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The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10

Behrens has received general comment and has stimulated great deal of in terest in Paris. His plan if adopted would involve the guarantee or the liquidation of thees notes by exchange for thenb of the currency of any allied country in which the notes were used for the pur- chase of food or raw material. But only after five years had elapsed, the presumption being that in five years the currency of the allied nations would ap- preciate to the par of exchange.
 It is spoken of here as momentous even magnificent scheme of high ti- nancing hitherto unknown to the world. But there are many questions which must be satisfactorily answered before the plan can be adopted On it's face 1t ap- pears to be a plausible plan for financ- ing Europe out. of it's present day diff ficulties through the aid of the allied na- tions But there is serious question whether our Congress would authorize the federal government to issue scrip ot this kind since the issuing of it would greatly increase our floating indebted ness and from one point of view would cause great deal of imitation. MT. Beh- rens however suggests that our govern ment exchange it's own treasury notes for the scrip holding the scrip as an off set to the treasury notes His plan in this respect seems to be somewhat vagie and it is the understanding that it IS not received with entire favor in Great Britain.
 If the administration at Washington were favorably disposed, then the propo- sition which was worked out by Henry P. Davison a year ago might in a bet ter way serve the necessities of Europe. The Davison plan, if adopted. would lead to the mobilization or coordination of the credit of all the American industries and would be operated through cen tral institution. That institution would receive requests for American products and then would call upon the American industries to utilize through the institu- ton their credit resources so that there could be instant payment for the com- modities bought in the United States. The government at Washington did not seem warmly to favor the proposition, al- though the reason given by the secre- tary of the treasury, Mir. Glass, for de- clining to give direct answer one way or the other was that the government should not be committed to plan of this kind without the approval of Presi-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10
Daily. Wall Street Gossip
BY HOLLAND.

New York, May 9.-(Special. )--Walter Behrens who was at at one time pres:- dent of the British Chamber of Commerce at Paris, IS reported in despatches from Paris to be now earnestly advocating an
 issue of international currency notes by all of the allies acting in cooperation hoping that at the financial congress of the League of Nations, which is to be held at Brussels in June, the plan will be discussed and in it's main features adopted. This report confirms informa- ton which was received in New York some months ago, the main features of which were reported in this column. For it was then the understanding that some of the ablest financiers of Europe all though not all of the men of finance of Great Britain were gradually reaching the opinion that the best way by means of which financial order could be brought out of the confusion and chaos whicn now exists would be through an interna- tional issue of certificates or notes. Some of the bankers spoke of these notes as scrip. All of the allies including the United States might join it is said in the issue of currency notes behind which stood the good faith and resources of each and all of the allied nations, to- gether with certain security which might hereafter be agreed upon.
 This scrip is to have legal tender quality but only for certain purposes. It would be in this respect similar to the sq-called green backs,'' which when first issued by the federal government in Civil War days had a legal tender quality excepting that they were not re- ceivable for customs dues. So the pro- posed issue of international scrip if it should be authorized by the allied na- tions would carry a legal tender quality but only available for the payment of food and raw material. Europe needs food for another year at least. So also will Europe need raw material if her factories and her transportation systems as well as public utilities are to be re- stored.
 Presumably this scrip would carry in- terest and in that respect it would re- semble the certificates which in times of emergency are issued by the clearing house associations but are only available in paying clearing house balances.
 MIR. BEHRENS' PROPOSITION
 The somewhat detailed report which has just been received from Paris states that the proposition advocated by MT
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10

