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Evening star., 1919-04-21
Woman to Aid Director Clarkson

The appointment OF Miss Hannah J.
Patterson of Pennsylvania as assist
ant to the director of the Council of
National Defense. was announced to-
day by Director ClarkSon. Miss Pat
terson directed the work of the
$50 units of the woman's commit
tee of the council during the war.
Evening star., 1919-04-21
Burning Paper Starts $4,000 Blaze

Burning paper dropping from the
furnace started a blaze in the house
of Dr. George T.. Iaines, Sd and y
streets about $50 o'clock this morn
ing Damage to the building and con-
tents amounted to 5000.
Evening star., 1919-04-21

"Saye the babies" is the message
that las been taken into the remote
towns and villages of thirteen depart
meuts Of France by the childrens bu-
reau of the American Red Cross.
Evening star., 1919-04-21
STATE PHONE APPEALS
TO Be HEARD MAY ;
Supreme Court May Decide Cases
This Term-South Dakota and
Bay State Tests.

Upon the governments motions the
United States Supreme Court today
agreed to hear on May next argu-
ments in test cases from South Da-
kota and Massachusetts involving the
right of Postmaster General Burleson
to interfere with existing intrastate
telephone toll rates.
While only two weeks of argument
remain in this term. the court will not
adjourn finally for the summer until
early in June.
Decision This Term Possible.
Lawyers familiar with the courts
procedure said today that in view of
the Importance of the question in
volved it was possible that decision
might be given at this term.
The South Dakota suit resulted from
state supreme court DEGREES enjOining
four telephone companies in that state
from increasing their toll rates as or
dered by the Postmaster General.
Similar proceedings have been inSti-
tuted in twenty-one states, in nine of
which decisions against the Postmas-
ter General have been rendered, while
in eight they have been in his favor.
Four cases are now pending.
Massachusetts, DEGREES.
The Supreme Court agreed to re-
view Massachusetts supreme court de-
crees dismissing proceedings insti-
tuted by the state public service COM
mission to prevent the New England
Telephone and Telegraph Company
from increasing its rates. in compl-
ance with an order issued by Mr.. Bur-
Lesson. In this case the lower court
dismissed the suit, on the grounds
that it was being brought against the
government without it's consent.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27
PLAN TO ENCOURAGE
 BUILDING OF HOMES

Washington, June 26.-(SpeciaD. = Why should not the government exempt ron the operation of the income tax money. invested in home building?
 This is live question before Congress. Some weeks ago, The Age-Herald fore- cast that such would be the case.
 The question in effect is contained in bill of Senator Calder of New York. For limited period of time, the bill would exempt investments in home building. Senator Underwood of Alabama, in statement to the appropriations commit tee of the House, indorses the chief ldea contained in the measure.
 As previously written in The Age-Her- aid. there is a lack of homes everywhere, not only in New York, Washington. ana Birmingham and Electromagnetic every where This condition is due to the fact that there has been no building for the last four years, and no provision has been made for the normal growth of the popd- lation. There can be no building under present conditions. In the first place. great financial interests have invested their money in liberty bonds susceptible to no taxation. In the second place. money invested in home building. at D per cent does not offer adequate return when the income tax Nfduces that rate to 315 per cent.
 In consequence, there is every indica- tion that there will be great suffering throughout the country the coming win ter Senator Calder and Senator Under wood and others think that the passage of the Calder act will cause business re-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27
DOCTORS ARE URGING
 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Washington, June 26.-(SpecialO The doctors of the country are pre- pairing to make a fight for a depart ment of health with a secretary Of health to serve in the cabinet of the President. As published in this corre- spondence some days ago. Representa- tive McDufffe of the First Alabama dis trict has introduced a bill containing such provisions.
 His measure has attracted general attention, and as a rule favorable at tention. Should the doctors press the fight as they presently intimate, 1t may be made winning fight. It is under stood that President Wilson, on his re- turn, will throw no obstacles in its way.
 The Alabama Medical association, through it's president, in letter to MT. McDuffie. unreservedly indorses the idea contained in the bill, although he suggests amendments. Heads of insur- ance companies throughout the United States has also indorsed the idea. and they, like others, offer suggested in Alabama are likewise indicative or widespread interests.
 There is no doubt said MT. Mo Duffie today, but that the bill is inn perfect-that is, it may be improved by the adoption of wise amendments. l Will without hesitation accept any or all amendments that will tend to improve the measure. I think that 1t is nee essary that the government give still more attention to the conservation or the health of the people"
 The McDuffie measure provides that nothing contained therein shall destroy the independent existence of state or ganizations conceived for health pur- poses. ~
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27
Republican Split Shows Desperation Ouer Fight
 On League Of Nations
Situation Looks Good for Wilson Upon His Return. Underwood Thinks Exemption of Home Building
 Funds From Income Tax Will Encourage Building All Over the Nation
By HUGH W. ROBERTS.

