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The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
BIRMINGHAM WELCOMES PRESIDENT HARDING

BIRMINGHAM WELCOMES :
 PRESIDENT HARDING
 Today President Warren c. Harding will be the distinguished guest of Bir- mingham. It is both an honor and a pleasure to entertain this noted visitor, whose presence here will be the most popular feature of the semi-centennial celebration. People from all parts of Alabama and the south will extend a greeting to man who, in the compara- lively short time he has occupied the White House, has won the esteem and affection of the whole nation.
 Although republican President, MT. Harding will find himself among friends and warm admirers in the dem- ocratic south. Political partisanship will not be permitted to clash with southern hospitality. By his spirit of fairness, his tact and urbanity Mir. Harding has proved himself the Presi- dent of all the people. This is desire he has often expressed and one he is living up to with the highest ideals of statesmanship and patriotism.
 Birmingham and the south are eager to do honor to . President who is a typical American, a man whose career began in country newspaper office and has carried him to the White House. As someone has well said, the success of the Marion Star, MT. Hard ing's paper, and the influence 1t wields in it's community, is an index of his character. His homo town believed in him long before he became nationally prominent, and now the nation shares in that confidence.
 Birmingham is sensible of the fact that MT. Harding has paid this city great compliment in coming direct from Washington to attend is semi-cenennial celebration, and hastens to assure him of its appreciation. We will esteem 1t . privilege to make his brief stay as' pleasant as possible, and trust that the warmth of his reception and the evil dences he will see on every side of Bir- mingham's remarkable growth will make his visit enjoyable and informing.
 MASONIC TEMPLE PERMIT
 A SEMI-CENTENNIAL FEATURE
 Issuing . permit for the Masonic temple on the first day of BirninshansS semi centennial celebration wss an appropriate feature of the week. Nothing k more typical of the remark able growth of this city and its importance te Alabama, than tho erection of this handsonde structure.
 The Masons of Birmingham arc among its leading eitisens In every civic movement they are as work. They occupy places Of trust in public life and they are at the head of com msreial, financial and industrial enterprises.
 Our church, fraternal and seeisl activities raise the standard of human thought and morals. So, when . church spire arises, when ever the corner stone of school OF college is laid and whenever g fraternal organization marching on to higher destiny.
 Birmingham is proud of everything which adorns her life apart from business Tho Masonie temple is . mark of ethical proSrss in keeping with that of industry and commerce and Birmingham, in celebrating her semi-csn- tsnnial, ia as much sratified over tAe former as tks latter.
 NATION NOT INCLINED
 TO MAKE EXCEPTIONS
 The principal reason why the natisn has fAiled to become alarmed over the throat of . Rail1ead worksn now as compared with 1916,
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
: GONE TO HIS REWARD

"You don't write vtuperative editorials Mo- said the editor of the Chggersville Clarion. q don't take the hides off people around here, they are too sensitive. My prede- cessor specialized in that sort of thing" And what became of him?"
 "He discovered when it was too late that the pen isn't snightier than the shotgun.
 PAUL COOK.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
GOING TO THE DOGS

Since your boy got job in the city do you hear good reports of him?"
 'No" said MT. Cobbes. q understand he's patronzin' manicure parlor and has bought a sport car on tn instalment plan. I wrote him by tn last mail that if he brings chorus girl wife home to me an mother we'll disown him.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
THE POWER OF FEAR


 'fThe Pecktons had burglar scare in their house last night?"
 'I noticed Peckton walking about town with his chest stuck out. Did he catch the burgar?" 'No, but for the first time in 20 years he got-a chance to issue some sharp commands to Mrs. Peckton that were meekly obeyed"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
CHARLIE LEARNS DISCRETION

From the San Francisco Chronicle.
 Charlie Chaplin's recent trip to Europe nas made him something of diplomat. Upon his return to this country he declined to compare the charms of American girls with the bean ties he saw abroad.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
NATION NOT INCLINED TO MAKE EXCEPTIONS

