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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
REGENT CAMPAIGN
 FOR NEW MEMBERS
 PROVES SUCCESSFUL
Chairman Hopson's Division Wins HonOrs in Y. M. c. A. Campaign. Closing Dinner Is Very
 Enjoyable

The membership campaign of the Young Mems Christian association closed yesterday at 12 o'clock with 541 memberships secured during the cam paign, which was Al more than the number asked for. This proved one ot the most interesting campaigns held by the association in recent years The honors of the campaign went to Chair man Hudmon Hopson of the Crimson squad, whose division secured 993, more than double the number obtained by Chairman Shelby of the Whites. Chair man Shelby presented Chairman Hop son with a banner won by his division in last years campaign.
 The closing dinner was one of the most enjoyable occasions of the entire campaign and President Cosby of the association thanked the men of the teams for the good work and for the success of the campaign. He was fol- lowed by Secretary Stallings in a short address of appreciation and with the suggestion to keep the Birmingham as- siciation in the lead in the south. Chairman Hopson spoke of the loyal men who composed his division and the great work they had done in mak- ing the race a winning one for his division and he was followed by Chair man Shelby, who thanked the men of the White division and his regret in being so tied down by business that it was impossible to give much time to the campaign.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
READING IN BED IS
 FATAL TO MARKHAM

London. March 0.-(Correspondence of the Associated Press.)-Sir Clements Markham, the explorer, who was burned to death in his home recently in fire supposedly due to his habit of reading in bed by candlelight. will be remem- bered as the man who made quinine cheap.
 During an exploration of Peru and the unknown forests of the eastern Andes his attention was attracted to the cul- tvation of the cinchona or quinine tree On his return to England he was appoint ed member of the board of control that governed India and then pressed the im- portance of introducing the clnchona tree to India, both to reduce the price and to give the natives an opportunity of using it in the malarious districts.
 In 1860, the date Sir Clements went to Peru to procure trees, quinine was worth S2.50 an ounce in london and s an ounce in Calcutta. But his proposals were treat ed with cold scorn by the wise men of England, even including Huxley. None the less, he took his cinchona trees to India and established their cultivation. which brought down the price of quinine to 25 cents an ounce in London and 2 cents in India. Out of his industry Sir Clements personally derived absolutely no profit
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
Canning Peppers for Winter

Here is the way to can peppers for winter use: Take out the seeds; cut into pieces green or red peppers. Pack into the can only so far as to the neck. Pour on boiling water just to cover peppers, but not fill the can. Put on the rubber and can top. Snap up the wire, put into a kettle of water with a cover on, boil afterwater begins to bubble for half to three-quarters of an hour. Take from theNwater at once and snap down the other wire. Do not place in a draft, but have never cracked a can by remov- ing to seal. The peppers are fine for salads or for whatever you wish them for Here is a recipe for apple butter Use tart apples; peel and stew them. Mash fine and to each quart of pulp add half cup of sugar, one teaspoon each of cloves, allspice, and ground si@ namon. Boil about two hours, till thick and smooth. This is dark, keeps well, and is really delicious. I hope Mrs. F. E. M. will try it. MRS. l. H.
 The supplicants for recipes for canned peppers are hereby congratulated upon securing their coveted formulas. The peppers thus prepared are excellent for Spanish omeletes and other dishes re- quiring their piquancy and "snappi- ness" As for your apple butter, no oth- CT recipe I have ever read for the old Dutch delicacy meets so fully with my approval.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
Sweetbread TimbaIes


 T always have good magazines on hand and cannot bear to see them go to the junk pile when some poor, lonely I should be glad to have some Corner ite send me a good recipe for nice, crisp timbales. I have been unsuccessful in obtaining one. Also would be thankful if some one will give me a pattern of drawn work insertion in crochet.
 MRS c. c. M."
 Your gift of magazines is most op- perfume. We are gathering up all we can find lying around loose" And in very gratitude we must get for you the desired pattern But I wish you had told us what manner of timbales you want! We have recipes for seven or eight varieties under our eyes. At venture offer one for sweetbread timbales: Make shells of rich puff paste, bake them, and fill while hot, with a mix ture made according to the following recipe: Cut pair of blanched sweet breads into small dice. Cut 10 canned mushrooms into quarters and mix them with the sweetbreads. Add eight blanched and chopped almonds and six olives cut into tiny pieces. Heat a cup of cream and thicken it with tea spoonful of cornstarch rubbed into one of butter. When smooth and thick add the sweetbreads, olives etc. If too thick now, thin the mixture with a little mushroom liquor As soon as all in- gredients are heated through remove from the fire and turn into the shells.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
LOCAL ALUMNI OF
 PEABODY COLLEGE
 ATTEND BANQUET

