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The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1920-03-21
AMERICAN SONG
WRITER'S CONVENTION

sSs7 III you look at the map you VIII
hardly find ii, and yet that very same
1,ftie town looms mp big on the ma
xAI map Of America.
M Not SO very long ago Greenwood
swns known to musical folk by nothing
more than that the eminent Indiana
@&mn1poser, Grace J0r:erfeld Polk,
made her hofne there and would from
ne to time send forth her tuneful
n i ~ melodies. Then one day it
oCcnfred 10 this auceessful composer
Sxtho aside from mnsiea, talent was also
SJ0eDed with rfefres. fhar II was high
Anne 10 set into motion a m S@gncnt
which would ultimately give a goat
slnNpetus to the cult of the AuNs lean
sEsuIksong and Artsong.
II Mrs. Polk began to translate her
dream into actual work, and soon the
{ musical world was ringing with the
S~Ghoes of the fund she had made
available for song contests, to be held
In co operation with the Federated
Music Clubs. These contests are de-
s1Ened To give the worthy. but un-
\ known, American song composer q
chance to compete for the best Folk
Nong and Arsaong in his own state.
thus enabling him 10 bring his com
epsition before the musical world and
make his mark through the merit OF
hsS work
This glad news caused such instan-
Afle0us approval throughout the coun-
hy that Mrs. Polk decided To extend
the good work, and at the dedication
ia THE Polk Community House In
1t was announced that,
Beginning with this summer each yea T
IL gnng composers convention will be
held In the coy little town of Green
wood Song composers from all yer
Ms land viii gather there To discuss
sAnd draw Ep plans which will have a
sGAr-reaching influence over the de-
|xcfopment OF the American Folkseng
md Artsong
D I'M the spacious auditorium of the
Polk Community House in June will
N1ee1 THE young and old of the
ls:sa
AAvel raps for attention opening the
Hrxt convention of American song
the little town OF Green
atopd viii rise up by leaps and bounds
I'M Its importance over all the other
roxy little communities of its size on
1hA rustic hiIlsides and in tho flower
Ntrcwn valleys OF 3oosieriand,
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1920-03-21
Interpretive DANCE
RESULT OF STUDY
Reproducing Piano Uscd-Adolph
Boim. OF Metropolitan Opera, Pre-
fers II to Actual Acconpautrncnt.

To those IMMERSED in the technique
OF interpretive dancing the apparent
ly unstudied effects obtained by the
opponents OF this form of terpsichor-
can expression have given the impress
SION that the dance form itself has
been unstudied as well.
1T has remained Cor hd~it'- --<s
one Of the best-known authorities on
the subject. and nov ulr.....,
ballet of the Metropolitan Opera COM
"-' - correct this erroneous idea.
According to this eminent authority.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1920-03-21

This is very serious" he would SUD.
denly say to the maid. .sCut on the
current at the main at once.s
The fear OF sudden and tlisastrouA
accident gave wings to the houssmaid,
who Immediately disappeared into the
depths OF the kitchen TO execute his
order. A moment was sufficient Tor
him. to hli his tool bag with such
valuables which adorn every drawing
room. Upon her return the inhaRinar ~
repairs were completed, and the young
man, receiving heartfelt thanks tor
having saved the house from d ter
rible nre, and tip in proportion with
the good work, left the house.
At nightfail ne donned a stylish
suit. and, with flower in his button
hole and fat cigar between his lipA
strolled forth from his humble DWELL
ing to enjoy the delights OF chic
restaurant and music hall.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1920-03-21
B7HySS'sNllll[H]
IovP0itS Policy Store
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BROAD AT JEFFERSON
More Important
Than Ever!
'sffae Low Profit Policy"
"A money-snving policy
for Furniture Buyers

Now. more than ever before, it
will pay you to consider the in
creased buying power of your dol
lar at RYAN-SMTTH'S
1t has always been a RYAN
SMITH principle to sell at the low
est possible margin of profit. This
applies today more than ever.
There are thousands OF dollars
worth of goods ordered n long time
ago. and now delivered AT THE
OLD PRICES These are not
marked up to what they should
sell for on today's market. but
based on the actual cost. Let us
show you.
On new purchases, our margin Of
profit is even smaller, SO as to keep
. down the cost AS far as possible,
feeling that 1t Is oar duty now, as
never before, to protect our Gus
toners and hold down prices.
May we demonstrate what this
policy means TO YOU On your next
purchase?
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1920-03-21

