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The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16

The home gardener must count all most inevitably upon the presence in his garden of plant diseases and pests, says a new Farmers, Bulletin of the U. s. Department of Agriculture, No. SIS, "The Small Vegetable Garden" !" 1t is pointed out that if these are not combated they will interfere seriously with yields or even destroy, the plants. : It is hard for some gardeners to realize the importance of making ear 1y provision to combat these enemies of plant life. It can not be too strongly emphasized, however, that such provision is of equal importance with other phases of gardening and that it should under no circumstances be neglected. The wise gardener does not wait for the appearance of insects and diseases, but takes steps to com bat them by spraying the plants at reasonable intervals from early spring until his crops have been harvested, or by other protective measures. He thus insures himself against the like lihood of loss.
 The necessary implements and ma terials for protecting the home gar den against insects and diseases should te assembled early in the season. These consist of substantial hand spray CT and the necessary concentrated so- lutions, which, after dilution with wa ter, are to be sprayed on the plants.
 The diseases which affect garden plants may be divided into two groups, parasitic and constitutional diseases. The parasitic maladies, such as the blights, are caused by fungi or, germs, and usually may be prevented or con- trolled by spraying with Bordeaux mixture. Little is known, however, of the so-called constitutional diseases, and little can be done to prevent their ravages. If some malady which does not yield to treatment with Bordeaux rr,;;xs.,.a manifests itself on isolated plants in the garden, it may be well to pull up these plants and burn them.
 The insects which attack garden plants may be divided into two groups those which eat or chew the fruit or foliage and those which suck the plant juices Eating insects may be killed usually by spraying poisonous solutions or dusting powders on the plants which they attack. Arsenate of lead is the poison in most general use for this purpose. This substance is poisonous to persons as well as to insects and must be used with care. It
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16
GOLD MINING PROGRESSES

Capetown April 1.-The gold min- ingindustry is almost the only one which has enjoyed fredom from in- terruption owing to the war. This Is accounted for in a summary prepared by the Transvaal Chamber of Com merce as due to "the national impor- tance and the essential nature of the industry both through the necessity of it's product to the Imperial govern ment and the fact that it's discontinu- ance would mean a chaotic condition of affairs in South Africa" Since the beginning of the war, South Africa has produced 100,0Oo.00o pounds sterling in gold. Twenty per cent. of the white employees have voluntarily gone on active service, and the extra fi- nancial burdens imposed by the war on the gold mining industry are esti- mated at 3,0O0,000 pounds year. Da- vidends last year were about 100000 pounds less than in 1914. although the production was 100000 pouncu sterling greater. 4,-
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16
AILURING FOR OFFICE sEF,KERs

London, April 14-An alluring prospect for office seekers is held out in the announcement that a new gov ernment department with only four teen officials has received a govern ment grant of 100000 pounds in 6 lump sum, together with a promise of yearly grant of at least 10000 pounds more.
 The new department bears the inn posing title Bureau for Assisting Sci entific Research into Industrial Prob 1ems." The fourteen officials will have a payroll of 7,350 pounds, and the rest of the money is to be spent in assisting associations and individu- als engaged in research work to carry their investigations to successful conclusion. Tl.c 100000 pounds is expected to last five years. and in
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16

rious that the government made ab- duction a capital crime, and set out to capture the offenders. On April A, 1779, two sisters, named Kennedy, residing at Rathmeaden Manor in Waterford. were spirited away. They were not only beautiful, but heiresses to a large fortune, which made them attractive prizes. This time Nem- esis awaited the rascals responsible for the outrage. Gerald Byrne, grand son of Sir Gregory Byrne, and James Stanage Willard, were arrested on the charge of having abducted the Ken nedy sisters, tried and convicted, and sentenced to death. Both young men were well connected, and pleas in their behalf were made by nobles of France, Germany and Spain, but they were of no avail.
 The execution of Byrne and Willard dampened the ardor of the members of the Abduction Club, but few of the more reckless spirits maintained the organization, which spread to Eng land, where it was finally disbanded in 1902.
 The Hell Fire clubs which f1ourished in Ireland and England earlier in the eighteenth century were also com posed of young men of good families, and some of them had not a few feminine members. Abductions of girls were frequently charged to those clubs, but such escapades were but an incident in the careers of the recklcEs aS riotous youths who joined in the profane and obscene orgies of the Hell Fire clubs. The members were not unbelievers in religion, as has some times been alleged, but on the con- trary most of them were so credulous as to believe that they had sold their souls to the devil.
 Suicide clubs have fourished in all countries for centuries, and such clubs have existed up to comparatively re- cent times Another famous old club was the Man Killer, only those being
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16
CHAafE1lBONs AMUsE WOUNDED

