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The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18
GERMAN TEACHERS
 CHANGING IDEAS
Drawing Lessons From the Hard Trench Life-Must
 Be More Practical

Berlin, August 20.-(Correspondenc of
 portant among the probable effects of
 the war are the changes that it may
 cause in the educational system of Ger
 many. The hard life in the trenches
 now shared by thousands of German
 teachers, Is evidently bringing them to
 the conclusion that the whole educational
 system must be overhauled and recast
 in the direction of emphasizing modern
 necessities.
 Such teacher is Dr. Herren, director
 of the gymnasium in Bueckeburg. In the
 trenches before Rheims, where he ha5
 been fighting for months, he has been
 talking with other teachers and with
 officers and men who have passed
 through the usual gymnasium course of training, and with their cooperation he
 has drawn up scheme for the reform of the secondary schools. He sent his pro posals to the leading school official of the province of Hanover, who had them published as a sign of the times and az suggestions for what should be done after peace is proclaimed"
 The chief idea running through Dr. Herren's scheme Is that education must be made more practical and modern, old studies that are chiefly valuable s men- l tai discipline must be discarded or made l optional, and boys must be trained more l for the duties of present day citizenship Physical exercise and sports for the de- velopment of health and strength must 1 be more freely cultivated. Manual train | ing must be made obligatory in all the classes of the gymnasium, workshop must be added to every school, and the | boys must learn to know the qualities of all kinds of material, must learn to repair apparatus and machines, must work in metal and wood.
 Coming down to the curriculum, Dr. Herren proposed to make Latin only all l optional study after the boys pass into the three upper classes, and Creek and Hebrew are to be relegated to the uni versailles altogether. He would make history of prime importance in the coursa of study and would use 1t as basis for teaching many other things. giving spe. cial attention to the leading features in the development of civilization and t' the growth and development of the Ger man people, and inspiring the young men with a sound hero worship. To this end he would give rather scant attention td | ancient and medieval history, in order to I ley all the greater emphasis upon mod I efn history. Thorough instruction in tho l political systems of modern states, In l the theories of the state. in constitutional
 history, is insisted upon. Geography must be much more thoroughly taught. espe'
 clally commercial and political geosra- | phy About every country the question | must be asked: What interests have VI l there?"
 l After practically brushing aside the an | cient languages. Dr. Herren treats th' | leading modern languages with scarcely l less generosity French, Tn view or Its
 diminished importance, is made optiona 1 and English will probably have to bt | treated similarly"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18

senate for confirmation. As soon as the senate acts, MT. Sevier will assume his new responsibilities.
 The appointment of MT. Sevier, 1t is learned, will be highly pleasing to Dr. Thomas W. Palmer, president of the famous industrial institute at Montevallo. and pleasin too, to the many friends of the appointee. MT. Sevier is regarded as one of those who have displayed deep interest in educational affairs of the state, and it is believed that he will enter upon the discharge of his obligations with avidity.
 News of MT. Sevier's proposed appoint ment will be received with special pleas ure by his Birmingham friends. As gen. eral agent of the Southern railway and allied lines he possesses fine judgment on all big questions and he has during recent years shown marked interest in educational matters. He served chair man of the educational committee of the Chamber of Commerce and on the sub- committee of the committee of one hun- dred, which made a thorough investiga- ton and report on Birmingham's school system.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18
Decision Sustained

Atlanta, September 1.-The state su- preme court here today sustained the Fulton superior courts award of $5000 damages granted to J. N. BatemaN of Atlanta, against Frank Rothleutner of Kilgore, Neb. Some two years ago Rothleutner had Bateman arrested and tried on charges of swindling him out of approximately 5000 here and in Miami. Fla, through alleged betting on fake horse races. After a nistrial. tho case against Bateman was dismissed. He then brought suit for $25,000 against Rothleutner and was awarded
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18
GADSDEN
Death Mystery Unsolved-ReaI Es- tate Market Greatly Improved-Cot- ton Deliveries Heavy

