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The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-29
Adams Succeeds McWhorter

Montgomery, April 28.-(Special.}- }-Ben- ton l.. Adams of Eeflin will succeed M. F. McWhorter as sheriff of Cleburne county when McWhorter's resignation becomes effective May 1. He was ap- pointed by Governor Kilby today, Mo Whorter rendered his resignation to state constables when they went to Gle burne to make an investigation of com plaints against the enforcement of the nrolihition laws
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-29
NEGRO HOUSES BURNED

Four houses occupied by negroes near the corner of Seventh avenue and Mortimer street were destroyed by fire about 12:15 o'clock this morning and the roof and upper story were burned off of another before the flames were checked. The Graymont fire station caugl, the alarm. but on account of brisk winds the flames gained such headway that another wagon was dispatched from central station.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-29
Coolidge and Jusserand Speak

Plttsburg, AprlI 8.--Vice President Coolidge and Jules Jusserand the French ambassador to the United States, were the principal speakers today at the Foun- ders day exercises of Carnegie institutes. Secretary of the Treasury Mellon, Prince Lubomirski, Polish minister to the United States, his wife and Mime. Jus serand were among the guests.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-29
SUPREME COUNCIL WILL
 MAKE DECISION SATURDAY

London, April B.-All1ed diplomats are gathering in London for the full dress" meeting of the allied supreme council Saturday, at which will be decided what steps shall be taken for exacting the reparations from Germany. It was ex- pected. and even hoped, in some quarters that the German counter proposals for warded through Washington would make it unnecessary to bring further pressure to bear. The curt manner in which France and Belgium rejected them, how ever, and the decision of England, after certain points had been elucidated by the Berlin government by request, that in the words of Premier Lloyd George, they are thoroughly unsatisfactory, make it certain that the French pre- posals for occupation of the Ruhr will be the one subject of discussion by the supreme council unless, of course. Ger many in the meantime sends something more closely approxsmating the Paris terms,
 The possibility of the United States be- ing represented in the conference is eX- citing much interest in diplomatic cir cles here, for it is believed that would have a greater influence in bringing Germany to terms than any other move Failing such participation, however, the fact that President Harding did not for ward the German proposals to the allies with the suggestion that they might bs the basis of discussion is considered 9 strong card in the hands of those who favor immediate enforcement of the Paris suggestions.
 EXPERTS TO REPORT
 The suggestions have been the sub ject of consideration since the meeting at Hythe of the British, French and Belgian experts, who will make the re- port of their governments on the con- clusions reached at Saturdays meeting. M Jasper the Belgian foreign minister. and M. Theunys, Belgian minister of financce, already are here, and M. Bri- and. the French premier, is expected at noon Friday. They will have prelimi- nary talks with MT. Lloyd George be- fore the opening of the supreme coun- ciI meeting Saturday, at which Italy will be represented by It's foreign min ister. Count Sforza. and Japan by Bar on Hayashi, ambassador to Great Brit ain
 The chiefs of the various missions will have the assistance of their for eign minister or representatives of the foreign offices and of military and f. nancial experts, for, besides the a1- vance of troops and a possible naval demonstration at Hamburg, economic and financial aspects v. the French proposals must be decided upon.
 MT. Lloyd George while he would not commit himself definitely to the details of the French plans, is known to favor them in principle should Germany fail to satisfy the allied demand, NJ. Jas per is of like mind while Japan doubt less will follow the example of Eng land. Count Sforza however, who has not had the same opportunity to exam inc them, may desire further elucida- tion. and, therefore, me conference probably will be extended over several days. It will take at 'east week to make the first move after the supreme council comes to a decis.on.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-29
THE WEATHER

Washington, April 8.-Alabama and Mississippi: Fair Friday and probably Saturday; not much change in tempera- ture.
 Georgia: Partly cloudy Friday and Saturday; not much change in tempera- ture.
 Tennessee: Generally fair Friday and Saturday; somewhat warmer Saturday in west portions.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-29
Coal Shortage Looms Rv AxSars,s<ar Rrasx

