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The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01

BY cutting down your cotton. acreage you need
not reduce your land under cultivation. A farmers
business is to farm, and every acre he can make
productive adds that much more to the wealth of
the world. But a farmers business is also a business
and he should not run it at a loss, Many people
never realize that the average cotton farmers situ-
alton is something like this He borrows money,
pays rent and either gives his own labor and that of
his family or hires labor to work enough land that
will produce say ten bales of cotton. Usually by
the end of the season, either through bad weather
conditions or because Of boil weevil activity, or
because of rainy weather during the picking season,
or a scarcity of cotton pickers, his ten bales are
reduced to eight bales. Now taking Soc a pound
as the market price for cotton, we find that Of this
eight bales four bales will be good enough grade
to bring the full market price of SOC a pound, OF
a total of 5000. The other four bales, because Of
bad weather during picking or carelessness Of pick
ers, or various other reasons, might average say l8c
a pound, $50 bale, or $500 for four bales, or a
total Of $500 for his whole years crop. I This farm
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01

Every we'll posted cotton man knows that cotton
costs more to produce than the present market quo
tation. Some authorities state that the 1918 cotton
crop would be cheap at 35c. However this may
be, the holders of spot cotton should hold their cot
ton until the demand for it will enable them to get
back at least the greater part of the production cost,
England has just lifted the embargo on cotton,
France and Italy are expected to do so. The ocean
freight rates have just been reduced and the export
demand will develop Immediately. 1t is expected
that the peace treaty will be signed soon--as early
as the first part of March. This being the case, the
Central European nations will be in the market for
large supplies Of cotton. American stocks will be
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01
Hold the Cotton You Now Have On Hand

the only available source of supply. Cotton will
never again go down to its old levels. And it never
should, because the South will not go back to the
condition of economic slavery that has existed for
generations. Its young men and women will leave
the farm and go to the city unless farm life is made
attractive enough to hold them. This will not hap
pen unless the laborer is paid the hire he is worthy
of. Hold your cotton. The banks and merchants
can easily finance it. There is more money in
Southern banks than ever before. Do not be fright
cned by paper prices achieved by "bear" specula-
tors who are selling short in the market. Hold your
cotton and let the spinners pay you at least what it
costs to produce.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01
ANY COLD
l., IN A FEW HOURS
"Pape's Cold Compound
Opens Clogged Nose and
Head and Ends Grippe.
Relief comes instantly.

, Relief comes instantly.
A dose taken every w hours until
three doses are taken will end grippe
misery and break up a severe cold
either in the head, chest, body or limbs,
1t promptly opens clogged up ~nostrils
and air passages in the head. stops
nasty discharge or nose running, re-
lleves sick headache, dullness, feverish-
ness, sore throat, sneezing, soreness
and stiffness.
Don't stay stuffed-up! Quit blowing
and snuffling! Ease your throbbing
head! Nothing else in the world gives
| such prompt relief as "Pape's Cold
Compound" which costs only a few
| cents at any drug store. 1t acts with
| out assistance, tastes nice, causes no
| inconvenience. Be sure you get the gen
uine. adv
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01
Plant Less Cotton This Year

The South is now in a position which might be
called cotton poor; that is to say, it has large
stocks OF cotton on hand costing considerably more
than present market values to produce and for which
there is seemingly no demand except at these sacri-
flee prices. Although there are sound fundamental
reasons why cotton should not be as low as the pres
ent market quotations, yet in order to be on the
safe side it is good policy not to raise the usual crop
OF cotton in l9l9-then the world will be sure to
take the cotton it can get and pay the Southern farm
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01
Rub Out
Neuralgia
Miller's Antiseptic Oil (Known
as Snake Oily Drives Away
Pain Quickly.