Gadsden, September 17.-(Special. ] Efforts to solve the death mystery that came to light when Vincinzo Giarrizzo, an Italian, was found dead in his house In the steel plant quarters yes terday with a bullet hole in his head, had failed up to a late hour this aft ernoon. Relatives of the dead man ar- rived here today and are assisting in the investigation.
 The officers are of the opinion that Marine accidentally killed Giarrizzo but is afraid to confess it.
 A camp of the Modern Woodmen of America will be organized in Gadsden on Wednesday night, September 22.
 The Etowah Baptist association will meet on Tuesday. September 21, at Glencoe. An extensive programme has been prepared. Dr. Purser, pastor ol the First Baptist church of this city, will deliver the opening sermon
 The local real estate market is show ing more activity than in several years There is a good demand for building lots and dealers say that there is 8 particularly strong demand for small farms.
 Deliveries of cotton to Gadsden con- tinue heavy. Reports received here from farmers indicate that half the cotton is open and ready to be picked Local buyers have been paying 10H cents for the best grades.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18
To Visit Russian Prison Camps

Vienna. September 17-(Via Berlin and London, 123o D. m)-The Austrian gov ernment has learned that Russia is will ing to permit Austrian nurses to visit Russian prison camps provided Russian nurses receive the same privilege in Aus tria and Hungary.
 Diplomatic negotiations have been be- gun through the Danish Red Cross for the formulation of plan such as has
 just become effective between Germany and Russia. The Austrian nurses would
 be accompanied by officials Of the Dan
 ish organization.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18
To Recommend Dry Dock
Washington, September IT.

Washington, September IT. Secre- tary Daniels today informed a delega- ton of business men from Norfolk and Portsmouth, Va, headed by Sem ators Martin and Swanson and Repre- sentative Holland, that he again would recommend to Congress that a giant dry dock be constructed at the Nor folk navy yard. The delegation urged particularly that the Norfolk navy yard be allowed to build a number of submarines.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18
Government Funds Not Needed

Washington. September 17.-William Me Lartin. federal reserve agensaat St. Louis. informed the treasury department today that government funds were not needed there to finance the crop movement this year. Agents at Kansas City and Mime apolis notified the treasury yesterday that eovernlnent deposits were not needed in their districts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18
THE WEATHER
Weather Forecast

Washington. September 17.-Ala- bama, Mississippi: Partly cloudy Sat urday and Sunday; probably showers near the coast
 Tennessee: Partly cloudy Saturday,; Sunday fair.
 Georgia: Generally fair Saturday and Sunday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18

"Open Door" at White House
 Washington, September l7.-Presi dent Wilson maintained the .open door for an hour today at the White Hous executive offices. For several weeks h, has seen only official callers but todd. he changed his routine and shool hands with nearly 50 visitors.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18
ANNISTON
Battery c Leaves for Birmingham. Cotton Advances

Anniston, September 17.-(Special. )--John M. Crook, probate judge of Calhoun county, has called an election to be held in this county on October IS to allow the people to vote on the question as to whether or not they shall approve the ap- propriation of funds by the county com- missioners for the building of vats in which to dip cattle preparatory to the eradication of the Texas fever tick. It is believed that there will be little trouble in getting the people of the county to vote favorable to the proposition.
 Friday was the last day spent at Camp John T. Morgan by Battery G, First Field artillery, of the Alabama National Guard. They left for Birmingham Friday after noon after having spent 10 days in camp under the instruction of Capt. William Michel and Lieut.. B. M. Bailey during which they made great improvement in their work, according to the instructing officers of the camp
 Congressman Fred l.. Blackmon, who will be assisted by State Agent J. T. Watt and Mrs G. H. Mathis, has announced his itinerary for the diversification cam paign to be conducted in Talladega and Cleburne counties. The campaign will begin next Tuesday at Borden Springs and Oak level. Two places will be visited | each day thereafter. as follows: . Musca- dine and IIopewell Bell Mills and Eason's Mills, Hollis schoolhouse and Hef1in, Gle
 burne countq. Three places day will be visited In Talladega county. as fol- lows: Sylacauga, Fayetteville and Talla desa Springs; Childersburg, Lanier ant 1 Renfroe; Tallade.a Winterboro and Al 1 pine; Ironaton, Munford and Lincoln. | Cotton on the Anniston market Frida, | sold at 10.6S%, being an advance ovel l Thursday. The local market continue! steady around 10 cents. Local banks arr
 now lending money on this years crop a l 6 per cent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18
SEVER WILL BE NAMED TRUSTEE
 FOR MONTEVALLO
Birmingham Man to Be H0nored by the Governor. Greatly Interested in
 Educational Matters
By HUGH W. ROBERTS

