT. Shapiro in passing Brming- hams ordinance as a state law and will attempt to induce him to give up the measure he proposes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
ROUTINE BUSINESS
 BEFORE COMMISSION

Approved certain vouchers, pay rolls and contractors estimates.
 Destroyed by burning three public inn provement bonds which had been re- deemed at their annual interest period.
 Accepted check of John w. Smith, $SsS as payment on improvement assessment.
 Directed city comptroller to accept par tial payments on certain delinquent im- provement assessments.
 Authorized city engineer to have neces- sary repair made to Avondale school.
 Accepted bid of George F. Wheelock company of $50 for repdirs to city hall roof, this being the lowest bid submitted
 Denied application of Empire Paint and Contracting company to use wood shingles treated by their method in the city
 Appropriated sum of $500 to be rendered d. B. Zuber for deed for certain property at Pratt City for street purposes.
 Confirmed assessments under improve ment ordinance No. S1S-C, providing for certain improvements on Twelfth avenue, north, from a point 30 feet west of Thirty third street to a point 100 feet east of Thrty-third street, amount to Slb02. 39.
 Confirmed assessments under improve ment ordinance No. S56-C, providing for certain Improvements on Third avenue, south formerly Avenue O, from 314 feet west of Thirty eighth street to Thirty ninth street amounting to $l159.67.
 Appropriated sum of S100 for purchase of material for necessary repairs to school buildings.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
CRAVE AND GAY BEFORE
 BIRMINGHAM'S RECORDER
Ny ELLIS 0. HoLLuMs

The troubles of pastor with his flock were aired before Judge Davis In re- corders court yesterday morning and the dusky pastors troubles were heavily aug mented by a fine of s10 for disturbing public worship and $50 for carrying con- cealed weapons.
 According to the testimony given by members of the church, the pastor had been charged with immoral conduct and asked to resign Furthermore, the pre- siding elder of the church sent the pastor an official notice of his suspension from the pastorate and sent preacher to take his place until his case was tried. The members of the congregation who testi- fled at the trial insisted that they had called the pastor to attend a meeting for the purpose of airing the charges placed against him two times. Each time he re- fused to be present.
 The complainant in the case asserted that the suspended pastor was present at the meeting last Sunday morning and in- terrupted the service so frequently that the congregation left the auditorium of the church and adjourned to the basement to worship The plaintiff and one other man and two women remained In the au- ditorium. and asked the suspended pas tor to leave the church. He refused to do so and remarked that he would settle the trouble immediately. He reached toward his rear trousers pocket and the negroes said they saw the handle of a revolver.
 The defendants attorney began the cross examination.
 How do you know there was a revol- yer in the pastors pocket?" he asked
 'I saw Its handle, boss answered the witness.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
SILVER TEA SET|S
 PRESENTED AGEE Former Excise Commits siOner Entertains at
 Barbecue

most delightful affair was the barbe- cue and melon cutting given yesterday by w. c. Agee to number of his per- sonal friends at his summer home be- yond Shades mountain. The repast was spread in the woods adjoining the home and was delightful in every respect Bar becued meats, salads and vegetables were in profusion and thoroughly enjoyed py the assembled guests.
 Mir. Agee was the recipient of pleas ant surprise during the afternoon when he was presented with solid silver tea set, the gift of number of his business associates, as a token of their friendship and esteem. Ex-Gov. Emmett ONeal made the presentation speech and paid a fine tribute to the personal character and integrity of MT. Agee. The recipient made brief but heartfelt response in which he thanked the donors for the ele- gant gift and assured them he would treasure it always, not for its intrinsic value, but for the friendship it repre- sented
 Among the other speakers were Judge A. Latady. Frank s. White, Jr. Judge H. B. Abernathy, R. E. Smith, Frank Evans and others.
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Then you didn't see the entire pistol. You don't know how long 1t was, or of what make II vas
 Boss, didn't walt to see any more of dat gun than de handle Dat was enough for me. l ef."
 The attorney questioned another wit ness concerning the charge placed against the pastor by the church authorities.
 What did the church charge the pas tor wth?" he asked.
 "He was charged with immoral conduct for being preacher of de church" gravely responded the witness.
 "I know but what sort of immoral con- duct? There are several varieties of im- morality, you know.
 Why, boss. don't you know what im- moral conduct Is 2" queried the negro in astonishment. 'Ef you don't know. I'll tell you, but you Is in better position to know dan Is. Dis immoral conduct was with wimmins."
 What women?'' relentlessly pursued the lawyer.
 Desc two ladies here" answered the witness. pointing to saffron colored mem- bers of the flock He was immoral wid dem, cause he would stan around on the church steps after services and talk to em Oats no way for preacher to do, to stan on tho church steps and talk to ladies Oats where de immoral conduct come in and dats whut we wanted to try him for
 Judge Davis became wearied of the tes- timony after several minutes had passed, as indeed, did everyone else in the court room for 1t was plain that the negro preacher was guilty of carrying concealed weapons and disturbing the worship of the congregation.
 The fine mentioned above was admins- tered and the former pastor appealed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
COULD NOT DISCRIMINATE
 ON MONEY FOR CHARITY

