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The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1917-05-03
Women Well Qualified to Aid Men In
Solving Of Many Municipal Problem.
By EWEIYN BAKER Professor Of Medicine John, Hopkins University

Unhealthy housing conditions bad disposal contaminated
ter supplies impure foods including bad milk child labor juvenile crime
ovecowdng ventilation dirty streets diseases smoke
nunces alcoholism and other drug habits mentioned among
of the problems about which should vote
Formerly the in her home kept the house Clean
food wholesome made that the op empe
tons against fire and tried educate her children and protect
from contagious disease and immoral influences Today this housekeeping
longer of the home alone but also of the city, and
this housekeeping of the work better than
In these municipal affairs of education justice charity
and hygiene should share the with The work
will improve they do
What has become Of the oahOnd who worry about
how the country bankruptng itself buying automobiles?
Nevertheless the toydog fad is better than poodle
who can't resist the temptation kiss pet nose
Cabbage selling such high price the that
longer any profit in making it into cigars.
England her golf links potato fields exchange
That's Just changing from bug to another
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1917-05-03

why any part of the house should ever
be dark or stuffy.
\ large basement is provided which
may be found to be of great service
in that it not only provides for laun-
dry, furnace room and vegetable cell
lar, but it also furnishes a place to
store any articles which might be in
the way on the upper floor.
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1917-05-03
HAVE CHARACTER
IN YOUR DWELLING
Keep Away From Freak Ideas II
You Want Home to Be Gen.
orally Admired.
GOOD QUALITY COMES FIRST
Simplicity of Design Gives the Fullest
Measure of Satlsfaction-Some
Features of House Plan De-
scribed Here.
BY WILLIAM A. RADFoRD.

Mr.. William A. Radford Will answer
questions and give advice FREE OF
COST on all subjects pertaining to the
subject Of building. for the readers OF this
paper. On account of his wide experience
as Editor. Author and Manufacturer. he
Is without doubt. the highest authority
on all these subjects Address all inquiries
10 William A. KadfOrd, No. 1871 Prairie
avenue. Chicago, Ill. and only enclose
two-Cent stamp for reply.
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1917-05-03
Not Product of Nature.

The natural products of the Arab
an deserts and other oriental regions
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1917-05-03

Nevertheless the toydog fad better than poodle
who can't resist the temptation kiss pet dogs
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1917-05-03

Cabbage selling such high price the that
no longer any profit in making it into cigars
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1917-05-03

England may her golf links potato fields exchange
That's Just changing from bug to another.
The herald. [volume] (New Orleans, La.) 1905-1953, 1917-05-03

What has become Of the oahoned who used worry about
how the country bankuptng itself buying
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
GO TO NEW YORK

To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 I wish to ask for my own benefit and for the information of many cit izens and taxpayers of the state:
 Why the prospective candidates for the governorship all have to go to New York city and consult with and get the consent of some person or power, un- known to the voters at large, before making their decision?
 Who is it in New York they all must consult before announcing?
 Then, too, I read that w. w. Bran don of Tuscaloosa could not or would not be a candidate If some Uncle Joe of Anniston' was going to be a candi- date. Is the office hereditary or is it controlled by a person or syndicate whose headquarters are in New York We are anxious to know and hope you can and will enlighten us. Personally I feel confident that ex-Gov. E. B. Co., mer could give some evaluab1ejnforma- tion in this matter.
 Not that doubt the ability and quail ifcations of any of the announced or prospective candidates so far. was surprised to read last night that Brecf Musgrove twas convinced while in New York that he should run to save the ship of state. Why do they all go to New York? Why not Louisville, Ky. for their authority or "to be con- vinced?" Yours respectfully,
 WALTER c. MORRIS.
 PHO Avenue G, Birmingham
 February B. 1917
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
PLAN B|G WELCOME
 FOR THE BATTERIES WHEN THEY RETURN
Brass Bands Galore to Meet Guardsmen-Despite Ger man Situation Troops
 Are Expected Soon