Montgomery, September 1I-tspeoiaL) Ii is learned that Governor Henderson is preparing to honor a resident of Bir- mingham. L. Sevier will be made member of the board of trustees of the Alabama Girls Industrial school at Montevallo.
 The appointment of the governor will be sent Monday, 1t is probable' to the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18
Newman Erb Better

New York, September 17.-Newman Erb, finanicer and railroad reorganizer. wno swallowed two poison tablets by mistake last Tuesday, was today reported to be resting comfortably after a quiet night
 Although the four physicians attend- ing MT. Erb at hs Deal, N. J., summer home. said the railroad man has fair chance for recovery. The next three days will mark the most critical period.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18
Weather Conditions

Summary of observations made at United States weather bureau stations during the 24 hours ending at D. m. 75th meridian time, September IT, 1915:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1915-09-18
Local Data

For the 24 hours ending at D. m., September r, 1915:
 Highest temperature .... ....... 90 Lowest temperature ... ... -. T Mean temperature =. a. -. - SD Normal temperature -. -. .. "A Deficiency in temperature since
 Jan. 1 ..... =. 347 Rainfall =. ...4... -. ... -. .00 Total rainfall since Jan. l .35.92 Deficiency in rainfall since Jan. 1.S1 Relative humidity. a. m. ........ S2
 D. m ... =. ... ... 49
 D. m. ... =. ... ... 61
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
HUSBAND RESCUED
DESPAIRING WIFE

! had gotten so weak could not stand,
and ! gave up in despair.
At last, my husband got me a bottle Of
Cardui, the woman's tonic, and COM
menced taking it. From the very first
dose. | could tell II was helping me. ]
can now walk two miles without It's
firing me, and am doing all my work."
II you are all run down from womanly
troubles, don't give up in despair. Try
Cardui, the woman's tonic. Ithas helped
more than a million women. In its so
years Of continuous success, and should
surely help you, too. Your druggist has
sold Cardui for years. He knows what
il will do. Ask him. He will recon-
mend it. Begin taking cardui today.
Write To-: Chattanooga Meaicine CO.. Ladies.
Advisory Dept. Chattanooga. Tenn. for Special
Treatment tor Women" sent In plain Wrapper. I6s
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
TOWNS OFTEN ODDLY NAMED
Too Much Imagination, and Sometimes
the Lack OF u, Responsible for
Peculiar coanomens.

A fruitful cause of wonder and
often of amusement as well is found
in the names of hamlets, villages and
towns. In many instances the lack
of originality is the feature that
attracts the Observers attention, and
visitors to New England are led to
comment on the lack of invention
and imagination displayed in the
naming of towns in this section.
Names for most of them we're
brought over from England, and
then the fathers varied these with
such additions as "New" and cold"
and the points of the compass. Fer
instance, we hear of New Haven,
North Haven, West Haven and East
Haven, and we have as many kinds
Of Hartfords hereabouts. There is
an Old Saybrook as well as a Say
brook, and an Old Lyme as well as
a Lyme. We have not only Mil
ford, but New Milford, and a New
Canaan as well as a Canaan. Thus
it goes throughout the land of the
Pilgrims and Puritans, while jour-
ney through New York state is like
taking course in ancient Roman
and Greek history, with Tt ", Rome,
Syracuse, Utica, and so on. These
older European names, as well as the
Indian names which have been pre-
served, show the inclination to use
what is ready at hand, without en-
ploying either imagination or inven-
ton. In other places is to be found
the opposite tendency, and it is when
too much imagination or a misdi-
rected imagination has had sway that
names of localities often cause
amusement, which shows the early
settlers who stuck to the old names
displayed better Judgment, if less
active imagination.-Har Cou.
rant.
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
HIS OWN HORRIBLE EXAMPLE.

