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The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
BARBECUE GIVEN
 AT LOCAL PLANT
Friends of Buffalo Rock" Entertained at Delightful
 Affair Last Night

Italian. Greek and American friends of the Alabama Grocery company, originators and distributors of the
 Buffalo Rock" brand of ginger ale, were rendered a barbecue last night at the local plant al Sixteenth street and First avenue and ,he affair proved most enjoya ble. There were close upon 200 guests in attendance and previous to partaking of the bar becue they were shown through the bottIing plant and storerooms. The plant was put in operation for the benefit of the visitors anl rluch in
 terest was taken in the working of the modern and up-to-date machinery.
 Not the least interesting feature was the storeroom wherein is packed 25 carloads of new bottles for the use of the plant It was wonderful sight and there seems to be en3ugn bottles to supply every plant in the universe.
 Following the inspection of the plant moving pictures of the west and special features advertising Buffalo Rock" were shown and much enjoyed.
 An elegant repast consisting of Brunswick stew barbecue meats, sal ads and slaw. with a bounteous sup ply of Buffalo Rock" was served. At the conclusion of the feast Sid Lee, manager of the plant. introduced pr. H A Elkoure as the toastmaster, who acquitted himself admirably and was very happy in his introduction of the several speakers. An orchestra ren dered pleasing selections during the evening The programme was entire ly informal and Sid Lee and Buffalo Rock" came in for a good share of praise from those called on to speak. Among those responding were Dr. l.. F. Riggs, Dr. Albert Sidney Johnston, Herman Beck, c. H. Mandy and oth- CTS. The affair was most delightful and enlightened many as to the extent of the local industry and the quality of the beverage that is destined to make Birmingham famous, even as d certain amber-colored fluid Is respon- sible for the fame of Milwaukee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
WITH SIX STATES
 MISSING DRAFT IS
 93.5 OF ESTIMATE
If Average Is Maintained Total Registration Will Be 9,53S,0O0, Which Is
 Good Showing

Washington, June 4.-With returns from six states missing the war registra- tion total tonight stood at S,S395S2, or 93.5 per cent of the census estimate of 9,552,641 eligibles in the 42 states reporteu and the District of Columbia.
 If the average is maintained the regis tration complete will show 9,53S 900 men enrolled for war service. Based on the original census estimate of 10,O7S, 900, which did not include extra supplies of cards sent to industrial centers, more than 95 per cent will have been registered and the deficiency of 43y,Ss4 will be below the estimated number of men of registration, age now Tn the naval and military service not required to register.
 The complete returns at the provost marshal generals office are divided as follows: White, 6712. 456; colored, s25, GOA aliens, l,093,S36; alien enemies. 10s,75l; in- dicated possible exemptions, 4.712,1 ,1SO
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
SUBMARINE CHASER
 CONSTRUCTION NOW
 AHEAD OF SCHEDULE
Three Times Number Ex- pected Will Be Delivered by August 1, States
 Department

Washington, June 14-The submarine chaser building programme is more than a month ahead of schedule. The navy de- partment announced today that nearly three times the number of 110-foot chas- CTS will be delivered by August 1, accord ing to present indications. and that all of the large number of boats ordered are actually under construction.
 The department has not announced the number of boats ordered. It is known, however. that several hundred of these swift, armed craft will be in service by January l of next year. The first vessel of the type was completed at the New York navy yard some weeks ago and is now under test. The little vessel proved herself stanch and capable of carrying the armament specified, which would make her dangerous to the largest German sub- marines.
 Rear Admiral Taylor, chief constructor of the navy, said today the department was more than pleased with the progress made. While 1t was to be expected with a large number of firms at work on the boats. he said that some would be de- layed in completing their contracts, all are actually at work and ahead of sched- ule up to this time. The engines will be ready by the time the vessels are launched.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
More Testimony Taken in
 Telephone Rate Hearing
 Before the Service Board

