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The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
HENRY VAN DYKE
JOLTS MODERNS
IN MODERN WAY
lazy Music" Teachers Told,
"Was Invented BY Demons
for Torture of ImbeciIes."
Also Other Things
nv Assncinted Press

Atlantic City, N. j.. February 27.--A
plea for more moral sense not sub
ject to sleeping sickness" was made
here today by DR.. Henry Van Dyke.
former minister to Holland and pro-
fessor of iitrature at Princeton, who
addressed several thousand educators
here for the National Educational as
ISOLATION convention. 1t was this that
was needed rather than statutes and
DEGREES in respect to better art, DR.
Van Dyke stated.
Jazz music was invented by demons
for the torture of imbecles," he said
THE state has the same right to pro-
tect its citizens from deadly art as it
has to prohibit carrying of deadly
weapons. AS teachers, let us not rely
wholly upon the law to make people
virtuous.
Nudity in art has done less harm
than nudity in the language in which
it is some times discussed. There is
difference between the nude and the
undresed. From some plays one sees
each season in New York one might in
fer that there was only one command
ment--the seventh-and mankind knew
but one Demonstrating it,
Sex education in public schools will
be considered tomorrow at the open
ing session of the annual convention
of the department of superintendent
OF the National Educational associa-
tion
Other matters to be considered in
resolutions Included:
Compulsory physical education and
military training in the schools; Equal
pay for men and women engaged in
the same work. Equal salaries for
grade and high schools teachers with
the professional experience. Teachers
participation in school government, in
stead of having 1t run by autocratic
uperintendents. The matter of teach
ers' declarations as opposed to affila-
tion to the National Educational assoc
citation; and increased salaries to
teachers not withstanding falling
prices.
The national council of education at
its final session adopted a resolution
urging all churches, irrespective of
creed, to unite in making religious
education more universal and efficient
in order to combat "emissaries of ma
tons now under radical CONTROL" who
are attacking churches and defnocra-
tic governments alike.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
HAS OPENED
SMALL OASIS WITH
PATENT MEDICINES


Washington, February 27.--whisky
and other liquors may be used in the
manufacture under permit of certain
patent medicines and toilet prepara-
tons, Attorney General Palmer has
ruled in an opinion submitted to Sec
rotary Houston.
Suggestion by Mr.. Houston that Con-
gress in permitting the use of liquors
for such purposes meant to limit the
word 'liquor'' to alcohol was contro-
yerted by the Attorney General. Liquor
as defined by the prohibition act, Mr.
Palmer ruled, includes alcohol, brandy,
whisky, rum, gin, beer ale, porter and
Wine but not such liquids containing
less than one-half of per cent of alco-
hol
The products IN which under the rul-
ing whisky and other liquors may be
used are medical preparations manu-
featured in accordance with formulate
prescribed by the United States phar-
macopia; patent and proprietary med
icines unfit for use as beverages, and
toilet. medicinal and antiseptic preara-
tons unfit for beverage purposes.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
ROCKEFELLERS GIVE
$500,000 TO HELP
FEED HUNGRY CHINA

New York, February 27--America's re-
lief fund for China's starving millions
received $50o,Oo0 today from the Rookie
Teller fortune. Half this amount was con-
tributed by John d. Rockefeller, Jr and
the other half came from the Laura
Spellman Rockefeller fund, it was an
nounced by the American committee for
China relief.
amount received by the committee and
nine denominations to $2.71057S. Move
ments to have American housewives give
up either one course at dinner daily or
one meal week and donate the amount
saved to the relief fund are gaining pop
ularity throughout the country, the COM
mittee reported.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
MINSTREL ENTERTAINMENT