In Muncie cigar store the Other
day crowd of congenial spirits was
playing rhum, the crowd including
one whose congeniality had beer
largely influenced by over-indulgence
in liquor.
In the midst of the game and be.
fore the contest could be decided he
arose majestically, put ON his coal
and made ready for departure.
'Why, what's the matter, Alp" a
friend asked. "You aren't going,
are you?"
"Yes, | am" said AL. 81 never
could stand it to play in a game with
a man that's Drinking
MIk1E q
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
QUITE A DIFFERENCE.

"Women are much more indepen-
dent now than they used to be-"
THAT'S so. In the old days when
grandfather and grandmother had
their picture taken, grandfather sat
in a chair and grandmother stood by
him with her hand on his shoulder. .
"And nowadays ?"
"Father thinks he is doing pretty
well if he manages to get his picture
taken in a group of delegates or rep
resentative business men"
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
After -Four Years Of Discouragins
Conditions, Mrs. Bullock Gave
Upin Despair. Husband
Came to Rescue.

Catron, Ky.-ln an interesting letter
from this place, Mrs. Bette Bullock
writes as follows: al suffered for four
years, with womanly troubles, and during
this time, could only sit up for little
while, and could not walk anywhere at
all. At times, l would have severe pains
In my left side.
The doctor was called in, and his treat
ment relieved me for a while, but was
soon confined to my bed again. After
that. nothing seemed to do me any good.
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
INSTRUCTIONS.

What is the first thing woman
ought to learn about running an au-
tomobile"
The telephone number of the re-
pair shop"
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
DOMINANT IDEA.

Mrs. Fatuns i am going t.
Palm Beach this winter. It's a per-
feet Garden of Eden.
Mrs. Slimuns-Why, l imagined
it was more dressy than that
Judge.
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28

viii Also Turn Light On Activities Of
Legislative Lobbyists " Elected to
High office-Promises to Conserve
Resources Of State and Work For
Better System of Highways-op.
poses Convict Contract System.
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
NATURALLY.

THAT heavy rain fairly covered
the beds of the streets"
"Of course. Wasn't it coming
down in sheets?''
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
THOSE FOOLISH QUESTIONS.

Green--So the trolley car killed
your foreman. Did it run over him ?
Grum-Nawl 1t bit him in the
elbow. and he died of hydrophobia.
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
STANLEY SHES
HAT IN RING
Announces Candidacy for Cover
noIShIp al PRIMARIES.
IS OPPOSED TO RING RULE

viii Also Turn Light On Activities Of
Legislative Lobbyists II Elected to
High office-Promises to Conserve
Resources Of State and Work For
Better System of Highways-op.
poses Convict Contract System.
Formal announcement was made in
Washington by Representative A. 0.
Stanley that he will seek the Demo
cratic nomination for governor of Ken.
lucky at the primaries next August.
In his statement Mr. Stanley promises
that if elected he will rid the state
board of valuation and assessment of
all outside influences and that his
administration will be absolutely free
from all faint of ring rule His state.
ment follows:
Mr.. stanIeys Statement.
"One of the greatest issues which
will confront the Democracy of Ken
lucky at the ensuing August primary
election will be the control of the
state board of valuation and assess.
ment and the tremendous powers in.
herent in it. The Democrat who is
TO be elected governor must turn a
face of flint toward every proposal to
use this board for putting screws to
any public service corporation which
may refuse to do its bidding. or for
rewarding with any character of priv.
as may agree to become part and par.
eel of the political machine For un.
less a governor of Kentucky can keep
clean the board of valuation and as
sessment he can not give an honest.
economical ami efficient administra.
ton He is in chains
II shall be a candidate for the Dem.
ocratic nomination for governor of
Kentucky. and | do not desire to be
governor unless I can be free.
Rotation In Office.
One of the vital issues which the
Democracy of the state will be called |
upon to indorse or repudiate is the !
Principle of endless rotation in office |.
am convinced that the question of |
Nhether or not single coterie of of. |
CcehOlders shall perpetuate them. |
selves in power by rotating in differ. |
Cnt offices will he settled in August as |
overwhe minglv as the people adopted |
that provision in the present state !
constitution which renders every !
state official INELIGIBLE as his own sue |
cessor That clause in the organic |
law was thus heartily Endorsed w the |
people of Kentucky heCauee they be. |
lieved it would end ring rule in the !
state house. But there is better rea-
son for Fee0inc state official in the |
same Office indefinitely in the dis.
CHARGE Of duties with which he has |
become familiar than TO rotate him |
through a succession of positions in
which he has had no previous expert
cnCe
"The Democratic party in Kentucky
will no longer tolerate political War.
wick at the head OF a close corpora
lion OF ofiicoholders who have twisted
the old Democratic doctrine Of rota- !
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
HIS BUSINESS.