Brass bands galore will meet the home coming Birmingham Batteries A and c. when the guardsrnen return from the border patrol on February 10 or IL Plans have been made to welcome them with a mighty ovation The Community club will be at the Terminal station to greet the Alabama artilerymen with band
 The Girls Volunteer Relief association has planned to be on the scene with an- other band. and 1t Is reported that the Chamber of Commerce the Rotary club and other civic organizations will get behind the movement to show the Bir- mingham boys that the people of the city appreciate the sacrifices that the service in Arizona has necessitated-
 John B. Cox is head of the committees of the Community club that will plan the homecoming celebration for the Bir- mingham companies.
 Though the gravty of the situation that exists between Germany and the United States may cause the removal orders to be counterrnanded it is the opinion of guardsmen here on leave from the border that this will not prevent the return to Alabama on the scheduled date Un- less otherwise ordered in the future, the batteries will entrain at Douglas on Feb ruary 6, and will reach Birmingham four or five days later.
 Here it is probable that they will be held in camp and will not be mustered out but the boys will be at home.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
.LUTZ PROMOTED ID
 IMPORTANT POST IN
 P|TTSBURG DISTRICT.
Superintendent Wire Plant at Fairfield Succeeded by T. D. Temple
 of Indiana

The promotion of Charles ". Lutz, superintendent of the Fairfield plant of the American Steel and Wire company, to assistant manager of the wire plants in the Pittsburg district was an- nounced yesterday morning. T. D. Tenn pie of Anderson, Ind, has been named to succeed Mir. Iutz and has arrived to assume his new duties.
 In going to Pittsburg, MT. Lutz will have a greater scope of authority, in asmuch as the American Steel and Wire company operates plants at Tren- ton, N J., and at Rankin, Farrell. Alle- tontown, Danora and Braddock. in Pennsylvania. As assistant manager MT. Lutz will be in virtual charge of the operations.
 Mr. Lutz has been identified with the American Steel and Wire company in Birmingham since the construction Of the Fairfield plant He was in charge of the construction of the plant and has directed it's operations until now. In the steel and wire business he is regarded as keenly informed and his promotion was expected.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
LEWIS RETURNS FROM
 FUNERAL OF BROTHER
Member of Prominent Alabama Fam
 fly Died Suddenly in Richmond

Ivey F. Lewis returned yesterday from Greensboro, where he accompanied the remains of his brother, James Rhodes Lewis. for interment in the family burial lot in that city.
 James R. Lewis who was we'll known in Birmingham and Alabama, died Jan uary 29 at the Hygeia hospital in Richmond Va. from pneumonia.
 Several weeks ago ne left for Vir- ginia, intending to spend sometime with his family there. It was not un til Mrs. Lewis and the children arrived in Richmond a few days later that they learned of his severe illness. He was only i'll few days.
 Mr. Lewis is survived by four sis tors in this city: Mrs Allen c. Jones. Mrs Annie l.. Jones', Mrs. Hardee Johnston and Mrs. Mary l.. Tipton. His mother is Mrs. Kate Lewis of Greens boro.
 He was the son of the late Col. Ivey r Lewis of Faunsdale, who was one of the leading citizens of the cane- brake section of Alabama. He is also connected with number of the most prominent families of the state.
 Mir Lewis is survived by his widow. who was Miss Esther Watts of Ports mouth. Va. and two sons and daugh- ter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
ID PROVIDE PLACE FOR SMALL PLANTS Former Restricted District to Be Utilized for Light
 Manufacturing

A campaign to convert the area on Avenues A, and c from Twenty-first to Twenty-fourth streets into manufac- turing district will be started within the next few days. The principal property owners of that section of the city have joined forces and have agreed to con vert their buildings into manufacturing plants, warehouses or into other commeT- cial buildings.
 The property being adjacent to the Seaboard Air Line and in close proximity to the heart of Birmingham, it is the be- lief of the owners that it should make an ideal location for small industries. The property owners have agreed to make any renovations necessary. If de- sirabl the frame buildings will be dis mantled
 These buildings were formerly Tn the restricted district of the city, and since that time have been vacant. though the restricted district was abolished and has never been revived. But, owing to the stigma that the district placed upon these buildings. many Of which were handsome brick, marble and frame houses, tenants would not occupy them.
 The Seaboard Air Line has agreed fur ther to extend it's tracks so as to give excellent railroad facilities to plants that might be, located in that territory. J. w. Whatley, of Whatley & Whatley Real Estate company, stated yesterday that the Seaboard would build a line through Alley A, if granted the franchise should the business of that district warrant bet ter facilities.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
PYRENE REDUCING
 CITY'S FIRE LOSSES
Local Representative Advocating It to
 Put Out Automobile Fires

