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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-12
PRESIDENT PUBLIC UTILITIES
 COMMISSION

To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 seek election as president of the pub lie service commission because can and will perform for the state some real service within the power and au- thority conferred upon that commission. The associate members, who are not to be elected now, are giving me their loyal, enthusiastic support.
 MT. Gaillard is from Mobile, Alabama s only seaport; MT. Cooper from Birming ham, with it's manufacturing, mining and industrial interests, while I come from an agricultural district. We three would represent practically every interest in our state and work in harmony.
 I promise the people my entire. time and best service.
 HENRY P. MERRITT. To the Editor of The Age-Herald
 I am the candidate of the people. l am not the candidate of any special in- terests. party faction. political boss, ring or clique. The railroads and Alabama Power company are not running me.
 believe the state should be liberated from corporation domination.
 The issue in race for office I seek is: Shall Alabama be dominated and con- trolled by corporations or shall Ala bama control and regulate public service corporations in interest of people? I wear no corporation collar. I will not take orders from any political dictator. I will give all a square deal" My opponents represent the interests.
 JEFFERSON A. CARNLEY i
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-12
1 Attalla, March g, 1916.

To the Editor of The Age-Hera1d:
 Am a candidate for presidential elector at large.
 The first man, the first offense. and think I should have a trial, for I need the job and will appreciate all votes. Yours truly, HORACE A. ADAMS.
 Gadsden, March g. 1916.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-12
To the Ed,tcr of rha Age-Herald:

To the Edltcr of Tha Age-Herald
 Spent my sixteenth year in civil war.
 As teacher, educated thousands of useful citizens.
 AS legislator, had enacted Henry School bill, securing children of this tion.
 Had enacted first mining law in Alabama, protecting health and life or thousands of miners in the state.
 As citizen, have cherished the fun damental principles of charity to men, loyalty to government, fidelity to trust, unfaltering faith in God.
 I promise the people fair, honest, efficient, faithful performance of all my duties.
 Believing you will honor this final
 M. V. HENRY. To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 Why I should be elected: have been a citizen of the county for 32 years, have been active in business, church and Sunday school work. I have all ways voted and worked for the best interest of the people, believing that the majority of the people should rule. I am an ex-Confederate soldier, mem- Der of the Baptist church, a respected, law-abiding citizen, have never asked for a county office before. If elected, will stay on the job and work TOT the best interest of the people. I pe- lieve in rotation in offices and think I need it more than my opponents % To the Editor of The Age-Hera,d.
 The claims of any public official 10 re-election should be based upon the efficiency and courtesy with which ne has administered the office AS 10 my management of the office or county treasurer, State Examiner roster mas 5 reported: "The books and accounts or MT. Rogers are models of accuracy anu he Is a nofficial of unusual cautioh ana ability" Having endeavored to pc uni formlv helpful and patient to all Wno hava come in contact with the office feel that the matter Of my courtesy as an officer ca nbe safely left With the voters of this, county.
 CLEON B. ROGERS. To the Editor of The Age-Hera'd.
 was reared on the farm, but by per- sistent effort, obtained little better tnan high school education; was principai instructor in the public schools or Aia- bama for five years; completed thor ough course in one of our leading ousi, ness Institutions. which with 10 years practical business experience, thorough iv qualities me for county treasurer. Citizen and taxpayer of Jefferson coun- ty about 15 years. Never held pubic or flee. ,,. Consistent with safety, favor more equitable distribution of county Iunas with our banks. could be of effective service to the county and of course, the salary IS at- tractiye. Yours truly,
 H. N. RANDALL. TO the Editor of The Age-Hera.d.
 want the office and hope VIII get if. I have made reasonable success of my own affairs and l know can and will serve the people of this county effectively and to their satisfaction.
 I have lived in this county more than 40 years. I have always been dlllsent in my work. .,, have made no combinations and will make none in this race. I am united. will give the best in me to the services of this county if I am elected.
 N. w. SCOTT.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-12
CONSTABLE JEFFERSON COUNTY

