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The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
EVENTS OF THE DAY
 FROM STATE CAPITAL

ritory, filed the petition and in it an nounced that similar one had been sub- mitted to each state public service or railroad commission in his territory.
 It is set out that if the interstate com merce commission grants the increase prayed for it will be necessary for state commissions to follow suit because the transportation act says that nothing shall be done which will place an undue burden interstate commerce and the petitioners argued that fl the state com missions did not grant the increase on intrastate rates and the interstate com merce commission made such increases on interstate rates an undue burden would be placed on interstate commerce.
 Every class and commodity rate in Ala bama will be affected by the petition. There will be a blanket increase of a little less than 31 per cent on all class and commodity rates if the petition is granted with the exception of the rates or coal and coke, cement, cement plas- ter and plaster, building lime, sand. gravel, chert, crude clay. slag, shale, crushed, ground and broken stone, on which new scale is proposed, which will make an increase of approximately 30 per cent.
 Many letters are being received by the public service commission from shippers of the state urging that such increases be granted as will keep the railroads in proper financial condition. This in- dicates that some interests are making an effort to prepare public opinion for the increase.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
APPEAL TO COMMISSION

Montgomery, May 22.-(SpeclaL)- Tine Standard Portland Cement Com pany of Birmingham today petitioned the public service commission to re- quire the Alabama Power Comuany to comply with contracts covering rates of electric energy which were executd prior to the time the commi ssion took jurisdiction of the company September 25, 1915.
 It was charged in the petition that the company had disregarded these contracts and had established a scale of rates which was ordered by the pub lie service commission in February despite the fact that the company was bound by the contracts to maintain lower rates to the parties to the con- tracts.
 The attorney general has ruled that contracts entered into by public serv- ice corporations similar to the ones in dispute are invalid and if this be cor rect the company had a right to estab fish the scale of rates on it's contract customers.
 A similar petition has been filed with the commission by l.. l.. Stevenson of Lovick. large number of small in- dustries in the Birmingham district are interested in the final outcome of the cases.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
Negro Boy Fatally Injured When Run
 Over By Automobile

Marvin Coney, 15-year-old negro boy. was run over and probably fatally in- jured by an automobile driven by c. C.. Anton, last night about 7:3o o'clock.
 The accident occurred at Woodland avenue and South Fifteenth street After having run over the negro boy, investi- gating officers say, the driver of the car stopped, and came back to the scene os the accident. but the parents of the in- jured boy had taken him into the house.
 The driver of the car made report at police headquarters and was placed under $500 bond. The negro boy was carried to the Hillman Hospital where it was stated that he was in a serious con- ditlon as several bones in his body had been crushed by the wheels of the car
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
2,OOO Foot Leap
 To Test Aerial
 Life Pres erUer
B. AssocIaIed Press

By Associated Press
 Atlantic City, N. J., May 22.-A leap from an airplanc wing while the machine was tearing through space at no miles an hour 2,000 feet nbove the crowds nt the At lantic City mir port. to test n new aerial life preservers, was the thrilling feat performed here to- day by Sergeant Major Brotweli of Dayton, Ohio. It won him the first leg in the Aerial League of America trophy.
 The feat was the first of the aerial safety device competitions in connection with the third Pan- American Aeronautical Congress. in session here, and followed startling aerobatics by Colonel Hickam, United States Air Service, flying n one-seater British biplnne, prio& to n flight to Washington.
 The new parachute Is attached to the back of the jumper like n knapsack and is released by the pulling of the trigger rope. The parachute opened in two seconds by the official records.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
CAN'T SERVE PAPERS

Montgomery, May ZZ.-(Spec1aL)- Copies of the restraining order issued by the Mobile circuit court which pre- vents the board of trustees of the university from removing the medical college from Mobile to Tuscaloosa cannot be served on Governor Kilby and Spright Dowell state superinten- dent of education, because they are ab- sent from the capital.
 Deputy sheriffs were in the capital Saturday in an effort to serve the pa pers. Governor Kilby went to his home at Anniston from Montevallo Satur- day. MT. Dowell is attending an educa- tional conference in the north. The case is set for hearing in Mobile May 2S. It is charged that the board of trustees cannot move the college be- cause the state constitution requires two-thirds of the legislature to vote for a removal bill, which majority was not obtained in this case.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
ROADS ASK INCREASE

Montgomery, May 2.-(SpeciaD.-Fol- lowing the submission of a petition to the interstate commerce commission for an increase of about 31 per cent in all class and comm odity rates governing the transportation of interstate commerce, all railroads of Alabama Saturday filed a petition with the Alabama public serv- ice commission for the same increase in the rates on intrastate commerce. A date for the hearing, which will con sume several weeks, will be agreed upon at a conference of the commission dur ing the next few days,
 This petition is in line with the provi- sions of the railway transportation act of Congress, which requires the inter- state commerce commission to make such rates will yield to the railroads 6 per cent on their investment The railroads set out that the increase of about 31 per cent is necessary to meet the terms of the act
 c. H. Markham, acting for the rail- roads in the southern classification ter
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23

