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The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
Export Restrictions
 on Coffee Are Lifted
Ru Assneizfnh Press

Washington, February 13-Restrictions on the exportation of coffee, lard and lard substitutes were withdrawn today by the war trade board and the removal of these commodities from the export con- servation list ordered, in a series of rul- ings affecting various foodstuffs, which will permit free licensing to virtually all destinations except where rationing agreements with certain neutrals exist.
 In another ruling the board announced that commodities might be imported into Belgium freely except bread cereals, su- gar tobacco, wines, spirits, malt and coal For these, Belgium import license will be required
 Application for export licenses for pork and pork products to European countries except Great Britain and Italy will now be considered if accompanied with cer- tificate from the food administration that it "has been sold for export at price approved by the food adminstra- tion.''
 This requirements, officials, of that agency explained, is for the purpose of upholding the agreement for minimum price of $17.5O a hundred pounds to the American farmer.
 Pork for Great Britain and Italy will continue to be purchased by the allied provisions export commission.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
Situation at Kadish
 Is More Satisfactory
By Associated Prsss

London. February 1S.-(British Wireless Service 1.-The situation at Kadish on the Archangel front is more satisfactory for the moment. according to an official statement issued today by the British war office. On February 10, it is added, the allied troops drove 800 bolshevki back six miles in the region of Sredmakrenga The statement reads:
 After a bolshevik attack on Sredmak- renga, 100 miles south of the city of Archangel, on February 10, combined attack was carried out by allied troops. and the enemy, numbering some S00, was driven back to positions six miles south or Sredmakrenga.
 'The enemy attacked in strong force on the afternoon of February on the Kadish. The attack. which was made in freezing mercury, is considered to have been repulsed most efficiently, and the situation is considered for the moment more satisfactory
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14

Daily testimonials from well known local people are received, giving glowing accounts of how they have been restored to health. Only re- gently the following statement was made to the Plant Juice Man by Mrs Frank Troncale, who resides at No. 1923 Avenue I. a popular eiAploye of a large steel corporation at EnsleXs where he has resided for number of years. He says: fo
 For over a year 1 have been a great sufferer with. my stomach. l could not keep the lightest kind of food down, and it would ferment and I was bloated with gas and in. great pain. I had dizzy spells and spots would come up in fronfo1 my eyes so I could hardly see;3l hau ringing noises in my ears, cuio nol sleep at night and had hrd iuinP in the pit of my stomach like had bad bilious attacks and wasFFiS nervous and felt all run down: I had no ambition for my work. have taken Plant Juice for several weeks and can truthfully say that it haz made a new man of me. I can eA all kinds of fruit and vegetables-~@ fact, anything I want-and have a flr@- appetite for my meals; I sleep well and feel like working again My sister-in- law was down and out in health and Plant Juice has made her well woman today. We are glad to indorse it."
 Plant Juice is sold in Birmingham at Nortons drug store, corner of Fourth avenue and Twentieth street-Adv.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
CHALLENGES RIGHT
 ID ABROGATE THE
 MONROE DOCTRINE
Part Played in War Does Not Spell End of Monroe Doctrine, Declares
 Mccormick
By Associated Press

St. Louis, February 13.-RepresentatiVe Medill Mccormick. senator-elect from Illi- nois, in an address here tonight before the national convention of State Manu- lecturers associations, challenged the right of President Wilson and the Ameri- can peace delegation to sign a treaty which in any way would amend or abro gate the Monroe doctrine. MT. Mccormick declared the Senate would refuse to ratify such treaty.
 ''The part which we played in the European war does not spell the end of the Monroe doctrine," MT. Mccormick said. "But if we are not jealous of our liberties, that end may be spelled by the part which we play in the Euro pean peace conference.
 If America assumes responsibility for the government of subject-peoples in Af- rica and Asia, upon what ground can she exclude European and Asiatic powers from intervention in the affairs of this hemisphere There is no person in the service of the American people who has any legal or moral authority to nego- tiate in their behalf, an instrument in conflict with the Monroe doctrine, which until now has been upheld by men or all parties, save the socialists"
 Referring to the proposal for joint control of former German possessions through mandatories Representative Mccormick continued:
 we did not muster our forces to overthrow the military autocracy of Germany in order to look forward to the time when the bones of our men might bleach the dry wastes of Sahara we did not go to war in order that some day American regiments might be be- leaguered in the defense of Walfish pay in Southwest Africa.
 "No public opinion in this country or abroad supports the plan Clemenceau' acceptance is provisional Hughes or Australia refused his. Thank God for Hughes He cuts the fog of phrase with fact. Are we to deny to our brethren in the South Pacific the Monroe doctrine upon which we insist for the AmericasF'
 MT. Mccormick asserted that fin full fulling of the allied policy of bulletin and bunconbe for Russia" and while the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
NEGRO SERIOUSLY WOUNDED BY PISTOL. Porter at Fremont Hotel Accidentally Shot by an
 "Unl0aded" Gun