SO great is the penetrating power OF
Miller's Antiseptic Oil (known as Snake
OH that one application of It rubbed
gently over the afflicted parts nearly
always results in complete relief and
lasting comfort.
This great oil Is now being used by
thousands all owe the country to drive
away pain. 1t is ~unequaled in the
treatment of rheumatism, sprains,
bruises and all kinds of aches and
pains.
over two million bottles sold. Get
a soc, soc or $1.00 bottle of Miller's
Antiseptic Oil tknown as Snake OiD
from any good druggist--if you aren't
more than satisfied, your money back.
Washburn-Lyle Drug Co, Memphis,
Tenn, adv.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01
Small Crops Bring More Money

Everyone knows that small crop years yield more
money. In individual cases this might not be so.
because one farmer or one section of the farming
country or even a whole state might have a ruin
ouSly short crop. In this event they would have to
suffer while more fortunate individuals in other sec
tons would benefit. But as a general rule when a
crop is short everybody makes more money, 1t is
easy to see that ten bales of cotton at $3.50 a bale
will yield more net profit than twenty bales at SIS
a bale. The total value is the same, but the cost of
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01

er a remunerative price for raising it. Do not
flood the market with more than the market will
absorb. Any manufacturer when he sees that he
cannot sell the stock OF goods that he has on hand
Immediately curtails his production. Farmers are
manufacturers and they can apply the same prin-
clples on a smaller scale, If in 1919 every farmer
will cut his normal cotton acreage by one-third he
will get more money for his crop and get paid at
least the cost price for any 1918 cotton he might
of production.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01

handling, of making, Of picking, etc, is twice for
twenty bales as it is for ten. The same rule applies
to all crops. The slogan for 1919 should be, Make
a small crop and sell it for more than it cost to
raise" 1t is time for the Southern farmer to quit
doing business at a loss. In any other line of indus
try when the manager finds that he is losing money
he quits and tries something else. 1t is good bust
ness and common sense to cut down your cotton
acreage when you are losing money on what you
made the year before.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01

n I lost my mother about a year ago,
W and since then my hair has gradu-
ally grown gray. Nothing seems to
check it. Do you know Of any good
remedy?
A. Your nervous system has evidently
suffered a severe shock, and you should
take the best possible care Of your
health. For immediate improvement in
the color of your hair and to tone up the
scalp, try Q-ban Hair Color Restorer. 1t
will quickly bring back all the youthful
color and beauty.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01
FRENCH ACE
COMING TO AMERICA

PARIS, Feb. Lieut.. Rene Fonek,
the leading French ace, has been grant
ed permission by the French govern
lnent to represent France at the annual
banquet Of the Aero Club of America
on Feb. 10, In response to a request by
the foreign service committee of the
club. Lieut.. Fonek Is preparing to go
to the United States at once
stops The Tickle
Heals the Throat and Cures the Cough.
HAYES, HEALING HONEY. Price 35c.
A free box OF PEN-O-TRATE SALVE
for Chest Colds and Head Colds Is in
closed with every bottle.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01
How Bankers, Merchants, Cotton Men, Farmers and
Business Men Can Help the South Stay Prosperous

Do not let the South lose its prosperity, Do not let It
20 back to its economic slavery Of past years. Help this
big idea of holding the 1918 cotton and planting less cot
ton in 1919 by talking It to everybody.
You can help Immediately and practically by sending
a subscription for whatever amount you feel you can afford
to further this propaganda. "A few dollars spent in pub
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01

licity will save hundreds OF millions for the South. We
want the moral support of every business man in the South,
and, OF course, the financial aid will be appreciated, This
advertising is paid for by public-spirited business men and
cotton men throughout the South. Talk high ~prices-hold
your cotton, decrease your own acreage, get others to do
lkewise-help keep the South prosperous.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01

The $4,000 Oo0-bale crop season Of 1911-12
brought the Southern farmer only $S1O,OO0,0oO,
whereas the II 900, 000-bale crop OF the season OF
1918 brought a total OF 1 1867, 0OO, oOo-Secretary
Hesters figures.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01

We would advise all producing interests not to
use the future cotton market as a hedge against spot
cotton, because In the present position Of the con-
tract market 1t Is not a legitimate hedge.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01

Mullins, Tallassee; Harlan II. Hobbs.
Ashland; Oliver H. Stone. r. F. D. 2,
Calera; Hal r. Jones, r, r. d. 2, Chat
chez; Frank Lockhart, Clanten; Phillip
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01
Copy Submitted by
THEO. v. WENSEL,
President Rumble & Wensel Co,
Natchez, Miss.