To the Editor of The Age-Herald. Why I should be elected constable or Precinct S7, in city of Birmingham: First, am 53 years old, strong in pody' sound in mind and held in highest es- teem by those who know I.le best.
 Second, have been resident In Ere cinct 37 for IS years; 12 years in Louis vile and Nashville railroad service as agent and telegraph operator without a complaint but many of praise
 Third. my word is my bond to those who know me.
 Fourth, my strongest supporters say have the Jeffersonian requisites for good official-honesty, capacity, efficiency. Am proud of Birmingham and should be elected my supporters will be proud of me. Respectfully submitted.
 PINK L1CETTE. To the Editor of The Age-Herald. announce myself g candidate for con- stable. Precinct 2, subject to action Of democratic primary. Was born in Pike county, Alabama. (and am democrat and Methodist.
 Have resided in Birmingham 2s years; was once a justice of the peace.
 The reason ask for office: have tried to make a good citizen and leave the verdict to my neighbors. If elected I promise to serve faithfully and shall be grateful to my many friends.
 R. T. BOATRITE. To the Editor of The Age-Herald.
 You should write J. T. Abernathy on your ballot for constable in beat 37, be- cause. though the office ie considered
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-12

To the Editor of The Age-Herald.
 You should write J. T. Abernathy on your ballot for constable in beat 37, be- cause. though the office is considered
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-12

lie schools, and 10 years work in high school have equipped me for practical service in county schools.
 FLORIBEL BROWN OHME.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-12

To the Editor of The Age-Hera,d.
 As a candidate for constable of heat S7, will present the following reasons why I should be elected.
 l have been 8 citizen of Birmingham Tor IS years. Have never sought of- flee, having been engaged in the livery business the entire time. The automo- bile is fast taking the place of the horse, and have family to care Tor. ana am looking for work in a new field = From any of my numerous friends and acquaintances you may learn of my honesty and ability to perform the duties of this office. Respectfully.
 A. S JOHNSON
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-12

TO the Eu1rOr CT inc ASe- herald:
 want to be constable of beat 21
 There are IA others running for the office. What then are my qualifica- tions that entitle me to your vote above all my opponents?
 l. have experiencea For 16 years I've been deputy sheriff and constable, and have served over 10000 executions and attachments.
 2. I am careful. Not once have been successfully sued for inerti- ciency.
 8. Most lawyers real estate and fur niture dealers, wholesalers, and all three judges of the municipa court. under whom I directly work, tndorse me, because I am always competent and on the job. J. E. MATLOCK.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-12

the Editor of The Age-Herald: Tn response to your generous oner
 candidates to state their claims F .'office they seek:
 First, my qualification for coroner , business training of 35 years, resi-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-12

the Editor of The Age-Herald. Why I should be elected coroner. of |fferson county: |l. Because I am qualified to fill the Flee. R. Because I have been a good, law |iding citizen of Jefferson county for years.
 E. Because during these 3S years have helped a great many others se Ire public office and have never held |e myself and feel that I am untitled \ it. E. And if elected will do my best to the office creditab1y. R. B. HOLTAM.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
HAS OPTION ON
10 S. SECOND
Consideration of $4,000 Called
For in Option on Roberts
Property

An option on the Alexander Roberts
estate property. 10 South Second
street. Market Square, has been taken
by Charles Adler. real estate and In
surance broker, 1902 North Third
street, acting as agent. Mr.. Adler de-
clines to reveal the name of his prin-
cipal at this time or to say just what 1t
is contemplated to do with the prop
erty.
The Roberts property has 'front.'
age of ASA feet in Second street and
extends back 157 u feet to River alley.
Buildings on the plot include three
story brick storeroom and dwelling in
Second street and a repair shop in
River alley. The latter was formerly
used by the late Alexander Roberts as
his office and the Second street build
ing is now occupied, on the first floor,
by the Excelsior Cycle Company and
the upper floors are used for dwelling
purposes.
This building was slightly damaged
when fire destroyed the Kaufman
Underselling Stores. adjoining, short
time ago. The upper floors were used
by the late Mr.. Roberts as his home
until the time of his death. The wait
ing rooms of the Valley Railways
Company are located on the lower side
of the Roberts property.
In realty circles IL was said to-day
that the option calls for purchase
price of SAP, 900, but Mr.. Adler de-
clined to reveal the consideration.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
MARKETING WILL
GET STATE HELP
Secretary Patton Also Hopes to
See Encouragement of the
Sheep Raisers