Ivy J. IF. rope, supervisor or E1rdt
 Just how much, in terms of dollars and cents, should a home vegetable garHen help to reduce the high cost of living?
 An accurate answer, of course depends upon number of things. However, from records and investigations. the writer es- inmates that a garden well cared for throughout the season, should, under av- craze conditions. net the owner, in value of produce, at prevailing prices. from 10 to 25 cents per square foot. Thus garden thirty feet by fifty feet would be worth in year from $50 to $S75.
 The value of the garden, per square foot, will depend. for one thing, upon the kind of vegetables grown. A row or cucumbers, for instance. fifty feet long, occupying a space six feet wide, would be worth over half as much as two rows of tomatoes which could be planted on the same space. An area planted in beets, carrots or onions would be worth great deal more per square foot than the same space in corn.
 Many people do not get 10 cents per square foot from their garden, because they do not count on more than one vege- table crop in year from a given space. Intercropping and successive plantings are necessary to get the full benefit from the land. Such intensive methods as planting butter beans along the fence. and stalking tomatoes, as shown in the 1 illustration, increase the value per square 1 foot.
 Looking at the matter from little diff gerent standpoint, how much does one realize. in the value of produce, for the time spent in working in his garden? In 1 1919 the Firestone Tire and Rubber Com pany found that their employees netted $l.35 per hour for the time spent in a | community garden. An accurate record was kept of the time spent in working in the garden and of the products har. vested. Where else could their leisure 1 time have been worth more to them?
 VALUE OF RECORDS | How may the home gardener know ex- actly what his net returns are? First, there should be a record of all expenses, as blowing, seeds, fertilizers, etc. Then the permanent garden equipment, such
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
COL. SUMTER LEA
To the Editor of The Age-HeraId:

To the Editor of The Age-Herald:
 The poets eye beholds the wonders and beauty of the commoplace; to him
 it is given to read the language of the
 trees, and to hear the word from every leaf. The meaneSt flower that blooms of-
 fers thoughts to him. But all this the
 poet ponders. he has time to read and
 digest the thought. This is not always
 true of the orator. Like the poet, he is
 born, not made; but like the general on
 the battle field he must see the oppor-
 tunity, seize it, and execute all in the self
 same moment. His words must become his inspiration and all in the same mo-
 and beauty of the commonplace; to him ment. He must prepare and present
 to his auditors the feast of req son and flow of soul. The ability tc do this must be born in the man. 1t cannot be acquired. Ease aEd fluency may be acquired to some degree | as did Demosthenese and an eminent or ator of our time. Philip Brooks. But | the true orator is born to his inheritance | of oratory. How eminently true this was | of Col. Sumter Lea, the city and state can testify. Those who have heard hin
 can recall the ease of his delivery and the fluency of his language; he never stammered of paused for a word, and he delivered them both as few men were
 
 called upon to deliver an oration at a
 moments notice how felicitously it was
 done thousands can testify. Juries ab- solutely rose and stood entranced until
 the close of his argument.
 The time-honored and commonplace Sunday school address became a new thing from his tongue; children as well
 as adults felt the charm they never felt before. Sumter Lea was born orator
 his was an ancestry of worth and intel
 feet. The great attorney general of Vir- ginia Thomas Read, appointed by Charles II, was an ancestor of his mother. and
 the gift of oratory was his inheritance Many of his ancestors were able speakers of the House of Burgesses.
 It Is a common regret of large cit
 zenship of Alabama that one of her most gifted sons had not the opportunity of
 commanding listening senates. The elo-
 quence of Sumter Lea should have been heard in the halls of Congress. Those who knew him as a lad at school and a student at the university could nevss forget that he was destined to be one ot the greatest orators in the state.
 | Like a bird in the air, he was in his element on the forum, and all who came l to hear remained to listen Those whC knew him in his early manhood csnno ] forget the grace and ease with which h'
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
Dr. Edmonds to Preach
 Today at SerOnd Church

Dr. Henry NJ. Edmonds will not preach at the Temple Emanu-El this morning because of the Jewish celebration ot the "Feast of Weeks which will be Tn progress at the Il o'clock hour. Dr. Ed monds has been invited to occupy the pulpit of the Second Presbyterin church however. and the two church congresa- tions will worship together this mornins
 Al the Lyric theatre tonight at S o,cJoc,x Dr. Edmonds will preach on the subiect Won From the Devil" Tile Sunday school of the Independent church will be held as usual this morning at Temple Emanu-El.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
Lynching Threatened In Case of Capture
 of Officers Slayer

