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The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-18
BIRMINGHAM NOT
 ABLE ID CHANGE
 ITS GOVERNMENT
Supreme Court Decides That There Is No Law to Allow City to Vote
 on Question

Montgomery, May 1I-(Special)-Citi- zens of Birmingham will have no oppor- tunity to vote on the question of aban- doning the commission form of govern ment in favor of the old aldermanic sys- tenn until present state laws are changed by the legislature. The Alabama su- preme court Thursday upheld the consti- tutionality of portion of the recent state law which says elections on the subject can be held only in cities of less than 5000 population.
 Horace c. Wilkinson, Birmingham at torney, sought to have an election held in Birmingham and when J. P. Stiles, probate judge of Jefferson county, re- fused to accept a petition urging an elec- tion which had been obtained by MT. Wilkinson, mandamus proceedings were brought by Mir. Wilkinson, who contended that the proyiso limiting the rights of the cities %population was unconstltu- tional. Th& Jefferson circuit court de- cided against MT. Wilkinson and de- clined to issue a writ of mandamus against Judge Stiles.
 Chief Justice John c. Anderson pre- pared terse opinion of the case, in which he affirmed the decision of the lower court. He said the constitution expressly provides that an entire law must be invalid if the invalidity of any section makes the law stronger than it was when passed by the legislature and that the legislature in passing the law which permits the second cities of the state to abandon the commission form of government expressly said the statute would apply only to cities of 35,000 pop ulation or less.
 The court upheld the validity of this section but saft that if it were invalid the entire law would be thrown out, as the legislature never intended that cities of more than 35.000 should vote on the question.
 This decision means that citizens of Birmingham who desire to change their form of municipal government must make their complaints to the legislature in 1919. Until that time the commission will continue to govern the city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-18
SELECTED ARMY
 WILL NOT BE CALLED
 BEFORE SEPTEMBER
Statement Is Made by Baker in Re- sponse to Suggestion That Men
 Be Used to Harvest Crop

Washington, May 17.-In response to suggestion by Senator Jones of Washington. that the new selectiyc draft army help harvest crops, Secre- tary Baker today disclosed that it is not expected to call out the first 50O,- 900 men before September 1, because and that there will. therefore, be no ''appreciabIe interference with the Ia- bOr supply of the country until that date"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-18
Another American Unit of Ambulance Men Are
 Off for Fighting Front

Paris, May 1.-The nineteenth section of the American Field ambulance left for the front today under command of James P, Gillespie of New York. a Yale grad uate,
 The second transport section, consist ting of 50 men and 20 iorries for mev- ing ammunition rapidly to vital points. will leave tanForrew
 Additional recruits to the numb CT of Is have arrived, They include repre- sentatives from Virginia, Dartmouth Harvard, Beioit. Princeton, Yale, Will Hams, Bowdein, Johns Hopkins, Chicago Cornell, Michigan, Illinois. Northwestern and Brown.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-18
American Sailing Vessel Is Wrecked in Boring Sea;
 Only Part of Crew Rescued

San Francisco, May 1.-The three masted ship Standard, owned by Libby. McNeill & Libby. is a total wreck off Cape Constantine in Boring sea, ac- cording to message received here to- day by the naval radio station. Of nearly 150 men aboard the vessel only 29 have been rescued, according to the report.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-18
Young Boy Injured

Lyman Miller, 6 years of age, was slightly injured last night about 7:30 o'clock at Eighth avenue and Eighteenth street, north, when he was struck by an automobile being driven by John Shee- han. He was removed to his home, S24 North Eighteenth street. where he re- ceived medical attention. Sheehan was arrested by Officer R. L. Drake on a charge of reckless driving.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-18

