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The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10
RENT, FUEL AND LIGHT TREND|NG
 ID HIGHER LEVEL
Food and Various Other Items, Federal Inquiry in Eight Cities Shows, Are Steadily
 Moving Downward
By Associated Press

Washington, January 9.-Expendi- lures of the average American family for rent, fuel and light not only re- sisted, but ran counter during the last six months of 1920 to the general ten dency toward lower level in prices it was shown today in figures com piled by the department of labor's bu reau of labor statistics.
 The figures published cover expendi- lures by average families in only eight cities-Baltimore, Cleveland, Chicago. Detroit, New York, Philadelphia. San Francisco and Oakland and Seattle, but the wide range was accepted as giving the figures more than local sig nificance. The average cost of living in the eight cities at the beginning of the new year was 99,2 per cent over the average cost in 1914, while at the end of last June it was 1t5.1 per cent. Using the 1914 costs as a base. the percentage increased cost of the vari- ous items making up the average family budget in the eight cities in June and December
 Food: June, 110.2; December, 25.6. Clothing: June, 1913; December 1895. Housing: June, 41.6; December, 49.5. Fuel and light: June, 57.6; December. i9. Furniture and furnishingss June, 1918; December, 1S1.9.
 The percentage increase in the cost Of living in the eight cities over the 1914 cost were given as follows for June and December, respectively:
 Baltimore, HAS and 96.S; Cleveland l16.S and 104; Chicago, 1146 and 93.3 Detroit, 136 and 11S.6 New York, 11s2 and 1O1.4; Philadelphia. 113.5 and 10o.7. San Francisco and Oakland, 96 and S5.1, and Seattle, 110.5 and 941.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10
MODERN BREW TOTES WALLOP THAT SENDS
 FEM TO CRAZY HOUSE
By Associated Press

Chicago. January 9.--Cases of in sanity from alcoholism have increased in the Cook county psychopathic hos pital since prohibition went into ef- feet, according to the quarterly report of pr. James Whitney Hall. chairman of the insanity commission for the county.
 Dr. Hall reported an increase of 33 per cent in alcoholic cases in Decem- Der, 1920, over the last officially wet" December, and of 1e per cent in No vember. A slight increase was noted in October over previous Octobers, while in September the increase was 30 per cent, according to the report Dr. I4ali attributed the increase either to the fact that prohibition does not prohibit, or else there is more kick in the modern drinks than in the days when liquor selling was legal.
 Eventually. however, the report said insanity will be greatly decreased by prohibition, for future generations win not know the taste of whisky"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10

Bessemer, January -(Special.)- Nathan E. Gilliland of Gil McAlory avenue, Bessemer, committed suicide Sunday afternoon at 1:30 at his home by shooting himself through the chest.
 III health Is given as the cause of the deed. The young man, who was IS years of age, was discharged from tie army on account of physical unfitness. and recently had been employed by contracting firm in the city. He is survived by his wife and his father, J. w. Gilliland, The funeral will be held Monday afternoon from the residence at 1:30 o'clock, with Huey and McCon- nell in charge, interment following at Cedar Hill cemetery.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10

Durette Aired. Van S. No.en. Lester Armstrong, Eric Brock.
 The young hostesses were assisted in entertaining their guests by Mrs Vii liam Smith and Mrs. John Johnson
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10

H. B. Walker, Realty Building, Bessener. Manager of cireula- tion-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10

Mrs. w E. Turnipseed, as first an- nounced.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10

IS put to them and given the air of a bungalow. Paint is being used lavishIy and with the coming of spring the ex- terlors of the cottages will vie in color With the grass and flowers being set about them. New streets are being cut Tn places formerly almost inaccessible. anu have made decided improvement in the quarters
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10

 Armstrong, Eric Brock
 The young hostesses were assisted in entertaining their guests by Mrs. Vii liam Smith and Mrs. John Johnson.
 WILL SERVE SUPPER
 Plans have been completed for the suppers which will be given each we ming in the basement of the Methodist church during the Young Mems ch.'is- tian association drive.
 On Tuesday evening. the Episcopal and Jewish ladies, with Mrs. w. l.. Rush, Mrs. Ben G. Perry and Mrs. l,r> lick in charge, will arrange and serve the supper for the workers in the drive; on Wednesday evening, the Presbyterian and Baptist ladies, with Mrs. George Waller and Mrs. George Stevenson and Mrs. John Neal as chairman, will have charge, and on Thursday evening, the Methodist and the Christian churches, with Mrs B. c. Jones, Mrs. Cecil Cowan and Mrs Gardner F. Goodwin in charge, win prepare the supper.
 At these banquets each evening re- ports will be made of collections ana of the days work
 The Wednesday Music club will meet
 
