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The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
INSTANTANEOUS REPORT

Washington. June 2S-The State Department issued this official state- ment on the special arrangements made for sending the news of the signing of the peace treaty to Wash ington:
 "The first news of the signing of the greatest of all peace pacts was flashed to the United States today over special government circuit oe- tween Versailles and Washing ton. Over this wire, approximately oooo miles of ocean cable and land te.e- graph, set up for almost instantaneous transmission, came to the department this first outline of the proceedings or the day.
 "The American mission at the peace conference had advised the Depart ment several days in advance that on the day of the signing the circuit would be arrangend and messages sent over it from the mission at Versailles to be given immediately to the press to facilitate the news to the America" public"
 Acting Secretary Phillips announced the news at the department. The first bulletin of the actual proceedings an- nounced the calling of the session 10 order by M Clemenceau.
 "There was practically instantans- ous service over this circuit" said Secretary Phillips '"The signing be- gan at 3:12 D. m., Paris time, received 1o:32 a. m. Washington time which is accounted for by the difference in time between Washington and Versailles and closed at 11:20 a. m. Washington time. Dr. Herman Mueller, the Ger man minister for foreign affairs. and Dr. Johannes Bell. the colonial min ster of Germany, were the first Co sign. the historic document. the former at S:12, Paris time, and the latter u 3.13, each signing being Immediately flashed over the wire. President Wii- son signed at S14 p. m, and Secretary Lansing and the others of the Amer
 can delegation signing immediately following. Next came the British plenipotentiaries and then all the other delegations in the order set forth in the treaty"
 All along the line traffic was kept clear to permit instantaneous trans mission of the bulletins
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
NEARLY THOUSAND
 HUNS SENT HOME
By Associated Press


 Charleston, $. C., June 2S.-Dr. Carl Muck, former conductor of the Boston symphony orchestra, was among nearly a thousand Germans who bade farewell to American internment camps today as they sailed for Rotterdam on the Amer ican transport Martha Washington.
 As the big vessel steamed quietly out of the harbor. Charleston church bells were tolling in a joint celebration of the anniversary of the battle of Fort Moul- trie and of the formal ending of the world war. No one was allowed to com municate with the Germans at the port terminal, but it is said that all of those who sailed today were those who were going home of their own volition.
 The transport Princess Matoika is due to sail from here July with about 10oo more enemy aliens, who have been in American internment camps during the war.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
HIGHWAY ROBBERY

John Watson, negro, of 5626 Avenue c, is in the T. c. l. hospital, suffering from two dangerous pistol shot wounds in- flcted by two negro highwaymen Fri day night.
 Watson had been to a store in Engle- wood to make some purchases and stated that two men began to follow him from the Fairfield gates, and on reaching the steps of his home the men told him to halt and when he turned they each fired After falling the men went through his pockets and secured S9. man lying on the floor in the room adjoining Watson s was struck in the leg by bullet
 This robbery was the second which has occurred in Fairfield in the past few days H. L. Courtney, a night weighe1 at the Americah Steel and Wire plant was hit over the head and robbed early Wednesday morning while sitting out side of the scale house. The Ensley DO. lice are working the case.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
OPPONENTS QUICKEN EFFORTS

The iHhminence of the treaty's sub mission for ratification served to quicken today the efforts of Senate leaders op posing it's acceptance without reserva tion. There was a thorough canvass of senate sentiment followed by express sirn ms of confidence among opposition senators that the necessary majority could be mustered to incorporate reser- vation clauses in the ratification resolu- ton.
 It became known some of the reserva- tion opponents are counting on the sup pert of Senators McCumber of North Da- kota and McNary of Oregon, the only
 republican members who have announced their advocacy of the league covenant. Neither would give politically any de- finite assurances, however, that he was in favor of the reservations urged by Elhu Root and others.
 The Presidents supporters, on the other hand, re-asserted their confidence of
 enough votes to defeat any specific re- servation that might be proposed | One result of the days conferences was to dispel likelynood of action in the ! near future on the resolution of Senator Fall, republican, of New Mexico, to de- | clare a state of peace with Germany. Tha
 measure had been expected to come be- ! fore a special meeting of the foreign re- 1 lations committee Monday, but no sucf meeting had been called tonight It IS | uL Lderstood determined opposition has de l veloped among some republican commit
 tee members and the general prediction 1 tonight was that the resolution woulc 1 be pigeon -holed
 The prospect of senate recess aftei ! appropria tion bills are passed seemed likely to block also the plan of Senator Knox, republican, of Pennsylvania fol
 action on his resolution expressing op position to joint consideration Of th' terms and the Leage covenant.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
CHEMICAL SOCIETY PLANS EARLY VISIT
 TO MUSCLE SHOALS
Large Attendance at Meeting of Ala bama Section-Nutrition of Food
 stuffs Discussed

