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The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21
INVESTIGATION OF FEDERAL RESERVE
 ID BE THOROUGH
Chairman MCFadden Says Each Question, Problem and Situation Will
 Be Discussed

Washington, July O.-(Special,)-- Representative McFadden, chairman of the House committee on banking and currency, declared this afternoon that in the investigation of the ac- tivity of :he federal reserve board which his committee will undertake, every question. every problem, every situation will be discussed.
 In other words, Mir McFadden says chat laws of evidence which prevent the introduction of extraneous mat ters will not be observed. It is un- derstood that W. P. G. Harding, gov ernor of the federal reserve board, who requested the investigation, ii.- sists that everything be admitted, and everyone be permitted to ask any questions that they desire to ask.
 The indications are that there will be a complete show down." As re- suit, the people of the country will be informed as to whether or not the federal reserve board is guilty of having produced the present era of depression. and in consequence, should be removed by the President, or whether congressional critics have been talking solely for political ef- feet.
 Critics in Senate
 The seVerest critics of the board are in the Senate. Certain senators express regret that the investigation will not be conducted by the Senate. But it is known that senatorial critics have already made arrange ments whereby all facts they pos sess and all criticism which they hold could in justice be lodged against the board, will be aired be- fore the House committee.
 As a matter of fact, the investi- gation will be so thorough that noth- ing will be overlooked. In conse- quence it is regarded as certain that after all facts are divulged, the mem
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21
CONSTANCE b!NNEY STAR AT THE GALAX
"Such a Little Queen" De. lightful Comedy Drama
 Now Showing

That delightful and beautiful star, at the Galax today, tomorrow and Saturday, in her latest comedy drama, Such Little Queen" picturized from Charming Pollock's famous Binney has never been seen to better advantage and her supporting cast is good. critics say.
 In America, little Queen Anne Vic- toria without funds or friends, save the faithful Baron Cosaca. driven out bJ revolution finds hardship a-plenty in dingy New York flat, and later when starvation faces them, in Wall street office, where, be- cause queens usually speak five or six languages. she wzs able to get a job in the foreign correspondence department.
 Besides learning how to earn her own living. little Queen Anne Vic toria learned that even in a democra cy, many men were real princes. Trainor, general manager of he of flee in which the little alien worked, was one and almost persuaded the Queen that being the wife of sue cessful young American financier vas glory enough for any real woman, royal or not.
 But the memory of the boy King to whom she was betrothed had not died, and when he too, finally made his way to America and got job, the little Queen waited patiently for his avowal of voluntary, not a politi- cal. desire for her hand and neart. It came, and with it a recall to the throne across the sea. So all is we'll that ends so we'll
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21
UNDERSTANDING HEEL D B l N D ING UPON THE HARDING ADMINISTRATION
By Associated Press

Washington. July 20.-The under standing" reached by the Wilson ad- ministration, deferring interest pay ments on loans made by the United States to allied nations, will be bind . ing upon the present administration, Secretary Mellon today told the Sem ate finance committee. The Secre- tary, however, did not disclose the policy which he will pursue in mak- ing collections and advised the com- mittee he had reached no agreement with any of the debtor nations on the subject.
 The present situation, which the Secretary called embarrassing, was caused by discussions in 1919 between former Assistant Secretary of the Treasury Albert Rathbone and a Mr. Blackett representing Great Britain with the result that the "unders tand- ing" was reduced to written mem oranda. These conferences, the com mittee was informed, were held after Secretary Glass and his successor, David s. Houston, had decided there was authority in law for the defer ment of interest payments.
 Assistant Secretary Wadsworth, who accompanied MT. Mellon before the committed declared large part of the interest which the United States had collected upon its foreign loans was from money which the all lied governments had borrowed for that purpose. Figures were present. ed to the committee showing that on the foreign loans amounting to more than $10.000 000,000, interest has ac- cumulated amounting to $943,534,755 which is unpaid and has been de- ferred.
 Of this France owes S2S414S,S6S; Great Britain, $40I30S.2SS; Belgium, $34,007, 409, and Italy $161,07S,SS0.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21