Knoxville. Tenn., April M.-A coal shortage looms for the country in the face of an industrial revival according to figures received by J. E. Mccoy, sec retary of the Southern Appalachian Coal Operators association. This will be one of the questions discussed when this as- sociation meets here tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-29

strengthened the impression the con siderable importance attaches to his visit to London. This impression was appreciably augmented when it was learned that the American commis- sioner Loring Dresel had a lor.s con ference with him today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-29
SIMONS HOPEFUL
 ALLIES WILL NEGOTIATE

Berlin April 2S.--Addressing the Reichstag again today. Dr. Walter Simons asserted he had made efforts to acquaint himself with the viewpoint of Germanys opponents, with the re- suit, seemingly. that the present Ger man step was regarded as it was in tended, namely perfectly honorable resolve to abide by arbitration of the question of reparations
 An understanding with France on repHrations appears almost impossible, but have not yet abandoned hope that negotiations will ensue, based on our proposals" pr. Simons said.
 The foreign minister complained of the continued presence of strong Pol ish forces on the German frontier. against which he had protested, but the assurances from the council of ambas- sadors regarding Polish demobiliza tion, he added, were not borne out by facts.
 'over one-half of the Polish army is on our frontier" Dr. Simons said. Pro- ceeding. Dr. Simons declared that any violent partitioning of upper Silesia inevitably would reopen the whole eastern question. Negotiations with the soviet government were progressing, he said, and Germany must look east ward
 Here in Germany" said the foreign minister, we have people without shirts to their backs, while in America cotton is rotting away. We can hardly feed our unemployed. while in America there Is plenty of work which cannot be carried out. It is an insane posi- tion."
 Count Won Bernstorff. former ann bassador to the United States. and the centerist leader, Herr Shahn, after wards spoke in support of the German noto to prac;da,+ rIorl;,,r
 HOPE FOR ADJUSTMENT The departure from Berlin of D'Abernon the British ambassador presumably for a conference with the government at London over the con fused clauses of the German proposals and possibly also to attend the meet ing of the supreme council, is re- garded by foreign diplomatic and German official and business circles as an indication of hopefulness that the situation may be adjusted on the basis of the German proposals.
 It is pointed out in this connection that the, Germans are virtually pledged to accept any decision rem .dered by President Harding or any changes or interpretations he may suggest, and Germans are anxiously awaiting to learn whether the allied powers will inform the President on what points the German proposals are unacceptable.
 Lord D'Abernons reputation in financial circles and the fact that he is known to have given the counter proposals careful attention has
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-29
Baby Girls Arrive

Anniston, April 2s.-(special)-Mr and Mrs. William Lomax Hawkins an- nounce the birth of baby girl who has been named Bernice Louise, and MT. and Mrs. Britain announce also the birth of a daughter.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-04-29

Tomorrow: "You Care for Him. :"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
NAVAL RESERVE UNIT TO HAVE A BANQUET; | VICTORY MEDALS GIVEN

The Birmingham Naval Reserve unit, Lieut. Kirkman O'Neal, commanding of ficer, held a meeting of interest at which final arrangements were made for the banquet to be given next Thursday night at the Tutwiler hotelA
 Dr. D. M. Collier, local physician, and a lieutenant in the naval reserve force, will act as toastmaster and all reseryists are urged to come out and find out what is going on in the navy, and also what IS coming to them in the way of retainer pay, provided they attend the pre- seribed drills
 A letter from Capt c. L.. Poor of New Orleans was read. Captain Poor is the ranking naval reservist in the eighth naval district, and he hopes to be here next Thursday Other speakers will be present.
 Those who wish to have a plate re- served at the banquet should send their check for $2 to D. M Collier, chairman committee on arrangements, Room 14O9 Empire building. Birmingham. A special feature of the banquet will be the presen- tation of Victory medals. All desiring these medals should bring along their "release from activity orders
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
MOTHERS DAY FOR
 COMMUNITY CLUB

