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The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10

South; thence south along said east line of 11th street, South. to the south line of lot 3, block 29, Waverly place: thence east along said south line,of lot 3. to the point of beginning
 Sec. 4. That the cost of construct ing the Improvements authorized by this ordinance shall be assessed and levied upon and against all the lots or parcels of land lying within the dis trict drained by said sewers, and said assessments shall not exceed the total cost of said improvements. provided that said assessments shall be paid in cash within 30 days after the con- firnation of the assessments.
 Provided, however, that no charge as sessed upon and against any lot or parcel of land drained by said sewers, or any of them, shall be greater than the increased value of such property by reason of the special benefits de- rived from said improvements.
 Sec. 5. That the estimated cost of said improvements is s450. and that the commission of the city of Birmingham will meet on the 30th day of Septem- Der, 1919. at the council chamber of the city hall of Birmingham at 8 o'clock D. m., to hear any objections. remonstrances or protests that may. be filed against such improvement the manner of making the same or the char acter of material to be used.
 Approved September g, 1913.
 ]. R. HORNADy, President Pro-Tem of the commission true copy. H. S. RYALLs.
 City Clerk. Age Herald September 1O-17 1a1e
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
Over W. I. Phelts & Co.'s Wire

New Orleans, September 9.-While senti- ment was quite as bearsh as ever in cotton today, the mArket felt a great deal of covering among shorts who want ed their profits and there were periods when bufges carried the trading months to net advances. Heaviest buying fol- lowed the announcement that tomorrow would be a holiday in this market in honor of General Pershing and his men, for while shorts were disposed to ignore the tropical storm in the early trading they found they were unable to do so with the market shut tight until Thurs day morning. Early declines carried prices 4S to 55 points under the close of yesterday, after which there was rise until the market was 31 to 8 points over yesterdays final prices. Later there were new /e&gs. and toward the close the market stood at decline of about b points net
 There was some selling by longs to- ward the close, which carried the market down from the highs established earlier in the afternoon. and the close was at an average loss for the day of from 2i to 20 r.oints.-Shepard & Gluck.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
"COME ALONG, NARY OPENS
 SEASON AT THE JEFFERSON
By BRIGGS

some of them are quite fetching in dc sign. In fact the general appointments of the show. including the scenery, have a spiek and span appearance of brand new production that has nUt been on the road long.
 Kenneth Christy is the principal conled. ian and a good one. He is a blackface per former and eccentric dancer of unusual ability. Mir Christi and his partner have been seen here before. He has few su- perors. Helen Johns sang we'll in the prima donna role, but was trifle stlt;
 in her acting. Jack Buckley, with a good voice was an agreeable lover,
 Virginia Vernon. who has no little per sonal charm. danced well and played Mol lie Mcintyre in pleasing style. Arthur l., Tackman was another member of the company who proved himself an expert dancer and the remaining principals were for the most part competent enough, in cluding Robert Fay, who was typical musical comedy scientist. There are number of tuneful songs. the best of them Come Along Mary, which has a haunting ilt. An automobile burlesque and first class quartet were other commeHdable fea lures. There will be matinee this afternoon and performance tonight ending the en- gagement.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
Much Cotton Damaged
By Associated Press

Washington, September 9.-Cotton raisers are losing $3,000,000 annually, on an average, from weather damage to bales of cotton left in the open, the Department of Agriculture declares in a recent statement. Enough pick ings" to represent at least $2.50 are lost from each bale exposed to the weather, and frequently the losses are greater.
 Southern farmers are urged by the department to store their cotton and stop this waste. Attention is called to the warehouses, licensed and bonded under the federal warehouse law, which the department says Nrnish best receipts-good for cash, at any banlc-cheaper insurance and better service. The department does not con- fine it's recommendations to bonded warehouses. Use of private ware- houses more generally would do much to stop the big loss,i it declares.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10