An extensive buy In Canada"
Ia now In progress in that
BMpnntry TO combat the high race Cf eT
|xsAanse charged on Canadian money
"A the United States.
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1920-03-21

sic rolls which Mr.. Bolm has found
Invaluable in the various types of
dances he interprets. he has had sew
eral special rolls made according "
his own ideas and directions
The Richmond Virginian. (Richmond, Va.) 1910-1920, 1920-03-21

Cats are almost extinct in WARSAW.
Russia. During the last year OF the
tAev were sold in the public mar
ket places.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
BUY, SELL OR RENT A HOME QUICK-USE THESE COLUMNS
MERCHANDISE
ARTICLEs FOR SALE


 ARMY GOODS FOR sALE-U. $. Army khaki small tents for sportsmen, Boy Scouts. every child should have one for play tent in front yard, SS.95. U. s. Army cotton khaki brooches, seen serv- ice but in good condition, grade A, SIPS: grade B, 95c. U. $. Army can vas leggins, extra strong canvas; will give good service. pair. 65c. U, S. Army wool shirts, olive drab, seen service. but in good condition; grade A, $295; grade B, S2.50; grade C, $1.95. U s. Army khaki brooches, wool dyed brown, black or blue; splendid condi- tion. worth $S pair; special grade A. s2.95 grade B, each, $2.50. U. s. Army haversacks, excellent pag for hunt ing, work bag, school bag, etc.; heavy canvas, good condition, 95c U. s. Army wool olive drab blankets: have seen service, but in good condition; weight 5 lbs, 62xS2 inches, $7.9o. U. s. Army wool blankets, olive drab; used. but in excellent condition; B grade, s6.95. U. $. Army comforts. floral designs; full size; good condi- tion; renovated, $2.45. Gold Medal canvas folding cots. excellent condition; special, $295. U. s. Army cot pads, repaired, renovated, slightly soile1, s3.S5. U. $. Army cot mattresses. ex- cellent condition; grade A, $s.9S; grade B, $5.95. U. s. Army regulation mess pans, heavy tin; excellent for camping. etc. 25c. U. s. Army heavy tin or enamel cups, loo U. $. Army knives, forks or spoons, nickelware, 10c each, or, dozen. 75c. Khaki web belts: good and strong. 25c U. 5. Army tents, 16x16x11 feet; the tent Uncle Sam adopted at all camps; in very good. serviceable condition s3s.75; B grade, the above tent, $2s.7S. U. S. Army shelter tents. sS.95. Your money back if not satisfied. Terms. cash with order; reference: Any Greenvlle bank. Orders desired parcel post, please include postage. Write for catalog. Mttle-Traxler Co.,, Mail
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

A LARGE corporation desires the services of an exceptionally high grade representative to call on the wholesale grocery trade exclusively in the state of Alabama. The man we definitely engage must have had at least years experience calling on and selling to the wholesale grocery and drug trade in Alabama. As remuneration we will pay $2,400 per annurn and expenses. Do not apply unless you have excep- tional ability and can ultimately de- velop into a position where execu- tive ability is necessary, as this po- sition offers exceptional opportunity for future advancement. Apply in own Handwriting, giving full par ticulars regarding past employment, at the same time stating age. Ad- dress V-21, care Age-Herald.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

REAL SALESMEN, with COT preferred, in your locality; $50 to s200 weekly sell ing that wonderful "CORAJA" Patch not an ''all-rubber'' or Khaki back It's different-PATENTE else like it on the markets NO CONFETTI TON. You can make a clean-up-BEST in the WORLD. for automobile inner tubes; Territory FREE. (You can start with a S6 order.) "CORAJA" RUBBER MFG. CO, Dallas, Texas. P. S.. Have several openings for State Managers with $500 to $1,00o capital. Should easily make $500 to 5000 per month. Be quick, or the nther fellow will get it
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
FINANCIAL.
SIsfS Ess 0HP0ETUS USIIIEis

