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The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
Marriage Licenses

The Yuletide season continues with the issuing each day of an extra large num- Der marriage licenses, the IT yesterday given out from the probate court bringing the grand total of the past three days to 65.
 Today, the last before Christmas, the record since the days of the draft is ex- pected to be set. Christmas marriages, judging from the number of licenses that are being isued. have become unusually popular this year, when it is expected Christmas bells will be in strSng compe- tition with wedding bells.
 The following licenses were issued yes terday:
 Joseph Nesbit and Erie Tucker. Ada Pau and Hazel Gibson.
 Henry Shaw and Zola Eshelman.
 Jesse Abney and Ola Gillespie.
 George Barnett and Hester Ellis.
 J. C. Hogan and Pearl Nichols.
 Claud L. DeRamus and Daisy, Wright.
 James Baety and Mary Pace.
 J. w. Estes and Barshe Rock.
 H. M. Hardenburg and Ethel Newsome. Joseph White and Edith Mondie-
 D. IL. Heaton and Mable Barton.
 Carlton Marcus and Thelma Alexander. lack Hawkins and Eunice Newton.
 George McLain and Stella Cochran.
 John Coleman and Alice Carroll.
 R. E. Nelson and Lillie Wood.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
Liquor Comes High and
 Quantity Very Lir1ited

Corn liquor was quoted on the curb last night at s14 per quart
 The rich and ruddy red variety was in strong demand, the price soaring around S20 per quart.
 This is the highest figure asked for whisky in Birmingham since Alabama went dry.
 The sharp advance is said to be due to the nationwide programme of holding down tight the lid that was expected to be tilted under provisions of the war time ban at least until constitutional prohibition became effective in the United States in January.
 There was said to be q scarcity in the local booze market, the condition being credited to the recent unheralded opera tions of Connie" Austin, the man from Montgomery.
 Speak -easies." according to curbstone gossip, were silent as the tomb, and none except those in highest standing in the fraternity could gain admission.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
ID HANDLE FREIGHT
 ON DECEMBER 31.
New Joint Rates Published and Arrangements Made
 for Traffic

Joint rail and water rates through Bir- mingport, Birmingham's port on the War rior rIver at Short creek. will go into effect on January 1, it was announced yesterday, The joint rail-water rate is 20 per cent less than the all-rail rate.
 When the Warrior river tariff schedules were printed last August 1t was stated by the railroad administration that just as soon as Birmingham's terminals were built ard ready for business the rate would be applicable to them.
 Constructive work on the terminals was begun two or three weeks ago, the der rick to be used in transferring freight from cars and barges to the warehouse, and vice versa, has been delivered. and General Manager Wood of the Port of Birmingham corporation, builders of the terminals, states that he will handle freight through the terminals on Decem- Der 3f, regardless of weather conditions.
 Announcement of the publication of the rates came yesterday from G. A. Tom linsoa, director of inland waterways of the United states railroad administration, and also from Theodore Brent, traffic manager of the Mississippi Warrior waterways.
 Senator Underwood at the request of the Port of Birmingham corporation offi~ cials, took up the matter or early pup hcation of the rates to Birmingham with the railroad administration, and upon as- surance that the terminals, though not complete, would be ready to handle busi- ness on the last day of December, all thority to put the rates into effect on January was given.
 Offers Of export shipments from cities outside the Birmingham district have been received by the Warrior river man agement recently, but could not be ac- cepted owing tc the fact that no export rates covering these points had been published. One of these shipments was offered by the Kilby Car and Foundry company of Anriston, and 1t had to be turned down.
 A petition will be filed with the railroad administration and the interstate com merce commission at once for the pubil. cation of export rates applicable to all the territory included in the Birmingham, Warrior river zone, which takes in all or North Alabama and parts of north Geor- gia north Mississippi and the southern nortiO0 of Tennessee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
REPORT PROGRESS
 IN DRY CAMP PA|Gi'
Field Workers of State Hold Conference to Discuss
 Situation

