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The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17
FOR A CHAPLIN REVIVAL

From the Chicago Tribune.
 Chicago could rightly be envious of Picking, China. It may be an uncomfor- table and dangerous spot, but it has al- most every week Charlie Chaplin film. The distinction should be noted. He who was Charlie the boisterous and some times Rabelaisian is now MT. Charles, the great star and multimililonaire.
 Charlie was the man who could throw a pie deliciously with humor. Charles cannot or will not, and a great art is again reinquished to the tyros. Chaplin s early manner-which was partly lack of manners-had a dignity about it which the second period does not show. His art was forcefu and he still worked mostly in the flat-as the artists say-confining his, movements to two dimensions and one plane.
 In his early period also he mingled lit- erally. as well as socially perhaps, with Mabel Normand, who has sice become star and dignifed, not to be called plain Mabel or Keystone Mabel, but Miss Mabel Normand.
 His middle period, without Miss Nor- mand, we have just seen. He had gained in refinement if not in force, and he had abandoned his habit of pushsing pretty girls and policemen into ponds. We missed that Also he appeared occasion ally in dress suit-a thing he can easily overdo.
 His third period is about to begin to bring him doubtless new laures. But we cannot restrain sigh over the golden days when he and Keyston Mabel were young and riotous. Why should not some producer, convinced of the early genius of the great comedian, conduct revival of Charlie? Many of us missed him. Let us have an exhibit of his early work.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17
SONG
By Christina Rossetti.

By Christina Rossetti. When I am dead, my dearest.
 Sing no sad songs for me; Plant thou no roSes at my head,
 Nor shady cypfess free; Be the green grass above me
 With showers and dewdrops wet; And If thou wilt, remember.
 And if thou wilt. forget. shall not see the shadows,
 I shall not feel the rain; I shall not hear the nightingale
 Sing one, as if in pain: And dreaming through the twilight
 That doth not rise nor set. Haply I may remember,
 And haply may forget.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17
rurNsToN,s TnEA

From the New Orleans Times-Picayune.
 A Mexican general offers~prizes for the ''best planted fields" to planters in the district under his control. The "best rlanted field" in Mexico under present conditions would be, one assumes. the field best planted with dead bandits.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17
BEGINNING THE DAY-Lord,

BEGINNING THE DAY-Lord, I need Thee today. | need Thee es- pectalIy because I am starting out so brayeIy. Life seems easy today. And on days like this l have fallen so often. My pride has invited my fall. | have fallen even without my knowing it, and have looked back long afterward to weep over my shame, | need Thee most when l think l need Thee least. Amen.-H' M. E.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17
Diversification in DnIIas

The boil weevil and the movement for the reduction in cotton acreage cut down the production of cotton in Dallas county last year to less than 2O,00O bales against nearly 6O,O0O the year before," said J. P. Doherty of Selma, sheriff of Dallas county, who was in the city yes- terday. Cotton has been the principal crop in Dallas county for generations but the farmers have been forced to look to other crops for the future.
 The production of corn and other grain crops has shown a wonaerruI increase in the last year or two, but it is prin- cipally in the matter of cattle and hog. raising that the county is preparing for it's prosperity in the future. Recently a planter in our county held cattle sale at Oryille and the average price Tor the cattle sold was s206 per head and the This is believed to be the record for any large numbers of hogs and tattle sold in Alabama. About $12,0o0 worth of stock was sold at this one sale.
 The plantations and. farms in Dallas county are being rapidly stocked with fine cattle and hogs, and it is probable that in the future our section of the state will become one of the greatest live stock producing regions in the south. There can be no finer place for stock raising and the best pasturage. in the country can be had the year round in the black belt of Alabama. The boil weevil and war conditions together have brought about a big change in farming conditions in Dallas and the other coun- ties in central Alabama, and while it has caused considerable hardship in many cases for the immediate present there seems to be no doubt that the changed conditions will prove vastly ben eficial so far as the future is concerned.
 Regarding politics, Dallas county oc- cupies a peculiar position Every county official is seeking reelection and not a one has opposition. When it is consid- cred that some of them have held office for as long as 20 years, this state of affairs is remarkable. It would seem to speak we'll for the efficiency and popu- larity of the officials who are to be chosen this year.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

The impression is growing that General Carranza will need something more than luxurious whiskers and pompous air to maintain his power in Mexico
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

It is said that the police of Cleveland may abandon their belts. It takes quite a lot of leather to encircle the waist of the average "cop.'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

The Ford company is now turning out about 5Oo0O0 cars year. No wonder a pedestrian has to dodge a dozen Ford cars to one of any other make.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