Henry Varnon, a negro porter at the Fremont hotel 252315 Fifth avenue, north was accidently shot and seriously wound- ed by Mrs. Edith Shell, proprietor oe the hotel. about S:20 o'clock last night
 The accident took place in the lobby of the hotel when w. F. Posey, a white man, handed Mrs. Shell a pistol, it is said, with the intention of selling it to her. While examining the weapon, she accidentally discharged it and the bullet took effect in the stomach of the negro who was standing few feet away. There were several persons at the scene, and they told the officers last night that Posey thought that he had emptied the gun before submitting it for inspection, but that one cartridge had been left in it.
 The negro was carried to the Hillman hospital, where he is reported to De in a serious condition.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
JAPAN AWAITING DETAILS


 Paris, February 13.-Japan has not yet agreed to the plan for making her a mandatory for the Caroline and Marshall Islands While the other powers have practically agreed to the mandatory prin- ciple and are willing to accept direc- tion of the various German colonies, Japan desires more complete definition of the plan under which the two groups of Pacific islands will be entrusted to her, and more complete statement of the kind of international control and supervision which will obtain under th' society of nations plan.
 In discussing this question today with the correspondent a member of the Jap anese delegation said the Japanese have great pride in their accomplishments in the Pacific and feel that as a reward for their military and naval activities they should be permitted to extened their culture and civilization to the two groups of islands, which are inhabited by undeveloped peoples.
 If the society of nations desires stan
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
Memorial Planned
 to Commemorate the
 Valor of Ed Grant
By Associated Press


 New York, February 13.-At a gathering of baseball patrons and newspaper men here today, the Capt. Edward l.. Grant Memorial association was organized for the purpose of providing a fitting memo rial for soldier who made the supreme sacrifice in France, for baseball player who was credit to the game, for pa triot and for a man.
 Captain Grant, who was killed in the Argonnc forest October 4. 1918, was a member of the New York National league team when he enlisted. Several commun7 ications from brother officers and soldiers of the 307th infantry were read at to- days meeting, all of them offering finan- cial aid to the memorial.
 John J. McGraw of the New York club, was elected president of the asso- ciation Sam Crane was elected secre- tary and John E. Foster treasurer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
JOCKEY CLUB MAKES DATES FOR MEX T
 FOUR RACE MEETINGS
By Associated Press

New York, January 13.-Dates Tor four race meetings were approved by the Jockey club at meeting here to- day They were:
 Bowie, Md, April 1 to 15; Havre De Grace Md, April 16 to 30; Maryland Jockey club, May to IF; Belmont park, May IT to 21.
 The amended scale of weights was adopted and the following rule Tn re- gard to geldings was agreed upon:
 No gelding 3 years old and upward shall be qualified to start in any race closing 72 hours or more before the date of running, except handicaps and selling races. This rule shall not ap- ply to horses gelded prior to February IS. 1919
 These racing officials were appointed for 1919:
 Starter Mars Cassidy; handicapper IT. O. Vosburgh; placing judges, E. c. Smith and C. H. Pettengill; clerk or the scales, IT. U. Homan; assistant to clerk of the scales. Albert Burlen.*
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
Park Bank Cashier
 Is Closely Guarded
By Associated Press

