The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-03-12
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small yet I am physically, mentally and morally qualified to perform its duties. always endeavor to make my dealings just and square with my fellow man and when you put me in this office shall not depart from that rule, and will stay on my job. I never ran for office before. am not under obligation to any faction, but am free to discharge any and all duties without fear or favor.
 JOSEPH T. ABERNATHY. To the Editor of The Age-Herald.
 Complying with your kind request to hear from the several candidates as to why they are running for the offices they seek. I beg to submit herewith few of the many reasons why I am asking to be considered for the position as constable of Beat g.
 While the work devolved upon one act ing as constable is largely that of con- munity work, it is at the same time a work much like that rendered by our justices of the peace such as is of spe- cial interest and pertains to and concern most vitally the rank and file of our cit izens, the average everyday man, woman and child. I have lived for the past nine years in Beat g, know the people, am known by them and feel that can sat isfactorily render the services the posi- tion demands
 J. w. (Bud) MORRIS. To the Editor of The Age-Hera1d.
 Why I should be elected constable of Beat 21 Have had IA years experience as constable or deputy constable. Have never been sued or had any trouble with any of my official acts Will pay over promptly to the clerk of court all money collected and will notify all parties con- either by letter or in person. of money collected. Will have experienced and sober deputies and will give prompt and satisfactory service. You will not be put to the trouble and annoyance of getting out alias papers.
 A. F. JAMES. To the Editor of The Age-Hera'd.
 I believe I should be elected constable of Beat 21 for the following reasons: 1. I have lived in Birmingham nearly all my life and probably know more peo- pie than anyone else of my age. This is an important qualification
 2 I know what the requirements of the office are I have had enough experience to know that the people want man who will discharge the duties of the office with promptness and efficiency. young man with plenty of "pep" is needed. Par
  delay and they expect the judgments they obtain to be collected. 3. If elected I promise an efficient ad- of the same without fear or favor. GEO. M. DORMAN. To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 Why I should be reelected constable of Beat 45:
 Because of the democratic precedent F,;f Nefi !, term.
 Because best fitted by experience and 
 Because in the present term, by reason of the panic, and general conditions of our community, the financial remunera- ton has not been the best, yet no graft scandals or frivolous arrests were made I should have it one term under pros- porous conditions.
 Because the new laws which go into effect in January, 1917, gives our court of all misdemeanors. I should be given the first term as reward for faithful performance of duties and a mark of confidence.
 w. T. COCHRAN. To the Editor of The Age-Hera1d
 I think I should be elected constable of precinct 21:
 
 qualified to conduct the office with all fairness to my fellowmen.
 2. am 8 charter member of the O. R. c.
 3. was warden of the city jail three years, and was a merchant in precinct 21 for 16 years, where I resided for 8 years. I place my life before you just as to my fitness to fill this place I ask for yOur vote. T M TTTCL To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 As & candidate for constable of Beat AZ (North Birmingham beat) I have been a member of the Birmingham police force Tor the past six years; am thoroughly familiar with this territory, and am ac- quainted with the criminal element that resides in this community.
 There are 22 separate negro quarters in this beat composing over 10000 ne groes, and only two policemen on night duty and one during the day.
 1eel that my experience as an officer and my familiarity with the territory together with my known record for law enforcement, are sufficient reasons for my election Respectfully,
 THOMAS R. CARTWRIGHT To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 As a candidate for constable of beat 37, will present the following reasons Why should be elected. , have been citizen of Birmingham for IS years. Have never sought of- flee having been engaged in the livery business the entire time. The automo- pile IS fast taking the place of the horse, and I have a family to care for. and 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 To the Editor uf The Age-Herald:
 Being candidate for the office of constable, beat 21, will say that I am at present in the office thoroughly conversant with the duties thereof. and have become, through experience, eff cient
 I have always turned all money into court, as soon as collected; have been courteous and reliable, as would be testified to by any member of the bar. It has always been the custom of the democratic party to give man "who has made good" a second term. I feel that these qualifications will meet with the approval of the voters of beat 21. GEORGE M. HOWLE. To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 Dear Sir: am candidate for the office of constable in beat g. Jefferson county. have lived in this county for 40 years, and have never aspired to office before. Was a soldier boy in the war between the state. Belonged to Waddell artillery. Battalion No. 20.
 JOSEPH H.. LEWIS.