Sir James Young Simpson, who in- troduced the use of chloroform as anaesthetic, waged a long battle with those who opposed it's use on religious grounds. One of his favor 1te arguments was that the Almighty set the example by causing deep sleep" to fall upon Adam before re- moving his rib, The victory of the new treatment was completely won in April, 1858, when Queen Victoria was anaesthetized with chloroform.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21
BILL BROWN STICKS
 TO STORY DESPITE
 STRONG CHILLING
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series? Don't you know that he and other players you say you met at the Warner lived at the Tyson?"
 II only know that l met Gandill at the Warner" replied Burns.
 And Gandill told you there that he was through and wouldn't throw any more games, that he wouldn't accept your offers of money that" began MT. O'Brein.
 If you say he did, l guess he did," Burns replied sharply, He's your client and he knows more about this case than I do."
 Soft stuff Tried Next
 Thomas Nash, representing Buck Weaver, who followed MT. O'Brien took up another style of examina- tion. MT. Nash got chummy with the witness, calling him Bill" and ask ing several questions in a soft quiet manner and then suddenly shooting some sharp query.
 He questioned Burns closely about the hours of alleged meetings with the indicted players, the distance be- tween hotels in Cincinnati, room numbers and such details, and at times Burns was somewhat confused, once refusing to answer further questions until told by JudgeFriend to do so.
 Asked about his statement that he told the ball players in hotel noom in Cincinnati that he had s100,000 for the series to be thrown" Mir. O'Brien asked him if he had not lied then.
 No" said Burns.
 But you didn't have s1oO,OoO on you?"
 ..I meant I could get started Burns.
 Answer yes or no" said OBrien. NO I didn't have it, On such points as this that Burns got in the most trouble during tke questions But, when questioned closely about the alleged meetings with the players. the witness was not shaken in his first story. On direct examination, Burns aaid 1 he was present when St. Louis man volunteered to put up money to have the games thrown, but did not know the mans name.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21
RAILROADS DEFEND INCREASE PROPOSAL
Roads of the Southeast and Southwest Heard By
 Commerce Commission
Ky Associnted Press

Washington, July 20-Representa- tives of railroads in the Mississippi valley today defended before the h. terstate commerce commission their proposal to increase freight rates at points on the Mississippi, Ohio and Missouri rivers and on the Gulf, where rates have been depressed to meet water competition, while speak CTS for the southwestern and south eastern lines, supporting the pro- posed increases, endeavored to show than any readjustment of rates In the valley would also greatly affect their revenues. Also southeastern roads held that any revision in the western territory would affect traffic through the southeast.
 Roads of the southeast presented data, tending to show that they would be shut off from participating in traffic to the valley if rates were not raised, or If they are not permit ted to meet the rates and at the same time to charge higher rates at in- termediate points on their lines than they charge on the longer haul Into the valley. Much of their business. their representatives said. is hauled through the southwest into the valley and if they are made to reduce their rates to their intermediate points proportionately to low rates in the valley they would be forced into bankruptcy.
 A. P. Hamburg for the Mississippi Valley lines, c. D. Drayton for the southwestern lines and w. M. McGe- hee for the Southern railway and southeastern lines presented argu- ments today. Representatives of nore than 1000 protesting shippers. associations. state commissions and cities are expected to begin their ar guments tomorrow.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21
KING LEAVES FOR FRONT
 By Associated Press

smyrna, July, 20.-King Constan- tine left for the front tonight He was accompanied by Genral Dousmai- Is and other staff officers, and will command the attack on Eski- -Shehr.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21

are now pending in the United States supreme court involving this parti- cular question 1t is possible that no action will be taken by the stated commission at this time as the issueH probably would be decided before the Alabama case could be reached. Should the state start it's own case it might begin in the federal dis trict court and climb gradually to the United States supreme court
 The railroads began on July Is, the imposition of the 50 per cent sur charge on all interstate travel in Pullman cars.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21
CONSIDERATE