IS many millions. But one of the lead-
 ng copper authorities said this morn- ing that as much as $S0,0o0.000 remains to be expended before the development will be completed. When this work is done, then the worlds greatest copper mining property will be put in full op- eration. There is little understanding in the United States of the magnitude of these Chili copper deposits. Even the richest copper mine of the United States Is in tis ore resources far below those of the Chili property. Had 1t not been for the enormity and richness in the ore quality of the Chili copper the. Guggen- helms would not have expended as many millions as they have done in bringing this property to it's perfect development
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10

dent Wilson. As the President was at
 that time at Paris and was exclusively
 occupied with the League of Nations Covenant, it was deemed not advisable
 to communicate with him.
 WHAT MAY BE DONE
 It may be thst at the Brussels con-
 ference of the Financial League of Ma
 tions some other plan will be worked
 out. Mir Dawson said a few days ago
 that it is vital not only for Europe
 but needful also for the prosperity of
 the United States that something be
 done whereby Europe may be aided.
 There must be restoration of industrial
 and agricultural activity in Europe. ol.
 there may be danger hereafter of social
 revolution which may take on some of
 the aspects of anarchy.
 A VERY SMALL SURPLUS
 The annual report of one Of the larg- est of the American copper corporations
 would, if it reflected the condition througout the copper Industry, indicate that the industry is at present not highly prosperous, but far from that. For the corporation reports that it's surplus for the year 1913 was only s446.000, which is equivalent to 16 cents share. Yet in the year 1918 the surplus was nearly seven million dollars, equivalent to s2.50 a share. That the copper industry is somewhat . although not all of the larger American copper corporations have been so greatly affected as was the one which made the disappointing report for 1919.
 When inquiry was made this morning of some of the leaders in the copper 1 industry they said that perhaps the chief reason for the falling off in pros Derity was the labor difficulties. Very ! high demands for wages were made by chose who did work in the mines, and although these demands were met, it was ! impossible to secure an adequate sup ! ply of labor Then again the overhead charges have been very heavy and have increased alarmingly in the past three years. Furthermore, there was in 1919
 a decreased demeaend for copper, all | though the leaders in the industry knew | that this would only be temporary, for | the worlds demand for copper will be very great in the future, which is not l far off
 | It may be five years before the world | will have a supply of copper which l will be equal to the demand. All of the | leaders are of the opinion that when l the development of the enormous copper properties of Chili which the Guggen- helms are now carrying on it's completed | then there need be no anxiety about the supply of copper. It is not known how much capital the Guggenheims have al- ready invested in the exploiting or de- 1 velopment of these mines except that i
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10
GEORGIA DECLARES
 PEACE WITH RUSSIA

Loneon. May 9.-yA peace treaty has been concluded between soviet Russia and the republic of Georgia, according to q wireless message from Moscow. The treaty T1cvides that Russia shall recog- nize the independence of Georgia and undertake not to interfere in Georgia S internal affairs.
 That republic shall compromise the fol- lowing territory: The Tiflis, Kutais and Batum governments and also tn edistrcts of Zakatalv and Sukhum and a portion of the Black Sea government.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10

The somewhat detailed report which
 has just been received from Paris states that the proposition advocated by MT
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10
Alabama Spent $2O,0OO

on a certain coroner's investigation several years ago. A large part of the burden of expense was borne by Jefferson county.
 A vote for Dr. Hogan is a vote for efficiency and economy in this important post.
 A layman serving as coroner must employ a physician for every autop- sy and inquest, at cost to the TAX PAYERS of $5 for post-mortem fee and extra cost for transportation, 1lkisnf is asl po~ mile each way.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10
NEW BUNGALOW

fW 5-room and sleeping porch bunga- tw; lot 50x190; conveniently lo- G I'd for Ensley or Birmingham busi- nes4 man. Price $4,5Q0, easy terms. c. w. Ford, owner. Phone Main S316. 2120 First ave.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10
Dr, George A. Hogan for Coroner

The coroner's office is required by law to investigate all violent deaths
 A scientific system of reported autopsies and inquests, made by or under the direction of one quali- fled, is a great saving to the tax payers because unimportant cases are not left for the grand jury to investigate, and for the sheriff and courts to take up at great expense.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10

EAST LAKr-4-room house. lot 1OOx20o. Modern cal be had from owner for yrhall cash payment and $25 per month Apply 414 St. Charles ave, West End. PhoRe West FlnI 266-L-2
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10

NORTH BIRMINGHAM PROPERTY And other real estate of all kinds. J. H. Berry Really Co.,. 2906 N. 27th St. Main 7107.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10