The alumni of Peabody college of Nashville who are attending the educa- tional association and number of To- banquet in the private dining room at the Tutwiler last night. Prof. R. V. Allgood, principal of the Avondale pub lie schools, was toastmaster and the principal address was made by pr. Charles F.. Little of the Peabody col lege faculty
 The following officers of the Pea body Alabama association were elect ed: President, R. V. Allgood; vice pres- ident, Miss Laura c. Spalding; secre- tary, D. G. Chase; treasurer. A. F. liar mon.
 Among those present were: Mrs. J. D. Smith, Gadsden; T. R. Owens. GadsZ den; D. J. Burleson, Auburn J. T. San ders, Moundville P. M. McNeil, Besse- mer; J. D. Pope, Florence; Miss Nata- lie A. Martindale, Birmingham; J. M. Crowell, Moulton; L. B. Self, Birming- ham; J. M. Hawkins, Birmingham; Miss Margaret Ligon, Birmingham Miss Pattie King, Anniston; B. B. Nich- eran. Pineapple; Miss Carrie B. Smith, Jacksonville; s. A. Ellis, Birmingham; A. s. Scott. Jasper; N. w. Hanson, Jem- ison; Mrs R. l.. Faucett. Prattville; Miss Laura c. Spalding, Birmingham A. F. Harmon, Selma; Miss Elma Burns, Ensley; Miss Hattie Trousdale, Ensley; Mrs. J. Alex Moore, Jasper; G. K. Wampler, Anniston; w. E. Dickson, Birmingham: MT. and Mrs. Daniel liar mon, Blocton; Miss Frances A. Young blood Ensley; Robert Rowell, Athens: Miss Frances Noble, Anniston; E. M. Wright, Troy; Miss Berta L. Summers. Opelika: J. D. Williams, Birmingham; A. R. Jones, Rockford; R. V. Allgood, Birmin gham; Charles E. Little, Nash vile; D. c. Chase, Birmingham.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
ML|N INTRODUCES COTTON CONSPIRACY PROBE RESOLUTION
Investigation of Bear Raids on New York Exchange Aimed At-Approved
 by Gregory

Washington, April 7.-Representative Heflin of Alabama today introduced a resolution in the House asking for a complete and thorough investigation of the New York Cotton exchange" where, he said, he was convinced that ''con- spiracy exists and has existed for some time to hold down the price of cotton.
 The resolution was prepared after MT. Heflin had consulted Attorney General Gregory.
 Representative Heflin introduced similar resolution several months ago. That introduced today was presented as substitute, and was agreed on by the committee of the cotton growing states, recently formed here by southern repre- sentatives to secure investigation of what was termed bear raids on the New York exchange"
 The committee was organized February 26 and petitoned the Attorney General to begin an inquiry into the alleged eff forts to depress cotton prices. The de- partment of justice has been conducting such an investigation, but has not yet announced what action if any, will be taken. z
 The Heflin resolution would provide for the committee on foreign and domestic commerce, or a subcommittee to sit dur ing Congress or during recess at such places as found necessary. It would give the committee power to summon wit nesses, require the production of such documents as desired, and employ coun- sel to conduct the examinations. Testi- n1ony would be under oath.
 The preamble of the resolution recites that in. the monthly report of the de- partment of agriculture of December, 1915, the cotton crop of the country was esti- mated to be the smallest for number of years, but that nevertheless sharp fall in prices followed publication of the report, when the contrary would have been expected fin the absence of any artificial interference with the operation of the normal laws of trade"
 "It is widely believed that the price of cotton has been unduly and artificially depressed through operations on the New York Cotton exchange" the resolution says.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
GREECE WILL ISSUE NEW POSTAL STAMPS May Be Delayed by Servian Occupation of Island
 of Corfu

Athens, Greece. March 15.--(Special Correspondence of the Associated Press) Designs for a new issue of Greek postage stamps have been approved and unless the Servian occupation of Corfu inter- feres with the printing of them, the new stamps will be on sale within a few months Greek paper money is printed in the United States, but the postage stamps are printed on the Island of Corfu.
 The matter of stamps for letters in Greece has become complicated by the fact that during the holidays, such as those around Easter, no letter posted for delivery in Greece will reach it's destina- tion unless it Is stamped with a 'Na- tional Relief Stamp" in addition to the regular postage. These relief stamps are in two denominations-two- of cent and one cent-and the proceeds of their sale go to the aid of families of those killed in the Balkan wars of 1912 and 1913 The design of both these stamps shows dying solder in the fore ground, while a white-robed figure in the background takes woman and child to her bosom. From an artistic point of view they are very ugly designs.
 In add1tcn to the obligatory national relief stamps there are Greek Red Cross stamps and stamps of the Women Patri- otic league on sale in all postoffices The use of these is so strongly urged by the postal clerks, that the average Greek ends by believing that they, too, are obligatory, with the result that he covers the good part of an envelope with stamps. The Patriotic League of Greek Women is under the presidency of the Queen and it's stamp bears a crowned circle, within which is a Greek letter s for Sophie, the Queens name, inter- twined with a red cross. These, as well as the Red Cross stamps, are issud in one denomination only, one cent each.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
A QUESTION OF SANCTrTY