usual VI Sdil nave 0QoAllCoo 0o doARA during this great war the better for all," he said. "We want to stop all unnecessary work and unnecessary expenditures short off, and concen- trate on the immense volume of work which has to be done.
 WORK FOR ALL
 "There is no danger of not having work for everybody. The trouble is that there Is more work in sight than can possibly be done, and the question is whether we shall cut off luXuries or necessities.
 How is labor to be had to make uni forms unless it is released from mak- ing other clothes; how are looms to be had for blankets unless released from something else; how is steel to be had for ships, tin cans and agricultural implements unless other consumption is curtailed; how are women to be had for offices unless released else- where? And, finally how are we to put $7000, 100000 or sS,000,000,000 of purchasing power at the disposal of the government unless we curtai1 our individual expenditures?
 ''The country should immediately awake to the fact that it has a great task in hand and that it cannot car
 
 and continue to do all business 1t did before with the other
 Most of the argument against econ omy assumes that the people who economize will hoard their money. That, of course. would be foolish, but if they lend their savings to the gov ernment. it will find it's way directly back into circulation in providing for the governments needs
 SAVE IN TAXES
 "These bond issues will necessitate more taxation in the future than in the past. but the person who practices self-denial now in order to buy a bond not only aids the government, but will pay his taxes into his own pocket.
 Every community should be closely organized for subscriptions into these loans. Parents should buy for their children and employers should join hands with their employees in the name of a common patriotism, and to bring an end to the worlds last great war.
 This loan cannot possibly be taken up by the mere conversion of bank funds now idle. The people must an- ticipate their earnings and pledge them in advance. The treasury allows pay ments upon installments. and if these terms do not suit the subscribers con- venience, he should consult a banker of his acquaintance.
 "The bankers must make up their minds to lend freely. and a moderate interest rate. to promote this loan."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-18
FIRST PEACHES

The first shipment of Alabama grown peaches to Birmingham was received yes terday by the Bell Rodgers Produce 'ompany from J. H. Milton & C., of At more.
 The fruit was of a choice variety and the equal to any shipped here from ad- oining states. The shipment was pur-
 hased by J. A. Norris. 1924 Fourth ave- nue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-18
TIE WEATHER
Weather Forecast

Washington, May 17.-Weather fore cast for Georgia, Alabama. Mississippi and Tennessee: Fair Friday and Sat- urday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-18
NOTED NEW YORK
 BANKER PREDICTS
 BETTER BUSINESS
(Continued from Page One)

usual or can have business as usual during this great war the better for all," he said. "We want to stop all unnecessary work and unnecessary expenditures short off, and concen- trate on the immense volume of work
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Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13

land will do nicely, though a sandy soil is to be preferred because of its better sanitary conditions and drain age. If large plant is contemplated it should be located close to a railroad or other means of direct commnuica- tion with the city markets and the buildings should be arranged as con- veniently as possible so as to reduce labor to minimum.
 Houses for ducks are simple affairs. They are little more than shelters and require no furnishings, such as lroosts and nest boxes. Make no mistake about building the house on well drain ed ground and keeping it dry. Ducks can withstand a great deal of cold, their feathers are almost impenetrable. but they must have their feet protect ed. Scarcity of bedding on the floor OF a low, damp floor will soon put whole flock of ducks out of business. They must have dry quarters, strange as thi, may sound in view of their being given to water.
 If stream or pond is available it is we'll to allow the breeders the freedom Of 1t, as the eggs will prove more Ter tile. If an artificial pool is used be sure to clean it out frequently, for it is quickly fouled. Young ducks may be given the freedom of a stream until they are about eight weeks old, when they should be penned and fattened for market Ducks are heavy drinkers. They must be provided with liberal supply of drinking water at all times. It has been said that the only neglect that will kill young ducks is failure to furnish them with sufficient drinking water.
 The food must be largely of q soft character. Too much hard food does not agree with ducks. Moistened mash es are best, and the simplest ingredi- ents are to be preferred. Grit is even more essential to ducks than it is to chickens, and they should have oyster shells as well.
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
] AKEvILLE

