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The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
JUDGE FORT SAYS
 CRIMINAL JUSTICE
 METHODS ARCHAIC
Advocates Constitutional Re- viSion-ASSaiIS PreSump- ton of Innocence-Ac-
 CuSed Has AdVantaqe
70 A,.

"Our system of
 dence is still greats and Willie V. archaic provisions Cake s7Ss and md tion and the law and It
 enlightened people of Birml.sheei- and the state to reform the laTp. urging a constitutional convention at the earliest practical moment" de- clared Judge William E. Fort, of the criminal division of the circuit court of Jeffesron county in his ad- dress to the members of the Mon- day forum of the Civic association yesterday noon in the new luncheon quarters at the Hillman hotel.
 The private dining room of the hotel, where the dinner was held, was filled to capacity and R. c. Hershey, who presided. ex- pressed himself as much gratified at the attendance and the enthusiasm shown.
 There was a lively question period following the speech of Judge Fort. An extra five minutes was voted to prolong the time in which members could ply the speaker with questions.
 Presumption of Innocence.
 Perhaps the most important revi- sion of the constitutional guaranties surrounding the accused In this state which was assailed by Judge Fort. was that which favors the accused with the presumption of innocence"
 ''Why give The defendant any
 such presumption,, asked the
 speaker. ''vhen in these days of
 freedom and enlightenment the
 accused should be able to meet
 the state. witness for witness,
 lawyer for lawyer, and get jus
 tice! It is only another instance
 of inheritfng an archaic provision
 from the reign of tyrannOus and
 oppressive kings. We have
 such oppressive sOvereigns in this
 time of civilization, liberty and
 Christianity. Therefore, there fs
 no need. in my opinion, for res
 tatning this ancient right of the
 defendant"
 Another provision of the state law which Judge Fort said appeared to give the accused an undue advantage is that which allows him two strikes" to one for the state in choosing the juries to try the cases. He asked why the prosecution should be thus discriminated against and said that the law in actual operation tended to permit the attorneys for the accused to strike too many from the panels of jurors who were best fitted to render righteous and just verdict.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
INVITED l TO CONVENTION HERE

Letters were sent yesterday by the Birmingham Chamber of Commerce and the American Cotton associa tion to Governor Cameron Morrison of North Carolina, requesting him to make Birmingham the place for the convention of the southern states governors. which he has said he in- tends calling to discuss the cotton situation inN the south, and to fix the date october 26, identical with the meeting of the American Cotton association here.
 Should this meeting be called for Isirmingham. it will add to the hum rper nUtabies that will come to Birmingham during the semi-centen- nial week.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04

his possible innocence. The motion was overruled by Judge II. F. lief lin.
 Following the striking of a jury late yesterday afternoon, Judge lief lin adjourned court until this morn ing, at which time the state will be- gin examining it's witnesses.
 Other Cases
 The case of Ed Crenshaw, charged with murder of Harry Weston and his wife, Rebecca Weston, was passed by the court until November ', in order that Dr. E. L. Wyman, sanity expert, may be able to make further examination of the sanity of the ac- cused.
 John Brown, indicted by Bessemer grand jury for carnal knowledge, was held by the court for reindictment, it having been found that he came un- der the Jurisdiction of the Birmlns- ham grand jury.
 Cases against Ruth Wilkerson, charged with murder, and Ida Cobb charged with robbery, have been set for today
 The case of Archie Bellany. ne- gro, charged with murdering another negro, was begun yesterday before Judge w. E. Fort The case Of George Fox, charged with murder. was deferred for new indictment.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
JOY PLAZA" |SA
 FEATURE OF FAIR.
Many Novel and Attractive Features Added to Johnny
 J. Jones Shows