 Mrs. Macon Williams. at o'clock Dr. W. D. Taylor left Sunday for Miami Fla, where he will spend the winter.
 Miss Minnie Stevens of Attalla. who has been visiting her sister, Mrs. W. A Cochran, returned to her home Friday.
 MUSIC CLUB
 The Wednesday Music club will mee. Wednesday, afternoon at 3 o'clock with Mrs, Macon Williams at her home on Clarendon avenue. The subject for study is Alabama music. and the programme includes the following: Talk, Alabama Musician Mrs. H. H. Pendleton Piano solo (to be selected), Mrs. L. L. vann Vocal solo, Dreams Mrs. Julian Err lick. Piano solo (to be selected). Mrs. w. k. McWilliams. Piano solo (to be selected), Mrs. Joe Little. Piano solo, "Serenade' (Mr.. GussenD. Miss Nellie Adams Piano solo. "Scherzo" (Edna G. Gussen) Miss Lillian White. Talk. Progress of Music in Ala abama," Mrs B. E. Ingram. Piano solo. Nipples of the Alabama GIT. H. Andrews) Miss Lady Portis. Song, Alabama" club.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10
E ;:::: i 5: ENSLEY 5; ::: il Ensly f handine
 

The marriage of Miss Marjorie Bur gess of Springfield. Mass, and MT. Ar thur P. Taylor, was a quiet affair of Saturday, taking place at o'clock ut the home of MT. and Mrs. G. J. Bryant at Central park. Rev, MT. Stevenson of Birmingham performed the ceremony which was witnessed by few friends and. relatives.
 The bride wore a tailored suit of blue and wore a corsage of roses. MT. and Mrs. Taylor will make their home at 3305 Holly street.
 The Pratt City Music Study club will meet this evening with Mrs. c. k. Smith.
 BEAUTIFY QUARTERS
 Much thought is being given to the beautifying of the steel plant quarters. which are located north of the plant and on the outskirts of Ensley.
 Seventy-five modern bungalows are under construction and are adapted after the style of those built at West field. Old cottages are being repaired. and wherever possible an artistic touch
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10
REVIVAL SERVICES

Congregation which filled the First Presbyterian church to it's ca pacity greeted pr. Torrey at his mi tial appearance in Bessemer Sunday notwithstanding the rain which tasted throughout the day, the evangelist preached to three large audiences, one at II in the morning and at in the afternoon, and again in the evening
 During the revival, there will be three services day, according to pres. ent plans. and from the enthus asm and interest manifested today. there will be large attendance at each service.
 Misses Lillian Smith and Vivian craw- ford were joint hostesses on Friday eye ming, entertaining a large mum Der Of the school set at a dance at the home of Miss Smith on Arlington avenue Ferns and flowers and potted plants in bloom were used in the decoration of the home Beautiful music was a de- lightful feature of the affair and fur hished inspiration for the dancers. The hostesses served a delicious salad course with cake and chocolate to the guests. who included Misses Francis Ora awford. Bernice Hagler, Helen Smith, Louise Cunntngham- Katherine Baty Annie Ansley. Mary Nell Williams. Estelle Euhank, Willie Mae Crawford, Mary stuart, Madred Fowler, Gladys Cav Ethel Williamson, Ruth Edwards, Helen Scott, Lillian Crawford Elaine Hood and Eileen Smith and Messrs Tom Smith Herman Salters, Otis Coston, Howard Bailey, Meredith Waller Donald John son, Bill Thomas, Herman Bains Clyde Smith, Max Faulkner, Wilbert Golson.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10
ANNOUNCEMENTS

The monthly meeting of the Fairview School improvement association will be heid ct the school Tuesday afternoon at o'clock, at which time Dr. C. B. Glenn. assistant superintendent of education will speak. A good attendance of the mothers of the school is urged
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10

Mrs. T. J. Warren, 1917 Ensley ave- nue, will be hostess to the meeting of the Womans auxiliary of Plunkett Memorial church this afternoon at 8 o'clock Rev. J. A. Logeman will con duct the devotional and Mrs. William McKail the study, which will be on China"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10

The meeting of Stonewall chapter, United Daughters of the Confederacy. will be Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock. with Mrs. c. W. Hair, Avenue J. hostess.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10

Mrs. J. A. Dupuy will be hostess to ne meeting of the Thread of the Story Tub Wednesday afternoon. instead of
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-01-10
BESSEMER
r. January 9.-(special.) )-