Mrs. Cullen had the misfortune to injure her hand recently, and blood poison set in and was in serious con dition for several days, but now is re, ported on the way tu recovery
 E J. Stuart made a trip to New York city on Wednesday.
 The Rev Simon Stephers of Chat ham, N. Y. was in town last week, looking after the interest of his property here.
 The Epworth League Rally day ser vice held in the M. k. Church on Sun. day evening last was we'll attended, and tine welfare of the League thoroughly discussed and it is hoped the league will take a new start after its holiday.
 Ira Traver and family have moved from Wells Hill into the Rev. Simon Stephens house recently occupied by A D. Darling.
 The Democrat and Republican caucus took place on Saturday after noon and nominated candidates fol town offices.
 The regular monthly meeting of the W. O. W. will be held this Thursday evening, and all members are re- quested to be present as there is busi ness of importance to be disposed of.
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
Tke Perilous kca.

If a man is going to commit crime during his lifetime the chances are that.he will do it at the age of twe@.y nine. It is curious fact that statis- tics have shown that man is more dan gerous at this period of his life than at any other
 The general supposition is that me- have attained the highest development of their mental and physical powers at twenty-nine. and they are supposed to be able to distinguish between right and wrong and to realize the conse- quences liable to follow the Indulgence of either.
 Next to the age of twenty-nine the greatest number of criminals have been aged twenty-one, twenty-seven or for ty-five years.--London Answers.
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
LEGAL NOTICES.

ABSTRACT OF CANAAN, ss., Pro- D bate Court, August 15, 1917. Estate of Junius E. Rhoades, late of North Canaan, in said district, de- ceased. The Court of Probate for the District of Canaan hath limited and allowed six months from the date hereof. for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims for settlement. Those who neg lect to present their accounts properly attested within said time, will be de. barred recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make immediate payment to
 Adelaide x. Rhoades,
 Exec1trix,
 Ca9aan, Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
Don't Crowd Poultry.

Many fine chicks are materially in jured by crowding. They are growing rapidly and are greedy, caring more to get all they can, regardless of the wants of the others. They crowd ard tread on and pick each other until we find our once promising flock looking decidedly ragged. Separate. them ac- cording to size and give the weaker ones a chance. We may find our best fowls among them. The coops should be enlarged as they grow older. The cockerels should be separated from the bullets when they are three months old. But if you don't wish to keep them for breeders it would be better to sell them.
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
NOTICE.

The Registrars of Voters of the Town of North Canaan will be in session at Judge Roraback's office in said Town on Thursday, September 13, 1917, from nine o'clock in the forenoon until five o'clock in the afternoon for the purpose of perfecting list under the title "To be Made" of the names of those per- sons by whom or in whose behalf the claim is made that they will be entitled to be made electors in said Town of North Canaan before the date of it's An nual Town Meeting.
 Dated at North Canaan, Conn.,, this 5th day of September, A. D. 1917.
 J. Clinton Roraback
 Norman W. Moore
 Registrars of Voters.
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
TAC0NIC

Mrs. Guy Johnson was taken to House of Mercy, Pittsfield on Tuesday morning.
 John E. O'Hara has been home for few days before his final muster in and leaves today for Aver, Mass.
 Harry Bott went to New York to attend the funeral of his father.
 The community was saddened to hear of the death of William Field on Monday night at 10 o'clock. His death
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
Save Poultry Droppinus.

Chicken manure is the richest of all farm manures in fertilizing elements, and it should be so cared for that none of it's excellent elements be wasted or leached away. It should be preserved under shelter and have mixed with it such material as kainit or dry earth or acil phosphate or lanf plaster or muck. Do not lime 1t or add lime to it since it would drive off the nitrogen. It should not be mixed with sawdust or sand, as they are without value. To compost with loam or leaf would be all right
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
ABSTRACT OF CANAAN, ss., Pro

DIsTRICT OF CANAAN. ss., Pro. D bate Court, September 1, 1917. s Estate of Catherine E. Brown, late of North Canaan, in said district, de. ceased.
 The Court of Probate fer the District of Canaan hath limited and allowed six months from the date hereof for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims for settlement. Those who neglect to present their accounts properly attested, within said time will be debarred recovery. All per, sons indebted to said Estate are re quested to make immediate payment to
 Jenny B. Rodemeyer,
 Adminisoratrix,
 28 Woodland Drive,
 Greenwich, Conn
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13