IUY AN OIL LEASE-S10 buys acres Texas field; Desdemona leases sold 75c now worth sl0,e00 per acre; Car ter paid 75c per acre and sold for SS,0O0 per acre. Texas -Rainbow's End now coming Up shows same geological formation as proven ter ritory; leases here may jump any price with first well coming in it's a speculation, but the kind of specu- lation that has made many small in- vestors rich. The Fortuna oil Co. started in by several men pooling SfOO in leases; sold out recently for $l,0O0,Oe0. l. you don't understand lease business, we will gladly ex- plain all details. Remit $10 for 3 acres; we send you legal lease form and keep you in touch with develop ments. Send name for free map and full information. Rainbows End Co, AT Herskowitz Bldg, Oklahoma City, Okla
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

sl0 INVESTED in oil leases may make s10,O00; g acre. oil leases in Texas Rainbow's End. Opening new field may make your lease worth $1,000 acre. This has happened in Texas Many drilling wells near my holdings. Buy low; sell high. That way makes fortunes for lease-owners. Remit $10 for acres. Write free information oil maps. Pecos Valley Co, 114la N. Robinson St. Okla homa City Okla
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

ARE you a live, capable business man, who can hire and handle salesmen! Had you rather run your own business than work for some one? We want state and district managers to open offices and manage territory; our sS pocket check protector does the work Of $50 machines should be sold to every check writer; unless you have $500 to $2OO0 and mean business don't write; position worth 5000 to s25,0OO according to abiliay and territory. The w. M Spinks Co. Memphis, Tenn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
STATE REPRESENTATIVE

STATE REPRESENTATIVE wanted to close sales for large Chi cago manufacturer; national adVer- tising campaign now in progress furnishes leads everywhere; chance of lifetime for hustling, energetic business getters to make big money on an investment of $5,000 to $1O,- 900; equipment is high-priced and needs a high-grade man. Address President, 527 Manhattan Bldg, Chi cago
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

HOW to Start in Business for Yourself is a little book sent free by large hosiery manufacturer selling it's entire output through special representatives direct to the wearers; it shows you how to build flor keeps" and how to make up to $2,500 year as some are doing; write for it today Clows Knit Hosiery ro phiIade1phia Pa
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

AI.ESMAN-To call on garages, elec- tric service stations, supply stores etc, with line of auto ignition parts Experience not necessary; liberal com mission and exclusive territory Write. stating age references and territory desired Knckerbocker Auto Parts Co, Inc, 109 West 42d St, New York City
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
REAL SALESMEN
 WANTED

With auto preferred, who will appreciate a big money proposition, to sell our complete line of straw hats to mer- chants; cheapest harvest hats to high est priced Panamas. We have the only real big. producing-all-year-ro prop osition. Give references, exact territory covered and full details in first letter. Shelton Panama Hat Co. St. Louis, Mo. STOCK salesmen wanted by large pack ing and stockyards companies; excep- tional layout; strongest of inducements from Chamber of Commerce, banks, newspapers, cattlemen, farmers and business people; experienced salesmen making record breaking sales; refer ences required; territory Texas, Louis jana and Mississippi. Address, Texas Union Packing Co.,, Suite 209 Beatty bldg, Houston, Tex. A real live cattle loan com many in connection
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
OWN A GOOD BUSINESS

OWN A GOOD BUSINESS Our window bakery is a proven profitable money making success $500 to 300 net mont lily profits are now being made; our fifty years experience insures best machinery; straight sale; no royalty we furnish trained baker, formulas and all information necessary; capital re- auired 5000 to 5000. American Clay Machinery Co. 1619 Conway bldg, Chi cago
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

-IME SALE-Wiil sell quick 200 bar rels Longview lime in bulk. si.50' in barrels. $2: buy quick and save 5i per cent. Jones & Suydam Coal Yard, Phone Main 244L
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
SPECIALITY sALESMEN

: A Armstrong Paint and Varnish Works, established 1854, want salesmen to sell <ling-Tite Asbestos Roof Ce- ment to factories, industrial plants, etc: high compensation is offered to producers; state age, income and outline of sales experience in initial letter. Address Armstrong Paint and varnish Works, N LaSslle St, Chicago.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
THE TRUTH ABOUT 