The city eomm mssioners believe that every appropriation they had made for charity was worthy. but in fairness they could not discriminate, and if the amount appropriated was great or small they felt the charitahly inclined citizens would meet the deficit no matter what the cause may be.
 The employees of the city are meeting the situation somewhat philosophically and as one policeman expressed himself, Personally I had rather be laid off than work and not be paid for my labor
 The greatest concern is expressed in the cuts that affect the health of the city, particularly the collection and dis posal of garbage. Grave fears are ex- pressed that without the proper collec- tion of barbage and proper disposal much tion of garbage and proper disposal much that the United States government puts sanitation almost above every other con- sideration in it's posts and army camps and that wonderful results in regard to the health of the troops have come about by the prompt disposal of garbage by the incineration route.
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land of the free and of comfort and go back; in other words. if he liked his new home in Africa, his face beamed as he said: "l like to see people grow He also likes to note the influence of civilization, and the spirit of right dawn among neglected people; they want the truth. the faith that will lead them higher; and they are reaching for It. and he is happy to be among those who fill their needs, and supply the real staff of life-the strength of belief Every conquest ever made has been at a sacrifice, and what Is 1t to do without the luxuries and comfort of home if you can carry the light that guides the man who needs 1t most and Is dependent on the civilized world? This is the mis- sonary spirt 1t Is needed all over the world. even needed in Birmingham. where we have people who neglect themselves more than they are neglected by their fel- low man Nowhere but there is a corner that needs hand and head to lead the weak to light from dreariness.
 He that wrestles with us strengthens our nerves and sharpens our skill. Our an- tagonist Is our helper.
 ''They serve god well
 Who serve his creatures"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
RECORD WAS MADE IN CRIMINAL COURT Remarkable Figures Con- piled by Clerk-11S4
 Cases Disposed Of

remarkable record Is disclosed by .he figures compiled by W. B. Cope land, clerk of the criminal court, of the cases tried in the April term of the court commencing April and end- ing June 26. It will be recalled that during this term there were three judges on the bench-W. E. Fort, se- nor judge; H. P. Heflin associate judge. and John H. Miller. special judge.
 During this term there were 11Si criminal cases finally disposed of, a large percentage being jail cases. Ot this number there were 3S0 convic- tions, 2s0 acquittals. 461 cases dis missed and 6S abated by death or were withdrawn. In addition to trying these 215 appealed cases from the several po- lice courts of the county.
 Of the capital cases tried there were 27 convictions, 10 acquittals, 10 dis missed and six abated; total of 53. Of the noncapital felony cases there were 145 convictions, 57 acquittals 5I dismissed and 45 abated; total, 304. Of the misdemeanor jury, trials there were 59 convictions, 16 acquittals, 25 dis missed and three abated; total, 103 Of the misdemeanor nonjury trials there were 149 convictions, 197 acquittals, 269 dismissed and nine abated: tottal, 724.
 The large number of cases dismissed were nonjury misdemeanors princi- pally offenses of a minor nature and on investigation by the judge and SO licitor were stricken from the docket as best serving the ends of justice.
 The record as to capital and non capital cases actually tried is said to be without a parallel in the history of the county and was due to the fact that there was an additional judge on the bench, which was factor in reducing the number of prisoners In the county jail to the lowest figure in many years
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
PEOPLE APPARENTLY INDORSE ACTION
 OF COMMISSION IN CUTTING EXPENSES
Everyone Admits Something Had to Be Done. Employes of City Meeting Situation Philosoph- ically-C Concerned Over Health of City-Will Make Best of Situation Social Service De- partments to Continue, Depending On Aid of Charitable Public

Regardless of personalities prejudces dskes the large majority of the citizens of Birmingham apparently ndorse the the city commissioners their efforts bring the pentures of the city within its receipts That action mat how drastic needed almost everyone admits and while prepared say the city commissioners and ashed in exactly the right place. all admit 1t to the commission to make sweeping reductions The the attitude of the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
LETTER TO WILSON
 ON COTTON DANGER