Mothers Day will be observed by the Community club at its meeting tomor- row at 12:30 o'clock in the ballroom of the Southern club
 Mrs G. H. Estes. who has four sons in the club, and at whose home the or ganization was formed. will be the guest of honor, and Mrs. H. L., Badhaml will also be an honored guest.
 Dr. H. M. Edmonds will make short talk on "A Mothers Influence Over Her Son." and William Saddler. Jr., will tell Goat
 How It Feels to Be Mother-in-law' s
 John Prowell will discuss the club n it's early stages, and MT Estes will make a short talk T. E. Dunham will sing ...Mother of Mine" Mrs Badham will make a three-minute talk, and Owen GiIIespy will sing Mother Machree Miss Minnie McNeill will be the accom- nanist for the occasion, and all mem hers are urged to be present and bring their mothers or mothers-in-law.
 In addition to the programme already announced, there will be several fea- tures. and the programme committee nromlses one of the most en1oyaole meetings held in some tune.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
.C|V|TANS DISCUSS
 JUNE CONVENTION
At Meeting Today Preparations for Event Will Be Put
 In Shape

Preliminary rumblings of the Inter national Civitan convention to be held in Birmingham June and s will De Harvey McCraney, with his two broth ernoon at 1 o'clock at the Southern club. according to Jelks Cabaniss, president of the club.
 Convention Day. will be observed by the club this afternoon. Charles q. Davis, chairman of the convention ex- ecutive committee Reid Lawson chair man of the convention entertainment committee; Leo Kayser, chairman of the convention finance committed and chair men of 10 other convention committees will make brief reports of their work thus far.
 Information was received from Okla homa City yesterday that a new club of 59 members had been organized in that city. Enthusiasm runs high in the Okla homa metropolis according to Dr. Shrop- shire and they promise to be on hand at the convention full of pep
 Probable size of delegations from the other 25 cities in the international as- sociation will be discussed by Dr, Shrop- shire at the luncheon today.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
SUNDAY SCHOOLS
 ENROLL QUOTA Registration In League of a Thousand Is Very Brisk
 Report Made

Registration in the League of a Thousand" which will hold confer ence in this city under the auspices of the Birmingham Sunday School asso- citation on May 13, II and Is, is pro ceeding in an encouraging manner and the committee in charge feels assured of record enrolment when the doors open for the first meeting. Reports from all divisions of the city indicate that many Sunday schools have already reached their full quota and many oth- CTS have far exceeded it.
 The Fifth Avenue Sunday school turned in registration of 100 per cent last Sunday. At the Church of the Advent the quota was reached without the least difficulty; West End went over the top. and in Norwood Handley Memorial and Norwood Methodist took up the challenge to show the greatest enrolment from that section of the city.
 To stimulate interest in the registra- tion those in charge of the conference lave announced that recognition will Ne given those Sunday schools of the City showing the best representation A large banner will be given the win ming Sunday school and others will be awarded places on the honor roll
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
.S7,O0O JUDGEMENT
 IN MRS. BICkELL'S CASE

Verdict and Judgment for T,500 was re- turned by the jury in favor of w. G. Bickell, administrator of the estate Of Mrs Mary Louise Bickeil, against the Norwood Transportation company for the death of Mrs. Bickell.
 This case was tried before Judge Rich ard Evans in the circuit court and the original suit was for $50.000. It grew out of an accident at Juniper avenue and Twenty y-sixth street, south, < several months ago when the automobile in which Mrs. Bickell was riding was struck, 1t is alleged. by bus of the Nor wood Transportation company
 In the case of L. Pritchard against Lee c. Bradley, receiver for the Birning- ham Tidewater Railway company, which was tried before Judge c. B. Smith yes terday. verdict was returned in favor of the plaintiff for s2.250. The original suit was for s25,000 and was for alleged personal injuries received when a wagon in which the plaintiff was riding was struck by car of the defendant com yany
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06

The Shriners are preparing for some big doings in Birmingham and by the time they are through Birmingham that will give her something to talk about.
 In the first place the imperial poten- tate, Ellis Garrettson of Tacoma, with his official divan will pay formal visit to Zamora temple May IS. This will mean the coming of potentates from numerous nearby shrines with their divans.
 But from spectacular standpoint June will be the big day with Ala bama Shriners for at that time a class of between 300 and 500 candidates will be initiated, and there will be parade in connection with tfe affair, such as has never before been witnessed here
 PARADE IN THOUSANDS
 The parade will contain thousands of Shriners and will be divided into six sections. Each will be di tinctive and have its own bands. cantors drum corps and other attractions. For instance, there will be full dress section, led by band in full dress with silk tile hats. There will be a cape section in which the paraders VIII De dressed alike Tn striking unt- forms. led by the Boys Industrial School band in the same kind of uni form. One section will be devoted to the candidates while another will con tain Shriners In citizens clot-es.
 notable feature of the parade will be the Shrine club section which will be led by the Anniston Shrine drum corps. The Zamora patrol, Zamora band. cantors and every other Shrine aggregation will be on hand with bells on. Each section of the parade will be led by a magnificent float symbol izing various things. These floats
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
|NAUGURATE NEW PLAN ON SAFETY GAR