 Mistress: Bridget, six people are coming for dinner tonight" Cook: Will yez be able to cook for that many?"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21

bers of the board will be forced to resign. or the congressional critics will be stopped by virtue of public opinion.
 Mir McFadden said tonight that in :. ciuded among the subjects for inves- tigation will be the par clearance rule of the federal reserve system. There is. of course, the conviction that the star witnesses will be Gov ernor Harding of the board and John Skelton Williams, erstwhile comp troIIer Of the currency an ex-officlo member of the board
 MT. Williams and Chairman Me Fadden have previously had sensa : tional clashes. There is admittedly no love lost between them MT. Will Hams is apparently as bitter against the present policy of the board as he is against Mir. McFadden
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21

When Jack Brady, "Bessemer Flash" decides to retire from the fight game, it will be with the knowledge that there's one who is willing to take up the burden where he left off. Jack, whose real name is Woodward, has young son of tender years, but who is nifty with his fists, despite his age. Big Jack has been teaching his young hopeful how to handle his fists, mot to be- come prize fighter, but to know how to take care of himself" as- serts Jack. q don't want any son of mine looking for scraps, but if ever catch him lodging one, I'll give him thrashing he won't soon for get"
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21
ENICENTENNIAL PLANS OUTLINED
 AT CLUB MEETING
President Harding, Marshal FoCh and General PerShing to Attend the Local
 Celebration

Tentative plans for the semi-cen- tennial celebration of the founding of Birmingham were outlined by c. W. Wiley at the luncheon of the Ex- change club yesterday in the ball room of the Tutwiler hotel.
 MT. Wiley stressed the importance of bringing to the attention of the United States and the entire world
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21
Don't Worry Advocate
 Dies by His Own Hand
By Associated Press

Kokomo, Ind, July 2O-Dr ". E. Armstrong, who attained prominence in northern Indiana as a lecturer and orator, particularly with his address on Why Worry" committed suicide tonight by drinking poison potion.
 Dr. Armstrong was 54 years of Se and is survived by his wife and two children Financial difficulties are held responsible for his deed.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-07-21
TARiED AND FEATHERED
 By Associated Press

Lufkin, Texas, July 20.-Ben Riley, about 30 years old, was seized here last night by masked men, given a coat of tar and feathers, and released from an automobile on a prominent corner as the evening theatre patrons were passing Riley ran through business streets to his automobile and left hurriedly for his home at Diboll, about 10 miles from here.
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1921-12-17
HUGHES GROWS STRONGER.

The position Of Charles E. Hughes as a mouder
Of world affairs is materially strengthened by the
decision Of the big three" powers to sign an agree
ment for naval restriction the basis of 1858"
as originally proposed by the American secretary OF
state.
When Mr.. Hughes appeared before the disarma-
ment conference and suggested his plan for the
Limitation of naval strength. there critics who
said that his idea was visionary. They asserted that
Japan and England would find fault with details
and by carpng criticism small points these two
nations would be able to discredit the whole great
principle involved.
The pessimism of such has been happily unfound-
ed There were minor readjustments. The Japa-
nese may retain the "Mutsu;" the United States
may build two ships of the Maryland" class; Eng
land will be given the right to build two superdread-
naughts. These changes have been made but the
ratio of naval strength stands at the original
Hughes figure-"5-5-S."
The same critics of Mr.. Hughes may now say
that his accomplishment Of an agreement between
England, America and Japan is all right, but that
italy and France will present greater problem
Such fear seems equally unfounded, for these two
smaller sea powers are likely to abide by the dec-
sions of the "big three"
The American secretary has great victory
for open diplomacy by his skill in bringing about
of total naval tonnage. 1t is to be hoped that he
may be as successful In the remaining subjects on
the agenda Of the conference.
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1921-12-17
the Markets
nv The Associnfed Press. J