NOTE-Ths campaign was organized and Is being conducted by MI. Wensel
at the suggestion ad with the mora and financial support Of the leading coton fac
tors Of New Orleans Memphis, Savannah, Galveston, Houston, Dallas and bankers
merchants an cotton men throughout the South.
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01

Seessel's Afternoon Sales.
Pay cash and carry it is the
economical way. adv
The news scimitar. (Memphis, Tenn.) 1907-1926, 1919-02-01

viously reported missing: Privates Char
lie L. Copeland, Portersville; ElmsrSE.
Handlsy. Phil CamphAlA II
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-04-13
CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS

After a week of preparatory prayer meetings, evangelistic services will begin this evening at the First Baptist church. Rev A. K Wright, the pastor, will be as- sisted by an able evangelist. A chorus choir will support the services under the direction of MT. Bryant.
 Rev MT Wright will use for his morn ing subject "The Supreme Task.
 Rev. c. B. Tomb of the First Presoy- terhn church, will use for his morning topic. Unity and Gods Work evening. "The Second Mile.'
 Rev Thomas N. Lennox of the f1rst Christian church will talk this morning on "The Supreme Motive;" evening, Dr. Woolev will speak on "When Good Men Rule the World
 Rev. L. E. Brubaker of the Ensley High land Presbyterian church will present pr. Woody, who will speak at the morn ing service. At o'clock there Will De special programme of music.
 Rev. Theodore Harris of the Plke Ave nue Baptist church will preach 10 tnc children at the morning service AL O clock he will use as his sermon suoJect' ''Triumphant.
 First Methodist Church-Rev. J. C. Per singer pastor. Regular serVlces at Il d. m and p. m.
 Ensley Highlands Methodist-Rev. .; D. Glasgow, pastor. Regular services.
 Fairview Methodist-Rev. M. E. wilson, pastor. nAorning subject, Christ ana Imagination;" evening, Opportunity. Hunter Street Baptist-Rev. Judson h. Martin. pastor. Regular services morn ing and evening.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-04-13
FUND RAISED FOR
 NEW BRANCH OF
 ENSLEY LIBRA ARY
Ensley Realtors Report Much Activity in Real Estate and Many
 Deals Made

Civic interest in .Ensley is now cen tered on the Ensley library and the new branch recently established at Ensley High school The Parent-Teacherk' I'm provement association during tho past week in a 1O-cent canvass of tn va rious communities have raised ql ite a number of dollars to be spent n es- tablishing the branch library and other money is expected from other so 1rces. The library at Ensley High has long been needed as the local library Eould not supply the needed number of looks for reference work required ir the school
 Miss Frances Randolph Archer, Ems ley librarian, is lending excellent aid in establishing the high school lib rary,
 The beautifying of the interior o the Ensley library building has been uII der taken by the Civic club and work ex- pected to be started at an early Hate. The interior has not been retou|ched since the library went into the hh nds of the city and it is in unsightly con dition.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-04-13

A meeting of more than usual interest will be that of Ensley lodge. No. 987, Ben- evolent Protective Order of Elks, for in addition to the new officers taking charge, the new exalted ruler, Tom MoN- ley, will apply n match to the final mort gage on the Elks home, declare the lordgf entirely free from debt and announce thf singing by the lodge of How Firm A Foundation" The new officers will also initiate a candidate and it is understood every one is letter perfect in his part, and they expect to show the "old heads
 just how the work should be done DisI trict Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler Hugh w. Hill will be preesnt and will make e brief address.
 The last payment of the mortgage on the home was made last Tuesday, and the trustees are able to report the lodge entirely out of debt. Less than TOUT years ago the lodge went in debt over s6OOO to equip and renovate the presenT Elks home.
 By close economy on the part of the officers and the trustees this debt mas gradually been reduced until the lodge a ble to make the IIndl pdJiiioht | NOD day. But despite the handicap Of deot the lodge, however, did not let up on US charitable work and approximately sloh each year has been expended for charlts outside the lodge membership. Free coal and Christmas baskets have been g1Ver the needy, widows and orphans have been assisted, the sick and afflicted have been relieved and by many other acts the Ems lev Elks lave carried into practical ex- ecution the principles of the order, among the greatest of which is charity.
 The parlors of the handsome home nave been donated free to the women of the sevara1 church organizations for their social and other church activities, the entire home has been at the disposal or the war workers in the several campaigns and in this connection not only has the lodge membership subscribed llberaiiy to every war work drive, and bought hoe- rally of Liberty Bonds, but the lodge It. self owns several hundred dollars worth of bonds .,4ad Thomas R. Moxley, the new exalted
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-04-13
NOVELTY SHOWER