Fayetteville, N. C., May 22.-Open threats of lynching were made here to- night in the event of the capture ot George Hobbs, leader of the gang of ne- groes that fired upon a party of officers here last night, instantly killing one white man and inflcting wounds upon Deputy Sheriff w. J. Smith, from which he died at o'clock this afternoon The search for the negro continued, with every member of the local American Le- zion taking part He is thought to be surrounded in swamp near the scene o1 the shooting A company of troops is being held in readiness in Camp Bragg five miles from the city, in case of trou- ble
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
REVIVAL SERVICES
 AT FAIRGROUNDS

Rev. George Tucker formerly of the transportation department of the llll- rois Central Railroad. has been con ducting a revival in the Fair Grounds during the past week, and the services will continue throughout the week, 1t is announced
 The services have been largely at tended by the people of Fairview. Rev. M. F. Wilson, pastor of the Fair view Methodist Church. announces that MT. Tucker will speak each evening in the Fair Grounds grandstand. Special services for the children will be given at II o'clock this morning and o'clock this afternoon.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23

as hoes, rakes, spray pumps, etc, should be charged at one-fifth cost. One-ffth is a reasonable allowance for the depre- citation in years time.
 Vegetables harvested should be record ed at the market value, This total, minus the cost of production, will show the net profit, or divided by the number of hours spent working in the garden. will show the value of the gardeners time.
 For accurate records it is necessary tc record each time the amount and value of the vegetables harvested, and when ever work is done in the garden the amount of the time.
 To some 1t may not seem worth the trouble to keep such records. but it Is the only way of knowing exactly what the garden is worth, and if good record is made. it is very much worth while in these times of food scarcity and high prices
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
Wolcott Will Control
 Delaware Convention
By Associated Press

Wilmington, Del, May 3.-Retur1 IS from the democratic primary election held throughout Delaware today indicate that United States Senator Wolcott will control the democratic state convention in Dover next Tuesday. Supporters or Senator Wolcott claim 97 delegates while former United State Senator Sauls- bury is credited with 75. The conven- tion will choose Delaware's six delegates to the national convention in San Fran cisco and elect a national committee n
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
Sorsby Believed Held
 In Jail at Wichita
By Associated Press

Wichita, Kan, May 22.-A man said to De Will A. Sorsby is held in the city jail hate pending the arrival of Missis- sit w prison authorities en route to th"ss city to attempt to identify him as #sn escaped convict who was sentenced to life imprisonment for the killing of Charles Fitzgerald, a postoffice in spector at Clinton, Miss.
 Sorsby escaped from the Mississippi sate penitentiary last fall, according to authorities here.
 The man held here was arrested Thursday by c. ". Fickin, postoffice inspector. and Sheriff R. D. Thomas of Ellsworth in connection with a suburban postoffice robbery here, po- lice asserted.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
Party to Ignore Repudiation

New York, May 22.-The Central Fed erated Unions repudiation of the Amerf- can labor party at it's meeting here last right will be ignored by the party, Chairman William Kohn announced here tonight The party convention will be held in Schenectady. N. Y, May % and 30, he stated.
 Kohn said the proceedings of the Gen. tral Federated Union mean nothing, as men who had not attended meetings in months were present and "overran the regularly attending delegates by strong
 arm methods"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
No Evidence Found of
 Extensive Night Riding
Rv Assnciated Press

Saginaw, Mich, May 22,-Official in- vestigation here today failed to reveal extensive night riding and serious prop erty damage reported in the sugar beet growing section, as far as could De learned tonight.
 According to Sheriff Zach Baskin the rumors grew out of the burning of a farm house near Hemlock and an attempt to dynamite a small building occupied by a beet field worker in the same vicin- ity. No evidence had been found. the sheriff said, that would show these 'h- cidents were a part of campaign to intimidate independent beet growers who had signed contracts with the sugar manufacturers
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23

entered the drawing room, like the aroma of beautiful flower his presence was soon felt As he uttered the most beausi- ful thoughts in the most beautiful way. The social circle became genial when this genius entered the room.
 Gods hand fell heavy upon him in the affliction which he bore with such resig- nation and patience.
 To shut the eyes to beauty which al- ways saw beauty in everything was in- deed an affliction.
 But he had the ecstacy of sight when he beheld his Lord and Master, Jesus Christ, and heard the words, Well done, thou good and faithful servant, enter i thou into the joy of thy Lord" and in the great beyond there remains for him still the beatifc vision. zGTELLA COCKS. 1 Birmingham, May 70 1920
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
Sentence Suspended

A. A. Dennison was sentenced to serve from five to seven years in the penitentiary by Judge II. F. Heflin in the criminal division of the circuit court yesterday. Dennison was cons vcted of the charge of grand larceny. it being alleged that he took an auto- mobile belonging to Dr. J. R. Hobbs. pastor of the First Baptist Church. Sentence was suspended pending an appeal.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23