At the end of 1917, Ger any 1aa 3 than S3,o00 women meta wor l of whom were organized
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10

Vote for David Kelso for Board of Revenue. The we'll known mine inspector having given satisfactory service to the mining public for nine years in this responsible position is we'll fitted to serve the public of Jefferson County, he being a practical man and knows what a days work is. By electing him the voters will make no mistake. Your support will be appreciated. The only candi- date from the section where he lives.
 ~tPaid Political Adv. by David Kelso)
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-10

A relatively small pareen ,so f white labor Is employed l the ninirs industry of South Africa
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30
EAST BIRMINGHAM BAPTISTS s BURN
 CHURCH MORTGAGE:
For Eleven Years the Con- gregation Had Been Work ing For Day of Dedica-
 ton Services

That was a big fire at East Birming- ham Baptist Church last sunday when .C. B. Ragsdale burned the mortgage which had been standing against the congregation for so many years.
 It was eleven years ago, to be exact, that larger building was erected to meet the needs of a growing congrega- ton.
 Our intention at the time was to pay cash fbr the new building" said prom inent member. but it became necessary to give a mortgage in order to complete the work. Little did we think that this would be standing against us all these years. It's been a long, hard struggle, and it was easy to tell how our congre- gation rejoiced when the debt was paid, from the numbers who came to hear Dr. F. H. Harrington preach the im- pressive dedication sermon last Sum- day.
 The East Birmingham quartet and choir rendered special music for the oc- cason, and the congregation furnished their share in the good old songs when everybody joined in the general rejoicing and praise.
 Eleven years isn't very long, and yet it does seem quite a while when I recall the number of pastors who have hSd q part in paying off this obligation" he continued reminiseently. The Rev. A. k. Page was pastor when the new building was erected. Some of those who suc- ceeded him were the Rev. J. O. Colley, the Rev. J. w. Vesey, the Rev. W. F.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30
ALABAMA GIRL IS
 GOING ID JAPAN
 ASA MISSIONARY
Miss Ruby Van Hooser of Athens to Be Entertained Here Before Leaving
 For Orient in July

Highlands Methodist church will be the scene of happy occasion next Wednes- day afternoon at o'clock; when the women of the missionary society will be
 hostess at reception in honor of Miss
 Ruby Van Hooser of Athens, who sails
 in July missionary from north Ala
 bama to Japan.
 Through Mrs. George Reynolds, the
 president, Highlands auxiliary extends a cordial invitation to the missionary so-
 cieties and to all young women of tho city to meet the lovely guest of honor,
 who will visit Birmingham en route from
 Kansas City to points in Florida. From Scarrtt Bible Training School in
 Kansas City Miss Van Hooser graduated last week with honors. At the recent meeting of the Womans Missionary Council. with other home and foreign missionaries, she received her commission at the hands of Bishop Hendrix ITO the uttermost parts of the earth" Though many flattering inducemepts were offered her on the foreign and home mission fields, Miss Van Hooser has chosen to represent her native state and her home conference as she carries the gospel to Japan.
 A programme of exceptional in- terest has been arranged in welcome to Miss Van Hooser. which will be ren- dered In the church auditorium, with
 the Birmingham district secretary, Mrs. R. P. Hollingshed. presiding. The
 opening devotional will be led by Mrs.
 George Reynolds and Dr. F. B. Wells,
 special music will be given and words
 of greeting will be extended to Miss
 Van Hooser. who will speak with her characteristic charm to old and young
 alike on The Joy of Life.'
 At the informal reception that will follow this programme the conference
 officers, the district secretary, and the
 auxiliary presidents of Birmingham,
 With Miss Van Hooser will meet the guests downstairs. Other members of
 the reception committee who will rep recent Highlands auxiliary are Mrs
 Cunningham Wilson. Mrs. Mortimer Williams, Mrs. Charles Perry Mrs L.
 v Plosser. Mrs. w. J. Yielding, Mrs
 J. T. McCrorey Mrs. Lynch, Mrs. J. I. Yancey, Mrs. Floyd Weed. The com mittee on arrangements includes Mrs James Hard, Mrs. Richard Massey, Mrs Hattie Sheppard. Assisting at the tea table will be Mrs. Overton Fulton, Mrs. Leo Alderman and Mrs. Lyle
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30
WINNING ESSAY IN
 w. c. T. U. CONTEST