A pretty event of the week was the novelty shower a t which Mrs. C. W. Mo Donald entertained for Miss End 9ree Rush, whose marriage to MT. Glad of Atlanta took place last evening. Vases of pink and white apple and chdrry blossoms made pretty background for the party. Mrs. W. M. Drisk kell registered the names in the guest bdok.
 Little Miss Jessie Myrtle HopH ins and Master Forrest Mcdonald as Red Cross nurse and soldier boy presen ted the gifts to the honoree in a ship. at which time they sang, I've Kept the Home Fires Burning" Mrs. E. E. FrulA Ter read ''The Bride to-Be."
 The hostess was assisted in serv ing pink and white ices by Mrs H. B. A lien and Misses Dorothy Reynolds and Paul inc Jones.
 Those included in Mrs. McDonaHd' s hospitality were: Mrs. Ella Bell Mrs. E. J. Goodwin, Mrs. John White, Mrs. w. S. VanDyke. Mrs. Carl Crews, Mrs. W. l.. Hobson, Mrs. E. E. Fuller, Mrs. Driskell, Mrs. Allen, Mrs. Mary Ha m- mond, Mrs. Charles Burgess. Mrs. F.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-04-13
DRY" SUBJECT IN
 THREE CHURCHES

Three of the speakers at present touring Alabama in the campaign for the enforcement of the prohibition laws will speak in Birmingham today at different churches
 John G. Woolley, one time candidate for President of the United States on the prohibition ticket, will speak at the Avondale Baptist church at il clock this morning and at the First Christian church in Ensley at o'clock this evening.
 pr. G. M Hammond will speak at the Calvary Baptist church at II o'clock this morning and at the Vivian Baptist church at o'clock this evening.
 Dr. Madison Swadener will speak at the First Christian church at II o'clock this morning and at the Vine Street Presbyterian church, West End, a t o'clock this evening.
 Richmond Pearson Hobson is billed for Birmingham on May II.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-04-13

ruler, is one of the most popular mem bers of the order that ever filled the ex- ecutive chair. And Tommy as he Is more generally known, stands high in the estimation not only of his lodge brothers. but of the community in which he lives. valued employe at the Fairfield mill, he has risen by merit to a position of trust and importance. Tom has worked un- ceasingly for the welfare of the lodge for many years, and his elevation to the high est office in the lodge is an honor well deserved.
 Another member who is entitled to much credit is the genial secretary, Ed ward A. Warnick, who is now serving his fourth consecutive year as such. In addi- ton to being one of the best fellows in the world, Ed has decided executive abil- ity and has managed the business affairs of the lodge faithfully and well. as the present financial status of the lodge VIII show. Ed shines as Mexican athlete but at that he can point with pride on the record of the lodge during the years he has been in office.
 ON mention of the prosperity of Ems ley lodge of Elks would be complete with out CTcult pciHS SiNSh liiO U NoNS~S "watchdogs of the treasury in whose hands the financial burdens of the lodge have rested. They have at all times CO., operated with the lodge officials in the transactions of the business of the lodge and have been most active in its charity work. The present trustees are Tom De- vereaux, U. J. Parrish, Nelse Thomas and Ellis P. Brown.
 The retiring exalted ruler, D. A. Echolss is also deserving of mention, for in addition to conducting the lodge through a successful year, he has also taken prominent part in all the &C., tivities of the order, particularly the charity work.
 There are many others who have con- tributed to the prosperity of the Elks lodge of Ensley, all well worthy of per sonal mention, but space prevents, but it can safely be said that the success of Ensley lodge is due to the "esprit de corps'' of it's membership in general and the efficiency of it's officers past and present.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-04-13
ANITA STEWART IN
 MIDNIGHT ROMANCE AT THE FRANKLIN
Two Big Superproductions and Other Big Features on Weeks Programme at
 Ensley Theatre