The Alabama section of the American Chemical society met last night at the Civic association with a big representa- ton of Muscle Shoals and out-of-town chemists and chemical engineers.
 William H. Beers, Jr., chief chemist of the Birmingham Warter Works company spoke on "Bacterioiogical Analysis of Drinking Water" and very clearly ex- plained the up- to-date methods of water filtration and purification
 Prof l. Newton Kugelmass head of the department of chemistry of Howard col lege, lectured on Applied Nutrition in the Light of Recent Research.
 What you are depends on what you eat. for what you eat today is your work ing and thinking tomorrow, said Pro lessor Kugelmass. insurance researches show that under B years of age the ten dency is to be too thin, over that age 1t IS tn be too fat. Both are wrong extremes
 An adequate diet is one in which you supplement roots tubers, seed products and meats by milk and leafy vegetables. the great life and growth protectors Ihe milk-using people are tall in statue, have a long span of life, are aggressive ana brainy. The nonmilk using nations are characterized by short statue. short life, nonprogressive and backward The amount of milk used by nation is an index of it's brain power.
 Our dessert is wrong in principle ana practice. It gives us an acid-laden sys- tenn. The French dessert is fruit, which gives an alkaline system. Eating fruits and vegetables with meats and other foods gives us a pleasant disposition Water. too. has been neglected in it's sufficient use, How young you are depends on how much water you have in your pooy' Drink plenty of water.
 The social feature of the meeting fol- lowed the discussion, with drinks, laughs and smokes The chemists and engineers have planned an excursion to Muscle Shoals plants by government authority I.xIx
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
I'M" WEATHERLY
 GIVEN LOVING CUP
first President of Civic As sOciation Is HonOred by
 Directors and Friends

James Weatherly, first president of the Civic association, and former city com- missioner, was taken by surprise yester- lav when he was called to the city from Montgomery, "to attend to some very ln- oortant business and was taken to the cafe of the Civic association, where at fhe conclusion of an informal luncneon he was presented with handsome silver loving cup by the directors of the asso- ciation and some of its members.
 C. R. Harsh presided at the luncheon and a number of brief talks were made fitting to the occasion, in Whlch many fine tributes were paid to the personal worth of MT. Weatherly. as a citizen, an offical. and a friend. Especial stress was placed on Mir. Weatherly's activities as first president of the Civic associa- ton and of his untiring efforts 10 make if A factor in the upbulding of the city and district
 Mir. Harsh in an heartfelt and singu- lariy fitting manner made the presenta- ton speech, and amid much applause handed the beautiful cup to the recipient. stating 1t was a token of their esteem and mark of appreciation for the many things he had done for them and the community at large.
 Briefly Mr. Weatherly made acknowl- edgement of the remembrance, stating that it would be one of his most cher ished possessions. In referring to the Civic association he stated he was welded" to it and would, to the best of his opportunities, continue to take ac- tive part in it's affairs.
 MT. Weatherly was deeply touched by the present and the spirit of. the occasion. It was without question complete sur prise to him, and his feelings plainly ranged between pleasure and emotion. He did a graceful act but typical of the man, when the moment the affair was concluded, he sent a telegram to his wife telling her of the gift and the occasion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
LITTLE SENTIMENT AT CAPITAL OVER
 NEWS OF SIGNING
 OF PEACE TREATY
tContinued from Page 1wo)