Notice is hereby given by the com mission of the city of Birmingham, as provided in Section 1410 of the code of Alabama, that it is their intention to redeem city public improvement bonds Nos fl to IS, inclusive, of series 56S: Bond No l, of series 572; bonds Nos. 16 and IT. of series 575; bond No. 6. of series 5s2; bonds Nos. Se, Al, AS. 57, 76. S6, 14e, ITO. II. 172 and 173 of series of october ?. 1911; bond No. 3. Of series 7s6; bond No. 6, of series 7S7. bonds Nos. 10 to 15, inclusive, of series 7s3; bonds Nos l. and 3, of series S62; bonds Nos I to ,. Inclusive, of series s64; bond No l, of series BIO i; bonds Nos
 and 2, of series 921; bond No. l. of series s22; bond No. l. of series 933; bond No. l, of series sa4; bond No. l. of
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10

series 93S; bond No. l, of series 9S9; bond No. 1, of series $40; bond No. l., of series 941; bond No 1, of series 942 and bonds Nos. l, and 3, of series 94S al the october, 1919. interest period by paying off the same at the Hanover National bank in New York, and by paying as a bonus to the holders there of sum equal to one-half of the annual interest thereon for one year By order of the commission of the city of Birmingham at its meeting of September. g, 1919.
 H. s. RYALL.
 City Clerk. Birmingham Age Herald September 10, IT and 24, 1919.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10

Handsomely redecorated and with a sumptuous new curtain, the cost of whcl, Manager Douglas is keeping a profound secret, the Jefferson theatre opened last night for the season of 19l9-20
 Patrons. were agreeably surprised by the transfoi nation wrought in this pop ular playhouse by Joseph Norton, the Mobile artist and decorator, whose skill . full work is not unfamiliar to Birmingham people. The Jefferson looks as pretty and attractive as it did on the memora- ble night when it was dedicated, about 20 years ago. bearing the name of a be- loved actor, Joseph Jefferson.
 As the house itself drew attention first. it is in order to mention that before the musical comedy, Come Along Mary, which was greeted by large audience in spite of the heat. Thes piece is the usual musical show with a somewha sketchy plot the action beginning on Long Island and being transferred to Honolulu. a popular place of resort for musical comedies it seems. Most regular patrons of the theatre are familiar with Waikiki beach.
 There is noticeable freshness about the production that comments it highly The costumes are new and varied, and
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
EARL ABELL NOW
 COACHING TIGERS

Sewanee. Tenn, September 9,-An- nouncement was made at Sewanee to- day that Earl C. Abell, former coach of V. NJ. l.. will have charge of the Tiger squad this season. Coach Abclt has just been released from the army and will reach Sewanee September 10 to begin plaps for formulating for the coming season
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
FOR RENT

A few nice offices in the Cham Der of Commerce. Building. Possession October 1. See us at once.
 JEMISON REAL ESTATE
 & INSURANCE co.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10

and finally closing at net decline of about 20 points under yesterdays last prices,
 Tomorrow will be a holiday in both markets, Pershing day.
 Our private reports from Houston to- day were that spots were in better de- mand, and we still advise our friends to take advantage of all recessions to pick mp long cotton, as this is no time to sell short after such a decline, and with such a tremendous short interest exist ing in the market--W. F. Campbell & Co
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10

WEST END-For sale, 7-room resi- dence: nicely furnished throughout; modern conveniences; pipe for fur mace heat; all street improvements paid; best part of West End (Prince- ton). 412 St. Charles Ave; possession in 30 days; cheap. with easy terms; owner, 1900 Hayes st.. Boulevard sta tion. Phone West End 2S1.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
Clark & Co.'S Letter

New York, September 9.-No price making factors developed today. The threatened strike of the steel workers is hanging over the market like a dark cloud and trades continue to buy on recessions and accept profit on advances. At the moment the market is scalping proposition, and good one. The situa- tion is much clearer. the technical po- sition of the market is much stronger and good traders should be much more bullish than when cotton was 700 points higher Tomorrow is Pershng day and all markets will be closed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
102, ACRES
SOUTH HIGHLANDS