Alexandria, Egypt. April 14.--A few score chameleon are an indispensable part of the equipment of every mill tarD hospital in Egypt. Although they are on duty in the wards chiefly be- cause of their unsuitable appetite for flies, they also serve to amuse pa tients, who never tire of watching the strange variations of tint assumed by the strange animals. A favorite occu- patton of the Highlanders is to put a chameleon against a background of a piece of Tartan kilt. Here, the sol dfers assert, the chameleon has to ad- init itself beaten. After vain effort to mimic the colors of the kilt it takes on a more or less neutral tone and resigns itself to the inevitable.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16
N-ANIERICAN
 BANK FOR PETROGRAD

Petrograd, April IA project is under way for the formation in Rus sia of an Armenfan-American bank with a capital of 150,000,000 rubles. The plan has been under discussion for some time between Armenian cap- italists in Russia and the American bankers in America.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16
SEIZE LIGHTNING RODS

Lausanne, Switzerland, April H. The German authorities in Alsace, it Is learned, have confiscated all the lightning rods in the district that con- tain copper, and have ordered the con- fiscation of all copper and platinum used for the preparation of lightning rods.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16

eligible to membership who had killed at least one man in a duel The Sur ly Club, which long flourished in Lon- don, was composed of cabmen and boatmen who met weekly to practice the art of abusive language. Mem bers found guilty of courtesy or gen. tie words were subjected to fines.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16

The people who manufacture shoe plackng and other things sold in tin boxes, should never forget to attach the cover so tight that it takes a charge of dynamite to blow it off
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16
ENGLISH PRISONER FIGURES

" London, April 14.-The latest of ficiaI figures show that there are now in England 27,6I3 combatant prison CTS of war and 30,525 civilian prison CTS.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16

FUNERAL DESIGNS AND
 BOUQUETS JOHN RICK & 9ON
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16

The plotters will do we'll to spend their entire time plotting how to es- cape the long pent up wrath of the American people.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16

Timid people are hereby reminded that if two men are seen conyersing along time in low tones under the electric light, it is much more like ly that they are discussing the high cost of living than that they are plot ters st$
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16
$500
 Mile GUARAN

On a tire that has made good and is second to none for the price.
The Bridgeport evening farmer., 1917-04-16

dustries which are likely to benefit by the researches are expected to con- tribute to- the cost of the work.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10
BOARD NOW READY FORREG|STRAT|ONOF
 MENTOR ARMY DUTY

The board of registration which will have charge of registering citizens of lief ferson county subject to draft for mili- tary service for the United States is awaiting definite and detailed informa- tion as to the manner of procedure and the exact nature of their duties.
 The organization of the board, which under the law is to consist of the sheriff, the clerk of the circuit court and the county health officer, has already been perfected, with Sheriff T. J. Batson as president. Sheriff Batson has written to the adjutant general of Alabama, Gen. G. J. Hubbard, who will represent the national government in this state in the matter of registration, for specific in- structions. In addition to the sheriff w. Harrington, county health officer, are on the board.
 Registrars are to be named for each voting precinct in the county and they will sit at certain appointed times and compile the list of eligible men. A heavy penalty is provided for failure to reg ister It is expected that the registrars, who will be men above the age limit pro- vided for in the conscription bill, will serve without pay, although provisions are made for payment in case it Is re- quested
 No instructions have been received re- garding negroes, so it is presumed that they will be listed along with the white men of eligible ages.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10
KEITH VAUDEVILLE
 AT LYRIC THEATRE