The field men in Alabama working in
 the Anti-saloon league campaign in be- half of nation and world wide prohihi-
 tion were in conference all day yester day at the state headquarters in the Woolworth building
 The field men were assembled to make
 reports on the status of the campaign in their districts, and to receive further in structions for future action. Attending the conference were J. Fl. Winans. state director; J, M. Halpren, associate state director, and l.. D. Wade, field supervisor for the campaign in the soutneastefn dis trict. All made insprationai addresses to the men, and then heard reports from
 them on the work already accomplished. At the close of the conference Mir. Wade declared that the reports had been very encouraging. and that the field men
 were enthusiastic over the response made to the preliminary appeal. 1t was stated that there had been no difficulty in se- curing workers in the campaign, and that the completion of the state organization was imminent.
 Several changes were announced fol- lowing the meeting. J. NJ. Halpren, for mer director of the campaign in Brlning-
 ham, Has been called to the state head quarters to assist MT. Winans. His place has been taken in Birmingham by Fl. q. Barnes, an experienced campaign worke4, who will have offices on the rnexzanine floor of the Jefferson County Bank build- 1 ing
 "The situation Is very encouraging declared MT. Wade. "At the meeting this morning reports of the most optimistic nature were made by the field men who have been and are in close touch with the people of the state. They say that people are coming more and more 10 un- ,, derstand the objects of the campaign, and are heartily in sympathy with it's aims. The meeting of the executive com mttee here last week served as a great I inspiration for the state, and we are 1 reaping heavy benefits from addresses and actions taken at that time. I have beeh here several days on an inspection 1 trip of the southeastern division and was delighted to find such excellent results being accomplished. T
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
BUSINESS TO CEASE
 AT CITY HALL TODAY
All Departments Except Fire and Po- lice to Close Until Friday Morn
 ing-Interest In Election

With the exception of the fire and po- lice departments. business at the city hall will /be suspended at 1 o'clock this afternoon until 9Aoclock Friday morning.
 There was a general exodus of em- ployes late yesterday, many going out of the city to spend the holiday and others to visit the old homestead in va ricus parts of Alabama
 City commissioners will close their of fees this afternoon and will spend the holiday in Birmingham.
 Interest in municipal circles at this time centers in the election next Monday, when the constitutional amendment pro- viding for home rule taxation will be vot- ed upon Upon the adoption of the amend ment will hinge the s3,5oo,ooO worth of rublic improvements contemplated by the city and authorized in bond issue of s4, 800, ,000 Of this amount, $l,oo0OO has ben sold for the construction of two high school buildings. The rest of the issue will not be placed on the market unless the amendment is adopted by vote.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
LIMITED SERVICE
 AT LOCAL POSTOFFICE ON CHRISTMAS DAY
Parcel Post Windows and General De- livery to Open Two Hours-To
 Make Delivery of Packages

The force at the local postoffice will not enjoy a full holiday Christmas, ac- cording to an announcement made yes- terday by Postmaster R. B. Smyer, as the office will be partially open for busi- ness tomorrow. There will be two deliv- cries of mail in the business section of the city and one in the residential, all though the general delivery window and the parcel post window will be open from to 10 o'clock Parcel post packages will be delivered as long as there is ono in the office, Mir. Smyer stated.
 Business at the local office this year has been the largest in history said MT. Smyer, "and the Hobbies have been crowded all during the week Yesterday the line was so long that it reached from the parcel post window through the lobby and out on the sidewalk. The clerks have been swamped, and I sincerely hope we will be in the new postoffice before next Christmas, as our present building is in adequate to handle the growing business of this city,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
KIWANIANS EXTEND HOSPITALITY
 10 MANY CHILDREN
Hundred Little Tots Given Banquet, Christmas Tree and Presents at Tutwil- CT Yesterday-Affair
 Great Success

