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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
RAILROADS ID MAKE VERY LOW RATES
 FOR THE REUNION
Pullman Cars to Be Parked at Downtown StatiOn-All Lines Are Planning to
 Handle Big Crowds

The railroads entering Birmingham are making extensive plans for hand ling the great throngs coming to Bir- mingham during the Confederate re union, May Is, 1T and IS. The various lines have been engaged during the past four or five weeks advertising the reunion in Birmingham, the result be- ing that inquiries by the score have been sent here, which have been fol- lowed by countless reservations.
 It was stated yesterday by local rail- road representatives that the rate made for the Confederate reunion in Bir- mineham was the lowest ever an nounced for any convention. The rate is one-cent per mile for the round trip, and it is said this fact coupled with Birmingham enviable reputation as a host has been the means Of creating the greatest interest in the reunion.
 The Southern Railway company rep resentatiVes are making perhaps the most extensive plans they have ever made for the comfort, convenience and accommodation of the Confederate Vet erans and the multitudes which will attracted here during the convention In answer to inquiries directed to the offices of James Freeman, assistant general passenger agent, information has been sent out that the company will park all chartered Pullman sleep CTS on Powell avenue and Twentieth street. This point opens directly on Twentieth street and is readily reached from almost any point of interest in the downtown section. The company has available several tracks at this point which will be utilized in park ing Pullman cars during the reunion. In this way the visitors will have their sleeping quarters in the very center of the city and will be in touch with everything of interest. Representatives of the Southern said yesterday that in dications pointed to very heavy traffic during the reunion and the transpor- tation men were engaged in outlining plans which will adequately take care of the expected crowds.
 For the Louisville and Nashville rail- road, the information was given out yesterday that the Pullman cars from downtown. This station is located on M Morris avenue and Twentieth street and the cars will be convenient to the Chamber of Commerce, the hotels and the general points of activity in the Birmingham business district The Louisville and Nashville representatives said indications pointed to heavy traf- HC Ifom SOulHeru IeAdS, pOlHLS III the gulf sections and from Kentucky and West Virginia
 The Frisco will, according to Capt McGregor. district passenger agent, park it's cars at the Terminal which is only five blocxs from general headquarters. That company has busf- ness lined up from Oklahoma, Texas and other midwestern sections which will tax the capacity of the company to handle 1t.
 Aside from the lines mentioned, the Central of Georgia, Illinois Central, Atlanta, Birmingham and Atlantic and the Alabama Great Southern are plan ming to handle great crowds to the re- union.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
Seed Club Plan

There is way by which unmiNed seed can be obtained without it's really costing each person more than mixed seed. Every amateur gardener knows that more plants of a kind can be grown from one package of seed than a person cares for in the average sized garden. Nine times out of ten only part of the seed in the package is sown and the rest is either discarded or given away to friends. Now, if those who would like to secure the best results in gardening will get up seed club among their flower loving friends, and confne their selections to packages in which each color is by itself, the seed in those packages can be divided among the various members of the club, and each person will have enough to meet her re- ouirements, and this at less price than she would have to pay for ordinary seed if she were to order alone, because none of the seed would be wasted
 Try the seed club plan for season and see if it doesn't work out to your satis- faction.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
Rifle Club Contest

Montgomery, April 15.-(Special.) )-Nine members of the Jefferson Rifle club of Birmingham are here to compete in a shooting contest tomorrow against a picked team of the Montgomery Blues. which has had the distinction of winning more rifle trophies than any military or ganization in the state. The contest will be held on the Montgomery rifle range tomorrow morning. The members of the Jefferson Rifle club who will contest against the Blues are: w. R. Lawson. R. c. Morefield. F. Smith, Mai. c. A. O'Con- nell. J. F. Smith, A. F. DeFuniak. P. Reid. Capt. M. H. Jordan and F. Hard man alternate
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
Mrs. Alice Billups Ballard

Troy, April 15.-(Special)-Mrs. Alice Billups Ballard, wife of J. J. Ballard of Andalusia, died at the family home there Thursday night of acute indigestion. She is survived by her husband, three daugh- ters, two stepdaughters and stepson. Her sister, Mrs. Howard Owens of this city, also survives her. and brother. The remains were brought to Troy Fri day afternoon and interment made at Oakwood cemetery, the funeral being con ducted by pr. H. c. Threadgill of the Methodist church. Mrs. Ballard was a resident of this city for long number of years, but moved from here to Brant- ley and from there to Andalusia.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
WHO WANTS A GIRL BABY? :?
By MRS. ;. E. REID