Presidents statement as to the basis of settlement and as to the justice that lies at the bottom of it all Is remarka bic.
 While the White House was not fully advised tonight regarding the Presidents s plans, it was the expectation of officials he would reach this inty about July and come immediatel' % Washington. It was revealed he exp, sted to land at New York and it was thought entirely likely he would remair there a few hours to attend meeting of welcome
 Mr. Wilson's appearance before Con- gress probably will follow quickly his arrival in Washington, though it may be delayed a few days because of the plan of Senate leaders to take a series of short recesses after July 1. The Presi- dents speaking tour for the league of nations is expected to begin almost as soon as he has laid the treaty before Cong gress
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
ENGINEERS TO HAVE
 LOCAL CHAPTER

rha American Association of En- e3neers is to have a Birmingham chap ter organized. At last nights meeting plans were arranged for meetings ev- ery Saturday night until organization is complete. Among the organizins members, 2S to date. are R. T. P1ttman of Sheffield. W. L. Caldwell or Pittsburg Testing Laboratory, W1Ihahi H Beers. Jr., of Birmingham Water works. A J. Moore of Sloss-Sheffleld, Prof. I. N Kugelmass of Howard col 1ere. A. H. Carr of Muscle Shoals and other prominent chemists and en- cheers in the state.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
CHURCH SERVICES

St. Johns Episcopal Church-Rev. Ed munds Bennett, rector. Holy communion at 7:30 a. m. Sunday school at 9:45 Morning prayer, What Are You Willing to Spend" at Il o'clock; evening prayer What Is Religion?''
 First Baptist Church-Rev A. K. Wright. pastor. Morning subject, ''The Blessings of Cody evening, Watching for the King
 Pike Avenue Baptist Church-Rev Theodore Harris, pastor. Morning serv- ice at Il o'clock, subject, Evidences of Christian Life" Baptism will follow the evening services.
 Ensey Highlands Presbyterian Church Rev. L. E. Brubaker, pastor. Regular services.
 Shadyside Methodist Church-Rev. J. H Harris. pastor. Morning subject, "Du- ties and Privileges of Church Member ship; evening, "One of Christ's Conver- sations.'
 Rev. Foster Gamble will conduct the evening services at the Fairview Meth oeist church at o'clock
 The Woman's Missionary society of the Ensley Highlands Presbyterian church will meet jointly with the Aid society Monday at F o'clock, with lunch at the church.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
TWO MEN KILLED, SEVERAL HURT IN
 AUTO ACCIDENT

Memphis. June 29.-Two men were killed and several injured In an automobile accident on the Horn Lake road several miles out side of the city limits shortly after midnight, according to reports re- ceived at police headquarters here early today. Reports from the scene of the accident said the dcnd men were named Chentham and Bradford and that both suffered broken necka. The exact number of injured was not given.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
500 Quarts Of Whiskey Is
 Seized at Terminal Station

a search. The whisky was found in a drawing room and was contained in suit cases, grips, goods boxes, crates and other rcceptacIes. It is ale ed that Mir. Yarbrough yvns in charge of the whisky when arrested.
 The haul made yesterday was the largest ever made at one time since the bone-dry law went into effect. ae- cording to the officers. The whisky was not consigned to anyone, and the officers, according to their statements, do not know where the whisky was being carried.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
MISS LOUISE wILLINGHAM

that she had been nominated as can didate in The Age-Heralds big s1S,OUU automobile and prize campaign. she didn't lose time in starting. She got busy right away. That is the reason why her name now occupies position close to'the top in District 10
 Miss Willingham has a wide acquaint- ance in Kellyton, and the surrounding territory, and her many friends are giv- ing her excellent support. She expects to get a large number of votes by "cov- ering" the rural routes
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29

Approximately 500 quarts of whis- v yyaS seized from the Seminole imited train at the Terminal station ssterday afternoon by Officers Alex .ider. HoIlums. Walls, Shirley, Patton i'd McGiI of the city and Deputies emp, Pope Harris and Dowis of the ,unty. W. 1T. Marlborough. white an, address unknown, was arrested ! 8 charge of violating the prohibi- m laws and committed to the county
 Il.
 Armed with search warrants, the tvs officers met the train and made
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
ALMON- HICKMAN

The following announcement appearing today, is of interest to a large number of people: MT. and Mrs. Edgar Frank lin Beckham announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Carrie. to MT. William Heidt Almon, the wedding to take place in July.
 Miss Beckham has been reared in Ems ley and for the past few years has been a popular teacher in the public schools. She is a member of the choir of the First Presbyterian church and active in the young peoples work of that church.
 Corp. B. F. Hubbard formerly with the Ensley detective force, has returned from France, and has received his dis charge from service. He will resume his connection with this department
 Roy Scholl of Pittsburg is visiting his parents, MT and Mrs. John Scholl, on Pike avenue.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29