The Jefferson County w. C. T. U. an nounces Sim Whittle, of Avondale, as win ner of the $5 prize in the recent essay contest.
 Honorable mention is given to Miss Helen Ruth Rich, Henley School; Miss Rosalind Gregory, Barker and Eunice Scogin of Sandusky School,
 Especially satisfactory was the pre- paratory research and composition work done by the boys of the seventh grade, Avondale.
 The winning essay on the subject, Al cohol and the Human Body" was as fol- lows:
 Today as never before America is very seriously considering a question which will probably mean more toward the up- building of the human being of our coun- try than any question which the nation has acted upon since the United States became an independent country. This question is that of eradcating alcohol be- cause of the effect it has upon the hu- man body.
 Let us consider a few of the many deadly effects: First, alcohol has weak ened every active muscle so effectively that the person is unable, without very expensive treatments. to overcome It, thereby making his stay on earth a pro longed misery for himself and others. second, the entIe ulSeStiNe 9SSteiii " demoralized, so that food taken into the body does not receive the proper atten- tion Third, it has been sufficiently proven that the cells in their walls have been weakened so that they cannot carry on their work properly. It also weakens the nervous system to such an extent that the mental powers are injured. of course. with lack of mental activities a person cannot properly care for his body. Alcohol is made by the growth of tiny yeast plants which, when put in warm liuuids change the sugar in the lnuids to alcohol The human body is like a machine, for it will soon wear out and become useless unless properly cared for. In order to keep the body well it should be fed plenty of pure food for the building of the wornout parts.
 Alcohol is not a food. Therefore, it serves great dissdvantage instead of benefiting the body. For a short time after drinking alcohol person may seem to be more energetic and may say he feels better physically, but this is only temporary, for after the alcoholic in- fluence is gone the body is in worse condition than before the alcohol was taken. The real philosophy of the evil is this: Alcohol does not quench thirst nor satisfy the drinker, for the more he drinks the more the wants. The world is now considering a question which IS closely related to the human hody and its effect on bodies is deplorable. Then let the man who cares for his body "Touch not. handle not and taste not alcoholic drinks
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30
FREE KINDERGARTEN
 IS NOT FORGOTTEN

During these commencement days and the day of the sweet girl gradu- hte the little people of the free kinder ,karten. Church of the Advent. were not forgotten.
 With her usual tact and thoughtful ness. Mrs. R. R. Stotler, the teacher, with the help of the children's friend, Miss Elizabeth Wilson, planned for the closing exercises of the kindergarten the most attractive Mother Goose party any crowd of boys and girls could wish.
 A crowd of grown-ups were there. too. to meet "Old King Cole" and the "Queen of Hearts," Little Miss Muf- fit" and the same old Simple Simon" who met the pieman when you and l were young"
 The value of the work of the free Kindergarten means something to the present and future, for fifty little boys and girls to have safe, happy place to study and play while their mothers are working to take care of them.
 Next October, when the new term begins, in all probability the work will be enlarged, because Northside Com munity House, from whence most of
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30
CAMP WINNATASKA
 IS BEING PREPARED

Vernon Kemp, director of activities for Camp Winnataska, is lon the job now at the camp grounds, supervising the con- struction of recreational hall, direc- tors building, and an administrative building.
 The Birmingham boys who remember the director as leader of high school boys work for the Y. M c. A, know what the name Vernon Kemp means the time Of their young lives this summer at work and at play with one who has been popu- larly identified for several years with
 the highest interests of boy life of the city
 MT. Kemp at present is one of the most active members of the Boys Coun- cil, Birmingham Sunday School Asso- ciation, and has had successful experience in conducting camps at Monteagle, Tenn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30
SOCIAL SERVICE IS
 FEDERATION FORMED