The principal reason why the nation has failed to become alarmed over the threat of . 1afroAd strike is the knowlsdgs of wassa paid rsilsead worksss now as compared with l018, bsfess tks AAamson law was passed Taken in
 connection with tAs reduced cost sf living and thp wa1s reductions tAat other clssses cf work
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
eAp.1ElaMlAauselH
THE YELLOW QUARREL

From Life.
 The, rival factions in China have refused to go into conference with each other.
 Evidently they are not on Peking terms.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
THE NEW SONG

THE NEW SONG When all the world is young, lad, And all the trees are green,n Be sure to take your time. lad. In picking out queen. The flapper's up-to-date, lad, And frolicsome and gay, But you'll need a steady mate, lad, When you are old and gray.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
INITIATES

INITIATES Are Jagsby and Bibbles close friends?" q should say sow, ''Yes?" "why, they even use the same bottle-capping machine"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
PRACTICAL PoESY

Let poets grow rhapsodical, hope I'm more methodcal
 In dropping now and then into bit of
 verse; While other sing the red and gold The pageant of the hills unfold
 wonder if the'fuel situations getting worse.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
AN ACHING VOID
From Life.

From Life.
 Lloyd Georges bad tooth, which causer so much trouble, was probably ulsterated
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
THEY SIMPLY DON'T sAY Ir

There isn't much sportsmanship in politics. 'No?"
 ''You never hear defeated candidates say the best man won"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-26
OUT AT HOME
From Life.

From Life.
 Many homeless rentpayer is doing ss well as could be elected
The Washington herald., 1921-08-28
The Russian Migrations.

Press dispatches describing conditions in Russia
have said great deal about the hordes OF half
starved people who are fleeing from their homes in
the hope of finding more fortunate localities where
they may secure food. What actually takes place In
such circumstances is vividly described by Madame
Cork in an interviw published by the Beyiinsr
TdgeblaH:
"When it is realized that the harvest is abso-
lutte failure the village breaks up. Two or three of
the villagers who have travelled about than the
others or have reputation for wisdom sent
ahead as 'way-fnders to search out new country or
new means of life Some distance behind them the
whole village follows. The procession, which has
only been able to take provisions for very short
time, soon finds itself in great want. All the animals
taken with them are killed for food and then, when
that is done, there begins the gradual dying and
dropping out of individuals by Often these
hungerprocessons thousands of versts and the
two or three thousand people who set out to seek
new and fruitful country dwinde down to twenty or
thirty before they their destination. These
village professions used to mostly towards the
east, towards Siberia But strong tendency to the
south is noticeable"
The Washington herald., 1921-08-28
British Naval Controversy

THE naval program of the British government
i which was accepted by the house of commons
few weeks ago has been the cause of caustc COM
ment in number of British papers which oppose
the government. The point which is emphasized by
many of these papers is that the announcement of
decision to build more capital ships is not con
vincing preliminary to a conference disarmament
for which the government has given its heartiest
approval. The radical London Daily Herald is very
bitter this sbject
Quite calmly" says this paper, "the government
proposes to build yet capital ships, involving
an expenditure within the next few years of scores
Of millions Of pounds. It's four ships this year, four
the next, and so on, before the war. And on the
governments own showing the ships will be obsolete
nearly they are built. The whole thing is
a tragic scandal
"The much-boomed, Washington conference
disarmament has inevitably been reduced in advance
to a pitiable farce by the admissions of Mr.. Lloyd
George and by his refusal to stay his hand at least
for a while. Britain is going on with its program
anyway America is going with its program any
way If the conference is to be held these terms,
the sancst economy for the British people is to refuse
to pay the fares to Washington of the panjandrums
who going to palaver.
Building against whom? Our late enemies?
They have no fleets Our late allies? No one is
honest enough to say Yes No could honestly
say Mo-"
The Paris Mdiin. which is friendly to Mr..
Lloyd George, reports the debate, in Parliament
conference" II quotes with evident relish remark
The Washington herald., 1921-08-28
Lord Byng and His Titles.