Paris, May 22.-France is to re- ceiye 55 per cent of Germany's indemnity, Great Britain Is to re- ceive 2J per cent, and the re- mainder Is to be divided between Belgium. Italy and Serbin, Premier MiIIerand told the finance and for eign affairs committee of the Chamber of Deputies today in ex- planning his recent conversations with Premier Lloyd George at Hythe.
 The proportions to be allotted France and Great Britain, the pre- mier declared. had been agreed upon by the peace conference.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
TENNESSEE HOLDS COUNTY CONVENTION
By Assoniated Presa

Memphis. May 22-County conven- lions were held throughout Tennessee today to select delegates to the demo- cratic state convention at Nashville June S. Both the delegates from the state at large and the district delegates tc the San Francisco convention will be elected at the Nashville meeting
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
France To Get $ Per Cent
 or the German Indemnity

M. Millerand stated that the rate of interest to be demanded from Germany on the 12O,000,O0O, GOO marks indemnity she was to pay had not been determined, but he believed it would be not less than ; per cent, plus q 1 per cent re- deeminG rate for the holders of gold bonds which Germany must issue.
 The indemnity, the premier pointed out, would he exclusive of the coal deliveries to France and of the compensation for devas- tated mines and for cattle de- stroyed or stolen during the war.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
IudRe Returns

Judge w. I. Grubb of the United States court for the northern district of the southern division of Alabama has re- turned from Shreveport where he has been presiding in the federal court there. He will leave on May 30 for New York where he will spend several weeks pre- siding over the United States court there.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23

per day after meals for two weeks Then test your strength again and how much you have gained. Numbers of ner- vous, rundown people who were ailing all the while have increased their strength and endurance in two weeks time while taking iron in the proper form. Nuxated Iron is now being used by over three million peo- pie annually, and the manufacturers guar antee successful and entirely satisfactory results to every purchaser they will re- fund your money. It is dispensed by all good druggists.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
Hardwick sI Candidate

Atlanta, Ga., May 22.-Thomas W. Hardwick, former United States sem ator from Georgia, today announced his candidacy for governor
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23
Is Your Blood Starvin6
FOR WANT OF IRON {:
Iron Is Red Blood Food-It
 Helps Put Roses Into The Cheeks of Women and Give Strength and Energy To Men. Why Nuxated Iron SO Quickly Builds Up Weak, Nervous. Rundown People.

Thousands of men and women are impair ing their constitutions, laying themselves open to illness and literally losing their grip on health. simply because their blood is thinning out and possibly starving through lack of iron. Lack of iron in the blood not only makes man a physical and mental we3kling, nervous, irritable. easily fatigued, but it utterly robs him of the virile force, that stamina and strength of will which are so necessary to success and power in every walk of life. It may also transform a beau tiful sweet tempered woman into one who
 Iron is absolutely essential to enable your blood to transform the food you eat into muscular tissue and brain. It is through iron in the red coloring matter of the blood, that lfe-sustaining oxygen enters the body. Without iron there is no strength, vitality and endurance to combat obstacles with stand severe strains. Contrary to general opinion lack of iron in the blood does not neces ssarily mean you do not have enough blood but it means your blood is not of the right kind. To help make strong. keen, red blooded people there is nothing better than organic iron-Nuxated Iron. Unlike the older inorganic iron products it is easily assirailated, does not injure the teeth, make them black nor upset the stomach. No mat ter what other tonics iron remedies you have used without success, if you are not strong or well you owe it to yourself to make the following test: See how long you can work or how far you can walk without be- coming tired. Next take two five-grain tao-
 lets of ordinary Nuxated Iron three time
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-05-23

Birmingham, May 20, 1920.
New Mexico state record. (Santa Fe, N.M.) 1914-19??, 1920-10-29
NOTICE
STAT ENGINLERS OFFICE

a .mHrr OF Arn'HcHtian 1852
Santa Fe. New Mexico. sep. Is, 10
Notice is hereby given that on the 18th
day Of Septemb~r. 191o. in accordance with
Section rs Chapter a.. Irritation Laws Of
1907. The Goodrich Lockhart Co. a corpora-
tior Of Valley Ranch county Of San Miguel,
state q New Mcxico, made formal applica
ton to the State Engineer of New Mexico
for a permit 90 approximate the Public wal
crs Of the state 81 New MeNico
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SWMNEH Of said Section q. by means Of
water well six feet in diameter and 00i
cubic feet per second to be conveyed to =
storage tank i7O feet distant having a
capacity Of DpO gallons nv means Of a
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Any person, firm, association ~ corpora
firn decminC that the granting Of the
shove application would be truly ietrimen
tai 70 their rights IN the water Of said
stream system shall file a complete s'a'e
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sfIfavits sith the State Engineer and
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