One of the happiest times of their lives was enjoyed by 100 boys and girls of Birmingham yesterday afternoon, when. as the guests of the Kiwanis club, they were treated to Christmas tree, and a regular banquet
 The little tots were brought to the Tutwilel hotel by the Rev. M S. Barn well and seated around tables in the treated to feast of everything good to cat that could be imagined.
 Toy balloons floated around the room. and rattlers given each child were kept busy while the banquet was going on. A four-piece orchestra played popular airs, and the whole scene was one of happiness and enjoy ment both to the children and the Xii wanians.
 In one end of the room stood the large Christmas tree around which the presents lad been piled while to the right was an immense chimney At an appointed time, an announcement was made that santa Claus was coming down the chimney, and with every eye on tho opening in the big red chimney Lew Salter, garbed in the Santa Claus costume. stepped forth. He was greet ed with a yell of approval by the kid-
 
 some on the shoulders of the Kiwan- ians, clapped and waved their hands.
 The children were lined up in two rows, little boys on one side and the girls on the other. and as they passed the Christmas tree, each was given a present. besides oranges. candy, apples and other goodies.
 Happy smiles showed on the faces of the children as the presents were placed in their hands. and one little fellow actually yelled with glee when he was given toy sword by santa Claus.
 The members of the Kiwanis club lined up at the end of the childish pro- cession and also passed Lew Salter for a present. They were, however promptly ruled out of order.
 The contributions for the banquet fruits and candies were donated by the Kiwanians The presents given each child were donated by Joe Loveman
 After santa Claus made his exit up the chimney the orchestra played
 Bubbles" which was sung by the entire gathering. and then the children alone sang the second chorus. The Kfwanians then sang the chorus of their club song. after which Mir. Barn wlel master of ceremonies, declared the good time tan end.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
WILLIAM HUGHES TO
 ADDRESS WOODMEN'S DEFENSE ASSOCIATION
Special Meeting Called for Sunday Afternoon to Discuss Proposed
 Raise of Insurance Rates

The Woodmen Defense association will hold an important meeting next Sunday afternoon at 2;so o'clock, when William Hughes of St Louis, for many years state manager of the Woodmen circle, will address the meeting and will have some important facts regard ing the raise of rates to present.
 Dr. Elkourie, president of the asso- citation, urges all members to sign up the petition for a referendum at once, the time of limitation being February i, 1920. He states that it is essential to sign up and send the petitions in be- fore the time expires, in order to secure the referendum.
 The sovereign camp through it's paid agents and circular letters. as well as the Sovereign Visitor, has tried to ex- plain the reason for the raise to the satisfaction of the Woodmen and Wood- men circle, but the explanation has failed, 1t is claimed, a s the rank and file are of the opinion that the raise is unca1led for, unjust and not war ranted by the facts, and the Defense association is more vigorous than ever in the fight against the increased rates.
 NThe national defense organization, of which Dr, Elkourie is vice president, has filed suitsl already in the Nebraska courts, the home of the order, and every Indication seems to show that the con- tention of the protestors will be suc- cessful.. The law provides that the sovereign camp cannot impose the raise without the majority vote of the mem bership, and the referendum is to bring back the question of raise back to the members to study out and vote upon.
 Mir. Hughes is. a capable and pleasing talker, and it is urged that a large number of the membership, both of the Woodmen and Woodmen circle, attend the meeting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
DEATH OF FORMER
 HOTEL PROPRIETOR
Funeral of c. H. Nabb to Be Conducted Tomorrow
 Morning

Charles Henry Nabb~ died yesterday morning at the family home. 26O8 Highland avenue, after an illness of several weeks, With him at the time of his death were Mrs. Nabb and three of his daughters, the fourth one not having arrived from New York.
 Mr Nabb was 71 years of age, having been born at Mattoon, H., on August Is, 1S4S. June 15, 1S79 he was married to MISS Mary Jane Moore in Louisville, Ky, ana in 1888 he and Mrs. Nabb came to Bir- mingham.
 Mrs. Nabb and four daughters survive him. The daughters are: Mrs Hubert Drennen, Mrs. Walter Phillips, Mrs. Es- telle Nabb Phillips and Mrs. R k stoe- lar
 The funeral services will be conducted from The residence, 260S Highland avenue tomorrow morning at Ii o'clock, the Rev pr. J. is billiard, pastor of the Southside Baptist church officiating. Interment VIII be at Elmwood.
 Mir Nabb first attained prominence in Rirm;ngham as manager of the Morfis hotel and later as proprietor of the Hlll- man hotel. which was opened in lsol. He was successful in business, popular with tba travelling public and had hosts OF friends in Birmingham and throughout tbe south wno will regret to hear of his deatn s.
 The deceased was member of the so1tbside Baptist church and took an active interest in church work
 Mr Nabb retired from business on Jan nary I. 1915 when the Hillman Hotel com nany of which he was principal owner, sold ire hotel to the present lessees anu operators.
 He V. as of lovable, kindly disposition. interested in civic affairs, charities anu other activities that tend to the upiift or the community and the welfare or us citizens.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
TO ORGANIZE THRIFT
 CLUBS, IN ALABAMA
Head of Home Service Section of Saw
 ings Stamps Department to Push