The use of ''pyrene" in Birmingham is doing much to reduce Birmingham's fire loss, according to w. H. Davison local representative of the Pyrene Manufacturing company.
 Through his offices here. located in the Woodward building. MT. Davison has advanced the sale of pyrene in this district a great per cent. he says. and he expects to do the biggest busi- ness this year that he has ever done
 "As pyrene becomes more widely known. the bigger our business will be. ands the smaller will be the fire loss" said Mr. Davison. "One of the special features that we are advocat- ing in our sale of pyrene is it's use for extinguishing fires in automo- piles. We have a large trade among the automobilists. A distinct attrac- tion is the fact that a lower rate of insurance is allowed where the mo- torist carries pyrene in his car.'
 "Pyrene' is an emergency fire ex- tinguisher, and is becoming widely used in office buildings throughout the country. The district offices of the company are in Atlanta.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
PLAN FOR MEETING
 OF GOOD ROADS MEN

The fifth annual session of the Uni- ted States Good Roads association meets in Birmingham on April IT to. 21 Invitations have been sent to a. number of governors inviting Gem to attend and deliver addresses. An invi- .tation has been mailed to Gov. Charles Henderson by the executive officers of the association. the city commits sion. board of revenue, Jefferson Coun- ty Good Roads association, the Bank head Highway association and Jcffer- son county branch of the Bankhead Highway association.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
JELKS URGES BUILDING UP
 TWO GREAT COLLEGES

Without regard to religious utilization the men of Birmingham seem united in approval of the suggestion that joint ef- fort be made in behalf of Birmingham and Howard colleges in order that these two institutions may the sooner attain the greatness to which they are des- tined.
 Among the most recent communications on the subject is the following from former Gov. W. D. Jelks to Frank Willis Barnett, associate editor of The Age- Herald:
 T am interested in the movement which has for it's purpose the support of Howard and Birmingham colleges. We have two fine institutions in the city; both of them are entitled to the hearty support of the citizens Of Bir- mingham
 We are taught that we cannot live by bread alone. Birmingham should
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
MANDAMUS BOARD. FOR W|LEY'S SALARY Constitutionality of Cor oner's Bill to Be
 Tested

Further steps to test the constitution ality of the coroner's bill were taken yesterday when Attorney Walter Brewer filed mandamus proceedings in the cir cult court to compel the board of reve- nue to pay the salary of pr. c. c. Wiley, the newly appointed coroner.
 On Friday afternoon the board of reve- nue declined to issue warrant for Coro- ner Wiley's salary, and that of his as sistants, on the grounds they had been put on notice that the constitutionality of the coroner's act would be contested in the courts. The filing of the mandanus petition followed.
 ] It is probably that the case will be decided early next week. County Attor- ney w. K. Terry will appear for the board of revenue. It is understood the attor- neys will submit the case to the court on an agreed statement of facts.
 In his petition, Dr. Wiley set out the fact that he is the duly appointed coroner of Jefferson county and that he has ex- ercised the duties and functions of the office, and that although demand had been made, the board of revenue refused to issue a warrant for his salary.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
COLD WAVE RESULTS IN NUMEROUS FIRES
Department Handicapped by Frozen Plugs-Losses at ChalifOux, Oliver
 and Rich Homes