A new programme of entertainment, which includes some of the best vaude- vile acts now before the public, will be presented at the Lyric at today's mati- nee. The bill will include such we'll known entertainers as the California Boys band of 3S pieces, that has proven such musical treat during the week; Gus Edwards School Days" a minia- ture musical comedy with nine talented performers Joe Dealy and sister, whirl- wind dancers; Doc O'Nei, comedian, and Mabel Johnson, marvellous female ven triloquist. Pathe news pictures will be a feature of all performances.
 The new bill that opens today and con- tinues through Saturday night will fur nish much amusement and entertainment. as much variety will be offered and it will be up to the Lyrics high standard.
 The California Boys band will pre- sent change of programme and this organization has proven one of the most popular entertainments of it's kind pre- scented here recently. The boys give wonderful exhibition of athletics and gymnastics and in addition are talented musicians. This act has pleased thou sands during the first half of the week and there are thousands who will enjoy it during the remainder of it's stay at the Lyric.
 Gus Edwards School Days" with a talented company of nine people, is one of the most pretentlous of vaudeville acts. All of the boys and girls assembled in School Days are dancers and singers and the act is just as pleasing and en- pertaining as any now appearing. It Is featured with attractive musical num- bers, clever comedy and good dancing.
 Joe Dealy and sister will present some high-class and whirlwind dancing. Both are well known in vaudeville and as dancers they are in class with the very best. They are said to be delightful en- tertainers.
 Doc O'Neil is one of the funniest fel- lows in vaudeville and he is expected to make one of the distinct hits of the new bill. He presents an entertainment that is filled with wit and humor and good, wholesome, laugh provoking enter tainment.
 Mabel Johnson is one of the few female ventriloquists and she is said to be ex- ceptionally clever. She has often been compared in ability to the famous Mar shall Montgomery, world renowned ven- triloquist. q~g4 --~7s s,er.r4f.rysss
 The Lyric, in its summer dress, is one of the prettiest theatres in the country and it is comfortable and cool at all times. The curtain al the matinee will go up promptly at 3 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10

Through the winter the blood accu- mulates poisons because you do not perspire enough, because you do not live in the open air, and because you eat more meat, mush and other rich foods. Every spring we feel sluggish. constipated, liver and kidney ills beset IS, colds and chronic coughs, pimples, boils and carbuncles, all evidence of impure, thick, sluggish blood.
 Sulpherb Tablets (not sulphur tab lets) are composed of extracts of roots and herbs, combined with sul- phur and cream of tartar-and no bet ter physic, blood-tonic and blood cleanser has ever been developed. Every spring thousands who alyeady know their value take them to purify the system of Winter Poisons. Now is the time to begin, so you won't be attacked by serious ailments when Spring and Summer come. Sold by all druggists soc per sealed tube with full directions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10
VIRGINIA MILITARY INSTITUTE MEN TO
 BANQUET TUESDAY
Will Celebrate Anniversary of Battle of New Market, Where Many
 V. M. I. Men Fell

A banquet of the local association Of the alumni of Virginia Military institute has been arranged to be held at the Southern club Tuesday evening, May 19 at 7:30 o'clock.
 The banquet is to be held In celebra- tion of the anniversary of the battle of New Market on May 15, 1864, in which the entire corps of cadets of the Virginia Military institute participated, losing over 50 killed and wounded out of an aggre- gate of 25o.
 It is understood that the association will take up at this meeting the ques- tion of so organizing itself as to give more efficient aid to the Virginia Milf tary institute in, it's plans for expansion.
 All loyal alumni of the Virginia Milf tary institute are urged to be present.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10
SPECIAL SCHOOL TAX CARRIES IN CALHOUN
Incomplete Returns From Election Show Citizens for
 Education of Children

