The Birmingham age-herald., 1921-10-27

mingham. But, 1t looks inevitable. The President is going to have 'em as sure as shooting.
 He's winding up his remarks. A mighty cheer that sweeps out over the confines of Jones Valley. A cheer that smacks of unquestionable sin cerity. Lusty shouts that bound from the throats of red blooded Americans, resonant cheers that ne- gotiate the atmosphere and rebound against the old iron sides of red mountain,
 Birmingham is 50 years old. And Birmingham isn't wearing cane Birmingham is too springy of step for that. The President marveled at the growth of Birmingham within the 50-year period. And. the Presi- dent said that Birmingham would double quick it's march of progress within the next half century. He praised our iron and steel resources. His praise for the hospitality shown in the Magic City was lavish and sincere. He dug back to the begin ming of things. He brought legen- dary history into play. He said that DeSoto's men found steel here in the beginning. And, then at later date Andrew Jackson, with his army made up from the stalwart yeomanry of the south, again brought to light the fact that iron ore abounded here in limit less quantities.
 The entourage Is making its way to the cars. The President is shak- ing hands on every side. Would shake with him myself if I knew my warts weren't catching. Well. here goes Can't resist the temptation, and how's a secret service man go- ing to raise a yawp about warts. any way. They're no disgrace. History tells us that Joan of Arc had rich cluster of 'em on her sword hand. More Speeches
 Back to the Tutwiler to the lunch con. More speeches. More hulaba- loo from the crowds. More corns passing into the "aint' column. A swirling, pushing. neckcraning mass of humanity But a path for the President and his party. The Boy Scouts and the blue coats are looking after that. Manager Halfacre takes the newspaper boys from Washington in charge. They're speaking . mouthful of appreciation for the way he's looking after them. And, the l luncheon is great.
 Now for the inauguration of Dr. Guy E. Snavely, president of Bir- | mingham- Southern college. The spirit of bouyancy is predominant as the degree is being conferred upon our distinguished visitor. Good na- i tured, jovial, captivating is that
 smile. With the responsibilities of
 the entire nation resting upon his | shoulders, with universal railroad
 strike impending, with a thousand
 and one national worries to detract
 he smiles with happy boyishness | t1 l,. t t1 .l1, Harding than anything that gold can
 buy, or that political power can pro duce.
 Then, to the laying of the corner | stone of the new Masonic temple. Pa tient ever. Never lettering with ! that smile or enthusiasm. Thence | to the Fashion show and Industrial exhibit at Capitol park. A briei rest, and out to Avondale park where the growth of Birmingham, throughout the 50 year period is de- | hand of Wallace Rice by the in genuity of Donald Robertson. by the i aid of the thousands taking part 1T | the pantomine. It's evening. The stars are out. The President sits il | his box. His hands must be weary O. | countless hand shakes; his eyes mus
 be tired; his throat must be aching 1 But enthusiastic to the last whis per: absorbed with the spirit of th' occasion. Game to the core. Read, for more punishment if necessary That's our Chief Executive.
 | off to the Train
 He goes to his special train. They'r' getting ready to embark for Colum bus, Ga. The grime and dust stirre, up by several thousand automobile is upon his brow. But, still enthu siastic, still disporting that winning
 smile, he waves his adieu to the mul titudes.
 And as he departs the bedlam iron the business center of the town con
 tinues. the carnival spirit runs riot the blare of trumpet and sounding
 of eymbal is heard. Birmingham i
 still reveling in the spirit of gaiet, brought here by the President Bir
 mingham is still enjoying the great