New York, Dec. 16.-The agrees
sive buying movement that fea-
tured yesterdays session of the
stock exchange was lacking today
Trading was fairly active but ran
more to speculative or selected Is
sues.
Overnight developments, such as
Germany's virtual default, the clos
ing of coal mines in the Pennsyl-
vania district and prospective re-
auctions in automobile prices were
among the several incidents calcu-
lated to diminish bullish enthusi-
asm.
The cuts In prices announced by
one of the chief subsidiaries of the
United States Steel corporation and
further declines In quotations for
scrap iron and steel were indica-
tive of the backward trend In that
industry.
Foreign exchanges continued to
be adversely affected by the Ger
man situation. Coalers finally
threw off professional selling pres
sure but many Of the less import
ant industrials and miscellaneous
stocks reacted one to two points on
moderate offerings.
Oils again supplied dispropor-
tionate share OF the days business
especially secondary or low grade
issues. Steels and equipments were
mixed, as were also motors and
their specialties, but gains ruled a.
the irregular close. Sales. $4,000
| shares.
Call loans opened and renewed
into next week at 6 per cent, the
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1921-12-17

This is no place for mel" barked
the Fox, for, like most animals,
he was afraid of a snake, some OF
which can kill with one poisonous
bite, while others squeeze as hard
as they can. Don't bite me, Mr..
Snake!" howled the Fox, and away
he ran.
"Ha! Ha" laughed Uncle Wig
gily, when the Fox was far enough
away, II forgot that you can also
hiss like q snake, Grandpa"
yes" answered the goose gen
tIeman, that is another way we
have of soaring away our enemies.
OF course, l really could not have
fought that Fox, but when he
thought a snake was near
though to tell the truth all snakes
are taking their winter sleep now
why he ran away"
Adventure number three!
chuckled Uncle Wiggily. "And
now it Is time we had some hot
chocolate, l think" So they went
in DR.. Possum's drug store and had
some hot chocolate, and that was
the end of their adventures for
that day. But Christmas Is com
ing, and II the baby carriage does
MT cry in its sleep and want the
milk bottle to ride around on one
of it's wheels, I'll tell you next
about Uncle Wiggily and the
Christmas horn.
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1921-12-17
WORST HAS PASSED.

"cheer up the worst is yet to come" is an IRON
ical time-worn old adage that can be revised M
the present. Just the business man can look
in his mirror and say: Cheer up, the worst has
happened" And the worst having happened what
follows naturally must be in the way of improve
ment Everybody agrees that the country Is on the
up grade although it naturally will be some time
before the increased buying capacity of the public
will begin to make itself materially felt.
What we'll known financial expert has terme1
deferred business" has accumulated and is accu-
rulating every day. This means that as soon as
the tide of trade sets in strongly with prices sta
bilized and rising here and there orders VIII DC
placed for all manner of commodities. 1t is an ODD
fact that buying slows up falling market, and
is stimulated as soon as there Is an indication OF
sustained advances
The wise dealer manufacturer is getting his
house in order. He is keeping his business favora-
bly, before the public. He will be ready to take fun
advantage of the steady growth of business that is
Just ahead While the pessmist is bemoaning his
fate the optinst is going after business-and get
ting 1t.
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1921-12-17
EXERCISE FOR THE OLD.

One hears much talk nowadays about the danger
of any but the mildest kind Of physical exercises
such as a leisurely game Of golf or an occasional
horseback ride for persons advanced In years Great
care must be taken, one is told not to put strain
upon the heart. The assertion has been made that
Theodore Roosevelt weakened his constitution by
engaging In vigorous games like tennis after he had
attained middle age, and that he probably would
have lived much longer If he had been more mod
crate in his exercise
It is interesting, therefore, to note that we'll
known London surgeon authority on physical
culture, has come forward as a champion OF mus
cular exercises for old persons. Sir James Camille
is his name, and although he is 70 years old him.
SELF he Ia described Supple as an athlete" he
is conducting physical culture class for men near
" 80 and another for elderly women, and this Is
his advice to old persons: Don't be afraid of your
hearts They will stand more disease than any
other organ in your body" Sir James maintains
that men ought to walk at the rate Of 10 PAGES a
minute (the rate known in the United States army
as quick timer. after reaching the age OF
so. and he adds that IL they do so then they viii
likely be still doing 1t at so.
Perhaps Sir James expects too much Of old per-
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1921-12-17
WHAT ECUADOR IS GOING TO DO.
EDITORIAL OF THE DAY
FIRST AID IN STATISTICS.
(From Daily Financial America.)