Anniston, May 9.-(special)-Edu- cation scored triumph Tuesday in the election, and illiteracy was given 2 black eye by the patriotic voters of Calhoun county. who went to the polls and spoke in favor of wiping out the conditions that have too long prevailed to the hurt of Calhoun county. The two-nill school tax has been assumed by the voters and Calhoun county will henceforth march in the ranks Of pre- gressive element, who favor increasing the school facilities of the people In the rural districts.
 The complete tabulated returns are not available, but sufficient 1ntorma- tion has been received to show that the people favored, the tax by substan- tial majorities in most of the beats. The vote was not very large because the farmers were too busy with thelr crops to attend the election, but it Is believed that the result would have been the same had all voted.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10
HOOVER DOES NOT
 WANT JOB OF FOOD
 DICTATOR IN J. s.
Man Who Has Been Feeding Belgium Advocates Price Fixing and Prohibition
 During the War

Washington, May s.-Herbert c. Hoover reported to President Wilson today on food conditions abroad and presented the allies estimates of their food require ments from America during the coming year. At an hours conference he re- viewed the situation in detail, outlining measures foreign governments have taken to conserve their supplies.
 On his departure from the White House MT. Hoover was asked if he would ac- cept a place as food dictator if one were created.
 'I don't want to be food dictator for the American people" he replied. "The man who accepts such a. position will die on the barbed wire of the first line en- trenchments."
 Before the Senate agriculture commit tee during the day MT. Hoover urged that central food department be estab- lished. He advocated price-hxing bills approved by the administration as means of ending speculation and argued for prohibition as a war measure. Later he saw the six cabinet members who comprise the council of national defense. At this conference he cited the need for food control and outlined what the al- lies are doing in this direction.
 The first of the administration food
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10
WONDERFUL BILL
 AT LOEW'S bD0U

| There has been a wonderful interest in
 the establishment of Loew's Bijou, and | there has been a steady and pleasing patronage that indorses the Judgment of MT. Loew in adding Birmingham to his I chain of popular and successful theatres. The new Bijou is one of the prettiest theatres in Dixie. The architects and the contractors who have wrought the won derful work of rebuilding are sharing with MT. Loew the compliments that are being sincerely spoken and written. Every day records a new group of Loew patrons and with each newcomer there is an ex- pression of wonder and, real surprise because of the beauty of the Bjou and the quality of the entertainment that is offered continuous from l o'clock until Il o'clock.
 The five vaudeville acts and the fea- ture pictures that were seen the first three days of this week by thousands of people have completed their engagements and starting today and continuing tomor- row and Saturday a complete new Loew bill of vaudeville and an exclusive first run feature picture, together with com edy and novelty reels will be the attrac- ton.
 Heading the new programme will be Harry Bellets novelty, "The New Pro- ducer," a company of six gentlemen and five ladies, in grand opera cocktail, With a number of pleasing surprises. This act
 is one of the real features of present. day vaudeville and has been brought to Birmingham because of it's value, though there is a great demand for it's service in the eastern theatres. Harry Breen the always popular extemporaneous singer and nut com median, is an extra added attraction on this bill and will surely contribute to the popularity of the Bijou and in establishing a new attendance record for the busy theatre. Harry Breen is an accepted Broadway comedian. He has been identified with many good things in the profession and in vaudeville is conceded to be one of the brightest head liners. Espe and Dutton, duo Of clever entertainers, will share honors with the best liked vaudeville acts yet introduced in Birmingham. They have an act that is unusual and just the sort to be talked about. Largay and Snee, favorite duo of singers and dancers, will offer an original combination of song hits and novelty dances and Mile. Tojetti and Ben- nett in musical comedy whirl, will register the same hit that is always ac- corded the brilliant entertainers wher- ever they appear in vaudeville.
 Muriel Ostriche, in the World feature photoplay, Moral Courage will attract her scores of admirers to the beautiful Bijou. The little lady has become tre- mendously popular with the screen fans, and will be a regular at Loews BlJou. A Powers comedy-and there is no other better-a Nestor comedy full of laughs and Joker comedy that is side-split- ting, will be on the programme, together with an interesting magazine film, all contributing to what promises to be great entertainment,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10
"BUY-A-HOME" WEEK
 TO BE DISCUSSED