At recent meeting called by the Methodist conference social service superintendent Mrs. Alice Johnson. a federation of district superintendents of social service was orgaHzed.
 The federation is eomposed of social service superintendents from thirty- three Methodist missionary auxiliaries of the city and the purpose is commu nity service.
 Among other Interesting features of the initial programme was the talk made by Judge Murphy. presenting the needs of the juvenile court He stressed religious training as one of the most urgent needs at present. In response to this appeal a committee was formed to teach Sunday School classes and to supply minister each Sunday afternoon to conduct a reli gious service.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30

The visit to Birmingham of Bishop William Belton Murrah of Memphis. who will preach the commencement sermon today for the Birmingham-So Southern Col
 ege at the Woodlawn Methodist church lat Il o'clock Is of unusual interest, since Bishop Murrah is a native Alabamian, his birthplace being Pickensville
 Bishop Murrah received his education at the Southern University, graduating from that institution in 1874.
 He, received his D. D., degree from Gen. tenary College, Louisiana, in 1887, and his LL.D., degree from Wofford College, South Carolina, in 1S97
 In 1SSl Bishop Murrah was married to Miss Beulah Fitzhugh of Oxford. Miss, having joined the North Mississippi Con ference in 1876.
 After serving as pastor at many diff ferent churches he was elected president of Millsaps College at Jackson, Miss, in 1892, and served there with honor to
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30

himself and the great institution until he was made bishop of the Methodist Episcopal church in 1910.
 Bishop Murrah. besides being a great preacher is a great diplomat, his services having been called in on many impor- tant occasions, representing as he has, the Methodist church at the Ecumenical conference in Washington. In 1891, ill London in 1901, and as fraternal mes senger to the general conference In can
 ada in 1902.
 Among his activities may be mentioned his trip around the world in 1911 when ne inspected mission stations and studied
 conditions in the near and far east, the result being that many publications nav q been made of his lectures sermons, ao-
 dresses and religious dissertations
 Bishop Murrah will receive cordlal
 walccne today from Birmingham. wh'
 recognizes his great ability and dee'
 spiritual influence.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30
BIBLE CLASS
 ANNIVERSARY

The eleventh anniversary cs ebe wo- mans Bible class, formerly known as the Ida Ramsey class. will be cele- brated this morning at tae First Methodist Church H
 An anniversary programme has been arranged which will include music by the male quartet of the mons Bibls class, and an address ay Dr. George F. Stuart.
 The invitation to attend the serv3sa is extended to all former members Of the class wei. ss to those wbose names are on the present roll
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30
BAPTIST WOMEN'S
 MISSION STUDY

The Baptist women of Birmingham win hold an open meeting in the form of mission study rally at the First Baptist Church at 10:30 O clock June 10.
 The purpose of the n1ee-ni.- is 10 pro- mote mission study. especially that of medical missions. Members of Mission study classes of all denominations are invited to attend, and a special welcome will be extended to doctors and nurses on this occasion.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE

Church cf the Messiah. Richard x, Smith, pastor, Fraternal Hall 22-9k Third avenue. north. Meetings for rs- lieious conservation, doetrinal studies, preaching and worshij Meeting for sun- day, 3 D. m. Beginning a Society pr Reform in Religious Doctrine" Me.so bership open to all who hunger and thirst after holiness.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30
EPISCOPAL
LUTHERAN

Zion, corner Avenue and Nineteenth street, the Rev. H. Reuter-, pastor. Preaching and Holy Communion at s'do d. m. Regular services at Il a. m. and at 7:3O D. m SLfmon topic for the Il o'clock worship The Mystery of the Trinity.
 Sunday school opens at 9:30 a. m. The Zion Lutheran League meets at AvcY- dale Park Sunday afternoon. The ladies Aid will meet with Mrs. L. Fortman, 7olS Sloss avenue. Thursday at 2 o'clock.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-30
ENGLISH LUTHERAN

Christ Church. Seventh avenue. nor>A ct LTwenty-third street. Phones Main eso and 5529-LS. Albert Massey, pastor Trim ity Sunday. Sunday school. 10 a. m. Service at Il o'clock. No evening serV- ices.