Pittsburg. February 13.-J. s. Swartz, cashier of the Park bank. is being closely guarded by a constable in hospital tonight. When he recovers sufficiently he will be taken before an alderman to face charges preferred by the bank officials of perjury fraudu- lent entry and embezzlement. In the meantime the doors of the bank are closed by order of the Pennsylvania state banking committee, and State Examiner P. c. Cameron is in charge of the affairs of the institution
 Swartz was found unconscious when officers called at his home to arrest him, and this gave rise to the repor. that he had tried to commit suicide. This rumor was discredited this after noon when it was announced that he was really i'll and in no condition to go to jail. Alderman J. J. Kirby stated tonight that he would demand $40,000 bail from Swartz when the hearing is held.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
Local Data
VICTORY BONDS TO BE MORE DESIRABLE
 THAN PREDECESSORS
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requirements of the government when the issue is offered in April I should be obliged to name maximum rate much higher than that which, if developments are as favorable as I expect they will be in the interval, will, I hope, be suf- ficient to float the loan.
 ''The floating rebt represented by treas ury certificates now outstanding and to be issued in the interval before the Vie tory Liberty Loan is offered, must be refunded, and bonds or notes must be sold to an amount sufficient to accomplish this purpose To withhold from the Secre- tary of the Treasurey the power to is- sue bonds or notes bearing such rate of interest as may be necessary to make this refunding possible might result in ca tastrophe To specify in the act the max imum amount of interests at a figure suf- ficient to cover all exigencies would be costly because the maximum would sure ly be taken by the public as the mini mum"
 ADVANTAGES IN PREIUM
 Discussing his suggestion that author ity be issued to issue bonds similar to the successful British national war bonds MT Glass said that payment of a slight premium at maturity would have a num- Der of advantages over an increase in the nominal interest rate, carrying an ln- ducement to saving ana retention or the bonds, tending to limit depreciation, pro- bably having a less injurious effect upon the market value of existing issues and making possible more exact computation of the effective interest rate to be borne by the bonds or notes.
 "A fractional semi annual interest payment involves infinite annoyance to bond holders, banks and the government itself, which would be to a great ex- tent avoided by payment of a small pre- mium at once at maturity" the secre- tary pointed out.
 Exemption from taxation to be carried by the new issue MT. Glass said, would not be greater than that conferred in the first Liberty Bond act nor less than exemption from state and local taxes
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
TEXT AMENDED
By Associated Press

Paris. February 13.-( (Havas.) text of the plan for the society of nations as first drawn up by the peace conference commission for the organization of the society and altered in some cases at the instance of President Wilson, was after wards amende, it developed today, after representations by Leon Bourgeois, the French authority in question, whose ideas are stated to have been well received by the allies.
 In one case the plan was amended to provide that the nations having member ship in the league should pledge them Lselves to take up arms if necessary for the maintenance of the integrity of their respective territories
 In addition to this it has developed, the commission discarded the idea of virtually making the society of nations a SuperState.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
ALAMO ISLANDERS HEARD
By Associated Pres

 Paris February 13.-A delegation from the Aland Islands comprising three mem- bers of the Diet and secretary, had hearing today before Henry White of the American commission, in furtherance of their desire for the annexation of the islands to Sweden, thus restoring the old status.
 The delegates declared that the island inhabitants desired annexation, and that the possession of the islands by a power hostile to Sweden would make possible the long distance bombardment of Stock holm, which is only about 3T miles away. The appeal will go before the peace commission and ultimately to the society of nations.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
DE OROLOSES IVORY
 BATTLE TO CHAMPION
By Associated Press