From the Columbus Dispatch
 While polling one of the wards lately the canvasser, after inquiring for the man of the house and learning that he vas not at home, asked the following g question of the woman who had an swered his knock:
 What party does your husband be- long to?"
 This was the reply: "Im the party my husband belongs to. What about 1t ??
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
Potato Market.
 By Associated Press

Chicago, June 2S.-Potatoes: New firm; old nominal. Arrivals, 33 cars. New Bliss Triumphs No. l, car lots s3.25@3 $40 cwt; Irish Cobblers, vir- ginia, $6.7507.00 barrel; Irish Cobblers, Carolina, s5.50@5.7o.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
ENS[EY LODGES INSTALL OFFICERS Highwaymen Shoot and Rob Victim = News of
 Fairfield

Most prominent among the activities of the week has been the annual election of officers of fraternal orders and sister lodges The interest of large number of the men and women of the district are centered in these lodges, and the install alton of the elected officers is real event.
 Tuesday evening Steel City lodge, No. l9O. Knights of Pythias, will hold install Chancellor commander, " G. Mckee; vice chancellor, E. E. Brockman; pre- late, J. L. Brown; master of works, S. r. Young; master of arms, George R. Crump; keeper of records and seals, C. W. Cole; master of exchequer, c. G. Goodwin; master of finance, $. A. Me Cree: inner guard, J. c. Ferguson; outer guard, John Digguis.
 C. E. Tyler, lodge deputy. will be the installing officer for the occasion. All Pythians of the district are invited.
 ASTER CHAPTER
 Wednesday evening Aster chapter, Or der of the Eastern Star, will have pub lie installation of officers at the Masonic temple on Avenue E. An excellent pro- gramme is being prepared and prominent representatives of the order will assist in the ceremonies.
 Cunningham chapter, No. "A, O. E. S., will install the newly elected-officers of the chapter on Tuesday evening, July s.
 STEEL CITY CAMP
 Monday evening Steel City camp, No. l56 Woodmen of the World, will have their quarterly social at the hall on Ave- nue E. These socials are well attended. A good programme will be rendered and refreshments served.
 Ensley chapter, No. 120. Royal Arch Masons, will have a meeting Monday evening, at which time the mark master degree will be conferred on a number of candidates.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
BIBLE SCHOOL

A vacation Bible school will be con- ducted at the Good Will center in Pratt City, beginning Monday morning. Both American and Italian children will att tend. The Americans are requested to meet at 9 o'clock at the First Baptist church and the Italians at the Good Will center. A large attendance is expected.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29

Dr. Mays Treatment conquers worst cases of Epilepsy. Spasms, Convulsions. Nervous Disor-
 ders. Generous 20O bottle sent free. STATE Aon DR.w. H. MAY, 543 PEARL ST. NEW YORK
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
His Party

MT and Mrs, George Pharr have namel their young son George w, Jr.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29

Miss Nina Pharr, who underwent ar operation at the Birmingh ham infirmary for appendicitis, will be removed to hei home on Forty-fourth street Tuesday
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29

Miss Jennie Horne is representing tho Presbyterian young people at Montreal N C.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29
FAIRFIELD

The Woman's auxiliary of the Plunket Memorial church met recently with Mrs. George Graham. Mrs. G. w. Williamson had charge of the programme, the sub ject being, Sunday School Extension Work" Reports were given from the recent meeting of the general assembly. At the close of the programme refresh ments were served. A large number of members were in attendance.
 On Thursday evening the Intermediate Christian Endeavor of the Plunket Mem- orial church will meet at the church.
 Mrs. D. A. Hans was a recent hostess. entertaining for her grand daughter, Hen- rietta Joe Scholl, the occasion being her second birthday. The prizes in the pea nut and donkey contest were awarded to Jennie Chalmers, Edgar Rice. Helen Mo Laughlin and Ruby Nicholson.
 Miss Carolyn Henshaw presided at the punch bowl.
 Ice cream and cake were served to the 70 tots present.
 Mrs. Hans war assisted in entertaining by Mrs Joseph Scholl.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29

young chap who tires of existence as bank clerk and elects to follow the life of a knight of the road. His adventures on the big highway, his defeat of a stock market scheme and his final winning of the girl of his choice are the clements of a story that is th-provoking.
 Friday and Saturday there is a special programme to be announced later, and each day includes a feature comedy.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-29

It is more worth while to take pains to be agreeable to those under you than to those over you. Neither fagn nor growl.-Forbes Magazine.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-05
The Funniest Men That Euer Liued the Worlds Greatest HuorisTheir Ecentric ties Their FOTies and Their Fobes.
 