The cold wave which gripped Birming- ham yesterday worked a serious handi- cap the fire department. During the 24 hours, a total of 31 calls were an swered, although only three amounted to any serious damage.
 The first serious fire reported was the home of Paul Chalifoux, 3S01 Cliff road, early yesterday morning. The occupants of the house were forced to leave in their night clothes in order to escape serious injury. The fire spread quickly, and damage of over $4000 was done before the flames were under control.
 The firemen had much difficulty in getting the water in the mains to flow. One plug was frozen so it could not be used at all
 The home of George Rich, 1260 Whitaker street, was also badly damaged. The fire is supposed to have originated in the basement. The flames spread rapidly and soon the entire house was ablaze. The damage will exceed s4OO0. The fire men were also greatly handicapped at this fire on account of the freezing of the water in the plugs.
 The home of s. W. Oliver, 1765 Thir- teenth avenue, south. was also badly damaged The roof was completely burned off, and the furnishings on the second floor were badly damaged by water. Furnishings on the ground floor were not hurt, however. According to Chief Middleton, the damage was about sl20O
 w. II. Naff's home, 1405 Huntsville ave- nue, north, was slightly damaged by a blaze on the roof.
 There were numerous other alarms dur ing the day, but prompt efforts on the part of the fire department prevented any other serious losses
 The freezing of water in the pipes, the bursting of pipes and the freezing of water in the plugs gave the department much trouble. The day was the busiest the local department has had since the early part of January when record was established by answering 4S calls in one day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
PRAISE FOR POLICE

To The Editor of The Age-Herald:
 I regret to note in the article of Mr. Barber, commissioner of public safety, who administer to the police force of this city "a few swift kicks improperly di- rected."
 reporters will persist in placing the Ian guage of parties interviewed in quotation marks, as though they were literally quoting them ipsissima verba. As a mat ter of fact, I never referred directly or indirectly in my conversation With your reporter to the police force of the city of Birmingham. My remarks were con camps and industrial establishments by the sheriff's officers under the fee sys- tenn, which, to my knowledge. has in various counties of this state resulted in great hardships both to the men con cerned and to others indirectly affected by their enforced absence either as de- fendants or witnesses.
 So far as the police of the city of Bir- mingham are concerned, l have always believed that, considering the large area embraced within the municipal limits, the comparative smallness of the force available for the protection of this area, the force has done decidedly good work. sympathize with the men employed and believe that, considering the arduous character of the work, it's long hours, and the exposure to weather and contact with many violent and dangerous men, the work is on the whole underpaid, and would warmly advocate more generous treatment of the men whenever the f. nances of the city permit such treatment to be accorded. I have never had per- sonally anything else than prompt and courteous service from the department, and have the kindest of feeling toward it. and would be one of the last men in the city to criticize it. Yours truly.
 JAMES BOWRON. z
 Birmingham, February B. 1917.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
BROWN CHAIRMAN OF
 CIVIC COMMITTEES

E. D. Brown was elected permanent chairman of the committee composed of representatives of all the civic organiza- tions to investigate the commissary sit uation at meeting Friday night. John w. O'Neill was elected secretary.
 The committee decided to ask the CO., operation of the Bessemer Board of Trade in it's investigation of the commissary question The investigation is expected to begin as soon as the committee is thoroughly organized
 The meeting was an enthusiastic one every member being present. Short talks were made by Jacob Burger, George Me- Cleery, J. D. Kirkpatrick, Bert Throck- motion, Joe Mudd, J. B. Shropshire and others.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04

be made not only a town in which to do business and in which to make money, but also town to live in Let us encourage the higher things of life, not only because they are high this should be a sufficient reason but because they may be made prof itable. The making of the city an educational center would deprive us of no advantage that we now, or may hereafter, enjoy as an industrial cen- ter; quite the contrary.
 Other cities are fighting for educa- tional institutions like these we have, and we are only called upon to get behind the two already established consider, as every thoughtful busi- ness man in this city must consider. that the undertaking to care for and build up our two magnificent colleges is a valuable civic movement The committees which have the matter in hand should be met with every en- couragement and help.
 WILLIAM D. JELKS."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
BOYD HOLDS RIVES MUST PAY COSTS IN
 QUO WARRANTO CASE
Decision Considered Virtually Rul- ing That Coroner's Bill Is
 Constitutional

Under the ruling of Judge Romane Boyd of the circuit court. Assistant Cor oner John R. T. Rives must pay the costs in the quo warranto proceedings filed against him in the name of the state of Alabama ex rel Henry P. Hanna. The petition was filed while MT. Rives was exercising the duties of coroner and sought to oust him from that office on the grounds that he was not physi- elan. as required by law. Pending the hearing of the proceedings Coroner Rives resigned and the hearing was dropped. It is the opinion that Judge Boyd's de- cson was virtually holding that the cor oner's bill is constitutional
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
COLD WAVE BROKEN SAYS WEATHER MAN Promises Sunshine and Rising Temperature
 for Today