for the President. He has split the re- publican party. He has warm. aggres- sive supporter in the most popular re- publican and probably the most influen- tial, William Howard Taft. oscar Strauss. always regarded as an old-line republ- can, has come forth with warm support of the league covenant. And certain members of the Senate are abandoning the standard of Lodge and Knox and Penrose The progressives, with the ex- ception of Borah, who foreseeing the re- publican split, threatened to organize new political party, are said to be pre- pairing, after obtaining certain pallla'ing concessions, to support the league,
 Ex-Senator Elihu Root, able and adroit, in his antagonism to the league, has been unable to keep hidden his footprints. and MT. Taft nailed him. In a letter to VIII H. Hays chairman of the republican eA- ecutiye committee, Mir. Root declared that Section X of the covenant was excellent contained no danger to the national life' and should be defended, In later let ter. one addressed to Senator Lodge, MT Root inveighed against the section
 So the republican opposition is shocked if not shattered It is contended by democratic supporters of the league thtt | as soon as the people respond in accoro- ance to the oral suggestion of the Pres- ident that the Lodge-Knox-Borah cpqie will melt as mist before the morning sun. And then Borah will have excuse for the formation of his new organlza- tion. which with the two members ne claims to be certainties, and with God, as he contends, will constitute majority or the American people.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27
DR. PESSOA RECEIVED
 BY HOUSE AND SENATE

Washington June 26. (SpecialO The visit to Washington of pr. E. Pes soa, President of Brazil, was with out sensational incident. His reception was cordial if not demonstrative, how ever, and he was pleased.
 The President made the greatest hit at the tomb of Washington. He de- clared that Washington was not only first in the hearts of his countrymen, but first in the hearts of everybody of all antions who love liberty. After the attendants had departed, the Brazilian stood at the grave with head bowed He was greatly affected.
 Pessoa addressed both House of Con gross. He expressed regret that hls knowledge of the English language precluded the possibility of his giving adequate expression to his thoughts Unlike Viviani, who unable to speak any language save the French. moved through the power of his oratory, mem bers of both Houses to frantic cheers, Pessoa contented himself with attempt ing to complete one paragraph in broken English. This he succeeded after appreciable effort in achieving
 Pessoa. as a member of the Brazii- ian Senate, was dispatched to France as a peace commissioner representing his state While abroad he was elected President. He announced his anxiety Immediately to return after seeing limited portion of the United states. \He declared it his intentio2 to secure leg islation more completely welding Brazil and the United States into an informal union for the promotion of friendship and trade.
 Dr. Pessoa was accompanied by Madame Pessoa and their daughter
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27
NO BOOZE FOR HER