What is expected to prove most inn rortant step in expediting the move ment of safety cars" through the cowntown retail business district will be inaugurated Sunday on the Avenue E and Twentieth street loop, High land avenue and Lakeview street car 1, lines.
 Passengers coming into town on any of these lines will continue. the pres ent method of paying as they enter the cars, but those who board cars in the business district and on the first lap of the trip out will pay as they leave the car
 Details of the new plan were con- stained in an announcement made yes terday regarding the innovation by T. c. Brabston. superintendent of trans sportation of the Birmingham Railway Light and Power company. The change will do away with the necessity for cars standing in the crowded business district downtown while each passen- ger pays his fare and will let them pay as they get off the car one or two at time.
 operate by having the exact fare ready.
 The details of the plan are contained in a circular issued yesterday by the company.
 On the Twentieth street and B loop lines: Passengers boarding outbound cars at all stops in retail business dis trict and between Railroad avenue and Twentieth street and Eleventh avenue and Twelfth street will pay as they leave. Passengers boarding cars in bound to city between Eleventh avenue and Twelfth street and Railroad ayenue and Twentieth street will pay as they anter. At Eleventh avenue and Twelfth street siding operator will pass through car and collect fares from all pas sengers on board.
 on Lakeview and Highland avenue lines; Passengers boarding outbound cars at all stops in retail business dis trlct and between First avenue and twenty second street and Cieyelana street will pay as they leave. Pas sengers boarding cars inbound to city between Cleveland street and First avenue and Twenty street will Iay as they enter. At Cleveland street operator will pass through car and col 'ect Fares from all passengers on soard.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
RESTRAINED FROM
 CONSTRUCTING FENCE

Seeking to restrain k. Festus Cox, Sa- rah E. Cox, Vera Cox. Verlie l.. COX and Willie c. Cox from interfering with the construction of fence on the property of the complainant a petition for temporary writ of injunction was filed in the chancery division of the court yesterday by Mrs. Edith Frederick.
 According to the allegations of the pe- tition the complainant was attempting to have fence erected on her property at Florentine avenue and Fifty-firsr street and the defendants had the hus- band of plaintiff. Fred Frederick and I. T. Wholford. workman helping him. arrested for trespassing.
 The petition will be granted upon the fling nf bond by the eomplainant-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
MARINE CORPS NOW
 ASSUMING RECRUITING

Recruits are again being sought for the United States marine corps, states sergt Limuel F. Hill, who reopened the marine recruiting station at 192shs Second avenue.
 Sergeant Hill was in charge of the local station for more than two years, and has recently returned from At lanta, where he was stationed after the temporary closing of the Birming ham office.
 The marine corps wants to get 800 men month from all over the United States, but they must be first-class men and no waivers will be made on the high standard that has been set. The enlistments are for three years, land sea or sky. and the men will be trained as infantrymen, artillerymen, airmen and signalmen. They will also be trained in many duties of the sailors as they are the soldiers of the sea-"
 Sergeant Hill states that all ex- marines who desire victory medals should come to the office with their dis charge papers or else mail them to headquarters and a medal will be sent them.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
FEDERAL COURT FACES
 HUGE JASPER DOCKET

When the United States court con venes in Jasper Monday. June $, 1t will face the largest docket in tfe History. of the court outside or the Birmingham district according 10 Jim smith assistant United States attor- rey.
 MT. Smith stated yesterday that 156 cases are set on the docket in which the United States has an interest. There are 1S6 liquor cases, nine bond forfeitures, three attachments for de- fau.ting witnesses; two postoffice cases and six civil suits in which the gov ernment is concerned. According to the officials there are more cases 10 De tried at this term than originated ia the Jasper district in the past four wears. These cases will consume the entire week.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
FIVE MORE STORES
 FOR FIFTH AVENUE
Two Old Residences to Be Razed--Work Will Start
 Soon