Community centers which will serve
as an organization for the sale and
the purchase of agricultural products
or commodities related to the farm
will be one of the essential features
of the constructive work in solving the
marketing problem for the farmers OF
pennsylvania. This question was thor
oughly discussed by the members of
the Pennsylvania Commission of Agri-
culture meeting with the Secretary of
Agriculture to-day.
The committee on marketing, con-
sisting of Secretary Patton and Com
missioners NJ. z. Bushong, of Lancas-
ter county, and Morris T. Phillips, of
Chester county. will meet next week to
so over the various reports and formu-
late general marketing plan that can
be adopted for Pennsylvania and which
may serve as model for other states.
Sheep raising in Pennsylvania was
under consideration and il was decided
10 make a careful study and survey
of conditions in the State. A. c. Bige-
low and Clarence Sears Hates were
here for the more sheep" movement.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
First Positive Indication
of HOw Germany Will
Attempt to Meet Demands
BY Associated Press

Washington, ID. c., May 3.-The an
definite instructions are to be given to
German submarine commanders is the
first positive indication of how Ger
many will attempt to meet President
Wilson's final demand that she declare
and effect an abandonment of the
present methods of submarine war
fare.
Whether the new instructions will
meet the terms of the last merican
note and thus prevent break in diplo-
matte relations can only be determined
b. close and careful examination.
President Unshaken
President Wilson is represented by
| those closest about him as unshaken
in his determination that the issue is
not negotiable; that settlement can
not be delayed by discussion of side
Issues such as the British blockade and
retaliatory measures, and the contro-
versy between the countries can pro-
ceed further in diplomacy only If Ger
many effectually stops destruction of
ships without warning and takes
measures to bring her submarine op-
erations otherwise within the confines
OF international law.
The State Department was still with
out any report from Ambassador
IeTdru To-Day ana mas received nOJh-
ing since last Friday. It was stated
that in view of the developments in
Germany, including Emperor Will
liam's participation in framing the re-
ply. and the American ambassadors
visit to grand headquarters, the length
of time taken by the Berlin foreign
office to answer the American note is
not considered unreasonable, but il
was made clear that unless such i'm
portant DEVELOPMENTS had interviewed
to make for delay it would not have
been considered that the American de-
mand for immediate action had been
met
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03

LContinued From First Pagel
Mexico City and Washington will say
the final word.
Operations Restricted
be based on the general proposition
that the American troops will further
retire toward the border and operate
against Villa bandits in restricted
district where their presence and ac-
tivities will not provoke further hos
tility of the Mexican people. 1t is
understood the troops are to remain
there until such time as the admin
istration at Washington is convinced
that the defacto government is able to
cope with Villa bands.
Reports that the American TROOPS
will withdraw in either 80 or 60 days
are in no way confirmable.
Shortly after midnight. when he
had just finished a 12-hour discus
sion with Gen. Alvaro Obregon, Gen.
Hugh L. Scott refused to say If any
sort of an agreement had been reach
ed or whether another conference
would be held. Returning to his
private car he immersed himself in
papers he brought with him from
the meeting with the Mexican minis
ter of war. and later he was closet
ed with Gen. Frederick Funston un-
til the early hours of the morning.
1t is understood a report went for
ward to Washington this morning.
In well-informed quarters il was
pointed out that IL an agreement was
not reached during the long session
which began at noon yesterday and
did not end until 1905 o'clock this
morning every circumstance pointed
to one being arrived at soon.
Obregon Fair.
1t was asserted that Gen. Obre-
gon had shown every willingness to
meet his American conferees half way
when he consented to remain in con-
ference so long.
From an official who has been in
touch with the situation as it devel-
oped. 1t was learned that the MeXi-
can representative was convinced of
the necessity of cooperating with
the American expeditionary force but
had held out for withdrawal as long
as possible because outbreaks among
smaller Carranza chieftains was In
/ evitable if it did not take place.
The one fact in connection with
the second conference causing most
question was that Gen. Funston took
no part in it. The only explanation
made was that when the meeting be-
gan it was simply a social affair. ar
ranged at Gen. Scott's suggestion sc
] that he might present some assur-
ances to Gen. Obregon in a purely in
formal way. Later 1t is said, it was
/ found convenient to take up formal
negotiations and this was done.
Gen. Funston came to the hote
where the conference was held late
/ in the afternoon. He was on hand
when the negotiations ended. He
had a room near the conference and
is believed to have kept in touch with
Gen. Scott by telephone.
That a stenographer was employed
during several hours of the second
meeting was regarded as significant
1t was pointed out that no one would
scarcely be employed to take dowr
disagreement.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
What Does Your
Food Cost? You could