Montgomery, June 14.-(Special.) Dameron Black of Atlanta, public ac- countant, and J. c. Kelcri of Chicago, consulting engineer. gave the public service commission Thursday a mass of testimony in support of the con tention of the city commission of Bir- mingham that the Southern Bell Tele- charges for telephone service in the Birmingham territory. MT. Black com . pleted his examination before the noon recess, while MT. Kelcri gave direct testimony throughout the afternoon.
 Attorneys for the telephone company will cross-examine Kelcri Friday morning. Each witness gave the com mission an extensive detailed report of their investigations covering sev- eral weeks. They maintained that the city's contentious were based on fact. Unless a means is found of prevent ing the submission of details the case will continue into next week.
 During his testimony Thursday Black testified that he found that the Southern Bell company had paid $500 to Arlie Barber, member of the Bir- mingham commission, for the privilege of putting two telephone poles on his property. BarbeFs friends stated that this charge was made because the company destroyed several large shade trees. The company thought the trees were on the street and still maintains that they did not encroach on private property.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
Alabama Doctors Are
 Doing Their Bit to Aid
 America Win Victory

Montgomery, June 14-(Special.)-- )--One hundred and four doctors of Alabama have made application for entrance into the medical corps of the United States army and 133 others have signified their intention of joining during the next few weeks. This partial report was sub mitted to 12s doctors representing a ma jority of the counties, who gathered at the capital Thursday to attempt to make plans whereby the doctors of this state will do their part in the war.
 Two hundred and thirty-eight doctors of Alabama are subject to draft. It Is probable that many of those who have offered their services are within the age of draft. The reports showed that prac- tically every physician in the state was making arrangements whereby he can do something to aid the nation. If they can- not go to the front they will find some thing to do at home. Those attending the meeting were members of the medical division of the state council of defense or invited here by the division
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
ADJUSTMENTS
At the Lyric

Every act on the new bill present. ed last night at the Lyric is highly entertaining and capacity houses thoroughly enjoyed the fine perform ance. The bill is one of the best of the season.
 attraction is a novel and unique act, and one of the most entertaining that has been presented on the local stage. The latest creations in styles and fashions are shown and draped on liv- ing models by Hugo Jansen, an artist in everything the word implies
 Toney and Norman, two clever and versatile entertainers, are topliners on any bill. It is team act tHat is diff ferent, entirely original and every line is the producer of a laugh They scored a big hit.
 high class musical act is present. ed by the solinines. a youthful cou- pie, who render classical and popular selections. The Rosary" rendered by Miss Solinines on the violin is the feature.
 McMahon, Diamond and Chaplow en- tertain in a pleasing manner in a singing, dancing and talking novelty The closing number is big comedy cycling act by the Sig Franz troupe that is really clever and held the crowd until ths fall of the curtain
 Pathe news service shows the latest events in pictures
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
Four Applications for
 Paroles Receive Favor

Montgomery. June -(Special)-Four applicants for paroles were given favor able recommendations while is were re- jected at the June meeting of the state board of pardons. according to announce ment Thursday. Those recommended for release were Austin Carlisle of Jefferson, burglary and grand larceny; Arthur Max well of Coosa, grand larceny; Clifton Threat of Jefferson, larceny and w. T.. Walling of Coffee, murder.
 Those whose applications were rejected follow: Frank Allsup of Marion, mur- der; Andrew J. Bullard of Dale, robbery Delous Campbell of DeKalb, murder; Roy Chestnut of Houston, manslaughter; Will liam E. Clark of Jefferson, embezzle- ment; Hattie Daniels of Jefferson, mur- der: Green Dothard of Calhoun, man. slaughter; Henry Haygood of Jefferson, grand larceny: Henry King of Jefferson. assault to murder; Jesse Nail of Jefferson, murder; George Robinson of Mobile, forg- cry; Doyle Saxton of Lauderdale, per- jury: William Sheffield of Sumter burg lary and assault to murder; J. H. Ste- gall of Winston, grand larceny; James E. Tank, alias James E. Pillars of Lauder dale assault to murder; Lee Ward of wilcox, manslaughter; Charlie Wright of Wilcox, murder.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
tPERSHING'S ARRIVAL
 IN FRANCE ENTHUSES
 CITIZENS AND TROOPS
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spectacle. He was then conducted to the artillery museum, where precious relics of Napoleon are preserved Gen. eral Pershing was particularly inter. ested in Napo1eon's sword, which the great commander brought from the battle of Jena. He examined the sword closely and marked it's difference from the modern weapon. He then took up Napoleons grand cross of the Legion of Honor and examined that also with care. An hour was spent by the Americans in the building.
 General Pershing was given a remark able greeting by the deputies when he en- tered the diplomatic box in the Cham Der of Deputies a 8 o'clock this after noon, just before Premier Ribot arose to tell the chamber what the allies pur- posed doing in Greece. The first part of the session partook of the nature of an official parliamentary reception to General Pershing, the United States figuring in M. Ribot's speech and being the theme of an eloquent oration by Minister ot Justice Viviani.
 Once they were aware of General Persh- ing's entry the deputies arose and stood cheering until the general bowed his ac- knowledgment. Then the gallaries caught up the enthusiasm and violated the tra- dition of the house by joining in the ap. plause.
 The deputies again arose and turned to- ward General Pershing, cheering when M. Ribot finished his speech by quoting Pres ident Wilson, in his message to Russia,
 the day has come to conquer or sub- nit and declaring I've will not submit; we will vanquish!
 M. Viviani followed M. Ribot, describ- ing the spirit of the United States, and the principles for which both republics were fighting. General Pershing was com pelled to respond to another demonstra- ton after M. Viviani's speech, and at o'clock he left the chamber followed by storm of cheering.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
Case of Hugo l.. Black Against Treasurer to
 Be Argued in Court