The minstrel show which viii be
given on Friday evening at the higR
school auditorium under the direction
of Mrs. B. L. Michaeison, promises to
be one of the delightful events Of the
week. There are over 10 in the cast,
including children from : years to
those in the high school set.
A number of attractive specialties
will be introduced, including a Japsn ese
act and a musical specially. in which
will be given "Old Black joe with the
violin chorus. Mrs. Julian Erlick is the
clever interlocutor for the minstrel, and
Mrs. Harry Hart, a talented musician, is
the pianist.
The ministerel will be given under
the auspices of the parent tachers as
ISOLATION of the Robert-Vance schools
and the funds will be used for the re-
modelling of the basement.
Bessemer Lodge, No. ASS A. F. and
A. M. will meet Monday evening at
the Masonic hall in regular business
meeting at o'clock.
There will be no meeting of the
Protective Home Circle Monday even
ing, on account of the Moose Carni-
val which will be held at the Moose
hall on that evening.
Friends of Mrs. CLARK Mccormack
will be glad to learn that she is inn
proving after recent severe illness.
Miss Matte Ekford is visiting in St.
Louis for several weeks.
Mrs. w. H. Kilgore. of Norfolk, Va,
is visiting her parents, Mr.. and Mira.
j. ]. Russell
Mr.. and Mrs. J. G. Pope have re-
turned home from Jackson. Miss. whore
they attended the funeral of DR.. Paul
Poro.
w. c. Baty, of the University. is the
guest of his parents, Mr.. and Mrs. w.
G. Baty on Dartmouth avenue.
Willard Deason, of Tulane University,
is visiting in the city.
Miss Neal Johnson Is the guest of
Miss Eileen Smith on Clarendon ave-
nue..
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
JAPANESE DECLINE
TO INVESTIGATE KOREA
By Associated Press

Toxic, February ga motion au-
thorizing the appointment of a com
mission to investigate the Korean sit
uation was rejecteS by the Japanese
House of Representatives today after
Torijiro Nakano, an independent, who
had introduced the resolution, had de-
clared that conditions would become
worse If they were allowed to drift, and
would lead to serious developments.
Reference to the assassination of Bin
gen Shoku, the Korean who was slain
here two weeks ago, was made by M.
Nakano, who said if the government
would divulge the significance of the
Koreans murder, light would be thrown
on the real state of affais in Korea. He
declared that present conditions there
were due to discrimination and the stiff
ling of the freedom of speech.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
METHOD|STS SHOW
ASTOUNDING TOTALS
Church's Activities In Foreign
Fields Include Every Line of
Christian Work

New York, February N.--The Method
list Episcopal church maintains a. force
Of l120 missionaries. including SIS men
and 595 women, in foreign lands. Dr.
Frank Mason North, corresponding Sec
rotary Of the board Of foreign missions,
announced here today. The figures were
contained in a report to the executive
committee of the board. showing the ex-
tent of the foreign mission activities of
the church.
In addition to the missionaries. here
are 4,430 native workers in TIE various
lands, including 11,559 ordained preach
ers. 6,199 unordained native preachers,
500 other male workers and 1869 native
female workers. More than 100000 church
members and probationers. a35,55S0 OF
which are in full membership, made up
of various peoples of the earth, repre-
sent the result of the Methodist activi-
ties.
The Methodists support II universities
and colleges in foreign fields. 65 theo-
logical seminares and Bible schools. w
high schools with 1,1o2 teachers and 49,
100 students. Elementary schools num-.
bering 2,726 hold over 100000 children, and
9.eoO Sunday schools have an attendance
Of 100000. There are 2.750 churches ana
chapels, estimated in value at $9,OO0,0UD.
and 1864 parsonages and homes valued
at $2,724,S9S.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
DINNERS ARE MUST
Admission Police Chief Warns Auto
Owners

Admission, February N.-(Special. )-Au-
tpmobile drivers who do not equip their
cars with modern DINNERS or paint the
upper part of their reflectors as provided
by the city traffic laws will shortly find
themselves In trouble with the traffic Of :.
ficers, according to a statement issued
by Chief of Police George w. Rutledge
The chief has issued orders to all of his
men to enforce rigidly that part of the
city regulations concerning the dimming
OF lights, and arrests will be made ac-
cording to these instructions.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
Blood-Iron Phosphate
Makes You Stronger

Most weak. thin. nervous. rundown folks
owe their condition to weak nerves and =
lack of red blood cells. Blood-Iron Phos-
phate. by strengthening the -Aerves and in
creasing the red blood cells. helps to quick
ly overcome those throubles. such n thin
ness. anemia, neurasthenia. sleeplessness and
physical weakness due to or accompanied
by impoverished blood and weak nerves.
Blood-Iron Phosphate costs only $3.50 for
three weeks treatment and il 20 genuine
ly good that Eugene Jacobs Drug Store,
Jacks Drug Store. Gilehrist- Tarrant Drug
Co.. or any other druggist Of whom You
buy 1t. Il authorized TO refund the full price
to you if you are Dissatisfied. Better get
TODAY
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
TOURISTS MOVE NORTH
Florida's Spring Exodus Goes
Through Huntsville