 The Johnny J. Jones exposition, the greatest aggregation of shows and amusement devices in the country, has for many years past been feature of the Alabama State Fair by reason of the clean. interesting and in- structive entertainment provided.
 Not only does the exposition this year maintain the high standard set in former years, but many new novel and entirely original features have been added and, judging from the crowds that thronged the Joy Plaza" at the fair grounds yesterday, the ex- position will prove more popular than ever during the fair week.
 Johnny J. Jones has a wonderful menagerie. Twelve wild beasts are put through an act by Capt. John Guifoyle, assisted by Bootsie Hurd, said to be the queen" of all animal trainers. Madame Guilfoyle trained leopards and pumas. Capt. Jack Da- wis with his herd of pachyderms and Miss May Sheppard has trained mon keys, dogs, goats, ponies and kan garoos. Mermaldland Is a miniature performance of the water fete seen at the New York Hippodrome last season.
 Lady Little Toyland" is Indeed an innovation and novelty. This attrac- tion consists of miniature merry go- round. swings, Ferris wheel, and swash buckled is exclusively for chill dren under z years.
 There's Great War Exhibit" controlled and managed by "Over Seas" American soldiers.
 Then comes The Mysterious" (so he Is called) with a great Chinese by mystery performance.
 The almost human mules, doing anything that Mabel Mack wants them to do, with will and vigor that surprises those accustomed to the fla miliar stubborn mule" phase.
 Another exclusive Johnny J. Jones feature is the Mechanical Battlefields It makes you believe you are seeing an Illusion. but were we to tell you of il there would be naught for you to see.
 The Monkey Circus" where they do verything--sail aeroplanes, loop the loop. ride automobiles, eat as humans, act as humans, undress and dress
 The lover the Waves operated by Joseph Mckee, not model, put practical working craft. Upon board Ing it you witness scenes that cause much laughter with not d ripple of fear on boardship.
 Four new trick houses. including Krazy Kats, Hilarity Hall and Loop the Loop, operated only by this ex- position. on the Joy Plaza"
 The carousal for children and grown-ups, the Giant Ferris Wheel the Whip. Rocking Boat Frollc, Aero plane Swings. The whirl Tumble Inn, are all there and a gigantic new at traction called over the Waves.
 Johnny J. Jones exposition will re- main here all week, giving continuous performances from 3 a. m. until mid night, each day.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04

Because cattle were delayed in be- ing placed, there were no cattle events yesterday. Hereford cattle will be judged today. however, begin ning at o'clock this morning. Five herds are to be judged and the work will consume practically the entire day.
 County Exhibits
 Counties which have placed eX- hiblts are Montgomery, Jefferson, Cullman, Morgan, Chiffon and Cren- shaw. MT. Mutchler commented on the high standard of all exhibits, say ing 1t would be hard to judge them,
 k. A. Brown, president of the State Fair association, late yesterday eX- pressed himself as being highly pleased with the opening of the fair.
 "The opening has been very satis- factory" declared Mr. Brown or course, the lateness of the Louisville and Nashville train, which was four hours behind schedule, delayed some of our troupes and we got q late start on our afternoon programme. Cattle came in late and this also caused de- lay.
 Our chief difficulty. however is In arranging the programme so as 10 get all attractions in. This Is the largest array ol eNSDls We H@N V SFS4 offered to fair crowds.
 'eWe have more exhibits and the ex- hibits are larger than ever before. Six exhibitors were given bonuses or $10o for being ready when the fair opened, and eight were given bonuses of s25 each for being ready. With no accidents to slow us up, everything should go through on schedule time although the number of events to be placed is excessively large
 Aerial stunts
 Those who saw Jersey Ringel do his hair-raising stunts at the fair last fall probably though, the limit in aerial daring had been reached. Ringel, however, uncovered several surprises during the afternoon and again last night Standing on the top of his planes wing, Jersey stood there while the plane looked the loop twice. He also changed from one plane to another while flying at a fair rate of speed. The change of planes sent thrill through every spectator.
 Concerts were given yesterday aft ernoon and again last night by the Royal Scotch Highland band during the presentation of the hippodrome acts. Twelve Large acts were pre- scented yesterday afternoon and last night. The night performance con- cluded with the famous fireworks spectacle, The Siege of the Darda- nelles.'
 The Races
 Thoroughbreds participated in tn
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
COAL OPERATORS ANNUAL OUTING
 AT EMPIRE TODAY
Addresses By Notable Au- thorities Will Be Feature. Barbecue Dinner Will Be
 Served-Log of Road