The Toronto Daily Star evidently regards the
ceremonial flourishes which accompany the inaugu-
ration of the governor-general of Canada very
lightly. In spite of Lord Ryng's formidable list of
titles and the high-sounding procamations which he
is required to make, the governor-general is believed
by this paper to be democrat at heart 1t is not
expected that he will Flourish around any more
titles than he has to. He appears not to be built that
way. And the fewer he hourshes the better the
people will like him."
In the course of its remarks the cermonies
which Lord Byng is required to perform, the Star
says: He will of course, be requested to go through
all the mummery with which certain official acts
still encumbered. He has already proclaimed him
self the kings appointee in phraseology which
mands that all and singular His Majestys officers
continue in the execution of their several and
spective Offices places and employments. In other
words, ofcialdom is to hang to its job on the
pain of ncurrng viceregal displeasure Which cling
ing is exactly to officiadoms taste. Indeed If the
ministers of the Meighen government thought that
they could cling right through another election,
they would embrace Lord Byng on the spot, and go
back to their Offices places, and empoyments with
JOY. '-
"In connection with the Canadian politics. the
newcomer may have some delicate tasks in Canada.
Not the least will be his choice of the next premier
IL the new Parliament is broken up into number of
contending groups seems likely. But he can
take heart of grace from the fact that he will
equal the dilemma of the Earl of Selborne who was
high commissioner for South Africa while the act
of union being negotiated. Selborne had to de-
eide which of the wives of a defunct chief the
real royal wife, Even commander in the great
war might we'll quail before such task"
The Washington herald., 1921-08-28


separate treaty with Germany not as one
of the principal and associated powers but
quite independently, simply on the ground
OF her rights as of the chief victors in the war;
represents, the MGHehsr Guardian Weekly believes,
an important and interesting development in inter-
national affairs. he fact that the position OF America
is perfectly clear and that she Is to be repre-
sented hereafter the supreme council makes It
evident that American opinion must be reckoned with
on all decisions affecting the rcscttement OF Europe.
There certain implications which the CmGrdG"
thinks should be recognized: First, it is to be
noted that America does not take her place at the
council table the footing the other pow
ers. She takes her place apart from them and i'll
complete independence so far as any treaty oblga-
tions concerned. She asserts rights under the
treaty OF Versailles but she does assert Independent
rights co-equal with those of the sgnatories OF that
treaty. These will no doubt be expressed in her
treaty with Germany when it comes to be wFitten.
In the meantime il is her business to that they
are not diminished infringed by any arrangements
now. made. She will desire, doubt to act in COM
plete amity, and far as possible in accord with
her former allies but she will take her own course;
she may even at particular point Ind herself in
opposition to any all of them.' 3
Although at time this might have brought
about risky situation, under the present crcurn-
stances the influence of America he greatest pacific
power in the world" is likely to be applied through
her relations with Germany is thus set forth by the
GndrdiaH: The peace which America VIII make Win
Germany, when she does make it, will be real peace.
1t will be imposed; it will be negotiated. There
will be no question of 'reparaton' for America
claims none beyond such imposed as>the
immediate result of the war. 1t will be largely eco
nomic And Americas interest in Germany is likely
to remain not SO much political as economic Her
citizens have already large stake in German in
dustria undertakings and shipping. They, no doubt,
look forward to extending it. All Americas interests
point to the maintenance of European peace and
stability. She will be opposed to everything which
may make for the continuance of war or for future
war. 1t is easy to see how. such policy would
work out in relation to almost any of the immediate
problems with which the great powers at present
concerned-n relation to Siesia to the continued
cupation of the German towns which were seized
only means of pressure whose purpose has been
long since served to any exclusive trade agreements,
to the urgent question of the relief of the Russian
famine In each and all of these the economic in
is also the and salutary interest, making
for peace. President Harding proclams himself the
apostle of peace He will not sign the covenant of the
league of nations but he will work perhaps not less
effectively for the ends. He is potent ally
and his aid is welcome"
The Washington herald., 1921-08-28