An explorer at present in Birmingham is a strong partisan of Dr. Cook. Had Dr. Cook belonged to the United States navy he might have had better chance to prove his case
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

America is said to have the fattest garbage can in the world. All the more reason why it should be kept covered.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

The modern soldier is well pleased tC drop into rut. The deeper the rut the better he likes 1t.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

An ordinary seaman doesn't receive much pay, but his opportunities to spend money are correspondingly limited.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

Few presidents of the United States than President Wilson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

The moving picture industry has cre- ated a number of new words and several millionaires.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

Business is booming at Columbus, N. M. Villa succeeded in putting that town on the map
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

Old Man Winter Is playing one-night stands in the north and east regardless of the calendar.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17
SIZING UP CARRANzA

From the Cincinnati Times-Star
 Carranzas $ de facto government ap- rarently has more dignity and sensitive ness than power.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

A Chicago paper proposes a Charley Chaplin revival. Yet on other occasions it takes the part of suffering humanity.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

The town that produces a famous base ball pitcher can well afford-to rest on its laurels.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

Uncle Sam has at last discovered that Germany is an unreliable witness in court.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

Despite heated denials, there are good reasons to believe that Berlin has tight ened It's belt.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

Riding on the water wagon is a safe way to travel, but it, is said that the scenery is poor.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

The oyster gets little out of life, but nevertheless serves a useful purpose.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

However, no serum has been discoy- cred yet that will cure spring fever.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

Praise us as we are tested. allow us as we prove.
 -TroiIus and Cressida.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1916-04-17

Henry Herbert Childers. in the North American Review
 "T HAT about Colonel Houses con- M nectiops with the campaign of
 w 1a12p How did he meet Wood
New Britain herald., 1916-12-15
Clty Hems

Gift Certificates at Besse- -Leland's. Ask about them.-advt. Give him an Overcoat Besse- Eeland's, of course.-advt. The ideal gift, silk hosiery Damon 5 shoe Shop.-advt. Goodness of Aunt Delia's Bread" |" E-advt.
 Rev. John E. Fay addressed the hembers of Bishop Tierney Assembly, Fourth Degree, K. of C., last evening In, Characteristics of a Gentleman 9 See the mufflers at Wilson on's.-advt. Carload of Christmas trees just ar lived at Volz's greenhouse.-advt l Diam onds, M. c. LeWitt.-advt. Our Neckwear at Csc, considering &uality and style, cannot be bought Elsewhere for s1.00. See for your Jeff. Besse-Leland Co.-advt. Jafnes F. White is confined to his ome on Trinity street by illness Wrist Watches, M. a c. LeWitt-
 dvt .r<..
 White tissue and Xmas package
 Trimmings at Adkins, 66 Church St.
 dvt.
 We are showing white and colored
 nen handkerchiefs; French under
 lear, blouses from S3.75 and up for Emas. Buckley & WhaIen's, PIP
 rumbull street, Hartford.-advt.,l. ..
 A Candy Cane given to every child
New Britain herald., 1916-12-15

accompanied by parent at Besse- Leland 's-advt.
 See the Neckwear at Wilson'S advt.
 N. D. Hancock has been discharged from the local hospital where he un- derWent treatment.
 Christmas Checks cashed at Besse- Leland's.-advt.
 See the mufflers at Wilson's.-advt. Rubbers at cut prices. Besse- Leland d's.-advt.
 Christmas Club savings can be used to splendid advantage by the purchase of one of those beautiful coats at the Kavanaugh Shop. 40 Pratt St., Hart ford. Tempting prices prevail.-advt. Hear Singing Evangelist Green wood at Peoples church tonight. Last meeting of the Week.-advt. Our Toy Department now open. Gladding's, 4 Chestnut street-advt. Rubbers at cut prices. Besse- Leland s.-advt.
 Frederick Beale of Syracuse, N Y, is the guest of MT. and Mrs. James Sleath of Lake street.
 oTCneSlra every afternoon at beSSo- lands from to 5:30 D. m.-advt Santa Claus every afternoon from to 5:3O D. m. at Besse-Leland's
 -adVt See the White Way at Besse-Leland's s
 -advt. Give him an Overcoat. Besse- Leland's, of course.-advt. Fine jewelry, M. C. Lewitt.-advt Gift Certificates at Besse-Leland's S. Ask about them.-advt. See the mufflers at Wilson 's.-advt. Toys at Gladdings, 4 Chestnut St.
 -advt Diamond Lavallier, M. c. Levitt advt. Christmas Checks cashed at Besse- Leland 's.-adVt.
 John Miltern, the local actor. has been selected to play the lead in "Camblers AL" which is now re- hearsing in New York.
 See the Neckwear at Wilson'S advt.
New Britain herald., 1916-12-15
LODGES ASSEMBLE
 TO NAME OFFICERS
New Britain Council, Q. U. A. M., to Vote on Nominees Dec. 2S