Montgomery. June A.-(Special.) )-Argu- ments will be made in the supreme court Friday in cases which will determine whether or not Hugo L. Black, county so- licitor of Jefferson county, can force M. V. Henry, county treasurer, to honor warrants for the salaries of his assistants. The supreme court Thursday received copies of transcripts in two cases ap- pealed from the Jefferson circuit court and set Friday as the time for arguments.
 In one case the Jefferson circuit court ordered Treasurer Henry to honor a war rant for $500 covering the salary of w. S. Welch, assistant solicitor, for one month. Treasurer Henry appealed. In the other case the circuit court denied the petition for writ of mandamus requiring the treasurer to pay $2o0 covering the salary of Ben F. Ray. assistant solicitor, for one month. MT Ray appealed
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
CONTRACT SYSTEM

Washington, June 14.-Col, I. W. Littell, in charge of building the new army cantonments, today made pub lie the fee systems of the contracts.
 The fees vary from 10 per cent on small contracts of s100,00O or less to per cent on contracts of more than s3,5OO, 900, with a final limit of s25O.000.
 Colonel Littell explained that in de- cding on the cantonment contracts three main points had to be consid- cred: First. absolute necessity of speed; second, proper construction, i'm clrdng sanitation and communication and transportation facilities; third, economy. The shortness of time all lowed for construction made it inn possible to ask for competitive bids and 1t was decided to make contracts on the percentage or cost plus basis.
 Precautions will be taken against extravaganza by contractors
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
HOTELS AND SUMMER RESORTS
 The New Cody Gateway Is a Monument to Buffalo Bill"

The great Cody Road in Yellowstone National Park has been voted the most wonderful 90 miles of motor highway in America" This is Buffalo Bilrs own trail
 You enter the park at the famous Cody Gateway See the Geysers. the Paint Pots the Grand Canyon and the wonderful falls.
 Enjoy sylvan Pass, the great gorge of the Shoshone River-see the wonderful new Government Irrigation Dam, the Dude Ranch country, and many other wonderful views. Then leave the park at the Gardiner Gateway. The Cody Road motor trip Is part of the Burlingtons famous 3-in-1 National Park Tour The Burlington reaches the three great National Parks-Yellow stone. Glacier and Rocky Mountain Ma tional- Estes. Provision is made on one ticket for visiting these three wonder .spots.
 Drop me a postal today Say how many in your party, when you expect to get away and let me send illustrated folders and full details regarding this wonderful See America tour. Liberal stopovers, long limits and diverse routes. Get the facts before completing your plans.
 H. R. Todd General Southern agent. 1122-23 Brown Marx, Birmingham, Ala.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
BRITISH ARMY ENTHUsED