Chicago, February 13.--Augie Kieck- hcfer. three-cushion billiard cham pion, tonight defeated Alfred De Oros the Cuban expert from New fork, py winning the first block, 90 to 45, in 63 mnutes. De Orc, from whom Kleck- hefer won the championship year ago, gave an exhibition of skill, mak- ing a high run of eight in the fifty fourth inning and taking the lead, but Kieckhefer quickly passed him. Kieck- hefers high run was four, While De Orc also had two runs of five and three of four.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
INTERALLIED ARMY PLAN TO ENFORCE
 PEACE DEFEATED
 BY BIG MAJORITY
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of transit and other matters was heid on Thursday at o'clock at the minis try of public works The Hon. Henry White, United States of America, was elected chairman and Sir Herbert Llewel- lyn Smith, British empire, vice chair man.
 "The committee considered a draft con vention dealing with freedom of transit submitted by the British delegation. me discussion indicated general agreement on the principles involved but various amendments of detail were suggested These amendments are now being coIiect~ ed and will form the basis ot olscus- sion at the next meeting.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
10000 Store Employees
 on Strike in Berlin
By Associated Press

Berlin, Wednesday, February F. (Via Copenhagen, February 13)-Twen ty thousand store employees in Berlin have gone on strike for higher wages Leipziger strasse. where some of the big stores are closed, is occupied by troops who are maintaining order.
 Spartacans are indulging in promis- cuous firing in the newspaper quar- ter. Everywhere throughout the em pire workers strikes are met by coun- ter strikes by doctors and others of the professional classes.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
SnOwstOrm Hampers
 Railroad Traffic
By Assse,a,ss rrsss

Chicago, February 13.-A heavy snowstorm, with comparatively high temperature and exceedingly high wind. centering in Nebraska. today disrupted railroad traffic and for hours paralyzed wire communication west of the Mississippi river. Wet snow and wind broke down wire poles today, and tonight with falling temperature the snow began to drift. reaching depth of 10 feet in places
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
AMERICAN VIEWS PRESENTED
 Rv Assoclated Press

Paris. February 13.-The peace con ference commission on reparations to- day heard the American and English points of view on the question of repar- ations Lord Sumner spoke for Grea' Britain Louis Klotz, the French nm ister of finance presided.
 The financial commission of the con. ference met under the presidency or former Premier Salandra Of Italy. The secretary of the commission was or dered to amalgamate all lists into one for presentation to the commission al it's next meeting on Monday.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
RECEIVES HUME DEPUTATION,
 Rv Associated Press 7

Paris, February 13-President Wilson today received deputation from f1ume' the big Hungarian seaport on the Adrl- atic. southeast of Triest composed of pr. Grossich, president of the National council, M. Ossoinach, deputy for Fiume and Dr. Vio, mayor of Plume.
 The delegation outlined to President Wilson the reasons for which it IS claimed Plume should be united to ltaly' In their arguments they said that turn ing over Plume to Italy would De Tn accord with the principle of selI-deter- mination proclaimed by President Wilson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
Valentine Dance

A grand masque Valentine ball will be held tonight at the Elks' home on Avenue D and Twentieth street. The hall has been profusely decorated for the occasion and the Valentine idea is carried out. A six-piece orchestra will furnish the music and dancing will continue until a late hour. The com mittee in charge of the affair is com posed of Tom Moxley, Ed Warnick and J W Davenport.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
THE WEATHER
Weather Forecast

Washington, February 13.--Weather forecast for Friday is as follows;
 Alabama and MississippiLFair colder Friday Saturday. fair.
 Georgia-C1earing and colder Fri day; Saturday, fair; colder.
 Tennessee--Rain east, rain or snow west portion Friday; colder; Saturday fair; colder in east portion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
EXAMINATION CONTINUED

Paris, February 13.-The commission on reparation. the official press bureau re- ports continued it's examination this morning of the principles on which the right to reparation is based. A. w. Dulles. for the United States, and Lord Sumner for Great Britain. explained the points of view of the British and Ameri- can delegates
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
LEAGUE DRAFT CHANGED
 ov Assaeistsd Prpss

Paris. February 13-The league of nations commission, acording to the of ficial communication this evening, re- ceived the report of the drafting com mittee this morning with the resul, that several new articles have been added to the original text, and phrases changed with a view Ito clarificatlon More than quarter of the draft was approved in this final form.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
Relief Agents Are
 Now in COnstantinOple
By Asseelatsd Prsss
Washington, February 1s.-D