AseHd
 correspondence advertising and subscriptions.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-05-03
TRADES COUNCIL
NANIE.SD|ELEGATESI ]
Will Form Corporation
To Hold Hotel
Property

At special meeting OF the
executive committee OF the Monon-
gahela Valley Trades and Labor
Assembly held last night COM
miteee was appointed to draw up
an application for a charter for a
building company toFhold the re-
Gently acquired building on Jack
son street. A number OF delegates
to attend the state convention OF
newest Virginia State ederation
OF Labor was also appointed.
The executive committee as COM
posed OF representatives Of the
various crafts making up the CEN
tral body.
On the charter committee the
following members we're appointed
to serve: Joe Diggs; Of the barbers'
union; Ivy Nichols and Alex ].
Boyd OF the mine workers.,
Lawrence Gather, Of the B. q o.
federated crafts ;and James R.
Phelps Of the carpenters.
The delegates selected to attend
eth state convention were "a. u.
Franklin and G. p. Hunter, to re
present the trades council. Other
deIegat tessto the convention will be
tcoasinued % pass fsarl
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-05-03
He'll. UP AUTOS
ON Hi.I.LLCREST
AT Least That Charge Is
Made Against Dunn
and Miller

All owners of automobiles who
have been held up by Simeon Dunn,
or anyone who has any knowledge
OF such holdups, are requested 10
come forward and tell Z all they
know. according to the proclama.
tion. issued by Mr.. Dunn this after.
noon as he was released on bail
from the city jail. Dunn and Ed
or Francis Miller, were arrested
last night at Hillcrest following
a number. OF complaints that two
men were holding up and black
mailing people driving automobiles,
and securing forfeits by represent.
ing themselves as officers. Pa:
itrolmen, Holt and Hawkins made
the arrest. 81. Z
Dunn was found wearing a badge
with Q star such as was affected
by the oldhme rural constable, but
said his companion had found It In
q garbage dump. lliSsiise
Dunn and Miller live on opposite
sides Of the Cleveland road leading
toward Barrahltyi1ie, and II all re:
ports Of their activities are true,
have been reaping a rich harvest
as gentlemen OF the road.
Dunn was released on bah this
afternoon, but his partner was held
"a default Of ban. whenIast seen
Dunn was trying TO procure the re,
lease Of Miller
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-05-03
GQAI.LQADINGIN
APRIL GAINS
over MARCH \. |.
Ran Just n Cars Stronger
on Monongah Division
b. & o. R. r.

Production on the Monongah dl.
vision, B. 6 o. R. r., in April netted
11,s7a cara Of coal and coke-S68,.
$50 tons Of coal and 100 cars Of
coke. The loading in April was
6,277 cars less than in january;
1882 cars less, than In February,
but II cars stronger than In March.
Last. months production was g..
9s3 cars less than 1t was in April,
1890, and 2;52s cars less than 1t was
in April, 1918, on the Monongah d.
vision. Actual coal production last
month fell on S.S06 cars compared
with April, 1890, and 2,56S cars
compared with April, 1913.
On the Monongahela railway in
West Virginia there were s,61s cars
of coal loaded, which was 1919 cars
short OF January; 5es shy Of Febru.
ary and 1,037 cars short Of March,
Continued on page nine)
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The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-05-03
BASS ARE PLENTY
IN THE ELK RIVER. ]
They Actually interfere
With FishermenW Who
Are After Suckers

The fishing In Elk river above
Charleston promises to be very
good this season. Some OF the
Waltons over there cannot wait un-
til June 1when bass may be caught
legally and have already been out
with good success, according to a
local fisherman who keeps posted
on conditions over that way.
At Otter, little village on the
Coal G Coke railroad, a certain
citizen of prominence, who for the
purpose Of this narration will be
called Bill, that not being his name,
was seen. carrying home fine
string OF bass. Squire ,Brannon's
attention was called to the misde.
meanor and he apprised Game War.
den Cunningham Of It with in.
structions to make an example OF
the offender. ~
Accordingly, the game warden
slipped along the bank Of Elk the
next morning and sure enough
there was Bill. Bill got a bite, had
an exciting five minutes and land:
ed Two pound bass which he
places on string with five other
beauties.
The game warden walked up and
said:
"Bill, 1t is my painful duty. to in.
form you that you are under arrest
Come along now to the Squire's.
I'll bring the bass as evidence"
Arrived at the Squire's office
Cunningham said:
We'll, Squire, got him with the
goods. Six bass on the string. Saw
him catch and string one
Have you anything to say, Bill?"
asked the Squire.
Sure. You can't fine me-"
why can't IT. demanded the
Squire. s
Because did not take them fish
from the water. was fishing for
suckers. Them bass got on the
hook so often L had TO string 'em
to keep 'em out of the way till I'got
my mess Of suckers. Then, OF
course. Iswas going to let 'em CO."
An oppressive silence sreigned In
the office for a brief time.S
case dismissed growled the
Squire. Game Warden, catching
fish out Of season means taking
away from the water. After this
BIZ sgrtnned. ~
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-05-03
legislature TO
ADJOURN TODAY.
Conference Report On the
Budget Bill Adopted
This Morning
.fBy Aasoelated Preall