THE OIL BUSINESS
 x the title of a book which we have published for free distribution to everyone interested in oil. It con tains valuable information about buying oil stocks; making money in oil; warning; mid-continent field; drilling operations; oil Investments on sound basis; wildcat as distin- guishee from fake companies; some investn ents to avoid, etc. Everyone interested in oil should have this information. Mailed free with a sate copy cf Oil Press and a revised map of Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas oil fields. Address Oil Press, 1511 Re- public Bldg Kansas City, Mo.
 DON'T invest in oil until you read the Texas Investor, weekly magazine. Gives concise, reliable, up-to-date in- formation and facts about most won derful developments and fortune -mak- ing in history of Texas oil, and ex- plains one particular opportunity in which investors should reap tremen- dous returns; published by practical oil operator, and tells how and where to invest for greatest safety and quick results. Write for free trial subscrip- tion c. c. Cannan, Publisher, l05 Scanlon Bldg, Houston, Tex.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
BUSINESS EQUiPMENT
LBTTkRHEADs-

If there is any one thing in your whole organization that can DOT tray your personality in an- other city, surely that thing must be your letterheads. If printed here they will carry the best possible impression to every prospect or purchaser. One of our statesmen will gladly suggest many original designs for your business. Call us. zac Smith Stationery Co, 15 N. 9oth St. Main 45i-452.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

"SANISEP" septic tanks and sanitary sewage dis posal systems for resi- dences, schools, mine and industrial villages; the best and surest method known. Write for catalog. Cement Products Co.,, 31
 Arcade Bldg, Atlanta, Ga.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
MERCHANDISE
ARTICLES E0R sALE


 Why not start the good times of the spring season with diary? In after years one gets a great deal of pleasure out of the old diary. Our new 1920 desk size diary is really de- light to the eye. 25 per cent discount while they last. zac Smith Stationery CO. 10 N. goth st. Main a51-452
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
SALES MANAGERS

SALES MANAGERS To open and manage exclusive terri tory on liyest proposition ever of fered; new invention, no comueti- tion every merchant a customer; !; to $12,000 annually; $500 to $1,500 to si2,000 annually; $500 to $61,500 capital required. We pay your transportation expenses here if you are the man. Secretary, I'll N. Dear born Chicago
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
JOHN BAUMGARTH co. OGDEN AND RANDOLPH.

Established manufacturers of exclusive calendars and advertising specialties, want an able salesman for Birming- ham and vicinity. Commence work immediately. Liberal commission prop osition big opportunities; act now; closing territorial contracts.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

s,-AI-t,sMEN-Me have an opening in this territory for a salesman to handle our large line of calendars and advertising specialties; big chance for right man to build up permanent and profitable trade: large commissions; interesting all-year work; not side line. Gieger Bros. II Nevada St. Newark. M. J
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

WANTED-Road salesman for the states of Alabama and Georgia; ex- perience necessary; to represent large fancy goods and jewelry house; ; applicant must come recommended as to ability. Furstenwerth-U Uhl Jewelry Co, 1125 Washington ave, St Louis, Mo.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

PORTRAIT AGENTS-You must have good work and prompt shipments to succeed We can give you both. Also free samples and 30 days credit. Write for prices. E. P. Mccormick Co., 32I w Superior St, Chicago.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18


 Why not start the good times of the spring season with diary? In after years one gets great deal of pleasure out of the old diary. Our new 1920 desk size diary is really de- light to the eye; 25 per cent dis count while they last zac Smith Stationery Co., 15 N. goth St. Main 451-452.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
 MERCHANDISE Fl

ARTICLES FoR SALE '" BRIEF CASES
 If you care for the genuine ar ticle then you just must have one of these genuine leather brief cases. Lawyer, doctor. salesman or business man, all 8 can be properly fitted zac Smith Stationery Co, 15 N. goth St. Main 451-452. BEAUTIFUL blue white diamond, 1a carat bargain. Address A-S Age Herald.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

D lox. Furniture Co. Duys. sel1s al
 DCllQCI exchange office fixtures sto< md household goods. 2211 Sd ave. Main e0
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

SPECIALITY salesman for high-class offering of merit that sells to busi- ness houses; extremely profitable to right man. Address P-21. Age-Her- a1d
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

s20 DAILY selling dealers s1.50 tire re- pair kits no cement. no vulcanizing; repairs puncture instantly: sample free. Rose Pneumatic Plug Co., 45oo Beacon, Chica 20
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

KoJo1rc Films and supplies; IAOO dhO chimes to rent. Duncan Drug Co.,. 200 s. goth St. Phone M. 6796.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

VI bookkeeper or office man who reads this and can invest $1 or sl0 to write for full particulars. E. F. Simmons. P. O. Box 51z. San Antonio. Tex.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

WANTEL-Bulletin sIgn painter road manager: s40o up monthly; permanent contract work; largest company; $500 required. Fred N. Kelly, White Plains. N Y
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