This is a pitiful cry for help Yet thi bouncing, beautiful girl baby of months needs a mamma" and a home.
 What terrible plight when little, helpless bunch of innocence enters the world without a welcome. to be tossed on the uncertain love of adoption. She awaits name and begs for the "rock-a-by by on mothers knee that she may awake to find that love which hushes the walls, and dries the tears as only mother knows how. Seldom we really hear the cry aloud, though it is whispered there
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16

are many little girls who need home Everybody wants the boy-isn't it a shame, when a boy can grow and scram- ble for himself? Only last week we looked for two little boys under years old good homes. The girl would not do because they want to raise a man. We searched in vanl Today we are trying to find this dear little girl a home; want to tuck her away in some good cradle that she can grow to be a woman. and that nobody hereafter will be sorry she came.
 Now, if you really want a baby girl call Main 147-J, the juvenile court. and take this little girl to your heart.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
NEAL IMPROVING
School Instructor Has Fair Chance
 For Recovery

The condition of Young A. Neal. aged 21, instructor at the Central High school, who was shot and seriously injured Tues day night at his residence 1214 Second avenue, West End. by Henry Delmont East, who committed suicide after shoot ing Neal, was announced some better early this morning by the Birmingham in- firmary authorities. MT. Neal has shown a great improvement in the last two days and may be able to leave the in- firmary in the next few weeks unless unlocked for complications set in, it is said.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
Woman Attempts Suicide

Mrs. Jesse Williams, age 16 years, att tempted suicide last night at F o'clock at her residence, 1915 North Twenty sixth street, by taking bichloride of cercury tablet, it is said. The young woman was carried to the Hillman hospital in private automobile. It is stated that she is not in a serious condition Family trouble is said to be the cause of the attempt.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
RUTHERFORD CIRCLE
 IS ORGANIZED AT
 ENSLEY LIBRARY

The second Mildred Rutherford Histor- ical circle in this district was organized with F charter members. Miss Ruther- ford was present and made a splendid address on historical data connected with the war between the states. The officers were elected as follows: Mrs. J. A. Dupuy president; Mrs. H. w. Williams, vice president; Mrs. Faircloth, secretary; Mrs. J. D. Truss, treasurer. The charter members were: D. M. Lewis, Miss Ella Mckee, Mrs. P. J. Rogers Mrs. Rogers, J. w. Brigman, Mrs. J. l.. Smith, Mrs
 Dupuy, Mrs. Faircloth, Mrs. Charles Thomason Mrs. Williams and Mrs Truss
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
Lace Curtains
 Fancy Work

By means of our patent drier al finisher lace curtains are launder CLEAN and finished to original sI and shape-not q stitch dropped a not stretched an inch.
 Fancy work, laces, centerpieces, \ deira luncheon sets, etc., are finish to perfect shape-no stretchil shrinking or fluted edges-and t embroidery is finished in relief.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
Attempted Suicide

Mrs. W. B. Smith, aged 35 years, 10l2 Avenue G, attempted suicide at her resi- dence yesterday afternoon at o'clock by taking over an ounce of carbolic acid. The woman was removed to the Hillman hospital in an ambulance. where the stomach pump was used. It is stated that Mrs. Smiths condition is not regarded as serious, and she will be able to leave the infirmary in a few days. She would not make a statement to the hospital authorities as to the cause of the rash
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
AWNING BURNED
Small Blaze Caused Much Excitement
 Downtown

small awning over the windows of the Alabama Great Southern Railway company's office, on the twelfth floor of building, was destroyed by fire last night at o'clock A general fire alarm was turned in and all of the downtown fire stations answered the alarm. The fire was extinguished in few minutes after the fire department arrived. The dam- age is estimated at about s25. It is SUD- posed that someone in an upper story threw a cigarette by mistake on the awning.
 The burning awning caused great ex- citement, as it was believed that the entire twelfth floor of the bank building was on fire.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
Mrs. I. N. Young