CHARLESTON, May adoption
by both houses this morning OF the
conference report on the budget
bill left the way open for the adj
5ournment Of the special session OF
th Legislature called last Frillay
night, sometime this afternoon.
The two branches recessed until
this afternoon in order TO permit
iengrossmont2 and printing Of the
budget which carries appropriations
gaggregating 81, ,0o0, 900. &
Pending in the upper branch when
recess was taken Raa house bill
number 3 relating to the Inheritance
tax bill passed by the legislature
at the regular session. IS
The anti.primary bill has been
definitely shel7ed, leaders in both
houses asserted, following the ac-
ton Of the senate committee In
having It laid on the table yesterday
afternoon.
Those voting to table It were
Senators Harmer. Porter, Polling,
Stats and Hill. Voting against
the motion to table were Chairman
Stewart. Senator's White and Har-
man
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-05-03
Women l7llank lFaiir1,ont For
I. I. Putting OUer S65,OOO Drive

TN Of All women who arc interested IN e organization Of
= VIC. IN Eamont, the Council Of the Womans
Department Of the ~. M wishes publicly to express the
happiness and gratitude which all hearts because OF the
successful termination of the combined Y M.C.AY. VIC
"A. drive for $65Q00 ~
Happiness realization Of dream Of service for Fair
mont girls which have long cherished and gratitude to very
who have made the realization Of this dream possible
Gratitude to the band Of willing workas-men, women,
boys and te house house collecting
small sums, meeting sometimes with ebufs and unpleasant re-
eepdons, but mdmg their efforts which with such splendid
success. .s5e
Gratitude the Board Of Directors Of the Y M CA who
gave their support the campaign and eoni-
buted so largely to iii success
Gratitude to the splendid crowd Of business and professional
men who worked without ceasing until The campaign was senddy
over the op" We realize fully sacrifice it means for
with large business interests give practically their whole
time for week enterprise Of this kind and appreciation
most sincere 1t may be that somewhere the United States
there community of men as public spirited as are our Fair-
ment men, but very seriously doubt it and we speak with
absolute certainty that nowhere can they be surpassed
Gratitude most sincere and heartfelt for the phanthropic
spun. Faimont responded oe appeal for aid made
possible the securing Of he splendid sum Of money to Be used
for the boys and Famont In giving this generous amount
Famont has performed an act Of practical patriotism which was
not surpassed BY any Of her achievements during the war By
,alssu,Idpg The youth town, giving them greater oppor
y . Deeome strong patriotic men and women who will one
cay assist IN the making OF our laws and governing Of our land
amont has engaged IN patriotic service just as truly as when
she was sending supplies to protect her boys on the battle front
We hmkyou and pledge whatever tne energy and ability
we have and can give to making the a. which YOU
have gwen real home for all girls airtont whatever their
station in life real home the iendlea may come and
find eongenial friends which may come he discouraged sl
and find help and may come dc business
girl and lind eubrooms and friends with whom Sic may spend
social place to can 90 ourselves and nd n.yv
opportunities for service and friend. among those whom we
serve FRI %'S'f W
WoMAN,s. DEPARTMENT COUNCIL OF THE
YsMsC.A. ~ . =
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-05-03
Hughes Refuses
German Request