z. F. Deliah. formerly postmaster at Oreonta. but now head of the home serv- ice sections of the war savings stamp de- partment of the government, is spending a few days in Birmingham for the pur- rose of making plans for the organization of home service thrift clubs in Alabama.
 According to the plan an effort will be made to organize thrift club in every home. and the first steps looking to this end will be made early in the new year. School teachers and children will take an active part in the campaign, and MT. DeIlah expects to hold conferences with the superintendents of schools all over the state.
 All teachers will be asked to write let .ters to the mothers of their pupils first |explaining the r'n of the organization of thrift clubs insthe homes. A week later n letter will be written to the father, and the third letter will be written the next week to both parents to ascertain if they have formed thrift club and to urge them to do so.
 The campaign in Alabama to have q thrift club organized in every home will be directed by MT. Dellah. and it will be started early in January and pushed until every nome is organized.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24

The 'hip-pocket" saloon operated. 1t was hinted. with extreme caution.
 Corn liquor has been easy at $S per quart in the local market and quart of bourbon or rye has hold for $15.
 It was whispered from inner circles last night, however, that some wondrous liquors have appeared in the city and environs in the past week.
 One man told of enjoying little party with brandy highballs concocted from '3-Star Hennessy". and fzzes mixed from real old Gordon gin. And there is re- ported to have been a little Cascade and Greenbrier floating around
 With eggs at 90 cents per dozen and liquor at s10 per pint, an egg-nogg fam inc is forecast for the morrow.
 "one egg and small gill is all can afford" suggested one fellow citizen, And among four people at Christmas breakfast there would only be snftef Just an irritant and tantalizer." The police department has been unus- ually active in the past week and cap tured fair-sized supply of liquor, most of it of corn distillation.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
HOPES FOR RATIFICATION
 OF PEACE TREATY
Senator, on Arrival In Bir- mingham, Says He Will Name Campaign Chair
 man During Week

senator Oscar w. Underwood arrived home last night on the Southern rail- way Birmingham Special which came in an hour late. He was looking well and cordially greeted a number of friends who were at the station at the time
 Mrs, Underwood, who came home three or four weeks ago to be with her monther, who goes to Florida in few days for the winter, met the senator at the Terminal station.
 Asked about the peace treaty and the prospects of it's ratification Senator Underwood stated that he felt hopeful that the differences between the advo- cates and the opponents of the treaty would be arranged soon.
 T had conference with Senatol Lodge day before yesterday" said Sen ator Underwood, and I feel hopeful that we will be, able to agree upon some compromise. In fact, something has got to be done. I think there's olution I introduced providing for a committee to work out compromise upon which all can agree will accom- plish something" He added that the senators seem to be more inclined to ratify the treaty in some form than they were short time ago.
 Senator Underwood stated that he had not yet selected chairman to manage his campaign for reelection next year, but that he intended going to Montgomery the last of the week to confer with a number of his friends there.
 T came home for the purpose of se- lecting campaign chairman and l eX- pect to do this before I return to Wash ington"
 The senator will remain in Birming- ham, with the exception of day or two in Montgomery, until after the holidays Congress having adjourned until January 5
 The railroad bill goes to conference in about two weeks, Senator Under wood said. there being a number of differences between the one passed by the House and the Senate bill, which have to be reconciled.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
CIVIC ASSOCIATION
 URGES NECESSITY OF ELECTION VICTORY
Say Birmingham and Other Cities Will Be Fettered for Many Years Unless
 Relief Is Voted
OF BIRMINGHAl