The following letter by A. A. Poindex- ter has been sent to President Wilson:
 Birmingham, July IS, 1915. Hon. Woodrow Wilson. President U. S. A.. Washington. D. C.:
 Dear Sir: I am staunch democrat, born and reared in the south. I can't for the life of me see why there is such hue and cry about Germany sinking a few vessels loaded with ammunition for the allies and nothing said about Great Britain making us party to the war and starving our southern farmers to death by her blockade; the fact of 1t Is, we people in the south are beginning to feel that we have no protection. I supported you for the presidency and trusr may be able to do so again. but first, we of the south shall expect some protection through the present administration against Great Brtain's unlawful block ade. Respectfully,
 "A A. POINDExTER,
 ''7l0 South Thirtieth street.
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The following real estate transfers were yesterday recorded in the office of the probate judge:
 $1300--J. c. Head and wife to Mary L. Cato part of lots 8 and g. block 1S2, North Birmingham Land company's sur vey.
 s5100-Milner Land company to Min nie F. Coffin. lots IA and Ia, block (, survey of Milner Land company.
 $1200--Annie V. Tedwell to Charles N. Prichard. a lot at the intersection os Elyton street and McMillon avenue.
 S1125-Investment Real Estate com pany to Paul ]. Chambers, lot 13. block 2, survey of North Haven.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
TO MAKE THE BEST
 OF BAD SITUATION

The city commissioners, however, do not propose to sit idly by and let the city go to rack and ruin Hampered though they will be by the reduction in all the departments of the city they intend to make the best of the situation and do the very best they can under the circum- stances, and propose to work unceas- ingly to better the existing conditions.
 At the regular meeting held yesterday afternoon by the city commissioners there was little other than routine business transacted, and few appropriations were made The adoption of the budget as pro- posed was passed to be taken up at a conference of the board at a later date. The budget as published was submitted by President George R. Ward, Commis- sioner Weatherly expressing a willingness to vote for it's adoption as 1t stood On motion of Commissioner Lane the adop- ton of the budget was passed to a spe- cial conference of the board to be called later.
 A summary of the proceedings of the board follows:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
FUNERAL SERVICES
 FOR DIR. ELDRIDGE
Will Be Conducted From Late Resi- dence This AfternoOn-Well Known
 Educator Passes Away

Funeral services over the remains or Dr. Edwin R. Eldridge. n years Of age will be held this afternoon at O CLOCK from the late residence, 5l2 North Forty seventh street
 The death of Dr. Eldridge early Mon day morning will come as shock 10 his many friends over the state. He was widely known as an educator. lecturer and writer, having formerly been president of the state normal school at Troy. lie had been a resident of Birmingham TOT sometime and had many friends here.
 He is survived by his widow, two sohs and two daughters.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
Dr. W. R. Ward Injured

pr. w. R. Ward. 141s South Fifteenth street, was painfully but not serious ly injured yesterday morning when his automobile collided with a North Bes- semer street car. Dr. Ward was re- moved to the Birmingham infirmary and later to his home. where he was resting fairly easy last night.
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Marriage Licenses

yesterday recorded in the office of the probate judge:
 R. L. Fuqua, Birmingham, to Miss Bernidene Rutledge.
 James R. Garber, Birmingham, to Miss Elizabeth Taylor Evans.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
Live Stock Men Meet

Greenville, July 13-(Cpecial) )-But- Ter County Live Stock association met today in the auditorium of the Butler county courthouse. The meeting was presided over by J. E. Helms. president of the association.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
Citizens Will Find Some Way to Raise $125
 Monthly
PLAN FOR MISS FANCY
 TO EARN OWN KEEP
Would Buy Howdah and Charge Kid dies Nickel for Ride Around Park. Also Suggests Sunday Nov
 ing Picture Shows

The Avondale zoo will not be allowed to go by default according to a statement made yesterday by Frank w Smith, president of the institution Mr. Smith stated that while no definite plans had been worked out that he was advising with friends of the ZOO and that an nouncement would be made soon regard ing plans to maintain the group of ani- mals whose support the city has cut off entirely owing to a lack of municipal funds
 There are several plans which we may
 follow" state MT. Smith, "and all of them look as if they would produce results
 The people of Birmingham need not worry
 by any means that the nucleus of a ZOO which we have established at Avondale by long and hard labor will be aban- doned now since the city has cut off the zoo appropriation.
 Confident of Help The zoo is very popular It Is the
 start of what some day will be one of
 the finest municipal menageries in the
 country. And I believe the boys and
 girls and the fathers and mothers of Bir- 'iiihe hhih app tAldlt IL eIlOuSfl tb HtlD sup port it now when 1t needs assistance Tt only costs about SIPS a month to
 maintain the zoo, $50 of which goes to
 keeper, and I believe we can easily raise
 that money until the city recuperates and is again able to bear the burden. 'It would be utter folly to allow Miss
 Fancy to go. and believe that that ele- phant can maintain herself by a very simple scheme. What would the boys and girls of Birmingham think of a plan to make howdah for the big beast
 and charge them a nickle to ride on her
 about the park? l believe they would be
 delighted and Fancy might easily earn
 her own bread that way.
 Then we may try the Sunday picture shows. l asked the commission sometime
 ago to be allowed to operate the picture
 shows in behalf of the zoo. but they ob- jected then because the shows were being
 operated on Sunday in behalf of the poor
 and needy, This objection could not be
 raised now, however, and in this way we
 may be able to raise some money. Merchants Might Help Then again, believe that many of the merchants of this city would be willing to support one of the animals or cage of the animals if permitted to put an ad- vertsement on the cage so stating Isspe- cially the grain merchants. believe would be interested in such a plan
 And last but not least, if appealed to through the newspapers believe that the
 boys and girls of Birmingham would be glad to donate 10 or 15 cents month | to the support of the zoo and in this way the raising of the necessary money each month could be much assisted | T want suggestions from everyone in- l terested, and I know there are many peo- | pie interested. We're going to keep Miss | Fancy, and the zoo and the kids need not worry. We may need some of their nickels, and if we do I know they'll | gladly give them.'
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Cut Inevitable, Says White
Homes for Free Milk Depot