Birmingham Realtors will have as the principal topic for their meeting at the regular Thursday luncheon at the Hill- man hotel today "Buy-a-Home' week, which the exchange has set for next week.
 May 14-20 is Buy a-Home" week Tor the National Real Estate Dealers asso- citation, and the origin of the plan and some facts from the national association will be discussed at the luncheon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10
REBEKAHS INSTALL
 OFFICERS FOR YEAR
Birmingham Woman Chosen President of State
 Assembly

Mrs. Belle Powell of Birmingham was installed as president of the Rebekah state assembly for the ensuing year at the session yesterday afternoon. She was elected president of the organiza- tion at the meeting held yesterday morn ing at Fraternal hall, where the assem- bly, is meeting in connection with the grand lodge of odd Fellows.
 Other officers installed were: Mrs >a te Barnett, Montgomery, vice president Mrs. Emily Meeks, Birmingham wardeh Mrs. May D. Brunson, Mobile, secre- tary: Mrs. Leona B. Kirk, Tuscaloosa, treasurer; Mrs Addie Woodrow, Bir- mingham. member of the home commit fee: Mrs. Emma Shropshire Birmingham representative to the national assembly.
 A memorial service was held by the Rebekahs yesterday morning and the re- ports of various committees were re- ceived and discussed.
 The members of the assembly will go to Cullman this morning with the dele gates to the grand lodge of Odd Fellows to visit the Odd Fellows home there.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10

bills was debated in the House today, Chairman Lever of the agriculture com mittee presenting the measure with the declaration that It's prompt enactment is vital to successful conduct of the war Several members from the food produc- ing parts of the country attacked the bill as giving too much power to the govern ment, Representative Graham of Penn sylvania objecting particularly to proVi- sions empowering the Secretary of Agri- culture to send his agents into places or business to obtain information.
 One reason for this provision" Repre- sentative Lenroot of Wisconsin replied, lis to prevent speculation This will permit the agriculture department to get infor- nation necessary for that purpose"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10
Briefs in River Rate Case

The Birmingham Civic association was allowed 15 days by the Alabama public service commission in which to file a printed brief in it's contention for district rates to the Warrior river. The rail- roads affected will be granted 10 days after the brief is filed fin which to make answer, after which the commission will render a decision. J, J. Jackson IS the rate attorney representing the Civic as sociation and the shippers James Weath- erly, president, and Joseph B. Babb, man. ager of the association, were among those who accompanied MT. Jackson to Mont gomery and who are taking an active part in the case.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10
SAUNDERS SELLS HIS
 AUTOMOBILE BUSINESS

Bradley J. Saunders has disposed of his interest in the Saunders Motor Car company to w. B. Red) Smith. MT. Saunders, immediately after the con summation of the deal, left for Camp Walton, Fla, where he will spend some days fishing and resting. He made no announcement relative to his plans prior to his departure from Birmingham, but it is reported that he will re-enter the automobile business in this city. MT Smith has been connected with the Saunders company for several years and has been engaged in the automobile busi- ness here for a number of years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10
Hindenburg's Furious Assaults on the British
 Lines About Spent and
 Much Blood Wasted
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 of more than 1900 tons and 13 in the other category the previous week.
 Germany however. is still optimistic that her underwater campaign will be successful in ending the war The naval budget committee of the Reich stag has been told that in April not less than 1,100.000 tons of shipping comprised the booty of the submarines, while the minister of the navy has as sured the chamber that Germany has the necessary boats men. fuel and ac- cessories to persevere until the end
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-05-10
Georgia Woman, Who Killed Officer, Is Freed by Jury

Atlanta, May e-Mrs. Hattie Adams of Atlanta was acquitted by a jury in su- perior court here tonight of the murder of Capt E. J. Sprattling of the Fifth regiment, Georgia National Guard, whom she came to Macon and shot to death at the Georgia mobilization camp last Au- gust The jury was out two hours.