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


 intervals. Owes no allegiance to any group, interest or clique. Moneys of the county shall be economically and judicial ly used. Born in Jefferso ncounty in 1SS0. Interested in every progressive move ment. Every ready to serve the humblest citizen. Fl. M. ABERCROMBIE. To the Editor of The Age-Herald.
 Why I should be elected member of the board of revenue:
 have lived in Birmingham for 30 years and never before asked for office. Am democrat and owe no man a dollar. Am free to do my duty as l see it. l favor working convicts the county roads. Am for making all the roads of Jefferson county the best in the world. Am for the immediate construction of d permanent highway to the Warrior river. Was in business in Birmingham for 22 years and it will be a great pleasure for me to serve you as a member of your board of revenue.
 Thanking you for this favor, I am yours truly,
 JAMES Uncle Jimmie) FOSTER. To the Editor of The Age-Herald.
 My past record entities me to re-elec- tion, and is open for inspection.
 l voted to put the convicts on the tAtiNs~iis2 benefited
 When boy I lost both legs in a rail road accident, for which I never received a penny. I have always been on the job and worked for the best interests of all the people.
 My disability has never interfered with filling this office
 Every vote for me means my success. If reelected will continue to serve the people to the best of my ability
 Many things can't do. but can fill this office. RUFF R. BIVENS. To the Editor of The Age-Herald
 Serving the county four years as coro- ner thoroughly familiar with county roads and bridges and knowing where work is needed and extensions and inn provements should be made. I am in favor of building a road to the Warrior and building the roads from one end of the county to the other with convict labor Familiar with other branches of the county government. If you want practi- cal efficiency, vote for Charles Spain for board of revenue. c. l.. SPAIN. To the Editor of The Age Herald
 My reason for thinking I should be elected on the board of revenue
 I was reared in the country, received my education between the blow handles on the farm, where was taught honesty economy and perseverance.
 I am thoroughly familiar with the many hardships and disadvantages our farmers have to contend with.
 For several years I have been travelling salesman for several large commrcial industries of our county and become familiar with the two greatest interests in Jefferson county and feel that I am thoroughly competent to harmonize and handle them to the best interest of our entire citizenship.
 H. H. HUFFSTUTLER. To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 Candidate for constable beat 21 Jeff ferson county. Should be elected be- cause I am competent to hold the of flee. Am honest, sober and trustworthy. Have a clean record, which is open
 investigation at all times: have lived in Birmingham for IS years and al- ways stood for equal justice and treat ment to all. Your vote and influence will be appreciated and rewarded by faithfully fulfilling my duties if elect cd. M NUNNELLY To the Editor of The Age Herald: The best men of my neighborhood, county and state assure me An writing of their support, stating reasons as follows: "Your integrity and varied experience as mechanical engineer which embraces nearly all kinds of work, bridge and road building inclu- sive, fits you admirably for the posi- tion. ? Safety first" There should be one mechanical engineer on board I stand for more roads and better roads and giving the men a chance to work on them in district in which they live.
  fare of all the citizens of Jefferson county.
 Efficient service is what I offer. W. N. SHARP. To the Editor of The Age-Herald: Complying with your request of can- didates in coming primary I respect fully submit the following reasons why I think I should be elected as a member of the board of revenue: l have never sought public office before. None of my family has ever held office and have been taxpayers in this county for years. I am practi- cal business man in the prime of life and indorsed by every man in my resi- | dence beat, viz: Trussville. I desire 1 the office for the salary it pays, in tending to render the county diligent l and effective service at all times,
  ] Yours very truly,
 EUGENE H. SELF. 1 To the Editor of The Age Herald: | The people realize that the office of board of revenue is one of the most important in the county, requiring the | service of practical and experienced l business men.
 1 I am a practical road builder and successful business man. with 10 years l experience in road building and 9 l years business experience. 1 I reside in the northeast portion of the county, which has never had a member of the board.
 l I am in favor of a judicious, safe and economical administration of the coun 1 tvs affairs. guaranteeing maximum 1 of public service and results at the l lowest possible expense to the taxpay- l CTS. WILLIAM D. WADE. l To the Editor of The Age-Herald: l I have for several years success 1 fully managed large and important business for others, and have been trained to understand that money and material must be carefully used and fully accounted for, the training need | ed to handle the business and finances of Jefferson county.
 | I live in the north end of the county | It has been 20 years since man from that section has been elected to a 1 county place. It is only fair that one member of the board of revenue should | be chosen from that end of the county this time R. B. MONTGOMERY. | Warrior, March g. 1916.