n described IN the London Times account OF
the horse show held recently in Dublin. In spite Of
the fighting, which naturally is played up in the head
lines in American papers. there still seems to be
merry note left to be struck in the Emerald Isle.
"The of the Dublin show is assured"
states the Times "In spite of the uncertain weather
the jumping ncosure contained larger and hap
pier crowd of Irishmen and Irishwomen than had
been seen in this island during the last years.
"The Racing Society's venture this year was
something of gamble 1t staked its money and its
labor on the of the British government and the
Irish people, and it has won. 1t is a tonic for
strained nerves-and most peoples have been
strained in regent months-to wander into the show
grounds and galleries at Balls Bridge. They furnish
proof that Irish industry is resunng its normal life
and that heavy weight has been lifted from the
hearts Of the Irish people, and that new chapter ID
sthe countrys social and political affairs is about ia
open. -.
To-day twas the first of the two fashion days al
the show. Tomorrow fne will probably excel in
splendor, for the weather so much broken that
the note in wonlen's dress comparatively
tous and quiet. The mostly in tweedi
and. in striking contrast the old days. the number
of tall hats in the nclosure might have been counted
the fingers of two hands. The visitors included
many from across the channel and many Americans
ut was vesy interesting to watch the faces and
bearing of the crowds for signs of such changes
the great events of the last few years have made in
the social life of Ireland. The change was smaller
than might have been expected. It marked lesi
by the disappearance OF the old types than BY tho
arrival of the country gentleman. The class that
made magnificent contribution to the and
maintained the best traditions of sporting life in
Ireland has not received much encouragement to
persist during recent years. but Is well to the fore
during the present week in Dublin. Its sons and
daughters, handsome and athletic as of yore, were
present in large numbers. 1t was pleasant to think
that if all goes well, the country will offer them
and larger fields for service in the coming years.
"The farmers were represented also and there
noticeable contingent of comfortable people
from the towns and villages of the south and west.
1t was quite evident that after all her recent suffer-
ngs and losses ireland still remains from material
point of view, of the most prosperous countries
in Europe today. Wherever went at Balls
Bridge. immense potentialities for progress
under the regime which seems to be at the door,.
The Washington herald., 1921-08-28

evacuated and its occupation by Costa Rca will not be
opposed After having tried in every way possible to
have the Loubet and White awards set aside, at
least reviewed. the Panama, government has become
convinced from the of Secretary Hughes latest
communication that the United States considers these
awards just and that it will not permit any attempt
the part of Panama to prevent by force the occupa-
ton by Costa Rca Of the territory in question. The
Panama government is still protesting but is not in-
clined to oppose the carrying out Of the White de-
cision by other than diplomatic representations
The Washington herald., 1921-08-28

made by Mr.. George Lambert. an independent men,
Der of Parliament, who asked in the course of the
debate. "Will Mr.. Lloyd George go to the disarma-
ment conference at Washington like dove bearing
the olive branch of peace but dove conveyed by
four enormous superdreadnoughts constructed after
the war?" B.. o.
The Washington herald., 1921-08-28
Notes on Foreign Affairs.

During the past week serious labor troubles have
been developing in Saxony which bear unpleasant
resemblance the disturbances last spring which cul
minated in short but costly Communist uprising
Demands for increase in pay and disputes over srbi-
traton have caused the present strike among the metal
workers Of this region. 1t is reported that municipal
employees have also stopped work and workmen 10
other industries considering following their
pie The city Of Halle is the scene of the greatest
unrest, although the situation in Leipzig is far from
satisfactory.
10 4.ra. ,t-k ., - --7-Ti' NL.F "a q t.s, So
In spite Of reports Of beuigerept attitude on the
part Of the Panama government the has
been made that the disputed Coto territory will be
The Washington herald., 1921-08-28

ACCORDING to official stafe,yents at Mddrid Cas-
n titan troops haze been heartily engaged acih Moor
Sh Sibesmcn south of MehHa. Morocco m. Pro-
ssions aud reinforeements hare been the Spanish
forces at this place and at Tssd The Moors haze attacked
Positions at Cobo de Agna t the frontier of French
algeria e., - '...-. rs......,. t.. ..
The Washington herald., 1921-08-28

american Peace of Deep Interest to Europe

THE decision of the United States to negotiate
a separate treaty with Germany not as one
of the principal and associated powers but
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1921-03-18
Two Americans Are Wounded
and Mexicans Are Believed
to Have Suffered Loss
IMMIGRATION GUARDS
SURROUND :sMEXIcANS
Soldiers Keep Up Fire Until
:. Nearly Dawn and Mexieans
Return Shots
(By United Press)