Another step toward the development Of Fifth avenue north, as a business thoroughfare was taken when it was announced by the Henley Sturgeon Realty company that their property on that street, next to the Motion hotel, would be improved.
 Five one-story brick store buildings will be erected by the company, work to start June l5. The site for the strue- lures is 100 feet frontage on Fifth ave nue. It extends to the alley l90 feet, but the entire depth will not be used Two frame residences will be razed
 Plans for the stores call for tile fronts with all conveniences. It is expected to complete the work by the end of July.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
Euents of Today
 In Birmingham
Statement April 2sth, 1921
 RESOURCES.
Ciyitan club luncheon at 1 o'clock southern club.

Ciyitan club luncheon at 1 o'clock. southern club.
 ADJUSTMENTS.
 Jefferson Thentre---sFIashes of Ac- tion," official war pictures. New Majestic Theatre--"Fair And warmer,, with Pickert company. Lyric--Ke eith vaudeville and pictures Loew's BiJou--yaudevilIe and pic- lures.
 Trianon--Norma Talmadge, in "Ths Passion E1ower.-
 Alcnxar-"Seven Years Bad Luck" Strand---Thomas Meighan, in "The City of silent Men,"
 Gnlax-Montc Blue, in "Tbe Ken tuckiansv
 KInlto--D. W. Griffith's .srhe Idol Dabcer."
 Princess--SeriaI drama and comedy. Odeon---SeriaI drama and comedy. Edgcwood Park-Dancing. West Lake Park--Dancing and sknt- ing.
 Miles School of Dancing--Dancins from to 12.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
SEVENTEEN HOMICIDES

gated by the coroner during the month of April, according to the monthly re- port just complied Of this number 29 were white and 46 negroes.
 During that period there were sis: deaths caused by drowning which Is the largest number of deaths in | single month from this cause in some time.
 There were sa natural deaths, 2s ac-
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
RAIN INSURANCE

MAIN l1NC hh4NSG
 All of the enthusiasm, which was rained out at the time of last Decem- ber's parade and q great deal in ad- dition will be put into the forthcom- ing event. The shrine this time has taken out insurance against rain so that 1t feels assured of good weather for the affair.
 In addition to inc formal features there will be a lot of others which will appeal to spectators. Notable among them is the Some mora patrol a parody on the well-known Zamora patrol. Several surprise features arc also being arranged which, it is said will prove as interesting to Shriners themselves as to spectators Nothing is being given out as to these, but they are all arranged and each will require 24 Shriners. Anyone in the temple who would be interested in talk ing part in them would do we'll to get in touch with Abe Kaufman, Herman Farley or ]. C. Price.
 POTENTATE'S VISIT
 As for the affair on May Is at the time of the imperial potentate's visit, special attention will be given to d feature for the ladies cf the Shrine. A luncheon will be given the potentate at the Southern club and a dinner at the Tutwiler in the evening, while at night there will be a great reception and dance at the Country club at which the ladies will have an oppor- tunity to see how Shriners can enter tan. There will be concert at the club by the shrine band, the cantors will sing and the affair will be made memorable in number of vi avs.
 The potentate expects every Shriner to do his duty.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-05-06
OFFICIAL WORLD WAR PICTURES ATTRACT
 CROWDS JEFFERSON

The showing of the ortcial World war moving pictures at the Jefferson, under auspices of the Mortimer H, Jordan chapter Rainbow Division Veterans, continues to attract the people of Bir- mingham in large numbers. Those who have seen the film declare it to be the real thing. and many in the audience recognize faces and scenes of lover there"
 Corporal Ingleston makes an interest ing and humorous lecture throughout the showing, explaining the picture. His remarks keep the audience laughing all the way. ~
 To add touch of comedy, Charlie Chaplin in Shoulder Arms starts the show The film is at the Jefferson for the remainder of the week, matinees at clock and evenings at S:S0 o'clock,