"Ahi go on, jedge, you kno' I ain'' never goin have no nigger making liquor around my house."
 Such was the testimony of an excited negro woman in case in the criminal court
 Boss, Fse jes tell you that one time man done offered me 50 to write my name. and now here is mother man that says if Tse put dat thing together I'll get 1000 cold beans. Boss man. rse jes can't do hit
 Now, the case rolled along much to the merriment of the court and the dis appointment of the defendant while the witness wildly stated the case to the jury.
 Have you ever carried anything ex- cept water?" was question put to her
 No, sir, boss. Ise wouldn't give a dime for all that rotton stuff in the world; Ise got religion, and dat CT stuff ain't stood for by muh" was the excited response as the witness flung her head around to a more aristocratic view of the court.
 She was questioned as to how she kept up with the defendant and able to land him into the hands of the sheriff.
 Dat nigger, right over there (pointing to the defendant done come in my house ard don had some kinder instrument that don drip all over my stove. Ise watch him lack hawk and directly he makes wild hush and right out dat door in my shirtale just lak a streak of tightening I don gone after him and boss, Ise brought him to taw and here he s.'
 The witness would frequently rise up out of her chair in her descriptions and assertions as to how the party was brought to court.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27
LETTERS TO EDITOR
The Memorial

To the Editor of The Age Herald. The director of the department of history and archives put one over on the memorial commission that should be undone by the legislature when 1t meets. He provided that the building should be under his control and direc- tion exclusively and to be used only tion. It can be easily assumed that this patriotic duty carries with it the pork and potatoes, otherwise salary of $10,- 900 year.
 As we all know the director created the office, had himself and self-ap- pointing trustees appointed, and all though the constitution amply pro- vides for impeachment and removal from office of every official, from Gov ernor Kilby down to constable. this or flee is above and beyond any control whatever except abolishment by the legislature.
 Section 552 of the code provides that all property belonging to the state is under the control of the governor. even to the disposition of rooms in the cap ital, and surely 1t should not be other wise with the memorial building
 Senator Moody we'll dissected the scheme, recently. in The Age-Herald.
 A hundred thousand dollars invested in an apple farm extending through Blount Marshall and DeKalb counties. employing returned soldiers at high wages and run in Governor Kilby's thorough way would be memofial worth while. Every arple used in Ala hama would come from such farm and prevent entrance Into the stats of the Ealiforhia woFthiese and htgh priced articlS. GEORGE H. ROGERS. # BirmfnGhnm. Juno %. 1913. 2 #
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27
DAY AT
 C|WTAN LUNCHEON
Music By Boys Band and Singing By Prof. Shum-
 way Will Be Features

Fresh from a trip east President Shropshire plans to put a lot of pep int the Civitian luncheon meeting today at o'clock at the Southern club. Each member is expected to bring his wife. his sweetheart or some other member of the fair sex. Here is how Secretary Tom Akers announced the occasion and the programme:
 Fellow civitan: Prepare for our banner day.
 Get out your best bib and tucker, put perfume on your silk hankercheif, lard in your hair and polish up your brightest smile.
 Friday is to be Ladies Day.
 Your know what that means. It n}aans that you are to bring your wife, o -Four sweetheart. or your daughter of some other member of the fair sex. It's going to be some day, so make your date now.
 "Our president, operation Shrop- shire, back from his vacation. has planned the brightest. most enjoyable session our club ever has held.
 The band from the Boys Industrial school will be there and will discourse stirring music in it's inimitable way.
 Edward F. Shumway, musical direc- tor of the war camp community ser vice, also will be on hand and will show up how to sing as all good Civilians should.
 Grease the old Adams apple, oil up your throat, sandpaper you vocal chords and get ready to lay back your ears and sing.
 There will be some other interest ing and novel features to lend charm to the occasion.
 Mark it down now. Friday, 1 p. m. at the Southern club.
 Be there with your hair in a braid. for it's going to be your clubs great est day. TOM AKERS,
 "Secretary"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27