Louis Pizitz yesterday. in commenting upon the city's action in cutting off ini- portant charity appropriations, said he hoped the commissioners would yet find themselves able to take care of the free milk depot for babies.
 'This appropriation" said MT. Pizitz, 'is only $25 per month and Is vital to many little ones at this season of the year Many of them are depending on this milk. In fact 1t must not be cut off If the commission finds 1t cannot allow this sum l will obligate myself person ally to furnish this s25 a month for the coming year. The babies must have their milk"
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itCucd dii tiic tiIlo ecptClauy at night after going to bed. I could not sleep at all. The dandruff was so bad that 1t could be seen on my coat collar and my hair fell out. I had this scalp trouble for about four months.
 ''I tried - Hair Tonic and several other remedies
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DANDRUFF so BAD HAIR FELL OUT ItChed All the Time. Could Not Sleep At All. Dan-
 druff on Coat Collar.
HEALED BY CUTICURA SOAP AND OINTMENT

My trouble began with dandruf. It's first appearance did not itch very much but
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
Sample Each Free by Mail

With 32-p. Skin Book on request. Ad- dress postcard "Cuticura, Dept. T. nes- ton.'' Sold throughout the world.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14

but found none that would give mo any relief until tried Cuticura Soap and Oint- ment. I used the Cuticura Soap and Oint- ment about one week and was completely healed" (Signed) M. L. Bott. Weathersby. Miss. Jan. 1. 1915.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-07-14
BRIEF STATEMENT
 BY BEN NJ. JACOBS


 Ben M. Jacobs, president of the board of education, issued the follow ing statement in regard to the public schools:
 The board of education has under consideration the announcement of the city commission that it intends to re- duce the sum heretofore allowed the schools to the extent of s90. .00o. It Is proper to advise the people that if the commission adheres to this condition, and if no further relief Is obtained. it will be necessary to reduce the school term at least two months and prob bly cut out the use of free text books and supplies.
 "The board greatly regrets this con- clusion and hopes that some means may be found to make these drastic steps unnecessary"
 To Depend on Public
 Notwithstanding the withdrawal of the charity and other appropriations. many of the social service departments will continue Mrs w N Wood, pres ident of the Birmingham Humane so- ciety, announces that its work will continue without assistance from the city. Mrs Searight of the welfare de- partment is away on her vacation but 1t Is understood the work will still be carried on. The charity hospitals and other institutions will continue to operate and those in charge state they will rely on generous public to help them keep their doors open
 Among the many .citizens who viewed the cut of the departments of the city with the utmost concern was M. H. Me- Dowell of Ensley. MT. McDowell has been a factor in the civic affairs of the city for many years and has all ways taken an active interest In all vt, t,,t,, tp 1alt q In of the community. In an interview yesterday he said:
 "I certainly ndorse the recommenda- ton of the committee of loo that the city should live within its income. The people should never again vote a bond issue for current expenses A business that constantly spends more than If receives speedily bankrupts. l have not studied the proposed budget and am not in position to either commend or critcise. The city commissioners made the same promises in 1911 that have been made in 1915. Let us hope they will be kept.'
 Cut Inevitable, Says White
 Frank S. White. Jr., was one of the many who expressed regret at the necessity for such sweeping cuts and curtailments as was made by the city commission. yes he said it was inevita- ble. He fully concurred in the report of the committee of 100 that the city should live within it's income, and as he expressed 1t. "the sooner the bet ter" for nothing but bankruptcy could possibly be the result of continued deficit in the treasury of the city. He expressed the hope that relief would come speedily that 1t would not he necessary to carry out the sweeping cuts. especially in regard to the schools of the city.
 Hopes for Free Milk Depot
 Louis Pizitz yesterday. in commenting upon the citys action in cutting off im- portant charity appropriations, said he hoped the commissioners would yet find themselves able to take care of the free milk depot for babies.
 "This appropriation" said MT. Pizitz
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