British Headquarters in France, June IA. (Via London. )--The news of the arrival of Major General Pershng in France spread through the British armies today and was received with the utmost atis- faction. While Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig was represented in the welcoming of the American army vanguard at the port of landing more elaborate British honors await their visit to this section of the western front.
 General Pershing will be valued mem Der of the allied war councils In the fu ture and will have the opportunity to study and witness the various offensive actions before his divisions arrive.
 On his journey to France General Persh- ing had the opportunity to see the effi- ciency of the British transport machine in operation and was much impressed by it. Later he expects to go more thorough ly into the British system of handling supplies and men at the various bases for the problems of the American forces with the overseas expedition will be large ly similar to those whiebsthe British have so successfully solved.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
Gadsden Rotary Club
 Will Visit Birmingham
 to Show Appreciation

Gadsden, June H.-(Special.)-Off Official notification of it's affilation with the In terna tional Association of Rotary clubs was received at todays meeting of the Gadsden Rotary club. In appreciation of the assistance given the local club by the Birmingham Rotarians, resolutions were adopted and the members were urged to go to Birmingham to help make Birming- ha Day a success after the Atlanta con- vention The Rotarians will be hosts Wednesday night at the Printup hotel to the committee of 100, which will raise Etowah countys part of the Red Cross fund.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
-} For Tired Women With Aching Heads

s They help me so much and find relief as soon as begin taking your Foley Kidney Pills" Mrs. Frank E. Wood. Morrill,. Maine. R. F. D. No. ?.
 Sometimes 1t seems as if you can't stand the pain across your back. It is just making your life miserable and robbing you of all energy and strength. When you are constantly tired, head always aching. nerves Ion edge." kidney action painful and burn. ing. then is the time to start in at once on Foley Kidney Pills.
 They StrengthenS the weak, ailin8 kidneys, Improve their action, enable them to throw off tho poisons that cause your trouble. Your nerves grow peaceful, sleep becomes sounder. nerv- ous headaches disappear. An Are: Wood says: T hnd relief as soon as begin to take your Foley Kidney Piiis." Be sure you get the. genuine Foley Kidney Piug. Tor they arc pureiAx medicinal and contain no harmful drugu. -
 Sold Everywhere
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
RICHMOND

Richmond. Va. June 14.-Subscrip- tions to the liberty loan in the fifth reserve bank district had reached a total of $72.000.000 at the close of banking hours today. Banks through out the district remained open late into the night to receive subscrip- tions. There seemed to be no doubt in the minds of officials here that the district apportionment of sS3. .000, 900 would be oversubscribed when the bond issue is closed at noon tomor- row. Virginia and the District of Co., lumbia have each subscribed their all lotment The state totals are: Mary $10, ,600.000; Virginia, $20,30c,000 West Virginia. $9.s0o,o00. North Carolina. $4 900. 900. and South Carolina, $2.- 700. .000.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
IMMEDIATE ACTION NEEDED

The need of immediate. effective action is demonstrated by the fact that the worlds grain crop is seriously be- low normal The wheat crop in this country is even smaller than that of last year and we are confronted with the gigantic task of feeding our allies and maintaining our own army and civilian population.
 "The war cannot be fought by hun gry men, The work necessary to main tain the continuity of this nation can not be done by starving people. Food administration is effective. as is dem onstrated by the fact that bread is cheaper in Belgium, France and Italy than it is in this country, and this even when we ship the grain to Belgium from which their lower priced bread is made.
 You are urged to act immediately to make known your need and your desires to those who are charged with the responsibility of creating agen- cies by which sufficient food will be assured to this nation and to those fighting the worlds war for human freedom
 Press home upon all the necessity that the Lever bill should be on the statute books before July l."
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
BRAz|L'S PRESIDENT ASSURES WILSON .OF COUNTRIES

Rio Janeiro, June 14-Dr. Wenceslau Braz, President of the republic. has sent cablegram to President Wilson again giving the American executive the as surance that Brazils attitude in the war between the United States and Germany is inspired solely by the dictates of in- ternational law and the high value which Brazil lays on the friendship of the Unit ed States.
 The Brazilian minister at Petrograd has informed the government that Russia s reply to the recent Brazilian note is couched in friendly terms.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
COMPLETE LIST OF CANTONMENT SITES
 ARE NOW NAMED
Continued from Page one)