Funeral services over the remains O
 Mrs. I. N. Young, aged 55, who diec yesterday morning at ? o'clock. 74f First avenue, East Lake. will be con ducted at 2 o'clock this afternoon. witfa interment in Forest Hill cemetery. Tho Rev. James A. Bryan will officiate. Tho deceased is survived by her husband.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
Deaths and Funerals
Thomas A. Wilson

Funeral services over the remains e Thomas A. Wilson, aged AT, who die at the residence of his sister, Mrs. | D. Ratliff, 1908 Eighty first stree East Lake, Friday morning, were con ducted from the residence yesterdai afternoon at ? o'clock. Interment fol lowed in ElrNWood cemetery. The de ceased is survived by his wife. hi mother, Mrs F. J. Wilson; four sister and one daughter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
Younger Burns to Death

Columbus. Miss, April 15.-(Special) ) While preparing dinner this forenoon Thomas Younger a bachelor farmer, liv- Ing about midway between Steens, Miss, and Melbourne, Ala, was burned to death. His clothing was ignited by the blaze and his body was burned almost crisp. Younger lived alone. and when neighbors, attracted by the blaze, reached the scene, they found him dead He was 65 years old.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
Mrs. Mary Ann Sanford

Funeral services over the remains oa Mrs. Mary Ann Sanford. aged 57. wht died Thursday night at her late resi- dence, SPA North Fiftieth street. Wood lawn, will be conducted from the resi- dence this afternoon at o'clock. The remains will be sent to Bankstown to- morrow morning by the S. w. Woodir Undertaking company for interment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
James Love Shot

Lyerly, Ga, April 15.-(Special.)- Love, a young white man, is lying at tl point of death, alleged to have bee shot through the back and abdomen FIi day night by Walter Howard, near tl Alabama state line. Howard and his vii are in jail at Summerville.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
Mrs. Mary J. Wright

Mrs. Mary J. Wright, aged 6s, who died Thursday afternoon at the family resi- dence, 5200 First avenue, Woodlawn, were conducted from the residence at 10 o'clock yesterday morning. Interment followed in Forest Hill cemetery, the Rev. R. Echols officiating. The deceased is survived by two daughters. three sons and three sisters
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
Mrs. Amy Reff

The remains of Mrs Amy Ref, aged 73, who died Friday afternoon at the family residence, 1211 Tuscaloosa ave- nue, West End, were sent to Atlanta yes- terday morning at 12:30 o'clock by the Johns Undertaking company. The de- ceased is survived by one son, J. A. Reff
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
George Kelley

George Kelley. aged 36. died yesterday morning at 10:15 o'clock at local in firmary. The remains will be sent to Winfield this morning at o'clock by Lge Loy. The deceased is survived by his widow; two children; his father. F.. M. Kelley; one brother. P. J. Kelley; two sisters, Mrs. Nora Curl and Mrs. Ella Paris Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon at the family residence
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
SELMA

Selma, April 15.-(Special. .)-Officers still seek the big black negro who, early Friday morning, attacked Special Agent five bullets through the officers coat. Walker was not injured by the flying lead. The negro was one Of a party stopped by the officer when they acted in a suspicious manner.
 Selma suffragists are making several trips each week to surrounding cities, carrying speakers and conducting meet ings. Mrs. Bonelli of Montgomery has been in Selma several days conducting suffrage schools at state headquarters. The newly organized anti-suffrage or ganization's supporters declare thet the associations membership has reached considerably more than 15O0 with indi- cations of 2000 before the opening of summer.
 Everything is in readiness for the mon- ster Dokey ceremonial here Thursday when members of Antares temple of Montgomery, headed by the temple band, will come to Selma in a special train, stage street parade and put on the secret work at the Pythian castle Dokeys from over the entire black belt are expected to attend Thursdays gath ering
 Much interest has been aroused by the orders from the board of revenue that arrests will follow where cattle are all lowed to graze anywhere along a pulp lie road Cattlemen are very much in favor of the ordinance which will do much toward preventing another infssta- tiOn of the Texas fever tick which has now been eliminated from Dallas county
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
A Cash Insult

From the Philadelphia Evening Ledger. Waiter-That mean man just waited on insulted me with a nickel
 Patron-what did you do?
 Waiter-I accepted it with indignation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
PERSONAL