JR THE BEST SCREENS. call Ter Show Case Co., 1918 Ave. E, or phon S7i6.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

Roofing, paint, Linseed oil sale. ply rubber roofing sl50; ply S1.95; ply S235; Linseed oil g. gal lon; paints and hardware factory cost: buy quick and save regrets. Robertson Hardware Co.
 2020 1st Ave
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

WISE INVESTORS-Increa your in comet company paying per cent dividends, with record of 8 per cent in dividends past nine months; the Texas United oil Co.,; reference. Brad streets; 15 producing wells: price of shares g. Order now, or write for par ticulars Mramon, Barrows Co, 141 Broadway. New York.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

FOR SALE-Well established. central ly located, widely advertised. favor ably known business; strong linea paints, roofings. roofing products aA hardware. Good lease; open to in 7 vestigation as to merits. Reply quick Your opportunity Address R-22, car Age Herald.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

OPPORTUNITIES business. $l,500 spring sales S4 acres new house; barn; outskirts Ballston Spa, N I. Box 993
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

LESMEN-Inexperien or experi- enced, city or travelling. White for fest of lines and full particulars. Address Natl Salesmen's IT. Assn. Dept. 163, Chicago, H.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

Will yours be singled out of the many your prospect receives? If put together in this distinctive print shop, you may be sure of such a result For phone call salesman vii come right over to explain zac smith Stationery Co. 15 N. 2Oth St. Main 45i-452
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

FOR SALE-Multigraph. senior com- plete unit, including pica and elite type, automatic feed, au utomatic sig nature attachment, automatic print ing attachment and motor; used since January 1; will be sold for one-half cost price with one-third cash and balance monthly; purposes for which 1t was purchased have been accom- lished. Address Montgomery Type- writer Company. Montgomery. Ala. 
 Will yours be singled out of the
 many your prospect receives?
 If put together in this distinc-
 tive print shop, you may be sure
 of such result. For phone
 call salesman will come right
 over to explain. Zac Smith Sta
 tionery Co.,, Is N. goth St Main 451-452.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
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g MONTHLY buys deed 10 land and interest in oil wells that should earn $100 for each g invested. Write for particulars. Texas Gulf Co. 643 First Natl Bank, Houston Texas.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
sA ANITARY DRINKING CUPs-

SA NITARY DRINKING CUPS-
 Famous Tulip" brand. Strong never leaking. Recommended for the business house that has it's employees health forever in mind. Most convenient thing to carry on your picnics and outings. A great help toward disease prevention. Priced at only s5c hundred. zac Smith Stationery Co, 15 N. 2oth St. Main 451-452.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

DOCTORS OPPORTUNITY-Fu
 home and drug store in oil field town; 1,500 inhabitants; no competi- tion, at sacrifice; terms to suit. Ad- dress Doctor" care Age Herald, for information.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
LIVE STOCK AND SEEDS G
HORsEs--CATTI ca

SELLING OUT-Contractor's outfit of 12 fat mules. all ready for any kind of heavy work or farm use; will sell any or all at great bargain. Several other mules and horses; 1 and 2- horse wagon cheap. Would consider terms. Apply Empire Lumber Yard, 1st ave. at 65th st
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

FOR SALE-Corliss engine complete 22x4S: band wheel 26x14 feet. Price $1,S00. T. F. Johnson, 222e sgd Ave- Birmingham, Ala.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18
FURNITURE rassItuss, Ms ssE g.ss.3 s., etc. Best prices paid. Hamilton Furnitu1 Co.,. f2s s. goth St. Main 4292.

FAMILY EXPENSE BOOKS
 Why not bring business methods into the home and defeat the H. c. L.? After using an expense. book for while you will never go back to the old careles way of keeping up with the household ao- counts. We have dandy line for only S5c each. zac smith station cry Co, l5 N soth st Main 45l-452.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18


 Do not fail to drop around and see our complete line of purses. We have leather bill folds, coin purses. tightwads and wallets, soc to s6. zac Smith Stationery Co.,, 15 N. goth St. Main 451-452.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1920-04-18

Why not bring business methods into the home and defeat the II. c. L.? After using an expense book for a while you will never go back to the old careles way of running household accoutns. We have dandy line for only s5c each. zac Smith Stationery CO. IS N. 10th St. Main 4si-s2