|, explained that he was not sanctified and that he was much better than a dog
 When the above evidence was heard by Judge H. B. Abernethy, in the municipal court, he said: 'Parson, I will take my text today from the book of recoI- lections, where the scripture reads, Many will be called but few will be chcsen.' Remember that parson?" "Yes, sir, judge,' replied the negro We'll continued Judge Abernethy, you are the one have chosen out of the many called, and I am going to take up a collection, and will let you pay the cost of the court for your part
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
DENIED BY BAKER

Washington, April 7.-Recurring re- ports that the Carranza government had asked, formally or otherwise, for withdrawal of the American forces from Mexico were disposed of tonight by statement from Secretary Lansing flatly denying that such request had been made, formally or by intimation or suggestion.
 MT. Lansing explained that when the American expedition was ordered across the border to chase Villa, General Car ranza had inquired of the state depart ment the proposed strength of the force and campaign plans contemplated. Since then the de facto government has been progress of the chase
 Belief in some quarters that Carranza had asked or soon would ask, how much further into Mexico the United States in tended to send it's soldiers has been based on the belief that Villas trail was get ting "cold." Recent state department ad- vices have given no clew to the outlaw s whereabouts. The last report several days ago had him located near Satevo. Since inability to secure any further definite clew.
 An encouraging feature of the campaign today was found in reports to both state and war departments indicating actual cooperation between the American and de facto government troops. News from the border was to the effect that Amer jeans had penetrated into Mexico as far as Cieneguillas, near Satevo.
 A dispatch from American Consul Letcher at Chihuahua. through General
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
Helps for the Housewife

Just a helpful word by the way, for my sister housemother: Drop a handful of salt in the bluing water, and your washing won't freeze. Spots on knife may be rubbed off by using cork with alcohol. ANNA P"
 I wish you had told us how much bluing water should go with the hand full of salt. Any device that will keep clothes from freezing on the line should be welcome to the housekeeper whose fine linen suffered from freezing in the open air during the "cold snaps of the passing winter. A dear woman showed me, almost with tears, the other day a fine damask tablecloth that looked as if it had been pappered with fine shot. The laundress left it to freeze in the teeth of a sharp northwestern and the teeth bit into it.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
Not to Be Beaten
he Vancnuuar World

From the Vancouver World.
 A Highlander by the name of Mac Dougall, who for years had prided him. self on being able to play any that had ever been played on the pipes, had perched himself on the side of one of his native hills one Sunday morn ing and commenced blowing for all he was worth
 Presently the minister came along and, going up to MacDougall with the intention of severely reprimanding him, ask ed. in very harsh voice, "MacDou- gall, do you know the Ten Command ments?"
 MacDougall scratched his chin for a moment and then, in an equally harsh voice, said.
 "Dye think you've beat me? Just whistle the first three or four bars. and I'll have a try at it."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
MILK WAR ENDS WITH
 FARMERS VICTORY

Chicago, April 1.-The Chicago milk war was practically settled today and within 24 hours, it was predicted, the normal supply will be restored. The result is claimed by the farmers as a complete victory. They demanded an increase from $1.S3 Is per hundred pounds to s1 55 and this apparently is the price they will get. Tonight all of the distributors ex- cept one had agreed to pay the higher price and the last one is expected to sign tomorrow.
 This does not mean an increase in the price of mlk,' said Dr. John D. Robertson, commissioner of health, with whom the farmers and distributors have been meeting. "On the contrary, I have assurances that the price-8 cents quart will remain the same tosthe consumers.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08

Because he was contradicted when he tried to pull Billy Sunday stuff" from the pulpit, Rev. Tony Blackshear. ne gro exhorter of the gospel, had Sam Goodwin, another negro who took issue for disturbing public worship The con- gregation of which Blackhear is the head is known as the Triumphant Church of God, and claim to be sanctified; so when Blackshear declared from his pulpit that anybody who was not sanctified was no better than a dog, Goodwin arose and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
ChOp Suey Recipes

will you please publish in your col umns a recipe for chop suey? We should be grateful to you. l.. S."
 Since your letter came we sent off to press two reciptes for chop suey in answer to another request. I hope you will see them. Our poverty of space prevents us from repeating the recipes so soon. Should they escape your eye, write again, and we will make room for one at least of them. We would meet your wishes whenever we can. The Chinese national dish appears and re- appears in our Corner four or five times year.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
Condition Serious