By ROLLIN LYNDE HARTT.

he was, got together his belongings (including Sister Beatrice and his dis tinguished father, the Rev. Brooke Her ford) and hopped the Atlantic.
 Perhaps I ought also to have told how he afterward studied art in Europe And yet it strikes me that cherub gos- sip, as above, sets things going a heap better. In the first place, it gives a nibble of Herford's fun and you get the flavor Then, too, it recalls my first glimpse of that delicate, well-bred funster
 One day-I shudder to think how many years ago-T visited the editorial sanctum of Life, and as I entered, a cherub was leaving. To be sure, he had a body; also long, long, ultra fsnappy ulster and a sacred tile and a luXuriant wad of violets, The journal istic passion for truth bids me own that he wore a miniature maltese mustache.
 Had I attempted to trail him home, 1 should have wondered whether his ad- dress was somewhere in Fifth avenue or somewhere aboard an old fashioned paper-lace valentine. By his rig, he was clubman from crown to toe. By his countenance, barring only the little maltese mustache, he was cherub. ''who--who's that?' I asked. Lifer tno offense, but Lifer is the word) said That" impressively, lis MT. Oliver Herford.'
 I hope Herford likes this portrait If not, he can prove an alibi--say the Lifer was stringing me-but in any
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-10-05

hungry squirrels-which would be ter
 rible if true, but isn't.
 Only too often, his fun owes its
 splendor to reconciliation. Take for
 instance his begging to make Bishop
 Potter a member of the Farragut club "a charming group, bishop-literary
 and artistic fellows" Weeks passed. from time to time, Herford and the bish-
 op met But whenever the biShopQ
 brought the conversation around to
 clubs, with view to learning what
 action those literary and artistic fell
 lows" had taken in his case, Herford
 adroitly changed the subject. At last,
 when the bishop could endure suspense
 no longer, he faced the matter squarely,
 and said, Oliver, don't you remember
 promising to get me into the Farragut
 club? How do things stand?"
 As if about to burst into tears, Her
 ford blurted out, q hate to tell you,
 bishop It's dreadful I proposed your
 name. and used all my influence to get
 you in, but. bishop, you-were-black-
 balled!"
 Having looked into the situation to l the best of my ability, find that there are two hypotheses to account for 1t. One, a minority opinion, denies that any such organization as the Farragut club ever existed. The other maintains that the Farragut club not only existed
 
 as follows:
 The Farragut Club. secretary, Her ford president, O. Herford; treasurer, Oliver Herford; vice presidents. Her ford, O. Herford, Oliver Herford, I understand that Herford himself supports this latter theory, and if you | have heard it before, don't mention the fact Conceal it in your cheek like | damask worm.
 Am talking as if Herford were | chiefly anecdotes, with little in the way \ of pictures and verses to justify his reputation for consisting so extensively of literary and artistic fellows? IT ' that case deserve tro't1cing. True, he is far from voluminous. but consider his standards Alone among l literary and artistic entertainers, he | is invariably at his best. and I venture | the assertion that no other humorist oi 1 our day has matched him in uantitS and at the same time in quality. I can ' fancy B. l.. ITS saying that Herford's motto is always Tout bien ou rien.' | Incidentally, I picture B. l.. T. walking l in with his coat off and fiercely smok- '! ing a long. black cigar, and asking, "Ii \ that good French?" and telephoning tt | Professor David at the University o1 l Chicago to make sure. and, thus forti- | fled, tucking it into his Line Type | or Two"
 l SECOND RATE IDEAS, BEWARE! Standards like Herford's in a lumor- ist imply no end of character. For. once a humorist gets going, with applause | laundering around and publishers talk 1 ing after him on their pended knees, ht