(ETOm Daily FINANCIAL AluCliSri
Secretary Hoover has begun the issue OF
monthly statistical publication that will prove val
liable to business. An immense volume OF intorma-
ton on the production consumption stocks on manu-
evnors or imports of the principal basic materials
as we'll as of transportation foreign exchahse WAGES
and prices, banking and finance Is suppned IN q, d
summary of six pages. There are furtner details III
tabular form the whole occupying 70 pages
In these times of shifting prices and demand
there il need of more statistical information as the
basis for forming judgment in business operations
One Of the valuable features OF these tables IS ine
comparison of present activities Wherever posslpis
with that of 1918 We are now working IN a perloo
OF peace though still affected by the wars economic
Influence In all years since 1913 war conditions
were even more a governing factor than now. we
look back to 1918 as the nearest approach 10 nor
mai peace conditions that is available
Comparisons with that year PROVIDED py Mr.
Hoover show that In many respects recently-Woo'
cons,mptton in factories for example--have exceed
ed 1913 achievements, despite the general uepies
sion In silk imports providing for ourselves
comparative luxury these being So to IL per cent
hove 1913, The cut of lumber rose also above tEa
Of the year by to 20 per cent in the sum
mer. cement production Is up II 10 20 per cel 0,
Mail order houses total sales lately were o. per cen
above stores 25 per cent and cigar stores
81 per cent above those of 1913.
To the man who has wide selling campaign II
mind such information Is necessary. He needs u
know also the industries and centers whose produc
ton has fallen far below that Of 1913 He Will thu
avoid an effort wasted because misplaced.
A general knowledge of all business conditions
is an aid to foresight in the production and market
ing OF any product or service. The Information
given by Mr.. Hoover should be expanded That car
only be done If he receives cooperation OF puslnes
men in these and other lines to greater extern
than at present.
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1921-12-17

gentlemen have of taking care of
ourselves" said Grandpa. 1--WE
can not run fast and we have no
teeth to bite, so Mother Nature
gave US permission to scare dogs
and other bad animals by looking
fierce"
well, it's a good way" said
Uncle Wiggily. THAT was adven-
ture number one. L wonder what
the next will be?"
He did not have long to wait to
find out. AS the bunny and goose
gentleman were going through q
little wood, all at once a bad Bon
Cat, who was hiding up tree
waiting for something to pass be-
low, that he might jump down and
take a bite-all of sudden this
Bob Cat leaped down just between
Uncle Wiggily and Grandpa
Goosey.
"Ah> ha! have you nowH'
howled the Bob Cat, or Lynx, as
they are often called.
But just as he was going to bite
first Uncle Wiggily and then
Grandpa Goosey, the gander sud
denly opened his beak and gave
a loud:
"Honk! Honki Honk!"
ooh, my goodness! An automo-
bile Is coming Look out for the
Albuquerque morning journal. [volume] (Albuquerque, N.M.) 1903-1926, 1921-12-17
CHRISTMAS CHEER.

Carolers bringing Christmas cheer are to vi5i,
the homes and sanatora of Albuquerque on Christ
mas eye The Fortnighty Music club, which has
been bringing noted musicians to the city In the
artist recital courses, will continue the holiday cus-
tom of dispensing 'joy to the world on the eve
ming Of Christ's nativity.
The club is to be commended for its continuance
of this custom. Church choirs are drawn upon for
large share of the singers Cars are to be securef
and every sanatorum in the city is to be visited In
order that the sick may have at least one chance to
hear Christmas music
The caroers are to visit private residences They
will be guided by lighted candles placed In windows
wherever the Christmas music is desired, the light
In the window will band Of cheer dispensers
to stop.
You may give or receive, exactly as you choose.
II you will sing will furnish an automobile you
can have a part in the occasion by phoning Mrs
Raw BAILEY II YOU are unable to do either AMI
wish to be visited by the carolers, have lighted
candle in a front window Christmas eve.