J. w. Waltersdorf is seriously ill at his residence, : 140S St. Charles street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
TABLE D'HOTE AT
 NEWSPAPER CLUB

The menu and music programme for the regular Sunday evening table d'hote din ner at the Newspaper club tonight are as follows:
 MENU.
 Fresh Shrimp en Cocktail
 Consomme Royal Celery Hearts Ripe Olives
 Salted Almonds Brolled Spring Chicken Guava Jelly New Asparagus IIollandaise
 New English Peas Orange and Green Pepper Salad
 Angel Parfait
 Chocolate Layer Cake
 Roquefort Cheese
 Toasted Crackers
 Demi Tasse
 Served from to 3 p. m. MUSICAL PROGRAMME. New York Hppodrome March" (Sousa). "The Missouri Waltz Logan-Eppel). The Blue Paradise (Selection), Rom berg.
 Underneath the Stars (Spencer). 'Serenade'' flute solo) (SchuberD, Miss Jacobson. I'll Trovatore" (VerdD. Bantam Step (Jeutes). "Orpheus" (Overture) (Offenbach). :.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
CONGRESS TRUSTING WILSON TO HANDLE
 BIG PROBLEM WITH
 HONOR TO COUNTRY
lcontinmca fron, rnsc one,

troops from across the Mexican border, and, on the other hand, to declare war. An effort is now under way to produce delay in the hope that Carranza, in the long run, will eee the lack of wisdom in his present course. If that effort is suc- cessful, then the pursuit of Villa-which even up to the present, the beginning has cost S1,0O0, ,O00-will be continued. If the effort is unsuccessful, will the United States withdraw it's troops, and enact an- other Vera Cruz fiasco with it's inevit- able disa effect on the political sit uation, or will general warfare against Mexico be declared?
 That is the situation-the crux of the situation. There is no doubt but that the political sideEght will have no effect on the decision of President Wilson-even though the withdrawal of troops will re- dound to the interest of Colonel Roose- velt and declaration of war, to the in- terest of the administration.
 THE OTHER ANGLES . The Mexican situation is, by virtue of it's acute characteristics, more important than any other
 
 to accept the explanation of Great Brit ain regarding it's forceful removal from the China of German, Austrian and Tur- l1ish citigens; has not only declined, but reiterated it's demand for the release or such citizens.
 And the United States convinced at last that Germany has laugnfngly re- garded it's promise to amend the rules of it's submarine warfare, is preparing to write the final word'' to the war sec retary of the Kaiser.
 The situation is certainly one pregnant with danger of war. But Congress re- lying on the wisdom of the President, is not at all apparently alarmed.
 NEED OF TROOPS
 Nevertheless, it is obvious that should the United States determine to continue the hunt for Villa, and run counter to to the demands of Carranza, it will be necessary for the government to rush to the border all available troops-the re- mainder of the regular army and the National Guard.
 Up to the present time the President has declined to call 70 the standard the state troops. In the first place, he was aware that that action would convey to Carranza an impression that the invasion was other than a punitive invasion. In the second place, he trusted that the call for volunteer enlistments would increase the regular army to any required status. The enlistments have netted only 5000 of desired 0.oOo quota The nne or Pershing is stretched to the limit. It could easily be crushed by the closing in of the Carranzistas. It is therefore, cer- tain that if the United States remains in Mexico, it will issue a call for the National Guard.
 The clouds will be lifted in a day or two. Mexico has given indication that no delay will he tolerated
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16
MEDICAL EXAMINERS