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Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
ABSTRACT OF CANAAN, ss.. Pr

nlSTRlCI OF DAN IAN, Ss., Pro- D bate Court, September 10. 1917.
 Estate of Sheridan w. Barnes, late of North Canaan in said district, de ceased.
 The Executrix having exhibited her administration account with said estate to this Court for allowance, it is
 ORDERED-That the 21st day Cf October, A. D. 1916, at II o'clock in the forenoon at the Probate office in North Canaan, be and the same is s ;gned for hearing on the allow ance oi said administration account and this Court directs the Executrix to cite all persons interested therein to appear at said time and place by pub. fishing this order once in some news. paper having a circulation in said Dis trict, and by posting a copy on the public signpost in the Town Of North Canaan where the deceased last dwelt, at least days before said time assigned and make return to this court.
 Attest: David c Whittlesey, Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13

The Indian Runner duck, which had its origin in India-hence the forepart of it's name-has rapidly come into wide popularity by reason of its prolific egg yield and by req son of which 1t is aptly termed the Leghorn of the duck family. The name Runner is very appropriate for they literally run, instead of waddling, as do other ducks, and sometimes present a very comical appearance. The bird pictured Is an Indian Runner duck.
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
ABSTRACT OF CANAAN, ss., Pro

DISTRICT OF CANAAN, ss., Pro D bate Court, August 28, 1917.
 Estate of Horace B. Stevens, late of North Canaan, il said district deceased. The Court of Probate for the District of Canaan hath limited and allowed six months from the date hereof, for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims for settlement. Those who neglect to present their accounts prop. erly attested within said time, will be debarred a recovery. All persons in- debted to said Estate are requested to make immediate payment to
 Frank F. Stevens,
 Executor,
 Canaan, Conn.
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13

daughter Mrs. W. l.. Pentecost at whose home the funeral will be held on Thursday. at D. m. Rev. O. B. Carpenter officiating. The entire com- munity joins in expressing ics deepest sympathy to Mrs. Field and Mir. and Mrs. Pentecost
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13

had been expected but was neverthe- less a shock to the many friends he had made daring his stay among us. He was of a quiet urassuming nature, faithful in all duties, and ever ready to lend helping hand for any good cause. or to those in need
 He is survived by widow and one
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
Permission.

Fond Mother-My son, did your fa- ther forbid you learning to smoke? Young America-No, ma. When ask ed him if might smoke he said, "Not nlnnhV
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
At Court of Probate holden at Corn.
 wall within and for the District
 of Cornwall on the 27th day of

August A. D. 1917.
 Present Geo, R. Smith Esq Judge.
 On motion of Hubert M. Pratt, Exe- cutor on the testate estate Of Margaret DeWire late of Cornwall within said district deceased.
 This Court doth decree that six months be allowed and limited for the creditors of said estate to exhibit their claims against the same to Hubert M. Pratt, Executor, West Cornwall, Conn. and directs that public notice be given of this order by advertising in news. paper having a circulation in said dis. trict, and by posting copy thereof on the public sign post in said town of Cornwall nearest the place where the deceased last dwelt.
 Certified from Record, . Geo. R. Smith, Judge.
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
School Supplies

School has opened and the children have gone back for another year, and surely they want good supply of Blank Books Pads Pencils Pens Pen Holders Pencil Boxes Erasers Crayons and great many other articles
 You will find better place to purchase their needs than at store. We have just received large stock and are ready for the rush.
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
Stationery

We have also just received fine assortment of sta- tonery. Large supply of Highland Linen Writing Paper in boxes Correspondence Cards and Tablets. Hudson Cos1ooS Textne and Shakespeare Linen here in abundance.
 Ledgers Journals, Order Books, Cash Books, Note Books and practically every kind of book you want be found here.
 PARKER FOUNTAIN PENS-You can find a good selection to choose from Fountain Pens from $2OO up
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
DUCK RAISING PAYS.

