The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-12

ON .gere glad to avail themselves of the # responses which are here published. BOARD OF REVENUE, JEFFER-
 SON COUNTY To the Editor of The Age-Herald: I believe my record for efficiency and courtesy as public officer will bear critical inspection.
 believe no man can bear testimony as to my unwillingness to confer fa- vor or perform a kindness when pos sible or consistent, either in public or private life.
 I am duly sensible to the grave inn oortance Of the office.
 I stand for commercial progress, a better system of records and reports, 7ection system of roads, smooth sur ace roads. distribution of county's rade.
 Two questions apply in the selection f any officer, employe or servant: Can le do it? Will he do it?
 r. A HEWITT. To the Editor of The Age-Herald: I base my claim for election to the oard of revenue on my knowledge of oth county and city requirements in pathways and bridges. On my technical ducaton at Auburn, and 13 consecutive ears experience in engineering work even of which have been road and bridge york in Jefferson county or highway en- cheering.
 On the proper distribution of the tax wy of the county and my intention if ,ected to adopt budget system for all apartments, so that the moneys of the lunty will be most economically expend- l with best results.
 On my pledge to administer all the ut1es of the office with honesty, justice nd impartiality Faithfully yours.
 JERRY GWIN. To the Editor of The Age-Herald. am young man with progressive business ideas.
 am ambitious to serve the public nd make good.
 I feel that I am capable of fulfill ng the duties of the office to Which [ aspire.
 ] will go into office free from po- 'itical obligations.
 can represent every section of Jer- ferson county impartially.
 1 appreciate the fact that an office 1older is public servant and is due he public the highest degree of cour- tesy
 .l nave never held public office be fore GEORGE c. (DOC) MOSLEY. To the Editor of The Age Herald: Have been a resident of Jefferson rounty for 54 years. Identified with Us growth and progress. Have served ne people as a member of the board "f revenue for eight years-my record s one of accomplishment and open to 'nVestlgation. Am life member of Ala anna Good Roads association, as well IS an officer of the Jefferson County food Roads association. Have made B study of the road problem, as well A3 that of taxation. If a clean record eor ef1iclency and progress recom- nends man. I should have your SUD- 3or'. JOB GOING. To the Editor of The Herald:
 have an ambition to serve on the board of revenue, believing that my experience, temperament and business training equip me for this kind of work. and that my services will be beneficial to the people and to the prosperity of this county
 If elected I will be on the job. earn my pay and will use my best effort to see that this county gets full value received and service rendered for the money it expends.
 It Is an attractive proposition to do a patriotic duty and at the same time be well paid Yours truly.
 W. c. ESTES. To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 Having published the Labor Advo- cate for 21 years, the Knowledge and experience gained enables me to know what the people of Jefferson county want more than any other man in the race for board of revenue I believe Tn treating every section and every citizen of Jefferson county alike; will continue the working of convicts on public roads: continue all enterprises the present board is now carrying on with a careful expenditure of the peo- ple's money, and if elected to this 1m- portant office, will spend my time and energies in the service of the county.
 J. H. F. MOSLEY. To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 Reared on the farm, schooled in the country, trained at Auburn and the Peabody Normal college, Nashville, Tenn, Professor Ellis engaged in teaching over 30 years in Jefferson county. Has given the best of his life to the children of Alabama, built up Spencer Business college, spent all his earnings as young man to fit him. self for useful service, has never held public office and has no political ob- ligations to pay.
 Do not his efforts, training, culture and upright life justify your vote? His platform, the Golden Rule" Are not teachers useful? Can't they do things? Look at President Wilson.
 s. A. ELLIS. To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 Uncle Ephraim once said of Senator Johnston: Boss, a nigger ain got no bizness talkin' bout CT white man but one thing sartin, he sho' do know how to recommend hisself" I am re- minded of Uncle Ephraim in my race for board of revenue.
 For 30 years as officer in First Ma tional bank. founder of our oldest ce- ment plant at North Birmingham Morris avenue merchant real estate developer. I have worked among my fellow citizens hard enough to under stand and share their needs. to value their esteem to aspire to this high of flee of honor and trust at their hands
 THOMAS M. BRADLEY. TO the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 | should be elected member of th' board of revenue because:
 i. My long experience in public al fairs renders me fully competent t' perform the duties of that office.
 q Those who have known me dur ing my e6 years residence in Blrming' ham. as citizen, loyal, active demo