At the close of Mr. Fiskes speech the medical examiners of the company who were present withdrew to private chamber for a conference, and c. Brooks Smith, state commissioner of insurance 3 of Montgomery. was introduced by Mr. Ffske, who also acted as toastmaster of the occasion. MT. Smith paid the Metro politan company a high tribute for the work they were doing in Alabama
 John R. Hornady, of the city commits sion, was the third speaker and rep- resented the city of Birmingham at the banquet. He expressed the appreciation of the city commission for the work the Metropolitan company was doing in Bir- mingham for the uplift and advancement of society, and especially the health con- dit:ons. T am glad" said Commissioner Hornady, that corporations have soulsr
 Robert Jemison, Jr.. was introduced as one of the "livest live wires of Birming- ham," and in replying to the compliment attributed his activities partly to his as- sociation with the officials of the Metro politan company. He told of his visit to the great round table in the home office in New York where the vital things con cerning the work of humanity were worked out. He welcomed the officials of the company on the part of Birmng- ham.
 Mrs. Sydney M. Ullman of the Social OeiNlce dSSOcidllOn or Blrmlngham was called upon and responded with an in teresting talk.
 NURSE SYSTEM
 Dr. Lee K. Frankel, second vice presi- dent and author of the nurse system spoke for 30 minutes. He embraced in his speech the benefits derived from this system and the success with which 1t was meeting. One thing that I have learned at this convention, and that is that the United States census is a '.con- founded liar, said Dr. Frankel. q find that there is constant decrease in the sickness and disease in the south There is considerably less tuberculosis in the south than in the north, and since holding conference with Dr. Cunning ham, I have been convinced that if I want to live a long life will have to sell out my home in New York and move to Birmingham
 Several other speakers were introduces among whom was Dr. R. M Cunning ham. T. T. Huey of Bessemer and Jelks Cabaniss.
 J. R. Hornady, Robert Jemson, Jr., NJ V Joseph Thomas J. Judge, G. C.. Kelly. Dr. Morris Newfleld, J. Frank Rushton George Rutledge C. Brook Smith, J, H. Barr. Dr. R. M Cunning ham, Thomas T. Huey Dr. Rosser. Mrs Sydney M, Ullman. Miss Lucy Starks Williams, Sydney J. Bowie. Rev. l.. c. Branscomb. Lucien c. Brown, Jelks Cabaniss Rev. J. S. Foster and Glenn Gazzam.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-16


 left uncovered in MT. Fiske's speech He associated the employees and policyhold- CTS together as a large family, with the home office of the Metropolitan life In surance company as good and kind mother, ever ready to give aid to the needy and sustain the weak As an illus tration he told the guests that p policy holders had died during the course of his speech and the luncheon they had enjoyed. An average of one policy holder dies every AZ seconds and a tuber- culosis policyholder dies every 32 min. utes, he said.
 This convention will be success indeed, a great success said MT. Fiske, in closing, eff I can leave the impress sion with everyone present that this com pany is a true mother to millions of peo- pie, and that it's great purpose is to be mother, brother, sister or friend to the needy of the industrial world.
The Washington herald., 1916-03-30
HOUSEWIVES DAILY
ECONOMY CALENDAR
By FRANCES MARSHALL
Spring Housecleanins.

Housecleaningtime is tedious and tire.
some, but If the housekeeping is prop,
erly managed it need not tire all tbs
family. Make your plans beforehand
and know just what to do in each room
before you start out on that rooms
cleaning.
Here are some suggestions of a gen.
eral sort for the spring cleaning:
Kerosene is admirable for cleaning
brass Of any sort-fenders, brass beds
or anything else brass.
Cretonne or chintz can be washed in
warm water in which dissolved soap and
bran water are mixed. SCrape good pure
soap, dissolve to jelly in hot water
and add a handful OF this to a tubful oil
warm water. For the bran water stitch
up a quart of bran in a cotton bag and
simmer 1t in two quarts of water until
It is brown. The bag should be made
twice as big as is necessary to hold the
dry bran, as 1t increases in size with
dampness.
After washing the cretonne rinse II ir
water to which a tablespoonful Of vine
gar to a tubful of water has been added
The Washington herald., 1916-03-30
NOT A PARTICLE
OF DANDRUFF OR
falling HAIR
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in Just Few
Moments.
25-cent "Danderine" Makes Hail
Thick, Glossy. Wavy and
Beautiful.

Within ten minutes after an spplica
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single trace Of dsndruff or falling hair
and your scalp will not itch. but what
will please you most will be after a
few weeks use, when you see new hair
fine and downy at first-yet-but really
new hair-growing all over the scalp.
Dsnderine is 10 the hair what fresh
showers of rain and sunshine are to veg
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invigorates and strengthens them. Its
celebrating, stimulating and life-produc.
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A little Dsnderine Immediately doubles
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how dull, faded. brittle and scraggy
just moisten a cloth with Danderine and
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Get 2S-cent bottle of Knowlton's Dan
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