Huntsville. February 27.-(Special) y
The movement of auto tourists back
north from the Florida resorts and other
wintering places on the gulf coast is
just beginning, and it is expected that
several cars will come through this sec.
ton during the next month or two. The
road between New Hope and Gunters-
vile is impossible and until it is in first
class condition, barge line will be oper-
ated between Guntersville and Hobbs Is.
land At present facilities are provided
for handling about 80 cars a day.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28

.sssemer, February A-(special.) -Re-
posing in a casket draped in the Amer
lean flag and covered with floral offer
mss and wreaths, the body of Andrew
j. Bailey, a soldier who died in France
after being wounded IN the battle of
Chateau Thierry. lay in state in the
court house in Bessemer for two hours
Sunday surrounded by a military guard.
The funeral servicesA followed at the
First Presbyterian church amidst all Of
the impressive solemnity attendant upon
a military funeral, and marked by every
tribute of respect that could be paid "a
soldier who gave his life for his country.
DR.. HELLER, who, with the assistance OF
the other ministers in the city officiated
in the services, paid a beautiful tribute
to the glorious nobility of the soldier
who sacrificed his life for others.
The pall-bearers and firing squad were
chosen from the men OF the Rainbow di.
vision with Capt. Lacey Edmundson in
charge. lnterment followed in Brighton
cemetery. Mr.. Bailey was the son OF
Mr.. and Mrs. John Bailey of Bessemer
and died in hospital in France after
being wounded on August 26 in the
battle of Chateau Thierry, 1918.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
Chapman MVAsE T. " E.
d erwe Ave-
Phone Ensiev AAA Nk%1AA II eys9s
eorrepondenee advertising and subscriptons

The launching of the City of Fairfield
from the Chckasaw shpbuilding yards
in Mobile next Saturday will be an event
in the life of the people of Fairfield as
delegation, constituting the executive
body and representatives from the citi-
zens of Fairfield, will go to ChiclSAsaw
and take part in the launching cere-
monies.
Mrs. Grosbeck Walsh, who has been
so closely identified with the educational
progress of the city, will be sponsor flor
the occasion and do the christening hon
ors. Mayor A. Clinton Decker, with his
official family, will also have a proml-
nent part in the ceremonies The coun-
cilmen are Sam c. King, J. w. Brown,
w. e. Lewis, Fred Sturgess and A. Z.
Hazen
The party will leave Friday afternoon
and return Sunday.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
FRENCH TO TRY REDS
Ten Communist Leaders Go to Trial
Today

Paris. February 27.-Ten communist
leaders. charged with plotting to over
throw the government. will go on trial
tomorrow before an extraordinary ses-
sion of the criminal court here. Eighty
witnesses have been summoned to tes-
tify, as the result of widespread in
vestigation which has been in progress
since May of last year. when the gov-
eminent called the railway men to the
colors to break the railway strike that
was quickly followed by an abortive
general strike.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
BIG CRIMINAL DOCKET
Nearly All Alleged Moonshiners--No
Murder Cases IN

Wedowee. February K-(Special) 1.-The
last week of the circuit court will be
held this week, beginning Monday morn
ing. The docket contains "a cases, % of
these cases are for distilling and eight
for violating the prohibition law The
sheriff captured all the distillers without
any assistance from the state law en-
forcement force or United States deputy
marshals. The grand jury has adjourned
after being in session five days. Forty
two true bills were returned There Is
not single murder case on the docket
and the grand jury failed to indict any
one for murder
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28

Tuscaloosa, February Especial al
the session of the Tennessee conference
Of the Methodist denomination, held at
Nashville, Tenn, October i. 1918, there
were reported six appointments, aggre-
eating membership of S57 which had
not hitherto existed, and which had been
formed in the territory of Alabama dur
ing the conference year just closing. one
of these six was the beginning of the
First Methodist church in Tuscaloosa.
For century then this church has
been a part of the religious life of the
city of Tuscaloosa. The first confer
ence held here was in the year 1924, just
five years after Alabama was admitted
to the Union.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
SERVICES OF FEDERAL
JUDGE AS ARBITRATOR
ARE NO LONGER NEEDED