DITUS FNTT EdSIIJ IIdIINISNlJ olIN w TUT
 Care Return Good Profits.
 Improved methods of artificial incu- bation and breeding combined with judicious feeding with the aid of ma chinery have enabled duck breeders to grow their stock early and thus obtain the best prices and to raiee large num- bers of birds, economically.
 Almost any location will do for duck raising Cheap, wornout or marshy
Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13
POULTRY PICKINGS.

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Connecticut western news., 1917-09-13

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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-09
YOUNG BURGLARS
Get SENTENCES
TO REFORMATORY

Several young men who kept the
local police busy during the past few
months by burglarizing stores and
residences were arraigned before
Judge Gardiner Greene in the crini-
nal superior court this morning.
James Nero, 20 years old, who broke
into Louis Francese's store last
March, was sentenced to the Cheshire
reformatory Harold Rooney, 21 years
old, arrested for burglarizing George
M. Baldwin's premises, was also sent
to the Cheshire institution.
John Duffy, 21 years old, pleaded
guilty to stealing SIS from Norah Cor
bin of this city. He was sent to the
Cheshire reformatory. Alfred Lyon
etti, who pleaded guilty to the charge
of burglarizing a Norwalks residence,
was sentenced to Jail for one year but
the court suspended sentence and
placed Lyonetti on probation. John
Hull of this city, an old offender, was
sentenced to one year in Jail for theft
Tt is alleged that he stole a hat from
Frank Hollywood, an employe at The
Stratfleld.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-09
LENINE, RUSSIAN
: RADICAL, CONE;
FATE UNKNOWN
Expatriate Under Czar's S
Rule, He Sought to Bring
About Peace.

London, May ST Is reported In
a Exchange Telegraph Co. dispatch
from Copenhagen that Nirwolat Le-
ME, the Russian radical socialist lead
er, has been missing for two days.
The dispatch, which quotes the
Svenslka Dagbladet Of. Stockholm as
its authority, says nothing is known
as to Lenine's fate.
Lenine, an expatriate under the old
Russian regime, was permitted by the
German government to return home
through Germany from Switzerland
after the revolution. He undertook
a vigorous campaign at the head of a
group of ultra radicals in favor Of
peace, ad was SO active that he caus-
ed some anxiety among those who
supported the government in its de-
termination to continue the war. Lat
terIy, however, Lenine's influence Is
said to have been waning.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-09
Erwin M. Jennings
Is Sued for $4,7OC

As a result of a dispute over the
erection of a building on Union
square, James A. Price of this city
has brought suit against Erwin M.
Jennings an others for $4,70o In pa
pers filed today in the superior court
Price claims the defendants made an
agreement with him by the terms of
which he was to erect a building on
the Union square property. When the
structure was completed the property
was to be conveyed to Price
1t is claimed by Price that he went
ahead and had the building erected.
He demanded last November that the
defendants convey tie property but
they refuse. Jennings says the agree
ment was not made, as Price asserts.
Price asks the court to order the de-
PENDANTS to give him a conveyance
and IL this is not done I'd reimburse
him for. the money spent in erecting
the building. The suit is returnable to
the June term.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-05-09
Lawyers Fee of
1888 Not Excessive

A legal fee Of 1870 was not ex-
cessiye in view of the services per-
formed, according to a decision hand
ed down by Judge Curtis of the SUI
perior court today in the suit brought
by Attorney George p. Rowen of
Stamford against Martha J. Stoothoff
of Stamford The amount awarded
was just what the lawyer sued for
He said he had done legal work for
the defendant The latter claimed
Attorney Rowen had received pay for
the work from other sources.
In the suit brought by the Algier
Shoe Manufacturing Co. Of Brooklyn
against L. Spelke & Sons of Stamford,
the court awards the Algier Co.
$745.60. The amount was alleged to
be due for ladies' shoes purchased.
The Stamford firm refused to pay be-
cause certain discounts had not been
given.