Several hundred persons are ex- pected to go to Empire by special train and by automobile this morn- ing to attend the institute meeting of the Alabama Coal Operators as- sociation. A barbecue dinner will be big feature of the meeting. while talks will be made by several leading authorities on various sub Jects relating to coal mining.
 The train will leave al s o'clock this morning, arriving at Empire at a-;45 o'clock. At 10 o'clock the guests will assemble in the auditorium. The meeting will be called to ord,r and chairman selected. The address of welcome will be delivered by a rep resentative of the Empire Coal com pany.
 Judge Janes A. Emery, general counsel, National Association of Man ufacturers, will talk on "The Open Shop Movement-Its Justificat ton and Progress.''
 Improvements in Mining
 Dr. J. J. Rutledge, superintendent of the central district experiment station of the United States bureau of mines at Urbana, H., will discuss Recent Improvements in Mining Which In- crease Safety and Efficiency" General discussion following each paper is invited, it is understood, such talks being limited to five min uteS.
 The barbecue dinner will be served at l o'clock. 1t will be followed by an inspection of the plant, mines, town and commissary at Empire. The special train returning to Birming- ham leaves at 4;30 o'clock, reaching the city about 6:15 o'clock. Both ar rival and departure will be from the Terminal station.
 Log of the Road
 The Birmingham Automobile club has issued log of the road from Birmingham to Empire for the use of those who will make the trip in their cars.
 Proceed north on Nineteenth street to Eleventh avenue, north; thence west toward Pratt City. pass Jewish cemetery. through East Thomas to Pratt City (you may go out Third avenue or Eighth avenue via Owen ton). through Pratt City, under over head railroad bridge to macadam road to Adamsyille. Follow Jasper Toad by Lynn's Crossing toward Jas Der. one mile beyond Jefferson coun- ty line turn right at small store, and follow main road for approximately five miles to Empire. Distance. 35 miles
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
 CONNORS- WHITMAN co. TAKES NEW OFFICES

New quarters for the Connors- Weyman Steel company have been completed to such an extent as to enable the offices to be moved from the Brown Marx building to the new location on the tenth floor of the Empire building. Practically the en- tire floor has been turned over to the steel company.
 The common stock of the Empire building was acquired by local capi- talists. including George W. Connors, and by eastern interests, who are be- coming tenants of the building. Sev- era1 changes will be made in the building as rapidly as the present leases expire
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
--------------.e ---.es---------------------- SUITS FOR S15O,OOO

Suit for s100.000 was filed in the circuit court yesterday by Christina Economos. pro ami, against Lee C. Bradley. receiver for the Birmingham Railway. Light and Power company, charging that one of that company's cars on September 24 ran over and injured her at the corner of Sixteenth street and Fifth avenue
 Similar suit for so0.000 was filed by the father. Gus Econonos. against the street railway company. alleging that tis daughter was injured.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
Negro Preacher Is
 Arrested for Murder


 Detectives Cleary and Gavin of the Chicago detective department reached Birmng ham yesterday to take Rev. George W. Baldwin, negro preacher back to Chicago to face the charge of killing Prof. F. $. Hart, a negro, in that city last September.
 Information to the Birmingham de- tective department from Chief of De- tectives Michel Hughes of Chicago led to the arrest of the negro, who has been officiating at the Rising Sun Methodist church. Detectives Bran non and Lyons made the arrest and placed the negro in the city jail, from where he was transferred to the coun- ty jail upon warrant issued by Sergea E. A. Lyons.
 Habeas corpus proceedings were filed yesterday by Attorney Roderick Beddow. which will be heard this morning.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
ADMIRATION FOR BOOTH OF BLIND

p,ind citizens of Birmingham .,,arad evidence of what they were doing and what they would do yes terdsv when their booth at the Ala hama State Fair excited the aolnlI ton of all who viewed 1t. Mrs caro- line Engsfeldt is in charge or 'he booth. .S ha.d work and fancy needlework were on display, equaling work by seeing nersons in daintiness and finish. demonstrations of work will De given daily by blind persons.
 Mrs. Holley Cowherd, talented blind singer. will appear every att ernoon and Miss Ruby Parsons VIII show how the blind make cane chairs. Thomas Kemp and John camp will play the piano. James Morrls and Septimus Herman will demon strate chair caning and cushion up bolstering. Others will demonstrate reading in the Braille system.
 prizes awarded in the blind de- nartment yesterday went to two men ana one woman. J. N. Dray won first ribbon for basket and $. H. Herman won first with a beautliui upholstered cushion. Miss Bertha Little of Ensley took a second rip- hon with a patchwork quilt.
 Miniature House
 Much comment was heard on the rofniature house constructed by the W. D. Wood Lumber company. which stands at the entrance to the fair grounds. This house Is being e@- hibited before being given away In drawing which will take place during the semi-centennial. W. D.. Wood was on hand in person to ex- nlain the construction of the house during greater portion of the day yesterday.
 Novel Bee Booth
 The A. l. Root company Of Me- dina. O., with a novel bee booth, at tracted many persons attention dur ing the afternoon. This concern Is regarded as the largest bee handling concern in the United states.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
FAIR AND COOLER

Fair and continued cool weather through today is the prediction of the weather man. Though September was warmer than usual. the tempera ture for october Is. so far, about normal. This prediction promises favorable weather for the fair today. at least. As rule the temperature rises and lowers at this time of the year until killing frost. The average date for killing frost is November and the earliest date october 2i.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
THREE NEW HOUSES