Continued from Page One) ment sites and plats approved in detail. In each case, however, supplementing the standardized building programme, local necessities as to roads, sewers lighting facilities and connecting branch lines with steam and electric railways will have to be worked out now that the sites are selected
 Another element of the prepara tory work is study of the proper locations for subdepots for supply distribution. The main depots are established at great transportation centers, but connecting chains of subdepots for all supplies, in cluding ordnance, are to be formed and a board of officers, is now at work on this plan.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
French Papers Discussing
 How to Pronounce Name
 of American Commander

Paris, June H-Paris newspapers arc discussing today the proper pronuncia- ton of General Pershing's name-a name, which the Figaro says, is mot one easily erunciated in the accent of Montmartre 2
 There was much diversity in the pro- nunciation among the populace, the fa- vorite rendition being "Pareshing." But, adds the Figaro. the name of the Amer ican general. who comes to fight beside our soldiers, is pronounced "Peurechinge. ?
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
Illinois Joins Ranks of
 Those States Which Have
 Furnished Quota of Men

Washington, June 14.-With the en- rollment yesterday of 90 war volun- teers Illinois joined the rank of states which have filled their quota for the regular army since April 1. The state has enlisted 11.s1e men compared with quota of 11,276 and Is the first state with a quota of more than 10000 have accomplished It's task. The to- tai enlistment for the day through out the country was 1893 men, bring. ing the increase since April 1 up to 115,437. New York led yesterday among the states with 935 men enlisted
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
Convict Shot

J. A. Randols, white, convict at Max inc mines. No. 5, was shot about 3 o'clock last night while making an eff fort to escape from the camp. He was brought to the Hillman hospital. where it is stated his condition is serious. Hospital reports are that he was shot one time in the back, the bullet coming out of the left side. He was brought in by the company physician after the wounds were dressed shortly after the attempted escape
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
MASSACHUSETTS

Boston, June 14.-The governor of Mas sachusetts today reported the states total registration at 35s,323 divided as follows: (Whites and colored not classi- fied) Aliens, 106,0l4; alien enemies, 150s; indicated possible exemptions, 14760T; state's estimated eligibles, 377,2S5.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
Northcliffe in Washington

Washington. June 14.-Lord North cliffe. editor of the London Times and permanent head of the British war mission in America, arrived in Wash ington tonight. He retired immediate ly to his room at hotel, declining to see press representatives. It is be- lieved he will call at the White House and state department tomorrow. He was accompanied only by his secre- tary
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
MINNESOTA

Washington June 14-The governor of Minnesota reports the states total reg istration at 221747, divided as follows White, 194.163; colored. 9S2 alien, 24,599; alien enemies, 1871; Indians, 32 indi- cated possible exemptions, 1o9,S 1885, States estima ted eligibles. 246051.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15

original states. and simultaneously the message spread throughout the United States by means of telegraph and tele- phone wires connected with the bell A wire to the White House notified President Wilson of the ringing of the bell for a new liberty
 Clerks were swamped tonight by the thrush of subscriptions to the loan the days total approximating more than $25.000.000.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
NEVADA

Washington, June 14-The governor of Nevada reports the states total regis tration at 1l,S94, divided as follows: White 1906, colored, 6s; alien, S670; alien enemies S7; Indians, 73; indicated possi- ble exemptions, 4167. States estimated eligibles, 16,360.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
NEW ORLEANS

New Orleans. June 14.-Announce- ment was made tonight that the lib- erty loan apportionment of $S,000,0 900 for New Orleans had been oversub- scribed. Based on subscriptions re- ceived during today it was estimated the $9.000, 900 mark would be reached by noon tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1917-06-15
PENNSYLVANIA

Washington, June 14.-The governor of Pennsylvania reports the states total registration at S3O,507, divided as follows White, 607221; colored 35,714; aliens, 174,S9S; alien enemies, 12674; indicated possible exemptions claimed, 396, 754 States estimated eligibles, S76,37S.