There are two superproductions on the Franklins programme for this week, and four other features almost equally as strong. The big attraction of the week is Anita Stewart in "A Midnight Romance" It is big picture of society fife and has a love story that is most interesting. There is great deal of mystery in the film that makes it the best of all the sue cesses that Anita Stewart has appea red in.
 Womans nine emotions are enacted in this picture of mystery and romance. they being happiness, anxiety anticipa- tion, suspicion jealousy, fear adoration, and grief. This indeed is one of the biggest productions of the season, and has played to record crowds wherever is has been shown. 1t appears at the Frank lin for two days, Friday and Saturday.
 In addition to this big attraction, won- derful Constance Talmadge at the Frank lin Monday in the funniest polite comedy of the age "A Ladys Glove" There are many amusing and complex situations in this latest Talmadge success that viii keep you in an uproar from start to fin ish. Then too, there is love tangle that makes it picture that all will enjoy. Tuesday bewitching little Madge Ken nedy will be seen in one of those pictures that you like, "A Perfect Lady" This picture is like all the Madge Kennedy productions just chucked full of laughs and interesting situations "A Perfect Lady was written especially for Miss Kennedy and it certainly fits the excep- tional little laugh manufacturer to the last letter
 Wednesday Evelyn Nesbt and her son, Russell Thaw appears in a most powerful picture, with many tense and dramatic moments. This picture offers Miss Nes- bit excellent opportunities to display her abilities as one of screenlands s most fln- ished performers. Thursday dainty and cute little Baby Marie Osborne appears in a most entertaining picture, M1ady of the Beanstork" This is a picture that will be enjoyed by people Of all ages. In addition to big attractions each day, there will be a real funny comedy
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-04-13
Hubbard Bros. & Co.'S Letter

New York, April 12-(Speciai-, The cotton market was largely local affair today with some covering or s.las made earlier in the week. Reports from the dry goods districts are oA a. much more encouraging character eastern mills were also said to be buy ing principally of futures against cail cotton previously delivered forwaTd to inc mills. Weather conditions were decidedly better throughout the belt, with prospects of clear weather over Sunday, we expect a steadier market next week with a strong or undertone and possibly slight improvement III yalues.-Hubbard Bros. & Co.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-04-13
1000 MEN PLACED
 WEEKLY. STATEMENT
 OF GEORGE TARRANT

Reports received by State Director George B. Tarrant of the United States employment service show that anout 200 men are securing jobs each week through the Birm ngham office, and about 700 a week through all the of- fees in the state The great majority of these are handled through the BIT mingham and Mobile offices.
 The number of applications and placements has fallen off considerably since the retrenchment order went into effect the latter part of March ana es- pecially is this true with reference 10 discharged soldiers.
 and a foreful speaker. He will speak states show that something over 30,Goo men are being placed each week through the agency of the federal ein- ployment service
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-04-13
REAL ESTATE ACTIVE

Real estate in Ensley is experien cling the greatest boom in the history of the community. Local agents say tha all salable property has been sold and the demand far exceeds the supply. NJ [any vacant lots have passed into the h. lnds of prospective home builders who are awaiting.a slump in the prices of b, Eild- ing material to begin building. A n |um Der of large houses are in the col l1rse of erection on Ensley Highlands now and a number will be started al an early date.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-04-13

and for a time was teacher In chem- istry and physics of his alma mater. He is at the head of the department of chemistry and physics at Howafd college and is considered one of the foremost thinkers in his profession. and forceful speaker. He will speak on the subject, ''Science in the Cause and Service of Christianity show iirs how they work one into the other and not opposed to each other, as has been the thought and argument of scientists in former years.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-04-13
UNITE D STATES

iDNuA4s ic AN<A \ AOAN Schedule changes Sunday. April IS. Effective Sunday, April 13, following changes will be made in connection with Southern railroad tratns' Birmingham Special, No. 29, will will leave Washington 2:45 P. m., leave Atlanta 12:15 p. i'm. Central t1me). Leave AnnistOn 3:oO p. m. Arrive Birmin gham 6'35 D. m. Nh 3O will continue to leave Bir- miurham 9 R. m., arriving Washing ton 12:25 p. m.
 No. P, for Selma, will leave Bfr- mingham p. m.
 No. 40. for Atlanta, will leave BIT mingham 5 :5O a. m.
 No. 23, local, from Atlanta, will ar rive Birmingham 12:1O p. m.
 Effective at same time, the BfrminE- ham Special, will carry through sleep ing cars from Birnin ngham to New York.
 JAMES FREEMAN,
 Asst. GenH Passenger Agent.