Washington, February 13.-Dr. J. F.. Barton and Dr. George Washburn, representing the American committee for Armenian and Syrian relief. have arrived in Constantinople, according to a dispatch today to the state depart ment. They went to tne near east to assist in the distribut on of relief sup plies to the Armenia'is and Syrians. A shipload of suppliss is expected 10 reach ConstantinopIs in few days and other vessels are n the way there.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
FRENCH WAR MEDAL PRESENTED TO TEN
 AMERICAN OFFICERS
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and William C. Gorgas. formerly surgeon general
 Decorations of officers of the Legion or Honor were conferred upon Maj. Gen. C. c. Williams, chief of ordnance; Brigadier Generals Marlborough Churchill. director of military intelligence; Lytle Brown. d. rector war plans division, general staii' Eran,s TT Hines. director of embarka- tion. and Col. Constant Cordier. liason officer, general staff
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14

bolshevists are driving the little band of Americans and allies cross the frozen wastes toward the ice-locked shores or the North Sea, we have undertaken to entertain them with sweet reason at Princes Islands"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
THREE-HOUR SESSION
 Rv AssOciated Press

Paris, February 13-The supreme coun- cil sat for three hours this afternoon. 1t heard the Rev. Howard s. Bliss, president of the American callege at Beirut, and Chekri Cahem, president of the syrian national committee.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14

James Widemnn-Aged SS, died at the residence at Irondale yesterday morn- ing. Funeral services from the First Methodist church at Irondale this aft ernoon at 9 o'clock. with interment in Bass cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14

Joe Leland Burnett, Jr.,-Aged 19, died at the residence. 517 Twentieth street, north. yesterday morning. Funeral services will be conducted from the residence this afternoon at o'clock, Dr. George R. Stuart of ficiating Interment will be in Elm wood The pallbearers will be: J. F. Gordy, John <irschler. William Cunningham. Ted Bryant James Priest. Willie Ransom, Pete Davis and c. F. Tillery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14

dardization and unification of develop ment of the captured German colonies which would prevent Japan from giving distinctly Japanese character to the Marshall and Caroline Islands, the plan would not be acceptable to Japan, as It would hurt the national pride of her people, the delegate said. ,- .4
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14

Liberty Bell ShOry-Aged months, the daughter of MT. and Mrs George Shory, died at the residence, 250O@ Avenue F, Wednesday morning. Flu neral services were held from the residence yesterday afternoon at 2 o'clock, interment in Elmwood.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14

Clint Rasberry-Aged 2S, died at the residence, 5324 First avenue, yester- day afternoon. The remains will be sent to Clanton this morning by Woodin.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14

Mrs. Anna Buff-Aged 54. died at the residence, 1612 Pearson avenue. West End, yesterday morning. Funeral services from the residence this aft ternoon at o'clock. with interment in Elmwood The Woman's Relief corps. of which she was member. will be in charge of the services, The honorary pallbearers will be mem- bers of the Daughters of the Ameri- can Revolution. A full attendance of the Womans Relief corps is de- sired. Cars will be furnished from the house.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14

Hjalmar Granting is the Swedish so- cialist leader; Arthur Henderson os a British labor leader and Camille Huys- mans is Belgian socialist. NM. Rem audel and Longuet are French socialists.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
SOCIALISTS LEAVE SHORTLY
 Prae

Berne, February 13.-The peace delega- ton of the international socialist confer ence, consisting of Hjaimar Granting, Arthur Henderson, Camille Huysmans, Pierre Renaudel and NJ. Longuet will leave for Paris shortly to get in contact with the leading statesmen at the peace conference.
 It is announced that a second socialist conference probably will be held in Berne early in the summer.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14

John S. Nix-Aged 53, died at the res idence, 405 Kate avenue, yesterday morning. The remains will be sent to Anniston this morning by Johns
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14
DEATHS

Mrs, Enie Brown-Aged 36, died at a local infirmary yesterday morning. The remains will be sent to Shelby vile this morning by Johns.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-02-14

wonderfully effective in the treatment of Coughs, but if the Cough is deep-seated and the Head or Chest IS sore, a penetrating salve should be applied. This greatly helps any cough syrup in curing Coughs and Colds.