Permit was issued by the city building department yesterday to the Seminole Investment company to erect house at 4Slo Cliff road. south. to cost ss.00o. Similar per- mt was granted the Butler-Garrett Realty company to construct resi- dence at 12s Hawkins street, north. to cost se.000.
 Permit was given T. II. Vaughan to construct a $2.5o0 residence at BPS Earle street.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
BIRMINGHAM FAIR REPENTANCE RECORDS BROKEN AS A THRO ONG ESTIMATED A ' 25, 900
 VISITS GROUNDS ON OPENING DAY
PROGRAMME FARMERS DAY-GOVERNOR DAY
M. C. Allpood, Chairmal

9:30 Exhibit buildings open. Midway open.
 Hereford cattle judging and awards begin. 10 mAgricutua special and general farm exhibits to judged and prizes awarded. IA Grand sand-Concert by Royal Scotch Highlander band
 Performance of 12 big hppodrome Running
 
 D. m-Jersey Ringe complete repertoire thrilling arpane 
 7-9 p. m-Hippodrome shows. Jersey Rngel aerial acrobatc illuminated brilliant pyrocnc display. Fireworks.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04

running races. while some of the most noted motorcycle racers. including Birmingham own Gene Walker. will arrive today to ride tomorrow and other days during the week Auto races will be run Saturday. Running races, auto polo and motorcycle races will be daily events.A
 Of course. without the midway there could be no state fair, such an institution has this grown to be. In creasing in the number of attractions yearly Johnny J. Jones has brought 30 shows and nine riding devices to the fair this fall. All are conspicu- ous for the cleanness stressed by Mr. Jones Crowds thronged up and down the midway all day yesterday and until the closing hour last night.
 Exhibits of manufacturers also are worthy of mention, Several splendid exhibits were shown in machinery hall. with demonstrations being made.
 Birmingham Sabres.
 Riding exhibitions of the Birming- ham Sabres showed that the horse men belonging to this Alabama mlli- tary unit have become quite adept in handling their steeds. Pony ex- press, Roman and trick riding fea tured their exhibition of equestrian skill.
 Compton community. with an ex- hibit assembled by Mrs r. A. Frank lin, 1917 Hayes avenue, took first prize among the community exhibits in the womans department Mrs. Augusta Randolph Reid is in charge of this departmenti Fairview won the second community prize. with Mrs. C. N. Zuber, l4016 South Park street, in charge. The exhibit of Hueytown, arranged by Miss Esther Robertson, was third.
 The woman's department was first to get under way yesterday. West End took most of the individual prizes for exhibits in woman's hand iwork. First pri was won by Mrs. Susie Worrell, 1011 Tuscaloosa ave nue. who had a booth of tastefully arranged needlework and paintings, in which lavender was the dominant color.
 Other winners were Mrs. T. c. Me- Gahey, 112 Hawkins street. second; Mrs. Oleon Miller, 42o5 Parkway, Fairfield, third; Mrs. A. H. Daniels, 1427 North Twenty seventh street, fourth; Mrs. N. E, Scott. 1O7 Grady street, fifth; Mrs. Ped Hickman, III Hawkins street sixth: Mrs. ". J. Sanderson, 2310 Twenty first avenue, north, seventh; Mrs. ]. w. Brown, AL ton, eighth Mrs. l.. l.. Hummer. 200 Grady street, ninth: Mrs. J. r. Wolfe, Route l. Ensley. tenth; Miss Ethel Bush. 1880 Huntsville avenue, elev- enth. and Mrs. J. l.. Tjorton, Alex ander City.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
MOTORCYCLE RACES THRILL SPECTATORS Horse Racing Events at State
 Fair Show CIaSs-Races s l.. Today
 sg ncaster, driving a power- q - 1cing motor. drove his E w Tn heart of almost every # witnessed yester- [ aces at the State