Ell Paso, Tex, March 18.-The bat
tie between Mexican smugglers and
United States soldiers and immigra-
ton authorities across the Rio
Grande was quieted down early today
after night Of fighting. Two Amer
leans We're seriously wounded. The
Mexicans are believed to have suf-
fered some casualties.
The battle in which scores Of shots
were exchanged started shortly be-
fore midnight, when American i'm
migration guards surrounded a group
of Mexicans wading the river. They
were believed to be smugglers of
liquor or drugs. The Mexicans also
fired and returned to the Mexican
side. Rifle fire was started immedi-
ately from the Mexican side by aides
Of the smugglers along the river.
A company of soldiers from the
Fourth infantry was rushed to the
scene from Ell Paso, when the Ameri-
can immigration guards appealed for
assistance. The soldiers l,ept up a
fire until nearly dawn when OCCASION
al shots were fred from the opposite
side. #ag' Ejs%t, %aE II
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1921-03-18
LOCAL LEGION HOLDS
INTERESTING MEETING
Post May Sponsor Wrestling
Match to Be Staged By .
Curtis and Parcaut

A most interesting meeting was
held by the Ralph Oracle post of the
american Legion last evening at the
Civic and Commerce association
rooms and several matters of import
ance to the post were taken up.
/. A report was made by the chair
man Of the boxing committee and the
results of the show are very crafty
ing to the local post. A special COM
mittee was appointed to consider hay
ing charge of the wrestling match
between L. G. Curtis of Bemidji and
Ralph Parcaut, of Royal, Iowa, who
are to meet here April 8. Whether
the post will have charge Of this
match will be determined shortly.
+" Plans for the membership drive
will be completed for the next meet
ing and every member will be given
a part to do in putting the plans over.
In view of the number of entertain
ments the Legion is now staging, the
dramatic work, which was planned
some time ago, will be postponed un-
til early fall, when the post will
stage number of plays.
Support of the Boy Scout move
ment in Bemidji was pledged and the
post is to purchase flag for each
local troop, as an incentive for the
boys to do their best in the Scout
work.
The attendance price was drawn
by Herbert Warfield, but, since he
was not present, the prize was not
awarded. For the meeting next
Thursday evening, the attendance
prize has been set at 81.
The Bemidji daily pioneer. [volume] (Bemidji, Minn.) 1904-1971, 1921-03-18
INDEPENDENTS MOBILIZE ::
FOR PRECINCT CAUCUSES
Delegates Are Being Chosen to
Attend District Convention
to Be Held March %
(By United Press


Bismarck, N. D., March 18.-Inde-
pendents of North Dakota were mob
ilizing today for another big politi-
cal battle.
Precinct caucuses were under way
at which delegates are being chosen
to attend district conventions March
%. District conventions will name
delegates to state convention to be
held in Devils Lake March 80 and 81.
The state convention is expected to
nominate candidates for state offices
affected by the proposed recall refer
endum. Practically all Nonpartisan
league office holders at Bismarck are
made subject to redall in petitions
now being circulated. If the petit
TONERS secure enough signatures an
election must be called, and it is
proposed that the election shall be
June Is.
Nonpartisan league members are
expected to hold a state convention
within short time to determine on
methods of defense. They have
threatened to initiate a recall of all
Independent office holders at Bis
marck. :
Independents at their state con-
vention are expected to adopt plat
form and campaign program. They
are already circulating petitions for
a vote on some initiated laws.
Nonpartisans are expected to re-
taliate with initiation Of laws which
will strengthen their industrial pro-
gram and further their control of
state institutions, if passed.
r.. The fight will be one of the most
bitter in the history Of North Dakota
politics, in the belief of seasoned pol
iticians here. @''f