The Hillman hospital authorities stated last night that the condition of Mrs. Alice Lovingood was serious It is said that Mrs. Lovingood attempted suicide early yesterday morning in her apart ment at the Fox building. Fourth ave- nue and Nineteenth street, north, by taking several bichloride of mercury tab- lets. She was rushed to the Hillman hospital in F. T. Shaw & Sons ambu- lance, where the stomach pump was used. The woman has inads no statement:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
Deaths and Funerals
Infant McEyer

The infant son of MT. and Mrs. c. r. McEver died yesterday at noon at the family residence, 3620 Avenue E. Funeral services will be conducted from the resi- dence at 3 o'clock this afternoon, with interment in Elmwood cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08

A $ to The Alien" the nine-part "A Paramount special feature 4 \ which will be shown, at the Strand on the first four nights of next week, only the highest words of praise are heard from the camps of the film reviewers. "The Alien is based on "The Sign of the Rose" and it features George Beban, one of the greatest actors in the histrionic world.
 For "Tbe Alien" Manager Aber- nethey announces that the policy of reserved seats will be in vogue. There will be only one performance nightly, which will begin at S15 o'clock. THE BATTLE CRY OF PEACE"
 That the popularity of this feature is not waning was easily manifested yesterday, when hundreds visited the Alcazar to see 'The Battle Cry of Peace" Today this great spectacle the picture that awakened America to the dangers and horrors of war-is again at the Alcazar at reduced prices for children.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
Where, Indeed?

From Harpers Monthly.
 Children" said the Sunday school su- perintendent, this picture illustrate to- days lesson: Lot was warned to take his wife and daughters and flee out of Sodom. Here are Lot and his daughters, with his wife just behind them, and there is Sodom in the background. Now, has any girl or boy question before we take up the study of the lesson? Well, Susie?"
 'P1eathe. thir,'' lisped the latest grad uate from the infant class, where ith the flea?"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
McMahon Gets Commission

Montgomery, April 7.-(Special.)- )-An- nouncement was made by the state mili- tary department today that Carl McMa- hon of Mobile has been commissioned a first lieutenant in Company E, First regiment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
THE SOWERS."

What is the use of raving over a Lasky picture? This is the question a movie fannette fires at us. And then she proceeds to answer her owa question by raving a little. "All Las.zy pictures are superb,'' said this young lady. and just the mere advertise ment that one will be shown is enough not only to bring me to the Strand but my whole family. So l say what
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
VILLA IS LOCATED AT LA BOQUILLA IN CODE MESSAGE TO FL PASO
 SENT FROM TORREON
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terly absurd As far as the tales of massing of Carranza forces across the border are concerned, they are too foolish to be denied"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
THE MfLLIoNAIREs SON

THE MTLLIONAIRE'S SON"
 Manager E.. H. Colley of the Prin- cess theatre announces a Knicker- booker three-part feature, "The Mill lionaire's Son" for today Richard Johnson takes the leading role and this production from the Balboa studios is said to be possessed of much that is worth while.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08

Bell, reported an engagement at .Ciane- guilla," on April 4, between Carranza troops under General Gavazos and 50 10 killed and two captured MT. fletcher also confirmed reports of the fight April 1, between the Tenth cavalry troops, under Colonel Brown, with a Villa band at Aguascalientes, in which between 20 and 30 outlaws were reported killed.
 The consul's report quotes Colonel Brown as saying that troops in his com- mand had subsisted largely on beef and corn but mining company had brought in a special train of supplies, including forage, to replenish the American stores. special train of supplies sent yesterday. Difficulties of communication were indi- cated by the fact that Consul Letcher's dispatches were sent on the hAexican wire and addressed to General Bell at Fl Paso instead of to the state department. Since Tuesday night there has been no direct word from General Pershing and no in- formation came today regarding the mill itary developments.
 Secretary Baker said he had no infor- nation regarding the progress south ward of the American forces and had received no word that supplies handled through private shippers had begun to move the Mexican railways from Juarez.
 The state department received official reports tonight that the value of Car ranza currency had risen materially dur ing the last few days, over 50 per cent in some districts. Reports from Acapulco and other interior points said conditions were quiet. Tranquility slo~~ N~-'' the east and west Mexican coasts also was reported to the navy department.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
HE FELL IN LOVE WITH HIS
 WJFE'' ''

A filmization of E. P. Roes popular novel, "He Fell In Love With His Wife, will be shown at the Colonial theatre today with Florence Rockwell in the stellar role. "IIe Fell In Love With His Wife" was produced by Morosco.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-08
ERE>OOTIIGEYTS@ @ @ AnD 2SGRER1
By RICHARD F. LUsSIER

is the use of raving over a Lasky picture-they are all too good to rave about"
 The Sewers" at the Strand to- day, is Lasky picture-with Blanche Sweet in the star role. What more can be said?