"There is a man who can always
be depended on at a pinch"
"Who is he?"
~ policeman"
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
ASKED TOO MUCH.

Fond Mother--Do you detect any
signs of genius, professor?
The Professor Madam, | am not
a detective. Puck.
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
FIRST STEP.

"What would you do if you heard
"A friend Of yours was in hot water
with the police?"
"I'd bail him out"
The Clay City times. [volume] (Clay City, Ky.) 1901-current, 1915-01-28
PROVIDING.

"Do you believe propinquity is
dangerous in heart alfections?"
No, ma'am; not if it's took in
time"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1915-10-04
Federal League
NEWPORT DEFEATS
WENDELL PHILLIP s

Scoring touchdown ia the frzs
shrae minutes ri play HaEenpaT.
High piled ap cor of % ca 9
before the FIRST qaarler-I2 minutes
fn duration was over to eineb their
opening game nf tine season here sat
urdav with Wendell Phillips High
school Of chicago. Another touchdown
and q field goal b The fourth quarter
made the final score . 1Ho D.
The Chicago team was deeiaFeIg
outnlayed. and never even threatened
to score the innovation OF 9 Chicago
team opening the local schedule ali
rractea record crowd for ain opening
football game ia Davenport Manager
Sanford oG the Red and Blue estimated
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1915-10-04


er began the scoring WITH q lTlp-s. 7,
oae stage Of the setting, me elsal1'
the Browns Ta1ed fresh with Heo
Faber and rushed him oul Oh the Don
bringing on Eeo Eassell % llA5sl1- H-5ll
[1sl---t-t'i1 l- - s-7
&icEeEs score;
Chicaeo -....00 ll9 Q - 80
ST. Louis $500 90 GOO 2 9-z
1all9faesE loets +s~779- a'11 s1s@
Ell hamilton anu A5A7"
Cubs Vim Final.
Chicago. Oct. 4.-Hlppo Vaughn ana
the supgort5na Cubs staged their
mai dress rehearsal Yesterday incl
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1915-10-04

The Office boys establishment knew
no bounds, according 10 the joke man.
~ hen his predecessor said he had been
paid SIG 600 3 year Then came the
explanation Five dollars a week in
money. said the youth. and the rest
legal advice"
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1915-10-04

How many children have you z.
asked the reporter.
one. a daughter" replied the states
man proudly
But / heard that you had three,
protested the man Of letters.
~0h. two Of them are twins. and
they're paired. you know" explained
the representative Of the people
Philadelphia Ledger.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1915-10-04
PRESSMEE LOSE A
HARD GAME, 4 TO 2

The pressmen' S team Of Rock Island
was defeated in fast baseball game
yesterday morning at the Island City
park by the Suyis shop nine, the final
count being 4 to > in nine innings.
The game was exciting from start to
finish and a large crowd Of fans saw
the contest Harder pitching for the
pressmen. hurled superb bali. but he
vas given poor support Harder
struck out i men and allowed but
four hits. while tbs pressmen got five
off Pavel. The score:
Ri. f.
Pressmeu ,-.ss-..s. .st+..ssss.-
siIv5s shops .--.-.-....-..,.- :
Batteries Harder and C0nkitn.
Pave1 and Smith
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1915-10-04

Every man will get his rights when
every man does his duties and not De-
ore.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1915-10-04

All the news all the tina - The
Argus.
Rock Island Argus. (Rock Island, Ill.) 1893-1920, 1915-10-04

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The Logan Republican. [volume] (Logan, Utah) 1902-1924, 1915-04-13

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