Chicago. February 27.--Federal
Judge Samuel A. Alschuler today re-
ceived word from the packing indus
try that his services as arbitrator in
labor disputes no longer were needed.
The action of the packers ended the
wartime arbitration of wage. disputes
in the packing industry, which result
ed from an agreement made in 1917
The notice to Judge Aschuier was
contained in letter signed by Carl
Meyer and James conton, counsel for
the packers, who announced that here-
after wage disputes would be settled
under some new plan yet to be devised
They praised highly the work of
Judge Alsehuler as arbitrator.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
YOUTHFUL BRIDE FAlNTS
Boy Husband Arrested for Carrying
a Gun

Admission, February N.-(Special .)-Of-
ficers King Smith and Sam Nicely Sat-
urday night jailed a young white man.
Clyde Cash, under a charge Of carry
ing a concealed pistol. The arrest was
made on Fifteenth street. The bride of
two months of the defendant tainted
upon receipt Of the news that her hus-
band was under arrest
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
PERSONALS


Mrs. Robert Snapp has been i'll for
the past week at her nome on Nine
teenth avenue.
Mt. Hoitzclaw of Montgomery Is
visiting his brother, Mr.. Louis Holtz-
claw, on Avenue j.
Mrs. Philip Lewis is convalescing at
her home on Avenue | following an OPP
GRAFTON at the Ensley infirmary.
Mr.. and Mrs. Edward McElveny have
returned from their bridal tour spent
in New Orleans and other southern
points, and are at home with the
brides parents, Mr.. and Mrs. c. X.
Clayton. prior to making their future
home in Birmingham.
Miss Elaine Kennedy of Washington
is the guest of Miss Catherine Thomp-
son or Avenue ii.
Mrs. III. T, Stewart, who has been
seriously i'll at the Il. c. /. hospital,
is improved sufficiently to be removed
to her home at Shadysde.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
JUDGE BRANDON SPEAKER

Judge w. w. Brandon was the prin-
cipal speaker at the meeting for men
held Sunday afternoon at the Grand
theatre under the auspices of the Young
Mems Christian association. Judge Bran
don was introduced by j. T. McEniry
His address was on '"The Brotherhood
of Man." and was considered one of the
finest that has been given at these meet
ings. Judge Brandon, who is very
forceful speaker, made splendid inn
preston on the men assembled to hear
him.
A special feature of the meeting was
the numbers given by the Baptist quar-
tet, which were very much enjoyed by
the audience. It was announced that at
the next meeting, on Sunday afternoon.
DR. Simpson of Birmingham would be
the speaker. Interest continues to grow
in these Sunday afternoon meetings
which consume one hour from three to
o'clock,
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28

The building now being erected on the
site of the old church will be completed
within a few months and will then be
part of a property worth nearly $780,
600, one of the most attractive and COM
modious buildings for church purposes
in the state.
One hundred and fifty members have
been received into the church during the
passionate of DR.. James A. Duncan, who
is now entering upon the third year OF
work in this church. The present mem
bership is S3l, almost as many as in the
entire state when the church was found
ed. The Sunday school numbers 500, De-
sides officers and teachers, and is I'M
der the efficient superintendency OF
Judge w. w. Brandon.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
MRS. ELLEN WALSH

Mrs. Ellen Walsh, age 20, died late
Saturday night at the home of her dauSh-
ter, Mrs. Joe Steed, 1901 Avenue e, fol-
lowing an illness of several months.
Funeral services will be held this aft
ernoon at o'clock at the residence, the
Rev. David M. Gardner officiating. The
remains will be shipped Tuesday mora
ing to Admission for interment in The
family cemetery.
She is survived by her daughter, Mrs.
Steed, and a son, Fred Walsh OF Ems
ley; a sister, Mrs. Annie Collins, and
brother, Caleb Grove of Bessemer.
Mrs. Walsh had lived in Ensley FOR the
past six years and had endeared herself
to wide circle of friends and acquaint-
ances by her amiable disposition and
Christian character. She had been a
consistent member of the Baptist church
for over 30 years.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
Work Is Divided

Admission, February 27.-(Special) Mrs
M. 1. Payne will take charge of the cult
nary department Of the Business Wom-
ems club Of this city on Tuesday. and
Miss Margaret Brewer. who has had en-
tire charge Of the clubroom activities.
will continue in the capacity of hostess.
The changes become effective on
March !.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
UNI0NISTS WILL MEET
Anniston Locals Call Session for
- Tuesday Night