WASHINGTON Nay s-The Ger
man reparations counterproposais
are unacceptable as d basis for dis
cussion, Secretary Hughes informed
DR.. simons the German foreign min
lister, in a note last night.
The secretary at the same time
urged the German eoyernmnt to
make furteher proposais directly to
the allied governments! He also c1-
pressed again the earnest desire OF
the American government for a
prompt settlement Of rthis vital
question"
The text Of secretary Hughes
Communication, which WIS dispatch.
ed to the American high commits
sion In Berlin follows:
The government Of the United
States has received the memoran-
dunn left BY sDr. Stmons with the
Commissioner Of the United States
under date OF April IS. relating to
+reparations In reply this govern
mont states TINT 4 finds itself un-
able 20 reach Che conclusion that
the proposals aftSrd a basis for dis
cuBsion acceptable 70 the allied gov
.ernments, and that these proposals.
cannot be entertained. This govern
Ement therefore, again expressing ita
EARNEST desire for a prompt settle
.ment of this vital question. strongly
urges the German govemmnt al
once to mako directly to tha allied
governments clear. definite and ade-
quate proposals which would in 1li
respects meet It's inst obiigation."
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-05-03
Ansell Admits
Bergdoll Fooled Him
EBy Associated Pressl

WASHINGTON, May 3.-samuel
ANGEL, former judge advocate gem
eral Of the army, and counsel for
Grover Cleveland Bergdoll told the
house investigating committee to-
day that the story about Bergdoll
having buried gold in the noun.
tains OF West virginia Seemed
reasonable" and that he believed II.
The circumstances were tmpres.
siye he SAID, as they impressed Gen.
eral Harris when I laid tho facts
before him! The dscision TO ask
he War Department to release
Rrgdoii under guard % hunt for
the gold was reached. the Witness
said, al q ccnfeseAce here.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-05-03
Getting Ready For
Willard Interview

A portion Of the committee ap-
pointed by the various organizations
represented IN the Aonongaheia val
ley association to hold conference
with President willard Of til B. and
o., in regard to local freight rates
met in Clarksburg April 20 and
discussed plans for the conference
The matter will be further taken up
while some Of the members are at
tending the session Of the Public
Service G Commissioh 10 be held al
the Fairment Hotel on Thursday.
Mr.. willard has NOT yet named
the date for the Baltimore confer
ence. Those who win attend this
meeting include Glenn Roop. Fair
mont; G. 3. Sutherland; Morgautown
c. Wilson, Shinhstor; L. J. ASand-
ridge; Phflipp, W. A. Beavers. Graf
ton and J. T. ctutchfield. claAkn.
burg.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-05-03
ALLIES NOW TRYING TO Involve united STATES
IN THE STRUGGLE over PREPARATIONS PAYMENTS
washington To Be Sounded Out Regarding Possible
Naval Pressure Upon Northsea
Ports OF Germany
.(l9u The Associated I2ress)

-
LONDON, May 3The Allied Supreme Council today decided
take naval action against Germany without consulting the United
States.
This was agreed to after rather full discussion The council mem
bes with Admiral Beatty Of England and Of France
resardng plans for naval pressure on Germany.
-Four suggestions wee examined BY the council this noinns namely
Blockade of German po partial Blockade, Demonstration
blockade and seizure of the receipts German ports
present concerning naval until the Of the govern
learned and only additional eomaon the
that occupation Of the Rur carried should
to cause a surrender by Germany
The committee Of experts this mornings session reported on the
plan worked concerning the be Germany
for the payment Of rparaons and the council Will after
noon.
Occupation the Ruhr coal basin the event such acton should
become considered by the council military reseu-
tatye Of the allies The council then adjourned tbs afternoon
1t IS expected that the council will finish lis labOrs today
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-05-03
No CoIofed
Troops to be
UsedinRuhr
Moroccans Moved Yester.
day viii Be Sent Else
where, French Say
LRy Associated Pressl.

FRENCH MILITARY HEAD
QUARTERS, MAYENCE, May g.
Plans for the occupation of the Ruhr
valley elaborated by the French gen
eral staff provides for the exclu-
.slve use Of white troops was an.
nounced here today.
The two Moroccan units which
left here last night in the direction
of Deusseldort did not, proceed to
that city, It was stated, but will be
garrisoned elsewhere.
The West Virginian. [volume] (Fairmont, W. Va.) 1914-1974, 1921-05-03

IN shsease Of automobiles adver-
! sisins through its creative power
made possible the lower-pnced cars,
which never could have been made
in quantities without the original
stimulus Of national publicity. In
clothing itmade possible the produc-
ion ofaFeady-nade clothes, nation.
Eslly advertised, Of guaranteed quail
". Advertising a lowering in price
of some commodity quickly causes
competitor to lower their price. This
is a frequent occurrence in normal
tunes.
If ths grocer on the corner ad.
vertisss 4 sale on sugar at three
cents q pound less than his compel.
tors youlwould, undoubtedly, soon
see sgeneral reduction in the price
Of sugar throughout the neighbor.
hood And if the original grocer per.
sisted. the cut IN prices would be-
come fixed and would spread
thsopsout the city.