At the meeting of the board of directors of the Civic association yesterday a res oiution was unanimously adopted calling upon the people of Alabama and of Bir- ningham especially to work and vote for the ratification of the constitutional amepdment which will allow the cities of Alabama more freedom in the conduct of their departments.
 This amendment is to be voted upon at a special election called by the governor to be held December g. It will, if rati- fed, permit cities like Birmingham to de- terrnine for themselves what amount of revenue they wish to spend for efficient operation of the necessary departments ot municipal government
 The proposal was thoroughly discussed by City Commissioner John R, Horandy aud members of the board of directors There was also present Dr. N. A. Barrett, president of the city commission, who ex- pressed great interest in the outcome Of this issue.
 According to the arguments of the board members, there is no escape from the present fettered condition of the city in it's governmental functions unless the people vote for the amendment. It was shown that with the present size of the general fund of the city the maintenance cost of the fire and police departments can scarcely be met It is proposed in the amendment to permit the city, if it So elects to increase the municipal tax rate by five mills for general purposes which would thus double the present revenue for general purposes.
 By the action of the directors of the Civic association the secretary-manager was instructed to do everything reason able within the resources of the associa- ton to arouse the support of the voters in not only this locality but throughout the entire state. It is recognized that there is no organized opposition and that the chief danger to the measure lies in the apathy of the people, which may be- come still more serious because the elec- tion occurs dnring the holidays.
 Ut simply resolves itself into this ques- tion," said Mir. Hornady yesterday "do the citizens of Birmingham care to have during the next four years passable streets. respectable schools and compe- tent school teachers, a good system of city parks and other things that our competing cities already possess. Or. do four years with the lowest expenditure per capita of any city in our class and the corresponlingly less efficient opera- tion of the essentials of city government, which make fof material progress and the general welfare of our people prefer to believe that the sound judgment Of our voters will be registered strongly in favor of the change for the better"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
EGGLESTON TRUSTEE
 IN BANKRUPTCY CASE

The first meeting of the creditors of the Merchants Wholesale Grocery company, banqrupt who recently did business on Norris avenue, was held yesterday afternoon before Emmett ONeaI, referee in bankruptcy. R. H Eggleston was appointed trustee by the court and his bond was fixed at $10,- 900. The estate is quite large one, and has bills receivable running up into the thousands.
 On account of the number of diff ficult legal questions involved in the administration of the estate, the trus- tee was authorized to employ counsel to assist him in the administration and he announced that the firm of Wood & Pritchard would be employed to rep resent him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
GIVEN FREEDOM AS
 CHRISTMAS PRESENT


 Upon recommendation of John IT. Taylor, the city commission ycster- day approved executive ciemency for IS prisoners serving from 90 to 120 days in the city jail.
 Commissioner Taylor rccom- mended the pardons in line with the Christmas spirit of charity and for giveness and the prisoners were sent on their way to spend the hoIi- day sa free men.
 This action relieves the situation at the city jail to some extent and Is in line with mmendation of the state prnson Inspector. who urged that long term prisoners be not confined in the jail because of the insanitary conditions existing therein.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
w. c. T. U. LEADER
 DIES IN GADSDEN

J Mrs. r. c. woodlff age St. died at the home of her daughter, Miss Ollie Woodliff, in Gadsden Tuesday morn ing. Funeral services will be conducted from the residence in Gadsden today, with interment there. Mrs. Woodliff was widely known in Birmingham in welfare circles. and was the first pres ident of the W0man's Christian Tenn perance union in the state of Alabama. She is survived by two daughters, Miss Ollie of Gadsden and Mrs. R. M. Rus sell. and one grandson, R. l.. Russell, both of this city.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-12-24
GoUernment Collections Here
 For 1919 Are $3O,OOO, 900

Collection of all taxes of the gov ernment for Alabama at the office of John D. McNeeI. collector of amounted to approximately S3O.- 100000, according to information given out yesterday. This amount was $3,7o0,0O0 in excess of the col lections for the year 1918, which were S26,25O. 900.
 While the collections for the present year arc considered very good they would have amounted to about $4O,000.O00 if under the regu- iations of the commissioner of the returns of corporations making