easily spend two dollars for
a meal and not get as much
real, Bodybuilding nutn-
ment as you get in two
Shredded Wheat Biscuits,
the food that contains all the
muscle-making material in
the whole wheat grain pre-
pared in a digeshble form.
Two Shredded Wheat
Biscuits with milk or cream
will make a complete, per-
feet meal, at a cost of not
over FIVE cents. A food for
youngsters and grown-ups.
Eat it for breakfast with
milk or cream; eat it for
luncheon with fresh berries
or other fruits. Made at
Niagara Falls. N. Y.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03

Allison Hill was completed this morn
ing by electricians who have been
working for weeks on the job.
All of the overhead wires will be
removed now and more than seven
miles of wire will be taken from the
poles. During the change all of the
boxes were in service. Three new fire
alarm boxes have been placed in use.
They are Box No. 721, Nineteenth
and Market streets; No. 723 Eigh-
teenth and Holly streets, and No. 50,
Thirteenth and Berryhill streets.
Plans will be started shortly by
City Electrician Clark +. Diehl for
the removal of all of the West End
systems to underground conduits, he
announced this morning.
With the entire fire and police call
system protected, little trouble is
expected in the city because of
storms which heretofore kept repair
men busy because of the damage done
to the wires.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
300 More Irish Prisoners,
Including Women, Are
Landed at HoIyhead
BY Associated Press

Holyhead. Wales. May S.-Three
hundred more prisoners from Ireland,
20 wounded, landed here today.
They included a number of persons of
some what higher station than those
who landed two days ago. Some
were clerks, sportsmen. tradesmen.
farmers and 'intellectuals." Most
of them appeared to be greatly ex-
hausted.
Although they wore mems cloth
ing, it was said several were wom en-.
Only about fVe per cent wore the
Sim Fein uniform. Many prisoners
doubtless are truthful in saying tthey
knew nothing OF the revolt when
they were mobilized. Whether that
will in any way mitigate their treat
ment is not known.
Some indicated willingness to turn
states evidence. Some startling in
formation will come to the govern
ment from this source
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
DUBLIN CLEARED
OF SHNN FEINERS
All Have Surrendered; Being
Transported to England in
Batches of Hundreds
BY Associated Press

Dublin, May SIN an order of the
day thanking the troops engaged in
the suppression of the rebellion here
Lieut.. Gen. Sir John Maxwell, the
military commander. says that owing
to the tireless efforts OF the soldiers
all the rebels in this city have now
surrendered.
Normal conditions are returning
gradually in Dublin and reports re-
ceived from outlying districts indicate
the situation is we'll in hand.
The chief of the fire department
estimates the damage TO buildings at
fl 100000 and to stock at E750,000.
The number of buildings destroyed or
damaged is 179. In County Galway
the insurrection has been quelled COM
pletely. as need OF bread is great.
There is no yeast to be had in that
district.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
Judge Kunkel Says
Court Alone Shall
Pass on Exceptions

In continuing the argument on the
objections to the Rev. DR. William n.
Yates. Senatorial primary nomipstion
papers. from this morning until to-
kel questioned the action of Secretary
OF the Commonwealth in rejecting DR..
Yates papers before the court had pass
ed upon the exceptions.
The court intimated that the secre-
tary's Interpretation of the primary act
governing such cases was wrong; no
officer other than the court has the
right to pass upon exceptions to a petit
ton. the Judge pointed out. The Yates
hearing will be resumed at 10 o'clock
Tomorrow morning.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
MethOdists Plan to Unite
North and South Churches
Special to thc Telegraph