/ At the meeting of the New Britain council, 0. U. A. M., last evening the first nomination of officers took place. The second nomination will be held next Tuesday evening. Election will take place on the evening of Decem- Der. 2S. In connection with next weeks meeting delegation from Nathan Hale council of Bristol will attend as some Bell city representa- tives will be initiated. Following the in1tiatory work refreshments will be served. Members of the local lodge will go to Plainville this evening to at tend the meeting of the Ex-Council- orS' association as the guests of franklin council Those going will take the 7:27 o'clock trolley.
New Britain herald., 1916-12-15
SWISS STRICTLY NEUTRAL
New President Insists Country Will Show Favqrs to Neither Side But Will Guard Own IntcS 9ity.

Paris, Dec 15, 5l5 a. m.-Edmund Schulthess, the new president of Switzerland, in an interview with the Berne correspondent of the Petit Journal, affirms the intention of his country to main strict neutrality.
 The policy of Switzerland" he as- serts. "dictated by our traditions, our desires, even by our vital interests is and will remain that of loyal and strict neutrality toward all the bel igerents-a neutrality sustained by an immovable resolution to defend our integrity and independence against all corners.
 "The economic position of Switzer-
New Britain herald., 1916-12-15
N. w. C. A. NOTESf

Visitors are welcome at the Y w. C. A. tonight, to watch the gymnastic classes at their usual stunts Do not miss this opportunity to sec how some girls in New Britain keep well and happy. This is not a prepared exhibition but a sample lesson of the work done every week The regular days order will be followed: march and run, tactics free work, wand eX- crcises, apparatus, folk dance, anH game. The lesson begins at & o'clock in the Y. w. c. A. gymnasium
New Britain herald., 1916-12-15
Martha Chapter, o. E. s.

Following are the newly elected officers of Martha Chapter, O. F. S.: NCrthy Matron-Mrs. R. J. Dixon. Worthy Patron-R. T. Dixon.
 Associate Matron-Mrs. w. J. Rawlings.
 Secretary--Miss Bertha Schmidt. Treasurer-Mrs. Jennie Goddard. Conductress--Mrs. Alton Mason. Associate Conductress-Mrs Geo. Boyer.
 The installation will be held at the first meeting in January The society will hold a Christmas tree celebration some time this month.
New Britain herald., 1916-12-15
New Britain Nest.

Those nominated as officers of the New Britain Nest of. Owls are as fol- lows:
 Pres1dent-Colonel A. L. Thompson. Vice Presidents-A. P. Marsh and pr. Aaron Pinkus
 lnvocator-W. Driscoll
 Trcasurers-Dr. Aaron Pinkus and W. Rowley.
 Financial Secretarys-J. LaBlanche, w. Meeker, J. Talmadgc.
 Recording Secrctarys-W. Conley, E. Moore. J. Craig and J. LaRlanche. Picket-A. M. Taylor
 S3ntinel-E. Evans.
 Musician-R DOlfinger.
 W2rden-J. Hickey.
 Physician-Dr. Thomas Mulligan
New Britain herald., 1916-12-15
Eagles Nominate.

At the meeting of the New Britain Nest of Eagles, the following officers were elected:
 President-Otto s. Schmarr.
 Vice President-Louis Jurdean. Secretary-William H. Schuey. Treasurer-Fred Jurgen.
 Chaplain-Frank Thompson Inside Guard-Robert Andrews Outside Guard-George Weir. Trustee-William Kramer.
 Physician-Dr Joseph Walsh, The officers will be installed the first meeting in January by State Trustee Edward Manney of Meriden.
New Britain herald., 1916-12-15
St. JOSCDh'S YOUnG Men.

James McGrath has been elected president of St. JOseph's Young Mems society, the other officers being:
 Vice PreSident-F Francis J. Kiernan.
 Financial Secretary-PCter Patrus.
 Recording Secretary-James Me- Cabe.
 Treasurer-JOhn O'Leary.
 t-at-arms-W O'Brien.
 The officers comprise the board of directors and they will nominate a track captain and report their selec- tion at the next meeting. The presi- dent was authorized to appoint a committee to prepare a program of sports for the winter season.
New Britain herald., 1916-12-15
White Rose Camp.