Admission, February N.-(Special. Wv
g. Birthright, organizer for the Journey
men BARRIERS union, will be one of ths
chief speakers at an open labor meeting
to be held at the Lyric theatre Tuesday
evening Ross Blackmon of this city, and
w. G. Irby of Jacksonville, also being
scheduled to deliver speeches The meet
ing to which the public is cordially in
vited, has been arranged by the officers
and members of the Central Labor I'M
ion, and an officer of that Organization
will probably preside.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28

The Francis L, Willard Memorial So.
ices which were held this afternoon AZ
the First Christian church were attended
by large crowd. The programme was
one of unusual interest. the principal
3 Hill, Mrs. r. L. Huey and Rev. e. II.
Hutchinson. The services were held un-
der the auspices Of the local Woman
Christian Temperance union.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
Needing Announced

Admission, February N.-(Special) 1.-The
marriage of Raymond Blackston and
Miss Beatrice Coyle. performed Sunday
by Rev. S. E. Hodges at the home OF
Mr.. and Mrs. >W.>J Pierce, was one OF
the interesting social events in the city.
The newly married pair left immediately
for Atlanta where they will make their
home,
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
Commissary Created

Huntsville. February N.-(Special.) 1.-The
Lincoln cotton mill has established a
commissary where commodities of all
kinds will be sold the employees of the
mill at prices lower than can compete
with any of the bushes houses in
Huntsville
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28

by ABBOC18tc0 FT6B8
Dublin. February a7s--The death OF
Sir Charles Alexander Cameron. sur
day. He was in his ninety first year.
Sir Charles was former president and
professor OF hygiene and chemistry of
the Royal College Of Surgeons In Ire
land.
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no Atlantic Cifx

Admission. February 2.-(Special. ED
ward F. Billie, local architect. has gone
to Atlantic City with Prof. d. r. MUIR
phey, superintendent OF the city schools.
to attend the convention Of the depart
ment of superintendence OF the National
Educational association. and viii accom-
pany the local educator on trip of in
spection after the convention.
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
Ford Is Stolen

Admission, February N.-tSpeciaL) -Ben
Owens, a young man from Alexandra,
drove Ford runabout to Admission Sat
urday night. parked his car at the cor
ner of Eleventh and Noble streets, ana
when he returned later for his vehicle
it was gone. The theft of the. car was
reported to police officers and an i'm
mediate search was instituted
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
Mothers Funeral

Admission, February G-(Specal.) Earl
Parkhurst has returned to his home III
Admission after attending the funeral OF
his mother, Mrs. Hattie Parkhurst, which
occurred last Saturday at Tulsa, Okla
The burial was held at Eufaula in the
same state
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
Deputy Resigns

Huntsville, February N-(SpeciaI.)-
Deputy United States Marshal John A.
Hackworth has rendered to Marshal
Henry A. Skeegs his resignation, effec-
tive March Is. Mr.. Hackworth will be-
come special agent for the Yazoo ana
Mississippi Valley railroad, headquarters
in Greenwood, Miss
The Birmingham age-herald. [volume] (Birmingham, Ala.) 1902-1950, 1921-02-28
Student Returns

Admission. February Especial Wv
G. McRae. who is attending Mercer COL
lege at Macon, Ga. has returned to his
duties there after a short visit to his
sister, Mrs. Sam Leyden on the Alexan-
dria pike.
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Drive Is Succes

Admission. February 27-(Special) -Tae
day activities of large committee Of
womeh and girls directed Saturday by
Mrs. O. H, Parker netted total OF
$262.5O for the European relief council
drive in Admission. the campaign having
been featured by day Of hard work by
the women.
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To Solicit IlodRes

Admission, February Especial 1.-The
Associated charities campaign for funds
will be carried before the fraternal or
ganiEations OF the city during the pres-
emit week. Each lodge will he requested
to make contribution.
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LUNCHEON GIVEN

Mrs. G. p. Goodwin recently enter
tanned luncheon party at her home
on Avenue G. The table was tasteful
ly arranged around a centerpiece Of
ferns. The guests included Mesdames
Underwood, Jack Jones, G. G. Beck