SOUTH HIGHLANDS Brick home; fine brick home, locat- ed in good section of South High lands: convenient to car line; con- sisting of living room. dining room, li- brary, kitchen, bedrooms, 2 nice tile baths. sleeping porch. hardwood floors, throughout; servants house and garage; located on large lot: the grounds are well planted in shrubbery. This is an attractive home. See T. W. Quinn with Jemison R. E. & Ins. Go. Main 52S0. 211 North 20th street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
Exchange Will Close

BY NtSOcIatB FFtN New York, September 9.-The Produce exchange today decided to join the other exchanges and close tomorrow in honor of General Pershing and the arrival of the First division
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10

bond and the interest coupons hereto attached are exempt from state. coun- ty and municipal taxation. and, after the respective maturity thereof, shall be receivable in payment of all taxes and dues to the city of Birmingham.
 In testimony whereof, the city of Birmingham has caused this bond to be signed by the president of the com mission of the city of Birmingham, Ala, and countresigned by the city comp troller, and ex-officio city treasurer, and the official seal of said city to be impressed hereon, attested by the city clerk, and the coupons hereto att tached to be signed with the engraved fac-simile signature of said president and said city comptroller, and this bond to be dated this, the first day of April, one thousand nine hundred and twenty.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
SOUTH HIGHLANDS

A house that was built for home in the heart of South Highlands, new ly painted and papered, large recep- ton hall, living room, dining room, breakfast room, kitchen, buffers pam try. large bedrooms, bath, half block of car line. This is large roomy house, facing south. in first class condition on level lot 5ox140 feet, pretty, grassy lawn; for quick sale price is $65Oo; s2,00O cash, balance will arrange. See T. W. Quinn, with Jem- ison R. E. & Ins. Co.,. 211 N. 10th St., Main 52S0.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10

TWENTY beautiful lots between Fair field and Ensley, on Tidewater car line; will exchange for Birmingham property West R. E. & Ins. Co.,. $40 Brown-Marx Bldg, Main sSs7.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
15O4 16TH AVE-. s.

One of the best built and prettiest g. room bungalows in Bi1mingham; oak floors throughout; very large cement ed basement with two extra rooms; these have heat, light and water, with lavatory connecting; furnace heat; one block to street cars; can be seen any day after 1 D. m. Possession October l. Price S5850 Ono less); cash, S1G0o. and $50 month, or $75O cash and s6o month.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
WEST END

Ave. near the Birmingham Infirm- ary: block of car line. Price $500. $500 cash and 80 month. George w. Wise, 2l20 1st ave. Phone Main S316.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
President of the Commission of tn, City of Birmingham, Ala. Countersigned:

City Comptroller, Ex-Officio City Treasurer.
 On the back of said bonds shall be the following provision for registra- ton as to principal:
 PROVISION Fnp REGISTRATIONS: This bond may be registered as to principal in the holders name on the books-of the city comptroller of the city of Birmingham. such registra- tion being noted upon the bond by the city comptroller, after which no trans fer shall be valid. unless made on said comptrollers books by the regis tered holder and similarly noted on the bond. but the same may be dis charged from registration by being so transferred to bearer, after which it shall be transferred by delivery, but it may be again registered as before. The registration of the bond as to principal shall not restrain the negotiability of the coupons by delivery merely.
 (No writing hereon except by the city comptroller.)
 In Whose City Date of Name Comp Registration. Registered. troller. ............ .....-...... .......:.. ........... ............ ........-.. ............ ........... sec. ndL lHc pTeSlueHt OI lHc commission be and he is hereby au- thorized and instructed to sign said bonds. and that the city comptroller, ex- officio city treasurer. be, and he is hereby authorized and instructed to countersign the same, and that the city clerk be and he is hereby author ized and instructed to impress thereon the official seal of the city of Bir- mingham, andsto attest the same.
 Sec f. That the city of 8irming- ham will and shall levy and collect, in accordance with law. such taxes as may be necessary upon the real and personal property, and all other sub jects of taxation in said city to pay the interest and principal of said bonds. Sec. 5. That the bonds provided for in this ordinance shall, when duly signed and sealed, be delivered to the purchaser thereof upon payment of the price and the receipt of the city comp trolier. ex-officio city treasurer, count ersigned by the president of the com mission of the city of Birmingham shall be full acquittal to the purchaser for the purchase plice, and the pur- chaser shall not be bound to see to the application of same.
 Sec G. That all ordinances or reso- lutitns or parts of same, in conflict with this ordinance or any part here of. te and, the same are hereby ae- Iealed
 Approved September 8. 1919.
 N. A BARRETT,
 President, of the Commission
 X true copy. H. s. ?YALL,
 City Clerk. Age-Herald September 10, 1s1s
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
V. E. Campbell & Co.'S Cotton Letter