White Rose camp, R. N A., met last night when the following officers were elected:
 Oracle-Mrs. Daniel kildur. Vice Oracle-Mrs. Bush. ChancellOr-Mrs. Lord.
 Sentinel-Mrs. JOelson.
 Marshal-Mrs. Buckley
 Recorder-Mrs Mary Mcdonald. Banker-MiSS Kern.
 Delegate to State Convention in New Haven-Mrs Mcdonald. Alternate-Mrs. Sarah Buckley. The officers will be installed at the first meeting in January.
New Britain herald., 1916-12-15

land is very complex. She is obliged, lH order to exist, to work and main tam relations with both groups of DelHSerents. This is not done with out misunderstanding but I think I am not mistaken n saying that cco- homie misunderstanding between switzerland and France are on the point of completely disappearing"
New Britain herald., 1916-12-15

Only One "BRONO QUININE." To get tho genuine, call for full name LAXATIVE PROMO QCININE. LOOK for signature of F. w. GROVE. Cures g. Cold in One Day. ~25c.-advt
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1916-08-11
BARRED FROM The
PRACTICE OF LAW

People throughout the state have
watched with interest the disbarment
proceedings brought against Attor-
ney James H. Thompson of Lansing.
The case was heard by Judge How
ard Weist of the Ingram county cir
cult, who caused an order to be en-
tered barring Thompson from the
practice of law for a period of five
years. Thompson was one of the
most prominent lawyers of the state.
He was formerly a member of the
state tax commission and at one time
a member of the state board of ed
ucation. The charge of which he was
convicted was fraud, deceit and NAL
practice in connection with innumer-
able Inheritance tax cIses
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1916-08-11
PROF. MCCORMICK WEps.

The Dowagiac Daily News Of Tues
day, states that Prof. p F. Mccormick
was married to Miss Flora Root at
the brides home in Manchester, Mich,
last Tuesday night Mr. Mccormick
was formerly superintendent of the
Paw Paw schools, leaving here to ac-
cept similar position in Dowagiac,
which he held for several years. He
goes next year to Denver, Colorado,
in the schools of that city. His bride
was formerly a teacher in the Dowa.
giac schools, and it was here that the
friendship sprang up, which resulted
in the nuptials.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1916-08-11
LOCKED IN COUNTY
TREASURERS OFFICE

There are some strange "Doings" at
the court house these days. Last
Tuesday, County Treasurer Duncombe
had business away for a few hours
and left Deputy o. w. Rowland in
charge. In some unexplained man.
ner, he locked himself in the vault,
and was unable to open the door from
the inside. He sent out the IS. O. s."
sign from the window, and Attorney
Glenn f. Warner came to the rescue.
Glenn succeeded in opening the door,
and was talking it over with O. w.
when the wind again slammed the
door, and they were both prisoners.
Again the "Hurry Up" sign Of distress
was sent out from the window, ard
Probate Register Margaret South
worth appeared this time in the role
Of rescuer. In trying to get the door
open, Miss Southworth pulled the lock
off the door. But eventually, she re-
leased the prisoners and they all went
on their way rejoicing. This is the
first time that the venerable and cs-
teemed O. w. has ever been locked in
solitary confinement.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1916-08-11
PECULIAR FEATURE
OF PRIMARY LAW

The attention of the voters is
called to a provision of the primary
election law which provides that a
voter may vote for any person whose
name is not printed on the ballot
provided that the name so substi-
tuted is not printed on any other
party ballot. Thus vote for a dem
ocratic candidate written in on a re-
publican ballot, or a vote for a re-
publican candidate written in on a
democratic baljo; wou i he absolutely
void, and the same is true with re-
spect to all political parties. There
seems to be NJ ing in me ,aR, how
ever, to prevent republican from
calling for a democratic ballot if he
desires to vote any part Of it, or a
democrat calling for a republican bal
lot if he desires to vote for any of the
candidates thereon.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1916-08-11
HEAD ON COILS.
ION WITH AUTO
Drove horse into machine
at street crossing. Teeth
knocked out and head
badly damaged.