Washington, June -(SpeciaD-Thinga are looking up as far as the league or nations is concerned. And the President, when he returns to Washington may find . most fertile field in which to work.
 While it IS still mysterious how certain senators supporting the league are ex- ceedingly optimistic in their conviction that the Solid republican opposition Will dwindle to not more than one-thlrd or the voting strength of the Senate, there are certain unmistakabIe signs which ln- dicate their points well taken.
 In the first place, there is little doubt but that the Knox resolution Is beaten By that resolution, Knox would have sep arated the treaty from the league for the consideration of the Senate. His game was patent. Once separated, the treaty would have been ratified and the league for- gotten. But the resolution is beaten The democrats not only presented enough votes to make it's defeat certain, put were able to maneuver so success1uliy that no vote could be forced prior to the signing of the treaty document by Ger many.
 In other respects. things look propitious
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27
June 27 to July 4

Every person Alabama will be asked contribution this fund While urged that each contribution be as large possible distinction will be made between the large and small and the of every contributor regardless the will 20 into the record which will be filed for all time in the memorial building Canvassers have begun their work in Jefferson Coun ty and other sections of the earnestly urged that every person will volunteer for work and will notify the county d- In addition srequested that those who make contributions will notify the county director order that their interest may be incentive to the campaign workers Jefferson County citizens should report rskne Ramsay ty director Rotary Club, Birmingham, Every corpora ton urged to make contribution of minimum of six dollars for every person who left its employ become connected with the any capacity during the Many have a ready responded this appeal and all others urged notify the county headquarters of their contributions in order that the county may report itself the top before the close of the pagn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27

vival throughout the country. give em- ployment to many idle laborers and re- turned soldiers, and offer opportunity for necessary housing facilities the coming winter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27

A prize of s1o,Ooo is offered by the Walnut Growers association to any one who will invent satisfactory machine for branding the shell of each English walnut in a yearly s1o,000,ooG
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27
What Value Did You Place on Alabama Men Overseas?

When America answered the call of civilization Alabama did not stand the sidenes waving American flag Instead
 listed for the duration of the campaign against barbasm and during this campaign than thousand of Alabama gave up their lives that their friends and relatives back in Ala bama might still be protected by the American rule of right Lfe American Government
 Thousands of others maied and many will enjoy
 es pleasures again, all because they felt their duty the front Couess others ready give their lives while many carried the work back home which necessary der that every need of the fighting might be met Citizens of Alabama those at the front and those home, working hand hand made record which be erased from the pages of history It proposed to menoaze the work of Alabama and Aabamians the world war by the ton of the
The Birmingham age-herald., 1919-06-27
Alabama Memorial

In this building will be preserved for all time and for the of all
 future generations the records histories and trophies of Aabamas part in the war. During the week of
The evening Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1918-1920, 1919-04-24
DANVILLE

Harmony club will meet with Mrs.
S. N. Ingalls, Monday evening, April
18th.
Peter Rodger, who has been i'll all
winter, died at the home of his son,
Merton Rodger, Monday. The fu-
eral was held Wednesday morning at
10 o'clock, at the M. E. church.
There will be a social at Masonic
hall, given by the o. E. S. on Thurs
day evening, April "a, at 6 o'clock.
All come and get "bang-up" supper.
The funeral of Frank Ainsworth,
who died Easter Sundey, was held
Tuesday afternoon at 2 O'Clock.
Mrs. Perkins of Boston, formerly
Miss Ida Dana of this town, has in
vited the mothers of the Danville
boys in the 26th Division to stay with
her for the parade, and Mrs. Lizzie
Rowe and Mrs. Robert Vance have
accepted the invitations and are
spending the week in Boston.
The Missionary society will meet
at Mrs. Harvey Dole's next Thursday
afternoon, April "a at 800 o'clock.
Miss Jessie Dole, who has been i'll,
is much better.
The evening Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1918-1920, 1919-04-24
ALLIES FAVOR PLAN