Going up!
 That's what the temperature is ex- pected to do today, and it will continue rising until much warmer weather is registered, according to tidings from, the weather bureau at Fountain Heights.
 In other words, the cold wave is broken, and Birmingham may be ex- pected to bask today in real Dixie sun shine, with the thermometer register ing above 30 at noon.
 While no invitation is held out for electric fans or ice water, it is sus- gested that the day will be bright, nice one, marred by few clouds, ano with just that certain desired crisp ness in the atmosphere that sounds the call to the out of doors.
 Birmingham has experienced during the past two days one of the coldest periods of it's history. Yesterday morn ing the thermometer went to seven above. and stayed there from 4 o'clock until 7.SAt o'clock in the evening the temperature was 2s, and a decided rise is expected to have been registered by the same hour tonight.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
VEIL IS DOING
 SPRING BUSINESS

Col Marcus Veil a short time ago went down to Biloxi. Miss, to rest and recuperate. but found that he did not know how. The result is that he has opened miniature clothing establish ment in his room at Biloxi and writes friends that he is doing a thriving busi- ness. He has circularized the entire re- sort community and newspapers from Biloxi contain large advertisements an nouncing his business.
 Colonel Well writes The Age-H Herald that his brother advises him the Birming- ham store is doing a great business in winter clothing. and the colonel has writ ten back that the Biloxi establishment is doing fine business in spring and sumper attire.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
SIX-DAY SCHOOL
To the Editor of The Age-Heraid:

To the Editor of The Age Herald:
 Education is needed in Alabama. The school term is short for rural schools The money is not at hand for longer terms. Large boys are needed for farm work. There is no one to take their place on the farm in many instances; often there is not cash to hire help to take the place of farm boys who should be at school every possible day.
 Six-month terms, "A weeks of schools five days to the week, 120 days of school Why not change six months school, A weeks, six days to the week, IA days of school, or a gain of "A days school ing for those who sorely need educa- ton?
 The idea is old, worth considering, worth adopting. If not, why not?
 THOMAS l.. CANNON. Birmingham, February 8. 1917.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
To Address Men

It is expected that large crowd will greet the Rev. L. Garner Studivant when he speaks at the Young Mems Christian association this afternoon at o'clock
 MT. Stur1ivant is the new pastor of the Fountain Heights Methodist church. His subject, Crises of Life" is an in- teresting one that will appeal to g great many.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
LIKES EDITORIALS

To the Editor of The Age-Herald;
 Please allow me to heartily thank you for your editorial of yesterday on the difference in records of crime in 1913 and 1916. It was truth in a concrete form. and coming from you will prove to the outside states the results of well en- forced prohibition law, as very few writers could The Age-Herald Is great paper-fair and full of news. MT. Barnetts 'Men, Women and Things" are rich, rare and readable; full of profit and interest. His pen is prolific; his brain is brilliant, and editorials erudite. Sincerely yours L. F. WRITTEN.
 Birmingham, February 3, 1917.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
Travellers to Banquet

Post of the Travellers Protective association has announced that it will give buffet dance to the members and their friends next Saturday night at the Tutwiler hotel. Col. F. O. Harvey. chair man of the arrangements committee. says 1t will be the most elaborate affair that the knights of the grip have ever es- sayed,N and that it will be some party" J. B. Robinson is president of the post.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
ENGINEERS HEAR AN
 ADDRESS BY RANSOM

The Alabama section of the American Chemical society was addressed by George F. Ransom last night at the Science hall of Birmingham college. Upon the sub ject ''The Manuracture of Precipitated Chalk" MT. Ransom made a technical address which was appreciated by the chemists present.
 As a side feature, the wireless outfit in Science hall was demonstrated to the members of the society.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-02-04
PERSONAL

Dr. and Mrs. Scale Harris and Josephine felightfully entertained Miss Alma Jack son and Miss Della Purifoy at dinner last Wednesday evening.