Leon, son of John Maxwell, Of Por.
ter township, collided with an auto
on the streets of Paw Paw last Sun
day night. He was driving west on
Oak street and Messrs. John Ryan,
Martin Lynch and families of Bangor,
We're driving their car south on Kala-
mazoo street. Maxwell drove head
long into the machine at the inter
section Of the streets. Several teeth
were knocked from the horses mouth,
and apart of its lower jaw torn away.
DR.. Johnson was called to care for the
horse, whose mouth and head were
badly disfgured. The buggy was
broken, and the top of the auto dam
aged. None of the occupants of the
car or buggy were injured 1t is said
that Maxwell was racing with another
horse and buggy. II was mighty care
less driving to say the least.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1916-08-11
MAJESTIC KALAMAZOO
OPENS NEXT SUNDAY

Lovers of vaudeville will have a
chance to see the kind of entertain
ment they like at the Majestic in
Kalamazoo starting with next Sun
days matinee. The .Iening hill is
made up of five classy acts, each one
of which is complimentary TO the
other.
The musical Geralds start the ball
rolling with plenty of lively music,
Dolly and Calama having a singing
and talking act. "The Right Man" is
the title of the playlet on this pro-
gram. Bobby and Nelson are an
other clever pair, while the fifth and
closing act promises to be one that
will be long remembered by lovers of
the sensational.
Starting with Thursdays matinee
the program for the last half of the
week w II be ra|e up of 'oh7!o Small
and the Small Siste~s, Beo1y and
Woods John p GorGc', Pat Jarrett
md the Willie Brothers.
There will De three shows every
day; one in the gfterinoon and two at
night. Although the war has raised
the price Of most everything else,
the Majestic prices will not be raised.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1916-08-11
WILLARD TUTTLE
TAKES HIS LIFE
Worry over loss of crops,
together with excessive
heat, probably deranged
his mind.

Willard Tuttle, a young man 21
years of age took his own life on the
farm which he was working near
Vicksburg, Mich, last week.
He was the only son Of Frank Tuttle
who lives near I,awton. Mattawan
was formerly their home, and the
family are well and favorably known
throughout this part of the county.
The hot, dry weather had nearly
ruined his crops and he had worried
about it of late. He left a note adj
dressed to his parents telling of his
10 Io fol them hu' state .Lat he could
not stand his rs. he poor crops
together with the excessive heat is
thought to have temporarily de-
ranged his mind. He ended it all
with SO caliber revolver. He was a
young man of exceptionally good
habits and universally respected. He
was unmarried.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1916-08-11
HELEN KELLER IS
IS ON PROGRAM
Worlds Greatest Woman
comes as added attract
ion to splendid Chautau-
qua program.

Thanks to Mr. Holiday manager of
the Midland Chautauqua bureau, Paw
Paw is to have one of the greatest
headliners in the entire field of chau-
tauqua work, on its program this year.
The announcement has just reached
us that the great Helen Kellar, is to
be on the program as an added at
traction. Helen Kellar is called the
Worlds Most Remarkable Woman"
She has been both blind and deaf
since 19 months of age, and yet she
has accomplished all that scientists
have said that she could not accom-.
plish. She is college graduate, all
author Of merit, and has done all the
wonderful things that those possessed
of all their faculties have been unable
to accomplish in lifetime. Paw Paw
is indeed fortunate to be able to get
such an attraction for it's chautauqua
program. The best part Of it is, the
number is to be an extra attraction
without cost to holders Of Chautauqua
tickets. Thousands of people have
paid more than the price Of a season
ticket to the Chautauqua to see and
hear Helen Kellar The price Of the
season tickets this year is the same as
before, $500 which includes the
Helen Kellar number Chautauqua
patrons should show their apprecia-
tion to Mr. Holiday, by inducing their
friends all to purchase a season
ticket. Besides the latest addition to
the program, Helen Kellar, there are
many stars, more than ever before. A
glance through the program will con-
vince any one that this years program
is the best one yet to be offered to The
patrons of the Paw Paw Chautauqua.
The Helen Kellar number comes on
Tuesday, August %. Get your season
ticket and enjoy every number Of the
entire eight days. Two programs each
day, afternoon and evening, and every
program a gem.
The true northerner. [volume] (Paw Paw, Mich.) 1855-1920, 1916-08-11
OFF FOR CALIFORNIA.

Mrs. c. b. Dunham and son Eugene
Adams, who have been visiting at Bay
City the past month, at the home of
her daughter, Mrs. NJ. C. Wheaton, Jr.,
came to Paw Paw on the 29th, ultimo,
spending the last week Of their stay in
Michigan at the home Of Mr.. and Mrs.
G.. w. Tyler Mrs. Dunham being a
daughter-in-law Of Mrs. Tyler. They
were Joined by NJ. c. Wheaton, Jr., the
last of the week. Mr.. and Mrs.
Wheaton left on the 9Th inst. for Au-
burn, California, expecting to make
the Golden State" their future home.