Fair ~-"-----
 Lancaste a splendid race and showiENHF arp generalship, sped through U victory over Bur dette in tie five mile race. the chief event of yesterdays race pro- eramme. After getting d very poor start, motor trouble causing his ma chine to fail to fire until his oppo- nents were some 100 yards ahead of him, Lancaster. with dash and < daring that was breath taking, over 1 hauled his flying rivals In one Ian and raced neck and neck with Bur- dette for three laps. On the last grind, Lancaster nosed ahead and shot to the front a winner in one of the most thrilling races of any kind ever staged at the local State Fair grounds.
 Lancaster also won the three mile race, Harry Glenn coming in second. Memo had little trouble in winning this event. His time for the three miles was 2 minutes, 54 seconds.
 The motorcycle races were well attended, 1t being estimated that over 1000 people witnessed the events. Considerable enthusiasm was shown in these races, and Lam caster was wildly applauded as he shot across the line winner in each of the two events It was announced yesterday that Gene Walker, formerly of Birming ham, and his racing partner will arr rive in Birmingham tonight, and will take part in Wednesdays events at the fair grounds. Walker will drive the big racing motor used at Daytona Beach, when he broke the worlds motorcycle speed record by pushing his big steed forward at a speed of 115 miles per hour,
 The horse races yesterday after noon were enjoyed almost as much at the motor events. Three races were staged. between some of the fastest horses to race on southern tracks.
 All events were running races, something of a novelty to the many spectators who witnesses the events. Tn the first race Clerke negotiated the three quarters in 1:15A, which was very good time for the event. Tom Roach won the five-eibhths- mile event, in 1908. while After night won the final event, the one mile dash. in 1;45. Following is the summary of yes terday's running races at the talr grounds:
 Three-fourths mile dash. Clerk, b. g. (a)-116. ]. M. Hob bard, Louisville, Ky.
 Donatello. b. g, O-1ls. J. C. Hooker McLanesboro, III.
 Home Maid. b. f. (S)-llS. T. F. Cooper, Marysville, Mo.
 Time 1:15N.
 Five-eighths mile dash. three
 
 Tom Roach. b. g. ts)--l1s. J. c. Hooker. McLanesboro, III.
 Pussle, b. m. (S)-113. J. M. Hop- bard, Louisville, Ky. V, Pan Handle, b. s. (S)--ll3. F. Y. Cooper, Marysville, Mo.
 Time, 1:03.
 One mile dash. <, Eobbard. Louisville, Ky. l.
 Stillpole, b. g. (a)-l1e' J. 1 Hooker, McLanesboro, III.
 Entries for todayls races oesih- ming at 1:So o'clock follow:
 First race, $ mile.
 J,ady Lux. Chook Mazioue, James Brown, Pussle.
 Second race, 7s-mile dssn.
 Maeaya, Stillpole, Home Maiu' Clerk. ., .
 Swensen, Pinecrest, Aiterhis"'' e1erI, James Brown.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
By H. w. SCHAEFER

children other thousands grownups sweed
 the the Alabama State Fair approximately last night Yesterday School Children's Day"
 exhibit the fair shattered when all place. according Fred Mutcher judge who has judging exhibits Alabama State exhibits individual exhibits exhibits, three club exhibits agricultural presented today noultr ShoNn.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
FIRM INCORPORATED

Papers of incorporation were filed yesterday in the office of the probate judge for the Arrant Insurance com pany by A. J.. Hattie B. and II. J.. Arrant as incorporators,
 According to the papers the capital stock is $30,000, of which s7,750 is paid in. A. J. Arrant is named as president of the new company, Matte E. Arrant as vice president. and IL. J Arrant as secretarY
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
200 GIVEN WORK

More than 200 laborers were given employment by the municipal-federal employment bureau last week. accord ing to the announcement of II. E.. Oliver, manager of the bureau Most of them were sent to Mitchell dam. which the Alabama Power company is constructing. About 50 more men will be sent to the dam this week, MT. Oliver said
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04

buHcneOn or the htWaBfs club at o'clock at the fairgrounds.
 ADJUSTMENTS Lyric--keith vaudeville and pic- lures.
 Loew's Bijou--vaudeyilIe and pie tures.
 Majestic Theatre--"Tempest and Sunshine" MaddOcks-Park Players. TrianOn-Betty Compson and Lon Chaney in t'For Those We Love-, Five Points Theatre-,Jeweu Car men in ''Fhe Silver Lining" and the Million Dollar orchestra. Alcazar---1sB1ack Beauty. Strand-.eDisraeIi.s
 Galax--AIice Brady in "The Land of Hope"
 Rialto-Hnrry Carey in "Hearts Up.'
 ROyai-Feature drama, comedy and news.
 OdeOn--Serial drama and comedy. Princess--Serial drama and com edy.
 West Lake Park--DancinG and bathing.
 West Lake Park-Danucinr and bathing.
 East Lake Park-Amuxeme enfs.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-04
 KiWaniS Club Meets at Fairgrounds Today

The weekly luncheon of the Kiwanis club will be held at the fairgrounds today. instead of at the Southern club according to the an nouncement of W, J. Adams, presi- dent. The Kiwanians will meet at the feet of Vulcan, the iron man, and go in body to the luncheon.
 A number of special features have been prepared for this meeting.