Continued from page one)
that portion of Central Russia which
they have been dominating.
The point was also made that the
recognition of all the regional" gov
ernments might tend to divide the
forces operating against the Bolshe-
wiki and give the latter the same sort
of an advantage that the Germans
had until the forces of the allied pow
ers were united under a single COM
mand. Information was laid before
the Paris conference that there was
no real division of sentiment among
the leaders of the loyal Russians, that
Tchaikowsky, Sensinoff, Denikine,
Alexief, and Kharkof had offered no
objection to subordinating themselves
to the Omsk government that they
would rally in support of the Omsk
government and that the arms of
these loyal regional governments had
been more successful in combating
the Bolshevist movements when CO.
operating.
The assumption of power by Ad'
miral Kolchak, however much it may
have been questioned in certain En-
tente quarters at the time, declared
to have shown results and to have
won the approval of the allied pow
ers. The powers have been dealing
with the Omsk government on the
basis of quasi-recognition and have
supplied that government with NUM-
lions and certain other material aid
The matter of large inter-allled loan
to the Omsk government is reported
as being now under consideration.
Under the circumstances the finan-
cial condition of Siberia has been
considered remarkable and this and
other facts relating to the status OF
that government have been known to
the delegates to the Paris conference
for some time.
The evening Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1918-1920, 1919-04-24
ST. JOHNSBURY CENTER

Mrs. Sylvia Powers of this place
celebrated her 88th birthday, April
18, three of her children being with
her. Henry Powers. and wife, Fred
Powers and Mrs. Halle Spinney,
also her niece, Mrs. Sara Living
stone from Lyndonville, spent the
day with her. She was we'll remem-
bered by letters and post cards, also
gifts from her friends and family.
Her children who were not able to
be with her kindly remembered her
with fruit and a birthday cake.
Miss Mavourine Cilley from Lyn-
don Institute spent the week end
with Sadie Powers.
There will be no service at the Uni
versalist church next Sunday night,
April 27.
Leslie A. Morrill,, who has recently
returned from overseas spent the
week end at w. f. Powers and Fred
Simonds of Lyndonville was there
Sunday.
Mavourine Cilley, Sadie Powers,
Leslie Morrill, and Fred Simonds Wis
tied at w. J. Hastie's in East Peach
am Sunday afternoon.
Mrs. Emma Holland, who has been
visiting at A. L. Chaffee's, has return
cd to her home in Berlin, N. H.
Mrs. Augusta Phelps spent the
week end at B. A. Farnham's.
Charles Turner of Paris, France,
visited his aunt, Miss Helen Graves
and cousin, Mrs. c. J. Berry, the
first of the week. Mr.. Turner will
return to France the first of May.
DR.. Wesley and family visited at
E. A. Gray's Sunday.
Ten new members were united
with the Congregational church on
Easter Sunday.
L. w. Gray is moving into the Goss
tenement
Mr.. and Mrs. E. M. Massey have
recently moved into one of Mrs.
Parks tenements.
Harley Roberts, who has beerAcn
the sick list for the past few days is
some better
The evening Caledonian. [volume] (St. Johnsbury, Vt.) 1918-1920, 1919-04-24
TELEPHONE ABATEMENT
Adjustments for Non-Service During
Strike Will be Made on May
Accounts

The Telephone Company is going
to make adjustments on the bills of
subscribers who were out of service
because of the recent telephone strike
and is preparing an official announce
ment to that effect in which it is ex-
planned that, on account of lack of
time to do the necessary clerical
work on this months bills, the adj
justment will appear on the May bills
instead of on the April bills:
The official announcement reads as
follows:
Provision for the adjustment of our
subscribers accounts in connection
with failure of service is contained in
the "Terms and Conditions of Con-
tract as published i1f the telephone
directory as follows:
Failure of Service. For any COM
plete failure of exchange service con-
tinued more than twenty-four hours
and brought to the notice of the
Company in writing within ten days,
the Company will make a pro rata
abatement of charge OF guarantee"
The requirement of written notice
within ten days will be waived in con-
nection with the recent Interruptions
of service; but on account of the
short time involved it will be impos-
sible to provide for the proper adj
justment in the bills rendered for
April service; adjustment will there
fore be included in the bills rendered
for May service.