The cotton market was tossed about srasmodically today by various rumors of the tropical storm which was reported entering the gulf around the Key West section. December ran as high as 29.l5c ot this report and then a later report showed itself that the storm was headed for the Atlantic ocean, which caused covering wave by those who bought.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
SOUTHSIDF

SOUTHSIDE A modern Groom bungalow in every respect on South 18th street; hardwood floors, built-in book case: pretty cleo trical fixtures, delightful neighbor- hood, rock front in perfect condition. See this, October possession; 1 block of car line and Lakeview school, ssS50. payable sl010 cash, balance to suit. Geo. W. Wise. 2120 1st avenue, Phone s3l6.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10

President of the Commission of the City of Birmingham, Ala CoLntersigned:
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
REAL ESTATE FOR SALE K ~---~~~>~-~1nIoo5fS 1ofSsSS E0R ~-~'-S, sS1E IoS,
HALF ACRE

and Groom residence; block cars; only s2750; small cash payment and s20 per month.
 WALTER E. BARNES 1923 1st National Main 175S.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10

City Comptroller and Ex-Officio City Treasurer of the City of Birming- ham, Ala.
 Attest:
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LCNA<AA. l1Ol OES Notice

State of Alabama, Jefferson county Estate of Mary J. Smith, deceased.
 Letters testamentary upon the last will and testament Cor letters of ai- ministration upon the estate) of said decedent. having been granted to the undersigned on the 26th day of May, 1919, by the Honorable J. P Stiles, judge of the probate court of Jeffer- son county. Notice is hereby given that all persons having claims against said estate will be required to pre- sent the same within the time allowed by law or that the same will be barred LEONARD BUTTON
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
COUPON

On the - day of --, 19-, the city of Birmingham, in the state of Alabama, will pay to bearer at the Hanover National bank, in the city and state of New York, twenty-five and no hundredths dollars in gold coin ot the United States of America of the present standard weight and fineness being the semi annual interest then due on it's fire department bond, dated
 the -, l9-.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
Legal Notice

Age-Herald September 10, E
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-09-10
Ordinance No. 649-C

Herald. September 1o-17, 1919.
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MERCHANTS ASK SHIPS BE
OFFERED TO PUBLIC BUYERS
New York Association BeIieve. Govern
ment Should Absorb Difference
War Lows.
IBy Assoc!nted prcsal

NEW YORK, Dec. 14.-Sale 10 private
purchasers of all government owned
wooden vessels and of steel vessels
under 5000 lightweight tons is recon-
mendcd by the Merchants Association
OF New York, In response to a referen-
dunn QUESTIONABLE received from the
Chamber of Commerce of the United
states. Exception Is provided for steel
ships adapted to ocean-going or coast
wise traffic. since such vessels in for
eiSn hands might be -prcjudicial To
stell ships OF larger tonnage dedicated
exclusively to American commerce.
The association favors restrictions
for period OF years upon the transfer
to foreign flag of steel vessels of
of more than 5000 tons purchased from
tho government 1t believes ihlt the
government should absorb as a war
loss the difference between the war cost
of the vessels constructed by the E.mcr-
gency Fleet Corporation and their pres
cnt value and should also encourage
the development of American shipping
by granting 1t freedom from regulation
as TO routes and rates.
Competent American shinbuildinr
yards should be continud in operation
under private management and the gov
eminent should make no effort TO enter
being given to American underwriters
II is added.
The Merchants Association has also
gone on record in favor of the cstab-
ltshment of foreign trading zones" in
American. ports, as contemplated in
proposed Federal legislation, in which
imported commodities may be stored
for rc-cxport without paying custom
duties.