Saratoga. N. Y, May 3.--A remarkable
demonstration of approval yesterday
greeted Bishop John w. Hamiltons fa-
vorable refrence to the proposed plan
of consolidating the Methodist church
in the North and the South, and all the
churches and fraternal organizations.
when he read the address of the board
of the bishops at the Methodist gem
eral conternce.
The delegates arose and cheered, and
Bishop Berry called for a period of
silent prayer for the success of the
movement, which will bring more than
$500. 900 American Methodist under one
leader.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
Commonwealth Trust Buys
Large Tract Just Opposite
Reading Railroad Station

Ru1nors of railroad development in
the vicinity of Market street between
Tenth street and the subway were re-
vived to-day when 1t became known
that the Commonwealth Trust Com
pany has purchased the plot of ground
known as the Northern Central tract,
al the northeast corner of Market
stI eet and the Pennsylvania railroad.
The tract measures 20 by 100 feet and
was formerly occupied by the bed of
the old PENNSYLVANIA canal.
The fact that the ground is just
opposite the Reading Railroad Station
gave rise to rumors in realty circles
that the ground may eventually be
used in railroad extensions.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
$4,000 IN PERMITS

Building permits issued to-day au-
thorize operations that will cost ap
proximately $2.500. DIR. c. f. l..
Keene. school director, has planned to
remodel his home at 1S45 Berryhill
street at cost of $1,000 and D. L.
Hershey will make some important
alterations to 1916 Derry street at a
cost of S1.500.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
Gerard Declines to Make
Any Reference to His Visit
to Kaiser at the Front
By Associated Press

Berlin, May 2. via London. May g.
Ambassador James w. Gerard, after
his arrival at the American embassy
OH his return from general headquar-
ters. received the newspaper corre-
spondents and held a short conversa-
tion with them on various topics. not
including the one in which they were
exclusively interested. The ambassa-
dor declined to make the slightest ref
erence to the occasion of his visit to
the emperor, explaining that the sit
uation imposed absolute silence on
him.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
Sir Thomas Lipton's Yacht
Erin Is Sunk by Mine

London. May 3.-The British armed
yacht Aegusa, the sinking OF which by
q mine was announced yesterday, was
formerly the Erin, Sir Thomas Lip
tons private yacht. 1t was taken over
by the British Admiralty and used as
hospital ship. Later 1t was armed,
and before being sent to the Medlter-
ranean. where II was sunk. was on pa
troll duty in the North Sea. ..
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
"JIN. LONG IIEUTrNANr

r James T. Long. Jr., first sergeant Of
Company D. National Guard, was unani-
mously elected second lieutenant at a
company meeting last night. He sue
ceeds J. P. Wilbar. recently commits
stoned first lieutenant when John T.
Bretz was appointed captain, succeed
ing ]. J. Hartman.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
SEIZE MEAT DEPOT
BY .4Jsoeidted Press

Mexico City. May 3.-A meat sup
ply depot belonging to a foreign cor
poration with large capital was TAX
en- over by the government to-day.
The organization formerly was known
as the Popo Meat Company and was
largely financed by London capital
lists. It had exclusive rights to
slaughter and provide beef and other
meats to the city.
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
East End Fire, Police
and Patrol Box Wires
Are Now Underground

Work on transferring the fire alarm,
police telephone and patrol box sys-
TENS to underground conduits in
Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1916-05-03
Situation in Galway
From Irish ReUot Serious

Dublin, May 3.-The situation in
Galway resulting from the Irish revolt
has been serious. according to advices
lust received. on Tuesday, April 25,
l,2OO rebels approaching from Oran-
more were within three miles of Gal
way when naval vessel shelled them
from Galway bay, compelling them to
retire to Moyard castle at Athenry.
On the fohowing day another naval
vessel landed 100 soldiers, who forced
other Irish to retire toward the castle.
Encounters between the rebels and
small bands of police resulted in a
number of casualties. Among those
arrested were Professors Stinberger.
Welsh and McEnri. all of the Uni
versity of Galway.